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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-09-20 CC MIN• • 7 296 COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota September 20, 1977 7:30 P. M. REGULAR MEETING Tne meeting was called to order by President Junker. The Invocation was given by the Acting City Clerk. Present: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and President Junker Absent: None Also Present: Acting City Clerk, Schnell; City Attorney, Kimmel; Superin- tendent of Public Works, Shelton; Public Safety Director, Abrahamson; Director of Parks and Recreation, Blekum; Consulting Engineer, Elliott; Planning Commission Chairman, Jeff Zoller; Board of Water Commissioners. Dennis McKean Press: Bob Liberty - Stillwater Evening Gazette Citizens: Darwin Pehrson, Joseph Nolde, Jr., Mr. & Mrs. Dick Ritzer, Leonard Feely, Representatives from MacQueen and Itasca Equipment Co., Ken Johnson, Lane Varney representing Miss Faye; Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Perkl; Ron Langness, Bonding Consultant UNFINISHED BUSINESS (out of order) 1. This was the day and time set for the opening of bids for the Jet Rodder. Advertisement of the bids were published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on September 2, 1977. The following bids were opend at 3:00 P. M. by the Acting City Clerk, Dorothy Schnell; Superintendent of Public Works, Jack Shelton and Street Foreman, George Diethert. Bid No. 1 Bid No. 2 Itasca Equipment Co. 7401 West 125th St., P. 0. Box 377 Savage, Mn. 55378 Bid Bond Total Bid MacQueen Equipment 595 Aldine St. Paul, Minnesota Bid Bond Total Bid $56,764.00 $57,047.00 On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Bids for the Jet Rodder were referred to the Public Works Committee for their study and recommendation. (all in favor) INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS 1. MR. KEN JOHNSON, of the Minnesota Transportation Museum, appeared before the City Council regarding the restoration of Engine 328 and trusted that the Council will allocate the $5,000 from the Revenue Sharing to complete the work on the engine. He informed the Council that the City will get one -half of the profits from the sale of the tickets after it is restored and put back in operation for excursions. It is also contemplated that some of the excursions would be made in conjunction with the Jubilee Cruiser. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (out of order) 1 been Ks and Mr. Elliott Mr. Kern informed the the CutilitiesaforhtheaHooleys have and Kern Developments. The easements for the Melton parcel will have to be condemned - this is a 33 foot easement for the street and utilities. • • • 4 0 • • • • emS September 20, 1977 The Mayor closed the hearing which was continued from the meeting of Sept- ' ember 6, 1977. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced "ORDERING THE UTILITIES AND STREET IMPROVE- MENTS FOR THE KERN PROPERTY ". AYES - -5 NAYS - -None (See resolutions) On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO SECURE AN APPRAISAL AND HAVE THE MELTON PROPERTY CONDEMNED FOR THE NCESSARY EASEMENTS ". AYES - -4 NAYS - -None Abstained - Councilman Mahoney (See resolutions) 2. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced "AWARDING THE BID FOR LOCAL IMPROVEMENT NO. 129 -1 TO ROBERT W. MOORE CO., ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA FOR A TOTAL BID OF $385,670.15." AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 3. Mr. Elliott explained that there is a draiage pond in this project which has no outlet, but if the change in the frontage road is granted by the Highway Department then there would be a ditch for the over.ow; otherwise there is about 500 feet of storm sewer drainage which should be constructed which can be resolved sometime next summer. (This would be from the proposed Croixgate Development). Due to the fact that there is Green Acres involved in this area, the City Attorney was directed to advise the Council of the alternatives for the taxing districts that will be involved in this project. INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS (out of order - continued) 2. MR. LANE VARNEY, the skipper for the "Miss Faye" appeared before the City Council regarding a mooring permit for their excursion boat for 1978. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, this request was referred to the Administrative Committee for a report it the next regular meeting. (all in favor) 3. JERRY PERKL, representing the Downtown Parking Committee appeared before the City Council about funds being available to provide twelve uniform signs in- dicating public parking lots in downtown Stillwater. Also the Parking Committee will present a proposal to the City Council for additional areas to be metered and also additional parking lots in the downtown area. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney that a meeting be scheduled for the Parking Committee to meet with the Public Works Committee and the City Attorney to determine what would be the best type of signs to cover the whole situation. (all in favor) Mr. Perkl invited the Council to the regular montly meetings of the Downtown Retail Council. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council changed the date of the first meeting of the City Council in October 4th rather than the llth and the date for the second reading of the Shoreline Ordinance was postponed to October 25, 1977. (all in favor) 4. MRS.VIRGINIA RITZER, appeared before the City Council requesting permission to increase the rates for the Stillwater Taxi Co. When they took over the books four months ago, they were in bad shape and they couldn't really tell what the status of the business was at that time. With the increased cost of insurance and gas they have vound it necessary to increase the local fares within the City Limits from $1.25 to $1.65 and will also increase all other rates. Mrs. Ritzer was requested to submit a written schedule of all of the increase to the City Clerk's Office so that some publicity can be put in the paper on this matter which will then be considered at the October 4th Council meeting. 5. RON LANGNESS, representing Springsteds, Inc. appeared before the City Council regarding the two proposed bond sales and presented the Council with the written recommendations for the General Obligation - Revenue Water Commission Bonds of 1977 for $500,000 and the General Obligation Improvement Bonds of 1977 for the City of Stillwater for $635,000. 297 • • • °298 • September 20, 1977 He will need to secure a Moody Rating and the fee would be about $1,000 of which the City should pay $560 and the Water Department $440. Sale date of the bonds will be October 25, 1977 at 7:30 P. M. and the monies will be available sometime the end of November. A. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER REVEVENUE BONDS OF 1977 ", and upon vote taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and President Junker and the following voted against the same: None whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the Mayor, and his signature was attested to by the Acting City Clerk. (see resolutions) B. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolution was introduced "RPVODING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $635,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1977 ", and upon vote taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and and President Junker. and the following voted against the same: None whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the Mayor and his signature was attested to by the Acting City Clerk. (see resolutions) UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued) 5. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced "AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE PAINTING OF THE OUTSIDE TRIM ON CITY HALL AND THE PUBLIC LIBRARY TO RICHERT DECORATING AT A BID PRICE OF $1,951.00. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 6. Mr. Shelton also reported that when he requested the quotes there were several add - alternate items which were also included.(Painting Municipal Bldg.) On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell the Department Heads were instructed to include such items in their budgets for 1978. (all in favor) 7. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced for the employment of John Clarey for a six month period for the Fire Department to fill in shifts and he is to be compensated at the same pay as a Volunteer with the understanding that he would only be contacted when there is no Volunteer mailable to fill such comp shifts. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 8. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council approved the payment of the tax monies due to Stillwater Township with the exception of the School District property and the Anna Hooley Property. (all in favor) (After checking the figures on these sheets it was found that the value of the School District property was not added in'_o the total so the only duduction was the $600 for the Anna Hooley property which changed the total amount from $5,532.52 to $5,527.97 due to Stillwater Township) • 1 • • September 20, 1977 O 9. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the City Attorney made the second reading of an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE. NO. 483 ESTABLISHING A FLOOD PLAIN OVERLAY DISTRICT AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 383, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF STILLWATER. (Ordinance No. 554) The ordinance was read section by section followed by roll call after each section and all members of the Council voted in the affirmative The chair then put the question, "Shall this ordinance pass ?" and on roll call the ordinance was unanimously :adopted. This was also the day and time for the public hearing on the proposed second reading of the above ordinance. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette the official newspaper of the City on September 9, 1977. No one appeared in reference to this ordinance. 10. This was the day and time for the public hearing on the proposed second reading of an ordinance providing for the construction of Low Density Multiple Dwellings. The notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on September 9, 1977. The Mayor opened the hearing MR. DARWIN PEHRSON, 817 Everett Drive, asked about buildable lots abutting s „ water and what the area requirements should be for same. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 383 defining the lot area requirements for lot abutting water and submit same to the Planning Commission for their study and recommendation. (all in favor) On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the City Attorney made the first reading by title of an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 383, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF STILLWATER DY DEFINING THE LOT AREA REQUIREMENTS TO EXCLUDE THE AREA COVERED BY SURFACE WATER ". ,all in favor - see ordinances) The Ma or closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City Attorney made the second reading of an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 383, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF LOW DENSITY MULTIPLE DWELLINGS." The ordinance was read section by section followed by roll call after each section and all memgers of the Council voted in the affirmative. The chair then put the question, "Shall this ordinance pass ?" and on roll call the ordinance was unanimously adopted. (see ordinances) 11. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Public Hearing for the Revenue Sharing was continued to the Special Council Meeting to be held on Friday, September 23, 1977 at 4:30 P. M. (all in favor) 12. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council granted a permanent Special Use Permit to Steven Peulen to operate an antique shop at 113 North Third Street and if there is a change in the use it will require a new permit. (all in favor) 13. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a letter is to be sent to the School District indicating that the City is willing to sell at such a time as the school district needs the property if they are willing to substitute like property for the old dumpsite which is currently used for snow storage and the mixing of materials for the street department and will be willing to discuss same at that time. (all in favor) NEW BUSINESS 1. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council approved the attendance of David Chial, Jack Sherin and John Zoller at the 1977 Annual Fire Chief's Conference to be held at Brooklyn Center, October 20- 21 -22, 1977. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Council approved the installation of a street light at pine and Oakes Street as recommended by the Police Chief. (al) in favor) 299' • • • • !300 September 20, 1977 3. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council approved the installation of a street light on Marsh Street between South Fourth and South Fifth Streets. (all in favor) 4. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council authorized the renewal date for the City's Hospitalization Contract to be changed to November 1st. (all in favor) 5. Discussion was held regarding the skylight for the Library and Mr. Shelton was directed to contact Lynn at the Library on this matter. 6. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Council approved the 12 inch hydrant extension kit to raise the height of a hydrant at Mulberry and Harriet Streets. (all in favor) 7. On motion of Councilmam Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the date of October 4, 1977 at 7:30 P. M. was set for the public hearings for the following Planning Commission Cases: Case No. 293 - Garage Variance for Frederick Crissey, 1632 Meadowlark Case No. 294 - Special Use Permit for a woodworking shop in the rear portion of the Greenery in downtown Stillwater - James Harvieux Case No. 295 - Garage Variance for John True, 322 South Broadway 8. On motion of Councilmam Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolution was introduced "DIRCTING THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS- -None (see resolutions) INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS - continued None at this point in the meeting APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council approved the following Contractor's Licenses: (all in favor) Ory Bakke Insulation 1448 Cliff Road, Burnsville, Mn. 55337 Insulation New Jim Burton Carpenter Route #2, Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 Comfort Insulation Co. 3866 Effress Rd., White Bear Lake, Mn. 55110 Commercial Roofing, Inc. 3520 - 38th Ave. S., Minneapolis, Mn. 55406 Exterior Decorators, Inc. P. 0. Box 8565, Minneapolis, Mn. 55408 Grant Builders, Inc. - Richard LaCasse 11170 - 60th St. N., Stillwater D. H. Gustafson & Associates, Inc. Southgate Office Plaza, Minneapolis 55407 Mike's Insulation - Donald A. Michaelson 1408 N. Owens St., Stillwater General Contractor New Insulating New Roofing New Roofing New General Contractor New General Contractor Renewal Insulation New COMMUNICATIONS From the Metropolitan Transit Commission regarding Passenter Waiting Shelters and recommendations for sites. This request was referred to Martin Hansen. CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the resignation of David Myers from the the Police Reserves was accepted and a resolution introduced EMPLOYING STANELY BUCKLEY AND JOHN ASMUS AS POLICE RESERVE OFFICERS EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 15, 1977 ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilman Mahoney, Peterson, Powr.1 and Mayor Junker 2. On motion of Councilman Pererson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the r • • • • • • !'N September 20, 1977 . request for additinal all day parking meters in the Auditorium Parking Lot was referred to the Public Works Committee. (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the requelst for a backup valve at the Dennis Notaro home at 204 Northland Avenue was referred to the Public Works Committee. (all in favor) : i 4. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the I Council authorized the Mayor and the City Attorney to request of the Margaret Rivers Foundation funds for the repair of the waterfront in Lowell Park. (The proposed cost would be $15,000 to $17,000). r flIMINI • '✓ CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT Mr. Elliott distributed to the Council copies of his reply to Baytown regarding reserve sewer capacity for the northern portion of Baytown. PUBLIC SAFETY 1. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Police Chief was authorized to advertise for bids for three new police cars, said bids to be returnable October 4, 1977 at 7:30 P. M. CSDT. (all in favor) PUBLIC WORKS No report COMMITTEE REPORTS PARKS & RECREATION 1. Mr. Blekum asked about boulevard trees and the Council advised that they would take care of this matter on Friday of this week. 2. Mr. Blekum inquired as to what he should tell the applicants about the working of overtime for the Ice Arena Manager position and the pay or time -off for same. Considerable discussion followed and the final conclusion was that the various departments should submit copies of the time sheets to the Council each pay period so that they could review the amount of overtime that is being put in by all of the employees within the City. 3. Mr. Blekum inquired as to how the Council wishes to do the screening for the Ice Arena Manager position. He was informed that the Recreation Commission should make the initial screening and submit five to seven mames to the Council that will be personally interviewed. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT 1. Mr. Kimmel informed the Council that Mr. William Curtis, 822 South Third Street who had requested at the last meeting that the City pay his side- walk construction costs and then have same assessed to him on his taxes has dropped his request. 2. Mr. Kimmel reported that he had contacted Karl Schmoeckel about the property on South Greeley - Oasis Avenue which is leased to Jack Meads and he was advised that this property is in the process of being sold and the pros- pective buyer intends to terminate Mr. Meads' lease. 3. Mr. Kimmel advised the Council that Mrs. Rydeen's contractor has secured a building permit and the work has commenced on the remodeling of this home on Fourth Avenue South. 4. Mr. Kimmel contacted Mr. Herr who bid on the property on Olive Street about the Council's delay in awarding this contract until the Recreation Commission had had a chance to study same and he had no objection. 5. On the matter of the comp time due Bob Brothen, Mr. Kimmel stated that if such overtime was authorized by his supervisor, then under the personnel regula- tions he would be entitled to overtime or comp time for such overtime. Mr. Blekum will check out the overtime hours submitted by Mr. Brothen and verify same. 301 Ni a • • 1 1 • (302 • COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS None QUESTIONS FROM PRESS REPRESENTATIVES None ORDINANCES- Second Readings - Ordinance No. 554 - Flood Plain - Ordinance No. 555 - Low Density Multiple Dwelling= First Readings - Amending Ordinance No. 383 - Defining Lot Area for Buildable Lots Abutting Water RESOLUTIONS ADJOURNMENT September 20, 1977 The following resolutions were read and on roll call were adopted: 1. Directing the Payment of the Bills. 2. Ordering the Utilities and Street Improvements for the Kern Property 3. Condemnation of the Melton Property (Councilman Mahoney abstained) 4. Awarding the Bid for Local Improvement No. 129 -1 - Robert W. Moore Co. 5. Awarding the Contract for the Painting of the outside trim on City Hall, and Library to Richert Deocrating. 6. Employ John Clarey for Comp Shifts in the Fire Department 7. Employ Police Reserve Officers - Stanley Buckley and John Asmus 8. Bond Sale $500,000 Water Revenue Bonds 9. Bond Sale $635,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds of 1977. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell the meeting adjourned at 10:25 P. M. Attest: .t:-- �- -Q-«_. Acting City Clerk type/ 1 Mayor • •