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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-01-08 CC MIN r REGULAR MEETING STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES January 8, 1991 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Abrahamson. City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Finance Director Deblon Consulting Engineer Moore Comm. Dev. Director Russell Parks Director Blekum Public Works Director Junker Public Safety Director Mawhorter Fire Chief Seim City Clerk Johnson Julie Kink, The Courier Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette Richard Kilty, Marlene Workman, Dennis Sullivan, Jeff & Kathy Junker, Tina Kimble, Caroline Abrahamson, Dean Funke, David Paradeau, Jelle DeBoeuf, Judy Funke, Jeff Johnson, Cherie Berett, Bob Tanner, Ed Stuart, Mike Mahoney, Bob Liberty, Vern Stefan, Don Valsvik, Mike McGuire, Bob Ahmann, Terry O'Brien, Jim Gannon, Clayton Patterson, Martha & Duane Hubbs, Lloyd Bodlovick, Duane Elliott, George Olsen. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councllmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the minutes of December II, 1990 as presented. (All in favor). Present: Absent: Also Present: Press: n O~e~: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson; Councilmember-Elect Gary Funke. None CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION - JAY KIMBLE Mayor Abrahamson presented a Certificate of Appreciation and a clock to outgoing Councilmember, Jay Kimble, in appreciation for his many years of dedicated service to the City of Stillwater. Mr. Kimble thanked the citizens of Stillwater for the privilege of serving on the Council and wished the Council and Staff the best of luck. RECESS Council recessed for ten minutes for refreshments and reconvened at 7:20 P.M. OATH OF OFFICE FOR NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEMBERS 1 c r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 City Clerk Johnson issued the Oaths of Office to Mayor Abrahamson, and Councilmembers Bodlovick and Funke. Mayor Abrahamson called the meeting to order. STAFF REPORTS 1. Parks DIrector - No report. 2. Public Safety Director - No report. 3. Community Development Director - No report. 4. Public Works Director - No report. 5. Finance Director - No report. 6. Fire Chief - r' Purchase of Positive Pressure Ventilation Fan Motion by CounCllmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to approve the request of Fire Chief Seim for the purchase of a positive pressure ventilation fan at a cost of $1,200. (All in favor). PUBLIC HEARING 1. This IS the day and time for the public informational hearing on consideration of Downtown Improvements, Plans and Specifications for final Approval and Authorization for Bids. Notice of the hearing was published in The Courier on January 3, 1991. A public informational hearing followed on the Downtown Plan improvements with input from both staff and residents. Mr. Russell summarized the events so far by stating that a work session was held on January 3, 1991 with Council and Staff. The Staff was requested to present additional information on lighting and costs. It was recommended that bids be received for basic plans as well as alternates in order to get an idea of the costs. Sections of the bid could be rejected, if necessary. Consulting Engineer Moore discussed the time schedule for construction. The contract could be awarded in May. Jeff Johnson, 309 So. 5th St., presented a statement on behalf of the Heritage Preservation Commission, which supports the plans and specifications as prepared to improve historic Downtown Stillwater. Dennis Sullivan, 1315 So. Everett St., wanted to remind everyone that the recommendation is to state the items needed for the plan and bid on that. If a bid is requested for all items, it will slow down the project. " l 2 Stillwater City Council Minutes r-' Regular Meeting , , January 8, 1991 Bruce Raleigh, 270 No. Main St., stated a good number of property owners on Main St. do not live in Stillwater and cannot vote here. He asked the Council to keep in mind that it is not just the voters of the City that a re affected. Mike McGuire, who owns property downtown, stated he voted for the petition to improve the downtown area and believes in planning for the area, although he does not agree with all parts of the plan. Linda Hinz, 302 So. Main St., stated she signed the petition, but was misled. She also serves on the Downtown Action Committee, and agrees with Mr. McGuire. She does not think that pavers and acorn lighting will benefit the Downtown. Kevin LaCosse, 324 So. Main St., stated this reconstruction will affect us for the next 40 to 60 years and information should be sought for all items which costs us nothing now. He also stated he signed the petition. The Council should look at the long term effects of the plan and what it will mean for attracting tenants and other investors in the Downtown area. r , ~ David Paradeau, 601 No. Main St., owner of the Zephyr, was under the impression that the City was to be enhanced and made attractive. He has heard about other cities that have done similar reconstruction and he supports the plan. His future relies on beautifying the City. Sheryl Marshall, 323 W. Laurel St., representing the Board of Directors of the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, stated they support the plan and recommend the City Council proceed as planned. Ed Stuart, owner of Kolliner's, representing the Downtown Stillwater Council, stated that any abandonment of the plan would damage the future of the City of Stillwater and now is the time to reinvest TIF money in the Downtown. Don Valsvik, Downtown Plan Action Committee, asked the Council to consider one very important thing, that being, we should create an image to bring in business to equalize the tax base. The Council should at least keep the lighting. Richard Kilty, 200 So. 3rd St., asked the Council to keep this plan as economical as possible or it will mean big costs for property owners. Mark Balay, 711 So. 1st St., speaking as an officer of Rivertown Restoration, Inc., stated they support the Downtown Plan and asked Council to take the necessary action to make it succeed. r ~ 3 ~ Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 Tom Lillesve, 228 Northland, stated the sidewalks have been cement for years and pavers will not bring more customers downtown. Bill Stouvenal, 501 No. Main St., stated he thinks the Council should go ahead and find out what the actual costs will be for everything before you make cuts or changes. Jeff Johnson, 309 So. Fifth St., asked for clarification on the base bid, alternate bid and use of TIF funds -- would it cover decorative lighting. It was stated that the assessment would not be less if the decorative lighting was removed from the bid. r Mayor Abrahamson closed the hearing. Discussion followed by Council and Staff regarding the make-up of the base bid and possible alternates. Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to adopt the appropriate resolution approving plans and specifications and ordering advertisement for the base bids, which includes infrastructure items, namely repair and/or replacement of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, watermain replacement and addition, concrete sidewalk replacement, curb and gutter and street section, either reconstruction overlay or patch and sealcoat, street lighting replacement and addition where necessary; and including alternate bids for lighting, pavers and landscaping for L.I. 2ti7, Downtown Improvements. (Resolution No. 91-1) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Council recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 9:00 P.M. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. DesIgnatIon of Legal Citr News~aper for 1991. CIty Clerk Johnson and C ty Attorney Magnuson explained the letters that were received from the Courier and Gazette newspapers containing quotes for printing legal notices for the City and clarification of the bids that were received at the Council meeting on December 18, 1990. Mr. Mahoney, publisher of the Gazette, expressed concerns that the bids were not presented equally because of the difference in seven and eight point type. City Attorney Magnuson recommended that Council reject all bids and consider the quotes dated December 28, 1990. l 4 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 Council asked Mr. Liberty of the Courier whether he will change his distribution of papers. He stated he will not decrease his distribution of papers in the City in 1991. Discussion followed regarding circulation of both papers. Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reject all previous bids, dated December 17, 1990, for the legal City newspaper, 1991. (All in favor). r' Motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to adopt the appropriate resolution accepting the quote of The Courier, dated December 28, 1990, for publication of the legal City newspaper for the year, 1991, at the rate of $3.00 per column inch. (Resolution No. 91-2) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 2. Possible ap~ointment of Parks Maintenance Supervisor. Motion by CounCllmember Bodlov1ck, seconded by Councllmember Funke the appropriate resolution appointing Tim Thomsen as Ass't. Public Director/Parks Maintenance Supervisor effective January 16, 1991. No. 91-3) to adopt Works (Resolution Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. Appointments/Reappointments to Various Boards and Commissions. a. Port Author1ty Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Council member Funke to reappoint James Schultz and Dean Funke to the Stillwater Port Authority. (All in favor). b. Library Board Motion by Counc1lmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reappoint Fred Kalinoff and Gregory Schmidt to the Stillwater Library Board; and to appoint David Ruch to the Board replacing Susan Doe, with a letter of commendation for Ms. Doe for her years of service to the City. (All in favor). c. Planning Commission Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to reappoint Glenna Bealka, Gerald Fontaine and Don Valsvik to the Planning Commission. (All in favor). c 5 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 d. Herita~e Preservation Commission Counci WIll make appointments to the Heritage Preservation Commission at the next regular meeting. e. Park and Recreation Commission Motion by Councilmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councilmember Funke to reappoint Wayne Wohlers, Alan Liehr and Jim Gannon to the Park and Recreation Commission; to reappoint Steve Joyce if he desires to be reappointed; to appoint Dick Blekum to the commission replacing Tom Thoreson and to appoint Tom Lillesve if Steve Joyce does not want to be reappointed. (All in favor). f. Joint Cable Commission Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Funke to reappoint Jackie Ulrich to the St. Croix Valley Central Joint Cable Commission. (All in favor). ~ Motion by Councilmember Funke, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to limit membership on City Boards and Commissions to residents of Stillwater, only. (Ayes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmembers Farrell and Opheim). NEW BUSINESS 1. Electing a Vice President for Council. Motion by Councilmember BodloV1Ck, seconded by Councilmember Opheim to appoint Councilmember Farrell as Council Vice President. (All in favor). CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick to approve the Consent Agenda of January 8, 1991, including the following: (All in favor). 1. Directiny pa~ent of Bills. (Resolution No. 91-4). Ayes -Counc lme ers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson Nays - None 2. The Following Licenses: Contractor's Licenses General Contractor Renewal Morton Buildings, Inc. 11935 Highway 95 N.E. Foley, Mh. 56329 ~ . . 6 ~ r r c Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 Plummer Concrete R.R. 2, Box 132 Ellsworth, Wi 54011 Masonry & Brick Wk. New Suburban Lighting, Inc. 6077 Lake Elmo Ave. No. Stillwater, Mn. 55082 Bills Bluff Bait 806 South Main St. Sign Erection Re newa 1 Cigarette License Renewa 1 Nelson's Dairy Store 902 West Olive St. Renewal Rivertown Taxi P.O. Box 755 Sti 11 water, Mn. Taxi Li censes 1 cab Renewal Valley Chauffeurs P.O. Box 794 Hudson, Wi 54016 2 cabs Transfer from Ray Francis to Doug Luchsinger COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS 1. Parks & Recreation Board proposal to create a natural path walkway around McKuS1Ck Lake. Duane Elliott was present to briefly explain his recommendation. Further discussion was tabled until the end of March or first part of April. 2. Mr. & Mrs. W. A. Ulrich, 127 Birchwood Dr. No., letter regarding cost of new water Pi~e and shut-off valve. Motion by Councl member Funke, seconded by Councilmember Farrell to authorize payment of $53.50 for repair of a Water Dept. curb box at 127 Birchwood Dr. (Ayes - 4; Nays - 0; Abstain - 1, Councilmember Bodlovick) 3. Gregory Smith, GAB, disposition of claim against the City by Karufel, for damage to auto. CouncIl took note of this communication. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS ElImInatIon of Buildin Ins ector Position. Motion y ounCl me er un e, secon e y ouncilmember Bodlovick to dismiss the Building Inspector, effective January 31, 1991, with the condition that if business increases, he will be recalled. (AYes - 3; Nays - 2, Councilmembers Farrell and Opheim). STAFF REPORTS (Continued) 7 r Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 1. Community Development Director - Mr. Russell presented an update on the census review and stated Stillwater will receive 122 more persons in their count. Change of Meetin~ Date with DNR Council changed he Special Meeting date with the Minn. Dept. of Natural Resources from Jan. 22 to Jan. 29, 1991 at 5:30 P.M. to 2. in r Potential Contamination of Soils in Downtown Area Motion by Councilmember Opheim, seconded by Councilmember Funke to adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing the expenditure of $500 to work with the soils firm and meet with the Pollution Control Agency to determine the parameters of the possible soil contamination in the Downtown area in order to qualify for petrol funds. (Resoluton No. 91-5) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None 3. City Attorney RescindIng Resolution No. 8403, Appointing Curve Crest Properties as City A ent for constructIon of Storm Sewer. Motion y ounCl me er arre ,secon e y Councilmember Opheim to adopt the appropriate resolution rescinding Resolution No. 8403, authorizing Curve Crest properties to act as the City's agent for the construction of a storm sewer. (Resolution No. 91-6) Ayes - Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Funke, Opheim and Mayor Abrahamson. Nays - None Mayor Abrahamson thanked the Freighthouse staff, City staff and others who worked on the reception for Governor Carlson at the Freighthouse on Saturday, January 5, 1991. r 8 n n n Stillwater City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 8, 1991 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Council member Farrell to recess the meeting at 10:08 P.M. (All in favor). aJllIt; ~ ATTEST'~~ Resolutions: No. 91-1 - Approval of Plans & Specs, Order Ad for Bids, Downtown Improvement, L.r. 257. No. 91-2 - Naming The Courier as City's Legal Newspaper for 1991. No. 91-3 - Appointing Tim Thomsen as Pub.Wks. Foreman/Parks Supervisor. No. 91-4 - Directing Payment of Bills. No. 91-5 - Authorize SEH to proceed in determining parameters with PCA & Soils Firm for Downtown Area in amount of $500 for possible soil contami nati on. No. 91-6 - Rescind Res. No. 8403 (Curve Crest Prop. to act as City Agent.) 9