HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977.08.01 CC Minutes 6 2GUST 1, 1977 MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL
The meeting was called to order at 7:08 PM by Mayor LaValle.
PRESENT: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION: Vail made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the minutes
of July 18, 1977, after the following change is aide:
Page 3 (5.6) - should read, wishes to add on to his present residence
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the general
claims of August 1, 1977, after deleting Items 16, and 21, for a
total of $6,029.74.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve the utility
claims of August 1, 1977 as presented.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
5.0 PETITIONS. REQUESTS. COMMUNICATIONS & LICENSES
5.1 Reschedule of Public Hearing for Mobile Home Permit — Hollihan
At this point in time, Thomas Hollihan is not sure exactly what his plans are.
Hold off on scheduling of public hearing until all necessary information is on file.
5.2 Joe Zasuel — Mobile Home Permit Renewal
City Hall was unable to contact Mr. Zaspel to find out about payment of $10.00 for
the renewal. Gene Peltier will pay the $10.00 so that the matter can be dealt with at
the next City Council meeting.
5.3 Francis Wollan — Farm Site Plan
Mr. Wollan lives on the corner of Inwood and 175th Street, and wants approval to build
a machine shed on his property. Council would like details on the building.
VOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by LaValle, to approve Francis Wollan's
Farm Site Plan as presented.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
5.4 Cyril LaCasse — Variance
Mr. LaCasse owns approximately 37 acres zoned Conservancy, and would like to have
a variance to divide into two 18 acre lots. The Planning Commission recommended approval
as provided with proof of two buildable lot sites as requested.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the petition
of Cyril LaCasse to divide into two 18 acre lots. Does meet the
essence of the zoning ordinance.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
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5.9 Wayne Biorum — Subdivision
The City Council approved the land division of Wayne Bjorum on October 1, 1973.
Everything appears in order to sell Parcel "D". The clerk has approval to sign
the transfer of the deed.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Vail, to table the Bjorum request
for lack of relevance.
VOTING FOR: Spitzer, Irsfeld,and Vail
VOTING AGAINST: LaValle
ABSTAINED: Schletty
MOTION CARRIED
The Public Hearing to consider the request for waterline extension on 147th Street
was opened at 7:28 PM. Mayor LaValle read the notice as published. Engineer Kuusisto
supplied a map of the area to be considered. Part of the affected area will be assessed to
the property owner, avid part of the money will come from the city's water fund.
Kuusisto broke down the payment as follows:
$9.00/foot (739 ft) Property owners $6651.00 City $5849.00
10.00/foot Property owners $7390.00 City 5110.00
Adjoining property owmers, Mrs. Ashby and Howard Moe, were present stating their
objection to the extension. Both parties felt that they would not benefit from the
extension, although LaValle stated the improvement would increase the value of their
property. LaValle also stated that work would be done along side of the road, and not
on private property. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:55 PM.
The regular City Council meeting was called back to order at 7:56 PM.
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, that the City Engineer
advertise for bids on Project 1977-2, for waterline extension on 147th
Street. Bids to be heard on September,6, 1977 at 7:30 PM.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
6.0 REPORTS OF OFFICERS & COMMITTEES
6.1 Ordinance Committee
The Ordinance Committee presented two preliminary drafts of possible ordinances to
Mr. Johnson for his review.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, that the ordinance pertaining
to evacuation of liquor establishments be forwarded to the City
Attorney for incorporation into city code.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
6 MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Vail, that the ordinance pertaining
to unreasonable acceleration of motorized vehicles be forwarded to
the City Attorney for incorporation into city code.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to adopt Ordinance 144,
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 40 OF THE HUGO CITY CODE ENTITLED
"BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION" MODIFYING CERTAIN PERMIT FEES.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
6.2 Planning Commission
The Commission Made a recommendation to the City Council that if after two presentations
requested information is not provided, the applicant be denied further action for a *yiu—
imum of one year. Mr. Johnson stated that this request would be difficult to follow
considering there are so many things to consider in a subidivision and zoning request.
If the information requested is not provided in other instauoes the Commission can
recommend denial to the City Council. It was felt the Planning Commission has the
necessary guidelines to handle the problem.
6.3 Water Superintendent
Mr. Burkard was present at the meeting informing the Council what activities the
water department has been involved in.
6.4 Building Inspector
Tom Crever presented his written report.
6.5 Fire Chief
Jim Olsen was present inquiring as to the status of the new fire maps. Howard Kuusisto
stated he had them ready at the meeting. Mr. Olsen also requested permission to send
a volunteer to regional school, and permission.. to purchase much needed first aid
supplies.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the city direct the
engineer to have one set of cronoflex copy of fire map made, and
send cronoflex copy to City Hall, while retaining the orginal for
his files.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Schletty, to authorize the Fire
Chief to purchase the necessary first aid supplies in an amount
not to exceed $375.00.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
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MOTION: Vail made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to authorize the Fire Chief
to send Leonard Charpentier to school. Registration fee of $10.00
to be billed to the city.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
6.6 Police Chief
Chief Barth submitted his written report. Report stated that there is a need for a
new squad car. Present car has recorded mileage at 85,000.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Vail, that the Police Chief be
directed to solicit bids on a new squad car. Opening bid night
will be September 6, 1977 at 8:00 PM. Request for bids must
include the option of trading the old car in.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, that the Police Chief be
directed to solicit bids for necessary emergency equipment for new
squad car including installation of equipment with option of trade in
for present safety equipment. Bids to be considered September 6, 1977.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
6.7 Attorney
Mr. Johnson has been in contact with Bob Briggs in regards to the Beisang Road and
the joint maintenance agreement to signed with Grant Township. LaValle stated that
Grant Township has stated they will assume entire maintenance of that road. Johnson
inquired if that was the only road to be included in the agreement. LaValle responded
yes, but that does not give them ownership of the road, and any improvements would
have to go through the city of Hugo. Howard Kuusisto was asked to look at Grant's
specifications. Spitzer suggested that it be noted that our regulations are more
stringent than theirs.
Mr. Johnson will obtain a copy of the court's opinion regarding the White Bear Rod
and Gun Club. He will supply City Hall with a copy.
An appeal will have to be filed regarding the Metropolitan Land Planning matter.
The appeal will be accomplished by City Council resolution. The city has 60 days
from June 29th to file this resolution, to be submitted to the State Hearing Officer.
LaValle and Irsfeld will meet with Mr. Johnson on August 9th to try and resolve the
items wanted changed.
668 Engineer
Mr. Kuusisto presented a preliminary draft on the Bald Eagle sewer study.
The hearing regarding Horseshoe Lake has been set for September 7, 1977 at 7:30 PM.
Mr. Johnson stated that the city will conduct the hearing, and Rice Creek will have
certain people present for their testimony. Mr. Johnson will be in contact with their
attorney. The city has received a letter from Richard Busse's attorney regarding the
proposed extension of Ingersoll Avenue through the Busse's property. The letter stated
that Busse is willing to cooperate with the city provided an agreement can be reached
with respect to approval of a proposed subdivision of the Busse property into building
sites containing 3/4 to 1 acre. The land presently is zoned RRII (5acres). Howard
Schletty has spoken to Busse and stated that he advised Mr. Busse to come before the
Council and state exactly what he wants. Mr. Johnson was directed to respond to the
letter from Busse's attorney.
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve Northwestern Bell's
Project #5411, for underground installation of telephone cable on 126th
Street and Europa Avenue.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Vail, to approve Northwestern Bell
Project #49375, for underground installation of telephone cable on
Oneka Lake Blvd.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
6.9 Clerk
No discussion.
Recessed 9:35 PM Reconvened 9:50 PM
Howard Kuusisto will be meeting with Planning Commission member, Mike Gillen, on
Wednesday, August 3, 1977, to try and resolve the problem on Lots 1,2, and 3 for
Grace Development's subdivision. There are varying opinions as to whether Lot 1
could in fact maintain a private septic system. More information is needed for Lots
2 and 3. Mr. Kuusisto has been requested to attend the Planning Commission meeting
of August 10th.
6.10 Road Committee
Mr. Schletty recommended to the City Council that the city make a counter proposal
to Barton Contracting to take the gravel pile and pay for it in 1978, 1979, and 1980
and instead of removing the pile in the Fall of 1979, remove it in the Fall of 1980.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Council
direct Howard Schletty to refer his alternate proposal to Barton
Contracting.
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VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Council
direct Howard Schletty to direct the maintenance supervisor to
file weekly written reports to him to facilitate him reporting
to the City Council. Such reports to include a summary of the activities
of the entire maintenance force for the week, and to list those trips
for which mileage and expenses are claimed from the city.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
The city has received a proposal from Tag Asphalt Company to complete work on Linda
Houle's driveway (18 x 30 plus turns, 4" buildup and 2" mat).
MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Spitzer, that we accept the pro—
posal bid from Tag Asphalt for Linda Houle's driveway, as per agree—
ment made when we improved Elmcrest Avenue, in the amount of $375.00.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by LaValle, to adjourn the meeting
at 10:40 PM.
All aye. Motion carried.
Mary Amt Creager, Deputy Clerk
City of Hugo