Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983.04.04 CC Minutes 26 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL (BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEMBERS) April 4, 1983 The meeting was called to order by Mayor McAllister 6:05 PM. PRESENT: McAllister, Peltier, Atkinson, Schwab Also - City Assessor, Frank Langer VAIL ARRIVED AT 6:07 PM. Mr. Langer discussed the duties and responsibilities with the City Council of the Board of Equalization. MOTION: Peltier made motion, Schwab seconded, to adjourn at 6:51 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. 2P-2,(4/2 ( Mike McAllister, Mayor City of Hugo MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL April 4, 1983 The regular meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM. PRESENT: McAllister, Peltier, Atkinson, Schwab,, Vail MOTION: Peltier made motion, Vail seconded, to approve the minutes of March 21 , 1983, as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. 4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the General Claims for 4/4/83 as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: Peltier made motion, Schwab seconded, to approve the Utility Claims for 4/4/83 as submitted. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.0 PETITIONS, REQUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS & LICENSES 5.1 Safeway House Movers - Discussion on Special Use Permit Mrs. Sempel appeared before the Council with applications for Minor Subdivision and Amended Special Use Permit. They would like to sell an acre of their land lying along 165th Street and the sale of the building located on that acre. Mrs. Sempel submitted a Certificate of Survey, proof of ownership, and a perc test relative to the subdivision. 27 April 4, 1983 The Council considered the Planning Commission minutes in this matter. Mayor McAllister commented that he had heard statements alleging that Mrs. Sempel had accused the Mayor of being opposed, or unsympathetic, to their problems. McAllister stated that he has voted affirmatively in all Safeway House Mover applications. He stated that he has no objection to the sale of the land along the blacktop road. However, if Safeway starts the sale of interior lots, they will be looking at ful- filling the requirements for full subdivision. The city will have no haphazard industrial development. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Minor Subdivision for Safeway House Movers for the sale of 1 acre, subject to review of the proof of ownership and the Certificate of Survey by the City Attorney. All aye. Motion Carried. TEMPORARY MOBILE HOME PERMIT The city code allows 400 square feet for watchman quarters in the industrial zone. Safeway is requesting permission for a 10 x 50 trailer (500 sq ft) . Mayor McAllister stated that if we are looking at an increase in the square footage, the ordinance would have to be changed. McAllister went on record as being opposed to the addi- tional 10 feet. McAllister stated that the 400 sq ft does not have to be a trailer, but could be living space in a permanent structure. Mrs. Sempel stated that they have a 20 x 24 house located on their property and asked if they could use that. McAllister stated that if they partitioned 400 sq ft, reserving the 80 sq ft, they could use the house. Mrs. Sempel stated that she would no longer need the temr porary mobile home permit. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to refund the $10.00 application fee the a temporary mobile home permit to Safeway House Movers. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Amended Special Use Permit for Safeway House Movers to amend their original site plan and to allow a Minor Subdivision as indicated on the Certificate of Survey of Don C. Holt, indicated by Parcel A. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.2 Ron Istvanovich - Discussion on Burning Permits The Fire Chief was present, along with a representative from the DNR, to discuss ways to allow for the city to issue its own burning permits. The applications sent to PCA take too long to be returned to make the program successful. DNR is more restrictive than PCA, and the city was requested to comply with their requirements. Minnesota State Statute 88.02 through 88.22 was referenced. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Vail seconded, that a letter be signed by the Mayor, addressed to Minnesota PCA, requesting that Ron Istvanovich, Joe McMahon, and Glen Reimer, be designated as Fire Marshalls with permit authority. All aye. Motion Carried. April 4, 1983 28 5.3 Daniel Ford - Site Plan Approval Mr. Ford, 12424 Goodview Avenue, is requesting authorization to construct a 30 x 48 pole building for his personal use. His site plan meets the requirements for site plan approval. MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Site Plan for Daniel Ford, 12424 Goodview Avenue, for the construction of a 30 x 48 pole building for his personal use. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.4 Steve Marier - Reserve City Ballfield Mr. Marier was present to request permission to reserve the city's ballfield for a softball tournament on April 30 and May 1. There would be no beer sold, and they anticipate 16 teams, maximum of 20. McAllister stated that they would need a uniformed, full-time, licensed police officer at the tournament, and a $150.00 deposit submitted to insure the grounds are cleaned after the tournament. Vail, Schwab, and Peltier did not feel a police officer would be required since no liquor would be sold. MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, that the City of Hugo authorizes Ricci Saloon's softball team to use the softball fields on April 30, 1983 and May 1, 1983 for a softball tournament, provided they furnish the city with a $150.00 deposit to insure park maintenance. All aye. Motion Carried. 5.5 Patrick Erickson - Reserve City Ballfield Mr. Erickson was present to request permission to reserve the ballfield for practices prior to the start of the season; specifically, Tuesday nights from 5:00 PM to dusk. Councilman Vail stated that the city has not reserved the field for such purposes - first come first serve basis. 5.6 Bill Fahey - Discussion on Bonds for Project 8102 Mr. Fahey, Ehlers and Associates, was present, along with Lu Prachar, to discuss the bonds for Project 8102, which expire October 1 , 1984. The original bonds were issued late 1981, 10 year assessment. The bonds were to be looked at after 3 years for ower interest rates. Mr. Fahey stated that the city has several options availabe. We could issue new bonds, with the financial assistance of "Uncle Sam". These are called advance refunding bonds. Mr. Fahey stated that he would like to submit an advance proposal to determine the feasibility as this time. However, it was Mr. Fahey's opinion that the city should wait 9 months prior to expiration before considering reissuance. McAllister stated that a meeting will be scheduled for the 2nd meeting in January, 1984. 6.0 REPORTS OF OFFICERS & CONNII'1TEES 6.1 Ordinance Committee - Work is continuing on the new subdivision ordinance. 6.2 Planning Commission MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, to appoint Mr. George Atkinson to fill the unexpired term of George Knuteson, December 31 , 1984. All aye. Motion Carried. 29 April 4, 1983 6.3 Water Superintendent Mr. Burkard was present to discuss his displeasure with the recent decision of the Council to have city employees punch a timeclock. He also requested permission to attend water operator school on April 26 - 28, 1983. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Peltier seconded, authorizing the Water Superintendent to attend the Metro Water Operator School on April 26-28, 1983. All aye. Motion Carried. Councilman Vail will check on the replacement of walkway planks on Highway 61 and 145th Street. UTILITY DEPARTMENT PAY SCALE The water and sewer superintendents' pay will be changed from a monthly fee to an hourly basis, effective May 1, 1983. MOTION: McAllister made motion that effective May 1 , 1983, the water and sewer superintendent will be compensated $6.75/hour, and a daily log to be kept on the back of the time card as to the nature of the work performed. Motion failed for lack of a second. MOTION: Vail made motion that the water and sewer superintendent's salary be set at $8.50/hour. Motion failed for lack of a second. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Atkinson seconded, that effective May 1 , 1983, the water and sewer superintendent be paid an hourly rate of $6.50/hour, and a daily log be kept as to the nature of the work performed. VOTING FOR: McAllister, Atkinson VOTING AGAINST: Peltier, Schwab, Vail Motion Failed. MOTION: Schwab made motion, McAllister seconded, that effective May 1, 1983, the water and sewer superintendent be paid an hourly rate of $7.50/hour, and a daily entry shall be maintained as to the nature of the work performed. VOTING FOR: McAllister, Atkinson, Schwab VOTING AGAINST: Peltier, Vail Motion Carried. 6.4 Building Inspector Mr. Crever submitted his monthly report. Crever asked about the buildding Permits for Ester Weigel, and was informed that the Letter of Credit submitted does not meet with the approval of the City Attorney. We will keep him informed of its status. There was further discussion regarding the necessary permits for Safeway House Movers. Mrs. Sempel was given clarification of the requirements for Building Permits to make sure she understood the procedures. Crever will meet with the Sem- pels at the site to finalize a number of matters. Mrs. Seiel reconsidered her plans for watchman quarters and decided to keep her temporary mobile home permit in tact for the present. April 4, 1983 30 MOTION: McAllister made motion, Schwab seconded, to renew the temporary Mobile Home Permit for Safeway House Movers, .5885 165th Street North, under Chapter 40, Article III, Subdivision E, for a period of ninety days. All aye. Motion Carried. 6.5 Fire Chief Ron Istvanovich stated that the Hugo Fire Department has the opportunity to purchase 1966 Chevrolet pickup truck for $100 from the Stillwater FD. Insurance would cost approximately $250/year. The truck would be used as a crew carrier and for transpor- tation to mutual aid meetings. It was the general concensus of the Council that the city would not be interested in such a purchase. MOTION: McAllister made notion, Peltier seconded, that the Fire Chief be directed to convert the International tanker to a Newton type dump valve and install one of the butterfly valves from truck #5 to truck #7. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: McAllister made notion that the Fire Chief be directed to contract Capitol Electronics and see if they can come up with another radio that will meet our mutual aid contract provisions. McAllister withdrew his motion. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Schwab seconded, that the Fire Chief be directed to have #6 truck radio brought up to mutual aid contract standards. All aye. Motion Carried. Water Superintendent MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, that the Water Superintendent be directed to purchase a pressure valve for an approximate cost of $600.00. All aye. Motion Carried. RICHARD AMvIANN - SITE PLAN APPROVAL Mr. Ammann, 17903 Henna AVenue, would like to construct a 36 x 45 barn for his cattle. The site plan meets with the requirements. MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, to approve the Site Plan for Richard Anmann, 17903 Henna Avenue, for the construction of a 36 x 45 pole barn for his personal use only. All aye. Motion Carried. 6.6 Clerk The city will not participate in the Summer Youth Program this year for lack of su- pervisory personnel. The clerk will determine the penalty fee for withdrawing from our service contract for the copy machine and report at a later date. 31 April 4, 1983 MOTION: Vail made motion, Atkinson seconded, that the Mayor or acting Mayor be given authority to issue over-weight load permits. All aye. Motion Carried. 7.0 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS MOTION: Vail made motion, Schwab seconded, to adopt ORDINANCE 190, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE HUGO CITY CODE ENTITLED "ANIMALS AND ANIMAL CONTROL" BY AMENDING THE IMPOUNDMENT FEE REQUIREMENT. All aye. Motion Carried. NSP AGREEMENT MOTION: Vail made motion, Peltier seconded, that we send the settlement agreement proposal to NSP for their review. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Atkinson seconded, that the Park Commissioner be authorized to have the backstop repaired. All aye. Motion Carried. MOTION: McAllister made motion, Atkinson seconded, to adjourn at 11:00 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. /41r:_ Mary Creager, Clerk dz City a Hugo