City Council Minutes 11-24-20142MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING — MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Monday, November 24, 2014 — 7 p.m.
Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
Present: Clint Herbst, Lloyd Hilgart, Tom Perrault, Glen Posusta, Brian Stumpf
Absent: None
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Herbst called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and declared a quorum present.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2A. Approval of Minutes — November 10, 2014 Regular Meeting
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO ACCEPT THE NOVEMBER 10, 2014 REGULAR
MEETING MINUTES AS PRESENTED. GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda
o None
4. Citizen comments, public service announcements, updates
A. Citizen Comments: None
B. Public Service Announcements:
1) MCC Santa Visit (12/6) — Kitty Baltos announced the upcoming Santa
Visit and Around the World Christmas on Saturday, December 6th at the
MCC. There will be activities, refreshments, and entertainment at varied
times from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Community Center and ECFE Task Force
are hosting this event, and TDS Telecom is a sponsor of the pictures with
Santa. The Far°ner's Market is also being held from 9 a.m. to i p.m. that
day. Kitty Baltos noted that this replaces Home for the Holidays at West
Bridge Park.
2) Local Election Recount status — Rachel Leonard announced the results of
the election recount that took place on November 21St at Wright County
courthouse. Charlotte Gabler finished with 1,465 votes and Jim Davidson
with 1,455. The winners of the election are Brian Stumpf for Mayor and
Lloyd Hilgart and Charlotte Gabler for Council Member seats.
C. Updates:
1) Snow & Ice Budget and Snowmobile routes — Tom Moores gave an
update to Council on the status of the 2014 snow and ice budget. He noted
that Tom Perrault had asked about the budget in April, and, at that time,
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Tom Moores reminded Council that snow removal for the winter months
at the end of 2014 would also come out of the budget for this year.
Although the Snow & Ice budget has a deficit, the Streets budget is
covering the overage for snow removal. Tom Moores pointed out that
they are trying to reduce the hours worked on overtime; however, there are
times when they need to remove snow on holidays or weekends, which
uses some of the overtime budget. Tom Moores pointed out that there are
five weeks left in the year of possible snow events so it is possible that
they will go over budget for 2014. Wayne Oberg added some comments
on how they would accommodate a budget overage and commented that
the City is trying to reducing overtime for public works. The union signed
a memorandum of understanding relative to the hiring of temporary and
seasonal employees and the hours they can work each year.
Tom Moores reviewed the snowmobile routes in the city limits and
displayed a map showing the trails that go through the city. Tom Moores
noted the map is on the city website along with rules and regulations about
snowmobiling in city limits. Tom Moores noted that snowmobiling is not
allowed in city limits between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. and is not allowed on
city streets in general. A city street can be used only to reach a designated
route. Recreational riding is not permitted in the city, on public property,
on trails, or in city parks. Again, within city limits, snowmobiles are
restricted to the routes through town. Snowmobile trails officially open
December 1St across the state.
5. Consent Agenda:
A. Consideration of approving payment of bills for November 24th. THIS ITEM
WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA.
B. Consideration of approving new hires and departures for City departments.
Recommendation: Ratify new hires and terminations for MCC, Liquor Store,
and Water Department.
C. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2014 -118 accepting a donation of $250
from Securitas Security Services for 2014 Blazin' Thru Bertram 5K.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution #2014 -118 accepting a contribution of
$250 from Securitas Security Services for sponsorship of the 2014 Blazin' Thru
Bertram 5K Walk/Run.
D. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2014 -119 accepting a donation of $2,560
from the Monticello VFW for I -pads for the Monticello Fire Department.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution #2014 -119 accepting a contribution of
$2,560 from the Monticello VFW to the Monticello Fire Department for
purchasing I -pads and related costs.
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E. Consideration of approving 2014 Operating Transfers. Recommendation:
Approve 2014 operating transfers as follows:
Item
I Fund
I Transfer In
F Amount
I Fund
I Transfer Out
I Amount
Operating Transfers (2015 budgeted expenditures for projects approved in 2014)
J
1 229
1 Park Dedication
1 170,000.00
1 300
1 Cap Proj — Closed
1170,000.00
Operating Transfers (not budgeted or previously
authorized)
K
315
2008 Sew Ref Bd
400,000.00
602
Sewage Fund
400,000.00
L
312
20101mpr Bd
100,000.00
601
Water Fund
100,000.00
M
655
FiberNet
250,000.00
609
Liquor Fund
250,000.00
F. Consideration of approving a 5 -year lease with Christian Social Services, Inc. for
the Monticello Help Center. Recommendation: Approve the 5 -year lease with
Christian Social Services, Inc. for use of the Monticello Help Center Building
(exclusive of the area occupied by the DMV).
G. Consideration of accepting quote and approving purchase of main line sewer
camera and trailer at a cost of $68,480 for the Water and Sewer Collections
Department. Recommendation: Accept the state quote and authorize purchase
of a main line sewer camera and trailer from Flexible Pipe Tool Company at a
total cost of $68,480 (which includes a $1,500 deduction for trading in the old
equipment).
H. Consideration of accepting quotes and authorize replacement of equipment in the
Community Center Romp & Stomp room. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED
FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA.
I. Consideration of approving renewal of a pawn broker license for 2015 for
Michael Helm dba Monticello Pawn, Gun and Bargain Center at 1219 South
Highway 25. Recommendation: Approve the renewal of a 2015 pawn broker
license for Michael Helm, dba Monticello Pawn and Gun, located at 1219 TH 25
in Monticello, contingent on no adverse findings by the Wright County Sheriff's
Department.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE
REMOVAL OF ITEMS A AND H. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
6. Consideration of items removed from the consent agenda for discussion
5A. Consideration of approving payment of bills for November 24th
Brian Stumpf asked about the payment to Pam Terveer for a notary charge; Cathy
Shuman explained that is most likely an application fee or for a notary stamp. Brian
Stumpf also asked about Verizon bill charges; Cathy Shuman explained the charges cover
three billing months for about 15 employees using city -owned cell phones. The monthly
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bill will decrease slightly because several employees have switched to a stipend (using
their own phone). Cathy noted that Verizon is currently the only service provider where
wireless works in all areas of the City.
Lloyd Hilgart asked about a payment to Jason Hanke; Tom Perrault noted that he had
checked on this and it is for services provided to FiberNet by Mankato Networks. Tom
Perrault asked if the amount being paid for this and for Dan Olsen is less than previously
paid to a general manager. Jeff O'Neill indicated that it is significantly lower and he will
look into how this compares since Brian Estrem left.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE BILL AND PURCHASE CARD
REGISTERS FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $602,148.03. TOM PERRAULT
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
SH. Consideration of accepting quotes and authorize replacement of equipment in the
Community Center Romp & Stomp room
Glen Posusta removed this item because he had questions about the equipment being
purchased. He wondered why they were getting rid of the taxi. Kitty Baltos noted that it
is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. Clint Herbst confirmed that and suggested that
they get rid of the taxi and not try to recycle it for another use.
Brian Stumpf asked about the removal of the glass window and whether the toy could be
installed in a different manner to avoid removing the window. Kitty Baltos said she
would check on that and noted that she was also looking into an access directly from the
hall that might also eliminate the need to remove the glass in the future.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO ACCEPT THE QUOTES AND AUTHORIZE THE
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF THE CLIMB -ON TOY FOR THE ROMP N
STOMP FROM ON CALL SERVICES AT A COST OF $7,200. CLINT HERBST
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
7. Regular Agenda:
A. Consideration of adopting Interim Ordinance No. 604 establishing a moratorium
temporarily prohibiting solar energy systems as a principal use in the city
(NAC /AS)
Angela Schumann explained the purpose of the request to Council, which is to
give the city time to look at zoning regulating the use of land for solar energy
power production as a principal use. This would not affect property owners that
would want to add solar panels to an existing building. The city has received
some inquiries about solar energy systems and feels that this is an area that should
be studied.
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Planning Commission members indicated an interest in studying zoning options
that might pertain to a solar energy plant. Angela Schumann pointed out that
there have been inquiries but no applications. This moratorium would give the
city a chance to study this type of utility.
Clint Herbst asked if this would apply to the Monticello Orderly Annexation Area
(MOAA). Angela Schumann pointed out that Wright County zoning governs the
MOAA. Clint Herbst suggested that the county be contacted in regard to this
study since it is likely that larger land areas in the surrounding township might be
desirable for solar energy plants.
Angela Schumann indicated that the goal would be to present the study to the
Planning Commission in January for discussion of possible ordinance changes.
Angela Schumann noted that the study could find that this is not a good use for
Monticello or it could recommend certain areas that might be a good fit.
Jeff O'Neill pointed out that this moratorium does not prohibit solar energy
production; it simply puts a hold on any activity at this time to give the City time
to study the zoning.
LLOYD HILGART MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT INTERIM
ORDINANCE NO. 604 ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM TM TEMPOR" p ILY
PROHIBITING SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS AS A PRINCIPAL USE IN ALL
PARTS OF THE CITY. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
8. Added items:
No items were added to the agenda.
9. Adiournment
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:41 P.M. LLOYD
HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
Recorder: Catherine M. Shuman fm^,,v
Approved: December 8, 2014
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