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Home My WebLink About1992-02-18 CC MIN r REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MIN UTES February 18, 1992 7:30 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Absent: None Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Consulting Engineer Moore City Planner Pung-Terwedo Consulting Engineer VanWormer Traffic Planner Gray Public Works Director Junker Library Director Bertalmio City Clerk Johnson Press: Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette n Others: R. Kilty, Molly Shodeen, Neil Casey. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the minutes of the Special & Regular Meetings of Jan. 21, and Regular & Recessed Meetings of Feb. 4, 1992 as presented. (All in favor). STAFF REPORTS 1. Public Works Director - Award of Bid for Tractor for Parks De t. Motion y ounCl mem er 0 OV1C, secon e y Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate Resolution awardin9 the contract for the parks tractor to Polfus Implement in the amount of $14,700. (Resolution No. 92-23) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Repair of Manhole at Fourth and Wilkins Streets Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting the proposal of C.W. Houle, Inc. in the amount of $10,042.95 for the repair of the manhole at 4th & Wilkin Streets. (Resolution No. 92-25) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. n 1 n Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting Nays - None 2. Community Development Director - Consideration of Ownershi of West Win of Junior Hi h Site Motion y Councl mem er helm, secon e y Councllmem er Funke authorizing Staff to proceed with contacting a consultant for a report on the condition of the structure & estimate of the cost of repair or demolition of the west wing of the Jr. High site. (All in favor). Valley Bait & Sport Request for Banners Ms. Pung-Terwedo explained that the above business has requested permission to put up a banner on April 4 & 5 and temporarily on the opening fishing season weekends. She stated the present banners are against the ordinance at this time and businesses are allowed 30 days in which to advertise a grand opening. Council directed this request be forwarded to the Planning Commission for their recommendation. n 3. Finance Director - IRS Re@ulations for Reimbursement Bonds Motion by ouncilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution relating to financing of certain proposed projects by the City and establishing compliance with IRS regulations. (Resolution No. 92-24) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 4. Consulting En~ineer Repair of Alp e Lift Station Mr. Moore explained that he has gathered the total costs for this project, with an outside firm to do the digging and dewatering, and also using the Water Dept. and Public Works personnel with the City acting as the general contractor. Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate Resolution authorizing the emergency repair of the Aiple Lift Station in an estimated amount of $50,000. (Resolution No. 92-34) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Update on Downtown Project Mr. Moore reported that the contractor is still working on the wall since they ran into some difficulty, the electric on the north end is complete, and there is tentative pole removal next week on the north end. In the south end, they are still working with the electricians with the n 2 r Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regul ar Meeting Freighthouse being the only one connected. Discussion followed as to how this could be accomplished more quickly and it was suggested that Mr. Moore write a letter to business owners urging them to get their contractors moving on this item. Mr. Moore will submit the letter for review before sending it out. Possible Purchase of Stand-by Generator for Lift Stations Mr. Moore noted that the budget amount for the Aiple Lift Station repair will be $25,000 less than previously thought and suggested that this money be used for a portable generator for the Lift Stations. He stated this item is required by the MWCC. Mr. Moore will review this item and bring information back to Council. n 5. City Clerk Chan in Date of First Meetin Motion y ounCl mem er elm, secon e y Councilmember Funke to change the date of the first Council Meeting in April to April 8, contingent on the Presidential Primary being held on April 7, 1992. (All in favor). Elimination of Televising of Bridge Meeting of Februarf 20, 1992 It was Council consensus to eliminate the televislng 0 the meeting on the new Bridge at Trinity Lutheran Church on February 20, 1992 due to the type of meet ing. 6. Library Director - Possible Purchase of Computer for Library Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to approve the purchase of a Macintosh Classic II computer at a cost of $1,094 for the Library. (All in favor). PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. This is the day and time for the continuation of the Public Hearing to consider a Special Use Permit for construction of a boat boarding plaza area with a Variance to the setback requirement for construction of a boarding deck located along the St. Croix River just south of the Dock Cafe (225 Nelson St.) in the Bluffland/Shoreland & Flood Plain Dist., Case No. V/SUP/92-2, City of Stillwater, St. Croix Boat & Packet Co., App I i can ts. Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on January 23, 1992 and mailed to affected property owners. It was reported that a memo had been received from the St. Croix Boat and Packet Co. requesting the continuation of this request until fall in order to work out some of the problems with the DNR. n 3 r r n Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Funke to continue until Fall the request of the St. Croix Boat & Packet Co. for a Special Use Permit for construction of a boat boarding plaza area with a Variance to the setback requirement for construction of a boarding deck located along the St. Croix River just south of the Dock Cafe (225 Nelson St.,) in the Bluffland/Shoreland & Flood Plain Dist., Case No. V/SUP/92-2. (All in favor.) UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Continuation of Second Readin of an Amendment to the Cit Code Cha. 30 Gar age & RubblSh Removal. Mr. Kriesel noted that small changes in language had been made to the ordinance and the provision that would allow the City to charge $2.00 per bag rather than purchase a sticker for excess garbage. Council also discussed a more definitive definition of what is reasonable for excess garbage. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to have a second reading and enactment, by title, of an Ordinance Amendment to the City Code, Chap. 30, Garbage & Rubbish Removal. (Ordinance No. 753) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution to publish the Rubbish Ordinance Amendment by title and summary in the City's legal newspaper. (Resolution No. 92-26) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Possible Second Readin of Amendment to the Cit Code settin Dates & Fees or Can 1 ates. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to have a second reading and enactment of an Ordinance setting Filing Dates and Fees for Candidates. (Ordinance No. 754) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. Resolution a rovin ublication of Ordinance No. 747 Flood Plain Overla Dlst., y Tlt e ummary. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution for publication of Ordinance No. 747, Flood Plain Overlay Dist. by Title & Summary. (Resolution No. 92-27) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. 4 o Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting Nays - None 4. Glen Van Wormer - Presentation of Hifihway 36 Traffic Study. Glen Van Wormer and Cindy Gray, of S ort-Elllott-Hendrickson, Inc., the City's Consultin9 Engineers, presented a summary of the Highway 36 Traffic Study, as it relates to the future Bridge, future land use, trip generation and increased traffic levels of the surrounding communities of Stillwater, Oak Park Heights and Washington Co. in the next 23 years. Mr. Van Wormer noted that they are now putting together a report where they are looking at all the figures of level of service and it will be sent to the four participating agencies -- the cities of Stillwater and Oak Park Heights, Washington Co. and Mn/DOT. Richard Kilty, 118 W. Oak St., questioned the report in that it didn't tell what cars are coming from town. Ms. Gray further explained the types of traffic growth. Mr. Kilty also asked if a traffic light will be put in at Churchill and Greeley and this was discussed further. David Junker, 1001 No. Fourth St., asked what would happen to the bridge if no changes were made, and Mr. Van Wormer explained. n Mr. Van Wormer noted the report will be completed in approximately one week or so and will then be distributed to the four agencies. Council recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 9:00 P.M. Councilmember Funke left the meetin9 at g:OO P.M. NEW BUSINESS 1. Possible Adoption of Waterfront Usage POliC{ Statement. Mr. Kriesel recommended thlS policy be adop ed because of the condition of the levee wall. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution adopting the 1992 Interim Waterfront Usage Policy for the City. (Resolution No. 92-28) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None n 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting 2. Excess State Right-of-Way along So. Main St. Ms. Pung-Terwedo explalned thlS property is adjacent to Vittorio's Restaurant on So. Main St. and also includes a portion of sidewalk the City improved last summer. Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick directing the City Attorney to send a letter of interest to Mn/DOT in regard to the excess State Right-of-Way along So. Main St. (All in favor). 3. Presentation of Feasibility Report for L.I. 282, Green Twig Way. Mr. Moore presented the report for the improvements on thlS plat, stating the estimated total cost is $105,200.00. The developer has waived the public hearing requirement. City Coordinator Kriesel recommended that the public hearing be held in order to notify surrounding property owners of the development. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting the Feasibility Study and setting the Improvement Hearing for March 17 for L.1. 282, Green Twig Way. (Resolution No. 92-29) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. r Nays - None 4. Accept Bids/Award Contract for L.I. 276, Highlands of Stillwater, Phase 2. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting the bid and awarding the contract to Inland Utilities for the construction of streets & utilities for L.I. 276, Highlands of Stillwater, Phase II at a cost of $302,577.34. (Resolution No. 92-30 ) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to amend the above motion to include the stipulation that the award of contract be approved contingent on the Developer agreeing to Addendum No.1, in the Developer's Agreement for payment of a portion of the Park Dedication Fee prior to Phase II. Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None CONSENT AGENDA (' 6 r Stillwater City Council Minutes February.18, 1992 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the Consent Agenda of February 18, 1992, including the following: (A 11 in favor). 1. Directin~ pa~ent of Bills (Resolution No. 92-22) Ayes - Councllmem ers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. The following Contractor's Attracta Sign, Inc. 7420 W. Lake St. St. Louis Park, Mn. 55426 Specialty Contracting Services, Inc. 11265 91st Ave. No. Maple Grove, Mn. 55369 3. Ratification of Council Poll of Feb. 6, 1992 Regarding Change Order 12, for L.I. 257, Downtown Project in the amount of $47,382.00, All favor. Licenses. Sign Erection Renewa I General Contractor New No. in 4. Set Public Hearing date of March 4, 1992 for the following Planning Cases: a. Case No. V/SUP/92-3 - Variance and Special Use Permit to construct a 22 ft. by 40 ft. warehouse/garage with a zero sideyard setback located at 204 No. Third St. in the PA, Public, Admin./Office Dist., Dennis McKean, Secretary, Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant. b. Case No. SV/92-4 - Request for a 5 ft. by 128 ft. Street Vacation for a portion of Alder St. between Highway 95 and Lake St. located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist., Bluffland/Shoreland Dist., Daniel Challeen & Deborah Desteno, Applicants. c. Case No. SUP/92-5 - Special Use Permit for the placement of a 4 ft. wide, 250 ft. long, permanent dock at 2021 No. Lake St. located in the RB, Two-Family Residential Dist., Bluffland/Shoreland/Flood Plain Dist., Marvin D. Sjobeck, Applicant. r COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Governor Carlson's Letter Regarding Shortfall in State Revenues Mayor Abrahamson suggested the Council forward a letter to the Governor regarding their concerns on the State budget. Mayor Abrahamson stated he would draft the letter. City Coordinator Kriesel suggested he include that the State should not enact legislation that will cost the cities extra funds. COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS 1. John GOhmann, Mlnn. Commercial track on BN eased property. Railway Co. - Regarding extension of train ('I 7 r Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting Council noted this letter. 2. Rodney L. Stivland, Harbor to change Terminolo in S ecial Use Motion y ou mem er arre to change Condition No.1 in the Special Use Permit for Rodney L. Stivland for conducting a shelter program at 310 Myrtle St. to read "1. ..... is a duly licensed residential facility within the meaning of Rule 5 of the Rules of Minn. Dept. of Public Welfare". (All in favor). 3. Remi Huyent Circle Adventures - Request for Assistance in Bicycling Tour for Inner- lty Youth. Council directed that this letter should be forwarded to the Chamber of Commerce and Police Chief. 4. Anita Buck, Stillwater Sesquicentennial Committee - Scope & Procedures for implementing celebration. City Planner Pung-Terwedo is working with Ms. Buck on this celebration. 5. Patrick Mulvehill, 301 W. Myrtle St. - Requesting Copy of report from SEH Regarding Floodin~ Problems at Above Address. Mr. Moore stated e has just finished the report and will invite Mr. r Mulvehill to the Council meeting when he presents it to Council. , 6. Clinton LaRue, H.M. Smyth Co. Inc. - Concerns regarding Parking Ticket on So. Main St., south of Chestnut St. Council referred this letter to the Parking Task Force Committee for their review and recommendation on signage in the Downtown. 7. Charles Weaver, MWCC - Rebate to City of $16,826. Council noted this letter. 8. Julie Lassonde, Adjuster, GAB - Denying payment to Lisa Cover for damaged tire. Council noted this letter. 9. Julie Lassonde, Adjuster, GAB - Payment of Claim and Reimbursement to GAB for claim of Michael & Jud~ Holderbach. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovlck, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to pay $208.55 to GAB Business Services, Inc., for the deductible portion of payment for the Michael & Judy Holderbach property claim. (All in favor). STAFF REPORTS (Continued) 1. City Coordinator DNR Grant Asslstance for Planting Trees ('I 8 r Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell authorizing permission to submit a grant application to the DNR for assistance in the purchase of approximately 110 trees. (All in favor). Council Team Building Workshop Council will meet on either March 28, or as an alternative, April 4, 1992 to hold a Team Building Workshop. Temporary Employment of Glen Buzzell for Building Inspection Services Motion by Counc1lmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing a contract for building inspection services with Glen Buzzell, on a temporary basis, not to exceed 120 days, at $10.00 per hour. (Resolution No. 92-31) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. City Attorney - Deed of Conveyance for Armor~ Property Motion by Councilmember Bodlovic , seconded by Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution approving a Deed of Conveyance, as it relates to land for the Armory, and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign. (Resolution r No. 92-32) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Notice of Termination for Stillwater Yacht Club Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing a Notice of Termination be sent to the Stillwater Yacht Club for the two leases they have for City property; and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign said notices. (Resolution No. 92-33) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to adjourn the meet ing to Executi ve Sess i on at 9: 53 P. M. (Allin favor). ATTEST: J4~ ~~ II r o n Stillwater City Council Minutes February 18, 1992 Regular Meeting Resolutions: No. 92-22 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 92-23 - Award of Contract to Polfus Implement for Parks Tractor. No. 92-24 - Financing of Certain Projects & Establishing Compliance with IRS Regulations. No. 92-25 - Award of Contract to C.W. Houle for 4th & Wilkin Sts. Manhole Repair. No. 92-26 - Publishing of Garbage Ordinance No. 753 by Title & Summary. No. 92-27 - Publishing of Floodplain Ordinance No. 747 by Title & Summary. No. 92-28 - Adopting Waterfront Usage Policy. No. 92-29 - Accepting Feasibility Study & Ordering Improvement Hearing on L.I. 282, Green Twig Way, for March 17, 1992. No. 92-30 - Award of Contract to Inland Utilities for Highlands, Phase 2, L.I. 276. No. 92-31 - Approving Contract with Glen Buzzell for Building Inspector Services. No. 92-32 - Authorizing Deed of Conveyance for Armory Property & Mayor & Clerk to sign. No. 92-33 - Notice of Termination Lease for Stillwater Yacht Club. No. 92-34 - Authorizing Repair of Aiple Lift Station. Ordinances: No. 753 - Amendment to Chap. 30 for Garbage & Rubbish Removal. No. 754 - Setting dates for Filing & Establishing Filing Fees for City Candidates for Office. 10 RF.COIUl OF KXECIlTIVE SESSION Datecoflve[ted: Tuc"day,Feb:ruary18,1992 fime conver.~d: 9:SS p_m. 1'i"" adjourned: 10:15 p.m. Members pr""ent: IJ.odlovick, Opheim, Parrell ,mo M"yor Abrahill[[so~ Membersab""nt: Punk" Al~o present: City CO<Jrclin"tor KrieR"l and City AU_orney Magnuson PUl:pC1""of Executiv" to mediation. . . ",eSSlon: 1'Q d.i.scuss lubQr 1\"gotiation~ ,d.rategy pert" i.[ling Actio~ 'j'"ken: oepresentt.h" Dired.cd City Coordi.nator Ci'cy in mediaUon. Kries,,1 andCitYAt.torlleyMagnu:sonLo ." " ? "'.c," 4//1",;;( ';I::;,J C~ty Coocd,nator