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MARY LOU JOHNSON, CITY CLERK
OCTOBER 9, 1987
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1987, 7:00 P.M.
This memo is to remind Council of the Special Meeting scheduled for Tuesday
evening, October 13, 1987 at 7:00 P.M. to discuss the following:
1. Assessment Hearing - Local Improvement No. 220, Pine & Churchill Streets.
~ 2. Possible award of Janitorial Contract.
3. Possible adjournment to Executive Session to discuss Union Agreement
Negotiations.
4. Any other business Council may wish to discuss.
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CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER. MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612.439.6121
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SPECIAL MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
October 13, 1987
6:30 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
Present:
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Finance Director Caruso
Public Safety Director Mawhorter
Consulting Engineer Davis
City Clerk Johnson
Press:
None
Others:
Stella Casanova, Dick Blekum, Rosemary Jensen, Elmer Foster,
Glen Medberry.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES PLAN FOR CITY
Chief Mawhorter initiated discussion of the policies and procedures
proposed for the administration of City functions. The discussion was
tabled until after the assessment hearing for Local Improvement No. 220,
Pine and Churchill Streets. Council recessed for five minutes and
reconvened at 7:00 P.M.
ASSESSMENT HEARING - LOCAL IMPROVEMENT NO. 220, PINE & CHURCHILL STREETS
Mayor Abrahamson opened the public hearing. Consulting Engineer Davis
explained the improvement, which included street reconstruction, storm
sewer, sidewalks, and some water services. He also addressed the costs and
how they were apportioned. Municipal State Aid Funds were used for
partial payment of the project
Joel Blekum, 706 W. Churchill St., asked Mr. Davis if a tail pipe was
added to the new water lines. He replied that it was not. New water
lines were installed because they were old galvanized or lead services.
Further discussion followed regarding the placement of the water lines.
Rosemary Jensen, 911 W. Churchill St., inquired about the difference in
costs from 1978 to now. Further discussion followed regarding costs and
how they were apportioned. It was further stated the Council set a
pOlicy, for this project, and everyone would be assessed $35.00 per front
foot.
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Stella Casanova, 223 W. Pine St., questioned why her bill is higher than
the one for the property across the street. Discussion of the corner lot
policy followed.
Elmer Foster, 805 W. Abbott St., stated the policy regarding the low rate
for assessment is indicative that this project benefits the whole city and
should be shared accordingly. He thinks his assessment is too high and
not fair and further discussed how the Christian Science Church was
assessed. Discussion followed regarding MSA funds, why and how they are
used.
Ms. Casanova stated the manhole cover still bangs on Pine St. near her
home and Mr. ~avis stated they would check on it.
City Attorney Magnuson discussed the policy of assessing properties for
improvements and the amount of benefit to the property.
Mr. Foster requested the Council to move according to 429.061, sub. 2,
paragraph 1 which would be a review and special treatment for the
assessment of his property. This is part of his objection to the
assessment on his property. Mayor Abrahamson asked if an adjustment was
granted for a piece of property, what would happen if it was subdivided
and the City Attorney answered.
Mr. Blekum asked Mr. Davis about the curb reconstruction in front of his
house and Mr. Davis stated he will check on it.
Mr. Kriesel stated the interest rate recommended for this project is 8.75%
for ten years and this differs from the original because the interest rate
on the bonds came in at 8.75%.
Glen Medberry, 215 W. Pine St., asked if the $35.00 assessment rate is
setting a precedent for future projects. Council discussed this further
and stated this would probably not apply to all streets in the city.
Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Council discussed the process
of appeal and how to adopt the assessment. Mr. Magnuson explained. It
was again noted that two objections were received; Mr. Foster, 805 W.
Abbott St., and Rosemary Jensen, 911 W. Churchill St.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution adopting the assessments for Local Improvement No.
220, Pine & Churchill Streets, at a rate of 8-3/4%, payable over ten years;
and noting the objections received from Elmer Foster and Rosemary Jensen to
the assessment. (Resolution No. 7824)
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Ayes - Councilmembers BOdlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 8:35 P.M.
Deferral of Assessments, Lassen property, 224 No. Martha St.
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to require
the payment of the special deferred assessment over ten years at the ori~inal
assessment rates of the original projects for the Lassen property at 224 No.
Martha St. (All in favor)
Forgiveness of Special Assessments for Courage Center
Finance Director Caruso presented information regarding assessments for
current and deferred assessments for the Feeley property. Extensive
discussion followed regarding the fact that once the property is purchased
by Courage Center, it will no longer be a tax generating property and
the City cannot guarantee that they will not be assessed in the futUre.
Consideration will be given at the time the improvements are made.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to forgive
Courage Center $29,228.40 of the current assessments for the property they are
proposing to purchase. Ayes - 4; Nays - 1, Councilmember Farrell.
Use of TIF Monies for Street Restoration, E. Nelson St.
DiScussion followed regarding using Tax Increment funds for street
restoration of East Nelson Street near the new Dock Cafe.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to use TIF
monies to pay for the street restoration On East Nelson St. near th~
Stillwater Dock Cafe. (All in favor)
Employment of Workers at Lily Lake Ice Arena for 1987-88 Season.
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution employing the following people part-time in the
positions and rates as stated at the Lily Lake Ice Arena for the 1987-88
skating season: (Resolution No. 7825)
Zamboni Operators
Steve Finnigan
John Wohlers
Jerry Post
$6.05/hr.
5.45/hr.
5.25/hr.
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Dick Bump
Jeff Young
Skate Guard
Paul Taylor
Concession Workers
ValerIe CurtIs
Megan Arney
Dawn Bartkey
Ann Lewi s
Ju 11 e Marchett i
4. SO/hr.
4.00/hr.
3.8S/hr.
3.80/hr.
4.00/hr.
3.65/hr.
3.65/hr.
3.65/hr.
Ayes - Councilmembers BOdlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Possible Award of Janitorial Contract
Mr. Kriesel presented information on the bid presented for the janitorial
work for the City Hall. This was the only bid presented and is a
non-conforming type of bid.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reject
the bid of Jim Dallager, Jim's Building Maintenance, Inc., for the Janitorial
Contract because of non-conformance. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell directing
the City Coordinator to negotiate a private service contract for the
janitorial services at City Hall. Ayes - 4; Nays - 1, Councilmember Kimble.
Purchase of New Badges for Police Dept.
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to
approve the purchase of new badges for the Police Dept. in the ~6ount of
$2,524.75. (All in favor)
Continuation of Discussion of Procedures & Policies for City Administration
Chief Mawhorter continued the discussion with a review of policies of
other municipalities. He will submit a proposed draft for r,cuncil review
and approval at a future ffieeting.
Amended Ordinance No. 656
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to repass
Amended Ordinance No. 656, to include the street-rights-of-way.
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Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Approval - Execution of Quit Claim Deed
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
the execution of Quit Claim Deed for Lot 9, Block 40, Original Town, to clear
the title. Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - 1, Councilmember Opheim.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjourn
the meeting at 10:10 P.M. to Executive Session. (All in favor)
Resollltions:
No. 1924 - Adopting Assessment for L.I.220, Pine & Churchill Streets.
No. 7825 - Employing Part-Time Workers for Lily Lake Ice Arena.
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