City Council Minutes 04-08-1991MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Monday, April 8, 1991 - 7:00 p.m.
Members Present: Shirley Anderson, Dan Blonigen, Clint Herbst,
Brad Fyle, Ken Maus
Members Absent: None
2. Approval of minutes.
After discussion, a motion was made by Dan Blonigen and
seconded by Shirley Anderson to approve the meeting minutes of
March 25, 1991, as presented. Voting in favor: Shirley
Anderson, Dan Blonigen, Clint Herbst, Brad Fyle. Abstaining:
Ken Maus.
3. Citizens comments/petitions, requests, and complaints.
None forthcoming.
4. Consideration of proposal to remodel old fire hall building
into facility for Social Services and Foodshelf.
Rick Wolfsteller reported that the committee charged with
researching the proposal has held two meetings to review the
proposal and receive input from City representatives along
with input from the Jaycees, Lions, Foodshelf, and Social
Services agencies. Wolfsteller reported that it was the
consensus of the committee to develop the following remodeling
program and arrangements.
1. The City would retain ownership of the building and still
be responsible for exterior maintenance.
2. Proposal calls for the City maintaining the grounds,
including snow removal and garbage removal.
3. The City would agree to enter into a lease arrangement
with the Foodshelf and Christian Social Services for a
period of ten years with a review after eight years for
possible extension of the lease. The annual lease charge
is proposed at $1 per year plus leasee being responsible
for all utilities.
4. The Foodshelf and Christian Social Services would be
required to provide liability insurance for their
activities with the City named as additional insured and
provide their own insurance coverage for their contents.
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5. The Monticello Jaycees, along with other organizations,
would commit to funding the improvements estimated at
$36,000.
Wes Olson of the Monticello Jaycees went on to review the plan
in more detail. Council then went on to discuss the details
of the arrangement.
After discussion, a motion was made by Dan Blonigen and
seconded by Brad Fyle to approve the subcommittee's proposal
for remodeling and leasing the old fire hall to the Foodshelf
and Christian Social Services. Final approval of the proposal
is to occur with Council approval of agreements governing the
use of the fire hall. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Consideration of granting seasonal sales permit--MartieIs Farm
Service.
Assistant Administrator O'Neill reported that the Planning
Commission had recommended that City Council grant a seasonal
sales permit to Martie's Farm Service, which would allow
retail sale of items from a temporary tent structure placed on
the property from April 15, 1991, to June 15, 1991.
Mayor Maus noted that this item had been reviewed and approved
by the Planning Commission. It was his view that this type of
retail land use is appropriate at this location. Dan Blonigen
concurred that Martie's Farm Service is in an appropriate
location for the type of business activity that is conducted.
A motion was made by Brad Fyle and seconded by Dan Blonigen to
grant a seasonal sales permit to Martie's Farm Service.
Motion carried unanimously.
6. Review operation of auto sales activity and determine if use
represents an enlargement of non -conforming use. Applicant,
Hoglund Transportation/94 Services.
Assistant Administrator O'Neill reported that Hoglund
Transportation/ 94 Services has been selling used vehicles from
a grassy area along the Oakwood Drive side of their property.
In response to this activity, staff requested that Hoglund
apply for a conditional use permit, as it appeared to City
staff that establishment of an auto sales lot represented a
new use or at a minimum represented an enlargement of existing
commercial use of the property. In response, Hoglund
submitted a plan for providing improvements to the site. The
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plan also outlined a manner of operation that would be
consistent with conditional use requirements set forth by
ordinance.
O'Neill went on to report that the Planning Commission
recommended a reversal of initial staff determination that the
auto sales lot represents an enlargement of an existing use.
Planning Commission determined that auto sales at this
location on the property as proposed is merely a continuation
of sales activity that existed prior to the inception of the
ordinance; therefore, auto sales as proposed is a lawful non-
conforming use. If one agrees with this conclusion, then a
conditional use permit is not needed; and existing non-
conforming unpaved parking and drive areas associated with the
Hoglund Transportation business activity need not be upgraded.
Council reviewed the proposed plan for establishment of an
auto sales lot. It was Council's conclusion that the proposal
represented an enlargement to an existing use; therefore, a
conditional use permit is needed in order for the auto sales
lot to continue.
Jenny and Gordy Hoglund noted that their organization is
willing and able to comply with all of the conditions noted by
the ordinance with or without the need for a conditional use
permit.
After discussion, a motion was made by Shirley Anderson and
seconded by Brad Fyle to grant variances to Section 3-5: 9 (K)
of the Monticello Zoning Ordinance, which requires that all
areas intended to be utilized for parking space and driveway
shall be surfaced with material suitable to control dust, and
grant a variance to Section 3-5: 9 (0), which requires that
all open, off-street parking shall have a perimeter curb
around the entire parking lot. Motion was based on the
finding that the traffic over parking areas associated with
the variance is minimal, and paving and curbing are not
necessary to control dust or drainage; therefore, granting of
the variance does not impair the intent of the ordinance.
Furthermore, granting the variance will not be detrimental to
the adjoining properties. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was then made by Shirley Anderson and seconded by Brad
Fyle to grant a conditional use permit allowing auto sales
activity on the Hoglund property subject to the following
conditions:
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1. The enclosed principal use is a minimum of 4,500
square feet, excluding the area used for mechanical
repair and reconditioning.
2. Outside sales and display areas are fenced or
screened from view of neighboring residential uses
or an abutting "R" district in compliance with
Chapter 31 Section 2 [G], of this ordinance (does
not apply because residential use is actually on
the site, not abutting "R" district).
3. All lighting shall be hooded and so directed that
the light source shall not be visible from the
public right-of-way or from neighboring residences
and shall be in compliance with Chapter 3,
Section 2 [H], of this ordinance.
4. The outside sales and display area shall be hard
surfaced.
5. The outside sales and display area does not utilize
parking spaces which are required for conformance
with this ordinance.
6. Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of
conflict with through traffic movement; shall
comply with Chapter 31 Section 51 of this ordinance
(parking design requirements); and shall be subject
to the approval of the City Engineer (curbing must
be installed).
7. There is a minimum lot area of twenty-two thousand
five hundred (22,500) square feet and minimum lot
dimensions of one hundred fifty ( 15 0 ) feet by one
hundred thirty (130) feet.
8. A drainage system subject to the approval of the
City Engineer shall be installed.
9. All signing shall be in compliance with Chapter 3,
Section 9, of this ordinance.
10. The provisions of Chapter 22 of this ordinance are
considered and satisfactorily met.
11. No more than ten cars may be parked for sale at any
one point in time.
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12. Four trees shall be planted east of the two garages
on the site.
13. The conditional use permit requires common
ownership of the property containing the office
space and the site of the sales lot.
14. A culvert shall be installed under the drive
leading to the Hoglund Transportation office. Said
culvert shall have a minimum diameter of 15 inches.
15. The drive area in front of the bus storage facility
shall be paved per the attached site plan by
October 15, 1992.
Motion was based on the finding that operation of the auto
sales lot at this location under the conditions specified is
consistent with the character of the area and will not tend to
depreciate adjoining properties. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Consideration of authorization to purchase motor vehicle
registrar computer software package.
Assistant Administrator O'Neill reported that the original
computer RFP prepared for the City of Monticello, which was
initiated in 1986, included the provision for a deputy
registrar package for motor vehicle and DNR registrations.
The package prepared by the vendor in conjunction with the
1986 computer purchase was woefully inadequate, and the City
elected not to implement this system.
A new computer development plan, which included a proposal to
replace the City's hardware and software, was approved by City
Council on January 22, 1990. The plan included a provision
for deputy registrar software at a cost of up to $800. The
deputy registrar package was not purchased in 1990 due to
several reasons. Upon investigation, there was not a package
that met the City and state's requirements for the amount of
money budgeted. Also, due to time constraints associated with
implementation of finance applications, word processing,
payroll, recycling, and utility billing programs, we were
unable to implement additional deputy registrar software. Now
that the major financial systems have been implemented, staff
has the resources to install the deputy registrar program
which, when completed, will result in a cost savings to the
City due to increased efficiency and accuracy.
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After discussion, a motion was made by Shirley Anderson and
seconded by Dan Blonigen to approve the proposal to purchase
Minnesota Motor Vehicle Registrar computer software at a cost
of $3,000. Motion carried unanimously.
8. Consideration of purchasing a slide -in grass rig fire unit --
Monticello Fire Department.
Rick Wolfsteller reported that as an add-on item at the last
Council meeting, Council discussed the fire department's
request to purchase a slide -in tank unit for fighting grass
fires. On a tie vote, authorization was not granted to allow
the purchase, and it was discussed whether the Township would
actually be paying a larger share of this purchase since it
would primarily be used in rural areas.
Wolfsteller went on to note that the entire joint fire
agreement has recently been reviewed and approved for a five-
year period, which includes a formula for establishing each
jurisdiction's share of the operating cost. Presently,
Monticello Township contributes 37% of the total capital
purchasing cost and operating cost annually toward the fire
department budget. While some items are utilized more in the
city and some are utilized more in the township, it may not be
appropriate to single out only one item for special treatment
in regard to the cost sharing formula. Wolfsteller went on to
note that it would be a difficult problem to try and allocate
all items and expenditures based on where the equipment is
utilized. Unless the City Council would like to terminate the
joint agreement and renegotiate the entire formula, the only
decision should be whether this piece of equipment is actually
needed by the fire department.
Ken Maus and Shirley Anderson agreed that the contract is in
place and that we should abide by it. Dan Blonigen stated
that this unit will be used primarily in the township, and the
City should not be paying a major portion of the cost to
purchase it. Clint Herbst noted that this discussion should
plant the seed for changes in the contract, which he felt is
at this time a one-way street.
After discussion, a motion was made by Shirley Anderson and
seconded by Brad Fyle to approve the purchase of a grass fire
rig as proposed in the amount of $2,734.12 with cost
allocation based on the present joint agreement. Motion
carried unanimously.
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9. Consideration of adopting policy on City Hall van use.
Rick Wolfsteller reviewed the objective of the van use policy,
which is to provide a guideline for use of the City Hall
vehicle, enable the Building Inspector to have available a
vehicle for performing duties of the Building Inspection and
Civil Defense Departments, and also set procedures to allow
the vehicle to be utilized by other staff members whenever
feasible.
Council reviewed the van policy; and after discussion, a
motion was made by Shirley Anderson and seconded by Brad Fyle
to adopt the proposed policy with the addition that the
vehicle shall be available for use by City Hall staff and
volunteer fire department officials only. Motion carried
unanimously.
10. Review of City vehicle use.
Rick Wolfsteller reported that this item concerns the use of
the City vehicle by the Public Works Director for
transportation between work and home.
He reported that the practice of allowing the Public Works
Director to utilize the City vehicle is to provide him with a
radio, small tools, a fire extinguisher, an 8 -minute self
contained breathing apparatus, traffic cones, and other
necessary equipment for opening manholes and lift stations.
This enables the Public Works Director to respond directly to
emergencies rather than having to obtain a vehicle out of
storage at the public works building, which could first
require the moving of one or two other vehicles. The radio
gives the Public Works Director direct contact with the field
crews, especially in the wintertime. This enables the Public
Works Director to respond to citizens' requests during off
hours even if it was not necessarily an immediate emergency.
Secondly, the use of the pickup is a direct benefit to the
Public Works Director, as he does not have to provide his own
vehicle to and from work; and initially, the $380 benefit did
not need to be reported on his taxes. It was essentially tax
free. Initially, emergencies, responses to citizens'
requests, and use of the radio to contact field crews was
approximately two times per month or more.
Wolfsteller went on to say that since the practice of allowing
the Public Works Director to use the City vehicle began, some
changes have taken place. First, the number of emergency
responses by the Public Works Director has decreased due to
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improvements made to our infrastructure system such as the
wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and water system.
Responses are now less than half of what they were in 1981.
In addition, IRS regulations changed and require the reporting
of personal use of an employer's vehicle to be reported as
income on the employee's W-2 form at the end of the year.
This is proper, as in most instances, private use of the
company-owned vehicle is generally given in lieu of wages.
For the past few years, the City has reported to the IRS
additional income in the amount of $720 per year on the Public
Works Director's W-2 form.
Wolfsteller went on to remind Council that the Public Works
Director was provided use of the City vehicle in lieu of
salary increases in the past. If Council eliminates the
practice of allowing the Public Works Director to take a
vehicle home, then a salary adjustment should be considered.
Brad Fyle noted that the original intent of having the vehicle
available in case of emergencies is not as important since
emergency situations are becoming infrequent. Fyle was not
convinced that a City employee should be taking a City vehicle
home.
Clint Herbst stated that there are cost savings in having a
City employee having immediate access to the vehicle. He
doesn' t have to go to the garage to pick it up. The City does
not have to house the vehicle. It doesn't make sense to be
spending this much time on this item.
John Simola reported that nine times during the year he needed
the vehicle for emergency responses or for other responses to
citizen requests for service. He also noted that he would
have no problems at all if he did not have access to the
vehicle as he now does as long as he is reimbursed for the
loss of the benefit with an increase in salary.
Shirley Anderson noted that the use of the vehicle by the
Public Works Director should be part of the job description.
Anderson went on to note that the number of times that the
Public Works Director responds per year is not important. One
big emergency situation where having use of the vehicle makes
a difference justifies the present practice.
Ken Maus noted that the practice of allowing the Public Works
Director to drive the City vehicle to and from work has
probably not cost the City a penny. The City has not had to
house the vehicle, and past salary increases were reduced in
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After discussion, a motion was made by Clint Herbst and
seconded by Shirley Anderson to continue the existing practice
of allowing the Public Works Director use of the vehicle
commuting to and from home and lunch and that the Public Works
Director, when using his own vehicle on City business in the
community, is not reimbursed for this expense. Voting in
favor: Clint Herbst, Shirley Anderson, Dan Blonigen, Ken
Maus. Opposed: Brad Fyle.
11. Consideration of adopting plan for extension of sewer and
water utilities and development of roadways serving school
district property.
Assistant Administrator O'Neill outlined a plan for extending
and financing utilities to the elementary school site.
O'Neill noted that the plan results from discussions between
City staff, the School Superintendent, and the developers of
the property to the south of the school district site.
O'Neill went on to note that the conservative nature of the
plan resulted from the existence of a significant level of
debt associated with previous improvement projects. O'Neill
noted that the plan presented, if approved in concept form,
will become the basis of the feasibility study and development
agreement to be prepared if the school district bond issue is
approved. O'Neill went on to detail the public utilities
plan, which included the following components:
Sanitary sewer extended along Fallon Avenue from
Dundas at an approximate cost of $26,000 to be
financed by assessments to the Farm Credit and
school district properties.
School district will pay an area assessment of
$50,000, which is equal to $12,050 per acre based
on a 40 -acre elementary school development area.
Sewer trunk line installation to occur in the
future with development of the Klein property.
Water main service will be gained by extending
water main from Dundas to the northern boundary of
the elementary school site at a cost of
approximately $22,000. This cost will be assessed
evenly to the Farm Credit property and to the
school district. The cost to extend the water main
beyond the northwest boundary of the school site
will be paid entirely by the school district with
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reimbursements made to the school district when
future users obtain access to the water main
originally paid for by the school district.
- Roadways will include a 40 -foot wide roadway
constructed with rural design features and
installed along the southern boundary of the school
district property. The cost of this roadway is
estimated at $224,000, not including grading and
other subgrade preparation. This project will be
conducted as a public improvement with 50% of the
cost assessed to the school and 50% to the Farm
Credit property. This assessment arrangement would
require a major portion of the principal cost to be
paid or guaranteed prior to start of construction,
thereby eliminating risk associated with assessing
roadway expenses against Farm Credit property.
- The school district will develop a driveway
extending from Chelsea Road in a southerly
direction to the middle school site. This road
will be installed and financed by the school
district. In the event that this road becomes a
through street and not used primarily for school
related access, the City will accept this road as a
dedicated right-of-way.
The existing zoning designation of the Value Plus
Homes site is agricultural and would remain
unchanged until development of existing residential
areas now served with sewer and water or until
significant progress is made toward retirement of
the various residential tax delinquent properties
in the city. Rezoning of the school district
property from agricultural to R-2 must also be
achieved through cooperative planning efforts
between the school district and City.
O'Neill went on to review modifications that could be made to
the plan in the event that Council elects to extend utilities
to potential residential areas to the south of the school
site.
Shelly Johnson noted his support of the plan and that things
have gone well up to this point. He went on to note that by
the middle of September, he would like the rezoning and
conditional use permit issues resolved and be in position to
obtain a building permit.
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Council reviewed the plan in detail. After discussion, a
motion was made by Shirley Anderson and seconded by Dan
Blonigen to approve the concept plan for extending utilities
to the school district property with said plan becoming the
basis of future plan work. Motion carried unanimously.
12. Consideration of abating special assessment penalties and
interest on 82-2 improvement project --Farm Credit Systems
property.
Rick Wolfsteller requested that Council consider reducing the
special assessment balance against Farm Credit properties in
exchange for immediate cash payment of the remaining
assessment balance. Wolfsteller noted that the only
assessments paid by the original owners, Jim Boyle and Dickman
Knutson, have resulted from homes being built and sold; and as
a result, a large outstanding assessment balance remains for
the entire project in the amount of over $570,000.
Farm Credit Systems, the mortgage holder on Mr. Boyle's
property, recently foreclosed on the property and is now the
owner. Since their foreclosure, Farm Credit has been
attempting to market the property to developers without much
success. Except for the recent sale of approximately 50 acres
to the school district and a small acquisition by the City to
supplement Remmele Engineering property, Farm Credit Systems
has been unable to sell the balance of the property at this
time. According to Farm Credit, it appears that the amount of
outstanding assessments against the Meadow Oak residential
parcels may be excessive relative to the estimated value of
the property.
Farm Credit has indicated that it may have an interest in
paying off the entire assessments, including delinquents and
future balances, if the City would reduce assessments by about
$100,000. Wolfsteller noted that the penalties and interest
that have accumulated on the delinquent assessments total
approximately $88,375, which, if eliminated, could be
sufficient to entice Farm Credit to consider paying off the
entire assessment in one lump sum.
Wolfsteller suggested that Council seriously consider reducing
the assessment by $88,378 if Farm Credit would agree to pay
off the assessment balances in full. Wolfsteller noted
reasons why the City should consider reduction in the
assessments. He noted that due to the distribution of the
assessments against various outlots, it is likely that the
City would stand to lose at least $88,000 just trying to
market one of the outlots if we would wait for tax forfeiture
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proceedings. The proposed reduction would allow the average
cost per acre for assessments to be approximately $2,500 per
acre, which would enable Farm Credit to market the property
and still cover their mortgage cost. The City would be able
to reimburse the bond funds that have had to support the debt
payments for the past eight years and would make our balance
sheet look better for bond rating purposes. Finally, under
the proposal the City would receive ownership of Outlot A for
park dedication purposes and would then not have to deal with
each individual developer for park dedication purposes.
Ken Maus noted his support of staff's recommendation and that
as an alternative, the City may of fer to take Outlot I and use
revenue from the sale of that parcel to pay the delinquent
assessments. The remaining assessments against the other
outlots would then be paid by Farm Credit.
Shirley Anderson noted that economically this is a better
approach, and she supports the elimination of penalties and
interest if it will result in payment of the balance of the
assessment.
Paul Weingarden noted that reducing the assessment may require
a re -assessment hearing. He cautioned that lowering the
assessment may result in future requests by other land owners.
Brad Fyle noted that he preferred the City avoid acquiring
property and he, therefore, supports the proposal to reduce
the assessment.
After discussion, a motion was made by Brad Fyle and seconded
by Shirley Anderson to authorize City staff to propose a
reduction in special assessments against all land owned by
Farm Credit Systems in the amount of $88,378 contingent upon
Farm Credit paying off all the remaining assessment balances
totaling $483,370 within 30 days, along with the deeding to
the City of Outlot A for park dedication purposes. Motion
carried unanimously.
13. Consideration of change order #1 and final payment for
Project 88-05, 800,000 gallon water tank.
John Simola reported that there are a few warranty items that
need to be taken care of. Some rust has developed in the
interior portion of the tank. This problem will be taken care
of in May by Caldwell's subcontractor, Newman Painting. In
addition, the drain from the valve pit near the tank has
failed. The City has worked out an agreement with Caldwell
whereby we do this warranty work and are paid by Caldwell.
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There are a few items left for the City to do, most of which
monies were withheld from the contractor for completion. We
have completed a tabulation of costs related to the purchase
of the land and construction of the water tank. It is the
recommendation of the Public Works Director and City Engineer
that the Council authorize final payment to Caldwell Tanks as
outlined under alternative #1.
Council asked if there was any reason why the final payment
should not be made to Caldwell Tanks. John Simola responded
by saying that everything is in order.
Motion was made by Shirley Anderson and seconded by Clint
Herbst to approve change order #1 and final payment to
Caldwell Tanks in the amount of a credit of $2,717.47. This
brings the total payment to Caldwell in the amount of
$305,208.53. Motion carried unanimously.
Consideration of replacing chlorine scale in pump house #2.
John Simola reported the chlorine scale, which is located in
pump house #2 near the old fire hall, is 20 years old, and we
refurbished the pump house and pump last year. The scale was
in poor condition with a significant amount of corrosion. In
preparation for its replacement, $1,500 was placed in the 1991
budget.
The City obtained two quotes for the purchase of a new
chlorine scale, one from Feedrite of Minneapolis for $1,268,
the other from Henry & Associates of St. Cloud in the amount
of $965. Henry & Associates is a new company, and it appears
that they are selling a scale to the City for near cost to get
some of our business.
Simola recommended that the City Council authorize the
purchase of the chlorine scale from Henry & Associates of
St. Cloud.
After discussion, a motion was made by Brad Fyle and seconded
by Dan Blonigen to purchase a Series 50-345 Wallace & Tiernan
chlorine scale from Henry & Associates of St. Cloud,
Minnesota, for $965. Motion carried unanimously.
Consideration of modification of sick leave section of
personnel policies and procedural manual.
Rick Wolfsteller requested that the personnel policy be
amended to allow employees to use the weekly disability
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insurance benefits to cover the cost of non -reimbursed medical
expenses resulting from non -job related sickness or injury for
which the disability benefits are claimed.
After discussion, a motion was made by Shirley Anderson and
seconded by Clint Herbst to table this matter for further
discussion. The item was tabled to the first meeting in June.
Motion carried unanimously.
16. Consideration of request for one -day setup/3.2 beer license
for Ducks Unlimited Banquet and one -day 3.2 beer license for
July 7 Riverfest Celebration - Lions Club.
Motion was made by Shirley Anderson and seconded by Clint
Herbst to approve said license request. Motion carried
unanimously.
17. Consideration of authorizing City Attorney to take legal
action necessary to enforce the terms of Fair's Garden
Center's conditional use permit.
Assistant Administrator O'Neill reported that Fair's Garden
Center was granted a conditional use permit in 1989 which
allowed expansion of sales and storage areas. The conditional
use permit outlined 14 conditions, one of which was a
requirement that 24 parking stalls be available for employee
and customer use. O'Neill noted that a number of the parking
stalls are consistently being used for storage of landscaping
equipment and inventory for sale.
He went on to review a letter submitted by Kevin Fair to the
City which noted that the use of the parking spaces is
temporary, and they are being used for moving stock and
setting up for spring. The letter went on to note that prior
to the busy season of May 1, the garden center will have 24
spaces available for customers and employees.
Dan Blonigen stated that the parking spaces need to be open
for the public. If they are used for storage of materials,
the customers will be parking in the street and on other
private properties.
Ken Maus noted that the parking problem is difficult to
quantify. He questioned at what point should we step in.
City Attorney, Paul Weingarden, responded by saying that
conditional use permit requirements such as this one are
difficult to enforce and that the act of compliance ends
enforcement. He went on to note that in order to bring
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effective enforcement action, City staff needs to further
develop evidence of a violation of the conditional use permit
and develop evidence of parking problems created by the
violation.
Brad Fyle suggested that citizens' complaints and demonstrated
traffic hazards need to be created before further action is
justified.
Paul Weingarden informed Council that the current ordinance
does not contain a provision for withdrawing a conditional use
permit and that only provision for penalties is now provided.
Weingarden noted that the City ordinance should be updated to
include a provision for withdrawing conditional use permits if
continual violations occur that create problems.
Ken Maus suggested that the City compile further documentation
which would include an outline of past violations to the
conditional use permit and include documentation of parking
problems. Maus noted that the City needs to position itself
better if it intends on taking enforcement action.
Dan Blonigen stated that there was not a single day last
season where the garden center was in compliance with the
parking requirement, and he suggested that it is not likely
that Fair's Garden Center will comply with the parking
requirements by May 1.
Staff was directed to continue to monitor the situation
pertaining to Fair's Garden Center's conditional use permit
and to review other existing conditional use permits for
similar violations and prepare a report. Further action
regarding enforcement of the Fair's Garden Center conditional
use permit is to be considered after May 1 if violations
continue after this date.
18. At the close of the meeting, Mayor Maus read a proclamation
proclaiming the week of April 8-12 as Building Safety Week in
Monticello.
There being no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned.
Jeff O'Neill
Assistant Administrator
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