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10 January 21, 1986 Walter Otto - cont. necessary because it was being used for agricultural purposes. Mr. Otto stated that previous Mayor, Marvin LaValle, had stated that if you own 20 acres you could fill the property with buildings. Otto did not state whether LaValle had mentioned anything about the need for building permits. McAllister asked Otto if he had made any attempt to contact the City Clerk or Building Inspector prior to construction, and he responded "no". McAllister inquired as to how Mr. Otto would feel about removing the building, and Otto responded, "The building will not come down". MOTION: McAllister made motion, Schwab seconded, that this matter be forwarded to Attorney Sarah Mardell to investigate whether the construction of this building is grounds for a misdemeanor charge. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Schwab seconded, an amendment to this motion that if the Attorney discovers violation of a building code or a zoning ordinance that she is to file a formal complaint against Mr. Otto. AMENDMENT VOTING FOR: Schwab, McAllister VOTING AGAINST: Hauer, Potts Motion Failed ORIGINAL MOTION VOTING FOR: Hauer, Potts, Schwab VOTING AGAINST: McAllister Motion Carried. MISCELLANEOUS MOTION: McAllister made motion, Hauer seconded, that Richard Vail and the First State Bank of Hugo be notified that Vail's Letter of Credit must be�--- renewed. The City would draw on the Letter of Credit rather than allow to expire. All aye. Motion Carried. Francis Lander, the city's assessor, was present to explain the formula the state uses to determine mill rates. Hugo's tax will increase by 8 mills, and Mr. Langer explained how the increase would affect different market valued houses. McAllister felt the explanation would be beneficial prior to the issuance of real estate taxes. MOTION: Potts made motion, Schwab seconded, to adjourn at 9:10 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. Mary Creager, Cit C erk City o Hugo