HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998.03.02 CC MinutesMINUTES FOR THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 2.1998
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fran Miron at 7:05PM.
PRESENT: Arcand, Barnes, Goiffon, Leroux, Miron
City Administrator, Robert Museus
City Attorney, Greg Galler
City Engineer, Tom Angus
City Clerk, Mary Ann Creager
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
Storm Water Management Plan (Beaver Ponds Development)
Cost estimate for Emergency Warning Sirens
Road Conditions
CONSENT AGENDA
City Council minutes for the meeting of February 17, 1998
City Council minutes for the meeting of February 18, 1998
Variance (603 5 180th Street)
Minor Subdivision (Storm/Chalupsky)
Charitable Gambling License (Centennial Youth Hockey Assn)
All aye. Motion Carried.
Leroux made motion, Goiffon seconded, to approve the General Claims for March 2,
1998, as presented.
All aye. Motion Carried.
VARIANCE (6035180TH STREETI
Scott and Lois Wilson, 6035 180th Street, requested a variance to sideyard setback
requirements and maximum garage size allowed on their property in the ag zone. The
Wilsons wish to construct a six foot addition to their existing garage on site, continuing
the existing garage's 10 ft encroachment into the required 20 ft sideyard setback. In
addition, the Wilsons will be adding 168 sq ft onto the existing 1,120 sq ft garage, where
1,000 sq ft is allowed by ordinance. The Wilsons' stated intention is to use the extra space
as a hobby shop for woodworking. This matter was considered by the Board of Zoning
Adjustment at their meeting of February 25, 1998, where the Board recommended
approval of the variances, as requested. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the
two variances - a 10 ft sideyard variance for an expansion to the garage, and a variance to
the garage size allowing 1,288 sq ft.
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MINOR SUBDIVISION (STORM/CHALUPSKY)
Grover and Lorraine Storm, 8047 132nd Street, property owners, and Lloyd Chalupsky,
8010 130th Street, property buyer, requested a minor subdivision to divide a 14.1 acre
parcel into two lots, one of approximately 10 acres and the other 4.08 acres. The property
is zoned RR2. The applicants have requested two variances: 1) variance to the required
road frontage for Parcel B to allow approximately 170 ft of public road frontage where
300 ft is required; and 2) to allow a 4.08 acre lot where five acres is required. The Hugo
Planning Commission considered this request at their meeting of February 25, 1998, and
recommended approval of the subdivision conditioned upon the 4.05 acre parcel being
increased to a minimum of five acres, and the road frontage of the larger parcel being
increased to 220'. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approves the subdivision with
variance to road frontage for Parcel B, and lot size for Parcel A, and subject to the
parkland dedication fee of $500.00 for the newly -created lot.
CHARITABLE GAMBLING LICENSE (CENTENNUL YOUTH HOCKEY)
The Centennial Youth Hockey Association, P.O. Box 356, Circle Pines, MN., requested a
charitable gambling license to conduct lawful gambling activities at the End Zone Bar &
Grill, located 13891 Forest Blvd. Adoption of the Consent Agenda approved the Lawful
Gambling License and waiver of the 30 -day waiting period, as requested.
CONTIIVUED HEARING (FENWAY BLVD/FENWAY AVENUE EUPR)
The Hugo City Council conducted a hearing of February 17, 1998 to consider making
improvements and related assessments to Fenway Boulevard, from 130th Street to 140th
Street, and Fenway Avenue, from 140th Street to 142nd Street. Following comments
from adjacent property owners, the Council recessed the public meeting until March 2,
1998 to allow the appraiser performing the limited -scope appraisals on the properties to be
assessed time to complete the work necessary to determine the maximum assessments
allowed by law. The Administrator stated that the west side of Fenway would be
assessed. The Bueno property located at the northeast intersection of 140th and Fenway
is also eligible for an assessment. Because of the recording error, the City will need to
negotiate with the Buenos to obtain an easement from them for the project. The meeting
was opened for public discussion. Harley Johnson inquired if he would get credit for his
two-year old septic system, and felt that the appraisal amount for his property was too
high as his property is located in the 100 -year floodplain and not buildable. He stated his
opposition to the project. Debra Johnson felt that 66' was too wide for the proposed
road, and she would like someone to explain to her how her property could be subdivided.
Scott Montgomery and Spencer Arndt both expressed their desire to have the project
move forward enabling them to develop their property. Paul Glamos felt the City should
have a uniform assessment policy, and compared this project with proposed improvements
in the Peloquin
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Leroux made motion, Barnes seconded, that the following action be taken:
1. Proceed with obtaining an appraisal of the Bueno property.
2. Proceed with assessments on a front -footage basis.
3. No credit be allowed for existing septic systems.
4. City shall prepare an assessment roll according to guidelines.
5. A public hearing be scheduled to consider assessments for the project.
6. The City negotiate with the Buenos to obtain an easement for construction of Fenway
Avenue.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Public discussion on construction of Fenway Boulevard continued. Both Judd Jackson
and Ken Tschida would like more time to review the appraisals submitted this date. The
Council then continued their discussion, with Council member Barnes stating that
construction of 134th Street should be a City -controlled project. It was the Council's
consensus that assessments be on a front -foot basis.
Barnes made motion, Arcand seconded, to adjourn the Fenway Boulevard assessment
hearing to provide an opportunity for property owners to review proposed assessments.
Hearing to be reconvened after all legalities for the assessment process are satisfied.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Barnes made motion, Arcand seconded, to close the road improvement hearing on Fenway
Boulevard.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Leroux made motion, Barnes seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1998-7, A
RESOLUTION ORDERING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE FENWAY
BOULEVARD AND FENWAY AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECTS.
VOTING AYE: Arcand, Barnes, Goiffon, Leroux, Miron
Motion Carried.
Barnes made motion, Goiffon seconded, to close the roadway hearing for Fenway Ave.
All aye. Motion Carried.
PUBLIC HEARING (INDIVIDUAL SEPTIC SYSTEM ORDINANCE)
A public hearing was called to consider the adoption of an ordinance repealing Chapter
263 of the Hugo City Code and replacing it with recently -revised Washington County
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Regulations for Individual Sewage Treatment Systems. In addition, the ordinance
implements a Metro Council mandate requiring that all individual sewage treatment
systems within the City be inspected at least once every three years. The public hearing
was called to order, with no oral or written comments on the matter.
Leroux made motion, Barnes seconded, to adopt ORDINANCE 1998-318, AN
ORDINANCE REPEALING THE EXISTING CHAPTER 263 IN ITS ENTIRETY
AND ADOPTING A REVISED INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM
ORDINANCE.
VOTING AYE: Arcand, Barnes, Goiffon, Leroux, Miron
Motion Carried.
AUTOMOBILE RECYCLING LICENSE (ARK)
On October 20, 1997, the Hugo City Council denied an auto recycling license to ARK,
d.b.a. 16813 Forest Blvd., for various violations of Hugo City Code, Chapter 130.
Subsequently, the City sued ARK to bring them into compliance with the City ordinance.
The District Court issued an order directing ARK to bring the property into compliance no
later than February 15, 1998. If ARK does not comply with the Court Order, they will be
enjoined from operating the junkyard or auto dismantling business on the site until a
proper license had been granted in accordance with City ordinance. Following the Court
Order, the City's Administrator and Attorney agreed to recommend allowing ARK to post
a bond to insure removal of the tires by November, 1998, if all other conditions of the
site's SUP and Chapter 130 were complied with. An inspection of the site was conducted
on February 25, 1998 by the City's Building Official to determine compliance with the
SUP and ordinance, with the following violations being observed:
1. There are 20 mobile homes located on the site.
2. The east half of the fence along the north property line is in a state of disrepair.
3. The site has been expanded to include the old Northside Auto site.
4. The fire lanes on the "north site" site are not in conformance with Chapter 130.
Dan Stewart and his attorney, Scott Martin, stated that they are making progress in
cleaning the site, and questioned just where they were not in compliance with City code.
Staff believes that ARK has not complied with the District Court Order, or a subsequent
verbal agreement with the City for bringing the site into compliance.
Miron made motion, Barnes seconded, directing the City Attorney to file an Affidavit with
District Court attesting to the fact that ARK is not in compliance with the Court Order,
and bar ARK from operating a junkyard or auto dismantling business on the site until a
proper license has been granted.
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Leroux made motion, Goiffon seconded, amending the original motion to include that the
tires located on the property shall be removed by November 1, 1998, in accordance with
the MPCA Agreement
VOTE ON AMENDMENT: All aye. Motion Carried.
VOTE ON ORIGINAL MOTION: All aye. Motion Carried.
It was agreed that Mr. Stewart will need to make a new application and provide a new site
plan.
PRELIMINARY PLAT (BEAVER PONDS DEVELOPMENT)
J.R. Land Development Company, 29026 Hillcrest, Stacy MN, requested preliminary plat
by Planned Unit Development (PUD) for approximately 80 acres located in the SE
quadrant of Forest Boulevard and 130th St. in order to allow 33 single family home lots
and one outlot. This is their first phase in development of the property. This matter was
considered by the Planning Commission at their meeting of February 25, 1998, and they
recommended approval of the preliminary plat subject to stated conditions. The City
Administrator explained the proposed Storm Water Management Plan Agreement,
between Pete Willenbring and the develop, and paid for entirely by the developers.
Leroux made motion, Goiffon seconded, to approve the Storm Water Management Plan
Agreement for the Beaver Ponds Development.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Judd Jackson, adjoining property owner, wanted to make sure his property would not be
landlocked, and that the land would have access to City utilities.
Barnes made motion, Goiffon seconded, to approve the preliminary plat for Beaver Ponds
with the understanding that staff work with property owners regarding access and utility
issues. Approval is subject to the conditions established by the Planning Commission.
VOTING AYE: Barnes, Goiffon, Leroux, Miron
VOTING NAY: Arcand
Motion Carried.
STANDARDS FOR FIRST FLOOR ELEVATIONS
At the City Council meeting of February 17, 1998, the Council received a letter from Mr.
Pete Willenbring, the City's Water Resource Engineer, recommending new standards for
first floor elevations in the City of Hugo. This matter will be discussed at another
meeting.
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FIRE CHIEF APPLICATIONS
The City of Hugo has received four applications for the position of Fire Chief. Staff
recommended the City Council establish a committee to interview the applicants and make
a recommendation for appointment.
Miron made motion, Barnes seconded, establishing a Fire Chief Interview Committee
consisting of Jim Wisner, Jim Leroux, and Robert Museus.
All aye. Motion Carried.
FIRE HALL LAYOUT
The Council received a current layout of the proposed building, as well as a report from
the Building Committee.
PARTIALPAYMENT FOR EMERGENCY SIRENS
Miron made motion, Barnes seconded, to approve partial payment #1 in the amount of
$33,155.00 to Emergency Warning Sirens.
All aye. Motion Carried.
ROADS
Leroux made motion, Miron seconded, authorizing repair of certain roads in the City at
the discretion of the Mayor and Public Works Superintendent, Mike Kriz.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Barnes made motion, Goiffon seconded, to adjourn at I LOOPM.
All aye. Motion Carried.
MaryCreager
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