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COUNCIL CHAMBER
Stillwater. Minnesota
January 12. 1973
3:30 P. M.
ADJOURNED MEETING
The meeting was reconvened by President Powell.
present:
Councilmen Balfanz, Peterson, Thompson, wohlers and President
Powell
Absent:
None
Also Present: city Coordinator. Marshall. Director of Parks and Recreation.
Blekum: Director of Public works, Shelton: Consulting Engineer.
Elliott: Director of Public Safety, Abrahamson
Press:
Stillwater Evening Gazette - Roger Gratiot
~t. Paul Dispatch - James Broede
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. On rootion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers a
resolution was introduced "Ordering a preliminary Study and Feasibility Report
and a Hearing for proposed installation of sanitary sewer on South Fifth
street between olive and pine Streets." (see resolutions)
DELEGATIONS-INDIVIDUAI8
MR. ANTIIJNY HAAK, 215 West St. Croix Avenue appeared before the council regarding
the watermain installation in West st. Croix Avenue from North Fourth street to North
Martha and presented a petition to the Clerk in opposition to this improvement.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued)
2. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman T~ompson a resolution
was introduced "Ordering a preliminary Study and Feasibility Report and a
Hearing for the Improvement of East Mulberry street between Second and Third
Streets." (see resolutions).
3. Discussion was held regarding the possibility of financing the sewer
separation project solely from sewer revenues. Mr. Marshall and Mr.
Springsted are going to study this matter ano report back to the Council
on February 5, 1973.
4.
This was the day and time for the opening of bids for the purchase of a
truck for the Recreation Department. The following bids were opened at
P. M. by Mr. Marshall and Mr. Blekum:
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Bid No.1
Stillwater Motor Co.
Stillwater, Minnesota
Certified Check
Bid Price
$4.544.00
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Bid No. 2
Erickson Post Co.
Hwy. 212 & South 4th st.
Stillwater. Minnesota
Certified Check
Bid Price
$4,696.00
On motion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a
resolution was introduced "Awarding the bid for the Truck for the
Recreation Department to the Stillwater Motor Co.. Stillwater, Minnesota"
at a bid price of $4,544.00. (see resolutions)
NEW BUSINESS
1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz the
following change of Escrow was approved:
30,000
u. S. Treasury Bills
Yield--S.OS
Receipt 4/30/73
Trade date: 12/7/72
2. On ItDtion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Thompson a Surety
Bond in the amount of $5,000 was approved for David Junker dba Junker
Excavating. Stillwater. Minnesota. (renewal)
3. On motion of Councilman Pe;':C!rson. seconded by Councilman Balfanz a
resolution was introduced fo~ the employment of James R. Stevenson as
a Volunteer in the Fire Departl.'ent. (see resolutions).
4. On motion of Councilman Balfanz. s:!conded by Councilman Wohlers the bond
for the Orrin Thompson Development was reduced from $100.000 to $1.400.00.
(Wild Pines)
COMMUNICATIONS
From St. Peter's united Church of Chr..st "rih enclosed check for $100.00.
The City Coordinator was (,irected to acknowledge receipt
of this oheck and to put iame in the General Fund of the
City.
APPLICAT:IONS
On motion of Councilman Pete'.son. seconded by Councilman Balfanz the following
Contractor's Licenses were ~pproved:
Terry Kellogg
14241 - 56th St. No.
Stillwater. Minnesota
Masonry Work
(renewal)
Walter LaRoche
R. R. #3, Box l78-A
Stillwater, Minnesota
General Contractor
(new)
Richert Decorating
1123 South Fifth Street
Stillwater, Minnesota
painting & Decorating
(renewal)
Wayne L. Stephenson
1008 South Fifth Avenue
stillwater, Minnesota
painting & Decorating
(renewal)
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The susser company
1850 Como Avenue
St. paul, Minnesota
General Contractor
(renewal)
55108
On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz the following
Soft Drink Licenses were approved:
Skogen Gulf Oil
'lOa South Third Street
Stillwater. Minnesota
(renewal)
Orieon Walker
806 South Main Street
Stillwater, Minnesota
(renewal)
On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by COuncilman Wohlers the following
Cigarette Licenses were approved:
Orieon Walker
806 South Main Street
Stillwater, Minnesota
(renewal)
On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Peterson a Second Hand
D~aler's License was granted to Richard Slachta. 223 South Main street. Stillwater,
Minnesota. (renewal)
CITY COORDINATOR'S REPORT
1. There is some question regarding the inaccuracies in the plat of Radle's
sunny Slope Addition and if Local Improvement No. 113 is ordered then we
will have to order a new surveyor's plat for this addition.
2.
Mr.Marshall reported that the Council had a very successful meeting with
the Prison Staff and thought it might be wise to have the City sponsor a
panel to discuss some of these problems.
3. There will be a special meeting on salaries on Monday, January 15, 1973
at 3:45 P. M. to set the salaries for 1973.
4.
Discussion was held on the repair of Engine No. 5 for the fire department
and Captain williams explained the alternatives involved and recommended
that Firefighter David Colombo be authorized to do this work and order the
necessary parts needed.
On motion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Balfanz
Captain williams was authorized to have Firefighter David Colombo go
ahead with the repair of Engine No. 5 for the Fire Department and to
put same back in use as soon as possible.
(Councilman Thompson left the meeting at 4:40 P. M.)
5. On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Wohlers a resolution
was introduced for the employment of Margaret Knutson as secretary for the
Police Department for a six month probationery period at a salary of $440.00
per month. (see resolutions).
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6.
On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by COuncilman Wohlers the
retirement date for Leonard Kern, Mechanic was extended and the City
Coordinator was authorized to advertise for a new mechanic for the
City's Street Garage.
7. On motion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilm3n a resolution
was introduced authorizing the participation in the County Radio System
and expending certain funds for this purpose. (see resolutions).
8. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a
the council approved 'the transf_r of funds from the -Contingency Fund
to various accounts in the General Fund.
9.
On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz a
resolution was introduced concurring with the Municipal Commission and
the Council agrees to sit down with the Washington County Planning
Commission for future planning needs. (see resolutions).
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
1.
On motion of Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Peterson Mr.
Elliott was authorized to use the TV Inspection to check the infiltration
into the sewer system prior to the separation project, and this work is
to be done by plaunt & Anderson, Duluth at a quoted price of $893.00.
2.
Mr. Elliott, Jack Shelton, Ray Marshall, nick Blekum and Harold Kimmel
will work on setting up specifications and bonding for the sod work for
the 1973 street improvements.
3.
Mr. Elliott stated that the st=eet work will have to be done in conjunction
with the separation project and may have to go together on the bidding.
4.
Mr. Marshall was instructed to send a letter to Mr~ Haak regarding the
watermain improvement on West St. Croix Avenue.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PUBLIC SAFETY
1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, se~onded by Councilman Wohlers a
resolution was introduced approving a uniform allowance for the Police
Reserves of $75.00 after one year of service. (see resolutions).
RESOLl1l'IONS
The following resolutions were read and on roll call were unanimously adopted:
1. Concurring on a Municipal Commission's Recommendation
2. Approving Employment - Margaret Knutson, Police Dept.
3. Approving Employment - James R. Stevensen, Volunteer Fire Dept.
4.
Accepting Petition and Ordering preliminary Report - South Fifth Street
Sewer
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5. Accepting Petition and Ordering preparation of preliminary Report -
Reconstruct East Mulberry street.
6. Accepting Bid and Authorizing Execution of Contract - stillwater
Motor Co. - Truck for Recreation Department.
7. Regarding County Radio system.
8. Approving uniform Allowance for the Police Reserves.
AD.1'OtJPNMRJi !.
On mtion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by councilman Balfanz th'E! meeting
adjourned ~t 4:45 P. M.
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