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Home My WebLink About1993-12-07 CC MIN REGULAR HEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL HINUTES December 7, 1993 4:30 p.m. r The meeting was called to order by Hayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley. Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Hagnuson Finance Director Deblon Police Chief Beberg Public Works Director Junker Building Official Zepper Consulting Engineer Hoore Comm. Dev. Director Russell Recording Secretary Schaubach Others: Lynn Bertalmio, Shawn Draper, Jim Kellison, Bob Utecht, Vern Stefan, James Laskin, Diane Rollie, Chuck Dougherty, and John Hall Press: Sharon Baker, The Courier Hike Harsnik, Stillwater Gazette r INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS 1. Lynn Bertalmio, Library Director, presented a request for release of remaining 1993 capital outlay funds. Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to release the remaining capital outlay funds for the Library to purchase equipment for the Periodicals Citation Project, software for the magazine indexing service, door levers to replace doorknobs and installation of automatic door openers in the approximate amount of $10,780. (All in favor) STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance Director - Workers Comoensation Insurance Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the retro-rated premium option for the workers compensation insurance policy for the period January 1, 1994 to January 1, 1995, with a minimum of $59,952 and maximum of $147,330. (All in favor) r Resolution Relatina to Financina of Certain ProDosed proiects Hotion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution relating to financing of certain proposed projects to be undertaken by the City of Stillwater and establishing compliance with reimbursement bond regulations under the Internal Revenue Code. (Resolution No. 93- 228) 1 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting December 7, 1993 Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Kimble, Funke, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None (Councilmember Cummings arrived) 2. Police Chief Purchase of TV and VCR Hotion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Bodlovick to approve the request by the Police purchase a Television/VCR combination at a cost of in favor) Councilmember Department to $532.50. (All No Parking Signs - North Side of Orleans st. Hotion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the placement of No Parking signs on the North side of Orleans Street from South 6th Street to Harriet Street. (Resolution No. 93-227) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None r' Light Standard - South Parking Lot at City Hall Hotion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the placement of a light standard in the south parking lot at City Hall. (All in favor) Reauest to Purchase Cooier Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the purchase of a copier for the Police Department at a cost of $5,467.71. (All in favor) Full-Time Certification for Officer Christooher Felsch Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution certifying Officer Christopher Felsch as a full-time employee. (Resolution No. 93- 232) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None ~ 3. Fire Chief - Purchase of Safety Gear Hotion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve the request by the Fire Department to purchase bunker pants for Ron Johnson and a new bunker coat and pants for George Ness at a total cost of $940. (All in favor) Purchase of New Comouter. Printer and Proarams Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember 2 r stillwater City Council Hinutes Regular Heeting December 7, 1993 Bodlovick to approve the request by the purchase a new computer, printer, and ISO pre-planning and training. (All in favor) Fire Department to accepted programs for Possible New ODen Burnina Ordinance Hotion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to have a first reading of an ordinance by title, amending the open burning law within the City. (All in favor) Reauest to Advertise for Volunteers Hotion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded Funke to approve the request by the Fire Chief two volunteer firefighters. (All in favor) by Councilmember to advertise for 4. Buildina Official - No report. 5. Public Works Director - No report. 6. Community DeveloDment Director Sizina of Lift Station at stillwater Market Place This item will be discussed at a later time. r 7. Consultina Enaineer - Liahtina on HcKusick Road Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to direct the City's Consulting Engineer to request a lighting plan for HcKusick Road from NSP. (All in favor) Final PaYment to HEW This item will be discussed at a later time. INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS (CONTINUED) 2. WorkshoD with Stillwater Revenue Proaram Committee. Council met with the Stillwater Revenue Program Committee to discuss a possible 3 percent sales tax. Spokesman for the Committee, Jim Kellison, reported that the Committee has been meeting since August, and he summarized the results of a survey of downtown business owners. City Staff reviewed recent expenditures to maintain and promote Downtown. Following further discussion, it was agreed that it would be beneficial to continue to have future workshops on the issue. RECESS Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, Funke to recess the meeting until seconded 7:00 p.m. by Councilmember (All in favor) r 3 r Stillwater City Council Regular Heeting December 7, 1993 Hinutes ATTEST: OL/rt~ 7n/z4 MAYOR / y-- ~~~ CfTY CLERK Resolutions: No. 93-227 - "No Parking" signs on north side of Orleans st. from So. 6th st. to Harriet st. No. 93-228 - Relating to Financing of certain proposed projects. No. 93-232 - Certifying Officer C. Felsch as full-time. Submitted by: Shelly Schaubach Recording Secretary r r 4 RECESSED HEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL HINUTES December 7, 1993 7:00 p.m. r The Heeting was called to order by Hayor Hooley. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Hagnuson Consultinng Engineer Moore Fire Chief Seim Building Official Zepper Finance Director Deblon Recording Secretary Schaubach Press: Hike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Hark Herwig, st. Croix Valley Press Others: Jonathon Conder, Nichole Zick, Lenart Anderson, Steven Fiterman, Richard Pierre r \ APPROVAL OF MINUTES Hotion by Councilmember Funke, to approve the minutes of the November 2, 1993, the Special the Regular Meeting of November seconded by Councilmember Kimble Regular and Recessed Meeting of Heeting of November 9, 1993, and 16, 1993. (All in favor) INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS AND COHHENDATIONS 1. Recoanition of Civil Air Patrol Cadets. Jonathan Conder and Nichole Zick, cadets of the Minnesota Civil Air Patrol, appeared before Council and explained their training and participation in the National Cadet Competition. 2. Presentation of Plaaue to Stillwater Elks Club. Fire Chief Seim presented a plaque to Lenart Anderson, representing the Stillwater Elks Club, in appreciation for their generous contributions to the City in its endeavors to lower the fire insurance rating. 3. Richard Pierre - Rick's Health ShOD. discussion of Dossible 3 Dercent sales tax. Hr. Pierre was not present at this time. r UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Resolution AdoDtina 1994 Budaet Hotion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate Resolution adopting the final budget for the year 1994 in the amount of $5,183,993. (Resolution No. 93- 230) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and 5 r stillwater City Council Hinutes Recessed Heeting December 7, 1993 Hayor Hooley Nays - None 2. Resolution AdoDtina 1994 Tax Levy Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate Resolution adopting the final tax levy for the year 1994 in the amount of $2,769,450. (Resolution No. 93-229) Ayes- Counci1members Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Mayor Hooley Nays - None 3. ReDort on Drocedures related to aradina/drainaae of lots. Staff reported on existing policies and procedures pertaining to grading and drainage for residential lots. steve Fiterman, developer of Highlands of Stillwater, also commented. Staff determined that current problems with drainage at the Highlands development were caused by the builder and/or homeowner. City Attorney Hagnuson suggested a provision be added to the existing ordinance prohibiting any alteration to a drainage pattern. r Hotion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to direct the City Attorney to review existing ordinances regarding filling drainage ways, and to draft a provision to the ordinance if one does not exist. (All in favor) 4. Continuation of final Dlat for Hiahlands 5th Addition. Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving the final plat for Highlands of Stillwater Fifth Addition. (Resolution No. 93-233) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Nays - None 5. Possible first readina Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick to table a first land Ordinance regarding meeting. (All in favor) of Shore land Ordinance. Kimble, seconded by Councilmember reading of an amendment to the Shore- vegetative cutting until the next 6. Possible first readina of an ordinance reaulatina Darkina in residential areas. Hotion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to have a first reading of an ordinance regulating storage in residential areas. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmembers Kimble and Funke. Motion failed due to lack of a 4/5ths majority) r PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS AND DELEGATIONS (CONTINUED) 6 r stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Heeting December 7, 1993 1. Hyrtle street Drainaae Proiect Julia Crumley, 108 S. 6th street, presented an objection to the $900 which will be assessed to her property for the Myrtle street Drainage Project. She stated that her property will not benefit from this project, and the pending assessment is affecting her ability to refinance her home. Staff informed her that the assessment will be reduced by 50 percent with HSA participation. Mrs. Christopherson, 6th and Myrtle, also stated her objection to her proposed assessment. Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to direct Staff to adjust the pending assessments by 50 percent for the Hyrtle Street Drainage Project based upon anticipated State-aid funds which will pay for 50 percent of the project. (All in favor) (Council recessed for 10 minutes and reconvened at 8:30 p.m.) r 2. Richard Pierre - Rick's Health Shoo Hr. Pierre, owner of a business at 217 N. 2nd Street, came before Council to express his objection to a proposed three percent sales tax. Mayor Hooley explained the purpose of the proposed tax and Hr. Pierre was informed that the City and a Downtown Tax Revenue Committee would be meeting in the future to discuss the sales tax. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (CONTINUED) 1. Possible aDDroval of aareement with st. Croix Animal Shelter. Hotion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving the agree- ment with the st. Croix Animal Shelter for housing animals, with the payment option of three equal payments of $6,603.80 over three years. (Resolution No 93-234) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Nays - None NEW BUSINESS 1. ADDroval of Addendum No. 4 to RecY~Aqa Aareement with Junker Recvclina. Hotion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving Addendum No. 4 to the Recycling Agreement with Junker Recycling, Inc. (Resolution No. 93-235) r Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Nays - None 7 r Stillwater City Council Hinutes Recessed Meeting December 7, 1993 Council set a meeting with Jim Junker for Tuesday, December 21, at 4:30 p.m. 2. Goodwill Industries Recyclina Grant. Motion by Councilmember BOdlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving the Memorandum of Continuance for 1993 with Goodwill Industries for recycling of household items, at a cost of $.50 per household. (Resolution No. 93-236) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Nays - None 3. First readina of an ordinance reauirina the licensina of businesses. Council discussed the purpose of the ordinance types of businesses should be licensed. It was that churches and "cottage businesses" should be There would be no penalty for noncompliance in year. and which determined excluded. the first r Hotion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to have a first reading of an ordinance requiring business licenses in the City with a $25 annual licensing fee, and directing staff to prepare a list of businesses in the City. (All in favor) 4. First readina of an ordinance modifyina aDen burnina reaulations. This item was heard at the 4:30 p.m. meeting. CONSENT AGENDA Hotion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to approve the Consent Agenda of December 7, 1993, including the following: (All in favor) 1. Directina Payment of Bills (Resolution No. 93-222 Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Nays - None 2. ADDllcations: 1994 On Sale and Sunday Liauor Licenses Renewa 1 r H. V. L., Inc. Hidden Valley Lounge 231 East Hyrtle Street Brine's Inc. 219 South Hain street Renewal 8 r stillwater City Council Hinutes Recessed Heeting December 7, 1993 st. Croix Club Bar and Restaurant, Inc. 423 South Hain Street J . L. H., Inc. John's Bar 302 South Main Street Trump's Grill and Bar 317 South Hain Street The Lowell Inn 102 North Second Street J.W. Harbor, Inc. 517 North Owens st. Croix Caters dba Cat Ballou's 110-112 North Hain Street r National Restaurants, Inc. dba Estaban's 324 South Hain Street On Sale Heister's Bar and Grill 901 South Fourth street 1994 Ciaarette Licenses River Oasis Cafe 806 South Main Street R , R Liquor 1971 South Greeley Street Kinsel's Liquor Store 118 East Chestnut street st. Croix Club Bar' Restaurant 423 South Hain Street Brine's, Inc. 219 South Main Street r J . L . H ., I nc . dba John's Bar 302 South Hain Street Brook's Food Market .26 2289 Croixwood Blvd. 9 Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewa 1 Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewa I Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewal Renewal r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Heeting December 7, 1993 Food-n-Fuel 1101 North Owens street Renewal Elk's Lodge .179 279 East Myrtle Street Renewal American Legion Post .48 101 South Third Street Renewal st. Croix Drug 132 South Main Street Renewal H . V . L ., I nc . Hidden Valley Lounge 231 East Hyrtle Street Renewal Trump's Grill and Bar 317 South Main Street Renewa 1 The Lowell Inn 102 North Second Street Renewal r J.W. Harbor, Inc. 517 North Owens Renewa 1 st. Croix Caters dba Cat Ballou;s 110-112 North Main Street Renewal Meister's Bar and Grill 901 South Fourth Street Renewal South Hill Liquor Store 117 West Churchill Street Renewa I stillwater Country Club, Inc. 1421 North Fourth street Renewal 11i4 Off Sale Liauor Licenses JLH Inc Renewal John's Bar 302 South Hain Street Eileen Me ister South Hill Liquor Store 117 West Churchill Street Renewal r Contractor's Licenses Asphalt Driveway Company Renewal 1212 E. Hwy 36 st. Paul, MN 55082 10 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting December 7, 1993 Attracta Sign 7420 West Lake Street st. Louis Park, HN 55426 Renewal J , D Enterprises, Inc. 5197 Lavaque Road Duluth, HN 55803 New Joe Miller Excavating 8644 Fawn Lake Drive NE Stacy, MN 55079 Renewal Ryan Construction Company of HN, Inc 900 2nd Ave S .700 Hinneapolis, MN 55402 New Vic Ric Construction Specialist 400 Luella st. Paul, MN 55119 New 3. 3.I.1b1n_lt___!,;.laim from Vera Hawkins for fence damaae. r COHHUNICATIONS/REQUESTS 1. GaDher Wheelmen reauest to conduct bicycle race. Motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Funke to approve the request by Gopher Wheelmen bicycle racing club to hold a bicycle race in downtown Stillwater in July of 1994, with the condition that they comply with Public Safety Department recommendations. (All in favor) 2. Establishment of Hiddle St. Croix Valley Plannina Advisory Committee. 3. Letter of aDDreciation of EXD10rer Scouts from Washinaton County Historic Courthouse Director. STAFF REPORTS (CONTINUED) 1. City Coordinator - Mr. Kriesel reminded Council of a meeting at 7:00 p.m. on December 14, with Hr. Langness. Citv Enaineer Position Motion by Counci1member Funke, seconded by Counci1member Cummings to approve K1ayton Eckles for the position of City Engineer. (All in favor) r Consultant Contract with Ed Cain for Citv Pr01ects. The City Attorney reviewed the proposed contract. Council amended the contract to require full Council approval of II r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Heeting December 7, 1993 other projects assigned to Hr. Cain. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving the contract, as amended, between the City and Ed Cain for consultant services. (Resolution No. 93-237) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, Funke, and Hayor Hooley Nays - None 2. Community DeveloDment Director - Harket Place Lift Station Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Funke to include the Stillwater Harket Place lift station sizing on the agenda at the next Council meeting. (All in favor) Heetina with Revenue Committee Council set a meeting with the Stillwater Revenue Committee for 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 14, 1993. r 3. Consu1tina Enaineer - Mayor Hooley abstained from discussion and action on this item. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate Resolution approving Final payment No. 3 for asbestos abatement, in the amount of $7,487. (Resolution No. 93-238) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Cummings, Kimble, and Funke Nays - None Abstain - Hayor Hooley COUNCIL REQUEST ITEHS Council Vice-Chair for 1994 Hotion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to appoint Councilmember Kimble as Council Vice-Chair for 1994. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick) Committee ADDointments Council will discuss commission vacancies and appointment procedures at the next meeting. ADJOURNHENT r Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Kimble to adjourn the meeting at 10:05 p.m. (All in favor) 12 r stillwater City Council Hinutes Recessed Heeting December 7, 1993 ATTEST: (1k.&,* HAYQR ~T~~ Resolutions: No. 93-222 - Payment of Bills No. 93-229 - Adopting Tax Levy for 1994 No. 93-230 - Adopting Budget for 1994 No. 93-233 - Approval of Final Plat for Highlands Fifth Add. No. 93-234 - Approval of Agreement with st. Croix Animal Shelter No. 93-235 - Approval of addendum No. 4 to Recycling Agreement No. 93-236 - Agreement with Goodwill Industries No. 93-237 - Approved amended contract with Ed Cain No. 93-238 - Final Payment for Asbestos Abatement Submitted by: r Shelly Schaubach Recording Secretary r 13