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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-09-20 CC MIN .~ REGULAR MEETING CALL TO OROER INVOCATION ROLL CALL INOIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS AGENDA STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL September 20, 1988 7:00 P.M. . STAFF REPORTS 1. Public Safety 4. Comm.Oev.Director 7. Fire Chief 2. Finance 5. Parks & Recreation 8. City Attorney 3. Public Works 6. Consulting Engineer 9. City Clerk 10. City Coordinator . PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Th1S 1S the day and time for the Public Hearin9 on consideration of a Variance & Special Use Permit request to construct a 24 ft. by 32 ft. garage (three stall) at 204 No. Third St., in the ROM. Medium Density Family Residential Dist.. Board of Water Commissioners. Applicant. Case No. SUP/V/88-43. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 9. 1988 and copies were sent to affected property owners. 2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing for the making of Local Improvement No. 249. Everett & Orleans St. Drainage (Brick Pond). consisting of the desi9n and construction of storm sewer and drainage system for an area located in the area of Everett Dr.. Harriet St. West Orleans & 5th St.. and Morningside Rd. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 9 and 16. 1988 and copies were sent to affected property owners. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. ReKard Development Corp. - proposal to save old Stillwater Bridge. 2. Possible second reading of Ordinance regulatin9 grading permits. 3. Possible second reading of Ordinance regarding a moratorium on the development of the Woodland Lakes site. NEW BUSINESS 1. Resolution regarding pOlicy on Minor Subdivisions. . 2. Approval of 1988-89 Firefighter's Contract. 1 . . PETITIONS, INOIVIOUALS & OELEGATIONS (Continued) CONSENT AGENDA 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7961) 2. Res9lution accepting work & ordering final payment for L.I. 220, Pine & C~urc~ill St. Improvement. 3. Resolution accepting work & ordering final payment for L. I. 242, W. Sycamore St. Improvement. 4. Applications (List to be supplied at Meeting). 5. Set Public Hearing Date of October 4, 1988 for t~e following Planning Cases: a. Case No. SUB/88-49 - Subdivision request from Step~en & Susan Russell for subdivision of a 41,788 sq.ft. lot into two lots of 20,025 sq.ft. & 21,763 sq.ft. at 1417 W.Pine St. in RA Single Family Residential Dist. b. Case No. SUP/88-50 - Special Use Permit request from Jo~n Ogren to construct 4-stall car was~ at "Minuteman/Fina" Station at 1750 So.Greeley St. in IP-C Industrial Park Commercial Dist. c. Case No. SV/88-51 - Street Vacation request from Swager Brothers, Inc. for a portion of Sunnyslope Ln.in Radle's Hilltop Add. in RA Single Family Residential Dist. d. Case No. SUP/88-55 - Special Use Permit request by Consolidated Lumber Co. to construct a thirty-three sq. ft. sign approximately seven ft. in height (from grade) at 808 No. Fourth St. in RB Two Family Residential Dist. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS STAFF REPORTS (Continued) COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM NEWS MEDIA ADJOURNMENT . . ~ REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINlITES September 20, 1988 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. City Clerk Johnson gave the Invocation. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim (arrived at 7:20 P.M.), and Mayor Abrahamson. None Absent: Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Comm. Dev. Director Russell Public Works Director Junker Public Safety Director Mawhorter Parks Oirector Blekum Consulting Engineer Moore Planning Comm. Chair Fontaine City Clerk Johnson Sara Flom, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Dennis McKean, R. Kilty, Mr. & Mrs. Stan Demoski, Gary Funke, Meg Heaton, Bob Weiser, John Jewell, M.Stenerson, Mrs. Grady Thompson, Shirley Tibbets, Dennis Sullivan, Bud Johnson, Joe Arndt, Bob Thompson, Jean Landkamer. Press: Others: STAFF REPORTS 1. Public Safety - Towing Contract - B & A Towing Motlon by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, to approve a towing contract with the City, as recommended by Public Safety Oirector Mawhorter, for B & A Towing, Inc. (Ali in favor). Block Party - Brick Street Motlon by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to grant the request of Mrs. Barbara Kraft, 404 So. Brick St., to block streets in a one block radius for a block party on Sept. 24, 1988 from 4:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. (All in favor). Seminar for Public Safety Director & CSO Officer Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the attendance of the Public Safety Director and CSO Officer at a class, 1 . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 "Managing Property & Evidence Function" at a cost of $750 on Oct. 24-26, 1988. (All in favor). . Purchase of Equi~ment for Police Dept. Motion by Councllmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to authorize the purchase of various equipment for the Police Dept., including a battery sucker, four police revolvers, five dash lights, and two hand-held portable radios for a total cost of $3,344.00. (All in favor). 2. Public Works - Stop Signs - St.Croix & William St.; Ramsey & Sherburne Streets Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the placement of stop signs at St. Croix & William St. and Ramsey and Sherburne Streets. (Resolution No. 7963). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None No Parking Signs - Historical Museum Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve "No Parking, Noon to 5:00 P.M., Tues, Thurs, Sat. & Sun.", signs for west side of Highway 95 near Historical Museum. (All in favor). 3. Community Develo~ment Director - Mr. Russell has dIstrIbuted a questionnaire to Council regarding next year's work program. 4. Parks Director - Mayor Abrahamson reported he has received complaints about overhanging trees near sidewalks in Croixwood. Mr. Blekum will check on this situation. 5. Consulting Engineer - No report. 6. City Attorney - No report. 7. City Clerk - Garbage & Refuse Waiver - Code No. 8-665 MotIon by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the Waiver of Garbage and Refuse Removal for Code No. 8-665. (All in favor). 8. City Coordinator - Bid - Painting Municipal Building MotIon by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to approve the bid received from Mark Lange, dba Careful Painting, in the amount of $1,975.00 for painting portions of City Hall. (All in favor). . 2 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 PUBLIC HEARHIGS 1. This IS the day and time for the Public Hearing on consideration of a Variance & Special Use Permit request to construct a 24 ft. by 32 ft. garage (three stall) at 204 No. Third St., in the RCM, Medium Density Family Residential Dist., Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant. Case No. SUP/V/88-43. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 9, 1988 and copies were sent to affected property owners. Mr. Russell presented the request to construct a three-stall 768 sq. ft. garage with possible variance to setback requirements. Dennis McKean and Jack Jewell, representing the Water Board were present to explain the request. Discussion between Council and the Water Boara representatives included the design of the garage and Council asked that they develop a design more in character with the period of the present buildings. (Councilmember Opheim arrived at 7:20 P.M.) Mayor Abrahamson closed the Public Hearing. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the request for Variance & Special Use Permit for construction of a 24 ft. by 32 ft. garage at 204 No. Third St., as conditioned and adding that Council review the plan before the contract is awarded, Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant. Case No., SUP/V/88-43. (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing for the making of Local Improvement No. 249, Everett & Orleans St. Drainage (Brick Pond), consisting of the design and construction of storm sewer and drainage system for an area located in the area of Everett Dr., Harriet St, West Orleans & 5th St., and Morningside Rd. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 9 and 16, 1988 and copies were sent to affected property owners. Dick Moore, Consulting Engineer, presented a report on problems with the intersection of Everett and Orleans Streets and the drainage into Brick Pond. He recommended four catch basins and a larger outlet pipe into the pond area. The cost estimate is $39,000. He also presented a mock assessment roll which states the cost to each resident in the area would be approximately $.05 sq.ft. Stan Demoski, 1307 So. Everett St., asked Mr. Moore if he had viewed the area after a rain. He stated debris gets caught in the grating and this is the cause for the problems. 3 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 . It was noted that a letter has been received from Carol Eastwood, 1311 So. Everett St., presenting history and her recommendations for the problems of drainage. Dennis Sullivan, 1315 So. Everett St., stated the problems stem from clogging of the drain. Bud Johnson, 802 Everett Dr., stated the maximum amount of assessment can only be the increase of value to the homeowners as it relates to the project. Joe Arndt, 1602 Morningside Rd., stated he did not receive a notice. He stated the whole group is against the proposed project and he is concerned about the elevations of the pipes. He suggested surface drains instead of underground piping. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Mrs. Grady Thomspon, 1316 So. Everett St., stated debris is not the problem. Council discussion followed and includec observations that the wrong type of catch basins have been used, this is a maintenance problem, that a larger drain is needed. Public Works Director Junker stated his department will cover the exposed pipe and clean the drains. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, to withhold ordering the improvement at this time. After further discussion, Councilmember Farrell withdrew his motion. After considerable discussion and citizen input, Council took no action regarding the making of Local Improvement 249, Everett & Orleans St. Drainage (Brick Pond) for construction of storm sewer and drainage system. Councilmember Opheim requested a report be presented to Council in the spring of 1989 after review of the problems in this area to see if the drainage problems have been alleviated. Council also stated other options be reviewed and studied. Council took a five-minute break and reconvened at 8:25 P.M. NEW BUSINESS 1. ReKard Development Corp. - proposal to save old Stillwater Bridge. Mr. Russell explained the background of ReKard Development Corp. proposal to purchase the old Stillwater Bridge and privatize it. He addressed the alternatives for the new bridge, consideration of keeping the old bridge . 4 . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 and concerns for costs and maintenance. The ReKard plan is one alternative for saving the old bridge. Richard Kluzak, representing ReKard Dev. Corp., and Kip Moore, Pres. of the bridge company operating the toll bridge in Fargo, No. Oak., were present to further explain their plan for acquiring the Stillwater 8ridge. They would like to make it a toll facility and charge approximately $.25 per car. They would like the City to assist them in obtaining the permits and the company would pay all the development costs. They would like to start the process of obtaining the bridge now. Extensive discussion followed by Council and ReKard Development involving the ramifications if the bridge were placed on the historic register, and St. Croix County's stand on the bridge. Council requested more information from the development company and also stated they would like to start their own study. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember 80dlovick to table the proposal to save the old Stillwater Bridge, presented by ReKard Development Corp., until such time as the City Council wishes to reconsider it; and the City Council will conduct their own study of the old Stillwater Bridge. (All in favor). . Council also suggested that perhaps the Downtown Plan could include this item or the next committe formed could include it. Council took a five-minute break and reconvened at 9:30 P.M. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. Possible second reading of Ordinance regarding a moratorium on the develo~ment of the Woodland Lakes site. Motion by Ccuncllmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, to have a second reading and enactment of an Ordinance, regarding a moratorium on the development of the Woodland Lakes Site. (Ordinance No. 687) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None . 5 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution, directing a land use study of the Woodland Lakes site. (Resolution No. 7964) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None NEW BUSINESS (continued) 1. Resolution regarding policy on Minor Subdivisions. Mr. Kriesel explained it is necessary to file a resolution with the Washington County Auditor-Treasurer's Office regarding the City Policy on Minor Subdivisions in order to properly record same. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution setting policy for Minor Subdivisions. (Resolution No. 7965) Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Approval of 1988-89 Firefighter's Contract. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the 1988-89 Firefighter's Contract. (All in favor). CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of September 20, 1988, including the following: (All in favor ). 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7961) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Resolution No. 7966 accepting work & ordering final payment for L.I. 220, Pine & Churchill St. Improvement. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrah?~son. Nays - None 3. Resolution No. 7967 accepting work & ordering final payment for L.I. 242, W. Sycamore St. Improvement. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 4. Contractors & Cigarette Licenses. CONTRACTORS General Contractor Blichfeldt Builders 1450 Frontage Rd. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Renewal 6 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 Mark Lange/Careful Painting 218 South Third St., #8 Sti llwater, Itl. 55082 Century Fence Co. P.O. 80x 100 Forest Lake, Mn. 55025 Painting Renewa 1 Fencing Renewa 1 Form Weavers, Inc. 210 West Oak St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Industrial Roof Maintenance 301 Laurie Court Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Jeffrey Jacobsen 3173 Spruce St. Little Canada, Mn. 55117 General Contractor Renewa 1 General Contractor Renewal Excavators New Kirkwold Construction Co. 13881 So. Diamond Lake Rd. Dayton, Mn. 55327 Maplewood Sewer & Water 1690 Engl i sh St. Maplewood, Mn. 55109 General Contractor New Excavators New Excavators/Septic Installer Renewa 1 Tom Rose Excavating 262 E. Cove Rd. Hudson, Wi 54016 Croix Oil Co. dba The Minuteman 1750 South Greeley St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 5. Set Public Hearing Date of October 4, 1988 for the following Planning Cases: a. Case No. SU8/88-49 - Subdivision request from Stephen & Susan Russell for subdivision of a 41,788 sq.ft. lot into two lots of 20,025 sq. ft. & 21,763 sq.ft. at 1417 W.Pine St. in RA Single Family Residential Dist. b. Case No. SUP/88-50 - Special Use Permit request from John Ogren to CIGARETTES 7 . . Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 construct 4-stall car wash at "Minuteman/Fina" Station at 1750 So. Greeley St. in IP-C Industrial Park Commercial Dist. c. Case No. SV/88-51 - Street Vacation request from Swager Brothers, Inc. for a portion of Sunnyslope Ln.in Radle's Hilltop Add. in RA Single Family Residential Dist. d. Case No. SUP/88-55 - Special Use Permit request by Consolidated Lumber Co. to construct a thirty-three sq.ft. sign approximately seven ft. in height (from grade) at 808 No. Fourth St. in RB Two Family Residential Dist. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Councilmember Bodlovick announced she is on the Task Force for the League of Cities group. Councilmemer Farrell forwarded a request for a sewer bill adjustment to Mr. Kriesel from LeNora Kleinhuizen, 2672 Hidden Valley Lane. This will be considered at the meeting of October 4, 1988. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) City Attorney - First Reading of Ordinance - Annexation of Perry Property Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to have a first reading of an ordinance annexing certain property to the City of Sti llwater (Perry property). (All in favor). Second Reading of Ordinance - Parking in Loading Zone Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councllmember Farrell to have a second reading and enactment of an ordinance amending the City Parking Ordinance in regard to vehicles allowed to stand upon any portion of an area designated as loading zones. (Ordinance No. 688) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None City Coordinator - Mr. Kriesel reminded Council of the Special Meeting scheduled for Thursday Afternoon, September 22, 1988 at 4:30 P.M. Mr. Russell reminded Council of the Public Hearing on the Downtown Plan scheduled for Wednesday evening, 7:00 P.M., September 21, 1988. Rescinding Motion Approving Waiver of Garbage & Refuse Removal (Code 8-665) Council rescinded the earlier motion regarding the Waiver of Garbage & Refuse Removal (Code 8-665) and directed further study of the request. 8 Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 adjust Resolution ofConmendation - Maureen Junker, Admin. Intern Motion byCOuncllmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Counc1Jmeml)er Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution, commending Maureen Junker, Administrative Intern, for her contributions toward Affirmative Action, Right-to-Know Act, and Data Practices this past summer. (Resolution No. 7968) AYes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None ADJOURNMENT MotIon by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 P.M. to Executive Session. (All in favor). Resolutions: No. 7961 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 7963 - Placement of stop signs at Sherburne & Ramsey Sts.; William St. & St. Croix Ave. No. 7964 - Study of Woodland Lakes Site for Development. No. 7965 - Policy regarding Minor Subdivisions. No. 7966 - Accept Work & Order Payment for L.I.220. No. 7967 .. Accept Work & Order Payment for L. 1.242. No. 7968 - Commending Maureen Junker for work. Ordinances: No. 686 - Amendment to Zoning Ordinance regarding Grading Permits. No. 687 - Declaring Moratorium on development for Woodland Lakes site. No. 688 - Amending the Parking Ordinance. dJc1 ~ ATTEST: ~ft ~~ CITY CLERK . . 9 . . !water SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 22, 1988 4:30 P.M. 1. 1989 Budget . a. Discussion of Tax Levy. b. Public Works Budget c. Legal Budget d. AdministrationlFinance Budget. 2. Fire Relief Association Pension Increase Request. 3. Any other business Council may wish to discuss. . CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER. MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 . . . SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 22, 1988 4:30 P.M. The Meetin9 was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Councilmember Kimble. Absent: Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Ma9nuson Finance Director Caruso ADOPTION OF MISCELLANEOUS ASSESSMENTS Finance Director Caruso presented the assessment rolls for street surfacing work on Third Ave. So., Hancock St., North St., North First St., and North Center St.; and for Diseased Tree removal work. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting an Assessment Roll. (Resolution No. 7970) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 1989 TAX LEVY Finance Director Caruso explained the proposed tax l~vy for taxes payable in 1989. The tax levy was proposed to be $3,005,816. This would produce a mill rate of 30.76 mills versus 29.07 mills in 1988 and a General Fund Surplus increase of $144,000. The Council did not take formal action, but each member indicated a preference of holding the mill rate to the 1988 mill rate level. PUBLIC WORKS BUDGET PubllC Works Dlrector Junker explained the 1989 Pubiic Works budget. Mr. Junker was not requesting any additional personnel, but was aSking for the sealcoating budget to be increased by $50,000 to $100,000. He also requested a new fuel pumping/recording system and a drafting table. SALE OF PROPERTY Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to sell salvaged lumber to Lawrence Rumpf for a bid price of $110.00. (All in favor) ADJOURNMENT Council adjourned to Executive Session at 6:23 P.M. 1 . . . Stillwater City Council Minutes September 22, 1988 Special Meeting Resolutions: No. 7970 - Adopting Assessment Roll. ATTEST: -<<J~ ~lcI~~r~ MAYOR 2 ~ REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 20, 1988 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. City Clerk Johnson gave the Invocation. Present: Absent: Also Present: Press: r Others: STAFF REPORTS Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim (arrived at 7:20 P.M.), and Mayor Abrahamson. None City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Ma9nuson Comm. Dev. Director Russell Public Works Director Junker Public Safety Director Mawhorter Parks Director Blekum Consulting Engineer Moore Planning Comm. Chair Fontaine City Clerk Johnson Sara Flom, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press Dennis McKean, R. Kilty, Mr. & Mrs. Stan Demoski, Gary Funke, Meg Heaton, Bob Weiser, John Jewell, M.Stenerson, Mrs. Grady Thompson, Shirley Tibbets, Dennis Sullivan, Bud Johnson, Joe Arndt, Bob Thompson, Jean Landkamer. 1. Public Safety - Towing Contract - B & A Towing Motlon by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, to approve a towing contract with the City, as recommended by Public Safety Director Mawhorter, for B & A Towing, Inc. (All in favor). Block partt - Brick Street Motion by ouncllmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to grant the request of Mrs. Barbara Kraft, 404 So. Brick St., to block streets in a one block radius for a block party on Sept. 24, 1988 from 4:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. (All in favor). Seminar for Public Safety Director & CSO Officer Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the attendance of the Public Safety Director and CSO Officer at a class, r 1 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 "Managing Property & Evidence Function" at a cost of $750 on Oct. 24-26, 1988. (All in favor). Purchase of Equi~ment for Police Dept. Motion by Councl member Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to authorize the purchase of various equipment for the Police Dept., including a battery sucker, four police revolvers, five dash lights, and two hand-held portable radios for a total cost of $3,344.00. (All in favor). 2. Public Works - Sto~ Signs - St.Croix & William St.; Ramsey & Sherburne Streets Motlon by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the placement of stop signs at St. Croix & William St. and Ramsey and Sherburne Streets. (Resolution No. 7963). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None ~ No Parking Signs - Historical Museum Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve "No Parking, Noon to 5:00 P.M., Tues, Thurs, Sat. & Sun.", signs for west side of Highway 95 near Historical Museum. (All in favor). 3. Community Develo~ment Director - Mr. Russell has istrlbuted a questionnaire to Council regarding next year's work program. 4. Parks Director - Mayor Abrahamson reported he has received complaints about overhanging trees near sidewalks in Croixwood. Mr. Blekum will check on this situation. 5. Consulting Engineer - No report. 6. City Attorney - No report. 7. City Clerk - Garbage & Refuse Waiver - Code No. 8-665 Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the Waiver of Garbage and Refuse Removal for Code No. 8-665. (All in favor). 8. City Coordinator - Bid - Painting Municipal Building Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to approve the bid received from Mark Lange, dba Careful Painting, in the amount of $1,975.00 for painting portions of City Hall. (All in favor). r 2 I: r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 r PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This 1S the day and time for the Public Hearing on consideration of a Variance & Special Use Permit request to construct a 24 ft. by 32 ft. garage (three stall) at 204 No. Third St., in the RCM, Medium Density Family Residential Dist., Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant. Case No. SUP/V/88-43. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 9, 1988 and copies were sent to affected property owners. Mr. Russell presented the request to construct a three-stall 768 sq. ft. garage with possible variance to setback requirements. Dennis McKean and Jack Jewell, representing the Water Board were present to explain the request. Discussion between Council and the Water Board representatives included the design of the garage and Council asked that they develop a design more in character with the period of the present buildings. (Councilmember Opheim arrived at 7:20 P.M.) Mayor Abrahamson closed the Public Hearing. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the request for Variance & Special Use Permit for construction of a 24 ft. by 32 ft. garage at 204 No. Third St., as conditioned and adding that Council review the plan before the contract is awarded, Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant. Case No., SUP/V/88-43. (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing for the making of Local Improvement No. 249, Everett & Orleans St. Drainage (Brick Pond), consisting of the design and construction of storm sewer and drainage system for an area located in the area of Everett Dr., Harriet St, West Orleans & 5th St., and Morningside Rd. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on September 9 and 16, 1988 and copies were sent to affected property owners. Dick Moore, Consulting Engineer, presented a report on problems with the intersection of Everett and Orleans Streets and the drainage into Brick Pond. He recommended four catch basins and a larger outlet pipe into the pond area. The cost estimate is $39,000. He also presented a mock assessment roll which states the cost to each resident in the area would be approximately $.05 sq.ft. Stan Demoski, 1307 So. Everett St., asked Mr. Moore if he had viewed the area after a rain. He stated debris gets caught in the grating and this is the cause for the problems. r 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 It was noted that a letter has been received from Carol Eastwood, 1311 So. Everett St., presenting history and her recommendations for the problems of drainage. Dennis Sullivan, 1315 So. Everett St., stated the problems stem from clogging of the drain. Bud Johnson, 802 Everett Dr., stated the maximum amount of assessment can only be the increase of value to the homeowners as it relates to the project. Joe Arndt, 1602 Morningside Rd., stated he did not receive a notice. He stated the whole group is against the proposed project and he is concerned about the elevations of the pipes. He suggested surface drains instead of underground piping. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Mrs. Grady Thomspon, 1316 So. Everett St., stated debris is not the problem. ~ Council discussion followed and included observations that the wrong type of catch basins have been used, this is a maintenance problem, that a larger drain is needed. Public Works Director Junker stated his department will cover the exposed pipe and clean the drains. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, to withhold ordering the improvement at this time. After further discussion, Councilmember Farrell withdrew his motion. After considerable discussion and citizen input, Council took no action regarding the making of Local Improvement 249, Everett & Orleans St. Drainage (Brick Pond) for construction of storm sewer and drainage system. Councilmember Opheim requested a report be presented to Council in the spring of 1989 after review of the problems in this area to see if the drainage problems have been alleviated. Council also stated other options be reviewed and studied. Council took a five-minute break and reconvened at 8:25 P.M. NEW BUSINESS 1. ReKard Development Corp. - proposal to save old Stillwater Bridge. Mr. Russell explained the background of ReKard Development Corp. proposal to purchase the old Stillwater Bridge and privatize it. He addressed the alternatives for the new bridge, consideration of keeping the old bridge r 4 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 and concerns for costs and maintenance. The ReKard plan is one alternative for saving the old bridge. Richard Kluzak, representing ReKard Dev. Corp., and Kip Moore, Pres. of the bridge company operating the toll bridge in Fargo, No. Dak., were present to further explain their plan for acquiring the Stillwater Bridge. They would like to make it a toll facility and charge approximately $.25 per car. They would like the City to assist them in obtaining the permits and the company would pay all the development costs. They would like to start the process of obtaining the bridge now. Extensive discussion followed by Council and ReKard Development involving the ramifications if the bridge were placed on the historic register, and St. Croix County's stand on the bridge. Council requested more information from the development company and also stated they would like to start their own study. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to table the proposal to save the old Stillwater Bridge, presented by ReKard Development Corp., until such time as the City Council wishes to reconsider it; and the City Council will conduct their own study of the old Stillwater Bridge. (All in favor). r Council also suggested that perhaps the Downtown Plan could include this item or the next committe formed could include it. Council took a five-minute break and reconvened at 9:30 P.M. have a for Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. Possible second reading of Ordinance regarding a moratorium on the develo~ment of the Woodland Lakes site. Motion by Councllmember Kimble, seconded by Council member Farrell, to have a second reading and enactment of an Ordinance, regarding a moratorium on the development of the Woodland Lakes Site. (Ordinance No. 687) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r 5 o Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution, directing a land use study of the Woodland Lakes site. (Resolution No. 7964) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None NEW BUSINESS (continued) 1. Resolution regarding policy on Minor Subdivisions. Mr. Kriesel explained it is necessary to file a resolution with the Washington County Auditor-Treasurer's Office regarding the City Policy on Minor Subdivisions in order to properly record same. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovlck to adopt the appropriate resolution setting policy for Minor Subdivisions. (Resolution No. 7965) o Ayes - Councilmember Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Approval of 1988-89 Firefighter's Contract. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the 1988-89 Firefighter's Contract. (All in favor). CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of September 20, 1988, including the following: (All in favor). 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 7961) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Resolution No. 7966 accepting work & ordering final payment for L.I. 220, Pine & Churchill St. Improvement. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovlck, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. Resolution No. 7967 acCeptin9 work & ordering final payment for L.I. 242, W. Sycamore St. Improvement. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovlck, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 4. Contractors & Cigarette Licenses. CONTRACTORS General Contractor Blichfeldt Builders 1450 Frontage Rd. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Renewal r 6 ("' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 Mark Lange/Careful Painting 218 South Third St., #8 Sti 11 water , rtl. 55082 Painting Renewa 1 Century Fence Co. P.O. Box 100 Forest Lake, Mn. 55025 Fencing Renewa 1 Form Weavers, Inc. 210 West Oak St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 General Contractor Renewa 1 Industrial Roof Maintenance 301 Laurie Court Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Jeffrey Jacobsen 3173 Spruce St. Little Canada, Mn. 55117 General Contractor Renewa 1 Excavators New ("' Kirkwold Construction Co. 13881 So. Diamond Lake Rd. Dayton, Mn. 55327 General Contractor New Maplewood Sewer & Water 1690 English St. Maplewood, Mn. 55109 Tom Rose Excavating 262 E. Cove Rd. Hudson, Wi 54016 Croix Oil Co. dba The Mi nuteman 1750 South Greeley St. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Excavators New Excavators/Septic Installer Renewa 1 CIGARETTES 5. Set Public Hearing Date of October 4, 1988 for the following Planning Cases: a. Case No. SUB/88-49 - Subdivision request from Stephen & Susan Russell for subdivision of a 41,788 sq.ft. lot into two lots of 20,025 sq.ft. & 21,763 sq.ft. at 1417 W.Pine St. in RA Single Family Residential Dist. b. Case No. SUP/88-50 - Special Use Permit request from John Ogren to ("' 7 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 construct 4-stall car wash at "Minuteman/Finan Station at 1750 So.Greeley St. in IP-C Industrial Park Commercial Dist. c. Case No. SV/88-51 - Street Vacation request from Swager Brothers, Inc. for a portion of Sunnyslope Ln.in Radle's Hilltop Add. in RA Single Family Residential Dist. d. Case No. SUP/88-55 - Special Use Permit request by Consolidated Lumber Co. to construct a thirty-three sq. ft. sign approximately seven ft. in height (from grade) at 808 No. Fourth St. in RB Two Family Residential Dist. COUNCIL RE~UEST ITEMS Counci member Bodlovick announced she is on the Task Force for the League of Cities group. Councilmemer Farrell forwarded a request for a sewer bill adjustment to Mr. Kriesel from LeNora Kleinhuizen, 2672 Hidden Valley Lane. This will be considered at the meeting of October 4, 1988. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) ~ City Attorney - First Reading of Ordinance - Annexation of Perry Property Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to have a first reading of an ordinance annexing certain property to the City of Stillwater (Perry property). (All in favor). Second Reading of Ordinance - Parking in Loadin~ Zone Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by ouncilmember Farrell to have a second reading and enactment of an ordinance amending the City Parking Ordinance in regard to vehicles allowed to stand upon any portion of an area designated as loading zones. (Ordinance No. 688) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None City Coordinator - Mr. Kriesel reminded Council of the Special Meeting scheduled for Thursday Afternoon, September 22, 1988 at 4:30 P.M. Mr. Russell reminded Council of the Public Hearing on the Downtown Plan scheduled for Wednesday evening, 7:00 P.M., September 21, 1988. Rescinding Motion Approving Waiver of Garba~e & Refuse Removal (Code 8-665) Council rescinded the earlier motion regardlng the Waiver of Garbage & Refuse Removal (Code 8-665) and directed further study of the request. ( 8 (' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 20, 1988 Sewer Bill Adjustment (Hamb1e - 920 No. William St.) Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to adjust the sewer bill for 920 No. William Street as recommended by the City Coordinator. (All in favor). Resolution of Commendation - Maureen Junker, Admin. Intern Motion by Councl1member Bod10vick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution, commending Maureen Junker, Administrative Intern, for her contributions toward Affirmative Action, Right-to-Know Act, and Data Practices this past summer. (Resolution No. 7968) Ayes - Counci1members Bod10vick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim & Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None ADJOURNMENT Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Bod10vick to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 P.M. to Executive Session. (All in favor). Resolutions: No. No. 7961 - 7963 - Directing Payment of Bills. Placement of stop signs at Sherburne & Ramsey Sts.; William St. & St. Croix Ave. Study of Woodland Lakes Site for Development. Policy regarding Minor Subdivisions. Accept Work & Order Payment for L.I.220. Accept Work & Order Payment for L.I.242. Commending Maureen Junker for work. r No. No. No. No. No. 7964 - 7965 - 7966 7967 - 7968 - Ordinances: No. 686 - Amendment to Zoning Ordinance regarding Grading Permits. No. 687 - Declaring Moratorium on development for Woodland Lakes site. No. 688 - Amending the Parking Ordinance. dJ~ ATTEST: hu..u~ ~ CIn LERK MAYOR r 9 RE<DRO OF I!:XECIJ'nVIt Sl!SSIOl'i Date convened: Tuesday, September 20, 1988 Ti.mG convened: 9:45 p.m. Tirneadjol,rned: 10:15 p.m. Members present: Bodlovick, Kimble, Opheim, Farrell and Mayor Abrahamson Members absent: None Also pres~nt: Cily Coordinator Kriesel, city Attorney Magnuson Purpose of F.~ecutive Session: To discuss Oak Glen litigation. Action taken: City Attorney dlrected to meet with Qak Glen Developer. Attest: /7/~!f .}' ~~L._.J) Citycoordin"-tor