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Home My WebLink About1998-10-20 CC MIN ~. r REGULAR MEETING CITY OF STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 98-25 October 20, 1998 7:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble at 7:00 p.m. Present: Absent: Also Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Councilmember Thole (arrived 7:25 p.m.) City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson City Engineer Eckles Police Chief Dauffenbach Finance Director Deblon Community Development Director Russell City Clerk Weldon Press: Mark Brouwer, Stillwater Evening Gazette Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to approve the minutes of October 6, 1998, Regular and Recessed Meetings. All in favor. PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS r 1. Presentation of Stillwater Hwnan Rights Commission second annual Hwnan Rights Award to Louise Watson. Mayor Kimble presented a plaque to Louise Watson as recipient of the second annual Human Rights Award. 2. Proclaiming October 24th as Make a Difference Day - Accepted by Jennifer Fariss, Community Volunteer Service. Mayor Kimble presented a proclamation to Jennifer Fariss, Community Volunteer Service, proclaiming October 24th as Make a Difference Day, a national day of volunteering, in the City of Stillwater. STAFF REPORTS Chief Dauffenbach reported, in response to Council direction at the Oct. 6th meeting, he looked into the complaints that people were parking too close to the driveways on the south side of Cottage Drive. The curb has been painted yellow a distance back from both driveways. This should allow for safe access to both driveways without prohibiting on-street parking any further. Chief Dauffenbach also updated Council on the Market Place Car Wash noise issues. Both drying systems have now been soundproofed and comply with the City's noise ordinance. r Also in response to a resident's complaint about excessive speeds on Co. Road 12 and unsafe conditions in the area of Eagle Ridge and Boutwell Road, Chief Dauffenbach has requested the officers to step up enforcement in the area The State of Minnesota sets the speed limit on Co. Road 12 (a state aid highway). Washington County has again requested the State do a speed survey; the last survey was City Council Meeting October 20, 1998 done in 1994. The other safety issues have been referred to Washington County Traffic Engineer Sandra Cullen. r Councilmember Thole arrived at 7:25 p.m. Chief Dauffenbach requested authorization to close a portion of Sam Bloomer Way from 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 24, during Washington County/Stillwater Fire Department Dive Team training. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings authorizing the closing of portions of Sam Bloomer Way from 7 a.m. - noon on Oct. 24 during Fire Department/Washington County dive team training. All in favor. City Engineer Eckles informed Council the bid of Lametti & Sons has been accepted by the Corps of Engineers for moving the dirt and fill work for the Levee Wall project. Clerk Weldon reminded Council the November 3rd meeting has been rescheduled for November 10th due to the November 3rd General Election. CONSENT AGENDA r Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving the consent agenda. All in favor. 1. Resolution 98-268: Directing Payment of Bills (;. Resolution 98-269: Renewal of gambling premises permits at Freight House, Outreach Six Acres J. Resolution 98-280: Renewal of gambling premises permits at Trumps, Outreach Six Acres 4. Temporary on-sale liquor license - Washington Co. Historic Courthouse, Restoration fundraiser, Nov. 20, 1998 5. Temporary on-sale liquor license - Adults Night Out, St. Croix Valley Teen Center fundraiser October 24, 1998 6. Resolution 98-270: Approving salary schedule for part-time police officers 7. Resolution 98-271: Employment of Chantell Kadin as Administrative Assistant 8. Resolution 98-272: Amending City Personnel Policy 9. Contractors License - Lawrence Sign. St. Paul 10. Purchase of dive equipment for Dive Rescue Team - Fire Dept. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This is the day and time for the public hearing to consider the Aiple property and Kolliner Park Master Plans. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on October 9,1998. Community Development Director Russell presented background on the development of the park master plans for the Aiple property and Kolliner Park. The plan preparation was ordered by Council on March 3, 1998. Three community workshops and two questionnaires have been used by the Planning Commission, Parks Board, Historic Preservation Commission and Downtown Parking Commission in developing the recommended master plan. (" 2 City Council Meeting October 20, 1998 The Master Plans reflect a low intensity use. No special provisions have been made in the plan for the possible construction of a new St. Croix River bridge; however, the "C" alternative bridge location would r significantly impact the enjoyment of the south end of the park. Community Development Director Russell discussed the costs of various phases of construction and noted many sources of local, state and federal funds are available for the development of parks in such prominent locations with such wide user benefit. Mr. Russell also submitted correspondence from river environmental agencies that have participated in developing the plan. At this point, it appears the basic plans are acceptable to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of the Interior. A letter from Clarence "Buck" Mallick, Executive Director of the St. Croix Management Agency, suggests the park areas revert back to a "natural" state. In a memo, Mr. Russell stated he did not believe Mr. Mallick's comments reflected the sentiment of member agencies. John Larson, SRF Consulting Group, Inc., presented an overview of various elements of the plans. The Mayor opened the public hearing. 1. Jay Swanson, 1309 Hillcrest Drive, stated the park plan was very well done. He urged the Council stand firm to keep the new bridge away from the park. Not only would the right-of-way impact the park, but there would be significant noise impact on the enjoyment of the park. r 2. Richard Kilty, 118 West Oak, requested cost information and expressed concerns on how the plan would be funded. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adopt Resolution 98-273 approving the Aiple property and Kolliner Park Master Plans. Ayes: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. Community Development Director Russell stated the purchase of railroad land that runs along the inland (west) side of the property is critical to the implementation of the plan. He recommended the City obtain an appraisal of the land to use in negotiating purchase of the seven-acre site. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller directing staff to obtain appraisal of railroad property running along the west side of the Aiple park property. All in favor. Recessed at 8: 15 p.m. and reconvened at 8:35 p.m. UNFINISHED BUSINESS r I. Second reading of ordinance regulating towing companies and requiring licenses. (First reading Oct. 6, 1998) 3 City Council Meeting October 20, 1998 City Attorney Magnuson stated, as discussed at the fIrst reading, this ordinance was inadvertently omitted when the City Code was republished. This is simply an administrative action to reinsert the towing ordinance into the City Code. r Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bea1ka to have the second reading of ordinance regulating towing companies and requiring licenses. Ayes: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. 2. Report: Pioneer Park Restroom remodeling, Project 9819. Possible award of bid for Pioneer Park restroom remodeling, Project 9819. City Engineer Eckles stated this item was discussed at the October 6, 1998 meeting. At that time, Councilmember Cummings requested staff prepare a cost comparison of renovation and new construction. A memo from Park Director Thomsen was submitted which stated the current footings and structure are sound. A new structure would require the cost of demolishing the existing buildings and footings (approximately $10,000), hiring an architect to prepare new plans (approximately $1200- $3000), new footings, blocks, plwnbing and possible new sewer and water lines. The price could almost double. He recommended awarding the bid for remodeling the current structure. City Engineer Eckles reported two bids were received for the remodeling of the Pioneer Park restrooms. The bids received are as follows: Bailey Construction, Stillwater, $80,000; Jay Brothers, Inc., Forest Lake, $88,500. He recommended accepting the low bid. ('vtotion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution 98-274 accepting the bids and awarding the contract for Pioneer Park Restroom Remodeling, Project 9819, to Bailey Construction at a cost of $80,000. Ayes: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. 3. Request for natural resource inventory for Phase II expansion area. Possible award of contract with Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Assoc. for natural resource inventory. Community Development Director Russell reported the Open Space Committee recommends the preparation of a natural resource inventory for the Phase II Expansion Area (January 1999). This would allow a complete environmental inventory of the natural features that would be used to protect area natural resources and pattern development around them. The information could be used in a DNR grant request to purchase a portion of the site for open space. The inventory could assist in implementing the comprehensive plan natural resource policies and AUAR mitigation requirements. The cost could be charged to the Phase II development as part of project review. If approved, the owner of the property will be contacted for permission to prepare the inventory. Sherri Buss, Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Assoc. (BRA), presented a proposal for preparation of the inventory . r 4 City Council Meeting October 20, 1998 Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adopt Resolution 98-275 approving contract with Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderiik & Assoc. for preparation of a natural resources inventory and 0anagement recommendations for Phase II of the expansion area. Ayes: Councilmembers Bea1ka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approving plans and specifications, authorizing advertisement for bids for Aiple lift station improvements. City Engineer Eckles explained staff has prepared the plans and specifications for the Aiple Lift Station improvements. In October 1997, staff had requested Council allow the expenditures for the improvements from the 1997 budget into the 1998 budget. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt Resolution 98-276 ordering improvement, approving plans and specifications and ordering advertisement for bids for Aiple Lift Station Improvements, Project 9820. -~ Ayes: Nays: t 2. Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. None. Authorizing issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds. r Ron Langness, Springsted, Inc., presented information related to the issuance and sale of General Obligation bonds. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt Resolution 98-277 authorizing issuance and sale of $2,500,000 General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1998B. Ayes: Councilmembers Bea1ka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bea1ka to adopt Resolution 98-278 authorizing issuance and sale of $665,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1998C. Ayes: Councilmembers Bea1ka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. Mr. Langness requested Council set a meeting date for the sale of bonds. City Coordinator Kriesel suggested Council set a special meeting on November 24111 at 4:30 p.m. to award the sale of bonds. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bea1ka setting a special Council meeting for Tuesday, November 24, 1998, at 4:30 p.m. All in favor. 00MMUNlCATIONSlREOUESTS I. Stillwater Human Rights Commission - Consideration of Hate Crime Task Force. 5 City Council Meeting October 20, 1998 r Louise Watson, Stillwater Hwnan Rights Commission, informed Council an October 28th workshop will be held at City Hall at 6 p.m. to discuss the possible need for a Hate Crime Task Force that would assist to identify and coordinate the roles of various entities pertinent to hate crime incidents. The workshop will be followed by the monthly Human Rights COmniission meeting at 7 p.m. Council is invited to attend COUNCIL REOUEST ITEMS Councilmember Bealka presented a request from residents to construct a hockey rink in the Benson Park area. Councilmember Bealka also requested consideration of a reduced fee for senior citizens to use the recreation center for walking. Council directed staff to forward this request to the Park and Recreation Board for review and recommendation. STAFF REPORTS (continued) City Coordinator Kriesel requested Council hold a workshop at the November 24th special meeting to discuss cable TV refranchise issues and the modification of the Joint Powers Agreement. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole to hold a workshop on November 24th at 4:30 p.m. to discuss cable TV refranchise issues. All in favor. Mr. Kriesel also presented proposed departmental budgets for the budget year ending December 31, 1999. 0otion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adopt Resolution 98-279 adopting departmental budgets for the budget year ending December 31, 1999. Ayes: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adjourn at 9:20 p.m. All in favor. Attest: --1lJ'" ~ I'. (1 ~ City Clerk ## Resolution 98-268: Directing Payment of Bills. Resolution 98-269: Renewal of gambling premises permits at Freight House, Outreach Six Acres. Resolution 98-270: Approving salary schedule for part-time police officers. Resolution 98-271: Employment ofChantell Kadin as Administrative Assistant. Resolution 98-272: Amending City Personnel Policy. ('!esolution 98-273: approving the Aiple property and Kolliner Park Master Plans. .{esolution 98-274: accepting the bids and awarding the contract for Pioneer Park Restroom Remodeling, Project 9819, to Bailey Construction at a cost of$80,OOO. 6 City Council Meeting October 20, 1998 Resolution 98-275: approving contract with Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Assoc. for preparation of a natural resources inventory and management recommendations for Phase II of the expansion area. C!:esolution 98-276: ordering improvement, approving plans and specifications and ordering advertisement for bids for Aiple Lift Station Improvements, Project 9820. Resolution 98-277: authorizing issuance and sale of $2,500,000 General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1998B. Resolution 98-278: authorizing issuance and sale of$665,OOO General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1998C. Resolution 98-279: adopting deparbnental budgets for the budget year ending December 31, 1999. Resolution 98-280: Renewal of gambling premises permits at Trumps, Outreach Six Acres. r r 7