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REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 1980
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Westlund at 7:30 P.M. with the following
members present: Aldermen Lueneburg, Gruenhagen, and Beatty, in addition to Mayor
Westlund. Absent: Alderman Peterson. Also present were: City Administrator Plotz,
City Engineer Priebe, and Acting City Attorney Jim Schaefer.
2. INVOCATION
In the absence of a pastor, there was a time of silent prayer.
3. MINUTES
The minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 23, 1980 and Special Meetings of
September 25, 1980 and October 8, 1980 were approved as presented upon motion by
Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried.
4. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M.
(a) AMENDING AREA NO. 2 OF DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 4
Mayor Westlund called the public hearing to order at 8:32 P.M. and read Pub-
lication No. 2343, Notice of Public Hearing on Development District Number 4.
The Mayor pointed out the plan would need to be amended to allow for a senier
citizens center. Without the amendment, tax increments may not be used for,
the center. He further commented that the County Commissioners and School
Board had been advised of the proposed amendment to Area No. 2 of the De-
velopment District Number 4, and the County Commissioners had gone on record
as unanimously opposed to the amendment. In view of the County's opposi-
tion to the needed amendments, he felt their reasons were to be opposed to
improving downtown Hutchinson and the senior citizens center to be located
downtown. The monies from the amended finance plan will be used to move a
railroad spur, finance the senior citizens center, and land acquisition.
A question was raised by Merlin Martinson as to the location of District
Number 4. He thought the Commissioners had other reasons for opposing the
District than those stated by the Mayor.
City Administrator Plotz displayed a map of the four areas in the district
and stated the amendment was to the area No. 2 in downtown Hutchinson to in-
clude seven additional lots. Consultant Clarence Simonowicz then explained
the amendments to the plan. The financing plan is being broadened to in-
clude the senior citizens center, railroad and commercial development.
Jim DeMeyer commented he was in agreement with the senior citizens project,
but he thought taking in additional area is where the objections arise.
The additional property benefits the two lots adjacent to the high rise and
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includes too many properties for tax income. He questioned why they should
be included if they are not needed. Mr. DeMeyer stated he didn't think the
City was being totally honest because other things were being taken in be-
sides the four lots.
Norman Pendergast inquired how the inclusion of the new properties into the
district would affect the property owner.
Duane Dickey asked about a financial
He was told by Consultant Simonowicz
balance sheet, which will be printed.
any of the tax increment districts.
report on the tax increment districts.
that the City is required to prepare a
To date no money has been spent in
Following discussion among the Council members, the motion was made by Alder-
man Beatty to close the hearing at 8:58 P.M. Seconded by Alderman Lueneburg,
the motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to waive the reading and adopt Resolution
No. 6626 entitled Amendment to Resolution Forming Development District, Adopt-
ing Development Program and Tax Increment Financing Plan, Declaring Public
Purpose, Requesting Certification of Original Assessed Value, Providing for
Filing, Administration, and Special Account. The motion was seconded by Ald-
erman Beatty and carried, with Alderman Gruenhagen voting nay.
5. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MERLE MEECE AND DICK EBERT TO ATTEND CENTRAL
DISTRICT WATER SCHOOL ON OCTOBER 29, 1980
After discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to approve the request for Merle
Meece and Dick Ebert to attend the Water School. Seconded by Alderman Gruen-
hagen, the motion unanimously carried.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF OPPOSITION BY NEIGHBORS TO HOUSE MOVED IN ON LYNN ROAD
"Shorty" Harold Rutske, 706 Lynn Road, stated that an 80 -year old house had
recently been moved into a neighborhood of modern, one-story houses. Years
ago when he served on the Charter Commission, it stated an old house or one
not in line with others in the area could not come into the block. The Bak-
ken house in question is two stories high, with seven foundation blocks out
of the ground, and it towers over the surrounding houses. Also, Mr. Bakken
did not have a permit posted so the neighbors were not aware of the house be-
ing moved in. He then inquired why the neighbors had not been notified by
the City. Mr. Rutske then read a letter from the neighbors stating their
opposition to the Bakken house on Lynn Road.
An unidentified man stated there are smaller houses on the block so the Bak-
ken house does not fit in with the others. The house would have fit in bet-
ter with houses on another block in the area.
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Bill Kreitlow, 530 Linden Avenue SW, read portions of the same letter and
raised several questions. He wanted to know why the property had not been
surveyed out. Also, he stated there was a difference in the survey measure-
ment of the Bakken lot done in August, 1980.
Mayor Westlund stated a moving permit is required prior to moving a struc-
ture within the City limits, and Mr. Roger Bakken had obtained said permit.
Further, the Building Official had recommended the site as acceptable and
specified 13 separate items to be corrected before the house met the Build-
ing Code. He pointed out there is nothing in the Ordinance and/or Charter
which states anyone has to be notified, and a hearing is not necessary.
After the permit has been approved, the work can be started. If a new house
would have been built on the same lot, the neighbors would not have been
notified either.
City Administrator Plotz stated the City Charter does not address moving
houses. The City's Zoning Ordinance was revised in 1976. There have never
been public hearings or mailed notices regarding a structure being moved with-
in the City limits. The information is submitted to the City Council for re-
view, and they make a decision based on the data available. Notices are
mailed to neighbors within 500 feet for zoning, variance and conditional use
permits only. The Bakken house was moved into a R-2 zone for single family
housing, and it met the district zoning requirements. There was enough foot-
age for the required setbacks, as well as the 40 foot maximum height for
buildings was in compliance.
City Engineer Priebe commented that the purpose of posting a permit is to
enable the inspector to sign it. He further stated that lots 4 and 5 had
been previously owned by one property owner. The house on lot 4 was sold
separately from lot 5, which was open land. The lots were platted years ago
with subdivision of ownership but not subdivision of land, and plats cannot
be changed. The person who bought the house on lot 4 is the one who is non-
conforming. Mr. Priebe explained the Bakken property had to be surveyed at
this time in order to issue a moving permit and to determine the setbacks on
the property.
Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty that no action
be taken on this particular item. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruen-
hagen and carried unanimously.
(c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TOR MAYOR RALPH WESTLUND AND GARY PLOTZ TO ATTEND
ART OF NEGOTIATING SEMINAR ON DECEMBER 2, 1980
After discussion, Alderman Gruenhagen moved
Mayor and City Administrator to attend the
Beatty, the motion unanimously carried.
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to approve the request for the
seminar. Seconded by Alderman
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(d) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT:
1. IRA KENNEY - "SENIORS ACTIVITY CENTER" ADVISORY BOARD
Mayor Westlund appointed Ira Kenney to the "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory
Board to fill an unexpired term.
It was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried
unanimously, to ratify the appointment of Ira Kenney to the "Seniors Activity
Center" Advisory Board.
(e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MARK SCHNOBRICH TO ATTEND MINNESOTA SOCIETY
OF ARBORICULTURE CONFERENCE OCTOBER 29, 1980
After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen to approve the request
for Mark Schnobrich to attend the Arboriculture Conference. Seconded by Ald-
erman Lueneburg, the motion unanimously carried.
(f) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR BRUCE ERICSON TO ATTEND MINNESOTA PARK AND
RECREATION ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON NOVEMBER 19-21, 1980
Following discussion, Alderman Gruenhagen moved to approve Bruce Ericson at-
tending the Park and Recreation Conference. The motion was seconded by Ald-
erman Lueneburg and carried unanimously.
(g) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SNOW REMOVAL PERMIT BY BUD REINERT
After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by
Alderman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried, to issue a snow removal permit
for Bud Reinert.
(h) CONSIDERATION OF GEORGE FIELD, HOMER PITTMAN AND MARILYN SWANSON ATTENDING
AN "EFFECTIVE WRITING TECHNIQUES" SEMINAR ON NOVEMBER 6, 1980
Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Ald-
erman Lueneburg and carried unanimously, to approve the above-named to at-
tend a Seminar on November 6, 1980.
6. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
(a) ORDINANCE NO. 19/80 - ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 464, CITY OF
HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA
After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by
Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried, to waive second reading and
adopt Ordinance No. 608 entitled Ordinance Amending Zoning Ordinance No.
464, City of Hutchinson, Minnesota.
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(b) ORDINANCE NO. 20/80 - ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5.03 OF SUBDIVISION
ORDINANCE NO. 466, CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA
After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman
Gruenhagen and carried unanimously, to waive second reading and adopt Ordi-
nance No. 609 entitled Ordinance Amending Section 5.03 of Subdivision Ordi-
nance No. 466, City of Hutchinson, Minnesota.
(c) RESOLUTION NO. 6621 - ACCEPTING $62,500 FROM THE HUTCHINSON UTILITIES
COMMISSION
Following discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to waive reading and adopt
Resolution No. 6621 entitled Accepting $62,500 from the Hutchinson Utilities
Commission. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and unanimously
carried.
(d) RESOLUTION NO. 6622 - RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION - RONALD JONAS
Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded
by Alderman Lueneburg and carried unanimously, to waive reading and adopt
Resolution No. 6622 entitled Resolution of Appreciation - Ronald Jonas.
(e) RESOLUTION NO. 6627 - TRANSFERRING $10,000 FROM LIQUOR STORE TO GENERAL FUND
After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to waive reading and
adopt Resolution No. 6627 entitled Transferring $10,000 from Liquor Store
to General Fund. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously
carried.
7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS; BOARDSAND COMMISSIONS
(a) BUILDING OFFICIAL'S MONTHLY REPORT - SEPTEMBER 1980
There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to be re-
ceived for filing.
(b) MINUTES OF TREE BOARD DATED SEPTEMBER 16, 1980
There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re-
ceived for filing.
(c) MINUTES OF TRANSPORTATION BOARD DATED SEPTEMBER 17, 1980
There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re-
ceived for filing.
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8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY CLARENCE FREITAG TO SELL WESTERLY 150 FEET OF
LOT 81, LYNN ADDITION WITH EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO LYNN ROAD
(DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 23, 1980)
Mayor Westlund reported he had asked Councilmen Milton Lueneburg and Bruce
Peterson and the City Engineer to try to resolve the problem with the Clar-
ence Freitag property.
Alderman Lueneburg reported the three of them had reviewed the site in Lynn
Addition, discussed the situation and come up with some solutions.
City Engineer Priebe stated the storm sewer and costs had been reviewed;
and it was their conclusion that although the proposed storm sewer would
be a positive addition to the area, the cost would not be cost-effective.
The general flow of the water would be re-routed slightly with the place-
ment of a structure on the back lot, but the water would end up in the same
place. With proper landscaping, this might not be noticeable. He further
pointed out that the lot is only 66 feet in width and the granting of an
easement is in essence a taking of land. The front portion of the lot then
becomes sub -standard according to City Ordinance requirement of frontage on
a City street. It was, therefore, their recommendation to reject the request
by Clarence Freitag to sell the back lot of Lynn Addition as it could set
a precedent for the future.
Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alder-
man Gruenhagen, carried unanimously, to reject the request by Clarence
Freitag.
9. NEW BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND FOR HUTCHINSON TELEPHONE COMPANY
FOR $2.3 MILLION
Mr. Bob Sander, bonding consultant from Juran & Moody, appeared before the
Council regarding the industrial revenue bond for the Hutchinson Telephone
Company in the amount of $2,300,000.00. He stated the regulatory telephone
commission had ordered the company to upgrade its equipment so the Telephone
Company was asking for preliminary approval of an industrial revenue bond
and a date for a public hearing. The date of November 11, 1980 at 8:00 P.M.
was suggested.
Following discussion, Alderman Beatty moved to waive reading and adopt Reso-
lution No. 6629 entitled Resolution Relating to A Project Under the Minne-
sota Municipal Industrial Development Act; Calling A Public Hearing Thereon,
and set November 11, 1980, 8:00 P.M., for a public hearing. Seconded by
Alderman Lueneburg, the motion carried unanimously.
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(b) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS
Mayor Westlund commented on the procedure for delinquent water and sewer
accounts. He then asked if there was anyone present wishing to be heard
regarding his/her account. No one responded.
It was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to discontinue service on October 20,
1980 at 12:00 Noon as recommended by staff, for the following unpaid water
accounts: 01-0570-0-00, 03-1055-3-00, 04-0220-1-00, 04-0095-0-00, 04-0935-
5-00, 12-0585-3-00, and 16-0352-1-00; with the exception of account No.
15-0188-0-00 which promised to pay November 1, 1980. The motion was sec-
onded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried.
(c) CONSIDERATION OF 1981 ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT FOR CITY OF HUTCHINSON
The City of Hutchinson received the 1981 assessment agreement from the Mc-
Leod County Assessor. The service charge has been adjusted to $4.50 per
parcel rate for each taxable parcel, for a total sum of $15,201.00
After discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to sign the 1981 assessment
agreement. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion carried unanimously.
(d) CONSIDERATION OF RESIGNATION OF CRAIG REESE
Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty, seconded by
Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried, to accept the resignation of
Craig Reese, effective November 21, 1980.
(e) CONSIDERATION OF ACQUIRING LOT 1, BLOCK 2, ROLLING OAKS ADDITION FOR $60,000
BY CONTRACT FOR DEED
City Administrator Plotz commented on the proposed site for the Historical
Society. He stated the Society had accepted the location at a meeting two
weeks ago, and their minutes would reflect this action.
After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman
Lueneburg and carried unanimously, to approve the purchase of Lot 1, Block
2, Rolling Oaks Addition in the amount of $60,000.00 by contract for deed.
(f) CONSIDERATION OF EXERCISING OPTION OF TWO LOTS ADJACENT TO PROPOSED HIGH
RISE
1. TONY FORCIER PROPERTY
2. MICHAEL GUETTER PROPERTY
City Administrator Plotz stated the City is holding options for two lots
adjacent to the proposed high rise, and the option of purchase expires with-
in a short period of time. Therefore, the Council will have to decide if
they intend to exercise the options.
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After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to exercise the option
of the two lots adjacent to the proposed high rise. Seconded by Alderman
Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously carried.
(g) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR GRANT MONIES FOR HUTCHINSON
MULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY
City Administrator Plotz reported that grant money is available through the
Older American Act (Title III) and the McKnight Foundation which could be
used for the multi-purpose center in the new high rise. The funds are award-
ed for a one-year period, with a 25% local match. The deadline for the grant
application is November 3, 1980. If the grant could be secured, the City
would have additional money to apply toward the cost of the senior center.
Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded
by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried, to authorize the grant applica-
tion.
(h) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF RESERVE OFFICERS
It was recommended by the Chief of Police that Gary Vacek, Jerry Buck, Mich-
ael Woods, James Isaacson, Russell Berge, and Rueben Kunerth be appointed to
the Hutchinson Police Reserve Unit.
After discussion, Alderman Beatty moved to approve the above appointments.
The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously.
(i) CONSIDERATION OF STOP SIGNS ON CENTURY AVENUE
Chief of Police O'Borsky reported a survey had been done on a portion of
Century Avenue, and it was his recommendation that Century Avenue be a
through street,with stop signs at the intersections of Bradford, Sherwood,
Jorgenson and Randall Road.
Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty to waive the first
reading of Ordinance No. 21/80 entitled Ordinance Amending Section 710:10
of the 1974 Ordinance Code of the City of Hutchinson, Entitled "Stop Streets"
By Adding Subdivision No. 15 Thereto, Relative to "Traffic, Local Regula-
tions" and set the second reading for October 28, 1980.
(j) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASING AUTOMOTIVE SCOPE AND TESTER FOR STREET DEPARTMENT
Permission was requested to purchase a used Sun brand automotive scope and
tester from Dale Harbarth for $1,400.00 for the Street Department.
After discussion, Alderman Lueneburg made the motion to approve the purchase
of an automotive scope and tester. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion
unanimously carried.
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(k) CONSIDERATION OF TRAILER PURCHASE
It was requested that permission be granted to purchase a new trailer,
magline model #T5-7012 with attached winch, for a total price of $3,082.50.
The 1980 Street Department budget has allocatted funds for this item.
Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman
Gruenhagen and carried unanimously, to approve the purchase of a trailer.
(1) CONSIDERATION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR SWANKE MOTORS, INC.
Swanke Motors, Inc. requested renewal of a Special Use Permit, previously
issued under the name of William -James Auto, Inc. This one year permit
would allow display of new and used vehicles on the City boulevard front-
ing Washington Avenue at the junction of Washington and Adams Street.
After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen to approve and
issue the Special Use Permit to Swanke Motors, Inc. for a period of one year.
The motion was seconded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried.
(m) CONSIDERATION OF MAIN STREET LIGHT POLES AND STREET BANNERS
City Engineer Priebe reported that in 1967 when the Main Street project was
designed, the light poles were placed along Main Street in pairs to allow
the installation of an overhead cable for placement of Christmas decorations.
At that time, banners were not hung very often or for great lengths of time.
The banners displayed on Main Street are presently hooked to two street light
poles, and the poles are subjected to tremendous amounts of vibration. There-
fore, it is the recommendation of the Hutchinson Utilities Commission that
two special, reinforced poles be installed for the purpose of displaying ban-
ners.
Mayor Westlund instructed the City Engineer to determine the cost for in-
stallation of the two special poles to hold banners and inform the Council
of this information.
(n) PRESENTATION BY BILL FAHEY ON PROPOSED TAX INCREMENT BOND ISSUE FOR $650,000
City Administrator Plotz stated that some companies specialize in tax incre-
ment bonding, and Ehlers & Associates seems to be the most knowledgeable in
this area. Therefore, the City secured them as financial consultant for
this particular bond issue.
Mr. Bill Fahey of Ehlers & Associates presented a report on the 1980 Tax
Increment Bond Issue in the amount of $650,000.00. He stated the Dorsey,
Windhorst, et al law firm would act as bond counsel. It was his recommenda-
tion to set the date of November 12, 1980 at 12:00 Noon for opening and award-
ing bids for the bond.
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After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Ald-
erman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried, to approve the Tax Increment Bond
in the amount of $650,000.00 and set the date for opening and awarding bids
for the bond on November 12, 1980 at 12:00 Noon.
It was further moved by Alderman Beatty to waive the reading and adopt Reso-
lution No. 6628 entitled Resolution Relating to $650,000 General Obligation
Tax Increment Bonds; Providing for Public Sale Thereof. The motion was sec-
onded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously.
(o) CONSIDERATION OF STORM SEWER EXTENSION TO PITTMAN APARTMENT SITE
City Engineer Priebe reported that Delmar Pittman had requested an exten-
sion of the storm sewer northerly along the east side of Dale Street to pro-
vide better drainage for his site, as well as the line that would be used
for connection of drainage structures when curb and gutter is placed on Dale
Street. The cost estimate would be $6,773.50, with Mr. Pittman paying $2,-
220.00 of the cost and the balance charged to the street improvement project.
Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to approve ex-
tension of the storm sewer. Due to the lack of a second, the motion died.
10. MISCELLANEOUS
(a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR
City Administrator Plotz informed the Council that the Minnesota Municipal
Board held a conference call meeting on October 14, 1980 regarding the Rich -
are Schmidtbauer property being considered for annexation. It was the deci-
sion of the Municipal Board to annex only a portion of the property at this
time.
The Knutson Company would like to make a presentation on their proposed con-
dominium unit on October 21, 1980 to the Planning Commission and on October
28, 1980 to the City Council. The downtown site has been selected as the
choice number one location.
Mr. Plotz reported on the progress of the elderly high rise project and said
the City has a fee interest in part of the building. The language in the
agreement with the developer was changed to read "reasonable use of the build-
ing." Also, a clause was addedthat the City will be held harmless on the pur-
chase of the property.
A meeting was held on October 13, 1980 with a representative from the Burling-
ton -Northern Railroad, the Farmers Elevator, and City staff. Construction of
the connecter track will be done in the spring, 1981.
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Mr. Plotz commented he had received some complaints regarding the City not
following through on the Conditional Use Permit for South Dale Apartments in
Albert's First Addition (Dale Street and South Grade Road). One of the con-
ditions of the Permit was that"both accesses on Neal Avenue, the present one
on the north, and the proposed one on the north, be closed and a single en-
trance on Dale Street between the proposed apartment building and proposed
garage." The Fire Chief had expressed concern about closing off Neal Avenue.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Council members that the Coun-
cil action taken should be enforced.
(b) COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING HISTORICAL SOCIETY BUILDING
Mrs. Pat Hobbs appeared before the Council regarding the house owned by the
Historical Society. She stated she was interested in purchasing it since
the original buyer had not gone through with the purchase. It is her intent
to restore the structure; however, she does not have a location to move it
onto at the present time. Therefore, Mrs. Hobbs requested permission to store
the house on City property for a limited period of time.
Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to approve mov-
ing the Historical Society house to the site north of Tartan Park for a six-
month period until June 1, 1980, and the house and site be made completely
safe. Seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, the motion carried unanimously.
The motion was amended upon motion by Alderman Beatty to charge rent of $1.00
per month for rental on storage of the house. The motion was seconded by
Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried.
Acting City Attorney Schaefer stated that an agreement would be worked out
so that the City would be held "harmless" and not held liable.
(c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY
Acting City Attorney Jim Schaefer reported that Bob McGee had complained he
was being charged a commercial refuse rate at a residential home.
Mayor Westlund instructed the City Administrator to check into the matter.
(d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ENGINEER
City Engineer Priebe reported that he and Aldermen Gruenhagen and Beatty
had met with June Redman to discuss R-3 zoning. As a result of their meet-
ing, Ms. Redman agreed to put in a circle drive; however, the next day she
called and rescinded her decision. Mr. Priebe pointed out she has until
June 1, 1981 to meet the conditions of the Conditional Use Permit issued
to her.
11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS
(a) VERIFIED CLAIMS
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It was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by
unanimously, to approve the verified claims
appropriate funds.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Alderman Gruenhagen and carried
and authorize payment from the
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned
at 10:52 P.M. upon motion by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen
and unanimously carried.
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