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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-03-07 CC MIN r STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL 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). r 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting March 7, 1989 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. r 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). 4. 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). r 2 r r ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting March 7, 1989 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. 3 f". ('. r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting March 7, 1989 Resolutions: No. 8035 - Permanent Employment of Firefighter Ron Johnson. No. 8036 - Utility Accommodation Policy on Highway Right-Of-Way. . ~~ ATTEST: ~ ~ 4 r RECESSED MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL 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. r 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 r 1 r ~ r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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. 2 Stillwater City Council Minutes r Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 r o 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 3 r ('""" r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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. 4 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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). 5 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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). 6 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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 & 7 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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 r 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) r 8 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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 New r 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 r 9 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting March 7, 1989 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) r 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. r 10 Stillwater City Council Minutes ~ Recessed Meeting , March 7, 1989 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. o \ r 11