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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-06-01 CC MIN . THE BIRTHPlACE Of MINNESOTA AGENDA STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING June I, 1987 CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS 1. Robert Sabes - Freighthouse Addition. 4:30 P.M. . OTHER BUSINESS . CITY HALL 216 NORTH FOURTH STIlLWATER. MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121 SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June I, 1987 4:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers 80dlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Press: Finance Oirector Caruso Comm. Dev. Director Russell City Clerk Johnson Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Bob Sabes, Jim Williams, Kevin Jacobson, Dan Kroll, Linda Hinz, Gayle Prest. Also Present: Others: FREIGHTHOUSE ADDITION . Jim Williams, Manager of the Freighthouse Restaurant, was present to ask reconsideration of Council's decision of denial of the Special Use Permit for addition of a deck and Caboose Kitchen to the Restaurant. He introduced Bob Sabes, owner, who explained some of the history in the development of the restaurant and further discussed his plans for it. He stated the caboose had been incorporated in the original drawings for the restaurant and explained how he obtained the caboose from Bandana Square. The caboose kitchen would serve those seated on the deck and stated no more tables would be added. Setback requirements and concern for parking problems were discussed. Council suggested part of the track be removed south of the proposed caboose in order to enlarge the parking lot. Mr. Russell explained the process followed by the Planning Commission and their concerns regarding this item. He also addressed intensification of use. Linda Hinz, owner of John's Bar, in downtown Stillwater stated a concern for the litter caused by people seated on the deck, such as plastic cups. Discussion followed regarding the right-of-way, and Mr. Russell will check with the State and have them check the right-of-way. Further discussion followed regarding the garbage problem in the area. Mr. Sabes stated he would try to expand the parking area and eliminate the garbage problem. Staff will contact the City Attorney to check on legalities of reopening the public hearing for reconsideration of the Special Use Pel~it request. ENERGY GRANT Ms. Caruso explained the energy grant, the costs it will cover, etc. Discussion followed regarding the City proceeding on their own in applying . 1 ~ SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June I, 1987 4:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim, and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Press: Finance Director Caruso Comm. Dev. Director Russell City Clerk Johnson Lee Ostrom, Stillwater Gazette Bob Sabes, Jim Williams, Kevin Jacobson, Dan Kroll, Linda Hinz, Gayle Prest. Also Present: Others: FREIGHTHOUSE ADDITION o Jim Williams, Manager of the Freighthouse Restaurant, was present to ask reconsideration of Council's decision of denial of the Special Use Permit for addition of a deck and Caboose Kitchen to the Restaurant. He introduced Bob Sabes, owner, who explained some of the history in the development of the restaurant and further discussed his plans for it. He stated the caboose had been incorporated in the original drawings for the restaurant and explained how he obtained the caboose from Bandana Square. The caboose kitchen would serve those seated on the deck and stated no more tables would be added. Setback requirements ~nd concern for parking problems were discussed. Council suggested part of the track be removed south of the proposed caboose in order to enlarge the parking lot. Mr. Russell explained the process followed by the Planning Commission and their concerns regarding this item. He also addressed intensification of use. Linda Hinz, owner of John's Bar, in downtown Stillwater stated a concern for the litter caused by people seated on the deck, such as plastic cups. Discussion followed regarding the right-of-way, and Mr. Russell will check with the State and have them check the right-of-way. Further discussion followed regarding the garbage problem in the area. Mr. Sabes stated he would try to expand the parking area and eliminate the garbage problem. Staff will contact the City Attorney to check on legalities of reopening the public hearing for reconsideration of the Special Use Permit request. ENERGY GRANT Ms. Caruso explained the energy grant, the costs it will cover, etc. Discussion followed regarding the City proceeding on their own in applying r 1 Stillwater City Council Minutes '" Special Meeting June 1, 1987 for the grant or joining Washington Co. There was concern for the City implementing their own program because of lack of space and staff support. There was also concern of joining Washington Co. because of lack of personal service in administering the program. Ms. Gayle Prest, advised that Council make Ramsey Action Programs accountable and to make sure the City receives mailings on the energy program. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, to join Washington County in applying to the Energy Division, of the Minnesota Dept. of Public Service for funding of an energy grant. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmembers Kimble and Opheim). Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing Washington County to apply to the Energy Division, Minnesota Dept. of Public Service for an Energy Grant on behalf of the City of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 7747) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None ADJOURNMENT ~ Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjourn the meeting at 5:50 P.M. (All in favor) Resolutions: No. 7747 - Authorizing Washington Co. to Apply to Energy Div.,Minn. Dept. of Public Service for Energy Grant on Behalf of City of Stillwater. ;)4 ATTEST: ~ ~ct~.L-~-'-' ~~ MAY R n 2