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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-12-12 CC MIN '(5 -L{o Special Meeting STILL WATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 12,1995 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 Public Works Director Junker City Engineer Eckles Consulting Engineer Moore Consulting Traffic Engineer Van Wormer Planning Commission Chairman Fontaine City Clerk Weldon Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette n 1. This is the day and time for the public hearing to consider the City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan. Community Development Director Russell made introductions and reviewed the history of the development Comprehensive Phase. He presented a summary of the thirteen sections of the Plan. Consulting Traffic Engineer Van Wormer presented the impact of the plan on transportation systems. Consulting Engineer Moore presented information on utilities. City Coordinator Kriesel explained the assessment policy and explained the fiscal analysis studies. The results of the town board/city council meetings were reviewed by Mayor Kimble. (Council recessed at 8: 15 p.m. and reconvened at 8:25 p.m.) Mayor Kimble opened the meeting to the public. The following individuals spoke on the issue: o David Johnson, Stillwater Township Board Supervisor, stated that the Township and City have made a concerted effort to reach an agreement. f". Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Meeting December 12, 1995 Dr. Bernard 1. Gaffuey, 9909 Arcola Court North, stated he would like to see what would happen in five years if nothing was done. He stated the citizens should be able to vote. John Melville, 125 Northland Avenue, member of the Parks and Recreation Board, discussed youth sports and recreation and stated that Stillwater does not have the land to support an increase in youth activities. He stated that the growth will best be served by proceeding with the Plan. Dave Ruch, 1124 Nightingale, stated the Comprehensive Plan will not benefit the community as a whole. He felt there is not compelling reason to expand now. Mrs. Chase, Stillwater Township, stated they have not been asked about their wishes, only the developer's. The plan reflects the wishes of only a few. She supports growth in a slow, thoughtful pace. r- Roger Tomten, 718 South 5th, member of the Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission, stated he is in favor of the Plan. It compliments the natural environment, preserves the rural backdrop, view and vistas, and identifiable neighborhoods. Rob Hamlin, 1317 North Broadway, member of the Stillwater Planning Commission, stated that the City has an obligation to provide homes for all. He stated growth is not an option, it will happen. Ed Otis, 12070 87th St. Circle, Stillwater Township, read a letter from the Metropolitan Council, and stated that the community is in no way required to follow the Met Council forecasts. He asked that the City wait for legislative changes to allow for a vote on the annexation issue. Gary Kriesel, 1451 Lydia Circle, spoke in favor of the Plan. He stated no previous Council has gone so far to provide infonnation to the public. The Plan manages quality of life and fair share taxation. Lorree Neitz, 7865 Manning Avenue North, stated that the majority of residents are not in favor of the Plan and want to vote on the issue. Louise Bergeron, 11123 Quirt Avenue North, asked how it will affect taxes. The major portion of taxes are from the school district and growth will affect all. [' 2 (" Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Meeting December 12, 1995 Vickie Van Meier, 12724 Boutwell Road North, stated that new schools will be needed. Doug Johnson, 9429 Stonebridge Trail North, stated opposition to the Plan. He stated that it is a hostile takeover. Eric Jackson, 422 West Pine Street, stated there are some good elements to the Plan, but it does not follow the will of the residents. He asked that the Charter be amended to include non-advisory referendums and asked for annexation only if the constituents agree. Barbara Medinger, 8802 Stonebridge Trail North, Stillwater Township, stated that she is disconcerted by the change of direction of the City. Deanna Storbakken, 301 Maryknoll Drive, spoke against the plan. Growth is inevitable, but will come faster if sewer and water are provided. Let growth come, but do not invite it. o Glenn Thompson, 1919 West Oak Street, stated few residents are in favor of any annexation. He is concerned with more bond issues for schools. Karen Underhill, 620 West Maple Street, stated she has seen many changes in Stillwater. She feels an increase in taxes will force her out of her home. She is not in favor of growth, and neither is the township. Patrick Poshek, 1302 South Everett Street, a 20-year assessor with the State of Minnesota, asked to let Stillwater have history instead of being history. Hod Irvine, 12525 72nd Street, stated that the process is to be commended. He asked how residents will have input on orderly annexation. He also asked about traffic issues and how rural areas will be preserved. He is pro-development but concerned with density. Paul Bergman, Bergman's Garden Center, discussed his family's history and background. The family's only source of income is land. He stated that because his family own 100+ acres in the Township, it justifies a vote. Mayor Kimble closed the public hearing. (Council recessed at 10:15 p.m. and reconvened at 10:30 p.m.) (' Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to approve adoption 3 (1 , r l' Stillwater City Council Minutes Special Meeting December 12,1995 of the Comprehensive Plan. All in favor. Other Business 1. Meetini with Charter Commission Council set a workshop with the Charter Commission for Tuesday, January 16, 1996 at 4:30 p.m. ADJOl JRNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adjourn the meeting at 1I:10p.m. All in favor. ATTEST: ~u)tJ~ I CLERK 4