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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-11-09 CC MIN1 • COUNCIL CHAMBERS Stillwater, Minnesota REGULAR MEETING The meeting was called to order by President Junker. November 9, 1976 7:30 P. M. The Invocation was given by Acting City Clerk, Schnell Present: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilemen Mahoney, Peterson, Thompson, and President Junker Absent: None Also Present: Acting City Clerk Schnell; City Attorney, Kimmel; Superinten- dent of Public Works, Shelton; Public Safety Director, Abrahamson, Director of Parks and Recreation, Blekum; Consulting Engineer, Elliott Press: Citizens: St. Paul Dispatch - James Broede Stillwater Evening Gazette, Bob Liberty Robert Rygg, Roger Binges, Alan Gerberg, Albert Cote, Michael Gearhart, Clark R. Nyberg, Douglas Berg, Gary Eastlund, Beth Swintek, Vacil Kalinoff INDIVIDUALS- DELEGATIONS - PETITIONS 1. ROGER WINGES OF JURAN AND MOODY appeared before the City Council regarding a resolution for Insutrial Revenue Bonds for the Greeley Street Clinic. These bonds are authorized to encourage commercial and indugrial businesses in the City - there is no cost or obligation to the City. On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF COM ERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, REQUESTING APPROVAL BY THE DEPARTiENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT'. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, CouncilmenMahoney, Peterson, Thompson and President Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 2. MR. ALAN GERBER appeared before the City Council requesting a sewer line or hookup for his property at Fourth and Oak Streets. The current line is about half way up the block between Third and Fourth Street. Mr. Elliott stated that the estimated cost was about $12.00 per foot and there would be about 165 to 170 feet to get to the intersection. It is a gravel street and there would be a street replacment cost following the install- ation. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City Engineer was authorized to determine the cost of that improvement and that Mr. Gerber put his request in writing as to why he required said sewer extension on Oak Street. (all in favor) 3. BETH SCHWINTEK, 2327 Hidden Valley Lane, presented to the City Council a petition in opposition to the proposed shopping center at the intersection of County Road 5 and Croixwood Boulevard. (See Case No. 253 for this petition) 4. MR. ROBERT RYGG presented to the City Council a petition to waive the hearing for Case No. 236 for a Special Use Permit to construct an apartment on the second floor at 118 North Main Street. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council waived the public hearing on Case No. 236 in accordance with the petition submitted by Mr. Rygg. (all in favor) On motion of Councilmw Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the Special Use Permit to Robert Rygg to construct an apartment on the second floor of his building at 118 North Main Street in down- ' town Stillwater. (all in favor) 137 • • A • ! 1 3 8 November 9, 1976 5. (m motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the petition for the vacation of a portion of Forward Street was accepted and the date of December 21, 1976 at 7:30 P. M. was set for the public hearing on this request. (all in favor) 6. A petition was received from citizens in the Fairmeadows area requesting that the City Council reconsider the installation of a sidewalk on the west side of County Road No. 5, between Dundee Place and Oakridge Road. They feel the sidewalk is necessary for the safety and safety and welfare of the children going to and from school. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council ordered the sinatllation of the sidewalk on the west side of County Road No. 5 between Croixwood Blvd. and Dundee Place at the City's cost and would not be assessed. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilman Mahoney and President Junker NAYS -- Councilmen Peterson and Thompson PUBLIC HEARING 1. This was the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. 246, Michael Gear- hart, 1001 South Holcombe Street for a variance for a garage. The notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on October 29, 1976 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing No one appeared opposed to the request - Mr. Gearhart was in attendance. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council granted the variance to Michael Gearhart, 1001 South Holcombe Street to build a garage in his sideyard as recommended by the Planning Commission. (all in favor) 2. Thi 506 s West Pined Street for the hearing continue N remodeling a R the existing ting carriage house into single family dwelling. The notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on October 29, 1976 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. MR. MAYNARD MAHLER, 428 South Sixth Street, asked if he was going to provide off - street parking, but he thought this request for his property at Sixth and Pine - (Mr. Nyberg's property) MR. NYBERG stated that there six apartments in the main hose on this property and there are only five units at this time and he will make another apartment in the carriage house. There was some discussion about the fact that this was a non - conforming use in a two - family district and it is possible that it would require rezoning to comply with the ordinance. (Upon checking the ordunance it was found that he will need a special use permit and some rear and sideyard variances) The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Thompson, the Council set the date of December 7, 1976 at 7:30 P. M. for the public hearing on the Special Use Permit and the necessary variances for Case No. 259. (all in favor) 3. This was the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. 257, Trinity Lutheran Church for a Special Use Permit for 216 West Myrtle Street. The notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette, the official newspaper of the City, on October 29, 1976 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. DONALD VALSIC represented the church as a member of the building committee - they propose to rmeove the Peaslee building on the corner and most of the vacant property will be graded and made into a parking lot and there will be entrances and exits on Myrtle Street for the parking areas. They will use the Kroy Indus - tires building for their educational programs and possible non - profit Community Service United Way Agencies. • • • 4 • r r° November 9, 1976 � - No one appeared opposed to this request. OMB Mr. Kimmel stated that it was his recommendation that they apply for a Special Use Permit rather than for rezoning. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Thompson, the Council granted the Special Use Permit to the Trinity Lutheran Church to use the building at 216 West Myrtle Street for their educational cenger and other uses as proposed in their request as recommended by the Planning Commission. (all in favor) 4. This was the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. 253, Scottland, Inc., Shakopee for a Special Use Permit for a convenience shopping center in Croixwood. The notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on October 29, 1976 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. Mr. Gary Eastlund, stated that he asked for clarification from the City Attorney as to the zoning on this piece of property and the ordinance covering same. MR. KItMEEL stated that the text of the ordinance is set forth in the Planning Commission minutes and in the minutes of the City Council there was no discussion defining just what a neighborhood shopping center should contain. The language in the ordinance is that there be one convenient type business located on that property. COUNCILMAN PETERSON stated that the indication from Mr. Thompson at that time was that it would be a corner store variety shopping location. MR. KIMMEL stated that before the Council could approve same they would have to amend the zoning ordinance, Ordinance No. 479, to change this matter. JEFF PETERSON, 320 West Pine, stated that there is a responsibility to support our local business enterprises and that the City should watch the area on County Road No. 5 and make sure that this be care be given careful consideration. MRS. CHARLES SOLEM, 873 Knollwood Court, said that Orrin Thompson stated there would be one retail store in that area and the residents would be very dis- satisfied with a project like what is being proposed. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilmen Peterson, seconded by Councilman Thompson the Council denied the Special Use Permit for a convenience shopping center at the intersection of County Road No. 5 and Croixwood Boulevard. (all in favor) THE MAYOR DECLARED A RECESS FROM 8:30 P. M. to 8:40 P. M. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council rejected all of the bids received for Police Cars as recommended by the Public Safety Director and further directed the Public Safety Director to receive quotations for one squad to replace Squad No. 103. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City Council directed that a letter be written to St. Croix Mold advising them that it is the Council's opinion not to change the ordinance at this time to change the fee to be charged to him for a sewer connection charge for his new addition on Oasis Avenue. (Fee according to Ordinance No. 377 would be $300.00). (all in favor) 3. The question of the sewer service charge fo the Maple Island, Inc. will be taken care o2 at a future meeting. • 1 • ' 440 1 • COMMUNICATIONS None INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS - continued, None at this point in the meeting CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT No report (all in favor) November 9, 1976 NEW BUSINESS 1. No action was taken on the request from the Washington County Highway Depart- ment for a different location for the ponding of water In connection with the re- routing of Oasis Avenue by the Country Kitchen Restaurant. 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council granted a permit for a septic tank at 2012 North Third Street to David C. May, subject to a satisfactory percolation test. (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded byC Councilman nRestoration , ti(gTR) City Clerk was instructed to budget $1, survey for and that clerical help would be granted when it is available. (all in favor) 4. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Thompson, the Council ordered the installation of a street light on Oasis Avenue by the St. Croix Mold Building (all in favor). 5. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Thompson, a resolution was introduced "DIRECTING THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Thompson and President Junker NAYS- -None (see resolutions) 6. dateesstwere Councilman Commission n Peterson, the following cases: Case No. 261 - John Bourdaghs - Special Use Permit for a new laundry building at 211 East Chestnut Street - November 23, 1976 at 7:30 P. M. Case No. 260 - E. Leo Voltzman, 927 North Owen Street - variance for a garage December 7, 1976 - 7:30 P. M. APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the following Contractor's licenses were approved: C. D. Candy Construction Co. 1633 E. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, Mn. 55420 General Renewal Frogner Drywall, Inc. 1331 S. Birch Lake Blv., White Bear Lake 55110 woPlaStering, stucco New Midwest Excavating Co., Inc. (Vernon A. Schmidt) New 12101 Forest Blvd., White Bear Lake 55110 Excavators Plywood Minnesota Homes New 5401 E. River Road, Minneapolis 55421 General Ridgewood Builders (Brian F. Crombie) General New Box 183, Lake Elmo, Mn. 55042 Roofings, Inc. (James D. Seagren) Roofing New 595 Randolph Ave., St. Paul, Mn. 55102 (all in favor) r • • • • low November 9, 1976 CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT. 1. Mr. Elliott reported that pipe has been put in at Mid Oaks and the build up in Pizinger's Pond and the Edgewood Ditch has been taken care of and the service has been installed for the park in Croixwood. The time ran out on the permit for the drainage and he requested an extension from the DNR and he did get verbal permission for same. 2. The matter of the assessments for the Croixwood Seventh Addition will be taken up with the Assessment Clerk prior to the next meeting. COMMITTEE REPCRTS PUBLIC SAFETY 1. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Thompson a resolution was introduced "APPROVING DAVID C. CHIAL AS A PERMANENT MEMBER OF THE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT." AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Thompson and President Junker (see resolutions) NAYS - -None 2. Mr. Abrahamson requested that Mr. Shelton make a survey of the property on the east side of Main Street, south of Nelson Street as they are having parking problems in this area and need to know where the City's property line is located. 3. The Fire Department has requested that if possible that the City Attorney check out the possibility of passing an ordinance which would require smoke detectors for all apartments. PUBLIC WORKS 1. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Clerk AMENDING ORDINANCE d NO. 481tREGULATING TRAPFIC PARKING "AN DURING EMERGENCIES AND aPROV favor) PROVIDING FR A SYSTEM OF CALENDAR PARKING." (all 2. MR. SHELTON informed the City Council that his department experience a sewer backup problem on North First Street for the first time and if there is r p the Berg remhitlis possible that they will have to have backup valves installed a 3. Discussion was held regarding sewer service for the Earl Plattner residence on Cnter Street. The per lotgforlservicesltoythesey this project would lots, On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City's engineer was instructed to consider this sewer request at the same and reportrbackstoetheeCouncil. one for (all in and Oak Streets itt favor) 4. Mr. Shelton reported that the Public Works Committee recommends to the Mayor and Council that they each one come up with a recommendation as to a program and isemuchyappreecciiatede- far as is appearnon this is o intwo weeks. k PARKS AND RECREATION 1. Mr. Blekum reported on the quotations that he received for the security system for the Ice Arena. On motion of Councilman Thompson, secinded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council authorized the purchase of a security system for the Ice Arena at a price of $800 with the monthly charge of $8.50 for the hookup at the Sheriff's Department and the $6 00 charge for the telephone system (all in favor) 2. Regarding the park improvements for the Croixwood area, it was recommended that all the by Orrin improved checked and make a punch list as to what should be done • • • • I -1 4 November 9, 1976 CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT 1. MR. KIMMEL will take care of checking out the assessing procedures with Springsted's. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, minutes of the following meetings were approved: October 7, 1976 October 12, 1976 October 14, 1976 October 18, 1976 October 26, 1976 November 4, 1976 COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS 1. It was reported that a complaint had been received from Mr. Robert McGarry regarding his sewer service charge which has been figured accoring to the new rate. (no action was taken at this time) QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS None ORDINANCES Special Meeting Regular Meeting Special Meeting Special Meeting Regular Meeting Special Meeting (Election Canvass) First Reading - Amendment to Ordinance No. 481 - Snow Emergencies ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the meeting adjourned at 9:50 P. M. ATT 'r: ,24 Act ng City Clerk 7 r- Mayor 5:15 P. M. 7:30 P. M. 1:15 P. M. 7:30 P. M. 7:30 P. M. 10:30 A. M. RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were unanimously adopted: 1. Directing the Payment of the Bills 2. Authorizing Industrial Bonds - Greeley Street Clinic 3. Permanent Fire Volunteer - David C. Chial r • • 1