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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997.12.01 CC MinutesMINUTES FOR HUGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 1. 1997 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fran Miron at 7: l OPM. PRESENT: Arcand, Barnes, Goiffon, Leroux, Miron City Administrator, Robert Museus Attorney Representative, Dave Schneider City Engineer, Tom Angus City Clerk, Mary Ann Creager ADDITIONS TO AGENDA Discussion of Fire Hall Referendum Committee to Discuss Proposed Amendments to Shooting Ordinance Leroux made motion, Goiffon seconded, to approve the following Consent Agenda: City Council minutes for the meeting of November 17, 1997 Minutes for the Board of Canvass held November 19, 1997 General Claims for December 1, 1997 All aye. Motion Carried. PROPOSED CHARITABLE GAMBLING ORDINANCE (PUBLIC HEARING) A public hearing was held to consider adoption of an ordinance relating to the regulation of lawful gambling, and providing for 10% of the profit be dedicated to the City. Representative from the Hugo and Forest Lake American Legion addressed the Council citing what donations they have made to the City without this ordinance, and what problems the City could experience with adoption of the ordinance. Representatives from the Dead Broke Saddle Club and the National Ataxia Foundation stated that if the ordinance was adopted, every effort should be made to keep gambling proceeds in the City. The public hearing was closed, and the Council felt that there was no need for the ordinance, as proposed. Leroux made motion, Barnes seconded, to deny adoption of the proposed charitable gambling ordinance. All aye. Motion Carried. THE END ZONE (SPECIAL USE PERMIT) Robert and Adrian Kramarczuk, owner/operator of The End Zone located at 13891 Forest Boulevard, applied for a SUP to construct two broomball courts on their commercially - zone property. The Planning Commission considered their request at their meeting of November 19, 1997, and recommended approval of one rink along with special conditions. Robert Kramarczuk was present at the meeting explaining the need for two City Council meeting of December 1, 1997 Page 2 rinks; that noise should not be a problem because of winter months and natural tree border; and the end motel room will be used as a warming house until one can be constructed. He asked that if a fence is required, that the cost be share with the adjoining property owner. Councilmember Barnes had four concerns: 1) alcohol being served outside, 2) alcohol in the motel room possibly annoying adjacent renters, 3) music being piped outside, and 4) possible conflict with commercial/residential uses. Other Council members felt that because of winter months, noise would not be a large factor, and an annual renewal revision would allow further discussion of the need for a fence. Miron made motion, Goiffon seconded, to approve the request of Robert and Adrian Kramarczuk, 13891 Forest Boulevard, to construct two broomball courts on their property subject to the following conditions: 1. Applicants obtain approval from the Rice Creek Watershed for the project. 2. Lighting of the rinks shall consist of cut-off, shoe -box type lights. 3. Broomball events shall be limited to 6:30PM to 9:30PM on weekdays; 10:OOAM to 8:OOPM, Saturdays and Sundays. 4. No alcohol shall be sold outside of the liquor establishment. 5. The broomball operation shall be set up no earlier than December 1 st and removed by March 15th. 6. The Special Use Permit shall be renewed annually, in time for the Planning Commission's November meeting date. Councilmember Barnes stated that she will be voting no because the fence issue was not included in the motion. VOTING AYE: Arcand, Goiffon, Leroux Miron VOTING NAY: Debra Barnes Motion Carried. SOUTH ONEKA LAKE DRAINAGE/FLOODPLAIN ISSUES Pete Willenbring of WSB updated the Council on hydrologic issues associated with the project, as well as providing a written report for Council review. There was discussion as to how the City could recoup costs associated with improvements. The City Administrator stated that an ordinance needed to be adopted to collect costs. The City will be meeting with affected property owners again on December 5, 1997, at 9:OOAM to further the project. Miron made motion, Barnes seconded, authorizing City staff to negotiate an Agreement with property owners for preparation of the plan to improve the drainage and adjust the flood plain for the area. City Council meeting of December 1, 1997 Page 3 VOTING AYE: Barnes, Goiffon, Leroux, Miron ABSTAINED: Warren Arcand Motion Carried. APPEAL DANGEROUS DOG DESIGNATION Richard Rodriguez, 5725 Lower 147th Street, has had his dog "Willie" designated a potentially dangerous dog by the City Attorney as a result of a bite inflicted on a neighbor. Mr. Rodriguez was present to appeal the decision, as well as provide a letter from the bite victim, who states the circumstances surrounding the bite, and asks for leniency and understanding when deciding the fate of the animal. Miron made motion, Barnes seconded, that the City accept the request of the Richard Rodriguez and Tim Shoushounova, and remove the potentially dangerous designation for Willie, based on Mr. Shoushounova's letter. All aye. Motion Carried. MASTER PARK PLAN The Planning Commission recommended acceptance of the Plan as submitted to them at their meeting of November 17, 1997. Dave Wanberg of Sanders Wacker Bergly was present to explain the Plan, as well as answer any questions. As the Council desired more time to review the Plan, the following motion was made: Barnes made motion, Goiffon seconded, to table this matter until the meeting of 12/15/97. All aye. Motion Carried. PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY Frank Puleo submitted a letter of interest in the PC vacancy as a result of Alice Waller's resignation. Miron made motion, Goiffon seconded, to appoint Frank Puleo to fill the remaining Planning Commission term of Alice Waller to expire 12/31/99. All aye. Motion Carried. ORDINANCE VIOLATION (4720 170TH STREET) The above -referenced address is in violation of Hugo ordinance. Councilman Leroux has discussed this matter with the property owner, and he has agreed to notify the City when the property should be inspected for ordinance compliance. City Council meeting of December 1, 1997 Page 4 Miron made motion, Arcand seconded, to table this matter until the meeting of December 15, 1977, to allow Mr. Leroux time to work with the property owner. All aye. Motion Carried. AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES (FENWAY BLVD.) Attorney Galler provided his written comments regarding the proposed Agreement. Tom Angus agreed to provide the City with a revised document incorporating Mr. Galler's suggestions. Leroux made motion, Barnes seconded, to approve the amended Contract with OSM to provide engineering services for the Bald Eagle Industrial Park/Fenway Boulevard project, in an amount not to exceed $29,000. All aye. Motion Carried. REVIEW OF SOIL INVESTIGATION PROPOSALS (FENWAY BLVD.) Barnes made motion, Goiffon seconded, to accept the City Engineer's recommendation that Allied Test Drilling Company be awarded the contract to perform the soils investigation work for Fenway Boulevard at a cost not to exceed $2,605.00. Approval is also contingent upon Allied Test Drilling providing the City with a detailed engineering report. All aye. Motion Carried. AMENDED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (WOODS OF BALD EAGLE) The required paperwork was not provided for review by the Council or City Attorney. Miron made motion, Leroux seconded, to table this matter until the Development Agreement has been provided. All aye. Motion Carried. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EVALUATIONS The Council was reminded to provide their evaluations of the Administrator and City consultants. City Council meeting of December 1, 1997 Page 5 CORRESPONDENCE The City received the following correspondence: 1) letter from a resident on 165th concerned with the floor elevation for their residence, 2) letter from Dave Schumann apologizing for illegally distributing a Fire Hall Referendum flyer, and 3) letter from a resident regarding debris left on his property from Post Office construction. FIRE HALL REFERENDUM The Mayor discussed the recently -defeated Fire Hall Referendum held on November 18th. He suggested that the City pursue the possibility of entering into a Lease Purchase Agreement for a Fire Hall, and reviewed options available for reducing the 1998 budget in order to help defray future Fire Hall costs. Several residents present offered their opinion as to why the referendum was defeated. As Mr. Schumann had offered an apology for illegally distributing a flyer, Mayor Miron afforded an opportunity for authors of the "yellow flyer" to come forward with the same apology, or possible legal action would be taken. COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER SHOOTING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS Miron made motion, Barnes seconded, to approve a Committee to consider shooting ordinance amendments to be Chaired by Councilman Leroux, comprised of the following: Debra Barnes, Will Riopel, Jeff Hughes, Becky Petryk, and Karen Duraine. All aye. Motion Carried. Leroux made motion, Goiffon seconded, to adjourn at I LOOPM. All aye. Motion Carried. 114��' 1� &e_'W� Mary Creager City 1