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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979.04.02 CC Minutes Minutes of the Proceedings of the Hugo City Council Meeting 37 of APRIL 2, 1979 The meeting was called to order by Mayor LaValle at 7:02 PM. PRESENT: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail 3.0 APPROVAL OF MI1UTES MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to approve the minutes of March 19, 1979, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld a?:c MOTION CARRIED 4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the General Claims of April 2, 1979, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the Utility Claims of April 2, 1979, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.0 PETITIONS, REQUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS AND LICENSES. ' ,5.1 Joe Niemczvk - Renewal of Mobile Home Permit MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that Mr. Joe Niemczyk' s Mobile Home Permit at 7666 170th Street N. , be extended for 90 days, inder Chapter 40, Article III, Subdivision D. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED .2 Richard Genrich - Special Use Permit Genrich and Zimmerman were present, and submitted a plan showing a driveway off of 130th Street to the property. i'ir. Zimmerman stated that part of the operation would be on the outside of the building (sawing of wood with circular or chain saw) . The closest neighbor is 800' from the property. There was some concern expressed about the possible noise problem. Zimmerman said that the driveway would utilize a product of Philips Petroleum, where a plastic liner would be used, and the base would be laid on top of that. Mr. Zimmerman was instructed to provide the city with a more detailed description, and a written statement of the exact use, and how the business is going to be run, so that the Council may implement these in conjunction with conditions for the permit. 3E3 APRIL 2, 1979 MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to table the request until April 16, 1979, when more information will be made available. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED UTILITY AND LAVATORY STRUCTURE PROJECT 7905 (7:30PM) Prior to the opening of the submitted bids, Mike McAllister pre- sented the City Council with personal checks from Hugo residents to cover possible cost overruns. Spitzer felt that the Lions Club or a third party shou]d be responsible for the money. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City of Hugo accept the funds from Mike McAllister for possible cost overrun in the city's proposed improvement, Project 7905. The City Clerk is directed to deposit the money in the Passbook Savings Account. All money not used will be returned prorated. The following is a list of contributors and the amount: John Kostuch - $25.00 Richard Ferraro - 310.00 Marvin LaValle - 350.00 William Barrett - 325.00 Gerald Oestreich - 325.00 Paul's Pizza - 325.00 J. Michael McAllister - 3100.00 Nadeau's Market - 3100.00 First State Bank of Hugo - 3100.00 Granger's Body` Shop - ?100.00 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail VOTING AGAINST: Spitzer MOTION CARRIED The City Engineer proceeded to open the bids. The following indi- cates information provided: Bidders Bid Amount Start Work Complete Work Bid Bond Larson Construction 327,693.00 May 15 August 1 Provided O.M.G. , INC. 14,999.00 April 5 June 1 Provided The City Engineer will review the submitted bids, and make a deter- mination at a later date. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to set a special Meeting of the Hugo City Council for April 9, 1979, at 7:00 PIi, for purpose of review of bids for Project 7905, and other considerations deemed ap- propriate by the Council. APRIL 2, 1979 39 VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail NOTION CARRIED 5.3 Mardon Homes - Subdivision Mr. Tramm was present, and stated that he was unable to provide the restrictive covenants, as requested, because he was unclear as to what was required. The city does not have any specific covenants they would like to see attached to the subdivislbn. The covenants would be a matter between the developer and prospective land pur- chaser. Johnson stated that any covenants should be provided so that they can be recorded at Washington County along with the final plat. LaValle felt that future buyers should be aware of the pro- blems that could materialize because of the long driveways (access by emergency vehicles) . Johnson stated that this could be made part of the restrictions. Before final plat is submitted, Tramm is to provide restrictive covenants for the attorney's review, the bond to cover construction of the road, and a parkland dedication will have to be determined. NOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to approve the preliminary plat for Mardon Homes. The Planning Commission is directed to obtain, for review by the City Attorney, restrictive covenants as may be im- posed, and determine the parkland dedication. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.4. .Robert Dotte - Special Use Permit Mr. Dotte is requesting authorization to construct a 40' x 64 ' pole barn on his property on 165th Street to store equipment. It was determined that a Variance is applicable rather than a Special Use Permit. MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Vail, to grant a Variance to Robert Dotte to construct an accessory building prior to erection of the primary structure, according to Chapter 320-9. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, for approval of the Site Plan of Robert Dotte, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail NOTION CARRIED 4 0 APRIL 2, 1979 5t5 Gilliam Trepanier - Special Use Permit Ivr. Trepanier is requesting authorization to construct a 40' x 60' pole barn on his property at 6067 Oneka Lake Blvd, to be used for storage. He will use his present driveway for access to the barn. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to grant a Special Use Permit to William Trepanier to con- struct a 40' x 60' pole barn of colored metal. Building not to be used for rental purposes. To be used only for storage of equipment and materials. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5.6 Darrell Tavernier - Bldg. Permit and Licenses Mr. Tavernier would lake to again establish his business on the north side of Bald Eagle Lake. The business was destroyed by fire on approximately 4/15/77 (date to be determined by Jim Olson) , and the city's ordinanne states that there is a two year time table for either application or completion of construction. Attorni'y Johnson will provide a recommendation for the Planning commission. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to refer the matter to the Planning Commission for their fur- ther review. VOTING FOR LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 5:7 Richard Olson - Variance MOTIOI?: Schletty made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to grant a V^.riance for Richard Olson from blacktop to crushed limestone for his parking lot at Regal Plastic Products in the Peloquin Industrial Park. Variance will be vacatedwhen streets are in and blacktopped. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail POTION CARRIED 6.0 REPORTS OF OFFICERS & COMMITTEES 6.1 Planning: Commission The Planning Commission made their recommendations to the Council after the review of the Comprehensive Plan for Forest Lake Township. LaValle felt that more tine should have been spent on the review. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to table the matter until April 16, 1979. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail NOTION CARRIED APRIL 2, 1979 41 Planning Commission — Cont. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the resignation of Larry Ehret from the Planning Commission be accepted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail NOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Clerk be directed to provide Larry Ehert with copies of the City Council and Planning Commission minutes for a period not to exceed one year. VOTING FOR: Spitzer, Schletty and Irsfeld VOTING AGAINST: LaValle and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Clerk be directed to send Larry Ehret a letter thanking him for his participation on the Planning Commission, and expressing our regret at the necessity for resigning the post. Mr. Ehret is to be invited to attend meetings and participate whenever possible. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that Mr. Jim Houle be appointed to the vacant post on the Planning Commission for a term to end 12/31/79. VOTING FOR: Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to table the matter of determining a Chairman for the Planning Commission until after the Commission has had one meeting. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.2 Ordinance Committee MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by - Vail, to table the Sign Ordinance until April 16, 1979, to be submitted with the recommended changes. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 42 A 'RIL2, 1979 6.3 Water Superintendent MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Clerk be directed to plane the matter of sewer utility rate adjustment on the agenda of May 7, 1979. The Water Superintendent and City Entineer are direct- ed to provide their estimates of revenue and expenses for the calendar 1979. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irdfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.4 Building Inspector Tom Crever submitted his monthly report. Crever stated that the Bogart property is not secured, and a large amount of debris and rubble is stored on the property. Crever was instructed to contact Inter-State Lumber Company stating that they have until June 1 , 1979, to resolve the problems. Crever had received a call regarding the construction of a 36 x 72 pole barn on Irish Avenue, zoned RRII. The Council determined that a Special Use Permit would be appropriate. Crever stated that John Moore had constructed a house on 148th St. , facing a nonexistent street. The house was started without a Build- ing Permit. It was determined that two variances would be needed to remedy the problem - one for construction of a house not fronting on a road, and sideyard setback. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, granting a variance to John Moore to build a principal structure such that the front of the principal building does not face an existing street. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld and Vail VOTING AGAINST: Schletty MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, granting a variance to John Moore for the construction of a building on a corner lot such that the sideyard set- back is less than the minimum requirement by no more than 6' . VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Irsfeld and Vail VOTING AGAINST: Schletty MOTION CARRIED Let the record show the reason for the variance for corner lot was construction of the house prior to application of a Building Permit, and the house substantially completed at the time of issuance of variance. APRIL 2, 1979 43 6.5 Fire Chief i Ron Istvanovich, Fire Chief, presented the Council with the Fire Department's Five Year Projection Plan. It was suggested that Mr. Istvanovich obtain cost figures for the proposed improvements. MOTION: Vail made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to extend the meeting past 11 :00 P.M. All aye. Motion Carried The Fire Chief requested authorization to send four firemen to the State Fire School, on May 18, 19, and 20, 1979, with a registration fee of 30.00/each. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, authorizing the Fire Chief to send four firemen to the State Fire School on May 18, 19, and 29, 1979, with the registration fee being paid for by the city. The city will also absorb the cost of $)40.00 for each firemen taking off work on Friday and the cost of mileage. MOTION CARRIED 6.6 Police Chief Chief Barth submitted his monthly report. A recommendation had previously been submitted for the swearing in of Reserve Officers. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to table the recommendation for the appointment of Reserve Officers until April 16, 1979, and requests Chief Barth to attend. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED 6.7 Attorney Attorney Johnson submitted his monthly report. Johnson has reviewed the lease from Northwestern Bell, and has no problem with the way it reads now. However, nothing should be done until the bid is awarded. 6.8 Engineer Engineer Kuusisto submitted his monthly report. Kuusisto stated that he has not received a complete drainage plan for the proposed Peloquin subdivision in the Industrial Park. An application has been submitted to Rice Creek regarding the Brevig dike matter. The City Clerk was instructed to check with Rice Creek to determine the status of the application. Councilman Schletty stated that Mr. Paul Raschke is to be contacted by letter requesting that he appear before the Council. The Ordinance Committee will review the Driveway Ordinance to review the possibility of securing some financial guarantee in conjunction with the issuance of the Driveway Permit. 6.9 Clerk MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, setting May 8, 1979, 9:30 AN - 3:30 PM, for the Board of Review. 44 APRIL, 2, 1979 Clerk continued VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld and Vail MOTION CARRIED Washington County will again have their Summer Youth Program for youths 14 - 21 years of age. Schletty and Vail will try and locate the necessary supervisor. The City's Personnel Policy will be discussed at the Special Meeting of April 9, 1979. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Schletty, to adjourn at 12:41 AM. All aye. Motion Carried. \ Carol A. Williams, Clerk/Treasurer City Of Hugo