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City Council Minutes 05-10-1978 Special 5-16-78 I MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING May 16, 1978 - 7:30 P. M. Members present: Con Johnson, Dan Blonigen, Arve Grimsmo, Gene Walters, Phil White. Purpose of the meeting: Board of Review - assessed valuations. Mr. Bernie Mattson and Mr. Orlan Krietlow, Wright County assessors for Monticello, were present to explain the assessment procedures used in Monticello. Mr. Mattson informed the council and citizens present that approximately 25% of the residential property in Monticello is reviewed annually. In addition, Mr. Mattson explained that the limited market value of each property may be increased by 10% each year or by 25% of the difference between limited market value and actual market value, whichever is greater. I Comments from the following property owners were heard: 1. Robert Hageman: Questioned why his market value doubled from 1977 to 1978. Answer: It was explained that Mr. Hageman's home was only 50% completed in 1977 and the 1978 market value was based on a 100% completed home. 2. Bob Hammergren: Was concerned about the taxes placed on new homes. Felt that the new homes were valued out of line compared to existing older homes of equal market value. Answer: It was explained that the older homes are re-assessed every 4 or 5 years, but there are limits as to the amount of increase that these homes can be raised each year. 3. Joe Nelson: Asked why his taxes doubled from 1977 to 1978. Answer: In 1977, the market value was determined on a partially completed home, while 1978 market value re- flects as completely finished house. I 4. Gilbert Stickfort: Asked general questions regarding the amount a house can be increased each year and questioned what the special taxing district was for - (Hospital District). 5-16-78 I 5. John Moller: Stated that he only lives in his home for less than three (3) months a year and requested a seasonal classification for determining his taxes. Mr. Mattson explained to the council that if a home is used for recreational purposes, the seasonal rate could apply, resulting in approximately a 20% savings. Motion was made by G. Walters, second by A. Grimsmo, and unanimously carried to have the county assessors re-calculate Mr. Moller's taxes payable in 1977 under the seasonal classification. 6. Ernie Hartwig: Asked that his home be considered as Homestead property for 1978. County assessor will change classification if pro- perty qualifys for Homestead. G. Walters made a motion, second by D. Blonigen and unani- mously carried to accept the assessment rolls for 1978 as amended. Discussion - Interior Decorating - City Hall. I A Minnesota and U. S. flags have been ordered for place- ment in the council chambers and by consensus of the council the following decorative items were approved for the city hall with funds provided from the mayor's salary: 1. A 24" wide burlap strip will be installed on the walls directly behind the council table. 2. A reading table with a decorative lamp will be placed in the lobby area along with an additional outlet. 3. Four or five picture frames with thinam fabric designs will be placed on burlap panels of the office walls. 4. Purchase of one plant for office area. Motion was made by G. Walters, second by D. Blonigen and unanimously carried to install the exterior clock numerals on the brick of the clock tower instead of the redwood facia board. I The dedication program for the new city hall scheduled for June 4, 1978 at 1 P. M. was approved. Meeting adjourned. ~01~~ Adm. Asst. RW / 1 g