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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-05-20 CC MIN• • • COUNCIL CHAMBERS Stillwater, Minnesota REGULAR MEETING The Mayor called the meeting to order. Present: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Harry Peterson, Roger Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker Absent: None Also Present: Finance Director /Coordinator, Kriesel; City Clerk, Schnell; City Attorney, Magnuson; Public Safety Director, Abrahamson; Superintendent of Public Works, Shelton; Director of Parks and Recreation, Blekum; Fire Chief, Chial; Building Official, Zepper; Consulting Engineer, Duane Elliott and Dick Moore. Press: Citizens: None INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS None FIRE CHIEF No report PARKS AND RECREATION No report May 20, 1980 4:00 P. M. White Bear Free Press - Julie Edstrom St. Paul Dispatch - James Broede COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC SAFETY 1. On motion of Councilman R. Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council directed that the public property behind Birchwood Drive and border - in on McKusick Lake be posted for "no motor bikes" as petitioned for and recommended by the Director of Public Safety. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council authorized the purchase of a Radar Unit at a price of $770.00 for the City's share and the balance of the total of $2,300 will be funded by the Feederal Government and said equipment was in the budget. (all in favor) BUILDING OFFICIAL 1. Mr. Zepper informed the t until that by Ordinance No. 536 the City collecting 25% of the cost of a building permit as Plan Checking Fees Uniform Building Code states it to be 657, of the cost of the Building P He cited the amounts of money that the Clty lost on recent permits and that the Ordinance be changed so that for complete new construction it and for remodeling that it remain at the 257.. The Council directed that this be referred to the City Attorney. 2. Mr. Zepper made a request o° tha City Council to attend the National Building Officials Convention in Albuquerque the week of September 21, 1980, the cost of which would be about $700.00 and he supplied the Council with a list of the various codes that will be covered at this meeting. He felt that the cost of this would be offset by the increase in the plan check fees if it is passed. (The Council took this request under advisement for action at a later date) is only and the ermit. recommended be 65% CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT 1. DICK MOORE reported that they made the semi -final inspection of the Frontage Road and there are 14 items on the punch list to be comple.ed. 2. DICK MOORE stated they have finished the curb work in the Lux's Addition and on Lookout Street. 1 • • • • 1 '13 • May 20, 1980 3. DUANE ELLIOTT discussed with the Council the proposed Augustine Plat and the drainage problems that will be involved in connection with this Plat and the Forest Hills Addition and the proposed matting on Rainbow Court. He suggested that he be allowed to contact Tower Asphalt about delaying the matting on Rainbow Court. He was directed to submit his engineering plan to Oak Park Heighrs and to Dr. McCarten and he will also contact Bruce Folz on this matter and Tower Asphalt and report back to the Council. 4. DUANE ELLIOTT presented the map to the Council showing the proposed location of 63rd Street by the Ogren Station which has been shifted to the north about 12 feet and that Mr. Ogren has agreed verbally that this would present no problems and that he would not claim any damages to his other piece of property. 5. DUANE ELLIOTT stated that the architect for the Charter Oaks Towrhouses have contacted him about preparing site utilities for their development and he wanted an understanding with the Council on this matter - there is a need for water and sewer in these two stx.ets and he would make some recommendations to them as to where the services shotld be extended. The Council had no objection to Mr. Elliott working with them on this project. 6. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman R. Peterson, the Council authorized the release of the $2,000 Certificate of Deposit which was made by Johnson Bros. for Local Improvement No. 157 as recommended by Mr. Elliott since they have now completed the repair of the street damage in the Industrial Park. (all in favor) 7. DICK MOORE reported that he had received a call from Mr. Swager regarding the putting in of the pipe on Pine Tree Trail as now he does not feel that it is his responsibility since this goes beyond a drainage ditch, since the only solution at this time would be by a pipe into the catch basin. They have signed the agreement which Mr. Magnuson prepared and Mr. Moore will check this matter with Mr. Magnuson and bring back a report to the Council. On motion of Councilman R. Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council directed that either he puts in the pipe or that the City would put it in and assess it to him. (all in favor) PUBLIC WORKS 1. Mr. Shelton reported on a complaint from the Wolf Marina about a delta of sand from Brown's Creek which has built on their property and which he felt came from the Burlington Northern Structure. In discussion it was felt that the City had no responsibility in this matter since the culvert was plugged for sometime and this should have created a lesser problem and not increased his problem On motion of Councilman R. Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the City Attorney was instructed to write a letter to Mr. Wolf indicating that we have no responsibility in this matter. (all in favor) 2. Mr. Shelton informed the Council about a drainage problem on Fifth Avenue South where the water does not get into the culvert that was placed there before the street was surfaced. He was directed to either put in a pipe or some blacktop to take care of this problem. 3. Mr. Shelton reported that he had a quote of $30,190 for a pole type building for the garage addition (40 x 56 x 16) which is the price without the doors and with three steel doors that would be an additional cost of $5,383 and then there would be the cost of extending the hearing system of the present garage. There was further discussion about getting another quote and since it was felt that the cost would run over $10,000 for a complete building that this project should be bid. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Superintendent of Public Works was directed to draw up specs for the garage addition and advertise for bids for same. (all in favor) 4. Mr. Shelton requested permission to spray Lily Lake for algae at a cost of $340 - there was $350.00 put in the budget for this item - the Council concurred that this should be done at the quoted figure. 5. Mr. Shelton asked the Council what type of meters they wanted for the new parkkng lot on Main Street - the type of coins and the total time limit. On motion of Councilman R. Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council authorized two hour meters at a rate of 25c per hour for the new parking lot on South Main Street and that the hours of operation would be from 8:00 A. M. to 8:00 P. M. (all in favor) ego I 1 �1 1 • e • • 1 • • ^ May 20, 1980 I .d awr as d 6. MAYOR JUNKER requested that the information or signs on the light standards in downtown directing them to the parking lots be updated and that additional ones be put up and also that there be signes indicating that there is free parking after 5:00 P. M. 7. There was discussion on the acquiring of some school property on Cherry Street and that if they are interested in securing some of this property that a letter be written indicating that the City is interested in buying this property for $1.00. Mr. Shelton was directed to send this letter to Mr. Jansen. 8. Mr. Shelton discussed with the Council the tunnel structure at Burlington Northern Tracks which was put in last fall and that the upper section should be removed and that some fill be put in at the bottom to eliminate the water which has been settling in that area. 9. There was discussion on locations for drop boxes with the possibility of having them available for one week in the spring and one week in the fall, and an article be put into the Gazette on this matter. Also the decision was that if people have cement, trees and other large quantities they should call a contractor to take same away. There was discussion about putting same out at the old dumpsite and it was felt that this would open up a "pandora's box" and the final decision was to do nothing about having such boxes available. 10. Mr. Shelton had received a quote on a new Roscoe Roller, deluxe model for $3,780 and also they have a used one for $3,500 which is a 1970 model. The cost of the trailer would be $2,030. MAYOR JUNKER directed that Mr. Shelton go over to the supplier and look at these rollers and that he also look at the $2,500 model. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS 1. On motion of Councilman Harry Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, Mr. Shelton was directed to install "NO PARKING" signs and paint the curb on the north side of Chestnut Street from the driveway of Monty Brines to the inter- section with Third Street. (all in favor) PUBLIC WORKS - continued 11. Mr. Shelton and Mr. Blek,mi brought to the attention of the Council a request for a resurfacing of the skating area and the repainting of the tennis court area for the Meadowlark Park and no action was taken on this matter. 12. There was discussion on the repair of the library roof which has developed a very bad leak and that the City is in the process of getting bids or quotes for repair of same. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS - CONTINUED 2. COUNCILMAN ROGER PETERSON asked about the dog run that has been built by the Dog Pound and the fact that the neighbors are upset about same and he was informed that it has not been used up to this time and that it would only be used in the day time. CHIEF ABRAHAMSON indicated that they have a new arrangement with Afton and it is possible that it will not be used at all. to 3 on North Third stated the Police will check were goats to have been removed sometime ago. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the meeting adjourned at 5:35 P. M. to 7:30 P. M. Attest: > Cit Clerk Mayor a • 2 • • • '132 COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota May 20, 1980 7:30 P. M. RECESSED MEETING The Mayor reconvened the meeting at 7:30 P. M. The Invocation was given by the City Clerk, Schnell. Present: Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Harry Peterson, Roger Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker Absent: None Also Present: Finance Director /Coordinator, Kriesel; City Clerk, Schnell; City Attorney, Magnuson; Superintendent of Public Works, Shelton; Building Official, Zepper; Consulting Engineers, Elliott & Moore INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS 1. LINDA DONNELLY, representing AAUW, appeared before the Council requesting parking concessions during the September Antique Show for special areas near the armory that would be designated for parking for their customers during this show and they would like to print this information on the tickets when they are sold. On motion of Councilman R. Peterson, seconded by Councilman Harry Peterson, that the AAUW work with the Director of Public Safety on parking for the Antique Show. (all in favor) The Mayor closed the hearing. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This was the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. 381 for David Hueller, 1115 West Linden Street f-r a variance for a garage. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Ebening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on May 6, 1980 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. The applicant was in attendance - there was no one in attendance in favor or opposed to this request. The Mayor closed the hearing On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Harry Peterson, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the three foot three inch variance to David Hueller for a sideyard variance for a garage. (all in favor) 2. This was the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. 382 for Curtis and M. Patricia Nickelson for a lot size variance at North William and Linden Streets. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on May 8, 1980 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing. The applicants were not present for the hearing - The City Clerk informed the Council that the applicant had called this date and requqested cancellation of the hearing. Rodney Nord, 235 North William Street, stated that it was not stated at the prior meeting whether this is to be a single or a multiple family dwelling. JAMES FRANCIS, 726 West Linden Street, stated that they have already remodeled the existing dwelling into a three plex and that this would not meet the fire code and also he did not think there would be sewer up there and he was opposed to this request. ai l 4 Press: White Bear Press - Julie Edstrom CITIZENS: Lloyd Girod, Jim Francis, Tal Norlin, David Hueller, Linda Donnelly, Rodney Nord, John Bylanders, Mrs. Lawrence Seide 64 31 w • 0 • • • 4 1 • • 0111 May 20, 1980 • PM On motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and denied the request for a 1,500 square feet lot size variance to build a home at North William and LAnden Streets. (all in favor) 3. This was the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. 383 for Holiday Foods, 101 North Owens Street for a variance to a Non - Conforming Use Permit for a storage trailer to the north of their existing building. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on May 8, 1980 and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. The Mayor opened the hearing LLOYD GIROD, Holiday Foods, 101 North Owens Street, explained his proposal and that this would be about 7 feet from the property line and that the trailers will be completely enclosed and would look like a part of the building. JOHN BYLANDER, 107 North Owens Street, who owns the property just to the north asked what this would do to his property value. He had no objection to the trailers and the manner in which they will be installed - he was more concerned about his property value. COUNCILMAN ROGER PETERSON referred to the Planning Commission minutes which indicated that they approved this request with the provision that the trailers be enclosed similar to those by the Lowell Inn and he asked Mr. Girod if this in met with his approval and he indicated that it did. I & MAYOR JUNKER felt that if it is done in this manner that it should not detract from the building - it will look like a part of it. MR. MAGNUSON stated that the property now is a con - conforming use and this would be a variance to the ordinance if they wish to extend or enlarge this building. COUNCILMAN HARRY PETERSON questioned if when this building was completed if it would be within the limits of the property line and it was indicated that it would be. tem The Mayor closed the hearing. On motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the variance on the Ordinance for permanent placement of two refrigerated trailer units on the north side of the existing building to extend out approximately eight feet to the North. (all in favor) PETITIONS None INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS - continued b• RODNEY NORD, 235 North William Street, appeared before the City Council regarding a residence at 230 North William Street which he and some of his neighbors felt was being occupied by more than one family and that this was a one family home. There are five to nine vehicles parked by this residence per evening and that there are always seven cars parked there every nite. MR KRIESEL stated that he did call the owner of that building and she stated she is the only family that lives in that home and her family does come to visit her and that there are times when many cars are there at the same time. MR. ZEPPER AND MR. ABRAHAMSON have checked out the vehicles and they are all licensed and they are all moved every 24 hours. MR. NORD stated that he has been watching this home for the past six months and there seems to be three cars that are there overnite and then leave in the morning. MR. MAGNUSON cited from the ordinance and the City Code some restrictions as to the number of square feet per person that may live in a home and that the health officer could make an inspection to make sure the house is up to these provisions and to have this violation corrected, if there is one. MR. KRIESEL stated that he informed the owner of the code - it is a two story home and that it could house quite a few people. 13 • • • • • • 1 • May 20, 1980 MR. MAGNUSON stated that it would be hard to ticket the parking and that in order to enforce the occupancy code an inspection would have to be made so that the City would know what they are talking about and the health officer is empowered to make the inspection. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the City Health Officer (Chief Abrahamson) was instructed to make an inspection of the residence at 230 North William Street and return the findings to the City Attorney of the parking in the early morning or late evening hours. (all in favor) Mr. Elliott asked that they be involved in the preparation of the street grades for this development. On motion of Councilman Powell, sea,aded by Councilman Roger Peterson, the Council approved the Final Plat for the Browns Creek Addition with the easement over Outlot A. (all in favor) 2. On motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING THE USE OF LOWELL PARK FOR THE LUMBERJACK DAIS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Harry Peterson, Roger Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 3. The Council took no action on the RESOLUTION FOR RUBBISH DISPOSAL STATION at this time. 4. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "EMPLOYING GARY FULLERTON AS JUNIOR SEWER AND WATER MAINTENANCE MAN ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilman Harry Peterson, Roger Peterson, Powell NAYS - -Mayor Junker (see resolutions) NEW BUSINESS 1. On motion of Councilman Harry Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a Beer Permit was granted to a Business Women's Group for Pioneer Park for June 8, 1980 from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 P. M. (all in favor) (Ann Collins) 2. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Roger Peterson,. the Council authorized the signing of Change ORDER No. 3 for Local Improvement No. 157 -A- (all in favor) 3. On motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, the Council set the date of June 3, 1980 at 7:30 P. M. for the public hearings for Case No. 384 for Peter Meilke, 416 North Second Street for a garage variance and Case No. 395 for Jerry Mullenbach, 304 Maryknoll Drive for a rear lot line variance. (all in favor) awl UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. MR. ELLIOTT briefed the Council on the Browns Creek Addition Plat - the Street should be a nine ton axel load and that road should be designed with minimum grades that are permitted and that his office should be involved in the setting of these grades and make them a permanent record of the plat. He also felt that the Council should look at watermains to go into this area. MR. MAGNUSON stated that this could be a part of the p ackage approval that the developer put it in. COUNCILMAN POWELL stated that the Council decided not to put in water since it would be too difficult to put it in. COUNCILMAN ROGER PETERSON stated that most of the existing homes there do not have water now. Also he asked if it was not true that the water pressure on the extreme North Hill is extremely low and he felt that until such a time as the pressure on the North Hill is up and also for the David Johnson development - in the future, and that since this is a small a:aa and isolated and only nine lots and that it not be required. There was a question about the frontage of Outlot A which was only 32.8 feet and it was pointed out that this fronts on the other side, and that there be an easement to take care of this e • • 0 • 1 t • • Allk May 20, 1980 1 8 51 • • 0 COMMUNICATIONS - - -On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Roger Peterson, a resolution was introduced "REQUESTING THE METROrOLITAN COUNCIL HRA TO APPLY FOR REHABILITATION GRANT FUNDS FOR THE CITY OF STILLWATER ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilman Harry Peterson, Roger Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS- -None (see resolutions) - - -On motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a resolution was introduced "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMINISTRATION OF A PROGRAM ". (Washington County to administer the HRA Grant Rehabilitation Program for the City of Stflwater) AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen H. Peterson, R. Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) - - -From Bill McDonald of Stillwater Township regarding the Joint Powers Agreement. COUNCILMAN POWELL felt that the area the farthest away from the Township should be controlled by the City. MR. MAGNUSON felt that it might be a good idea that the Joint Powers group would sit down and review it and to come up with some ideas for making some changes. t°• COUNCILMAN POWELL stated that Stillwater Township is conceraed as to what happens on their boundaries and once the Hooley property was relinquished they had some concerns. COUNCILMAN HARRY PETERSON felt that the City should not be too hasty in breaking this agreement and felt that it would be appropriate for discussion among the members of the Joint Powers Commission - leave out the County Planner being assigned to this commission. They will be having a meeting tomorrow nite and they could agree to have a session away from the Planning Department and talk about some of their problems. COUNCILMAN ROGER PETERSON felt that this would be a reasonable first step and that our representatibes could report back at the next regular meeting. i+a CITY CLERK'S REPORT 1. On motion of Councilman Powell, seconded by Councilman Harry Peterson, the Council approved the Excavator's Bond for ACG Mechanical, Inc., St. Paul in the amount of $5,000.00. (all in favor) CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT 1. on motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilman Harry Peterson, a resolution was introduced "APPROVING THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT REAPPORTIONMENT FOR THE KERN - PAULEY ADDITION AND THE MATT HOOLEY ADDITION ", and that notices ws be mailed to the property owners. AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen H. Peterson, R. Peterson, Powell, and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) 4. On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Roger Peterson, a resolution was introduced "DIRECTING THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Harry Peterson, Roger Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS - -None (see resolutions) APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Roger Peterson, the following Contractor's Licenses were granted: (all in favor) Norman T. Berglund Construction 464 Second St., Excelsior, Mn. 55331 General Renewal Kinsmen Landscaping (Kevin J. Glass) P. 0. Box 122, Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Tree Trimmers- Landscapers New Lux Homes, Inc. 617 Lake Drive, Stillwater Midwest Fence & Mfg. Co. 525 W. Villaume Ave., South St. Paul 55075 St. Croix Improvement Co. (Gerald J. Cook) R. #1, Box 280 -A., Somerset 54025 General Fencing General Renewal Renewal Renewal • • • "436 May 20, 1980 2. On motion of Councilman Roger Peterson, seconded by Councilwoman Bodlovick, a Beer Permit was granted to Nile Kriesel for the First Annual Invitational Softball Tournament for Saturday, May 31st for Lily Lake Park and Pioneer Park. (all in favor) APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded oy Councilman Roger Peterson, minutes of the following meetings were approved: (all in favor) March 17, 1980 Special Meeting 3:00 P. M. March 25, 1980 Regular Meeting 4:00 P. M. Recessed Meeting 7:30 P. M. April 8, 1980 Regular Meeting 7:30 P. M. April 9, 1980 Special Meeting 4:30 P. M. April 15, 1980 Regular Meeting 4:00 P. M. April 29, 1980 Special Meeting 6:30 P. M. May 6, 1980 Regular Meeting 7:30 P. M. MISCELLANEOUS 1. On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Harry Peterson, a resolution was introduced "CERTIFYING THAT METROPOLITAN LAND PLANNING ACT PREVIEW REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED ". AYES -- Councilwoman Bodlovick, Councilmen Harry Peterson, Powell and Mayor Junker NAYS- -None ABSTAINED - Councilman R. Peterson (see resolutions) 2. Mr. Zepper reported that he had received a quotation of $7,500 from Shamrock Construction for the work at the Public Library (repair the leak, replace the tiles, fix the skylite, patch the ceiling, painting of two rooms and replace the tile in the end room on the north corner.) He reported further that he tried to get other quotes but was unable to get other quotes from contractors who could do the work immediately. On motion of Councilwoman Bodlovick, seconded by Councilman Harry Peterson, the Council accepted the bid of $7,500 from Shamrock Construction for the repair work to be done at the library and that Mr. Gould has agreed that his work will be guaranteed. (all in favor) COUNCIL REQUESTS COUNCILMAN HARRY PETERSON made reference to the Land Planning Act and felt that the Council should be looking at eliminating some of the blighted areas in the City and possibly wait for another year to take any action. He made reference to the apart- ments across from the Post Office and he was not sure just how the City should proceed on such matters. He was hopeful that the Master Plan would not just be put on a shelf and then nothing done about it - that the entrances to the City be checked to make them more attractive to our visitors. INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS - continued COUNCILMAN HARRY PETERSON felt that we could hold off on this matter until the next regular meeting. MISCELLANEOUS - -- COUNCILMAN HARRY PETERSON broughtup the matter of Ed Cass' letter to the City in response to David Magnuson's letter regarding the Fire Relief Association By -Laws. MR. MAGNUSON explained the kinds of items that are negotiable in Labor Contracts - Mandatory, Permissive and Prohibited and that terms and conditions or retirement are not negotiable and this would be getting on touchy grounds. 0I RUSS MEISTER, representing the Cooties appeared before the Council requesting that tl they reconsider their action with the possibility of granting a Beer Permit for Lumberjack Days in Lowell Park for their organization. COUNCILMAN ROGER PETERSON stated that the Council took action on the proposal and unless they can come up with a new proposal that action would stand. The new proposal would have to have different hours as the other ones were too long - 2:00 P. M. to 11:00 P. M. He suggested possibly 2 to 5 P. M. and then 8 to 11 P. M. COUNCILMAN POWELL stated that they did not want to be hard on the Cooties or the Jaycees, but that a situation had developed that got out of hand last year and felt that if we did not do this for one year to see what will happen and it is possible that they will be able to grant such permits for future years. a a • • e • • • OM y May 20, 1980 MAYOR JUNKER stated that we should assure them that we are not taking this matter to arbitration and that the Council does not wish to raise the pension benefits from $600 to $800 at this time. COUNCILMAN ROGER PETERSON asked that the City Attorney or the City Coordinator be instructed to send a letter to Mr. Cass stating that the Council plans to take no action on the requested increase in the pension payments. COUNCILMAN POWELL stated that they control themselves to the extent that they vote on any new members and he felt that the Council should have some say on the applicants that are accepted and that this should possibly be put into the by -laws as regards the admission of volunteers rather than have it a closed organization. COUNCILWOMAN BODLOVICK also felt that they should have a look at who is applying and that this would be the pro; 'r time to change the by -laws. On motion of Councilman Harry Peterson, seconded by Councilman Powell, that the Council review within the next couple of weeks and make any proposed changes and that the City Attorney be directed to respond to Mr. Cass' letter indicating that the City will not be negotiating the by -law changes and that the Council will give final consideration to the adoption of the by -laws on June 17th which should be in plenty of time to meet their July 1st deadline of filing these with the State of Minnesota. (all in favor) MR. MAGNUSON reported that the final arbitration will be held on Friday, May 23, 1980 at the Washington County Courthouse on the Firefighter's Contract and the City has retained Cy Smythe for this meeting. QUESTIONS FROM PRESS REPRESENTATIVES None ORDINANCES None RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were adopted: 1. Directing the Payment of the Bills. 2. Employing Gary Fullerton as Junior Sewer and Water Maintenance Man 3. Requesting the Metro Council HRA to Apply for Rehabilitation Grant Funds for the City of Stillwater. 4. Authorizing Washington County to Administer the HRA Rehabilitation Grant Funds 5. Approval of the Reapportionment of Assessments for the Industrial Park 6. Certifying the Comprehensive Plan to the Metro Council (Councilman Roger Peterson abstained) 7. Use of Lowell Park for Lumberjack Days. Adournment On motion of Councilman Powell, seconeed by Councilman Roger Peterson, the meeting adjourned at 8:50 P. M. Attest: ,/L rt mot'. +A-/,+, -a J City Clerk Mayor 137 • • • / • • 1 a 1