City Council Minutes 08-12-1974kdJL0
Regular meeting of the City Council - August 12, 1974 - 7:30 P. M.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P. M. in the City
Hall by Mayor Con Johnson. Council members present: Bloni-
gen, Erickson, Martie and Walters.
The Mayor announced that the meeting would be taped.
A motion to approve the minutes of July 22, 1974, as pre-
sented, was made by G. Walters, seconded by D. Martie. Voting
in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters.
Opposed: None. Motion carried.
A presentation was made by Leo Nelson who requested that the
Senior Citizen Center be open on Mondays. After discussion, a
motion was made by D. Blonigen, seconded by D. Martie, that the
Sr. Citizen Center will be open Monday through Friday. Director
Karen Hanson is granted a 25% salary increase starting September
11 1974, for the balance of the year; her salary being subject
to review Jan. 1, 1975. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson,
Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
Karen Hanson expressed the desire of Senior Citizen representatives
regarding the possible expansion of the rear portion of the Sen.
Citizen's building. A study of this request will be made before
any council action is taken.
A discussion was held regarding periodic requests to rent the
Sen. Citizen building. A motion was made by G. Walters, seconded
by D. Erickson, that Senior Citizen Center personnel be empowered
to rent their facilities to non-profit organizations only;
there will be no fee stipulation, but any funds collected will
be used for the Center. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson,
Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
Karen Hanson reported plans for a Hugh McKinnon - Viola Schoopf
Day at the Center. A motion was made by D. Martie, seconded by
D. Erickson, that Tuesday, August 20, 1974, be set aside as
Hugh McKinnon - Viola Schoepf Day; a ceremony will be held at
the Senior Citizen Center at 3:00 P. M. and Mayor Johnson will
present awards. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson,
Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
At the request of Axel Rasmussen, a motion was made by D.
Blonigen, seconded by D. Martie, that a Conditional Use Permit
be issued to build a Christian Community utility building across
from St. Henry's Catholic Church (R-2 zoning permit). Voting
in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters.
Opposed: None. Motion carried.
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August 12, 1974 -- cont' d.
A motion was made by D. Martie, seconded by D. Blonigen, for
approval of Axel Rasmussen to attend a Building Inspection
School, with the city paying $34-50. Voting in favor: Bloni-
gen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed: None.
Motion carried.
A presentation was made by Mr. Lee Hatfield regarding truck
parking on city streets. In this regard, a motion was made by
D. Blonigen, seconded by D. Martie, that city property south
of Highway 25 (across from Suburban Gas) be available for
truck parking. Parra-an-e-ity 6r et-- =-T; , , be available fer
trttek parki o. Parking on city streets will e restricted
and city ordinances will be enforced commencing Sept. 1, 1974•
Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, John son, Martie and
Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
Lee Hatfield mentioned that the curfew ordinance for minors is
in need of change. This matter was tabled until the next
meeting.
A presentation was made by Darold and Linda Burma regarding
Dog Patrol Service for Big Lake and Monticello. Tentative
approval was given to this service; final approval will be made
after fee schedules are decided.
The Mayor gave a report on engineering projects.
A motion was made by D. Erickson, seconded by D. Martie, to
approve the proposal of North Central Public Service Co. for a
1" natural gas main extension on Highway 25 & 4th Street.
Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters.
Opposed: None. Motion carried.
Signs for the Downtown Parking Project have been ordered. The
Administrator and Engineer were asked to develop a sign and
striping policy for the city lots at Third & Walnut.
A motion was made by D. Blonigen, seconded by D. Erickson, to
adopt the recommendation of the Building and Industrial Develop-
ment Commission to purchase, at the maximum price of $30,000.00,
the Kj ellberg building and one garage only, subject to the
auditor's review of funds available. Voting in favor: Blonigen,
Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion
carried.
Dan Blonigen will head a two man committee to study the feasi-
bility of salvaging material from the Kjellberg buildings.
Dan Blonigen mentioned a traffic problem at the Riverview
Medical Center. It was the consensus of the Council to turn
this matter over to the Public Safety Commission for study.
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Regular meeting of Council - Aug. 12, 1974. - cont' d.
A discussion was held regarding the Wage Review Board. After
nominations were received, a motion was made by D. Martie, se-
conded by D. Blonigen, to appoint Mr. Wilfred (Bill) Fish, and
Mr. Willard C. Anderson, to the Wage Review Board. Voting in
favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters. Op-
posed: None. Motion carried. The City Attorney and the Adm.
will serve as advisors to this Board. Mr. Bob Rierson is the
other Board member.
A motion was made by D. Erickson, seconded by D. Martie, to
approve the payment of $5,500-00 for the 1974-2 Street Improve-
ment project. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson,
Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
A motion was made by G. Walters, seconded by D. Blonigen, to
approve the partial payment of $26,153-48 for the 1974-1
Street Improvement Project. Voting in favor: Bloni gen, Erick-
son, Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
The aforementioned payments will be on the August listing of
bills paid.
A discussion centered on the Performance Bond held by the City
of Monticello in regard to the contract with Gary L.:Kroll Tree
Removal Service. It was decided by the City Council to have
the City Attorney investigate this matter to determine what
procedures should be followed to ensure Performance Bond re-
quirements are fulfilled.
A motion was made by D. Martie, seconded by D. Bloni gen, to
approve the transfer of $10,000.00 from the Federal Revenue
Sharing savings account to the Federal Revenue checking account.
Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters.
Opposed: None. Motion carried. Part of this amount will be
used to pay $750.00 to Functional Industries, and $5,500-00 for
the 1974-2 Street Improvement Project. It was mentioned that
a 30 day notice is required for the transfer of Federal Revenue
Sharing Funds.
A discussion was held regarding the proposed parking ordinance
change. Council member Gene Walters suggested that before an
ordinance change is made, a place for truck parking should be
located. A motion was made by G. Walters, seconded by D. Blonigen
that this matter be tabled and referred to the Safety Commission
for further study. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson,
Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
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Regular meeting of Council - August 12, 1974 - cont' d.
A motion was made by D. Blonigen, seconded by D. Martie to
approve the Federal Revenue Sharing Actual Use Report for the
period of July 1, 1973 - June 30, 1974. Voting in favor:
Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed:
None. Motion carried.
A complaint was noted of a local resident regarding a possible
fire hazard. This complaint is to be referred to the Fire Chief
and possibly to the State Fire Marshall.
The Administrator was instructed to inform Department Heads
that there will be a tour of their departments on August 19, 1974:
The status of Planning Commission membership was received. In
this regard, a motion was made by D. Martie, seconded by D.
Blonigen, to appoint Mr. Willard (Andy) Anderson to fill the
seat vacated by the resignation of Mel Worth. Voting in favor:
Blonigen, Erickson, Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed:
None. Motion carried.
motion was made by D. Erickson, seconded by D. Martie,
authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the contract with the
Lakedale Water and Sewer Company for the 1974-3 Improvement
Project. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Er_itks§on, Johnson, Martie
and Walters. Motion carried.
The Administrator noted that the state law requires the City
Office be open for voter registration on Friday, August 16,
from 8:00 A. M. to 9:00 P. M.; Saturday, August 17, from 10 A. M.
to 4 P. M.; Monday, August 19, from 8:00 A. M. to 9:00 P. M.;
and Tuesday, August 20, from 8:00 A. M. to 9:00 P. M. The
Council approved this plan, no vote was taken.
The Mayor reported that he will be having a meeting with the
Mayor of Big Lake. The Administrators of the two communities
will be in attendance to study areas of possible cooperation.
Ll The Adm. was instructed to inform Mr. Ralph Eichten that all
employees of the Liquor Store must be 18 years of age or older.
A discussion was held regarding bookcases needed for the Worth-
Brasie Library. Library representatives will be contacted re-
garding this matter.
A motion was made by D. Martie, seconded by D. Erickson, that
the meeting be adjourned. Voting in favor: Blonigen, Erickson,
Johnson, Martie and Walters. Opposed: None. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 10:00 P. M.
Kevin L. LaFrance, Adm.
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