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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING March 7, 1989 4:30 P.M.
The Meeting was ca 11 ed to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble (arrived at 4:30
P.M.), Opheim, and Mayor Abrahamson.
Absent: None
Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
City Attorney Ass't. Ilkka
Finance Director Blazek
Public Works Director Junker
Consulting Engineer Moore
Public Safety Director Mawhorter
Fire Chief Seim
Comm. Dev. Director Russell
City Clerk Johnson
Press: Sharon Baker, Stillwater Gazette
Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press
r Others: Jennifer Tschumper, Chamber of Commerce, Bob Ahmann
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the use of Pioneer and Lowell Parks by the Chamber of Commerce for Lumberjack
Days, July 20 - 23, 1989. (All in favor).
City Attorney Magnuson introduced Richard Ilkka, an attorney who has
joined his firm and will be assisting in City matters.
STAFF REPORTS
1. Finance Director - No report.
2. Public Safety Director -
First Readin~ of Ordinance Amending Calendar Parking Ordinance
Motion by Counci member Opheim, seconded by Council member BodloVlck for a
first reading of an amendment to the Calendar Parking Ordinance to exempt So.
4th St., between Pine and Oak Streets from the Calendar Parking Ordinance.
(All in favor).
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Councilmember Kimble arrived at 4:40 P.M.
Ratification of First Reading of Ordinance Amending Abandoned Vehicle
Ordinance
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to ratify
the motion of January 17, 1989 for a first reading of an ordinance amending
the Abandoned Vehicle Qrdinance in regard to towed vehicles. (All in favor).
the Police Dept. in the amount of
Car Telephone for Sergeant's Car
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to accept
the gift of a car telephone to be installed in the Police Sergeant's car.
(All in favor).
3. Public Works Director - No report.
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Community Develo~ent Director -
Council concurre with the request of Mr. Russell to schedule a Special
Meeting on Monday, March 13, 1989 at 4:00 P.M. to discuss the Downtown
Plan Financing.
Request for National Conference
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
Comm. Dev. Director Russell's request to attend a Nat'l. Planning Conference
April 29 through May 3 in Atlanta, Georgia at an approximate cost of $898.00.
(All in favor).
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5. City Clerk
Request for National Conference
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to correct
Council decision of February 28 regarding the $500 cap on national conferences
for Staff, and approve the attendance of the City Clerk at a Nat'l. Clerk's
Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia May 21 through 25 at an approximate cost of
$875.00. (Ayes -4, Nays - 1, Mayor Abrahamson).
6. Parks Director -
Attendance at Toro Trainin9 School
Motion by Councilmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
approve the attendance of five members of the Parks Dept. at the Toro Service
Training School on April 3, 1989 at a total cost of $100.00. (All in favor).
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Purchase of Capital Outl6t Items for Parks
Motion by Councilmember Kim e, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the Capital Outlay request of the Parks Director for drinking fountains,
tennis windscreen and picnic shelter at Lowell Pk. at a cost of $8,800.00;
with review of the picnic shelter design to be made by the Downtown Design
Review Committee. (All in favor).
7. Fire Chief -
Permanent Em~lo~ent of Firefighter Ron Johnson
Motion by Counci mem er Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the permanent employment of Firefighter
Ron Johnson. (Resolution No. 8035)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None.
8. Consulting Engineer -
Hi9hW~ Utility Accommodation Agreement
Motion by ouncilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the Highway Utility Accommodation
Agreement relating to Federally funded projects. (Resolution No. 8036)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Televising of Sewers
A report and discussion followed regarding the televising of sewers in the
Fairmeadows area. Mr. Moore stated that roots seem to be the problem and
suggested that residents occasionally obtain the services of Roto Rooter
or a like firm to ream out the services. The discussion also included the
possibility of replacing old pipe, manholes and removal of old trees.
9. City Attorney
Meister's South Hill Li~uor Store
Mr. Magnuson reported t at the Meister's South Hill Liquor Store has been
allegedly selling to minors and suggested a hearing be set to review the
charges.
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to set
the date of March 28, 4:30 P.M., for the hearing regarding the South Hill
Liquor Store. (All in favor).
RECESS
Councl1 recessed the meeting at 5:50 P.M.
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Resolutions:
No. 8035 - Permanent Employment of Firefighter Ron Johnson.
No. 8036 - Utility Accommodation Policy on Highway Right-Of-Way.
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MINUTES
March 7, 1989
7:00 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
Present:
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Consulting Engineer Moore
Planning Comm. Chair. Fontaine
Comm. Dev. Director Russell
City Clerk Johnson
Press:
Sharon Baker, Stillwater Gazette
Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press
Others:
Jim Blichfeldt, Mark Vierling, Don Granquist, Jack Evert,
Richard Ernst, Robert Troyer, Mike McGuire, Bob Ahmann, Mark
Kemper, Robert Flotten, Jeff Lundeen, Bob Brackey, Mark
Desch.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
approve the February 14, 1989 minutes as corrected by adding the City
Coordinator's salary on pg. 3; and the February 21, 1989 Regular and Recessed
Minutes as presented. (All in favor).
PETITIONS INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS
1. LInn Aunson, Stillwater Rotary Club and Scott Manning, Rotary Exchange
S udent from South Africa.
Mr. Lynn Munson, representing the Stillwater Rotary Club, introduced Scott
Manning, a Rotary Exchange Student from South Africa.
2. Mark Vierlin - Discussion of Gran uist ro ert .
r. er lng, represen ng r. anqu s , was present to discuss the
condemnation of the Granquist property. Mr. Vierling indicated that it
appeared that the acquisition of the property would not be possible
without condemnation. Mr. Kriesel said that it was his understanding that
Mr. Johnson (Oak Glen, Inc.) had agreed to sell the property if certain
conditions were met and that Mr. Kriesel was confident that a purchase
agreement could be worked out between all parties.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick directing
City Staff to work with Mark Vierling, attorney for the Granquist's, in
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developing an agreement for the Granquist access issue for the April 4
meeting. (All in favor).
3. Jack Evert - Selection of Charter Commission Members.
Mr. Evert was present to explain the Charter Commission recommendation
for appointments to the Charter Commission. He also explained the duties
of the Charter Commission.
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution appointing John R. Tunheim, Cherie L. Berett and W.
Scott Keller to the Stillwater Charter Commission; and reappointing Thomas
Farrell to the Charter Commission. (Resolution No. 8037)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
4. Martin Withuski, Rivertown Taxi - Request for Taxi License.
This item was continued until the March 21, 1989 meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a
Variance to the front yard setback requirements for addition of steps to
St. Mary's Church located at 407 So. 5th St. in the RCM Multi-Family
residential Dist., Robert Eardley, Applicant. Case No. V/89-9.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell explained the request for the variance to extend the front
steps to the church and noted that the addition would not affect
pedestrian traffic or appearance of the site. Mayor Abrahamson closed the
public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to
approve the request for a Variance to the front yard setback requirements for
addition of steps to St. Mary's Church located at 407 So. 5th St., Case No.
V/89-9. (All in favor).
2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a Compo Plan Amendment
approval expanding the City Compo Plan boundary by adding 7.0 acres of
land designated Single Family Residential, RA located south & east of
intersection of Eagle Ridge Tr. & Neal Ave., City of Stillwater, Applicant.
Case No. CPA/89-1.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
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Mr. Russell explained the background of the annexation of this parcel of
land and the need to amend the City Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Fontaine
stated the Planning Commission approved this request unanimously. Mayor
Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt
the appropriate resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan by adding 7.0 acres
to the City boundaries located south & east of the intersection of Eagle Ridge
Tr. & Neal Ave., Case No. CPA/89-1. (Resolution No. 8038)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
3. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for approval
of a Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment designating 7.0 acres of land RA,
Single Family Residential, 10,000 sq. ft/D.U. located south & east of
intersection of Eagle Ridge Tr. & Neal Ave., City of Stillwater, Applicant.
Case No. ZAM/89-1.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell stated the request is to designate this area Single Family,
R-A. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission unanimously approved the
request. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble for a
first reading of an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance designating 7.0
acres of land RA, Single Family Residential, 10,000 Sq.Ft. D.U. located south
& east of the intersection of Eagle Ridge Tr. & Neal Ave., Case No. ZAM/89-1.
(All in favor).
4. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for approval
of a Preliminary Plat for 19 lot Single Family Subd. on 7.0 acres of land
located south and east of intersection of Eagle Ridge Tr. & Neal Ave. in
the RA, Single Family Residential Dist., Blichfeldt Builders, Applicant.
Case No. SUB/89-7.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell presented background on the subdivision plan. Mark Kemper,
representing Mr. Blichfeldt, requested approval of some building permits
for model homes before the streets and utilities are installed. City
Engineer Moore requested no occupancy permits be issued before the streets
are completed. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. It was also
suggested, after reviewing the Engineer's Feasibility Study, that Mr.
Blichfeldt accept the cost of the improvements and sign a waiver of public
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hearing for the improvements in order to proceed in a timely fashion. Mr.
Blichfeldt agreed.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
approve the request for Preliminary Plat for a 19 lot Single Family Subd. on 7
acres of land located south & east of intersection of Ea9le Ridge Tr. & Neal
Ave. in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist., as conditioned and allowing 3
building permits to be issued for model homes before streets & utilities are
completed; directing the City Attorney to prepare a Development Agreement; and
a waiver of public hearing for public improvements to be signed by the
Developer; Blichfeldt Builders, Applicant. Case No. SUB/89-7. (All in
favor) .
5. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a
Preliminary & Final plat approval to subdivide a one acre lot into two
lots of approximately 22,500 sq. ft. each located at 1605 No. 2nd St. in
the RA, Single Family Residential Dist., Robert Flotten, Applicant. Case
No. SUB/89-10.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell explained the request and Mr. Flotten was present to answer
any questions. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission unanimously
approved the request. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the request for Preliminary & Final Plat
to subdivide a one acre lot into two lots located at 1605 No. 2nd St., subject
to approval by the Comm. Dev. Director and City Attorney; Robert Flotten,
Applicant. Case No. SUB/89-10. (Resolution No. 8045)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
6. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a
Preliminary & Final Plat approval to subdivide an existing 2.39 acre lot
into two lots of .93 acres and 1.46 acres located at 1819 No. 4th St. in
RA, Single Family Residential Dist., Robert Troyer, Applicant. Case No.
SUB/89-11.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell stated the lot split is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
and zoning density lot size requirements. The Planning Commission
approved the request. Mayor Abrahamson closed the pUblic hearing.
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Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the request for Preliminary & Final Plat
to subdivide a 2.39 acre lot into two lots located at 1819 No. 4th St., as
conditioned and subject to approval by the Comm. Dev. Director and City
Attorney; Robert Troyer, Applicant. Case No. SUB/89-11. (Resolution No.
8046)
AYes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
7. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a Special
Use Permit for a commercial recreational use (Billiard Hall) located in
Industrial Pk. Comm. Dist., IP-C at 14470 No. 60th St. (Surplus Warehouse
Bldg.), Jeff Lundeen, Applicant. Case No. SUP/89-12.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell stated the applicant is proposing to use a portion of the
Warehouse Market for a billiard hall and will include video games and
vending machines. No alcoholic beverages will be served. Parking
requirements were discussed and a sign plan was submitted. Mr. Fontaine
stated the Planning Commission was concerned with potential problems
within and without the pool hall and suggested that adequate lighting be
provided. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
the request for a Special Use Permit for a Billiard Hall to be located at
14470 No. 60th St. (Surplus Warehouse Bldg.) as conditioned; Jeff Lundeen,
Applicant. Case No. SUP/89-12. (All in favor).
8. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a Design
Permit & Special Use Permit for construction of a 15,000 sq. ft. office
building at 319 No. Main St., located in the Heavy, IB, Industrial Dist.
(Arrow Bldg. site), Mike McGuire, Applicant. Case No. DP/SUP/89-13.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell presented background on this request and explained the Design
Permit uses Downtown Design guidelines. This request meets the floodplain
conditions. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commimssion felt this was a
good use for the property. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve
the request for a Design Permit & Special Use Permit for construction of a
15,000 sq. ft. office building at 319 No. Main St. (Arrow Bldg. site) as
conditioned; Mike McGuire, Applicant. Case No. DP/SUP/89-13. (All in favor).
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Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 8:30 P.M.
9. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a
Variance to the sideyard and rearyard setback requirements for a garage
located at 1225 So. 2nd St. in the RB Duplex Residential Dist., James
Weber, Applicant. Case No. V/89-1.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Weber was not present at the meeting. Mr. Russell explained
construction was started and discovered before the applicant applied for a
building permit. The garage could not be reconstructed, so Mr. Weber
rebuilt it. A variance is required because of setback requirements. Mr.
Weber is required to pay double building permit fees because he failed to
obtain a building permit before constructing the garage. Mr. Fontaine
felt the public should be educated regarding building permits. Mayor
Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve
the request for a Variance to sideyard & rearyard setback requirements for a
garage located at 1225 So. 2nd St. in the RB Duplex Residential Dist. as
conditioned; Jim Weber, Applicant. Case No. V/89-1. (All in favor).
10. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for a
Variance to rearyard setback requirements (20 ft. proposed, 30 ft.
required) for construction of a 13,716 sq. ft. retail center located at
2000 Washington Ave. in the Industrial Pk. Comm. Dist., IP-C., R. C.
Ernst, Applicant. Case No. V/89-14.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell stated the request is for rearyard setback requirements for
construction of a commercial center because the rear lot line is irregular.
Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission was concerned with the design.
Mr. Ernst is willing to cooperate with the conditions. Mayor Abrahamson
closed the public hearing. A discussion of rearyard setbacks on new
buildings followed with the statement that there should be no need to make
allowances for new buildings.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve
the request for a Variance to rearyard setback requirements for construction
of a 13,716 sq. ft. retail center located at 2000 Washington Ave. as
conditioned; R.C. Ernst, Applicant. Case No. V/89-14. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 1,
Councllmember Farrell).
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11. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on Compo Plan Amendment
approval adding 11.0 acres of land, located east of Panama Ave. & south of
62nd St. to the City Compo Plan boundary & designate such land government
buildings & open space buffer, City of Stillwater, Applicant. Case No.
CPA/89-3.
Notice of the Hearing was published i~ the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell explained this request involved land recently detached from
Oak Park Heights and annexed to the City of Stillwater in order to enlarge
the Washington County Government Center. A discussion followed regarding
population figures as determined by the Metropolitan Council. Mayor
Abrahamson closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan by adding 11.0
acres to the City boundaries located east of Panama Ave. & south of 62nd St. &
designate such land government buildings & open space buffer, City of
Stillwater, Applicant. Case No. CPA/89-3. (Resolution No. 8039).
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
12. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on a request for approval
of a Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment to consider changing Chap.31, Subd. 5
of Zoning Ordinance zoning 11.0 acres of land RA Single Family Residential
located east of Panama Ave. & south of 62nd St., City of Stillwater,
Applicant. Case No. ZAM/89-2.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell explained this request related to the previous one in that to
implement the Comprehensive Plan, it is recommended that the area be zoned
Single Family Residential, R-A similar to the surrounding area and allows
government buildings with a Special Use Permit. Mayor Abrahamson closed
the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell for a
first reading of an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance designating 11.0
acres of land RA, Single Family Residential, located east of Panama Ave. &
south of 62nd St., City of Stillwater, Applicant. Case No. ZAM/89-2. (All in
favor).
13. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing on Compo Plan Amendment
approval adding 6.9 acres of land to the City Comp. Plan boundary &
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designating the land Single Family Residential, RA located west of Co. Rd.
#5 & north of 62nd St., City of Stillwater, Applicant. Case No. CPA/89-2.
Notice of the Hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on
February 24, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell explained this area should be included in the Comprehensive
Plan boundaries for the City and designated Single Family Residential.
Further study will be made of the zoning. Mayor Abrahamson closed the
public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan by adding 6.9 acres
to the City boundaries located west of Co. Rd. #5 & north of 62nd St., City of
Stillwater, Applicant. Case No. CPA/89-2. (Resolution No. 8040)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Report on L.I. 251, Forest Hills/Highway 36 Frontage Rd. Improvements.
Mr. Kriesel reported that waivers were received from all but four parties,
one being the Parlay Group. Mr. Ernst, of the Parlay Group, had stated he
will be filing his waiver soon.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to proceed
with approving plans & specs and ordering advertisement for bids for L.I. 251,
Forest Hills/Highway 36 Frontage Rd. improvements if the waiver of
Irregularity and Appeal of Assessments is signed by the majority of property
owners. (All in favor).
NEW BUSINESS
1. ~tion of Resolution for Funding of Street Construction in Minnesota.
Motiomlby Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution regarding funding for street construction in
Minnesota. (Resolution No. 8043)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
2. Resolution emPlosing David Reichow as Firefighter.
Motion by Councilmem er Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution employing David Reichow as Firefighter and as
conditioned under the Memorandum of Understanding for Employment. (Resolution
No. 8042)
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Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the Consent Agenda of March 7, 1989, including the following: (All in favor)
1. Directin, p~ent of Bills (Resolution No. 8034)
Ayes - Counc lmem ers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
2. Contractors Licenses.
Acton Construction, Inc.
2209 Phelps Rd., P.O. Box 76
Hugo, Mn. 55038
General Contractor
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T. Hedberg Builders
14320 Partridge Street
Anoka, Mn. 55303
North Woods Const. of Twin Cities
12145 Kenyon Ct.
Blaine, Mn. 55434
3. Request for Banner - St. Michael's Church, May 15 - June 5, 1989.
General Contractor
New
General Contractor
New
COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS
1. Nina Archabal, State Hist. Preserv. Officer - Consideration of Stillwater
Bridge for nomination to National Register of Historic Places.
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize
sending a letter of support to include the Stillwater Bridge in the National
Register of Historic Places. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmember Bodlovick &
Mayor Abrahamson).
STAFF REPORTS (Continued)
.f.!!l. Coordi nator
Douglas Jahnke Hearin~
Mr. Kriesel reported hat Douglas Jahnke, 1022 No. Second St., has
requested a hearing to the "Notice of Police" intent to remove vehicles
from his property. Council concurred with the recommendation to set the
hearing for 5:30 P.M., March 28, 1989.
Further discussion followed regarding a City Newsletter; City Clean-up
days which will be April 29 and 30, May 5 and 7, 1989, with Downtown
Clean-up to be May 6; recommendation for Sewer Maintenance Worker to be
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made at next meeting; the possibility of the St. Croix Boat & Packet Co.
payment for cost of moving docks; and the Metro Council forecast of
population figures for the City of Stillwater.
City Attorney
Mr. Magnuson reported there is no hazardous waste on the Runk property and
outlined the procedures for buying the property.
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution authorizing the purchase of the Runk property.
(Resolution No. 8044)
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Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Public Hearing - Bluffland/Shoreland Ordinance
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to delay
the public hearing on the Bluffland/Shoreland Ordinance to April 4, 1989.
(All in favor).
Ci ty Cl erk
Council directed the Planning Commission to review the plan for the
proposed park at No. Owens St. and McKusick Rd. before the informational
hearing on March 21, 1989.
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
Council discussed the legislative meetings to be held on March 29.
Also discussed was the area of the new park on No. Owens/McKusick
Rd./Laurel St. and the suggestion for a traffic study and the need for
1 i ghting.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to
adjourn the meeting at 9:30 P.M. (All in favor).
Resolutions:
No. 8034 - Directing Payment of Bills.
No. 8037 - Appointing Members to the Charter Commission.
No. 8038 - Amending Comp. Plan by adding 7 acres to City southeast of Eagle
Ridge & Neal Ave.
No. 8039 - Amending Compo Plan by adding 11 acres east of Panama Ave. & south
of 62nd St.
No. 8040 - Amending Compo Plan for land west of Co. Rd. 5 & north of 62nd
St.
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No. 8042 - Employ David Reichow as Firefighter.
No. 8043 - Funding for Street Construction in State of Minnesota.
No. 8044 - Approving Purchase of Runk Property.
No. 8045 - Approve Prelim. & Final Plat for Robert Flotten, 1605 No. 2nd St.
No. 8046 - Approve Prelim. & Final Plat for Robert Troyer, 1819 No. 4th St.
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