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Home My WebLink About2014-05-06 CC MIN 'llwater Till OINTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES May 6, 2014 REGULAR MEETING 4:30 P.M. Mayor Harycki called the meeting to order at 4:36 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Menikheim, Kozlowski, Weidner, Polehna, Mayor Harycki Absent: None Staff present: City Administrator Hansen City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Harrison Fire Chief Glaser Community Development Director Turnblad Public Works Director Sanders City Clerk Ward OTHER BUSINESS Washington County - County Road 5 Construction Project Joe Gustafson, Washington County Transportation Engineer, gave a presentation on a County Road 5 Design Study of Pedestrian and Traffic Improvements from Croixwood Boulevard to Owens Street, and Linden Street to TH 96. He explained the study background and goals, problems, potential solutions, study progress to date, challenges, next steps, and anticipated outcomes. An open house will be held on May 28th from 5-7 p.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church. Public feedback will be used to further refine the project. Mayor Harycki asked if a traffic feedback sign could be placed to help curb speeding on County Highway 5, and Mr. Gustafson responded that a permit could be issued for such a sign. Councilmember Polehna asked if the project will look at traffic access to Myrtle Street from the south, and Mr. Gustafson responded that the County is looking at a potential turn lane at Brick Street. Councilmember Menikheim asked if the roundabout at Myrtle and Owens is still being considered, and Mr. Gustafson stated not now and that the County will look at it again once the new bridge is opened. Councilmember Kozlowski asked if signals will be added in this corridor, and Mr. Gustafson replied that the Pine Street/Stillwater Boulevard intersection is close to meeting warrants for a traffic signal. The rest of the intersections in the study area does not seem to warrant a signal. Councilmember Polehna thanked Washington County staff for trying to minimize impacts on the neighborhood. City Council Meeting May 6, 2014 Discussion on holding neighborhood meetings for annexation area City Administrator Hansen noted there is confusion about the 2015 annexation area and the annexation agreement,he suggested that neighborhood meetings be set up to address impacts and concerns. Council consensus directed staff to proceed. Fire Department Design Update John Huenink, Kraus Anderson, updated the Council on construction estimates. The project is on budget. The project total is currently $7,629,551. There will be two fairly major bid alternates - historic fire truck space, and two additional bunk rooms. All bids will be brought back to the Council for action. The bid award will be about six weeks from now. Dan Hottinger, BWBR, explained the sport court surface planned for the assembly hall as part of the Armory project. Doug Wild, BWBR, updated the Council on the design plans. Mayor Harycki asked Fire Chief Glaser if the plan, as proposed meets, the department's needs, and he indicated that the design is for 50 years out and should meet the department's needs. Staff is very pleased with the results so far. He feels the additional bunk rooms should be included. Councilmember Weidner felt that if bids came in reasonable that the extra bunks would be needed before the area to display a truck. STAFF REPORTS Community Development Director Turnblad indicated that on Monday, May 12, 2014, at 7 p.m., the Planning Commission and the Park&Rec Commission will hold a joint brainstorming session to discuss the master trail plan, coordinating input from the planner they have hired. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Harycki recessed the meeting at 5:32 p.m. RECESSED MEETING 7:00 P.M. Mayor Harycki called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Menikheim, Kozlowski, Polehna, Mayor Harycki Absent: Councilmember Weidner Staff present: City Administrator Hansen City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Harrison Fire Chief Glaser Community Development Director Turnblad Public Works Director Sanders City Clerk Ward Page 2 of 6 City Council Meeting May 6, 2014 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Harycki led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Possible approval of April 15, 2014 regular meeting minutes and April 23, 2014 special meeting minutes Motion by Councilmember Polehna, seconded by Councilmember Menikheim, to approve the April 15, 2014 regular meeting minutes and April 23, 2014 special meeting minutes. All in favor. PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS Proclamation: Stillwater Junior High School - H2O for Life-Water for South Sudan Day Mayor Harycki read a proclamation designating May 20, 2014 as Stillwater Junior High School H2O for Life-Water for South Sudan Day. Stillwater Junior High School student Nicole Buchman thanked the Council and presented a video explaining the project to raise funds for water for South Sudan. Presentation of Bond Rating Plaque - Dave MacGillivray, Springsted Dave MacGillivray, Springsted, presented the City and Finance Director Harrison a plaque showing the high AA credit rating that the City achieved. Presentation of Heritage Preservation Commission Annual Awards Heritage Preservation Commission Chairman Brian Larson explained the work of the Commission and its annual award process. May is National Preservation Month. He presented awards to the following winners: • Chris Rustad and Vicky Simon for residential rescue and restoration; • The HAF Group for construction of a new commercial structure; • St. Johns Lodge No. 1 for façade restoration; • Candyland Inc. for façade restoration; and • Howard Lieberman for personal contributions to preservation efforts within the City of Stillwater. Mr. Lieberman thanked the Council and stated he cares deeply about historic preservation and the City. Certificates of Appreciation - Boards and Commissions Mike Robertson accepted a Certificate of Appreciation for his service on the Human Rights Commission. Mayor Harycki recognized Certificates of Appreciation to be awarded to Dwayne Nelson, Dorothy Molstad, and John Brach. OPEN FORUM There were no public comments. Page 3 of 6 City Council Meeting May 6, 2014 CONSENT AGENDA Resolution 2014-068, directing payment of bills Resolution 2014-069,possible approval of Sign Retroreflectivity Policy Resolution 2014-070, approving new tobacco license to Stillwater Tobacco Shop, Inc. (Shaesta JanetKhan applicant) Resolution 2014-071, authorizing the city to apply for Conditional Use Deeds of tax forfeited lands Possible approval of temporary liquor license— Stillwater Public Library Foundation—July 4, 2014 Resolution 2014-072, abating special assessments Possible approval to purchase recycling containers for Lowell Park & Plaza Possible approval of Fireworks Permit—Dollar Tree#4375 Possible approval of Fireworks Permit—Cub Foods Possible approval to purchase Newstripe Line Marking Machine- Public Works Resolution 2014-073, approval of North Star Grand Prix special event and contract Resolution 2014-074, approval of Rivertown Art Fair special event and contract Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, seconded by Councilmember Polehna, to adopt the Consent Agenda. Ayes: Councilmembers Menikheim, Kozlowski, Polehna, and Mayor Harycki Nays: None PUBLIC HEARINGS Case No. SUP/2014-7. A public hearing to consider a Special Use Permit and Variance request for the addition to the existing Hotel Facility,creating a newprimary entrance located at 101 Water Street South. (Continued from 3/18/2014, 4/1/2014) Community Development Director Turnblad explained that the applicant has requested that this be continued to the next meeting, May 20, 2014. Mayor Harycki opened the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, seconded by Councilmember Polehna,to continue the public hearing for Case No. SUP/2014-7 to the May 20, 2014 meeting. All in favor. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Possible second reading of Ordinance 1065, an ordinance amending Chapters 38 and 52 of the Stillwater City Code City Attorney Magnuson explained that Chapters 38 and 52 define noise and nuisance behavior and provide for a general prohibition against unreasonable noise and against urination in public. Motion by Councilmember Menikheim, seconded by Councilmember Polehna, to adopt Ordinance 1065, amending Chapters 38 and 52 of the Stillwater City Code. Ayes: Councilmembers Menikheim, Kozlowski, Polehna, and Mayor Harycki Nays: None Page 4 of 6 City Council Meeting May 6, 2014 NEW BUSINESS Possible approval of appointment to Library Board(Tabled from April 15 Meeting) Mayor Harycki noted that the Library Board of Trustees passed a motion recommending the appointment of Doug Menikheim to the open seat on the Board. Motion by Mayor Harycki, seconded by Councilmember Polehna, to adopt Resolution 2014-075, Appointment to Library Board. Ayes: Councilmembers Kozlowski, Polehna, and Mayor Harycki Nays: None Abstain: Councilmember Menikheim Discussion on the naming of the Stillwater Barge Property City Clerk Ward explained that the Parks Commission discussed the naming of the Stillwater Barge Property (Aiple Property) and suggested having a community-wide contest to name the park. The Commission recommended unanimously not to name the park after a person. Councilmember Polehna added that staff would promote the contest through Facebook and provide an online "name that park"form on City's website. A committee could narrow the names to present to the Council for a final decision at a future meeting. Discussion on meeting between MnDOT and Highway 36 properties City Administrator Hansen recapped the meeting between MnDOT and Highway 36 property owners concerned about the plan to eliminate the right-in, right-out highway access near Joseph's Restaurant. Mayor Harycki pointed out that MnDOT agreed to leave the south access open unless a serious incident occurs. Businesses on the north side want to be treated the same as those on the south side. He suggested the Council send a letter to MnDOT supporting leaving the right-in access on the north side as long as possible. Councilmember Polehna stated he could support leaving a right-in access if it can be safe, but is not convinced about leaving the right-out. When completed, traffic in that corridor will move a lot faster. It needs to be safe. Mayor Harycki stated the business owners at least want the right-in even if the right-out is eliminated. They would like the same consideration as the south side. Councilmember Kozlowski pointed out that MnDOT likely won't create a dangerous situation. Motion by Councilmember Kozlowski, seconded by Mayor Harycki,to direct staff to draft a letter in support of leaving the access open and send it to MnDOT and State Representative Lohmer. All in favor. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Councilmember Menikheim provided an update on the status of the Brunswick Building at 114 Chestnut Street. A walkthrough was conducted, revealing that the building is not being neglected Page 5 of 6 City Council Meeting May 6, 2014 Councilmember Polehna stated he and Councilmember Menikheim have been approached by beekeepers who are concerned about the use of an agricultural pesticide and would like the City to ban it. Mayor Harycki suggested that Councilmember Polehna talk about this issue with Washington County Commissioner Kriesel encouraging the County to consider the issue. Councilmembers Kozlowski and Polehna thanked everyone who attended the "Meet Your Heroes" event hosted by Youth Service Bureau. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Menikheim, seconded by Councilmember Polehna, to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m. All in favor. Ken H. 'Ski, Mayor ATTEST: "e9l)0A4 )r-N41AAMA-- Larry D. Hann, Acting City Clerk Resolution 2014-068, directing payment of bills Resolution 2014-069,possible approval of Sign Retroreflectivity Policy Resolution 2014-070, approving new tobacco license to Stillwater Tobacco Shop, Inc. (Shaesta JanetKhan applicant) Resolution 2014-071, authorizing the city to apply for Conditional Use Deeds of tax forfeited lands Resolution 2014-072, abating special assessments Resolution 2014-073, approval of North Star Grand Prix special event and contract Resolution 2014-074, approval of Rivertown Art Fair special event and contract Resolution 2014-075, Appointment to Library Board Ordinance 1065, amending Chapters 38 and 52 of the Stillwater City Code Page 6 of 6