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1 1 1 (minutes carried forward) August 22, 1977 There was some discussion on the upgrading of the sign ordinance and the fees, and the possibility of allowing one identifying sign for each business. There was also discuss- ion of re- designing the application form. The Planning and Zoning will consider this matter. Mr. Art Rehbein had requested a building permit on property owned by Mrs. Edith Kammerer and has no front footage on any street. The only access is over a private driveway ease- ment of 30'. The property was recorded in 1964 but the ordinance requirement for front footage on an established City Street was passed in 1957. This would make the land un- buildable. Mr. McLean moved that no action be taken on this request. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider said that the Park Board meeting was concerned with budget preparation and he would defer reporting on that until the budget hearing on August 25, 1977. The Clerk will make copies of this for the meeting. Mr. Zelinka said the Personnel Commission had met and made their recommendations for sal- aries for the coming year. He would defer action on this matter until after the budget hearing. The data compiled by the Personnel Commission could be used at that hearing. The Clerk was asked if this information was built into the budget figures and she said, Yes. Mr. Locher presented the proposed method for the assessment for the LaMotte Road sewers. He had eliminated Outlot 1 since it only has a 60' frontage and has been dedicated for drainage purposes and-is not a buildable parcel of land. Mr. Locher suggested that the assessment be divided evenly and each lot pay the same amount. This is to be a 10 year assessment and the interest may be computed to provide an eren pay- ment for the 10 year period or it may be computed on a decreasing basis. There is no in- terest if the amount is paid within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment role. The Assessment hearing has been scheduled for September 12, 1977. The notices to the property owners must be in the mail by August 26, 1977. Mr. Locher felt this is a low assessment because 1) the contractor was already in the area; and 2) by constructing the lines at this time, another lift station is not needed. Mr, Karth moved to establish the assessment role on a cost per unit basis with a level payment. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Locher said he had tried to contact the Union Representatives to schedule a meet- ing but they were out of town. He had left a message but his call has not been returned. Mr. Locher reported on a call from W & G Rehbein in reference to the building that had collapsed on 20th Avenue North. He had told Mr. Rehbein that a building permit is not required for an agricultural building bur a land use permit is required. Mr. Locher said the Ordinance has been passed and published and is in effect but the Council should establish a fee for this permit. Mr. McLean questioned the need for some input from the building inspector. The Building Inspector will only check the usage and location as to side lot lines and front setback. After some discussion, Mr. Zelinka suggested a minimum fee of $20.00. Mr. McLean so moved. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Gotwald reported that he has finished the survey on Orange Street and 77th Street and the cost figures for upgrading has been computed.