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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-11-16 CC MIN o REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES November 16, 1993 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cwnmings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley. Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Consulting Engineer Moore Comm. Dev, Director Russell Finance Director Deblon Public Works Director Junker Fire Chief Seim City Clerk Johnson Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette r Others: Ed Cain, Marcia Kilbourne, Ron Langness, Brian Longseth, Arnold Jirik, Mark Oftedahl. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS I. Presentation of olaQue to Stillwater Elks Club. This item was continued until the next regular meeting. 2. Request to save & restore two arches from the West Winl! of Jr. H.S. Ms. Patricia Hansen, 510 Quarry Lane, representing the Rivertown Restoration Committee, was present to request Council support in restoring the two arches from the West Wing of the Jr. High School, which is being demolished. They are willing to donate $500 of committee funds toward this purpose. Council stated one of the arches has been sold, but the other one will be disassembled and stored in the Public Works garage to be used elsewhere in the City at a later date. 3. Arnold Jirik - Discussion of concerns rel!ardinl! City Arnold Jirik, 1940 So. Greeley St., was present to state concerns and a request to have a state audit of City books, concerns regarding the award of a contract to Camiros to assist in the Compo Plan update, require all elected officials and department heads to submit a financial disclosure form, to meet the requirements of the American Disability Act, and the allocation of budgeted items to other parts of the City as well as the downtown. Council r 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 answered Mr, Jirik's concerns, but no action was taken. 4. Ed Cain. Discussion of Dossible funding for the S.E. SanitarY Sewer Proiect Ed Cain, Legislative Associates, Inc., was present to report on the possibility of obtaining funding for the S.E. Sanitary Sewer Project, L.t 285. Mr. Cain stated it would be difficult to obtain funding for the whole project, and suggested it be divided into two sections and combined with a similar project on the north hill. Ms. Deblon stated that the City previously fmanced half of the project with a bond issue and discussion of this followed. Mr. Cain said that combining the two projects would improve the ratio of low and moderate income families which would facilitate possible funding, The cost to employ Mr, Cain in this project was also discussed. Mr. Moore stated the steps taken to date. To pursue special funding would significantly change the action and timetable for the project. Mr. Moore also explained that the City recently took bids for the project, L.t 285 and explained the City cannot award that bid tonight because MSA standards for "targeted group business" must be met which will take more time, r Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution ordering preparation of a Feasibility Study for the North End Project. (Resolution No. 93-219) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke directing Ed Cain and Finance Director Deblon to develop a report regarding funding for the S.B- Area Project and Mr. Cain's cost for services with a report to Council at the next meeting. (All in favor). Brian Longseth, 518 E. Burlington, requested that Council listen to the residents because of the high cost of this project and that they would like to receive funding to help with the project. Mike Bealka, 1204 Third Ave, So., requested information on the amount of the bids received and Mr. Moore answered. He also stated people still have a concern regarding the assessment and a fair number of people may appeal the assessment. Mark Oftedahl, 1024 Fifth Ave. so., stated he purchased his home for $72,000 one & one- half years ago, has made some improvements and will never receive the amount he has put into the house if this project goes through and he is assessed. r 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 Mr, Beallca stated several years ago he put in a new septic system on the advice of the Public Works Director and wanted to know why the people having trouble with the system can't do the same. Mr. Moore explained that the septic systems have been moved so many times they are running out of room to place them, Council recessed and reconvened at 9:00 P.M. 5. Recommendations for $1.055.000 Refunding Bonds (Oak Glen Imorovements). Ron Langness, Springsted, Inc" explained the background of this project and Council discussion followed. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing issuance & sale of $1,055,000 G.O, Improvement Refunding Bonds for the Oak Glen Project (Resolution No, 93-218) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None STAFF REPORTS r 1. Consulting Engineer - McKusick Road Proiect Mr. Moore stated he has written a letter to the Washington Co. Public Works Dept explaining Council concerns that this project be completed before the snow flies. Everett Street Lift Station Mr. Moore explained they have reviewed the maintenance records for the Lift Station and found the City has maintained it properly. 2. Public Works Director - Clean-uo on Highwav 95 So. Mr. Junker reported that the "Sentence to Serve" people have been cutting brush and the clean-up is on schedule. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Possible second reading of ordinance amending Ordinance No. 755 relating to greasetraos. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to have a second reading and enactment of an ordinance amending the City Code in respect to inspections of properties to determine the separation of sanitary & storm sewer connections and greasetrap installation and to provide enforcement of same. (Ordinance No. 781) r 3 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 Ayes - Councilrnembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 2. Continuation of Marcia Kilbourne's reauest for waiver of assessments on Deemath orooertv . Mr. Moore explained and that he and the Public Works Director met with Ms. Kilbourne at the site to discuss development of the vacant lot. Sewer and water service are provided, but drainage appears to be a problem since there are several depressions on the property and s1eep banks with a lot of run-off toward No. 266 and No. 260 Deer Path Ct. Several recommendations were made which could be expensive for the property owners. Marcia Kilbourne was present and stated that the homeowner already has water standing on his property which is not caused by this lot condition. She would like to build and contribute to the tax base of the City. She suggested the "moat" system Motion by Councilmember Funke to deny a building permit to Marcia Kilbourne for the property located at the comer of Olive St. and Deerpath and approve an elevation study of the lot by the Consulting Engineers. The motion died for lack of a second. r Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilrnember Funke to deny the request of Marcia Kilbourne for waiver of assessments on the lot located on the comer of Olive St. and Deerpath. (All in favor). City Attorney Magnuson stated if this person bought the property at an auction, and she paid all assessments, she could get a building permit. He advised that possibly the City should acquire the property and declare it open space. Council also discussed ways to control the drainage on this lot if a building permit is taken out. Another issue discussed was the public safety of the lot at this particular comer of Olive St. Ms, Kilbourne asked if the taxes could be spread over ten years and Mr. Kriesel stated that the lot would have to be reassessed with the time for payments discretionary on Council's part. Motion by Councilrnember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to do nothing regarding the above mentioned property and let the system run its course. Ayes - 2; Nays - 3, Councilrnembers Kimble, Funke and Mayor Hooley; Motion failed. Council stated they would be inclined to spread the assessment over five years ins1ead of the ten years requested. NEW BUSINESS 1. Aoolication for Payment No. 1 to J & D Entemrises for demolition of West Wim!. r 4 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 Stillwater Jr. H.S. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve Application for Payment No, I to J & D Enterprises in the amount of $47,520,00 for demolition of the West Wing of Stillwater Jr. RS. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - I, Mayor Hooley). 2. Discussion of bids for Southeast Imorovement Proiect. L.t. 285, This item was discussed earlier by Mr. Moore under Mr. Cain's report. 3. Chane:e Order No.3 for Hie:hlands 4th Add.. L.t. 293. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve Change Order No.3 in the amount of $1,116.36 for Highlands 4th Add., L.t. 293, (All in favor). 4. Aoolication for Pavrnent No.5. Hie:hlands 4th Add" L.t. 293. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve Application for Payment No.5, in the amount of $13,682.11, to Volk Sewer & Water for Highlands 4th Add. (All in favor). 5, Final olat aooroval of Hie:hlands 5th Add" Ground Develooment. SUB/93-60. r Community Development Director Russell stated this plat includes 45 lots with one remaining addition to be completed. The developer has applied for a grading permit for the remainder of the site, it is consistent with the Preliminary Plat, and the conditions of approval were discussed. Extensive discussion followed on who oversees that the grading plans are followed and included a possible moratorium on the 5th Addition until the drainage and elevations are corrected on previous plats. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick directing staff to present a plan for inspection of grading before building permits are issued to allay drainage problems. (All in favor). Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the Final Plat for Highlands of Stillwater, 5th Add, as conditioned. (Ayes - 2; Nays - 3, Councilmembers Cummings, Funke and Mayor Hooley; Motion failed). Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to continue the request for Final Plat for Highlands of Stillwater, 5th Add, until the next meeting. (All in favor). CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the r 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 Consent Agenda of November 16, 1993, including the following: (All in favor), 1. Directim!. Pavment of Bills (Resolution No. 93-216) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None 2. The followim! Licenses: Contractor's Licenses Horak, Inc. Moving & Wrecking Renewal 226 Third Ave. So. Buildings Bayport, Mn. 55003 Metro Utilities, Inc. Excavators Renewal 3025 Harbor Ln. #221 Plymouth, Mn. 55447 1994 Off Sale Beer Licenses Food-n-Fuel Renewal 1101 North Owens Street Brook's Superette Renewal f" 2289 Croixwood Blvd Tom Thumb Store Renewal 2601 Orleans Street 1994 On Sale Beer Licenses Country Kitchen Renewal 2082 South Greeley Street The Brunswick Inn Renewal Duane and Martha Hubbs 114 East Chestnut Street 1994 Wine Licenses Ann Bean House Bed and Breakfast Renewal Bruce and Victoria Brillhart 319 West Pine Street The Elephan1 Walk Rita Joe Graybill 80 1 West Pine Street Renewal/Transfer Charles Dougherty Renewal r 6 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 The Rivertown Inn 306 West Olive Street COWltry Kitchen 2082 South Greeley Street Renewal The Brunswick Inn Duane and Martha Hubbs 114 East Chestnut Street Renewal William SaWltry Mansion Duane and Martha Hubbs 626 North Fourth Street Renewal 1994 Club Licenses American Legion Post 103 South Third Street Renewal Stillwater COWltry Club 1421 North Fourth Street Renewal r Stillwater Elk's Lodge #179 279 East Myrtle Street Renewal Stillwater Knights of Columbus 1910 South Greeley Street Renewal 1994 Off Sale Liquor Licenses Kinsel's Inc 119 East Chestnut Street Renewal Vittorio's 402 South Main Street P.O. Box 437 Renewal R & R Liquor 1971 South Greeley Street Renewal 1994 On Sale and Sunday Liquor Licenses Vittorio's 402 South Main Street P.O. Box 437 Renewal I"" 7 Stillwater City Council Minutes r Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 Mad Capper Saloon Renewal 224 South Main Street Stillwater River Inn Renewal dba Pappy's on the River P.O. Box 463 Dock Cafe Renewal 225 East Nelson 1994 Cigarette Licenses Nelson's Dairy Renewal 902 W Olive Street Tom Thumb Renewal 2501 West Orleans Street Vittorio's Renewal 402 South Main Street P.O. Box 437 r Fina Renewal 1750 South Greeley Fina Renewal 103 North Main CUB Foods Renewal 2001 Washington Ave North Mad Capper Saloon Renewal 224 South Main Street Erickson Post Renewal 2500 West Orleans Stillwater River Inn Renewal dba Pappy's on the River 422 East Mulberry Street Hooley's Renewal r- 8 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 405 East Myrtle Street COUNCIL REOUEST ITEMS 1. Meetin!! with Oak Park Hei!!hts Mayor Hooley reported that the City of Oak Park Heights Council has requested to meet with the Stillwater City Council. Council scheduled a Special Meeting with Oak Park Heights for Dec. 6, 1993, 7:00 P.M. in the Stillwater City Hall Council Chambers. STAFF REPORTS (continued) City Coordinator Resi!!nation of City Clerk Johnson City Coordinator Kriesel reported that Ms, Johnson will be retiring at the end of January and requested to follow through with advertising for the City Clerk position. Council concurred. Efficiencv Studv Mr. Kriesel initiated discussion of this item. Council scheduled a Workshop Meeting on the Efficiency Study in the City Hall Council Chambers for 4:30 P.M., Nov. 30, 1993. r Community Develooment Director Plans & Soecs. Award of Bid for West Jr. H.S. Parkin!! Lot Mr. Russell requested to place this item on the agenda for November 30 and Council concurred. Mayor Hooley abstained. City Clerk Commission & Committee Aooointments for 1994 Ms. Johnson asked for Council direction for the above item. Motion by Mayor Hooley, seconded by Councilrnember Kimble directing the City Attorney to draft a policy for appointments to Committees & Commissions by Wards. (Ayes - 4; Nays - I, Councilrnember Bodlovick). Desi!!nation of Le!!al Newsoaoer for 1994 Motion by Councilrnember Funke, seconded by Council member Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution designating the Stillwater Gazette as the legal newspaper for the City of Stillwater for 1994. (Resolution No. 93-221) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Funke, Kimble and Mayor Hooley. Nays - None r 9 r r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting November 16, 1993 Council Reauest Items (continued) Team BuildiDl! WorkshoDs Councilmember Kimble initiated discussion of this item and Council suggested this may be an item for 1994. Petition for L.I. 285. S.E. SanitarY Sewer Proiect Council accepted the petition presented to seek further funding for this project. Letter from Duane Hubbs. Stillwater Revenue Committee Mayor Hooley initiated discussion of the request for appointment of a liaison from the City Council to replace Mayor Hooley, who resigned. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Cummings directing Staff to reply to a letter from Duane Hubbs regarding the City Liaison Subcommittee of the Stillwater Revenue Committee. (All in favor.) ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adjourn the meeting at 11 :00 P.M. (All in favor). A1TIST~ ~ CIT CLERK Resolutions: No. 93-216 No. 93-218 No. 93-219 No. 93-221 Directing Payment of Bilk Oak Glen Refunding Bonds. Ordering Feasibility Study for No. End Project. Designating Gazette as Legal Newspaper for 1994. 10