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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984.04.16 CC Minutes 29 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL April 16, 1984 The special meeting of the Hugo City Council was called to order at 6:17 PM. PRESENT: Peltier, Schwab, Vail, McAllister ABSENT: Atkinson The special meeting was called for the opening of bids for the sale of $110,000.00 General Obligation Bonds (Project 8102) . Let the record show that all requirements for special meetings have been met. The City received six (6) bids, with the lowest going to Piper, Jaffray, Hopwood, Inc. , with a total net interest of $50,643.75 and an average net effective interest rate of 8.4759%. MOTION: Peltier made motion, Schwab seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1984-3, A RESO- LUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $110,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1984; DETERMINING THE FORM AND DETAILS THEREOF: LEVYING A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF; AND RATIFYING THE FORM OF THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: Peltier made motion, Vail seconded, to adjourn at 6:50 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. Mary Creager, Clerk City Hugo MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL April 16, 1984 The regular meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM. PRESENT: Peltier, Atkinson, Schwab, Vail, McAllister 3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Peltier made motion, Vail seconded, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April 2, 1984, as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of April 7, 1984, as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. 4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION: Peltier made motion, Schwab seconded, to approve the General Claims for April 16, 1984, as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. 30 April 16, 1984 MOrTION: Vail made motion, Schwab seconded, to approve the Utility Claims for April 16, 1984, as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.0 PETITIONS, REQUESTS, COLVFIUNICATIONS ,& LICENSES 5.1 Lawrence Hazel - Sale of Propertx Mr. Hazel would like to sell a piece of property lying to the west of his resi- dence at 7426 125th Street North. On 10/18/82 the Clerk signed a DEED OF DISTRIBUTION, for recording purposes, that created one parcel of land. This combination gave Mr. Hazel a 5.77 acre homesite and nullified the 2 acre, grand- father-in lot directly to his west. Someone is now interested in purchasing the 2 acre site. It was determined that because of the QQning of the property in question (RR2 and AG) , Mr. Hazel would need to rezone75FE in order to split his 5.77 acres. 5.2 Barry Stack - Land Division Mr. Stack, representing Donald Lucker, discussed the proposed division of 90 acres into 8 parcels consisting of approximately 10 acres. Soil and perc tests have been taken on each lot, as well as a topo map. A stormwater management plan has been prepared for all 160 acres owned by Mr. Lucker. A 66' easement has been reserved in the subdivision so as not to landlock any property to the east. Howard Kuusisto stated that a copy of the drainage plan has been for- warded to Washington County Highway Department for their comments, as Jeffrey Avenue is also a county road. There is a concern about the ponding at the northwest corner of the subdivision. McAllister stated that the City would require a permit from the Rice Creek Watershed District prior to any approval from the City for Land Division. The Council discussed the possibility of ac- quiring a parkland dedication for the subdivision, and determined it would be appropriate. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Vail seconded, that the City forward a letter to Mr. Barry Stack stating that the parkland dedication for the pro- posed subdivision of Donald Lucker will not exceed $100.00 per lot created. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.3 Kevin Mann - Disc on Site Plan Approval On October 3, 1983, Mr. Kevin Mann was granted a SUP for the construction of a 30 x 48 pole building. A variance was also approved for Mann to construct his building 10' from the property line to his west. A letter of consent was pro- vided from Mr. Art Munger, said property owner to the west. Mr. Mann pro- ceeded to construct his building approximately 5' from the property line, even though he was aware of the property line. Mr. Munger, also present at the meeting, stated that he did not want to make Mr. Mann move his building or sell him the necessary land to meet the setback requirement. He stated that he would live with the situation the way it presently exists. It was the opinion of Mayor McAllister that Mr. Mann should be required to move his building. The building has no cement floor, but the poles are cemented in. 31 April 16, 1984 KEVIN MANN - cont. MOTION: Atkinson made motion, McAllister seconded, that Mr. Kevin Mann be required to move his building to meet the approved 10' setback. VOTING FOR: Atkinson, McAllister VOTING AGAINST: Peltier, Schwab, Vail Motion Failed. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Schwab seconded, that Mr. Mann be charged double for his Building Permit. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.4 Randall Irving - Renew of Mobile Home Permit MOTION: Peltier made motion, Vail seconded, to renew the Mobile Home Permit for Randall Irving, 12870 Henna A'enue , for a period of 90 days. All aye. MOtion Carried. 5.5 Darrell Tavernier - Liquor Licenses MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to grant the following licenses to Darrell Tavernier, LAKEVIEW INN, 4444 129th Street North: OFF SALE NON-INTOXICATING LIQUOR, ON SALE NON-INTOXICATING LIQUOR, and CIGARETTE, in the amount of $123.00. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.6 Glen Bjornson - Special Use Permit Councilman Schwab had contacted Mr. Bjornson, 12001 Ingersoll Avenue, regarding the need for a Special Use Permit for his cattle in the RR2 zone. Mr. Bjornson was to contact City Hall about this matter, but, to date, no contact has been made. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Schwab seconded, that the City Attorney be directed to send a notice to Glen Bjornson, that the keeping of non-domestic animals in the RRII zone, withou a Special Use Permit, is a violation of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Bjor is requested to appear at the next regular City Council meeting (May 7) at 7:30 PM. Failure to do so could result in prosecution of a misdemeanor. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.7 MAPSI - Animal Control Contract MAPSI, Inc., has sold its business in Minneapolis and relocated in Blaine, and has been purchased by its former employees. They willkrovide the same type of service - pickup to be made upon a phone call from city personnel. 32 April 16, 1984 MAPSI - cont. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the contract with MAPSI, with the addition of Item 17 stating that the service will respond only upon a request from the Mayor, City Council, City Clerk's office, or the Washington County Sheriff's Office. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.9 Soo Line Railroad - Land Division The Soo Line Railroad has purchased .7 acre frau the Zahler family (withrow area) for the construction of a 200' microwave tower on their property. The additbnal acreage is needed for the guide wires. There will be a restrictive covenant attached to the deed that in the event the property is no longer used for railroad purposes, the property would revert to the city. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Land Division for the Soo Line Railroad, subject to the following conditions: Approval of the deed by the City Attorney and payment of incurred costs for the Land Division. All aye. Motion Carried. 6.0 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1984-4, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A BOUNTY ON POCKET GOPHERS CAPTURED IN THE CITY OF HUGO, MINNESOTA. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION 1984-5, A RESOLUTION DECLARING A MORITORIUM ON ANY FURTHER REVIEW OR CONSI- DERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR THE WHITE BEAR ROD AND GUN CLUB UNTIL THE HU(DCITY ATTORNEY INFORMS THE COUNCIL OF ANY CHANGE IN THE INJUNCTION CURRENTLY IN FORCE RESTRAINING THE GUN CLUB FROM TRAP AND SKEET SHOOTING. VOTING FOR: Peltier, Schwab, McAllister VOTING AGAINST: Atkinson, Vail MOTION CARRIED. 7.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7.1 Fireman's Relief Assn. - Retirement Fund The Fire Department has approached the city requesting that the city take part in their retirement funding. City taxes would be increased 1/10 of 1 mill with a very minimal increase evident on property taxes. McAllister talked to Frank Langer, and he informed Mike that homesteaded property with a valuation of $50,000 would have an increase of 41 ; property valued at $150,000, and in- crease of $3.78. McAllister suggested the Council contact other canities and discuss the matter with them. The Council will discuss proposal at a later date. 7.2 Ron Istvanovich - OSHA Regulation The Fire Department received a mandate from OSHA regulating the use of the Scot Airpaks. A letter stating the regulation, as well as how it will effect fire and rescuse personnel, was submitted to the City Council. April 16, 1984 33 MOTION: Peltier made motion, Scwab seconded, that the City of Hugo accept the Fire Chief's letter of 4/16/84 confirming that his recommendations become the policy of the City of Hugo. All aye. Motion Carried. The Fire Chief requested authorization to send four (4) men to the State Fire School for a cost of $250.00. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Fire Chief's request to send 4 men to the State Fire School for a cost not to ex- ceed $250.00. All aye. Motion Carried. The Fire Chief informed the Council that the Fire Department was in need of 300' of 4" hose to replace the defective hose on #3 truck. MOTION: Vail made motion, Schwab seconded, authorizing the Fire Chief to purchase 300' of 4" hose at approximately $2.70/foot, to replace the defective hose on #3 truck. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.8 Len Noack - Auto Dismantling License MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Auto Dismantling License for Dick and Mike Brandt (formerly Len's Auto Parts) subject to the following: 1. Installation of two monitoring wells to collect and monitor water samples 2. Current analysis to be taken by an independent testing lab and submitted to the City of Hugo by July 30 of each year. Motion withdrawn. MOTION: Schwab made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Auto Dismantling License for Dick and Mike Brandt (Len's Auto Parts) subject to the following conditions: 1. Installation of two monitoring wells to collect and monitor water. 2. Water sampling to be conducted and analyzed by an independent laboratory. 3. Such collection should take place in the month of July, and the results of the testing to be submitted to Hugo at the time of annual issuance of the Auto Dismantling License. 4. All other conditions of the Special Use Permit are incorporated intothis action, and are in force. 5. License to said parties to be issued when proper transfer and ownership of premises have taken place. All aye. Motion Carried. TOM CREVER The Building Inspector had been contacted by a person interested in residing in a manufactured house until he was in a position to construct a standard house. Mr. Crever was instructed to inform him that he may reside in the manufactured house provided he meets city requirements. The permanent situation may be changed to a temporary Mobile Home Permit while he is building his home. 34 April 16, 1984 9.0 ATTORNEY AND ENGINEER Mr. Johnson submitted his monthly report. Mayor McAllister will meet with the professional staff on May 8, at 10:00 AM, to discuss the Fashingbauer drainage easement. Mr. Kuusisto submitted his montU.y report. The Council reviewed Kuusisto's report regarding the requirements for a septic system for the Schmidty's site. Mayor McAllister stated to Wil Harris and Don Bumgartner, present at the meeting, to prepare a plan and submit to Kuusisto. After approval by HK, they can obtain a Building Permit. MISCELLANEOUS MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, authorizing the Mayor to sign the 1984 EMS Contract. All aye. Motion Carried. Mrs. Peltier informed the Council as to a complaint she received regarding the shooting of guns on property owned by Ed Waugh, south of 8A. The City will con- tinue to monitor the situation MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to release the Letter of Credit for Weigel's Bar & Restaurant. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to adjourn at 10:20 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. Att-4.-t Mary E! Creager, Cler Cit ••f Hugo