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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 Stillwater City NewsletterPhone: 612/439 -6121 CITY OF STILLWATER MAYOR HARRY D. PETERSON On the Beautiful St. Croix 216 North Fourth Street STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 FINANCE DIRECTOR - COORDINATOR NILE L. KRIESEL COUNCILMEMBERS: BARBARA AVISE ANN MARIE BODLOVICK JAY KIMBLE BRAD MAC DONALD SNOW REMOVAL WINTER 1984 CITY CLERK DOROTHY R.SCHNELL CITY ATTORNEY DAVID T. MAGNUSON The large, above normal, accumulation of snow that hit the Stillwater area at the very beginning of the winter season, coupled with the record cold weather that we have had (and are continuing to have) has made snow removal a very difficult process for the City's Public Works Department. This process becomes all the more difficult when vehicles are left on the streets during (and after) the snow fall. In order to help keep our streets as snow free as possible, the City is asking that all of its citizens cooperate by following the City's parking regulations listed below (also THINK SPRING!!!): 1) Calenda Parking - Except in areas designated as snow emergency routes, all persons parking vehicles on streets and highways shall park such vehicles according to the following system from December 1st through April 1st of each winter season. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on December lst and alternating each day until midnight April 1st, vehicles shall be parked on that side of the street or avenue which abuts the premises, whether improved or unimproved, that are or would be identified by odd and even numbered street addresses. On the days of the month which are odd numbered days, 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17, 19,21,23,25,27,29 and 31, vehicles shall be parked on the side of the street which residences have odd numbered street addresses. On the days of the month which are even numbered days, 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18, 20,22,24,26,28,30, vehicles shall be parked on the side of the street which residences have even numbered street addresses. Each day between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and midnight shall be a change -over period and the above provisions shall not be in force during such time. The term "day" shall designate a period beginning and ending at midnight. 2) Other Parking Regulations - No persons shall park or permit any vehicles to stand upon any highway, street, alley, city owned parking lot, or any other public property in the City of Stillwater for more than twenty -four (24) consecutive hours except in areas designated for such parking by signs erected by authority of the City Council and except in emergency situations where prior authorization for such parking has been obtained from the Chief of Police of the City of Stillwater. PARKING PERMITS The 1984 Downtown Stillwater parking permits are available at the City Clerk's Office, 216 North Fourth Street. These permits may be used at any ten hour meter in the parking lots. They may be purchased quarterly at $15.00, or for the entire year at $60.00. COUNCIL AGENDAS The agendas for all the regular City Council meetings are available to those wishing same upon receipt of your subscription with name and address and remittance in the amount of $6.00 sent to the City Clerk's Office, 216 North Fourth Street, Stillwater, 55082. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE CITY OF STILLWATER. MAYOR'S OFFICE HOURS Mayor Harry D. Peterson is continuing his policy of maintaining regular office hours at City Hall in order to be available to the public and city employees for discussion of City business at an easily accessible place. Other meeting times will be arranged by mutual agreement. Regular hours are: Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. Noon ,( Thursdays 1:00 p.m. 4 :00 p.m.: Mayor Peterson is also available by telephone. His home phone number is 439 -4150. BOARDS /COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENTS ANNOUNCED The City Council confirmed appointments of the following named Stillwater citizens to the boards and commissions indicated for terms ending December 31, 1986. Other members of these bodies continue their service each in three -year terms . Library Boar - Donald Hanson (New Appointment) Connie Casey (New Appointment) Helen Dybvig (New Appointment) Planning Commission - Josephine Vania (Reappointment) Douglas Seitz (Reappointment) Colleen Mlecoch (New Appointment) Board and Commission membership listings are available upon request at a nominal charge. SEWER RATE INCREASE Effective January 1, 1984, the sanitary sewer service charge for residential users will be as follows: The minimum charge shall be $36.00 for each three calendar months plus an average charge of $1.00 .for every 1000 gallons of water used in excess of 10,000 gallons per r�v.� -:c The overage charge will be based`on water usage for the first three calendar months of the year. MAYOR: CITY COORDINATOR: Harry D. Peterson at er Nile L. Kriesel COUNCILMEMBERS: Ann Marie Bodlovick Thomas Farrell Jay Kimble THE B I R T H P L A C E O F MINNESOTA FINANCE DIRECTOR: Brad MacDonald Betty J. Caruso FALL 19 8 4 David T Magnuson GENERAL ELECTIONS The General Election date is Tuesday, November 6, 1984. The following polling places will be open at 7:00 A. M. and close at 8:00 P.M. All of the First Ward, both First and Second Precincts, St. Paul's Lutheran Church Basement, located at South Fifth and West Walnut Streets; All of the Second Ward, both First and Second Precincts, First Methodist Church, located at Myrtle and Greeley Streets; All of the Third Ward, both First and Second Precincts, Washington School located at Mulberry and Everett Streets; All of the Fourth Ward, both First and Second Precincts, Lily Lake Elementary School, 2003 West Willard Street. All of the Fifth Ward, Stonebridge Elementary School, westerly extension of Elm Street. The candidates for the Municipal Elections are as follows: FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS: (Vote for Two) Thomas Farrell David "Choc" Junker Brad MacDonald Glenn Thompson If you are a Stillwater resident and have not pre- registered to vote or have moved (even within your precinct) by October 16, 1984 you may still register at the polls but proper identification must be provided to register at the polls. If you have any questions regarding voter registra- tion or the General Elections, please call the Washington County Auditor's Office at 439 -3220. If you need information on Absentee Ballots for the General Election, please direct your inquiries to Washington County. COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGED The City Council normally meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month. However, during November the Council will meet on Thursday, November 8, 1984 and(Tuesday, November 20, 1984),because the General Election will be held on the first Tuesday. DROP BOXES The drop boxes will be available at the Old City Dumpsite (County Hy. 12- west of Myrtle Street) from 8:00 A. M. to 4:00 P. M. October 20, 21, 27 and 28. The drop box services is included in the rate agreement between the City and Junker Sanitation, Inc. Therefore, fees or charges are not collected at dumpsite. Also, just a reminder that Junker Sanitation will collect and dispose of drain oil (as well as other types of refuse) if put in proper containers. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612 439 -6121 (over) DROP BOXES (continued The drain oil should be put in sealed or capped plastic jugs. Junker Sanitation collects drain oil during normal residential pick -up as well as at the old dumpsite on specified days. Please be prepared to show identification that proves you are currently a resident of Stillwater if you will be using the drop box service. POSTING OF SIGNS Ordinance No. 614 (Stillwater City Code Chapter 31.01) prohibits the posting of signs on any public way or public place such as light poles, telephone poles, building or structures, etc. Garage sales are popular at this time of the year and people are tempted to place signs or notices in conspicuous places (such as on utility poles which are usually, if not, always located on public right -of -way). Please remember two things - (1) Ordinance No. 614 and (2) take signs down immediately after the garage sale is over- regardless of whether the sign is on public or private property. DOG LICENSES The 1984 Dog Licenses are due on May lst. There are many cards in the current files that have not renewed their licenses for the year 1984 - they are renewable each year. If you had a dog licensed in the past and no longer have the dog, we would appreciate your letting us know so that we may remove the registration card from the files. Call 439 -6121 and give this information to the receptionist. BUILDING PERMITS We wish to call your attention to the fact that all building constructiin work in excess of $500.00 requires a building permit from the City of Stillwater and if you have any questions on this matter, you are asked to contact the City's Building Official's Office at 439 -6121. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS City Clerk's Office 439 -6121 Sewer and Refuse Billing 439 -6121 Public Works -Jack Shelton 439 -6121 Building Official 439 -6121 City Garage 439 -5933 Parks Department 439 -4561 Public Library 439 -1675 City Engineer - Ken Meister 439 -6121 Stillwater Police Stillwater Fire Dept. Water Department Wn. County Courthouse Lakeview Hospital Junker Sanitation All Emergency Number CITY OFFICE HOURS - The City Offices will be closed on Friday, November 23, 1984 439 -1314 439 -1313 439 -6231 439 -3220 439 -5330 439 -7135 911 (over) Phone: 612/4394121 CITY OF STILLWATER MAYOR HARRY D. PETERSON COUNCILMEMBERS: THCMA.S FARRELL ANN MARIE BODLOVICK JAY KIMBLE BRAD MAC DONALD GARBAGE RATE INCREASE SUMMER 1984 CITY COORDINATOR NILE L. KRIESEL CITY CLERK BONNIE J. KIRTZ CITY ATTORNEY DAVID T. MAGNUSON FINANCE DIRECTOR BETTY J. CARUSO During 1983 the City Council approved garbage rate increases for July 1, 1983 through July 1, 1985. The new monthly rates (effective July 1, 1984 thru July 1, 1985) are as ollows: Regular Dwelling Unit $ 7.60 Senior Citizen 6.45 Citizens are reminded that the Senior Citizen rate applies to dwelling units where not more than two (2) people reside and in which the male head of household is over 65, the female head of household is over 62 or either is retired by virtue of perma- nent disability, regardless of age. City policy also allows for a complete waiver of the rate for Senior Citizens in the event of a hardship. If you feel you qualify for the reduced rate or the waiver of-fees, please contact City Hall at 439 -6121. SUMMER CLEAN -UP Junker Sanitation will be providing drop boxes at the old dump site from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on July 21st and 22nd for summer clean -up. The old dump site is located on the north side of County State Aid Highway #12 (West Myrtle Street) between Boutwell and Deerpath Street. AMERICAN WIND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (AWSO The AWSO will be coming to Stillwater on August 4th for a three -day visit. The AWSO is housed on the Poilht Counterpoint II. The Point Counterpoint II is a unique floating arts center and museum with a theater and concert stage. The AWSO is being sponsored by various public and private (primarily private) organizations within the St. Croix Valley. The city officials and the .various sponsors are excited about having this unique vessel visit our community. They feel the AWSO will provide a form of entertainment and culture that will be very well received by the Stillwater residents. Further information regarding the AWSO will be made available through the local media. On the Bewutiful St. Craft 216 North Fourth Street STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 Summer 1984 UNPAID UTILITY BALANCES Any arrears on the enclosed bill if not paid by October 1, 1984, will be collected with your 1985 property taxes. A 10% penalty will be added to cover additional administrative expenses. BUILDING PERMITS We wish to call your attention to the fact that all building construction work in excess of $500.00 requires a building permit from the City of Stillwater and if you have any questions on this matter, you are asked to contact the City's Building Official's Office at 439 -6121. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS City Clerk's Office 439 -6121 Stillwater Police 439 -1314 Sewer & Refuse Billing 439 -6121 Stillwater Fire Dept. 439 -1313 Public Works - J. Shelton 439 -6121 Water Department 439 -6231 Building Official 439 -6121 Washington County City Garage 439 -5933 Courthouse 439 -3220 Parks Department 439 -4561 Lakeview Hospital 439 -5330 Ice Arena 439 -1337 Junker Sanitation 439 -7135 Public Library 439 -1675 ALL EMERGENCIES: 911 - To save a life, to report a crime, to prevent a crime, to report a fire. Phone: 612/439 -6121 CITY OF STILLWATER MAYOR HARRY D. PETERSON COUNCILMEMBERS: Tom Farrell ANN MARIE BODLOVICK JAY KIMBLE BRAD MAC DONALD On the Beautiful St. Croix 216 North Fourth Street STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 yy�yy,� / T SPRING 198 FINANCE DIRECTOR -COORDINATOR NILE L. KRIESEL CITY CLERK Bonnie J. Kirtz CITY ATTORNEY DAVID T. MAGNUSON BOARD OF REVIEW The Board of Review for the City of Stillwater will meet at City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street, on Tuesday, May 8, 1984, from 2 :00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment on said real estate for the year 1984. All persons wishing to be heard on said assessment will be heard at this time to present cause for having such an assessment corrected. DOG LICENSES The 1984 Dog Licenses are due by May 1st. Remember if you did not submit proof of rabies certificate last year, it will be necessary to have a current one when you make application for your new license this year. The license fee for both male and female dogs is $3.00. NO ANIMAL SHALL BE ALLOWED TO RUN AT LARGE IN THE CITY. DO IT YOURSELF BOOKL The Stillwater Inspection Department has a supply of an extremely informative book called "YOU CAN DO IT" published by the Council of American Building Officials. The book covers such areas as bearing walls, financing options, how to schedule the work, where to look for the proper materials, permit requirements and other pertinent information for those who may choose to do their own work. The cost of this book is $1.00 and is available at the reception desk at City Hall or from the Building Official, 216 N. Fourth Street (hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). BUILDING PERMITS We call your attention to the fact that all building construction work in excess of $500 requires a building permit from the City of Stillwater. If you have any questions in this area, you are asked to contact the City's Building Inspector's Office at 439 -6121. All contractors performing such work must be licensed by the City of Stillwater and if you wish to check out whether or not a given contractor is licensed, you may contact the City Clerk's office for this information. Hiring a licensed and insured contractor will give you protection in the case of faulty work done and a possible default claim. SPRING CLEAN -UP The drop boxes will be available at the old dump site from 8:00 a.m. to 4:0 p.m on April 28th it 29th May 5th and May 6th for Spring clean -up. The old dump site is located on tfnnorth side of Coun y a e Aid Highway #12 (West Myrtle Street) between Boutwell Road and Deerpath Street. Now is the time to get rid of all of those items that you have been saving but will never use. It is also a good time to be a good neighbor and clean -up that storage area or that messy yard that you were going to clean up last year. STREET ADDRESS NUMBERING The following is an excerpt from the Stillwater City Code Chapter 24.03 requiring the placement of address numbers on the principal building: Subd. 4. TYPE AND PLACEMENT OF NUMBERS. Each principal building shall bear the number assigned to the frontage on which the front entrance is located. In case a principal building is occupied by more than one business or family dwelling unit, each front entrance of such principal building shall bear a separate number. Numerals indicating the official numbers for each principal building shall be reflectorized and a minimum of three (3) inches in height and shall be posted at least five (5) feet from the threshold on a building surface and placed in such a manner as to be visible from the street on which the property is located. If there is a main entrance visible from the street, the numbers shall be placed within two (2) feet of that entrance. The numbering system is used for many reasons. One of the most important reasons is to give our Fire Department or Police Department an address that can be easily found in case of an emergency. It is, therefore, beneficial to you as a homeowner or business owner to conform to this ordinance. ACCESSORY APARTMENT LOAN Could you use the extra income or companionship a second living unit in your home might bring - an "accessory" apartment? If the answer is yes, a new loan program might be for you. The program uses funds from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency and is sponsored by the Metropolitan Council's Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA). Homeowners can apply for an accessory apartment loan if: - they occupy the home where the addition is to be made. - they live in an area permitting two - family residences. - the planned modifications meet all the zoning, housing and building codes. - the new unit is located within the original residence (which rules out garages). Mobile homes are not eligible. Only one accessory unit may be added to a single - family home. The owner must get the necessary permits from the city. The loan amount may be as much as $15,000, with 15 years to repay. Loans over $2,500 must be secured by a second mortgage; loans are due when the property is sold. Interest rates will vary from 3 to 11 percent, based on the homeowner's adjusted gross family income. The loans may be used for any construction needed to produce a new unit, but not luxury items such as saunas. The ioan may also be used for necessary related changes in the original unit. For further information on eligibility, call Metro HRA, 291 -6300; or Rosemary Fagrelius, 291 -6504. THE MAIN STREET PROGRAM The National Main Street Program has come to Stillwater. The Main Street Program is a two -year commitment by the city government and the downtown business people. The program is designed to assist in building the downtown's total image, not just physical but also how the people feel about downtown Stillwater and how they can work together to improve and maintain it. Four elements contribute to the total image and each is as important to the others. They are; organization, promotion, design and economic restructuring. The Main Street Program will address many different aspects regarding the downtown and input from you, as a citizen, will be welcomed. If you would like to know more about the Main Street approach, Michael Reabdon (Project Director ).is available_for group discussions or to answer any questions that you may have about the program. He can be contacted at 439 -6121.