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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-10-09 CC MIN . .~ . f1 - ~"'';-J_\ "-' . v COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota october 9. 1973 7,30 p. M. REGULAR MEETING The meeting was called to order by president powell. The Invocation was given by President Powell. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, peterson. Thompson, wohlers and president powell Absent: None Also Present: City coordinator - Marshall; City Attorney, Kimel; superin- tendent of Public works, Shelton: Public Safety Director. Abrahamson; Director of parks and Recreation, Blekum: consulting Bngineer, Blliott; Planning Commission chairman. Arndt Press: Citizens: Will Turnbladh, victor Gozzi. orrin Thompson, David Gust. John pominville, .IJlm!..Vl:DUALS-DBLEGATIONS-PETITIONS 1. This was the day and time set for a public hearing on a special Use permit of Will Turnbladh to construct an apartment in the building at 236 South Main Street. The not-ice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City. on September 27, 1973, and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. Mr. Turnbladh was the only person appearing in behalf of this request. NO one appeared opposed. The Mayor closed the hearing. On rrotion of Cnuncilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the Council ~pprovpd the Special Use permit of will Turnbladh to construct an apartment in the building at 236 south Main Street. 2~ This was th~ day and time set for a public hearing on a special Use Permit to construct a restaurant on Lot 11. Block 28, original city. The Notice of hea~ing was published in the Stillwater Evening Gazette, the official newspaper of the City on September 27, 1973, and copies were mailed to all property owners within 300 feet. 67 , , I .~/ . . < " \. . . . / , 68 . . (october 9. 1973 - continued) DUANE ARNDT appeared on behalf of the planning Commission to relate that the Planning Commission had taken no action because of a lack of a quorum and stated that Federal Regulations would apply - Department of Natural Resources. VICTOR GOZZI appeared in his own behalf and related that he would comply with whatever suggestions the Planning Commission would have. On motion of Councilman peterson and seconded by Councilman Thompson the matter was continued for two weeks for review by the Planning commission. 3. Continued Public Hearing on the proposed assessment of Local Improvement No. 104 (North Owen street) (After g brief discussion at which time the Clerk, Mr. Marshall stated that the assessment would be $9.17 per assessable foot) On notion of Councilman Peterson a resolution was introduced "Approving the Assessment Roll on Local Improvement No. 104: this motion was seconded by Councilman Balfanz. (see resolutions) 4. Appearance by orrin Thompson to discuss the plats of croixwood Fifth and Sixth Additions. On motion of Councilman Peterson and seconded by Councilman Thompson to refer the Additions Five and Six to the Planning Conmission for their approval and recommendation, hearing date set as November 6, 1973. 5. DAVID GUST, 301 Edgewood in Croixwood, appeared concerning a drainage ditch in Croixwood with a petition from the property owners surrounding a drainage ditch for drainage of the same. ORRIN THOMPSON appeared and related that he would have the drainage ditch drained at the designation of the City Council at which time he was told to have it done by the following meeting. OW BUSINESS 1. BRICK STREET LIFT STATION JOHN POMINVILLE, 1517 West pine Street, explained and detailed the damage he incurred with the last malf~i1ction of the BriCk Street Station. DUANE ELLIOTT made a ~eport of the history of the malfuctions of the Brick Street Lift Statiou and made recommendations to prevent further malfunctions. (At this time discussion was had concerning a monitoring system to be placed in the Fire Department.) On motion of Councilman Peterson and seconded by councilman Balfanz to instruct the City Engineer to take immediate action of curtailing the malfunctions arid to get informal quotations on a monitoring system. ~ r '- '-- . . \. . . (october 9, 1973 - continued) 09 . . NEW BUSINESS ~ 1. On motion of councilman Balfanz and seconded a resolution was introduced "Authorizing the (see resolutions) by councilman Peterson payment of Bills". , ~ 2. On motion of councilman Balfanz and seconded by cnuncilman Peterson a resolution was introduced "Scheduling a Public Hearing on the proposed Assessment for project No. 108" (Sidewalks) for November 6, 1973 meeting. (see resolutions) , 3. r-, 4. - on motion of councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman wohlers a resolution was introduced "Scheduling a Public Hearing on the proposed Assessment for project No. 115 (Croixwood Second Addition)" for the November 6, 1973 meeting. (see resolutions). on motion of councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman peterson a resolution was introduced "Abating Certain Assessments". (see resolutions) 5. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers approved a Change Order No. 1 to project No. 118. 6. On motion of councilman Balfanz, seconded by Counc:ilman Wohlers approved a Change Order to the Separation project authorizing the addition of the OWen street Storm Sewer. , 7. At councilman peterson's suggestion the matter concerning the request from John J. McCarten for an updating of the Cable TV Franchise be continued. APPLICATIONS 1:$l1I On motion of councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Peterson the applications of Peter Salava, 1935 E. Minnehaha, St. Paul, Minnesota, and peterson's con- struction, R. R. #2, New Richmond, Wisconsin for contractor's Licenses were approved. (Both new applicants) .. ~ ~MMlnTYCAT:lONS From the Metro Sewer Board approving the sewer connection for the Bethany covenant church in Stillwater ToWnship. From Erickson's Diversified Corporation regarding the status of their new service station on south Main street. From Bernard M. Litman, Attorney for Alan Davidson regarding annexation of property in Grant Township. From the Automobile Club of St. Paul regarding a Pedestrian Safety Award for the City of stillwater. - v . ) . . !. . . . . 70 . (october 9, 1973 - continued) From Hobert Bowen regarding a claim by Audio Electronics, Inc. for work at the Library which has not been paid for. From Ed Linner regarding damage to the wall on his Mother's property at 516 North second Street due to the removal of sidewalks and trees. From John Pominville and Bud Jagusch regarding sewage backups. From Joe Roach regarding damage to his car at the intersection of Third and Linden due to a rock left in the street by the contractor. From Frederich Glass regarding damage to his car due to construction work at the intersection of Everett and Elm Streets. CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz the city coordinator and councilman Thompson were instructed ~o attend the League police Meeting on Thursday. october 15. 1973. 2. A date for a Bujget Meeting was set. 3. sweeper Specifications 4. Discussion concerning fire insurance 5. On motion of Councilman Thompson. seconded by councilman resolution was introduced "Confirming the appointment of city Mechanic". (see resolutions). Balfanz a Monroe wood. ENGINEER'S REPORT 1. Discussion was had concerning the res~~ation of South Fifth Street, the failures of the same to be corrected. 2. On motion of councilman wohlers, seconded by Councilman Peterson to make payment of billings for work on North Second and North Fourth Streets. 3. Report on the need for a lift station on the Northwest corner of Croixwood. CITY ATTORNEY.S REPORT Relative to a petition from Grant Township, Allen Davidson, for annexation, it being the city Attorney's recommendation that the Council be as non-commital as possible. (' r L '-- "-- . . \. . . . . r? f~ L.. o . (october 9, 1973 - continued) it COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC SAFETY 1. Boo Barthel and David Chial have completed their six month's probation and have been approved by the Public safety committee. on motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by councilman wohlers a resolution was int=oduced "Confirming the appointments of Bob Barthol and David Chial in the Fire Department". (see resolutions) 2. Mike Wake ling has been accepted into the volunteer Fire Department. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by councilman wohlers a resolution was introduced "Accepting Mike Wake ling into the Volunteer Fire Department. subject to six months' probation." (see resolutions) 3. There were three resignations from the police Reserve: 1. Richard Evans 2. Steven Scattum 3. Delbert Knutson COUNCILMAN PETERSON: Mr. Mayor, I IIDve we accept the resignations and instruct the city coordinator to send them a letter of thanks. Seconded by Councilman Balfanz - all in favor. 4~ On nDtion of councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a dance permit was approved for the Firemen-s Ball. 5. Report on Duck Hunting on the St. Croix River. COUNCILMAN PETERSON: Well, I think perhaps the city Attorney should talk to the game warden in Washington County and also the Sheriff and try to clarify our ordinance and their hunting rules in the County. PUBLIC WORlCS 1. Mr. Shelton asked the Council for bids on two front rrDunted sanders and two augers. On rrDtion of Councilman Peterson. seconded by councilman Wohlers Mr. Shelton was authorized to let the above bids. PARKS AND RECREATION COUNCIU4AN BALFANZ: I would just like to instruct the city Coordinator to advertise for bids for,askatesharpening business at the Ice Arena. On rrDtion of the above, seconded by councilman Thompson the motion passed. ORDINANCES None . . . . . 72 i~etober 9. 1973 - ~~ntinu~n~ RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were unanimously adopted: 1. Directing the payment of the Bills. 2. Adopting the Assessment Roll for Local Improvement No. 104 (owen Street) 3. Abating certain Assessments 4. ordering a Hearing on proposed Assessments Local Improvement No. 108 (Sidewalks) 5. ordering a Hearing on proposed Assessments Local Improvement No. 115 (croixwood Second Addition) 6. Approving Employment - volunteer Fireman - Michael wakeling 7. confirming appointment - Bob Barthal - Fireman 8. confirming Appointment - David Chial - Fireman 9. Confirming Appointment - Monroe Wood - Mechanic ADJOllRNIlEN'l' On motion of councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Thompson the meeting adjourned at & Qd;""" S{;;;)~ Mayor Atte. , ~j]S/ALLU "ty Clerk This set of minutes were taken by Kirby Kennedy, county court Reporter and transcribed by him. r ~ J '- '- . . . . . . 72 (OCtober 9, 1973 - cont.l.l",J.ed) RESOLtn'IONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were unanimously adopted: 1. Directing the payment of the Bills. 2. Adopting the Assessment Roll for Local Improvement No. 104 (owen Street) 3. Abating certain Assessments 4. Ordering a Hearing on proposed Assessments Local Improvement No. 108 (Sidewalks) 5. ordering a Hearing on proposed Assessments Local Improvement No.. 115 (Croixwood Second Addition) 6. Approving Employment - volunteer Fireman - Michael Wake ling 7. COnfirming appointment - Bob Barthel - Fireman 8. confirming Appoin~men~ - David Chial - Fireman 9. Confirming Appointment - MOnroe Wood - Mechanic ADJOl/RllIIENT On motion of councilman Wohlers. seconded by councilman Thompson the meeting adjourned at ,,~&05/Jkjfl ity Clerk. ~/kd~~ Mayor This set of minutes were taken by Kirby Kennedy, county Court Reporter and transcribed by him. ~-- J . . \.1 ~ . . ~ . . r'"; I- u . '-' COUNCIL CHAMBER stillwater, Minnesota October 16, 1973 7:30 P. M. SPECIAL MEETING The meeting was called to order by Vice President Peterson. Present; Councilmen Balfanz, Thompson, Wohlers and viee President Peterson Absent: Preliident Powell Also present: City Coordinator, Marshall On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the Clerk was directed to advertise for bids for three police cars said bids to be returnable on Tuesday, November 6, 1973 at 7:30 P. M. Discussion was held on the proposed budget for 1974. ADJOUPYIIRII1'JO On motion of Councilman Thompson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the. meeting ddjourned at 10:10 P. 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