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Home My WebLink About1996-12-17 CC MIN STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 96-30 December 17, 1996 (" SPECIAL MEETING 4:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: CounciImembers Bealka, Cwnmings, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Absent: Councilmember Thole (arrived 4:20 p.m.) Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Community Development Director Russell City Engineer Eckles Administrative Assistant Cordes City Clerk Weldon Legislative Associates, Ed Cain Press: Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, The Courier (" 1. Consideration of continuation of contract with Lellislative Associates Ed Cain, Legislative Associates, Inc., presented Swnmary of FederallState issues in 1996 (Stillwater Levee Construction Project; new National Guard Armory; Interstate Bridge) and 1997 Government Relations issues (Stillwater Levee Construction and Flood Control Project; Interstate Bridge; Territorial Prison Site; and Hotel Tax issue) City Coordinator Kriesel presented a request for approval of supplemental expenses for Legislative Associates, Inc, related to the additional work regarding the National Parks Service's involvement in the Interstate Bridge issue. (on list of bills) Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka directing staff to prepare revised contract with Legislative Associates, Inc., eliminating the retainer provision with billing to be itemized by project, and returning to Council for approval. All in favor. 2. Update: Financinll of St. Croix Valllq' Sports Facilitv Information on expected revenues and estimated costs to construct the sports facility was presented. At a meeting of staff and the Sports Facility Commission on December 13, it was determined the fInancing gap would require an additional $110,000 per year over the next 20 years. Ron Langness, Springsted, Inc., presented a revised cost and cash flow scenario based on the numbers developed at that meeting. c 1 (' . r r Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adjourned to executive session to discuss issues related to TIF at 6 p.m. All in favor. Attest: ~~ ity Clerk 2 STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 96-30 December 17,1996 (' REGULAR MEETING 7:00P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Community Development Russell City Engineer Eckles c.t'1 Uc.-L-L w...,c:lo,.) Press: Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Julie Kink, The Courier APPROV AL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Zoller to approve the December 3, 1996, Regular and Recessed Meetings; Executives Sessions of March 19, 1996; October 15, 1996; October 29, 1996; and December 3,1996. All in favor. PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS r I. Denise Carlson, Stillwater Baha'i Community - Support of Human Rights issues Denise Carlson presented Council with copies of publications relating to world peace and recognized Council for its work in forming the Stillwater Human Rights Commission. CONSENT AGENDA. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to approve the consent agenda. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cwnmings, Bealka and Mayor Kimble Nays: None c 1. Directing Payment of Bills. (Resolution 96-295) 2. Purchase of two air compressors - Public Works 3. Hang Banner Jan. 25 - Feb. 8, 1997 - Catholic Schools Week 4. Taxicab License Renewal - Stillwater Taxi 5. Towing License Renewal - Stillwater Towing 6. Approving contracts for Official Newspapers for 1997 (Resolution 96-296) 7. Flood Hazard Mitigation Grant Agreement for Long Lake flood study (Resolution 96-297) 8. Permanent employment of Steve Wicker as Laborer/Maintenance Worker (Resolution 96-298) 9. Employment ofwarrning house attendants (Resolution 96-299) 10. Employment of Dan Crimmins as Laborer/Maintenance Worker (Resolution 96-300) 11. Authorization to start hiring process for one full-time and four part-time police officers 12. Purchase of skid steer loader trailer - Parks Department 3 (' 13. Approving compensation for City Coordinator (Resolution 96-303) 14. Change Order No.3 - A VI Systems, City Hall Building Project (Res. 96-304) 15. Proposal Request No. 20 - City Hall Building Project 16. Purchase of sewer televising system 17. Authorization to start hiring process for one full-time senior account clerk 18. Purchase of copy machine 19. Purchase of mail machine 20. Designation of Depositories for 1997 (Resolution 96-305) 21. Purchase of CD-ROM for IBM Model 320 computer - Finance Dept. STAFF REPORTS Finance Director Deblon presented premium options for worker's compensation insurance and requested Council direction Motion by Council member Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving retro-rated preniium option for worker's compensation insurance. All in favor. Community Development Director Russell informed Council the City has been awarded Tax Base Revitalization Account grant funds for asbestos abatement at the Maple Island site. City Engineer Eckles requested a special workshop meeting be held to discuss issues relating to annexation such as sewer service, utility routes, and fInancing. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to set special meeting for 4 p.m., r January 21, 1997, for workshop relating to utilities in the annexation area. All in favor. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Adopting Final Budget for the Year 1997 Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution 96-301, Adopting Final Budget for the Year 1997. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings, Thole, and Mayor Kimble Nays; None Motion by Council member Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller adopting Resolution 96-302, Adopting Final Tax Levy for the Year 1997. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings, Thole, and Mayor Kimble Nays: None 2. Approval of contract for Architectural Services for St. Croix Valley Sports Complex. c Council directed the contract be amended by removing liquidated damages clause and approval contingent upon fInal review and approval by the City Attorney. 4 Motion by Council member Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller adopting Resolution 96-306: Approving contract with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A. and StefanlLarson Associates for architectural services for St. Croix Valley Sports Complex, as amended. r Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Zoller, Bealka and Mayor Kimble Nays: Councilmember Cununings 3. Approval of construction manager for S1. Croix Valley Sports Complex. Community Development Director Russell requested direction to request a proposal from George Olsen Construction (GWO) for construction management services for the sports complex. Because of the tight schedule and experience working with George Olsen Construction (GWO), he recommended the City not solicit other proposals. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka directing staff to obtain proposal for construction management services from George Olsen Construction. 4-1 (Kimble- nay) NEW BUSINESS I. Request for "Fast Track" permit for construction of professional building. John Whitcomb, representing the project for marketinglleasing, explained the request. Staff recommended approval of a "fast track only" allowing the contractor to bring the building to grade, subj ect to adeq uate time for staff review. r Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller approving "fast track" permit for construction of professional building located at 2000 Washington Avenue, subject to city staff having appropriate time to complete reviews before issuance. All in favor. 2. Possible appointment to fill vacancy on Human Rights Commission. A letter was received from Karen Bergren, Chair of the Stillwater Human Rights Commission, stating the Commission recommended the appointment of Brock Christensen to fill the unexpired term of Amanda Harrington, who resigned due to heavy school and activity obligations. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt Resolution 96-307, Appointing Brock Christensen to fill the unexpired term of Amanda Harrington as student representative on the Stillwater Human Rights Commission. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Zoller, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None 3. Possible first reading of ordinance establishing moratorium on construction of PCS, cellular or page ~ antenna towers. c City Attorney Magnuson presented information relating to the 1996 Telecommunications Act as it relates to local zoning authority and recommended placing a 90-day moratorium on the approval of any requests for cellular, pager, and PCS towers until adequate conditions of approval are developed. 5 r r C' Councilmember Cummings noted a letter had been received from Max Thompson, AT&T Wireless, stating AT&T was currently participating with Washington County's process on these issues and requested participation in the drafting of the City ordinances. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Thole to approve the first reading of ordinance establishing moratorium on construction ofPCS and cellular or Page Antenna towers for a period of ninety (90) days). Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings, Thole, and Mayor Kimble Nays: None 4. Possible first reading of ordinance establishing regulations related to use of right-of-way of telecommunications companies and others. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to approve the first reading of ordinance establishing regulations related to use of right-of-way of telecommunications companies and others. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cununings, Thole, and Mayor Kimble Nays: None 5. Consideration of the purchase of2.78 acre Larson property located south of McKusick Road and west of Neal Avenue Community Development Director Russell reported staff had, at Council request, negotiated the purchase of four parcels of land bordered by McKusick Road, Neal Avenue, and the Minnesota Zephyr railroad line. He stated the offer of $50,000 had been accepted by Mr. Bob Larson. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Bealka directing staff to obtain reappraisal of 2.78 acre Larson property located south of McKusick Road and west of Neal A venue and return to Council. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings, Thole, and Mayor Kimble Nays: None COUNCIL REOUEST ITEMS Thole requested an amendment to the snow removal ordinance. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller approving the first reading of ordinance amending city code relating to snow removal. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Zoller, Bealka, Cununings and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None Motion by Councilmember Cununings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to waive payment of building fees for sports complex. All in favor. 6 ~TAFF REPORTS (continued) r Community Development Director Russell suggested Council appoint a working committee that would meet as needed to provide the architect input into the programming and design of the facility. He recommended a composition to represent the interest of the users and contributors. Council determined the composition to be as follows: (1) City Council; (1) Staff(l) St. Croix Valley Sports Facility Commission; (1) Hockey Association; (I) Soccer Association; (I) City resident; (I) Oak Park Heights resident(l) Representative from contributing organizations; (I) School District #834 for a total of9 members. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka establishing the St. Croix Valley Sports Facility Ad Hoc Committee to be composed of the following: (1) City Council; (I) Staff (I) St. Croix Valley Sports Facility Commission; (1) Hockey Association; (1) Soccer Association; (1) City resident; (I) Oak Park Heights resident(l) Representative from contributing organizations; (I) School District #834 for a total of9 members. All in favor. Council will make appointments at the January 7,1996, meeting. City Coordinator Kriesel requested authorization for the expenditure of up to $5000 for the demolition of a structure located at 2013 North Third Street. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka authorizing the expenditure of up to $5000 for the demolition of a structure located at 2013 North Third Street. All in favor. ADJOURNMENT r Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adjourn at 8:15 p.m. All in favor. ~ Attest: CQryi D" I.I),~J('--- Ci Clerk C' Resolution 96-295: Directing Payment of Bills. Resolution 96-296: Approving contracts for Official Newspapers for 1997 Resolution 96-297: Flood Hazard Mitigation Grant Agreement for Long Lake flood study Resolution 96-298: Permanent employment of Steve Wicker as Laborer/Maintenance Worker Resolution 96-299: Employment of warming house attendants Resolution 96-300: EmploYment of Dan Crimmins as Laborer/Maintenance Worker Resolution 96-301: Adopting Final Budget for the Year 1997 Resolution 96-302: Adopting Final Tax Levy for the Year 1997 Resolution 96-303: Approving compensation for City Coordinator Resolution 96-304: Change Order No.3 - A VI Systems, City Hall Building Project Resolution 96-305: Designation of Depositories for 1997 Resolution 96-306: Approving Contract with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A., and StefanlLarson Associates for Architectural Services for St. Croix Valley Sports Complex Resolution 96-307: Appointing Brock Christensen as the Student Representative on the Human Rights Commission 7