HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978.01.16 CC Minutes JANUARY 16, 1978 MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL At)
The meeting was called to order by Mayor LaValle at 7:09 PM.
PRESENT: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
ABSENT: Schletty
3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Vail, to approve the
minutes of January 3, 1978, after the following changes
are made:
Page 1 (changes in minutes of December 19, 1977 - the
City of Hugo will not pay any settlement to Rice Creek
Page 2 (Schmidty's Condition #1 ) - Curb or fencing
shall be required to be installed in such a manner to
prevent access or egress to the back area other than
via the designated entrance
Page 2 (Schmidty's Condition #3) - Blacktopping of said
parking
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the
general claims of January 16, 1978, as presented.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
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MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Vail, to approve the
utility claims of January 16, 1978, as presented.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
5.0 PETITIONS. REQUESTS. COMMUNICATIONS & LICENSES
5.1 Raymond Olson - Mobile Home Renewal
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to renew the
Mobile Home Permit for Raymond Olson, 7800 132nd Street
North, under Chapter 40, Article III, for a period of
90 days.
LaValle stated that the ordinance reads that a valid Building Permit
has to be obtained before the issuance of a Mobile Home Permit. He
felt the permit was issued in violation of the ordinance. Mr. Olson
is to be informed via letter that he is to obtain a Building Permit
for his home before the Mobile Home Permit will be renewed again.
JANUARY 16, 1978
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to amend the
motion to move for a period of 30 days. Permit not to
be further renewed unless a Building Permit is granted.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfead, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
5.2 Joe Zasoel - Mobile Home Renewal
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by LaValle, to renew the
Mobile Home Permit for Joe Zaspel, 17205 Forest Blvd.,
under Chapter 40, Article III, Subdivision D, for a
period of 90 days.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
5...3 James Johnson - Mobile Home Renewal
Mrs. Johnson presented the Council with a letter from Dr. Sommerdorf
stating Mr. Johnson's inability to do any heavy work or to drive a
heavy truck. LaValle questioned the fact as to whether the existing
use of the land actually is being used as a farming operation. Mrs;
Johnson stated that they are having trouble dealing with the land
owner in obtaining legal title to their acreage. The matter is now
in the hands of their attorney to try and resolve the problem. Mayor
LaValle stated that his problem is with the Mobile Home Permit. He
feels that the permit has stretched the rules and regulations beyond
what it was intended for. LaValle stated that he will investigate
the matter prior to the next renewal.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by LaValle, to renew the
Mobile Home Permit for James Johnson, 7194 132nd
Street North, under Chapter 40, Article III, Sub-
division D, for a period of 90 days, but terminal
renewal under outstanding permit.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, and Vail
VOTING AGAINST: Irsfeld
MOTION CARRIED
1,4 Robert McCullough - Rezoning
The City Clerk checked with Dan Koehler in regard to proof of ownership
regarding this rezoning. Mr. Koehler checked with the County Recorder,
and they stated that there has been no change in title since 1975. A
letter stating this will follow. The clerk also stated that one parcel
of land had already been registered at the county. Mr. Johnson, City
Attorney, suggested that the city should get some sort of more complete
proof of ownership other then checking with county records. He would
not recommend going ahead with the rezoning at this time.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the McCullough
rezoning request be tabled, and that the applicant be
notified that no further action will be taken on the matter
until adequate proof of ownership can be provided to the
city's engineer and attorney.
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VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
5.5 Schmidtv's. Inc. - Off Sale Non-Intoxicating Liquor License
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by LaValle, to approve the
Off Sale Non-Intoxicating Liquor License for Schmidty's
Inc., contigent on the issuance of their On Sale Liquor
License.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
5.6 American Legion Post 620 - On Sale. Cigarette. and Soft Drink Licenses
MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Vail, that the following
licenses be granted to the American Legion Post 620,
5736 147th Street: On Sale Intoxicating Liquor, Cigarette,
and Soft Drink in the amount of $117.00.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
6.0 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS - No discussion
7.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7.1 Set hearing date for abolishing rural taxing district
LaValle and Spitzer felt that a public hearing was in order to let the
city's residents know how their tax dollar is being spent.
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Vail, that a public
hearing be set for March 13, 7:00 PM, at the Hugo
Elementary School. City Clerk is to insure proper
publication of the hearing in the legal newspaper.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to set a
Special Meeting of the Hugo City Council for February
1 , 1978, at 7:00 PM, for the purpose of discussion of
taxing district data.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
7.2 Call for audit
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to audit the
city's books on January 24, 1978, at 7:00 PM.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
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7.3 Tom Crever - Year End Report
Mr. Tom Crever presented the City Council with his year end report. Mr.
Crever stated that farm houses are now covered by all inspections. Mr.
Johnson will check our ordinances to see if a change is needed. Crever
stated that 20% of the homes are still under construction. Mr. Crever
also made known that Mr. Richard Vail started construction of a home
without a Building Permit. The foundation is approximately 75% complete.
Mr. Crever thought there might be a setback problem. LaValle said there
were severe limitations on the land in regard to the septic system. The
house being built is located on Lot 4 of Mr. Vail's proposed Evergreen
4. Mr. Vail has not submitted any plans on where he intends to locate
the drain field. Spitzer stated that without further soil tests the
city can tell Vail where to put his drain field. If that location is not
acceptable with him, additional soil tests will have to be done. LaValle
asked Howard Kuusisto if it would be unreasonable to require new soil
information, and Euusisto replied that the better septic sites were
remotely located from the building site. He did not feel it would be out of
line to ask for more information. Mr. James Brevig was present and
voiced concern that Mr. Vail might try to build more houses on the 5
acres, and the fact that he started construction without a Building
Permit. LaValle stated that he was unaware that construction had been
started, and that Mr. Vail has been instructed to stop work. Tom Crever
said that he had spoken to Mr. Richard Vail, and that he stated that the
land was registered on July 14, 1952, document #20406. The City Clerk
was asked to verify this statement with Washington County.
8.1 Workman's Compensation Insurance - Renewal
The City Clerk stated that the city has been automatically classified
in the high risk bracket. The city's insurance rates are frozen, but
we cannot choose the insurance company that will cover the city. The
City Clerk was instructed to notify Mr. Paul Curtis, Beulke Agency, to
be present at the next City Council meeting to discuss this matter.
9.0 CLERK
The Clerk received a letter from Bob Hamilton, Rice Creek, stating his
desire to meet regarding the fee settlement for the Horseshoe Lake
Project. LaValle, Johnson, and Kuusisto will meet at their office in Arden
Hills on January 26, 1978, at 8:30 PM.
The Clerk received a call from Mr. Larry Evans, the union negotiator
stating his desire to meet with the Council regarding the union con-
tract. The Council will be meeting January 18, 1978 regarding the matter,
and LaValle will contact Mr. Evans to explain the delay.
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to grant the
request of Mr. George Koland to take his vaction from
January 30, 1978 to February 3, 1978.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
Mr. Robert Barth, Police Chief, submitted a letter requesting vacation
time from February 6, 1978 until February 17, 1978. He stated that a tenta-
tive schedule has been arranged, and there is no conflict in the depart-
ment.
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MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to grant the
request of Mr. Robert Barth, Police Chief, to take his
vacation from February 6, 1978 through February 17, 1978.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
Mr. Robert Nethercut, Metro Council, contacted the City Clerk regarding
the status of the Open Space matter. Mr. LaValle will contact Lino
Lakes to try and set up a meeting date.
Mr. George Koland, Maintenance Supervisor, requested permission to paint
City Hall during the winter months. The Council granted the request.
A letter was received from Mr. Don Kloppinhower requesting a light be
installed on the utility pole in front of 14188 Fondant. The letter
was also signed by other neighbors.
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, that the matter
be submitted to Howard Schletty. Mr. Schletty to make a
report to the City Council.
VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
10.0 MISCELLANEOUS
Mayor LaValle discussed the matter of a rezoning request now before the
Planning Commission. Mrs. Shirley Nelson is requesting a rezoning from
Agriculture to CB on property located southeast of the railroad tracks
in Withrow. In checking with previous members of the City Council and
Planning Commission with the zoning ordinance was passed, it was determined
that there was an oversight made on the zoning map. It was intended that
that property be zoned RB. The applicant is asking for a CB rezoning, so
the Planning Commission is to proceed as is.
James Brevis — Earthen dam
Mayor LaValle instructed Mr. Johnson to investigate the pending legal
status of Mr. Brevig's suit against Mr. Richard Vail.
Mayor LaValle stated that he would like to investigate the possibility of
obtaining gas in bulk for the squad car's use. The city has a 300 gallon
overhead tank to use temporarily until the 1000 gallon underground tank
can be removen. Chief Barth was instructed to research thetowest price
for bulk gas. Barth and George Koland are to find an approprite site for
the tank to be located on city property. The installation of these tanks
is to comply with the code of the State Fire Marshall.
Mr. Johnson stated that he has received the compromise changes in language
relating to the Metro Council's systems statement. However, it does not
address itself to Open Space and reserve capacity. Mr. Johnson will be
meeting with Mr. Jack Frost and Mr. Tony Gnerre, Metro Waste Control
Commission, on January 19, 1978, at 10:30 AM, to go over the situation
on reserve capacity payments and SAC charges.
Councilman Irsfeld has checked with several audit firms for cost estimates
to audit the city's books. The cost will range from $2900 to $3400 for the
audit. The firms are looking for this to be done some time in April or
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10.0 MISCELLANEOUS cont. G )
May, after the delinquent tax notices are received. LaValle suggested
they come to City Hall to get a firm estimate, and exactly what they
will do for the price.
MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to set a Special
Meeting of the City Council for January 24, 1978, at 5:30
PM, to go over the preliminary design of the proposed Bald
Eagle Lake sewer system.
VOTING PM : LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld, and Vail.
MOTION CARRIED
MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to adjourn at 10:07
PM.
All aye. Motion carried.
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Carol A. Williams, City Clerk
City of Hugo