City Council Agenda Packet 05-12-1975w
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MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Tentative Agenda
Regular meeting -- May 12, 1975 -- 730 P. M. -- City Hall
Mayor: Con Johnson.
Councilmen: Stan Hall, Dick Martie, Gene Walters, Denton Erickson.
Meeting to be taped.
1. Report on Senior Citizen's Center by Karen Hanson.
2. Report by Wright County Sheriff's Dept. on incidents of
vandalism and disorderly conduct.
3. Report by Liquor Commission.
4. Report by Roads and Streets Commission.
5. Discussion of Dutch Elm disease program, including equip-
ment needs.
6. Report on 1975-1 Sewer and Water Improvement Project.
7. l~onsideration of resolution allowing city engineer to serve
as engineer for curb and gutter project in front of Hospital
and Dental Clinic.
8. Consideration of fire contracts with Monticello, Silver
Creek and Otsego Townships.
9. Consideration of Joint Recreation Program appropriation
and committee.
10. Ordinance review.
11. Approval of April 28, 19?5 minutes.
12. Unfinished business.
13. New business.
MAILING T0:
John Badalich
Don Smith
Mike H~lm
Karen Hanson
Wright County Sheriff
Dr. C. Erlandson
Arve Grimsmo
Agenda Item 1. Senior Citizens report.
Agenda Item 2. Wright County Sheriff's Department report.
At the April 28, 1975 meeting the City Council
directed acting city administrator to write
Wright County Sheriff's Dept. to have a rep-
resentative appear at the May 12, 1975 meeting.
This was done and we'll be discussing such items
as speeding, looting, vandalism and other problems.
Agenda Item g. In assessing our equipment needs fox the Dt~tsth Elm
disease program the city engineer, street super-
visor and myself felt the first priority was a
loader. In reviewing what other cities (most
of which are larger than Monticello) have in
the way of a loader, John Badalich states that
a 2 yard loader is about as large as any city
requires.
Additional equipment such as a chipper, dump truck
and boom truck or attachment will probably be necessary.
At this time, before we get the other equipment,
I am going to have our tree inspector bring us up
to date on the extent of work necessary. This
will entail taking inventory of all trees
to be removed distinguishing between gees that
are endangering other trees and ones that are
dead but will not be spreading disease. An
inventory of the former city was taken last year
and this inventory will be coordinated with the
upcoming inventory.
At this time what is needed from the council is
a decision to authorize the city engineer to pre-
pare specifications for a loader (subject to council
review) so we can let this out on bids.
Agenda Item ~. Report on Watermain and Sanitary Sewer 1975-1 Imp. Project
City engineer is preparing report on above project;
hearing to be May 19, 1975 at 8 P. M.
Agenda Item ~. Res~-lution to allow Orr, Schelen, Mayeron & Assoc.
to serve as engineers on curb and gutter project.
The Hospital and Dental Clinic have engaged a contractor
to put in curb and gutter in front of the hospital
and dental clinic. This project will be paid directly
by the hospital and dental clinic but they must still
meet city specifications. As a result, our city
engineer will have to inspect the project and set
up specifications and a resolution is needed to
allow the firm of Orr-Schelen-Mayeron & Assoc. to
perform this engineering service which would also
be ~tid by the hospital and dental clinic.
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Agenda Item 8. Fire contracts - Monticello, Silver Creek and Otsego
Townships.
We have come to an agreement with the Township of
Monticello to allocate the costs of the fire depart-
ment on an assessed valuation basis. This means that
the Township will pick up 93% of the costs for 1974
or about $6,400. and the City will pick up about
85% of the costs in 19?5 and subsequent years.
The city of Monticello has not signed contracts
with the Otsego and Silver Creek townships for
1975 fire service. ~n the past, the charge has been
$200. standby charge with fire calls charged on
following basis:
$200 - first hour or fraction
$ 75 - second hour or fraction
$ 50 - per hour third and all ensuing hours
and fractions.
Otsego still hasn't paid for 1974 contract and one
fire. Before 1975 contract is signed I believe
we should clear up the 1974 amount owed the city.
What is needed from the council is a motion ap-
proving contracts for fire service for the above
three Townships.
Agenda Item 9. Joint Recreation Program.
As in the past, the School District is requesting
funds (we have budgeted $1325.00) for the Joint
Recreation Program. This is a summer recreation
program and the funds go to pay the director's and
his assistant's salaries. The $1325.00 covers
approximately half the cost of the program with
the remainder being picked up by the school.
What is needed is a motion by the council to approve
the payment and also an appointment to the Joint
Recreation Program Committee of two council appointed
members; the school district appoints two members
to the committee also. The council appointed members
last year were Ken Maus and Ron Peters.
Agenda Item 10. Ordinance Review.
Time permitting, we will proceed on this less than
enviable task.
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May 7, 1975
Honorable Mayor
City Council
Monticello, MN
Gentlemen:
Sheriff`s Law Enforcement Report for the month of April, 1975. 480 hours of patrol
service were contracted for during the period in which the following activity Baas
tallied;
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Assault - Cleared
Theft at Ruff's - Cleared by arrest of 2 riinneapolis men.
Assaults - gang type from Buffalo - Cl~ red
Thefts - at 310 W. 6th Street, Motorcycle - Snowmobile - & Accessories
Theft of Gas - Siphoned
Theft of Bridgewater large Flag
Theft of City Flag from City Hall
Theft - Embezzelment - Cleared
Property Damage to Vehicle at Goulds
Property Damage behind Liquor Store - Cleared by Juveniles cleaned up area.
Property Damage to Rod & Gun Club
Suspicious Circumstances
Prowler Call
Domestic Disturbances
Coronary Death Call
Parking Complaint
Emergency Aid
Hit & Run accident
Citizen Aids
Contributing to Delinquincy of
Accidents Investigated
Repair Tags Issued
Motorists Warned
Citizen Aids
Car & Subject Checks
Minor - Cleared by Arrest
15 Traffic Arrests: 2 Erratic Driving, 1 Lane Use, 2 Speed, 4 Open Bottle, 2 D.W.I.,
1 Equipment, 3 Drivers License Violations
1 Arrest on Fish Violation
1 Arrest of Possession Stolen Property
2 Arrest on Warrants
You .truly,
Darrell Wolff, Sheriff
Billings: For the month of April, 1975 $2,920,00
T0: Monticello City Council
FROM: Karen Hanson, Senior Citizen's Director
Before I bring you my problems, I wish to make note of the fact that
due to the outstanding support given the Senior Citizen's program by
the Monticello City Council, we have the reputation of being one of
the finest Centers in the state. I appreciate all you have done for
us and know that you would wish to be made aware of our problems.
This presentation is being made on behalf of the Senior Citizen's
because of a critical situation arising from a lack of space and a
deterioration of our building.
I find in my work with the Seniors several suffering from depression.
These people feel they are no longer needed nor wanted. Any activity
we can offer at the Center to alleviate this problem should be done.
If more space were available we could do more. If we can save one
person from this sort of existence any money we spend on building or
remodeling should be considered money well spent.
Because of increased attendance all five days of the week, we lack
space to offer varied arts and crafts activities. There are people
who desire this sort of activity in preference to cards or ceramics.
It has been our purpose to offer different things of interest in order
to incite the enthusiasm of the majority of Senior Citizen's.
With more people using the Center, we have a problem of safety. With
over 100 attending birthday dinners we have felt it necessary to
change the site of our dinners. .This change is necessary because of
fire hazard with people so crowded into this small area.
With these thoughisin mind, I ask you to give serious consideration
to the following proposals:
A. Secure new building
1. Suggested sites:
a. Seestrom Hardware
b. Kjellberg's Warehouse
C.J
.P e,v f Yoe `'=~ -
(which is already City owned)
B. Remodel present building
1. Enlarge 7 feet into half-alleyway along side of
building
C. Make immediate repairs
1. Sidewalk
a. Broken cement
b. Hard to shovel
c. Dangerous to Senior's and general public
2. Roof
a. Exterior roof
b. Ceiling tiles
c. Carpet ruined from leak
Senior Citizen's Presentation
Page 2.
3. Front of building
a. General appearance
b. Sign
1) Complaint about condition
2) Overhanging sign - should
3) Previous plane to remodel
problems
it be painted or replaced
front would eliminate above
CITY OF MONTICELLO ---- BUDGET PROJECTION 1975
Following is an update of our budget for 1975 as it reflects
our General, Street and Park Funds.
(+ surplus - deficit)
Pickup
Loader
Administrator
General Park & Street
Equipment
Snow removal
2 Way Radio - Fire
Department
Garbage disposal
Contract
Civil Defense
NET SURPLUS
Equipment Needs
+ 6,000 Bond proceeds & Dutch Elm Fund
+ 24,000 Bond proceeds & Dutch Elm Fund
+ 17,500 Salary employee benefits
+ 4,000 Bond proceeds
- 11,000 Increase over budget
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- 4,200 Added item ,~~' `~"~
- 2,750 Increased in contract
- 1,000 Director expenses
+32,550•
Funds Available ~,,,r~'~~
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Packer ~`' $ 1,000
Street & Park
Equipment „~ ~~Y,000
l! ~,`, _.
Loader - - 20,000
~t,i `;'~~- ~~:~-~~ Pickup f ,, "~~ytP.-~ 6,000
~'~~"~ Dump Truck 9,000
Shredder 6,000
~4~,000
Wages
Rental r • ~ ~ ~~~ ~ s
Building & Land
New Building
Balance in Funds
Dutch Elm
$40,000 approx.
10,000
3,000
9,~
6,000
Bond Issue
$130,000
1,000
4, 000
10,000
3,000
6,000
3,000
17,000
82.000
#3,~ $13,000
1" °~v
If we proceed with the following: sidewalk improvement and new roads (by
Bud Kline and Maple St. for apartments) the cost will be approximately
Sidewalk $25,000
Roads 12,000 (~ blocks)
X37,000
This $37,000 could be partially financed by the $32,550 surplus
above.
Gary Wie r
May 12, 1975
C0: Monticello City Council
FROM: Karen Hanson, Senior Citizen's Director
Before I bring you my problems, I wish to make note of the fact that
due to the outstanding support given the Senior Citizen's program by
the Monticello City Council, we have the reputation of being one of
the finest Centers in the state. I appreciate all you have done for
us a.*~d know that you would wish to be made aware of our problems.
This presentation is being made on behalf of the Senior Citizen's
because of a c:•itical situation arising from a lack of space and a
deterioration of our building.
i finc'_ in my work with the Seniors several suffering from depression.
T::ese people feel they are no longer needed nor wanted. Any activity
w~e can offer at the Center to alleviate this problem should be done.
Tf more space were available we could do more. If we can save one
person from this sort cf existence any money we spend on building or
remodeling should be considered money well spent.
Because of increased attendance all five days of the week, we lack
space to offer varied a.^ts and crafts activities. There are people
b~.:o desire this sort of activity in preference to cards or ceramics.
It has been our purpose to offer different things of interest in order
to incite the enthusiasm of the majority of Senior Citizen's.
~Jith more people using the Center, we have a problem of safety. With
over 10(} attending birthday dinners we have felt it necessary to
change the site of our dinners. Tanis change is necessary because of
fire ha~.ard with people so crowded into this small area.
~lith these though ~ in mind, I ask you to give serious consideration
to the following proposals:
~. uecure new building
~. Suggested sites:
a. Seestrom Hardware
b. f~jellbera's Warehouse (which is already City owned)
~. remodel present building
'. Enlarge 7 feet into half-alleyway along side of
building
+'. °!3i:e immediate repairs
:~id~~.,alk
a. ^r:ken cement
b. Nara to shovel
c. llaaaer~~~s to Senior's and general public
. KOJI
a. r~xterior roof
b. Ceiling tiles
:.. .arpet ruined frog. leak
Senior Citizen's Presentation
?age ~.
3.'~~ront of buildzng
a. General appearance
b. Sign
'>VComplaint about condition
'~ Overk~anging sign - should
37 :'revious plans to remodel
problems
it be painted or replaced
front would eliminate above