Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992.07.20 CC MinutesMINUTES OF 1.HE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 2C►. 1992 The regular meeting was called to order by Flavor Stoltzman at 7:OOPM. PRESENT: Barnes, Brunotte, Leroux, Miron, Stoltzman, Administrator Museus, Ron Otk:in, Charles Johnson, Carole LaBelle Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Miron to approve the Minutes of July 6, 1992 as amended. All aye, motion passed. Motion made by Miron, seconded by Brunotte to approve the claims of July 20, 1992 in the amount of $212,35..87. All aye, motion passed. Councilman Miron noted that $104,257.40 was half of the law enforcement contract, and $98,748.77 was contractor's estimate on paving project. CHARITABLE GAMEBLING_LICENSE �(WBL LIOt- ) The WBL Lions Club has requested a Minnesota Lawful Gambling License to conduct Class B charitable gambling at the Hugo American Legion Club, 57.36 147th Street North, Hugo, MN. Revenue from the sale of pull tabs at the American Legion will go to support the WBL Lion Club's charitable activities, such as the community ambulance service. Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Miron to approve the gambling license application of the White Bear Lake Lion's Club to operate at the American Legion Club in Hugo. All aye, motion passed. CHARITABLE GAMBLING LICENSE (SILVER SPUR SADDLE CLUB) The Silver Spur Saddle Club, Inc., has requested a Class B charitable gambling license for the sale of pull tabs at. the Blacksmith Lounge, 1.7205 Forest Blvd. North, Hugo, MN. Revenues from the charitable gambling activities will go to support equestrian -oriented youth, education programs. Dan Ramberg of Woodioch Stables was present to address Questions from the Council. He stated that proceeds will enhance equestrian education, clinics, and lessons for disadvantaged youth and interested horsepersons. Motion made by Miron, seconded by Stolt:man to approve the charitable gambling, license application for the Silver Spur Saddle Club to operate at. the Blacksmith Lounge, Huoo. All aye, motion passed. City Council Minutes - July 20. 1992 F'aae 2 FINAL SUBDIVISION ACCEPTANCE (BIRCH TREE FONDS 3RD ADDITION)_ Administrator Museus stated that the City has a received a recommendation from the City engineer to accept Birch Tree Fonds 3rd Addition. According to the Cit; Engineer, all public utilities and streets serving this subdivision, have been constructed to City standards. The acceptance of these improvements, by the City Council is necessary for the City to assume responsibility for these improvements, and to allow issuance of building permits and certificates of occupancy. Administrator Museus stated that the infrastructure of the development is complete, except for planting of trees which will be done after construction of the residences. If the planting is not completed, a portion of the administrative deposit would be deducted in order for the City to complete the project. Motion made by Barnes, seconded by Miron -to accept Birch Tree Ponds Third Addition streets and utilities. All aye, motion passed. AGREEMENT WITH GRACE DEVELOPMENT FOR SOIL BORINGS In order to proceed with the acquisition of a si.te for the construction < the City's new water tower, the City Attorney has provided a Soil Boring Agreement for approval by the City, which would allow the City to conduct site -testing at possible locations for the tower. Sites for the testinq are all owned by Grace Development Corp., and are in the vicinity of the Bald Eagle Industrial Park. Attorney Charles Johnson stated that Grace Development Corp. has now regained ownership of the three properties in question. The contract for deed has been defaulted by Harstad Companies. Mr. Johnson has reviewed the content of the agreement with Howard M::i.uEi.sto. Mr. Johnson was unsure at this point if Judd Jackson has signed the agreement. Motion made by Miron, seconded by Stoltman Aqreement with Grace Development Corporation site testing at three possible loca`.i.ons. All aye, motion passed. SPECIAL USE . PERMIT NOR i HERN NATURAL_ . GAS) to approve the Soil Borings to allow the City to conduct Northern Natural Gas has applied for a Special Use Permit to expand their existing regulator and meter facility located at the north e�.st corner of State Highway 61 and 175th Street in the City of HUOO. Northern Natural Gas has stated that the increased regulator size is necessary to serve tl increasing natural gas demands of the Community. J'he Hugo Planni.nq Commission conducted a public hearing on June ';'4, 1.99: to consider this request, and has recommended approval. City Council Minutes - July 20, 1992 Page 3 Mr. Dennis Werkmeister informed the Council the work would begin in September and be completed in November. The gas company has agreed with the nearest homeowner to plant trees for screening and to paint the building similar to his residence. Mr. Werkmeister stated they will be boring under Co. Rd. 57 and will not interrupt Washington County's road construction work. Motion made by Stoltzman, seconded by Barnes to approve the request of Northern Natural Gas to expand their regulator/meter facility at Highway 61 and 175th St. as indicated on their site plan. All aye, motion passed. 1992 ROAD GRAVELING FLAN Eased on the poor condition of many of the gravel roads in the City of Hugo, the trafficability problems experienced on these roads this spring, and the funds available, staff has recommended the addition of a 4" Class 5 overlay to approximately seven miles of gravel road in the City of Hugo. Expected cost of this project is $75,000. Staff recommendation is to let bids on this project, and complete the improvement this fall. Finance Director Ron Otkin informed the Council that $53,000 would come from the road maintenance fund, $15,000 from the recodification fund, and $7,000 from the comparable worth fund. 'Tree roads specified were chosen by Road Supt. Charles Shalander as those most in need of repair. Administrator Museus stated that the County would be shaping the roads prior to any graveling. Motion made by Stoltzman, seconded by Leroux to approve the advertisement for bids for the road graveling project as follows: 1. 152nd St. and Francesca Ave. 2. 165th St. from Elmcrest to S.T.H. 61. 3. 175th St. from STH 61 to Greystone Ave. 4. Greystone Ave., 175th to 177th St. 5. 177th St. Greystone Ave. to Henna Ave. 6. Homestead Ave. 147th to 157th St. 7. Elmcrest Ave. 129th St. to Frenchman Rd. 8. Ingersoll Ave., CSAH 4 to 175th St. All aye, motion passed. VARIANCE REQUEST FOR OVER SIZE GARAGE ( RLJPh::US ) Jerome Rupkus has made application to the City of HUQO for a variance to construct an over sized, attached garage as part of a new home he is building at 16:15 Harrow Avenue. Mr. Rupkus would need a variance of 112 sq ft in order to construct the 832 sq ft garage he desires. Motion made by Leroux, seconded by Miron to approve the variance request of Jerome RupkLAS to construct an attached garage Es:?;2 sq. ft. at 16=15 Harrow Ave. All aye, motion passed. City Council Minutes - July 20, 1992 Page 4 FIRE DEPARTMENT TERMINATIONS Hugo Fire Chief, Ron Istvanovich, has requested the City Council accept the resignations of Mr. Keith Molitor and Mr. Doug Tipp, volunteer fire fighters, who have moved their residences from the City of HUQ0. Motion made by Mi.ron, seconded by Brunotte to accept the resignations of volunteers firefighters N:eith Molitor arid Doug Tipp. All aye, motion passed. Fire Chief Ron Istvanovich has requested that the City advertise for volunteer firefighters in the next newsletter. STATE WATER SERVICE CONNECTION FEE Finance Director Ron Otkin informed the City Council that in order to pay for the State's cost in complying with the Federal Safe Drinking Water Testing Programs, the MN Dept. of Health has mandated that the City of Hugo pay $5.21 each year for every water- connection served by the City's municipal water supply. Mr. Otkin has recommended that the City add an annual charge to City water bills to fund the State's new requirement. Motion made by Miron, Stoltzman seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1992-16, RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION AND PAYMENT OF STATES MANDATED WATER SERVICE CONNECTION FEES. All aye, motion passed. SEWER SERVICE FEE Finance Director Ron Otkin stated that because of increased costs to the City from the Metro Waste Control Commission, the City will need to increase its sanitary sewer rates accordingly. Mr. Otkin stated that a $10.00 per quarter, per sewer connection would increase annual revenue approximately $23,000 for the sewer fund which would cover depreciation and Metro Waste Control increases. Motion made by Stoltzman, seconded by Leroux to adopt RESG�_UT'ION 1992-17 RESOLUTION AMENDING SANITARY SEWER RATES. Members vo-Lina AYE: Barnes.. Leroux, i1iron, Stoltzman Members voting NAY: Brunotte Motion passed. 1993 BUDGET PREPARATION CALENDAR Finance Director Ron Otkin has developed a, calendar of cri.t.ictl dates for the City's adoption of its 199+ budget. This calendar could undergo change based on the exact dates established by the county and school districts for their public, budget hearings. A draft of the 1993 City budget will be provided to the City Council on August 3, 1992. Motion made by Stoltzman, seconded by Barnes to approve the tentative budget calendar as submitted. All aye, motion passed.