City Council Agenda Packet 02-27-1978AGENDA
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RLGUI,AR MLETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
February 27, 1475 - 7:30 P.N.
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Councilmen: Daniel Blonigen, Gene Watters, Philip White,
Arve Grimsmo.
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Citizen Conuucnts.
3. CunsIdcrat.iuu of Rezoning Lots I1, 12, and i,., Block C,
Lower Montieeilo or Entire North s of Block C from R-2
(Single and Two Family Residential/) to B-4 (Regional
Business).
Bui,ness). Fall- 14111$ f.1. 13ev" A�
-. Consideration of Final Plat - Riverside Plat.
3. Consideration of Conditional Use Permit - Pet Hospital.
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4. Cons�i1deration or Building Permit - Rick Doerr and Dean Hoglund.
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i. Consi devat i.on of CondJ ttona11.,41se Permi t - Commer, int St orage -
Mv. Marn Flicker. L\?PRa.--X
h. Consideration of Resolution Authurizirrµ Construution of
Silver t'ux Motet, and Author.izinil $410,010 .in ('ommercJal
Deve1 opmenQQReventtl Notes. I_
fJ. C.onsideration of Increasing hours o s'cnior Citi, ens'Centel,.
977•01K. Review or Liquor Stare Report for 1977-
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9. Consideration of (laving Specifications Prepared for DicAd.
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talo. New Buttlnexis - Special Meeting - March b, 1o7h - later -
view Applicants - Building Inspector Position.
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEE'r1NG MONTTCELCO 'CITY COUNC;i'.I.
February 27, '1975
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Mayor: Con 0. Johns—
Councilmen: Daniel BLon.igen, Gene Watters, Philip hh"i.te,
Arve Gr-imsmo.
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./Citizen Comments.
{� 1-. CousidevaLlon of Rezoning Lots 11., 1*^--, cid 1 BLocic C"
Lower Monticello or Entire North a of BLock C from R-2
(Single and Two Family Resident.ial) to B-4 (Regirntal
Busi.ness). FoL 'Jlstl78 Ip.C• �.SsA
2. Consideration of Final Plat - Riverside Plat,.
K3. Consideration of Conditional Use Perm -it. - Pet. Hospi-tali
Sit Ploy..
4. Consideration of Building Permit, - Wick Doerr and Dean lioglund.
i. Consideration of Conditional 10
Ise Pci�i(: - Commek-ial Storage -
Mr. Marn Flicker. L\e f t w� '7
6. Con -sideration of Resolution Authoriz:ing- l.onstr•uvtaon of
silver- lox Motel and Authorizing $410,1100 in Commercial a1
Ducel opment Revenuyl Notes. �_ Nu ;
Consideration of Increasing liours of cniar• C),tlzens Center.
.,R"bview of Liquor Store Report for 14,'7.
Consideration of Ilaving SpoclifIcat.i.ony Prepared for Diesel
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Truck. Ful 3113114 .., L WA
�to. New Business - Special Meeting - March 6, 1476 - Tnter-
view ApplAxants - Building Inspector Position.
It. Consideration of increasing Street Widths - 1977-3 Street
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RI 1 Approval of bills G441911
13. Approval of Minutes - Feb. 13, 1979.
14. Unfinished business.
IS. New business.
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MMICELLO CITY =NCIL
REGULAR MEETING
February 27, 1978 — 7:30 P.M.
Members present: Gene Walters, Arve Grimsmo, Philip White, Dan Blonigen.
1. Consideration of Rezoning, Lots 11 ` 12, and 13. Block C, Lowar Monticello
or Entire North * of Block C from R-2 (SinRle and Two Yamily Residential)
to B-4 (Reaional Business).
Joe Peterson, owner of the home located at 348 East Broadwr,y, requested
the rezoning of his property from R-2 to B-4 (Regional Business) for the
purpose of setting up a Hair Styling Shop in the residential home.
Mr. Peterson, a real estate agent from Buffalo, recently purchased the
home on Lots 11, 12, and 13 and has a potential buyer for the home who
wishes to use the house as his residence along with a heir styling shop.
Mr. Peter son did contact some of the area residents who signed a statement
iniieating that they would not object to a hair styling shop or to rezoning
of the entire north J of Block C. However, several who signed the petition
have asked to be removed or have submitted lettere to that effect.
At the hearing held at the Planning Commieeion, residents of the area
appeared in opposition to the request and the Planning Commiasion recom-
mended denial of the request.
" Due to the strong opposition to rezoning, Mr. Poteraon asked that tho
rezoning request be withdrawn. Instead, Mr. Peterson indicated that he
will be applying for the necessary variances to allow a hair styling shop
within the house as a "home occupation."
2. Consideration of Final Plat - Riverside Plat.
Riverside Plat is located just east of the Riverside Cemetery and consists
of right lots ranging.in size from 14,200 square. fest to 2J acres with an
outlot B immecli.ately west of West River Road as it crosses Otter Creek.
Outlot p consists of two segmenta( one north of creek of 3100 square feet 2
and another south consisting of 9050 square feet. Outlot B is unbuildable�
becau w:of lot aize and flood plain provisions.
The Plot has been reviewed by the city engineer, who recomm aded approval
of thu final plot provided a minor change on the drainage easement through
Outlot B was recorded.
Moti7n was made by P. Whita* seconded by D. Blonigen and unanimously
carrial to approve the final Riverside Plat contingent upon approval of
drainsge casement over Outlot B by city engineer, John Badalich.
In addition, Mr. Sanlbarg proposed to dedicate the 1C% park raquir+mtant
in tan! adjacent to previously dedicated land in Mr. Sandberg's Anders
wiihp: £states.
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3. Consideration of Conditional Use Permit - Pot Homital.
- At the City Council's September 27, 1977 meeting, a building permit and
conditional use permit was approved for Joel Erickson to build a Pet
Hospital within a B-3 (Highway Business) zone on the east side of Highway
25 just south of the I-94 Interchange.
Dr. Erickson has now decided to build on property owned by the Shopping
Center. The building would be a separate structure of approximately
3000 square feet, and would be located about 150' north of the present
shopping center structure. Since the shopping center is also located
within a B-3 zoning district, a conditional use permit would be necessary.
Motion was made by A. Grimsmo, seconded by P. White and unanimously
carried to approve a conditional use permit for a Pet Hospital at the
shopping center with the following conditions:
1. No outside pens or kennels.
2. Annual inspection by City Health Officer at owner's ciTence.
3. All animals must be leased.
4. Treatment would be limited to small domesticated animals.
5. Sideyard setbacks would be 20 feet instead of 10 feet.
6. No outside storage of carcasses.
4. Consideration of Building Permit - Rick Doerr and Dean HoRlund.
Rick Doerr and Dean Hoglund requested a building permit to construct n
/ 42' X 300' storage building on the north � of Lot 2, Block 1, Oakwood
Industrial Park.
The 12,000 square foot building would be steel construction consisting
of fifty (50) individual garages for rental storage. Thesiteplan in-
cludes a layout for a second building which would not be constructed at
the present time.
This usage is a permitted use within an Industrial Zone, but since the
lot Is being subdivided, a certificate of survey would be nccoasay.
A motion was made by D. Blonigon, seconded by P. White and unanimously
carried to approve the building permit for the rental storage building,
contingent upon final approval of city engineer regarding proper drainage
elevations on property.
In addition, a motion was made by P. White, seconded by D. Blonigen and
unanimously carried to approve the following:
1. Approval of subdivision provided a certificate of survey is
obtained.
2. Approved waiving any park dedication requirement.
3. Approved waiving the curb barrier requirement on the south side
of the parking lot for 2 years, at which time the serond trjilding
would be constructed or curb barrier would have to be completed.
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• Consideration of Conditional Ilse Permit - Commercial Storape - Mr. Earn
Flicker.
Mr. Marn Flicker has purchased the former Fullerton Lumber site and is
proposing to utilise the existing storage building: for his own busin^ss
and additionally he intends to temporarily lease out additional mace
primarily to businesses in the downtown area.
in order to allow commercial (leased) storage within a 1-1�4 zone, a condi-
tional use permit would have to be issued, since storage is allowed, but
only as accessory to the principal use of a building on the same site.
Mr. Flicker also presented preliminary plans for a new 8000 square foot
buiDL,ng on the site which he indicates could be built as early as this
spring or summe-. This new building would be divided into two retail
cabs outlets of 4000 6quara feet apiece with Flickcr's TV and Appiicancc
occupying one site and the other being leased out. At the time of com-
pletion, the existing buildings would be used 100% by e9tablishments on
the site, and a conditional use permit would no longer be neceasiry.
Mr. Flicker also indicated that he will be fixing up the existing storage
buildings so they are compatible with the surrounding area.
Since the use of the existing buildings will be t(-mporary in nature and
eventually with the construction of a new building, the existing storage
buildings will comply with Monticello ordinances, the Plravdng Commlcoion
recommended issuance of a temporary conditional uno poraLt for tw^lve (12)
months contingent upon a presentation of an approved site plan aliowis.g
proaent and future buildings, parking, etc.
A motion was made by P. White, seconded by A. Grimamo and unanimously
carried to approve the issuance of a temporary 12 month conditional use
permit to Marn Flicker for use of the existing buildings as commercial
storage.
5. Consideration of. Resolution Authorizing, Can struction ofSilver Fox Motel
and Authorizing $140.000 in Commercial bevelonment Revenue Notes.
At a previous meeting held 6.27-77, the city council adopted a resolution
approving the issuance of $410,000.00 Commercial Development Revenue BonJs
for the Silver Fox Motel. Due to a change in ownership from Stuart Hoglund
to Kra. Zupan, who now owns 25%, the legal consultants for the bond issue
have requested that the city adopt a new resolution authorising the $410,000
Commercial Development Revenue Notes.
Motion was made by P. White, seconded by D. Hlonigen and unanimously
carriod to adopt a new resolution authocialug conetui;Ucvi o, the Silver
Fox V)tel and authorizing $410,000.00 in Commercial Development Revenue
notes contingent upon review and approval of city attorney. (See Re.olution
N3.)
7. Consideration of Increasing Hours of Senior Citizens Center.
At a recent mooting, Senior Citizen Canter Director, Karan Hanson, re-
quLsted the council consider increasing the hours of opera'ion of the ;enter.
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A survey was conducted by Karen Hanson, of the senior citizens regarding
hours of operation and the majority polled suggested the center be open
as follows:
Currently Proposed
Monday -Friday 1=30_SP,M. 10 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
Saturday -Sunday Not Open 1:30-4:30 P.M.
Ao a result, the 'euggestud increase in hours would be from =3 ho*irs a
week to 39 hours a week.
Karen indicated that a host and hostess would be assigned to supervise
the center on weekends and she may also have someone other than herself
open the center in the morning.
The Senior Citizen Center Board of Directors recommended approval of the
increased hours contingent upon Karen being considered as a full time
employee of the city (i.e. entitled to vacation, sick leave, etc.).
Notion was made by P. White, seconded by A. Orimsmo and unanimously
carried to approve the increase in hours per proposed schedule and reco5-
nition of Karen Hanson as a full time employee entitled to employe -
fringe benefits.
8. Review of Liquor Store Report for 1977.
The council reviewed with Mark Irmiter, liquor store manaEer, Lhc 1977
financial statements for the liquor store off sale operation.
The sales increased by over $90,000 in 1977 to $503,000 and not iacomo for
1977 increased to $45,686 compared to $24,320 in 1976.
The financial statements were accepted as presented.
9. Consideration of Having Soecifications Prenared for Diesel.Truck.
Mike Hajals, public works director, requested that the city council
consider purchasing an additional truck for use in snow plowing, street
maintenance, etc.
Expanded stow removal responsibilities have occurreddue to the additions in
the Industrial Park, Anders -Wilhelm Estates, Sandberg South, Rivereide Plat,
and additional streets ouch as the proposed Walnut Street from dou-mown to
the shopping center.
By purchasing an additional truck, snow removal time would be cut end
during the simmer months, one of the present trucks would be devoted
primarily to diseased tree removal.
Mr. Rajala also indicated that a continual process of vehicle upgrsaing
over the next few years is essential for successful operation of a;i effective
equipment management program. (Sea supplement 2-27_78 N1.)
CMotion was made by P. White, seconded by A. Orimemo and uncn!nously
carried to authorise the public works director to prepare spucifi.•atione
for the purchase of a now diesel dump truck with plows and sander.
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10. New Business - Special Meeting - March 6. 1978 - Interview Anplicants -
Building Inspector Position.
The council set March 6, 1978 as the date to interview 6-8 potential
candidates for the position of city building inspector.
From an original field of 40 applicants, the council and city administrator
have narrowed tho applicants down to 6-8 who will be notifS.-.i of tha Inter-
view Lime.
11. Consideration of Increasing Street Widths - 1977-3 Street Improvement Program.
At the council's last meeting, O.S.M. was requested to get cost estimates
on establishing forty (40) foot widths for 3rd, 4th, and 6th Streets.
Estimated additional cost per block based on bituminous surface with
aggregate base is $500 per block. Breakdown is as follows:
3rd Street $7,000
4th Street 7,000
6th Street 3.500
TOTAL $17,500
By council conseneua, the city engineer was instructed to prcparp the
specifications to include 40' street widths for 3rd, 4th, and 6th Strecto.
In addition, John Badalich, city engineer, has contacted the Wright County
F7:ginoor relative to the possibility of using county state aid funds for
improving 4th Street.
The county engineer indicated they would require the posting of "no
parking signal on one aide if the width was not at least 44' w143. How-
ever, the county would be willing to consider a redesignation of county
state aid roads as follows:
City to give up: all of 4th Street except Locust to Walnut
City to obtain: Walnut from Broadway to 7th Street and 7th St.
from Walnut to Highway 25
In this matter, Walnut Street would adhere to the county's requirements
as it is proposed for a 44' width. Additionally, there is a good likelihood
the county would share in the city's portion of the Walnut Street railroad
crossing coats. (See supplement 2-27-78 A'2.)
A motion was made by G. Walters, seconded by A. Grimsmo and unanimous'_y
carried to adopt a resolution deleting all of 4th Street except Locust
to Walnut as a county state aid road end requesting that Walnut Street
from Broadway to 7th and 7th Street from Walnut to Highway 25 be
designated as county state aid mads which would be brought up to 44'
width standards. (See Resolution 1978 AN,.)
John Badalich also estimates that an approximate savings of $904100.Mo
can Le realized on the utrest improvements if county state aid ltinds can
U obtained.
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Mr. Badalich also informed the council that Front Street between Walnut
and Linn is currently located off the center of the right of wady and should
be moved further south. This would necessitate removal of some trees
or if left as is, would require obtaining property from the north side
property owners. By council consensus, John Badalich will contact the
affected property owners along Front Street to find out which alternative
they would prefer.
Alw, wwiullutwi Blonigen again requested that the council consider con-
structing curb, gutter, and permanent street improvements on Vine Street
between 4th Street and railroad tracks. Mr. Blonigen felt that other
similar "deadend" streets used by residences should also be improved with
curb, gutter, etc.
By consensus, a decision will be made on the request at the next meeting.
12. Approval of Bills.
Motion was made by A. Grimsmo, seconded by P. white and unanimously
carried to approve the list of bills for February 1978 as presented.
(See supplement 2-27-78 /!3.)
13. Approval of Minutes.
Councilman Blonigen requested that the minutes be amended to note thaL he
requested the council consider full street improvements to deadend streets
serving residential homes.
Motion was made by P. White, seconded by A. Grimsmo and unanimouGly
carried to approve the minutes of 2.13-78 as amended to include council-
man Blonigen's comments.
14. Miscellaneous.
A. Discussion on frozen waterline - Jack's outlet.
The water service at Jack's outlet was frozen recently and according to
city ordinances, property owners are responsible for all repairs to the
water line from the street main to the building. Jack's Outlet feels
that they should not be responsible for costs involved in thawing the
line because it was not originally placed deep enough.
It was council consensus to have the city pay the recent tlil for thawing
the water line at Jack's Outlet provided an agreement is obtained indica-
ting that the city will no longer be responsible should it freeze again.
Jack's will be informed that during the winter months, the water should be
kept running at all times and they would only be charged the minirum
water billing.
B. Council consensus was that any potential buildable lot abutting a
street proposed for improvements under the 1977-3 street program wcald
receive a sewer and water service to eliminate future possibility of
tearing up the newly improved streets.
C. Note that the regular council meeting scheduled for .1-1;2-78 will
begin at 6:00 P.M. for the purpose of reviewing with th-I 111muiing ommlssion
the revised comprehensive plan.
Meuytng adjourned.
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AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
Agenda Item 1.
Consideration of Rezonina Lots 11 12. and 13. Block C,
Lower Monticello or Entire North , of Block C from R-2
(Single and Two Family Residential) to B-4 (Regional
Business).
Joseph Peterson, owner of the home located at 34S E.
Broadway, is requesting the rezoning of his property from
R-2 to B-4 for the purpose of setting up a hair styling
shop in the residential home.
Mr. Peterson, a real estate agent from Buffalo, recently
purchased the home on Lots 11, 12, and 13 and has a
potential buyer for the home who wishes to use the house
as his residence along with a hair styling shop
After reviewing the "Home Orcuaption" definition .in the
zoning ordinances, it, appears that: numerous varianres
would have to be granted for the proposed hair styling
shop to exist in the currently zoned residential proprrty.
The potential buyer of this property hopes to expand to
two operators In a year or so which would certainly
create mere than one. car for off street parking.
Home occupations allow only the residents of the property
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to conduct the business and allow only one car for off
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street parking at a time.
Mr. Peterson did contact some of the arca residents who
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signed a statement indicating that they would not object
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to a hair styling shop ov to rezoning of the entire north
of Block C. However, it should be pointed out that
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several who signed the petition have asked to be removed
or have submitted letters to that effect.. A copy of the
statement is enclosed with indications of those asked to
be removed and copies of letters from those who ha%e
written to be removed.
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Dick Dwinoll,, consulting planner, has reiummended against
"spot zoning+i of individual parcels and dors not feel that
the north J of this block should be commercial, which would
result in a strip or commercial properly along East Btondway.
The Revised Comprehensive Plan proposes to leave this area
R-2.
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At the hear.inq held at the Planning Commission, residents
of the area appeared in opposition to the request and
the Planning Commission recommended denial of the request.
POSSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of approving or denying
reconing request. (if approved, vernmmendat:ions regarding
the rezoning of entire north I of block.) Requires 415
vote for approval.
REFERENCES: Map depicting arca, circulated statement,
copies of letters received.
Acenda Item 2. Cnnsideration of Final Plat - Riverside Plat.
This plat .is located just cast of the Riverside Cemetery
and consists of eight lots ranging in size from 14,200
square feet to 2j acres with an outl.ot B immediately
west of W. River Road as it crosses Otter Creek. Outlot
B consists of two segments; one north of creek of 3100
square feet and another south consisting of 9050 square
feet. Oudot B is unbuil.dable because of lot size and
flood plain provisions.
Mr. John Sandberg, developer of this plat, will be unable
to attend Monday night's meeting but he will have a
representative review the plat with the council if necessary.
This plat has been previously approved by the.. planning
commission and city council In preliminary form.
In talking to Mr. Sandberg, he would propose to dedicate
the 101p park requirement in land. Area proposed would be
adjacent to previously dedicated land in Mr. Sandberg's
Anders Wilhelm Estates. Thin seems to bo appropriate, as
the size of the Riverside Plat (G.O acres) is too small
for a 10" park dedication within the plat to be of much
use.
O -S -M is reviewing plat and recommends approval contingent
upon a drainage easement being increased which will be
discussed at Monday's meeting.
IN POSSIBLE. ACTION: Consideration of Plat approval.
� RIA.LRLNCFS: Plat available at city hall.
Agenda Item 3. Consideration oP Conditional Ilse+ Permit - Pet Hospital.
At the City Council's September 27, I977 meeting, a
building permit and conditional time permit %an approved
for Joel Erickson to build a Pet Ilospital within a n-3
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(highway Business) zone on the east 'side of Highway 25
just south of the 1-94 Interchange.
Dr. Erickson has now decided to build on property owned
by the Shopping Center. The buiJ,ding world be a separate
structure of approximately 3000 snc,feet:- (Plans for
building are the same as before). A site plan has been
presented showing the location of the proposed buil.ding
whi.cii is about. 150 feet north of the shopping center and
siLuated on an area just north of the area that. is now
blacktupped.
Since the shopping center area is in a B (Ilighway Business)
zone, a conditional use permit would be necessary. Follow-
ing are the conditions for a Pet Hospital in a B-3 zone.
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1. No nrrtside pens or kennels.
2. Annual, inspection by Citi- Health Officer- atowner's
expense.
3. All animals must be leashed.
4• Treatment would be limited to small domesticated
animals.
5. Sideyard setbacks would be 20 feet instead of 10
feet.
0. No outside storage of carcasses.
AL Lhc,ir last meets -ng, the planning commission recommended
approval of the permit.
PI)SS1DIE ACTION: Consideration of Conditional Use Permit,
Request.
REFERENCES: Enclosed letter from Dr. f•.rickson (writ.ten
September 1977•)
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Consideration of Pod ding Permit •• Rick Duerr and Dean
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Hoglund.
Rick Doerr and Dean Hoglund are requesLing a building
permit to construct a 42' x ,1100' storage building on the
north i of Lot 2, Block 1, Oakwood lnclustrial Park.
Thr 12,000 square foot building would be steel construction
consisting of fifty (50) individual garages for rental
Ntorage. The site plan includes a la)aut for a second
building which would not be constructed at the present
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'i The building would be located just cast of the roller
rink and would front on the road proposed for construction
in 1978.
This usage is allowed according to the ordinance in the
Oakwood industrial Park as a permitted use. but since
this lot is being subdivided, the following; requirements
are necessary:
1. Certificate of survey
2. Review by Planning rommiss.ion
3. Review and approval by council
4. Park dedication requirements
It appears that since the Oakwood Industrial Park has
already gone through subdivision requirements, the park
dedication requirement has merit for being waived in this
case.
Enclosed, please find a copy of the proposed site plan.
This may be revised somewhat, with the parking area in
front of the first building increased from 30 to 40 feet.
-It; should be pointed out that the site for the second
building would be put into grass seed to comply with out-
ordinances
urordinances and the .landscaping requirements wi.l..l be met.
As prnpused, the cnt.l.re bituminous area wuuLd have a curb
barrier perimeter except to the south (area or proposed
second building).
At their meeting of 2-21-78, the Planning Commission
recommended approval of items 1-4 below.
POSSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of e
1. Approval of building permu bit -.-L
2. Approval of subdivision
3. Waiving park dedication
4. Waiving curb barrier requirement on south side of
parking area. 0"64DJ19 POt 2 yNR9 IA`AtUW�`
REFERENCES: Enclosed map. � s�ti� CtLAtarA.�
Site Plan.
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A_enda Item 5. Consideration of Conditional Use Permit - Commercial,
Storage - Mr. Marn Flicker.
Mr. Marn Flicker has purchased the former Fullerton Lumber
site, and is proposing to utilize the existing storage
buildings for his own business and additionally he intends
to temporarily lease out additional spate primaeily to
businesses in the downtown area. Total square footage
of these buildings is over 2700 square feet.
Fn order to allow commercial (leased) storage wit=hin a
B-4 zuue, a cunditiunal. use permit would have to be issued.
Within a B-4 zone, storage is allowed, but only as
accessory to the principal use of a Wilding on the
same site.
I'he following is excerpted from ordinance section
10-22-1 relative to conditional. use permits:
The Planning Commission shall consider possible ad-
verse effeut.s of the proposed amendment or condi.tional
use.. Il.s judcement shall be based upon (but not
limited to) the following factlors:
1. Relati,unshl.p to municipal iumprchen¢i,ve plan.
2. The geographical area involved.
3. Whether such use will Lend to ur "Ltual.ly
depreciate the area in which it is proposed.
4. The charact=er of the surrounding area.
5. The demonstrated need for such use.
Mr. Flicker has presented preliminary plans for a new
9000 square foot bultdi.ng on the site whish he indicates
could be built as early as this spring or summer. This
new building would be divided ,into two retail, antes out-
lecs of 4000 square feet apiece with Fllcker's TP and
Appliance occupying one site and the other being leased
out. At the time of completion, the existing buildings
would be used 100% by establishments on the site. As
mentioned, our current zoning ordinance would allow the
exisl.ing buildings to become arcessoY to a permitted
use within a I3-4 zone.
g Mr. Flicker also Indicated that he will be fixing up the
df` existing storngu buildings so they arc compatible with
the surrounding area. In talking to J. N. Miller and
reviewing the building code it would appear that a cer-
tificate of occupancy is nerrraary br.oust, of the Change
in use classification. Additionally. rude Indicates the
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the buildings should be broughtup to Lode but because
it falls into a less hazardous classification, an ex-
ception can be granted from full adherence to the State
Building Code.
Since the use of the existing buildings will be temporary
in nature and eventually with the construction of a new
building, the existing storage buildings will comply
with Monticello ordinances, the Planning Commission
rrtcommended issuance of a temporary conditional use permit
For twelve (12) months contingent upon a presentation
of an approved site plan showing present and future
buildings, parking, etc. To insure that the existing
buildings will be brought into compliance with city ordi-
nances within one year a certificate of deposit or surety
bond could be requested providing that the security shall
be forfeited if buildings are not brought into compliance.
Our Business and Industrial Development Commission met
and concurred with the Planning Commission's recommenda-
ti-on.
In reviewing th.irt matter with out- building illspettor,
it was felt that the existing storage building wuld be
given a 12 month temporary conditional use permit for
commercial storage effective with the issuance of a
rertificateof occupnney for commercial storage. This
certificate of occupancy for commercial usage would not
be issued until the buildings are brought up to code and
improvements completed.
POSSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of Temporary Conditional
Use Permit for Commercial Storage.
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f RI-TERF.NCES: Mr. Flicker will bring ote plan
Mondays meeting showing present s pro-
posed buildings.
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1r \t;cnda :Ctrm 6. VConsideration of Resolution Authorizing Cunstvut.lion of
C Silver Fox Motel and Authorizing $410,000 in Commercial
Development Revenue Notes.
As explained in a letter dated February 20, 19-,i (copy en-
closed), it is necessary for the City of Monticello to
consider the resolution enclosed in reference to the above
It;em. Thiy has resulted due to change fn ownership from
Stuart Hoglund to Motel Manager, Mrs. Zupan, who now owns
25,1 and Ed Larson, 75;1.
It has been necessary for the Silver For Motel to utilize
construction funds to this point Since the change in partner-
ship resulted in complications and time delays in using
Commercial Development Revenue Notes.
7 am enclosing copies of the agenda supplement of 6-27-77
reviewing the background on this .item.
PUSSTBI.E Ar7'LON: Consideration of Resolution.
RhhERENCES: Agenda Supplement. Reference 6-27-77
Letter of 2-20-75
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Agenda Item 7. Consideration of lnevear;inrt lluuvt: of Senior Citizens Crater.
At a recent meeting, Senior Citizen fentev Director,
Karen Ilanson, requested the couneil. consider increasing
the hours of operation of the center. At that meeting, Lire
council requested that a survey be taken to determine
interest in increasing hours.
Karen Hanson has reported, ui' the forty (40) individuals
surveyed at the center, thirty-seven (3:) would like to
see tho hours increased. In addition, the survey asked for
specific proposals on Increased hours and the consensus is
to establish the follows -ng hnui•s.
Currently Proposed
Monday -Friday 12:30 - 5 PM 10 AM - 4: ill PM
Sitturday-Sunday Not. open 100 - 41 SO PM
As a result, Clio suggested increase In hours would be from
23 hours a week to 39 hours a week.
In talking Co Karen, she indicated that a hostand hostess
would be assigned to supervise the center on weekender.
Additionally, she indicated that she may hate soseune
other than herself open the center in the murninq.
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At Lhei:r mect'i.ng, the Senior Ci;tdzenn Center Board recom-
mended approv al. of the .increased hours contingent. upon
Karen Hanson being -considered as a fail time employee of
the city (i.. e. entitled to vacation and sick pay. benefits);.
Their feel"i.ng was that the increased hours of operation
would increase the workload and responsibility of the
director.
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POSSIBI E ACTION: Consideration of:
1. Increasing hours of center operation.
2. Recognizing Senior Citizen Director as 1`01 time
employee entitled to employee benefits as indicated.
Ap-cnda item 8.
Review of Liquor Store Report for 1977.
Enclomed, please find the liquor store f..inancial report,
for 1977•
Folluw-i;ng .is a comparison of budget, and rw"foal foo the
signi.fi,cant .items for 1977:
Budgeted Actual, D-iffurerice-
Sal es $475, POO $503,,i65 +2S56S
Gross Profit, 95,900 105,'04) + 97_9G
Cross Prorii; %$ 20-.19; 2t1.9$�
Salnries 35,'150 2p,)S4 - 52gG
Operating, Expenses 68,300 60,432 - ,7868
Opnrati,ng Incnme_ 27,60045,'64 '+.L76C4.
Operating, Income' � j.3I%. S.,9S2 +Tr1_7S
As" you can tier,, ,a1'I signif.icnnt-factors .in the budget were
exceeded. (A minus in expenses .in.sa.lar.tes.and operating,
expenses is actually a good sign of course'.)
Additionally, the inventory fl.guie of $58,364 is a good
sign since the inventory in the old stove was as hi-gh
as $71,000. As a result, despite .increased costs and
volume, inventory is actually down about $14,000 all- owing
Cot• increased .investment income.
I think Clio statements reflect. gond management. on the part
of Mark Lr•miter and feel he should be commended for the
resul to.
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POSSIBLE ACTION: Review of statements. Mark will be here
to answer any questions you may have.
RF.FIiRENCESt Enclosed statement.
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.,ends Item 9. Consideration of flavine Specifications Prepared for Diesel
Truck.
Entl.osed, please Lind a report from Mike Rajal,a, P. K.
Director, relative to the purchase of a new diesel truck.
It should be pointed out that the intent of the purchase
is based on the needs indicated in Mike's vepert, however,
in talking to Mike the addition of one truck would be to
repl.acr_ the 1972 Chevrolet truck in snow plowing operations.
The 1972 Chev would then be used primarily for the tree
program and snow removal operations.
Currently there is wasted time on snow removal operations
since the loader is faster than the 3 trucks hauling Lhe
snow. With the addition of a fourth truck, snow i•emnval
would go faster and take less operating dollars.
In snow plowing operations only 3 trucks are necessary
with Like addition of the proposed truck with a wing and
reversible plow. The 1972 Chevrolet has a one way plow '
and is not as efficient as it reversible plow would be.
Tree removal operations requ-i.re the use of a truck and by
timing the older 1972 Chevrolet in this Cap.uity would pro -
lung the Life of the other trucks. Rrplaeement value of
147: truck .is approximately $3000.
In 1978, $20,000 was budgeted for a truck and it would appear
that the cost. would be approximately $22,000 - $25,000. In
1975 it was necessary to float a bond to build a maintenance
building and purchase equipment. It: would seem to make
more sense to continuously update the city's equipment un
a revolving basis rather than going through a bond program,
which was necessary at the time due to annexation, etc.
POSSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of haying Mike prepare
speril'irat:ions for a truck and bringing them to next meeting
of city council Cor approval.
RI:F ERENCES: Mike's memo.
r.unda Item 10. New Business - Special Meeting - March o. I474 - inter-
view Applicants - Building ]'nwpector Position.
q Lnrlosed, please find copies of resumer; and'or applications
for eight. applicants for the building inspector position.
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My thinkin'j; %�oul.d be to rcducc 6is:' 5rOLIp-'%d1;1`O'h 'has
afready been reduced from orfFgi:nal fjitil'd or 40 appideants
to I'Ouv o -v TI�vc individtmts to aTlow ron a halfWour
Interview. A-1-loiWing a, 10-43 minuLe breal, bct%�cqn;inter_-'
views, the spacial meeting-, wptu.Id then take a., - _a hyurs-.
My purpose in sending copies o�t' " t ' he appi i.ca�t fons and >rqswfics
is W a1low,�oti it) review. '--vi' there -is a 'r
I _ part I ulla v
candidate yoti would want - tervit- ��,ewed for sure or 61iminaecd
_n
this could be broujht;up Monday night. Additionally, of
Course, you may want to t,c%-.icw the other applications not
sent out.
Enclosed, also for your review, is a copy of the job descri - p-
U.on and proposed letter to be sent to individuals being
i n Levvl owed. PI case note comment -on proposed 1,706 hour
year - it may reduce the candi,dates considerably if council.
could not at least consider a NO time avvpngemcnC.
Additional.Iyp 'I have enclosed a prqp(�stW Liar of ppssibl
qticstions to be asked at the interview 'session. This method,,
or asking each qandi:daix simiAar q,- tse.qt -.Nins has worked
4te well Ln, inter'vi:ewing candiddte s I, c I Ly � 110- Hlions,.,
C11il / IT J. W. I- M FFLer is Intervi owed, Tt wotd;d- �be- wel.1- ay'sb 63'
determine his Intentions re.lati-vC to ll,:I.s qtmstructi on - -
aciLvEtIcs.
b -,,A(,, upinecting time'for .,intevvi -w.,
RUERENCUS: Job- boticrA.pti on
D, proposed Intorv.1.48ur Questions
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Proposed lecter to �AppllA cants
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,Copies Or -Sp plica . t I,oiis and Rcsiiincs'-, -
,!genda 'I -tem 1-1 Cnnsidcrat.A.on of Increasing Street, Widths 1977-1
St;vevt Improvement Program.
Stre.-et. Widths
At the council"s last mectingi O.S.M. was 'requested to
get cost esti.mates on establishing forty (40 t Foowidths
for 3rd, 4th, and 6th Streets.
Estimated additional cost par block based on bituminous
sue -face with aggregate base is $500 per block. Breakdown
is its follows:
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3rd Street
$7,000
40 Street
7,000
6th Street
3,500
Total
$17,50U
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U.S.M. estimates that approximately j0 trees will have to
be removed as a result of the project. If 3rd, 4th and
6th Streests were to be increased to 40' widths, an
additional five or six trees would hate to be removed.
County State Aid Road
O.S.M. has contacted the county engineer relative to the
possibility of using county state aid funds on 4th Street.
The county engineer indicated they would require the
postin g of "no parking signs" on one side if the width
was not at least 44' wide. However, the county would be
willing to consider a redesi.gnarion of cunnty state aid
roads as follows: '
City to give up: all of 4th Sri -cot except
Locust to Walnut
City to obt-nin: Walnut from Broadway to 7111 Street
and 71.1% Street frumWalnut to High-
way 25.
In this matter, Walnut Street would adhere to the cnunty's
requi.rements as it is proposed for a 44' width. Addition-
ally, thevu Is a good likl.ihoud the county would dtare in
the city's portion of the Walnut Street railroad crossing
costs. This would seem to be compatible with the city's
plans and I recommend consideration be given to the
redesignation. In terms of actual county finds to be
received, O.S.M. is expecting a letter from the county
for Monday's meeting which should give a better Idea of
funds available.
POSSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of street widths on 3rd,
4th and 6th Streets and redesignation request to county
of county state aid roads within Montifello.
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AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
Agenda Item 1. yY'�c���a� 6 ... 4 jiver Fox Motel.
Agenda Item 2.
Stuart Hoglund and Ed Larson, own the Silver
Fox Motel, have requested they be gran a certificate
of occupancy to open their motel.
As you will note on the agenda, this ieir
takes place
on the site as to allow a review of operation to
make a better determination of th ompleteness of
the operation. I have reques that J.W. Miller
contact Paul Klein and the ave an inspection list
of things to be comple ready to be sent out with
the agenda.
It should be so mentioned that the Silver Fox Motel
would li portion of parking to the rear of the
eear
to be left in gravel for parking of trucks.
reasoning was that large trucks would tend to
p the Vavement.This would be a variation from
franca, requxrang +.t.i PL.--'. hard sur -
ft
faced with pavement or concrete. Additions the
parking lot has not yet been striped as require y
our ordinance; however, the owners indicated
intend to stripe it but this shote,. . ur. done for
at lea et a month n ---ping will fade into the
blark toe a too soon.
FMSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of approval of certificate
REFERENCES: Inspection sheet of uncompleted items.
Consideration of Approval of Commercial Development
Revenue Bonds - Silver Fox Motel.
At a previous meeting in November of 1976, a resolution
was passed giving preliminary approval to the issuance
of Commercial Development Revenue Bonds for the Silver
Fox Motel. Monday night, the city council will be
requested to give final approval for $410,UUU bond issue.
I -he main attraction of Commercial Development Revenue
Bonds is that interest earned on those bunds is tax
exempt from both federal and state income taxes. As
a result of thls feature, the interest rdt.e to the
developer, like Silver Fox Motel, is lower than
other alternative methods of financing.
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It should be pointed out that although the city does
issue the bonds, it is in no w= liable for their
payment should the developer be unable to pay. There
is concern; however, when a city does issue these
type of bonds relative to the exposure received. If
a developer fails to make payments on a bond, the
investor may consider future city of Monticello bonds
a bad risk. In the case of Silver Fox Motel, these
bonds will be purchased by one or two banks and will
not be resold so the exposure is very limited.
POSSIBLE ACTION: Consideration of approval of Com-
mercial Development Bonds for the city of Monticello.
REFERENCES: Resolution.
Agenda Item 3. Presentation of 1976 Audit Report.
At Monday's meet nU, .. 64&Lson of Grays, Johnson &
Associates, will present the eport for 1970.
The report itself has been previously out to
allow the council more time for review. social
reports have been submitted to the council or 1976 ,
on both the liquor and general funds; .how or, these
were unaudited financial statements.
Monday night's review o4 th9 audit port wit L be .i n -
tended to answer any questions a council has about
the report and highlight t report itself.
POSSIBLE ACTIONt Af revi:w, consideration of
accepting repor
REFERENCE udi.t report (provi.ously sent out).
Agenda Item y. fb curation of Approval of Building Permit - 'twelve
it. Apartment.
,OOOOOFMr. Joseph LaFromboise dba Construction Five .is re-
questing a building permit for a twelve unit apartment.
This apartment would be constructed utl.lizing an
existing foundation just went of the apartment known
as Belmar Apartments (see enclosed map). this Cotinda-
n!�i,andoned in 1973 shortly aftercunstrurciun
had started on houao at that time.
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It• would appear from a zoning st nt. that the
structure is in compliance with our or nunces relotivu
to proper zoning district, yard size, setbacks, parkinq
spaces, square footage of apartment units, etc.
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DORSEY. WINOHORST, HANNAFORD, WHITNEY a HALLADAY
EJOO PIPST NATIONAL BAN< BVILOINO
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JOHN O.TCIRBT
February 20, 1978 16— .—Go"
Mr. Steve Mattson
Juran & Moody, Inc.
114 East Seventh Street
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
Re: $410,000 Commercial Development Revenue Note
(Larson and Zupan Project)
City of Monticello, Minnesota
Dear Steve:
Because of the change in the nature of the partnership
involved in the above Project, together with the passage of time
since the last action by the Monticello City Council, I believe
�} it appropriate for the Council to adopt a new resolution approving
the various documentation as redrafted. I understand that they
may have a meeting on February 27, which would be an appropriate
time to consider the matter. I enclose herein a copy of the pro-
posed form of resolution, and am also providing copies to the
City Clerk, City Administrator and City Attorney. Perhaps you
could check with the City officials to arrange for consideration
of this resolution.
�v truly yPurs, i
ohn D. Ktr�bj f J
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Enclosuro
cc: Mr. Dennis J. Sujlivan
Mr. Gary Wieber
Mr. Gary L. Pringle
Mr. M. H. Faber
Mr. Edmund M. Larson
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CERTIFICATION OF MINUTES RELATING TO
$410,000 COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE NOTE
Issuer: City of Monticello, Minnesota
i Governing Body: City Council
Kind, date, time and place of meeting: A meeting, held on
Monday, February 27, 1979, at o'clock P.M., at the City Hall.
Members present:
[Members absent:
Documents Attached:
Minutes of said meeting (pages):
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A PROJECT UNDER THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT AND THE SALE
AND ISSUANCE. OF A COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE NOTE TO FINANCE THE PROJECT
I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting
recording officer of the public corporation issuing the bonds re-
ferred to in the title of this certificate, certify that the docu-
ments attached hereto, as described above, have been carefully
compared with the original records of said corporation in my legal
custody, from which they have been transcribed; that said documents
are a correct and complete transcript of the minutes of a meeting
of the governing body of said corporation, and correct and complete
copies of all resolutions and other actions taken and of all docu-
ments approved by the governing body at said meeting, so far as
they relate to said bonds; and that said meeting was duly held by
the governing body at the time and place and was attended through-
out by the members indicated above, pursuant to call. and not•i.ce of
such meeting given as required by low.
WITNESS my hand officially as such recording officer this
day of February , 19 78.
Signature
Gary Wieber, City Administrator
Name and 'Title
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Councilmember moved the adoption
of the following resolution:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A PROJECT UNDER THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT AND THE SALE
AND ISSUANCE OF A COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE NOTE TO FINANCE THE PROJECT
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota, as follows:
1. By resolution duly adopted June 27, 1977, this
Council authorized the issuance of a $410,000 Commercial
Development Revenue Note, on behalf of Hoglund and Larson,
a Minnesota partnership, to finance the acquisition by the
partnership of certain real property within the City and the
construction and equipping of a motel facility thereon. This
Council examined and approved at that time copies of the
following documents:
(a) Loan Agreement, proposed to be made and
entered into between the City and Hoglund and Larson;
(b) Mortgage, proposed to be made and entered
into between Hoglund and Larson and The First
American National Bank of St. Cloud (the Bank);
(c) Assignment of Loan Agreement (the Assignment),
to be executed by the City and delivered to the Bank;
and
(d) Form of Note, to be issued by the City and
sold and delivered to the Bank.
Pursuant to said resolution, the Mayor and City Clerk were
authorized to execute the Loan Agreement, Assignment and Note
on behalf of the City. Subsequent to the adoption of said
resolution, the partnership of Hoglund and Larson has dis-
solved, and the new partnership of Larson and Zupan formed to
own and operate the project.
2. Due to the change in the nature of the partnership,
this Council deems it appropriate to review the documcntation
for the issuance of the Note and to renew the authorization for
the issuance of the Note upon the terms and conditions set forth
herein and in said documents. There have now been filed with
the City revised copies of said Loan Agreement, Assignment,
Mortgage and Note.
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3. The revised forms of Loan Agreement, Assignment,
Mortgage and Note are hereby approved. Said documents, in
substantially the form now submitted, but with such changes
as may be subsequently approved by the City Attorney, are
directed to be executed in the name and on behalf of the City
by the Mayor and City Administrator. The Mayor and City
Administrator are also authorized to execute such other
certificates as bond counsel may deem necessary in order to
accomplish the transaction contemplated by said documents.
4. The findings and determinations set forth
in paragraph 2 of the resolution adopted June 27, 1977 are
hereby affirmed.
Attest.
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Mayor
City Administrator
Councilmember seconded the above
resolution and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted
in favor:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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I would like the Monticello City Council to authorize me to prepare specifi-
cations for one (1) new diesel truck. This truck shall be complete with dump box,
front reversible plow, wing plow and sand spreader. Estimated cost is
$22,000 - $25,000. Mt request is based upon the following needs:
1. The additions of Industrial Park, Anders -Wilhelm Estates, Sandberg
South, Riverside Plat, Walnut Street crossing, Hillcrest and adjacent
cul de sacs, CBD development and the possibility of Boyle's Addition
and Country Club Mlanor, have rapidly expanded the snow removal responsibi-
lities of the Street Department. Actual plowing and sanding time will have
nearly doubled with these additions as compared to time spent in 1975. It will
no longer be possible to clean the streets and parking lots in an 8 - 10 hour
period with the equipment we presently have. The addition of this vehicle will
reduce plowing and sanding time by 40 - 50 percent without requiring the
necessity of hiring additional personnel. Without this vehicle, the streets
system will be approaching a condition which will become difficult to manage
in terms of snow removal operations.
2. At present, the City has only one sand spreader. This was included as
part of the purchase of the 1972 International truck. In the event of opera-
tional breakdown, plugging, etc., not having a replacement unit definitely
causes numerous safety related problems. Also, the other two stow plowing
trucks are not equipped to handle a spreader.
3. Two of the three snow plowing vehicles are 1972 models with 35.000 -
50,000 recorded miles. The 1972 Chevrolet needs an engine ring and valve
job at an estimated cost of $700 - $900. To put this amount of money
into this particular vehicle is difficult to justify. Both of these trucks
should be replaced within the next 1 - 3 years to keep pace with the con-
tinual process of vehicle upgrading essential for the successful operation of
an effective equipment management program. Total operating coats would be
reduced to a minimum as would downtime which results in costly emergency
situations.
4. Finally, considering the large investment the City of Monticello will
have in its now streets system, proper winter maintenance should be of top
priority. Fast, effective snow removal operations will help insure that the
anticipated 20 year design life of these permanent streets becomes a reality.
Mks Rajala
Public Works Director
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MONTICELLO CIN COUNCIL
REGULAR PSETING
February 13, 1973 - 7:30 P.N.
Members Present: C. Johnson, D. Blonigen, A. Grimsmo, G. Walters, F. White.
Citizens Comments:
Gary DeBocr inquired as to when sewer and water would be extended along
W. County Road #39 (Golf Course Road), and what the approximate cost might
be per lot. Mr DcDocr also questioned the Council on the length of time
the assessments would be payable. City Engineer, John Badali.ch, estimated
the cost at approximately $4,000 per lot. In addition, the Council indi-
cated that sewer and water assessments against homes already built would
probably be spread over 20 years.
1. Consideration of BuildinR Permit Approvall- Silver Fox hotel.
Mr. Ed Larson, owner of the Silver Fox Motel, requested a building permit
to add 12 units to the existing 42 unit Motel located South of I-94.
Plans have been reviewed and approved by the Building Inspector and Planning
Commission.
The Council discussed with Mr. Larson the fact that a curb barrier around
the parking lot and all entrancesshould also be completed to comply with
Ci Ly Ordinances.
D. Blonigen entered a motion, seconded by A. Grimsmo and unanimously carried
to approve the issuance of a building permit for the 12 unit Motel addition.
2. Consideration of Resolution Contimtinq Phase II of Airport Feasibility
Study on Site B.
At the last Council meeting, a discussion on whether to continue with Phase II
of the Airport feasibility study was tabled to enable City representatives `
and airport committee members an opportunity to consult with State and
Federal agencioe in light of Buffalo and Maple Lake's withdrawal from 3
Phase II participation.
A meeting was held and FAA and M WT official s indicated that funding
would continue even if Monticello would remain the only sponsor. In
addition, the State and Federal officials would npprove studying a site
closer to Monticello than the original combined site selected when all
three communities participated in Phase I.
A recommendation was mado by the Monticello Airport Committee to pursue
r' a feasibility study for Site B located approximately 2 miles south of
Monticello between County Road 117 and ilighwgy 25.
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Because Buffalo and Maple Lake would not be participating in Phase II,
the City of Monticello's share of the cost would be increased to $1,090.00.
Citizens of Maple Lake, Buffalo and Monticello Townships were present
to voice opposition to the continuation of an airport study.
Speaking on behalf of the citizens present, Dr. Dave Sandell made the
following comments in opposition to a regional airport in Wright County:
A. Airport would be an environmental disaster resulting in noise
pollution and urban sprawl along Hwy. #25.
B. Questioned that a need for an airport had not been established.
C. Felt that only a few small private airplane owners would benefit
from such an airport.
D. An airport would result in loss of much needed agricultural land.
E. Felt that o regional airport in Wright County may become a
"parking lot" for metro area airports.
F. Felt that an airport of this size is ovcrbuilding for the area.
Mr. Sandell also reminded the Council that the Cities of Buffalo and
Maple Lake, along with the Townships of Buffalo, Maple Lake and Monticello
have all voted against the establishment of a regional airport and
continuation of any study.
Monticello Township Chairman, Franklin Denn, indicated that Wright County
recently adopted a county land use plan and that an airport was not included
for any area in northern Wright County.
Mr. Phil Pesole stated that another airport is being planned for the
western part of Hennepin County by the Metro Airports Commission and
felt that two airports within 15 — 20 miles of each other would be over-
building for the area.
Councilman G. Walters explained why the study was initiated to begin with
and expressed the airport committee's desire to complete Phase II in order
to get all the questions answered before a final decision is made. In
the meantime, no acquisition of land would be pursued and an environmental
impact study would have to be made should Monticello decide to proceed
with the airport after Phase II was completed.
Motion was made by G. Walters, second by P. White to adopt a resolution
selecting site B as the potential site for further study in Phase II and
approved an amendment to the contract with Ralph Burke Assoc. increasing
the cost of the atudy to $9,700.00.
In favor: C. Johnson, G. Walters, P. White.
Opposed: A. Grimsmo, D. Blonigen
(See Resolution 1978 p2).
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3. Consideration of Installing. Underground Utility Lines and Telephone Cables
As Part of the 77-3 Street Improvement Project.
At a recent council meeting, the possibility of installing underground
electric utility lines and telephone cables was discussed as a part of
the 1977-3 Street Improvement Project.
N.S.P. has indicated that there are many factors involved in going to an
underground system such as a charge to the customer for changing the
service, the cost of excavation on private property, easement rights to
obtain and an additional $2.90 per month charge to a residential customer.
In addition, the estimated cost to the City would be $745,497.00.
(See supplement 2-13-78 N1).
Bridgewater Telephone also had negative comments on replacing overhead
cables with an underground system.
Due to the cost factor involved, D. Dlonigen made a nation, seconded by
P. White and unanimously carried to not pursue the installation of under-
ground utilities and telephone cables as part of the 77-3 Street Project.
4. Consideration of Adoption of Uniform Housing Code.
As was discussed by the Council at the B-24-77 council meeting, the adop-
tion of the Uniform Housing Code would provide a tool for the building
inspector to inspect any building that may be substandard, and provides
the authority to order the building repaired, vacated or demolished as
needed.
The Code would apply to all buildings either existing or intended to be
built.
A motion was made by C. Johnson, seconded by D. Blonigen and unanimously
carried to adopt the 1976 Uniform Housing Code.
A motion was also made by C. Johnson, seconded by G. Walters and unanimously
carried to appoint the Mayor and Councilmen as the Housing Advisory and
Appeals Board relating to enforcement of the Uniform Housing Code.
5. Aouointment of Council Reoresentative to Community School Advisory Board's
Annual Meeting.
Mayor Johnson recommended and by consensus of the council, Councilman
G. Walters was appointed to attend the Community School Advisory Board's
Annual Meeting.
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6. Consideration of Adoating Ordinance Establishinc Four Year Tenn, for Mavor.
Minnesota Statutes provide that a city council may, by ordinance, establish
a four year term for the o-fzIew of Mayor. Although the present term of a
mayor would not be affected by adoption of the Ordinance, rdxed opinions
were expressed by the council on the merits of a two year vs. a four year
term for mayor, and questions were raised on the proper procedures for
filling the remaining term of a mayor should a vacancy occur.
As a result, consideration of changing the mayor's term was tabled for
two weeks for further study.
7. Consideration of Ordinance Revising Mavor and Councilmen's Salaries.
Monticello's Councilmembers are currently paid $15.00 per meeting and the
Mayor is paid $20.00 per meeting.
Due to factors such as increased activity, budget responsibility and time
involved for the councilmen, Mayor Johnson proposed setting a salary of
$100.00 per month for Councilmen and $125.00 per month for the Mayor.
According to Minnesota Statutes, arty increase in salaries would not
become effective until after the next city election.
On a motion by D. Blonigen, seconded by A. Crimww and unanimously
carried, the following salaries for councilmen and mayor was adopted to
begin after the next city election:
Councilmen - $100.00 per month
Mayor - $125.00 per month
(Soo Ordinance Amendment 8-15-75 #45).
8. Consideration of Snecial Meeting to Interview Building Inaoector Candidates.
February 15, 1978 hes been set as the deadline for accepting applications
for the position of City Building Inspector and thus far, 37 applications
have been received.
By consensus of the council, a special meeting was scheduled for March 6,
1978 at 7:30 P.M. to interview approximately 6 to 10 of the top candidates.
9. Consideration of Aaoroving Orr-Scholen-Maveren R Assoc. to Review
Fioodwav Mao.
The Federal Insurance Administration, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development, has contracted with Barr Ehgineering to update the present
floodway maps for Monticello along the Mississippi River and Otter Creek.
Purpose of updating the maps is to provide more detailed information for
the National Flood Insurance Program under which local individuals can
purchase flood insurance for their homes and businesses.
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Before adoption by the City, Keith Felson of O.S.M. felt that there are some
revisions the City should request specifically along Otter Creek.
As a result, a motion wao made by P. White, seconded by G. Walters and
unanimously carried to authorize Consulting Engineer, Orr-Schelen-Mayeron &
Associates to further review the flood plain maps presented for possible
revisions before adoption.
10. Aporoval of Bills.
Motion was made by P. White, seconded by G. Walters and unanimously
carried to approve the bills for January and February, 1978, as presented.
(See supplement 2-13-78 #1).
11. Aporoval of Minutes.
The Minutes of 1-23-78 and 1-26-78 council meetings were approved as
presented.
12. Review of Street Improvement Pro.lect by John Badalich.
John Badalich reviewed with the council items relating to the 1977
(� Street Improvement Project that were discussed at the all day council meeting
previously held on 1-26-78. (See supplement 2-13-78 q2).
A. River Street between Locust and Pine Streets was recommended to be
constructed with its centerline shifted 8 ft. south of platted center-
line due to embankment problems. Because of the high cost of cen-
tering the street, council consensus was to make River Street between
Pine and Locust 32 ft, wide and erect no parking signs on these two
blocks.
B. Second, discussion concerning use of County/State Aid Funds for
improving Elm Street between Fifth and Broadway and also Fourth
Street from Elm to Locust and Locust to Broadway were reviewed.
Mr. Badalich has contacted Wright County ingtneer, Larry Koenig,
who has indicated that funds are available for such municipal projecte.
Council instructed Mr. Bodalich to check with Mr. Koenig to see if
the City could construct Fourth Street 44 ft. wide with a 9 ton
design and still meet the stats -aid criteria for funding. Also by
consensus, Wmticallo should try to receive as much funding as
possible to improve the designated county/state aid Streets.
C. Mr. Badalich discussed street construction methods using a full depth
bituminous pavement vs. s bituminous surface with aggregate base.
Economically, the latter would Savo approximately $80 - 90 million
in construction costs, but on the recommendation of Mr. Badalich, the
specifications will ask for bids on a full depth bituminous pavement
with an alternate bid deduct for using the aggregate base. This
will allow the council the opportunity to determine the actual
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D. The fourth item discussed recommended rerouting the large storm
sewer trunk line on Sixth Street between Maple and Elm Streets to
along an easement paralleling Seventh Street from Maple to Elm.
As development dictated, the line could be extended along the easy
ment to pick up storm water in the low areas e:.st and west of Elm
Street.
The storm sewer pipe size used on Sixth Street will be reduced in
size by this alternate, thus saving construction costs on the 77-3
Improvement.
A action was made by P. White, second by G. Walters to use the
alternate storm sewer proposed on Sixth Street as recommended by
John Badalich.
In Favor: C. Johnson, G. Walters, P. White, A. Grimsmo.
Opposed: D. Blonigen
Finally, the council instructed Mr. Badalich to present cost figures on
the possibility of all east -west streets being 40 feet width instead of
the proposed 36 feet width.
i A special meeting was scheduled for March 16, 1978 at 7:00 P.M. for the
purpose of reviewing the final plans on the 77-3 Street Improvement
Project before advertising for bids.
13. Miscellaneous.
The joint fire board was asked to review and report to the council with
recommendations on methods for reimbursing fire department personnel for
lost wages resulting from attendance at fire school seminars and train-
ing courses.
A joint meeting with the Planning Commission and City Council to review
thn revised comprehensive plan was tentatively scheduled for March 13, 1978
as part of the regular council agenda.
Tentatively set the March 27, 1978 council meeting as the date to review
feasibility reports on all requested city improvements petitioned for
such as sewer, water, streets, etc.
Deadline for petitions requesting Improvements in 1978 has been sot at
March 1, 1978.
Meeting Adjourned.
Rick WolfAssistant
Admini
Assistant Administrator
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e MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
( March G, 1078 - 6 P. M.
Members present: G. Walters, A. Grimsmo, P. White,
D. Blonigen.
Member absent: C. Johnson.
interview of Building Inspector Applicants
Four candidates were interviewed for the position
of building inspector for the City of Monticello.
At, the end of the interview session .i.t was decided
to bring this matter up at the council's next
meeting, March 13, 1978.
Meeting adjourned.
Gary N6leber
City "Administrator
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