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AGENDA
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
Wednesday, March 4, 1992
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REGULAR MEETING
RECESSED MEETING
4:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
4:00 P.M. AGENDA
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Workshop with Parking Task Force.
STAFF REPORTS
\;;/1. Finance Director v4. Comm. Dev. Director-? Fire Chief
'--""2. Police Chief
vS. Parks & Recreation ,vg. Bui lding Official
v3. Public Works Dir..'-"'6. Consulting Engineer "-'9. City Attorney
.....10. Ci ty Clerk
v?11. City Coordinator
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
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CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
ROLL CALL
~APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting - February 18, 1992.
vi INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. Recognition of "Link-Up" Program.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
/ 1. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Special Use
Permit for the placement of a 4 ft. wide, 250 ft. long, permanent dock at
2021 No. Lake St. located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist.,
Bluffland/Shoreland/Flood Plain Dist., Case No. SUP/92-5, Marvin D.
Sjobeck, Applicant.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on February 20,
1992 and mailed to affected property owners.
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This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Variance and
Special Use Permit to construct a 22 ft. by 40 ft. warehouse/garage with a
zero sideyard setback located at 204 No. Third St. in the PA, Public,
Admin./Office Dist., Case No. V/SUP/92-3, Dennis McKean, Secretary, Board
of Water Commissioners, Applicant.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on February 20,
1992 and mailed to affected property owners.
~3. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a request for
a 5 ft. by 128 ft. Street Vacation for a portion of Alder St. between
Highway 95 and Lake St. located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist.,
Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Case No. SV/92-4, Daniel Challeen & Deborah
Desteno, Applicants.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on February 20,
~ 1992 and mailed to affected property owners.
. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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~ NEW BUSINESS ~
1. Request by JOB Flor 1 Shop for a permanent IS-minute parking space near
their shop on Main it.
AETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS i DELEGATIONS (cont in ued)
~CONSENT AGENDA
1. Resolution Directin Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 92-35).
2. Applications (list 0 be supplied at meeting)
3. Request for renewal of Gambling Permits for Brine's & Madcapper
Restaurants by St. Croix Valley Hockey Ass'n.
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COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
STAFF REPORTS (continued)
~COMMUNICATIONS/FYI
, 1. Jeanne M. Anderson - Requesting Council to schedule Public Hearing on
Variance for propert at 226 E. Myrtle St. for March 17, 1992.
~2. Glen Medbury, et al - Comments on the moving of a house to location at 4th
& Pine Streets.
~3. John Diers, Minn. Transportation Museum - Suspension of scheduled
operation of MTM Train for 1992.
/4. Dorothy & Vernard Haas - Comments on New Bridge being built in Southern
Corridor.
/5. Dan McGuiness, Mn/Wi c. Boundary Area Comm. - Meeting in Council Chambers
on April 2, 1992 to iscuss a Special Project being started on the Lower e
St. Croix.
/8. Lakeview Memorial
pital - Announcement of Expansion plans.
/ 6. LMC - Legislative Co ference March 24, 1992; and Legislative Policy
Committees.
/7. LMC - Possible Revoc tion of 1/2 Cent Sales Tax and its Impact on Cities.
ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA
STIllWATER CITY COUNCIL
Wednesday, March 4, 1992
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REGULAR MEETING
RECESSED MEETING
4:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
4:00 P.M. AGENDA
1. Workshop with Parking Task Force.
STAFF REPORTS
l. Fin ance Di rector 4. Comm. Dev. Director 7. Fire Chief
2. Police Chief 5. Parks & Recreation 8. Building Official
3. Public Works Dir. 6. Consulting Engineer 9. City Attorney
10. City Clerk 11. City Coordinator
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
CAll TO ORDER
INVOCATION
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting - February 18, 1992.
INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS
1. Recognition of IlLink-Up" Program.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Special Use
Permit for the placement of a 4 ft. wide, 250 ft. long, permanent dock at
2021 No. lake St. located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist.,
B1uffland/Shore1and/Flood Plain Dist., Case No. SUP/92-5, Marvin D.
Sjobeck, Applicant.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on February 20,
1992 and mailed to affected property owners.
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2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Variance and
Special Use Permit to construct a 22 ft. by 40 ft. warehouse/garage with a
zero sideyard setback located at 204 No. Third St. in the PA, Public,
Admin./Office Dist., Case No. V/SUP/92-3, Dennis McKean, Secretary, Board
of Water Commissioners, Applicant.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on February 20,
1992 and mailed to affected property owners.
3. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a request for
a 5 ft. by 128 ft. Street Vacation for a portion of Alder St. between
Highway 95 and lake St. located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist.,
Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Case No. SV/92-4, Daniel Cha1leen & Deborah
Desteno, Applicants.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on February 20,
1992 and mailed to affected property owners.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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NEW BUSINESS I
1. Request by JOB Flor 1 Shop for a permanent 15-minute parking space near
their shop on Main t.
PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS DELEGATIONS (continued)
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Resolution Directin
2. Applications (list
3. Request for renewal
Restaurants by St.
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Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 92-35).
o be supplied at meeting)
of Gambling Permits for Brine's & Madcapper
roix Valley Hockey Ass'n.
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
STAFF REPORTS (continue
COMMUNICATIONS/FYI
1. Jeanne M. Anderson Requesting Council to schedule Public Hearing on
Variance for proper y at 226 E. Myrtle St. for March 17, 1992.
2. Glen Medbury, et al - Comments on the moving of a house to location at 4th
& Pine Streets.
3. John Diers, Minn. T ansportation Museum - Suspension of scheduled
operation of MTM Tr in for 1992.
4. Dorothy & Vernard H as - Comments on New Bridge being built in Southern
Corridor.
5. Dan McGuiness, Mn/W sc. Boundary Area Comm. - Meeting in Council Chambers ~
on April 2, 1992 to discuss a Special Project being started on the Lower ~
St. Croix.
6. LMC - Legislative C nference March 24, 1992; and legislative Policy
Committees.
7. lMC - Possible Revo ation of 1/2 Cent Sales Tax and its Impact on Cities.
8. lakeview Memorial H spital - Announcement of Expansion plans.
ADJOURNMENT
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MEMORANDUM
Mayor and City Council r\~
Diane Deblon, Finance Director ~ P
February 28, 1992
UTILITY BILL ADJUSTMENTS
The following is a request for and recommendation made to a sewer utility bill:
Description of Problem
1. Leaky toilet, fixed in April 1991
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Mayor and city
Diane Deblon,
DA: March 5, 1992
KEMO-RANDUM
F::::::1Director ~~
RE: UTILITY BILL ADJUSTMENTS
The following is a request for and recommendation made to a sewer utility bill:
Description of Problem
2. Leaky toilet, fixed in May 1991.
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Recommendation
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M~MO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FR0~: CITY COORDIN0TOR
RE: PROMOTION OF RICK NORDQUIST
TO SEWER MAINTENANCE WORKER
DA: ;,iAr~CH 1 ~ 1 S3~~
RICK N()RDQUIST :~AS MADE A ~EQUESl TO BE PROMOTED TO SEWER MAl~~1'ENANCE
WORKER. RICK WAS HIRED ON MAY 30~ 1989 AS A ,JRa SEWER MAINTE~IA~jCE WGRk-
ER AND SINCE THAT TIME HAS PERFORMED A WIDE f~ANGE OF DUTIES ASSOCIATED
WITH !~IS C;ASSIFICATION INCL~JDING MOST Il~ No-r Al"t_ OF Tl~E DUTIES nssoc-
IATED WITH THE HIGHER CLASSIFICATION. RICK ALSO HAS A CLASS S-C WASTE
lAATER CERTIFICATE A;\JL) iti TAJ-<:.ING STEPS TO OBHHN A:\j S-B CEFTIFIC~nE. ThE
S-B CERTIFICATE IS NOT A REQUIREMENT OF THE CITY BUT IT IS AN INDICATION
OF THE PROFICIENCY AND KNOWLEDGE AN EMPLOYEE HAS REGARDING WASTEWATER
TREATMENT AND COLLECTION SYSTEMS. I AM CONFIDENT THAT RICK WILL OBTAIN
THE S-B CERTIFICATE AND BELEIVE THAT HE SHOULD BE PROMOTED TO THE HIGHER
CLASSIFICATION. I HAVE DISCUSSED THIS WITH THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR PND
HE PGREES"
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FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
MARY LOU JOHNSON, CITY CLERK
MARCH 4, 1992
CHANGE OF POLLING PLACE FOR PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY
The Secretary of State1s Office has recently informed me that the projected
voter turnout for the Presidential Primary is 25% to 30% --which puts
Stillwater's turnout at approximately 2,000 to 2,500 voters.
Therefore, during the past few days live researched the possibility of
changing the polling places for the Presidential Primary to one polling place
and it can be done -- by resolution. When we go back to our regular
elections, we will need another resolution, which we will need to do anyway
because of the change to the Ward system.
I would suggest the Methodist Church on Myrtle and Greeley Streets since they
have added to their church, they have added parking and are handicapped
accessible. Each precinct would be designated within the premises with each
one having their own ballot box. The cost for the election would be
approximately half that of the regular precinct plan.
Council approval if requested.
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STAFF REQUEST ITEM
DEPARTMENT
Administration
MEETING DATE
Ma rch 4, 1992
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST (Briefly outline what the request is):
Adopt Resolution appointing Election Judges for the Presidential Primary on
April 7. Also, to designate the hourly wage paid to the Judges and Chairperson
Judges of Precincts at $5.50 (Regular) and $6.00 (Chair). This was the rate
that was set in 1988 and 1990.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT (Briefly outline the cots, if any, that are associated with this
request and the proposed source of the funds needed to fund the request)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ATTACHED:
YES X
NO
ALL COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY CLERK A MINIMUM OF FIVE
WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IN ORDER TO
PLACED IN THE COUNCIL MATERIAL PACKET.
SUBMITTED BY:
r~ary Lou Johnson
DATE: March 4, 1992
. RESOLUTION NO. 92-37
APPOINTINt ELECTION JUDGES AND FIXING COMPENSATION
BE IT RESOLVED by the C ty Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, that
the following named per ons (on the attached list) shall serve as Election
Judges for the Presiden ial Primary Election on April 7, 1992;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOl ED, that the compensation to be paid to the regular
Judges of Election be, nd the same is hereby fixed at $5.50 per hour; and the
compensation for the Ch irperson Judges is hereby fixed at $6.00 per hour.
Adopted by the Council his 4th day of March, 1992.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY lERK
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PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION, APRIL 7, 1992
ELECTION JUDGES
All PRECINCTS 0, II, III, IV, & V) FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
PRECINCT I
Jeris ~ike, Chair Nancy Taylor
Stella Casanova Ruth Hudachek
PRECINCT II
Diane A. Johnson Helen Falde, Chair
Grace Thompson Jeanette Johnson
PRECINCT I II
Mary Jo Stevensen, Chair Julie Ritzer
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Delores Swager Colleen Weiss
PRECINCT IV
Sa 11 y F ab b r i n i Bettie Berube, Chair
Harriet Arndt Marguerite Rheinberger
PRECINCT V
Eleanor Ryan Dorothy Gerson, Chair
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ALTERNATE JUDGES
PRECINCT I e
Myrtle-Seim Jeanette Nelson
Carol Roettger
PRECINCT II
Margaret Stuart Betty Burnett
Merelyn Demoski Myrna Wihren
Harriet Martin
PRECINCT III
Dorothy Benson Thelma A. lueck
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Pat Rossini Kim Weiss
PRECINCT IV
Shirley Renfrow Patricia Nelson
Colleen Chicone
PRECINCT V
Eve lyn Duncan
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NURSING HOME JUDGES
Helen Schwalen
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FR:
City Coordinator
DA:
February 28, 1992
RE:
BUILDING INSPECTOR SERVICE CONTRACT
Accompanying this memo is an agreement with Washington County to perform building
inspection services. The services would be used in the event the City did not
have other resources available if Allen was on leave or attending professional
organization workshops/functions. The hourly cost is $35. However, we
anticipate that the number of hours of service will be limited. I would
recommend approval of the agreement.
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AGREEMENT
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This Agreement is made a d entered into this ____ day of , 19__, between
The Public Health Depar ent of Washington County, hereinafter referred to as
the "County", and the Ci y of Stillwater, hereinafter referred to as the "City".
WHEREAS, the Ci t
WITNESSETH
is desirous of contracting with County for the
performance of the descr" ed building inspection functions within its boundaries;
and
WHEREAS, County agreeable and desirous of rendering such building
inspection services on he terms and conditions set forth; and
NOW, THEREFORE, i is mutually agreed as follows:
1.
functions
customarily rendered by a building official under law and shall not
include se ice normally provided by the State of Minnesota such as
issuance of electrical permits and electrical inspections.
2. All applica ions for permits which require a variance to existing
ordinances be referred to the Zoning Administrator together
with recomme dations if appropriate, for action by the City Council.
It is under tood that the primary responsibility of County is to
provide ins ection services and County may not be required to issue
permits.
County will provide plan checking service as is necessary and
according t County availability in all instances where such plan
provide building inspection services within the
the extent and in the manner set forth. e
inspection services shall only encompass duties and
the type coming within the jurisdiction of and
County, agrees
boundaries of the City
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checking is mandatory by existing laws, codes and ordinances.
County shall provide all job-site inspections of projects under
permit as requested and in accordance with existing laws, codes and
ordinances as well as all such special inspections as shall be deemed
necessary in order to insure compliance with existing laws.
5. The City shall collect, receipt for, disburse and maintain records
of all fees and charges collected which are incidental to the
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administration of the building inspection services contained herein.
II.
The parties hereto further agree as follows:
1. The City agrees that in payment for the building inspection services
contained herein, the City shall compensate County the amount of
$35.00 per hour.
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III.
The parties hereto further agree as follows:
1. The City and its officers, agents and employees, will cooperate with
and assist County in the orderly performance of the services listed
herein.
2. County shall not assume liability for any intentional or negligent
act of the City or any officer, agent or employee of the City and
the City agrees to hold the County its officers, agents and
employees, if any, harmless for any intentional or negligent act of
the City or any officer, agent or employee of the City and the City
agrees to defend and indemnify the County, it officers, agents or
employees, if any, from any claim for damages resulting from the
negligent act of the City, or any officer, agent or employee of the
City.
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3.
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hold harmless, indemnify and defend the County,
its Commissi ners, officers, employees and agents against any and
all claims, losses, damages or lawsuits for damages arising from,
allegedly a ising from or related to the provision of service
hereunder by the City.
4. This Agreeme t may be terminated by either party by giving the other
party thirty (30) days written notice of its intent to terminate the
agreement.
5. It is unders ood that this Agreement contains the entire agreement
between Cou ty and the City and that no statement, promises or
inducements ade by any party hereto, or officer, agent or employee
ty hereto which is not contained in this written
Agreement s 11 be valid or binding; and this Agreement may not be e
enlarged, mo ified or altered except in writing signed by the parties
and endorsed hereon. It is expressly understood between the parties
hereto, and this understanding shall be considered in interpreting
the provisio s of this Agreement, that upon notice given by any party
negotiations may be undertaken for the purpose of
revising, a ing to or striking any provision or provisions of this
Agreement. are mutually acceptable shall be written and
attached to this Agreement. As provided above, any such revision,
addition or eletion shall only apply to the provision revised, added
or deleted a d the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full
6.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement
as of the day, month, and year set forth in the first paragraph.
CITY OF STILLWATER
WASHINGTON COUNTY
By:
DATE:
By:
Chair, Washington County
Board of Commissioners
DATE:
BY:
Charles Swanson
County Administrator
DATE:
Recommended for action:
BY:
Mary McGlothlin, Director
Public Health Department
DATE:
APPROVED AS TO FORM
BY:
Ass't. Wash. Co. Attorney
DATE:
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REGULAR MEETING
STIllWATER CITY COUNCIL
MIN UTES
February 18, 1992
7:30 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
Present:
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Finance Director Deblon
Consulting Engineer Moore
City Planner Pung-Terwedo
Consulting Engineer VanWormer
Traffic Planner Gray
Public Works Director Junker
library Director Bertalmio
City Clerk Johnson
Press:
Julie Kink, The Courier
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
Others:
R. Kilty, Molly Shodeen, Neil Casey.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the
minutes of the Special & Regular Meetings of Jan. 21, and Regular & Recessed
Meetings of Feb. 4, 1992 as presented. (All in favor).
STAFF REPORTS
1. Public Works Director -
Award of Bid for Tractor for Parks Dept.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt
the appropriate Resolution awarding the contract for the parks tractor to
Polfus Implement in the amount of $14,700. (Resolution No. 92-23)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Repair of Manhole at Fourth and Wilkins Streets
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution accepting the proposal of C.W. Houle, Inc. in the
amount of $10,042.95 for the repair of the manhole at 4th & Wilkin Streets.
(Resolution No. 92-25)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
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2. Community Developmen Director-
Consideration of Own=rship of West Wing of Junior High Site
Motion by Councilmember Jpheim, seconded by Councilmember Funke authorizing
Staff to proceed with co tacting a consultant for a report on the condition of
the structure & estimate of the cost of repair or demolition of the west wing
of the Jr. High site. h11 in favor).
Valley Bait & Sport equest for Banners
Ms. Pung-Terwedo exp ained that the above business has requested
permission to put up a banner on April 4 & 5 and temporarily on the
opening fishing seas n weekends. She stated the present banners are
against the ordinanc at this time and businesses are allowed 30 days in
which to advertise a grand opening. Council directed this request be
forwarded to the Pla ning Commission for their recommendation.
3. Finance Director -
IRS Regulations for eimbursement Bonds
Motion by Councilmember odlovick, seconded by councilmember Opheim to adopt
the appropriate resoluti In relating to financing of certain proposed projects
by the City and establis ing compliance with IRS regulations. (Resolution No. ~
92-24) ~
Ayes - Councilmembers Bo lovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
4.
Consulting Enlineer
Repair of Aip e Lift Station
Mr. Moore explained hat he has gathered the total costs for this project,
with an outside firm to do the digging and dewatering, and also using the
Water Dept. and Publ'c Works personnel with the City acting as the general
contractor.
Motion by Councilmember unke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate Resoluti n authorizing the emergency repair of the Aiple lift
Station in an estimated mount of $50,000. (Resolution No. 92-34)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bo lovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Update on Downtown P oject
Mr. Moore reported t at the contractor is still working on the wall since
they ran into some d'fficulty, the electric on the north end is complete,
and there is tentati e pole removal next week on the north end. In the
south end, they are till working with the electricians with the
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Freighthouse being the only one connected. Discussion followed as to how
this could be accomplished more quickly and it was suggested that Mr.
Moore write a letter to business owners urging them to get their
contractors moving on this item. Mr. Moore will submit the letter for
review before sending it out.
Possible Purchase of Stand-by Generator for Lift Stations
Mr. Moore noted that the budget amount for the Aiple Lift Station repair
will be $25,000 less than previously thought and suggested that this money
be used for a portable generator for the Lift Stations. He stated this
item is required by the MWCC. Mr. Moore will review this item and bring
information back to Council.
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5. City Clerk
Changing Date of First Meeting in April
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Funke to change the
date of the first Council Meeting in April to April 8, contingent on the
Presidential Primary being held on April 7, 1992. (All in favor).
Elimination of Televising of Bridge Meeting of February 20, 1992
It was Council consensus to eliminate the televising of the meeting on the
new Bridge at Trinity Lutheran Church on February 20, 1992 due to the type
of meeting.
6. Library Director -
Possible Purchase of Computer for library
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve
the purchase of a Macintosh Classic II computer at a cost of $1,094 for the
library. (All in favor).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. This is the day and time for the continuation of the Public Hearing to
consider a Special Use Permit for construction of a boat boarding plaza
area with a Variance to the setback requirement for construction of a
boarding deck located along the St. Croix River just south of the Dock
Cafe (225 Nelson St.) in the Bluffland/Shoreland & Flood Plain Dist., Case
No. V/SUP/92-2, City of Stillwater, St. Croix Boat & Packet Co.,
Applicants.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on January 23, 1992
and mailed to affected property owners.
It was reported that a memo had been received from the St. Croix Boat and
Packet Co. requesting the continuation of this request until fall in order
to work out some of the problems with the DNR.
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Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Funke to continue
until Fall the request f the St. Croix Boat & Packet Co. for a Special Use
Permit for construction of a boat boarding plaza area with a Variance to the
setback requirement for construction of a boarding deck located along the St.
Croix River just south f the Dock Cafe (225 Nelson St.,) in the
Bluffland/Shoreland & Flood Plain Dist., Case No. V/SUP/92-2. (All in favor.)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Continuation of Sec nd Reading of an Amendment to the City Code, Chap. 30,
Garbage & Rubbish R moval.
Mr. Kriesel note t at small changes in language had been made to the
ordinance and the p ovision that would allow the City to charge $2.00 per
bag rather than pur hase a sticker for excess garbage. Council also
discussed a more de initive definition of what is reasonable for excess
garbage.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to have a
second reading and enac ment, by title, of an Ordinance Amendment to the City
Code, Chap. 30, Garbage & Rubbish Removal. (Ordinance No. 753)
Ayes - Councilmembers B dlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
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Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution to publish the Rubbish Ordinance Amendment by title
and summary in the Cityls legal newspaper. (Resolution No. 92-26)
Ayes - Councilmembers B dlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
of Amendment to the City Code setting Filin
Dates
2. Possible Second Rea
& Fees for Candidat
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick,
second reading and enac ment of an
Candidates. (Ordinance No. 754)
seconded by Councilmember Farrell to have a
Ordinance setting Filing Dates and Fees for
Ayes - Councilmembers B dlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
3. Resolution approvin publication of Ordinance No. 747, Flood Plain Overlay
Dist., by Title & S mmary.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt
the appropriate resolution for publication of Ordinance No. 747, Flood Plain
Overlay Dist. by Title Summary. (Resolution No. 92-27)
Ayes - Councilmembers B dlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
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Nays - None
4. Glen Van Wormer - Presentation of Highway 36 Traffic Study.
Glen Van Wormer and Cindy Gray, of Short-Elliott-Hendrickson, Inc., the
City's Consulting Engineers, presented a summary of the Highway 36 Traffic
Study, as it relates to the future Bridge, future land use, trip
generation and increased traffic levels of the surrounding communities of
Stillwater, Oak Park Heights and Washington Co. in the next 23 years. Mr.
Van Wormer noted that they are now putting together a report where they
are looking at all the figures of level of service and it will be sent to
the four participating agencies -- the cities of Stillwater and Oak Park
Heights, Washington Co. and Mn/DOT.
Richard Kilty, 118 W. Oak St., questioned the report in that it didnlt
tell what cars are coming from town. Ms. Gray further explained the types
of traffic growth. Mr. Kilty also asked if a traffic light will be put in
at Churchill and Greeley and this was discussed further.
David Junker, 1001 No. Fourth St., asked what would happen to the bridge
if no changes were made, and Mr. Van Wormer explained.
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Mr. Van Wormer noted the report will be completed in approximately one
week or so and will then be distributed to the four agencies.
Council recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 9:00 P.M.
Councilmember Funke left the meeting at 9:00 P.M.
5. Payment No.6, $10,192.25, to Hydrocon, Inc. for L.I. 271 & 273, Curve
Crest Blvd. & Highlands of Stillwater.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to
authorize Payment No.6, in the amount of $10,192.25, to Hydrocon, Inc. for
l.I. 271 & 273, Curve Crest Blvd. & Highlands of Stillwater. (All in favor).
NEW BUSINESS
1. Possible Adoption of Waterfront Usage Policy Statement.
Mr. Kriesel recommended this policy be adopted because of the condition of
the levee wall.
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution adopting the 1992 Interim Waterfront Usage Policy
for the City. (Resolution No. 92-28)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
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2. Excess State Ri ht-o -Way alon So. Main St.
Ms. Pung-Terwedo exp ained thlS property lS adjacent to Vittorio's
Restaurant on So. Ma'n St. and also includes a portion of sidewalk the
City improved last s mmer.
Motion by Councilmember
the City Attorney to sen
excess State Right-of-Wa
pheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick directing
a letter of interest to Mn/DOT in regard to the
along So. Main St. (All in favor).
3. Presentation of Feasibility Report for L.I. 282, Green Twi Way.
Mr. Moore presente he report for the lmprovements on thlS plat, stating
the estimated total ost is $105,200.00. The developer has waived the
public hearing requi ement. City Coordinator Kriesel recommended that the
public hearing be held in order to notify surrounding property owners of
the development.
Motion by Councilmember arrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resoluti n accepting the Feasibility Study and setting the
Improvement Hearing for arch 17 for L.I. 282, Green Twig Way. (Resolution
No. 92-29)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
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4. Accept Bids/Award C ntract for L.I. 276, Highlands of Stillwater, Phase 2.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconde by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution accepting the bid and awarding the contract to
Inland Utilities for the construction of streets & utilities for l.I. 276,
Highlands of Stillwater, Phase II at a cost of $302,577.34. (Resolution No.
92-30)
Ayes - Councilmembers B dlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to amend
the above motion to include the stipulation that the award of contract be
approved contingent on he Developer agreeing to Addendum No.1, in the
Developerls Agreement f r payment of a portion of the Park Dedication Fee
prior to Phase II.
Ayes - Councilmembers B dlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
CONSENT AGENDA
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Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
approve the Consent Agenda of February 18, 1992, including the following:
(All in favor).
1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 92-22)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
2. The following Contractorls
Attracta Sign, Inc.
7420 W. Lake St.
St. Louis Park, Mn. 55426
Specialty Contracting
Services, Inc.
11265 91st Ave. No.
Maple Grove, Mn. 55369
Licenses.
Sign Erection
Renewa 1
General Contractor
New
3. Ratification of Council Poll of Feb. 6, 1992 Regarding Change Order No.
12, for L.I. 257, Downtown Project in the amount of $47,382.00, All in
favor.
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4.
Set Public Hearin} date of March 4, 1992 for the following Planning Cases:
a. Case No. V/SUP 92-3 - Variance and Special Use Permit to construct a 22
ft. by 40 ft. warehouse/garage with a zero sideyard setback located at
204 No. Third St. in the PA, Public, Admin./Office Dist., Dennis
McKean, Secretary, Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant.
b. Case No. SV/92-4 - Request for a 5 ft. by 128 ft. Street Vacation for a
portion of Alder St. between Highway 95 and lake St. located in the RB,
Two-Family Residential Dist., Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Daniel
Challeen & Deborah Desteno, Applicants.
c. Case No. SUP/92-5 - Special Use Permit for the placement of a 4 ft.
wide, 250 ft. long, permanent dock at 2021 No. lake St. located in the
RB, Two-Family Residential Dist., Bluffland/Shoreland/Flood Plain
Dist., Marvin D. Sjobeck, Applicant.
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
Governor Carlson1s Letter Regarding Shortfall in State Revenues
Mayor Abrahamson suggested the Council forward a letter to the Governor
regarding their concerns on the State budget. Mayor Abrahamson stated he
would draft the letter. City Coordinator Kriesel suggested he include
that the State should not enact legislation that will cost the cities
extra funds.
COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS
1. John Gohmann, Minn. Commercial Railway Co. - Regarding extension of train
track on BN leased property.
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Council noted
2. Rodney L. Stivland, arbor Shelter & Counselin Center - Request to chan e
Terminolo y in Speci 1 Use Permit for Group Home, 310 Myrtle St.
Motion by Councilmember arrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovlck to change
Condition No.1 in the S ecial Use Permit for Rodney L. Stivland for
conducting a shelter pro ram at 310 Myrtle St. to read "1. .....is a duly
licensed residential facility within the meaning of Rule 5 of the Rules of
Minn. Dept. of Public Welfare". (All in favor).
3. Remi Huyen, Circle A ventures - Request for Assistance in Bicyclin Tour
for Inner-Clty Youth.
Council directed tha this letter should be forwarded to the Chamber of
Commerce and Police hief.
4. Anita Buck, Stillwat r Sesquicentennial Committee - Scope & Procedures for
implementing celebra ion.
City Planner Pung-Te wedo is working with Ms. Buck on this celebration.
5.
6.
Clinton LaRue, H.M.
So. Main St., south
Council referred thi
review and recommend
7. Charles Weaver, MWCC
Council noted this 1
myth Co. Inc. - Concerns regardin
f Chestnut St.
letter to the Parking Task Force
tion on signage in the Downtown.
Parking Ticket on
Committee for their
to City of $16,826.
8. Julie Lassonde, Adju.ter, GAB - Denyin payment to Lisa Cover for damaged
tire.
Council noted this 1
9. Julie lassonde, Adju
for claim of Michael
Motion y Councilmember
$208.55 to GAB Business
for the Michael & Judy H
of Claim and Reimbursement to GAB
by Councilmember Farrell to pay
portion of payment
(All in favor).
STAFF REPORTS (Continued
1. City Coordinator
DNR Grant Assistance for Plantin
Trees
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Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell
authorizing permission to submit a grant application to the DNR for assistance
in the purchase of approximately 110 trees. (All in favor).
Council Team Building Workshop
Council will meet on either March 28, or as an alternative, April 4, 1992
to hold a Team Building Workshop.
Temporary Employment of Glen Buzzell for Building Inspection Services
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution authorizing a contract for building inspection
services with Glen Buzzell, on a temporary basis, not to exceed 120 days, at
$10.00 per hour. (Resolution No. 92-31)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
2. City Attorney -
Deed of Conveyance for Armory Property
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving a Deed of Conveyance, as it relates to
land for the Armory, and authorizing the Mayor and ClerK to sign. (Resolution
No. 92-32)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Notice of Termination for Stillwater Yacht Club
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution authorizing a Notice of Termination be sent to the
Stillwater Yacht Club for the two leases they have for City property; and
authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign said notices. (Resolution No. 92-33)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
adjourn the meeting to Executive Session at 9:53 P.M. (All in favor).
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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Resolutions:
No. 92-22 - Directing P yment of Bills.
No. 92-23 - Award of Co tract to Polfus Implement for Parks Tractor.
No. 92-24 - Financing 0 Certain Projects & Establishing Compliance with IRS
Regulations.
No. 92-25 - Award of Co tract to C.W. Houle for 4th & Wilkin Sts. Manhole
Repair.
No. 92-26 - Publishing f Garbage Ordinance No. 753 by Title & Summary.
No. 92-27 - Publishing f Floodplain Ordinance No. 747 by Title & Summary.
No. 92-28 - Adopting Wa erfront Usage Policy.
No. 92-29 - Accepting F asibility Study & Ordering Improvement Hearing on l.I.
282, Green Twig Way, for March 17, 1992.
No. 92-30 - Award of Co tract to Inland Utilities for Highlands, Phase 2, l.I.
276.
No. 92-31 - Approving C ntract with Glen Buzzell for Building Inspector
Services.
No. 92-32 - Authorizing Deed of Conveyance for Armory Property & Mayor & Clerk
to sign.
No. 92-33 - Notice of T rmination Lease for Stillwater Yacht Club.
No. 92-34 - Authorizing Repair of Aiple lift Station.
Ordinances:
No. 753 - Amendment to hap. 30 for Garbage & Rubbish Removal.
No. 754 - Setting dates for Filing & Establishing Filing Fees for City
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Wally Abrahamson
Mayor Stillwater Minnesota
City Hall
216 North 4th
Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082
Feb. 12, 1992
Dear Mayor Abrahamson,
I am pleased to be intouch with you again to promote the
accomplishemnts of some of the young people in your community.
Greg Johnson was in the seventh grade at Stillwater Junior
High School when you presented him with his Link-Up graduation
certificate. Greg is now a senior at the High School.
This past summer Greg and several of his friends helped to put
together a promotional video on Link-Up. The video has been
used around the country to help other teens gain an understanding
about the benefits of peer helping and the Link-Up program. As a
result of this effort, Govenor Carlson presented Greg with a
commendation.
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In April, Greg has been invited to speak-at the American Association
of Suicidology 25th Conference in Chicago. The conference is an
inter national gathering of experts from many fields who deal with
this critical issue. Greg will be presenting information on the
benefits of peer helper programs, and Link-Up in particualr, in
helping to curb the rise in teen suicides. This is the second
time in the organizations twenty five year history that a young
person has been asked to make a presentation. The first time was
when Link-Up was presented to the A.A.S.
Link-Up has been selected as a National Model Program and has been
utilized in schools acrossed the country since 1985.
It has been the efforts of the young people involved that has made
Link-Up successful.
Greg Johnson, along with Scott O'Connell, John Yaeger, and Tracy
Calverley have helped to reached countless other teens "at risk"
through the "Realize Your Dreams" video. The video has been
displayed at numerous national conferences and viewed by thousands
of professionals as well as students.
Beyond the efforts in the producing of the video, these young people
took time out of their summer vacation to help other youngsters
through their efforts with Link-Up. This kind of citizenship merits
our attention and praise at a time when the media is full of news
of a more negative content. -
~ I appreciate your consideration in helping to recognize these efforts.
You suggested the possibility of a proclaimation. Anything you can
do would be appreciated. As I mention,.we would like to include the
media. So if you would contact me and let me know your interests
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I would appreciate i. If you would be will to als~ write
letters of commedati n for Tracy, John, and Scott, I think it
would be fitting to Iso recognize their efforts.
I am enclosing mater'al on, Link-Up and a copy of the letter that
you provided to the oungsters in the Junior High School Link-Up.
We are hoping to put
weeks. I hope that
to make the presenta
allow for the parent
this recognition together in the next two
e can find a time that would allow for you
ions at the High School, and that would also
to attend.
If Tuesday or Thursd y during the day time is a possibility, that
would fit best with he students schedule, and allow for partici-
pation of at least s me of the parents.
I would appreciate i if you could get back to me at your
earliest convenience regarding your interest in this project.
I appreciate your av ilability to my request and your generosity 4It
in once again recognizing the efforts of young people in your
community.
I will look forward 0 hearing from you in this matter.
Tel.No.
(A.H.Wilder Foundation)
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WHBREAS :
Link-Up participants provide a networking base of peer helpers around the
State of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS :
Hundreds of young Minnesotans are serving their communities in a variety of
peer helping roles; and
WHBREAS :
Link-Up peer helpers are operating around the State; and
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WHEREAS:
The focus of Link-Up is youth helping youth to succeed in school by
building coping, networking and self-esteem skills; and
WHEREAS:
It is important that we recognize the young people who are such a
tremendous resource for the State of Minnesota in their roles as Link-Up
Peer Helpers;
NOW THBREFORE, I, ARNE H. CARLSON, Governor of the State of Minnesota, do hereby proclaim
Monday, September 9, 1991 to be .-
LIlIl!: - UP
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in Minnesota.
IN WITNBSS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand and caused the Great Seal of the State
of Minnesota to be affixed at the State
Capitol this seventeenth day of July in the
year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred
and ninety-one, and of the State the one
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LiDk-Up is a program for fRery
.tudent In our schooL It is a
ltUdent-belping-ltUdent way of
buf1tf"'g the kiD4 of school spirit that
.ets us apart from other schools.
By ourselves we caDDOt achieve
major changes In our .chool. but If
we work together, we can become
the Number ODe .cbool ill the
conntry.
It a114epe04s OIl yaG.
JOIN 1lIE TEAM
Link - Up aDd School Spirit
School Spirit begins aDd ends with
us. If we, the students aDd faculty
have the "SPIRIT' It grows aDd
prospers with us, aDd if we .it back
and expect others to have the spirit.
first. there is DOGe.
This is )JSt ODe way for you to let
involved In buUd"-g School Spirit.
Link-Up is a program that helps
students to help students. It is your
chance to let directly involved ill
helping each other.
By t..m-.g a tittle time GUt of your
schedule to attend training meetiDp
OIlce a week for a few weeks, you
can learn to help other students
become more iDvoJved in our schooL
YOUR involvement can help to make
that difference.
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elping ltUdents In the Couotry -
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11fINKING!!!
d\intr"'g about letting involved
.chool spirit won't make it
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Ie In student lea4enhip.
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eat school for all of us.
N 11fINKING IS NOT ENOUGH
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Program Dex:1ptioc.: This is 3. school-based pe~r support group fer at-risk st'..ldents. Ta.e focus
is ~er.he!ping and peer friendship; the goal of the 9rogram is ::lec .0 build junior cour.selors bt.:.:
to help youngsters establish :;~nds and to ideniliy resources that are available when a ::-ie:::d
needs more help or has proble:ns that need adult intervention. Link-Up builds sk:ill.s 1.."1 :b.ree
areas :'1at are cowmonl"f lacki.'1g i!::long hig..'l risk yout.": peer support, coping skills, and s.:~-
esteem.
Exposure: The number or traini.."1g sessioc..s is five at the senior high level and four at the iu~.ior .
high level. The extra session in high school is used to identify resources outside the school
set:ing, while at the junior high level emphasis is on in-school resources only.
Tne initial training for setting the program in place includes training ~p to sixteen youth and oce
adult facilitatoJ. Tne facilitator will complete fou: to five sessions and be able to facUitate :.,"e
program after this initial training.
Coverage: Several thousand adolescencs in nine ~esota cities had participated by 1989.
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Contentlropic:s: Many of the topics covered in the training are geared to help the pardcipantS in
the group get to know each other. Tne group is taught how to give support to each ocher ':y
listening, caring and providing friendship; they need to develop healthy self concepts, enha..-:c:
their seIf-esteec through positive peer suppor"'~ develop COphig skills, and ta learn hew::::
commurJcate effec:ively with their \:leers a.id :ao.ily. Tilev need 3UCOOr. :ron:! their oeers, f~-:~'''.
teachers, and ochers, and to learn how ta ask: far help whe:l che.y need it. TQ.~ prag:'~ ~
designed to provice on-gOL.ig :'einferc:~e:lt fer the youth.
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ReferraJlSe!ection Procedu.-e.: Youths at the junior high level are selected for participation in
Link-Up by the school staff u consultation with the Link-Up advocate. The class is sele~ed ~o
include a balance of both rug!' academic achievers and these who are not doing as well in sc:.ooL
The senior high participa.'lts a e seif-seleC"'.i.'lg a.."ld are :eC!".tited during lunch periods whe:l :hey
can sign up or th.ey m.ay be ref ;red by school ccUllSClors. teachers. or other school personneL
Evaluation: Students are tes ed at the beginning and the end of each program segment and at
the beginning and end of sc 001 quarters (trimesters)_ Tes~g is done using an ~tn!.In~nt
specifically designed for LiIU -Up th~t ~rs self-esteem, copmg s~ and netwarlCl.I1~ skills.
The test measures the stUdeD 's self Lmage, and aow the student perceIVes that others Vlew the
student.
Findings/Resu1~ Ai:1. averag~ of at least 84% of the students have shown improvement in at
least two of the three tested areas. Students who attend I.ink-Up on a regular basis have
I improved t..~eir acade:nic perf< rm~iC:: and improved their attendanc::, too.
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Tne University of ~'I1esota iid an independent study of risk:: factors among junior and senior
high school students througho ..t the State of Ylinnesota. Tne study covered a five year time span
that coincided with the pilot t sts of the lin.\c-Up Program at Patrick: Henry Senior High S<:hool
and at F:ar.klin Junior High chcql. Tne results available for the high school indicated a 6i%
decrea~ in suicide risk:: amo g the student populatio[l.. The Link-Up program was the only
significant change in st'..Ldent a~ivities available in the school during this period. Results for the
junior high school are not yet c vailabh:.
Data Available: Data were I aintained on pilot program students for five years. Individual
schools may collect data for enended periods based on the availability and willingness of
students to complete data.
Special Population Outreach: The Link-Up program is especially designed to provide easY
acc.esa and aggressive outreach to high risk youngstcr!. It addresses the needs of gay and lesbian
youth, youth who are consid~red "near drop-out", and it reaches those students who are
perceived as "mo,t popular" b) others, but are sclf-identifyini as lonely and isolated..
The program has ~en effectiv in tew..ng down racial barriers in schools experiencing tensions
in this area of conc:rn. The ~ rogram ha, also proven invaluable in transitioning new st'.tde:1Cs
into the school envUonment and in helping students who have been absent ~cause of CD.
treatment or other diifiC'J.lt situ clans.
Related Components: None
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DON L. KEYS, Ph.D
LINK-UP
518 S. Saratoga A~.enue
St. Paul, MN SS 116
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All rights to the program model
clestribed herein and the "Link-Up.
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The Link-Up Program was designed to meet the special challenges that face today's
adolescents. The edu~tional institutions serving youngsters in the 1980's and e
1990's are challenged tol-ensure equal access to an excellent educational program
in an intergrated en vi nment so that students are challenged to reach their
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highest intellectual pote tisl- (Mission Statement of the Minneapolis Public Schools).
This concept reflects t attitude and commitment of not only the Minneapolis
school system, but .Iso the goals of educational systems throughout the state
and nation. It identifies not ~nly the concern for educational' excellence in academic
areas. but also for the .ncreased quality of the environment in which those academics
are taught. The educa ors of today and tomorrow Inust continually address the
needs and uniqueness 0 each student while serving the demands of an increasingly
complex system. These aspirations and goals would sum up the situation most
parents would hope are avaiable to their children. However, something has gone
terribly wrong in the w rid of the contemporary adolescent.
Ten million young peopl have dropped out of high school since 1975. The cost
to the government is es imated at twenty billion dollars every year. Eighty-one
per cent of our prison pulaUon are dropouts (Data released by the National
Generation at Risk Bull tin). In 1981, the Minnesota C.E. T .A. Office published
a report Secondar Sch I Dro ut. ,The report concluded that dropouts faced
higher rates of chemical abuse. adolescent pregnancy. and unemployment. Those
youth who were fortuna e in finding employment were paid lower rates than those
who went on to complet high school. Youngsters that dropped out of school were
also found in those gro ps of youngsters that were at high risk for suicide.
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Out of twelve million t nage girls in America. 680.000 will have babies this year.
One half of all welfare yments go to women who. gave birth while In their teens.
Within two years~ thirty per cent of teen mothers will have a second baby (Data
released by the National Cenera~ion at Risk Bulletin). The'suicidal risk factor
for teens caught in this situation is currently under investigation by leading experts
In the field of adolescen suicides.
No aClolescent problem nfronting families and communJties today Is more agonizing
nor more devastating t n suicide. This year alone: over 500.000 adolescents
will attempt to take thei ,own lives. over 5.000 will succeed. and these will only
reflect numbers of docu ented attempts and completions (Data released by the e
National Generation at Risk Bulletin). Researchers into adolescent suicides and
attempted suicides know that the number of reported attempts and suicides Is much
lower than the actual n mber of attempts and completions.
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The University of Minnesota Adolescent Health Program released a report in_
the Fall of 1987. The report on their findings of a study involving 36,284 Minnesota
youth in grades seven through twelve provided the following alarming results:
RESPONSES FROM: (Reported i~ per cent of all students responding.)
METRO OUTSTATE
In the past InOnth, have you felt:
Extreme stress and stra in. .. . .. .. . .. 27 . 3
Dissatisfied with Personal life...... .22.'
Life was uninteresting............. 19.8
l)ep~e5sed......................... 17.6
Ma les
Fema les
Me les
Fema les
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25.2
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21.1
22.5
21.9
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17.8
23.7
22.7
22.7
18.9
In the past InOnth:
I have thoughts about killing my-
self, but would not do so........ 17.' 28.5 12.5 24.3
I would like to kill myself......... 1.7 2.9 1.8 3.4
I would kill myself if I had the
chance........................... 2.0 1.6 2.3 1.6
Attempted suicide in the past year. 3.1 &.6 2.3 5.6
Attempted suicide more than a year
ago. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '.6 I.' 2.6 7.6
The youngsters in these risk groups (dropouts, early-life pregnancies, and
e adolescent suicides), have three things in common: LOW SELF-ESTEEM, POOR
LIFE COPING SKILLS, and a LACK OF A PEER SUPPORT -NETWORK. These
same elements are common in the profiles of youngsters struggling with chemical
abuse' and addiction.
Sutdents who are potential dropouts tend to follow certain patterns in schools,
usually from an early age. They tend to have high levels of absenteeism and
poor grades. Potential dropouts generally view school in a negative way, have
few positive peer interactions, poor co~munication skills, low self-esteem, lack
of support networks, and have, been behavior probelms in school. On a national
level, suicide rates for youngsters with these characterisitcs have increased
over 300% in recent years. (The number of adolescent suicides continue to rise
despite the data that there are fewer youngsters in this age group.)
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The problems associated with adolescent suicide are not confined to inner-city
school districts. The suicides In Marshall, Minnesota, Roseville, Blaine and
elsewhere only illustrate the need to address this problem in an aggressive effort
In all areas. Students who are at risk of becoming school dropouts because of
low academic achievement are not the only youth at risk.
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Students who are high a!chievers are also at risk. They face pressure to constantly
achieve high goals. TJse youth are often in friendships that are competitive and e
leave little room for the youngster to make errors or fail, adding increased pressure
to an already'stressful ituation. Those students who face choices related to college
and the thoughts of goi g onto another four years of unending stress often feel
overwhelmed and see sui ide as the only alternative left to them that will end the
pressure to cons~ntly more than the individual can accomplish.
Students who enter a sc I after the September opening often find it more difficult
to establish peer suppor. Friendships are already established, and it is hard to
break into established g oups. .The same dilemma faces youth who are entering
a new school, or, a sc I for their seventh and eighth grades have to adjust to
two new schools during tressful period.s of development that involve numerous
physical and psychologi I changes. Each time these youngsters establish peer
support networks, or co e close to that goal, they are moved into 8 new setting
that disrupts the peer nding that they have been able to develop. Those students
that have good coping s ills, have a positive self-image, and are able to establish
friends easily- will face inimal problems in the transition. High risk youth, on-the-
other-hand, will find t changes extremely devastating.
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These youngsters need n opportunity to develop healthy self concepts. They need
a chance to enhance the r self-esteem through positive peer support and self enriching
experiences. They nee to learn how to communicate effectively with their peers,
family, and other people that they encounter in their daily lives. They need support
from their peers, family teachers, and other they rely on as they grow, In order
to develop a healthy out ook on school and society In general. They also need to
develop these skills in 0 der to survive the rigors of adolescence. The resources
available to these youth are limited. Often, these high risk youngsters need services
that the school is unabl to provide because of lack of funding, staff, and because
programs to deal with t ir problems are' non-existent. These youth need opport-
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unities to interact with heir peers in non-tf:lreatening environments. They need
to learn how to ask for Ip when they need it. They need to learn how they can
be contributing members of society. They youngsters need to learn coping skills
that will help them solv their dialy problems. High risk youth need to learn to
communicate their feelin They need to understand how to establish friendships.
High risk adolescents d to learn how to Identify their own worth and how they
fit into the broader sco of society.
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. -r:hese youngsters need the opportunity to interact with other .youth in order to
build the various skills that will ensure their normal development as well as their
survival in an increasingfy complex society.
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The Link-Up Program targets adolescents who are considered .at risk". Unfortu-
nately, there is no test that can be given that will identify those youth who will
-attempt to kill themselves or that will eventaully take their own Jives. It is clear
however, that youth who are from the high achievers group ,and the low achievers
group are JOOst at r~sk. These youth ten to lack peer support groups, or when
a group does exist, they are often unable to Identify peer they would call close
'friends. They often involve themselves in numerous school activities and athletic
sports, or ~ey have no involvement in extracurricular activities. Those youth who
have no peer group support often sit alone during school lunch periods, and when
croweded school conditions do not permit sitting alone, the youngster will still
describe himself/herself as sitting alone.
,Link-Up is a copyrighted program that began in the fall of 1985. It was origina lIy
called a "peer counseling" program. The training which consisted ot twelve training
sessions, each lasting for one hour, was held at a site away from the schools involved.
(Franklin Junior High School and Patrick Henry Senior High School were chosen
e to be the pilot program schools).
The early model of the program met with much resistence. The parents were re-
luctant to _ have their children involved in a program that they felt might identify
them as needing .counseling" or therapy as they interpreted the program. Youth
were concerned that they might be identified as being involved in treatment. The
schools were hesitant, although supportive, in having youngster involved In
"counseling. that might be, more than they were trained or capable of handling.
The name was changed to .Unk-Up. to denote more of what the program was really
concerned with accomplishing. The focus for peer-helping and peer-friendship were
reemphasized in the materials promoting the program. It was made clear that the
goal of the program was not to build 'junior counselors' but to help youngsters
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more help or has problems that need adult intervention.
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The program was moved into the schools and trair:dng was held in classroom right
after school. This eliminated the amount of traveling the youth had to do when
training was held off site. It .Iso gave access to use after-school activities buses
provided by the school.
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The number of training ~essions were pared down tofive at the senior high level
and four at the junior hr-. h level. (The extra session at the senior high level
was used in identifying esources outside of the schOol setting, while at the junior
high level emphasis is 0 in-school resources only). Each week the youth are
taught skills that will he P to build self-esteem, prov~de peer support networking,
and teach life coping ski Is, those elements that 'high risk' 'youth need to know
in order to deal with the f;Omplex challenges that face today's adolescents.
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The youth who participa e in Link-Up are selected differently in the high school
than those in the junior igh school. Those in the junior high school are selected
by the school staff in co sultation with the Link-Up advocate. The class is selected
to include a balance of th high academic achievers, and youth who are not
doing as well in school. The senior high youth are self selecting. They are
recruited at school durin lunch periods. the youth sign up to be in Link-Up
on their own. Once a Ii t is compiled the list is gone over by the Link-Up advocate
and school personnel to ke sure there is a good mix of youth the same as in
tt~e junior high selection (The process varies somewhat in schools that have
opted to implement Link- p during school hours.) The two pilot schools were
selected in part because the junior high students at Franklin may eventually go
to Patrick Henry, makin a transition period much easier for these youth.
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Many of the things that re covered in the training are geared to 'help the parti-
cipants in the group to et to know each other. The networking begins with these
young people and will ca ry over to those they reach out to in the school. The
group is taught how to ive support to each otherby listening, caring and providing
friendship. They are asked to become familiar with resources available to young
people, so that if a yout needs adult intervention or expert help in a given area
,the youth can direct tha person to an appropriate resource. If they are not sure
what to do with the per they are encouraged to, seek help from other youth in
the group, and to call 0 the ,Link-Up advocate. The emphasis is on .we, !!!:!! me"
when it comes to helping each other.
,After each training sess n, participants are given. training card identifying the
skills that are accomplis d through the activities Jor that session. The popularity
of these cards is an Indi tion of their importance to the youth. They view the
cards as a sign of imme iate reward for doing II good job. It is Important to note
that for some of the you h this may be the first tangible indication that they are
doing a task that is mea ingful and appreciated.
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If the youngster completes all of the training sessions, they are given.. member-
ship card and a certificate of completion. The program is designed to provide on-
going ~inforcement for the youth that will identify them as important and worth-
. while people. The cards and other recognition help to accomplish that goal. All
of the cities that have Link-Up have run articles on the program to help rcognize
the youth, and the Mayor. of each city has also ,written a congratulatory letter to
-participants. The Governor, has also written letters commending students who con-
tinue to help others through Link-Up beyond their training period.
The youth who complete thetraining are used in several ways in school. They may
be asked to show a young person who Is new to the school, to their classes, or asked
to heiR the new student get acquainted with other youngsters in the school. They
may be asked to sit next to a student who is isolated or who is not fitting into a
particular classroom. But anast important, the youth who complete the program are
asked to continue networking and reaching out to other youth 50 that there is a
strong commitment of young people helping other young people.
It is important to mention that some youth may come to the training and then miss
a training session. They can come back in anothergroup and pick up the session
they missed in order to complete their training and to graduate from the program.
It is important not to let the absence prevent the youth from participation in Link-
Up,. It is also important to keep in mind that for some youth the youth that they
go through the trainingwith may be their only support network among their peers,
so it is important to provide opportunities for that group to get together period-
ically, whether it is through continued training involvement, meeting over lun~h,
or just setting up times for reunion of that group (this is particularly important
for the schools that run the training during the school day). Some of the youth
may not be outgoing enough to do much outreach even after training, it is important
that they are still able to have contact with their Link-Up group.
The Link-Up program is a worthwhile move in the direction of helping young people
to come a strong part of building their o~n community into an integral part of the
broader community _ There is a lot of media coverage and discussion about the young
people who are into trouble causing behavior_The students who participate and
complete Link-Up training are doing much to help build a better community, . strong
positive image of carir:ag, and a better social setting_
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provide to high risk youth and to their peers, but it is a service that in the long
run will prove to have been instrumental in helping young people achieve the dreams
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that otherwise lIlight ha e been lost because the youth had no friends, no support,
or no way to cope with he stresses that adolescents deal with on a daily basis. e
Link-Up began in one ighborhood with two schools. The demand for the program
has grown and it sprea to five other cities in the first three years. The growth
. of the program and the support it .....s received from the schools that are using
Link-Up only emphasize the great need among our young people for this type ,of
intervention.
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FOR JUNIOR ANn SENIOR IUGH SCHOOLS
The numbers of adolescent suicides in the United States continues to be an
ongoing crisis in our schools. The data relating to adolescent suicides, or
suicides in general, is difficult to obtain. In fact, this is due to the
societal reaction to this problem. Briefly reviewing the history of how
suicide has been treated in the past will make evident some of the current
prob 1 ems.
In recent years, the research has been much more informative and helpful. We
are now able to generalize some early warning signs, risk factors, and causes
leading up to adolescent suicides. We are not able to predict with accuracy
future attempters or completers.
The profile for -at risk youth,- coupled with the turbulence of adolescence
often make this entire population appear to be at risk.
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One of the key elements in the chain of events leading to a suicide is the
interaction of the victim with his/her peers. Consequently, a key in the
resolution of this problem ought to be the implementation of a process that
includes these same peers. Link-Up is a school based program that employs
peers in helping peers. The link-Up Program utilizes -high riska youth peer
helpers in their school. These high risk youth, coming from both high
academically achieving and low aChieving groups, are taught skills that will
help them to cope with problems, build their self-esteem, and establish a
strong peer supportive network of friends.
The program has been in operation since the 1985-86 school year ana is
currently operating in seven Minnesota School districts, in both urban and
rural settings. The training is held either during or after school depending
on the preference of the school district.
There are five training sessions at the senior high level and four at the
junior high level. The fifth session that is only offered to senior high
school youth involves making referrals outside of the school setting. The
junior high school students are taught to make all referrals within the school
setting.
The students in the program are selected in a number of ways. They may be
identified by the link-Up Coordinator who observes the student's interaction
in the lunchroom or other settings. The classroom teachers may refer a
student, as well as referrals from other school personnel. Or, students may
refer themselves or someone they know. Usually the students have displayed
poor social skills, isolate themselves, or seem to be having trouble adjusting
to the school's environment. Other students may appear to be very popular and
outgOing. However, when asked to identify close friends they are unable to
name individuals that they would consider close to them. (Note: some
students may claim to have hundreds of friends, and outwardly it appears that
many students do like this individual, but the -at risk- youth often will not
identify any of these people as their own close friend.)
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~ The motivation to mix high achievers with low achievers is twofold. First. it
eliminates competition - n ither group feels the need to compete. Secondly.
it avoids stigmatizing the program as a resource for only .top students. or
for only .bad students.M here is a natural base for these students to bond
in that neither has much t offer each other in the early stages except
friendship. The high achi ver often has little interest in competing. '
(Note: it is often the co petitive pressure that creates a lack of support
for the high achiever who eels that they must always do better in order to be
accepted.)
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The Link-Up Program provid s ongoing opportunities for recognition that helps
promote positive self-imag s. Each week the students receive achievement
cards and a certificate of graduation upon completion of the program. They
Mayors of the youths' citi s also provide letters of congratulations for the
_ youth's role as a peer hel ere
Researchers have shown tha youth who complete suicide often contacted a peer
preceding the suicide. Th y also have shown that Mat risk" youth often are
lacking in three areas: c ping skills. self-esteem. and positive peer
support. Link-Up can addr ss these issues in the school setting, not only by
training the students Mat iskM but by then utilizing these youngsters in
reaching out to other stud nts who are lonely, isolated. or just having a
difficult time making frie ds in school. Link-Up provides an important "Link't
in the chain of events tha can impact on reducing the numbers of adolescent
suicides and at the same t me provide a valuable tool for the school in
reaching students that are Mat risk" in their student population.
Link-Up is adaptable to ma y situations. It is also a means to establish
youth in alternative care ituations into mainstream participation.
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Don L Keys, M..A.
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Saint Paul, MN 55 16
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PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW
CASE NO. SUP/92-5
Planning Commission Meeting:
February 10, 1992
Project location: 2021 North lake Street
Comprehensive Plan District: Two Family Residential
Zoning District: RB and Flood Plain/Shoreland/Bluffland
Ownerls Name: Marvin Sjobeck
Type of Application: Special Use Permit
Project Description:
A Special Use Permit for the placement of a 4 ft. by 250 ft. dock off a
residential property.
Discussion
The request is to place a 4 ft. wide~ 250 ft. long, residential dock between
Rumpf1s Marina and Wolf Marina. This dock is proposed to be used to dock the
property owner/residents two boats.
The City Flood Plain Ordinance requires a Special Use Permit for this type of
use in the Riverway District. DNR also requires a Protected Waters Permit.
This Special Use Permit request will be the local government review for the
permit.
The dock proposed will be shorter than the two adjacent docks at Rumpf1s and
Wolfls Marinas.
The water is shallow in this area requiring the 250 ft. dock length. As stated
in the application, the dock is for the use of the owner/resident - two boats
only.
Recommendation: Approval.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The dock shall not be covered or have covered slips.
2. Any lighting shall be directed down and the light source not visible
from the river channel.
3. A DNR Protected Waters Permit and Corp. of Engineers Permit shall be
obtained before dock construction.
4. No alteration to the river bank shall be made~ including construction
o f s t r u c t u res 0 r rem 0 val 0 f v e get a t ion .
5. The residentls/ownerls two boats may be kept at the dock.
ATTACHMENT: Application.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
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Street Location of Property:
2021 North Lake Street
I . .' f P Lot One (l) Block fifty-two (52), Car Ii (, Schulenburg's
Loga Doscnpllon 0 roport l ________________________________________
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Applicant (if other than OWJl r): Name ____:-____________________________
Address __________ ___________________ Phone: _______________
Type of Request:'
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--x- Spo ial Use Permit
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___ Approval of Preliminary Plat
___ Approval of Final Plat
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~ Req est construction of a permanent floating wood dock
Description 01 Request: ____ _________________________________________
from my property on Lake St Croix River (Backwater area). The dock would be four (4)
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Sig ature of Applicantv4~JL;:..__ ____
Date of Public Hearing: _____________________________________________
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2. Location of roposed structure on lot.
3. Dimensions 0 iront and side set-backs.
4. Dimensions i proposed structure.
5. Street names
6. Location of djacent existing buildings,
7. Other inform lion as may be requested.
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PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW
CASE NO. V/SUP/92-3
Planning Commission Meeting: February 10, 1992
Project location: 204 North Third Street
Comprehensive District: Public Administrative/Office
Zoning District: PA
Applicantls Name: Board of Water Commissioners
Type of Application: Variance and Special Use Permit.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
A Variance and Special Use Permit for the construction of a 44 ft. by 22 ft.
warehouse/garage on the Water Department site.
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DISCUSSION
The request is to construct a 44 ft. by 22 ft. warehouse/garage to replace the
existing Water Department garage with a zero sideyard setback. The Water
Department feels the existing garage does not meet the needs of interior
parking for trucks (the stalls are too small) and storage needs of the
facility. The garage was also built on a slab with no footings. The structure
has cracked walls and is leaning to the south.
The new garage will add two interior parking spaces. It will also provide two
outdoor parking spaces west of the structure. As stated in the attached letter
from the Water Board, the new garage will solve parking and storage problems
for many years to come.
The rear of the Water Department site where the garage will be located is all
asphalt. Drainage from the existing garage and proposed garage runs off to the
south on the Trinity Church property. It is then directed to Third Street.
There is no dedicated drainage easement on the church property for this
run-off.
On July 9, 1990, the Planning Commission reviewed the idea of a new garage. At
that meeting, the Planning Commission questioned if the existing garage had
historic merit. The Heritage Preservation Commission reviewed the proposal at
their recent meeting and has concluded the structure does contribute to the
historic significance of the Water Department site. (See attached memo from
the Heritage Preservation Commission.)
The Heritage Preservation Commission also reviewed the design of the new
structure as stated in their memo. Recommendations on the design are included
in the Conditions of Approval for this case.
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
l. The City Enginee shall review the plan for surface water drainage.
Any comments sha 1 be incorporated into these conditions.
2. The window style shall be the same as the existing garage.
3. The trim of the tructure shall be black .
4. Dormers shall be incorporated on the roof.
5. The Water Depart ent shall take pictures of the existing garage. Any
written material shall be gathered and submitted to the Water
Department file t the Stillwater Library.
6. The exit doors to the north side of the church shall be kept clean
during construct on and that shall be a provision of the contract.
ATTACHMENTS:
- Application Form a d Packet
- Memo from Heritage Preservation Commission
- letter from Dennis McKean
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Approval with removal of Condition #4.
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Street Location of Property:
204 North Third street
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O . N B02,rd of Hater Corr!"~sd oners
wner. ame ____________________~--------------------------------
Address_~Os_u~~t~_~hi~~2i~~~___________ Phona:___bJ2~~Z31_____
A'I" t(":' th .h ) N Dennis YeKe::>n Seelv
pp Icon II 0 er, an oWfier: I ame _____....__~__=______....______________
Address______________________________ Phone:_______________
Type of Request:'
___ Rezoning
_!-_ Special Use Permit
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_ __ anance
___ Approval of Preliminary Plat
___ Approval of Final Plat
~__ Other~_______________~__
D ..~ .f. R .. Demolish Exi'sting 1936 ldarehouse/Garage and
ascrIp'lon 01 equesl. _______________:-______________________________
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Signature of Appllcan,: _y~_____.,Z.L'.L.~i::._____
Data of Public Hearing: _____________________________________________
NOTE: Sketch of proposed property and structure to be drawn.on back of this form or at-
tached, showing the following:
1. North direction.
2. Location of proposed structure on lot.
3. Dimensions of front and side set-backs.
4. Dimensions of proposed structure.
5. Street names.
6. Location of adjacent existing buildings.
7. Other information as may be requested.
Approved ___ Denied ___ by 1hoPI~nning Commission on ___________ (du~e)
subject ~o the ~ollowing conditions: _________.:__________________________
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Approved ___ Denied ___ by the Council on ________________ subiect to the
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BOA'O OF ~~~~~'R~~~~ISSIONERS
STillWATER, MINNESOTA 55082
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BOARD MEMBERS: DENNIS McKEAN
DON JAHNKE, President Secretary/Manager
JOHN L JEWELL
JAMES WEAVER
February 4, 1992
Ann Pung-Terwedo-PI nner
216 N Fourth St
Stillwater Mn 55082
Re: Warehouse/Garag
Dear Ann,
We talked today of
arrived a~ a decisi
with a slightly lar
arious reasons the Board of ~ater Commissioners
n to demolish the existing garage and replace
er structure.
Original discussion~ began in 1989. A contraetor was asked to look
at the existing garbge and advise us whether this structure could be
expanded. We were a vised of some brick replacement, roof raised and e
rafters extended, footings dug and block wall needed, existing floor
removed, covered or replaced, interior walls moved, and larger door
openings cut.
At this point the verbal cost was $15,000.00 plus.
In addition the Board concluded the South retaining wall needed
attention, some windows needed replacing and noted we still had an
old building that was not in the most desirable location.
Therefore, the decision to demolish and build seemed to be the most
practical solution and would provide the Water Department with a more
useful structure for many years to come.
Sincerely"
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BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
204 NORTH THIRD STREET
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BOARD MEMBERS:
DON JAHNKE. President
JOHN L, JEWELL
JAMES WEAVER
DENNIS McKEAN
Secretary/Manager
January 15. 1992
Mayor & City Council
216 Fourth St N
Stillwater Mn 55082
Re: Warehouse/Garage
Dear Mayor & Council.
The Board of Water Commissioners have determined a need to construct
a Warehouse/Garage at 204 North Third Street.
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Initially. the Board of Water Commissioners request your approval to
demolish the existing 1936 frame structure. This structure is not of
adequate width, 8 foot doors, to accommodate trucks. Because it was
built on a slab. no footings. the floor is buckled, walls cracked and
the building is leaning South approximately six (6) inches.
The Board of Water Commissioners further request approval to construct
a slightly larger (22' x 44') building on approximately the same site,
eight (8) feet further East, than present building.
The new building will have two (2) 10' doors. 12 x 12 pitch roof and
brick faced to match existing buildings.
With this approval. we will add one (1) outside parking space and solve
our storage problem for many years to come.
p;:::J#~
Dennis McKean
Attached: Site Plan & Plans and Specifications.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: PLANNING COMMI SION
FROM: HERITAGE PRESE VATION COMMISSION
DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 19 2
SUBJECT: WATER DEPARTME T BUILDING
The Heritage Preservation Commission reviewed the garage replacement request
of the Stillwater Water epartment, Case No. V/SUP/92-3. The Commission was
concerned about the structure because of the historic significance of the
Water Department site to the City of Stillwater. The structure itself (c.a.
1936) is a simple vernacular structure built specifically for small trucks of
that period and contributes to the historic significance of the Water
Department site. The Water Department began in 1874 with C.A. Hathaway who
formed a water supply company. This company may have been the first water
supply company in the State of Minnesota. In the 1880's the Stillwater company
was developed as a thirt year franchise to the City. A 3,600 foot well was
drilled on the Water epartment site. The existing Water Department building
was reconstructed in 1891 and the garage in 1936 to support the Water ~
Department needs.
The Commission questi ned the reasons for removing the existing garage and
replacing it with a new garage only two feet wider and two feet longer. Ann
Terwedo expl ained tha the Water Board felt it would be impractical to modify
the existing structure or their needs. The Water Board was not specific on
exactly what the costs were to widen the garage doors and lengthen the
structure to adaptively reuse. Ms. Terwedo was directed to discuss the project
with Dennis McKean to nvestigate the exact reasons to demolish the structure.
The Preservation Comm ssion felt very strong about investigating the
possibilities to keep t e structure.
If keeping the structu e is not feasible, the Heritage Preservation Commission
recommends the followin design elements for the new garage as part of the
Conditions of Approval:
1. The window style shall be the same as the existing garage.
2. The trim of the tructure shall be black.
3. Dormers shall be incorporated on the roof line. (Dormers were
recommended on the garage structure built in 1989. They were not
included.)
4. The Water Depar ment shall take pictures (interior and exterior) of the ~
existing structure. Any written material shall be gathered and ~
submitted to the Water Department file at the Stillwater Library.
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CASE NO. SV/92-4
Planning Commission Meeting: February 10, 1992
Project Location: 2103 Schulenberg
Comprehensive Plan District: Residential
Applicantls Name: Daniel Challeen and Deborah DeSteno
Type of Application: Street Vacation
Discussion:
The request is to vacate the north five feet of Alder Street just west of Lake
Street. The area requested for vacation is the yard area for the residence at
2103 Schulenberg (on Alder Street). The reason for the request is that a
portion of the residence is over the street right-of-way. (See Certificate of
Survey.) The street would not be affected by the vacation and there are no
plans to widen Alder Street and use the proposed vacation area.
The vacation request has been referred to the City Utility Departments for
comment.
~ Recommendation:
Approval of vacation subject to Public Works Department, Water Department and
City Engineer's comments.
Attachment:
Certificate of Survey.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
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THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY P TITION THAT ALL THAT PORTION OF
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February 14, 1992
RE: Stillwater, Minnesota
Vacation of a Portion of Alder Street
Case No. SV /92-4
Planning Case File
Mr. Steve Russell,
Community Development Director
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Mr. Russell:
As you requested, we have reviewed the proposed vacation of a portion of Alder Street
east of T.H. 95.
The description submitted to us for review is not complete in that it does not provide
dimensions for the width and length of the proposed vacation. Therefore, our comments
and the enclosed drawing are approximations only. We scaled the drawing that was
furnished which was superimposed upon a portion of the original City plat maps. The
area to be vacated scales approximately 130' x 12'. If this portion of right-of-way is
vacated, we would recommend that a more complete description be furnished to the City
and the county.
We have superimposed the construction plans for the new highway construction onto
existing topography from the Mn/DOT set of plans for State Project No. 8210-81. This
shows the realignment of the intersection with T.H. 95 and 96 and the realignment of
Alder Street which affects the subject property. As you can see by the enclosed drawing,
the proposed vacation is necessary because a portion of the structure at 2103 Shulenberg
is actually within the City right-of-way. The enclosed drawing shows the new pavement
of T.H. 95, 96 and Alder Street in yellow. Concrete curb and gutter is shown in blue. The
new state right-of-way is shown in red. The proposed vacation is also shown in red. It
appears that Alder Street also touches the proposed vacation in the vicinity of Boom Road
abandoned.
We would recommend the vacation be approved with a proper description submitted and
we also recommend that the vacation be extended westerly to coincide with the new Mn/
DOT right-of-way. The vacated portion of Alder Street as proposed is a steep bank and
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HENDRICK50N INC
5T. PAUL,
MINNE50TA
CHIPPEWA FALLS,
WISCONSIN
Mr. Steve Russell
February 14, 1992
Page 2
not a vital area for snow st rage. The City Public Works Department should consider the
alignment of Alder Street t the easterly end of the proposed vacation since it appears to
coincide with that vacated right-of-way.
We would be pleased to re iew this with you if you feel it is necessary.
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City Engineer
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Universal Title
7777 Washington Avenue South
Edina, Minnesota 55439
attn: Ms. Ann Ophoven Peterson
Chief Title Officer
File Nos. PC91-94/A22-05343
Existing DeSteno/ Challeen Parcel Description:
TaS supPlIed bY UnIversal lltleJ
AI I that part of Lot 2 in Section 21, Township 30, Range 20, described
as follows; to-wit: Beginning on the North line of Alder Street at its
intersection with the West line of Lake Street, if extended North, thence
North on extension of said West line of Lake Street 90 feet; thence West,
parallel with Alder Street. 160 feet. thence South. parallel with said
extended West line of Lake Street. 90 feet to the North line of Alder
Street, thence East on said North line of Alder Street. 160 feet to
the place of beginning.
EXCEPTING therefrom all that part described in Doc. No. 648844.
Subject to Temporary Highway Easement described in Doc. No. 648844.
proposed Portion of Platted Alder Street to be Vacated:
All that part of platted Alder Street in the recorded plat of Carli and
Schulenburg's Addition, Washington County. Minnesota, described as
follows:
Beginning on the North line of Alder Street at its intersection
with the West line of platted Lake Street. if extended North; thence
West along said North line of Alder Street 128.00 feet; thence South.
parallel with sdid extended West line of Lake Street 5.00 feet; thence
West. parallel with said North line of Alder Street. 128.00 feet to
the intersection with said extended West line of lake Street; thence
NorUl alonq salcl extended West line of lake Street- 5.00 feet to the
point of beginning,
Parcel contains 640 square feet or 0.015 acre. more or less.
Combined Overall Parcel Description:
(Combined existing and proposed vacated street parcel)
All that part of vacated Alder Street in the recorded plat of Carli
and Schulenburg's Addition and all that part of Government lot 2 in
Section 21. Township 30 North. Range 20 West. all in Washington
County. Minnesota. described as follows:
. Beginning on the North line of said Alder Street at its intersection
with the West line of platted lake Street. if extended North. said
northerly extension hereinafter referred to as "Line A"; thence North
on extension of said "Line A" 90.00 feet; thence West parallel with
said North line of Alder Street 160.00 feet; thence South parallel with
said "line AU 90.00 feet to said North line of Alder Street; thence
East along said North line of Alder Street 32.00 feet; thence South
parallel with said "Line AU 5.00 feet; thence East parallel with said
North line of Alder Street 128.00 feet to the before described "Line
AU; thence North along said "Line AU 5.00 feet to the point of beginning.
EXCEPTING therefrom all that part described in Doc. No. 548844.
Overall parcel contains 14211 square feet or 0.33 acre. more or less.
~~Subject to Temporary Highway Easement described in Doc. No. 648844.
Notes:
Orientation of this bearing system is assumed.
Indicates 1/2" I. D. iron set marked with a plastic plug #13774.
c' Indicates iron pipe found as noted.
'(~ti'Rec." Indicates recorded value.
'~lndergrOUnd or overhead utilities on or adjacent the parcels were not
Ocated in conjunction with this survey. Contact Gopher State One
(:all at tel. (612) '454-0002 for field staking of utilities, if needed.
e.....a1Rl}elnslional offsets to structures are measured to the outside bui lding
.~.. inc. unless noted otherwise.
t80thfat existing structures do not conform to City of Stillwater
7 oot bui Iding setback requirements.
~eerenscroachment of house and other visible improvements onto platted
. . treet as shown.
hereby ,
rt certIfy that this survey, plan or
rVl~~s prepared by me or under my direct
Sur10n an~ that I am a duly Registered
SOt~~Yor under the Laws of the State of
13774
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MINUTES
Date:
February 10, 1992
Time:
7:00 p.m.
Members Present: Gerald Fontaine, Chairman
Gene Bealka, Glenna Bealka, Gary Funke,
Don Valsvik, and Darwin Wald
Steve Russell, Comm. Dev. Director
Absent: Angela Anderson, Duane Elliott, and Rob Hamlin
Chairman Fontaine called the meeting to order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Don Valsvik to approve the minutes of January 13, 1992
as submitted. Seconded by Darwin Waldo All in favor.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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1. Case No. V/SUP/92-3 - A Variance and special Use Permit to
construct a 22 foot by 44 foot warehouse/garage with a zero
sideyard setback. The site is located at 204 NorthThird Street
in the PA, Public Administrative/Office District.
Dennis McKean, secretary, Board of Water Commissioners, presented
the request. He stated that this request was given verbal
approval by the Planning Commission in 1990. The new garage will
be built on the site of the existing garage which will be taken
down.
There was discussion regarding the Heritage Preservation
Commission's recommendation to add dormers to the new structure.
Mr. McKean stated that he would prefer not to have the dormers
because of the added expense. The Board could see no reason for
recommending the dormers for a storage building/garage. Because
the existing building with dormers is being torn down, and the
original building does not have dormers, there would be no
architectural integrity.
Mr. Fontaine questioned why the new
much bigger than the existing garage.
there are reservoirs in that location,
wants to maintain the existing parking
garage is not being
Mr. McKean stated
and the Water Board
area.
built
that
also
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Don Valsvik spoke as a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church,
next door to the Water Department. He stated that the driveway on
the south side of the Water Department belongs to the church, but
is used and maintained by the Water Department. The church is not
opposed to the construction, but is concerned about drainage, and
also that the three fire doors on the north side of the church
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February 10, 1992 .
not be obstructed because there is a nursery school in the
church. !
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Eugene Holger, r~presenting Escension Episcopal Church on the
north side of the Water Department, stated that he has no
objections since the new building will be located on the same
site as the old building. He did ask if the drainage of runoff
could be improved. Mr. McKean stated that it may be possible to
divert water into, a tunnel, thereby alleviating water in the
driveway. steve R ssell stated that because the new construction
will not be increasing the amount of runoff, it would not be
appropriate to ad a condition of approval in this regard. Mr.
McKean stated tha he will work with the churches in trying to
alleviate the runoff.
Gary Funke made a motion to approve the Variance and Special Use
Permit with the conditions as recommended, eliminating Condition
No. 4 requiring dormers, and adding another condition that the
Trinity Lutheran Church fire doors be kept unobstructed by the
contractor. Darwi Wald seconded. All in favor.
- A Street Vacation for a 5 foot by 128 foot
Alder Street between Highway 95 and Lake Street in the
Family Residential District, Bluffland/Shoreland
Daniel haleen, Deborah Desteno, Applicants.
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portion of
RB, Two
District.
The applicants were not present. steve Russell explained that
the applicants are refinancing and the discrepancy was found
during a title search. The applicants will not be able to
refinance without the street vacation and a clear title. The
application has been referred to the utility department to insure
that there are no ater or sewer lines at that location.
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Motion by Gene Bealka to approve the street vacation
pending approval by the Public Works Department,
Department, and City Engineer. Seconded by Gary Funke.
favor.
request
Water
All in
3. Case No. SU
a 4 foot wide,
street.
9 -5 - A Special Use Permit for the placement of
250 foot long, permanent dock at 2021 North Lake
Marvin Sjobeck, property owner, presented the application. He
has spoken to the neighboring property owners, Wolf Marina
and Rumpf's Marina they had no objections. Mr. Sjobeck has
also applied to DNR and the Army Corps of Engineers for
approval.
There are four
was amended to
conditions of approval.
Army Corps approval.
Condo No. 3
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Motion by Gary Fun e to approve the Special Use Permit request
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February 10, 1992
with four conditions of approval as amended.
Bealka. All in favor.
Seconded by Glenna
OTHER BUSINESS
Gary Funke reported that the DNR has objected to the boat plaza
which was approved at the last meeting. Steve Russell will be
meeting with the DNR on Wednesday for further discussion.
Possible Annexation of Land
Steve Russell reported that this parcel is the only land south of
Highway 96 which is surrounded by City property. A staff report
will be presented to the Commission at the next meeting.
Update View Study
Mr. Russell asked for ideas on how to protect the views from the
river. The Commission suggested tree cutting regulations, and
design review for any development visible from the river.
update Downtown Improvements
Mr. Russell presented a report on the work completed and work yet
to be done.
Planning Workshops
Mr. Russell reported that there is money in the budget for three
Planning Commission members to attend the spring workshops.
Members were asked to inform Steve if interested in attending.
Gene Bealka stated that he would attend the Feb. 13 session.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Gene Bealka to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
Seconded by Darwin Waldo All in favor.
Submitted by:
shelly Schaubach
Recording Secretary
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~mB FLORAL LTD.
310 SOUTH MAIN STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
(612) 4,39,-,1023
Stillwater City Council
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Mr. Mayor & Council Members,
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We would like to take this time to thank you for your much
appreciated support for our parking situation on Valentine's Day.
We found it to be highly successful for our business that day and
hope to promote it next year.
It has also brought to our attention the fact that
necessary for our type of business to post a permanent
8am-7pm stall on our main street block.
it become
15 minute,
We would welcome discussion on this matter as soon as possible.
Please let us know if we can be of assistance. Thank you for
your time.
Sincerely,
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LIST OF BILLS
EXHIBIT "A" TO RESOLUTION NO. 92-35
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Bureau Criminal Apprehension
Buzzell, Glen
Capitol Communications
Central Sweeping
Courier, The
Croixside Printing
Cub Foods
DAC Industries
Deblon, Diane
Dorsey and Whitney
Ecolab Pest Elimination
Equipment Supply, Inc.
Fred's Tire Service
Glaser, Paul
Greeder Electric
J. H. Larson Electric
League Mn. Cities Insurance
Trust
Lind, Leslie & Gladys
Magnuson, David
Metropolitan Waste Control
Commission
Maintenance Engineering
Mahtomedi High School
McGarry-Kearney Agency
McGladrey & Pullen
Metropolitan Area Managers
Association
Mn. Animal Control Assn.
Minnesota Blueprint
Mn. D.O.T.
Minnesota Mayors Assn.
Motorola, Inc.
Northern States Power Co.
Norwest Commercial Insurance
Pizza Hut
River City Beverage
Schwaab, Inc.
Sellner, Joanne
Short Elliott Hendrickson
Smith Office Equipment
Sorenson, Rene
Suburban Propane
Tomahawk Live Trap Co.
Tri State Pump & Control
Twin City Suburban Conf.
Van Paper Company
WMI Services
Wybrite, Inc.
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DARE Training $
Inspection Services
Repair Pagers
Sweep Downtown
Publications
Parking Permits
Kitchen Supplies
Garbage Bags
Health Insurance
Legal Services-Oak Glen
Pest Control
Replace Bearings
2 Tires
Boiler Engineer
Services
Light Bulbs
Workers Compo Insurance
Land Purchase
Legal Services
SAC Charge-February
Light Bulbs
Gate Split
Machinery/Equipment
1991 Audit
700.00
120.00
348.40
270.00
207.75
134.00
26.00
67.25
219 . 23
1,080.15
195.00
540.54
84.00
200.00
165.00
708.70
27,637.25
927.00
6,322.60
184.87
240.00
policy5,674.00
1,200.00
Lunches
Conference-Jacobson
Envelopes/Slide Rack
Maintenance Contract
1992 Dues-Abrahamson
Service Contract
Energy Charge
Public Official Bond
Concession Supplies
Concession Supplies
Deposit Only Stamp
Ice Arena Duty
Engineering
Ribbons for Printer
Skate Instructor
Propane
2 Live Traps
Repairs-Lift Stations
Gate Split
Paper Towels
Portable Rental
Add'l. Mte. Contract
12.50
45.00
891.00
588.78
10.00
201. 90
8,300.09
100.00
148.00
418.00
26.35
47.10
14,298.51
367.50
150.00
229.86
127.46
4,182.68
2,134.00
135.00
74.00
36.00
ADDENDUM TO BILLS
Government Training S rvice
G. P. Kaske
MWCC
Chiefs Spring Conference
Assess. Refund LI265-2
Service Availability Charge
200.00
60.42
8,316.00
Adopted by the Counci this 4th day of March, 1992.
APPROVED FOR PAYMENT
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CONTRACTORS APPLICATIONS
March 4, 1992
Kraus-Anderson Construction Co. General Contractor
5300-39th Ave. So.
Minneapolis, Mn. 55417
w. Zintl, Inc. General Contractor
3030 Granada Ave. No.
Oakdale, Mn. 55128
Renewal
New
Minnesota Lawful Gambling
Premises Permit Application - Part 1 of 2
FOR BOARD USE ONLY
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INITIALS
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~ B ($250) Pull-tabs, tipboards, paddlewheels, raffles
o C ($200) Bingo only
o 0 ($150) Raffles only
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Organization base license number B -03375
Premises permit number B -0117 5-001
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Name of Organization
St. Croix Valley Hockey Association
Business Address of Organization - Street or P. 0 Box (Do not use the address of your gambling manager)
8220 Neal Avenue N.
City State
Stillwater MN
Name of chief executive officer (cannot be your gambling manager)
Mitchell T. McKenzie
Bingo Occasions
If apply1ng for a class A or C permit. fill in days and beginning & ending hours of bingo occasions:
No more than seven bingo occasions may be conducted by your oreanization per week.
Day Beglnn1ng/Ending Hours Day Beg1nn1ng/Ending Hours Day BeglnnIng lEnding Hours
Zip Code
82
County
Wash in on
Title
President
Daytime phone number
(61 4 6
Daytime phone number
( 614 430-3596
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Name of establishment where gambling will be conducted Street Address (do not use a post office box number)
Brines Restaurant & Bar 219 S. Yain Stillwater, ~m 55082
Is the premises located within city limits? ~ Yes D No If no, is township D organized D unorganized D unincorporated
City and County where gambling premises is located OR Township and County where gambling premises is located if outside of city limits
Stillwater Washington I
Name and address of legal owner of premises City State Zip Code
Lamont Brine 9110 st. Croix Trail N. Stillwater, MN 55082
Does your organization own the building where the gambling will be conducted? DYES r:::L NO
If no, attach the following: ^^
· a copy of the lease (form lG202) with terms for at least one year.
· a copy of a sketch of the floor plan with dimensions, showing what portion is being leased.
A lease and sketch are not required for Class D applications.
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132 Tamarack Ct. Stillwater, MN 55082
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Bank Na~~' ".. , .. Sa k Account Number
First State Bank of Bayport
nk Address Ity St te Ip ode
Bayport, ~finnesota 55003
Marian R. Bell
132 Tamarack Ct. Stillwater, MN
President
Mitchell McKenzie
8220 Neal Avenue N. Stillwater
Daniel Brookman
5610 Omar Avenue Stillwater ~m
Past President
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Gambling Site Authorization .1 am the chief exe utive officer of the organization;
I hereby consent that local law enforcement officers, the .1 assume full res nsibility for the fair and lawful opera-
board or agents of the board. or the commission.er ~f tion of all activities to be conducted;
revenue or public safety, or agents of the commIssIOners, .1 will familiarize m self with the laws of Minnesota
may enter the premises to enforce the law. governing lawful g mbling and rules of the board and
Bank Records Information agree, if licensed, 0 abide by those laws and rules,
The board is authorized to inspect the bank records of the including amendm nts to them;
gambling account whenever necessary to fulfill .any changes in a lication information will be submitted
requirements of current gambling rules and law. to the board and cal unit of government within 10 days
Oath of the change; an
I declare that: .1 understand that aiJure to provide required information
.1 have read this application and all information submitted or providing false r misleading information may result in
to the board is true, accurate and complete; the denial or revo ticn of the license.
.all other required information has been fully disclosed;
Signature Qf chie~. executi~e officer I
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1. The city -must sign this application if the gambling prem-
ises is located within city limits.
2. The county --AND township" must sign this application if
the gambling premises is located within a township.
3. The local unit government (city or county) must pass a
resolution specifically approving or denying this application.
Date
2/21/92
Township: By sig ature below, the township acknowledges
that the organizati n is applying for a premises permit within
township limits.
Clt - or Count--
City or County Name
Cit of Stillwater
,~ of ~:::ving application
Title
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Townshl -*
Township Name
Signature of person receiving application
I Date Received
;2. .2Y/9.,J-
Title
Date Received
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Mail to: Gambling Control Board
Rosewood Plaza South, 3rd Roor
1711 W. County Road B
Rosevllle, MN 55113
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(Rev712!l'91)
FOR BOARD USE ONLY
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Premises permit number B -0117')-002
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Name of Organization
St. Croix Valley Hockey Association
Business Address of Organization - Street or P. 0 Box (Do not use the acldress of your gambling manager)
8220 Neal Avenue N.
City State
Stillwater MN
Name of chief executive offICer (cannot be your gambling manager)
Mitchell T. McKenzie
Bingo Occasions
If applying for a class A or C permit. fill in days and beginning & ending hours ofbmgo occasions:
No more than seven bingo occasions may be conducted by your o~anizat1on per week.
Day Beg1nn1ng/Endlng Hours Day Beginning/Ending Hours Day BegfrmIng /Ending Hours
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Zip Code
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County
Washin ton
Title
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Daytime phone number
(61a 4 - 96
Daytime phone number
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Name 0 esta ishment where gamb Ing be conducted
Madcapper Saloon & Eatery
Is the premises located within city limits? IZ2I Yes 0 No If no, is township D organized CJ unorganized 0 uninCXlrporated
City and County where gambling premises is located OR Township and County where gambling premises is located if outside of city fimits
Stillwater Washington I
Name and address of legal owner of premises City
Richard & Kay Chilson 224 So. Main Stillwater
Does your organization own the building where the gambling will be CXlnducted?
If no, attach the following:
a a CtJrrt of the lease (form lG202) with terms for at least one year.
a a CXlrrt of a sketch of the floor plan with dimensions, showing what portion is being leased.
A lease and sketch are not required for Class D applications.
State
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Zip Code
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MN 55082
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Mitchell McKenzie
8220 Neal Avenue N. Stillwater
President
Daniel Brookm
Past President
flarian R. Bell
132 Tamarack Ct.
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board or agents of the board, or the commissioner of tion of all activities t be conduded;
revenue or public safety, or agents of the commissioners, _I will familiarize my If with the laws of Minnesota
may enter the premises to enforce the law. governing lawful ga bling and rules of the board and
Bank Records Information agree, if licensed, t abide by those laws and rules,
The board is authorized to inspect the bank records of the including amendme ts to them;
gambling account whenever necessary to fulfill -any changes in a lication information will be submitted
requirements of current gambling rules and law. to the board and I unit of government within 10 days
Oath of the change; and
1 declare that: -I understand that f rlure to provide required information
-I have read this application and all information submitted or providing false or misleading information may result in
to the board is true, accurate and complete; the denial or revoca ion of the license.
-all other required information has been fully disclosed;
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3. The JocaI unit government (city or county) must pass a
resolution specifICally approving or denying this application.
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D. P. MAWHORTER, POLICE CHIEF
MARCH 4, 1992
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MEMORANDUM OF RESIGNATION
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It is with great regret and excitement that I inform you that I will
be resigning as your Chief of Police effective March 20, 1992. The
reason that I am tendering my resignation is because I have accepted
. position as Police Chief for the City of Columbia Heights
innesota. My new position will afford me many new career challenges
and the chance to greatly improve my police administrative skills.
My past eight years with Stillwater have been both challenging and
insightful. I hope that I leave the department in a better condition
than I found it. Again, thank you for the past eight years.
Respectfully,
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Police Phone: 612-439-1314 or 612.439-1336
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& Associates, Ltd.
Arrorncys ar Law
February 13, 1992
City Council
City of Stillwater
City Hall
216 No. Fourth St.
stillwater, MN 55082
RE: Variance Application
Dear City Council Members:
This letter serves to request an expedited review of the Variance
Application of my clients (and folks), James and Katherine Anderson to
the City zoning ordinances governing parking with reference to the
,property located at 226 E. Myrtle Street in Stillwater.
The applicants are parties to a Purchase Agreement with the Estate of
Katherine Van Meier for the subject property, which agreement is
contingent upon City approval for the intended use of the purchaser.
The Agreement calls for a closing date of March 16, 1992.
I understand that the Planning Commission will review the Application on
March 4, 1992 and that the City could then consider the case on March
17th rather than April 7 or 8.
At this point the parties to the Agreement will have to amend the
Agreement to extend the closing date and would like to limit the amount
of additional delay pending the Variance procedures.
Yours truly,
Anderson
123 Nnnh Second Srreer, Srillwarer, MN 55082 (612) 430-0395
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TO: MARK BALAY
SIf: CASANOVA
BOB EARDLEY
JIM HUNTSMAN
DICK KILTY
PAT l>lEDBURY
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MARLENE WORKMAN
RE: FOURTH AND PINE ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY GROUP--INITIAL MEETING
Saint Mary's expects to begin construction of its new Parish Center about
April 1, 1992, which means that the house on the corner of Fifth and Pine must
be moved. A possible relocation site is the property at Fourth and Pine, and
preliminary discussions have been held with the property owner and
representatives of the City of Stillwater.
The City suggested that a "Fourth and Pine Architectural Advisory Group" be
formed to review and make recommendations concerning the exterior of the
house, the setbacks and the landscaping. We are inviting you to be a
participant in this Advisory Group.
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We expect there will be no more than two or three meetings. The first meeting
is scheduled for Wednesday, February 19, 1992 at 7:30 a.m. in the Historic
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The purpose of the group is to make recommendations assuming the house will be
moved to the Fourth and Pine location--the Architectural Advisory Group will
not deal with whether the house should or should not be moved to that location.
We hope you will agree to participate. Please call Marian Wicker at 439-5410
between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to confirm your
attendance at this initial meeting.
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Copies to: Father Vernon T. Miller, O.S.B., Saint Mary's Church
Steve Russell, City of Stillwater
The attached le ter calling for the formation of a "Fourth
and Pine Architectur 1 Group" is a joke and an insult, an attempt
to put the proverbia cart before the horse. It presumes that
the participants,in xchange for the "honor" of contributing to
the facade of the bU'lding, agree to it's placement at the corner
of Fourth and Pine. We do not agree and are damned mad at the
presumption that we hould.
Fourth and Pine is a bad corner for any structure,
commercial or reside tial, and we, the neighbors, have had many
years of experience ith both. The old church on this property
was, at the mercy of both, a miserable failure. There is no
reason to believe thlt an old house, which was once a barn for
the house to it's Ea t, would not be the same. The property
simply does not meri the investment necessary to make it
commercially feasibl .
We see the lot eficient as follows;
1) The proposedihouse requires easements at the expense of
the neighbors proper~y lines and of the required green space.
2) The corner, 6ne of the busiest in town, requires
visibility, which istihampered by any building.
3) Commercial 0 residential access to
fourth and Pine is h zardous at best.
4) As rental, i, lacks parking and aggravates the access
problem. I
5) As rental, it is subject to the same lack of maintenance
as the old church before it- a detriment to neighborhood property
values. I
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In addition we assert that it is not "St. Mary's Church"
which is asking yourlbleSsing, but Mssrs. Huelsmann, Olson and
Meisterling as busin~ssmen. We most strenuously object to their
using this lot as a ~onvenient dUmPin,g ground for their unwanted
house. The house, a ormer barn, is too large for the lot and has
no historical value side from age. Our experience with the old
church which used to' occupy that property tells us that,once
variances and permisbion are granted, the City has little or no
control over promisea improvements. It is economy which will
dictate the fate of ~he building.
We, the neighbOrS, do not again wish to be the
the economies surrou ding this lot. However, if the
used, we prefer Dick Kilty's proposal of a new home
appropriate design apd with no variances necessary.
a superior use of th~t land. In sum, we believe you
and that the one bef re you now is a bad one.
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Mayor Wally Abrahamson,
,City of Stillwater,
216 North 4th Street,
Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082
Dear Mayor Abrahamson:
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At its February meeting, the Board of Directors of the Minnesota
Transportation Museum took up the question of the operation of the
Stillwater and St. Paul Railroad for the 1992 season. The occasion
for this discussion was the recently passed Washington County
Ordinance and the consequences of that ordinance for the future
operation of the Railroad. My purpose in writing is to share that
discussion with you and the decision of OUf Board, recognizing that
the City of Stillwater has been a good friend to the Museum and the
wish on the, part of the Board to continue that friendship.
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The Minne~ota Transportation is a non profit organization. It relies
on the generosity of friends, the energy of its members, and the
support of visitors. Last year some 50,000 people came to the Lake
Harriet Trolley and another 19,000 to the Stillwater and St. Paul
Rai Iroad. These visitors provide the primary revenue source for our
operations. Without this revenue, we cannot maintain and upgrade
our track and equipment, or invest in future improvements. The
circumstances in Stillwater are especially acute. Our track, when
given to th~ Museum by the Burlington Northern Railroad, was in an
advanced state of deferred maintenance. Since then, the Museum has
invested almost $300,000 in improvements. Moreover, these
expenditure:> would likely have to continue for the nex.t several
years to fully restore the line. Because of this heavy investment in
improvements and the under capitalization of the Railroad, the
Museum Io~t money at Stillwater for the past 3 years. In 1991 this
situation was made worse by the need to retain legal counsel to
defend our right to continue operation.
It was these factors, plus the the ordinance, which occupied the
Board's deliberations. he question was, given the ordinance and its
restrictions, could the Railroad generate enough revenue to cover
expenses and continue operations? Furthermore, given the attitude
of our opponents and that of Washington County, were there any
assurances that more estrictions did not await the Railroad in the
future?
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The Board determined that the answer to both questions was no and
voted. therefore, to 8 spend all scheduled operations for the 1992
season, with the ex eption that it would honor requests from
Andersen Window C rnpany for its employee picnic and would
attempt a limited QP ration within the Stillwater City limits for
the Lumberjack Celeb ation.
The Board deeply reg ets the need for this decision and is saddened
that the Railroad will not be a part of Stillwater in 1992. We hope
that you, the Cou cil, and city staff, understand that our
determination was ade in the face of a hopeless economic
situation.
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We thank you for your support in the past and hope that we can work
with you in the future.
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cc: Board
Membership
S. Russell (Cit of Stillwater)
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statement of Dorothy M. Haas
Vernard T.. Haas
6325 st. Croix Tr. N.
Oak Park Heights, Minn.
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Re: Stillwater-Houlton st. Croix Bridge
So. Corridor
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Because of Mike Lewis's statement in the st. Paul Pioneer
Press--"Tell us what you think."--we are submitting this statement
regarding the st. Croix Bridge being Built in the Southern Corridor.
We think--the BUILD-NO-BUILD decision that is supposed to
be made after March 13, 1992, is a big joke! We are sure that
the months of task force meetings, highway meetings, traffic
counts, engineering drawings and plans by S.B.H., and the hundreds
of thousands of dollars spent on imaging the proposed bridge
were not democracy in action, but a great public relations program
put on by the Department of Transportation.
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u.s. Rep. Martin Sabo
U.S. Rep. Bruce Vento
U.S. Sen. Dave Durenburger
U.S. Sen. Paul Wellstone
r1a.yor Barbara 0 'Neal
Sec. Manual Luzon
Only Carlson, Riley, Mc Pherson, sabo, a.nd O'Neal have had the
courtesy to respond. All of their responses indicated the matter
was under study. When every aspect of the D.O.T. 's efforts
(both human and financial)to study the river crossing ha.ve been
on the South Corridor, how could there be any other site presented
to the public than the one put forth Februa.ry 20, 19927
We have written letters
Gov. Arne Carlson
Comm. John Riley
Rep. Harriet Mc Pherson
Sen. Gary Laidig
U.S. Rep. Gerry Sikorski
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In" August, the Oak Park Heights City Council voted to endorse
the Central Corridor. The r1a.yor and a Council Member have been
a part of your task force. They've taken "heat" from Oak Park
Heights residents of Sunnyside because of their ineffectiveness
in not supporting their endorsement stand. How could they be
effective when all the money and effort expended by Mn.DOT has
been for building the bridge in the southern corridor?
We have read a communication from r1n.DOT to Chris White of
the Stillwater Chamber of dommerce dated October 16, 1991, that
states why the Central Corridor was not selected over the South
Corridor. This is very interesting, since, in May, 1991, Mr.
Lewis and his cohorts were already leading a pier picking party
for the south corridor at the Stillwater High School.
These task force meetings you've been holding--the publicity
about them the news media has printed--would all lead the public
to believe th8t the valley residents have reached consensus. As
I stated in a recent "Letter to the Editor"--the better word is
"acquiese"--(Webster definition: COMPLY PASSIVELY.)
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I've read and heard
because of Workmen'
be a greater ch8nce
neighboring state.
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ld decision by the commissioners this spring--
ok" that it will be a Build decision. I'll
t or any negative statement won't make one
the two transportation commissioners.
sioner hasn't been around very long but with
und, it's not hard to imagine-the outcome.
Wisconsin is attracting business from Minnesota
compo and tax breaks, and now there'll even
for a better business climate in our
you what we think!
Dorothy M. Haas
Vernard T. Haas
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",' 619 SECOND STREET, HUDSON, WISCONSIN 54016-1576 ~
Serving Our Sponsor States on the St Croix '. .....
and Mississippi Rivers since 1965 Wisconsin Telephone
(715) 386-9444
einnesota Telephone
(612) 436-7131
Office Hours: 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. Monday-Friday
February 20, 1992
City Clerk
City Hall
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Re: Reservation for Council Chambers
Meeting for Minnesota-wisconsin Boundary Area Commission
This is to confirm that we will use the Council Chambers of city
Hall on Thursday, April 2, 1992, for a meeting from 7:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m. We may need to arrive an hour earlier to prepare for
the meeting, if that is possible.
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I will contact you closer to the actual meeting date to finalize
plans for tables, chairs, etc. We certainly appreciate your
making the meeting room available to us.
The purpose of our meeting will be to discuss with local
landowners, government officials, visitors, business people, and
others, a special project we are starting on the Lower St. Croix
National Scenic Riverway. An introductory brochure is enclosed.
Please call me if you would like more details.
I look forward to our meeting with people from your community to
discuss how people can participate in future decision-making
about the st. Croix River and its watershed.
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D~~eS
Administrative Director
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The Watershed
In the beginning there were no political
boundaries. Upland creeks, ponds, and lakes drained into
small streams, They, in turn, drained into larger rivers,
forming a pattern on the landscape. The area drained by
this system of streams and rivers is called its watershed.
Only in very recent history have we named these rivers,
mapped the landscape, and divided the watershed into
parts by establishing political boundaries.
As we settle upon, visit, and use this landscape,
we make decisions and implement actions which may
appear to us to change only a small part of the watershed.
But each change in a part of the watershed has an effect
on the whole.
The Riverway
In 1972 another boundary line was created,
delineating and designating the Lower St. Croix National
Scenic Riverway. This ribbon of land and water runs for
52 miles through the heart of the watershed from Taylors
Falls-St. Croix Falls to the confluence of the Mississippi
and St. Croix Rivers.
This Riverway designation, established to
protect the river and adjacent land areas, resulted in
protective strategies, including acquisition of private
land, scenic easement acquisition, recreation facility de-
velopment, water surface use regulations, and state-
mandated but locally-implemented zoning to control land
use.
We now understand, 20 years later, that river
protection does not happen simply by designation or
decree. Federal and state designations and their pro-
tective strategies only augment, not replace, steward-
ship activities and support from local government, land-
owners, and citizens who use and enjoy the resource.
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Stewardship
of the Lower St. Croix River
Protection of the river is a tradition that preceded
its designation as a part of the National Wild and Scenic
River system. People with diverse interests and from all
walks of life have long expressed interest in this
resource. During the last two decades, however, thisA.
interest has perhaps become dormant as people began to.
view the river as someone else's responsibility. It is now
time to renew and rebuild the long-standing tradition of
stewardship that local citizens, landowners and visitors
demonstrated prior to Riverway designation.
As a "stakeholder" affected by what happens
within this watershed and the riverway, we invite you to
become involved in an emerging project: Stewardship
of the Lower St. Croix River. This project, being
implemented by the Minnesota-Wisconsin Boundary
Area Commission with assistance from the University of
Minnesota, will:
1. Investigate and document how the Lower St. Croix
River and its watershed have changed and been impacted
by human settlement and subsequent land and water use
decisions;
2. Evaluate how effective Riverway designation and
management has been in protecting the resource; and,
3. Rebuild a foundation of "St. Croix Riverkeepers" and tit
implement a broad-based program of river and watershed
stewardship.
How Y 00 Can Participate
We invite you to take an active role in this
project and in the future of the Lower St. Croix River by:
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1. Attending informative project workshops to provide
feedback on project investigations; .
2. Joining project scientists, river man~i ers, naturalists,
and others, in on-site tours to see firsth d the work that
is being done as part of this project.
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3. Providing financial, volunteer, or technical support in
our development of a first -class video production about
"Stewardship of the Lower St. Croix River" .
4. Implementing an "adopt a river" project for a river
reach or watershed segment important to you.
FOR ORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Dan McGuiness, Prograrn Manager
Minne ota- Wisconsin Boundary Area Cornmission
619 Second Street
i Hudson, Wisconsin 54016
Phone: 1 ~612) 436-7131 (MN) or 1 (715) 386-9444 (WI)
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Funding for this project approved by the Minnesota Legislature M.L. 91 Ch. 254, Art. 1, Sec. 14,
Subd. 3 (e), as recommende by the Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources from the
Environment and Natural Reso rces Trust Fund.
STEWARDSHIP
OF THE
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League of Minnesota Cities
183 University Ave. East
St. Paul, MN 55101.2526
(612) 227.5600 (FAX: 221.0986)
February, 1992
TO: Mayors, Councilmembers, Managers, and Clerks
FROM: Peter solinger, LMC President
RE: LMC Legislative Policy Committees
Would you like to help shape the League's legislative policies and
priorities? The involvement of local officials is a key component
of the League's legislative program. Local officials contribute to
the League's ability to advance city positions by identifying
issues, studying and recommending solutions, voting on legislative
policies at the Legislative Policy Adoption Conference, and through
personal contact with their legislators. LMC legislative policies
have high credibility with legislators because they know that the
policies are determined through the grass roots involvement of many
local officials.
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To encourage increased participation of city officials--particularly
elected officials--the League will revamp its committee process this
year. We will also attempt to make less demand on committee
members' time by limiting the number of meetings to three--one
meeting in the month of July, one meeting during the month of
August, and one meeting in early October.
We encourage elected and appointed officials from throughout the
state to sign up for a committee. The six legislative committees
and their policy areas are:
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES: general development issues including tax
increment finance, industrial development bonds, redevelopment,
economic development authorities, and housing.
ELECTIONS AND ETHICS: election and ethical issues, such as voter
registration, local government elections, and combined city/school
district elections.
FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE: develop positions on federal policy issues in
coodination with the National League of cities on issues such as
fiscal relations, rural development, housing, environment, and
transportation pOlicies.
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Legislative conference brings city officials together
Will the state raid the local governmrnt trust fund to balance its budget?
Will the Dyrstad Commission on Lo~al and State Government Relation's fmdings affect the way cities do
business? !
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Will the Legislature place a constitu~onal amendment on the ballot for transportation funding?
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Find out about these and other impoftant issues affecting cities at the 1992 Legislative conference on March
24, 1992 at the St. Paul Radisson Hqtel.
The message to legislators this year, lis "DON'T BUST THE TRUST." We need to work together to communi-
cate this important message to all legislators,
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1992 Legislative Conference Agenda
Registration opens
Presidential message
Pete Solinger, LMC President,
Councilmember, Rochester
State revenues and the local
government trust fund
Commissioner John Gunyou,
Department of Finance
10:30 a.m. Capitol rally, Capitol Rotunda
*Governor Arne Carlson
Senate Majority Leader Roger Moe
Senate Minority Leader Duane Benson
11:15 a.m. Individual meetings with legislators
(City officials should make
appointments to see their legislators
during this time)
12:15 p.m. Luncheon
House SPeaker Dee Long
House Minority Leader Terry Dempsey
Report on the commission on local
and state government relations
Lt. Governor Joanell Dyrstad
Break
Pay equity
Commissioner Linda Barton,
Department of Employee Relations
Concurrent sessions
8:00 a.m.
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9:15 a.m.
1 :45 p.m.
2:45 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
_4:15 p.m.
Annexation
"Review of Annexation Legislative
Proposals"
*Sen. Randy Kelly, Vice chair, Judiciary;
Member, Economic Development and
Housing,' Member, Taxes; Member,
Metro Affairs
Environment
"Review of Environmental Legislation"
* Sen. Steve Morse, Chair, Legislative
Commission on Water; Chair,
Environmental Division, Finance;
Member, Environment and Natural
Resources
Transportation
"Perspectives on Dedication
of Funding for Transportation
Systems"
Fred Corrigan, Executive Director,
Minnesota Transportation Alliance
Jack Nawrocki, President, Southern
Minnesota Highway Improvement
Association
5:15 p.m. Reception for city officials
and legislators
* Invited to speak
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Accommodations wUl not be confirmed without a check for the first night's deposit or use
your Amex or Diners Club credit card number to gliarantee your reservation. You will be
charged for the first night If reservations are not canceled 48 hours prior to arrival.
Fee includes conference registration, luncheon, and
evening reception with legislators invited.
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League of Minnesota Cities
February 25, 1992
FROM:
Donald A. Slater,
:::c:::::5 Director [J,A
TO:
Mayors, Managers,
SUBJECT: 1/2 Cent Sales Tax
The purpose of this memorandum is to alert cities to a proposal which
could seriously affect municipal revenue in the future.
The Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) has circulated a
memorandum to Minnesota county commissioners proposing that counties
consider revoking the 1/2 cent optional sales tax.
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The memorandum reasons that counties will receive no money from the
Local Government Trust Fund for calendar year 1993 and thereafter
because the legislature failed to override the Governor's line item
veto of the 1991 tax.eS:t., The memorandum also states the promises
of enacting legislation restoring the distribution is not a given and
the Governor and the legislature may raid the trust fund;to balance
the state's budget.
AMC advises counties to remind their legislators and the governor that
the counties voted the 1/2 cent sales tax. If the counties don't
receive a portion of the funds from the trust fund, there is no reason
for the counties to support the tax.
Finally, the AMC provides a sample resolution for counties to pass
expressing the above sentiments to the Governor and the legislature.
It is obvious this move is intended to exert pressure on the
legislature and the Governor to produce a replacement mechanism for
the vetoed portion of the tax act. AMC also seeks to protect the
integrity of the Local Government Trust Fund. LMC and AMC share
these objectives.
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However, the threat to revoke support for the trust fund is an
extremely serious matter for cities, especially. without the trust
fund, cities, in any county revoking the 1/2 cent sales tax, would
have no local government aid, no housing and agriculture credit
assistance, no disparity aid, no anything. The programs which existed
before the creation of the trust fund really aren't there anymore and
would not be reconstituted if a county opted out of the trust fund.
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It is, of course, rathet unlikely the legislature won't enact
legislation correcting the problem resulting from the Governor's line
item veto. But it coul~ happen. Or, more likely, the programs
included in the trust f*nd could be shifted around so less of the
trust fund money would fund county programs. What would the counties
do then? opt out, or c ntinue their support of optional sales tax so
that city property tax elief programs continue?
Should the Legislature ail to adopt a new trust fund distribution
formula this year, we w uld expect many counties to rescind the local
option tax and the whol trust fund concept to collapse. However,
there is a danger that ome counties could act to rescind the tax,
even if the legislature passes a new distribution formula which is
satisfactory but not id al from the county standpoint. In view of
this hazard, I encourag+ city officials to take these actions:
1. Urge your legiSlato~ to support a new trust fund distribution
formula which maint1ins the integrity of the trust fund.
2.
Urge your county of
and the 1/2 cent 10
passes any fairly r
them to be careful
local option tax be
distribution formul
icials to continue to support the trust fund
al option tax, provided the legislature
asonable trust fund distribution formula. Ask
hat any resolution regarding rescinding the
applicable only in the event that no new
is passed in the 1992 session.
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Point out to
local option tax co
the city councils a
county's population
unty officials their action to rescind the
Id be negated by adoption of resolutions by
d township boards having a majority of the
This issue has such a p
being forewarned is bei
strongly to develop a c
suggest you contemplate
you might join with cit
county's population to
revoke support of the I
tentially powerful impact on city finance that
g forearmed. I encourage city officials most
ntingency plan meeting such an event. I
what actions your city would take and whether
councils representing a majority of the
everse any county government decision to
2 cent local optional sales tax.
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V MES MULDER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
. R SOLUTION TO RESCIND LOCAL "OPTIONAL" SALES TAX
RE:
Recent di8tfrbing events that occurred at the state Capitol have
prompted me to encourage AMC's member counties to consider revoking
the 1/2 cen "opt;ional" sales tax. As you are probably aware, the
legislature failed in its attempt to override the Governor's' line
:l.tem ve~o 0 .lanuary 14. By not aecontplishing an override, current
law is stil in effect, which means that counties will receive no
money from he Local Government Trust Fund for calendar year 1993
llnd thereaf ere
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legislation to adopt,new aid for~ulas, but it is not a given. It
also is not lear as to what the distribution formula will include
and if the ,egislature and Governor will use the Local Government
Trus~ Fund 0 balance the state's budget (a project~d 340 million
short fall)
AMC beliove that it is advisable to remind your legislators and
t:.he Governo that: counties voted for the 1/2 cent: St.ate sales tax
inOr98SQ \:.0 help oreate the Local Government Trust Fund. If
counties ar no longer going to be a recipient of a portion of the
proceeds 0 the fund, there is. no r~ason for counties to
participate in it. Therefore, it is recommended that 'counties
consider pa sage of the aocompanying resolution to' accent your
concerns. I is very important that all commissioners continue to
contact the! legislators and the Governor to express concern about
our lost aid and the effect the 1088 of this aid will have on local
property ta :es.
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COUNTY RESOLUTION TIC REPEAL 1/2 PERCENT "OPTIONAL" SALES TAX
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WHEREAS, the 1992 tax bill as passed by the state legislature
contained a provision for the establishment of a Local Government
Trust Fund, and
WHEREAS, it was the understanding of county governments at
the time of passage, that the additional one-half percent was added to
the state's sales tax tq establish such a trust fund, and
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WHEREAS, it wa~ further understood that approximately two
cents of the sales tax ~nd one-half cents collected would be dedicated
to this Local Governmenl Trust Fund, and
WHEREAS, the establishment of such a trust fund would help to
keep property taxes low by providing a guaranteed flow of sale tax
income to county and to Inship governments, and
WHEREAS, the G~vernor has eliminated county and township
Homestead and Agricultural Credit Aid from the distribution of Trust
Fund revenues through t~e use of his line item veto authority, and
WHEREAS, The l~gislature failed on its first attempt to
override the Governor's Iveto, so
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THEREFORE, BE liT RESOLVED, that the ---------- County Board
of Commissioners does h~rebY give notice that it is the intent of the
County oard of Commissioners to rescind the
"optional" 1/2 percent ales tax that was just passed by this same
board in 1991, if the Gqvernor and Legislature fail to restore the
lost Homestead and Agriqultural Credit and Disparity Reduction Aid
that resulted from the Governor's veto.
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BLOOMINGTON
GOLDEN VALLEY
MINNEAPOLIS
ST. PAUL
WOODBURY
February 25, 1992
Wallace L. Abrahamson
Mayor
1301 Cottage Dr.
Stillwater, MN 55082-4898
Dear Mayor Abrahamson:
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Last week you should have received a letter from Governor Carlson requesting
your ideas on steps which could be taken to address the state's financial
situation. The letter was rather straightforward raising the possibilites of budget
cuts and lor increased taxes.
If past experience holds true, one can predict that local government aids will be
considered to solve a disproportionate share of the problem. The Governor is
giving us an opportunity to have input into this discussion early in the process.
In order for this input to have maximum impact it was felt by the five of us that
information would be needed on trends in the state budget, trends in city
budgets, approaches used elsewhere in the nation, and the significance of the
Local Government Trust Fund. We also felt that it would be useful to enter into a
dialog with other mayors to exchange ideas.
To facilitate the exchange of this information and ideas we are inviting all
the mayors of the member cities of the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities to a mayor's forum next Tuesday, March 3, to be held at the
Kelly Inn (the Prentiss Room) in St. Paul from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. We
would note that this is not an official II AMM" function but that the five of us are
using the membership of AMM as an organizing tool for the forum.
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We want to emphasize that the purpose of the meeting is the exchange of
information, ideas and viewpoints. It is D.Q1 to produce a common communication
which we all sign on to. While it is quite probable that there will be a great deal
of agreement it must also e realized that each of us may want to emphasize
particular points. At the!D .~ting we plan on utilizing League staff and AMM staff
for presentations. It is pOs'ible that there will be media representation at the
forum.
We realize that March 3 is he date of precinct caucuses. We could not pick an
earlier date that allowed fa adequate notification. It is because of precinct
caucuses that we will end he meeting no later than 6 p.m. We also will have
available coffee, refreshrn nts and some hors d'ouevres for those of us who will
have to dash off directly to Ithe caucuses.
To facilitate setting up the oom and ordering of food we would ask that you give
Bill Barnhart of Minneapoli a call by the end of the day on Monday, March 2.
His number is 673-2039.
We hope you can attend t . is forum even with the limited advance notice. All too
often in the past our input has not been sought or has been in an after-the-fact
manner. Let's make maxir)num use of this opportunity!
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Mayor I Mayor Mayor
Bloomington . Golden Valley Minneapolis
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LAKEVIEW MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
919 W. Anderson Street, Stillwater, MN 55082
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City Council
c/o Steve Russell
Director of Community Development
City of Stillwater
Stillwater City Hall
216 North 4th Street
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Dear Council Members:
The Board of Directors of Lakeview Memorial Hospital have given conceptual approval to
an expansion of their outpatient services at their February 11, 1992 Board Retreat. The
primary focus of this expansion project is to meet the current and projected needs of two of
the most active departments in the Hospital: Surgery and Radiology. In addition to
addressing the growth of these two departments, the project also includes relocating, and
therefore improving, the functions of the Emergency Department and Admitting. Another
goal of the project is to improve patient orientation to these expanded departments through
relocation of patient entrances, reorientation of vehicular approach to the Hospital Campus,
and providing adequate on-site parking.
Lakeview Memorial Hospital has enlisted the professional services of BWBR architects of
St. Paul to develop this concept and have directed them to proceed into schematic design.
BWBR met with Steve Russell, Community Development Director for the City, on January
28, 1992 to review the conceptual plans and project schedule. At present, the preliminary
project schedule indicates design and development of construction documents through the end
of 1992, beginning bidding early in 1993, and construction start of March of 1993 with an
anticipated 18 month construction schedule. Through the discussion with Mr. Russell,
BWBR has informed the Hospital the need for public hearings at the Planning Commission
level and the requirements of the Special Use Permit process.
Lakeview Memorial Hospital feels this expansion project is necessary to meet the current and
expanding medical needs of the community, and the Hospital looks forward to working with
the Council and the local community toward the success of this project.
Sincerely,
Lakeview M,rrrIDn)' al Hospital
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STATE BUDGET AND LOCAL AID
PROSPECTS
A. NEW STATE FORECAST OF BUDGET
SHORTFALLS
1. FY92-93 (CALENDAR 1992 AID) --
Was $345 million.
New $569 million.
, 2. FY94-95 (CALENDAR 1993 & 1994 AID) --
Was $1295 million.
New $1752 million.
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CityViews
for Minnesota Legislators
February 14, 1992
REASONS TO EXCLUDE THE LOCAL
GOVERNMENT TRUST FUND FRO'M FY 92-93
BUDGET CUTS
Change in Expenditures, FY91 to FY93
11.0%
1. During the 1990 and 1991 sessions,
local aids for FY 92-93 have already
been cut by $171 million, much more
severely than the state general fund.
10.0%
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Aids now in LGTF
General fund
2. Two cents of the sales tax is now dedicated to local aids and is not a part of
the state general fund.
v A dedicated fund is meaningless unless it remains dedicated.
v Cities will live with the ups and downs of trust fund revenues.
3. FY 93 trust fund cuts would affect aids paid in 1992.
v Cities are already well into the budget year.
v Cuts ""auld be on top of $85 million aid cuts and frozen levy limit bases for 1992.
v Too late to make up for aid cuts with levy increases,
PROPOSED LEGISLATION: NONE--Distribution of trust fund revenues for FY
92-93 is already specified fairly in current law.
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DON'T BUST THE TRUST
For more information, contact John Tomlinson at 227-5600
League of Minnesota Cities
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February 28. 1992
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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS HAVE ALREADY CONTRIBUTED
DISPROPORTIONATELY TO 92-93 STATE BUDGET SOLUTION
A. Non-school local government contributions for FY 92-93
Local aid cuts in 1991 session .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .' $ 120 million
1 /2 cent local option sales tax voted by counties
and supported by cities and townships. . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . $ 374 million
Total $494 million
B. Non-school local aid share of total state general fund budget (FY 92-93, Nov. 1990 Forecast)
Non-school aids, . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . $ 1,508 million
e Total state general fund expenditures and transfers. . . , . , . . . $ 15,539 million
LOCAL AID SHARE OF THE TOTAL
$1,508/$15,539 = 9.7%
C. Local Government Share ofFY 92-93 Budget Solution in 1991 Session
Local Government Contribution. . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 494 million
Total Budget Shortfall (Governor's Budget, 2/20/91) . . . . . . , $1,212 million
LOCAL GOVERNMENT SHARE OF THE SOLUTION
$494/$1,212 = 41%
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CITY SPENDING IN MINNESOTA
How Do We Compare?
( 1989-1990)
Major State & Local Activities Percentage or MN Service Minnesota Rank in U.S. Percentage or City Expense
Provided by Cities
FIRE 93% 34th 7%
POLICE 62% 261h 12%
HOUSING & COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT 61% Il1h 10%
LIBRARIES 54% 181h 2%
SEWAGE 53% 10lh 9%
P ARKS/R.:C/NA T'L RESOURCES 34% 7th 10%
H IGHW A Vs/MAINT/SNOW
REMOVAL 29% 81h 20%
Gov'T ADMIN/F1NANCFi
LEGAL 23% 20lh 8%
HEALTH & HOSPITAL 11% 14th 7%
PuBLIC WELFARE 2% 4th 2%
EDUCATION 0% 81h 0%
Direct General Expenditures
o 1989 Minnesota State and Local Spending per capita = 121 % of the U.S. Average
1989 Minnesota City Only spending per capita = 102 % of the U.S. Average
When Minnesota cities have
major responsibilities for a
service, spending tends to
be less compared to the
national average than when
other Minnesota governmental
units provide most of a
service.
Sources: u.s. Census Bureau Government Finances GF-89-S
Minnesota State Auditor Report. Revenue, Expenditures and Debt of Cities through Dec. 31, 1990 (11/15191)
Minnesota Taxpayers Association. How D08S Minnesota Compars? (January 1992)
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1991 Change.s to Minnesota', Property Tax System
Property Tax Aids and Aid Reductions
September 1991
City Aid Cuts Already Taken
Table 1
Provisions for 1991 and 1992 Aid Reductions
AId Payment(s) afTecud by AId Reduction
July, 1991 Dca:mber, 1991 1992 (equally divided
between July &
. . " Dca:mber payments)
Amount or ReductJon $SO million $35 million S86 million 2
AfI'ecud Local - Countie.s - Counties - Counties
Governments - Cities - Cities - Cities
- Towns - Towns - Special Districts,
- Special Districts - Special Districts, except hospital
except hospit.al districts
districts
Revenue Base Used ror 1991 certified levy plus 1991 certified levy less 1991 certified levy less
Reduction 1991 LGA and 1991 1991 social service levy 1991 social service levy
taconite aid plus 1991 LGA and 1991 plus 1991 LGA and
taconite aid 1991 taconite aid
Percent or Revenue 2.01% 1.60% 4.03% 3
Base Used Cor
Reduction
Aid R.eductJon by Type Counties - $24.4 Counties - $14.7 Counties _ $37.1 2
or Local Government Cities - $21.0 Cities - $16.7 Cities _ $43.2 2
(in millions) Towns - $1.7 Towns -. $ 1.4 Special District eo $ 5.9 2
Special District -- $ 2.9 Special District -$ 23
Duration oC ReductJon One-time reduction One-time reduction Permanent reduction in
aid base
House Ruurch Dtpartmenl
2 The 1989 special 5e5Sion tax bill included a provision to reduce 1m aids by about 151 million. nus provision was
repealed in the 1991 tax bill and replaced with an aid cut of $86 million.
, Based on House Research estimates as of July 1991.
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Aid Reductions
Current Biennium Total
County
City
Town
Special District
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$80.9 million
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15.4%
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Mmor issue areas for 1992:
Local Government Revenue issues:
AMM policy includes elimination of levy limits as per current law for taxes payable in 1993, preservation of LGA
and HACA in a new funding formula that recognizes the right of all cities to receive some share in the distribution,
and continuation of the guaranteed two-cent sales tax to the Local Government Trust Fund for property tax relief.
Tax Increment Financing (TIF):
The AMM supports a reinstatement of the features stripped from TIF during the 1990 session which makes it basi-
cally unworkable for most cities. Specifically, the aid buyout provisions and tight restrictions should be eliminated.
Waste Management:
The AMM supports integrated Waste Stream planning involving recycling-reuse-reduction and the handling of
household/commercial hazardous waste.
Water Supply & Surface Water Management:
The Metropolitan Council has suggested significant planning for future water supply management and water con-
servation. The AMM supports the basic concept, but opposes Council involvement to the degree of a system or
local plan approval. The AMM also opposes the Council's opinion that it has system authority in surface water
management.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FR:
City Coordinator
DA:
February 28, 1992
RE:
GOODWILL DONATION CENTER. AGREEMENT
Accompanying this memo is a Memorandum of Continuance to continue the City
contribution to the Goodwill Donation Center located at River Heights Plaza.
The Cities of Bayport and Oak Park Heights have been contributing $1.00 per
household per year to the center since 1987. The funds which are actually
received from Washington County will be the same as last year. I would recorrnnend
approval of the agreement.
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It is hereby agreed that bdwill/Easter Seal (hereinafter Goodwill) will provide
collection services to ~h~ cities of Stillwater, Bayport and Oak Park Heights,
Minnesota (hereinafter ttities).
The scope of services i cludes the acceptance of household materials for reuse
and glass, aluminum, co rugate, newsprint, office paper and plastic #1 and #2
bottles with a neck. To provide said services, Goodwill will maintain an
Attended Donation cente in Stillwater.
The term of this contin ance of original agreement is for January - June 1992.
Goodwill agrees to mai tain its liability insurance to cover the Attended
Donation Center.
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The Cities agree to paS11 through to the Goodwill the
1992 Washington County ecycling Grant.
Other than stated in th s memorandum, the provisions
shall remain in force.
applicable portion of the
of the original agreement
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
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City Coordinator
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February 28, 1992
RE:
SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS TO PIONEER PARK BAND SHELL
As you know, several volunteers, headed by Councilmernber Funke, painted and
repaired the band shell at Pioneer Park last year. The band shall now is as
attractive as ever.
In an effort to help retain the present appearance and to avoid the kind of
vandalism that has taken place over the years to the band shell, Councilmember
Funke requested and received (on behalf of the City) a contribution from Margaret
Rivers Trust Fund in the amount of $5,000 to help pay for the cost of certain
improvements. The improvements would include a metal (side) door, an expandable
gate (front) which would prevent easy access to the interior of the band shell
and reroofing.
The contribution does not cover all of the costs of the improvements which are
about $13,016 and is summarized as follows:
Reroofing
Metal Door
Metal Gate
$ 500 (volunteer labor)
$ 1,503
$11,013
$13 ,016
Total
Councilmember Funke is soliciting funds from other organizations to help pay for
the improvements. If that effort does not result in obtaining all of the funds
needed to complete the project, it will be necessary to amend the Capital Outlay
Budget to include the balance needed. The maximum needed (without additional
contributions) is $8,016 ($13,016 - $5,000).
Mr. Funke and I can discuss this further with you at the meeting on Tuesday.
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GEORGE W. OLSEN
CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
South Greeley Street Box 20
STILLWATER, MINNESOTA
Phone 439.5410
PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO
Stillwater City Council
S%REJ.iiIt. Gary Fu e
1605 W. Pine St.
CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE
Stillwater, MN 55082
ARCHITECT
PHONE
DATE
December 17, 1991
JOB NAME
Pioneer Park Bandshell Improvements
JOB LOCATION
Stillwater, MN
DATE OF PLANS
JOB PHONE
We hereby submit specifications and estimates for:
To furnish and install
app~oximately 32' wide
supporting members.
Total Cost:
one (1) acorn wire and iron works folding gate. Model #5748D
x 8' high with three rows of lattice including all required
$11,013.00
Alternate:
Furnish and install one (1) model #5649D in lieu of #5748D
Deduct: $960.00
lie Jrupusr hereby to furnish material and labor - complete in accordance with above specifications, for the sum of:
Eleven Thousand Thirteen & no 100---------------- ---
Payment to be made as follows:
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All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a workmanlike
manner according to standard practices. Any alteration or deviation from above specifica-
tions involving extra costs will be executed only upon written orders, and will become an
extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements contingent upon strikes. accidents
or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire, tornado and other necessary insurance.
Our workers are fully covered by Workmen's Compensation Insurance.
N e: ' i proposal may be
withdrawn by us if not accepted within
days.
!\tttp1anrt nf Jrnpnsal- The above prices, specifications
and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted. You are authorized Signature
to do the work as soecified. Pavment will be made as outlined above.
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PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO
Stillwater City Council
S%REWr. Gary Funke
1605 W. Pine St.
CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE
Stillwater, MN 55082
ARCHITECT
GEORGE W. OLSEN
CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
South Greeley Street Box 20
STillWATER. MINNESOTA
Phone 439.5410
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PHONE
DATE
December 17, 1991
JOB NAME
Pioneer Park Bandshell Improvements
JOB LOCATION
Stillwater, MN
JOB PHONE
We hereby submit specifications and estimates for:
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Dr Jrnpnlir hereby to furnish aterial and labor - complete in accordance with above specifications, for the sum of:
One Thousand Five Hundred Three & no/l00--------------------------- dollars ($ 1,503.00
Payment to be made as follows:
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All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to b completed in a workmanlike
manner according to standard practices. Any alteration or d viation from above specifica.
tions involving extra costs will be executed only upon writt n orders. and will become an
extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements cont ngent upon strikes. accidents
or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire, tornado a d other necessary insurance.
Our workers are fully covered by Workmen's Compensation In Urance.
GEORGE W.
Authorized
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CO., INC.
ote: s proposal may be
withdrawn by us if not accepted within
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FR: City Coordinator
DA: February 26, 1992
RE: TREE PROGRAM
Accompanying this memo is an informational brochure for a shade tree short
course. The course is designated to "update and enhance the level of skill
needed to maintain the health of the urban forest". The course includes
pesticide application and will lead to tree inspector certification which is an
important qualification when applying for tree reforestation/maintenance grants.
I would recommend that George Diethert, Tim Thomsen and possibly another parks
maintenance employee attend the course. The cost is $50 per person and is
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ROOM 135 Moderator: Mike,
Registration and coffee . .. ,
Rules and Regulations; Respondingto S
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Although attendance at this session will meet the educa-':
tional requirements for recertification in categories E an~I.
for 1993, pesticide application associated with trees and.!,;
shrubs will be emphasized. Applicators licensed m1h in::';;
Category E, Turf and Ornamentals, or those who primariIYJ~
apply pesticides to turf should attend a different pesticide;(\
applicator program.
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Legislative
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Alert
Feb.27,1992
To:
FROM:
Legislative Contacts and Managers! Administrators
Vern Peterson, Executive Director
RE:
HFI778 (REP. MYRON ORFIELD, DFL-MPLS), METROPOLITAN SEWER SYSlEM
FINANCING AND PROPOSED Bll.L TO EXPAND METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AUTHORTIY.
1. HF1778
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A hearing on HF1778 has been scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 1992, in S.O.B. 200 from 12:30 p.m. to
2:30 p.m. This bill, as you know, would substantially change the method and cost allocation for the
Metropolitan Waste Water Treatment System. After a thorough study of this bill by the AMM's
Metropolitan Agencies Committee and the Board of Directors, the Board voted unanimously to oppose
this bill. (Board position enclosed.)
Subsequent to the Board's action, Rep. Orfield has developed a "strike everything" amendment (copy
enclosed) which changes his bill substantially but does not change the overall thrust, and the AMM will
still oppose HFI778. It is our strong opinion that neither the original nor the revised version address his
concerns of urban decay and its attendant problems in the core, older developed communities.
IN SUMMARY, THE MAIN REASONS FOR AMM OPPOSITION ARE BECAUSE THE BILL:
A. Does not provide solutions to the problems that do need to be addressed in older developed
areas.
B. Weakens the regional approach to waste water treatment and equitable financing of the
metro system.
C. Raises legal questions because of the vast SAC fees already collected for system expansion
current and future.
D. Is premature in any case since Minnesota Laws 1991,183 which Rep. Orfield authored
directs the Metropolitan Council to study these concerns (core area decay and attendant
problems) and report back and make recommendations to the Legislature in January 1994.
ACTION SUGGESTED:
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We would strongly encourage you or a representative of your city to attend and testify at the hearing on
Thursday, March 5 at 12:30 p.m. before the House Local Government and Metropolitan Affairs
Committee. Contact Maureen Novak, committee administrator, at 296-4179, to register to testify. A
strong showing of opposition to this bill is needed. YOU SHOULD ALSO CONTACT YOU LOCAL
REPRESENTATIVE(S) ABOUT THIS Bll..L.
183 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 55101 (612) 227-4008
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2. PROPOSED EXPANSIdN OF METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AUTHORITY IN LAND USE
AND COMPREHENSIVE tLANNING:
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A subcommittee of House ~cal Government and Metropolitan Affairs Committee, chaired by Rep. Phil
Carruthers, is developing a b 11 which makes some modifications to the metro governance system. (Copy
enclosed.) Most of the chan es being discussed have little or no impact on the relationship between Met
Council and local units of go ernment. HOWEVER, ONE CHANGE BEING DISCUSSED WOULD
AMEND THE METROPOUT AN LAND PLANNING ACT AND WOULD SUBSTANTIALLY
BROADEN THE COUNCll..JS APPROVAL AUTHORITY OVER LOCAL COMPREHENSIVE PLANS
AND AMENDMENTS O.
Current law and intexpretatio since the Planning Act passed in 1976 limit the Met Council's authority to
require local plan modificati ns only when there is a "substantial" impact on or a "substantial" departure
from the metropolitan syste plan. While this is somewhat nebulous, it sets a criterion with some
common understanding. One tentative section of the proposed bill would eliminate the more restrictive
wording and could allow the ouncil to broaden its approval authority over any impact or departure
from a system plan.
Several months ago, one of t e Council's staff attorneys rendered an opinion that the Council already has
this authority under existing ~w. The AMM does not agree with that opinion nor do several city
attorneys who have reviewedithis issue. We made our position abundantly clear with the Council.
Apparently, the Council is ~king this statutory change so there will be no question. Again, in our
judgment, this new provision'could give the Council almost unlimited authority over local comprehensive
plans. You may want to disc ss this with your city attorney.
This possible amendment w discussed at a meeting of the aforementioned subcommittee on Tuesday
(Feb. 25), which is how we came aware of its existence. To our knowledge, a hearing date has not been
set, but it is possible somethi g could happen as early as the week of March 2. Members of the
subcommittee are:
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ACTION REQUESTED:
IF YOU SHARE OUR CON ERN, WE URGE YOU TO DISCUSS THIS WITH YOUR LOCAL
LEGISLATORS(S) AND AN OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE MEMBERS. ALSO, PLEASE LET ME OR
NICOLE DEBEVEC (227-4 8) KNOW IF YOU WOULD BE Wll..LING TO TESTIFY ON TIllS
Bll..L.
Doug Peterson, 296-4128
Bill Schreiber, 296-4128
Don Valento, 296-7153
Charlie Weaver, 296-1729
Phil Carruthers (Chair), 296-~709
Irv Anderson (Chair of full c mmittee) 296-4936
Myron Orfield, 296-9281
Edgar Olson, 296-4265
As this issue develops, we wil/l keep you posted.
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LIMITATION FOR SEWER INTERCEPTOR FUNDING
I. General Concerns and Observations
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The Association of Metropolitan Municipalities is concerned about the decline and
deterioration that is prevalent in pockets of the developed area. AMM membership lists
66 cities, including the two Central Cities, fully developed inner-ring suburbs, and many
second- and third- tier developing cities. The membership is concerned about conditions
that seemingly create situations that encourage middle and upper income families to
move from developed areas into more developing regions of the metropolitan area.
Crime, educational opportunities, vacant buildings, threats of gang infiltration, lack of
jobs, and the resulting substandard living conditions and fear all contribute to the
movement from the developed areas to developing suburban areas.
However, these problems are creeping into the suburban areas as well. They are no
longer ills borne by central cities alone.
These situations are endemic to any major metropolitan area. The Twin Cities,
fortunately, at this point in time are not seeing the depth of racial tension, crime or urban
blight as other cities such as Chicago or Detroit, for example. We still have time to
reverse these trends.
The bill raises these questions of social conscience. It provides a worthwhile forum for
discussion and debate. Yet the proposal does not properly address a solution for these
socio-economic problems.
ll. Reaction to Proposed Law
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As written, HF1778 (Rep. Myron Orfield, DFL-Mpls)/SF1656 (Sen. Ted Mondale, DFL-
51. Louis Park), Limitation/or Sewer Interceptor Funding, does not have any impact on
these critical concerns which are becoming more visible in the Central Cities and inner
ring suburbs. It probably would not stem the tide of movement to the developing areas
since a significant amount of land already fully sewered is available. Also, discussions
with the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission indicates that the increase in cost
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because of pipe extenslon may be minimal - especially if the SAC charge, the disposition
of which was not ad~. ssed in the bill, is retained by developing communities.
To address the bill's p ential effectiveness, at least two negative aspects must be
considered. If passed, e bill could induce funher urban sprawl as development leap
frogs beyond the cUITe~t metro area, particularly into Wright County. It, too, could make
development in the de eloping areas more expensive, hindering efforts to provide low
and moderate housing pportunities throughout the metro area.
Another concern raise~ by the bill's author is subsidies. Discussions with the MWCC and
the Metropolitan Council indicate that the flow of subsidy dollars is difficult to determine
historically. From nOWlon, it would seem that the flow would be from developing cities
to fully developed area because of the need to rehabilitate sewer lines in the fully
developed areas and pI nt upgrades for environmental regulatory reasons.
The AMM is concerne~ that such a narrow view of subsidy flow would ignore the fact
that dollars move through a number of programs that may have a more direct bearing on
the socio-economic iss*es as outlined in HFI778/SFI656. Funher, while a city may
benefit from one partic4lar subsidy program, it may be a contributor to another source of
equity funding. I
These concerns sugges~ that the bill is flawed. But we have two other, more general
concerns about the legitlatiOn and potential results if it were enacted:
1. To subscribe 0 a "pay for your own" concept over a regional framework could
lead to the des ction of the metropolitan system of governance. It could lead to
a more elitist at 'tude if developing suburbs were to pay for their own collection
and disposal, wi ening the gap between low and moderate income households in
established area and households in the developing areas, This strikes at the very
heart of the curr nt regional governance system. In the long run, the dismantling
of the existing system would undoubtedly work contrary to efforts to address the
problems of the IfullY developed areas.
2. The bill does othing to generate funds to address either the problems of the
fully developed eas or housing opportunities throughout the region. These
problems are i ediate and need to be addressed now. Even if the bill were to
have a long-ran e impact, it would be so far into the future that it would be
worthless now.
Finally, the bill is prem ture in view of Minnesota Laws 1991 Chapter 183, which
directs the Metropoli Council to conduct a study of the development patterns and
needs in the council-de ned fully developed area. The timeline on this study is January
1994. Until then, any a tion such HF1778/SF1656 would be premature and eventcounterproductive to an recommendations arising from the study.
DI. Recommended Actions to Address the Problem of Inner Area Decline
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The issue does not hinge on sewer interceptors. It is much broader than that. For years
the A:Ml\.1 has presented its ideas and concerns about neighborhood livability and
viability in its policies on housing and economic development. We include such areas as
the physical and structural deterioration of the neighborhood, the social welfare of the
neighborhood and educational opportunities. We believe it is in the best interest for all
cities in the metropolitan area to work aggressively to address neighborhood livability
because the challenges that cities face - neighborhood deterioration, crime and drugs -
need the cooperative effort from all municipalities and all parts of the metropolitan area.
The AMM believes some of the keys to addressing the plethora of problems afflicting the
fully developed cities lie in these areas: better housing, transportation, education and job
opportunities, and funding.
To help make an area more desirable for living, low and moderate income housing
must be made available throughout the metropolitan area. Where are the jobs
developing? In the suburbs. Where is the housing stock for people who fill these jobs? In
the Central Cities, Cities must help match housing needs in the areas where the potential
for employment exists, Spreading the availability of low- and moderate-income housing
throughout all cities in the metropolitan area, not just in clusters in certain areas, would
help ease some of these socio-economic miseries.
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A comprehensive transit system also would help alleviate these problems. A reliable
public transit system is vital for a business' work force. It is not uncommon in this area
for a person to live in one area and work in another. A total system involving busing,
light rail transit, high occupancy vehicle lanes and ride-share would not only address the
problem of reaching a work or education destination, but also help to alleviate congested
roadways and reduce pollution.
The AMM fully supports the Metropolitan Council's Regional Transit Facilities Plan. For
the first time a study has combined input, plans and ideas from all sources dealing with
transit issues in the metropolitan area, and recommended alternative transit
improvements for each segment of the highway system which are probably within reach
financially. This plan implements two AMM policies that speak to highway and transit
planning integration and the use of various transit alternatives.
A major component has to be funding. Subsidized housing is not cheap. A million
dollars thrown at a low-income housing complex is a bandage approach at best. Real
dollars are needed to address these issues. In several fully developed suburbs alone, the
price tag for housing development, rehabilitation and maintenance ranges from $349
million to $462 million, according to a Metropolitan Council task force on housing.
Additional funding within the Central Cities and the inner ring suburbs could be used for
upgrading existing housing stock. In developing areas, it could be used to build low and
moderate income housing and for transit needs.
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In July 1991, Metropol~tan Council Chair Mary Anderson appointed a Housing e
Legislation Work Group to refIne legislative recommendations made by the Regional
Housing Task Force an:d to develop a more specifIc proposal that could be convened into
a housing legislation b~ll for the Metropolitan Council to introduce during the 1992
legislative session. I
Besides reviewing regi nal housing issues and need as defIned by the regional Housing
Task Force, the work up looked at individual communities' housing and neighborhood
revitalization effortS in the metropolitan area. A study of just a handful of communities
provided an insight int the magnitude of the housing problem in the region. This is a
problem that will take undreds of millions of dollars to address, not just millions.
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The AMM housing anc:1j economic development policies also address the questions of
funding and suggested possible sources of funding could be state appropriation, state
bonding, state gamblin' revenue or an increase in the mortgage deed tax. The AMM
policy also recommend that the state establish a housing policy to prioritize and allocate
its resources. Other fIn cial recommendations include one that encourages the state to
develop a tax policy to enefit the maintenance and development of affordable housing.
(See AMM Legislative olides III A-4, A-5, A-6, A-7, A-8 and III B-3.)
IV. Sewer Interce ter Limitation Legislation Policy
The AMM, for the r~l ons stated above, oppose HF1778/SF1656, Limitation for
Sewer Interceptor Fun ing. The Association strongly urges interested legislators to
work with the AMM nd the Metropolitan Council to enact policies which \\ill
address the problem of inner city decline head-on.
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Economic developmen with adequate employment opportunities, convenient
transit, housing rehab litation, infrastructure maintenance, a healthy social fabric
and good educational pportunities are the essence for resolving inner area decline
and preventing its spr d. Lmiting interceptor expansion as prescribed by
HF1778/SF1656:
* Is ineffective ince nearly an expansion has been completed;
* Weakens the egional approach to waste water treatment;
* Raises legal q estions because of vast SAC fees conected for such
expansion; and most important,
* Clouds the iss e by creating the false impression that the proposed bill
would have a impact on the problem or does anything substantive to
solve it.
The AMM further rec mmends that Minnesota Laws 1991, Chapter 183 directing a
comprehensive study 0 development patterns b~' the Metropolitan Council be
allowed to be complete before any restrictive actions of this nature be considered.
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1 Subd. 2. [GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.] At any time after the
2 adoption of a land use plan for the municipality, the planning
3 agency, for the.purpose of carrying out the policies and goals
4 of the land use plan, may prepare a proposed zoning ordinance
5 and submit it to the governing body with its recommendations for
6 adoption. Subject to the requirements of subdivisions 3, 4 and
7 5, the governing body may adopt and amend a zoning ordinance by
8 a two-thirds vote of all its members. If the comprehensive
9 municipal plan is in conflict with the zoning ordinance, the
10 zoning-ordinanee plan supersedes the p%an zoning ordinance.
11 Sec. 2. Minnesota Statutes 1990, section 473.175,
12 subdivision 1, is amended to read:
13 Subdivision 1. The council shall review the comprehensive
14 plans of local governmental units and the capital improvement
15 programs of school districts, prepared and submitted pursuant to
16 Laws 1976, chapter 127, sections 1 to 23, to determine their
17 compatibility with each other and conformity with metropolitan
18 system plans. The council shall review and comment on the
19 apparent consistency of the comprehensive plans and capital
20 improvement programs with other adopted chapters of the
21 metropolitan development guide. The council may require a local
22 governmental unit to modify any comprehensive plan or part
23 thereof which may have a substantial impact on or contain a
24 substantial departure from metropolitan system plans. The
25 council shall not limit its determination of whether there is a
26 substantial impact on or substantial departure from metropolitan
27 system plans to whether there is sufficient capacity in a
28 metropolitan facility. The council shall also consider whether
29 there is an impact on or departure from the metropolitan system
30 plans as that phrase is used in section 473.852, subdivision 8.
31 Sec. 3. Minnesota Statutes 1990, section 473.858,
32 subdivision 1, is amended to read:
33 Subdivision 1. Within three years following the receipt of
34 the metropolitan system statement, every local governmental unit
35 shall have prepared a comprehensive plan in accordance with
36 sections 462.355, subdivision 4, 473.175, and 473.851 to 473.871
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473.852 DEFlNITlONS.
Subdivision I. As in sections 462.355, subdivision 4, 473.175, and 473.8S1
to 473.871, the..foUowina rms shall have the mean.inp liven them,
SuM 2. -Advisory etropolitan land use comminee" or .advisory committee"
means an advisory coDUl1fttee established by the metropolitan council pW'S\W1t to
leCtion 473.8S3. I
SuM 3. -Applic:abl~ PlanniDa statute" means sections 394.21 to 394.37 for
counties and acctions 462.351 to 462.364 for cities and towns.
SuM 4. -Capital im~rovement program" means an itemized pr'OIrIm for I five
Je81' prospective period, ~d any amendments thereto, subject to at least bicnniaJ
lniew, settina forth the eduJe, timing, and details of specific contemplated capital
improvements by year, tog ther with their estimated cost, the need for each improVI>
ment, financial sou.rces, an the financial impact that the improvements will have on
the local,ovemmental uni or IChool district.
SuM S. -Comprehe 've plan" means the comprehensive plan of each loca1
IOvemmental unit desai in acctions 473.158 to 473.862, and any amendments to
~plan. .
SuM 6. -Fiscal devi " means the valuation of property p\1mW1t to section
273.111, the designation ~f urban and rural service distriCts, pursuant to section
272.67, and the establishm~t of development districts punuant to sections 469.124
to 469.134,and any other ~tutes authorizin& the creation of districts in which the use
of tax increment bond.in& is authorized.
SuM 7. -Local JOve ental unit" or "'unit" means all cities., counties and towns
Iyina in whole or in pan thin the metropolitan area., but does not include lChool
districts.
SuM 8. -Mctropoli system plans- means the airpons and transportation
. .portions of the metropolitan development JUide,and the policy plans, implementation
plans, and capital budaets Ii metropolitan waste control. transportation, and reaional
recreation open space. .
SuM 9. -official con Is" or .controls" means ordinances and rules which
control the physical develop ent of a city, county or town or any part thereof or any
detail thereof and implemen the &eneral objectives of the comprehensive plan. Official
controls may include 0 . . ces establishina zonins. subdivision controls. site plan
rqulatiODS, sanitary cocl~' uildin& codes and official maps,
SuM 10. -Private facility" means a lingle lot, muJtiple Jot or other Ie'Wqe
coUection or treatment . t)' owned, constructed or operated by any perIOn other
than a local ,ovemmentaJ 't or the metropolitan waste control commission.
SuM I J. "'School . . ct" has the mean.iD& pven it by section 120,02, subdivi-
sions 14 and 15, and includes any independent or spccia1sehool district whose .dmini!l.
trative offices I.R located wi ' the metropolitan area u of April 3, 1976.
History: 1976 c 12711,' 977 c J47 s 68; 198$ t 148 I 70,' 1986 c 460 156; 1987 c
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This update provides back ound information about the Washington School Playground
and Ball Field and describ s the property improvements undertaken in 1991 and proposed
for 1992. It also summari s a long-range plan for ensuring that the property is dedicated
for park purposes.
BACKGROUND
Planned Disposition. As required by law, the school district adopted a five-year capitol
facility plan (June 27, 1991), Included in this plan was the disposition of the Washington
School property. Intereste buyers have contacted the school district, and negotiations are
in progress. Interested bu rs need to be informed that the community wants this ball field
and playground dedicated or park purposes.
Future Use. The Stillwat r Area School District, along with the City of Stillwater and
the Preservation Alliance f the Minnesota Historical Society have organized a Minnesota
Preservation Commission onsultation Team to do a feasibility study on adaptive reuse of
the property which include. the playground and ball field All members of the community
are invited to provide inpu~ to this study. The consultation team needs to be informed that
the community wants this 'all field and playground dedicated for park purposes.
Community Support an: Input. Community leaders, civic organizations, children,
teenagers, families and sen ors have strong opinions that this playground and ball field
continue to be in service to meet the needs of this community. Your written comments are
needed supporting this pro erty being dedicated for park purposes.
Support for the preser ation of the playground and ball field is strong.
Over 200 persons have sig ed a statement of support and additional residents will offer
support if called upon,
Persons with disabilities IT:. interested in Washington School Playground for many
reasons, such as off street aved parking, the wheel chair accessible picnic table, shade
trees, park benches and an. ntegrated play experience, .
Leadership and expertise 'om individuals and a community service organization are
assisting in further improv ments and preservation efforts. Following is a description of
improvements to date.
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To better serve the community, improvements were made last year and additional
improvements are in progress.
· Business owners, individuals and service clubs have said they want to do more to
make this ball field and playground more safe, accessible and enjoyable for persons of
various ages and ability levels.
· Individuals have offered to make donations and suggested a fund be started. It has also
been suggested that grant requests be written to purchase new equipment.
· We received a $100 donation from the Stillwater Elks Lodge and the School District
will apply this towards the purchase of "belt seats" and a "bucket seat" replacing the
metal horses.
· A new aluminum picnic table was donated by John Bourdaghs, Shorty's Cleaners,
Stillwater. This picnic table has a wheel chair accessible table top and will enhance
recreation for persons with disabilities.
· St. Croix Recreation, Stillwater, donated the labor to assemble and install the picnic
table.
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· The School District modified the rotted wood play structure to improve safety,
however, the structure still needs replacement/additions to make it usefuL
· The parking lot was expanded and paved. A sign was added directing parking.
· The ball field was graded and gravel added,
· Flowers were planted in the donated pots, and a small flower garden started.
· The Sentence to Serve Program kept weeds trimmed around the building, equipment
and fence, Their assistance would be appreciated again in the Spring, Summer and
Fall.
· City street and sidewalk improvements have made accessibility more attractive and
easier.
· A grant from Stillwater Valley Access Channel is being considered, and a video is in
the process of being produced which will provide audio and visual documentation of
use and support.
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Washington School Property Preservation
February 1992
2
1992 Proposed Improvements
The school district hasl been asked to improve its maintenance of the
property. It is of benefit to the community that this building and playground meet the
standards of the community and the school district as demonstrated by the grooming and
maintenance of other sch<><i>l-owned properties. Specifically, with approval from the
Stillwater Area School Board, painting preparation and a wheel chair path could begin
when the season permits.
Local citizens and busiqess and civic groups are dedicated to the quality of life in
this community and have sfid they will join efforts when specific requests are made.
The following specific businesses and organizations have volunteered to help:
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.
The Stillwater Elks Lodge is interested in purchasing a spring mounted riding.
horse and see-saw. B~th are designed for safety and movement. and for children with
various physical abili~f~~ Each has extra handles and a wide surface for seating.
These units are not insrued in, thus making a change in their location easily made.
The Stillwater Elks Lodge indicated that they would be interested in making a
financial contribution for a hard surface path to be made to the picnic area.
Home Decorating C~nter, Stillwater, has offered to provide consultation and
discounted paint to increase the attractiveness and preservation of the window frames of
the adjoining school bqilding.
Sentence to Serve Prpgram, Washington County, is available to provide labor for
the painting project. qvic groups and community members have volunteered to assist
Action Rental, Stillw~ter, has donated use of scaffolding.
Abrahamson Nursery, Stillwater, has offered to be available to suggest low
maintenance scrubs an~ a shade tree that would add to the enjoyment of the playground
and picnic area. and in 'cated there may be scrubs and trees that were wintered this year
that could be donated.
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.
.
.
.
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Junker Landscaping Stillwater, offered wood beams and sand as improvements if
sand landings are need .
Rose Floral and Ga den Center, Stillwater, has offered to donate flowers, and
volunteers are interest in planting the flower garden.
.
Courage Center, Still ater, will make recommendations for handicapped accessible
equipment
!
Riding Horse and S~e-Saw are needed, Contributions are being organized to
purchase a riding horse and see-saw. Each are designed for safety and movement. and
for children with vario s physical abilities. Each has extra handles and a wide surface
for seating, These uni are not installed in concrete thus making a change in their
location easily made.
· The Bird House, 0 Park Heights, is interested in donating bird feeders and
discount feed, and loe bird enthusiasts want to promote bird watching at the site.
Birds are attracted to a ravine one half blockfrom the site.
.
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Washington School Property Pres rvation
February 1992
3
Long Range Plan
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Community leaders and citizen volunteers are aware of the vital role that recreation and
open space play in the quality of life. If, in the future, the community is so fortunate as to
acquire this playground and ball field, or is given permission by the school district to make
major improvements, the generosity and leadership of individuals, civic groups and
community volunteers will work together for the creation of a community built park.
· The Stillwater Elk's Lodge has indicated interest in sponsorship of a community
park at the Washington site if permission is granted from the school district or new
property owner for improvements, or if the community acquires the playground and
ball field.
· Other civic groups dedicated to the needs of children, teens, families and seniors are
interested in joining efforts for this community project.
· Grant money is available. A proposal is being drafted for the purpose of soliciting
grant money for improvements and equipment.
· Other Communities that have built parks are happy to share their resources, success
stories and experience. The following is a list of locations with community built parks:
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- Deerwood
- Monticello
- Forest Lake
- Duluth
- Bumsville
- Moundsview
- Maple Lake
- Blackduck
- Esko
- St. Paul
- Bloomington
If in the future the community is so fortunate as to have Washington School playground ~ I
and ball field dedicated for park purposes-the generosity and leadershipgf. individuals,
civic groups and community volunteers will work together for the creation of a communit ~ I
built park.
A reminder: A letter from you will have positive influence. Even a sentence or two from
you will help preserve this valuable community asset.
Please send your comments to:
Judy Gulden
218 N. Martha
Stillwater, MN 55082
Thank you!
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February 1992
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March 4, 1992
John W. Diers
Chairman
Minnesota Transportation Museum, Inc.
2500 West 54th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55410
Dear Mr. Diers:
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The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission is deeply
saddened by the decision of the Minnesota Transportation
Museum to suspend the scheduled operations for the 1992
season. The trains are a positive attraction in our
Downtown which draws local residents, families and visitors
who are truly interested in the historic interpretation of
our beautiful community. The trains are a working bit of
our past which compliments our historic district.
The Commission hopes the MTM operation in Stillwater,
especially the home of 328, has a positive future. We would
at least like to see 328 in Stillwater according to the
provisions of the Lease Agreement for the three regularly
scheduled periods annually.
If we can assist you in any way, please call. Thank you.
Sincerely,
A Preservation Advocate
Jeff Johnson
Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission
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STillWATER
AREA SCHOOLS
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Effective Learning Through Excellence in Education
1875 SOUTH GREELEY STREET
STillWATER, MINNESOTA 55082
430-8200 · V-TOO
February 26, 1992
(Dictated February 22, 1992)
Judy Gulden
218 N. Martha Street
Stillwater, ~W SS082
Dear Judy:
This letter is in response to your earlier correspondence
providing me with an update on the progress that you, interested
citizens, and the school district has made in updating the play-
ground area at Washington School.
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I congratulate you on the leadership you have shown in this
development and join in your enthusiasm that the playground has
become more accessible, more attractive, and safer to use than it
was in its previous condition.
I think you should be made aware of two particular activities
pertaining to the potential disposition of the Washington School
site. First of all the Board and administration has decided not
to include Washington School in the Phase I Adaptive Reuse Study
of our buildings. The primary reason for this is that we have
found to enter into a contract with the Minnesota Preservation
Alliance can become a fairly expensive endeavor. Due to the fact
that we have already received inquiries pertaining to the
potential sale and development of Washington School, a
determination has been made that the school does not need to be
studied in this initial phase.
A second thing of which you should be aware is that the initial
contacts made of the school district have been in terms of
selling the total piece of property and not just the school
itself. How this plays out in an eventual transaction of course
still needs further discussion.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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STEVE ZINNEL
SUZANNE THOMSEN
Clerk
LYMAN GEARY
KAREN ROSE
Chairperson
Director
Director
LOUISE JONES
LYNN SCHMIDT
ROLAND BUCHMAN
DAVID WETTERGREN
Vice Chairperson
Treasurer
Director
Superintendent
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TO:
NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS OF WASHINGTON SCHOOL
PLAYGROUND AND BALL FIELD
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FROM:
Judy Guldeb
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SUBJECT: REQUES-r FOR COMMENTS TO IMPROVE AND PRESERVE
THE PROPERTY
,
DATE: February 2]" 1992
The Washington School pI yground and ball field play an integral role in the quality of life
in this community. This m~lti-purpose playground (at North Everette and Mulberry
Streets) is currently used by people of all ages. The community is actively making
improvements to enhance ~d expand its use to meet the needs of children, families,
teenagers, and seniors serv~ by the area. Preserving the property and designating its use
for park purposes would bepefit the community by ensuring that this property continue to
serve as a recreation area.
The purpose of this corresE' ndence is to provide you with an update of recent activities and
plans and, even more impo tly, to request that you participate in efforts to improve and
preserve this valuable com unity resource,
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The Stillwater Area SChOO!~iStrict, ong
Alliance of the Minnesota ljiistorical ie
Commission Consultati d
which includes the pI
provide input to this stud
wants this ball field an
It is very important fa this ball field and playground to be dedicated for
park purposes! Your pinion can have a positive influence.
. the City of Stillwater and the Preservation
ave organized a Minnesota Preservation
ility study on adaptive reuse of the property
II members of the community are invited to
eam needs to be informed that the community
ground dedicated for park purposes.
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Please take a few minutes t read the attached information and to write a letter of support
for this effort. Even a sent nce or two from you will help preserve the Washington School
Ball Field and Playground. A pre-addressed envelope is attached for your convenience.
Please don't hesitate to con act me for more information or if you have suggestions or
comments.
Please Act Now! Co unity input to the Consultation Team is essential.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Q.t1O'I:J~u/(\.-
Ju# Gulden
218 N. Martha
Stillwater, MN 55082
Telephone: 439-8368
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qjP'1JJ2l.PE: WASHINGTON SCHOOL
e PLA YGROUND AND BALL FIELD PRESERVATION
This update provides background information about the Washington School Playground
and Ball Field and describes the property improvements undertaken in 1991 and proposed
for 1992. It also summarizes a long-range plan for ensuring that the property is dedicated
for park purposes.
BACKGROUND
Planned Disposition. As required by law, the school district adopted a five-year capitol
facility plan (June 27, 1991). Included in this plan was the disposition of the Washington
School property. Interested buyers have contacted the school district, and negotiations are
in progress. Interested buyers need to be informed that the community wants this ball field
and playground dedicated for park purposes.
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Community Support and Input. Community leaders, civic organizations, children,
teenagers, families and seniors have strong opinions that this playground and ball field
continue to be in service to meet the needs of this community. Your written comments are
needed supporting this property being dedicated for park purposes.
Support for the preservation of the playground and ball field is strong.
Over 200 persons have signed a statement of support and additional residents will offer
support if called upon.
Persons with disabilities ac'"e interested in Washington School Playground for many
reasons, such as off street paved parking, the wheel chair accessible picnic table, shade
trees, park benches and an integrated play experience.
Leadership and expertise from individuals and a community service organization are
assisting in further improvements and preservation efforts. Following is a description of
improvements to date.
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Washington School Property Preservation
February 1992
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1991 Donations and Improvements
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To better serve the commuqity, improvements were made last year and additional
improvements are in Progt~ss.
· Business owners, indi 'duals and service clubs have said they want to do more to
make this ball field and playground more safe, accessible and enjoyable for persons of
various ages and ability I levels,
.
Individuals have offere<il to make donations and suggested a fund be started. It has also
been suggested that grata requests be written to purchase new equipment.
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We received a $100 dOrj.ation from the Stillwater Elks Lodge and the School District
will apply this towards the purchase of "belt seats" and a "bucket seat" replacing the
metal horses. .
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A new aluminum picnl' table was donated by John Bourdaghs, Shorty's Cleaners,
Stillwater. This picnic ble has a wheel chair accessible table top and will enhance
recreation for persons ith disabilities.
,
.
.
.
St. Croix Recreation, Stjillwater, donated the labor to assemble and install the picnic
table. !
The School District mo9illed the rotted wood play structure to improve safety,
however, the structure s ill needs replacement/additions to make it useful.
· The parking lot was ex anded and paved. A sign was added directing parking.
.
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· The ball field was grad and gravel added.
.
Flowers were planted i the donated pots, and a small flower garden started.
The Sentence to Serve Jj>rogram kept weeds trimmed around the building, equipment
and fence. Their assisutnce would be appreciated again in the Spring, Summer and
Fall. ,.
Ci~ street and sidew improvements have made accessibility more attractive and
eaSler,
A grant from Stillwaterr alley Access Channel is being considered, and a video is in
the process of being pr uced which will provide audio and visual documentation of
use and support.
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Washington School Property Prese vation
February 1992
2
1992 Proposed Improvements
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The school district has been asked to improve its maintenance of the
property. It is of benefit to the community that this building and playground meet the
standards of the community and the school district as demonstrated by the grooming and
maintenance of other school-owned properties. Specifically, with approval from the
Stillwater Area School Board, painting preparation and a wheel chair path could begin
when the season permits.
Local citizens and business and civic groups are dedicated to the quality of life in
this community and have said they will join efforts when specific requests are made.
The following specific businesses and organizations have volunteered to help:
· The Stillwater Elks Lodge is interested in purchasing a spring mounted riding
horse and see-saw. Both are designed for safety and movement. and for children with
various physical abilities. Each has extra handles and a wide surface for seating.
These units are not installed in, thus making a change in their location easily made.
· The Stillwater Elks Lodge indicated that they would be interested in making a
financial contribution for a hard surface path to be made to the picnic area.
· Home Decorating Center, Stillwater, has offered to provide consultation and
discounted paint to increase the attractiveness and preservation of the window frames of
the adjoining school building.
· Sentence to Serve Program, Washington County, is available to provide labor for
the painting project. Civic groups and community members have volunteered to assist.
· Action Rental, Stillwater, has donated use of scaffolding.
· Abrahamson Nursery, Stillwater, has offered to be available to suggest low
maintenance scrubs and a shade tree that would add to the enjoyment of the playground
and picnic area. and indicated there may be scrubs and trees that were wintered this year
that could be donated.
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· Junker Landscaping, Stillwater, offered wood beams and sand as improvements if
sand landings are needed.
· Rose Floral and Garden Center, Stillwater, has offered to donate flowers, and
volunteers are interested in planting the flower garden.
· Courage Center, Stillwater, will make recommendations for handicapped accessible
equipment.
· Riding Horse and See-Saw are needed, Contributions are being organized to
purchase a riding horse and see-saw. Each are designed for safety and movement. and
for children with various physical abilities. Each has extra handles and a wide surface
for seating. These units are not installed in concrete thus making a change in their
location easily made.
· The Bird House, Oak Park Heights, is interested in donating bird feeders and
discount feed, and local bird enthusiasts want to promote bird watching at the site.
Birds are attracted to a ravine one half block from the site.
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Washington School Property Preservation
February 1992
3
Long Range Plan
Community leaders and cit!lzen volunteers are aware of the vital role that recreation and
open space play in the quality of life. If, in the future, the community is so fortunate as to
acquire this playground and ball field, or is given permission by the school district to make
major improvements, the g~nerosity and leadership of individuals, civic groups and
community volunteers will work together for the creation of a community built park.
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.
The Stillwater Elk's odge has indicated interest in sponsorship of a community
park at the Washington site if permission is granted from the school district or new
property owner for imp ovements, or if the community acquires the playground and
ball field.
.
Other civic groups de . cated to the needs of children, teens, families and seniors are
interested in joining effprts for this community project.
Grant money is avail~ble, A proposal is being drafted for the purpose of soliciting
grant money for improrvements and equipment.
Other Communities that have built parks are happy to share their resources, success
stories and experience. I The following is a list of locations with community built parks:
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.
.
- Deerwood
- Monticello
- Forest Lake
- Duluth
- Burnsville
- Moundsview
- Maple Lake
- Blackduck
- Esko
- St. Paul
- Bloomington
If in the future the commw ity is so fortunate as to have Washington School playground
and ball field dedicated for park purposes-the generosity and leadership of individuals,
civic groups and communi v volunteers will work together for the creatior. of a community
built park.
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A reminder: A letter from ou will have positive influence. Even a sentence or two from
you will help preserve this "aluable community asset.
Please send your comments to:
Judy Gulden
218 N. Martha
Stillwater, MN 55082
Thank you!
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Washington School Property Pres vation
February 1992
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tit Minnesota Telephone
(612) 436-7131
619 SECOND STREET, HUDSON, WISCONSIN 54016-1576
Serving Our Sponsor States on the St Croix
and Mississippi Rivers since 1965
MINNESOTA-WISCONSIN BOUNDARY AREA COMMISSION
Wisconsin Telephone
17151 386.9444
Office Hours: 8 A.M. .5 P.M. Monday.Friday
March 3, 1992
Dear Local Government Official:
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On behalf of the Minnesota-wisconsin Boundary Area Commission, I
am writing to you to introduce the Boundary commission's Land and
Water Resource Management Project for the Lower st. Croix River.
The project is sponsored by the Commission in partnership with
the University of Minnesota. The project will directly affect
local units of government along the Lower st. Croix River and
that is why I am writing to you.
The enclosed brochure describes the steps in the Land and Water
Resources Management Project --- to investigate and document
changes in land and water surface use along the river since the
time of settlement and since adoption of the 1976 Lower st. Croix
National Scenic Riverway Master Plan; to evaluate the
effectiveness of Riverway designation and management in
protecting the resource; to develop a program of river and
watershed stewardship; and to include in this process private
landowners, recreationists, river managers, local government, and
others who are "stakeholders" within and near the Riverway.
Many of you may remember the activities of the st. Croix River
Intergovernmental Planning Conference some 20 years ago. It
evolved from strong, strictly voluntary, local initiative and
resulted in strong local protection of the natural and scenic
qualities of the river valley. This new project will also
explore the possible creation of a new working relationship among
local units of government and river agencies. It will also seek
effective ways for local government to carry out strategies that
provide stewardship of the river by individual communities or, on
a more regional basis, through community partnerships.
To begin these discussions we invite you to attend one of the
upcoming "town meetings" in the valley (see enclosed notice). We
encourage you to participate in these meetings to learn about the
project and to help us begin an evaluation of current land and
water use management strategies along the Riverway. There are
other ways you can be involved and I would welcome the
opportunity to meet with your local councilor board to discuss
possibilities. If you have questions, please contact me at the
Boundary Area Commission. I look forward to meeting you and
hearing from you.
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s~relY ,
LJg"'- idr=~
Dan McGuiness
Administrative Director
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How Y 00 Can Participate
a We invite you to take an active role in this
,., project and in the future of the Lower St. Croix River by:
1. Attending informative project workshops to provide
feedback on project investigations;
3. Providing financial, volunteer, or technical support in
our development of a first-class video production about
"Stewardship of the Lower St. Croix River".
2. Joining project scientists, river managers, naturalists,
and others, in on-site tours to see firsthand the work that
is being done as part of this project.
4. Implementing an "adopt a river" project for a river
reach or watershed segment important to you.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Dan McGuiness, Program Manager
Minnesota-Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission
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619 Second Street
Hudson, Wisconsin 54016
Phone: 1 (612) 436-7131 (MN) or 1 (715) 386-9444 (WI)
Funding for this project approved by the Minnesota Legislature M.L. 91 Ch. 254, Art. 1, Sec. 14,
Subd. 3 ( e), as recommended by the Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources from the
Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund.
STEWARDSHIP
OF THE
LOWER ST. CROIX
RIVER
Osceola on the S1. Croix River by Mary Pettis Wirkkula, Osceola, Wis.
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e The Watershed
In the beginning there were no political
boundaries. Upland creeks, ponds, and lakes drained into
small streams. They, in turn, drained into larger rivers,
forming a pattern on the landscape. The area drained by
this system of streams and rivers is called its watershed.
Only in very recent history have we named these rivers,
mapped the landscape, and divided the watershed into
parts by establishing political boundaries.
As we settle upon, visit, and use this landscape,
we make decisions and implement actions which may
appear to us to change only a small part of the watershed.
But each change in a part of the watershed has an effect
on the whole.
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The Riverway
In 1972 another boundary line was created,
delineating and designating the Lower St. Croix National
Scenic Riverway. This ribbon of land and water runs for
52 miles through the heart of the watershed from Taylors
Falls-St. Croix Falls to the confluence of the Mississippi
and St. Croix Rivers.
This Riverway designation, established to
protect the river and adjacent land areas, resulted in
protective strategies, including acquisition of private
land, scenic easement acquisition, recreation facility de-
velopment, water surface use regulations, and state-
mandated but locally-implemented zoning to control land
use.
We now understand, 20 years later, that river
protection does not happen simply by designation or
decree. Federal and state designations and their pro-
_ective strategies only augment, not replace, steward-
ship activities and support from local government, land-
owners, and citizens who use and enjoy the resource.
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Stewardshi
of the Lowe St. Croix River
Protecti~n of the river is a tradition that preceded
its designation ~ a part of the National Wild and Scenic
River system. P~ople with diverse interests and from all
walks of lifelhave long expressed interest in this
resource. Durin the last two decades, however, this
interest has per aps become dormant as people began to
view the river a someone else's responsibility. It is now
time to renew a d rebuild the long-standing tradition of
stewardship tha local citizens, landowners and visitors
demonstrated pr~or to Riverway designation.
As a "*akeholder" affected by what happens
within this watetshed and the riverway, we invite you to
become involved in an emerging project: Stewardship
of the Lower 1St. Croix River. This project, being
implemented b, the Minnesota-Wisconsin Boundary
Area Commissi n with assistance from the University of
Minnesota, will:
1. Investigate a~d document how the Lower St. Croix
River and its wa,ershed have changed and been impacted
by human settlexPent and subsequent land and water use
decisions;
2. Evaluate ho,+," effective Riverway designation and
management hasteen in protecting the resource; and,
3. Rebuild a fou. dation of "St. Croix Riverkeepers" and
implement a bro~d-based program of river and watershed
stewardship.
PUBLIC TOWN MEETINGS AND WORKSHOPS
ANNOUNCEMENT
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At this initial series of town meetings about stewardship of the
Lower st. Croix River, project researchers, scientists and river
managers will present brief summaries of their work, and we will
seek your comments, questions, opinions, and ideas about:
. The natural and cultural history of the Lower st. Croix
River and its watershed; how has human settlement affected
the natural resource base of this river and watershed?
. The scenic qualities of the Lower st. Croix River and its
watershed; how has the scenic character of the river valley
changed? Have perceptions of what is "scenic" changed?
. The designation of the Lower st. croix National Scenic
Riverway; How effective has the designation been in
protecting the natural, scenic and recreational resources of
the river? What has been the effect on local government,
landowners, businesses, recreational users, and others?
. The term "stewardship" means different things to different
people; What does it mean to you and what would you
consider essential components of a river and watershed
stewardship program?
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Information will be presented in the form of graphics and slide-
illustrated presentations. Discussions will be facilitated
within small-group sessions and your comments will' be recorded.
Meeting Locations, Dates, and Times
Sponsored by the Minnesota-wisconsin Boundary Area Commission
Locations
Dates (In Chronoloqical Order) Times
Afton, MN.
City Hall
Thursday, March 26, 1992 7 to 10 PM
st. Croix Falls, WI.
WI. Interstate Park
Saturday, March 28, 1992 9 AM to
12 Noon
stillwater, MN.
City Hall
Thursday, April 2, 1992 7 to 10 PM
Hudson, WI.
Phipps Center/Arts
Saturday, April 4, 1992 9 AM to
12 Noon
Taylors Falls, MN.
Community Center
Thursday, April 9, 1992 7 to 10 PM
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Denmark Township, MN. saturday, April 11, 1992
carpenter Nature Center
9 AM to
12 Noon
Prescott, WI.
City Hall
Thursday, April 30, 1992
7 to 10 PM
Osceola, WI.
city Hall
Saturday, May 2, 1992
9 AM to
l2 Noon
Marine on st. Croix, MN. Wednesday, May 6, 1992
City Hall (Upper Level)
7 to 10 PM
Please pre-Register - Return This Form to MWBAC, 619 Second
Street, Hudson, Wisconsin, 54016 or you can CALL (612) 436-7131
in Minnesota or (715) 386-9444 in Wisconsin
Name:
Address:
State: Zip:
Meeting Location(s) You will Attend:
Phone:
City:
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1992 PARK USE AS OF MARCH 4TH 1992
February 29th
April 8th
April 19th
May 1,2,3,
May 16th
May 16th & 17th
May 21st & 22nd
June 13th
June 20th
June 25th
June 27th
June 28th
July 5th
July 9,10,11,12.
July 14th
e July 18th
July 19th
July 29th
August 9th
August 29th
October 3,4,
Ball Tournament O'Brien Field
U.C.T. Brat Feed Lily Lake Parking Lot
Trinity Lutheran Church Sunrise Service. Pioneer
Millrood Fast pitch Tournament. Lily Lake
Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Pioneer
Art Fair Lowell Park
St.Croix Catholic Schools. Lily Lake & O'Brien
Dan Richmond. Lowell Park Gazebo
Teresa Dahl. Wedding pioneer Park
Jerry Serfling. Central Labor Union. pioneer Park
Ellie Sessler. Wedding pioneer Park
Sandy Greeder. Wedding Pioneer Park
Trinity Lutheran Church. Play & Picnic. Pioneer Par}
Lumber Jack Days. Lowell and pioneer Parks
Ann DuRoss. Sr. Picnic pioneer Park
Becky Stricland. wedding, pioneer Park
Frank Zimmerman. Family Reunion, pioneer Park
Minnesota Band. pioneer Park
Susan Stow. Sons of Norway. pioneer Park
Linda Bark. Wedding pioneer Park.
Art Fair. Lowell Park.
THERE WILL BE A LOT MORE COMING UP.
I WILL KEEP YOU UPDATED.
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THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA J
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
TO; MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM: ANN TERWEDO, PLANNER
DATE: MARCH 4, 1992
SUBJECT: MTM LEASE/ENGINE 328
I have attached the Lease Agreement for Engine 328 to the MTM which was signed
in 1976 for your review.
The Lease Agreement is for thirty years or until the the year 2006.
No.2. For any operations outside the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Area,
MTM will notify the City in advance and provide a schedule of any
operations away from the normal MTM operating site. (e,g, Has MTM
notified the City on their runs to Winona and other cities?)
No.3. After restoration, said locomotive will be made available with two
passenger carry railroad cars to the City during three regularly
scheduled periods annually. (This provision and No.5 and No.6 assumes
that the City will be operating Engine 328 with assistance from the MTM.
Has the City ever taken on this responsibility?)
No.7. MTM agrees to return said locomotive to the City at the expiration of
the lease period in a condition satisfactory and suitable for public
display or at such prior time at City.s option that said locomotive
becomes non-operational for a period exceeding two years. (Should we
require information on the present condition of Engine 328 and should
the City plan for the return of Engine 328 in fourteen years as stated
in Condition No.7?)
The Council may want a new Lease Agreement with MTM along with some specifics
on when 328 will be in Stillwater during the summer months and whose
responsibility it will be when the train is in town.
This information (and questions I raise) is being given to you because of the
recent announcement by MTM of their decision to terminate operations in the
City of Stillwater.
CITY HAll: 216 NORTH FOURTH STillWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121
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LEASE AGREEMENT
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The Minnesota Transportation Museum, Inc. (MTM), a
Minnesota non-profit corporation and an affiliate of the
Minnesota Historical Society, proposes to lease, restore
and operate former Northern Pacific Railway steam loco-
motive and tender No. 328 now owned by the City of Still-
water (City).
MTM desires to operate and display said locomotive
for historic, educational and other purposes in accordance
with the provisions of its Articles of Incorporation. The
City desires to have said locomotive restored and operational
for use and display by the City at selected times.
NOW THEREFORE IN CONSIDERATION of the rents and covenants
herein described, the City agrees to lease said locomotive to
MTM, and MTM agrees to take said locomotive for a period of
thirty (30) years from and after the 20th day of July ,
1976 until the 20th day of July , 2006, subj ect to
the following conditions and provisions:
I. MTM will restore said locomotive with its own funds
on a schedule dictated by the availability of such funds. The
restoration will be as historically accurate as possible, sub-
ject to requirements of applicable state and federal laws and
regulations.
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Excelt as herein provided, said locomotive
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when restored will be available to MTM to operate on its own
or other railroad properties in the State of Minnesota and
contiguous staies and provinces, in accordance with state
and federal reJulations applicable to railroad operations.
For any opera1ions outside the Minneapolis-St. Paul seven
county metroPo~itan area, MTM will notify the City in advance
and provide a chedule of any such operations away from the
normal MTM ope ating site. MTM will assume all liabilities
connected with MTM operation and agrees to save harmless the
City from any nd all claims for damages to persons or prop-
erty resulting from the use of said locomotive by MTM. In
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conjunction therewith, MTM agrees to provide a pOlicy of in-
surance naming the City as an additional insured with minimum
public liabili insurance coverage of $IOO,OOO per individual
claim, per occurrence and $IOO,OOO for property
damage All revenues derived from operations of
said locomotive by MTM shall be used in conformance with the
stated purposes of MTM in its Articles of Incorporation.
3.
After restoration is completed, said locomotive will
be made
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the City duri~g three (3) regularly scheduled periods annually.
Additional pas enger carrying cars may be provided by MTM at
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no additional charge to the City, subject to the needs of
the City and MTM's capability to provide such additional
equipment. Scheduled periods for City use of said locomotive
and equipment will be agreed upon between the City and MTM
during the prior calendar year. Each of these periods will
consist of ~ine day~, incorporating two weekends in each
period at the following times: The first period will be con-
cluded before the Memorial Day weekend; the second period
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will take place in the latter part of July and/or early
August incorporating Lumberjack Days weekend in Stillwater;
the third period will commence after the Labor Day weekend.
The City will assume all responsibility for contracting with
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any railroad company for movement of the locomotive and
passenger cars to and from the operating location selected
by the City. The City will also assume all responsibility
for contracting with the railroad or railroads over which
the City desires to operate.
4. During periods of City operation, the City agrees
to assume all responsibility for providing security for said
locomotive and all train equipment, securing all necessary
insurance, providing for all materials and services necessary
for train operation, and all other liabilities and requirements
connected with operation of said locomotive and other train
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leave the
between jh~ time said locomotive and equipment
MTM operJtlng site until said locomotive and
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equipment
equipment return to the MTM operating site. MTM will pro-
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vide technical advtce in the operation of said locomotive
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and train equipmen~ upon request by the City and, subject
to availability, lOll provide additional assistance as re-
quested by the Cit. MTM reserves the right to deliver
said locomotive a d train equipment to the City at Still-
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water, and also the right to return said locomotive and
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train equipment f110m Stillwater to the MTM operating site
after the City's se of said equipment.
5. When tht City is operating said locomotive and
equipment, the .CifY will determine all fees and admission
charges covering iperations by the City. MTM shall share
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City. The
all hold MTM harmless from any and all
claims for
persons or property resulting from
the City's
ion of said locomotive and passenger
carrying equipme t, whatever the cause for said claims.
In conjunction t erewith, the City shall cause MTM to be
named as an addi insured under any and all insurance
protection plans by the City covering operations of
said locomotive nd passenger carrying equipment by the
City.
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6. The City shall return said locomotive and all
MTM equipment to MTM at or before the expiration of each
said nine day period of City operation in the same con-
dition in which said equipment was received from MTM,
normal wear and tear excepted, and shall repair to the
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satisfaction of MTM any damage beyond such normaL wear
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and tear at the expense of the City.
7. MTM agrees to return said locomotive to the
City at the expiration of the lease period in a condition
satisfactory and suitable for static public display, or at
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such prior time at City's option that said locomotive be-
comes non-operational for a period exceeding two years.
This lease made this .;zo tf::j day of {1~_
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Ward Population Data
Ward Total 1990 1990 Pop.
Number Population Over 18
3611 2673
2 3631 2700
3 3285 2255
.4 3355 2270
Total 1990 Population of the CIty of Stillwater = 13,882
Total 1990 Population over the age of 18 = 9898
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THIS MAP IS BASED ON INFORMAll0N PROVIDED BY THE
MINNESOTA DEPNmoIENT OF lRANSPORTA11ON AND EDITED
BY THE WASHINGTON COUNTY SURVEYOR'S OffiCE. THE
COUNTY IS NOT RESPONSlBl! FOR ANY INACCURACIES.
REPROOUcnoN OF ANY POR11ON OF THIS MAP WITHOl/T
AUTHORIZAll0N FROM THE MINNESOTA DEPNmoIENT or
TRANSPORTAllON IS PROHIBITED.
MARCH J. 1992
prepared by:
WASHINGTON COUNTY SURVEYOR'S OFFICE
WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMeNT CeNTER
14900 61ST STREET NORTH
STILLWATER. MINNESOTA 55082
PHONE (612) 4JO-6875
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The Link-Up Program was designed to meet the special challenges that face today's
adolescents. The educational institutions serving youngsters in the 1980's and
1990's are challenged to "ensure equal access to an excellent educational program
in an intergrated environment so that students are challenged to reach their
highest intellectual potentialll (Mission Statement of the Minneapolis Public Schools).
This concept reflects the attitude and commitment of not only the Minneapolis
school system, but also the goals of educational systems throughout the state
and nation. It identifies not only the concern for educational excellence in academic
areas, but also for the increased quality of the environment in which those academics
are taught. The educators of today and tomorrow must continually address the
needs and uniqueness of each student while serving the demands of an increasingly
complex system. These aspirations and goals would sum up the situation most
parents would hope are avaiable to their children. However, something has gone
terribly wrong in the world of the cO!:'temporary adolescent.
Ten million young people have dropped out of high school since 1975. The cost
to the government is estimated at twenty billion dollars every year. Eighty-one
per cent of our prison 'population are dropouts (Data released by the National
Generation at Risk Bulletin). In 1981, the Minnesota C.E.T.A. Office published
a report Secondary School Dropout. The report concluded that dropouts faced
higher rates of chemical abuse, adolescent pregnancy, and unemployment. Those
youth who were fortunat~ in finding employment we.re paid lowerra,tes.:than those
who went on to complete high school. Youngsters that dropped out of school were
also found in those groups of youngsters that were at high risk for suicide.
Out of twelve million teenage girls in America, 680,000 will have babies this year.
One half of all welfare payments go to women who gave birth while in their teens.
Within two years, thirty per cent of teen mothers will have a second baby (Data
released by the National Generation at Risk Bulletin). The suicidal risk factor
for teens caught in this situation is currently under investigation by leading experts
in the field of adolescent suicides.
No adolescent problem confrcmting families. and communWes today is more agonizing
nor more devastating than suicide. This year alone: over 500,000 adolescents
will attempt to take their own lives, over 5,000 will succeed, and these will only
reflect numbers of documented attempts and completions (Data released by the
National Ceneration at Risk Bulletin). Researchers into adolescent suicides and
attempted suicides know that the number of reported attempts and suicides is much
Jower than the actual number of attemp s and completions.
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The University of Minnesota Adolescent Health Program released a report in
the Fall of 1987. The report on their findings of a study involving 36,284 Minnesota
youth in grades seven through twelve provided the following alarming results:
RESPONSES FROM: (Reported in per cent of all students responding.)
METRO OUTSTATE
Males
In the past month, have you felt:
Extreme stress and strain......... .27.3
Dissatisfied with Personal life....., .22.4
Life was uninteresting............. 19.8
Depressed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17. 6
In the past month:
I have thoughts about killing my-
self, but would not do so........ 17.4
I would like to kill myself......... 1.7
I would kill myself if I had the
chance........................... 2.0
Attempted suicide in the past year., 3.1
Attempted suicide more than a year
ago. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. 6
Fema les Males Females
28.3 22.5 23.7
25.2 21.9 22.7
21.4 23.4 22.7
21.1 17.8 18.9
28.5 12.5 24.3
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6.6 2.3 5.6
9.4 2.6 7.6
The youngsters in these risk groups dropouts, early-life pregnancies, and
adolescent suicides), have three things in common: LOW SELF-ESTEEM, POOR
LIFE COPING SKILLS, and a LACK OF A PEER SUPPORT NETWORK. These
same elements are common in the profi es of youngsters struggling with chemical
abuse and addiction.
Sutdents who are potential dropouts t4 nd to follow certain patterns in schools,
usually from an early age. They tenc to have high levels of absenteeism and
poor grades. Potential dropouts gene ally view school in a negative way, have
few positive peer interactions, poor ccmmunication skills, low self-esteem, lack
of support networks, and have been t:iehavior probelms in school. On a national
level, suicide rates for youngsters wit" these characterisitcs have increased
over 300% in recent years. (The num ~r of adolescent suicides continue to rise
despite the data that there are fewer Iroungsters in this age group.)
The problems associated with adolescer t suicide are not confined to inner-city
school districts. The suicides in Marshall, Minnesota, Roseville, Blaine and
elsewhere only illustrate the need to a~dress this problem in an aggressive effort
in all areas. Students who are at risk of becoming school dropouts because of
low academic achievement are not the I nly youth at risk.
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Students who are high achievers ar-e al,"o at r-lsk. They face pressure to constantly
achieve high goals. These youth are often in friendships that ar-e competitive and
leave little room for- the youngster to n ake errors or- fail, adding increased pressur-e
to an already stressful situation. Tho! e students who face choices r-elated to college
and the thoughts of going onto another- four- years of unending stress often feel
overwhelmed and see suicide as the onl\' alter-native left to them that will end the
pressure to constantly do more than th individual can accomplish.
Students who enter a school after- the C eptember opening often find it more difficult
to establish peer support. Fr-iendships are already established, and it is hard to
break into established groups. The sallle dilemma faces youth who are entering
a new school, or a school for their seVI nth and eighth grades have to adjust to
two new schools during stressful peri~~ of development that involve numerous
physical and psychological changes. Esch time these youngsters establish peer
support networks, or come close to tha goal, they are moved into a new setting
that disrupts the peer bonding that the have been able to develop. Those students
,that have good coping skills,. have a po itive self-image, and are able to establish
friends easily will face minimal problems in the tr-ansition. High risk youth, on-the-
other-hand. will find the changes extre nely devastating.
These youngsters need an opportunity tp develop healthy self concepts. They need
a chance to enhance their self-esteem tt rough positive peer support and self enriching
experiences. They need to learn how tIi) com~unica,te effectively with. their peers"
family, and other people that they enco! nter in their daily. lives. They need support
from their peers, family, teachers, and other they rely on as they grow, In order
to develop a healthy outlook on school and society in general. They also need to
deveiop these skills in order to survive the rigors of adolescence. The resources
available to these youth are limited. Of en, these high risk youngsters need services
that the school is unable to provide bee use of lack of funding, staff, and because
programs to deal with their problems arE non-existent. These youth need opport-
unities to interact with their peers in nc n-threatening environments. They need
to learn how to ask for help when they I'leed it. They need to learn how they can
be contributing members of society. Th y youngsters need to learn coping skills
that will help them solve their dialy prol lems. High risk youth need to learn to
communicate their feelings. They need 0 understand how to establish friendships.
High risk adolescents need to learn how to identify their own worth and how they
fit into the broader scope of society.
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These youngsters need the opportunit to interact with other youth in order to
build the various skills that will ensur~ their normal development as well as their
survival in an increasingly complex SOl iety.
The Link-Up Program targets adolesce ~ts who are considered "at risk". Unfortu-
nately, there is no test that can be gi~en that will identify those youth who will
attempt to kill themselves or that will .ventaully take their own lives. It is clear
however, that youth who are from the high achievers group and the low achievers
group are most at risk. These youth ~en to lack peer support groups, or when
a group does exist, they are often unl ble to identify peer they would call close
friends. They often involve themselves in numerous school activities and athletic
sports, or they have no involvement ir extracurricular activities. Those youth who
have no peer group support often sit lone during school lunch periods, and when
croweded school conditions do not pern it sitting alone, the youngster will still
describe himself/herself as sitting alon~.
Link-Up is a copyrighted program tha't began in the fall of 1985. It was originally
called a "peer counseling" program. 1 he training which consisted ot twelve training
sessions, each lasting for one hour, w s held at a site away from the schools involved.
(Franklin Junior High School and Patri k Henry Senior High School were chosen
to be the pilot program schools).
The early model of the program met wi h much resistence. The parents were re-
luctant to have their children involved in a program that they felt might identify
them as nee~ing "counselingll or ~hera~ y as. they lnterprete.d the program., Youth
were concerned that they might be ide tified as being involved in treatment. The
schools were hesitant, although suppor ive, in having youngster involved in
.counseling" that might be more than tl1ey were trained or capable of handling.
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The name was changed to "Link-Up" to denote more of what the program was really
concerned with accomplishing. The foe us for peer-helping and peer-friendship were
reemphasized in the materials promotin~ the program. It was made clear that the
goal of the program was not to build 'Hmior counselors' but to help youngsters
establish friends and to identify resour~es that are available when a friend needs
more help or has problems that need al ult intervention.
The program was moved into the school~ and training was held in classroom right
after school. This eliminated the amou ~t of traveling the youth had to do when
training was held off site. It also gav access to use after-school activities buses
provided by the school.
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The number of training sessions were pared down tofive at the senior high level
and four at the junior high level. (T,e extra session at the senior high level
was used in identifying resources outside of the school setting, while at the junior
high level emphasis is on in-school resources only). Each week the youth are
taught skills that will help to build se f-esteem, provide peer support networking,
and teach life coping skills, those elen ents that 'high risk' youth need to know
in order to deal with the complex chal enges that face today's adolescents.
The youth who participate in Link-Up are selected differently in the high school
than those in the junior high school. Those in the junior high school are selected
by the school staff in consultation witt the Link-Up advocate. The class is selected
to include a balance of both high lead mic achievers, and youth who are not
doing as well in school. The senior high youth are self selecting. They are
recruited at school during lunch perioc s. the youth sign up to be in Link-Up
on their own. Once a list is compiled he list is gone over by the Link-Up advocate
and school personnel to make sure th~ e is a good mix of youth the same as in
the junior high selection. (The process varies somewhat in schools that have
opted to implement Link-Up during sch)Ol hours.) The two pilot schools were
selected in part because the junior hig, students at Franklin may eventually go
to Patrick Henry, making a transition ~ eriod much easier for these youth.
Many of the things that are covered in the training are geared to help the parti-
cipants in the group to get to know ea. h other. The networking begins w:ith, these
young people and will carryover to the se they reach out to in the school. The
group is taught how to give support to each otherby listening, caring and providing
friendship. They are asked to become familiar with resources available to young
people, so that if a youth needs adult ntervention or expert help in a given area
the youth can direct that person to an appropriate resource. If they are not sure
what to do with the person they are en r'ouraged to seek help from other youth in
the group, and to call on the Link-Up dvocate. The emphasis is on "we, not me',!
when it comes to helping each other.
After each training session, participant are given a training card identifying the
skills that are accomplished through the activities for that session. The popularity
of these cards is an indication of their mportance to the youth. They view the
cards as I sign of immediate reward for doing a good job. It is important to note
that for some of the youth this may be he first tangible indication that they are
doing I task that is meaningful and app eciated.
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1f the youngster completes all of the tr~ining sessions, they are given a member-
ship card and a certificate of completior. The program is designed to provide on-
going reinforcement for the youth that ~i11 identify them as important and worth-
. while people. The cards and other recl)gnition help to accomplish that goal. All
of the cities that have Link-Up have r-un articles on the program to help rcognize
the youth, and the Mayor of each city ,as also written a congratulatory letter to
participants. The Governor has also witten letters commending students who con-
tinue to help others through Link-Up beyond their training period.
The youth who complete thetraining are used in several ways in school. They may
be asked to show a young person who i. new to the school, to their classes, or asked
to help the new student get acquainted with other youngsters in the school. They
may be asked to sit next to a student v ho is isolated or who is not fitting into a
particular classroom. But most importar t, the youth who complete the program are
asked to continue networking and reach ng out to other youth so that there is a
strong commitment of young people help ng other young people.
It is important to mention that some youth may come to the training and then miss
a training session. They can come bad in anothergroup and pick up the session
they missed in or-der to complete their training and to graduate from the pr-ogram.
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It is important not to let the absence pr event the youth from participation in Link-
Up. It is also important to keep in mind that for some youth the youth that they
go through thetrainingwith may be thei only' support network among their peers,
so it is important to provide opportuniti s for that group to get together period-
ically, whether it is through continued raining involvement, meeting over lunch,
or just setting up times for reunion of that group (this is particularly important
for- the schools that run the training during the school day). Some of the youth
may not be outgoing enough to do much outreach even after training, it is important
that they are still able to have contact, ith their Link-Up group.
The Link-Up program is a worthwhile me ve in the direction of helping young people
to come a strong part of building their- (wn community into an integral part of the
broader community. Ther-e is a lot of media coverage and discussion about the young
people who are into trouble causing beh. vior. The students who participate and
complete Link-Up training are doing muc~ to help build a better community, a strong
positive image of caring, and a better sc cial setting.
There is not much recognition in compar son to the service that these youngsters
provide to high risk youth and to their peers, but it is a service that in the long
run will prove to have been instrumental in helping young people achieve the dreams
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that otherwise might have been lost because the youth had no friends, no support,
or no way to cope with the stresses that adolescents deal with on a daily basis.
Link-Up began in one neighborhood with two schools. "he demand for the program
has grown and it spread to five other cities in the first three years. The growth
of the program and the support it has received from the schools that are using
Link-Up only emphasizes the great need among our young people for this type of
intervention.
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