HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008.07.07 CC MinutesMINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MONDAY, JULY 7, 2008
Mayor Fran Miron called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
PRESENT: Granger, Haas, Petryk, Puleo, Miron
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Administrator Mike Ericson, Community Development Director Bryan Bear,
Assistant City Attorney Cameron Kelly, Assistant City Engineer Diane Hankee, Public Works Director
Chris Petree, and City Clerk Michele Lindau
Minutes for the June 11, 2008 City County Workshop on Tornado Disaster
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve the minutes for the June 11, 2008 workshop held in
regards to preliminary tornado disaster cost estimates as presented.
All aye. Motion carried.
Minutes for the June 16, 2008 Regular City Council Meeting
Haas made motion, Granger seconded, to approve the minutes for the June 16, 2008 meeting as
presented.
All aye. Motion carried.
Minutes for the June 20, 2008 Tornado Briefing at Washington County
Petryk made motion, Haas seconded, to approve the minutes for the Washington County Tornado
Disaster Debriefing held at the Washington County Courthouse on June 20, 2008 as presented.
All aye. Motion carried.
Approval of Agenda
Remove F. 1 Recognition of Girl Scout Gold Award — Rochelle Schostag
Mayor Miron made motion ,Haas seconded, to approve the agenda for July 7, 2008 as amended.
All aye. Motion carried.
Recognition of Girl Scout Gold Award — Rochelle Schostag
The City of Hugo has received a letter from the Girl Scouts of America indicating that a Hugo resident
Rochelle Schostag has received her Gold Award. Rochelle was not able to attend this meeting but will
be at the July 21, 2008 City Council meeting where the Mayor will recognize Rochelle and her
achievement.
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Donation to Hugo Relief Fund from Running Aces — Jeff Halpern and Tom Fox
On Friday, June 27, 2008, Mayor Fran Miron accepted a $2,700 donation from Running Aces Harness
Track in the City of Columbus. General Manager Bob Farinella as well as founders Jeff Halpern and
Tom Fox were in attendance to present the check to the Council. The Mayor stated that it was a gift
from the patrons of Running Aces to the Hugo Relief Fund for those who suffered loss from the May 25,
2008 tornado disaster. Bob talked about the racing program, which ended for the season on Sunday,
saying there was good attendance and participation. The card room opened this week and the restaurant
was available for dining. The Mayor accepted the donation on behalf of the Hugo Relief Fund and
thanked the patrons of Running Aces for their generosity.
Consent Agenda
Haas made motion, Granger seconded, to approve the following Consent Agenda:
Approval of Claims
Approve Permit Application for use of Hardwood Creek Trail for Wilson Tool 5K Fun Run on August
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Approve Request for a One -Year Extension for Oneka Square Preliminary Plat and PUD General Plan
Approve Revision to the City Personnel Policy
Approve Text Amendment to the Nuisance Ordinance Relating to Noise
Approve Text Amendment to the Nuisance Ordinance Relating to Junk Cars
Approve Pay Request No. 4 from Arnt Construction for Work Completed to Date on the Rice Lake
Soccer Complex
Approve Resolution Authorizing Payment to Exempt Employees for Tornado Disaster Work
Approve Adoption of New Mileage Reimbursement Rate
Approve Application from North St. Paul Fire Department Relief Association for Event at Wild Wings
on October 10, 2008
Approve Termination of Contract with LightEdge Solutions and Authorization to Enter Into Contract for
Comcast Business Internet
Approve Hire of Jesse Seering as Probationary Hugo Firefighter
Approve Authorization for HFD to Advertise for Sale of Old Fire Trucks: 1974 International Tanker and
1974 International Pumper in Sealed Bid Process
Approve Application from Lakes MN Deer Hunters Association Lakes Chapter for Event at Blacksmith
Lounge on September 27, 2008
Approval of Claims
Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the claims roster as presented.
Approve Permit Application for use of Hardwood Creek Trail for Wilson Tool 5K Fun Run on
August 9, 2008
City staff has received an application from Wilson Tool for its annual 5K run scheduled for Saturday,
August 9, 2008. As Council is aware, an application has already been submitted and approved by the
Washington County Parks Department for the official use of the trail for this 5K Fun Run. Adoption of
the Consent Agenda approved the permit application for the use of Washington County's Hardwood
Creek Trail for the Wilson Tool 5K Fun Run on Saturday, August 9, 2008.
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Approve Request for a One -Year Extension for Oneka Square Preliminary Plat and PUD General
Plan
At its June 18, 2007 meeting the Council approved a preliminary plat, rezoning, and PUD general plan
for the Oneka Square retail development located at the northeast corner of 120th Street and Highway 61.
The project has not been built to date. The applicant has requested a one-year extension of the Council's
approval for the Oneka Square preliminary plat and PUD general plan. Adoption of the Consent Agenda
approved the extension to the City Council.
Approve Revision to the City Personnel Policy
At a recent Employee Safety Committee meeting, City staff addressed the issue of foot protection on
construction sites for Building Inspectors. As Council is aware, the Hugo Public Works Department has
an allowance for the purchase of work boots by Public Works Employees. The Employee Safety
committee agreed that the application should be extended to building inspectors. Adoption of the
Consent Agenda approved the revision to the City Personnel Policy to allow building inspectors an
allowance of $100 for the purchase of work boots for safety purposes.
Approve Text Amendment to the Nuisance Ordinance Relating to Noise
Over the past year and a half the Code Enforcement Subcommittee has been working on ordinance text
amendments that include storage of recreational equipment, tall grass and noxious weeds, and dogs. The
subcommittee has finished working on a proposed noise ordinance that regulates car stereo systems. The
current City ordinance regarding noise states that "all unnecessary noises which tend to disturb the peace
and repose of neighboring residents" shall be considered a nuisance. The code enforcement
subcommittee has decided to concentrate on the nuisance of loud noise from car stereo systems and add
a portion to the ordinance for enforcement specifically for the nuisance of loud car stereo systems. The
Planning Commission considered the text amendment at a public hearing during their June 12, 2008
meeting. There was no one that spoke at the public hearing on the text amendment. The Planning
Commission unanimously recommended to the City Council to approve the text amendment with
changes to the text adding all audio, not only music. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved
adoption of ORDINANCE 2008-418 AMENDING CHAPTER 200 (NUISANCES) SECTION 4,
NUMBER 11 REGARDING NOISE and ORDINANCE 2008-419 AMENDING CHAPTER 320
(COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE REGULATION) SECTION 1010-100.1 DEFINITIONS
Petryk made motion, Granger seconded, to direct staff to post signs at the entrances to the City stating
"Noise Ordinance Enforced" and to notify the Sheriff's Department of the ordinance. She also asked
that it be posted in the newspapers.
All aye. Motion carried.
Approve Text Amendment to the Nuisance Ordinance Relating to Junk Cars
The current City ordinance regarding junk vehicles states that it is a nuisance for any property to have
more than two junk vehicles on it at a time. The proposed ordinance will not allow junk vehicles on
properties in the urban area of the City that are developed. Properties that meet certain criteria will be
allowed to store no more than two junk vehicles, provided the vehicles are adequately screened from
adjacent properties and are not located on the grass in the front yard. All properties that have outdoor
storage of junk vehicles shall include a dwelling. The Planning Commission considered the text
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amendment at a public hearing during their meeting on June 12, 2008. There was no one that spoke on
the text amendment at the meeting. The Planning Commission generally agreed with the amendment.
The Planning Commission recommended to the Council approval of the text amendment with
modifications to the text to remove the word "adequately," in front of the word "screened". They also
recommended the word "inhabited" in front of the word "dwelling", to make sure there is someone
living in the dwelling. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved adoption of ORDINANCE 2008-420
AMENDING CHAPTER 320 (COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE REGULATION) TO ADD
SECTION 1195-365.1 JUNK VEHICLES AND REPEALING CHAPTER 200, SECTION 4,
NUMBER 17 REGARDING JUNK VEHICLES.
Approve Pay Request No. 4 from Arnt Construction for Work Completed to Date on the Rice
Lake Soccer Complex
City staff has received Pay Request No.4 from Amt Construction for work completed to date on the Rice
Lake Soccer Complex. Senior Engineering Technician Scott Anderson has reviewed the pay request
and found it to be satisfactory for work completed to date on the project. Adoption of the Consent
Agenda approved Pay Request No. 4 in an amount of $345,578.13 from Amt Construction for work
completed to date on the Rice Lake Soccer Complex.
Approve Resolution Authorizing Payment to Exempt Employees for Tornado Disaster Work
At its June 11, 2008 workshop, the Hugo City Council reviewed preliminary cost estimates for clean up
and recovery work for the May 25, 2008 tornado disaster. The City employee costs included firefighter
non-exempt and exempt employees. Council directed staff to finalize costs related to exempt employees
and to prepare a resolution for approval by Council. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved
RESOLUTION 2008 — 34 AUTHORIZING OVERTIME FOR SALARIED EXEMPT
EMPLOYEES
Approve Adoption of New Mileage Reimbursement Rate
Consistent with the City of Hugo's personnel policy, the Hugo City Council needs to adopt the change
in the reimbursement rate as per the Federal IRS standards. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved
the new mileage reimbursement rate which is increased to $.585 per mile effective July 1, 2008
Approve Application from North St. Paul Fire Department Relief Association for Event at Wild
Wings on October 10, 2008
City staff has received a application from the North St. Paul Fire Department Relief Association for
charitable gambling event which will be held on Friday, October 10, 2008 at Wild Wings. City staff has
reviewed the charitable gambling application and found it to be satisfactory complete. Adoption of the
Consent Agenda approved the charitable gambling license for the North St. Paul Fire Department Relief
Association and it's charitable gambling activities to be held on Friday, October 10, 2008 at Wild Wings.
Approve Termination of Contract with LightEdge Solutions and Authorization to Enter Into
Contract for Comcast Business Internet
City staff has been reviewing the service and rate provided by the City's internet provider LightEdge
Solutions for the past several months. Staff has determined that the service and rate could better be
provided by the City's cable provider, Comcast, which will provide internet service at a much faster
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speed and at a less expensive rate. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the termination of the
contract with LightEdge Solutions and authorize staff to enter into a contract for Comcast Business
Internet which will provide a cost savings of more than 30% to the City of Hugo
Approve Hire of Jesse Seering as Probationary Hugo Firefighter
The Hugo Fire Department has been advertising for several months for probationary firefighters to
provide response time during day -time hours. Fire Chief Jim Compton is pleased to recommend to the
Hugo City Council the hiring of Jesse Seering as a probationary firefighter. Jesse works at JL
Schwieters and has signed an agreement with Schwieters which will allow him flexibility to respond to
medical and fire calls. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the hire of Jesse Seering as a
probationary firefighter, with the standard pre-employment physical, for a two year probation period.
Approve Authorization for HFD to Advertise for Sale of Old Fire Trucks: 1974 International
Tanker and 1974 International Pumper in Sealed Bid Process
As Council is aware, the Hugo Fire Department has been notified by truck manufacturer General Truck
that the City of Hugo will soon be in possession of the new 2008 tanker pumper truck authorized for
purchase earlier this year. In advance of the new receipt of the new pumper tanker, staff seeks
authorization from Council to conduct the sale of the 1974 International Tanker and the 1974
International Pumper in a sealed bid process. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved authorization
for the Hugo Fire Department to advertise for the sale of the 1974 International Tanker Fire Truck and
the 1974 International Pumper Fire Truck in a sealed bid process.
Approve Application from Lakes MN Deer Hunters Association Lakes Chapter for Event at
Blacksmith Lounge on September 27, 2008
City staff has received a application from the MN Deer Hunters Association Lakes Chapter for charitable
gambling which will be held on September 27, 2008 at Wild Wings. City staff has reviewed the charitable
gambling application and found it to be satisfactory complete. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved
the charitable gambling license for the MN Deer Hunters Association Lakes Chapter and its charitable
gambling activities to be held on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Blacksmith Lounge.
Approve Text Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Relating to Home Occupations
This item was removed from the Consent Agenda by Council Member Puleo. Tom Ryden, owner of
Tom's Sewer Service, applied for a home occupation interim use permit for his property in the rural area
of Hugo. The only criterion requiring him to apply for the permit is the number and size of business
vehicles stored on the property. He has a sewer pump truck over 9,200 pounds and a business van
stored on the property. The van would be allowed by the ordinance, but the sewer pump truck would
not be allowed with an interim use permit. Mr. Ryden asked the Council to consider allowing two
vehicles with a home occupation without obtaining an interim use permit. After the application was
submitted Tom Ryden sold the business and withdrew his application. At their December 3, 2007
meeting, the City Council discussed this issue as requested by the property owner. They discussed the
vehicles that are used in the rural area of the City on farms and what kinds of home occupations are in
the rural areas of the City. They stated that it may be reasonable to allow two vehicles to be allowed on
property in the rural area of the City for a home occupation, with one exceeding the required 9,200
pounds. The Planning Commission considered the text amendment at a public hearing during their June
12, 2008 meeting. There was no one that spoke on the text amendment at the meeting. The Planning
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Commission made a recommendation to the Council to approve an amendment to the Home
Occupations ordinance. The Council discussed the restriction on trailers attached to vehicles, screening
of the trailers, and wording on parcel size.
Puleo made motion, Granger seconded, to approve ORDINANCE 2008-421 AMENDING CHAPTER
320 (COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE REGULATION) SECTION 1195-330.1 HOME
OCCUPATIONS, SUBD. 2, (.i) AND SUBD. 13, (B) with a change to the wording from "greater than
ten acres" to "ten acres or more" and a change to allow a trailer with a vehicle attached, not to exceed 46
feet in length combined, to be parked in Agricultural and Rural Districts on parcels at least ten acres in
size. No changes were made to the screening requirement.
Aye: Granger, Petryk, Puleo
Nay: Haas, Miron
Motion carried.
Award of Bid for 2008 Bituminous Road Repairs Proiect
At its May 5, 2008 meeting the City Council authorized staff to solicit bids for 2008 bituminous road
repairs. The roads to be repaired include: Hyde Av. N., Heather Av. N., Upper Heather Av. N.,
Goodview Av. N. and Falcon Av. N. The proposed repairs include: repairing soft spots,
milling/reclaiming the pavement and paving a new 2" layer of asphalt. The estimated project cost is
approximately $134,000. Public Works Director Chris Petree explained that bids were received on
Thursday, June 26, 2008. The City received 8 bids for the project with prices ranging from $125,570 to
$171,809 with three bids below $128,000. The low bidder was Northwest Asphalt, Inc. at a price of
$125,570, almost $9,000 below staff's estimate. Northwest Asphalt, Inc. is a qualified contractor and
staff is confident in their ability to complete the project and at their bid price.
Granger made motion, Haas seconded, to award the 2008 Bituminous Road Repair Project to Northwest
Asphalt, Inc. at a low bid price of $125,570.
Upon roll call voting aye: Puleo, Haas, Petryk, Granger, Miron
Voting nay: None
Motion carried.
Discussion on Approval of Resolution for Washington County Certifying Change in Property
Values
At its June 11, 2008 workshop and June 16, 2008 City Council meeting, the Hugo City Council
discussed with City Assessor Frank Langer and Washington County Director of Assessment Services
Kevin Corbid the issues related to the reduction in the values of properties destroyed or damaged by the
May 25, 2008 tornado. As Council is aware, this detailed work needs to be reviewed and certified by
the County as well as an application sent to the State of Minnesota Executive Committee for approval.
Kevin Corbid prepared a resolution to officially certify the change in property values as discussed with
Council previously. Commissioner Dennis Hegberg stated this was a step in the process, and he would
like to move forward quickly as possible to get the residents a portion of their first half of this year's
property taxes returned to them and reduce their next year's tax.
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve RESOLUTION 2008-35 REQUESTING
DAMAGED PROPERTY BE REASSESSED.
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Upon roll call voting aye: Haas, Petryk, Granger, Puleo, Miron
Voting nay: None
Motion carried.
Discussion on Citizen Request for Review of Real Estate and Contractor Signs
A resident has made a complaint about real estate, contractor, and advertising signs in the City of Hugo.
In the packet are specific real estate, contractor, and advertising signs that he has made the complaint
about. Staff looked for direction from the Council on how to address the complaint since this issue is
widespread across the City, affecting numerous signs and will take significant staff time to complete.
This issue was tabled by the Council at its June 16, 2008 meeting due to lack of time. Community
Development Director Bryan Bear explained the signs in question fell into three different categories;
off-site signs, signs placed in the right-of-ways, and temporary signs related to businesses. Assistant
City Attorney Cameron Kelly recommended the issue be brought to the sign ordinance committee and
stated that signs in the right-of-ways should be removed if they posed a public safety hazard.
Miron made motion, Granger seconded, to removed signs deemed a public safety issue and address the
remainder of the issues as part revisions to the sign ordinance.
All aye. Motion carried.
Mayor Miron directed staff to contact the resident who complained be advised when the committee
meets and Council Member Haas suggested businesses be made aware of the issue through the Hugo
Business Association.
Report on June 25 Meeting on Washington County's TAC 7-8-9 Project
On Wednesday, June 25, 2008, the Washington County Engineering Department held the final public
open house for improvements on the TAC 7-8-9 Project. Jacob Gave, PE from Washington County,
explained the process to date including the last open house. He presented to Council the final plan
recommended by Washington County Engineering staff and supported by City staff and the TAC 7-8-9
study process. The plan recommended was Alternative 2C which favored partial realignment and 30
mph curves. Don Theisen, Washington County Public Works Director, explained that the project does
not happen without approval by the City, and the County was requesting the City's support and approval
of the recommendation from the TAC 7-8-9 study group for the improvements to Washington County
CSAH 8, east of TH61.
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, to accept the recommendation from the TAC 7-8-9 study group for
the improvements to Washington County CSAH 8, east of TH61.
Puleo reaffirmed the softening of the curves would be determined through the process.
All aye. Motion carried.
Clyde Wagner, 8650 136th Street North, asked the Council their thoughts on the bike path and if a public
open house could be held to get more information. Haas offered to meet with anyone impacted and
Puleo also suggested there be another member of the Council to meet with him if possible, and a
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member from the County added that there would be several meetings and open houses on this.
Discussion on Appointment of Representative to GEARS Board
At its May 5, 2008 meeting, City staff presented to the Hugo City Council the development of the
GEARS Board by AMM/Metro Cities for the purpose of the distribution of the 1/4 cent sales tax collected
from five counties including Washington County effective July 1, 2008. City staff was directed to keep
Council current of issues related to the development of the GEARS Board, which requires a
representative from Washington County and the municipalities to participate on the GEARS Board.
Council member Chuck Haas provided Council with his suggestions as a immediate past board member
on Metro Cities who has worked directly with the State Legislature on the creation of the GEARS
Board. He explained the City needed to appoint a Council member to help elect who from Washington
County would be on the GEARS Board. This vote would take place on Monday, July 21, 2008.
Petryk made motion, Puleo seconded, to appoint Mayor Fran Miron as the elected official from Hugo to
vote on the appointment of a Washington County Elected Official to the GEARS Board on July 21, 2008
at the State Capitol.
All aye. Motion carried.
The Council took a short recess.
Discussion on FEMA Updates to the Flood Plain Map — Water Resource Engineer Pete
Willenbring
Water Resource Engineer Pete Willenbring was in attendance to share with Council suggestions for
informing and educating residents in the FEMA updates to the floodplain map. Pete was at the June 16th
meeting where he explained that FEMA was updating the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) which are
generally used by insurance and mortgage companies to determine the need for flood insurance on
properties. The review of the proposed changes to be made by FEMA showed an additional 1,488 acres
of flood plain to added and 861 to be eliminated, most of which were areas that were removed by
previous actions. The old map showed 344 parcels that touched the floodplain, and the new map
showed 740 parcels. Even though the structures may not be located in the floodplain, additional flood
insurance may be required if any portion of the property was located in the floodplain. WSB had
submitted comments to FEMA for corrections, and FEMA was reviewing it as a protest.
Granger made motion, Haas seconded, to notify the affected property owners and inform them on what
steps have been taken to date, and directed staff to schedule an information meeting to be held prior to
the July 21, 2008 deadline.
All ayes. Motion carried.
Discussion on Updating the City Population Signs
Council member Mike Granger requested that the City Council revisit a discussion on the MNDot City
population signs located at entrances to the City to accurately reflect the actual population in the City
rather than the current 6,363 posted in 2000. As per MNDot standards, City population signs are
changed every 10 years, after the census, by the State of Minnesota at their cost. The City can request an
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update to the population signs through MnDot with the City being responsible for costs related to the
change. The cost of the signs would be $289.98 each.
Puleo made motion, Granger seconded, to update the two existing population signs and add a third sign
on CSAH 8 from the west.
All Aye. Motion carried
Discussion on Enforcement Action Against Todd Christensen at 6192 147th Street North
At it January 7, 2008 meeting the City Council denied variance applications for the width and setback of
Mr. Christensen's existing driveway. Staff provided Council with a copy of the resolution including the
findings of fact for denial that was adopted by the City Council and the minutes from the Board of
Zoning meeting. In addition, the City Council directed him to remove any nonconforming portions of
his driveway prior to June 1, 2008. The City Council also directed him to relocate his shed at the
northeast corner of the property to a location that complies with all zoning setbacks in that district. Staff
conducted a site inspection and observed that the driveway was still out of compliance with the
ordinance and that the shed has not been relocated. Assistant City Attorney Cameron Kelly explained to
the Council the issue could be brought to court for civil enforcement action. A court order would allow
the City to access the property to bring it into compliance and assess the property owner for the cost
incurred.
Puleo made motion, Haas seconded, to direct staff to begin civil enforcement proceedings against Todd
Christensen at 6192 147th Street North.
All aye. Motion carried.
Update on Goodview Avenue Joint Powers Agreement with City of Grant, Washington County
and White Bear Township
At its June 2, 2008 meeting, the Hugo City Council discussed the proposed Joint Powers Agreement for
the maintenance and upgrade of Goodview Avenue south into the City of Grant. Both Washington
County and White Bear Township had responded favorably to the agreement; however, the City of
Grant took no formal action after discussing the issue at their June 3, 2008 meeting. Council directed
City staff to send a letter to the Mayor of Grant requesting that the item be included on their July 1, 2008
agenda for discussion, with both Mayor Fran Miron and Council Member Chuck Haas scheduled to
attend. City staff has been informed that this item was included on the City of Grant's Consent Agenda
with no discussion allowed, and the Grant City Council voted to not enter into the agreement.
Puleo made motion, Miron seconded, to direct the Public Works Department to forward complaints to
the City of Grant regarding the road, and inform White Bear Township, Ramsey County, and
Washington County that Grant had declined to enter into the Joint Powers Agreement.
All aye. Motion carried.
Schedule Mid -Year Budget Review in Late July
Annual each year, the Hugo City Council schedules a midyear budget review in order to provide
Council with the fiscal financial information in regards to the current City budget as well as forecast for
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next year's budget. Finance Director Ron Otkin recommended Council select a date on which to hold
the City's annual midyear budget review workshop.
Granger made motion, Petryk seconded, to schedule Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. for the mid-
year budget workshop, and directed staff to make the budget available one week in advance of the
workshop to allow for comments from those who are unable to attend.
All aye. Motion carried.
Discussion on Appointment to Board of Zoning and Schedule Interviews
At its June 16, 2008 meeting, Hugo City Council authorized staff to advertise for the vacancy on the
Board of Zoning Appeals and the vacancy created by Commissioner Greg Burmeister who was
appointed as the new Planning Commissioner. City staff has advertised and solicited for interest for
applicants to serve on the Board. Staff informed Council there were no applicants as of yet for the
vacancy. Council directed staff to contact the applicants that were not selected for the Planning
Commission position to see if they were interested in being on the Board of Zoning Appeals and
Adjustments. No formal action was taken.
Reschedule I-35 W/E Coalition Meeting
The I-35 W/E Coalition meeting scheduled for June 19, 2008 was cancelled due to schedule conflicts
with a number of regular attendees. City Staff recommends that Council select another date to hold the
regularly scheduled I-35 W/E Coalition meeting. Mayor Fran Miron suggested staff contact the
Columbus City Administrator Elizabeth Mursko to determine the availability of a conference room in
the Running Aces Harness Track in Columbus. City Administrator Mike Ericson informed the Council
the conference room at Running Aces was available on August 7 or August 21; however, several
Council members were unavailable that date.
Miron made motion, Petryk seconded, to schedule the next I-35 W/E Coalition meeting for Thursday,
September 11, 2008.
All aye. Motion carried.
Adiournment
Puleo made motion, Petryk seconded, to adjourn at 10:00 p.m.
All aye. Motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Michele Lindau,
City Clerk