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Home My WebLink About1989-12-19 CC MIN r r r SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 19, 1989 4:30 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None A 1 so Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson City Clerk Johnson Press: Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Others: Jim Junker, Junker Sanitation. 1. Discussion with Junker Sanitation. Jim Junker of Junker Sanitation updated Council on amounts of recyclables collected for September, October and November. Further discussion followed regarding recycling, volume based fees, and how to assess sales tax for garbage pick-up. After recommendations regarding the above are developed by Mr. Junker with City Coordinator Kriesel, Councilmember Kimble and Finance Director Deblon, Council will discuss this subject further at a Special Meeting on January 16, 1990 at 4:30 P.M. RECESS Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to recess the meeting at 5:35 P.M. All in favor. ~d; ATTEST'J.1~~ ?N~ MAYOR 1 o REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 19, 1989 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim (arrived at 7:20 P.M.) and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Press: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Public Works Director Junker Public Safety Director Mawhorter Consulting Engineer Moore Parks Director Blekum Fire Chief Seim Finance Director Deblon Comm. Dev. Director Russell City Clerk Johnson Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Also Present: o Others: Gary Funke, Clayton Patterson, Craig Christenson, Mark Desch. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motlon by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the minutes of the Regular and Recessed Meetings of December 5, 1989 as presented. (All in favor). INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS 1. American Le ion - Re uest for second ens t. Kenneth Fritsche, Gambling Manager for the American Legion, was present to make the request for a second pull-tab operation at the Harbor Bar on No. OWens Street. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the request of the American Legion for a second pull-tab operation at the Harbor Bar on No. Owens St. with the condition that this be reviewed in one year. (All in favor). 2. Productions - Re uest for use of two City Parkin to explain the request, however, Staff ~ 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the request of Doug Belton, Brainstorm Productions, to use two parking spaces in Reed's parking lot for the placement of a large boombox radio for a Christmas promotion at "Steamers" on Dec. 21 & 22, 1989. (All in favor). New Year's Eve Fireworks DisPla~ Councilmember Kimble lnitiated iscussion of the proposed fireworks display for New Year's Eve by the Freighthouse Restaurant. They have the permit, but it will be necessary to provide insurance with a cost to the City of $500. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the insurance coverage for the New Year's Eve fireworks display at an approximate cost of $500. (All in favor). PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This is the day and time for the public hearing on the proposed transfer of liquor license for Semper Holdings, Inc. (Howard B. Bergerud and G. Craig Christensen) for restaurant/bar facility, 102 No. Second St. (Lowell Inn) . Notice of the hearing was publiShed in the Stillwater Gazette on r December 14, 1989 and mailed to affected property owners. (Councilmember Opheim arrived at 7:20 P.M.) Craig Christenson explained that he and Howard Bergerud, Semper Holdings, Inc., plan to buy the Lowell Inn and have requested a transfer of Liquor License. They will own 90% of the Inn with the Palmers retaining 10%. The real estate closing should take place next week. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to approve the transfer of liquor license to Semper Holdings, Inc. for a restaurant/bar facility at 102 No. Second St. (Lowell Inn) contingent on completion of the police investigation and closing of the real estate transaction. (All in favor). STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance Director - Workers' com~ensation Insurance Policy Motion by Counci member Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Workers' Compensation Insurance policy with League of Minn. Cities Ins. Trust for 1990 with an alternative refund option. (All in favor). 2. Public Works - Transfer of Rescue Truck to Sewer Dept. r 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 19B9 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the transfer of the Fire Dept. rescue truck to the Public Works Dept. for use in the Sewer Dept. with the necessary painting to be done. (All in favor). 3. Parks Director - Request for Use of Lepion Beach for Wedding Motion by Councilmember Klmble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to send notification of denial, due to liability and other various difficulties, to individuals requesting the use of the Stillwater Park on the Wisconsin side of the river for their wedding in the summer of 1990. (All in favor). 4. Fire Chief Appointment of Bob Barthol & Paul Glaser to position of Captain in Fire Dept. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution appointing Bob Barthol and Paul Glaser to the position of Captain in the Fire Dept. (Resolution No. 8216) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 5. Public Safet~ Director - Sgt. Bell's equest for use of City Vehicle Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to deny the request of Sgt. Tim Bell of the Police Dept. to use the Fire Chief's car during his attendance at the FBI Academy in Washington, D.C. (All in favor). Washin~ton countt Coordinated Narcotics Joint Powers Agreement Motion by ouncllmem er Bodlovick, seconded by Councllmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution to enter into the Washington County Coordinated Narcotics Joint Powers Agreement; authorizing Mayor and Police Chief to sign; and forwarding copies to Washington Co. and the City'S insurance carrier. (Resolution No. 8217) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None De t. Y ouncilmember Opheim to approve for the Police Dept. in the amount Workshop Meeting with Council on Jan. 9, 1990 at 4:30 P.M. Council scheduled a workShop meeting on January 9, 1990 at 4:30 P.M. to discuss the new Police Directives Manual. /"', \, 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting 6. communitl Develo~ment Director - West Sti lwater usiness Park Hearin~ Comm. Dev. Director Russell announced that a Public Hearing will be held on January 8, 1990 at 7:00 P.M. to discuss the West Stillwater Business Park Pl an. 7. Consulting Engineer - No report. 8. City Coordinator - Sidewalk Snow Removal Bids Motion by Councilmember Klmble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the recommendation of the City Coordinator and Public Works Director to reject the sidewalk snow removal bids and negotiate with three contractors for sidewalk snowplowing for 1990. (All in favor). UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Appointment of Bob Barthol & Paul Glaser to position of Captain in Fire ~~~t. lS item was discussed under the Fire Chief's report. 2. Report regarding Implementation of Downtown parkinl Pr09ram and Budget. Mayor Abrahamson explained that a volunteer commlt ee wlll be conductlng a survey of downtown business people regarding permit parking, number and placement of signs, etc. o Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the no meter parking program, the components of which will be drafted by the Mayor's Committee working in conjunction with the Mayor, Comm. Oev. Director, Public Works Director, Public Safety Director, and City Attorney; with submission of the plan to the Downtown Implementation Committee and then presented to Council for approval on January 16, 1990j '" . Council recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 9:06 P.M. /-1"-90 3. Notification of State Grant approval for purchase of land at Mulberry Point. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the acceptance of the Community Development Outdoor Recreation Grant from the State in the amount of $200,000 and directing Staff to negotiate a price for park area on Mulberry Point. (All in favor). and also including the appropriate resolution adopting the 1990 Parking Fund Budget. (Resolution No. 8233) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble. Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None o 4 Stillwater City Council Minutes r December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting 4. Possible second reading of an Ordinance Amendment to include the Krogstad property on the zoning map. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to have a second reading and enactment of an ordinance amending the Stillwater City Code to include the Krogstad property on the Zoning Map. (Ordinance No. 718) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 5. Possible discussion of Sidewalk Snow Removal Bid. This item was discussed under Staff Reports. 6. Review of Final 1990 Bud~et. a. Resolution amendin~ 990 General Fund Bud~et. Motion by Councilmember Op eim, seconded by Councllmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution amending the General Fund Budget. (Resolution No. 8218) r Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None b. Resolution adopting 1990 parkin~ Fund Budget. J This item ..:ill lie disBYSSeS SR aRyapy 16, 1999. was discussed under 1-1'-10 Report regarding Implementation of Downtown Parking Program and Budget. c. 1990 Ca~ital Outla~. Motion by Councllmember Bo lovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the 1990 Capital Outlay expenditures. (Resolution No. 8220) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 7. Appointments/Reappointments to Various Boards and Commissions. Motion by Councilmember Ophelm, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reappoint the following people to the respective boards and commissions: (All in favor) James S. O'Brien - Port Authority Jeff Johnson, Raymond Zaworski, Marlene Workman - Heritage Preservation Commission. Jean Jacobson - Planning Commission Thomas L. Thoreson, David G. Junker, Robert McGarry, III, Fredrick Lammers, and Susan F. Supina - Park and Recreation Commission. Council stated that new appointments to the Commissions will be made at the January 2, 1990 meeting. r , , 5 o Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting 8. Appointment of Parking Enforcement Officer. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, to adopt the appropriate resolution appointing Steven S. Montbriand as Parking Enforcement Officer at the salary and duties indicated by the City Coordinator. (Resolution No. 8221) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. r Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. Request for Tax Increment Assistance for Development along North Main St. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Ophelm to adopt the appropriate Resolution regarding the agreement to consider a request for Tax Increment Financing Assistance for an office building at the northeast corner of Mulberry & No. Main St. (Resolution No. 8224) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Council will hold a Special Meeting on January 9, 1990 at 5:30 P.M. to discuss the above request. 4. Possible Award of Janitorial Service Contract. Motion by Councilmember 80dlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for janitorial maintenance services for City Hall to Jim's Building Maintenance Inc. in the amount of $9,420.00. (Resolution No. 8225) r'. 6 r f' Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None to adopt 1990 to Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Abstain - Councilmember Opheim. 6. Appoint McGladrey & Pullen as Auditors for 1989 Audit. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution appointing McGladrey & Pullen as Auditors for the 1989 Audit. (Resolution No. 8227) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 7. Designation of 1990 Depositories. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution designating the following as City depositories for 1990: (Resolution No. 8219) Cosmopolitan State Bank Firstar Bank of Stillwater Norwest Bank Metropolitan Federal Bank Piper, Jaffray and Hopwood Marquette National Bank, Minneapolis American National Bank, St. Paul Shearson, Lehman, Hutton Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the Consent Agenda of December 19, 1989, including the following: (All in favor). 1. Directin~ p~ent of Bills (Resolution No. 8215) Ayes - Councllmem ers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Li censes: (""'. 7 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting Earl s Energy 4091 Geneva 1104 Oakdale, Mn. 5512B Freighthouse, Inc. 305 So. Water St. Contractors Licenses: General Contractor On-Sale Liquor Licenses Trump's Deluxe Grill & Bar 317 So. Main St. J.W. Harbor, Inc. 517 No. Owens St. Hidden Valley Lounge - The Annex 231 E. Myrtle St. J.L.H., Inc. dba John's Bar 302 So. Main St. Stillwater River Inn,umc. dba Popeye's On the River P.O. Box 463 Brine's, Inc. 219 So. Main St. St. Croix Club Bar & Restaurant, Inc. 423 So. Main St. Freighthouse, Inc. 305 So. Water St. I , New Meister's Bar & Grill 901 So. Fourth St. Sanford Enterprises, Inc. dba Cat Ballou's 112 No. Main St. National Restaurants dba Esteban's 324 So. Main St. Dock Cafe Corp. 225 E. Nelson St. Stillwater Lodge 1179 Elks 279 E. Myrtle St. Vittorio's, Inc. 402 So. Main St. Mad Capper Saloon, Inc. 224 So. Main St. Sunday On-Sale Liquor Licenses St. Croix Club Bar & Rest. 423 So. Main St. Trump's Deluxe Grill & Bar 317 So. Main St. J.W. Harbor, Inc. 517 No. Owens St. 8 Sanford Enterprises, Inc. dba Cat Ballou's 112 No. Main St. National Restaurants dba Esteban's 324 So. Main St. ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting Hidden Valley Lounge - The Annex 231 E. Myrtle St. J.L.H., Inc. dba John's Bar 302 So. Main St. Stillwater River Inn, Inc. dba Popeye's On the River P.O. Box 463 Brine's, Inc. 219 So. Main St. Off-Sale Beer Licenses Cub Food Market 2001 Washington Ave. r Hooley's Supermarket, Inc. 405 E. Myrtle St. Tom Thumb Store #2B3 1905 So. Greeley St. On-Sale Beer Licenses Silver Lake Restaurant 241 No. Main St. Food-n-Fuel 1101 No. Owens St. Cigarette Licenses Croix Oil Co., dba Superamerica 103 No. Main St. Cub Foods 2001 Washington Ave. No. H.V.L., Inc., Hidden Valley Lounge 231 E. Myrtle St. Semper Holdi ngs, Inc. dba Lowell Inn 102 No. Second St. r 9 , , Dock Cafe Corp. 225 E. Nelson St. Stillwater Lodge #179 Elks 279 E. Myrtle St. Vittorio's, Inc. 402 So. Main St. Mad Capper Saloon, Inc. 224 So. Main St. Food-n-Fuel 1101 No. Owens St. Brook's Superette Inc. #26 2289 Croixwood Blvd. Tom Thumb Store #219 2601 Orleans St. River Valley Athletic Club 1826 Northwestern Ave. Croix Oil Co. dba Fina-Minuteman 1750 So. Greeley St. Freighthouse Restaurant 305 So. Water St. Hooley's Supermarket 405 E. Myrtle St. Bill's Bait 806 So. Main St. Sanford Enterprises dba Cat Ballou's 112 No. Main St. r Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting Nat'l. Restaurants, dba Esteban's 324 So. Main St. Best Vending Services, Inc. Washington Co. Gov't. Center 14900 - 61st St. No. Nelson's Dairy Store 902 W. Olive St. 3. 4. Submission of claim to insurance agent for Carol Horne & Michael J. Hanle Notice of Possible Claim fn.ury to individual and dama e to truck near 1 wa er rl ge. r 5. Appointment of City Coordinator as AMM Legislative Contact Person. 6. Set Public Hearing Date of January 2, 1990 for the following Planning Cases: a. Case No. SUP/89-76 - Special Use Permit Request to convert an existing 1st floor meat market into a bar & conversion of 3rd floor bar into banquet facilities at 219 So. Main St. in CBD, Central Business Dist., Brine's Meat Market, Applicant. b. Case No. SV/89-77 - Street Vacation Request for whole portion of Linden St. east of No. Main St. & west of Burlington Northern RR right-of-way in the CBD, Central Business Dist., Mark & Gloria Desch, Applicants. c. Case No. SUP/89-78 - Special Use Permit Request for construction of retail/manufacturing/office building on northwest corner of Curve Crest Blvd. & Washington Ave. in IP-I, Industrial Pk. Dist., Curve Crest Properties, Applicant. d. Case No. SUB/89-79 - Preliminary Plat Approval for subdivision of 8.7 acre parcel into 5 lots on northwest corner of Curve Crest Blvd. & Washington Ave. in IP-I, Industrial Pk. Dist., Curve Crest Properties, Applicant. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Approval of Joint Cable Commission Bud~ Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, secondediDy Councilmember Farrell to approve the proposed 1990 Budget for Central St. Croix Valley Joint Cable Commission. (All in favor). Charter Commission Meetin~ Motion by Councilmember Farre 1, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to meet with the Charter Commission on Tuesday, January 30, 1990 at 7:00 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers. (All in favor). r 10 - r Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS 1. DNR Summons & Complaint re9ardin~ Rousseau House. City Attorney Magnuson stated thlS item will discussed at an Executive Session of the Council. 2. Comments from Town of St. Joseph regarding use of Stillwater Beach for weddin~ in summer of 1990. This i em was discussed under Staff reports. 3. Bob Kondrasuk, invitation to Cit ate in Earth Week A ril, 99 . Council noted the letter from Mr. Kondrasuk. No action was taken. 4. and 5. AMM Various Concerns. Action was taken on this item under the Consent Agenda. 6. r 7. the cleanin9 of the 300-400 STAFF REPORTS (Continued) Ci t~ Cl erk Sun ay Li9uor License & Sale of Food After revlewing the survey taken of all Sunday On-Sale Liquor Licensees, Council determined they adequately filled the requirements for this type of 1 i cense. Scrap Iron Bid Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to revoke the bid award for scrap iron, awarded on Nov. 21, 1989, if the individual awarded the bid does not respond to notice sent by Dec. 20, 1989 at 5:00 P.M.; and to award the bid to the second high bidder. (All in favor). City Coordinator Sewer Bill Adjustment - 1001 So. Second St. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the request for sewer bill adjustment at 1001 So. 2nd St. as recommended by the City Coordinator. (All in favor). r 11 - , , (' Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting r Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to send notice to James Meyers, and other owners of record, to appear at the meeting on January 2, 1990 regarding possible abatement procedures for property located at 4th & Pine Streets. (All in favor). Cit{ Coordinator (Continued) Emp oyee Assistance Program Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the agreement with Family Service for 1990 for an employee assistance program. (Resolution No. 8228) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Transportation Study Board Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell directing the City Engineer to provide information as requested by the Transportation Study Board. (All in favor). Resolution commendin~ Bob Thompson (Port Authority) Motion by Councilmember imble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution commending Bob Thompson for his service on the Port Authority. (Resolution No. 8229) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Transfer of Bruce Klosowsky Mayor Abrahamson noted letters received from the School District regarding the transfer of Sgt. Klosowsky from the School Liaison Officer position. It was suggested the Public Safety Director communicate with the School District regarding this matter. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adjourn the meeting to Executive Session at 10:17 P.M. (All in favor). r \ 12 ...... r r r - Stillwater City Council Minutes December 19, 1989 Regular Meeting Resolutions: No. 8215 - Directing Payment of Bills No. 8216 - Appointment of Bob Barthol & Paul Glaser to Captain position in Fire Dept. No. 8217 - Approval of Jt. Powers Agreement with Washington Co. regarding Narcotics Enforcement. No. 8218 - Amending the 1980 Budget. No. 8219 - Designation of 1990 Depositories. No. 8220 - Approval of 1990 Capital Outlay. No. 8221 - Appointment of S. Scott Montbriand as Parking Enforcement Officer. No. 8222 - Resubdivision of Swager property, 324 Hazel St. No. 8223 - Resubdivision of Russell property, 1417 W. Pine St. No. 8224 - Consideration of Tax Increment Financing for No. Main St. No. 8225 - Award of Bid for Janitorial Service for 1990. No. 8226 - Award of Bid for Legal City Newspaper. No. 8227 - Designation of McGladrey & Pullen for 1989 Audit. No. 8228 - Approval of Family Service for Employee Assistance Contract. No. 8229 - Certificate of Appreciation for Bob Thompson. No. 8233 - Adoptfon of 1990 Parking Fund Budget. Ordinances: No. 718 - Amend Chap. 31.01, Subd. 5, adding Krogstad property to Zoning Map. ~ad; ~,,~~ AmST, ~ ~ C 13 11 ..~ RECORD OF EllEClJTIVK SESSION Date convened, 'l'uesday,Decernber19,1989 Time conven~d, 10,17 p.m. 'I'.u"eadjourned: 11:00 p.m. Member~ present: Bodlovl.ck, Kimble, Oph"iro, Farrell and Mayor Abrahamson Members absent: None Also present: CIty Coordinator Kriesel, City Attorney. Magnuson Purp"~e of Executive Session: To dIscuss labor agreeJllent proposal for AFSCME Council 14. IIctIon taken: cha.nges m"de by '1'0 approve proposal as recornIlIended Council ~nd submit to ~'SCME Council by City 1.4. Coordinatorwitl:t M'~'" ~.Alt;;)(Gu~ CityC;oordIna.tor