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Home My WebLink About1996-04-02 CC MIN 'f' r (' Regular Meeting 96-9 STILL WATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 2, 1996 4:30 p.m. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Absent: Councilmembers Thole and Zoller Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Community Development Director Russell City Engineer Eckles Police Chief Beberg Fire Chief Ness Public Works Director Junker Building Official Zepper City Clerk Weldon ", .. Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette STAFF REPORTS 1. Community Develonment Director - Community Development Director Russell reported that the Mayor had been requested to appoint a representative to the St. Croix River Planning Task Force, which will meet over the next two to three years to update the Lower St. Croix River Master Plan. He recommended the appointment of Katherine Frances, HPC member, because she is knowledgeable about Stillwater's historic resources and the importance of developing a plan and policies that preserve and enhance these resources. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to appoint Katherine Frances as the City representative on the St. Croix River Planning Task Force. All in favor. OTHER BUSINESS 1. 1 lpdate: St. Croix River Bridlle - Mark Benson, MN/DOT Project Director, showed a 14-minute video and presented an update on the St. Croix River Bridge crossing. He distributed TH Highway Corridor Aesthetic Design Guide, describing the bridge and bridge approach improvements. (" '-~- (' (' 2. Gerrard Realtv Com. - PrODOSed UBC site develQpment. Peter Gerrard, Gerrard Realty Corp., and project architect Lou Moran, SEH, discussed design plans and parking issues. He requested the City sell the UBC site for $600,000 and relocate the sewer main and water lateral. He requested direction from Council. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to direct staff to continue working with Gerrard Realty Corp. on development of a 74 unit downtown condominium project. All in favor. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to authorize expenditure of approximately $1,000 to prepare a report on the costs of relocating the sewer main. All in favor. 3. Prelijlplication req.uest for TIF assistance for reuse ofM'lPle Island plant for multi-use r.nmmunity r.ommereial buildini. Tom Bader find Chuck Heidbrink. ~nnlir.JInt.c;;. Chuck Heidbrink and Tom Bader presented a concept and layout of proposed entities for reuse of the Maple Island site. They requested pay-as-you-go TIF assistance. Community Development Director Russell reported that staff was directed to also work with other potential developers for the same site. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to direct staff to continue working with developers Tom Bader and Chuck Heidbrink as well as Mainstream Development Partnership on the project for the Maple Island site. All in favor. RECESS Council recessed the meeting at 6:10 p.m. cfr/~/ ATTEST:~ I~ CITY CLERK 'C r r Recessed Meeting 96-9 STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 2, 1996 7:00 p.m. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Absent: Councilmembers Thole and Zoller Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Community Development Director Russell , City Engineer Eckles Consulting Engineer Moore City Clerk Weldon Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Others: Ed Cain PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS 1. Ed CAin Lev-islative Associates. Ed Cain, Legislative Associates, reported that the Minnesota House/Senate Bonding Committee approved additional $350,000 for the Stillwater Levee and Flood Control Project. He stated that he anticipated no problems for passage of the 1996 Bonding bill before the legislative session closes this week. 2. Wally Lindell - Proposal for horse-drawn carriawe service. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to direct staff to develop a permit and establish conditions of approval for a horse-drawn carriage service, and return at the April 16 meeting. All in favor. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the Consent Agenda of April 2, 1996, including the following: 1. Resolution 96-77, Directing Payment of Bills. 2. Authorization to advertise for administrative assistant. 3. Resolution 96-78, Approving contract with Robert Hamble for Park Security. .C' r r". Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 2, 1996 4. Contractor Licenses - Baler Brothers Painting; Construction 70, General Contractor, new. 5. Purchase additional memory for computer - Police Department. 6. Ratification of proposal with Maxim Technologies, Inc., for construction testing services for City Hall and Fire Station building project. UNFINISHPn BlJSINESS 1. A wardine sale of Bonds. Series 1996A. 19968. 1996C. Ron Langness, Springsted, Inc., presented the information. \ Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing issuance, awarding sale, prescribing the form and details and providing for payment of $5,530,000 General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, series 1996A. (Resolution 96-80) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate supplemental resolution relating to $5,530,000 General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1996A. (Resolution 96-81) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Motion by Councilrnember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing issuance, awarding sale, prescribing the form and details and providing for payment of $1 ,41 0,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1996B. (Resolution 96-82) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing issuance, awarding sale, prescribing the form and details and providing for payment of $810,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 1996C. (Resolution 96-83) 2 'C' r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 2, 1996 Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 2. Dock Permits - St. Croix Boat and Packet Co. City Coordinator Kriesel reported the dock permit was the same as previous years and the Port Authority recommended adoption of the interim waterfront usage policy. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution granting the dock permit for St. Croix Boat and Packet Company for the period January 1, 1996 through December 31,1996 (Resolution 96-84) Ayes- Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmebmer Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the Interim Waterfront Usage Policy for 1996. (Resolution 96- 85) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 3. Lea'lC extension 8I!reements - Stillwater Yacht Club. Councilmember Cummings requested consideration of conditioning the lease to prohibit parking of vehicles and trailers in certain areas. Council directed staff to study parking issues on areas to be leased and return information at the April 16 meeting. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to table the lease extension agreement with the Stillwater Yacht Club to the April 16 meeting. All in favor. 4. Report: Lon~ L::.ke water issues. Ned Gordon, 2970 Marine Circle, and Lee Miller, 2962 Marine Circle, representing several Long Lake residents in attendance, presented historical information on high water issues and suggestions for solutions. 3 .C' r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed.Meeting April 2, 1996 Mayor Kimble stated several letters from residents had been received regarding the proposed temporary outflow ditch across Interlachen, with some in favor and others opposed. Louise Bergeron, Director of Public Works, Stillwater Township, reported that Stillwater Township will work in cooperation with the City for a temporary outflow ditch across Interlachen. She also stated significant flow originates from Baytown Township. Council directed the City Engineer to prepare a cost estimate for recommended scoping study, and to send a letter to the DNR requesting temporary outflow ditch across Interlachen and DNR participation in the study. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to authorize construction of a temporary outflow ditch across Interlachen Drive and installation of a culvert at approximate cost of $5,000 upon DNR authorization. All in favor. (Council recessed at 9:05 and reconvened at 9:20 p.m.) 5. Jnhn..on Court storm sewer study. City Engineer Eckles reported high water problems were being experienced at the Johnson CourtlStonebridge Trail Storm Water Outlet Pond and recommended a feasibility report be prepared to identify solutions. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Mayor Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution ordering preparation of report, Johnson Court Storm Water Improvement, for amount not to exceed $6,000. Ayes - 2; Nays - 1, Councilmember Cummings. NEW BUSINESS 1. Resolution AWrovini F.amest Monev Aifeement - Prime Site Incomorated. City Attorney Magnuson presented an agreement with Prime Site Incorporated modified to include provision that a binding contract for redevelopment must be executed by buyer and Rasmussen Millwork, d/b/a Colonial Craft by April 17 . Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution approving Earnest Money Agreement - Prime Site Incorporated. (Resolution 96-87) 4 'r' r' c (', Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 2, 1996 Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Mayor Kimble Nays - None COMMUNICATIONS/REOUESTS 1. Rod Pratt - Proposal for Stillwater Duathlon. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to authorize a DuathIon in the City of Stillwater, contingent upon approval of the Police Chief, and any necessary approvals of County and State. All in favor. STAFF REPORTS City Attornev - City Attorney Magnuson reported that the draft orderly annexation agreement is in the Council packet for Council review. Council directed that staff comments on the draft agreement be directed to Mr. Magnuson. City Coordinator - City Coordinator Kriesel presented a request from John Kraemer for a donation of U.S. flags previously displayed in downtown Stillwater to the Stillwater Area Senior High School for classroom display. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to authorize the donation of U.S. flags previously displayed in downtown Stillwater to the Stillwater Area Senior High School for classroom display. All in favor. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. All in favor. 5 (' r (\ Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting April 2, 1996 ~~ ATTEST: m~(.j~ . qITY CLERK Resolutions: No. 96-77 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 96-78 - Approving contract with Robert Hamble for Park Security No. 96-79 - Ratification of proposal with Maxim Technologies, Inc., for construction testing services for City Hall project. No. 96-80 - Sale of $5,530,000 GO Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1996A No. 96-81 - Supplemental resolution relating to $5,530,000 GO Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1996A No. 96-82 - Sale of $1 ,41 0,000 GO Improvement Bonds, Series 1996B No. 96-83 - Sale of$8 1 0,000 GO Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 1996C No; 96-84 - Granting dock permit to St. Croix Boat and Packet Co. for 1996 No. 96-85 - Adopting Interim Waterfront Usage Policy for 1996 No. 96-86 - Order preparation of Report, Johnson Court Storm Water Improvement, for amount not to exceed $6,000 No. 96-87 - Approving Earnest Money Agreement - Prime Site Incorporated 6