HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004.02.17 CC MinutesMINUTES FOR THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2.2004
Mayor Fran Miron called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
PRESENT: Haas, Petryk, Puleo, Miron
City Administrator Michael Ericson; City Attorney Dave Snyder; City Engineer Jay Kennedy; Water
Resource Engineer Phil Belfiori; PW Director Chris Petree; Senior Engineering Technician Scott
Anderson; and City Clerk Mary Ann Creager
ABSENT: Mike Granger
MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL GOAL SETTING MEETING OF JANUARY 20.2004
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve the minutes for the special goal setting meeting of
January 20, 2004 as presented.
All aye. Motion Carried.
MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 20.2004
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve the minutes for the Council meeting of January 20,
2004 as presented.
All aye. Motion Carried.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Add F.2 — Snowmobile Regulations Update
Add G.6 — Approve Charitable Gambling License for Indianhead Scouting (Wild Wings)
Add L.1— Introduce City Lapel Pin/Coffee Cup
Add M.1 - Report on Elementary School Retreat
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, to adopt the agenda for February 2, 2004 as amended.
All aye. Motion Carried.
HOSANNA LUTHERAN CHURCH FOOD SHELF TO OPEN MARCH 1. 2004
City staff was informed by Pastor Michael Sparby from Hosanna Lutheran Church that they wish to open
a food shelf at their church located in the Rice Lake Park building. The church seeks to provide a food
shelf for Hugo area residents. Pastor Sparby and the parishioners have seen an increase in the number of
Sunday parishioners and they now want to begin a worthwhile community service project. City staff
reviewed this opportunity with City Attorney Dave Snyder and he concurred that this is legal and within
the terms and conditions of the Lease Agreement between the City and Hosanna Lutheran Church.
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, to approve the Hosanna Lutheran Church food shelf that will
operate out of the adjacent mobile trailer one day a week, between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm, starting March
1, 2004. Staff was directed to send letters to the other churches informing them of this new community
service. All aye. Motion Carried.
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SNOWMOBILE REGULATIONS
Because of the recent snow storm, Council reviewed with Public Works Director Chris Petree the City's
efforts to plow City streets and current snowmobile regulations. It was suggested that a brief synopsis of
these regulations be printed in the City's Newsletter.
CONSENT AGENDA
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve the following Consent Agenda:
Approval of Claims
Transfer of On -sale Liquor License and Related Licenses (Ricci's)
Authorize Purchase of Tandem Axle Plow Truck for Public Works
Authorize Advertisement for Bids for New Public Works Facility Site Work
Approve February 17, 2004 as Council Regular Second Meeting of the Month
Approve Charitable Gambling License for Indianhead Scouting at Wild Wings
All aye. Motion Carried.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the claims roster for February 2, 2004 as presented.
TRANSFER OF ON -SALE LIQUOR LICENSE AND RELATED LICENSES (RICCI'S)
Bo Bogatty, owner of Ricci's bar and restaurant, has sold his business to Duane and Janice Reil
Consistent with City code and state statute, Duane and Janice are required to have a complete liquor
license background investigation to allow the transfer of the on -sale liquor license. Washington County
Sheriffs Department has completed its work and found Duane and Janice to be owners with a
satisfactory background investigation. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the transfer of the on -
sale liquor license and all related licenses from Bo Bogatty dba as Ricci's bar and restaurant to Duane
and Janice Reil.
AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF TANDEM AXLE PLOW TRUCK FOR PUBLIC WORKS
At its January 20, 2004 meeting, Council authorized City staff to prepare specifications for the new
tandem plow truck for the public works department. PW Director Chris Petree has completed the work
on the specifications, which are consistent with the State of Minnesota bid process. Chris would like to
proceed with the ordering of the new tandem plow truck to be used for the winter of 2004-2005.
Purchase of the new truck is consistent with the 2003-2007 capital improvements program. Finance
Director Ron Otkin has reviewed the purchase and recommends funding from the City's general fund
reserves. Adoption of the Consent Agenda authorized the purchase of the tandem axle plow truck in the
amount of $134,550.
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AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE NEW PUBLIC PW FACILITY SITE
WORK
At its January 20, 2004 meeting, Council approved the plans and specifications for the construction of a
new public works facility. Consistent with the recommendation from the Public Works Building
Committee, Council agreed to spec out separately the equipment for the interior of the facility and all
site work, including installation of a well and septic system. City staff has prepared specifications for
the necessary site work and seeks authorization from Council to proceed. Adoption of the Consent
Agenda authorized the advertisement for bids for the site work for the new public works facility, which
will be located on the western edge of the Rice Lake Park property.
APPROVE FEBRUARY 17.2004 AS COUNCIL'S REGULAR SECOND MEETING OF THE
MONTH
The holiday President's Day falls on Monday, February 16, 2004. Adoption of the Consent Agenda
approved the rescheduling the 2nd meeting of February to Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at 7:00 pm.
APPROVE CHARITABLE GAMBLING PERMIT FOR INDIANHEAD SCOUTING
Indianhead Scouts made application to the City for a lawful gambling permit to conduct a raffle at Wild
Wings on October 5, 2004 as a fund raiser for the annual pheasant hunt. Adoption of the Consent
Agenda approved the lawful gambling permit for Indianhead Scouting to hold a raffle at Wild Wings on
October 5, 2004.
PUBLIC MEETING ON STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP)
This public meeting was held to present and discuss the City's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP). The SWPPP is a federal requirement for the City's NPDES permit. Public Works Director
Chris Petree and Senior Engineering Technician Scott Anderson provided a Power Point presentation
regarding the Best Management Practices (BMP's) that the City has begun, and will be engaging in, as a
result of implementing the SWPPP. There were no oral or written comments offered regarding this
matter.
ANALYSIS OF HARDWOOD CREEK REHABILITATION REPORT (PETE WILLENBRING)
At its January 20, 2004 meeting, Council listened to a presentation from Water Resource Engineer Pete
Willenbring from WSB Engineers, as he provided a brief overview of the draft Hardwood Rehabilitation
Report prepared by Emmons and Olivier Resources Engineers for the RCWD. Council directed Pete to
prepare a draft letter of an analysis of EOR's draft report for its review. Phil Belfiori from WSB
Engineers provided an explanation of Pete's analysis of the draft report for Council to consider. Council
discussed this matter at length, and made changes to the draft letter for submittal to the RCWD.
Haas made motion, Puleo seconded, to approve the letter to the RCWD, along with Attachments "A"
and `B", as modified by Council, and directed staff to send to appropriate agencies.
All aye. Motion Carried.
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Miron made motion, Puleo seconded, directing the City Engineer to work with staff and the RCWD on a
demonstration project for the Hardwood Creek Project at selected locations along the channel. This
issue should be brought back for final approval by Council.
All aye. Motion Carried.
FEBRUARY 4.2004 HARDWOOD CREEK MEETING WITH RCWD
RCWD's engineer Emmons and Olivier Resources will hold a meeting of February 4, 2004 to provide a
technical analysis of the Hardwood Creek Rehabilitation Report Draft Study. Staff has placed this item
on the agenda for informational purposes only.
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, that WSB Engineers have someone in attendance at this meeting to
represent the City.
All aye. Motion Carried.
MNDOT RESPONSE TO CITY FOR TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Former City Engineer Dave Mitchell from SEH Engineers submitted the City's 2003 funding request to
MnDOT for traffic signals at TH61 and 147* Street and 130* Street, respectively. Staff received
notification from MnDOT that they will not fund the traffic signals. City Engineer Jay Kennedy
provided an analysis and instruction from MnDOT as to why the City was turned down as it relates to
the CSAH 8/14 realignment project. He stated that the CSAH 8/14 realignment project is moving
forward and the City will have an improved chance for MnDOT approval of a new traffic signal at TH61
and 147* Street. These applications for traffic signals will be submitted again this year at a later date.
CD DIRECTOR REPLACEMENT PROCESS (SCHEDULE DATE FOR INTERVIEWS)
At its January 20, 2004 meeting, Council was informed by City staff that a total of 39 applicants had
applied for the CD Director position. Staff has thoroughly reviewed the applications and completed two
screenings with reference checks and is prepared to recommend a short list to interview. City sought
direction from Council as to the scheduling of a date to conduct interviews. The flexibility that Council
has exhibited in the past includes the scheduling of meetings both on Monday nights and odd Thursday
nights, as well as a potential for Friday or Saturday morning interviews. -
Miran made motion, Haas seconded, directing staff to coordinate a date and time with Council to
conduct the interviews. He suggested Friday and Saturday mornings on 2/13-14 or 2/27-28.
All aye. Motion Carried.
PROGRESS REPORT ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT (LGU)
At its annual goal setting meeting on January 12, 2004, Council selected as one of its top ten goals, the
creation of a storm water management fee and local government unit. The LGU was also one of
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Council's 2003 City goals. With the addition of Senior Engineering Technician Scott Anderson, City
staff met a few times to map out the strategy and process for the City becoming the LGU from the
current responsibility held by the RCWD. City Engineer Jay Kennedy met with staff recently to map out
both the process and implementation plan for the City to become the LGU in 2004. Jay provided a
progress report to Council on the work to date, including direction needed from Council as to the
development of a fee schedule. Jay also presented a Power Point presentation outlining steps required
by the City to become the LGU and drainage permitting authority within the City.
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, directing staff to continue with the six-week timeframe for the City
to formalize the plan to become the LGU. The cost of this work is estimated at $1,500.
All aye. Motion Carried.
DISCUSSION OF APPRAISAL SERVICES FOR PELOOUIN INDUSTRIAL PARK
City Attorney Dave Snyder discussed with Council the need for appraisal services for determining
reasonable assessments for properties affected by the Peloquin Industrial Park public improvements.
It was Dave's opinion that the City would benefit by obtaining more accurate appraisal data to help
eliminate assessment challenges.
Miran made motion, Haas seconded, directing staff to solicit appraisals from McKinzie Metro Appraisal
to advise the City about the assessment capacity for affected properties.
All aye. Motion Carried.
SCHEDULE COUNCIL WORK SESSION WITH LEN PRATT TO DISCUSS POWERS
PROPERTY
City staff met recently with developer Len Pratt to discuss a conceptual plan for the Powers property
located on Elmcrest Avenue. Len Pratt requested a work session with Council to discuss the
development of the Powers property, which he will be sharing with Centex Homes. Council suggested
that the Planning Commission be included in the work session.
Miron made motion, Puleo seconded, directing staff to schedule a day and time to work with Len Pratt to
discuss his concept plan for the Powers' property.
All aye. Motion Carried.
SCHEDULE JOINT COUNCIL WORK SESSION WITH PLANNING COMMISSION TO
DISCUSS THE DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PLAN (LANDFORM)
City staff met with Kendra Lindahl and Carolyn Krall from Landform on Monday, January 26, 2004 to
discuss the downtown redevelopment proposal. Staff used the same timeline proposed by Landform in
September 2003, and requested that Council schedule the joint City Council/Planning Commission kick
off meeting for Monday, February 23, 2004 at 7:00 pm.
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Miron made motion, Petryk seconded, to schedule a joint Council/Planning Commission meeting for
February 23, 2004, at 7:00 pm, to discuss the downtown redevelopment proposal.
All aye. Motion Carried.
FUNDING STRATEGIES FOR 2004
Council member Chuck Haas requested that this item be placed on the agenda for discussion. With the
selection of the Council's "top ten" City goals for 2004, Council member Haas would like to have a
general discussion about funding the goals and projects the City will be working on in 2004.
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, directing staff to provide funding strategies for the 2004 City goals.
All aye. Motion Carried.
INTRODUCTION OF CITY LAPEL PINS/COFFEE CUP
City Administrator Mike Ericson presented Council with the City's new coffee cup and lapel pin. These
City memorabilia are the idea of Deputy Clerk Renee' Cunningham, who worked very hard to develop
them.
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, that a special note of "thanks" be given to Renee' for creating the
City memorabilia (lapel pin/coffee cup).
All aye. Motion Carried.
HUGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESIGN TEAM RETREAT
Members of the "team" met at Hugo City Hall on January 30-31, 2004 to work on the new Hugo
elementary school. Council member Becky Petryk and City Administrator Mike Ericson were members
of the team and updated Council on the meetings. Council thanked Council member Mike Granger for
suggesting that Hugo City Hall be used as the site for these meetings.
PELOOUIN INDUSTRIAL PARK P.I. PROJECT
City Attorney Dave Snyder requested that Council discuss the change order requested by Lametti & Sons
for additional work on the Peloquin Industrial Park Public Improvement Project. Former City Engineer
Dave Mitchell advised Council that Lametti & Sons had reduced their claim to the City by $21,000.
Attorney Snyder suggested that City staff meet with Lametti & Sons to discuss their claim in detail. No
formal Council action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to adjourn at 9:40 pm.
All aye. Motion Carried.
MINUTES FOR THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 17.2004
Mayor Fran Miron called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
PRESENT: Granger, Haas, Petryk, Miron
City Administrator Mike Ericson; City Attorney Dave Snyder; Fire Chief Jim Compton, and City
Planner Kendra Lindahl
ABSENT: Frank Puleo
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FOR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2.2004
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve the minutes for the February 2, 2004 meeting as
presented.
All aye. Motion Carried.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Add F.1 — Letter from Wyoming Fire Department
Add L.1 — Community Development Director Position
Add L.2 — HFD Yellow Rotating Lights
Miron made motion, Haas seconded, to approve the agenda for February 17, 2004 as amended.
All aye. Motion Carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Granger made motion, Petryk seconded, to approve the following Consent Agenda:
Approval of Claims
Approve Appointment of Matt Morelli as New Video Technician
Accept Letters from Robyn LaCasse/David Strub to Not be Reappointed to Parks Commission
Schedule Date for Downtown Charrette Meeting (March 19, 2004, 8:00 am)
Approve Performance Review for Senior Engineering Technician and Completion of
Probationary Status (Scott Anderson)
Approve Cost Sharing of Local Government Matching Funds for Hazard Mitigation (Rice)
Approve Pay Request #2 from Schifsky for Work Completed to Date in the BEIP 51' Addition
Approve Reduction in the Letter of Credit for Victor Gardens P Addition
All aye. Motion Carried.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the claims roster for February 17, 2004 as presented.
APPROVE APPOINTMENT OF MATT MORELLI AS NEW VIDEO TECHNICIAN
City staff has been seeking an additional video technician, due to the resignation of Jennifer VanDyke.
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Staff recently interviewed Matt Morelli, son of Cindra Schmidt, our current video technician. Matt is a
junior at Forest Lake High School and has experience, both working with his mother on production
shoots, as well as a personal interest in video technology. Matt has attended a few Council meetings to
observe, both his mother's work and the City Council meeting. Staff feels that he would make an
excellent candidate. Adoption of the Consent Agenda appointed Matt Morelli as the new video
technician at a rate of $10/hr.
ACCEPT LETTERS FROM ROBYN LACASSE AND DAVE STRUB FROM PARKS
COMMISSION TO NOT BE REAPPOINTED
Staff has been informed by Robyn LaCasse and Dave Strub that they both desire to not be reappointed
to the Parks Commission when their terms expire on March 31, 2004. Both Robyn and Dave have
served on the Parks Commission since its inception, and have played in integral role in the
development of the City's parks system and master plan. Staff recommended that Council accept the
resignations of Robyn LaCasse and Dave Strub and advertise for their vacancy as of March 31, 2004.
Additionally, staff recommends that both Robyn and Dave be invited to the second meeting in March
to publicly thank them for all their work in the creation of the City's first-ever Parks Commission.
Adoption of the Consent Agenda accepted the letters from Robyn LaCasse and David Strub and that
they not be reappointed to the Parks Commission when their terms expire on 3/31/04.
SCHEDULE DATE FOR DOWNTOWN CHARRETTE MEETING (MARCH 19.2004 AT 8:00
At its February 2, 2004 meeting, Council scheduled a joint meeting with the Planning Commission at
7:00 pm on Monday, February 24, 2004. The purpose of the meeting is to kick off the downtown
redevelopment plan with Carolyn Krall from Landform. According to the planning schedule, the next
meeting is the charrette process with selected downtown business and property owners. Adoption of
the Consent Agenda approved March 19, 2004 at 8:00 am, as the date for the charrette process.
APPROVE PERFORMANCE REVIEW FOR SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN AND
COMPLETION OF PROBATIONARY STATUS (SCOTT ANDERSON)
Scott Anderson was hired as the City's first-ever senior engineering technician on August 11, 2003.
Scott has worked over the past six months in this new position on a wide variety of duties, including
the first line of service as the City's in-house employee in the City's engineering department. Scott has
worked closely with Public Works Director Chris Petree and former CD Director John Rask, as well as
the City Administrator on a number of issues and duties, which have allowed the City to provide a
more efficient and effective level of engineering services to residents and developers. Staff is very
pleased with the quality of Scott's work and his perfect attendance record. Adoption of the Consent
Agenda approved the performance review for Scott Anderson and promotion of Scott from
probationary status to a regular full-time employee.
APPROVE COST SHARING OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT MATCHING FUNDS FOR
HAZARD MITIGATION (DON RICE)
City Attorney Dave Snyder prepared a Cost Sharing Agreement for Local Government Matching
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Funds for the BCWD for acceptance of funds to the City to purchase the Don and Pauline Rice
property at 9497 14& Street. The Agreement is consistent with direction from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) as to the City of Hugo acting as the local government agency for
acceptance of matching funds from the BCWD, Washington County, and FEMA. Adoption of the
Consent Agenda approved the Cost Sharing Agreement for the Rice property.
Schifsky & Sons submitted pay request #2 for work completed to date on the BEIP 5,' Addition
project. Project Manager Jay Kennedy from WSB Engineers reviewed the request and found it to be
satisfactory for work completed to date on the project. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved
payment in the amount of $8,265.57.
APPROVE REDUCTION IN THE LETTER OF CREDIT FOR VICTOR GARDENS 3RD
ADDITION (CPDC)
Contractor Property Developers Company (CPDC) requested reduction in the letter of credit being
held for the newly -constructed public and private improvements in the Victor Gardens 3r4 Addition.
Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved a reduction in the letter of credit being held for
public/private improvements in the Victor Gardens and Addition development to $95,531 for the public
improvements and $109,966 for the private improvements.
APPROVE REZONING FROM AG TO LONG-TERM AGRICULTURE (CHUCK HAAS)
At its February 12, 2004 meeting, the Hugo Planning Commission reviewed a request from Charles
Haas of 15500 Keystone Avenue to rezone his property from agriculture to long-term agriculture. The
PC unanimously approved the application request.
Miron made motion, Granger seconded, to adopt ORDINANCE 2004-385 AMENDING CHAPTER
320 TO RECLASSIFY PROPERTY LOCATED AT 15500 KEYSTONE AVENUE FROM AG TO
LONG-TERM AGRICULTURE FOR A PERIOD OF EIGHT YEARS.
VOTING AYE: Granger, Petryk, Miron
ABSTAINED: Haas
Motion Carried.
REQUEST TO WASHINGTON COUNTY FOR VARIANCE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY
ACQUISITION POLICY
City staff has been working on the CSAH 8/14 Project Management Team (PMT) for more than two
years. Since administrative law judge Kathleen Sheehy allowed for a railroad crossing to be built at
143rd Street, staff has proceeded with completion of the design work for the project. Additionally,
Washington County officials requested that the City submit a formal application for a variance to its
current right-of-way acquisition policy. As Council is aware, current county policy states that cities
are responsible for all right-of-way acquisition costs for county road projects. However, the
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municipality may apply for a variance to the policy thereby allowing the county to participate in an
amount of 45% of the cost. Platting authority still lies with the City, but the county would contribute
45% of right-of-way acquisition cost.
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, directing the City Administrator to send an official letter to
Washington County requesting a formal variance to the City's right-of-way acquisition policy
consistent with the terms and conditions contained therein with the county's policy.
All aye. Motion Carried.
REVIEW SURVEY OF MIXED HOUSING SUPPLY (COMPARABLE CITIES)
At its annual goal setting session on January 12, 2004, Council directed staff to research and prepare a
survey of cities and the comparable number of single family and multiple dwelling units. The City's
building department undertook the research and surveyed a number of comparable communities,
taking into account, those currently experiencing an increase in housing; four other communities
located in Washington County, and other metro communities of high growth. A statistical analysis of
the housing information prepared by the building department staff indicates that there is a dramatic
increase in not only the construction of single family housing, but also the construction of townhome
developments, which has seen a market -share increase over the past three years. City Administrator
Mike Ericson provided a brief overview on how the data was collected by the building department.
City Planner Kendra Lindahl provided a Power Point presentation on issues related to the diversity of
housing choices. The change is reflective of aging baby boomers and increased land costs. She
reminded Council that they still have discretion in approving PUD's where there is a mix of single
family and townhomes. Council asked questions and directed staff to prepare a survey of housing
valuations for new housing stock.
CONCEPT PLAN REVIEW FOR POWERS' PROPERTY (LEN PRATT)
Developer Len Pratt requested an opportunity to discuss with Council a concept plan for development
of the Powers' property, which is an 80 -acre piece immediately adjacent to Elmcrest Avenue and
immediately west of the new elementary school site. Len has requested this opportunity to discuss
with Council his development plans for the property, which he will share with Centex Homes. Len
stated that he will be bringing in a 40 -acre piece of the Neeser property making his plat a total of 120
acres. His plan highlighted 14 acres of woods to be preserved with a trail through it to the new
elementary school site. He would donate approximately 10 acres to the City for the new school. The
overall density would be 2.6 housing units per acre. Council encouraged him to work with Centex to
keep up the quality and architectural standards for the townhomes. Council also encouraged him to
hold a neighborhood meeting, which he said he would do.
APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17.2004 FABLE HILL
BRIDGE DEDICATION AT NOON
Developer Len Pratt requested Council attendance at a bridge dedication for the new Fable Hill
subdivision on Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at noon. City staff requested Council interest in attending
this so that the meeting may be publicly noticed.
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Miron made motion, Granger seconded, to schedule a Council meeting on March 17, 2004 at 12 noon
to attend a bridge dedication for the new Fable Hill subdivision. Staff was directed to provide Len
with a list of selected attendees.
All aye. Motion Carried.
CD DIRECTOR POSITION
City Administrator Mike Ericson reported that staff is still researching references for the candidates.
Council agreed to appoint a committee to interview candidates, who were not selected for final
interviews.
Miron made motion, Petryk seconded, to appoint Mayor Fran Miron, Council member Mike Granger,
Administrative Intern Tom Denaway, and City Administrator Mike Ericson to interview 2-3
candidates, who are out-of-state applicants.
All aye. Motion Carried.
HFD YELLOW ROTATING LIGHTS IN PERSONAL VEHICLES
Fire Chief Jim Compton reported that a firefighter received a citation from a State Patrol Officer for
the yellow rotating lights on his personal vehicle while responding to a fire call. He requested support
from the Council to fight the ticket and to. reaffirm the City policy, which allows the lights. City
Attorney Dave Snyder shared with Council the history of the policy and the variation the State Patrol
has in its interpretation of State Statute. After discussion by Council:
Miron made motion, Granger seconded, directed the City Attorney to send a letter to the State Patrol
providing the purpose regarding the policy as a safety measure and to dismiss the ticket through the
court system.
All aye. Motion Carried.
PELOQUIN INDUSTRIAL PARK PROJECT (LAMETTI CHANGE ORDER)
City Attorney Dave Snyder provided Council with an update on the Change Order, which has been
requested by Lametti & Sons for work completed to date on the Peloquin Industrial Park project.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to recess the Council meeting and move into executive session to
discuss the Peloquin Industrial Park Improvement project as it relates to the Lametti & Sons Change
Order.
All aye. Motion Carried.
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REGULAR SESSION
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, to reconvene the regular City Council meeting at 9:50 pm.
All aye. Motion Carried.
City Attorney Dave Snyder summarized the discussion of the Change Order and no action was taken
by Council.
Haas made motion, Petryk seconded, directing Mayor Fran Miron, Council member Mike Granger,
and City Administrator Mike Ericson to meet with Lametti & Sons to discuss the Change Order.
All aye. Motion Carried
ADJOURNMENT
Haas made motion, Granger seconded, to adjourn at 9:55 pm.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Michael A. Ericson
City Administrator