HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990.06.06 CC Minutes - Special meetingMINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL FOR JUNE 6, 199()
The meeting was called to order by Mayor George Atkinson at 6:00 PM.
PRESENT: Jesinski, Vail, Olson, Atkinson
City Administrator, Ken Haber
ABSENT: McAllister
Mayor Atkinson noted that this emergency meeting of the City Council was
called at the recommendation of the City Attorney for the purpose of
adopting a resolution authorizing eminent domain proceedings and the
taking of title to the Rice Lake Park prior to filing of an award by the
court appointed commissioners.
The City Administrator reviewed the resolution and the status of this
project with the City Council. It was noted that the City has attempted
on several occasions to meet with the White Bear Rod and Gun Club to
discuss a negotiated purchase of this property, and have had no success at
getting together with this group. To proceed with the purchase of this
property through the sale of bonds, the condemnation process must be
started prior to the June 13, 1990 Housing Authority meeting, and the June
18, 1990 City Council meeting.
After a brief discussion, the following motion was introduced:
Atkinson made motion, Olson seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1990-16,
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDING, AND TO AUTHORIZE TAKING
OF TITLE AND POSSESSION OF THE LAND PRIOR TO FILING OF AWARD BY COURT
APPOINTED COMMISSIONERS.
Upon roll call, the following members voted AYE: Jesinski, Olson, Vail,
AtF-.:inson
Voting NAY: NONE
ABSENT: McAllister
Motion Carried.
Mayor Atkinson noted a letter from MNDOT Commissioner, Len Levine, stating
they are currently reviewing the speed limits on Goodview Avenue as per
the City's request.
The City Administrator informed the City Council of a meeting in White
Bear Lake regarding the possibility of removing some of the Burlington
Northern Railroad tract -.:age in that area. The City Council agreed that
they had no objections to the proposal by the City of White Pear Lake
unless, however, it jeopardized rail. access to Hugo's industrial park: and
Interstate Lumber Co.
The City Council responded to a letter from a Hugo resident at 5955 138th
Street requesting use of the City's fire hydrant to fill a swimming pool.
It was pointed out that the City has had a long-=_tanding policy that
prohibits the use of fire equipment and fire hydrants for the filling of
swimming pools and other recreational purposes. The City Council then
reaffirmed that policy and asked that the City staff notify resident=_ of
the City's policy.
Special Council meeting of June 6, 1990
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The City Administrator then briefed the City Council on the status of the
David Schumann litigation and the results of same. It was noted that in
one newspaper article, Mr' Schumann indicated he wanted to make peace with
the City and put this matter to bed. In another article, Mr' Schumann was
quoted as saying he was going to sue the City for violations of his civil
rights and try to recoup his legal fees relating to his prosecution. The
City Council is in agreement that if Mr. Schumann is desirous of pursuing
this matter further, for whatever reasons, the City should defend its
position and take whatever action may still be available to the City to
correct the problems on his site. It was the general feeling that the
City does not any other confrontation from Mr. Schumann, but what he does
at this point will dictate the City's position.
Atkinson made motion, Olson seconded, to adjourn at 6:10 PM.
All aye' Motion Carried.
Kenneth H. Huber
City Administrator