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Home My WebLink About1995-09-05 CC MIN r (' o Regular Meeting STILL WATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 5,1995 4:30 p.m. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings (arrived at 4:40 p.m.), Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Community Development Director Russell Finance Director Deblon City Engineer Eckles Fire Chief Ness Police Chief Beberg Building Official Zepper Public Works Director Junker Consulting Engineer Moore City Clerk Weldon Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette STAFF REPORTS I. Finance Director - Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing purchase of downtown Christmas ligjlts and decorations at an approximate cost of $25,900, contingent upon entering into an agreement with the City of Stillwater Chamber of Commerce for the storage, maintenance, insurance, handling and incidental costs associated with lights and decorations. (Resolution 95-184) Ayes - Councilmember Bealka, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Absent - Councilmember Cummings 2. Police Chief - Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the replacement of the cellular phone in adult investigator's car, at approximate cost of$280. All in favor. r' , r r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 5,1995 3. Public Works Director- Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt the appropriate resolution approving Change Order, L.1. 312, by adding alley construction and adjacent parking area in Block 18 of original city, in an amount not to exceed SEH estimate by more than ten percent, contingent upon waiver signed by property owners (Dale Sicard and Main Street Development Partnership). (Resolution 95-185) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Councilmember Thole requested an update on the petition regarding the east half of Stillwater Avenue. City Engineer Eckles reported he received a request, not a petition. He stated he would be looking at the street for possible inclusion in next year's street projects. Councilmember Thole reported on a resident request to have turn arrows at the intersections of Myrtle and Greeley and Greeley and Churchill. Mr. Russell stated a study of the corridor next year could look at lane configurations. 4. Communitr DevelQpment Director - Community Development Director Russell distributed a letter requesting suggestions for questions for an open space citizen attitude survey. Council requested to see the draft questionnaire, and offer recommendations at that time. Councilmember Thole asked if any grants should be pursued related to the Livable Communities Act. Mr. Russell will explore potential projects for funding. (Councilmember Bealka left the meeting at 5:05 p.m. with City Attorney Magnuson). 5. City Eniineer- City Engineer Eckles updated Council on the Oak Glen lOth Addition watermain relocation. The plans are complete and the City is waiting for a waiver from the owner before proceeding with the project. 2 r' (" f' Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting September 5, 1995 6. Fire Chief - Motion by Councilrnember Thole, seconded by Councilrnember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the employment of John Nobles as part-time firefighter. (Resolution 95-186) Ayes - Councilmembers Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None Absent - Councilmember Bealka 7. Buildinl! Official- Building Official Zepper distributed the monthly building report. RECESS The meeting recessed until 7 :00 p.m. d&1?/ A TTEST:-----ill ~ I-tJL 0 Jg>r.., CITY CLERK 3 r (' f'" Recessed Meeting STILL WATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 5,1995 7:00 p.m. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Community Development Director Russell Finance Director Deblon City Engineer Eckles City Clerk Weldon Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following corrections to the minutes were noted: August 22,1995, page 2, Semler Project, seconded by Councilmember Thole; August 23, page I, continuation of 1996 Budget Discussion, after tax capacity, insert "rates, excluding the building improvement project". Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole to approve the minutes of August 15, 1995, Special and Regular Meetings, August 22, 1995, Special Meeting, and August 23, Special Meeting as amended. All in favor. PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS I. Proclamation proclaiminli! September 17 as Citizenship DlIv and Sentember 17-23 as Constitution Week. MlIyor Kimble relld a proclamation declaring September 17 as Citizenship Day and September 17-23 as Constitution Week, and presented the proclamation to Lisa Holsten and Jennifer Greeder, Daughters of the American Revolution. 2. Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce - reQ,J1est for 1995 fundinl!. Jim Kellison, Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce board member, and Chris White, Executive Vice President, presented a request for $6,000 for 1995 for cooperative funding for tourism. (". (' r Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5, ] 995 Motion by Councilmember Tho]e, seconded by COWlcilmember Zoller to adopt the appropriate resolution approving funding to the Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce for] 995 in the amoWlt of $3,000. (Reso]ution 95-]87) Ayes - COWlci]members Bealka, Cummings, Tho]e, Zoller and Mayor Kimb]e Nays - None 3. Jim HWltsman - desilln review and nrocess for Lumber Baron's Hotel. Jim Huntsman addressed COWlcil with comments and questions regarding the design review and approval process for the Lumber Baron's Hotel. He specifically questioned differences in TIF payment in various draft agreements. COWlcil took no action on this issue. Motion by COWlcilmember Tho]e, seconded by COWlcilmember Zoller to set a workshop to discuss the duties of commissions and process issues for Tuesday, September 26, at 7:00 p.m. All in favor. OPEN FORUM 1. Lowell and Vicki Jenson. 8]8 Pine Tree Trail. Lowell and Vicki Jenson, 8]8 Pine Tree Trail, requested the City work with the school district regarding designating an obstruction-free path from Pine Tree Trail to Lily Lake School. Motion by COWlcilmember Thole, seconded by COWlcilmember Bealka to direct staff to return with a report on the request for an obstruction-free path from Pine Tree Trail to Lily Lake Schoo] at the September] 9 meeting. All in favor. 2. Dave Haak. 503 North Owens Street. Dave Haak, 503 North Owens Street, questioned who is responsible for sidewalk snow removal on Owens Street south of Laurel. Mr. Haak was informed that the City is responsible. 3. Carl Ba~lio. Grant Laforce. Ross Reed - Ea~le Ridlle Trail 2 ~. Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5, 1995 Carl Baglio, Grant Laforce and Ross Reed, Eagle Ridge Trail residents, addressed Council on the trap rock problem on the cul-de-sac. Council directed that a meeting be scheduled on-site with Dave Janisch of MN/DOT, resident representatives, City Engineer Eckles, and Councilmembers Zoller and Cummings. Council also directed City Engineer Eckles to provide cost estimates for the cul-de-sac areas. CONSENT AGENDA (' Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to approve the consent agenda of September 5, 1995, including the following: (All in favor) I. Resolution 95-183 Directing Payment of Bills. 2. Resolution 95-188 Approving Change Orders for UBC Project. 3. Contractors Licenses - St. Ores Construction and Gary Teed Construction. 4. Installation of Banners - Fall Colors Art Festival; United Way Fall Campaign and Yule Fest- Trinity Church. 5. Approving temporary 3.2 on-sale license - City of Stillwater Chamber of Commerce. 6. Resolution 95-189 Approving part-time employment of Larry Buberl and Justin Opheim for transporting animals. 7. Resolution 95-190 Approving Change Order No. I, 1995 Street Projects, LJ. 312. 8. Installation of basketball court at Staples Field. (Council recessed at 8:30 p.m. and reconvened at 8:45 p.m.) IJNFINISHRD BUSINESS I. Possible second reaclini of Ordinance No. 817 amendinll the City Code by addinll ref1Ulations reiardini tanks used for storalle of flammable liQuids. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to have a second reading of Ordinance No. 817 amending the City Code by adding regulations regarding tanks used for storage of flammable liquids. Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 2. RelijlpOrtionment and Reassessment for Howe PropertY (PID #9032-3025) Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate ~ resolution approving reduction of assessment by $1,500 for PID No. 9032-3025 for LJ. 173, 3 f" Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5, 1995 water main hook-up. (Resolution 95-191) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, and Thole Nays - Councilrnember Zoller and Mayor Kimble NEW BUSINESS I. Assessment ReJUlPOrtionment for Nonnan propertY (PID #9032-2050) City Coordinator Kriesel stated that the resolution should be corrected as follows: Parcel A, $6,283; Parcel B, $5,000. Motion by Councilrnember Bealka, seconded by Councilrnember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the reapportionment of special assessment for PID No. 9032- 2050, L.r. 283, as amended. (Resolution 95-192) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble (' Nays - None 2. Establishment of No-Parkin!! Areas on North Owens Street Dave Haak, 503 North Owens, and Dave Belz, JOB Floral, 515 North Owens, expressed concerns that elimination of parking spaces would cause bar patrons to park in front of the business and residence. Motion by Councilrnember Zoller, seconded by Councilrnember Bealka to request that Washington County do a traffic study and recommend placement of stop signs at the intersection of North Owens and Laurel Streets. All in favor. 3. Resolution AdQptini the PrODOsed 1996 Budiet. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the proposed 1996 budget. (Resolution 95-193) Ayes - Councilrnembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 4. Resolution AdoJ)tin!! the PrQ,POsed 1996 Tax Levy. ~. 4 {\ (' ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5, 1995 Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the proposed 1996 tax levy. (Resolution 95-194) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 5. ReQJ1est for Desi~ Services for Review ofUBC Condominium DevelQpment. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt the appropriate resolution approving entering into a consultant agreement with Mark S. Balay Architects, in an amount not to exceed $2,000, for design development and review of condominium public parking structure on UBC Site. (Resolution 95-195) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 6. Resolution Relatinl! to Financinl! of Certain PrQ,POsed Proiects and Establishin~ C01I1Pliance with IRS ReiUlations. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt the appropriate resolution relating to financing of certain proposed projects, and establishing compliance with IRS regulations (LJ. 309 and L.1. 313). (Resolution 95-196) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 7. Resolution to acquire certain tax forfeiture parcels. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the acquisition of four tax forfeit parcels. (Resolution 95-197) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 8. Resolution Annrovini the Purchase of swec:per with trade-in. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the purchase of a mobile street sweeper from ABM Equipment, with trade-in of 1978 street sweeper. (Resolution 95-198) 5 f' ( r'\ Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5,1995 Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None 9. BCWMO- 1996 Bud~et ReQuest Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole to approve the 1996 budget request by BCWMO in the amount of $12,91 0.17 for inclusion in the City of Stillwater 1996 Budget. Ayes - 4, Nays - 1, Councilmember Cummings. 10. Resolution Aoorovinl! On-Sale and Sundav On-Sale LiQjlor License - Grand Restaurants of Stillwater. Motion by Councilmember Cwnmings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt the appropriate resolution approving the On-Sale and Sunday On-Sale Liquor License - Grand Restaurants of Stillwater. (Resolution 95-199) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cwnmings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None COMMUNICA TIONS/REOUESTS 1. Elayne Aiple, Stillwater St. Croix Barge Terminal Co. Mayor Kimble reported that this issue will be discussed at the Port Authority meeting on September 6. 2. Complaint regarding retroactive sewer usage charges. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to direct City Attorney Magnuson, Finance Director Deblon, and Councilmember Thole to work out an agreement with property owners Sutherland and Russell regarding retroactive sewer usage charges. All in favor. 3. Neighborhood request to block portion of city street September 30. 4. League of Minnesota Cities - notice of Regional LMC meetings. 5. Mayor of Anoka - notice of regional LMC meeting at Anoka. 6 '" (' ,r""\ Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5, 1995 COUNCIL REOUEST ITEMS Councilmember Beallca recommended the City prohibit loans or gifts to non-profit organizations. No action taken. Councilmember Bealka requested information on potential revenues and uses of a lodging tax. Councilmember Cummings requested the City apply for the "Mighty Ducks" grant for construction of an ice arena. Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt the appropriate resolution approving entering into an agreement, in an amount not to exceed $5,000, with Bonestroo Rosene Anderlick & Associates, Inc. for processing and submitting "Mighty Ducks" grant application for construction of an ice arena. (Resolution 95-200) Ayes - Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Nays - None STAFF REPORTS City Coordinator - City Coordinator Kriesel requested a workshop be set with Glen Van Wormer, traffic consultant with Short Elliott Hendrickson, to present a study of Deer Path traffic. Council directed Mr. Kriesel to report back on September 19 with possible dates for a workshop in October. ADJOIJRNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adjourn the meeting at 10:25 p.m. All in favor. cj~~ ATIEST:4~ V )~ CITY CLERK 7 (, {' ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Recessed Meeting September 5, 1995 Resolutions: 95-183 - Directing Payment of Bills 95-184 - Purchase of Christmas lights and decorations 95-185 - Change Order No. 2, L.r. 312 95-186 - Employment of John Nobles as pit firefighter 95-187 - Funding $3,000 for Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce 95-188 - Change Orders for UBC Project 95-189 - Approving pit employment of Larry Buberl and Justin Opheim for transporting animals 95-190 - Change Order No. 1 - 1995 Street Projects, L.r. 312 95-191 - Reapportion the assessment for PID No. 9032-3025, L.r. 173 95-192 - Reapportion special assessment for PID No. 9032-2050, L.r. 283 95-193 - Adopting proposed 1996 Budget 95-194 - Adopting proposed 1996 Tax Levy 95-195 - Approving entering into consultant agreement with Mark S. Balay Architects for UBC site 95-196 - Relating to financing of certain proposed projects and establishing compliance with IRS regulations 95-197 - Authorizing acquisition of four tax forfeit parcels 95-198 - Approving purchase of mobile street sweeper 95-199 - Approving on-sale and Sunday on-sale liquor license - Grand Restaurants of Stillwater 95-200 - Entering into agreement with Bonestroo Rosene Anderlick & Associates for "Mighty Ducks" grant application 8