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REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 16, 1986 Regular Meeting.
December 30, 1986 Special Meeting.
January 6, 1987 Regular & Adjourned Meetings.
AGENDA
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
January 20, 1987
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1. City Coordinator
2. Finance
4. Public Works
7. Consulting Engineer
8. Fire Chief
9. City Attorney
INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS
1. Mike Pohlena, Stillwater Jaycees - Request for funds, Athletic Complex.
STAFF REPORTS
5. Comm.Dev.Director
3. Public Safety
6. Parks & Recreation
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10. City Clerk
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Second reading of Political Sign Ordinance.
2. Final Approval - Washington Square Planned Unit Development, PUD.
3. Electing a Vice President for Council.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Appointments to various Boards, Committees, and Commissions.
2. Special Assessment Deferral.
PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued)
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7694)
2. Application for Waiver of Garbage & Rubbish Collection Charge _ Code No.
20-430.
.. 2. Applications (List to be supplied at Meeting).
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SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
STAFF REPORTS (Continued)
COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM NEWS MEDIA
ADJOURNMENT
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REGULAR MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
January 20, 1987
6:30 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
The Invocation was given by City Clerk Johnson.
Present:
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Absent:
Also Present:
None
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Mag~uson
Comm. Dev. Director Russell
Public Safety Director Mawhorter
Finance Director Caruso
Fire Chief Chial
Park & Rec. Director Blekum
Public Works Director Junker
Consulting En9ineer Moore
City Clerk Johnson
Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette
Carol DeWolf, St. Croix Valley Press
Jim Adams, Minneapolis Star & Tribune
Karen Rose, Tim Johnson, Jeff Peterson, Jerry Fontaine, Mike
POhlena, Brad Macdonald, Rose Gilman, Jim Gannon, Art Palmer,
Maureen Palmer, Mary Simon, Ward Simon, Shir.ley Tibbets, John
Jewell.
Press:
Others:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve
the Minutes of the December 16, 1986 Regular Meeting and the December 30, 1986
Special Meeting as presented. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - 1, Mayor
Abrahamson abstained).
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by councilmember Kimble to approve
the Minutes of January 6, 1987 Regular and Adjourned Meetings as presented.
(Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - 1, Councilmember Opheim abstained).
INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS
1. Mike Pohlena, Stillwater Jaycees - Request for funds, Athletic Complex. _
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Mr. Pohlena explained the Jaycees have come to the end of their grant
money allocated for the Softball Complex and are requestin9 funds from
foundations, civic groups, cities, school district, etc. They are trying
to raise approximately $41,000 by the end of 1987. Council discussion
fol].~ed including the possibility of using some of the park dedication
fees from new building projects; concerns about traffic near the entrance
to the softball complex, the public dumping their garbage and ways of
securing the gate. Council suggested the Park and Recreation Commission
and the Park Board should have some input into this item and make some
recommendations.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to refer
the request of the Stillwater Jaycees for funds for the Softball Complex to
the Park and Recreation Commission and the Park Board for their input with a
guideline that the City of Stillwater does encourage other organizations, muni-
cipalities and the school district to contribute to this cause; and the City
will consider providing funds to the project in some ratio to the amount
contributed by other individuals and organizations. (All in favor)
STAFF REPORTS
1. City Coordinator -
Motion by councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to follow
Mr. Kriesel's recommendation to allow the $600 adjustment on the purchase
price of the new truck from White Bear Dodge due to damage to the trade-in
vehicle. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to release
the $200,000 escrow amount to the developer of the Cottages of Stillwater
since it is 75% complete. (All in favor)
Councilmember Kimble initiated discussion of the land donated as a recrea-
tion center by Arkell Development and the fact that the Courage Center,
located in Golden Valley, is currently seeking another site on the east
side of the Metro area. He would encourage their selection of the site
set aside by the Arkell Development Corp.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to send a
letter to the Courage Center encouraging them to select the Arkell Development
site for their expansion in the City of Stillwater. (All in favor)
Mr. Kriesel requested a workShOp meeting next week to discuss the
Development Agreement for Cottages of Stillwater, Phases 2 and 3. Council
set the date of Monday, January 26, 1987 at 5:00 P.M. to discuss this item.
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2. Finance-
Motion by councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to authorize
the purchase of the A.T. & T. Merlin telephone system at a cost of $14,951 for
the City of Stillwater. (All in favor)
3. Public Safety -
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the
appropriate resolution employing Leslie Wardell as part-time Secretary for the
Police Dept. (Resolution No. 7697)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
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N~ys - None.
Chief Mawhorter reported the back9round investigation has been completed
for the towing companies requestin9 a license and he recommends the
approval of Stillwater Towing and denial of a license for J. B. Motors.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
Stillwater Towing for a towing license in the City of Stillwater, and denial
of a towing license for J. B. Motors as recommended by Public Safety Director
Mawhorter. (All in favor)
4. Public Works Director -
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve
a streetlight on Myrtle Street between Echo Lane and Birchwood Drive. (All in
favor)
5. Parks and Recreation -
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the purchase of a heavy duty one-half ton pickup truck for the Parks and
Recreation Dept. from Stillwater Ford at a cost of $9,243.24. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
authorization of the advertisement for bids for a turf tractor for the Parks
and Recreation Dept. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize
purchase of a turf edger and overseeding machine for the Parks and Recreation
Dept. (All in favor)
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Director Blekum presented the Park and Recreation Commission recommenda-
tions made at their meeting on January 14, 1987 which included:
reestablishing the lease for Kolliner Park for the Bayport Marina and re-
questing the City Attorney to review the lease; the approval time allotted
for the Hockey School and the amount of rental to be $11,500 plus tax with
additional days to be charged per day as the original block; approval of
lifeguard salaries in the beach salary scale which will be presented by
the Manager of the Lily Lake Complex; discussion of the charge for the
softball fields.
City Attorney Magnuson stated he will prepare a lease for rental of
Kolliner Park by the Bayport Marina by the next meeting. He does not be-
lieve any reduction on the limits of liability insurance can be given.
The fee for rental was also discussed and would probably be set at $2,000.
Mr. Kriesel and Ms. C~ruso were asked to review the amount of the fee to
decide if it is appropriate.
6. City Clerk - No report.
7. Consulting Engineer - No report.
. 8. Public Works - No report.
9. Fire Chief -
Mr. Chial presented quotes for insulated doors for the Fire Department
garage. He ~ecommended the quote received from Northern Door Co., Inc. in
the amount of $6,350.00 be accepted.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to accept
the quote of Northern Door Co., Inc. in the amount of $6,350.00 for insulated
garage doors for the Fire Dept. (All in favor)
10. City Attorney - No report.
11. Comm. Dev. Director - No report.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Second reading of Political Si?n Ordinance - City Attorney Magnuson sug-
gested this item be tabled untll Jeff Peterson, the citizen who has helped
with the draft of the ordinance, has an opportunity to review it.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to table
the second reading of the Political Sign Ordinance until the next meeting on
February 3, 1987. (All in favor)
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2. Final Approval - Washington Square Planned Unit Development, PUD _
Shirley Tibbets, representing River Town Restoration, Inc., presented a
resolution from the group objecting to the Lowell Inn expansion.
Mr. Russell explained that the application has been before the Council on
two other occasions. Some of the major aspects of the project included
the height and intensity of use, the parking, the City use of tax incre-
ment financing, the availability of land adjacent to the project owned by
Trinity Lutheran Church, and the provision of parking along Third Street.
He presented two resolutions for Council approval - one regarding the pur-
chase of Trinity Lutheran land and the other dealt with the approval of
the PUD for Phase I of the Washington Square project. Discussion followed
regarding the resolutions prepared by the City and those prepared by the
Developer.
Mr. Magnuson commented on the resolution relating to purchase of Trinity
Lutheran land. If the City has to buy the land, it will re-sell it to the
Developer. He further commented on the Memorandum of Understanding with
the Trinity Lutheran Church relating to the purchase of the land. The
Church will hold their comments in reserve until the return of Pastor
Johns, when he can review it and it could be approved at that time. Coun-
cil discussion followed regarding the 1 imits of time on the "right of
first refusal ".
Mr. Palmer commented on the "right of first refusal" and clarified the
statement.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution relating to the acquisition of land for the
Washington Square project. (Resolution No. 7695)
Councilmember Farrell asked for clarification of the language of the reso-
lution drafted by the Developer. Further discussion followed.
Ayes - councilmember Bodlovick, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - Councilmember Farrell
Mr. Russell explained the resolution relating to the Final PUD Approval
and "Exhibit B" listing the conditions of approval.
Motion by councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution granting the Final PUD Approval, Phase I,
Washington Square, with the attached conditions. (Resolution No. 7696)
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Councilmember Farrell stated his concerns with the size and height of the
project and the Myrtle St. exit. Further discussion followed regarding
height and it was suggested that if changes are made in the future with
the project, height should be addressed. Mr. Russell stated it would be
difficult to add this condition at this point. Mr. Palmer stated this
should be done through City ordinances.
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 8:20 P.M.
3. Electing Council Vice President -
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to nomi-
nate Councilmember Kimble as Council Vice President. (All in favor)
NEW BUSINESS
. 1. Appointment to various Boards, Committees, and Commissions.
Discussion followed regarding Council and Chairmen suggestions for appoint-
ments and reappointments to these committees.
councilmember Bodlovick requested Jackie Ulrich be reappointed to the
Cable Commission.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reap-
point Jackie Ulrich to the Joint Cable Commission. (All in favor)
Council concurred in extending the terms of those whose terms are expiring
until reappointed or the place is fi.lled by others.
Discussion followed regarding the Heritage Preservation Commission and the
change recommended for this committee. This was referred to Mr. Magnuson.
councilmember Opheim suggested Marlene Workman, who has expertise in this
area, be appointed to this committee.
Discussion followed regarding the Park and Recreation Commission and the
Park Board. It was suggested these two committees be made one as they had
been in the past. This will be researched. Discussion also involved
appointing residents vs. non-residents and it was decided that these
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appointees may deal with allocation of funds and should, therefore, be
City residents.
Motion by councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to table
the appointments to the various committees until the meeting on February 3,
1987. (All in favor)
Council discussed committee appointments to the Commissions from the Coun-
cil. Council suggested only one from Council need be appointed and it was
stated this would require an ordinance change. Mayor Abrahamson stated he
would take the appointments that were held by the former Mayor. Council
concurred they will continue with the appointments to committees they are
currently serving. Mayor Abrahamson stated he will serve as delegate to
the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities and Councilmember Bodlovick
will serve as Alternate.
2. Special Assessment Deferral -
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to defer
the special assessment for water service repair for a residence at 1002 No.
First Street. (All in favor)
~ PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued)
John Jewell, representing the Bridge Task Force Committee, announced that
the Committee will be meeting January 21 at the Stillwater Town Hall,
January 29 at the Stillwater City Hall, and in St. Joseph Township the
early part of February. Discussion will focus on the north corridor as
well as the alternative routes.
Council asked Consulting Engineer Moore to see what requirements should be
fulfilled for the placing of historic brown signs along the highways. Mr.
Moore suggested Mr. Van Wormer, traffic engineer for SEH, be kept apprised
of the information arising in the Bridge Task Force Committee meetin9s and
Council concurred.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the Consent Agenda of January 20, 1987, including the following items: (All
in favor)
1. Directing Payment of Bills, Resolution No. 7694.
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
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Nays - None.
2. Application for Waiver of Garbage & Rubbish Collection Charge - Code No.
20-430.
3. Applications:
CONTRACTORS
Miller Excavating, Inc.
3636 Sta~ecoach Tr. No.
Stillwater, Mn. 55082
M. A. Mortenson Company
700 Meadow Lane North
Minneapolis, Mn. 55422
Excavators
Renewa 1
General Contractor
New
Jim McKnight (Water Board)
United Commercial Travelers
APPLICATION TO CONSUME
Lily Lake Ballpark
Bratwurst Feed
Beer to consume
Feb. 18, 1987
4:00 -
9:00 P.M.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS - None
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS - None
STAFF REPORTS (Continued) - None
COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS -
A brief discussion followed in regard to the letter from John Cremeans,
Operations Manager of WRPX Radio, asking for a contact person on the Coun-
cil in regard to Council Meeting items. Council concurred he could con-
tact City Hall and receive that information.
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM NEWS MEDIA - None
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
adjourn the meeting at 9:04 P.M. (All in favor)
Resolutions:
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No. 7694 - Directing Payment of Bills.
No. 7695 - Approval of Land Acquisition for Washington Square.
No. 7696 - Final PUD Approval for Washington Square.
No. 7697 - Employ Leslie Wardell as Part-time Police Secretary.
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REGULAR MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
January 20, 1987
6:30 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
The Invocation was given by City Clerk Johnson.
Present:
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Comm. Dev. Director Russell
Public Safety Director Mawhorter
Finance Director Caruso
Fire Chief Chial
Park & Rec. Director Blekum
Public Works Director Junker
Consulting Engineer Moore
City Clerk Johnson
Press:
Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette
Carol DeWolf, St. Croix Valley Press
Jim Adams, Minneapolis Star & Tribune
Others:
Karen Rose, Tim Johnson, Jeff Peterson, Jerry Fontaine, Mike
POhlena, Brad Macdonald, Rose Gilman, Jim Gannon, Art Palmer,
Maureen Palmer, Mary Simon, Ward Simon, Shirley Tibbets, John
Jewell.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve
the Minutes of the December 16, 1986 Regular Meeting and the December 30, 1986
Special Meeting as presented. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - 1, Mayor
Abrahamson abstained).
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
the Minutes of January 6, 1987 Regular and Adjourned Meetings as presented.
(Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - 1, Councilmember Opheim abstained).
INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS
1. Mike Pohlena, Stillwater Jaycees - Request for funds, Athletic Complex. -
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Mr. Pohlena explained the Jaycees have come to the end of their grant
money allocated for the Softball Complex and are requesting funds from
foundations, civic groups, cities, school district, etc. They are trying
to raise approximately $41,000 by the end of 1987. Council discussion
followed including the possibility of using some of the park dedication
fees from new building projects; concerns about traffic near the entrance
to the softball complex, the public dumping their garbage and ways of
securing the gate. Council suggested the Park and Recreation Commission
and the Park Board should have some input into this item and make some
recommendations.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to refer
the request of the Stillwater Jaycees for funds for the Softball Complex to
the Park and Recreation Commission and the Park Board for their input with a
guideline that the City of Stillwater does encourage other organizations, muni-
cipalities and the school district to contribute to this cause; and the City
will consider providing funds to the project in some ratio to the amount
contributed by other individuals and organizations. (All in favor)
STAFF REPORTS
r 1. City Coordinator -
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to follow
Mr. Kriesel's recommendation to allow the $600 adjustment on the purchase
price of the new truck from White Bear Dodge due to damage to the trade-in
vehicle. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to release
the $200,000 escrow amount to the developer of the Cottages of Stillwater
since it is 75% complete. (All in favor)
Councilmember Kimble initiated discussion of the land donated as a recrea-
tion center by Arkell Development and the fact that the Courage Center,
located in Golden Valley, is currently seeking another site on the east
side of the Metro area. He would encourage their selection of the site
set aside by the Arkell Development Corp.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to send a
letter to the Courage Center encouraging them to select the Arkell Development
site for their expansion in the City of Stillwater. (All in favor)
Mr. Kriesel requested a workshop meeting next week to discuss the
Development Agreement for Cottages of Stillwater, Phases 2 and 3. Council
set the date of Monday, January 26, 1987 at 5:00 P.M. to discuss this item.
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2. Finance-
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to authorize
the purchase of the A.T. & T. Merlin telephone system at a cost of $14,951 for
the City of Stillwater. (All in favor)
3. Public Safety -
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the
appropriate resolution employing Leslie Wardell as part-time Secretary for the
Police Dept. (Resolution No. 7697)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abr aharnson.
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Nays - ~one.
Chief Mawhorter reported the background investigation has been completed
for the towing companies requesting a license and he recommends the
approval of Stillwater Towing and denial of a license for J. B. Motors.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
Stillwater Towing for a towing license in the City of Stillwater, and denial
of a towing license for J. B. Motors as recommended by Public Safety Director
Mawhorter. (All in favor)
4. Public Works Director -
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve
a streetlight on Myrtle Street between Echo Lane and Birchwood Drive. (All in
favor)
5. Parks and Recreation -
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the purchase of a heavy duty one-half ton pickup truck for the Parks and
Recreation Dept. from Stillwater Ford at a cost of $9,243.24. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
authorization of the advertisement for bids for a turf tractor for the Parks
and Recreation Dept. (All in favor)
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize
purchase of a turf edger and overseeding machine for the Parks and Recreation
Dept. (All in favor)
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Director Blekum presented the Park and Recreation Commission recommenda-
tions made at their meeting on January 14, 1987 which included:
reestablishing the lease for Kolliner Park for the Bayport Marina and re-
questing the City Attorney to review the lease; the approval time allotted
for the Hockey School and the amount of rental to be $11,500 plus tax with
additional days to be charged per day as the original block; approval of
lifeguard salaries in the beach salary scale which will be presented by
the Manager of the Lily Lake Complex; discussion of the charge for the
softball fields.
City Attorney Magnuson stated he will prepare a lease for rental of
Kolliner Park by the Bayport Marina by the next meeting. He does not be-
lieve any reduction on the limits of liability insurance can be given.
The fee for rental was also discussed and would probably be set at $2,000.
Mr. Kriesel and Ms. Caruso were asked to review the amount of the fee to
decide if it is appropriate.
6. City Clerk - No report.
7. Consulting Engineer - No report.
r 8. Public Works - No report.
9. Fire Chief -
Mr. Chial presented quotes for insulated doors for the Fire Department
garage. He recommended the quote received from Northern Door Co., Inc. in
the amount of $6,350.00 be accepted.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to accept
the quote of Northern Door Co., Inc. in the amount of $6,350.00 for insulated
garage doors for the Fire Dept. (All in favor)
10. City Attorney - No report.
11. Comm. Dev. Director - No report.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Second reading of Political Si~n Ordinance - City Attorney Magnuson sug-
gested this item be tabled untll Jeff Peterson, the citizen who has helped
with the draft of the ordinance, has an opportunity to review it.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to table
the second reading of the Political Sign Ordinance until the next meeting on
February 3, 1987. (All in favor)
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2. Final Approval - Washington Square Planned Unit Development, PUD -
Shirley Tibbets, representing River Town Restoration, Inc., presented a
resolution from the group objecting to the Lowell Inn expansion.
Mr. Russell explained that the application has been before the Council on
two other occasions. Some of the major aspects of the project included
the hei9ht and intensity of use, the parking, the City use of tax incre-
ment financing, the availability of land adjacent to the project owned by
Trinity Lutheran Church, and the provision of parking along Third Street.
He presented two resolutions for Council approval - one regarding the pur-
chase of Trinity Lutheran land and the other dealt with the approval of
the PUD for Phase I of the Washington Square project. Discussion followed
regarding the resolutions prepared by the City and those prepared by the
Developer.
Mr. Magnuson commented on the resolution relating to purchase of Trinity
Lutheran land. If the City has to buy the land, it will re-sell it to the
Developer. He further commented on the Memorandum of Understanding with
the Trinity Lutheran Church relating to the purchase of the land. The
Church will hold their comments in reserve until the return of Pastor
Johns, when he can review it and it could be approved at that time. Coun-
cil discussion followed regarding the limits of time on the "right of
first refusal".
Mr. Palmer commented on the "right of first refusal" and clarified the
statement.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution relating to the acquisition of land for the
Washington Square project. (Resolution No. 7695)
Councilmember Farrell asked for clarification of the language of the reso-
lution drafted by the Developer. Further discussion followed.
Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - Councilmember Farrell
Mr. Russell explained the resolution relating to the Final PUD Approval
and "Exhibit B" listing the conditions of approval.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution granting the Final PUD Approval, Phase I,
Washington Square, with the attached conditions. (Resolution No. 7696)
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Councilmember Farrell stated his concerns with the size and height of the
project and the Myrtle St. exit. Further discussion followed regarding
height and it was suggested that if changes are made in the future with
the project, height should be addressed. Mr. Russell stated it would be
difficult to add this condition at this point. Mr. Palmer stated this
should be done through City ordinances.
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 8:20 P.M.
3. Electing Council Vice President -
Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to nomi-
nate Councilmember Kimble as Council Vice President. (All in favor)
NEW BUSINESS
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1. Appointment to various Boards, Committees, and Commissions.
Discussion followed regarding Council and Chairmen suggestions for appoint-
ments and reappointments to these committees.
Councilmember Bodlovick requested Jackie Ulrich be reappointed to the
Cable Commission.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reap-
point Jackie Ulrich to the Joint Cable Commission. (All in favor)
Council concurred in extending the terms of those whose terms are expiring
until reappointed or the place is filled by others.
Discussion followed regarding the Heritage Preservation Commission and the
change recommended for this committee. This was referred to Mr. Magnuson.
Councilmember Opheim suggested Marlene Workman, who has expertise in this
area, be appointed to this committee.
Discussion followed regarding the Park and Recreation Commission and the
Park Board. It was suggested these two committees be made one as they had
been in the past. This will be researched. Discussion also involved
appointing residents vs. non-residents and it was decided that these
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appointees may deal with allocation of funds and should, therefore, be
City residents.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to table
the appointments to the various committees until the meeting on February 3,
1987. (All in favor)
Council discussed committee appointments to the Commissions from the Coun-
cil. Council suggested only one from Council need be appointed and it was
stated this would require an ordinance change. Mayor Abrahamson stated he
would take the appointments that were held by the former Mayor. Council
concurred they will continue with the appointments to committees they are
currently servin9. Mayor Abrahamson stated he will serve as dele9ate to
the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities and Councilmember Bodlovick
will serve as Alternate.
2. Special Assessment Deferral -
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to defer
the special assessment for water service repair for a residence at 1002 No.
First Street. (All in favor)
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John Jewell, representing the Bridge Task Force Committee, announced that
the Committee will be meeting January 21 at the Stillwater Town Hall,
January 29 at the Stillwater City Hall, and in St. Joseph Township the
early part of February. Discussion will focus on the north corridor as
well as the alternative routes.
Council asked Consulting Engineer Moore to see what requirements should be
fulfilled for the placing of historic brown signs along the highways. Mr.
Moore suggested Mr. Van Wormer, traffic engineer for SEH, be kept apprised
of the information arising in the Bridge Task Force Committee meetings and
Council concurred.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve
the Consent Agenda of January 20, 1987, includin9 the following items: (All
in favor)
1. Directing Payment of Bills, Resolution No. 7694.
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor
Abrahamson.
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Nays - None.
2. Application for Waiver of Garbage & Rubbish Collection Charge - Code No.
20-430.
3. Applications:
CONTRACTORS
Miller Excavating, Inc.
3636 Stagecoach Tr. No.
Stillwater, Mn. 55082
Excavators
Renewal
M. A. Mortenson Company
700 Meadow Lane North
Minneapolis, Mn. 55422
General Contractor
New
APPLICATION TO CONSUME
Jim McKnight (Water Board)
United Commercial Travelers
Lily Lake Ballpark
Bratwurst Feed
Beer to consume
Feb. 18, 1987
4:00 -
9:00 P.M.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS - None
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS - None
STAFF REPORTS (Continued) - None
COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS -
A brief discussion followed in regard to the letter from John Cremeans,
Operations Manager of WRPX Radio, asking for a contact person on the Coun-
cil in regard to Council Meeting items. Council concurred he could con-
tact City Hall and receive that information.
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM NEWS MEDIA - None
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to
adjourn the meeting at 9:04 P.M. (Allin favor)
Resolutions:
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No. 7694 - Directing Payment of Bills.
No. 7695 - Approval of Land Acquisition for Washington Square.
No. 7696 - Final PUD Approval for Washington Square.
No. 7697 - Employ Leslie Wardell as Part-time Police Secretary.
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