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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMinutes_2004_05_11 220 Brookings City Council Tuesday, May 11, 2004 The Brookings City Council held an action meeting on Tuesday, May 1 1, 2004, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall with the following members present: Mayor Scott Munstermpn, Council Members Tom Bezdichek, Tom Bozied, Tim Reed, Julie Whaley, and Mike McClemans. Council Member poris Roden was absent. City Manager, Alan Lanning, City Attorney Steve Britzman and City Clerk Shari Thornes were also present. Consent Agenda Discussion regarding a water fountain at the skateboard park was added to the agenda. A motion was made by Reed, seconded by McClemans, to approve the consent agenda which included adoption of the agenda as amended; action to appoint Jesse J. Ronning, Soard of Health, Term O1/O1 j05; Zeno W. Wicks III, Hospital Board, Terrn O1/O1/05; John Grove, Library Board, Term O1�O1�05; Emily Tschetter, Park and Recreation Board High School Member Park and Recreation Board, Term 5�01/05; Dr. Charles S. Roberts, Jr., Park and Recreation Board, Term 5�01�09; and Keith Rounds, Park and Recreation Board, Term 05/O1/06; action to approve Resolution No. 22-04, for Federal Aid Surface Transportation Program; and action to approve Resolution No. 23-04, authorizing use of contingency funds for the "Welcome Home" event for the 727th. All present voted yes; motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 23-04 RESOLUTION FOR USE OF CONTINGENCY FOR THE WELCOME HOME EVENT FOR THE 727'T" WHEREAS, the city of Brookings is committed to providing a high quality of life for its citizens; and WHEREAS, the city of Brookings purchased "Welcome Home" banners that spanned two entrances into the city welcoming home the troops of 727th Transportation Company PLS. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Manager of the City of Brookings is directed and authorized to allocate $2,800 for expenses related to the Welcome Home fvent for the 727"' and 740'h National Guard Units from the city 2004 contingency fund. RESOLUTION NO. 22-044 RESOLUTION FOR FEDERAL AID SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM ORCHARD DRIVE FROM MEDARY AVENUE TO 22N� AVENUE WHEREAS, the Brookings City Council desires the construction and improvement of the road as hereinafter described: LOCATION AND LENGTH: Orchard Drive from Medary Avenue to 22"d Avenue (1.0 mile) Estimated cost: $100,000. AND WHEREAS, The City of Brookings is obligated and hereby agrees to provide proper maintenance as required by the federal Highway Act as amended and supplemented thereto for the project after construction is completed and to regulate or cause to be regulated the installation of utility facilities within the limits of the right-of-way of the proposed project in accordance with State and Federal requirements. AND WHEREAS, The City of Brookings is obligated and hereby agrees to reimburse the State for all costs not reimbursable with Surface Transportation Program (STP) Funds and associated State matching funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that The South Dakota Department of Transportation be and hereby is authorized and requested to program for construction, in accordance with the approved Secondary and Off-System Road Plan Agreement and the State's "Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges" the project hereinafter described. ■ Type of Construction: Cold Milling, asphalt paving and plastic pavement markings. ■ The City of Brookings will request the 90�10 SWAP of Federal funds for 100% State Funds. ■ No Consultant Services will be needed and City Staff will design project. ■ No State services are required. It is estimated that the City of Brookings will have $259,051 STP and State matching funds available in year 2005 of which this project will use $100,000. Mayor's Awards for Historic Preservation. Mayor's Awards for Historic Preservation were presented by Mayor Munsterman and the Brooking Historic Preservation Commission to the following winners: Kim and Gary Winterfeld, 928 7"' Avenue, for "Sympathetic Infill" (New l 221 Construction in an Historic Neighborhood); South Dakota State University 8� South Dakota State University Foundation, Solberg Hall, for "Overall Exterior Restoration"; Amy and Peter Dunkle, 824 4�' Street, for "Overall Exterior and Interior Restoration"; and Mpry and Tim Reed, 627 Medary Avenue, for "Overall Exterior and Interior Restoration" for a "Sympathetic New Addition." Skateboard Pprk. Local citizens requested the City consider installation of a drinking �ountain at the skateboard park. Atlyn Frerichs, Park/Recreation & Forestry Superintendent, reported he is currently researching the status of the water line at that site. He noted that there was a fountain originally at that site. He will provide a follow-up report to the Council in the future. No action was taken. Board of Adjustmenf Report. Jay Gilbertson, Board Chair, provided a report of the Board's current activities. House Movina Rec�uest. A public hearing was held on a house moving request from Paragon Custom Homes, Inc. to move a split foyer house from Madison, SD to the property described as lot 7, Lass Addition, also known as 123 Twin Oaks Lpne. A motion was made by McClemans, seconded by Whaley, to approve. All present voted yes, motion carried. Zoning Request. A motion was made by Reed, seconded by Whaley, to approve a preliminary plat for Lots 18 — 27, Block 7 and Lots 1 — 22, Block 8, Moriarty-Edgebrook Addition (Pebble Beach Drive area). All present voted yes, motion carried. Zonina Request. A motion was made by Whaley, seconded by Reed, to approve on a preliminary plat for Block 1, Kreyger's First Addition (Division Avenue/8�' Street Southj. Alt present voted yes, motion carried. Ordinance No. 11-04— Zoning Ordinance perfaining fo oufdoor sales. Introduction and first reading was given on Ordinance No. 1 1-04, an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to outdoor sales in the Industrial I-1 and I-2 Districts. A motion was made by McCiemans, seconded by Bezdichek, to ppprove first reading of Ordinance No. 1 1-04. All present voted yes, motion carried. The public hearing will be held on May 25rn. Atcohoi Applications. Presentations were made by the following Liquor Operpting Agreement Applicants: Dakota Pub and Skinner's Pub. Action is scheduled for lune 8rn, Dakota Pub Presentation: Rick Ribstein, attorney representing Dakota Pub, asked the Council if their intent was to award two operating agreements. Mayor Munsterman clarified that the Council has the authority to issue none, one, or two agreements. Ribstein commented that Dakota Pub owners Bill and Sandra Thelen presented their business plan outline to the Council in their ppplication packet. The Thelen's purchased the building in September 2003. He noted that their plan includes the history of the building including all the previous uses, a summary of remodeling done since purchase, future goals, and proposed improvements to include a beer garden. In addition, the Dakota Pub has complied with all permits and licenses, has not been cited for any violations or underage problems, and has gone an extra step to hire a survey that identifies benefits derived from other establishments that have received an operating agreement. He asked if the Council, based on their previous decision, would issue a temporpry license in the future for any other applicant. He commented that both applicants are well deserving; however, if some reason there is a concern about the Dakota Pub, he suggested the Council offer a temporary agreement. The Council could also offer two temporary or one permanent and one temporary. CM Reed noted in the application that they talked about putting in food in the future. Would their proposal need a kitchen? Thelen commented with would be hamburger machine for short order style food. Skinner's Pub Presentation: Greg Thornes, Skinner's owner, thanked the Council and referred to the application and business plan. He said Skinner's has been open for almost 8 years and has operated for the last 2 years with a temporary liquor license. He said he appreciated the opportunity the Council gave him to utilize that license. It has given him a good feel as to how the addition of liquor affects his business. It has worked well for Skinners and has also increased revenue for the City. He said Skinner's is a place that attracts local and out-of-town customers as well as college students. It is a large enough to attract major live bands, host pool tournaments, and meetings. 2 222 He purchased the building in 1995 and it was a major remodeling project spending 1 Y� years before opening October 1996. That renovation involved the main floor of the 2 story building, restoring the tin ceiling and wood floors, tuck-pointing brick, new wiring, new sewer line, fire sprinklers, and uncovering the original front of the building. He has done all the work keeping the historical nature of the building in mind. He noted that the renovation wasn't complete when opening. The last few years he hps installed a new roof, new electric service, and built an outdoor courtyard. There is still 1000 square feet of unfinished floor space on the first floor and almost the entire second floor available for expansion. Karl Steege, General Manager, reviewed the business plan highlighting the building history, persona{ information, and future plans. He referred the Council to the site plan, existing floor plan, Phase 1 that includes the future new restroom construction and opening of the south display windows. This phase will provide an additional 1000 square feet of space and better courtyard access to east of building. Phase 2 will create a Snooker Room, a limited access room for small private parties and snooker leagues on the second floor. Phase 3 is a four season room and courtyard expansion. Phase 4 is the installation of a full service kitchen. He noted that the kitchen plans and menu were completed in June 2003 by a kitchen designer in Colorado. Phase 5 would include the installation of a second floor banquet room and the restoration of the original freight elevator. No questions were asked. Quarterly Financial Report. Rita Thompson, Finance Manager, reviewed the first quarter financial reports. Mayor's Council on Community Wellness Presentation. Mayor Munsterman currently serves on � the Governor's Commission on Health Care. Munsterman presented a proposal to create a local Mayor's Council on Community Wellness. Further discussion was scheduled for the June 1 planning session. Brookings Area Multiplex. The Councii reviewed proposed changes to the Brookings Area Multiplex Agreement dated April 10, 2000. A motion was made by Bozied, seconded by McClemans, to not change paragraph 5 in the agreement and keep board appointments at two (2) consecutive terms. All present voted yes; motion carried. A motion was made by Whaley, seconded by Reed, to approve proposed amendments one (changing the name to Brookings Event Center, Inc.) and two (elimination of R&T Center from the agreement). All present voted yes; motion carried. Research Park. A motion was made by Reed, seconded by McClemans, to authorize the Mayor to sign the Research Park in the City of Brookings, South Dakota, Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. Afl present voted yes, except Bezdichek voted no, motion carried. City Manager's ReporF. Allyn Frerichs provided the Council with an update on the Senior Citizen Center Project. Lanning noted that over the last month council members have asked a number of individual questions and he plans to email the Council a summary of those questions and their final resolution. Adjourn. A motion was made by Bezdichek, seconded by Whaley, to adjourn. All present voted yes, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. ITY OF B OOKINGS Sco . Mu sterman, Mayor . �,, �_ o . �or, .....,,.�o �f � t� ~ � �U�' _: p' S� v y�°r ��� � rnes, Brooking City Clerk 3