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SPECIAL MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
November 20, 1990
4:30 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
Present:
Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim (arrived at
4:50 P.M.), and Mayor Abrahamson.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
City Clerk Johnson
Press:
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
Gary Funke, Gene Franchett.
Others:
1. Discussion of Labor Relations Issues
Citt Contribution toward Hos~./Med. Ins. Premium
Motion y Councllmember Bod1oVlCk, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the increase of $15.00 per month, setting
the City contribution toward employee's hospital/medical insurance at $220.00
per month for family coverage for 1991. (Resolution No. 8408)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Councilmember Opheim arrived at 4:50 P.M.
2. Discussion of Metro Relations, Inc. and Suburban Rate Authority.
Gene Franchett, representing Metro Relations, Inc., presented a program he
established to provide ongoing Metro Council oversight. The major
contributors to the Met Council are the Cities and they have no voice in
what decisions are made at the Met Council and Metro Waste Control
Commission. Metro Relations, Inc. would fill this gap by representing the
City for a fee of $1,875.00 per year.
Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the Agreement between the City of
Stillwater and Metro Relations, Inc. to provide ongoing Metro Council and MWCC
oversight at a cost of $1,875. (Resolution No. 8409)
Ayes - Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
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3. Reception for Governor-Elect, Arnie Carlson
Motion by Counci1member Opheim, seconded by Counci1member Bodlovick that the
Council will support the hosting of a Scandinavian Get-Together for
Governor-Elect, Arnie Carlson on either January 5 or 6, 1991. (All in favor).
4. Discussion of Recycling Containers
City CoordInator Kriesel presented information on the containers and price
quotations. The City is currently applying for a grant which will pay
half of the costs. Also, Stillwater Township would like the City of
Stillwater to order containers for them with the cost reimbursed to the
City.
Motion by Counci1member Bod1ovick, seconded by Council member Farrell to
purchase the 23.5 gal. capacity containers, with lid, wheels optional, with 50
per cent of the cost to be reimbursed by the Met Council; and to include
Stillwater Township in the agreement for purchase of the containers with
reimbursement from the Township. (All in favor).
Motion by Council member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the
Metro Council grant application for the purchase of recycling containers.
(Resolution No. 8410)
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Ayes - Counci1members Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
Mr. Kriesel distributed the Solid Waste Advisory Committee Report on
volume-based fees. The committee stated they would not be able to
implement the system by January 1, 1991, but will continue to work on the
problem.
RECESS
Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bod1ovick to recess
the meeting at 5:27 P.M. (All in favor).
ATTEST:
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Resolutions:
No. 8408 - Increasing City's contribution to Employee Hosp/Med. Ins. premium
by $15.00/mo.
No. 8409 - Entering into an agreement with Metro Relations, Inc. to provide
Metro Council oversight.
No. 8410 - Approval of Grant Application to Met Council for Recycling
Containers.
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REGULAR MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
November 20, 1990
7:00 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson.
Present:
Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble (arrived at 7:03
P.M.), Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Consulting Engineer Moore
Consulting Engineer Peters
Comm. Dev. Director Russell
Parks Director B1ekum
Public Works Director Junker
Fire Chief Seim
City Clerk Johnson
Julie Kink, St.Croix Valley Press
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
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Others:
Jim Kellison, Gary Funke, Larry Dauffenbach, David Perochesi.
STAFF REPORTS
1. FIre ChIef -
Motion by Counci1member Bod1ovick, seconded by Council member Farrell to
authorize the purchase of ten chairs for the Fire Dept. offices and day room
at a cost of $999.40. (All in favor).
Counci1member Kimble arrived at 7:03 P.M.
2. Public Works Director -
Placement of Streetlights
Motion by Councl1member BOd1ovick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to
authorize the placement of two street lights near 822 W. Laurel St. and
McKusick Rd. and McKusick Rd. Ln. No. (All in favor).
Payment for Repair Work on Cave in north end of City
Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to authorize
the additional payment of $150.00 to Joe Nasvick for improvements to the cave
near the Historical Society Building. (All in favor).
Request for Continuance of Item No.2, Unfinished Business - Greens
Townhomes.
Mr. Junker reported that the homeowners have asked for a delay in
discussing the above topic until further study is completed.
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Bids - Sidewalk snowP1owin~
CIty Clerk Johnson reporte that one bid was received on time and a second
bid was received late. City Attorney Magnuson stated that bid regulations
must be followed and the late bid cannot be considered.
Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Council member Bod1ovick not to
open the bids received for sidewalk snowp1owing in the City and to readvertise
for bids. (All in favor).
3. City Coordinator -
Change of route for MTC Bus
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bod1ovick to approve
the change of route for the MTC bus from Mai n St. to Chestnut St. and to
continue up MYrtle St. to Third St., also to place a bus stop near the Old
Post Office Shops. (All in favor).
4. Parks Director -
Tram Bikeride Across Minn., 1991
Motion by Councllmember Bod1ovick, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to
authorize the use of Lowell Park and parking lot for the finish of the Tram
Bikeride Across Minnesota on Friday, August 2, 1991. (All in favor).
Retirement of Parks Director
Mayor Abrahamson acknowledged receipt of a letter from Parks Director
B1ekum announcing his retirement on January 15, 1991. The Mayor
suggested a workShop meeting be held to discuss this position. Council
set a Special Meeting on Tuesday, December 11, 1990 at 4:30 P.M.
5. Community Development Director -
Development Agreement - Curve Crest Properties II
Mr. Russell presented an amended Development Agreement for the above
project and explained the minor modifications to the description of the
project.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the Development Agreement between the
City of Stillwater and Curve Crest Properties II and authorizing the Mayor and
Clerk to sign. (Resolution No. 8411)
Ayes - Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
6. Citf Attorney -
Con irmatlon of Paid Park Dedication Fees for Industrial Pk. Property
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Motion by Counci1member Bod1ovick, seconded by Council member Kimble
authorizing City Attorney Magnuson to issue a letter to Bill and Sharon Pauley
confirming that the park dedication fee was paid for their property in the
Industrial Park. (All in favor).
7. communit~ Development Director (Continued)
Amended ariance for Sign - River Heiehts Auto Mall
Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded y Counci1member Kimble to grant an
amended variance for the pylon sign for River Heights Auto Mall as explained
by Comm. Dev. Director Russell, as conditioned, with the additional condition
that it meet the 15 ft. setback. (All in favor).
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Mr. Russell stated the applicant would have to bring any other changes to
the Council for approval.
8. Consulting Enrineer -
Curve Crest B vd. Storm Sewer
Mr. Peters presented the report on the proposed project and stated the
applicant wishes to speed up the process for the construction of the sewer.
Mr. Peters also stated this is an MSA street so these funds are available
for use on this project. Council discussion included the procedures to
follow and the date of December 10 for a bid opening.
Motion by Counci1member Bodlovick, seconded by Counci1member Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution accepting the Feasibility Study; order the
improvement; authorize Plans and Specs; and Advertise for Bids for L.I. 271,
Storm Sewer construction for extension of Curve Crest Blvd. (Resolution No.
8412)
Ayes - Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nays - None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Request for b1ackto~~ing of Hudson Street.
It was noted that thIS street was previously blacktopped in 1945. A
petition has been received requesting the blacktopping. Mr. Junker stated
the other family living on this street does not want to sign the petition.
Discussion followed regarding 35% of the abutting homeowners signing the
petition and ordering the improvement.
Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bod1ovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution aeee~tiR! the ~etitieR aRB rea5iBili~ &i~~ aRB
(Resolution No. 8413)
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I Ayes - Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson.
~ Nays. - None
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- directing the City's Consulting Engineers
the improvement of Hudson Street.
to prepare a feas i bi lity study for L. 1. 272,
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2. Request to Transfer title of Road for Greens Townhomes.
The request to transfer title of the private road for Greens Townhomes was
continued to a future meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Final Plat a~prova1 of four-lot subdivision located on E. Poplar St. in
the RA, Sing e Family Residential Dlst., David Roettger & Larry
Dauffenbach, ap~licants.
Mr. Russell exp alned that the preliminary plat has been approved and the
final plat is consistent with the preliminary plat. Mr. Dauffenbach plans
to construct a detention pond on site to accommodate the drainage.
Motion by Counci1member Farrell, seconded by Counci1member Opheim to approve
the Final Plat of a four-lot subdivision located on West Poplar St. in the RA,
Single-Family Residential Dist., as conditioned, David Roettger & Larry
Dauffenbach, app1 icants. (All in favor).
PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued)
CONSENT AGENDA
r Motion by Counci1member Bod1ovick, seconded by Council member Opheim to approve
the Consent Agenda of November 20, 1990, as follows: (All in favor).
1. Resolution Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 8397)
Ayes - Counci1members Bod1ovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opnelm and Mayor Abrahamson.
Nay s - None
2. The following Licenses:
Brewster & Sons Roofing
4405 Olson Lake Tr. No.
Lake Elmo, Mn. 55042
CONTRACTORS
Roofing
Renewal
J. A. Chaves Excavating
15975 Putnam Blvd.
Afton, Mn. 55001
Excavators
Renewal
Hicks Concrete Construc.,Inc.
805 Tower Dr.
Medina, Mn. 55340
Northland Construc.Mgt., Inc.
5275 Edina Indus. Blvd.
Suite #106
Edina, Mn. 55435
Masonry & Brick Work
New
General Contractor
New
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TAXI LICENSE
Valley Chauffeurs '84 Ford Crown New
P.O. Box 794 Victori a (Additional car)
Hudson, Wi. 54016
OFF-SALE LIQUOR LICENSES
John's Bar Renewal
302 South Main St.
Kinsel's, Inc. Renewal
119 E. Chestnut St.
South Hill Liquor Store Renewal
117 W. Churchill St.
Vi ttori 0' s Renewal
402 So. Main St.
R & R Liquor Renewal
1971 So. Greeley St.
WINE LICENSES
Silver Lake Restaurant Renewal
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Rivertown Inn Renewal
306 W. Olive St.
MDT Foods, Inc., dba Mickey's Cafe & Creamery Renewal
324 So. Main St.
CLUB ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSES
American Legion Post #48 Renewa 1
103 So. Third St.
Stillwater Country Club Renewal
1421 No. Fourth St.
Stillwater Lodge #179 - Elks Renewal
279 E. MYrtle St.
Stillwater Knights of Columbus Renewal
1910 So. Greeley St.
MISCELLANEOUS
U.S. Bench Corp. 12 locations Renewal
3300 Snell i ng
Minneapolis, Mn. 55406
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3. Submission of claim to insurance company from Mark Eh1enz for damage to
auto from portable toilet at Northland Field.
3a. Submission of claim to insurance company from Genevieve Sand for injuries
received from a fall near the Lowell Inn.
4. Set Public Hearing Date of December 4, 1990 for the following Planning
Cases:
a. Case No. SUB/90-63 - Resubdivision of two lots into three lots of
44,914 sq. ft., 162,064 sq. ft., and 90,190 sq. ft. on the northeast
corner of Co. Rd. 5 and Orleans St. in the RA, Single Family
Residential Dist./Planned Unit Dev. Dist., Washington Co. HRA,
applicant.
b. Case No. PUD/90-64 - Planned Unit Development for the construction of a
49 unIt senior housing complex, a 7,000 sq. ft. senior center, and a
44,910 sq. ft. commercial lot on the northeast corner of Co. Rd. 5 and
Orleans St. in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist./PUD Planned Unit
Dev. Dist., Washington Co. HRA, applicant.
c. Case No. SUB/90-65 - Minor Subdivision of a three acre site into two
lots of 24,000 sq. ft. and two acres on the northeast corner of the
Frontage Rd. and Tuenge Dr. in the BP-C, Business Park Comm. Dist.,
Lawrence Rose, applicant.
d. Case No. SUP/90-66 - Special Use Permit to convert two existing office
spaces into three apartments at 115 So. Union St. and 112 So. Main St.
in the CBD, Central Business Dist., Mike Lynskey, applicant.
e. Case No. SUB/90-67 - Minor Subdivision of a 15,010 sq. ft. lot into two
lots of I,~U~ sq. ft. at 406 W. Hickory St. and No. Martha St. in the
RB, Two Family Residential Dist., Marilyn Morehead, applicant.
f. Case No. V/90-68 - Variance to the Sign Ordinance for the placement of
an awning Sign at 1940 So. Greeley St. in the BP-I, Business Pk. Indus.
Dist., Clark Nyberg, applicant.
g. Case No. SUB/90-70 - Minor Subdivision of 17,250 sq. ft. and 43,500 sq.
ft. into two lots of 21,750 sq. ft. and 39,000 sq. ft at 1912 No. Fifth
St. in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist., Hazel Mueller,
applicant.
5. Set Public Hearing Date of December 18, 1990 for the following Planning
Cases:
a. Case No. SUB/90-71 - Minor Subdivision of two lots (one substandard)
lnto two lots of 24,215 sq. ft. and 26,946 sq. ft north of Willow St.
between No. Second St. and No. Third St. in the RA, Single Family
Residential Dist., William & LaVonne Hubbard, applicants.
b. Case No. SUP/90-72 - Special Use Permit to place an approximately one
hundred sq. ft. monument sign eight ft., six in. in height at "The
Gardens" Townhouse development on McKusick Rd. in the RA, Single Family
Residential Dist., Tom E11es, applicant.
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c. Case No. SUP/90-74 - Special Use Permit for conversion of an existing
second floor office space into six apartments at 221 E. Chestnut St. in
the CBD, Central Business Dist., Clark Nyberg, applicant.
d. Case No. V/90-75 - Variance to the setback requirements for the
placement of a garage six ft., six in. from the front property line
(thirty ft. front yard setback required) at 813 W. Churchill St. in the
RB, Two Family Residential Dist., Greg Cunningham.
e. Case No. SUP/90-76 - Special Use Permit to conduct a three bedroom Bed
& Breakfast at 21U E. Laurel St. in the RB, Two Family Residential
Dist., Clyde & Mary Jorgenson, applicants.
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COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
River Valley LIons
Councllmember Farrell announced that the River Valley Lions are collecting
used eye glasses and they may be dropped off at City Hall.
North Hill Video request for Parking Lot Si~na~e
Councilmember Kimble reported that the Nort HIll Video on Laurel &
Owens St. has requested signage be placed alerting patrons of the
store that parking is available in the parking lot across the street.
Council stated that the owner of the store can place this information
in his store for patrons.
Removal of Parkin Meter Posts in Downtown Area
or ra amson note t at ounc me er- ect Funke has a request for
removal of the parking meter posts in the downtown area to facilitate snow
removal.
Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bodlovick directing
the Public Works Dept. to remove parking meter posts as time is available.
(All in favor).
STAFF REPORTS (Continued)
CIty Coordinator
Approval of 1990 Capital Expenditures for Library
Motion by Councllmember KImble, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve
the requested capital outlay expenditures for the Library as presented by
Library Director Bertalmio. (All in favor).
City Attorney
Agreement WIth So. St. Paul for use of City's Tranquilizer Gun
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Counci1member Farrell to
approve the agreement between the City of Stillwater and the City of So. St.
Paul for their use of the City's tranquilizer gun; and authorizing the Mayor
and Clerk to sign. (All in favor).
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to hold
(All in favor).
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Counci1member Kimble, seconded by Counci1member Bod1ovick to adjourn
the meeting at 8:06 P.M. (All in favor).
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Resolutions:
No. 8397 - Directing Payment of Bills.
No. 8411 - Approving Development Contract for Curve Crest Properties II.
No. 8412 - Accepting Feasibility Study, Ordering Improvement, Authorizing
Plans & Specs., & Advertising for Bids for L.I. 271, Extension of
Curve Crest Blvd. Storm Sewer
No. 8413 - Ordering Improvement Hearing for Hudson St.
MAYOR
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