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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-11-08 CC MIN■ • • • • COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota 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 and President Junker Absent: None Als) 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: Stillwater Evening Gazette - Bob Liberty Citizens: November 8, 1977 7:30 P. M. INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS 1. MR. ROD LAWSON, representing Mr. Gilbert Benson and two parties that are seeking building permits on the Benson Property, appeared before the City Council request- ing permission for the two building permits on this plat and that the party platting same would be willing to post a $5,000 bond for the completion of the plat. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council directed that the Building Inspector grant the two building permits subject to Mr. Benson's supplying the City with the $5,000 Bond. (all in favor) 2. MR. WARREN SMITH, President of the St. Croix Cruise & Charter Co., Inc., appeared before the City Council requesting a Wharfage Permit on the north side of the bridge at Stillwater. The name of the boat is the "Discovery" and they would like a permit -' for the 1978 season. PETITIONS None Warren Smith, George Erickson (Mayor of Ambridge, Mn.), Karen Jenson, Rod Lawson, Jerry Foley, Dr. & Mrs. Jon Stratte, Gerald Polzin, George Thole and Jerry Foley and members of the Stillwater Senior High School Football Team On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded oy Councilman Peterson, the Council granted a Wharfage Permit to St. Croix Cruise and Charter Co., Inc. for the 1978 season at a fee of $300 per year (seven month season) and the necessary insurance provisions for same. (all in favor) PUBLIC HEARINGS -- -This was the day and time set for the public hearing on Case No. 298 for a Special Use Permit for the Croixside Press, 310 South Main Street for a building addition. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on October 28, 1977 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. KAREN JENSON appeared in behalf of the Croixside Press and showed the Council the plans for the proposed building addition. No one appeared in opposition to this request. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission to grant a Special Use Permit to the Croixside Press for the addition to their present building subject to their obtaining the necessary building permits. (all in favor) • 1 November 8, 1977 ... -- -This was the day and time set for the public hearing on Case No. 297 for a Special Use Permit for Gerald Polzin, 1334 South Third Street for a small engine repair shop and saw filing at this residence. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on October 28, 1977 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. Mr. Polzin was in attendance and several questions were asked of him by members of the Council. No one appeared in opposition to this request. The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council granted the Special Use Permit to Gerald Polzin, 1334 South Third Street for a small engine repair shop and saw filing at his residence as recommended by the Planning Commission subject to the following restrictions: 1. The use of noisy equipment be stopped by 9:00 P. M. 2. Any outside advertising be non - illuminated and limited to four feet square in size. 3. Permit shall be reviewed after one year. (all in favor) UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council waived that portion of the sub - division ordinance requiring a hearing for the replotting of the property purchased by Wayne Herr from the City on West Olive Street. (all in favor) On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council accepted the preliminary plat as submitted by Mr. Herr for the replatting of the property on West Olive which will be divided into three lots. (all in favor) On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE ACTING CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS FOR THE CON- VEYANCE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY WAYNE HERR CONSTRUCTION CO." (Property on West Olive Street). (Repass - see resolutions) AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "AWARDING THE BID FOR THE JET RODDER TO THE ITASCA EQUIPMENT CO. FOR A BID PRICE OF $56,764.00" using the Revenue Sharing Funds for payment of same as follows: 1. $21,166 from the balance of the 1977 Revenue Sharing Title 8 2. $17,799 from the 1978 Revenue Sharing - Title 9 3. $17,799 from the 1979 Revenue Sharing - Title 10 AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 3. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolution was introduced "AMENDING RESOLUTIONS 6432 and 6433" with the following changes: #6432 - 1965 Refunding Bonds of $58,006.00 #6433 - 1973 Improvement Bonds rather than "1975" AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 4. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a resolutiou was introduced "ABATING THE TAX LEVY FOR 1977 OF $10,000 FOR THE $635,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1977" - amending Resolution No. 6439. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS -- None (see resolutions) 323 • • • 4 • • • . (-32: November 8, 1977 NEW BUSINESS 1. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council waived the hearing for the variance request for Dr. Jon Stratte, 114 Lake- side Drive for an addition to the front of their home (This request was for a 21 foot variance), as recommended by the Planning Commission. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the date of November 22, 1977 at 7:30 P. M. was set for the public hearing on Case No. 299 for a possible setback of ten feet, sir inches from the prevailing 17 foot setback of the other homes which adjoin same. (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council authorized the attendance of Bob Barthol and Leonard Schrade of the Fire Department to attend the Aerial Tower /Ladder Operations School at White Bear Lake. (all in favor) 4. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council delayed action on confirming the appointment of Bruce Klosowsky as Permanent Juvenile Laision Officer until after the Union Contracts are signed. (all in favor) 5. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "DIRECTING THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS None at this point in the meeting APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the following Contractor's Licenses were granted: (all in favor) Bey -Roc Excavating 1690 East Ivy Avenue, St. Paul Excavators New Style -Rite Builders 4517 Minnetonka Blvd., Minneapolis 55416 Residing New - -On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a Cigarette License was granted to the Brick Alley Restaurant (Doug Oaks), 423 South Main Street for the balance of 1977. (all in favor) COMMUNICATIONS From Howard J. Jiran School District No. 834 Recreation Department thanking Mr. Blekum for making the Lily Lake Recreation facilities mailable to them for the 1977 Valley Cub Youth Football Program. (no action) CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Police Chief was instructed to contact Dick Olsen of Olsen Construc- tion asking him to remove the construction shack which is currently parked on Chestnut Street. (all in favor) INDIVIDUALS - DELEGATIONS (continued) MR. GEORGE ERICKSON, Mayor of Cambridge, appeared before the City Council to present the key to the City of Cambridge to Mayor Junker who presented same to George Thole the School Athletic Coach for the Stillwater Ponies Football Team. The Stillwater team defeated the Cambridge team last week. Mr. Thole introduced members of the team who were at this meeting with him. CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT - continued 2. The matter of the compensation for George Wohlers, Acting Civil Defense Director will be considered sometime after December 1st. • • • • • • • • emN November 8, 1977 3. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Building Inspector was directed to contact Mr. Daniel Dana regarding his property at 821 North Fourth Street as to whether or not he is in violation with the Zoning Ordinance (a complaint was received that this location is now a three -plex in a two 'Family district). (all in favor) 4. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council denied the request from Washington Federal Savings & Loan request- ing permission for the showing of the Heat -Loss photos at their place of business and the Acting City Clerk is to contact them stating that the City prefers to keep same at the City Hall for viewing. (all in favor) 5. The Acting City Clerk informed the Council that the City of Stillwater will not receive a grant for two tennis courts for the Croixwood Seventh Addition Park. 6. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney and Peterson were directed to meet with the Acting City Clerk regarding the matter of a new copying machine for the City Clerk's office. (Councilman Peterson opposed - motion carried) 7. The matter of the overtime pay for Mr. Brothen will be taken care of at the next regular meeting after the City Attotney has had a chance to check out the Statutes and Personnel Policy on this matter. CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT 1. Mr. Elliott reported that he was directed to pursue the permanent solution for the level of Lily Lake. The cost of same would be about $32,000 with the use of the plastic pipe which the City currently owns - this pipe would be buried in Brick Street and continue to the outlet on County Road No. 12. He needed permission from the Council to get a permit from the DNR for the proposed pumping. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the City's Engineer was instructed to seek approval from the DNR for this projedt and then proceed from there (all in favor) 2. Mr. Elliott reported on the bond reductions for the Orrin Thompson Develop- ment and there is a question as to whether or not this is a liability claim and a copy of the liability insurance has been forwa rded to the bonding company's attorney. COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC WORKS 1. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the City Attorney was directed to draw up an agreement with Conn -Co for the land- scaping of the stream by their property on North Second Street, and to incorporate in the agreement that the City be allowed to go into that property if there are any problems in the culvert which runs under the street, said agreement to be presented for approval at the next regular Council meeting. (all in favor) 2. Mr. Shelton reported that the City is unable to get a CETA employee for the policing of the dump boxes behind the City Hall and the Council discussed other possibilities for the control of same. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, the Council directed that the Police Chief have one of the officers on duty for one hour per day during the week and two hours on Saturday at varying times for the policing of these boxes. (all in favor) PUBLIC SAFETY 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, a resolution was introduced "PROMOTION OF FIREFIGHTERS TO FIREFIGHTER ENGINEERS IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1, 1977 ". Kevin Charlsen Cortzie Downs, Jr. Tom Linhoff Gary Moelter Kevin Moelter David Reichow AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 325 \ • • • • ( 326 2. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS AT FOURTH AND WILLARD STREERS WITH WILLARD STREET BEING STOPPED ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 3. On mtoion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF EDUCATION CREDITS FOR BRUCE KLOSOWSKY IN THE AMOUNT OF $49.75 ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 4. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Cour -11 approved $3,000 to proceed with the rebuilding of the vehicle for use in the Civil Defense Department and the Civil Defense Director was instructed to contact the State Civil Defense office for matching funds for this expense. (all in favor) 5. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Mahoney, effective December 1, 1977 Bruce Klosowsky will be allowed to use one of the Public Safety vehicles for his School Juvenile Laision work and his current allow- ance for mileage will be discontinued at that time. (all in favor) PARKS PAD) RECREATION 1. Mr. Blekum reported that the new manager for the arena is on the job and working out very well. He further reported that it was discussed at the last meeting that a third relief maintenance man be hired to avoid much of the much overtime that has been paid in the past for this work. On motion of Councilman Mahoney, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "EMPLOYING DEAN FUNKE AS A PART -TIME ICE ARENA MAINTENANCE MAN AT A RATE OF $4.00 PER HOUR. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Mahoney, Peterson, Powell, and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT 1. Mr. Kimmel reported that the Feely easements were signed this date and payment made to him and the balance of U_. easements are in process of being completed. 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the proposed second reading of an ordinance rezoning property to the east of the railroad right -of -way was rescheduled for December 6, 1977 at 7:30 P. M. (all in favor) COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS 1. COUNCILWOMAN BODLOVICK brought up the matter of signs on Owen Street indicating the location of a home where stoves were being sold and the Police Chief was directed to have same removed and contact Mr. Mechelke and inform him that if he is conducting a business out of his home he will have to secure a Special Use Permit. 2. COUNCILMAN PETERSON asked about a boat that is parked on Mulberry Point and Mr. Abrahamson stated that this has been checked out and will be removed. This matter was discussed further and the Council felt that there should be an ordinance regarding the parking of boats along the levee area arid Mr. Kimmel is to draft an ordinance and present it at a future meeting. 3. The matter of the "Welcome Minnesota" sign which the Highway Department has been placed on Chestnut Street was discussed and Mr. Shelton will check further on this since someone is liable to walk into same since it is in the sidewalk right -of -way. November 8, 1977 • • • • 1 • P� • November 8, 1977 QUESTIONS FROM PRESS REPRESENTATIVES None ORDINANCES None RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were unanimously adopted: 1. Execute documents for the Sale of the Property on Olive Street to Wayne Herr. (repass) 2. Award the Bid for the Jet Rodder - Itasca Equipment Co. (repass) 3. Amending Resolutions 6432 and 6433 - Tax Levies 4. Abating the Tax Levy for 1977 for $635,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds of 1977 - Amending Resolution No. 6439. 5. Promotion of Six Firefighters to Firefighter Engineers 6. Employing Dean Funke as Part -Time Ice Arena Maintenance Man 7. Stop Signs at Fourth and Willard Streets 8. Directing the Payment of Bills 9. Authorizing the Payment of Education Credits to Bruce Klosowsky ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the meeting adjourned at 8:55 P. M. Attest: ,,,tee Acting City Clerk Mayor • 327• • 4