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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-09-11 CC MIN . 54 COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater. Minnesota September 11, 1973 7.30 P. M. REGULAR MEll'rING The meeting was called to order by President Powell The Invocation was given by Mr. Marshall Present: Councilman Balfanz. Peterson, Thompson, Wohlers and President Powell Absent: None Also Present: City coordinator, Marshall: City Attorney, Kilaawtl: SUP41r~lltlltnd8nt of Public Works, Shelton: Public Safety Director. AbrahalUon: Director of Parks and Recreation, Bleltum: Consulting Engineer, Elliott: Board of Water commissioners, Harold Foster: Bonding consultant, Ron LangneBs Press: Stillwater Evening Gazette - Roger Gratiot and Douglas Seitz Citizens: Jerry wallace, Dave Magnuson, John Decurtins, Francis Rice, Jerry Mahoney, Mr. & MrB. Harold Howie, Rev. C. A. Jobnson(pastor of Bethany Covenant Church) IHDIVIDUALS-DELEGATIONS-PETITIOHS 1. MR. GERRY WALlACE from NSP appeared before the Council and presented to them in writing a full report on the procedures taken by them to protect gas facilities while the contractor was dynamiting in stillwater. (written report in the project file) . 2. The Clerk presented. affidavits showing publication in the official newspaper and in the Commercial West of notice of sale of $320,000 Temporary Improvement Bonds of the City.. bids for which were to be considered at this meeting as provided by the resolution adopted August 21.. 1973. The affidavits were examined and approved and ordered placed on file. The Clerk reported that sealed bids for the purchase of the bonds had been eoeceived from the follOwing institutions at or before the time stated in the notice.. and the bids were then publicly read and considered and found to conform to the notice of sale and to be accompanied by the required security.. and the purchase price, coupon rates and net interest cost under the terms of each bid were found to be as follows: BTnnRR COUPONS NET INTBllEST COST AND RATE ~ First National Bank of St. Paul St.. paul.. Minnesota 4.. 75% 1976 $318.656.00 $43,144..00 (4.90;2%) First National Bank of Minneapolis Minneapolis. Minnesota 4..70% 1976 $317.664.00 $43.696.00 (4.9654%) pipper.. Jaffray & Hopwood.. Inc. Minneapolis. Minnesota 4.75% 1976 $316.928.00 $44.872.00 (5.0991%) All bonds are reoffered at par. ,-, ,- J , '- -. '- . . . l' , . .. ~ ~ ! i I f , , ,r--. 1..';;;0 .... I",,) . '-' (September 11, 1973 - continued) The Clerk presented a proposed form of bond to legal opinion for said bond issue. which placed on file in the office of the Clerk. and coupon and certificate as was examined, approved and ordered On motion of councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman wohlers these bids were referred to the Bonding consultant for his review and to report back later in the meeting. 3. Continued Public Hearing on Local Improvement No. 104 (North owen Street) - continued from the August 21st meeting. MR. MARSHALL reviewed the proposed assessments for this improvement for the council and the public. He went to the County and checked the quantities for the sidewalk construction and they were correct. In the proposed assessment cost is a figure of $6,350.00 for the land acquisition for this improvement which will make the assessment for the northerly portion of this street greater than the balance of it when it is done in the future. He recommended that the city pullout the land acquisition cost which would reduce it from $10.36 down to $6.21 a foot. MAYOR POWELL felt the people on North owens should pay a part of that land acquisition cost and that the balance be charged or assessed to the citizens on the southerly portion at the time when it is assessed. MR. KIMMEL didn't see how this could be done, but MAYOR POWELL said that if the city had done the project it would have been done as one project and the asseSR- ment would have been done at the same time and everybody on the street would have to participate in this cost. MR. JaMMEL added that if the county is willing to let us do it and the allOunt is not greater than the cost of the project, then it could possibly be done -- but technically he didn't feel that we could do it. We could aSBess up to the benefit of the project but not in excess of the cost of the project. MR. MARSHALL said he doesnlt care how we finance it. The $28.000.00 was the final construction cost and we indicated that we would assess on that basis. We can assess all the utilities, and the land acquisition, and the curb and gutter and the sidewalk which was put in on one side. (He is going to get a letter from the county on this.) DAVID MAGNUSON, who was representing the residents on North owen Street, felt as far as he was concerned. that this was a fair proposal. MR. MARSHALL said that it would be roughly about $9.00 per foot if it was figured in this manner as compared to $12.50 which was the cost figure set earlier. MAYOR POWELL felt the hearing should be continued until these figures cOuld be worked out and a new assessment roll prepared. On motion of councilman Peterson, seconded by councilman Wohlers this hearing will be continued at the first meeting in october. which will be october 9. 1973. 4. REV. A. C. JOHNSON and several of his parishioners appeared before the council in reference to utilities for their new church which is located in stillwater Township. MR. ELLIOTT explained in detail the location of some of the utilities in the area with the assistance of Mr. Harold Foster of the Water Board. He felt that this should go through the Metro Sewer Board and ask for a variance in the Comprehen- sive Sewer Plan. He also said they would build part of the main and this would be in lieu of an assessment. MR. KIMMEL said we should have permission from Stillwater Township to be assesaed. ..... 55 . . \.t ; . J . . .; . III , ~ f , t f , / 56 (September 11. 1973 - continued) On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Wohlers, The City Attorney, the city Coordinator. and the Engineer were instructed to work out the details with the Metro Sewer Board and Stillwater TOwn- ship regarding the sewer service for the Bethany Covenant Church. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Discussion was held regarding the roof drains that are connected to the sewer system which was submitted by Mr. Elliott to the Council in full detail. It will be necessary to eliminate all the by-passes and he also requested that the City do the separation '-'Ork for the County on the balance of owen Street. The City is now taking a aoor-to-door survey of the commercial businesses regarding the rool drains. He suggested that the Council pass an Ordinance prohibiting the Connection of roof drains to the sanitary sewer system. He cited there is a problem with the drainage at. the Tennis Courts at the Junior High School. The City has to eliminate the infiltration which costs the City about $27.000.00 per year to treat. He also informed the Council that he understands that there are grants for such projects which is called a Stage One Grant~ and he will have some special recommendations at the next meeting. He suggested that the by_ passes be monitored in the late fall so that we can develop some type of history of roof drains. The City should initiate a survey of the storm water connections and sanitary connections and springs that leak into basements and are then pumped into the sanitary system. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by councilman Peterson, the Clerk made the first reading of an Ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE PRESEN'l'ING THE DISPOSING OF STROM WATER IN THE SANITARY SmER sYSTEM". (see Ordinances) 2. Counci_an Balfanz offered the following Resolution and moved- its adoption, which motion was seconded by Councilman Thompson: RESOLUTION NO. 4972 "RESOLUTION AUTfI)RIZING. SELLING AND ESTABLISHING THE TERMS OF $320,000 TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1973, SERIES B, AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT. .. upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted Aye: Councilmen Balfanz, Peterson. Thompson. Wohlers and President Powell and the following voted Nay: None Whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted and was signed by the Mayor and attested by the Clerk. (see resolutions) 3. MAYOk POWELL announced that Mr. Roger Gratiot of the Stillwater Gazett.e was attending his final Council meeting as he will be moving to California and introduced Mr.. Doug Seitz as the person from the Gazette who would be attending the meetings in the future. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a resolution was introduced "Thanking Roger Gratiot for all hiE' years of service to the City and wished him well in his new work". (see resolutions) THE MAYOR DECLARED A RECESS FROM 8:40 TO 8:50 ,~ '--, , . . ,- \.' " . . t . (September 11, 1973 - continued) . ~ ~ NEW BUSINESS 1. On motion of councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Thompson the council approved the following change of Escrow: First National Bank of Minneapolis $3,000 U. S. Treasury Bills Yield--8.20 2. On motion of councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Thompson a resolution was introduced "DIRECTING THE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS". (see resolutions) . 3. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a resolution was ilfl"'troducea "OPPOSING THE PROPOSED WASHINGTON COL1N:i'Y FELONY INVESTIGATION UNIT", as recommended by the public Safety Committee. (see resolutions). t'i 4. MR. MARSHALL submitted to the Council information and proposed resolution supporting the need for directed growth through the Metro East Committee. He said a lot of planning is being done, but we have not been integratdd into it. This is an attempt to be heard by the Metro Council and make sure that they coordinate what they do. The Metro East would like to see some concentration on Washington County regarding where to have developments, open space, etc., which will indirectly affect Stillwater. - Kl. KIMMEL felt we should wait for individual requests rather than have a general statement. MAYOR PafELL said the resolution is good, but he thought we should write and find out where the sewer board intend~ to run its interceptors and where there will be open space. Also we should call attention to the fact that somebody has been doing some thinking on it.. On motion of Councilman peterson, seconded by councilman Balfanz, a resolution was introduced "SUPPORTING THE METRO EAST S'l'ATEMBHT ON 'THE NEED FOR DIRECTED GROWTH". (Councilman Wohlers opposed).. (see resolutions). s. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman peterson a resolution was introduced "AUTHORIZING INTER-FUND TRANSFERS".. (repass- see resolutions). ,""'.. - 6. A request for a stop sign at Fifth and Elm was held over until the Public Safety Department makes a study of the whole City before a decision is made. 7. On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by councilman Wohlers a resolution was introduced to place loading zone signs on Nelson Alley for Croixside Press and on Commercial Avenue West of union Alley for B. W. Harris. (see resolutions) u 8. On motion of Councilman wohlers, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a resolution was introduced "ORDERING HEARING ON SANITARY SE.WER IMPROVEMENTS". (HOoley-Feely property) hearing date to be September 25, 1973 at 7:30 P. M. (see resolutions) 9. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Peterson the date of September 25, 1973 at 7:30 P. M. was set for the Public Hearing on Case No. 156 - Special Use Permit for John Krongaard. "-' . _.~, 57 \ . . I.t . ...,,' . r , . ,r I ~ f j 58 (September 11, 1973 - continued) APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the following Contractor.s Licenses were approved: Tartan construction G. John Heinlein 1985 E. Idaho st. Paul, Minnesota 55119 Masonry & Brick Work (renewal) Robert S. Hagstrom, Jr. 8441 Kimbro Avenue North Stillwater, Minnesota General (renewal) Rudy J. Lenz 3045 N. McKnight Rd. North St. Paul, MD. 55109 Masonry & Brick Work (renewal) First reading was made for a 3.2 "On Sale and Off Sale" beer licenses for Miram L. Tobiassen, North Hill Oasis Station, 1101 North Owen Street, Stillwater. (transfer) On motion of councilman Peterson, seconded by councilman wohlers a soft Drink and a Cigarette license was granted to Hiram L. TObiassen (North Hill Oa8is Station), 1101 North Owen Street, Stillwater, Minnesota. (new - transfer) On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Petersor a "Sunday On Sale, Liquor License" was granted to the American Legion Club, 103 South Third Street, Stillwater, Minnesota for the balance of 1973 for 12 Sundays - rate of $50.00). On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Peterson the Council approved the transfer of the Regular and Sunday On Sale Liquor License for the pIa-Nor Lanes from Glen Karloske to Jerome E. Mesenbauy for the balance of 1973, subject to the receipt of the liability insurance the Dram Shop Insurance. COMMUNICATIONS From George S. Regis resigning as the City Band Director. On motion of Councilman reterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a resolution was introduced "Commending George s. Regis for his years of service as the City Band Director". (see resolutions) From J. B. Cass regarding damage to his home on the corner of Linden and Fourth Streets due to the heavy construction. On motion of Councilman Peterson. seconded by Councilman Balfanz this claim is to be turned over to the MCGarry- Kearney Insurance Agency. From Robert Dippel. White Bear Lake regarding fishing in Brownls Creek. (no action) ClTY COORDINATOR' S REPORT 1. Mr. Marshall informed the council that he will be in Boston for the next meeting at the leMA convention. r r h" '-- , . . \.1 " . . , , . f . (;'i - , I "..,,~ f'" I." ~ - . , , (September 11, 1973 - continued) 2. Discussion was held regarding the Orseth Tests that are given or mare at the time of furnace installation and the charges for this Woi::k. On motion of councilman peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, the City Coordinator and the Director of public Works were directed to check into these Orseth Tests and the charges for them and report back at our next regular meeting. 3. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Peterson the council approved the follcwing appointments to the Heritage Preservation Commission: Duane Arndt Jeffrey Zoller Mary Lou True Lea Kasun Roger Wohlers Martin Hansen Charles Swanson Glenn Thompson Jack Shelton j ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) Members of the Planning Commission Harry A. Swanson Jim Mulvey washington County Historical society 4. The Lowell Inn has requested a ten foot curb ramp at the entrance ,in of the Lowell Inn on Second Street for the assistance of wheel-chair This request has been turned over to the Director of Public Works and the Engineer. CONSULTING ENGINEER I S REPORT 1. On ootion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers aneiltimate from Dependable surfacing in the amount of $21,521.75 was approved for payment and directed to be added to the resolution nDirecting:the payment of Bills n . 2. MR. ELLIOTT re~ed that hopefully North Second Street will be completed next week on the surfacing and then the sidewalks will be done. COMMIT'l'EE REPORTS PUBLIC SAFETY Report will be sent to the Council members. PUBLIC WORKS No report ADMINISTRATIVE No report PARKS AND RECREATION No report . . 60 t '" (September 11, 1973 P - continued) CITY A'!'TORNEY'S REPORT 1. Mr. Kimmel reported that in the Donald wagner case, it was decided in the city's favor for breach of contract. (Building Inspector position) RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were adopted: 1. Authorizing, Selling and Establishing the Terms of $320,000 Temporary Improvement Bonds of 1973. Series B, and providing for their payment. 2. Thanking Roger Gratiot for His Years of Service to the City. 3. Directing the payment of the Bills. 4. opposing the proposed Washington County Felony Investigati(.oil unit. 5. Supporting the Metro East Statement on the Need for Directed Growth (Councilman Wohlers opposed) 6. Authorizing Inter-Fund Transfers (repass) 7.. Loading Zone Signs on Nelson Alley and Commercial Avenue 8. COauaending George S. Regis for his years of service as the City Band Director. 9. ordering Hearing on samitary Sewer Improvement (Hool.ey-Feely property). (repass) ing Direc:t-/the Payment of Bills - Pederson Bros. (Local Improvement No. 108) 10. ORDINANCES First Reading - AN ORDINANCE PREVENntmTHE DISPOSING OF S'lODM WATER IN THE SANITARY SloWER SYSTEM An.m'lR_ On Ib)tion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman wohlers the meeting adjourned at 9:40 P. M. ~~~ Mayor Q' ~~;v-,l.JZf City Clerk-Coordinator r '- '- .. . r " I '" . .