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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-07-06 CC MIN r REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 6, 1993 4:30 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, and Mayor Hooley. Councilmembers Funke and Kimble Absent: Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Consulting Engineer Moore City Planner Pung-Terwedo Fire Chief Seim Ass't. Fire Chief Stevensen Public Works Director Junker Police Chief Beberg City Clerk Johnson Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Marguerite Rheinberger, Gene Bealka, Cat Thomsen, Diane Rollie, Chris White. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS 1. "Diane Rollie & Marguerite Rheinberger - Request for Sesquicentennial funds for Wlld West Days. Dlane Rollie and Marguerite Rheinberger were present to request funding for Wild West Days which will be held on Sept. 25 and 26. Also, Ms. Rheinberger requested a period of silence from 1:45 to 2:15, with no shooting of guns, during the Mass being held in Pioneer Park on that date. It was noted that funding cannot be tied to that request, but Mayor Hooley will contact the appropriate people with the request. Others: r Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve dedicated funds in the amount of $3,500 for Wild West Days, to be held on September 25 & 26, 1993. (All in favor). 2. Cat Thompson - request for filming in Stillwater. Ms. Thompson explained that she represents Chelsea Pictures who are requesting to do some filming of a Chevrolet commercial in Stillwater with the re-routing of traffic for a period of time. She has contacted business people and the Stillwater Police and Fire Departments for their approval which they have given. Chris White, Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce, stated this will be good for the City if business people see it as o.k. r 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to authorize the closing of certain City streets and detours with the cooperation of the Police Dept. and Fire Dept., for filming of Chevrolet commercials by Chelsea Pictures. (All tn favor). r 3. Jim Stevensen - Discussion of Volunteer Fire Retirement increase. Ass't. Flre Chlef Stevensen was present to request Councll approval for an increase to a benefit level of $2,600 per year of service for the Firefighter's Relief Ass'n. Discussion followed between Council and Staff regarding liability for the City. The Finance Director advised Council they should be aware that if the Firefighter's lose considerable funds in the stock market or if they took a large decline in their assets, the City would be obligated. It was noted this would be a rare instance. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to ratify the Volunteer Fire Retirement increase to a benefit level of $2,600 per year of service. (All in favor). 4. Debbie Preuss - Request for Beer Wagon in Lowell Pk. for Class of 1978 Pre-Reunlon Party. D1Scusslon followed between Staff, Council and the applicant regarding a closing time, clean-up and fencing of the area. The applicant stated that Meister's South Hill Liquor Store would supply Liquor Liability insurance. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the permit for a beer wagon for the pre-reunion party for the Class of '78 on the north side of the bridge in Lowell Park, contingent on compliance with the Police Chief, fencing, clean-up and denial of permit, if conditions are not followed. (All in favor). 5. Chris White & Mike Morrison, Stillwater Chamber of Commerce - Request for Fundin~ to Sup~ort Current Tourlsm Fundlng Ms. Wh te and Mr. Morrlson explalned thelr request, stating it was a continuation of funding requested last year, to help support the services the Chamber provides for the tourism industry. Also discussed was the need to find a long term solution to support this industry, such as a touri sm tax. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Mayor Hooley to support the Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce in the their request for funding in the amount of $6,000. (Ayes - 2; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick). STAFF REPORTS L 'Fl nance Di rector - Fuel Purchaslng Cost r 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Regular Meeting r' Ms. Deblon presented a report on the cost of purchasing fuel for City use at local gas stations. She stated the price per gal. at present is approximately $1.00 per gal. with the pump price at $1.12 per gal. Public Works Director Junker stated that the tanks at the Public Works garage need to be replaced. It was suggested that the pump system have a trial period of one year. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the purchase of fuel for City vehicles from Fina for a trial period of one year. (All in favor). 2. Police Chief - Squad Car Graphics Motion by Councllmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the cost of $1,400 to redo the graphics for the squad cars. (All in favor). Portable Radios Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to authorize the purchase of three additional portable radios for the Police Dept. in the amount of $2,112. (All in favor). Purchase of Bicycle for Patrol Officer Chlef Beberg requested to purchase a Trek bicycle at a cost of $955.15 and Council discussed the high cost of this item, suggesting one could be purchased at a lesser cost. Chief Beberg noted that this brand is the only one used for this type of activity, adding that the above amount includes the extras such as lights, helmet and car carrier. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to authorize the purchase of a bicycle for the Police Dept., at a lesser cost, preferably at a local dealer and by obtaining three 'quotes. (All in favor). Employment of Part-Time Police Officer Motion by Councflmember"BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Dan Crimmins as a Part-Time Police Officer. (Resolution No. 93-116). Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays ~ None Possible Dis~osal of Old Squad Cars Motion by Councl member Cummlngs, seconded by Mayor Hooley to retain the old police cars to park downtown for exposure on a trial basis. 2; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick). two of (AYes - r- 3 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Regular Meeting 3. Public Works Director - Award of Bld for Resurfacing of tennis courts & basketball court Motion by CounCllmember Cummlngs, seconded by Councilmember BodloV1Ck to adopt the appropriate resolution awarding the bid for resurfacing of nine tennis courts and one basketball court to Bituminous Consulting in the amount of $50,625.00. (Resolution No. 93-177) r Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 4. Fire Chief - ~urchase of new Cutter Unit for Hurst Rescue Tool Motion by Councllmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councllmember Cummings to authorize the purchase of a new Cutter Unit for the Hurst Rescue Tool in the amount of $3,200. (All in favor). 5. City Planner - Update on Open Si~ns, Etc. Ordinance Amendment Ms. Pung-Terwedo rought Council up to date on the proposed Sign Ordinance amendment; She suggested Council adopt a Resolution allowing the open signs for a trial period of one year. Diane Rollie, representing Downtown business people, stated they can't all agree on the content of the ordinance amendment. A Downtown businessman concurred, adding that businesses should be limited to one item -- either the open sign or furniture. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution approving temporary signage and street furniture in the Downtown for a period of six months, on a trial basis. (Resolution No. 93-118) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 6. City Engineer - ~lemental Agreement No. 17 Motiom-by Councllmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution approving Supplemental Agreement No. 17, for Johnson Bros. Corp. for Downtown construction in the amount of $19,357. (Resolution No. 93-119) r \ Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None Application for Payment No.2 (Final) - So. Main Lift Station 4 (' r r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded approve Application for Payment No. 2/Final replacement for the So. Main Lift Statton. by Councilmember Cummings to Payment for pumps & valve (All in favor). RECESS Motlon by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to recess the meeting at 6:26 P.M. (All in favor). ATTEST:};)~~ Resolutions: No. 93-116 - Employment of Part-Time Police Officer, Dan Crimmins. No. 93~117 - Award of Bid to Bituminous Consulting, Inc. for resurfacing of tennis courts & basketball court. No. 93-118 - Modification of Open Signs & Furniture for Downtown Business persons. No. 93-119 - Approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 17 for Downtown Improvements, L.I. 257. 5 o RECESSED MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL "MINUTES July"6, 1993 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, and Mayor Hooley. Councilmembers Funke and Kimble Absent: Press: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Consulting Engineer Moore Comm. Dev. Director Russell Planning Comm. Chair Fontaine Code Enforcement Officer Miller City Clerk Johnson Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik; Stillwater Gazette Mark Herwig, St. Croix Valley Press Residents of Jinja, Uganda, Clayton Patterson, Jim Lammers, Tom Warth, Chuck Dougherty, Richard Kilty, Martha &'Duane Hubbs, Ed Cain, Michael Meyer, Dave Majeski, Joan Schaefer, Jill Greenhalph, Dan McKenzie, Jeff Griffith. Also Present: Others: r APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of June 2, 1993 as presented. (All in favor). Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the minutes of the Special & Regular Meetings of June 15, 1993 as presented. (All in favor). INDIVIDUALS, DELEGATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS 1. Tom Warth & Delegatlon from Jinja,Uganda - Stillwater Sister City. Tom Warth,representing the Stillwater Llons organizatlon, lntroduced guests from Jinja, Uganda, in town for the International Lions Convention, to Council, Staff and residents. Mayor Hooley and Council formerly recognized Jinja as Stillwater's Sister City. 2. Cl~ton Patterson - Third Annual St. Croix Valley Civil War Muster. Motion-by Councllmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councllmember Cummlngs to approve the request of Clayton Patterson proclaiming Saturday, Oct. 9, 1993 as Sgt. Sam Bloomer Day, authorizing ceremonies regarding the Third Annual St. Croix Valley Civil War Muster in Lowell Park and consideration of naming the r , 1 ~ r r , Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting Levee Road Sam Bloomer Way when the entire Council is present. (All in favor). 3. Introduction of Code Enforcement Officer Leo Miller Mayor Hooley lntroduced Leo Mlller, the new Code Enforcement Officer for the City of Stillwater and Officer Miller explained the regulations for processing Code Enforcement complaints. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ThlS ls"the day and time for continuation of the Public Hearing to consider a 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., Case No. V/93-17, Michael & Sheryl Meyer, Applicants. Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on April 23, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. Michael Meyer, applicant, explained his request, stating he has hired a Civil Engineer to review the property for erosion, etc. and how he could solve the problems for less cost. The decision for approval will also be considered by the DNR. Comm. Dev. Director Russell stated the Planning Commission approved the case, and Molly Shodeen, of the DNR, forwarded a letter regarding the their concerns. He listed seven conditions of approval. Mayor Hooley closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the request for a variance to the front yard setback requirement (30 ft. required, 12 ft. requested) and the slope development standard (no . development on slopes over 12%) for construction of a 20 ft. attached garage at 118 Lakeside Dr., located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist. & Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., as conditioned, Case No. V/93-17, Michael & Sheryl Meyer, Applicants. (All in favor). 2. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Variance to the Sign Ordinance for construction of a 19 sq. ft. sign on a canopy of an existing building located in the Two-Family Residential, RB, Zoning Dist., 808 No. 4th St., Case No. V/93-34, Consolidated Lumber Co, Applicant. Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on June 25, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. Dave Majeski, representing Consolidated Lumber, explained they are requesting to move their sign up onto the canopy and make it larger. Mr. 2 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting Russell stated they are requesting to replace a 12 sq. ft. sign with a 19 sq. ft. sign in a residential area, but it is set back from the street and would be less intrusive to the neighborhood. Mr. Fontaine stated the request was approved by the Planning Commission. Mayor Hooley closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the request for a variance to the Sign Ordinance for construction of a 19 sq. ft. sign on a canopy of an existing building located in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist., 808 No. 4th St., Case No. V/93-34, Consoltdated Lumber Co., Applicant. (All in favor). 3. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Minor Subdivision of lots 17, 18 & 19, Churchill & Nelson's 2nd Add., by adding a 5 ft x 150 ft. parcel to Lots 6,7 & 8, Churchill & Nelson's 2nd Add., located in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist., 311 E. Burlington St., Case No. SUB/93-35, Edna Andrewson, Applicant. Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on June 25, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Russell stated this case was continued to the meeting of July 20 because the applicant was not present. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to continue to July 20, 1993 meeting the request for a minor subdivision of lots 17, 18 & 19, Churchill & Nelson's 2nd Add., by adding a 5 ft. x 150 ft. parcel to 10ts-6, 7 & 8, Churchill & Nelson's 2nd Add., located in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist., 311 E. Burlington St., Case No. SUB/93~35, Edna Andrewson, Applicant. (All in favor). 4. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a a Special Use Permit for operation of a painting business out of a residence at 507 W. Maple St. in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist., Case No. SUP/93-36, Forrest Cole; 'Applicant. Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on June 25, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to continue to the July 20, 1993 meeting the request for a special use permit for operation of a painting business out of a residence at 507 W. Maple St., in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist., Case No. SUP/93-36, Forrest Cole, applicant. (All in favor). - 5. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Resub- 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting division of two lots, (2.48 acres), into three lots of .65 acres, .75 acres, and 1.18 acres, "located in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist. at 1023 No. Broadway, Case No. SUB/93-37, Robert McGarry, Applicant. Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on June 25, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. r Jim Lammers, representing the McGarry's, explained that they own 13 private lots on No. Broadway and the buyers of the property want to buy only part of the property. The purpose of the request is to square off the lot lines. The Planning"Commission reviewed the request and suggested several recommendations. Mr. Lammers presented an amendment to the suggested conditions, such as a Development Agreement and connections to sanitary sewer. Mayor Hooley read the petition received from neighbors which stressed no construction of duplexes in the neighborhood. Brian Palmer, 1005 No. First St., stated he owns property on No. Broadway and Mr. McGarry stated he would pay for costs of extending the sewer and water system. This should be added to the conditions. Mr. Fontaine stated the Planning Commission approved the request and Mr. McGarry agreed to put in the main line with other property owners paying the hook-up charge. Further discussion followed and Mayor Hooley closed the public hearing. - Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution approving a resubdivision of two lots, (2.48 acres), into three lots of .65 acres, .75 acres and 1.18 acres, located in the Two-Family Residential RB Zoning Dist., 1023 No. Broadway, as conditioned, Case-No. SUB/93-37, Robert McGarry, Applicant. (Resolution No. 93-126) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays ~ None 6. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Minor Subdivision adding the south 10 ft. of Lot 4, Block 3, Thompson, Parker & Mower's 2nd Add. to Lot 6 of the same addition located in the Two-Family Residential, RB, Zoning Dist., at 229 No. Everett St., Case No. StlB/93-38, Betty Swanson, Applicant. Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on June 25, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. Joan Schaefer, representing Betty Swanson, stated Ms. Swanson is requesting an additional ten ft. be added to her property from property to the north which she owns. Mr. Fontaine stated the request was approved by the Planning Commission. Mayor-Hooley closed the public hearing. 4 r' , r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution approving a minor subdivision adding the south 10 ft. of Lot 4, Block 3, Thompson, Parker & Mower's 2nd Add. to Lot 6 of the same addition located in the Two-Family Residential RB Zoning Dist., 229 No. Everett St., Case No. SUB/93-38, Betty Swanson, Applicant. (Resolution No. 93-125) AYes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 7. This is the day and time for the Public Hearing to consider a Special Use Permit & Variance to the Bed & Breakfast" Ordinance (another Bed & Breakfast is located within 900 ft) to conduct a four-guest room Bed & Breakfast at 1306 So. Third St. located in the Two-Family Residential, RB Zoning Dist., Case NO.SUP/V/93-39, John G. & Elizabeth Hilpisch, Applicants. . Notice of the hearing was published in The Gazette on June 25, 1993 and mailed to affected property owners. Mr. Russell stated this was considered by the Planning Commission and additional information was needed before a decision can be made. They recommended this case be continued until the July 20, 1993 Council" Meeti ng. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to continue to the July 20, 1993 meeting the request for a special use permit & variance to the Bed & Breakfast Ordinance (another bed & breakfast is located within 900 ft) to conduct a four-guest room Bed & Breakfast at 1306 So. Third St., in the Two-Family Residential RB Zoning"Dist.~ Case No. SUB/V/93-39, John G. & Elizabeth Htlpisch, Applicants. (All in favor). UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. -'Continuation - Possible second readin of amendment to the Si n Ordinance to perml pen gns, ase o. -. ecommen at on rom a regarding temporary signage & street furniture in the Downtown Area.) Motion by Councllmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councllmember cummings to deny the amendment to the Sign Ordi nance to permi t "open si gns", Case No. ZAT /93-1. (See Resolution No. 93-118 passed at the 1st meeting authorizing open signs & 9arious furniture on a six-month trial basis). (All in favor). 2. Possible a roval of Solid Waste A reement. lSCUSSlon lnc u e concern a a u ouncil be present before this item is considered for a vote. It was noted that a quorum is present. Mr. Kriesel outlined the changes which include establishing a rate of $9.00 per unit for multi-dwelling units; a snowbird clause which changes 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting the rate to $5.00 per mo. for a resident's absence from the City for three months or more. Discussion followed regarding weekend clean-up days. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Mayor Hooley to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the Solid Waste Collection Agreement, as amended and dated June 28, 1993. (Resolution No. 93-120) r Ayes - Councilmember Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - Councilmember Bodlovick. 3. Possible first readin of amendment to the Noise Ordinance allowin contractors to star at : Motion by Councilmember BOdlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the first reading of an amendment to Chap. 38.04 entitled Noise Control & Regulation as it relates to starting time of Contractors. (All in favor) . 4. First readin of amendment of Zonin Ordinance, Cha . 31.01 e annln omm. as lna ec s on u or y or cer a n annln 'p'erm s. ' Mr. Russell explained that this ordinance allows the Planning Commission to become the final decision makers for planning cases and if there is an appeal, then it will come to Council for that action. A $25 fee would be charged for an appeal. Richard Kilty, 118 W. Oak St., protested the filing fee for the appeals process. City Attorney Magnuson stated the fee doeS not make it unfair -- this kind of fee is also charged by District Court. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the first reading of an ordinance amendment to Chap. 31.01, establishing the Planning Commission as Final Decision Authority for certain planning permits. (All in favor). - the in 6. Resolution settin fees subdivision rev ews. Mr. Russell presented the listing of fees for the various permit requests. He explained further that resubdivisions do not apply to park dedication. r 6 r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution amending City Code Chap. 30.01, setting fees for processing Planning Permit reviews & appeals of the City of Stillwater. (Resolution No. 93-121) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None r Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the first reading of an amendment to Parking Ordinance 51.01 and 51.02 relating to parking in downtown. (All in favor). 2. Resolution establishing Parking Zone Regulations in the Central Business Dist. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution designating Stillwater Parking Zone Regulations. (Resolution No. 93-122) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 3. Cha . 31.01, Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to have a first reading of an ordinance requiring storm water management practices. (All in favor). setbacks for steeply 5. Possible award of bid for Simms' House. r 7 F Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting r Mr. Kriesel reported that three bids were received -- with a high bid of $41,000 which does not conform to the specifications of the bid requirements because the bidder may not restore the house as required. The apparent high bid was for $31,000 and conforms to the specifications. A suggestion was made to negotiate with another person for restoration of house, followed by a sale and profits shared. Jeff Griffith, the low bidder at $28,500, stated their intent would be to restore the building. He is active in the Rivertown Restoration organi zati on. Jill Greenhalph, bidder of $31,000, stated she and her husband are very interested in fixing up the house and it would be owned by a single family. Duane Hubbs, 626 No. Fourth St., stated the City has invested a large sum of money in the property and the bids received in terms of reconstruction are correct. It would be a travesty to let it be torn down. The reconstructive costs would be approximately $70,000. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick to reject all bids for sale of the house at 410 No. 4th St. and readvertise. The motion died for lack of a second. Motion by Mayor Hooley, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to continue the discussion for possible sale of the house at 410 No. 4th St. until the July 20, 1993 meeting. (All in favor). 6. Possible award of bid for abatement of asbestos material from West Win of r. 1!ffi. Mayor HOoley abstained from any discussion of this item. City Attorney Magnuson noted that Council cannot take action on this item because of lack of a quorum. Council delayed action on the award of bid for removal of asbestos from the west wing of the old Jr. High School until a meeting of the Council when a quorum will be present. Council recessed for five minutes and reconvened at 9:25 P.M. STAFF REPORTS (continued) -City Coordinator Preventive Maintenance Contract Renewal Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to renew the preventative maintenance contract for the heating & air conditioning systems for City Hall and Library with Equipment Supply, Inc.; and approving a proposal from Johnson Controls to provide temperature control improvements to City Hall and Library. (All in favor). r- 8 F'" Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting adopt r Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None Regulating Boatins on Long Lake Mr. Kriesel state the C1ty received a letter from residents on Marine Circle concerned about boating on Long Lake because private property has been damaged and asked the City to take action. He suggested directing the City Attorney to review an ordinance amendment for control with any action to be in conjunction with the Township. Dan McKenzie, 732 Nightingale Blvd., stated there has been public boating on Long Lake for many years and he has cut some of the trees for access to the lake. Also, he erected the dock on City property in 1974 and there has been no concern until now. There is no evidence that any of this has done any harm and he has followed DNR regulations. He is requesting a permit for the dock at this time. Discussion followed regarding erosion and noise from boats. A man living on the south end of Long Lake stated his number one concern is wildlife. He has seen more wildlife and the water is clearer now than ever. The City encompasses only a small portion of the property surrounding the lake and any ordinance would be hard to regulate. Mr. Kriesel suggested this item be reviewed by the Park and Recreation Commission for permitting of docks and other concerns and to make a recommendation to Council after review. e questionnaire and return to him. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the Consent Agenda of July 6, 1993, including the following: (All in favor) . 1. Directin~ Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 93-114). Ayes - Counc1lmembers Bodlovick; Cummings and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 2. The following Contractors' Licenses: Able Fence, Inc. Fenc1ng Renewa 1 r- 9 I' Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting 114 E. Acker St. St. Paul, Mn. 55117 Jeanetta & Sons Excavating 4689 Geneva Ave. No. Oakdale, Mn. 55128 3. Excavators Renewal _ Jon Graybill, The Ele hant Walk Bed & 4. Request for Wine & Beer License - Larry Gerboth, Country Kitchen, 2082 So. Greeley st. " " 5. Submit Claim from Karen Proulx to insurance carrier. 6. Submit Claim from Mike & Julie provos to insurance carrier. r 7. Set Public Hearin date of July 20, 1993 for the followin Plannin a. ase o. anne neve opmen erm1 or a , sq. ft. commercial development on a portion of a 67.8 acre parcel of land located on the northeast quadrant of Highway 36 & Co. Rd. #5 in the Bus.Pk.-Comm. Dist.. BP-C, Zoning Dist., Target & Super Valu, applicants. b. Case No. SUB/93-24 - A Subdivision of a 67.8 acre parcel into 9 lots, 7 developable, ranging in size from 10.34 acres to 1.42 acres located on the northeast quadrant of Highway 36 & Co. Rd. #5 in the Bus.pk.-Comm., BP-C, Zoning Dist., Target & Super Valu, applicants. c. Case No. V/93-42 - Variance to height requirement for construction of a single-family residence next to and north of 807 No. 4th St. in the Duplex Residential, RB Dist., ~ & Tim Stefan, applicants. d. Case No. DR/93-14 - Design Permit for exterior renovation of the Commander Elevator for retail use in the Central Bus. Dist., CBD, Downtown Plan Dist., Mike McGuire, applicant. ,- 10 r I'"' r \ Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting 2. sales. 3. 4. ermission to hold Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the route for the Sesquicentennial Pro-Am Cycling Race for the City of Stillwater. (All in favor). 5. 6. A~plication to state for funds for walkway between Croixwood Blvd. & New H1gh SchOOl. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve participation in the construction of a Walkway between Croixwood Blvd and the New High School. (All in favor). 7. had on the 8. 9. Memo from Downtown Council re uestin use of Pioneer Park for Music on the ater ron . Motion by Mayor Hooley, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the use of Pioneer Park for the first few concerts of "Music on the Waterfront" series due to flooding of Lowell Park. (All in favor). 11 r Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting to Polka r" I COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Charter Comm1ssion Meetin , July 7, 1993 ayor 00 ey repor eta tear er ommission has invited him to a meeting on Wednesday, July 7 on land use regulations. He requested Council permission to deny services of the Staff for the Commission if they are extensive. Council concurred. Discussion of Visitor Tax Mayor Hooley requested permission to allow the Mayor and Staff to write to the Legislature to enact a law permitting the City of Stillwater to put in place a visitor tax of 3%. It was noted that the Downtown Council would like to stuqy this idea and it was continued. Report on Animal Shelter Mayor Hooley noted that time did not permit assembling an ad hoc committee for stuqy of thi s item. STAFF REPORTS (Continued) Consult1ng Engineer Mr. Moore reported that the county is taking bids for construction of County Road 64/McKusick Road tomorrow with construction to start about September 1. City Engineer Position Mr. Kriesel expla1ned the recommendation to hire a registered professional engineer for the position of Supt. of Public Works. It was not budgeted for in 1993, but will be considered for 1994. Mayor Hooley suggested using a consulting firm to screen the applications and candidates. Discussion followed. Councilmember Bodlovick requested continuance of this item until the full Council is present. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Mayor Hooley to proceed on the proposal for employment of a City Engineer for the City of Stillwater. (Ayes _ 2; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick). Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Hooley to approve obtaining a Consulting Co. to perform screening of applicants for City Engineer position. (Ayes - 2; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick). Staff will come back to Council with a contract for a Consulting firm. r I 12 (" r r l Stillwater City Council Minutes July 6, 1993 Recessed Meeting ad hoc committee, ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Cummings, adjourn the meeting at 10:40 P.M. seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to (All in favor). ATTEST: ()),J 7h~~ ~d~AM~ Resolutions: No. 93-114 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 93~120 - Approval of Solid Waste Agreement. No. 93-121 - Setting fees for certain Planning Cases. No. 93-122 - Establishing Parking Zone regulations in Downtown. No. 93-123 - Wage increase for Byrdie Beberg. No. 93-125 - Minor Subd. of property for Betty Swanson, 229 N. Everett St. No. 93-126 - Resubdivision of property for Robt. McGarry, 1023 N. Broadway. 13