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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-06-20 CC MIN ~ REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 20, 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 r , Press: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Public Works Director Junker Consulting Engineer Moore Consulting Engineer Van Wormer Public Safety Director Mawhorter Parks Director Blekum Comm. Dev. Director Russell Ass't. Planner Pung-Terwedo Planning Intern Zeuli Planning Intern Robertson City Clerk Johnson Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Also Present: Others: Dick Binkley, Clayton Patterson, Dick Kilty, Gordy Voss (MWCC), Mike Mcguire, Lou Fletcher, Gary Funke, Bud Pasket, Jeff Peterson, Bob Ahmann, Vern Stefan, Maury Stenerson, Jennifer Tschumper, Bob Weiser, Tom O'Brien, Monty Brine, Judd Orff, Phil Barbatsis, Jim Huntsman, Jerry Brown, Fred Brass, Ethel Larson, Dan Woodbury, Ellen Anderson, Blanche Jenson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of May 23, 1989 as presented. (All in favor). 2. MWCC Staff - Update on Treatment Plant Facility. Metropolitan Waste Control Commission Staff presented an update on the Stillwater Wastewater Treatment Plant. r 1 r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 3. Dick Binkley, Mgr., Rivertown Taxi - Request for two additional taxi stands. Mr. Binkley reported Rivertown Taxi would like cab stands on E. Nelson St. near the trolley ticket booth and on Main St. near the Village Shop or John's Bar. Council stated they would consider a cab stand on Main St. at a later date. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize a cab stand on E. Nelson St. for Rivertown Taxi. (All in favor). 4. Mar~ Weber - Request for rezoning of Chestnut Hill area from mUltifamily to uplex. Ms. Weber explained the residents are concerned that the City may receive a request to rezone their area Commercial. Mr. Russell explained the process for rezoning. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to refer the request for rezoning of the Chestnut Hill area from multifamily to duplex to the Planning Commission for study. (All in favor). STAFF REPORTS 1. Fire Dept. - Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the purchase of an Air-Dyne exercise machine for the Fire Dept. in the amount of $650.00 from donated funds. (All in favor). 2. Public Works De~ - Removal of "No l'arkin~" signs on So. Harriet near High School Motion by Councilmember Klmble, seconded by Councllmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the removal of three "No Parking" signs on So. Harriet, 300 ft. south of the intersection of Harriet & Orleans Sts., and directing Staff to study the parking problem for resolution before the school term begins in the fall. (Resolution No. 8103) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to place a "Dead End" street sign in the Interlachen Hills Addition. (All in favor). Advertise for New Loader Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to authorize the Public Works Dept. to advertise for bids for a new loader. (All in favor) . 3. Public Safety Dept. - r 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Chief Mawhorter stated he will present a report on the Washington Co. auction at a future meeting. 4. Parks & Recreation Dept. - Permit to Consume - U.S. S~rint Motion by Councilmember Farrel, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to authorize a Permit to Consume for the U.S. Sprint picnic in Lowell Park on June 30, 1989. (Allin favor). Permit to Consume - Brown Family Reunion Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim, to authorize a Permit to Consume for the Brown Family Reunion in Pioneer Park on July 8, 1989. (All in favor). Permit to Consume - 3 M Co. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, to authorize a Permit to Consume for 3 M Co. in Pioneer Park on August 10, 1989. (All in favor). r Purchase of Play~rOUnd EqUi~ent - Sta~les Field Motion by Councilmem er Bodlovic ,seconde by Councilmember Opheim to authorize the Parks Dept. to purchase playground equipment for Staples Field. (All in favor). Bonse Field Council directed the Parks Director to continue working with the City Engineer on plans to contain the hill near the new fast-pitch ballfield at L lly Lake Park and obtain a commitment from Jim Junker on when the volunteers will be ready to help construct the ballfield by the July 11, 1989 Council Meeting. PUBLI C HEARl NGS 1. This is the day and time for the public hearing on consideration of amending Ord. No. 699 relating to parking regulations for Fourth St. north of Pine St. and south of Oak St. Notice of the hearing was publiShed in the Stillwater Gazette on June 6, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. Richard Kilty, owner of the property at 424 So. 4th St., stated this ordinance exempted this block from the odd/even parking regulations for snowplowing and was initiated by a letter from the School Dist. who objected to the regulation and ticketing of cars, many of whom were from out of town. He stated homeowners in the area were not contacted regarding the change. r 3 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Discussion between Council, Staff and residents followed regarding the parking problem in the area of the Jr. High School. It was stated the School Dist. could provide parking below on the west side. Jim Huntsman, 416 So. 4th St., inquired whether the City is enforcing the code regarding parking and suggested the parking lot should be brought up to code. Mr. Magnuson stated the City Code does not address how parking lots should be regulated. Further discussion followed regarding useable parking for the Jr. High School and Mr. Kilty stated the neighbors have contacted the School Dist. regarding this to no avail. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to continue the public hearing on consideration of amending Ord. No. 699 relating to parking regulations for Fourth St. north of Pine St. & south of Oak St. to the July 11, 1989 meeting in order to review the issue with the School Board. (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the public hearing on L.I. No. 258, the making of an improvement consisting of street reconstruction, sidewalk, curb and gutter, storm sewer, water and sewer service located on So. Sixth St. between the south line of W. Olive St. and the north line of W. Pine St. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on June 9 and 16, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. Consulting Engineer Moore explained the proposed project for the existing catch basins and storm sewer crossing So. 6th St. between Olive & Pine St. and also included the cost of constructing the storm sewer, catch basins, concrete curb and gutter, concrete sidewalk, water service replacement, and bituminous surfacing with a total estimated cost of $102,915. Merlin Dowdall, 411 So. 6th St., thinks this is one of the better streets in the City and disputes this action. There are some drainage problems, but he is opposed to the cost. Dean Hansen, 402 So. 6th St., asked the term for payment of the assessments and the final cost to the homeowner. Mr. Moore explained the preliminary assessment roll. Mr. Hansen stated he does not want this improvement and can't afford it. Jeff Peterson, 320 W. Pine St., stated he likes the character of the curbs and they have just had Pine St. improved. They cannot afford another one. 4 Stillwater City Council Minutes r Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 r r Dan Fabian, 326 So. 6th St., asked if the City participates in replacement of utilities and Mayor Abrahamson stated there currently are no funds available for this. Mr. Fabian inquired what benefit they will be receiving from a five-inch pipe and Mr. Moore replied this will handle a ten-year storm. He Fabian is against the improvement. Judd Orff, representing the owner of 310 So. 6th St. and 323 So. 6th St., inquired regarding replacement of water services. Mr. Moore stated an easement may have to be acquired for 323 So. 6th St. Jeff Peterson inquired how this project fits in with the Comprehensive Plan to improve the streets of Stillwater and is alarmed that this was initiated by a complaint from a resident. Jim Huntsman inquired about the pOlicy on assessments and the benefit to the property. Mr. Oowdall asked if the contractor would use the same stone curbs in place now. Mr. Junker explained the policy regarding this. Mr. Orff stated that 25% of the income from the two properties he mentioned earlier goes to real estate taxes. David Marsh, 432 So. 6th St., stated sidewalks on both sides of the street were replaced by the residents and the present curbs will outlast new ones. He does not think the project is worth doing. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing and discussion followed. Mr. Moore stated that if the project is not done, the catch basins will probably collapse soon and the Public Works Dept. would have to replace them. The drainage pipe is crushed and does not drain properly. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to continue the public hearing on L.I. 258, street reconstruction, sidewalk, curb & gutter, storm sewer, water & sewer service for So. 6th St. between the south line of W. Olive St. & the north line of W. Pine St. to July 11, 1989. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 1, Mayor Abrahamson). Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 9:05 P.M. 3. This is the day and time for the pUblic hearing to review the First Phase of the Downtown Parking Management program in an area bounded by Chestnut St., Main St., Lowell Pk. and So. Main St. parking lot. Notice of the hearing was publiShed in the Stillwater Gazette on June 9, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Mr. Russell presented the program, including extension of hours of operation to 9 P.M., seven days a week, increase rates for several downtown lots, increase rates for Main St., institute 15 min. free time for Main St. spaces, authorize purchase of 220 new meters, increase cost of parking violations to $10.00, authorize additional long-term employee parking and direct Staff to prepare specific budget for staffing and support costs for enforcement program. He also stated Consulting Engineer Van Wormer was present to answer questions regarding the plan. Bud Pasket inquired as to who is enforcing the meters at present and expressed dissatisfaction regarding the present policy. Lloyd Mellen, owner of Fancy Nancy's, stated the business owners are abusing the parking meters and said the business owners should have a sticker to keep them out of these places. 1--,,"""- r Jerry Brown, St. Croix K!ts, inquired where employee parking will be. Mr. Van Wormer replied there 'are some spaces on Olive and 2nd St. and the Auditorium Lot, also some private lots in the area. Fred Brass, Village Shop, stated nothing is being done about violators on Water and Nelson Streets. Jerry Brown stated it is premature to implement 25t meters for four hours in length when there is no long term parking -- the plan is not complete. Ethel Larson, Gallery Stillwater in Grand Garage, thinks we are making it extremely difficult for employees to park. Monty Brine, Brines, 205 So. Main St., suggested employees could move their cars after unloading packages. Also, places are being taken away for employees in the River parking lot -- they won't go to Olive & 2nd St. He suggested metering Water St. with two-hr. meters and enforcing consistently. Dan Woodbury, J. Hunter's, stated the biggest problem is enforcement and asked why meter hours are being extended. The customers don't like it and will go elsewhere to Shop. Tom O'Brien, Simonet Furniture, asked if the parking lots are currently being maintained out of the general fund and suggested building a parking ramp with the $150,000 from meters. Council stated the funds will be used to increase enforcement, build a ramp and acquire other parking -- there is no full-time enforcement at present. Discussion included where new meters will be placed. (" 6 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Ellen Anderson, Brick Alley Books, asked about the parking situation south of the Dock Cafe and if this area will be metered. Staff replied that this is railroad property. Ms. Anderson stated people don't want to keep plugging meters. Bob Weiser, former owner of the Stillwater Bakery, who served on the Downtown Plan Committee, stated revenue is needed to improve the parking situation. Blanche Jensen, Patchworks & Primitives, said the plan takes away her winter parking spot on Olive St. Clayton Patterson, Box 207, Stillwater, stated enforcement is important and feels we should enforce what we now have. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Mr. Van Wormer addressed the questions and comments that were made. Council discussion followed. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Mayor Abrahamson to deny the First Phase of the Downtown Parking Management Program in an area bounded by Chestnut St., Main St., Lowell Pk. and So. Main St. parking lot. (Ayes - 2; Nays - 3, Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, and Opheim). Motion by Councilmember Opheim directing Staff to incorporate comments received this evening into a new plan for the First Phase of the Downtown Parking Management Program. The motion died for lack of a second. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the First Phase of the Downtown Parking Management Program in an area bounded by Chestnut St., Main St.. Lowell Pk. and So. Main St. parking lot, including the implementation as outlined by the Community Dev. Director. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmember Bodlovick and Mayor Abrahamson). Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 10:45 P.M. 4. This is the day and time for the public hearing on the modification of the Development Program relating to Development Dist. No. 1 and establishment of Tax Increment Dist. No.5 for the Brick Pond area. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on June 8, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Russell explained the Council considered establishing a TIF Dist for the Brick Pond Area which will be used to enhance the quality of public improvement and to reduce the extraordinary utility improvement costs caused by an inappropriate subdivision pattern and incompatible land uses. The hearing notice was publiShed in the local paper and notices sent to 7 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 the School Dist. and Washington Co., but no comments have been received. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Discussion followed regarding the concerns of Kay Tomaszek, 806 So. Harriet Dr., regarding the 30 ft. strip, with a berm, at the end of Harriet which she owns. Consulting Engineer Moore presented his report, including a pedestrian bridge, providing access from the end of Harriet across to 61st St. and which would also provide a path to the park area for residents on the north side of the ponding area. Mr. Moore explained the different options for design of the ponding area and bridge design with an approximate cost of $70,500. Discussion followed regarding the options and preservation of Mrs. Tomaszek's berm. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick approving a design change in the plans previously accepted for the ponding area located in L.I. 251, Forest Hills/Greeley project, by changing slightly the location of the drainage pond and providing a walkway through it without a bridge at this time. (All in favor). City Attorney Magnuson reported on obtaining easements for an outlet pipe and reluctance on the part of some property owners. He stated there is a potential need to obtain appraisals. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the modification relating to Tax Increment Financing Development Dist. No.1 and establishment of Tax Increment Financing Dist. No.5, Brick Pond Area. (Resolution No. 8100) Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the City Attorney to proceed with negotiations with property owners in obtaining appraisals, offer of payment and/or condemnation for plat parcels in the Forest Hills-Greeley area, L.r. 251 in order to obtain drainage easements. (Resolution No. 8104) Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Revi ew of ark in space. ase o. . Mr. Russell explained the request is to review the parking requirements for this property which is being converted to office space, since office parking demand is usually less than retail demand and the net change in 8 r' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 parking will probably be less. He recommended that no specific City parking lot spaces shall be set aside for CUB employees. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the parking requirements for conversion of Snyder Drug to office space as conditioned. (All in favor). 2. Report on Second and M~rtle St. parking The discussion of the econd and Myrtle until the July 11, 1989 meeting. rogram. t. parking program was tabled NEW 8USINESS 1. Request for On-Sale Non-Intoxicating Malt Liquor License - Bonnie Jean Swanson, "A Little Lunch", 108 No. Main St. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve an On-Sale Non-Intoxicating Malt Liquor License for Bonnie Jean Swanson, "A Little Lunch", 108 No. Main St. (All in favor). r 2. Review of Tax Increment Financing Policy and set date for Workshop Meetin~. Counci designated Thursday, July 6, 1989, 4:30 P.M., for review of the TIF policy and WorkShOp Meeting. 3. Reguest permission to obtain an appraisal for City purChase of Mulberry POlnt. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize an appraisal for the Mulberry Point property. (All in favor). 4. Planning Commission recommendation regarding parking on green landscaped areas in the Downtown area. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick for a first reading of an ordinance prohibitin9 parking on green landscaped areas in the Downtown area. (All in favor). CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of June 20, 1989, including the following: (All in favor). 1. Directin? p~ent of Bills. (Resolution No. 8092) AYes - Councllmem er Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Contractor's Licenses. Aqua Mates 330 So. Knowles Ave. New Richmond, Wi 54017 Swimming Pool Install Renewal r 9 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Steven Carlson 348 So. 4th St. Bayport, Mn. 55003 Central Roofing Co. 4550 Main St. N.E. Fridley, Mn. 55421 General Contractor Renewal Roofing New Great Lakes Products, Inc. 3704 Snelling Ave. So. Minneapolis, Mn. 55406 Mill-Wood Design & Construction 1610 Jefferson Ave. So. St. Paul, Mn. 55105 Thommes & Thomas Landscaping & Tree Service 8844 No. 122nd St. Hugo, Mn. 55038 General Contractor New General Contractor New Tree Trimmers Renewal r Venus Sign Co., Inc. 14409 Jonquil St. N.W. Andover, Mn. 55304 General Contractor New 3. Forward Summons & Complaint to Insurance Agent and City Attorney regarding injuries sustained by resident from a fall on Myrtle St. 4. Forward Claim regarding accident near 601 No. Main St. to Insurance Agent and City Attorney. 5. Sewer Bill adjustment for 702 So. Seventh St. 6. Set Public Hearing Date of July 11, 1989 for the following Planning Cases: a. Case No. V/89-32 - Variance Request to rear and sideyard setback requirements for construction of a bedroom addition at 1010 No. 4th St., located in the RB Dist., Billy Jo Elliott, Applicant. b. Case No. V/89-33 - Variance Request for the placement of an awning over a deck at Popeye's on the River (Stillwater Yacht Club), 422 E. Mulberry St. in the RB and Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Greg Lindow & Bob Marois, Applicants. c. Case No. SV/89-34 - Street Vacation request for remaining portion of Oak St. between Grove & Hemlock Streets located in the RA Dist., Gerald Cadwell & John Doyle, Applicants. 7. Forward Summons & Complaint to Insurance Agent & City Attorney regarding claim from Ralph Peters. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) 5. Consulting Engineer - r 10 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Award of Bid for Myrtle St. BlacktoPaing Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, secon ed by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for the Myrtle St. Milling & Overlay project to Ace Blacktop of Inver Grove Heights in the amount of $19,l67.00. (Resolution No. 810l) Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Award of Bid for Televisin~ of Downtown Sewers Motion by Councilmember Farrel , seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for the television inspection of Downtown sanitary sewers to Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, Inc. in the amount of $4,802. (Resolution No., 8102) Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 6. City Attorney - Set Public Hearing - Demolition of House at 1218 No. Second St. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to set July 11, 1989, 7:00 P.M. for a public hearing for consideration of razing the house at 1218 So. Second St. (All in favor). 7. Citl Coordinator - Map e Island Sewer Rates Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the recommendation of the City Coordinator in regard to sewer rates for Maple Island. (All in favor). 8. City Clerk - Off-Sale Li~uor Stores Hours of Operation - July 4 & Jan. 1 HOlid~S Motion by Counc lmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell 0 grant a variance for Off-Sale Liquor stores to remain open on July 4 and January 1, pending a change in the Liquor Ordinance. (All in favor). ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Kimble, the meeting at 11:40 P.M. (All seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjourn in favor). r 11 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting June 20, 1989 Resolutions: No. 8092 - Directing Payment of Bills No. 8100 - Modification of TIF Dist. #1 & Establishment of TIF Dist. #5. No. 8101 - Award Bid, Blacktopping of Myrtle St. No. 8102 - Award Bid, T.V. Downtown Sewers. No. 8103 - Eliminate "No Parking" signs on So. Harriet. No. 8104 - Approval to negotiate with property owners for drainage easement, L. I,251 ATTEST: dJa1 ~ ~CI~~ 12