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Home My WebLink About1989-04-11 CC MIN r- SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Apri 1 11, 1989 4:30 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Pres ent: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim (arrived at 4:50 P.M.), and Mayor Abrahamson. None Absent: Press: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Blazek Comm. Dev. Director Russell City Clerk Johnson Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Arlin Waelti (Mackell, Krounse & Moore), Jim Torseth and Neil Skinner. Also Present: Others: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY WORKSHOP r The meeting was called to discuss the feasibility of having an Economic Development Authority in the City of Stillwater. City Attorney Magnuson introduced Arlin Waelti, of Mackall, Krounse & Moore Law Firm, who was present to explain the procedures and advantages of having an EDA. Ms. Waelti also updated Council on current proposals in the Legislature regarding an EDA. Extensive Council discussion followed. (Councilmember Opheim arrived). One area of Council concern was whether the City would lose any opportunities that are currently present through Washington Co. HRA. Ms. Waelti stated she would like to review the HRA act. Another concern mentioned was how future Councils may use this tool. Further discussion involved blighted areas, administrative fees, and bonding restri cti ons. City Attorney Magnuson advised holding a public hearing at the first meeting in May with a second reading of an ordinance establishing the EDA. Council stated they do not want to hurry the process and would also like to discuss this with Washington Co. HRA, find out what kind of legislation will be passed regarding this issue and talk with other cities who have an EDA in place. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to set a public hearing for June 6, 1989 regarding establishment of an Economic Development Authority in the City of Stillwater. (All in favor). r 1 f' r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Meeting April 11, 1989 RECESS Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to recess the meeting at 5:55 P.M. (All in favor.) ATTEST: J}~~ j/~~~ 2 ~ STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SPECIAL RECESSED MEETING April 11, 1989 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Absent: Also Present: Press: Others: r Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim (arrived at 8:10 P.M.), and Mayor Abrahamson. None City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Blazek Consulting Engineer Moore Comm. Dev. Director Russell Consulting Engineer Van Wormer City Clerk Johnson Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Cherie Berett, Clayton Patterson, Jim Torseth, Bob Weiser, Maury Stenerson, Jack Shelton, Ed Stuart, Vickie Bergstedt, Jennifer Tschumper, Tom O'Brien, Mike McGuire, Mike Lynskey, Vern Steffan, Julie McGuire, Brian Simonett, John Stillman, Bob Thompson, Mike Kramer, (SEH), Neil Skinner, Brian Langseth. INFORMATIONAL HEARING - DOWNTOWN PLAN FINANCING 1. This is the day and time for the Public Informational Hearing to consider the Financing Plan for Capital Improvements in the Downtown Area to implement the Downtown Plan. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on April 3, 1989 and copies were mailed to affected property owners. Comm. Dev. Director Russell explained the plan - how it evolved, that it included the land use, river, Main Street, the bridge and the impact it will have on the Downtown area. He further stated the plan will provide a framework for providing land use and design for new development. Existing conditions were reviewed with the capital improvements that need to be addressed. The discussion basically dealt with streets, sanitary sewer lines, and image improvements. The plan is proposed to be carried out in phases. A parking ramp is not included in the first phase. Consulting Engineer Moore addressed the Infiltration/Inflow study of the sewers and identified problem areas. Storm sewers in the Main Street area especially need to be constructed. Also, the sanitary sewer needs to be rehabilitated. The Metro Waste Control Comm. is raising the cost to treat r 1 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Recessed Meeting April 11, 1989 waste water at the treatment plant, therefore, it is necessary to reconstruct these sewers. Mr. Moore also reported on reconstruction of streets, decorative sidewalk and streetscaping. Finance Director Blazek presented the various methods for financing the plan using TIF Bonds, I & I Captured Revenue (bonds), Infrastructure Reserve Fund Balance, Parking Fund Retained Earnings, Special Service Dist - Parking, Water Revenue Bonds, Special Storm Sewer Dist., Sanitary Sewer Retained Earnings and Special Assessments with a total funding of $6,023,540. r Various members of the Downtown community, including Tom O'Brien, Mike McGuire, Vern Steffan, Mike Lynskey, Brian Simonet, Julie McGuire, and Brian Langseth asked questions and gave input to the extensive discussion that followed. (Councilmember Opheim arrived at 8:10 P.M.) Mayor Abrahamson recessed the meeting for five minutes and reconvened at 8:10 P.M. Finance Director Blazek repeated her report on the proposed financing of the plan. City Attorney Magnuson restated that this plan is in concept only at this time and other hearings will be held before improvements are ordered. The figures being presented are approximations. Mayor Abrahamson closed the hearing, thanked the pUblic for attending and offering input and stated before any firm plans are formed, public hearings will be held regarding any of the proposed improvements. Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 9:45 P.M. RESIGNATION OF ROBERT MURPHY CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR Motion by Councilmember Ophetm, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting Robert Murphy's resignation and commending Mr. Murphy on his performance as Stillwater Civil Defense Director. (Resolution No. 8055) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None INTERVIEWS FOR SEWER MAINTENANCE POSITION Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to interview applicants for the Sewer Maintenance position on Monday, April 17, 1989 beginning at 7:00 P.M. (All in favor.) DISCUSSION OF FISCAL DISPARITIES Council discussion followed regarding Fiscal Disparities and the need to contact area legislators regarding Council concerns. c 2 (' r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Recessed Meeting April 11, 1989 LETTER OF UNDERTAKING - SEWER EASEMENT, 511 W. WILLARD ST. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick authori zi ng the City Attorney to write a "Letter of Undertak i ng" to Fi rst Security Title in regard to 511 W. Willard St. and obligating the City to confine a sewer easement in their back yard. (All in favor). ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Farrell, adjourn the meeting at 9:58 P.M. seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to (All in favor). Resolutions: No. 8055 - Commendation of Civil Defense Director, Robert Murphy. j4~ ATTEST: tN;~"u,U~ Y CL 3 RECORD OF EXECU'J'IVl! SESSION Dat~ conv~ned: Tuesday, April 11, 1'189 'f.im" conv"ned: '1:58 p.m. ~lme adjourned: 10:30 p.m. M""",,,rspresent: Bodlovick,Kimble,Opheim,l"arreLLanclMayorAhrahamson Members absent: None Also present: City Coordinator Kriesel, City Attorney Magnuson Purpose of ExeculLve SeaBLDn: To discuss labor agreement proposal submitted by AYSCMECuuncil14. Action takf,,,: '1'0 reject proposaL htteBt: , #=,iJ ):j~tf/cJ.J__"J2 Ci~y Coordinator