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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-09-19 CC MIN (\ (" r , SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 19, 1989 The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. 4:30 P.M. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Arena Manager Bielenberg DISCUSSION OF LILY LAKE ARENA BUDGET The Council met with Lily Lake Arena Manager Bielenberg to discuss the 1990 budget request. The Council reviewed the budget request and adjusted the schedule as follows: Reduced Electric budget to Reduced Propane budget to Reduced Equipment Repair Charges to Reduced Miscellaneous Charges to $28,000 2,000 5,000 1,000 The Council adjourned to Executive Session to discuss the Oak Glen Corp. default on special assessments at 5:30 P.M. EXECUTIVE SESSION - OAK GLEN Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to meet at 5:30 P.M. on September 26, 1989, in Executive Session, to continue discussion of Oak Glen. (All in favor). The meeting adjourned at 6:35 P.M. ~dt; ~--- ATTEST: YlM; ~E~ . 1 ("' r ('- . ...- .~ REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 19, 1989 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Absent: Also Present: Press: Others: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. None City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Consulting Engineer Moore Police Officer Ulrich Comm. Dev. Director Russell Parks Director Blekum Fire Chief Seim City Clerk Johnson Mike Marsness, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Jim Blichfeldt, Jim CurrelJ, Joe Nasvick, Jim Aysta, Paul Weiler, Mr. Jensen, Mrs. Tomaszek. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the minutes of the Regular & Recessed Meetings of September 5, 1989 as presented. (All in favor). INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS 1. River Valle Llons - Presentatlon of Pla ue. ounCl mem er arre pres en e a p aque to Jim ~urrel1, representing the River Valley Lions, and Jim Blichfeldt, Project Leader, for the time, effort and funds spent on improvements in Pioneer Park. 2. Re uest for Jlm Watson, cont i nuance concurred. 3. Paul Weiler - Youth Service Bureau Motion by Councilmember BOdlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the request of the Youth Service Bureau for a contribution of $21,491. (A 11 in favor). 1 Ii Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting r-' September 19, 1989 4. Jim Aysta - Discussion of Forest Hills/Greeley St. proTect. Extensive discussion followed regarding the Forest Hil s/Greeley St. project drainage and landscape plans with Jim Aysta, a resident of that area. Mr. Aysta is concerned that he will have water running through his backyard or that the holding pond will become a nuisance. Consulting Engineer Moore presented a landscape proposal and plans to eliminate any problems Mr. AYsta may have. Discussion also included the raising of Mr. Aysta's fence approximately two ft. Mr. Moore will secure a Change Order to include the raising and landscaping for Mr. Aysta's fence. 5. STAFF REPORTS 1. Fire Chief - Purchase of Hose Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the purchase of 1500 ft. of 2-1/2 in. hose and 300 ft. of 1-1/2 in. hose for the Fire Dept. at a cost of $3,520.00. (All in favor). r'. Purchase of Radios for New Fire Truck Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to authorize the purchase of two radios from Capitol City Communications to be installed in the new tanker and rescue trucks with the cost of $2,600 to be taken from the donations fund. (All in favor). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None to the 2. Parks Director - Permit to Consume - Cramer Famil Motion y ounCl mem er p elm, secon e y Councilmember Kimble to authorize a Permit to Consume for the Cramer Family party in Pioneer Park on September 23, 1989. (All in favor). 2 r'. " Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting ~ September 19, 1989 Permit to Consume - Bartket Baptism Party Motion by Councilmember Farrel , seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to authorize a Permit to Consume for the Bartkey Baptism party in Pioneer Park on September 24, 1989. (All in favor). Permit to Consume - Eastern Star Picnic Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize a Permit to Consume for the Order of Eastern Star picnic at Pioneer Park on October 4, 1989. (All in favor). PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This lS the day and time for the public hearing to determine whether abatement action should be taken by the City for failure of the owners of the property at 410 No. Fourth St., Grover J. Simms & Donna Simms, to take remedial action as required by the Notice of Intent to repair the steps, cut weeds and dispose of rubbish. Notice of the hearing was sent to the property owners. Mr. Simms was not present to answer the charges in the Notice of Nusiance Abatement Hearing. Mayor Abrahamson presented pictures of the residence at 410 No. Fourth St. showing the violations and also made mention of a letter received from Mr. Simms dated September 16, 1989 stating he will replace the retaining wall & steps, but cannot do so this year. Also, he stated, he will remove the items in the backyard during clean up days and does not agree with other items mentioned in the violation. o Officer Ulrich was present to explain the violations he observed. He stated the retaining wall may collapse any time. Mayor Abrahamson closed the hearing. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to proceed with action on the nuisance abatement for the property located at 410 No. Fourth St., Grover Simms; and the costs associated with this action shall be assessed. (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the public hearing to determine whether abatement action should be taken by the City for failure of the owner of the property at 1014 W. Ramsey St., John L. Person, to take remedial action as required by the Notice of Intent to repair various parts of the property and dispose of rubbish. Notice of the hearing was sent to the property owners. Mr. Person was not present to answer the charges noted in the Notice of Nuisance Abatement for the property located at 1014 W. Ramsey St. Officer Ulrich presented his observations regarding the nuisance. He stated Mr. 3 r o o r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 19, 1989 Person is extremely hard to contact. Mayor Abrahamson closed the hearing. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to proceed with action on the nuisance abatement for the property located at 1014 W. Ramsey St., John L. Person; and the costs associated with this action shall be assessed. (All in favor). UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Officer Ulrich stated Mr. Steffen has cut some of the grass and weeds, but has left some. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to allow ten days for John Steffen to complete cutting the weeds at 309 E. Willow St., with notification to be sent to Mr. Steffen advising him of Council action. (All in favor). PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) 3. This is the day and time for the public hearing relating to the proposed modification of the Development Program for Development Dist. No.1 and the proposed modification of the Tax Increment Financing Plan relating to Tax Increment Financing Dist. No.1, located therein. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on August 31, 1989 and sent to affected property owners. Mr. Russell explained this modification will add three areas to the Scattered Site District including a vacant site located on the corner of Water & Chestnut Streets; two sites adjacent to the parking lot locations __ the Auditorium parking lot and land next to the City parking lot between the Lowell Inn and Rivertown Commons. He further stated, notification was sent to the School District and County and the School District stated they have no concerns regarding this proposed modification. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution for the modification of the Development Program for Development Dist. No. 1 and the modification of the Tax Increment Financing Plan relating to Tax Increment Financing Dist. No.1 located therein. (Resolution No. 8162) Ayes _ Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 4 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 19, 1989 Council recessed five minutes and reconvened at 8:50 P.M. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell directing Staff to redraft the proposal for purchase of land for North Second St. parking lots and present to Council at a future meeting. (All in favor). 3. Possible a ointment to Port Authorit to fill vacancy. t was note that no one has applle or the Port uthority vacancy. Mayor Abrahamson asked the Press to make this need known in the newspapers. o NEW BUSINESS 1. DNR re9uest to ac~uire City land. Mr. Krlesel repor ed on the DNR request to acquire city-owned land adjacent to the waste treatment plant in Oak Park Heights in order to construct and operate a public boat launch facility. After discussion by Council and Staff, Council directed Staff to study the request and to provide the Council with options on the use of the property, including an appraisal. 2. Possible first readin of Ordinance amendin Cha. 30.01 Sub. 8 Garba e & u lS emova ees. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to have a first reading of an Ordinance amending Chap. 30.01, sub. 8, Garbag~ & Rubbish Removal Fees, relating to recycling. (All in favor). PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued) 1. Joe Nasvick - Discussion regarding Contractor's License Mr. Nasvick was present to discuss the requirement for a Contractor's License and Liability Insurance. He stated he has done a lot of work for the City at low cost and cannot afford liability insurance. Mr. Kriesel stated he will attempt to help Mr. Nasvick resolve this problem. Council also directed that Mr. Nasvick delay the work on the cave until this issue is resolved. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of September 19, 1989, including the following: (All in favor). r 5 ~ r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 19, 1989 1. Directin9 pa~ent of Bills (Resolution No. 8160). Ayes - Councllmem ers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. The following Contractors' Licenses: Belisle Trucklng & Excavating Excavators Rt. 2, Box 496 Somerset, Wi 54025 New Rudy J. Lenz Masonry & Brick Work 3045 No. McKnight Rd. Maplewood, Mn. 55109 Renewal Western Excavating Excavators 565 No. Ferndale Rd. Wayzata, Mn. 55391 New New James E. Anderson General Contractor Rt. 3, Box 85 Cambridge, Mn. 55008 3. Set Public Hearin ases: a:--case No. SUB/89-63 - Preliminary Plat Approval for a Minor Subdivision of two lots into three lots located on Old Stonebridge Tr. (Lots 6 & 7, Block 1, Dallager's Estates) in the RB, Two Family Residential Dist., Washington Co. Abstract Co., Applicant. b. Case No. ZAM/89-43 - Zoning Map Amendment to rezone Lots 4 & 5 (currently designated 6 & 7) of Dallager's Estates from RB, Two Family Residential to RA, Single Family Residential. c. Case No. SUP/89-55 Special Use Permit to conduct an over-the-phone sales & service company for pool supplies at 313 W. Churchill St. in the RB, Two Family Residential Dist., Richard LaCasse, Applicant. d. Case No. SUP/89-60 - Special Use Permit for the placement of a 12 ft. by 48 ft. temporary structure to be used as office space behind an existing building at 232 No. Main St. in the CBD, Central Business Dist., Martha Conway, Applicant. e. Case No. V/89-66 - Variance Request to the Stillwater Floodplain Ordinance for the construction of an enclosed parking garage below a four-story office building located at 319 No. Main St., McGuire, Engler & Davis, Applicants. f. Case No. V/89-67 - Variance Request to the maximum sq. footage required for an accessory structure (120 sq. ft. allowed, 280 sq. ft. proposed) for the construction of a storage bldg, ,t 712 W. Oak St. in the RB, Two Family Residential Dist., Thomas Gerson, Applicant. 6 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 19, 1989 g. Case No. ZAT/SAT/89-6 - Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment & Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendment relating to a new Parks Dedication Policy for the City of Stillwater, City of Stillwater, Applicant. h. Case No. ZAT/89-1 - Zoning Ordinance Amendment to the parking regulations in the City of Stillwater, City of Stillwater, Applicant. i. Set Public Hearing for Oct. 11, 1989 for review of visual conspicuousness of alterations and expansion of residence at 120 Lakeside Dr. in the Duplex Residential Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Allen Rousseau, Applicant. 4. Request for sewer rate adjustment at 200 So. 3rd St. and 121 No. Greeley St. n COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS EMS Week Councilmember Bodlovick noted that this week has been proclaimed "EMS Week" and a notice has been posted in the City Hall entryway. 1990 League of Cities Conference Councilmember Bodlovick also reported that she has been appointed to the committee for planning the 1990 League Conference. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) 3. City Engineer - Plans for Parkin Lot on No. Second St. - L.I. 259 ,ty ng neer oore presente pans or t e par lng lot at the Lowell Inn/Riverview Heights area and asked that Council approve the plans so they can proceed with a portion of the project. This would fit in with the TIF requirements. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the preliminary plans for L.I. 259, North Second St. Parking. (All in favor). 4. Community Oevelopment Director - Rivertown Taxi Bus Mr, Russell stated he reviewed the bus being used by the Rivertown Taxi and said the Special Use Permit does not regulate the number of vehicles they may operate. It can be reviewed if it is a nuisance, which is not the case at this time. Park - Brick Pond Area Mr. Russell said a park has been designated in this area and he would ask approval to contact the owners of the land to establish a price and an option for future purchase. r 1 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 19, 1989 Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to direct Staff to obtain information in order to establish a price for purchase of land for a park in the Brick Pond area. (All in favor). COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS 1. Letter from Ed Stuart - Resignation from Downtown Plan Action Committee. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble accepting the resignation of Ed Stuart from the Downtown Plan Action Committee and confirming the appointment of Dave Pohl to the Committee, replacing Ed Stuart. (All in favor). 2. Complaint regarding Popeye's Noise Pollution - Marie Jahnke. Council discussed adopting a noise ordinance, in view of the recent complaints received regarding Popeye's Restaurant. o COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS (Continued) Mayor's Conference Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the attendance of Mayor Abrahamson at the Mayor's conference in Rochester. (All in favor). Commendation - John O~ren, Croix Oil Co. Motion by Councilmember Klmble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution commending John Ogren and Croix Oil Co. for their donation of fire extinguishers for the Police Dept. vehicles. (Resolution No. 8163). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 6. Cit~Coordinator- AFS E Contract Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the AFSCME agreement. (All in favor). c 8 (" o c Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 19, 1989 Claim - Charchenko Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble the claim against the City to the insurance company (Charchenko). favor. ) to submit (All in to 1. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjourn the meeting to Executive Session at 10:05 P.M. (All in favor). Resolutions: No. 8060 - Directing Payment of Bills No. 8161 - Permanent employment of David Reichow as Firefighter-Engineer. No. 8162 - Modification of Tax Incre.Oist. No.1. No. 8163 - Commendation of John Ogren, Croix Oil Co. No. 8164 - Authorization of payment for Easements in L.I. 251, Forest Hills/Greeley Project. #~ ATTEST: YlA./LiL ;::;;~ / u ---1 CftY CLERU ~a'~ MAY R 9 II RECORD OF Ii:XEClJTIVI!. SPJlSION batecol1vened: 1~esday, September 19, 1989 'Pj1tte convel1"d: ~:30 p.m. Timeadjo,,,,ned: 6:35p.m. Members present' Bodlovick, Kimble. Opheim, Farren and Mayor Abrahamson Members <>bsent: None Also present: City Coordinator Kri""el, City Attorney Magnuson, T01ll1lay and Dave Johnson Purpose of E>:ecutive Se"sion: To continue dis=~"ion regarding purchase of Oak Glen Golf Course. /\'ctiQn L"ken: To set "nother meeUng for 9-26-89. httesC.: ~ ".../7/'1 C -., ~'l /0 d:( ,x '(Zve( J cltYCQordla"tor IlEmRD OF KlCECU'I'IVH SESSItIIi Dateconvene<l: Tuesday,septemberl'l,1989 Time canvened: lO:OS p.m. 'fimeadj<:>urned: 1O:3Dp.m. Members pres,mt, Bodl<:>vick, KilIIble, Opheim, Farrell and Mayor Abrahamson Membersabsenl: None Al.so present: City Coordinator Kriesel, city Attorney Magnuson Purpose of Executive Session: To r"view wrongfuL discharge clalm filed by former part time police officer. I\cliontilken, to turn d"jrn Dj reeted City Attorney to coordinate proee~sing of this claim and over to insurance carrie,. At.,-""t: -r'/cAe y;~,-J City coordinator