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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-10-01 CC MIN r STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING October 1, 1991 4:30 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: Councilmember Opheim Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Consulting Engineer Peters Comm, Dev. Director Russell Fire Chief Seim Public Works Director Junker Public Safety Director Mawhorter Building Official Zepper City Clerk Johnson Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette n Others: Peter Racchini, David Heitmiller. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS Discussion wlth David Heitmiller Mr. Heltmiller, 426 So. Owens St., stated he has had several home robberies and incidents at some restaurants in the City. He has checked with the Police Chief and the Police Dept. does not have reports for all of the incidents. Mayor Abrahamson asked Mr. Heitmiller to stop by in the morning to discuss the matter further. Peter Racchini - Roof Replacement, Stillwater Fire Station Mr. Racchinl was present to explain the bids received. He recommends that a similar roof to the present one, only fiberglass, be installed. He stated the bids came in higher than expected because the roof drains will be moved and the conduit would require additional work. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting the bid of Berwald Roofing Co" Inc. in the amount of $48,871.00 to replace the roof at the Stillwater Fire Station. (Resolution No. 91-192) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None n 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Regular Meeting STAFF REPORTS 1, Flnance Director - No report, 2. Public Safety Director - No report. 3. Public Works Director - Check Valve for 2bU Deerpath Ct. Motion by Councl1member Funke, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the placement of a check valve at 260 Deerpath Ct. (All in favor). Road Grader Bids D1SCUSSlon followed regarding the bid vs, leasing process. This item will be discussed further at the evening meeting. 4. Community Development Director Appointment to Heritage Preservation Commission Motion by Councllmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve the appointment of Howard Lieberman to the Heritage Preservation Commission. (All in favor). rl 5. Consulting Engineer - Payment No.4 to Hydrocon for L.I. 271 & 273 Motion by Councilmember BOdlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve Payment No.4 in the amount of $22,862,93 to Hydrocon, Inc. for L.I. 271, Curve Crest Blvd" and L.I. 273, Highlands of Stillwater. (All in favor) . Payment No.3 to Johnson Bros. for L.I. 257 Motion by Councilmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Council member Funke to approve Payment No.3 in the amount of $682.649.39 to Johnson, Bros, Corp, for L.I. 257, Oowntown Construction. (All in favor). 6. Fire Chief Purchase of Six Rechargeable Lights Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Council member 80dlovick to authorize the purchase of six rechargeable lights, at a cost of $588,00, for the Fire Dept. (All in favor). 7. City Attorney - No report. to adop t stop sign at Willard n 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Regular Meeting o AYes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 8, City Clerk - Purchase of Microfilm Reader/Printer Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize the purchase of a microfilm reader/printer at a cost of $2,348 for City Hall. (All in favor). COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Separation of Police & Fire De~ts. Councilmember Funke lnitlated iscussion of separating the Police and Fire Departments and eliminating the Public Safety Director position, Discussion included that this move could possibly result in a future cost savings and also giving more thought to the decision so as not to move hastily. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate Resolution separating the Police and Fire Depts, and eliminating the position of Public Safety Director. (Resolution No. 91-194) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Funke and Mayor Abrahamson, Nays - Councilmember Farrell 9. City Coordinator - D1Scussion of Parking Enforcement Officer Position Mr. Kriesel lnitlated discussion of Ms. Capuzzl'S position as it relates to the arrangement of her hours and its effect on benefits -- sick leave, vacation and insurance, besides setting a precedent for others, Beverly Junker, representing Season's Tique and other Downtown merchants, presented a petition to Council in support of Cara Capuzzi, Parking Enforcement Officer, asking the Council to reverse their decision regarding her employment and educational request. Discussion followed regarding the attendance of the Community Development Director and Police Chief at the Parking Task Force meetings. Mr, Russell stated he was there only to provide information regarding Downtown Plan improvements and how they affected parking in order for the Task Force to make recommendations to the Council. Motion by Councilmember Farrell to adopt a Resolution reassigning the position of the Parking Enforcement Officer to a part-time status and to reassign other personnel or advertise a part-time jOb opening as required. The motion died for lack of a second. n 3 r r, n Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Regular Meeting Motion by Mayor Abrahamson, seconded by Councilmember Funke to allow the Parking Enforcement Officer to rearrange her schedule in order to work the full time status of 40 hours per week. Ayes - 3; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick. RECESS Motlon by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Council member Funke to recess the meeting at 6:00 P.M. (All in favor). ATTEST: ;j~ ~4</ ~I~ Resolutions: No. 91-192 - Award Bid to Berwald Roofing for Fire Dept. Roof. No. 91-193 - Placement of Stop Sign at Willard & Second St. No, 91-194 - Elimination of Public Safety Director Position. 4 r RECESSED MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES October 1, 1991 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Consulting Engineer Peters Comm. Dev. Director Russell Public Works Director Junker Planning Comm. Chair Fontaine City Clerk Johnson Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Mary Alden, St. Croix Valley Press Ellen Anderson, Carol Ryden, Jelle De Boeuf, D. Notaro, Richard Kilty, Mark Balay, Tom Lillesve, Mike Pohlena. Others: r, APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councllmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 17, 1991 as presented. (All in favor). INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS 1. Dave Paradeau - Update on Mlnnesota Zephyr property & request for consideration of relocation of power. Jelle De Boeuf, representing Mr. Paradeau and the Minnesota Zephyr, explained they have been approved by the ICC for exemption from local ordinances in operating the train and will continue the dinner train as they have in the past five years. They would like to start building the depot and proposed to underground the electrical utilities, Mr. Russell stated the possibility of undergrounding the electrical had been denied by NSP and it was proposed to relocate the utility poles behind the train near the Stillwater Yacht Club, Therefore, undergrounding was not included in the bid for Downtown Improvements and the cost would be approximately $37,000, Council directed Staff to arrange a meeting with Northern States Power and David Paradeau, of the Minnesota Zephyr, to discuss utilities for the Zephyr property. n 1 r o n Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting 2. Carol Ryden - Discussion of problems with Downtown Construction. Ms, Ryden, representlng some of the Downtown merchants, was present to express concerns regarding lighting, coordination of work during Downtown construction, etc. Ms. Ryden was advised to attend the Thursday construction meetings and to submit her concerns regarding Downtown Construction, in writing, to the City Attorney. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ThlS lS the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Minor Subdivision of 1,400 sq, ft. of Lot 19 to Lot 18 of Fairmeadows 1st Add. (10 ft. of property along the north 140 ft, boundary line of Lot 19) located at 2316 Oakridge Rd. & 2307 Fairmeadows Rd. in the RA, Single-Family Residential Dist., John Serier, Applicant. Case No, SUB/91-46. Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on September 19, 1991 and mailed to affected property owners, Mr. Russell explained the request to subdivide ten feet of property along the north 140 ft. boundary line of Lot 19 in order for the owner of Lot 18 to purchase the property and combine it with his lot, The new lots will meet the RA lot requirements. Mr, Russell added that the City could approve the subdivision and waive the requirement for a Certificate of Survey and the property would then be recorded by a legal description. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission approved the request, waiving the Certificate of Survey in favor of the legal description, and adding the remaining conditions. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the request for a Minor Subdivision of 1,400 sq. ft, of Lot 19 to Lot 18 of Fairmeadows 1st Add, (10 ft, of property along the north 140 ft boundary line of Lot 19) located at 2316 Oakridge Rd. & 2307 Fairmeadows Rd, in the RA, Single-Family Residential Dist., waiving the survey requirement and including the other conditions, John Serier, Applicant, Case No, SUB/91-46, (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Variance to the Bluffland/Shoreland Ordinance for the placement of an on-site septic system on a slope greater than 12%, located on Dellwood Rd. No, in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist. & Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Kenneth Seefert, Applicant. Case No, V/91-47. Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on September 19, 1991 and mailed to affected property owners, 2 r r, n Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting Mr. Russell explained the applicant will meet the conditions of the original subdivision and has withdrawn his request. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Funke to accept the petition for withdrawal of Case No. V/91-47, for a Variance to the Bluffland/Shoreland Ordinance for the placement of an on-site septic system on a slope greater than 12%, located on Dellwood Rd. No. in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist, & Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Kenneth Seefert, Applicant. (All in favor). 3. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Variance to the Sign Ordinance for the placement and replacement of exterior signage for Lakeview Memorial Hospital/St, Croix Valley Clinic at 919 West Anderson St. in the RB, Two Family Residential Dist., Visual Communications, Applicant, Case No, V/91-48. Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on September 19, 1991 and mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Russell explained this request will upgrade the signing for Lakeview Hospital by replacing the existing signs at the same location and will not increase the impact of signage in a residential area, Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission approved the request. Richard Lang, of Visual Communications, designer of the signs, was present to explain the plans. Mr. Russell mentioned that a street sign indicated the entrance to the Hospital parking lot off of Greeley St. is Anderson St. and suggested it be removed. Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Variance to the Sign Ordinance for the placement and replacement of exterior signage for Lakeview Memorial Hospital/St. Croix Valley Clinic at 919 W. Anderson St. in the RB, Two Family Residential Dist., as conditioned; with removal of the Anderson St, sign near the parking lot entrance. Visual Communications, Applicant, Case No. V/91-48, (All in favor). 4. This is the day and time for the Improvement Hearing to consider the making of a street improvement, consisting of street reconstruction, repair of curb and gutter and appurtenances on Northland Ave. between the southerly line of C.S.A.H. No, 12 to the terminus of Northland Ave. south of Sunri se Ave. Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on September 19 and 26, 1991 and mailed to affected property owners. Mayor Abrahamson and Council advised that after Council had reviewed the material on this improvement and received many calls and letters, that the 3 o Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting project should be set aside until a Pavement Management Study is completed. John and Karen Melville, 125 Northland Ave., asked about delaying the project and recommended to the Council that the residents be involved with the Pavement Management Study, A gentleman with 20 years of experience with the Army Corps of Engineers stated concerns with the computer program which the City Engineers use for planning a project. Another person suggested that an increase in property tax be used to cover funding of street improvements and residents could then deduct this from income taxes. ~ Mayor Abrahamson closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Council member Funke to adjourn the Improvement Hearing for L.I. 275 to consider the making of a street improvement, consisting of street reconstruction, repair of curb & gutter & appurtenances on Northland Ave. between the southerly line of C.S,A.H. No. 12 to the terminus of Northland Ave. south of Sunrise Ave, (All in favor.) Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 8:02 P,M. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I. Possible Bid Award for Remedial Investigative/Corrective Action Design Report for Glacier Park property. Clty Attorney Magnuson reported on the bids received for the above item and the low bid was from A-Tech. A-Tech proposed three soil borings which they feel is sufficient. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for Remedial Investigative/ Corrective Action Design Report for the Glacier Park property to ATEC Environmental Consultants. (Resolution No, 91-195) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson, Nays - None 2, n 4 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting NEW BUSINESS 1. Minnesota Transportation Museum request for Council consideration of annexatlon of ~roperty, Discusslon fol owed regarding the request of the Minn. Transportation Museum for City consideration of annexation of property including the railroad tracks. Council tabled any action on the request until more information is received and it is discussed further. r Richard Kilty, 118 W. Oak St., questioned why the City would consider this request. He also asked why the depot has not been built as yet, City Attorney Magnuson explained. Diane Polzin, a member of the Township Residents Against Illegal Nuisances, asked the City to deny any request to annex the tracks. 2. Request by St. Croix Valley Hockey Ass'n. for Pull-Tab Operation at Brines Restaurant & Bar, 219 So. Main St. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the gambling operation by the St. Croix Valley Hockey Ass'n, at Brines Restaurant & Bar, 219 So. Main St. (Resolution No. 91-196) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3, ~uest by Stillwater Elks for Pull-Tab Operation at American Legion Post ~, 103 So. Thlrd St. Motion by Councllmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the gambling operation by the B.P,O Elks at the American Legion Post #48, 103 So, Third St, (Resolution No. 91-197) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 4. Comments on Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Comments on the Oak Park Heights Comprehensive Plan Amendment will be made at the next meeting. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve the Consent Agenda of October 1, 1991, including the following: (All in favor). 1. Resolution Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 91-191). 2, The following Contractor's Licenses: n 5 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting Authentic Homes, Inc, 6181 Partridge Ct. White Bear Lake, Mn, 55110 C & B Excavating/C & B Sewer 16115 Quality Trail No. Scandia, Mn. 55073 Commercial Design & Builders 143 Wildwood Ave, White Bear Lake, Mn, 55110 Conlin Construction 6030 50th Street No. Oakdale, Mn, 55128 Tom Harvieux 918 South Third St, Stillwater, Mn, 55082 r Krongard Construction Co. 1056 Curve Crest Blvd, Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Timberline Tree Service, Inc. 9376 55th Street No. Lake Elmo, Mn. 55042 Pump & Meter Service, Inc. 11303 Excelsior Blvd. Hopkins, Mn. 55343 W. T. Simonet Plmb. & Htg. 5976 Stagecoach Trail No, Stillwater, Mn. 55082 General Contractor New Excavators New General Contractor New General Contractor New General Contractor Renewal General Contractor Renewal Tree Trimmers New General Contractor New Excavators Renewal 3, Request from Red Ribbon Committee to hans banner on Main & Olive Sts. advertlslng Red Rlbbon campalgn agalnst rugs from Oct. 19 - 25, COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Workshop Meetings with Solid Waste Committee and Park & Rec Commission Council wlll meet with the Solld Waste Commlttee at 6:00 P,M, on Tuesday, Oct. 22; and with the Park & Recreation Commission at 7:00 P.M. on Oct. 22 to discuss Ice Arena fees. Meeting with Oak Park Heights to discuss the New Bridge 6 n (' Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting Mayor Abrahamson and Councilmember Opheim will meet with representatives of Oak Park Heights at the Stillwater City Hall on Monday, Oct, 7 at 6:30 P,M. to discuss the new bridge, Communication to Rep. Gerry Sikorski Motion by Councllmember Ophelm, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve transmittal of a letter to Rep, Gerry Sikorski requesting financial help with the Levee Wall. (All in favor). Garavalia House Clty Attorney Magnuson reported on the Garavalia "nuisance" house. A condemnation hearing is being held on November 14; Nuisance at 916 So, 4th St. Councilmember Funke requested that the backyard of 916 So. Fourth St. be checked for storage of vehicles. It was noted that the Police have cleaned out this yard before. r League Conferences Councllmember Bodlovick reported on the League conference held at Lakeville and recommended that Staff attend the Comp Worth conference being held next week in Brooklyn Center. Commendation for Rob Zoller for Fire Prevention Week Promotion Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution commending Rob Zoller for his part in promoting Fire Prevention Week by working with Cub Foods in imprinting the Fire Prevention logo on several hundred thousand Cub Food bags. (Resolution No. 91-198) AYes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Charter Commission and Creation of Wards Councilmember Farrell reported on the work of the Charter Commission in creating the four wards in the City. At present, all Councilmembers reside in the southwestern ward, Council will decide which members will represent each Ward at a later date. Discussion also included what has to be done to change back to an "At-Large" system. A workshop will be scheduled at a later date with the Council before final decisions are made. STAFF REPORTS (continued) Pay Schedule for Part-Time Ice Arena Employees n 7 r Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the pay schedule for Part-Time Ice Arena Employees. (Resolution No. 91-199) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Setting Minimum Fee for 1991 Summer Hockey School Motion by Councllmember Opheim, seconded by Council member Farrell to approve the minimum fee of $12,270 for the 1992 Summer Hockey School. (All in favor). Public Works Director Award of Motor Grader Bid Motion by Councllmember BOdlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for a new motor grader for the Public Works Dept, to Sweeney Brothers Tractor, Inc. of Burnsville, Minnesota in the amount of $77,500.00 and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the contract. (Resolution No, 91-100) Ayes - Councilmembers BOdlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None r, COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS (Continued) Chri stmas Party Councilmember Funke reported on the plans for the party, urging everyone to nominate an "Employee of the Year". Soliciting and receiving prizes from merchants was also discussed. It was decided that this practice is not acceptable. Croixwood Blvd. - Excessive Car Parking The Police Dept. was asked to check on the cars parked near the townhomes on Croixwood Blvd. because of parking too close to County Road 5. COMMUNICATIONS/FYI I, Beverly Hackbarth - complaint regarding vandalism to vehicle while visitlng on Eagle Rldge Trall. Council noted this item, no action taken. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 P.M. (All in favor), ~Pf~ n 8 r r n Stillwater City Council Minutes October 1, 1991 Recessed Meeting ATTEST: ~ ~ C L R Resolutions: No. 91-191 - Directing Payment of Bills, No, 91-195 - Award Bid to A-Tech for Glacier Park Property. No. 91-196 - Approval of Pull-Tabs for St. Croix Valley Hockey Ass'n. No. 91-197 - Approval of Pull-Tabs for Elks @ American Legion. No. 91-198 - Commending Rob Zoller for Fire Prevention Promotion. No. 91-199 - Pay Schedule for Part-Time Ice Arena Personnel, No. 91-200 - Award of Bid for Motor Grader, 9