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The meeting was called to order by Mayor Atkinson at 6:00 PM.
PRESENT: McAllister, Jesinsk:i, Olson, Vail, Atkinson
City Administrator, Ken Huber
Finance Director, Ron Otk:in
City Clerk, Mary Ann Creager
Olson made motion, Vail seconded, to approve the minutes for the regular
City Council meeting of August 21, 1989 as submitted.
All ave. Motion Carried.
McAllister made motion, Vail seconded, to approve the General Claims for
September 5, 1969 in the amount of $29,766.92.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Vail made motion, Jesinsk:i seconded, to approve the Utility Claims for
September 5, 1989 in the amount of $0,883.73.
All ave. Motion Carried.
1990 BUDGET PROPOSAL.
The City Council scheduled tonight's meeting for 6:00 PM, as the first of
three open hearings on the review of the City's proposed 1990 general fund
and utilities budget. The budget prepared by the City staff reflects a 7;
increase in spending from the City's 1989 budget of $870,966. The staff
is projecting revenues of $919,667 in 1990, which is up approximately 5.6%
from the current year'=_. projection. The proposed budget is not balanced,
as submitted to the Council, and will either have to be cut. approximately
$13,000 in expenditures or increased by the same amount in revenues. The
overall. tax Levy increase of 9 1/2%, as proposed, is somewhat misleading
in that this increase includes homestead credit paid by the State of
Minnesota. The ad valorem tax levy, as reflected in the revenue budget,
is as follows:
1.. $374,4e5 tax Levy for the general fund.
2. $137,782.25 c
..7 , 7 8.�.2_� for long-term debt.
3. $1647041. Homestead credit not paid in property taxes.
Budget highlights include a sealcoat.ing program for downtown streets., a
doubling of the City's gravel budget, funding for recodi.fication of the
City's codes, computer software, supplies for a central filing system, and
acquisition of a new water --well site. In rebudgeted funds for special
projects, City staff included $1.90,000 for new road construction and
approximately $70,000 for a water management study, both of which were
funded in previous ye=ars..
After review of the budget by the Cite: Council, the following items were
to be considered for further discussion. -
1. Consider exchanging some of the '15,000 budgeted for rec_odif cat.:i_en of
the City codt_bo:_ k for repair- of the City's tennis courts.
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w. Add the City Council to the City's workman's comp coverage.
3. Increase monthly rent from Northwestern Hell.
4. Delete Brown's Creek: from the general fund expenditure, and assess the
benefiting properties.
5. Consider budget item for "ambulance/paramedic" training.
b. Consider budget items for Forest Lake Youth Service Bureau and White
Hear Counseling.
7. Possible increase in the Mayor/Council salaries.
NEW LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION (R . J . ' S/M I NE i ILIN
On behalf of MINE, Inc., Ms. Gayle Hammond has entered into a purchase
agreement and contract for deed to acquire R.J.'s Lounge, Restaurant, and
Motel from Mr. Ron Schloer (R.J.'s Restaurant -Lounge and Motel, Inc.).
This purchase was made subject to securing the on -sale liquor license
currently held by R.J.'s Lounge and Restaurant„ Inc. In addition to the
on -sale liquor license, Ms. Hammond is making application for an off -sale
liquor license and Sunday on -sale liquor. The appropriate surety bonds
have been provided as well as the required liquor liability insurance.
The background investigation has been completed by the Washington County
Sheriff's Department, and they have indicated no violations that would
prohibit issuance of this license. The Articles of Incorporation for
MINE, Inc., have been provided, and the sole officer and director of the
corporation is his. Gayle A. Hammond. his.. Hammond has served as the
manager of R.J.'s Restaurant and Lounge for over a year, and law
enforcement officials have indicated that they have had no problems with
the manner in which the lounge has been operated. The city clerk has
indicated that all documents appear to be in order, and there appears to
be no reason for denial of this application. Also included is approval of
cigarette and game Licenses for MINE, Inc., at R.J.'s Restaurant and
Lounge.
Fail made motion, Olson seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1989-15, A
RESOLUTION APPROVING LIQUOR AND RELATED LICENSES FOR R.J.'S LOUNGE/MINE
INC.
All ave. Motion Carried.
ROGER DUPAUL (AUTO DISMANTLING LICENSE
Olson made motion, Jesinski seconded, to approve the Auto Dismantling
License for Roger Dupaul DBA Modern Auto Farts, 16817 Forest Boulevard
North, legally described as follows: Fart. of NE 1/4 of Section S. T.31N,
R21W, Washington County, Minnesota. The Auto Dismantling License will
expire October .?, 1990, and is subject to compliance with all requirements
outlined in the October, 1988 permit signed by Mr. Dupaul for Modern Auto
Parts.
All aye. Motion Carried.
C; I P CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE EXTENSION
Valley Paving, Shakopee, MN., has requested an extension of their
construction time for completion of the City's CIP road construction,
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project currently underway. When this project was originally bid by
Talley Paving, an August 15th deadline for completion was quoted. The
city engineer's office has indicated that in light of some changes the
City has made in the project, an extension might be warranted. The City
staff can see no problem with extending the completion date for this
project to September 18, 1989 with the understanding that the contractor
will be held fully responsible for all repairs to shoulders and bituminous
surfacing caused by erosion or other means as a result of not completing
the project under the originally proposed schedule. On two occasions, the
contractor has left the project for extended periods time, leaving t!-iC:
roadways in a partially completed condition to do roadwork:: in other
communities. The City staff feels that the City should not be financially
responsible for repairs to the shoulders, ditches, and other work along
the roadway as a result of leaving the project uncompleted after the
originally proposed August 15th deadline.
McAllister made motion., Atkinson seconded, that the City of Hugo
reluctantly extends the completion date for the CIF` road construction
project until September 30, 1989 subject to ompleting the base contract
work and all change orders. The $100 per day penalty will be imposed if
work is not completed by the 9/30/89 deadline.
All aye. Motion Carried.
VA 14NCE FOR GARAGE SIZE (U . .FEV0I R )
Mr. nave Revoir, 5.361 165th Street, has made application for a variance to
construct a 780 square foot attached garage. This exceeds the maximum
square footage required by approximately 60 feet; however, the request is
consistent with the Council's practice of allowing oversized garages that
do not exceed the square footage of the residential dwelling. The
applicant has indicated that the garage will be used for residential.
purposes only.
Jeasinski made motion, Olson seconded, to approve the variance request of
Mr. Dave Revoir, 5361. 165th Street North, to construct a 90 square foot
attached garage for residential purposes only at the address noted herein.
All aye. Motion Carried.
:IAF; I PNCE PDR GARASF . S I E-__.: Ri__D JCKSTAD i
On behalf of Mr. Richard Duckstad, the South Lake Construction of Forest
Lake, Inc., has made application to the City of Hugo for construction of
an oversized garage on said property located at 6950 177th Street, Hugo,
MN. It is the applicant's intent to construct a 864 square foot attached
garage exceeding the maximum 720 square foot requirement by: approximately
144 square feet. This request is consistent with the Council's practice
regarding authorizing oversized garages that do not exceed the _square
footage of the residential dwelling. The property in question is zoned
conservancy, and consists of approximately 10 acres. The site is located
on 177th Street., approximately 700 1'f.:et t-a`_.t:. of Greystone Avenue.
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Atkinson made motion, Vail seconded, to approve the
Mr. Richard Duck:stad for 6950 177th Street North, to
square foot attached garage for residential purposes
All aye. Motion Carried.
variance request of
construct an 964
only.
REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY MOBILE HOME PERMIT (R. DIJCKS*T'AD)
Mr. Richard Duck:stad has made application to the City of Hugo for a.
temporary mobile home permit to allow use of a self-contained motor home
as a temporary residence for 90 days durinq construction of his proposed
home at 6950 177th Street, Hugo, MN. Mr. Duck:stad has assured us that all
waste materials from the temporary residence will be disposed of in a
proper manner, and that the site will be kept in a sanitary condition at
all times.
Olson made motion, McAllister seconded, to approve the application of
Richard Duck:stad at 6950 177th Street, for a temporary mobile home permit
to allow use of a self-contained motor home as a temporary residence
during construction of his proposed residence. Said approval is subject
to the following conditions:
1. The permit shall be effective for a period beginning September 5, 1.959
and ending December 5, 1959.
2. The applicant shall provide proof that arrangements have been made for
regular garbage pickup service on site.
3. The motor home will not be used as a temporary residence after
issuance of a certificate of occupancy within the time period
identified herein.
4. No waste generated by this temporary residence be disposed of on site.
5. The site in quesion be kept in a sanitary condition at all times.
6. No one shall be allowed to reside in the temporary residence other
than members of Richard Duc!::stad' s immediate family during the
effective period of this permit.
7. Any request for extension beyond the December 5, 1989 deadline will
require the making of a $500 financial deposit with the City to assure
removal of the temporary mobile home following issuance of a
certificate of occupancy for the house by the City's building
inspector.
All aye. Motion Carried.
VARIANCE ANIS SITE PLAN APPROVAL C .-_l NMAN )
Mr. Curt Inman has made application to the City of Hugo for a variance and
site pian approval to locate a 22' x 30" detached garage on his property
1.3' into the required side yard setback:. The City requires a minimum; 30
side yard setback: on corner lots. The property in question is identified
as 5398 145th Street, and is at tt-ie corner of 1.A5th Street and Finale
Avenue. Mr. Inman has indicated that the oaraae will. be used for stor-ric-le
of a motor vehicle and other items. Tl;e property ire
question consists of two lots total.inig 70i;lot da:idt.h and 150' i.ri lc+ -t-.
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depth. The request in question would allow
the side yard within 1: 1/2' of the existing
staff has some concern regarding_ the extent
the fact that a typical parking stall. is 10'
distance between the proposed garage and the
than the standard depth of a parking stall.
the garage to encroach into
roadway easement. The City
of this variance in light of
wide and 18' deep. The
existing right-of-way is less
Mr. Inman was present at the meeting, and after Council discussion of the
request, agreed to amend his application and move the proposed garage
further north and west, thereby requiring a 10' variance to the
requirement. Mr. Inman was informed that he will need to submit a revised
site plan indicating the change in the location of the proposed building.
Atkinson made motion, Je=_•insk:i seconded, to approve the variance request
of Mr. Curt Inman at 5.398 145th Street, to locate a 22 „ 30' detached
garage on said property 10' into the required side yard setback:
maintaining a 0' side yard and the required rear yard setback::.
All aye. Motion Carried.
"rJE.IC�HiC�F:HCiCif? llAl CH" PROGRAM
The City had received a letter from the Washington County Sheriff's Office
regarding establishment of Neighborhood Watch meetings in the City of
Hugo, and requests the cooperation of the City with regard to installation
of a. "NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH" sign at the entrance to developments that become
part_ of the Neighborhood Watch program. The estimated cost of the signs
is $10.00 each, and the Sheriff's }Department approves the release of the
sign_ for placement in the community.
McAllister made motion, Jesinski seconded, advising the Washington County
Sheriff's Office that the City of Hugo agrees with the concept of the
Neighborhood Watch Program, and agrees to pay reasonable costs for
placement of the signs as recommended by the Sheriff's Department.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Councilman McAllister suggested that. the City staff coordinate use of tl-i,._
City Hall for this program, if needed.
ORI I i'dANC:EAt �E i`1Li i. tJCE C:HAPT'ER 40=12 QE= i`:;1.i.,i Ct.';y.
In an effort to clarify the City's policies and ordinances regarding
mobile homes and manufactured housing in the City of Hugo, City staff
prepared an amendment to Chapter 40 of the municipal code deleting the
language dealing with transient Housing. This ordinance affects mobile
and manufactured homes outside of approved mobile home parkas, and
clarifies the minimum standards for these types of structures. This
ordinace also eliminates references to watchman's quarters as identified
in 40--1.2, Subd. E.
McAllister mad= motion, L.es,inski seconded, 'I:'.o adopt'. ORDINANCE 198 -.=61, AN
ORDINANCE I NANCE AME.I' DIN CHAPTER 40 CIE THE MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED "BUILDINGS
.,.,:-. CONSTRUCTION-, It`d ARTICLE 1 I I , SECTION 40 -ENTITLED
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WATCHMAN'S QUARTERS, AND TO ESTABLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR MOLDILE HOMEiMANU--
EACTURED HOMES.
VOTING AYE: McAllister, Jesinsk:i, Olson, Vail, Atkinson
VOTING NAY: NONE
Motion Carried.
RESOLUTION REQUESTING CIF' SPEED ZONES
The City staff prepared a resolution for Council consideration, requesting
the State Commissioner of Transportation review and recommend speed limits
on certain roadways in the City of Hugo.
Vail made motion, Olson seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1989-16, A
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE STATE COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORATION TO REVIEW
AND RECOMMEND SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN ROADWAYS IN THE CITY OF HUGO.
VOTING; AYE: McAllister, Jesinsh:i, Olson, Vail, Atkinson
VOTING NAY: NONE
Motion Carried.
JOIE. STANEK REQUEST
The City received a letter from Mr. Lloyd Grooms, on behalf of Mr. Joe
Stanek:, requesting that the City assist them in providing physical access
to Mr. Stanek:'s property south of 130th Street in Section 2 of the City.
Mr. Grooms has indicated in his letter that fences have been constructed
in the dedicated right-of-way preventing access to Mr. Stanekos property.
City Administrator Huber discussed this request with the Mr. Charles_.
Johnson, City attorney;, and Mr. Johnson has indicated there would be no
problem with sending the appropriate parties a letter requesting that they
remove the fences from the right-of-way in question within a reasonable
amount of time. Mr. Grooms's letter indicates that he has tried to work:
with some of the property owners in this area to secure a private driveway
easement to ter. Stanek's as a tradeoff for vacating_ the right-of-way in
question. He has indicated that Mrs. Lefebrve has refused to cooperate in
any way that would allow Mr. Stanek: .access to his property. The City
staff has advised Mr. Grooms that they will probably not recommend _:ray
legal action regarding the removal of the fences in question unless th er
City is in receipt of a formal petition from Mr. Stanek to construct and
finance an approved roadway to the site in question.
Atkinson made motion, Jesinsk:i seconded, authorizing City staff to send a
letter to the appropriate parties requesting that they remove fences from
the dedicated right-of-way in question within a reasonable amount of time.
All. aye. Motion Carried.
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JIM L.EROUX
Mr. dames Leroux, 4.360 165th Street, appeared before the City Council and
stated that, in his opinion, the City's building inspector had
over -stepped his authority by asking him if he had a building permit and
site plan for the reconstruction of a building on his farm. Mr. Leroux
was informed that not all buildings constructed on agricultural property
are exempt from building permits. Mr. Henson would need to know the use
of the building to determine whether or not a permit was required, and
that was the reason that Mr. Henson made his inquiry.
Olson made motion, 'Jail seconded, to adjourn at 8:30 PM.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Mary Ar Creager, City 1 rk-