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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979.02.05 CC Minutes Minutes of the Proceedings of the Hugo City Council FEBRUARY 5, 197917 The meeting was called to order by Mayor LaValle at 7:02 PM. PRESENT: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld, and Vail 3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Vail made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve the minutes of January 16, 1979, after the following change is made : Page 2 (5.2) Motion should read - The City Clerk is to contact Mr. Hunt stating that the outside permit must be applied for by Mr. DaBruzzi for David Hunt. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of January 12, 1979. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Vail, to approve the General Claims of February 5, 1979, as presented. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the Utility Claims of February 5, 1979, as presented. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, that the City of Hugo establish the casual labor rate at $4.00/hour. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve the claim of $34.00 for Francis Langer. MOTION WITHDRAWN MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to authorize payment for schooling for Francis Langer in the amount of $34.00. 18 FEBRUARY 5, 1979 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.0 PETITIONS. REQUESTS. COMMUNICATIONS & LICENSES 5.1 James Brevis - Special Use Permit Will be discussed later in the meeting. 5.2 James Leroux - Mobile Home Permit Renewal MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to renew the Mobile Home Permit for James Leroux, 4360 t65th Street North, under Chapter 40, Article III, Subdivision D, for a period of ninety days. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.3 A & W Root Beer - Cigarette and Soft Drink License MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to grant a Cigarette and Soft Drink License to JAYSON KNOPH, A & W ROOT BEER, 14869 Forest Boulevard, Hugo, Minnesota, in the amount of ?17.00. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.4 Shepherd of the Fields Church - Letter of Credit MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to release the Letter of Credit for Shepherd of the Fields Church. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.5 Mardon Homes - Subdivision The Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plan for Mardon Homes subject to an acceptable perc test for Lot 3, Block 1 . Mr. Tramm was present, and stated that the perc test has not been taken because of the weather. LaValle stated that approval cannot . be given without the perc test. Howard Kuusisto stated that drainage easements will have to be obtained and included on the hardshell. MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to table the request of Mardon Homes for Subdivison until soil and perc tests are in on Lot 3, Block 1 . The Planning Commission is to determine the parkland designation, and drainage easements to be furnished to Howard Kuusisto. FEBRUARY 5, 1979 19 Mardon Homes - cont. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.6 Howard Moe - Minor or Major Subdivision Mr. Moe had previously attended a Planning Commission meeting request- ing a devision of his land into 5 parcels resulting in a Major Sub- division. At the Council meeting, Mr. Moe presented an alternate plan dividing the land into 4 parcels, which would still require a Major Subdivision. Mr. Moe wanted to obtain a Minor Subdivision. LaValle felt that a Major Subdivision would be appropriate, because improve- ments are available to the land, a condition would be required to obtain a drainage easement, and because other property involved, would be looking at a total picture. LaValle also stated that because there are existing streets on both sides of the property, the land would have to be surveyed at not much more expense, and would eliminate a lot of problems in the future. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the Planning Commission be advised that the City Council recommends that the Howard Moe property is subject to regular subdivision procedures. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.7 Dan Spitzer - Personnel Policy Will be discussed later in the meeting. 6.0 REPORTS OF OFFICERS & COMMITTEES 6.1 Ordinance Committee Members of the Ordinance Committee were present, requesting clarifi- cation on the Council's request for review of the Sign Ordinance. They questioned whether a larger sign could be erected in the larger zoning districts (32 sq ft as opposed to 12 sq ft as now required) . LaValle felt it would be less complicated to keep the zoning require- ments unison. Spitzer stated that the Council is only concerned with temporary signs, and at this time, there is no provision to allow a larger sign where proper safety can be maintained. He suggested they look at 1 ) setback requirements, 2) inability to authorize a temporary sign more than 12 sq ft, and 3) maximum temporary signs on any parcel. 6.3 Water Superintendent Mr. Burkard was present and stated that McCarthy Well had inspected the city' s well and everything was in good condition. He stated that the city clears $178.00 per month for water bills. LaValle stated that there is a need for an adjustment on the water rates, and will work with Mr. Burkard and Howard Kuusisto on some type of proposal for the City Council's meeting of April 2, 1979. 20 FEBRUARY 5, 1979 6.2 Planning Commission Larry Ehret, Planning Commission chairman, was present, and acknow- ledged receipt of a letter from Dan Koehler. The Planning Commission will review their procedures at the meeting of February 14, 1979. Mr. Ehret verbally submitted his resignation as chairmen effective Aprill , 1979. He stated that he would reconfirm statement in writing. 6.4 Building Inspector Mr. Crever submitted his monthly report. He stated that he has con- tacted the State Fire Marshall, and they concur. that a third fire door is required at Schmidty's 61 Club. This requirement was part of their Building Permit, and they had promised not to open the back room until this door was installed. MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to incor- porate the Building Inspector's report into a letter and send to Schmidty's 61 Club. Attorney Johnson stated that Schmidty's could be required to decrease their capacity to 300 people until the door is installed. MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to amend the previous motion to include Schmidty' s have until March 9, 1979, to have the firedoor installed or their letter of credit will be called. Until the firedoor is in- stalled, Schmidty's is to maintain a capacity not to exceed 300 people. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.5 Fire Chief Hugo's Fire Chief, Ron Istvanovich, stated that they could purchase 10 Motorola Alert Monitors from Mahtomedi. MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to authorize the Fire Chief to convert 10 Motorola pagers to the Fire Department' s frequency at a cost of $500.00. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.6 Police Chief Mr. Barth submitted his monthly report. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the city accept the Police Chief's recommendation to approve the advancement of the people named to the status in- dicated. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail FEBRUARY 5, 1979 21 MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, authorizing the police Chief to purchase a radar at a price not to exceed $516.00 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED Safety Signs on Oneka Lake Blvd and 157th Street Police Chief Barth investigated the request for safety signs on the above mentioned streets, and felt that there was a need for a warn— ing sign indicating the curve in the road and a suggested speed reduction to approximately 35 mph. He also felt that a Slow Children Sign would be in order. NOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that Council— man Schletty be directed to obtain the safety signs for Oneka Lake Boulevard and 157th Street, and have same installed. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.7 Attorney Mr. Johnson submitted his monthly report. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Attorney be directed to send the draft of the re— lease agreement regarding the Horseshoe Lake matter to Rice Creek Watershed. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED Mr. Johnson will forward a letter to Richard Hiniker regarding the status of the Stewart Bogart property. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Schletty, that the City Attorney proceed with the City of Hugo as a party to the condemnation in the matter of NSP's proposed right—of-way. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to set a Special Meeting of the City Council, in conjunction with the Planning Commission, Ordinance Committee, and Dan Koehler, for March 7, 1979, at 7:00 PIS , for the purpose of review of the proposed Subdivision Ordinance. 22 FEBRUARY 5, 1979 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED Rehbein Deed Approval Attorney Johnson stated that the Rehbein's are requesting to sell two houses with 5 acres of land each. The land lies in the Con- servancy and Agricultural zoning districts. Mr. Wilcox, attorney for Rehbein's, stated that the houses have been rented since 1969, and would not change the use of the land when sold. LaValle stated that the property in question has, in fact, not been a separate survey until just recently. The land has not been divided. In order to divide the property, the Zoning Ordinance must be complied with. The Rehbtns could sell the house in the Agriculture zone with 10 acres, and make application for a rezoning for the other house from Conservancy to Agriculture. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Clerk is to approve no deeds that are in conflict with the Zoning Ordinance and existing zoning. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.8 Engineer Kuusisto will be submitting his monthly report via mail. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to extend the meeting past 11 :00 P.M. All aye. Motion Carried. 6.9 Clerk The clerk stated that the city has received complaints regarding the snow covered sidewalks in town. Mr. Johnson will check on previously established regulations. The Clerk stated that Vern Peloquin had questioned the procedure for establishing parkland fees. It was determined that the city should accept 10% of the market value of the land or $50.00 per lot, whichever is greater. 5.1 James Brevig - Special Use Permit Mr. Brevig was present and stated that he has been unable to obtain a letter of credit to cover his Special Use Permit. LaValle stated that the permit requires a bond, and not a letter of credit, and that Mr. Brevig does not have a permit because all the conditions required have not been met. Mr. Brevig would have to make applica- tion for an Amended Special Use Permit if he desires to change the use of the proposed building. Mr. Johnson stated that in the future, a time limit should be attached to permits to make sute. all condit- ions are met. FEBRUARY 5, 1979 23 7.0 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS MOTION: Spitzer made motion,, seconded by Vail, to adopt RESOLUTION 1979-4'2, A RESOLUTION IN PARTICIPA n:0:L1 OF MINNESOTA CITIES WEEK. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 11 .0 MISCELLANEOUS MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Clerk be directed to forward copies of the minutes of the Planning Commission and City Council to Mrs. Connie Levi. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to adjourn at 11 :54 P.M. All aye. Motion Carried. , '. j/r1 Carol A. Williams, Clerk/Treasurer City of Hugo