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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-05-19 CC MIN . . . ..,,*,,. AGEN DA STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL May 19, 1987 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES - April 28, 1987 Special Meeting and May 5, 1987 Regular and Recessed M~etings. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS 1. Mark Vierling - Petition requesting Municipal acquisition and access for the Granquist property. STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance 4. Comm.Dev.Director 7. Fire Chief 2. Public Safety 5. Parks & Recreation 8. City Attorney 3. Public Works 6. Consulting Engineer 9. City Clerk 10. City Coordinator UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Possible second reading of ordinance establishing a Joint Parks and Recreation Board. 2. Possible second reading of ordinance establishing the Heritage Preservation Commission. NEW BUSINESS 1. First reading of ordinance annexing property surrounded by the City (Uehling Property) 2. Resolution regarding extension of sewer and water service to areas ouside of City limits. PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued) CONSENT AGENDA 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7744) 2. Permit for installation of individual sewage disposal system for residence north of Hazel St. 1 . 3. Applications (List to be supplied at Meeting). 4. Set Public Hearing Date of June 2, 1987 for the following Planning case: a) Case No. V/87-22 - Conditional Use Permit request for filling & grading a 2.5 acre site and rip-rapping the river bank north of Stillwater Yacht Club, Frank Aiple, applicant. 5. Application to Minnesota Charitable Gambling Control Board for the following: Stillwater Elks 279 E. Myrtle St. Renewal Friends of Youth, Inc. American Legion Post 48 103 So. Third St. Renewal SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS STAFF REPORTS (Continued) COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM NEWS MEDIA . ADJOURNMENT . 2 . . . REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES May 19, 1987 7:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers 80dlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Caruso Consulting Engineer Moore Consulting Engineer Davis Public Safety Director Mawhorter Public Works Director Junker Parks & Recreation Director 8lekum Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Carol DeWolf, St. Croix Valley Press Mark Vierling, Don Grandquist, Bruce Folz, David S. Johnson, John Stibbe, Maurice Stenerson, Jim Blichfeldt, and Carol Uehling. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Press: Others: Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Minutes of the Regular and Recessed Meetings of May 5, 1987. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to amend the Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 28, 1987, pg. I, Minnesota Zephyr, second paragraph, as follows: (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve Mr. Paradeau's request for a temporary site .contingent upon the availability of the site from the State of Minnesota, on terms and condi- tions acceptable to the City, execution of a Development Agreement for the temporary site", and to direct City Staff to meet with Mr. Paradeau to negotiate an agreement for a permanent site. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS Mark Vierling, representing the Grandquist family, explained the petition for City acquisition of access to serve the properties immediately east of Oak Glen 5th Addition. Mr. Vierling said that the Grandquists have been 1 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 unsuccessful in their efforts to obtain the access from the Oak Glen Corporation and are asking the City to acquire the access and assess the cost to all benefiting properties. John Stibbe, representing Oak Glen Corporation said that Oak Glen would be amenable to selling the access property at fair market value. However, Oak Glen was concerned about the type of development that would take place. Bruce Folz, land surveyor and representative of the Oak Glen Corporation, said that this issue has been before the City Council and City Staff several times over the past six years and would only be resolved through a cooperative effort by all of the parties. Mr. Folz also pointed out the existence of another property owner which supported the need for the development of a plan. David S. Johnson said that he had tried to acquire some property from Rueben Grandquist when Oak Glen was first being developed in exchange for access to the property, but was turned down by Mr. Grandquist. Mr. Johnson said that he was still willing to sell the property and cooperate with the pro- perty owners, but was concerned about how this property would develop. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bod10vick to direct Community Development Director to prepare a plan of action for the acquisition and development of access to serve the Grandquist and Balogh property and to report to the City Council at the meeting of June 16, 1987. (All in favor. STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance- Finance Director Caruso asked for Council app~ova1 on the Agreement for Official Newspaper. The agreement provided that the Stillwater Gazette would be the official newspaper from 1987 and five years thereafter at a maximum increase in costs of 7% per year. Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the Agreement for Official Newspaper between the Stillwater Gazette and the City of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 7753) Ayes _ Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Ms. Caruso provided the Council with some information regarding a Commun- ity Energy Program that was sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Public Service. Ms. Caruso said the progr&R could be managed by Washington County or by an individual that would be hired by the City. The program would include neighborhood energy workshops, home energy in- spections, small business energy management and a variety of other energy related projects. If the City were to hire an individual to manage the program, it could be done at a very minimal cost to the City. However, 2 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 space would have to be provided for the individual. Mayor Abrahamson asked the City Council to place this on the agenda for the Special Meeting which was scheduled to be held at 4:30 P.M., Wednesday, May 27, 1987. . Finance Oirector Caruso requested the cancellation of the computer program- ming agreement with Owatonna Computer Service, Inc. and to enter into an agreement with Oennis Watson. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to cancel the Computer Programming Agreement with Owatonna Computer Services, Inc. and to enter into an agreement with Dennis Wahon of Owatonna. Minnesota. (All in favor) 2. Public Safety Public Safety Director Mawhorter requested "No Parking" signs for West Hancock St. near the Stillwater Sr. High School. Mr. Mawhorter said that he had contacted most of the property owners in the area and they were in favor of the "No Parking" signs. Motion by Councilmember 80dlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution establishing "No Parking" zone on the south side of West Hancock St. from South Sixth St. to South Holcombe St. (Resolution No. 7750) Ayes - Councilmembers 80dlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Mr. Mawhorter requested a budget amendment to the 1987 budget for the cost of winter parkas that were ordered during 1986 ',ut were not received until after January I, 1987. Mr. Mawhorter sa. that without the budget amendment his budget for 1987 would appear to be overspent. Ms. Caruso said that she would prefer not amending budgets for this type of situation because it could involve a considerable amount of work tracking and record- ing expenditures of a similar nature. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Mayor Abrahamson budget amendment to the Police Dept. budget for winter parkas. Nays - 3, Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, and Opheim.) Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the budget amendment to the Pol ice Dept. budget for winter parkas. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmember Bodlovick and Mayor Abrahamson.) to deny the (Ayes - 2; Mr. Mawhorter requested the hiring of an additional Police Officer effec- tive June 16, 1987 instead of July I, 1987 as originally placed in the . 3 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 budget. Mr. Mawhorter said that he would recommend the hiring of Leslie Wardell. Mayor Abrahamson said that he was opposed to the hiring of an additional officer at this time because of anticipated budget problems. Councilmember Farrell said the City Council recently approved the hiring of a Secretary for the Administrative Dept. and if there were budget pro- blems he would hope that the City Council would consider across the board adjustments and not single out anyone Department. Councilmember 80dlovick said that the Council does not have to approve an item just be- cause it was in the budget which was set in the fall of last year and fur- ther thought the Public Safety Dept. was adequately staffed based on the size of Stillwater. Councilmember Kimble said that many factors besides population determine Public Safety staffing requirements. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Leslie Wardell as a full-time Patrol Officer effective June 16, 1987 at a starting salary of $1,857.10 per month. (Resolution No. 7751) . Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, and Opheim Nays - Councilmember 80dlovick and Mayor Abrahamson. 3. Parks & Recreation - Director Blekum requested the hiring of four lifeguards. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution employing the following persons as Lifeguards effective June I, 1987 at the stated salaries: (Resolution No. 7752) Sue Pearson Kathy Cina Sarah Howard Betsy Pfleger Monica Buberl Megan Arney $5.50 per hour 4.50 per hour 4.25 per hour 4.25 per hour 5.25 per hour 4.25 per hour Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to ap- prove a Permit to Consume for Scott Laxton for a wedding reception in Pioneer Park on August 15, 1987, 2:00 - 9:00 P.M. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve a Permit to Consume for the Staff of the Attorney General's Office in Lowell Park on August 21, 1987 from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M., provided a Police Officer is employed by the permittee during the hours of the event. (All in favor) . 4 . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 4. Consulting Engineers - Consulting Engineer Davis reported on his findings regarding the improve- ment of Poplar St. Mr. Davis said it appears that the sight distance for a 30 mph design could not be met by lowering the street as previously pro- posed without creating drainage and access problems. Mr. Davis recom- mended that the Public Works Director, City Attorney and he meet on the site to determine what other alternatives, sucl) as barricading, are available. 5. City Coordinator - Mr. Kriesel presented three change orders for work related to the Library Renovation project. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to ap- prove the following Change Orders: (All in favor) Dymanyk Electric - Increase of contract by $6,170 to $78,070 total contract General Sheet Metal - Increase of $5,528.00 to $73,691.00 total contract Capitol City Glass - Increase of $695.00 to $16,585.00 total contract Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the agreement with Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. for relocating telephone cable at a cost of $1,560.00. (All in favor) City Coordinator Kriesel reported that the City had not yet received a letter of credit for the Washington Square project. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to redeem the $60,000 Letter of Credit now held by the City of Stillwater if a substi- tute letter of credit in the amount of $90,OOO from Nelle, Inc. is not re- ceived by 2:00 P.M., Friday, May 22, 1987. (All in favor) Mr. Kriesel requested the hiring of a part-time Recording Secretary for various Council and Committee meetings. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the advertising for the part-time Recording Secretary position. (All in favor) Mr. Kriesel reported he had received a request from Michael McGuire, builder of the Stillwater Dock Cafe, to have the City pay the cost of 5 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 watermain installation to serve the Cafe and assess the cost of $35,000.00 to the property. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to have the City Attorney prepare a Findings of Fact and legal opinion regarding assessing cost of public improvements when performed by a private contractor. (All in favor) NEW BUSINESS 1. First reading of ordinance annexing property surrounded by the City (Uehling Property) Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the first reading of an ordinance annexing the Uehling property to the City of Stillwater. (All in favor) UNFINISHED 1. Possible second reading of an ordinance establishing a Joint Parks and Recreation Board. . Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to table the second reading of an ordinance establishing a Joint Parks and Recreation Board until the June 2, 1987 Council Meeting. (All in favor) 2. Possible second reading of an ordinance establishing the Heritage Preser- vation Commission. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell for a second reading and approval of an ordinance establishing the Heritage Preserva- tion Commission. (Ordinance No. 664) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Consent Agenda of May 19, 1987, including the following items: (All in favor) 1. Directin9 Payment Ayes - Councilmembers Nays - None of Bills (Resolution No. 7744) Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. . 6 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 2. Applications: CONTRACTORS . Wayne Keiser Construction, Inc. Route I, Box 1730 Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 Kraus-Anderson Construction Co. 525 So. Eighth St. Minneapolis, Mn. 55404 Dennis A. Miller 511 Cedar Drive No. Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 3. Approving on-site sewer permits for properties described as Lot I, Block I, Browns Creek Heights Addition and Lot 5, Block I, Browns Creek Heights Addition. General Contractor Renewal Drake Marble Company 60 E. Plato Blvd. St. Paul, Mn. 55107 Marble & Granite New & Ceramic Tile Installers General Contractor Renewa I General Contractor New 4. Set Public Hearing date of June 2, 1987 for the following Planning case: a) Case No. V/87-22 - Conditional Use Permit request for filling & gradin9 a 2.5 acre site and riprapping the river bank north of Stillwater Yacht Club, Frank Aiple, applicant. 5. Application to Minnesota Gambling Control Board for the following: Sti 11 water Elks 279 E. Myrtle St. Renewa I Friends of Youth, Inc. American Legion Post 48 103 So. Third St. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) Renewal City Coordinator Kriesel requested approval of the contract between I.U.O.E. Local 49 and the City of Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to author- ize and direct the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the Labor Agreement for the period January I, 1987 through December 31, 1987 between I.U.O.E. Local 49 and the City of Stillwater. {All in favor) . 7 . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to have City Staff contact the organizers of Rivertown Arts Festival regarding problems created for the Parks Oept. and the City because of activity in Lowell Park. (All in favor) AOJOURNMENT Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to adjourn the meeting at 9:54 P.M. (All in favor) Resolutions: No. 7744 - Oirecting Payment of 8i11s No. 7750 - Establishing "No Parking" zone on Hancock St. near Sr. High School No. 7751 - Employing Leslie Wardell as full-time Patrol Officer. No. 7752 - Employing Lifeguards as of June 1, 1987. No. 7753 - Approving Agreement for Official Newspaper. Ordinances: No. 664 - Establishing the Heritage Preservation Commission. ATTEST: ~~ctiQ /lId; ~~ 4/L; __ ,.~ 8 f" REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES May 19, 1987 7:00 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 Consulting Engineer Moore Consulting Engineer Davis Public Safety Director Mawhorter Public Works Director Junker Parks & Recreation Director Blekum Pres s : Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Carol DeWolf, St. Croix Valley Press Mark Vierling, Don Grandquist, Bruce Folz, David S. Johnson, John Stibbe, Maurice Stenerson, Jim Blichfeldt, and Carol Uehling. f' Others: APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Minutes of the Regular and Recessed Meetings of May 5, 1987. (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to amend the Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 28, 1987, pg. I, Minnesota Zephyr, second paragraph, as follows: (All in favor) Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve Mr. Paradeau's request for a temporary site "contingent upon the availability of the site from the State of Minnesota, on terms and condi- tions acceptable to the City, execution of a Development Agreement for the temporary site", and to direct City Staff to meet with Mr. Paradeau to negotiate an agreement for a permanent site. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS {' Mark Vierling, representing the Grandquist family, explained the petition for City acquisition of access to serve the properties immediately east of Oak Glen 5th Addition. Mr. Vierling said that the Grandquists have been 1 " Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 unsuccessful in their efforts to obtain the access from the Oak Glen Corporation and are asking the City to acquire the access and assess the cost to all benefiting properties. John Stibbe, representing Oak Glen Corporation said that Oak Glen would be amenable to selling the access property at fair market value. However, Oak Glen was concerned about the type of development that would take place. Bruce Fo1z, land surveyor and representative of the Oak Glen Corporation, said that this issue has been before the City Council and City Staff several times over the past six years and would only be resolved through a cooperative effort by all of the parties. Mr. Fo1z also pointed out the existence of another property owner which supported the need for the development of a plan. David S. Johnson said that he had tried to acquire some property from Rueben Grandquist when Oak Glen was first being developed in exchange for access to the property, but was turned down by Mr. Grandquist. Mr. Johnson said that he was still willing to sell the property and cooperate with the pro- perty owners, but was concerned about how this property would develop. r Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to direct Community Development Director to prepare a plan of action for the acquisition and development of access to serve the Grandquist and Balogh property and to report to the City Council at the meeting of June 16, 1987. (All in favor. STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance- Finance Director Caruso asked for Council approval on the Agreement for Official Newspaper. The agreement provided that the Stillwater Gazette would be the official newspaper from 1987 and five years thereafter at a maximum increase in costs of 7% per year. Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the Agreement for Official Newspaper between the Stillwater Gazette and the City of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 7753) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r Ms. Caruso provided the Council with some information regarding a Commun- ity Energy Program that was sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Public Service. Ms. Caruso said the program could be managed by Washington County or by an individual that would be hired by the City. The program would include neighborhood energy workshops, home energy in- spections, small business energy management and a variety of other energy related projects. If the City were to hire an individual to manage the program, it could be done at a very minimal cost to the City. However, 2 (' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 space would have to be provided for the individual. Mayor Abrahamson asked the City Council to place this on the agenda for the Special Meeting which was scheduled to be held at 4:30 P.M., Wednesday, May 27, 1987. Finance Director Caruso requested the cancellation of the computer program- ming agreement with Owatonna Computer Service, Inc. and to enter into an agreement with Dennis Watson. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to cancel the Computer Programming Agreement with Owatonna Computer Services, Inc. and to enter into an agreement with Dennis Watson of Owatonna, Minnesota. (All in favor) 2. Public Safety Public Safety Director Mawhorter requested "No Parking" signs for West Hancock St. near the Stillwater Sr. High School. Mr. Mawhorter said that he had contacted most of the property owners in the area and they were in favor of the "No Parking" signs. r Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember the appropriate resolution establishing "No Parking" zone on West Hancock St. from South Sixth St. to South Holcombe St. 7750) Farrell to adopt the south side of (Resolution No. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Mr. Mawhorter requested a budget amendment to the 1987 budget for the cost of winter parkas that were ordered during 1986, but were not received until after January 1, 1987. Mr. Mawhorter said that without the budget amendment his budget for 1987 would appear to be overspent. Ms. Caruso said that she would prefer not amending budgets for this type of situation because it could involve a considerable amount of work tracking and record- ing expenditures of a similar nature. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Mayor Abrahamson budget amendment to the Police Dept. budget for winter parkas. Nays - 3, Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, and Opheim.) to deny the (Ayes - 2; Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the budget amendment to the Police Dept. budget for winter parkas. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmember Bodlovick and Mayor Abrahamson.) Mr. Mawhorter requested the hiring of an additional Police Officer effec- tive June 16, 1987 instead of July 1, 1987 as originally placed in the r 3 (" Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 budget. Mr. Mawhorter said that he would recommend the hiring of Leslie Wardell. Mayor Abrahamson said that he was opposed to the hiring of an additional officer at this time because of anticipated budget problems. Councilmember Farrell said the City Council recently approved the hiring of a Secretary for the Administrative Dept. and if there were budget pro- blems he would hope that the City Council would consider across the board adjustments and not single out anyone Department. Councilmember Bodlovick said that the Council does not have to approve an item just be- cause it was in the budget which was set in the fall of last year and fur- ther thought the Public Safety Dept. was adequately staffed based on the size of Stillwater. Councilmember Kimble said that many factors besides population determine Public Safety staffing requirements. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Leslie Wardell as a full-time Patrol Officer effective June 16, 1987 at a starting salary of $1,857.10 per month. (Resolution No. 7751) ("'" Ayes - Councilmembers Farrell, Kimble, and Opheim Nays - Councilmember Bodlovick and Mayor Abrahamson. 3. Parks & Recreation - Director Blekum requested the hiring of four lifeguards. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution employing the following persons as Lifeguards effective June I, 1987 at the stated salaries: (Resolution No. 7752) Sue Pearson Kathy Cina Sarah Howard Betsy Pfleger Monica Buberl Megan Arney $5.50 per hour 4.50 per hour 4.25 per hour 4.25 per hour 5.25 per hour 4.25 per hour Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to ap- prove a Permit to Consume for Scott Laxton for a wedding reception in Pioneer Park on August 15, 1987, 2:00 - 9:00 P.M. (All in favor) r Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve a Permit to Consume for the Staff of the Attorney General's Office in Lowell Park on August 21, 1987 from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M., provided a Police Officer is employed by the permittee during the hours of the event. (All in favor) 4 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 4. Consulting Engineers - Consulting Engineer Davis reported on his findings regarding the improve- ment of Poplar St. Mr. Davis said it appears that the sight distance for a 30 mph design could not be met by lowering the street as previously pro- posed without creating drainage and access problems. Mr. Davis recom- mended that the Public Works Director, City Attorney and he meet on the site to determine what other alternatives, such as barricading, are available. r 5. City Coordinator - Mr. Kriesel presented three change orders for work related to the Library Renovation project. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to ap- prove the following Change Orders: (All in favor) Dymanyk Electric - Increase of contract by $6,170 to $78,070 total contract General Sheet Metal - Increase of $5,528.00 to $73,691.00 total contract Capitol City Glass - Increase of $695.00 to $16,585.00 total contract Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the agreement with Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. for relocating telephone cable at a cost of $1,560.00. (All in favor) City Coordinator Kriesel reported that the City had not yet received a letter of credit for the Washington Square project. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to redeem the $60,000 Letter of Credit now held by the City of Stillwater if a substi- tute letter of credit in the amount of $90,OOO from Nelle, Inc. is not re- ceived by 2:00 P.M., Friday, May 22, 1987. (All in favor) Mr. Kriesel requested the hiring of a part-time Recording Secretary for various Council and Committee meetings. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble the advertising for the part-time Recording Secretary position. favor) to approve (All in Mr. Kriesel reported he had received a request from Michael McGuire, builder of the Stillwater Dock Cafe, to have the City pay the cost of r 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 watermain installation to serve the Cafe and assess the cost of $35,000.00 to the property. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to have the City Attorney prepare a Findings of Fact and legal opinion regarding assessing cost of public improvements when performed by a private contractor. (All in favor) NEW BUSINESS 1. First reading of ordinance annexing property surrounded by the City (Uehling Property) Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the first reading of an ordinance annexing the Uehling property to the City of Stillwater. (All in favor) UNFINISHED 1. Possible second reading of an ordinance establishing a Joint Parks and Recreation Board. r-' Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to table the second reading of an ordinance establishing a Joint Parks and Recreation Board until the June 2, 1987 Council Meeting. (All in favor) 2. Possible second reading of an ordinance establishing the Heritage Preser- vation Commission. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell for a second reading and approval of an ordinance establishing the Heritage Preserva- tion Commission. (Ordinance No. 664) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Consent Agenda of May 19, 1987, including the following items: (All in favor) 1. Directing Payment Ayes - Councilmembers Nays - None of Bills (Resolution No. 7744) Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. r-' 6 o Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 2. Applications: CONTRACTORS Orake Marble Company 60 E. Plato Blvd. St. Paul, Mn. 55107 Marble & Granite New & Ceramic Tile Installers Wayne Keiser Construction, Inc. Route 1, Box 1730 Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 Kraus-Anderson Construction Co. 525 So. Eighth St. Minneapolis, Mn. 55404 General Contractor Renewal General Contractor Renewa 1 n Dennis A. Miller 511 Cedar Drive No. Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 3. Approving on-site sewer permits for properties described as Lot 1, Block 1, Browns Creek Heights Addition and Lot 5, Block 1, Browns Creek Heights Addition. General Contractor New 4. Set Public Hearing date of June 2, 1987 for the following Planning case: a) Case No. Y/87-22 - Conditional Use Permit request for filling & grading a 2.5 acre site and riprapping the river bank north of Stillwater Yacht Club, Frank Aiple, applicant. 5. Application to Minnesota Gambling Control Board for the following: Sti 11 water Elks 279 E. Myrtle St. Renewal Friends of Youth, Inc. American Legion Post 48 103 So. Third St. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) Renewa 1 City Coordinator Kriesel requested approval of the contract between I.U.O.E. Local 49 and the City of Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to author- ize and direct the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the Labor Agreement for the period January 1, 1987 through December 31, 1987 between I.U.O.E. Local 49 and the City of Stillwater. {All in favor) ~ 7 o n r". Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting May 19, 1987 COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to have City Staff contact the organizers of Rivertown Arts Festival regarding problems created for the Parks Oept. and the City because of activity in Lowell Park. (All in favor) AOJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjourn the meeting at 9:54 P.M. (All in favor) Resolutions: No. 7744 - Oirecting Payment of Bills No. 7750 - Establishing "No Parking" zone on Hancock St. near Sr. High School No. 7751 - Employing Leslie Wardell as full-time Patrol Officer. No. 7752 - Employing Lifeguards as of June I, 1987. No. 7753 - Approving Agreement for Official Newspaper. Ordinances: No. 664 - Establishing the Heritage Preservation Commission. /J)a/J; ATTEST: JAu U(C~CLE~"- ~ .-./ ~~~~ MAY R 8