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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-09-06 CC MIN• • COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota Absent: None September 6, 1977 7:30 P. M. REGULAR MEETING The meeting was called to order by President Junker. The Invocation was given by the Acting City Clerk - Schnell. Present: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell Nad Mayor Junker 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; Planning Commission Chairman, Jeff Zoller Press: Citizens: Stillwater Evening Gazette - Bob Liberty William Curtis, Gary Swager, Gary Bressler (Architect for Maple Manor), Bud Kern, Jim Torseth, Dennis McKean, Brian McKean, Dennis Galowitz, James Gannon, Pearl A. Behm, Wayne Herr, Edward Broome, Tom Dwighr INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS 1. WILLIAM CURTIS, 822 South Third Street, appeared before the City Council in reference to the City paying for his sidewalk construction and then assess same to him on his taxes. COUNCILMAN PETERSON reported that this matter was discussed at the Public Works Committee, this could be a first and since no bids or quotes were taken for the job it is questionable that it would be legal and further that this could be one of many such requests. MR. KIMMEL stated that there is not a provision in the law for handling assess- ments in this manner - it does not follow the procedure according to Chapter 429 under which the City operates. MR. CURTIS stated that be was led to believe this could be done and Mr. Shelton stated that he did not rake such a statement. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson the matter of paying Mr. Curtis' ball for the sidewalk construction and then assessing same to him on his taxes was referred to the City Attorney for his study and recommendation. (all in favor) 2. GARY SWAGER appeared before the City Council requesting a septic tank permit for Lot 14, Block 9 of Hershey Staples & Co. Addition. During the discussion the question was asked about the size of the lot and upon checking same with Mr. Shelton it was found to be only about 6,500 square feet which is an unbuildable lot. Mr. Swager withdrew this request. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This was the day and time set for a public hearing on Case No. 286 for a variance for a garage for Brian McKean, 911 West Hickory Street. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. MR. MC KEAN presented to the City Council an alternate plan to his request which had been denied by the Planning Commission. The alternate plan would place the building four feet from the property line and would give him 12 feet from the existing curb line or street right -of -way. No one appeared opposed to the request. COUNCILWOMAN BODLOVICK moved that the alternate plan be referred to the Planning Commissbn, but the motion died for the lack of a second. She further questioned the alignment of the street, and she was informed that if the street were widened it would go to the north and property taken from the School District. 289 • • • 2 • • September 6, 1977 The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council granted the garage variance to Brian McKean at 911 West Hickory Street in accordance with his alternate proposal. (all in favor) 2. This was the day and time set for a public hearing on Case No. 287 for the Gold Medallion Corporation for an addition to the Maple Manor Nursing Home, North Owen Street. Notice of the hearing was published :n the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City and copies were mailed to all property owners whtin 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. MR. GARRY BRESSLER, architect for the Gold Medallion Corporation, was in attendance and had the complete set of plans for the proposed addition with him. No one appeared opposed to the request. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilnan Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the proposed addition to the Maple Manor Nursing Home. (all in favor) 3. This was the day and time set for the public hearing on Case No. 289 for a garage variance for Dennis Galowitz, 1020 South Fifth Street. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the officials newspaper of the City on August 26, 1977 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. MR. GALOWITZ was in attendance at the hearing and no one appeared in favor or opposed to this request. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the garage variance to Dennis Galowitz at 1020 South Fifth Street. (all in favor) 4. This was the day and time set for the public hearing on Case No. 290 for a Special Use Permit for James Gannon, 804 West Laurel Street for a spray booth and storage addition to the existing building. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on August 26, 1977 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. MR. GANNON was in attendance at the hearing but no one appeared in favor or opposed to this request. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the Special Use Permit to James Gannon, 804 West Laurel Street for a point spray booth and storage addition to his existing building. (all in favor) 5. This was the day and time set for the public hearing on the proposed improvements for the Kern property on Highway 212 - Local Improvement No. 129 -1. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City, on August 26, 1977 and Septemger 2, 1977 and copies were mailed to all benefited property owners. The Mayor opened the hearing. DUANE ELLIOTT explained the proposed project which will be an add - alternate to the improvements for the Hooley property. It will consist of water and a 44 foot nine ton axle street for a length of 1,200 feet and the proposed cost is estimated to be $96,190. • • • • • • September 6, 191/ Questions were raised about the parcel owned by Larry Lauge, which is out me' of the City regarding assessments and easements for this portion of the project. There are other easements which will be needed and Mr. Kern has agreed to donate the easements necessary on this property. The proposed figure given by Mr. Elliott did not include any costs for the acquisition of any easements. MR. KERN was in full agreement for the project and the easements and he felt that the City should talk to Mr. Hauge about the easements and the possible stub -ins for his property. JIM TORSETH, representing Press -On, stated that in 1974 they were told that they would get utilities and he would hope that the City would proceed with the full are project at this time so that their business will not tnd tdis tth anxious to get an improved street into their area, taxpayers and assessment payers in that area. COUNCILMAN POWELL asked if there was any possibility that Mr. Hauge would be annexed to the City and he was informed that this is a single family residential property and that it cannot be annexed without their consent. COUNCILMAN PETERSON asked if no action were to be taken on this matter this evening would that delay the project and he was informed that it is being bid as an alternate on the bids that the City will receive on the 15th. Questions were raised about the easements for the balance of the project which abut the Melton and Hauge property and the assessments and MR. ELLIOTT stated wee that the water could be a connection charge of about $20,000 in lieu of an assessment but the cost of the street work possibly could not be recovered. MR. K s tate L stated that ata thinghcouldebe worked out and possibly the street The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, action was delayed on this matter until the next regular meeting and the City Attorney and Mr. Elliott will work out the easements and report back at that time. (all in favor) THE MAYOR DECLARED A RECESS FROM 8:30 to 8:40 P. M. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1 theNhigghAbidE orS0hersaletof the ownedcproperty Committee West Olive Street and they recommended that the high bid be referred to the Planning Commission and that the City Attorney request a thirty day extension on the awaiting of the bid from the high bidder. The area is shown to be platted into eight lots and due to the slope it is possible that there should only be five lots that would be buildable and that the area should be served by a cul-de-sac. Also the) that there would be no access off the property to Olive Street. COUNCILMAN POWELL felt that the price was a good one and that the Council could award the bid to the high bidder with the stipulation that it would be divided into five lots and go to the Planning Commission as to how this should be done, and he proposed such a motion which was seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, but later Councilman Powell withdrew this motion. ED BROOME, 1919 West Oak Street, said the property is less than 1} acres and with 10,000 be onlysplattedeforpsixbanddquestionteduwhether you he propertyghadabeent should appraised by an outside appraiser. TOM DWIGHT, 405 Oakes, questioned what the use of this property should be for as currently it is being used as a park by the neighborhood children. He felt th -t $20,000 was not very much money and questioned whether it was a wise move for the City to sell this piece of property. MR. BROOME felt thepeople in this area should have this small acreage as there is 61.4 acres available to the people in the Croixwood area. He was informed that the developer was obliged to dedicate this property to the Streetnwascnever purchasedewith sub-division hei ordinance intention of that area on Olive park. • i { i • 4 1 k • • • (29 MAYOR JUNKER felt that this piece is not big enough for a park with a ballfield and tennis courts and if it is not sold that it should just be left in the way it is now. COUNCILWOMAN BODLOVICK inquired of Mr. Blekum as to what the City could do with this area and he said that it is big enough to be used and the maintenance is minimal and if the City comes up with 60 acres not far away then that is a different story. COUNCILMAN POWELL felt that $20,000 would be a good way to get a park to be used by everybody, but MR. BROOME did not feel that the City had to sell this property tonight and that thirty days would not make that much difference. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council followed the recommendation of the Public Works Committee that this matter be referred to the Planning Commission and the Recreation Commission for their study and recommendation and request that the City Attorney get a thirty day extension from the high bidder for the awarding of the bid for the sale of the property on West Olive Street. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Powell, that the Director of Public Works draw up new specifications for the painting of the outside of the City's buildings and get quotations for this work. (all in favor) NEW BUSINESS 1. The letter from the Mounties for band concerts for the summer of 1978 was turned over to the person in charge of securing bands for these summer concerts. 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, an Excavator Surety Bond in the amount of $5,000 was approved for -- Road Runner Underground Utility Service, Inc. 600 South Warner Avenue, North St. Paul Michael John Raleigh, Stillwater (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council authorized the entering into an agreement with Independent School District No. 834 whereby they will pay the City of Stillwater 49% of the salary, schooling and other expenses for the school liaison police officer for a twelve month period. (all in favor) 4. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, a resolution was introduced "DIRECTING THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson and Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the following Contractor's Licenses were approved: (all in favor) Denn Roofing Artists 1108 East Cook Avenue, St. Paul 55106 Fred Deutsch - D & D Cement & Masonry 635 W. Shryer Ave., St. Paul 55113 Thomas Finn Co. 370 Dayton Ave., St. Paul 55102 Johnson House Movers, Inc. R. 1/3, Box 13 -A -1, Marine on St. Croix 55047 Welter & Baylock, Inc. 8657 Lyndale Ave. So., Bloomington, Mn. 55420 INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (continued) None at this point in the meeting. September 6, 1977 • Roofing New Masonry & Brick Work Renewal Roofing Renewal Moving & Wrecking Buildings New Excavators New • • • • • September 6, 1977 • r1 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the matter of comp time due to Mr. Brothen for working overtime was referred to the City Attorney for his study and recommendation. (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council authorized the Mayor to execute the "RESOLUTION AMENDING RULES OF PROCEDURE FOR JOINT PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF STILLWATER, TOWN OF STILLWATER AND COUNTY OF WASHINGTON ". (all in favor) - 4. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the request from the Stillwater Firefighters Association for a meeting on wage negotiations was referred to the Public Safety Committee. (all in favor). 5. On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council set the date of the public hearing on the proposed budget for the Revenue Sharing allocations through September 30, 1977 for the next regular Council meeting, September 20, 1977 and also at the same time they will have a public hearing on the allocations for the next twelve months. (all in favor) 6. On motion of Councilman Peterso, ,seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the letter from Baytown regarding sewer service was referred to Mr. Elliott. (all in favor) COMMUNICATIONS From Monte Brine, President Stillwater Downtown Council regarding parking for the taxi - stand. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council directed that the Acting City Clerk send the Stillwater Downtown Council a copy of the ordinance relating to taxi -cab licensing. (all in favor) CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council accepted the resignation of Robert A. Brothen, Recreation Coordinator, with regret and directed the Mayor to send a letter to Mr. Brothen thanking him for his years of service and wishing him well in his new venture. (all in favor) CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT 1. Mr. Elliott reviewed the drainage for the Croixgate Utilities and asked that they be present at the next meeting regarding their share of these costs which are a part of the project that is being bid on when the City receives bids on the 15th. COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC WORKS 1. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE PAINTING OF CROSS -WALKS ON NORTH FOURTH STREET BETWEEN THE TWO TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH PARKING LOTS AND ERECTING CROSS -WALKS SIGNS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 2. On motion of Councilnan Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council authorized the installation of a street light at the intersection of Mary - knoll Drive and County Road No. 12 and accepted the recommendation of the Public Works Committee to check further on the costs for the light on North- land Avenue and also the light on Marsh Street. (all in favor) PUBLIC SAFETY 1. Mr. Abrahamson reported that David Colombo is back to work, but that the Fire Chief has requested that the City retain John Clarey to take care of shifts when a regular fireman wiles to take time off and no one else is available to take the shift. Questions were raised about the cost of same and Mr. Abrahamson was directed to come back with some figures on this matter. • 2931• • • M 1 • • • (294 2. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF PARKING METERS ON WATER STREET BETWEEN MYRTLE AND THE ENTRANCE TO HOOLEY'S PARKING LOT" - East side - two hour meters. AYES - - Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS- -None (see resolutions) 3. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was - ntroduced "AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF LOADING ZONE SIGNS ON BOTH SIDES OF WATER STREET BETWEEN CHESTNUT AND MYRTLE ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS- -None (see resolutions) 4. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City Attorney was directed to follow up on the ownership of the property on South Greeley Street (Oasis Avenue) being leased by Meads for Fis business. (all in favor) 5. The matter of the petition for a stop sign on Willard and Holcombe was discussed and GLENN THOMPSON one of the petitioners was in attendance and spoke in behalf of this request. The dildren walk in the street from school and the traffic on this street (Willard) move at a great speed. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Acting City Clerk was directed to send a letter to the persons on this petition telling them that at this time it is not the Council's desire to erect stop signs at this location. (all in favor) 6. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Cpuncilwoman Bodlovick, the Council authorized the attendance of five volunteer firemen for a special school and registration to be paid for same by the City. (all in favor) PARKS AND RECREATION 1. Mr. Blekum asked the Council for some direction regarding the procedure to be used for the "free tree" program for next year. A number of suggestions were offered. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, Mr. Blekum was directed to handle the tree situation in the manner that would be most satisfactory. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Acting City Clerk was directed to advertise for applicants for the position vacated by Bob Brothen. (all in favor) CITY ATTORNEY 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the date of October 11, 1977 "was set for the public hearing and second reading of the Shoreline ORDINANCE AND THE DATE OF September 20, 1977 for the public hearing and second reading of the two ordinances amending Ordinance No. 383 - (Low Density Multiple Dwellings and Flood Plain Overlay). (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City Attorney was directed to suggest to Mrs. Lorrain Rydeen that she allow the City to remove her buildings and sell the property and the cost of the removal will be assessed to the property over a three year period. (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Council directed the Director of Public Works to obtain quotes for the possible removal of the Rydeen buildings. (all in favor) APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Powell, minutes of the following meetings were approved: (all in tavoL) August 9, 1977 August 23, 1977 September 6, 1977 Regular Meeting 7:30 P. M. Regular Meeting 7:30 P. M. • •