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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978.03.06 CC Minutes MARCH 6„ 1978 MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL 67 The meeting was called to order by Mayor LaValle at 7:03 PM. PRESENT: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail ,3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve the minutes of February 21 , 1978, after the following charge is made: Page 3 (5.1 ) - the following is to be added to the motion: bond and permit is to be renewed on an annual basis. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the min- utes of February 22, 1978, as presented. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED 4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Vail, to approve the general claims of March 6, 1978, with the addition of the following: Item 21A (Charles Johnson) - $1377.50 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the utility claims of March 6, 1978, as presented. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.0 PETITIONS. REQUESTS. COMMUNICATIONS & LICENSES 5.1 Neil Peltier - Site Plan Approval Mr. Peltier is requesting approval to add a 40' x 60' addition to his pre- sent building. Mr. Peltier was present and submitted a site plan for the Council's review. Mr. Kuusisto stated that there should be no problem with the drainage at the location. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve the site plan as presented by Neil Peltier. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED MARCH 6, 1978 613 1► 5.2 Robert McCullough - Rezoning and Special Use Permit The rezoning request was considered first. Spitzer expressed concern about the number of driveways that could be used along Highway 61 . He stated that he would like to have some kind of tentative site plan submitted to review the control of access to Highway 61 . LaValle stated that the lots will have to be subdivided, and a plat would be involved. Mr. Johnson, City Attorney, stated that the only way the city can be assured of maintaining control is to take an access easement along the edge of the property. The rezoning request is to have land zoned RB rather than AG. MOTION: Vail made motion, seconded by LaValle, to amend the Zoning Ordinance to rezone the MCCullough property from Agriculture to Retail Business (see attached legal descriptions) . VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED Because the land is now zoned RB, Mr. McCullough will not need a Special Use Permit, but rather a Site Plan Approval. Mr. Kuusisto reviewed the Site Plan with Mr. McCullough, and decided that the Council should look at a marginal street along the Highway 61 right-of-way. The plan shows a 100' setback now, so a 50' easement would leave 50' (40' requirement) . Mr. McCullough was informed that if he does not choose to move his building back, he will not have room for a sign. MOTION: Spitzer rade motion, seconded by Vail, to approve the Site Plan of Robert McCullough contigent of granting of a 50' easement along the front of the property for the purpose of a road way to the city. As a condition, Mr. McCullough will agree to share in the cost of construction of the frontage road when it is built. Spitzer withdrew his motion. The fact that Mr. McCullough was going to have a holding tank on his property was discussed. The city, as a rule, is not in favor of holding tanks. However, LaValle did not think that sewer was too far away from that area. Mr. Kuusisto suggested that McCullogh install a 1500 gallon tank. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the Site Plan of Robert McCullough, subject to the following conditions, which must be fulfilled immediately: 1 . A 50' right-of-way on the west side of the property, immediately adjacent to Highway 61 , be given to the city. 2. Mr. McCullough must agree to share in the cost of the construction of the frontage road when it is built. 3. Mr. McCullough must file with the city, and keep current, a contract for the pumping of his sewer holding tank (capacity of at least 1500 gallons) . 4. Mr. McCullough shall obtain a bond in the amount of $1 ,000.00, favor of the city, to insure his entering a contract to have his sewer holding tank pumped. Con- tract to be kept current. MARCH 6, 1978 7' 1 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED The clerk stated that she would be unable to sign the deed until Mr. McCullough had his piece of property subdivided. It was determined that Mr. McCullough will have to apply for a Minor Subdivision before the City Clerk can sign his deed. Mr. LeRoy McCullough was told to get some kind of total subdivision for the rest to help alleviate this kind of problem again. MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the Minor Subdivision of Robert McCullough (legal description attached) . VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.3 Grant Township Agreement Mr. Johnson presented the Council with a draft of the agreement for dis- cussion purposes. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to submit the pro- posed maintenance agreement to Grant Township for their review and comment. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail. MOTION CARRIED 6.0 REPORTS OF OFFICERS & COMMITTEES 6.1 Ordinance Committee - No report. 6.2 Planning Commission - No report. 6.3 Water Superintendent - No: report. 6.4 Building Inspector Mr. Crever did not have a report to submit because of no construction in Hugo. He has had inquiries about possible changes at the Peloquin Industrial Park. The people will have to complete the necessary forms and appear before the Planning Commission. 6.5 Fire Chief - No report. 6.7 Attorney, Mr. Johnson presented his monthly report. He has spoken to NSP'S attorney regarding the property of Joseph Stanek. He has asked Mr. Johnson to put in writing what the city is concerned about. 6.6 Police Chief Chief Barth presented reports for the past two months. He also included a recommendation to the City Council requesting authority to allow Reserve Officer Bill Roen to carry a firearm. Mr. Barth feels the Roen is now qualified. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to allow Reserve Officer Bill Roen to carry a gun during his Reserve Officer duties. MARCH 6.1978 7 3 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.8 Engineer Mr. Kuusisto submitted his monthly report, along with a letter indicating the breakdown of costs relating to Watermain Improvement 148th Street Loop Closure. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City of Hugo set an assessment hearing for April 3, 1978, at 7:30 PM, Hugo City Hall, for the proposed assessment on Watermain Improvement 148th Street Loop Closure. Cost of the project is $10,308.56 - proposed assessment $9.00/ft. 6.9 Clerk The City Clerk stated that Mr. Larry Evans has agreed to meeting with the City Council on March 21 , 1978, at 5:50 PM. LaValle stated that he would like to see something in writing so they know just what they are going to be negotiating. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City of Hugo set an assessment hearing for April 3, 1978, at 5:30 PM Hugo City Hall, Siiith .Larry Evans to further discuss the labor contract. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED This will be the last year Ed Leroux will be carrying out his assessor's duties. He has someone in mind to take over the position. There have been other interested parties for the position. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by LaValle, that the City Clerk be instructed to publish in the legal newspaper that the city is interested in taking applications for tax assessor for the city. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfe]d , and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.10 Road Committe - No report. 7.0 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS The State of Minnesota has agreed to include resurfacing the portion of city streets located between Trunk Highway 61 and the railroad tracks on Project S.P. 8206-19 at an estimated cost to the city of $2,000.00. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to adopt RESOLUTION 1978-24 A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATION TO PARTICIPATE WITH THE STATE OF MINNESOTA IN THE RESURFACING OF HIGHWAY 61 . VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED MARCH 6, 1978 L� 8.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9.0 NEW BUSINESS Mayor LaValle received an application from Cyril LaCasse for an irrigation well. He owns 80 acres. The Department of Natural Resources has final approval MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by LaValle, to approve the irrigation permit for Mr. Cyril LaCasse. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED 10.0 MISCELLANEOUS MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to set a Special Meeting of the Hugo Citi Counsil for March 10, 1978, at 5:30 PM, to discuss the abolishing of the rural tax district. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED Councilman Schletty discussed the easement along 130th Street with Mr. Clifton Axelson. Mr. Axelson was concerned with who was going to pay for the con- struction of the road, and wanted the road to run even along the section line. Mr. Schletty felt Mr. Axelson would sign if he had some kind of assurance in writing that he would not have to bear the cost of construc- tion of the road. Mr. Shubat and Mr. Schuneman will provide a letter for this purpose. The Fire Department has received notice of MRFAA's Annual Emergency Care Workshop at North Memorial Medical Center. The Fire Department is asking permission to send 3 men to the workshop at the city's expense. MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to give authoriza- tion to the Fire Chief to send three (3) men to MRFAA's Emergency Care Workshop at a cost of $75.00. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to adjourn at 10:45 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. Carol A. Williams, Clerk City of Hugo