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Home My WebLink About1989-01-03 CC MIN r REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES January 3, 1989 4:30 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Kimble (arrived at 4:40 P.M.), Opheim, and Mayor Abrahamson. None Absent: Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Comm. Dev. Director Russell Public Works Director Junker Consulting Engineer Moore Public Safety Director Mawhorter Finance Director Blazek Parks Director B1ekum City Clerk Johnson Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Press: Others: None r STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance Director - Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to authorize the purchase of a governmental accounting book for the Finance Di rector at a cost of $40.00. (A 11 in favor). 2. Public Safet~ Director - Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to adopt the appropriate resolution employing five part-time Police Officers, contingent on psychological and physical exams. (Resolution No. 8010) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Counci1member Kimble arrived at 4:40 P.M. Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to authorize a silent auction by the Police Dept. of unclaimed towed vehicles. (All in favor). 3. Public Works Director - Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to advertise for bids for a grader and loader for the Public Works Dept. (All in favor). r 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regu1 ar Meeting January 3, 1989 4. Community Deve10~ment Director - Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to authorize attendance of three Heritage Preservation Committee Members at a workShop on January 14 at a cost of $15.00 each. (All in favor). Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to authorize a letter to the Nominating Committee of the I.C.B.O. in support of Allen Zepper, Building Official, as a candidate for Board of Directors of the International Conference of Building Officials. (All in favor). ~osed Modification of Development Program for INCstar MotiOrlby Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution calling for a Public Hearing on the proposed modification by the City of the Development Program and the modification of the proposed Tax Increment Financing plan relating to INCStar. (Resolution No. 8011) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 5. 6. Darlene Liberty/Judith Olson case Council discussion followed regarding the complaint of Judith Olson, 218 No. Martha St., about the Liberty garage next door which has been in the building process for three years and the owner has added a second story. Mr. Russell stated the building is within guidelines. A suggestion was made that when residents apply for a building permit, they be advised of the rules regarding construction of buildings. Parks Director - No report. Consulting Engineer - r Feasibility Study, L.I. 254, Reconstruction of Portions of Mulberry, Sherburne I Wi11Tam Sts. Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution ordering a Feasibility Study for reconstruction of streets and utilities for portions of Mulberry St., Sherburne St., and William St. (Resolution No. 8012) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None ~ Engineer'S Schedule for Construction of Tuenge Dr. & 61st. St. Motion-by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to approve the schedule of City Engineer Moore as presented for construction of streets and utilities for Tuenge Dr. and 61st St. (All in favor). r 2 ~.. Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 3, 1989 7. City Attorney - Mr. Magnuson has been in contact with GAB regarding the sewer back-up claims in the Fairmeadows area. They will review the claims for payment after the sewer lines are televised. 8. Cits Clerk - Motion y Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to authorize the attendance of six employees from the Administrative Office at the Municipals Conference to be held the end of January at a cost of $25.00 per person. (All in favor). (' Brick Alley Restaurant Ms. Johnson reported that Mike McGuire has paid the 1989 $2,000 On-Sale Liquor License fee for the Brick Alley Restaurant and they are currently negotiating with individuals to open a restaurant at that site. 9. City Coordinator - Sale of Sur~lus Propertl from Fire Dept. Motion by Counc 1member Bod10vick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to accept the following bids for the sale of surplus property from the Fire Dept. as recommended by the City Coordinator: (All in favor). Bernie Peltier 3 cabinets @ 15.00 ea. 1 bunkbed @ 10.00 Paul Glaser 2 bunkbeds @ 10.00 ea. 1 cabinet @ 16.00 1 bed @ 20.00 1 bed @ 10.00 David C. Junker Salary Increase for Volunteer Firefighters Motion by Counci1member Bod10vlck, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution approving a salary increase for the Stillwater Vo 1 unteer Fire Dept. (Reso 1 ut i on No. 8013) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None; Abstain - 1, Counci1member Kimble. RECESS Council recessed the meeting at 5:23 P.M. Resolutions: No. 8010 - Employment of five part-time police officers. 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Press: Others: o OATH OF OFFICE FOR NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS OF COUNCIL City Clerk Johnson administered the Oath of Office to Roberta Opheim and Tom Farrell who were re-e1ected to a four-year term on the Council on November 8, 1988. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a subdivision of one lot into two lots at 514 and 518 West Maple Street in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist., James B1ichfe1dt, Applicant. Case No. SUB/88-72. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on December 23, 1988 and copies were mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Russell explained the lot was originally subdivided into two lots, and had been combined in one lot with one legal description. A home has been constructed on each lot, based on the original subdivision. Also, regulations require a larger lot size for a single-family residence, therefore, a variance is required. Discussion followed regarding concerns of the neighbors about drainage and damage to the curb in front of one of the homes during construction; and possible damage to a sewer line. Also a sewer service easement is required for 715 No. William St. Jim B1ichfe1dt, builder of the homes, stated it was an oversight on his part when they went onto the easement and agreed to fix the curb, take c 1 (' ('" r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting January 3, 1989 care of fixing the sewer line and is willing to bear all costs in order to get these problems straightened out. Mr. Russell stated the sewer easement should be restored to ten feet. Mike Madsen, 510 W. Maple St., was present to express concerns regarding drainage onto his property from the newly constructed homes. He stated he has had some water problems in his basement, but does not want more. Mary Wah1kirch, 518 Maple St., asked what happens if that sewer line is running under her basement and ten years from now, she has problems. Council answered this should be corrected when Mr. B1ichfe1dt fixes the sewer line. Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Farrell that Case No. SUB/88-72, a request for subdivision of one lot into two lots at 514 & 518 W. Maple St., James B1ichfe1dt, Applicant, be continued for up to six months until Mr. B1ichfe1dt can settle the drainage problems, the question of a possible broken sewer line and the easement for sewer. (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a Special Use Permit to construct a 7,200 sq. ft. auto and truck repair building on the southwest corner of Curvecrest and Industrial B1vds., Happy Thomsen, Applicant. Case No. SUP/88-73. Notice of the hearing was publiShed in the Stillwater Gazette on December 23, 1988 and copies were mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Russell explained Mr. Thomsen plans to build a truck. and auto repair garage in the Industrial Park, which requires a Special Use Permit. He further explained Mr. Thomsen will have a mansard around the entire top of the building and it will be compatible with other buildings in the area. There is also a landscape plan in place. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission approved the former plan with conditions and said the revised plan is an improvement. Council expressed concern that auto wrecks not be stored on the property and Mr. Thomsen said this would not be allowed. Long term parking would not exceed thirty days. Ned Windmiller, representing the Stillwater Medical Arts Building, expressed a concern about the look of the building and was pleased to see the changes. He also is concerned about outside storage and screening. He also stated some design standards should be developed for the Industrial Park. 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting January 3, 1989 Leonard Feeley spoke in support of Mr. Thomsen's plan, stating it fits into the area quite well and thinks it is a nice looking building. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to approve Case No. SUP/88-73, request for Special Use Permit to construct a 7,200 sq. ft. auto & truck repair building on the southwest corner of Curvecrest & Industrial B1vds, Happy Thomsen, Applicant, with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission and also, including a thirty-day limit to the condition regarding long term storage parking on site. (All in favor). UNFINISHED BUSINESS r 1. Discussion - Resubmission of Sewer Back-up Claims (Fairmeadows} to Insurance Co. Mr. Magnuson stated he has been in contact with the insurance adjusters and they will reopen the case and make a decision after the sewers have been televised. Council discussion followed regarding payment of the claims by the City and being reimbursed by the insurance company. Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to pay the claims relating to damages in the Fairmeadows area caused by a sewer back-up as recommended by the City Coordinator upon the receipt of assignment of claim to the City. (All in favor). Council recessed for fifteen minutes and reconvened at 8:50 P.M. NEW BUSINESS 1. Electing a Vice President for Council. Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to appoint Counci1member Opheim as Council Vice-President. (All in favor). CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to approve the Consent Agenda of January 3, 1989 including the following: (All in favor). 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 8009) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. License Applications: r 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting January 3, 1989 Donahue Construction, Inc. 1605 Main Street Hopkins, Mn. 55343 CONTRACTORS Gen. Contractor New McKenzie Construction 10924 Arcola Trail Stillwater, Mn. 55082 James M. Weber 1225 South Second St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Gen. Contractor Renewa 1 Gen. Contractor Renewa 1 TAXI Town Taxi Co. 2812 University Ave. S.E. Minneapolis, Mn. 55414-0784 Renewa 1 COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS r Mayor Abrahamson stated he had received a request from Jack Lux to serve Council in setting goals for the Industrial Park area. Also, Mayor Abrahamson suggested meeting with the City of Oak Park Heights to discuss mutual concerns regarding the Highway 36 area in the next month or so. Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Counci1member Kimble authorizing Mayor Abrahamson to establish a meeting with the City of Oak Park Heights regarding mutual issues facing the Industrial Park area. (All in favor). STAFF REPORTS (Continued) 1. City Coordinator Performance Reviews - De~t. Heads Motion by Councilmember Kimb e, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to set the date of January 17, 1989, 4:30 P.M., to complete the performance reviews for City Dept. Heads. (All in favor). 2. Community Development Director Letter to Congressmen Regarding Lower St. Croix Info Center (' 4 ('> Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting January 3, 1989 Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Opheim directing Community Dev. Director Russell to draft a letter from the Mayor and Council to Representatives and Senators in Washington regarding the establishment of funds for the Lower St. Croix River Area Information Center in the City of Stillwater. (All in favor). Mayor Abrahamson announced that State Senator Laidig and Representatives McPherson and Swenson will be at the Council Meeting on January 17. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to adjourn the meeting to Executive Session at 9:05 P.M. (All in favor). Resolutions: No. 8009 - Directing Payment of Bills. (' ATTEST: ~ ~ r 5 D"b, convened: Time convened: Time adjourned: R!CORD OF KltECOTIVE SESSION Tuesday, Janu~ry J, 1989 9:05 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Members absent: Members present: Hodlovick, Ki.mble, Opheim, Farrell a.nd Ma.yor /\.brahamson A1sopre"ent: None Purpose of E><ecutive session: 'I'D discuss labor relations negotiations. City Coordinator K~iesel, City Attorn~y Magnuson A~Llon taken: None Attest: ~;:eh !t:1</v'~ Clly Coord,.nator