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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-01-26 CC MIN• 488 e COUNCIL CHAMBER Stillwater, Minnesota January 26, 1971 7:30 P. M. REGULAR MEETING The meeting was called to order by President Powell The invocation was given by the Acting City Clerk, Schnell Present: Councilmen Balfanz„ Lammers, Peterson, Wohlers and President Powell Absent: None Also Present: Acting City Clerk, Schnell; City Attorney, Kimmel; Public Safety Director, Abrahamson; Superintendent of Public Works, Shelton; Parks & Recreation Director, Blekum; Consulting Engineer, Elliott. Press: Roger Gratiot, Stillwater Evening Gazette Citizens: Dr. Fred xalinoff, John DeCurtins, Dean Charlsen (Civil Defense Director), Duane Arndt, Planning Commission DELEGATIONS OR INDIVIDUALS Mr. Dean Charlsen, Civil Defense Director appeared before the Council in reference to upgrading of the warning signals for the City of Stillwater. He stated that at the present time we have six sirens and they are of the three horsepower type and they do not do the job since they are not powerful enough. Also stated that the City limits have expanded and we need more coverage. On the test made two years ago only 35% of the people could hear the sirens and 65% experienced no warning whatsoever. The new type could be used for Civil Defense, Fire and Natural Disaster warnings. The smaller units would be moved to locations where they are not adequately covered by the larger sirens. The cost would be approximately 20% more than two years ago but at this time he has been unable to obtain the actual cost figures. The cost would be in the neighborhood of seventeen or eighteen thousand dollars and it would cost the city about $8,900 or $9,000 which includes the installation, electrical hook- ups, the relocation of the present sirens, the control panels - that is the complete installation. Mayor Powell stated that it was the recom endation of the Public Safety Committee that the Council have these sirens upgraded and that the Council went along with that feeling and he requested that Mr. Charlsen come back to the Council as soon as ho secures the prices and they could then act on it. Mr. Charlsen indicated that as soon as he has the figures he can make applica- tion for the government aid - the Federal government will pay half of it - there are no State funds available for this. Mr. Charlsen stated that he has given to Mr. Shelton the list of names of the people who had trucks for rent and pumps as we should be looking to the future and planning for a possibility of a flood this spring - anyway be prepared. • • (January 26, 1971 - continued) 489 • DUANE ARNDT, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 1. Councilman Lammers raised the question as to the apparent overspending of the Planning and Zoning Commission budget for last year and I find from the report sent to me from the Bookkeeping Department that all Jf the secretarial expenses were charged to the Planning Commission's budget and this is the apparent reason for the overdraft in the budget and this is something that you will have to consider if you want to have a verbatem recording of the minutes of the Planning Commission. The cost is going to be in oxcess of the budget for this year. At the present time we are without a recording secretary. The woman who had been doing it had difficulty with her pregnancy and had to resign and the woman she suggested has found another job. We are without a recording secretary and I would ask the Council that the City Clerk make inquiry to find a new recording secretary. 2. The Planning Commission had its organization meeting on January 18, 1971 and Mr. Duane Arndt has consented to be chairman for another year and John Condon is the vice-chairman. 3. The Commission has set up attendance proceedings and any member missing a majority of meetings in a four month period is deemed to vacate his seat or the majority of the meetings in the year. 4. Case No. 91-R for Thomas Evenson was considered for a sideyard variance and the commission granted the variance subject to an opinion from the City Attorney as to how to measure the setback requirements in terms of the particular lot. 5. Mayor Powell stated that Mr. Chandler of the Planning Service from the State will met with the Council and the Planning Commission on Thursday. February llth at 7:30 P. M. to give the City the instructions on how to do this work ourselves and that the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the State prefers that they work with the Council and the Planning Commission. 6. Discussion was held regarding the duties of the Planning Commission and it was felt that there should be a City Ordinance on the books defining their duties. On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Peterson the City Attorney was directed to update the ordinance to define the duties of the Planning Commission. 7. mt. Arndt reported that Mr. Don Carlson had stated that he was sending in his resignation from the Planning Commission. Discussion was held regarding a replacement and the Council agreed that a letter should be sent to Warren Bowe asking him for a recommendation of a person from the Chamber of Commerce to serve on this commission. PETITIONS There appeared on the agenda a petition fo+lreconstruction of West Rice Street from North Everett to North William Street but said petition which was to have been received by this date had not been received. Due to the fact that the hearings have been held on the street projects for 1971, it will be necessary to waive the hearing. On motion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Peterson the City Attorney was directed to draw up the necessary petition for this street and the necessary waiver. • 490 (January 26, 1971 - continued) • e UNFINISHED BUSINESS On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the date of February 23, 1971 at 7:30 P. M. was set for the hearing on Case No. 91-R Thomas Evanson - request for a side yard variance. On motion of Councilman Wohlers, seconded by Councilman Balfanm, the excavation Bond for C & P Excavating was approved subject to the approval of the City Attorney. (This bond had to be returned to the insurance company since there was no acknowledgements attached). DELEGATIONS OR INDIVIDUALS (out of order) Dr. Fred Kalinoff appeared before the Council regarding the improvement of Riverview Drive which was deltoid from the 1971 street program. Mayor Powell indicated that the Council felt this street. bat little use and that the property owners would not benefit from it. Dr. xalinoff stated that they would be benefited and that they would never pay for any other street. Councilman Lammers stated that when the Council viewed it they didn't think about the maintenance that the City has to do to ::eep up this street. There are three undeveloped streets in the area and possibly that some type of construction could be done there. Mayor Powell inquired if Mr. Elliott could have a report about including this in the 1971 program and come up with some figures and have a hearing. We would have to let the people know and then give them this information on February 9th. (Mr. Kimmel is to check out the resolution on this improvement to see whether or not this could be included in the 1971 street program): NEW BUSINESS None APPLICATIONS On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the following licenses were granted: Bob Eardley Builders Supply 6332 Oasis Avenue North, Stillwater General Contractor (renewal) Walter Wolf Marina Hy. 95 & 96, Stillwater Soft Drink License (renewal) COMMUNICATIONS From Twin Cities Area Metropolitan Transit Commission requesting permission to appear before the Council to explain & discuss their programs. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Balfanz the Acting City Clerk was directed to contact the Twin Cities Area Metropolitan Transit Commission to be present at the second meeting of the Council in February - February 23, 1971. From the League of Minnesota Municipalities regarding a program on WTCN=TV on April 4, 1971. • • (Januey 26. 1971 - co ntirued) Mayor Powell asked for volunteers to appear on this program and and Councilman Wohlers volunteered and the Council felt that the City Attorney and the Mayor should also be there along with Mr. Warren Bowe from the Chamber of Commerce. (Acting City Clerk to notify Mr. Bowe) CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT 1. A memo from the Public Safety Director and the Captain -Operations Chief, Williams submitting the resignation of Kurt Swanson from the Stillwater Volunteer Firefighters and requesting that the City send a letter of thanks to Mr. Swanson. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the Acting City Clerk was instructed to send a letter of thanks to Mr. Kurt Swanson of the Volunteer Fire Department. CONSULTING ENGINEER'S REPORT 1. Mr. Duane Elliott reported that there is a balance of $16,700.00 due on the Lily Lake Ice Arena project to the Peninsula Construction ;Company and that there is a total of $14,900.00 due to suppliers for the project which have not received their money from the Peninsula :Construction Co. He stated an inspection would be made on Saturday to check what needs to be done to complete the project by going over the specifications.'-'` No further payments are going to be made until after the 'inspectionand the settlement to the suppliers. 2. Storm Water Separation - applications have been sent in to Hud for the classification on a primary application and this application has been placed on file. Discussion was held on st;.ding a letter to the congressmen so that they are aware of our needs. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Lammers that the City Attorney and the Consulting Engineer and the Mayor and whomever they think should be included draft a letter to be sent to our Senators and Congressmen and to Mr. MacGregor and George Vavoulis supporting soma of our local representatives and state legislators. (The Mayor declared a recess from 8:55 to 9:05) 3. Discussion was held regarding sewer and watermains that will have an effect on the 1971 street program. Mr. Elliott and Mr. Shelton will get together on this matter and report back to tho Council. COMMITTEE REPORTS Public Safety 1. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Lammers a resolution was introduced awarding the contract for the concrete floor in the sub -basement of the Municipal Building to Larry LeTourneau for a proposal price of $2,050.00, for 2,500 square feet and the City Attorney be directed to draw and execute the contract. (see resolutions). e 492 (January 26, 1971 - continued) • 2. A memo from T. M. Gillen, Captain Police Reserve requesting confirmation of the following man for the Snowmobile Patrolmen: Delton E. Knrason 703 West Linu,n Street, Stillwater. Gary L. Moalter 717 West Linden Street, Stillwater Robert J. Reichow 1202 West Pine Street Rithard aeichow 519 West Olive Street On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the Council approved the appointment of Delton E. Knutson, Gary L. Moelter, Robert J. Reichow and Richard A. Reichow as Snowmobile Patrolmen. 3. On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Wohlers the Clerk made the first reading of an ordinarae adopting the Fire Prevention Code by Title. (see ordinances). 4. On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Wohlers a resolution was introduced establishing No Parking on the East side of Harriet Street from the South Line of Orleans to Everett Drive. (see resolutions). 5. Mr. Abrahamson called to the Council's attention a few of the figures on the Crime Report which he had distribute2, to the Council earlier. 6. On motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Wohlers that the Director of Public Safety instruct Ruba Jacobson to write overtime parking tickets. PUBLIC WORKS 1. The question was raised about the plowing of the City owned sidewalks and who is responsible for same. Mr. Blakum stated that he has been doing this with his equipment, but that the City had purchased a snowblower with the understanding that certain members of the street department would be able to take over this work with the new snowblower. Mr. Shelton indicated that he would relay the message to the street foreman and use the snowblower for this work. ADMINISTRATION 1. The Mayor indicated that there should be name plates in the Council Chamber to identify the Mayor and Councilmen and other officials at the Council meetings. On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Peterson that the Council confirm the Mayor's order for name plates for the Council Chamber. PARKS AND RECREATION 1. Councilman Balfanz reported that on Saturday, January 30th the Recreation Commission and the Council will inspect the prnject at Lily Lake. Discussion was had on the bituminous overlay surface for the Lily Lake Park. s • • (January 2E, 19:1 - continped) 493 • nx He presented to the Council a brochure on a tennis timer which copld be used at the park so that people do not monopolize the use of the courts. Mr. Blekum requested that additional help be hired when the arena is open. The employee would be a caretaker at the Arena during that season and then would be the caretaker at the bathing beach in the: summer months. 2. Mr. Blakum made mention of the article in the St. Paul paper about the water supply for skating rinks in the Fairmadows area and he stated there is a problem of getting water into this area. Mention was made about the budget figures for this department and the Mayor and the Acting City Clerk were to check this item out. CITY ATTORNEY No report I» PINANC!S On motion of Councilman Lammers, seconded by Councilman Mohler. the Clerk rode the first reading of an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE AOPTING A FIR$ FReVBNTION CODE PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE ANbflOpERTY FROM FIRE AND EXPLOSION AND ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION." ASSOLUTIONS The following resolutions were read and on roll call were unanimously adopted: 1. Directing the Payment of the Bills. 2. Awarding the Contract for the Cement Floor for the Municipal Building. (Larry LeTourneau). 1. No Parking Signs on South Harriet Street. ADJOURNMENT 00 motion of Councilman wohlers, seconded by Councilman Peterson the moetigg adjourned at 10:05 P. M. Attests_ ` ` Actilhg City Clerk Mayor This page was purposely left blank sines there were not suf. ieient pages for another month's minutes.