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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-04-07 CC MIN r STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING April 7, 1987 4:30 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 Com. Dev. Director Russell Public Safety Director Mawhorter Finance Director Caruso Parks & Recreation Director Blekum Public Works Director Junker Fire Chief Chial Ass't. Fire Chief Seim Consulting Engineer Davis Consulting Engineer Moore City Clerk Johnson r Press: Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St. Croix Valley Press Others: Ron Langness, Dave Majeski. PETITIONS OF INDIVIDUALS OR DELEGATIONS 1. Ron Langness, Springsted, Inc. - Set Bond Sale date for $600,000 TIF Bonds (Arkell Corp.); & $1,600,000 TIF Bonds (Washington Sq. project). Mr. Langness explained the need for the bond sales for both the $600,000 TIF Bonds for Orleans Homes/Arkell Corp. and the $1,600,000 TIF Bonds for the Washington Square Project. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to set the date of May 5, 1987, 7:00 P.M., for a public hearing and bond sale for the Orleans Homes Project, and Washington Square Project. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $600,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds. (Resolution No. 7720). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 7, 1987 Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $1,600,000 General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds. (Resolution No. 7721) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. David Majeski - Request for sewer assessment removal - Mr. Majeski explained his request for removal of one water and sewer service for Parcel F in his subdivision. Discussion followed on the history of this subdivision and the reasoning for the placement of sewer and water services. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to table this item until April 21, 1987 meeting for further review. (All in favor.) Councilmember Kimble left the meeting at 5:40 P.M. STAFF REPORTS r 1. Finance- Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution covering Elected Officials under Workmen's Compensation. (Resolution No. 7722) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjust future Fire Contracts with Stillwater Township, May Township and Grant Township due to an error in the reported number of fire runs. (All in favor) 2. Public Safety - Chief Mawhorter announced the Washington County Auction will be held on June 22, 1987. Chief Mawhorter also reported that Part-time Officer Joe Peltier has submitted his resignation and there is a need to hire more part-time people. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to authorize the refurbishing of the firing range for the Police Dept., not to exceed the amount of $3,000. (All in favor) r 2 ,. Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 7, 1987 3. Public Works - Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the placement of a streetlight at 501 So. Main St. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to proceed in the hiring of two to four part-time people for temporary help in the Public Works Dept. (All in favor) Council briefly discussed the improvements needed for the safety of Poplar St. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick seconded by Councilmember Opheim to authorize the purchase of a paint sprayer at a cost of $1,095. (All in favor) 4. Parks & Recreation - Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to hire two people for the Parks Dept., subject to a physical examination and background check by the Public Safety Dept. (All in favor) r 5. Fire Department - Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the purChase of new bunker coats for the Fire Department at an approximate cost of $3,515.00. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the hiring of an additional full-time firefighter. (All in favor) 6. Consulting Engineers - Mr. Davis reported he has a received a favorable decision regarding the variance for the improvements to Pine and Churchill Streets from the state. He briefly explained the Comprehensive Sewer Plan update which the MWCC has requested. Mr. Davis explained the W. Sycamore St. utilities and reconstruction of road. He also commented on the East Industrial Park Drainage study. The meeting was recessed at 6:45 P.M. until time for the evening meeting at 7:30 P.M. (' 3 n , , n r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 7, 1987 Resolutions: No. 7720 - Authorizing the Issuance & Sale of $600,000 G.O. Tax Increment Bonds. No. 7721 - Authorizing the Issuance & Sale of $1,600,000 G.O. Temporary Tax Increment Bonds. No. 7722 - Covering Elected Officials under Workmen's Compensation. IJ~ ~~ ATTEST: ~~ . CITY CLER 4 r n r RECESSED MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL M IN UTES April 7, 1987 7:30 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 Com. Dev. Director Russell Consulting Engineer Moore Consulting Engineer VanWormer Planning Com. Chairman Fontaine City Clerk Johnson Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St. Croix Valley Press Press: Others: Harry Peterson, Duane Seequist, Jeff Peterson, Maurice Stenerson, George Parker, William Defiel, Bill Funari, Roy McKay, Frances Anderson, Clarence Ulrich, Linda Hinz, Gary Howe, Lloyd Kepple, Charles Clausen, Scott Steindorf, David Bennett, John Norlander, James Torseth. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS 1. Proclamation - St. Croix Valley Barbershoppers - The St. Croix Valley Barbershoppers were present and rendered several songs for the audience. Mayor Abrahamson presented a proclamation to the Barbershoppers procl aiming Apri 1 as "Barbershop Harmony Month". APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 17 and and the special meeting of March 24, 1987 as presented. (All in favor) PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This is the day and time for the public hearing on the proposed vacation of So. Third Ave. from the north line of Dubuque St. to end. 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 (" Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on March 27, 1987 and copies were mailed to affected property owners. Mr. William DeFiel explained he is in the process of buying the property at 936 Third Ave. So. and due to FHA guidelines on variances, is requesting the vacation of So. Third Ave. north of Dubuque St. Duane Seequist, 518 Dubuque St., Bill Funari, 937 So. 4th Ave., Roy McKay, 614 Dubuque St., Frances Anderson, and Clarence Ulrich, 1001 4th Ave. So., stated concerns regarding drainage, wildlife, potential sewer problems, and a walkway to downtown. Mr. Moore commented on the drainage problems. Discussion by Staff followed regarding the need and regulations of a variance. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to deny the request of William Defiel for a vacation of a portion of No. Third Ave., north of Dubuque St. (All in favor) 2. This is the day and time for the public hearing on the proposed Liquor License transfer from Meister Corporation to Richard J. Anderson for a restaurant/bar facility at 110-112 No. Main St. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on March 27, 1987. Mr. Donald Anderson, representing Richard Anderson, was present to explain the request and the type of operation that they are proposing for the site. Linda Hinz, representing John's Bar, stated a concern that too many restaurants are in the downtown area. She is not opposed to a bar facil i ty. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the liquor license transfer for Donald R. Anderson and Richard J. Anderson at "Cat Ballou's", formerly "Meisters-On-Main", 110-112 No. Main St. (A 11 in favor) 3. This is the day and time for the continuation of the public hearing on Case No. Sub/87-2, Subdivision Plan Review to subdivide an irregular shaped 2.2 acre lot into five lots of 27,500 sq. ft. to 14, 850 sq. ft. located in the R-A Single Family Residential Dist. located south of the intersection of Co. Rd.'5 and W. Sycamore St. Form Weavers, Ltd., Applicant. George Parker stated he will agree to pay for the improvements on W. Sycamore St. Mr. Moore explained the improvements and costs involved. r 2 r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 Mr. Russell commented on the driveway drainage easement. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Subdivision Plan and Plat for Form Weavers, Ltd., at the intersection of County Rd. 5 and W. Sycamore St. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt Resolution No. 7725 accepting the feasibility report and setting May 5, 1987, at 7:00 P.M., for an improvement hearing for streets and utilities on W. Sycamore St. (All in favor) 4. This is the day and time for the public hearing on Case No. PUD/87-9 - Review of design details for conformity with previously approved Final PUD and zoning requirements for Woodland Lakes Project, including 400,000 sq. ft. commercial center and 99 room hotel. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on March 27, 1987 and copies were mailed to affected property owners. Lloyd Kepple, Attorney for Robert Scott Co., presented some background on the plan and introduced some of the representatives present tonight. Mr. John Norlander, from the Radisson Hotel Corp., addressed the redesign of the proposed hotel. David Bennett, BRW, reported on the overall design concept. Discussion also included the impact of a new bridge, MSA standards for roads, ponding, etc. James Torseth 1987 Industrial Blvd., stated a concern for additional improvements being made and assessed to those who have already been taxed for improvements. Staff discussed this further. Mr. Russell and Mr. Van Wormer reported on the alignment of Curve Crest and negotiations with the Township and County. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission approved the request for Woodland Lakes and Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the form for the modifications and refinements to the Planned Unit Development for Woodland Lakes project; and direct the City Attorney to prepare the findings for final approval at the April 21, 1987 meeting. Ayes - 3; Nays - 2; Councilmember Bodlovick and Mayor Abrahamson voted Nay. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Second reading of Ordinances No. 656 and 657, Annexing Certain Lands to the City of Stillwater. r 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble for a second reading and approval of Ordinances 656, "Annexing Certain Lands to the City of Stillwater". Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Mr. Charles Clausen, 1609 So. Greeley St., stated a concern regarding the amount of taxes. Mr. Gary Howe, 6749 Stillwater Blvd., also opposes the annexation because of high property taxes, and is concerned with lack of sewer and water, and the speed limit. He requested rezoning to Multi-Family. It was stated a request for rezoning would have to be heard by the Planning Commission. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell for a second reading and approval of Ordinance 657, "Annexing Certain Lands to the City of Sti llwater". Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to send notice to Stillwater Township of the City's intention to annex certain lands. (A 11 in favor) 2. Planning Commission recommendation regarding Political Sign Ordinance. Discussion included comments from Mr. Fontaine, and Jeff Peterson, 320 W. Pine St. stating his preference for this version of the ordinance. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to have a first reading of the Political Sign Ordinance. (All in favor) 3. Draft, Heritage Preservation Ordinance. Mr. Russell and Mr. Stenerson reported on the composition of the commission and the necessary guidelines for establishing an historic district. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim directing City Staff to prepare an ordinance establishing a Heritage Preservation Commission. (All in favor) 4. Community participation process and composition of Downtown Plan Committee. n 4 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 Mr. Russell reported on this item and discussion followed regarding the composition of the committee. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the composition of the Downtown Plan Committee with the addition of delegates from the North, South, and West Hill neighborhoods. (All in favor) NEW BUSINESS 1. Possible first reading of ordinance reorganizing the Park Board and Recreation Commission. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to have a first reading of an ordinance reorganizing the Park Board and Recreation Commi ss i on. (Allin favor) 2. Resolution authorizing change in lenders on the $255,000 Refunding Bond (Kindercare). r Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing a change in lenders on the $255,000 Refunding Bond for Kindercare. (Resolution No. 7724) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of April 7, 1987, approving the following: (All in favor) 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7719). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Appl ications: CONTRACTORS Asphalt Driveway Co. 1211 E. Highway 36 St. Paul, Mn. 55109 Asphalt Specialties Box 838 Lakeland, Mn. 55403 Blacktopping Renewa 1 Asphalt Construction Renewal r 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 Dave Bell Masonry R#l, Box 278 St. Joseph, Wisc. 54082 Andrew Braden 11780-110th Street No. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 The Carpenters 10880 Penfield Ave. No. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Charles Cudd Company 1802 Wooddale Drive Woodbury, Mn. 55125 r Fuhr Excavating 12202 Otchipwe Ave. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 H & I Wood Specialties Box 95, Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Simon Johnson Masonry, Inc. 5725 Oak green Ave. No. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Lakewood Interiors 1742 Frank St. St. Paul, Mn. 55109 Lux Homes, Inc. 617 Lake Drive Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Midwest Fence Co. 525 E. Villaume Ave. So. St. Paul, Mn. 55075 Cal Rolstad 1425 Holly Drive Hugo, Mn. 55038 r Masonry & Brick Work General Contractor General Contractor General Contractor Excavators General Contractor Masonry & Brick Work General Contractor General Contractor General Contractor Masonry & Brick Work 6 Renewal Renewa 1 Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewal New Renewal Renewa 1 Renewa 1 o Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 Stillwater Septic Sewer Service, Inc. Excavators 1167 Parkwood Lane No. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Renewal Richard E. Wente 116 No. Everett St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 General Contractor New Western Remodelers, Inc. 2520 W. Larpenteur St. Paul, Mn. 55113 General Contractor Renewal Woodchuck Tree Service 7310 Jocelyn Rd. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Tree Trimmers New Richard J. Anderson Ships Galley, (formerly Das Wurst Haus) 312 So. Main Street ON-SALE BEER LICENSE ~ 3. Set Public Hearing Date of April 21, 1987 for the following Planning cases: a) Case No. V/87-10 - Variance request for a seven ft. variance to the sideyard setback requirement for construction of a three season porch at 1208 No. Broadway in the RB Residential Duplex Dist. Marge Knowlton, applicant. b) Case No. SUP/87-12 - Special Use Permit for a Residential/Interior Design Studio at 320 W. Myrtle St. in the RB Duplex Residential Dist. Lynn and Sandra Monson, applicants. c) Case No. SUB/87-11 - Minor Subdivision splitting 2.39 acre lot into two lots of .93 acres and 1.46 acres at 1819 No.4th St. in the RA Single Family Residential Dist. Robert G. Troyer and Satu Suominen-Troyer, applicants. d) Case No. V/87-13 - Variance request for a sign program including seven roof signs at 1060 Curve Crest Blvd. in the IP-C Industrial Park Commercial Dist. LDR Company, applicant. e) Case No. CUP/87-14 - Conditional Use Permit for construction of a 30 ft. tall Carriage House/garage with dwelling unit above, with a rear yard variance of 6 ft., 25 in. required at 206 So.5th St. in the RC-M Multi-family Residential Dist. Ronald Gullickson, applicant. r 7 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 f) Public Hearing on Brick Pond/So.Gree1ey/Forest Hills, Frontage Road, Street and Land Use Plan as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to include payment for the T.V. cable casts in the Resolution Directing Payment of Bills. (All in favor) Council recessed for 10 minutes and reconvened at 10:35 P.M. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) Discussion followed regarding the Council meeting times and including other items at the 4:30 meeting. Council decision was to have only Staff Reports at the 4:30 meeting and other items at the later meeting. Also, Council set meeting times as follows beginning May 5, 1987: First Tuesday of the month - 4:30 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Second Tuesday of the month - 7:00 P.M. r Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Counci1member Kimble for a first reading of an ordinance amending Chap. 22.01, in regard to Council meeting times. (All in favor) Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to arrange a meeting with Stillwater Township in regard to the annexing of certain lands to the City of Stillwater. (All in favor) Motion by Counci1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to have a first reading of an ordinance amending Chap. 24.02 in regard to street excavations. (All in favor) Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the purchase of computer equipment for the Planning Department. (All in favor) Mr. Russell reported on the Metro East Plan to promote economic development on the east side of St. Paul. He also distributed to Council a handout regarding economic development in the City of Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the Agreement between the City of Stillwater and the Metropolitan Council in regard to the loan for the Downtown Plan. (Resolution No. 7726) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 8 r. ) f', f': Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting Apri 1 7, 1987 A brief report followed regarding the Interlachen Development. Mr. Magnuson reported on the steps to purchase the land north of the maintenance site from the state. It was stated owners of Penthouse Acres are interested in accomplishing the final plat for this area. Council agreed to hear this item at the May 5, 1987 meeting. Council discussed the proposed train depot and cooperation and support of the city towards this project. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to authorize reimbursement to Ann Daniels, of St. Joseph, Wisconsin for a coat damaged by wet paint on playground equipment. (All in favor) Council discussed the claim of Mrs. Tony Schiks, who suffered an injury due to a post protruding from a city street. Council asked for the report from GAB regarding this. Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve free parking for the AAUW antique show on Sept. 17-29, 1987. (All in favor) Discussion by Council followed regarding junked yards and the need for a policy for code enforcement. Also, discussed was the possible acquisition of the property adjacent to the Public Works garage. Council commented on the need for curb repair in a section of the downtown. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to adjourn the meeting at 11:35 P.M. (All in favor} Resolutions: No. 7719 - Directing Payment of Bills No. 7724 - Authorizing Change in Lenders for $255,000 Commercial Dev. Refunding Bond of 1987 (Kindercare) No. 7725 - Accept Feasibility Report for W. Sycamore St. & Order Improvement Hearing on May 5, 1987. No. 7726 - Approve Contract & Execution of A9reement between City and Metro Council for $25,000 loan. 9 r! n 0: Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 7, 1987 Ordinances: No. 656 - Annexing Certain lands to the City of Stillwater. No. 657 - Annexing Certain lands to the City of Stillwater. 4aM~ MAYOR ATTEST: ~ ~~ CITY CLERK 10