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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-09-26 CC MIN (' SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 26, 1989 1:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: Councilmember Bodlovick / A l'S0 Present: '- City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Consulting Engineer Moore City Clerk Johnson Pr es s : Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Mr./Mrs. Leonard Feeley, Richard Ernst, Jr., Bob Brackey, Glen Rose, Jim Blichfeldt, Al Ranum. Others: r ASSESSMENT HEARINGS 1. This lS the day and time for the Assessment Hearing on L.I. 240, East Industrial Park Drainage Area, bounded by Minnesota Trunk Highway 36 on the south, Northwestern Ave. on the west, W. Orleans and the extension thereof on the north and by a line 250 ft. east of Greeley St. on the east. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 8, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. Consulting Engineer Moore opened the hearing by explaining the drainage improvements constructed along the frontage road between Greeley St. and Industrial Blvd. The project was scaled down to $54,988.44 from the original cost of $213,000. It was proposed to give 3M Co. credit for the portion of the project they installed, namely, the sewer in the ditch area, but they were never able to make contact with the 3M engineer. Therefore, $1,016 was applied to their share of the assessment. Richard Ernst, representing the Parlay Group, asked why they were being assessed. Mr. Moore answered that they are contributing to the drainage with their development across Greeley St. Leonard Feeley, owner of property in the Industrial Park, asked if the holding pond would be enlarged. Mr. Moore stated improvements have not been made yet to the pond, but if UFE, Inc. and other properties develop, then the basin would be constructed. r " 1 ~ r c Stillwater City Council Minutes September 26, 1989 Special Meeting Mrs. Feeley asked who would be assessed for the holding pond when it goes in. Mr. Moore stated they don't anticipate any assessments, but that UFE, Inc. would take care of the pond as they develop. Mr. Feeley said they have been assessed before for storm water and sewer and now they are being assessed again. Mr. Moore answered that this is an area-wide improvement and everyone in the district benefits from it. Mr. Moore added that the original project included discussion with Bay town Township, Oak Park Heights and Mn/DOT. They felt they had adequate drainage and the new developments were to blame for needed improvements. Mayor Abrahamson closed the hearing. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the assessment roll for L.I. 240, the East Industrial Park Drainage Area, at the interest rate of 8 per cent per annum. (Resolution No. 8165) Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. This is the day and time for the Assessment Hearing on L.I. 251, known as the Forest Hills/Greeley Project, located north of Trunk Highway 36 between Co. Rd. 66 on the west, the City of Oak Park Heights on the east, south of the south line of the Plat of Second Bergens Forest Hills Addition and a westerly extension of the south line to Co. Rd. 66. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 8, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Moore explained the improvements constructed for 61st St. and Tuenge Drive, which include sanitary sewer, watermain, streets and storm drainage in the area at a total cost of $1,129,358.49. Mr. Moore also explained the assessments for the Parlay Group, which is included as part of the assessment roll, on a separate basis as the Forest Ridge area. It was noted that letters were received objecting to their portion of the assessments from Mexicali Co. and RGT Investments. Glen Rose stated he objected to the Rose Floral property, which is high, being used for ponding. He also noted there is a conflict in the amount of acreage for which he was assessed and his assessment should be a higher figure. City Attorney Magnuson stated that Community Development Director Russell will discuss park land in that area with Mr. Rose. Bob Brackey, owner of property next to Kangaroo Storage questioned why there are overruns in the cost of the improvements. Mr. Moore stated they 2 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes September 26, 1989 Special Meeting ran into some extra grading expenses and additional landscaping costs. Further discussion involved when the improvement will be completed. Mr. Brackey asked if there would be more expenses, and Mr. Moore replied these costs are included. Mr. Ernst stated he would like to see the costs for his project itemized before the assessment is adopted. This is included in his Development Agreement. He also stated he has no problem in paying the assessments, but would like to see the costs broken down. City Attorney Magnuson and Mr. Moore answered Mr. Ernst's questions. Council discussion followed and included Mr. Ernst's right to review the costs for the Forest Ridge project, but that the assessment roll should be adopted tonight. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the assessment roll for L.I. 251, Forest Hills/Greeley St. Project, at the interest rate of 8 per cent per annum. (Resolution No. 8166) r Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. This is the day and time for the Assessment Hearing on L.I. 255, known as the Plat of Sunset Ridge Estates. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 8, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Moore explained the improvements made for this new plat, consisting of sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer and streets. The area lies adjacent to Stillwater Township and was annexed recently. The final project cost is $169,329.14 for 19 lots which was less than the estimate. Jim Blichfeldt, the developer of the project was present. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the assessment roll for L.I. 255, Sunset Ridge Estates, at the interest rate of 8 percent per annum. (Resolution No. 8161) Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 3 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes September 26, 1989 Special Meeting APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES 1. Park & Recreation Board Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to appoint David G. Junker to the Park and Recreation Board, replacing John Benson, who has resigned. (All in favor). 2. Port Authority Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to appoint James Schultz to the Port Authority, replacing Carol Paukert, who has resigned. (All in favor). 3. Resignation of Maurice Stenerson It was noted that a letter has been received from Maurice Stenerson announcing his resignation from the Heritage Preservation Commission and Downtown Plan Action Committee. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution commending Maurice Stenerson for his years of service and expertise on the Heritage Preservation Committee and Downtown Plan Action Committee. (Resolution No. 8168) r Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None COTTAGES OF STILLWATER, PHASE III - SANITARY SEWER & TEMPORARY LIFT STATION Consulting Engineer Moore presented the past background on the request for sanitary sewer service and temporary lift station. The permanent location of the lift station will be on County Road 5. Oiscussion followed which included the development of the Benson property and other undeveloped parcels, how to assess for a temporary lift station, and credit for salvaging the temporary equipment. The approximate cost is $115,000. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting the feasibility report and setting the public hearing for October 11, 1989 for L.I. 256, Cottages of Stillwater, Phase III, Sanitary Sewer Service. (Resolution No. 8169) Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None COUNCIL TELEPHONE POLLS Motion by Councilmember Kimble, the following telephone polls: seconded by Councilmember Farrell to ratify (All in favor). Sept. 8 - allowing the Fire Dept. to take a truck to Burnsville community event on Sept. 9; r 4 r r (' Stillwater City Council Minutes September 26, 1989 Special Meeting Sept. 15 - Permit to Consume for St. Mary's Wild Rice Festival on Sept. 11, 1989; Sept. 18 - Permit to Consume for Staples Mills picnic at Pioneer Park on Sept. 19, 1989. Specs for Public Works Loader Discussion followed regarding making a change in the specifications for the Public Works loader which was recently advertised for bids. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to retain the specs for the Public Works loader as originally presented. (All in favor) . ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 P.M. (All in favor). Resolutions: No. 8165 - Adopting Assessment Roll for L.I. 240, East Indus. Pk. Drainage Area. No. 8166 - Adopting Assessment Roll for L.I. 251, Forest Hills/Greeley St. Proj ect . No. 8161 - Adopting Assessment Roll for L.I. 255, Sunset Ridge Estates. No. 8168 - Commending Maurice Stenerson for service on Heritage Preservation Commission & Downtown Plan Action Committee. No. 8169 - Accept Feasibility Report & Set Public Hearing for L.I. 256, Cottages of Stillwater, Phase III Temporary Lift Station. it4~~ ATTEST: J/liJu1 )-rJ.AAJyy--;~ . CITY CLER 5 R~'fYYITl OF KlIKaJ'I'IVE SESSICIl Date conven..d: Tuesday, Septemb..r 2&, 1989 Timeconv..ned: 5:30 p.m. Time "djourned: 6:30 p.m. Members present: Bodlovick, Kimble, Opheim, Farrell and Mayor Abrahamson Members absent: None Alsopr",,,ent: City Coordinator Kriesel. City Attorn..y Magnu.;:on, 1'ornHay, Ron Langness, lJavc.Johnson, Andy Merricor P~rpose of Executive Session: Corp. To ~ontinuc discussion on Oak Glen Development Action taken: Staff and consultant dj~acted to continue to work on resolving Q"klilcndefault. ALt."st: ~:tfJ c;: <-;(}/' /; r/ . ,%./tA...<tA-----eV " Clty (;""nli:lator