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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-01-07 CC MIN . . (\ n o , , CITY OF STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 97-1 January 7,1997 REGULAR MEETING 4:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Acting Mayor Zoller. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller Absent: Mayor Kimble (arrived at 4:35 p.m.) Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon City Engineer Eckles Building Inspector Zepper Police ChiefBeberg Fire Chief Ness City Clerk Weldon Also: Mayor Schaaf Councilmember Robert of Oak Park Heights Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette 1. Dave Schaaf. MlIYor of Oak Park Heii:hts: ReQuest for ioint council meetini: to discuss bridlle issues. Mayor Schaaf presented concerns regarding the proposed interstate bridge and the need to find a new alternative that would be acceptable to state, federal, local governments and environmental groups. He requested a joint meeting of the Stillwater and Oak Park Heights City Councils to discuss the bridge issues. (Mayor Kimble arrived during presentation by Mayor Schaaf) Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to set special joint meeting with Oak Park Heights City Council for 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 14, 1997, at Oak Park Heights City Hall. All in favor. Mayor Kimble turned the gavel over to Acting Mayor Zoller. Mayor Kimble left meeting temporarily. 1 (') January 7,1997 STAFF REPORTS 1. Finance Director Finance Director Deblon provided Council with information relating to the $65,810 property/casualty dividend received by the City from the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. 2. Police Chief Chief Beberg reported he was notified by Senator Wellstone's office that the City had received a "Cops" Grant of $25,000 per year for a three year period ($75,000 total) for the hiring of a new officer. He stated the new officer position had already been included in the 1997 budget. He also reported Superior Ford has the State of Minnesota and Hennepin County contract for purchase of squad cars and requested permission to buy off of the State contract for the three marked squad cars included in the 1997 Police budget. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole authorizing purchase of three marked squad cars from Superior Ford (State of Minnesota contract). All in favor. 0- 3. City En~ineer Councilmember Cummings requested the City Engineer investigate costs of hiring contractor for snow removal. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka authorizing hiring of contractor for snow removal on City pathways, contingent upon approval by City Engineer. Ayes: Councilmembers Cummings, Bealka and Thole Nays: Councilmember Zoller Absent: Mayor Kimble 4. City Clerk Councilmember Thole referred to a memo from City Attorney Magnuson which stated a property owner on North Second, whose assessment notice for the 1996 sidewalk improvement had an incorrect assessment amount listed for that lot, did not receive an amended notice after the error was identified and corrected by Council, with the effect of doubling the assessment. City Attorney Magnuson determined that, absent a new notice and new hearing for that property owner, the city would be able to assess only the amount c 2 t"- January 7, 1997 set forth in the original notice. Councilmember Thole suggested abating a portion of the assessment rather than holding another public hearing, if the property owner agreed. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka abating $150 of assessment for PID 9270-3260,1996 Sidewalk Improvements. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Bealka Nays: None Absent: Mayor Kimble 5. Buildin~ Official Zepper distributed 1996 Year End Report. Mayor Kimble returned. 6. City Attorney r City Attorney Magnuson presented information regarding negotiations with Main Stream Development Partnership with regard to the Maple Island site. He stated Karl Ranum, representing Main Stream Development Partnership, had requested language for the parking easement to include non-exclusive use of the parking spaces. (Action taken at end of meeting). City Attorney Magnuson reported he had, at the Mayor's request, inquired about the possibility of intervening in the pending litigation in Federal Court with regard to the proposed Stillwater bridge. He learned it would be yet timely for the City to bring a Motion to Intervene in the litigation, and lawyers from the State of Minnesota had informally indicated they would welcome participation of the City. He requested Council direction. Councilmember Zoller stated he agreed the City should intervene, but would abstain from voting becuae he is an employee of Mn/DOT. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Thole directing the City Attorney to prepare a Motion to Intervene in the litigation pending in Federal Court with regard to the new Stillwater Bridge and join in the Motion for Summary Judgment and Declaratory Judgment. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None c 3 . r r c . January 7, 1997 Abstain: Councilmember Zoller 7. City Coordinator City Coordinator Kriesel stated the Great Northern Coalition had requested a representative from the City take part in a panel discussion in International Falls where members of the panel will discuss the City's experience with the National Park Service. Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to direct City Coordinator to represent the City on a panel in International Falls, January 10, to discuss City experiences with National Park Service. All in favor. Recessed at 6: I 0 p.m. Attest: -.ay&-tJ, ~ /,J, ~~.Yh City Clerk 4 --. " .. ~ (*'1 n c STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 97-1 January 7, 1997 RECESSED MEETING 7:00P.M. Acting Mayor Zoller stated Mayor Kimble was paged during the 4:30 meeting and invited to appear on Channel 2 News Night at 7 p.m. to discuss bridge issues with Mayor Schaaf, Bob Mc Farlen Mn/DOT, and Bill Klapp of the Sierra Club. He would be returning to the meeting after the broadcast. The Meeting was called to order by Acting Mayor Zoller OATH OF OFFICE FOR NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS OF COUNCIL City Clerk Weldon administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember Cummings, Ward 3, and Councilmember Thole, Ward 2. They were each re-elected on November 5, 1996, for a four year term. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller Absent: Mayor Kimble (arrived at 8:05 p.m.) Also present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Community Development Director Russell Finance Director Deblon City Clerk Weldon APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to approve the December 17, 1996 Special and Regular Meetings and Executive Session. All in favor. PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS 1. Commendation to City Employee - Joan Schaffer, Stillwater Public Library Acting Mayor Zoller, City Coordinator Kriesel and Lynn Bertalmio, Library Director, presented a plaque from the Council and Library Board recognizing Joan Schaffer for over 25 years of service at the Stillwater Public Library. 5 " . ,., January 7,1997 OPEN FORUM Pat Lockyear, Stillwater Public Library Board, invited the Council to tour the library, with a focus on the Centennial celebration. Council will meet with members of the Library Board to tour the Stillwater Public Library at 6 p.m. February 18, 1997. CONSENT AGENDA. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to approve the consent agenda. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings, Zoller and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. 1. Directing Payment of Bills (Resolution 97-1) 2. Purchase of Winter Enclosure and Heater - Parks Department 3. Purchase of Vacuum Cleaner - Fire 4. Purchase of Computer - Finance r 5. Purchase of Computer - Administration 6. Permanent Employment of Shelly Schaubach - Senior Account Clerk (Resolution No. 97-2) 7. Approving Retainer for City Attorney for 1997 (Resolution No. 97-3) 8. Approval of Proposal Requests No. 23 City Hall Building Project (Resolution No. 97-4) 9. Purchase of Computer and Building Permit Software PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Case No. SOO/96-75. This is the day and time for the public hearing to consider a subdivision of the existing territorial prison site (10.33 acres) into two lots of approximately 5.26 acres (hotel development) and 5.07 acres (city) located at 608 North Main Street in the Central Business District. City of Stillwater applicant. Notice of the hearing was placed in the Stillwater Gazette on December 29,1996, and notices mailed to affected property owners. Community Development Director Russell reviewed the request. He reported this subdivision as part of the development contract for the territorial prison site. Acting Mayor Zoller opened the public hearing. There were no requests to be heard. r "- 6 r January 7, 1997 Acting Mayor Zoller closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings adopting Resolution 97-5 approving subdivision of the existing territorial prison site (10.33 acres) into two lots of approximately 5.26 acres (hotel development) and 5.07 acres (city) located at 608 North Main Street in the Central Business District. City of Stillwater applicant. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Bealka Nays: None Absent: Mayor Kimble 2. Case No. SV /96-74. This is the day and time for the public hearing to consider a street vacation for a portion of Sycamore Street between the west side of William and County Road 5 and a portion of Carnelian Street from 50 feet north of Sycamore Street to 210 feet north of Sycamore. Elizabeth Whitbeck applicant. Notice of the hearing was placed in the Stillwater Gazette on December 27, 1996, and notices mailed to affected property owners. r Community Development Director Russell reviewed the request. He reported the applicant, due to an objection by the Stillwater Country Club, was not interested in pursuing the vacation of a portion of Carnelian Street at this time. The Acting Mayor opened the public hearing. Jim Nelson, husband of applicant Elizabeth Whitbeck, requested the request be arnended to the two sections of Sycamore. Elizabeth Whitbeck, applicant, requested Council table the request for vacation of portions of Carnelian. James Lamn:\ers, representing the Stillwater Country Club (abutting land owner) stated his client had no objection to the vacation of Sycamore. Acting Mayor Zoller closed the public hearing. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution 97- 6 approving street vacation for a portion of Sycamore Street between the west side of William to east side of Carnelian Street and west of Carnelian to County Road 5, maintaining drainage and utility easements as approved by City staff. Elizabeth Whitbeck applicant. r \--. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Bealka 7 '. r January 7, 1997 Nays: None Absent: Mayor Kimble Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to table the request for vacation of a portion of Carnelian Street from 50 feet north of Sycamore Street to 210 feet north of Sycamore. All in favor. (Kimble absent) Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Bealka Nays: None Absent: Mayor Kimble UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Construction Manager Proposal For St. Croix Valley Sports Complex Council determined a perceived conflict of interest could exist is GWO bid on construction work (section 5.4); the contract should be amended to include only construction manager services. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution 97- 7 amending Construction Manager Proposal For St. Croix Valley Sports Complex by deleting o section 5.4, page 13, and approving contract as amended. All in favor. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Bealka Nays: None Absent: Mayor Kimble 2. Approval of Contract with Dahlgren, Shardlow & Uban for preparation of AUAR Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka adopting Resolution 97- 8 approving Dahlgren, Shardlow & Uban Contract for preparation of AUAR and direct preparation of Agreement requesting deposit from Developers to cover costs. Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Zoller Nays: None. Absent: Mayor Kimble 3. Approval of Scoping EA W for Stillwater Annexation Area City Engineer Eckles reviewed the scoping document. Tony DeMars of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc., explained the purpose of the document is to focus the environmental issues to be more fully addressed in the Alternative Urban Area Wide r , 8 r January 7,1997 Review (AUAR). He presented the following names as a proposed technical advisory committee: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources: Molly Shodeen, Area Hydrologist; Wayne Barstad, Environmental Assessment Biologist; Dave Zappetillo, Area Fisheries Manager; Minnesota Pollution Control Agency: Gene Soderbeck, Water Quality Non-point source Compliance Commission; City of Stillwater: Klayton Eckles, City Engineer; Steve Russell, Community Development Director; Washington County SWCD: Mark Doneux U of Minnesota: James Perry, Ph.D., Department of Forest Resources. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings adopting Resolution 97-9 approval of Scoping EA W for Stillwater Annexation Area. r Ayes: Councilmembers Bealka, Thole, Zoller and Cummings. Nays: None Absent: Mayor Kimble Mayor Kimble arrived at 8:05 p.m. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving Alternative Urban Area-Wide Review Technical Advisory Committee List as proposed. All in favor. Ayes: Councilmembers Bealka, Thole, Zoller, Cummings and Mayor Kimble. Nays: None. 4. Report on Response to RFP for Development of Bluff City Lumber Yard Site. Community Development Director Russell reported several inquires were received but no proposals presented. No action necessary. 5. Appointment of St. Croix Sports Complex Ad Hoc Committee (Resolution) r \..- 9 , r r r ,~ January 7,1997 Community Development Director Russell presented a list of prospective members as follows: Gene Bealka, City Council; Mike Polena, St. Croix Valley Sports Facility Committee; Dave Junker, Park Board; John Melville, Soccer Association; Thomas Hoffoss, City Resident; Mark Swenson, Oak Park Heights. Representatives of the Hockey Association, Contributing organization, and school district had not yet been recommended by the organizations and will be appointed at a later meeting. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings adopting Resolution 97-10 appointing the following to St. Croix Sports Complex Ad Hoc Committee: Gene Bealka, City Council; Mike Polena, St. Croix Valley Sports Facility Committee; Dave Junker, Park Board; John Melville, Soccer Association; Thomas Hof'fuss, City Resident; Mark Swenson, Oak Park Heights. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings, Bealka and Mayor Kimble Nays: None Recess at 8:20 p.m. Recess at 8:35 p.m. 6. Possible Approval of Consultant Contract - Legislative Associates City Attorney Magnuson presented draft of a revised contract for consulting services according to direction given by council at the last meeting. He explained the compensation section deletes the retainer provision and substitutes a provision for general services if authorized by Council at the rate of $65; provision for flood control work is the same as the 1996 contract except for dates; and a new section was added dealing with services related to the interstate bridge. Council directed Section IV Compensation I.d. be amended by deleting "18" hours per month" and inserting "10" hours per month for services related to National Guard Armory Project. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole adopting Resolution 97-11 approving Lobbyist Contract with Legislative Associates, as amended. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings, Bealka and Mayor Kimble Nays: None 7. Contract for Architectural Services with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A. (Amended 10 (\ (' h January 7,1997 Portions) City Attorney Magnuson reported Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A. were agreeable to eliminating any penalty provisions from the termination section of the contract. He stated that with these modifications, the Contract is acceptable as to form and legally acceptable for approval. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller adopting Resolution 97- 12 approving contract for Architectural Services with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A. (Amended Portions). Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka and Mayor Kimble Nays: Councilmember Cummings NEW BUSINESS 1. Set dates for 1997 Local Boards of Review Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded Zoller approving tentative dates for 1997 Local Boards of Review as proposed by Washington County: First meeting Wednesday, April 16, 1997,4-6 p.m.; Second Meeting May 6, 1997,4:30 p.m. All in favor. 2. Elect Vice Mayor for Council Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Zoller adopting Resolution 97- 13 appointing Eric Thole as Vice Mayor for 1997. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Cummings, Bealka and Mayor Kimble Nays: None Abstain: Councilmember Thole 3. Possible Appointments for Boards/Commissions Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller adopting Resolution 97- 14 approving appointments to Library Board as follows: Reappointing David Ruch and Nick Gorski and appointing Kenneth McFayden for three year terms and appointing Bill Hickey to fill unexpired portion of Sandeen term ending December 31, 1997. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. 11 (" January 7,1997 Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings adopting Resolution 97-15 approving appointments to Planning Commission as follows: reappointing Don Valsvik, Glenna Bealka and Gerald Fontaine and appointing John Rheinberger for three year terms. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings adopting Resolution 97-16 approving appointments of Park and Recreation Board as follows: reappointing Del Peterson and Steve Wolff and appointing Linda Amrein and Leah Peterson to two year terms. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole adopting Resolution 97- 17 approving appointments to Port Authority as follows: reappointing Don Nolde and appointing Duane Elliott for three year terms. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble r Nays: None. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole adopting Resolution 97- 18 approving appointments to Heritage Preservation Commission as follows: reappointing Katherine Frances, Jay Michaels, Roger Tomten for three year terms. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings adopting Resolution 97-19 approving appointment of to Joint Cable Commission as follows: reappoint Gary Talbot as alternate for two year term. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. Discussion of appointments to the Solid Waste Advisory Commission was continued to January 21. Due to 30-day advertising requirements set by ordinance, discussion of appointments for the Water Board was continued to January 21. r 12 ('- January 7, 1997 4. Downtown Parking Follow Up Meeting to December 4, 1996 Parking Symposium Community Development Director Russell presented a draft copy of Downtown Parking Improvement Program and reported the Downtown Parking Commission and the Chambers of Commerce will hold a Downtown Parking meeting on Wednesday, January 8, at 5:30 p.m., to discuss the proposed Downtown Parking Improvement Program. No action necessary at this time. COMMUNlCA TIONS/REOUESTS 1. Robert J. Colombo - Cancellation of City Service for Winter Months Council directed Finance Director research the policy of other cities relating to utility charges for people closing their homes for the winter months and return with an analysis. COlINCIL REOUEST ITEMS Councilmember Zoller requested staff investigate the possible installation of street lights where 96 intersects behind Oak Glen Country Club. r STAFF REPORTS (continued) Community Development Director Russell explained the current proposal by Karl Ranum, representing Mainstream Development, regarding the parking easement for use of the parking lot by the public in exchange for the 20-foot strip ofland to the east of the Maple Island building from the City. Council directed staff to complete the transfer and exchange of the 20-foot strip ofland to the east of the Maple Island building to Mainstream Development. Also present were Vern and Tim Stefan. They stated their proposal was for City use of the parking lot when not needed by businesses on site; the City would not be responsible for maintenance of the lot. The proposed times for public use would be as follows: Between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m. Monday through Friday; between 6 p.m. Saturdays until 8 a.m. Sundays; after 3:30 p.m. on Sundays until 5 a.m. Mondays; and all day on any National Holiday. , Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving the schedule for public parking at the Maple Island site as proposed by Mainstream Development with all maintenance of the parking lot to be done by Mainstream Development. r, 13 - 0- January 7,1997 City Engineer Eckles reported a request was received from Mike Robertson, City Administrator of Oak Park Heights, requesting the City sign a Temporary Permit to Construct to enable Mn/DOT to proceed with construction of the Highway 5 bridge improvement. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings granting temporary permits to construct to MN/DOT for construction of Highway 5 bridge improvements and authorizing Mayor and appropriate City staff to sign. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. Community Development Director Russell reported Marv Martin, Mn/DOT, had suggested a possible trade of Mn/DOT property located at territorial prison site wayside area for City property near the wastewater treatment plant. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings directing Community Development Director to further explore a possible trade ofMn/DOT property located at territorial prison site wayside area for City property near the wastewater treatment plant and return with recommendation. r- Ayes: Councilmembers Thole, Cummings, Bealka and Mayor Kimble , Nays: None Abstain: Councilmember Zoller City Coordinator Kriesel presented request from Linda Hargroder, Lily Lake Homeowners Group, for City payment of invoice from Lake Management, Inc., for 1996 aquatic weed and algae control and bill residents for the percentage of privately owned property. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole approving payment of 1996 algae/weed control for Lily Lake, contingent upon signed agreements of waiver of assessment by affected property owners. Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Bealka, Cummings and Mayor Kimble Nays: None. Council determined payment would be made for 1996. No action was taken on the request for City payment for 1997 treatment. r < , 14 .' January 7, 1997 ADJOl JRNMENT Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adjourn at 9:45 p.m. All in favor. r ~~4' ayor Attest: -----frl,..J;: I J j, I ~ City Clerk Resolution 97-1: Resolution 97-2: Resolution 97-3: Resolution 97-4: Resolution 97-5: r Resolution 97-6: Resolution 97-7: Resolution 97-8: Resolution 97-9: Resolution 97-10: Resolution 97-11: Resolution 97-12: Resolution 97-13: n Directing Payment of Bills Permanent Employment of Shelly Schaubach - Senior Account Clerk Approving Retainer for City Attomey for 1997 Approval of Proposal Requests No. 23 City Hall Building Project Approving subdivision of the existing territorial prison site (10.33 acres) into two lots of approximately 5.26 acres (hotel development) and 5.07 acres (city) located at 608 North Main Street in the Central Business District. City of Stillwater applicant. Approving street vacation for a portion of Sycamore Street between the west side of William to east side of Carnelian Street and west of Carnelian to County Road 5, maintaining drainage and utility easements as approved by City staff. Elizabeth Whitbeck applicant. Amending Construction Manager Proposal For St. Croix Valley Sports Complex by deleting section 5.4, page 13, and approving contract as amended. Approving amendment to Dahlgren Contract and directing preparation of Agreement requesting deposit from Developers. Approval of Scoping EA W for Stillwater Annexation Area. Appointing the following to St. Croix Sports Complex Ad Hoc Committee: Gene Bealka, City Council; Mike Polena, St. Croix Valley Sports Facility Committee; Dave Junker, Park Board; John Melville, Soccer Association; Thomas Hof'fuss, City Resident; Mark Swenson, Oak Park Heights. Approving Lobbyist Contract with Legislative Associates, as amended. Approving contract for Architectural Services with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.AfAppointing Eric Thole as Vice Mayor for 1997. 15 . .. o (J (""... '----- - I ' ~ January 7, f997 Resolution 97-14:' Approving appointments to Library Board as follows: Reappointing David Ruch and Nick Gorski and appointing Kenneth McFayden for three year terms and appointing Bill Hickey to fill unexpired portion of Sandeen term ending December31, 1997. Resolution 97-1S: Approving appointments to Planning Commission as follows: reappointing Don Valsvik, Glenna Bealka and Gerald Fontaine and appointing John Rheinberger for three year terms. Resolution 97-16: Approving appointments of Park and Recreation Board as follows: reappointing Del Peterson and Steve Wolff and appointing Linda Amrein and Leah Peterson to two year terms. Resolution 97-17: Approving appointments to Port Authority as follows: reappointing Don Nolde and appointing Duane Elliott for three year terms. Resolution 97~18: Approving appointments to Heritage Preservation Commission as follows: reappointing Katherine Frances, Jay Michaels, Roger Tomten for three year terms. Resolution 97-19: Approving appointment of to Joint Cable Commission as follows: reappoint Gary Talbot as alternate for two year term. 16 -'-<'