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Home My WebLink About1980.08.04 CC Minutes Page 82 MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL August 4, 1980 The meeting was called to order by Mayor LaValle at 7:02 PM. PRESENT: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld ABSENT: Spitzer and Vail 3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Irsfeld mademotion, seconded by LaValle, to approve the minutes of July 21 , 1980, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of August 1 , 1980, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 4.0 APPROVAL OF CLAIMS MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by Schletty, to approve the General Claims for August 4, 1980, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by LaValle, to approve the Utility Claims for August 4, 1980, as submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 5.0 PETITIONS, REQUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS & LICENSES 5.2 Greg Stankey - Renewal of Mobile Home Permit MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to renew the Mobile Home Permit for Greg Stankey, 17385 Forest Blvd North, under Chapter 40, Article III, Subdivision B, for a period of 90 days. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 5.3 James Leroux - Renewal of Mobile Home Permit MOTION: Schletty made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to renew the Mobile Home Permit for James Leroux, 4360 165th Street North, under Chapter 40, Article III, Subdivision D, for a period of 90 days. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED Page 83 August 4, 1980 5.5 Metro Steel, Inc. Site Plan Approval Mr. Eldridge, owner of Metro Steel located in the Bald Eagle Industrial Park, is proposing the construction of a 50 x 126 cold storage building. The new structure would be constructed of the same materials as the existing building. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to grant Site Plan Approval to Dan Eldridge, Metro Steel, to construct a 50 x 126 cold storage building, as per Site Plan submitted. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by LaValle, to refund $15.00 to Metro Steel for over payment of Site Plan fee. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 5.6 Robert Woolston - Site Plan Approval Mr. Woolston owns 5 acres in the Agricultural zone and would like to construct a 32 x 40 pole barn to be used for personal storage. MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by LaValle, to grant Site Plan Approval to Robert Woolston, 7761 180th Street North, for construction of a 32 x 40 pole barn to be used for personal storage. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED (SPITZER ARRIVED AT 7:10 PM) 5.7 Richard Olseen - Site Plan Approval Mr. Olseen owns 42 acres in the Agricultural zone and would like to move in a second accessory building. At present, there is a one stall garage on the property. Mr. Olseen bypassed the Planning Commission so that he would be able to meet a deadline for the financial closing of the proposed garage. Mr. Crever has inspected the structure, and found it to be structurally sound. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, to grant Site Plan Approval to Richard Olseen, 6760 165th Street North, to move in an existing garage, as per Site Plan submitted, provided that the garage is moved in within 60 days. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 5. 1 Bill Clark The City Engineer met with Mr. Clark and two property owners west of Clark's property on this date. All property owners involved have committed themselves to resolve the erosion and drainage problems on Homestead Avenue (Sunset Lake area) . Page 84 August 4, 1980 Some seeding has already taken place, but more root growth will be required. An additional culvert will be required on the south side of Clark's driveway. Council- man Schletty was directed to contact Washington County to obtain a timetable for completion of the required work and a cost estimate. 5.8 Tom Oswald - Forest Lake Youth Service Bureau Mr. Oswald was present and stated that he was looking for commitment from Hugo for financial aid in 1981 . If granted, he would receive matching funds from the state. Mr. Oswald submitted a summary of costs anticipated for the city ($8,000) . MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Spitzer, that the City of Hugo enter into the budget process $2,250.00 for the Forest Lake Youth Service Bureau. The City Clerk is to forward a letter to Mr. Oswald stating the city's intended commitment. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 5.4 LaMett'i & Sons - Site Plan Approval LaMetti started construction of a 40 x 300 open shed type building prior to the issuance of any Building Permit. The structure was constructed 13' from the rear property line in violation of the City Code. There is a setback requirement of 30' . Fred Nimmes, secretary of the corporation, was present and stated that he had ob- tained written approval from the affected property owner but failed to bring with him to the meeting. There was discussion as to whether the building was located adjacent the rear or side property line. The ordinance clearly states that the west property line should be considered rear yard. Mr. Nimmes was instructed to provide the letter from the adjoining property owner, fill out an application for variance, and some justification why the building should be located where proposed. MOTION: Irsfeld made motion, seconded by LaValle, to table this matter until the meeting of August 18, 1980. VOTING FOR: LaValle., Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 6.0 REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES 6. 1 Ordinance Committee Attorney Johnson was instructed to provide the Ordinance Committee with the new State Statute regarding subdivision. The Ordinance Committee will again review the Subdivision Ordinance after receipt of the new information, is also directed to review the rural and urban taxing districts. 6.2 Planning Commission Attorney Johnson was instructed to draft a letter to Metro Council with Hugo's comments regarding the Amendment Procedure for the Comprehensive Plan. Page 85 August 4, 1980 Mrs. Peltier, chairwoman of the Planning Commission, asked for clarfication on regulations for public hearings. Attorney Johnson advised that a public hearing can be recessed only if a definite time and date is specified for the continuation. 6.3 Water Superintendent MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to purchase a metal detector in an amount not to exceed $600.00. Payment to be made through the Water Department. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED The Water Superintendent was directed to shutoff the water at Hoppy's for non- payment of the water bill. Other delinquent accounts are also to be notified. 6.4 Building Inspector Mr. Crever submitted his monthly report. Crever requested that Attorney Johnson provide him with a copy of the final regulations for accessory buildings so that he can review. 6.5 Fire Chief - No discussion 6.6 Police Chief MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by LaValle, that the City of Hugo accept the resignation of Jeffrey Klarich effective 7/30/80. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the mandatory notice period for termination in the Police Contract be waived for Mr. Klarich. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 6.7 Attorney Mr. Johnson submitted his monthly report. After review of a survey submitted by Thomas Clark, it was determined that the Clerk should not approve for recording because subdivision would be required. 6.8 Engineer Mr. Kuusisto submitted his monthly report. Bids have been obtained for the repair work necessary in front of Axin Products in the Bald Eagle Industrial Park. Grace Development would be responsible for payment of the work. Page 86 August 4, 1980 6.9 Clerk The clerk received a request from the assessor, Francis Langer, requesting payment of $500.00 in the months of August, Spet, Oct, Nov and Dec, for 1981 assessing. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City of Hugo make payment of at least $1 ,000.00 to Francis Langer prior to the end of the year 1980. Additional payment could be possible. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that election judges for the year 1980 be paid $4.00/hour. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED The Mayor will discuss with the Washington County Sheriff's Office how the city should handle time spent in court by the officers previously employed by the city. MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Schletty, that the present CETA contract with Washington County be terminated August 15, 1980. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 7.0 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS - No discussion 8.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8.1 Salary Review MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, that the City Clerk's salary be .increased to an annual rate of $15,040.00/year, effective 7/1/80. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED 8.2 Sick Leave Compensation MOTION: LaValle made motion, seconded by Schletty, that no compensation be granted for sick leave accummulated by resigning Police Officers. VOTING FOR: LaValle, Spitzer, Schletty, Irsfeld MOTION CARRIED Mike McAllister will provide the city with a copy of 3M's policy regarding sick leave. MOTION: Spitzer made motion, seconded by Irsfeld, to adjourn at 10:24 PM. All aye. Motion Carried. Carol A. Williams. Clerk/Treas. City of Hugo