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Home My WebLink About1995-04-25 CC MIN '.., r (" r , , 15 - Special Meeting STILL WATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 25, 1995 7:00 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cununings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Community Development Director Russell City Clerk Weldon PUBLIC HEARING 1. Revised City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan. Council held a public hearing on the revised City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan. Community Development Director Russell presented background on the development of the revised Comprehensive Plan and gave a brief overview of the 13 sections of the plan. Glen Van Wormer, traffic consultant, presented the transportation section of the plan. Ann Terwedo, City Planner, presented the community character, and trails and parks section. City Coordinator Nile Kriesel presented the public facilities section. City Attorney Magnuson discussed the implementation of the plan. Council recessed the meeting at 8:27 and reconvened at 8:40 p.m. Mayor Kimble opened the meeting to comments from the public: Mary Schulte, 628 W. Olive Street, stated that the plan preserves the character of the City; the streets are pedestrian friendly with distinct neighborhoods and creative design. She suggested 10+ acre parcels and tax incentives, small farms and community gardens. Bob Lockyear, 1016 North Third Street, stated that the plan is well thought out with balanced growth, preparation for business park, studies of parks, traffic, and zoning. Burt Rivard, 1209 - 80th Street, Stillwater Township, stated that he has requested annexation of his property and now is not included in the annexation area. He asked to be reconsidered for inclusion in the annexation area. Greg Kroening, 12480 72nd Street North, Stillwater Township, supported an equitable distribution ofIand, rather than slicing all into 2 Y, acre parcels. .. r (" f' Stil\water City Council Minutes Special meeting April 25, 1995 Allen Heiffort, 8753 Neal Avenue North, questioned whether his land is in the proposed annexation area. Don Peterson, 7130 Mid Oaks Avenue North, Stillwater Township, stated that 64 percent of City residents who responded to a poll were opposed to annexation. He suggested a Cityrrownship election be held. Tim Sinclair, 14411 Del\wood Road, Stillwater Township, stated that 67 percent of City residents want no growth. Barbara Medinger, 8802 Stonebridge Trail, Stillwater Township, stated that in the old Comprehensive Plan, the purpose was to maintain the character of the City. In 1992 the City tried to annex six properties. She suggested safeguards should be implemented to prevent long term self interest of City officials. David Johnson, 1114 Arcola Trail, representing Stillwater Town Board, stated that he appreciates being part of the process as a member of the ad hoc committee, but is not endorsing the plan. The density is unacceptable; there is an absence of a specific assessment policy; and he wants no neighborhood commercial in the area. He submitted a position statement signed by the Stillwater Town Board. Joe Neitz, 7865 Manning Avenue, Stillwater Township, stated that he agrees with Dave Johnson's views. He stated it wilI only benefit a few and the rest will suffer. William Spanger, 12811 North 62nd Street, Stillwater Township, stated that he lives in the Township to avoid City problems. The township is doing a good job and should be left as it is. The Township has its own Comprehensive Plan and that should come first. Mike Gair, 15650 23rd Avenue West, Plymouth, spoke on behalf of the Township. He stated that the estimated 1200 unit increase could escalate to 2456 units because of market forces. The estimated 5,000 population increase could be an increase of 8,000 to 10,000. Bob Worthington, 601 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, Evensen Dodge Inc. fiscal consultants for Stillwater Township, questioned the cost-effectiveness of the plan. Louise Bergeron, 11123 Quirt Avenue North, Stillwater Township, Superintendent of 2 . r r r StiIlwater City Council Minutes Special meeting April 25, 1995 Public Works for the Township, presented information on the impact on Township roads. caused by the plan. Jean Batterton, 1240 N. 42nd Street, StiIlwater Township, stated that 2 Y. acre-5 acre lots will limit opportunities for people her age to fmd land in her hometown. Sid White, 6286 Stillwater Blvd. N., asked about future land values and taxes Mark Stockwell, Evensen Dodge, Inc., asked about the fiscal impact on the Township. Jerry Hicks, 10680 North Stonebridge, Town Board representative, stated that the Bergmans on Highway 36 want to keep their farm property, and do not want to be annexed into the City. Carl Brooks, 8640 Neal Avenue, stated he opposes any annexation. The majority are against the plan, and he agrees with a referendum vote. Richard Kilty, 118 West Oak, stated there will be problems with transportation in the old part of town and there are not enough parks in the old part of town. Robert T. Rutscher, 12412 McKusick Road North, stated that he supports the Township Board position statement and supports Mr. Kilty's statement. Sheradyn McClain, 911 5th A venue South, supports the idea of planning for open space but does not see it in the plan. Dave Rug, 1124 Nightengale, stated that Stillwater is the right size now and it would be of no benefit to the City to expand. Glenn Thompson, 1919 West Oak Street, asked about costs for growth. He stated that there is no benefit in annexation. Hod Irvine, 12525 72nd Street, complimented the City on the process, but stated the plan does not reflect the input. The densities are not wanted by anyone except the developers and planners. Pat Tierney, 717 Pine Tree Trail, wants the school district to stay the same quality. 3 ~ r r r ,. Stillwater City Council Minutes Special meeting April 25, 1995 Richard Schubert, 8822 Stonebridge Trail, stated that he is against the proposal and it is not reflective of the wishes shown in the survey. Mayor Kimble noted that the public hearing record will be open for written comments until May 5th at 4:30 p.m. Council recessed at 10:10 p.m. and reconvened at 10:20 p.m. OTHER BUSINESS I. Possible resolution emnIovin~ temporarY laborer. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt the appriopriate resolution employing Mike Asmus as temporary laborer. (Resolution 95-103) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 2.Possible resolution enwloyin~ full-time secretaly. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cununings to adopt the appropriate resolution employing Sue Thorn as secretary. (Resolution 95-104) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 3. Levee Wall Proiect City Engineer Eckles updated Council on the levee wall project. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to direct the City Engineer to work with the Corp of Engineers and prepare an additional report. All in favor. 4. Pronertv Purcha"" at 1004 South Holcombe Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember BeaIka to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the appropriate City officials to sign the agreement and pay earnest money for purchase of property at 1004 South Holcombe. (Resolution 95-105) 4 .. r r' r Stillwater City Council Minutes Special meeting April 25, 1995 Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Mayor Kimble extended condolences to the family of Dave Johnson. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adjourn the meeting at 10:40 p.m. All in favor. A ITEST: ~~ lLJ.O~ CITY CLERK Resolutions: No. 95-103 - Employing Mike Asmus as temporary laborer No. 95-104 - Employing Sue Thorn as Secretary No. 95-105 - 1004 South Holcombe property purchase 5 #./<~ YOR