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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-08-15 CC MIN CITY OF STILLWATER CITY COUNCn. MEETING NO. 00-17 August 15, 2000 REGULAR MEETING 7:00P.M. Acting Mayor Cummings called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Present: Absent: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Zoller Councilmember Thole and Mayor Kimble Also present: City Administrator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson City Engineer Eckles Community Development Director Russell Police ChiefDauffenbach Fire Chief Kallestad City Clerk Ward Press: Julie Kink, Courier APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving the Regular Meeting Minutes and Executive Session of August 1,2000, and Special Meeting Minutes of August 8, 2000. All in favor. PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS Community Development Director Russell informed the Council that Mr. Brian Larson was not able to attend the meeting. Mr. Russell presented a new concept for the Lift Bridge from Brian Larson that retained the bridge as a pedestrianlbicycle bridge with the "lift" portion of the bridge permanently in the up position with elevators and stairs for use by non-motorized vehicles and pedestrians, therefore retaining the lift bridge as the historical focus of Stillwater. Councilmember Zoller asked if this is just a proposal. Mr. Russell stated that Mr. Larson is willing to put more time into it. He stated that Mr. Larson is presenting this proposal at a citizen's group meeting. Councilmember Cummings asked if any staff was attending the meeting. City Engineer Eckles stated that he has had conversations with the State about the meeting. He stated that he reminded the State of the City's concerns such as traffic in the downtown area, pedestrian safety, keeping the downtown integrity, and preserving the City's parks. Mr. Eckles also stated that he does not know if this proposal has addressed any of those issues. He has cautioned the State that the City has not taken any official stand on this proposal, but if it proceeds the City may want to take an official stand on the issue. Mr. Russell stated that this proposal would make Kolliner Park a tremendous resource to the City and that a future study would need to be completed to address the cost and funding issues should this become a viable proposal. City Council Meeting No. 00-17 August 15,2000 Councilmember Zoller stated that it would take some deep investigation to consider this proposal. STAFF REPORTS Community Development Director Russell reminded the Council of a Parks Board/Planning Commission meeting on August 21" to discuss an overall trail plan for the community and the Boutwell open space and Public Works facility. City Engineer Eckles stated that the 2000 Street Improvement Project and the Ravine project was awarded. The contractor will be starting by the railroad tracks on Monday, August 21 and a preconstruction meeting will be held on Thursday, August 17. The dumpsters will be removed in the circle area and NSP will be burying some lines. The project will take approximately two months to complete. Councilmember Zoller asked if the project would be completed yet this year except for the final lift. Mr. Eckles stated that was correct. One issue related to this project is the seeding by the Corps. It will be seeded in the next couple of weeks so that project will be essentially complete. The fence will remain until the seeding takes. The fence will be removed about October I or when the seed is stable enough for public use. Councilmember Cummings asked who would be responsible for watering the seed. Mr. Eckles stated that the Corps contractor would be responsible for establishing the seed. Councilmember Cummings asked what was the status of the downtown paving. Mr. Eckles stated that the heavy work is basically done it is just a matter of striping. Councilmember Bealka asked if the feasibility report is completed for the lighting project on Orleans. Mr. Eckles stated that he was hoping to have that report for this meeting, but they have been working with NSP on this issue. It would involve NSP taking over the system, which would reduce our monthly electrical bill plus have NSP maintain the lights CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to approve the agenda. All in favor. I. Resolution 2000-227: Directing Payment of Bills 2. Resolution 2000-228: Approving Ground Lease Agreement with United Postal Service 3. Resolution 2000-229: Appointing Election Judges and Fixing Compensation Application for Exempt Permit Raffie & Permit to Sell 3.2% - Church of St. Michael, Bingo, September30, 2000 4. Resolution 2000-230: Approving the Purchase of Televising Equipment for the Utility Department. 2 City Council Meeting No. 00-17 August 15,2000 5. Resolution 2000-231: Vacating Part ofPonding Easement 6. Utility Bill Adjustments Sewer Charges 7. Approval to Purchase New Computer for Police Department 8. Resolution 2000-232: Designating School Loading Zones at St. Croix Catholic School 9. Approval for HPC members to attend 20th Annual Historic Preservation Conference in Winona 10.Approval of Fire Chief Position Description for Volunteer Duties II.Resolution 2000-233: Approving residing bid for Lily Lake UNFINISHED BUSINESS St. Croix Valley Athletic Partnership - ReQJlest for financial SllPport City Administrator Kriesel provided information requesting funding support for the St. Croix Valley Athletic Complex. He reported that the City has a capital projects fund that would be a source of funding should Council decide to help in the funding of this project. He also stated that the Council has options such as not to fund it, fund it over a two or three-year period, or fund it in a lump sum in one year. Councilmember Bealka asked about contributions from other cities. Mr. Kriesel stated that Mr. Melvill was going to request funding from other cities but did not know how successful he was. Councilmember Cummings stated that he thought Afton, Lakeland and Oak Park Heights was contributing funding for this complex. City Attorney Magnuson reported that Baytown Township contribution to the facility was $20,000. . Councilmember Bealka asked how many children from Stillwater would use this facility. Councilmember Cummings stated that a study was done and that the proportional contribution is fair. Mr. Kriesel stated that the cities are being asked to fund approximately 37% of the project. Councilmember Zoller stated that he felt the City should support this facility in some fashion. It is a partnership with surrounding communities to work together to get some major completed. He stated that he was disappointed that the City didn't get some support when the City asked for funds for the sports complex from other cities. Councilmember Bealka was concerned about the amount of funding being requested. Councilmember Cummings supported the concept and the funding. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution No. 2000- 234 approving the funding for the St. Croix Valley Sports Complex and that the funding be $20,000 over a three-year period with the first payment being for the year 2000. 3 City Council Meeting No. 00-17 August 15, 2000 Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Zoller None Council member Thole and Mayor Kimble MulbellY Nei~borhood Park Proiect City Administrator introduced Gin Wilhelmson and Kathy Drinkwine of the Mulberry Park Project Committee. He stated that they are in attendance to request the City's assistance in the funding of the playground structure for the park located at the New Heights Charter School. This has been before the Parks Board and they have approved this project and that the school district is also in support of the project. Ms. Wilhelmson provided an overview of the project and proposed funding sources. She stated they have been working two years on this project. She presented Council with the overall plan for the park. She stated that the committee would accept any funding and assistance in the form of labor the City could provide. The approximate cost of the project is approximately $100,000 and the approximate cost of the playground equipment, including installation and shredded wood is $45,000.00 Councilmember Bealka asked if the committee about grants. Ms. Drinkwine stated that there is a team of persons writing grants to help with the funding of this project. Councilmember Bealka was in full support of this project. Councilmember Zoller stated that he didn't have enough information on the financing and how this would affect the priorities of the other parks in the City. He also felt that he is supportive, but felt that a decision should not be made until finances and priorities of other parks. Ms. Drinkwine stated that the New Heights School would do maintenance and upkeep. Mr. Kriesel stated that this committee has met with the Parks Board twice and felt that the board would recommend the funding. Mr. Kriesel stated that he recommended funding of $30,000, not $45,000. Ms. Wilhelmson stated that they are looking for funding of $30,000 for the year 2000. Councilmember Bealka expressed concern about spending money for a project south of the community and not for something in Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember CUDlffiingS to refer this request to the Parks Board. All in favor. Sale of81O Eaile Ridie Trail Parcel (Water Tower Sit!:) Community Development Director reviewed the history of this property that was once going to be used for a water tower, but now that the reservoir is being built in Settlers Park the City advertised the sale of this property. The high bid was $93,700. 4 City Council Meeting No. 00-17 August 15,2000 City Attorney Magnuson stated this property was purchased in 1979-80. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution No. 2000- 235 accepting the bid for 810 Eagle Ridge Trail and place the money in the Park Dedication Fund. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Zoller None Councilmember Thole and Mayor Kimble NEW BUSINESS Settin~ Date for Canvassini of Votes for PrimlUY and General Election City Clerk Ward provided the proposed dates that the Council needs to set dates for the canvassing of votes for the primary and general elections. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to set the date of September 13, 2000 and November 8,2000 at 8:00 a.m. for the canvassing of votes. Possible first readin~ of ordinance amendini Council salaries City Administrator Kriesel stated that the last time Council amended the salaries was in 1991 and if they wish to increase the salaries they would have to do so prior to the November General Election and become effective January 2001. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving the first reading of Ordinance No. 901, Ordinance Amending Council Salaries. All in favor. City Share of Lily LHke Weed/Aliae Treatment City Administrator Kriesel stated that the City has participated in the cost of the Lily Lake Weed/Algae Treatment for the past few years. The City has paid 60% of the cost because of its recreation uses, which amounts to $928.80. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember authorizing payment of the City's share of Lily Lake Weed/Algae Treatment. All in favor. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Abstain: Councilmembers Cummings, Zoller None Councilmember Thole and Mayor Kimble Councilmember Bealka Soccer Facility Use AiI'eement City Administrator Kriesel reviewed the agreement between the City and Alan Merrick's Soccer Academies, Inc. for the use of the field house at St. Croix Valley Recreation Center. He also stated that the agreement is acceptable to the Soccer Association. 5 City Council Meeting No. 00-17 August 15,2000 Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution No. 2000- 236 approving the agreement with Alan Merrick's Soccer Academies. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Zoller None Councilmember Thole and Mayor Kimble Councilmember Cummings stated that he has received comments that the walking path at the recreation center is showing unusual wear and that Mr. Kriesel should talk to Doug Brady about maybe changing the direction. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adjourn to executive session at 8:17p.m. ~ t! _ Richard Cummings, Act~aYOr ATTEST: . AJ('~"'L'~ Diane Ward, City Clerk Resolution 2000-227: Directing Payment of Bills Resolution 2000-228: Approving Ground Lease Agreement with United Postal Service Resolution 2000-229: Appointing Election Judges and Fixing Compensation Resolution 2000-230: Approving the Purchase of Televising Equipment for the Utility Department. Resolution 2000-231: Vacating Part ofPonding Easement Resolution 2000-232: Designating School Loading Zones at St. Croix Catholic School Resolution 2000-233: Approving residing bid for Lily Lake Resolution 2000-234: approving the funding for the St. Croix Valley Sports Complex and that the funding be $20,000 over a three-year period with the first payment being for the year 2000. Resolution 2000-235: accepting the bid for 810 Eagle Ridge Trail and place the money in the Park Dedication Fund. Resolution 2000-236: approving the agreement with Alan Merrick's Soccer Academies. 6 RECORD OF EXECUTIVE SESSION Date convened: Tuesday, August 15, 2000 Time convened. 8:00p,m. Time adjourned: 8:15p.m Members present: Acting Mayor Cummings and Councilmembers' Bealka and Zoller. Members absent: Mayor Kimble and Councilmember Thole. Alsopresenl' City Administrator Kriesel and City Attorney Magnuson Purpose of Executive Session: To discuss the following: 1. Possible litigation regarding application of Zoning code requirement 2. Possible litigation regarding non-conformance of conditions related to a Special Use Pennit 3. Appeal of assessments for Downtown lighting project Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to direct City AttDrney to proceed with enforcement of Zoning Code requirement for property located at 804 West Laurel Street. All in favor. Motion by Councilmember Cummings to direct City Attorney to proceed with litigation regarding non-conformance of conditions related to Zoning Code requirement and Special Use Permit issued to the property now occupied by Oasis Market, 2289 Croixwood Blvd All in favor Motion by Council member Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to reduce assessment for parcel No. 28-03-02-041-0014 for LI 341 - Downtown lighting project to 50% of original assessment. Ayes" Bealka and Cummings. Nays "0. Abstained" Zoller Adjournment Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adjourn at 8:15P M. All in favor. o/~ AIl",,-J/'J[( :I *<-~ City Administrator