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Home My WebLink About1994-02-22 CC MIN r SPECIAL MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES February 22, 1994 4:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Absent: Councilmember Cummings Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon City Engineer Eckles Police Chief Beberg Recording Secretary Schaubach Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Others: Don Wisniewski, Don Theisen, Todd Weiss, John Daly, David Eckberg, Phil Eastman AWARD BID FOR TWO SOUAD CARS n Police Chief Don Beberg reported that five bids were received for two squad cars. The low bid was from Polar Chevrolet for $28,848, and Chief Beberg recommended the bid be awarded to Polar Chevrolet. Discussion ensued regarding the next lowest bid, from Stillwater Ford, for $29,432, and the benefits of purchasing the vehicles locally. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving the purchase of two police squad cars from Stillwater Ford for the submitted bid price of $29,432. (Resolution No. 94-52) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None REPLACEMENT OF SERGEANT'S CAR Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve acceptance of the insurance company's payment of $5,600 and to authorize replacement of the sergeant's car. (All in favor) CONTINUATION OF DISCUSSION WITH WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS REGARDING COST SHARING FOR COUNTY ROAD 5 n Don Wisniewski, director of Public Works for Washington County and Don Thiesen, deputy director, met with Council to discuss the County Road 5 project. Mr. Thiesen presented a traffic signal review for the County Road 5 and pine Street (" Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Meeting February 22, 1994 intersection, and reported that the intersection does not meet the warrants for a traffic signal. Council also discussed cost sharing for the County Road 5 project. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution approving cost sharing with Washington County for the County Road 5 project. (Resolution No. 94-53) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve the agreement between the City of Stillwater and Washington County for cost sharing for the County Road 5 project, subject to the City Attorney's approval, and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign said agreement. (All in favor) ~ WORKSHOP TO DISCUSS LUMBERJACK DAYS Council met with Todd Weiss, John Daly, David Eckberg, and Phil Eastman representing a non-profit organization interested in sponsoring this year's Lumberjack Days. The organization requested exclusive use of Lowell Park from July 27 through July 31. The group also discussed proposed activities for the event, including the parade. Council agreed it would be beneficial to have a workshop with other local organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce, before granting exclusive rights to the park. Council agreed to meet on Saturday, February 26, at the Freight House. Dave Swanson, former parade chairman will also be invited to the workshop. RECESS Motion by Councilmember Kimble, recess the meeting at 6:00 p.m. seconded by Councilmember Funke to (All in favor) ~~:L ~ MA1"OR - -ft; . ATTEST: frT.~ LV. ~dtn.. CITY CLERK ~ r 2 o r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Meeting February 22, 1994 Resolutions: No. 94-52 - Purchase of two squad cars from Stillwater Ford No. 94-53 - Approving cost sharing for Co. Rd. 5 project 3 {' RECESSED MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES February 22, 1994 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson City Engineer Eckles Public Works Director Junker Consulting Engineer Peters Recording Secretary Schaubach Press: Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Others: Byron Doyle, Mr. and Mrs. Nord, Don Madsen, Brian Hirsch, Tim Sample, Tim Parker, Julie Larson, Mary Dwyer, Dan Fabian, Dean Hanson, r PUBLIC HEARING: NORTH WILLIAM STREET IMPROVEMENTS. L.I. 297 Consulting Engineer Peters reviewed the proposed project and the mock assessment roll. Mayor Hooley opened the hearing to audience members. Byron Doyle, 120 N. William, asked if the project was subject to a vote of the affected property owners. City Attorney Magnuson stated that the project was initiated by the City and will require a 4/5ths majority vote of the Council. Mr. Nord, corner of North William and Mulberry Streets, expressed concern because he owns a corner lot. Kathy Nord stated that she is opposed to the project. City Engineer Eckles reported on the pavement management program rating of this street. Mayor Hooley closed the Public Hearing. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the project and ordering the plans and specifications for the North William Street Improvements, L.I. 297. (Resolution No. 94-54) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None ~ PUBLIC HEARING: NORTH SHERBURNE STREET IMPROVEMENTS. L.I. 298 1 r Consulting Engineer Peters reviewed the project and Mayor Hooley opened the hearing to public comments. A resident of 118 North Sherburne commented that his taxes have more than doubled since moving to Stillwater nine years ago. Don Madsen, 202 North Sherburne Street, asked about asphalt curbs versus concrete curbs. Brian Hirsch, 304 North Sherburne Street, asked if assessments must be paid before selling his house. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble approving the project and ordering the plans and specifications for the North Sherburne Street Improvements, L.I. 298. (Resolution No. 94-55) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None PUBLIC HEARING: SOUTH SIXTH STREET IMPROVEMENTS. L.I. 299 r Consulting Engineer Peters presented the pr~ject. Dan Sample, 315 South 6th Street, stated that he ~s replacing his foundation, and will have trucks in and out of his driveway during construction. He was advised to work with the City Engineer to accomodate his needs during the construction. Tim Parker, 321 W. Olive, suggested that the reconstruction continue further north, to Myrtle. He also suggested a four- way stop at Olive and 6th Streets. Julie Larson and Mary Dwyer, 424 South 6th, asked about payment of the assessments. Dan Fabian, 326 South 6th Street, questioned the need for replacement of the storm sewer. Dean Hansen, 402 South 6th Street, stated he agrees that the road should be improved, but not widened. He does not want to lose his boulevard trees. He also stated that the limestone curbs should not be removed. Bob Vockrodt, 418 South 6th Street, sent a letter which was read by Julie Larson. He asked if the original cobblestone street could be restored. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the project and ordering plans and specifications for the South Sixth Street Improvements, L.I. 299. (Resolution No. 94-56) r Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None (Council took a 5-minute recess and reconvened at 9:00 p.m.) 2 r n n PUBLIC HEARING: WEST MULBERRY STREET IMPROVEMENTS. L.I. 300 Mr. Peters reviewed the project. Mr. Nord stated that he and his neighbors, the Oickinsons, were not notified of this hearing. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the West Mulberry Street improvements, L.I. 300. (Resolution No. 94-57) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to advertise separately for bids for sidewalk replacement for L.I. 300. (All in favor) OTHER BUSINESS Joint Meetino With Oak Park Heiohts - City Coordinator Kriesel reminded Council of a joint meeting with the Oak Park Heights City Council and Bayport City Council on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. Purchase of Comouter - Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the purchase of a computer for the Administration Department at an approximate cost of $2,000. (All in favor) ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m. (All in favor) OkL~<~ MAY ATTEST: ~Il>-tO:, /1)~d..dY) CITY CLERK Resolutions. No. 94-54 - Approving N. William St. improvements, L.I. 297 No. 94-55 - Approving N. Sherburne St. improvements, L.I. 298 No. 94-56 - Approving S. Sixth St. improvements, L.I. 299 No. 94-57 - Approving W. Mulberry St. improvements, L.I. 300 3