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STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
April 20, 1993
SPECIAL MEETING
4:30 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING
4:30 P.M. AGENDA
1. Discussion of Assessment Policy.
2. Discussion of Flexible Benefits Program.
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular & Recessed Meetings - April 6, 1993
INDIVIDUALS! DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS
1. Merltorlous Servlce Commendatlon for Officer Douglas Swanson.
2. Tom Warth - Discussion regarding possible establishment of Sister City
with Jinj a, Uganda.
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STAFF REPORTS
1. Finance Director
2. Pol ice Chief
3. Public Works Dir.
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4. Comm. Dev. Director 7. Fire Chief
5. Parks & Recreation 8. Building Official
6. Consulting Engineer 9. City Attorney
City Clerk 11. City Coordinator
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ThlS is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Special Use
Permit to conduct a theatrical production in a 40 ft. by 60 ft. temporary
tent structure located at 501 No. Main St. in the CBD, Central Bus. Dist.,
Case No. SUP/93-19, MaryLou Meagher-Gammans, Applicant.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on April 12, 1993
and mailed to affected property owners.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Posslble second reading of an ordinance creating Chapter 22.06 of the City
Code creating conditions for appointment to City Boards & Commissions.
2. Solicitation for Bids for Sale of Sims' House.
3. Possible Approval of Contract for Process Re-engineering Study.
4. Feasibility Report for Sidewalk Construction in Junior High School & Pine
St. Area, L.1. 294.
5. Discussion of 1993 Sidewalk Improvement Project.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution - Promotion of Richard Nordquist to Licensed Sewer Maintenance
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2. Report from Prison Task Force & request for matching funds for a Prison
Reuse Study.
3. Request from Richard Zimmerman & Andrew Kass, Erickson Post, for right
turn approval off of County Rd. 5 for commercial development just north of
Orleans.
4. Consideration of purchase of land from Chicago Northwestern & Sioux
Ra i 1 roads.
5. "Open Signs" in Downtown Area.
6. Change Order No.2, South Main Lift Station.
7. Resolution correcting Assessment on Minnesota Zephyr Parcel.
PETITIONS, INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS (Continued)
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Resolution Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 93-68).
2. Applications (List to be supplied at meeting).
3. Ratify Council Poll of April 12, 1993 Re: Approval of 1993 lease with
Stillwater Yacht Club. Ayes - 4; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick.
4. Ratify Council Poll of April 15, 1993 Re: Approval to submit lease to
Sti llwater Yacht Club at 1992 rate. All in favor.
5. Planning Commission Rules & Procedures.
6. Set Public Hearing date of May 4, 1993 for the following Planning
Cases:
a. Case No. V/93-17 - Variance to the front yard setback requirement (30
ft. required, 12 ft. requested) & the slope development standard (no
development on Slopes over 12%) for construction of a 20 ft. by 24 ft.
attached garage at 118 Lakeside Dr., located in the RB, Two-Family
Residential Dist. & Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Michael & Sheryl Meyer,
Appl icants.
b. Case No. SUP/93-18 - Special Use Permit to conduct a sales office for
fitness equipment above an existing garage at 222 W. Cherry St. in the
RB, Two-Family Residential Dist., Jeffrey H. Palmer, Applicant.
c. Case No. SUB/V/93-20 - Subdivision & Variance to the lot width
requirement (75 ft. required, 74 ft. 17 in. proposed) for a minor
subdivision of a 22,244 sq. ft. lot into two lots of 11,122 sq. ft.
located on Lots 3 & 4, Block 34, Carli & Schulenburg's Add. (1600 block
of No. First St.) in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist., Robert E.
& Sandra J. Walters, Applicants.
d. Case No. SUB/93-21 - Minor Subdivision of a 76,625 sq. ft. lot into two
lots of 38,500 sq. ft. & 37,125 sq. ft. located at 1030 W. St. Croix
Ave. in the RA, Single-Family Residential Dist., Doug Flory, Applicant.
e. Case No. SUP/V/93-22 - Variance to the rearyard & sideyard setback
requirements for the conversion of an existing garage into a second
residential structure located at 119 W. Chestnut St. in the RB,
Two-Family Residential Dist., John S. Larson, Applicant.
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
STAFF REPORTS
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM NEWS MEDIA
ADJOURNMENT
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SPECIAL MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
April 20, 1993
4:30 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooley.
Present:
Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor
Hooley.
Absent:
None
Also Present:
Press:
City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Consulting Engineer Moore
Finance Director Deblon
Fire Chief Seim
City Clerk Johnson
Julie Kink, The Courier
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
Richard Kilty, John DeCurtains.
Others:
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1. Discussion of Assessment Policy.
Council and Staff discussed the proposed Special Assessment Policy for the
City, covering assessments for construction and repair of City streets,
sidewalks and utilities.
Street Reconstruction Including Curb & Gutter.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to
approve an assessment of 50/50 percentage split (approximately $58 a front
foot for partial reconstruction and $75 a front foot for total reconstruction)
between the property owner and City for partial and total street
reconstruction projects. (Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Funke and Kimble;
Nays - Council member Cummings and Mayor Hooley).
Street Resurfacing.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
an assessment of 80% to 100% (approximately $12.75 a front foot) for the
property owner for street resurfacing. (All in favor).
Sidewalk
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve
an assessment of 50/50 percentage split between the property owner and City
for sidewalk improvements. (All in favor).
Special Consideration
Motion by Councllmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve
an assessment policy of Special Consideration for a street or utility system
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Speci al Meeting
as follows: If a street does not live up to its expected normal life of
twenty years it shall be the City's responsibility to pay for it and not to
assess the property owner.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick to amend the previous motion to allow Staff
to submit a recommendation to Council including a formula for assessment of
the above mentioned streets based on a street life of twenty years. After
further discussion, Councilmember Bodlovick withdrew her motion.
(Ayes - 2; Nays - 3, Councilmembers Cummings, Kimble and Mayor Hooley).
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve
an assessment policy of "Special Consideration" when determining the
proportion of cost to be assessed to benefiting properties, for streets or
utilities that deteriorate before a reasonable amount of time has elapsed.
Mayor Hooley moved to amend the motion to include a schedule of repair based
upon the twenty-year period that a normal street should last under proper care.
Mayor Hooley withdrew his motion.
(All in favor).
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Industrial Park Assessments
After a short discussion of Industrial Park Assessments, City Coordinator
Kriesel recommended that this item be discussed at a future Council
meeting in order to gather more information and Council concurred.
2.
Discussion of Mulberry Point Fuel Tanks
Fire Chief Seim updated Council on the fuel storage tanks located on the
Mulberry Point property and owned by the Stillwater Yacht Club. He
consulted with two contractors who have advised that these tanks be
removed and not be returned to their site because of possible pollution
problems. Further discussion with Staff included contacting the PCA,
qualifying for the Petro Fund, filing the proper reports and renewal of
the lease with the Yacht Club.
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to designate
May 1, 1993 as the deadline for the return of the two leases from the
Stillwater Yacht Club for the Mulberry Point property. (All in favor).
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Funke giving City
Staff authority to take action which may be necessary to remove the gas tanks
at the Stillwater Yacht Club and to employ a person for launching of boats and
filling gas tanks. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick).
Councilmember Funke left the Council Chambers at 6:04 P.M.
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Speci al Meeting
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Cummings directing
City Coordinator Kriesel, City Attorney Magnuson, Fire Chief Seim and
Consulting Engineer Moore to continue monitoring the tank problem at the
Stillwater Yacht Club, to contact the Pollution Control Agency, in order to
qualify for the Petro Fund, to work with the Stillwater Yacht Club on the
potential problems, making sure everything is taken care of as necessary.
(All in favor).
Councilmember Funke returned.
3. Discussion of Flexible Benefits Program.
Flnance Dlrector Deblon presented information and costs related to the
adoption of a Flexible Benefit Plan using pre-tax dollars for medical care
and dependent care expenses. This plan would have to be established in
accordance with IRS Section 125.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to give
concept approval to the Flexible Benefit Plan, directing Ms. Deblon to review
this item further and present her findings to Council for final approval.
(A 11 in favor).
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Mayor Hooley inltlated discussion of an increase of the retainer for the
City Attorney due to the many special projects for which he is providing
advice to Staff and Council. Discussion followed.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke directing City
Coordinator Kriesel to re-examine the City Attorney's entire contract package
to determine a fair compensation for special projects. (All in favor).
RECESS
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to recess the
meeting at 6:32 P.M. (All in favor).
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REGULAR MEETING
STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
April 20, 1993
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
Consulting Engineer Moore
Comm. Dev. Director Russell
Public .Works Director Junker
Library Director Bertalmio
City Clerk Johnson
Press:
Julie Kink, The Courier
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
Mark Herwig, St. Croix Valley Press
Art Palmer, Dennis Sullivan, Wally Abrahamson, Richard Kilty,
Jim Huntsman, Roberta Opheim, Rick Nordquist, Mr. & Mrs.
Orville Pung, Andrew Kass, Don Theisen, Jim Laskins.
Others:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 6, 1993, with a correction on page 4,
Item No.4, under "Purchase of 3/4 Ton Pickup Truck" with the vote to read
"All in favor" and'approval of the Recessed Meeting 'Minutes as presented.
(All in favor).
INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS
1. Meritorious SerVlce Commendatlonfor Officer Douglas Swanson.
Mayor Hooley presented Officer Douglas A. Swanson wlth a Meritorious
Servi ce award.
2. Tom Warth - Discussion regarding possible establishment of Sister City
with Jinja, Uganda.
Mr. Warth made a presentation requesting Council approval for the City to
become a sister city to Jinja, Uganda. Tom Phillips, Sec./Treas. of the
Stillwater Lions Club also spoke in favor of the City becoming a Sister
City. He stated the Lions Club has already become acquainted with the
City of Jinja. Mr. Warth stated he would form a committee, report back to
Council and notify the City of Jinja of Council action.
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Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate Resolution accepting Jinja, Uganda as a Sister City to the
City of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 93-10)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
3. Dennis Sullivan - Concerns regarding use of empty lot for hazardous
activi ti es.
Mr. Sullivan, 1315 So. Everett St., stated concerns regarding people
playing golf and flying mechanical airplanes on the property across the
street from him at W. Orleans & Highland Rd. City Attorney Magnuson
stated it is the obligation of the property owner to police that property
and advised Mr. Sullivan to contact the property owner.
4. Washington County Commissioner Abrahamson
County Commlssioner Wally Abrahamson was present to answer any questions
regarding County government.
STAFF REPORTS
1. -PubllC Works Director - No report.
~ 2. Community Development Director - No report.
3. Consulting Engineer - No report.
4. Library Director -
A~proval of contract with Brady Mechanical Services, Inc. for installation
o Condensate tank at Llbrary.
Motion by Councilmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councilmember Kimble
authorizing Brady Mechanical Services, Inc. to replace the condensate tank at
the library at a cost of $1,850. (All in favor).
Approval of contract with Northwestern Service, Inc. for repair of Heat
Exchan~er at Llbrary
Motion by ouncilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the
repair of the heat exchanger at the Library in the amount of $2,500. (All in
favor) .
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
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1. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Special Use
Permit to conduct a theatrical production in a 40 ft. by 60 ft. temporary
tent structure located at 501 No. Main St. in the CBD, Central Bus. Dist.,
Case No. SUP/93-19, MaryLou Meagher-Gammans, Applicant.
Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on April 12, 1993
and mailed to affected property owners.
Mr. Russell explained the request is for a temporary tent structure which
will be up for one month on a trial basis for a Shakespeare Theatre. He
listed six conditions of approval recommended by the Planning Commission.
Marylou Meagher-Gammans, Dean Seal and Harvey Dahlen were present to
answer any questions. It was stated they would not be in conflict with
the "Music on the Waterfront" occasions. Mayor Hooley closed the public
hearf ng.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to
approve, on a trial basis, a Special Use Permit to conduct a theatrical
production in a 40 ft. by 60 ft. temporary tent structure located at 501 No.
Main St. in the CBD, Central Bus. Dist., Case No. SUP/93-19, as conditioned,
Marylou Meagher-Gammans, Applicant. (All in favor).
STAFF REPORTS (Continued)
5. -Pollce Chief
Code Enforcement Officer -
Motion by Councilmember Klmble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick directing
the City Coordinator to review the request of Police Chief Beberg for a Code
Enforcement Officer in terms of manpower available and to report to Council.
(All in favor).
Permanent em~lOyment of Scott Parker as Police Officer
Motion by Councl member Klmble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution for permanent employment of Scott Parker as Police
Officer. (Resolution No. 93-69)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
Hiring a Full-Time Police Officer
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Cummings authorizing
Police Chief Beberg to proceed with the necessary steps in the employment of a
full-time Police Officer. (All in favor).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. - Possible second reading of an ordinance creating Chapter 22.06 of the City
Code creating conditions tor appolntment to Clty Boards & Commlsslons.
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Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to have a
second reading and enactment of an ordinance creating condttions for
appointment to City Boards & Commissions. (Ordinance No. 771)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None -
Council directed Staff to study policy and forms for application on City
boards and commissions.
2. Solicitation for Bids for Sale of Sims' House.
City Attorney Magnuson explalned that the City should designate a minimum
bid of $80,000 for this house, which includes City expenses for
condemnation.
Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to
approve the bid documents for the Sims property at 410 No. Fourth St., and
direct Staff to advertise for bids. (All in favor).
3. Possible AP~roval of Contract for Process Re-engineering Study.
Motion by Counc lmember Kimble, seconded by Councllmember Funke to adopt
the appropriate resolution approving the contract for the Process
~ Re-engineering Study with Tennessen Associates, subject to changes recommended
by the City Attorney and execution by Mayor and City Clerk. (Resolution No.
93-71 )
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None -
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4. Feasibility Report for Sidewalk Construction in Junior High School & Pine
St. Area, L.I. 294.
Mr. Moore presented an explanation of the Feasibility Report for the above
project which covers construction of sidewalks on the following streets:
Holcombe St. from Churchill to Hancock.
Hancock St. from Sixth to Fourth
South Sixth St. from Orleans to Hancock
Marsh St. from Sixth to Third
Pine St. from Greeley to CSAH 5
and further explained the estimated costs -- the Jr. H.S. area would be
approximately $42,883 and Pine St. area is $79,466. He added that Pine
St. may be eligible for MSA funding.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt
the appropriate resolution accepting the Feasibility Report for sidewalk
construction in the Jr. High Area and Pine Street Area, L.I. 294 and ordering
a public hearing for.May 18, 1993. (Resolution No. 93-72).
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Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None .
5. Discussion of 1993 Sidewalk Improvement Project.
Clty Coordlnator Kriesel initiated discussion of this item, listing
regulations which must be followed in order to use "Day Labor", which
would include the 429 Process. ..
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt
the appropriate resolution directing Short-Elliott-Hendrickson, Inc. to
prepare a Feasibility Report for the Sidewalk Improvement Program, L.I. 274.
(Resolution No. 93-79)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
NEW BUSINESS
1. Promotlon of Richard Nordquist to Licensed Sewer Maintenance Worker.
Motion by Councilmember Klmble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt
the appropriate resolution promoting Richard Nordquist to ticensed Sewer
Maintenance Worker. (Resolution No. 93-73)
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Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None -
2. Re ort from Prison Task Force & re uest for matchin funds for a Prison
eu se u .
Mr. Russell reported that Roberta Opheim is the City representative on
this Task Force, which is composed of representatives from various
agencies. .He added that this site is on the National Register of Historic
Places. Ms. Opheim further addressed the interest in this valuable
historic site and the need to conduct a reuse study which the Minnesota
Historic Society Preservation Office estimates at a cost of $8,000. They
would fund 50t of the study with a local match of $4,000. Council
discussion followed with the recommendation that the Task Force seek
funding from other sources and offered to work with them on this process.
Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 8:55 P.M.
Council Workshop - Tuesday, April 27, 1993 at 5:00 P.M.
Council set a workshop meeting for Tuesday, April 27 at 5:00 P M with
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates, Engineers.
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3. Re uest from Richard Zimmerman & Andrew Kass, Erickson Post, for ri ht
urn approva 0 0 ounty or commerCla
Orleans.
Rlchard Zimmerman and Andrew Kass, representing the Erickson Post,
explained the need for right turn access for vehicular ingress and egress
to a proposed commercial project site along County Road #5. Originally, a
condition was placed on the site that all access should be off Orleans St.
because of congested traffic conditions on County Road 5. A median will
be constructed preventing left turns. Mr. Russell discussed the
commercial development and stated the use is consistent with the PUD plan.
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to give
concept approval for a rtght-turn access off County Road 5 for vehicular
ingress and egress to the proposed Erickson Post development. (All in favor).
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to remove the
subdivision condition requiring the access provision off Orleans St. for the
Erickson Post development. (All in favor).
Jim Huntsman - Concerns regarding possible annexation of property along Co.
Rd. 64.
Mr. Huntsman addressed concerns regarding the above item, stating that
r-' Washington Co. acquired ownership of the parcels so as to provide wetland
mitigation or a site for disposal of soil for the reconstruction of
McKusick Road/Co. Rd. 64. Mr. Russell stated the City's petition for
annexation will not proceed at this time and the City is attempting to
keep open communication with Stillwater Township and the County.
4. Consideration of purchase of land from Chicago Northwestern & Sioux
Rallroads.
Mr. Russell addressed this issue, summarizing action to date. The City
will pay approximately $60,000, including closing costs with the funds to
come from the Lowell Park Fund. The Dock Cafe will pay $47,000 and the
Boat & Packet Co., $11,000;
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt
the appropriate resolution authorizing the purchase of property from the
Chicago Northwestern and Soo Line Railroads, with the Dock Cafe and Boat &
Packet Co., with the City's portion to be $60,000 using the Lowell Park Fund;
and authorizing Mayor and Clerk to sign. (Resolution No. 93-74) -
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
5.
"Open Signs" in Downtown Area.
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Mr. Russell explained that Downtown businesses felt that their "Open"
signs and other methods were needed in order to inform the public they
were open for business. After much discussion with the business owners
and Downtown Council, they drafted a recommendation to amend the Sign
Ordinance to permit open signs in the Downtown with certain restrictions.
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to have a
first reading of an ordinance amending the Sign Ordinance to permit "Open"
signs in the Downtown Area sUbject to certain conditions. (All in favor);
6. Change Order No.2, South Main Lift Station.
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve
Change Order No.2 for the valves & pump replacement for the South Main Lift
Station. (All in favor).
7. Correcting Assessment on Minnesota Zephyr Parcel.
City Attorney Magnuson explained the reasons for this correction, wherein
the County Auditor spread the assessment against the City portion after
part of the parcel was sold to the Minnesota Zephyr.
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution correcting the assessment on the Minnesota Zephyr
r-' property. (Resolution No. 93-75)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
STAFF REPORTS (Continued)
-communit~ Development Director
Leglslat on Requestlng an Addltional Li~uor License
Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by ouncllmember Kimble to adopt
the appropriate resolution requesting legislation to obtain another liquor
license in the Downtown Area. (Resolution No. 93-76)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None -
Improvement of Highway 36/County Road 5 Intersection
Motion by Councllmember Klmble, seconded by CounCllmember Funke to adopt
the appropriate resolution encouraging the State of Minnesota to improve the
intersection of Highway 36/County Road 5, with consideration of temporary stop
signals. (Resolution No. 93-77)
Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
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~islative Consultant
S ate on Fundlng for Levee Wall
E Cain, Legislative Consultant, presented an update on matching funds
form the State for the reconstruction of the Levee Wall. He stated the
bill has passed the House committee and will come up next week in the
Senate.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve the
Consent Agenda of April 20, 1993, as follows: (All in favor).
1. Directin~ Payment of Bills (Resolution No. g3-68).
Ayes.- Councllmembers BodloV1Ck; Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley.
Nays - None
2. The following Contractor's Licenses:
Ritzer Excavatl ng, Inc. Excavators
919 So. Fifth Ave.
Stillwater, Mn. 55082
Renewa 1
Rumpca Sewer & Water, Inc. Excavators
700 Pullman Ave.
St. Paul Pk, Mn. 55071
Renewal
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Teske House Painting
1806 No. Broadway
Stillwater, Mn. 55082
Painting
Renewal
Timm Excavati ng
3128. 20th Ave.
Wilson, Wi 54027
Excavators
New
Total Pool Co.. Inc.
13481 No. 60th St.
Stillwater, Mn. 55082
Install. Swim. Pools
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4. Ratify Council Poll of April 15, 1993 Re: A~proval to submit lease to
Stlllwater Yacht Club at 1992 rate. All ln avor.
5. Planning Commission Rules & Procedures.
6. Set Public Hearing date of May 4, 1993 for the following Planning
Cases:
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a. Case No. V/93-17 - Variance to the front yard setback requirement (30
ft. required, 12 ft. requested) & the slope development standard (no
development on slopes over 12%) for construction of a 20 ft. by 24 ft.
attached garage at 118 Lakeside Dr., located in the RB, Two-Family
Residential Dist. & Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Michael & Sheryl Meyer,
App 1 i cants.
b. Case No. SUP/93-18 - Special Use Permit to conduct a sales office for
fitness equipment above an existing garage at 222 W. Cherry St. in the
RB, Two-Family Residential Dist., Jeffrey H. Palmer, Applicant.
c. Case No. -SUB/V/93-20 - Subdivision & Variance to the lot width
requirement (75 ft. required, 74 ft. 17 in. proposed) for a minor
subdivision Of a 22,244 sq. ft. lot into two lots of 11,122 sq. ft.
located on Lots 3 & 4, Block 34, Carli & Schulenburg's Add. (1600 block
of No. First St.) in the RA, Single Family Residential Dist.; Robert E.
& Sandra J. Walters, Applicants. -
d. Case No. SUB/93-21 - Minor Subdivision of a 76,625 sq. ft. lot into two
lots of 38,500 sq. ft. & 37,125 sq. ft. located at 1030 W. St. Croix
Ave. in the RA, Single-Family Residential Dist., Doug Flory, Applicant.
e. Case No. SUP/V/93-22 - Variance to the rearyard & sideyard setback
requirements for the conversion of an existing garage into a second
residential structure located at 119 W. Chestnut St. in the RB,
Two-Family Residential Dist., John S. Larson, Applicant.
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COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
D1Scussion of Annexation proceedings and communication with Stillwater
Township
Councilmember Bodlovick presented letters from Stillwater Township Clerk,
Pat Bantli, stating that all County Board members received the letters,
regarding the annexation petition, addressed to County Board Members in
December and March. Mayor Hooley stated that recently, communication has
improved with Stillwater Township officials.
Councilmember Kimble noted that the City of Stillwater has held up their
annexation petition until the Council has had a chance to study the issues
regarding the proposed annexation further.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adjourn the
meeting at 9:43 P.M. (All in favor).
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Stillwater City Council Minutes
April 20, 1993
Regular Meeting
Resolutions:
No. 93-68 - Directing Payment of Bills.
No. 93-69 - Permanent employment of Officer Parker
No. 93-70 - Accepting Jinja, Uganda as a Sister City.
No. 93-71 ~ Approval of Process Re-englneering Study.
No. 93-72 - Accepting Feasibility Report & set Public Hearing for May 18, 1993
for Pine St. & Jr. H.S. sidewalks, L.r. 294.
No. 93-73 - Promotion of Richard Nordquist.
No. 93-74 - Purchase of Railroad property with Dock Cafe & Boat & Packet Co.
No. 93-75 - Correcting Assessment on Minn. Zephyr property.
No. 93-76 - Requesting Legislature for another Liquor License.
No. 93-77 - Requesting Mn/DOT to improve intersection of Hwy. 36 & Co. Rd. 5.
No. 93-79 - Feasibility Report for Sidewalk Repair, L.I. 274.
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