HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974.01.21 CC Minutes JANUARY 21 , 1974 TINUTES OF PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF HyG�
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 PM by Mayor Crever. Roll was
called: Crever, LaValle, Leroux, Lease present. Bjorum absent.
Mayor Crever read aloud a letter from councilwoman Pam Bjorum, dated
January 3, 1974, wherin she stated it had become impossible for her
to continue on the city council, and therefore was resigning.
Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Lease to accept resignation of Pam
Bjorum as councilman of Ward III. Motion carried. The rest of the
council will now look for a third ward council man or woman to replace
Mrs. Bjorum.
Minutes of the January 7th meeting were reviewed, and clerk Burkard
reported there were two corrections to the claims of that date; #13
should be $87.46, not $$747.30, and #21 should be $ 396.30, not $397.30.
The new total is $$38,196.28, not y$38,857.18. Marvin LaValle stated the
motion regarding the First State Bank should have the word "sufficient"
inserted to replace "substantial" . Attorney Johnson stated the "and" in
Signe E. and Signe Lee Sadowske should be changed to "or", as this person
was known by two names, and the "p" in "Thompson" should be left out
of Luvern Thompson & Grangers.
Motion made by Crever, seconded by LaValle to approve minutes as cor-
rected. Motion carried.
The claims for payment were reviewed next, and Don Lease asked it the
bill from Washington County was for one month only, which it was. He
also questioned the bill from Walter Stoltzman dump. Clerk Burkard said
>162.00 of the bill was for hauling George King's house remains to the
dump, and he wondered if this should be certified to the county auditor
for collection. LaValle and Leroux thought the bill should be sent to
the estate first.
Motion made by Leroux, seconded by LaValle to send a letter to the
George King Estate, notifying them of the bill for $162.00 for the
removal of the remains of George King's house to the Stoltzman dump.
This payment should be paid within sixty (60) days from their receipt
of notice, or it will be certified to the county auditor for collection.
Motion carried.
The first people to appear before the council were Bruce Torp, and
John Penton from the White Bear Lake Youth Resource Bureau, along
with the White Bear Lake Police Chief. They stated their agency was
a social service type agency dealing in family problems, drug and al-
cohol problems. They have a professional staff of counselors, and about
thirty volunteer counselors. They have a teen drop in center, and a
job placement center. The Police chief stated they prefer to keep as
many young people as possible out of the criminal justice system, and
thus refer them to the Bureau for help. It was stated that some resi-
dents of Hugo are receiving help from the Bureau at the present time.
The Bureau would like approximately $?2000.00 from Hugo to help them
keep on with their valuable program. Attorney Johnson mentioned if the
council, wished, something could be arranged through a Joint Powers
Agreement. The council will review this matter for a decision at a
later date.
The matter of a minor subdivision for Vern Peloquin came up, and the
following action was taken: Motion made by LaValle, seconded by Leroux
the m 1ior subdivision of Vern Peloquin should be referred to the plan-
ning commission for their meeting of January 23, 1974. Motion carried.
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Dan Spitzer of the planning commission told the covnc:il that the plan-
ning commission recommends that Ed Kuntz, with one year left to serve,
be removed from the commission. Reason stated was lack of attendance.
Motion made by Lease, seconded by Leroux that Ed Kuntz be removed
from the Hugo planning commission, with the clerk sending a letter so
stating to Mr. Kuntz. LaValle, Leroux, .Crever, Lease for. Motion car-
ried.
It was stated that the planning commission recommended that Larry
Ehret be made its chairman. Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Lease
to appoint Larry Ehret planning commission chairman. Motion carried.
Motion made and seconded to appoint David Norden as a planning commis-
sion member to fill the balance of Ed Kuntz's term. Motion carried.
Treasurer George Bernier appeared and stated 350,000.00 in Water Revenue
Sinking Funds could be put in 4 yr. certificates of deposit at a 7%
interest rate. Council discussed the matter, and as the present
certificates come due, the treasurer will bring the matter before the
council, and they can act on it.
Don Lease reported that the sewer committee discussed several sewer
ordinances, drew one up, and referred it to the attorney and ordinance
committee. Attorney Johnson gave copies of same to the council, and
some changes were made. Clerk Burkard suggested giving the ordinance
to the fiscal agent for his review. Attorney Johnson will make the
necessary changes, and pass the ordinance along to Ehlers Associates
for review.
Recess called at 9: 10 PM. Called back to order at 9:20 PM.
Clerk Burkard reported that assessor Ed Leroux had contacted the 4ash-
ington County Assessor, and this man would contact someone else re-
garding assessor school for Mr. Leroux.
Dan Spitzer reported that the original special use permit issued to
LaMetti & Sons Construction could not be found, but the planning com-
mission recommends that the council grant an amendment to the permit.
Motion made by Lease, seconded by LaValle that the special use permit
ratified by the town board of Oneka Township on June 14, 1971 approve-
ing use of land described as SE of Section 89 Township 31 N. , Range
21 W. , lying west of railroad tracks containing 42.5 acres more or
less, for the open storage of sewer and water construction materials,
be and is hereby approved and continued, and that the special use
permit be hereby modified to include the additional use for construc-
tion of a steel storage shed on the south 4l of the property, and the
storage of operational equipment utilized in the construction of
sewer and water systems. Motion carried.
Dan Spitzer stated that LaMetti would like to move their entire
operation to their property in Hugo in the future, and they will
appear at a planning meeting of February12, 1974.
Next item on the agenda was a discussion on the White Bear Rod and
Gun Club. Spitler stated the commission had asked the club to look
into the matter of noise pollution, and report back to the planning
commission, and nothing had been heard from them since that time.
Attorney Johnson suggested council instructing the planning commission
to act on the matter.
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Motion made by Crever, seconded by LaValle to instruct the planning
commission by letter to contact the ;rThite Bear Rod and Gun Club and
gather all necessary information required, and make their recommen—
dation to the council by March 4, 1974. Motion carried.
Police Chief Richard Gunderson appeared and recommended the hiring of
another part time police officer for Hugo. Council then asked questions
of Lyndon George Ladd, the applicant.
Motion made by Crever, seconded by Lease to hire Lyndon George Ladd
as a part time police officer for the City of Hugo. Motion carried.
Gunderson mentioned that Robert Barth had started BCA School Monday.
The state requires that he be reimbursed for mileage and meals. Gunder—
son questioned if Barth could use the squad car, and not collect the
mileage claim. Council felt Barth should use his own car and put a
monthly claim infer payment.
The Norm Horton special use permit came up for discussion. LaValle
questioned whether Horton should be made to request reinstatement,
as his special use permit and junk yard license had been revoked.
Attorney Johnson stated Horton could send a letter to the council
asking for reinstatement with the same terms and conditions.
Motion made by LaValle, seconded by Leroux to inform Norm Horton Sr.
he should send a letter to the city council requesting reinstatement
of his special use permit and junk yard license, witth the letter being
in the clerk's office prior to February 4, 1974.
Motion made by LaValle, seconded by Lease to amend previous motion to
have the village attorney send the letter to Horton. :Notion carried
The previous motion was voted on and carried.
The matter of Pioneer Club Licenses was brought up. Motion made by
LaValle, seconded by Leroux to grant off Sale Non Intoxicating LiquDr,
Cigarette, Soft Drink, Game of Skill licenses, and a Dance Permit to
Pioneer Club, Inc. Motion carried.
Engineer Hoy-raid Kuusisto reported that approximately twenty five sewer
contractors hare the village sewer specifications, and bids will be
opened on February 4th.
Attorney Charles Johnson stated he is still working on the easements,
and should be just about done on February 4th.
Clerk Burkard reported on the following:
A bill from International Harvestor was received in the amount of
$6242.14 and he
questioned how this was to be paid. (It was noted
that 05000.00 had also been received from Washinton County for the
village truck) . lotion made by Lease, seconded by LaValle that ;05000.00
from the county for the village truck should be temporarily used for
the purchase of the tanker chassis, and should be reimbursed when the
money fiv m the bonds is received. Motion carried.
Documents had been received in the clerk's office regarding the raise
in gas and electric rates from Northern States Power Company.
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;_.letter had been -received from the Bald Eagle Sportsmens Association
asking to meet with the council regarding proposed zoning. LaValle
mentioned that sufficient inf o_nation had been made public on the pro-
posed zoning ordinance, and the planning meetings are public. Attorny
Johnson is to respond to the Sportsmer_s Association regarding the matter.
A resolution of approval of the Comprehensive Sewer Plan had been re-
ceived from the Metropolitan Sewer Board.
A letter had been received from the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources, stating that if municipalities do not have or adopt an
ordinance regulating shoreland use and development by July 1 , 1975,
the commissioner of natural resources shalljlold a public hearing
and adopt an ordinance for the municipality. Meanwhile, then eare to
be meetings and a public hearing to explain proposed standards and
criteria for such an ordinance. If the municipality has any such or-
dinance already, and Hugo does not, it is to be submitted to the Dept.
of Natural Resources by April, 1974.
A letter was received from the Metro Council regarding the Grant Town-
ship Comprehensive Plan. LaValle thought this should be put before the
Hugo planning commission.
Motion made by LaValle and seconded that City of Hugo subscribe to
the Forest Lake Times for one year. Motion carried.
Motion made by Lease, seconded by LaValle to renew temporary mobile
h(w!.e permit for Hilbert McCloud. Motion carried.
Don Lease mentioned he wanted to discuss the election law with attorney
Johnson. Motion made by Crever, seconded by LaValle that a work session
be held Tuesday January 29, at 7:00 PM and request that village attorney
be present. Motion carried.
It was stated that the sewer committee should be activated shortly.
Don Lease stated we owe the Metro Sewer Board money for deferred assess-
ment, and this should be worked on. LaValle suggested finding three
people to work on the sewer committee to replace Perzichilli, Tauer,
and Dooley. LaValle also mentioned the council and sewer committee
should work together on sewer assessments.
Clerk Burkard reported his office still has the second low bids for
fire equipment in possession. Motion made and seconded to return the
second low bid bonds to their owners. Motion carried.
Motion made by LaValle, seconded by Leroux to adjourn at 12:00 AM.
Motion carried.
Sandy H nson
Deputy Clerk
City of Hugo