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Home My WebLink About1987-09-15 CC MIN . . . AGENDA STILLWATER CITY CDUNCIL September IS, 1987 7:DO P.M. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES - August 25, 1987, Special Meeting. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS STAFF REPORTS 1. FInance 4. Comm. Dev. Director 7. Fire Chief 2. PublIc Safety 5. Parks & Recreation 8. City Attorney 3. Public Works 6. Consultin9 Engineer 9. City Clerk 10. City Coordinator PUBLIC HEARINGS UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Request for Amendment to Final PUD approval for Phase I, Washington Square Development located at 102 North Second Street, Arthur V. Palmer, Applicant. 2. Review of Concept site plans for 84 townhomes for consistency with previously approved PUD along McKusick Road in Oak Glen Development, Jack Klepp, J.B.Franklin Corp., Applicant. 3. Second reading of Ordinance No. 669, Amenjing the City Code in regard to 9arage setbacks. Notice of the reading was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 4, 1987. 4. Recommendation for employment of Part-Time Building Inspector. 5. Request for Part-Time Planning Assistant for remainder of year. NEW BUSINESS 1. Award BId _ Cottages of Stillwater, L.I.230-1, Phase II. 2. Claim a9ainst the City - Margaret K. Johnson, knee injuries from tripping over sidewalk on Union St. PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued) CONSENT AGENDA 1. Dlrectin9 Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7803) 1 . . 2. Applications (List to be supplied at Meeting). 3. Set Public Hearing Date of October 6, 1987 for the following Planning cases: a) Case No.SUP/87-41 - Special Use Permit for constructioin of new laundry addition to Healthcare Center, 303 So. Greeley St., James forberg, Greeley Healthcare Center, Applicants. b) Case No.SUP/87-42 - Variance request for installation of an in-ground swimming pool in front yard, 2675 Interlachen Ct., Richard M.Minday, Applicant. c) Case No.SUP/87-43 - Special Use Permit for use of three bedrooms in existing residence as Bed & Breakfast, 626 No. 4th St., Bernard & Diane Rappa, and Kenneth & Barbara Schotl, Applicants. d) Case No.V/87-44 - Variance request for building sign program at 194D So.Greeley St., Clark Nyberg, Applicant. e) Case No.SUP/87-45 - Special Use Permit for an aquatic/therapy facility, 1460 Curve Crest Blvd., Courage Center St.Croix, Rafferty, Rafferty, Mikutoski & Assoc., Applicant. SPECIAL ORDER Of BUSINESS COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS STAff REPORTS (Continued) COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS QUESTIONS/COMMENTS fROM NEWS MEDIA ADJOURNMENT 2 . STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 15, 1987 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING The Meetin9 was called or order by Mayor Abrahamson. City Clerk Johnson gave the Invocation. Present: Councilmembers 80dlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: Councilmember Kimble City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Oirector Caruso Comm. Oev. Director Russell Parks Director 8lekum Consulting Engineer Moore City Clerk Johnson Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St. Croix Valley Press Ann Pung, Paul Keleher, David Johnson, Frank Kubitchek. Also Present: Press: . Others: APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember 80dlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting of AU9ust 25, 1987 as presented. (All in favor.) INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS - None STAFF REPORTS 1. Parks & Recreation - No report. 2. Comm.Dev.Director- Mr. Russell received a request for change of date for the workshop meeting scheduled on September 22, 1987 regarding Washington Square project. Council delayed action on the request until later in the meeting. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember 8odlovick, to authorize attendance of Comm. Dev. Director Russell at the American Planner's Ass'n. Workshop. (All in favo~) . 1 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 19S7 ~proval, Minor Subdivision - Cottages of Stillwater, First Addition - Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution granting the request for a lot split between Phase I and Phase II, Cottages of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 7S0S) Ayes _ Councilmembers Sodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Councilmember Bodlovick inquired whether a lot on Myrtle St. between Echo Ln. and Sunset Or. is large enough for a house and stated there is a "Lot for Sale" sign on it. Comm.Oev. Director Russell will check on this. 3. Consulting Engineer - No report. 4. Finance Director - Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution allowing the release of funds for Phase II, Cottages of Stillwater because of 75% completion. (Resolution No. 7S09) Ayes _ Councilmembers Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - Councilmember Bodlovick 5. City Coordinator - Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to sell the Fire Dept. compressor to the Dept. of Corrections for $l,SOO. (All in favor) Mr. Kriesel initiated discussion of the City again performing sidewalk snowplowing for the upcoming winter months. He will draft specifications for Council review. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Second reading of Ordinance No. 669, Amending the City Code in regard to 9arage setbacks. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 4, 19S7. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell for a second reading and approval of Ordinance No. 669, relating to garage setbacks. Ayes _ Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 UNFINISHED BUSINESS . 1. Request for Amendment to Final PUD approval for Phase I, Washington Square Development located at 102 North Second Street, Arthur V. Palmer, Applicant. Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to schedule a Council/Staff workshop for Sept. 22, 4:30 P.M., and a Council/Staff workshop with Mr. Palmer on Sept. 29, 4:30 P.M. to discuss the Washington Square project. (All in favor) 2. Review of Concept site plans for 84 townhomes for consistency with previously approved PUD along McKusick Road in Oak Glen Development, Jack K1epp, J.B. Franklin Corp., Applicant. Mr. Russell reviewed the proposed project and recommended setback and parking requirements be established. Mr. Kubitchek, representing the project, inquired whether the site plan is consistent with utilities and agrees to the conditions. Motion by Counci1member 80d10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to give concept approval to site plans for 84 town homes along McKusick Rd. in Oak Glen Development for J. B. Franklin Corp. as conditioned. (All in favor) 3. Recommendation for employment of Part-Time Building Inspector. Motion by Counci1member 60d10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Bill Mesaros as Part-Time Building Inspector for the City, effective October I, 1987, contingent on passing a physical. (Resolution No. 7810) Ayes _ Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None NEW BUSINESS 1. Award Bid _ Cottages of Stillwater, L.I. 230-1, Phase II. Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconde~ by Counci1member Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for improvements for Local Improvement No. 230-1, Phase II to E & H Earth Movers. (Resolution No. 7811) Ayes _ Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None . 3 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September IS, 1987 2. Request for Sanitary Sewer - Addition for Cottages of Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember 80dlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to consider the request of Cottages of Stillwater that the design work for the sanitary sewer line running from Orleans Ave. to Cottage Dr. be drafted into plans for the Woodland Lakes Mall Oevelopment. (All in favor) 3. Claim against the City - Margaret K. Johnson, knee injuries from trippin9 over sidewalk on Union St. Council directed the Public Works Oirector to check the sidewalk in this area. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to forward the claim from Margaret Johnson to the City's insurance carrier. (All in favor) 4. Request for Part-Time Planning Assistant for remainder of year. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Ann Pung-Terwedo as Part-Time Planning Assistant for the remainder of the year. (Resolution No. 7812) Ayes _ Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of September IS, 1987 including the following: (All in favor) 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7803) Ayes _ Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Contractors Applications: Form Weavers, Ltd. 240 W. Oak Street Stillwater, Mn. 55082 General Contractor Renewal George Ness 1321 West Olive St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 General Contractor Renewal 4 Old House/New House Restoration,Inc. 169 No. Victoria St. St. Paul, MN 55104 Redalen Masonry 576 Portland Ave. St. Paul, Mn. 55102 Remodeling Concepts 1570 Rose St. St. Paul, Mn. 55106 Rydeen Roofin9 Rt. 2, Box 3238 Somerset, Wi 54025 Schlagel Masonry 650 Callahan Pl. Mendota Hts., Mn. 55118 3. Set Public Hearing Date of October 6, 1987 for the following Planning cases: a) Case No.SUP/87-41 - Special Use Permit for construction of new laundry addition to Healthcare Center, 303 So.Greeley St., James Forberg, Greeley Healthcare Center, Applicants. b) Case No.SUP/87-43 - Special Use Permit for use of three bedrooms in existing residence as Bed & Breakfast, 626 No. 4th St., Bernard & Diane Rappa, and Kenneth & Barbara Schotl, Applicants. c) Case No.V/87-44 - Variance request for building sign program at 1940 So.Greeley St., Clark Nyberg, Applicant. d) Case No.SUP/87-45 - Special Use Permit for an aquatic/therapy facility, 1460 Curve Crest Blvd., Courage Center St.Croix, Rafferty, Rafferty, Mikutoski & Assoc., Applicant. Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 . STAFF REPORTS General Contractor New Masonry ~ Brick Work New General Contractor New General Contractor Renewal Masonry & Brick Work New Mr. Kriesel stated a "equest was received from the Elks to sell Christmas Trees at the Lily Lake Recreation Center. The Parks Director will review this request and make a recommendation. Public Hearing - Budget Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to set a public hearing for the Budget on September 19, 1987 at 7:00 P.M. (All in favor) . 5 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Discussion was held on a complaint by Mike Bod10vick regarding a drainage problem on his property that apparently was caused by the construction of a paved driveway and garage addition by his neighbor, David Eichten. Mr. Magnuson explained that he was trying to resolve this problem between the two neighbors and would continue to do so. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Counci1member Bod1ovick, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to adjourn the meeting at 8:16 P.M. to a Budget Workshop. (All in favor) Resolutions: No. 7803 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 7808 - Approving Minor Subdivision - Cottages of Stillwater. No. 7809 - Release of Funds for Cottages of Stillwater, Phase II. No. 7810 - Employing Part-Time Bui1(:ng Inspector. No. 7811 - Award Bid for L.I.230-1, Phase II. No. 7812 - Employing Half-Time Planning Assistant. ~ Council reconvened at 8:30 P.M. 1988 Budget WorkshoP Finance Director Caruso presented line item budget worksheets and schedules showing the departmental budget requests and the impact on the City taxes. Ms. Caruso said the budget, as requested by Department Heads represented a 9S increase over the levy required for the 1987 budget and would probably create a city mill rate of 29.5 mills. This would be a 5.4% increase over the 1987 mill rate. The tax levy required to support the Department requests would be $2,567,933. Ms. Caruso also presented schedules showing the 1988 capital outlay request items and a schedule showing the actual capital outlay expenditures for 1987 versus approved items. Items that were approved in 1987, but not purchased, were carried forward as a request for 1988. Ms. Caruso suggested scheduling workshops for discussion of the budget requests wit~ each Department. Budget workshops were scheduled for 4:30 P.M. Tuesda.. September 22, 1987 and 4:30 P.M. Thursday, September 24, 1987. ~ 6 . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 P.M. ATTEST: I)~ ~L~~ 7 C Y CLERK 7 tlki~ MAYOR ~ REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September IS, 1987 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called or order by Mayor Abrahamson. City Clerk Johnson gave the Invocation. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: Councilmember Kimble Press: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Caruso Comm. Dev. Director Russell Parks Director Blekum Consulting Engineer Moore City Clerk Johnson Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St. Croix Valley Press Also Present: ~ Others: Ann Pung, Paul Keleher, David Johnson, Frank Kubitchek. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting of August 25, 1987 as presented. (All in favor.) INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS - None STAFF REPORTS 1. Parks & Recreation - No report. 2. Comrn.Dev.Director- Mr. Russell received a request for change of date for the workshop meeting scheduled on September 22, 1987 regarding Washington Square project. Council delayed action on the request until later in the meeting. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Counc;lmember Bodlovick, to authorize attendance of Comm. Dev. Director Russell at the American Planner's Ass'n. Workshop. (All in favor) ~ 1 (' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September IS, 1987 Approval, Minor Subdivision - Cottages of Stillwater, First Addition - Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution granting the request for a lot split between Phase I and Phase II, Cottages of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 7808) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Councilmember Bodlovick inquired whether a lot on Myrtle St. between Echo Ln. and Sunset Dr. is large enough for a house and stated there is a "Lot for Sale" sign on it. Comm.Dev. Director Russell will check on this. 3. Consulting Engineer - No report. 4. Finance Director - r Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution allowing the release of funds for Phase II, Cottages of Stillwater because of 75% completion. (Resolution No. 7809) Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - Councilmember Bodlovick 5. City Coordinator - Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to sell the Fire Dept. compressor to the Dept. of Corrections for $1,800. (All in favor) Mr. Kriesel initiated discussion of the City again performing sidewalk snowplowing for the upcoming winter months. He will draft specifications for Council review. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Second reading of Ordinance No. 669, Amending the City Code in regard to garage setbacks. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 4, 1987. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell for a second reading and approval of Ordinance No. 669, relating to garage setbacks. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 2 (' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 UNFINISHED BUSINESS [' 1. Request for Amendment to Final PUD approval for Phase I, Washington Square Development located at 102 North Second Street, Arthur V. Palmer, Applicant. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to schedule a Council/Staff workshop for Sept. 22, 4:30 P.M., and a Council/Staff workshop with Mr. Palmer on Sept. 29, 4:30 P.M. to discuss the Washington Square project. (All in favor) 2. Review of Concept site plans for 84 townhomes for consistency with previously approved PUD along McKusick Road in Oak Glen Development, Jack Klepp, J.B. Franklin Corp., Applicant. Mr. Russell reviewed the proposed project and recommended setback and parking requirements be established. Mr. Kubitchek, representing the project, inquired whether the site plan is consistent with utilities and agrees to the conditions. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to give concept approval to site plans for 84 townhomes along McKusick Rd. in Oak Glen Development for J. B. Franklin Corp. as conditioned. (All in favor) 3. Recommendation for employment of Part-Time Building Inspector. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Bill Mesaros as Part-Time Building Inspector for the City, effective October I, 1987, contingent on passing a physical. (Resolution No. 7810) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None NEW BUSINESS 1. Award Bid - Cottages of Stillwater, L.I. 230-1, Phase II. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for improvements for Local Improvement No. 230-1, Phase II to E & H Earth Movers. (Resolution No. 7811) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September IS, 1987 2. Request for Sanitary Sewer - Addition for Cottages of Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember 80dlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to consider the request of Cottages of Stillwater that the design work for the sanitary sewer line running from Orleans Ave. to Cottage Dr. be drafted into plans for the Woodland Lakes Mall Development. (All in favor) 3. Claim against the City - Margaret K. Johnson, knee injuries from tripping over sidewalk on Union St. Council directed the Public Works Director to check the sidewalk 1n this area. r Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to forward the claim from Margaret Johnson to the City's insurance carrier. (All in favor) 4. Request for Part-Time Planning Assistant for remainder of year. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Ann Pung-Terwedo as Part-Time Planning Assistant for the remainder of the year. (Resolution No. 7812) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of September IS, 1987 including the following: (All in favor) 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7803) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Contractors Applications: Form Weavers, Ltd. 240 W. Oak Street Stillwater, Mn. 55082 George Ness 1321 West Olive St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 General Contractor Renewal General Contractor Renewal r 4 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 Old House/New House Restoration,Inc. 169 No. Victoria St. St. Paul, MN 55104 General Contractor New Redalen Masonry 576 Portland Ave. St. Paul, Mn. 55102 Masonry & Brick Work ~w r Remodeling Concepts 1570 Rose St. St. Paul, Mn. 55106 Rydeen Roofing Rt. 2, Box 3238 Somerset, Wi 54025 Schlagel Masonry 650 Callahan Pl. Mendota Hts., Mn. 55118 3. Set Public Hearing Date of October 6, 1987 for the following Planning cases: a) Case No.SUP/87-41 - Special Use Permit for construction of new laundry addition to Healthcare Center, 303 So.Greeley St., James Forberg, Greeley Healthcare Center, Applicants. b) Case No.SUP/87-43 - Special Use Permit for use of three bedrooms in existing residence as Bed & Breakfast, 626 No. 4th St., Bernard & Diane Rappa, and Kenneth & Barbara Schotl, Applicants. c) Case No.V/87-44 - Variance request for building sign program at 1940 So.Greeley St., Clark Nyberg, Applicant. d) Case No.SUP/87-45 - Special Use Permit for an aquatic/therapy facility, 1460 Curve Crest Blvd., Courage Center St.Croix, Rafferty, Rafferty, Mikutoski & Assoc., Applicant. General Contractor New General Contractor Renewal Masonry & Brick Work New STAFF REPORTS Mr. Kriesel stated a request was received from the Elks to sell Christmas Trees at the Lily Lake Recreation Center. The Parks Director will review this request and make a recommendation. Public Hearing - Budget Motion public favor) by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to set a hearing for the Budget on September 19, 1987 at 7:00 P.M. (All in r 5 r, Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Discussion was held on a complaint by Mike Bodlovick regarding a drainage problem on his property that apparently was caused by the construction of a paved driveway and garage addition by his neighbor, David Eichten. Mr. Magnuson explained that he was trying to resolve this problem between the two neighbors and would continue to do so. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adjourn the meeting at 8:16 P.M. to a Budget Workshop. (All in favor) Resolutions: No. 7803 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 7808 - Approving Minor Subdivision - Cottages of Stillwater. No. 7809 - Release of Funds for Cottages of Stillwater, Phase II. No. 7810 - Employing Part-Time Building Inspector. No. 7811 - Award Bid for L.I.230-1, Phase II. No. 7812 - Employing Half-Time Planning Assistant. r Council reconvened at 8:30 P.M. 1988 Budget Workshop Finance Director Caruso presented line item budget worksheets and schedules showing the departmental budget requests and the impact on the City taxes. Ms. Caruso said the budget, as requested by Department Heads represented a 9% increase over the levy required for the 1987 budget and would probably create a city mill rate of 29.5 mills. This would be a 5.4% increase over the 1987 mill rate. The tax levy required to support the Department requests would be $2,567,933. Ms. Caruso also presented schedules showing the 1988 capital outlay request items and a schedule showing the actual capital outlay expenditures for 1987 versus approved items. Items that were approved in 1987, but not purchased, were carried forward as a request for 1988. Ms. Caruso suggested scheduling workshops for discussion of the budget requests with each Department. Budget workshops were scheduled for 4:30 P.M. Tuesday, September 22, 1987 and 4:30 P.M. Thursday, September 24, 1987. r 6 r o r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 15, 1987 Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 P.M. ATTEST: dlat(; ~~ . , CI Y CLERK. 7 ~~ MAYOR