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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-02-09 CC MIN . . ~ - I'). -y - \.",,4 .."". '- o ....J . j COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota FebL~a~Y 9. 1971 7:30 P. M. REGULAR MEETING The meeting was called to order by President powell. The invocation was given by the Acting City Clerk. Schngl~. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Lammers, Peterson, wohlers and President Powell Absent: None Also Present: city Attorn~y. Kimmel. Acting city Clerk, Schnell: Director ~f public Safety, Abrahamson: Superintendent of Public works, Shelton: Director of Parks and Recreation, Blekum: Consulting Engineer, Elliott Press: WAVN - Mike McGrath Stillwater Gazette - Roger Gratiot Citizens: E. James Meister, Eugene Bartkey, Mrs. Robert Hooley, Mr. & Mrs. Darrell Sorenson, Donald Anderson, Dr. Fred Kalinaff, George lUtz, Charl~s Berg, Wendell Beardsley, Alexis Kraemer, Philip Simonet: Cadet Girl Scout Troop No. 36 with their leader, Charlene Kuehn DELEGATIONS OR INDIVIDUALS Mr. Lesle Waldroff, ~hairman of the St. Joseph's County Board and his committee appeared before the council in reference to the city owned property in Wisconsin as to what use they intend to make of this property. This committee was asked to meet with the council and the Recreation comm:i.ssion on Monday, February 22, 1971 at 7:30 A. M. Mr. Blekum briefly went over the specs and contract which have been worked up on this property and ga~e a copy of same to Mr. Waldroff for hip _!ltlJdy. CADET GIRL SC0UT TROOP NO. 36 with their leader Charlene Kuehn were present to observe the ~roceedings of the City Council. PETITIONS None UNFINISHED BUSINESS Improvement of Riverview Drive (Dr. Fred Kalinoff appeared before the Council on January 26 and requested that this street be included in the 1971 street program, and the residents in the area were notified that this would appear on the agenda this evening). Mr. Elliott st3ted that there is sufficient frontage on either side to keep the cost in balance along with the project. The price per foot is estimated at $10.80. He stated that the area does lack sanitary sewer, but it would require a pumping station. . 1 . . . '" ~Jreoruary ';I, J.';l/J. - con1:1.nueaJ . . Mr. Kimmel advised that this street could still be included in the resolution for the improvements for 1971. t The question was raised whether or not a street of a lesser quality would be put in and Mr. Elliott stated that it would be inadvisable for less than a five ton axel street. Mr. Kimmel stated that we could deviate from the nature of the improvement and that locking at the improvement as a part of the total package the Council could make a determination that only one side of the street was benefited and assess accordingly_ Councilman Lammers mentioned the fact that there are some houses that adjacent to the street and would use it and would not be assessed for any type of street improvement. Mr. Kimmel stated that if it is determined to be a benefit to the property they can be assessed whether they are abutting or not - the Council could assess everyone~ although it is not abutting. Mayor powell inquired the number of persons in the audience who were present regarding this street and the show of hands was six. Councilman Lammers stated that basically it is moreorless of a drive but yet it is a maintenance problem for the City. The question was raised about holding a special hearing on this project especially in view of the fact of making it something less than a $10.80 project and Mr. Kimmel stated that it would be unusual to do this~ but that it could be done. He stated that if a different type of street is to be built~ it should be a separate type of project. He also stated that within six months after the hearing~ the Council can order the improvement of a street and could order this project~ and even if they still want to go to something different, they could do that also. Mr. Elliott felt that it could be done~ but he was r.ot sure of the frontage on this street. Mr. Wendell Beardsley~ 1412 Riverview Drive stated that he had talked to most of the people and they are not opposed to the street improvement. He stated they are concerned about the cost of the improvement and the type of street and the amount to be assessed. He further stated that it should not be necessary to put in a 34 foot street with curb and gu~cer on both sides~ as the amount of traffic is not that great. He stated that they do not object to paying a normal amount~ or a fair amount to be arrived at. He questioned why North Broadway was also delEted as this is also a main- tenance problem for the City. If we are going to have a street~ all of this should be considered. He stated that if the City Council~ the Engineer, and the epople could go over this and possibly arrive at a satisfactory conclusion. Mayor Powell stated that North Broadway was deleted from the project at this time~ but that it does not mean that at another time in the future this could be included and improved. Also that other streets ~re deleted that were not absolutely necessary at this time. Jack Dielentheis questioned how far North they intended to extend the improvement of Riverview Drive since where it connects with North Broadway that portion is to be paid for by Mr. Thornton Simpson in accordance with the agreement signed by Mr. Simpson at the time he purchased this property on Riverview Drive. (See the agreement in the variance file for 1970). Charles Berg q~estioned the possibility of storm sewers in this area and Mr. Elliott stated that there would be surface drainage in that area. Dr. Ka1inoff stated that he is asking for the improvement of the street and also that the private road in that area is an easement that he gave to these people. He stated that when First Street is improved he will have to pay for it ann as far as Thornton Simpson is concerned he felt if Riverview Drive is improved he should also have to share in the :ost as he will be using it. ~ . ~ F':\ ... Cii# v " , . . . . . ".. (February 9, 1971 - continued) . i I Mr. Elliott stated that he would appreciate the opportunity to meet with these people outside of a Council meeting-it could be considered as a separate improvement but have the benefits of a larger improvement and this was agreeable to Mr. Kimmel. and the Council. (The date of February 17. 1971 at 7:30 P. M. was set for this special meeting in the Council Chamber). SNCJ'l LOADERS FOR THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS -- On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz the bid of Sherman Gordon for $12.00 for snow loaders was approved and the Acting City Clerk was directed to submit this bid to the Minnesota Highway Department. C"I NEW BUSINESS On motion of Councilman Lamters, seconded by Co~ncil.man Peterson the Clerk- treasurer's Report for January, 1971 and the Building Inspector's Report for January, 1971 was approved and ordered filed. h On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers a resolution was intr.oduced authorizing a "No Parking" sign on Pine Street, sixty (60) feet East of its intersection with Holcombe Street. (see resolutions). A discussion was held regarding the matter ox ordering of checks if the Council wishes to change banks in April and it was decided to wait until the matter of computerized service for this work is finalized. Mayor Powell stated that the matter of fire contracts was discussed at the Public Safety Meeting and the new mill rates for the Township~ would be proposed as follows: Stillwater Township Grant Township South Half of May Township 10 mills 10 mills 6 mills I On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz that the mill levy be set for 10 mills for Stillwater and Grant Townships and 6 mills for the South Half of May Township. APPLICATIONS From E. James Meister, 901 Fouth Street South for an "ON SALE" Liquor License. (oew, ... \-- The residents in the area were notified thkough the newspaper and the radio station that this item was to be considered this evening. Statements in opposition were given by - Donald Anderson 909 South Fourth Street & Darrell Sorenson 906 South Third Street & Mrs. Robert Hooley 915 South Fourth Street " They stated that Mr. Meister runs a good clean place and that they were not against Jim MeL-iter. They were concerned about the parking problems in the area. and their children walking to the grocery store and having to go by such a place that sells liquor next to a residential area. They also felt that there was not the need for such a license up on the hill .. 3~ . I . . . . 4 (February 9, 1971 - continued) . when there are so many placeci downtown. They felt they had no guarantee that the conditions would be the same in a few years, and that it might become just a bar and could not see the giving of a license in a primarily residential area. They further stated they do not want parking lots and didn't want a tavern up there. Jim Meister stated that he would not considar the taking out of the food and that it was the food that brings in the busine3s. He statec that Hooleys brings a lot more traffic than his place would ever bring in. He said these -same people were the ones that ran around signing a petition not to enlarge the parking lot. Mr. Eugene Bartkey stated that not every.one that goes into a liquor establishment goes in to get drunk. They go in to enjoy the food and they want a drink with the food. Mr. Louis Garavlia, Jr. also gave comments in favor of granting th~ license, as did Jerry Downs. Mr. Meister further stated that when you have a commercial area in the residential area you are going to have the boader line to contend with. He stated that if he was to close up tomorrow there would not be that much difference in the parking in the area. George Kutz stated that it has been zonee commercial for as long as he can remember and the area has been used for many different types of businesse~. He stated that the Council has so many licenses to issue and Mr. Meister meets all of the requirements. and that they are going to give that license to somebody. Mayor Powell asked for a show of hands of those that live in the area that were in favor and i.t indicated that there were 9 in favor and 4 opposed. The que~tion was raised about revok_ng the license and it was mentioned that there would have to be definite "riolations of the law to do this. Councilman Lammers stated that everybody has agreed that he has run a good place of busines and he moved that the "On Sale" Liquor License be approved for Jim Meister. C~uncilman Peterson seconded the motion. opposed) . {Councilman Balfanz was (The Mayor declared a recess from 8:50 to 9:00 P. M.) On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Lammers a cigarette license for 1971 was granted to David R. Carlson (Texaco Service~, 2nd and Myrtle Streets, Stillwater. (renewal). On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman wohlers a license "TO HAULt! over City Streets was granted to John R. Junker, 10975 Nort:'!ll Avenue North, Stillwater. (new) On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a General Contractor's License under Ordinance No. 448 was granted to John Mezzenni, 3516 Skycoft Drive, Minneapolis. (new). On motion of Councilman Peterson, s~conded by Councilman Wohlers a sign Erection License under Ordinance N~. 448 was granted to Nordquist Sign Co., 312 West Lake Street, Minneapolis. (ne1'/). COMMUNICATIONS From Headquarters 1st Brigade 47th Infantry Division, National Guard Armory, Stillwater requesting Annual Appropriation5. l r C\ .... 1 ~""" ~,^, l..J c..;- - '-' . . . . ,... III' I t') r'" 1'''1 = .. ~ w (February 9, 1971 - continued) On motion of Council~~n Peterson, seconded by Councilman wohlers a r,.:'soll.tion was introduced authorizing the payment of the Annual Appropriatiol 9 for the Stillwater National Guard Armory. (Council- man l.an..-:!.ers ' as opposed). (see resolutions). From NSP regarding Mun~cipal Water pumping Service and overhead Street Lighting Service. (nc1 actiL"''1). From Washington county Welfare liepartment regarding work Relief Program. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by councilman Wo~lers that the City Attorney contact the County and check if this is true that there is no cost to the city and then the department heads be made aware of it and use these men whenever needed. From Gene Bremer resigning from the Planning and zoning Commission. On motion of councilman Peterson, seconded by councilman Balfanz that Mr. Bremer's resignation be accepted with regret and that a letter of appreciation be sent to him. From MCGarry-Kearney Agency regarding Personal Injury Liability Endorsement for all city employees. on motinn of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman wohlers that the City Attorney check with ~Garry-Rearney Insurance Agency this coverage wh:':.ch was requested for the police Department to see what coverage we Gave in this particular case. From Mr. Kimmel to Mayor William Powell regarding the Cable TV Franchise of Dr. F. M. McCa~te". On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Lammers that the City Attorney write a letter to Dr. McCarten that the council is considering taking action on this matter and that we would like to hear from him by the next Council meeting which is February 23. 1971 as to whether or not he is interested in p~uau- ing this frandise as there appears to be no immediate prl.lgress: or desire on his part. Also that it is the intention of the coun~il to revoke the franchise if he does not show at our next Council meeting. CITY ADMINISTEU\TOR'S REPORT 1. The matter of an individual to act as a legislative lia8ion for cities over 10,000 was brolght to the Council's attention. but no one was appointed to serve ~s such a representative at this time. CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT 1. Construction of the Main Street and Willard Street Stairs Mayor powell read a letter from Howard Albertson about the possibility of reatoring the Chestnut Street Stairs. Discussion followed on the various stairs within the city. On motion of Councilman Wohlers. seconded by Councilman Lammers the Public Works Department was directed to tear out the Martha Street Stairs and abandon same. 5 . . . . . 6 . 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. r 8. (February 9, 1971 - continued) On motion of Council"~n Lammers, seconded by Councilman Peterson the Banister Engineering Co. was authorized to prepare the preliminary study and assessed area for the reconatruction or restoration of the Main Street and Willard Street stairs. (councilman wohlers opposed). 2. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Lammers, a resolution was introduced approving the payment of Estimate No. 3 for the Olsen construction Company for the Lily Lake Area Project in the amount of $8,830.80. (see resolutions - Directing the payment of Bills). 3. A discussion was held regarding the amount ow:.ng to struction Company. Mr. Pattee has approved Estimate work has not been completed. peninsula Con- N;>. 3 but the On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by councilman Wohlers Mr. Elliott was directed to have Mr. Pattee present at the next regular meeting of the Council on February 23, 1971. On motion of Councilman Wohlers, secondbd by Councilman Peterson that the City Attorney write a letter to the Peninsula Construction company with a copy to the bonding company advising them that we are withholding payment and will not make payment until they have completed the work on the project and give them ten days to take care of the matter. 4. Mr. Elliott stated that he will be ready to report on the utilities in connection with the 1971 street program at the next regular meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC SAFETY 1. The police Department will issue fix-it tickets for city vehicles when the need arises. 2. All orders for clea~ing materials, (tissues, towels, etc.) will be ordered by Stan Larson the custodian and withdrawn from Stan Larson. The matter of PERA time which is needed for Louis Garavalia was discussed and the length of time that he will have to work to collect was referred to the Mayor and Acting City Clerk to check out. Chief Abrahamson will secure job classifications from the City of Duluth which is used in St. Louis county. The Public Works Department was requested to plow around the Ice Arena Building in the future. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers a speaker phone for the alarm room at a cost of $7.50 per month plus $25.00 installation was approved. The matter of the leak in the fire department roof and the tile in the bath in the fire department was discussed but no action taken. The matter of snow plowing was discussed and Mr. Shelton stated that they are undermanned. The matter of making snow emergency routes was dis- cussed. It was decided that this should be taken care of at the next Public Works committee meeting about plowing the hills during snow storms. r ("\ ... ...- r' ~ ... c - '-' . . . . . ,... ~ I ~ ,. ~ = .. ~ w (February 9, 1971 - continued) PUBLIC wORKS 1. Mr. Shelton reported that they had a number have all bean taken care of now and all the operation. of breakdowns but they equipment is again in 2. Discussion was held on the combining of the Sanitation and Street Departments. ADMINISTRATION 1. The matter of a new ad for the City Coordinator will be taken care of at a special meeting of this committee chis wepk. 2~ Answer the resumes that have been received a letter to be drafted. 3. The matter of salary increases for the girls in the bookkeeping office will be considered at a special meeting and reccmmendation made to the full council. 4. The matter of the project with the school district was discussed. This program was presented at a speci~l meeting of the Council on February 2nd by Dave Knefelkamp. The Administrative Conwittee will ~he~k to see how the budget can stand the increase by usiLj these students. It was suggested that this be done and that they have a report for the council at the next meeting. 5. Discussion was held on the exclusion of a part of Grant Township from our Fire Contract. pARJCS AND RECREATION 1. The matter of a gas operated Infra-red type heater for the spectator area of the Ice Arena was considered. 2. ~x. Balfanz reported on the charges for Ice Time which would be $25.00 per hour for the School District and the St. croix valley Hockey Association, and $40.00 per hour for outsiders. Family Membership for Free Skating $25.00 per season (10 hours per week - 260 hours per season) (~mounts to lO~ per person per hour Non-residents would be $51.50 or 20~ per hour person. Without membership - $1.00 per person. 25(l per person for swimming (Red Cross swimmers in the morning would not be charged) proposed memberships would be sold at the City Hall. Mayor Powell requested that the full Co~ncil be available for the next Recreation commission meeting on February 22, 1971 at 7;30 P. M. 3. The Commission has requested a full-time caretaker at $600.00 per month on a six day per week basis. Mr. Ble~~ was directed to set out his duties and when the Council has received this information they will consider this matter. 4. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the Council approved the specs on two outside backstops, standards, and baskets with all fittings for the Lily Lake Park for a price of $245.00. 7 . . . 8 . (February 9. 1971 - continued) CITY ATTORNEY'b REPORT 1. The matter of advertisi~g for the use of the property across the river was discussed and Mr. Kimmel reported that he had a list of people he obtained from the Federal park pe~ple and that there is an associa- tion in the State of Minnesota of Campground owners and an Organization of Recreation Vehicles. He suggested the use of a form letter indicating the amount of property we have available, type of property, and suggest that specifications could be obtained from the city Clerk of the city of Stillwater and set a deadline when bids will have to be returned a He would suggest at least 90 days and also there could be publicity in the Stil~water Gazette and the St. paulfaPfti will report further on this matter on February 23rd. 2. Mr. Kimmel is working on the zoning ordinance which will have a fee for rezoning, special use permts and clarifying some of these procedures and the activities of the Planning commission. Also the number of members for the commission was discussed. 3. The matter of publications of resolutions and ordinances was discussed at budget time, and he stated that the Charter commission has to recommend Buch a change and that he had talked with Mr. AJ. Ranum, Chairman of the Charter commission and they will be mP.eting on wednesday, February 17th and would take care of this matter. 4. Mr. Kimmel briefly mentioned the appeals on the land condemanations on pine Tree Trail and he suggested that we offer a compromise on the Benson appeal to deduct the amount of what his assessment would have b~en and offer to pay the balance and the council indicated he should do whatever he can on these matters and report to the council later. MISCELLAN!!OUS 1. Mayor powell announced that there will be a meeting of the Planning Com.ission and the council at 7:30 P. M., Thursday, February 11th with the Office of urban Planning on our planning for urban Renewal. 2. February 18, 1971 at 7:30 Mr. Anderson from the State LOW Rent Housing will meet with the council. 3. on motion of councilman Peterson, seconded by councilffian Lammers that the secretary be directed to pleesent abbreviated minutes of the council meeting with important statements included. 4. On motion of councilman Lammers, seconded by councilman Peterson that a letter be sent to the Metropolitan council stating that the ~ity of Stillwater supports the recommendation of the League of Minnesota Muncipalities on Housing policies, system plan and program for the ~tropolitan Area. ORDINANCES On motion of councilman wohlers, seconded by councilman Balfanz the Clerk made the second reading of an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A FIRE PREVENTION CODE PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE AND EXPI,OS ION AND ES'l'ABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION." The ordinance was read section by section followed by roll call after e~ch section and all members of the council voted in the affirmative. The chair then put the question, "Shall this ordinance pass'?' and on roll call the ordinance was unanimously adopted. r r - ~, . . ~-" -' u ~ "-' . . (February 9. 1971 - continued) . ,... .. I RESOLUTIONS T~e following resolutions were read and were on roll call unanimously adopted: 1. Directing the Payment of Bills (Including Estimate No. 3 Olse.1 construction co.). 2. No Parking Sigh on Pine Street. East of Holcombe Street. 3. Approprjating Funds to Stillwater Armory Board. (Councilman Lammers Opposed. r:-, ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Wahlers, seconded by Councilman Lammers the meeting adjourned at 11:55 P. M. ,. ':J!fI g)~~~~ Mayor Attest, ?!f~~"e &~.(~ J Ac ng City Clerk = " ~::, .. 4W 9 . . . .