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09-25-1984 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Stearns, with the fol- lowing present: Alderman Mike Carls, Alderman John Mlinar, Alderman Marlin Torgerson, Alderman Pat Mikulecky, and Mayor Robert H. Stearns. Also present: City Administrator Gary D. Plotz, City Engineer Marlow V. Priebe, and City At- torney James Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend John Longley. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of September 11, 1984 were approved as presented. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. FINANCIAL REPORT - AUGUST 1984 2. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED AUGUST 21, 1984 There being no discussion, the report and minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 7862 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE It was moved by Alderman Mikulecky, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7862 as amended. Motion carried unanimously. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 7863 - TRANSFERRING $20,000 FROM LIQUOR STORE TO GENERAL FUND The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to waive reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 7863. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion, and it unani- mously passed. (d) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF KATHY MCGRAW AND ROGER HAGGENMILLER TO PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Alderman Mlinar moved to ratify the appointments of Kathy McGraw and Roger Haggenmiller. The motion was seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. N COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR REDUCED REFUSE RATE BY EVELYN DOBRATZ Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Mikulecky, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve the request. Motion adopted unanimously. (f) RESOLUTION NO. 7869 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SECURITIES TO FIRST STATE FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to waive reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 7869. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion and carried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M. (a) 1985 IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 85-01-1 THROUGH 85-01-25 Mayor Stearns called the public hearing to order at 8:00 P.M. City En- gineer then reviewed improvement projects 85-01-1, 85-01-2, 85-01-4, 85-01-7, 85-01-9, 85-01-11, 85-01-12, 85-01-13, 85-01-14, 85-01-15, 85-01-16, 85-01-17, 85-01-18, 85-01-19, 85-01-20, and 85-01-25. He stated the estimated total cost of the improvements would be $809,000. Mr. Kenneth E. Jensen, 1280 Rolling Oaks Lane, stated he was in favor of a blacktop street. He felt the residents deserved first class streets. Mr. Jensen questioned how the street would be assessed in the cul de sac area. City Engineer Priebe responded the assessment would be on a per lot basis. All previous costs had been done in this same manner. Mr. Kenneth Koehler, 43 Sixth Avenue Southeast, commented he was inter- ested in the improvement project for Main Street to Hassan. He ques- tioned how assessments were done on corner lot property and what the assessment amount would be. Mr. Koehler also inquired about the width of the street from curb to curb. He stated that with cars parked on both sides of a two-way street, there wasn't much room for traffic. In addition, there was considerable truck traffic on the street. It was reported the City Attorney and City Engineer will be working on a plan for City truck routes, with submittal to the State for approval. The City Engineer will present a map of the proposed truck routes at the next Council meeting. An unidentified man commented he was present for the hearing on project No. 85-01-7. He stated the street needed to be repaired. Further, he commented on the truck traffic along Sixth Avenue and stated there was a need to establish limits on the type of vehicles using the street. Also, the turn -around is used as a practice area by HAVTI student drivers. -2- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 Engineer Priebe reported there had never been a constructed street in the area under discussion. Discussion was given to changing the contractor's completion date on improvement projects to August 1. Alderman Torgerson made the motion to close the hearing at 8:21 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and passed unanimously. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the 1985 improvement projects as presented and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7877 ordering the improvements and preparation of the plans and specifications. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF 1985 CITY BUDGET Finance Director Kenneth B. Merrill reported on the $3.2 million general fund City budget. Alderman Mlinar moved to close the hearing at 8:30 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and approved unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN (DISTRICT NO. 4) (HEARING CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 28, 1984) Mr. Frank Fay requested to continue the hearing at the October 9, 1984 City Council meeting. It was moved by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alder- man Torgerson, to continue the hearing to the next City Council meeting. Motion adopted unanimously. 6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING SEPTEMBER 23-30, 1984 AS HUTCHINSON FIRE DEPARTMENT CENTENNIAL WEEK It was moved by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to pro- claim September 23-30, 1984 as Hutchinson Fire Department Centennial Week. Motion unanimously approved. (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS DIRECTOR TO ATTEND HAVTI COMPUTER COURSE Alderman Mikulecky moved to approve the request. Motion seconded by Ald- erman Torgerson and carried unanimously. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) ORDINANCE NO. 19/84 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 710 OF THE 1974 ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, ENTITLED "ONE-WAY TRAFFIC" -3- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 698. The motion was seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously adopted. (b) ORDINANCE NO. 21/84 - AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON TO INCLUDE CERTAIN UNINCORPORATED TERRITORY BORDERED BY LAND WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS AND ABUTTING THEREON Alderman Torgerson moved to waive the first reading and set second read- ing of Ordinance No. 21/84 for October 9, 1984. Alderman Mikulecky sec- onded the motion, and it carried unanimously. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 7857 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT (PROJECT NO. 84-04) It was moved by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7857. Motion approved unanimously. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 7858 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT (PROJECT NO. 84-05) The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to waive reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 7858. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion, and it unani- mously passed. (e) RESOLUTION NO. 7859 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT (PROJECT NO. 84-07) Alderman Torgerson moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7859. The motion was seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (f) RESOLUTION NO. 7861 - RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR SALLY CONE It was moved by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Carls, to accept the resignation and waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7861. Motion approved unanimously. (g) RESOLUTION NO. 7864 - TRANSFERRING $192,591 FROM 1984 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT BOND FUND TO GENERAL FUND FOR ENGINEERING AND ADMINISTRATION FEES The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the transfer and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7864. The motion died for lack of a second. Alderman Mikulecky moved to transfer one-half from the special bond to the general fund and the balance returned to property owners. The motion died for lack of a second. -4- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 After extensive discussion, it was moved by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Carls, to approve the transfer from the special assessment bond fund to the general fund and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7864. Motion adopted unanimously. Alderman Carls made the motion that at one of the meetings in October, the City Council examine the policy of 17% and make a decision concern- ing a sliding scale to be used, possibly based upon the budgets of the engineering department and administration costs associated with the proj- ects. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it unanimously passed. (h) RESOLUTION NO. 7865 - RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, FIRE HALL, POOL AND GYMNASIUM, AND LIBRARY BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1985 Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7865. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it carried, with Alderman Mikulecky voting nay. (i) RESOLUTION NO. 7866 - RESOLUTION APPROVING 1985 TAX LEVY, COLLECTIBLE IN 1985 It was moved by Alderman Mlinar to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7866. Alderman Carls seconded the motion, and it carried, with Alderman Mikulecky voting nay. (j) RESOLUTION NO. 7867 - CERTIFYING ASSESSMENTS OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON TO THE COUNTY OF MCLEOD The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to approve and waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7867. The motion was seconded by Alderman Carls and adopted unanimously. (k) RESOLUTION NO. 7870 - RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7834 FOR APPOINTING OF JUDGES FOR STATE GENERAL ELECTION Alderman Carls made the motion, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7870. Motion unanimously carried. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVES FOR ASSISTING BUILDING OFFICIAL (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 9, 1984) After discussion of several alternatives, the motion was made by Alder- man Torgerson to approve hiring an assistant building official with the understanding that if the work load is cut back, it may become a three- fourths or one-half time position. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and approved unanimously. -5- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 (b) CONSIDERATION OF 1985 ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF HUTCHINSON AND MCLEOD COUNTY (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alder- man Mikulecky, to approve and enter into an agreement with McLeod County. The motion unanimously passed. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REPORT ON 1985 IMPROVEMENTS BY DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) Alderman Carls moved to defer action to the first Council meeting in October. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and adopted unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF OUTDOOR HOCKEY RINK WEST OF CIVIC ARENA (DISCUSSED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) Mr. Jim Waldron presented the Council with a letter containing the sig- natures of seven residents within 500 feet of the proposed outdoor hockey rink to be located west of the Civic Arena. They had no objection to the rink, location. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky to authorize moving the south hockey rink from Tartan Park to the west side of the Civic Arena. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar. Alderman Carls moved to amend the motion to move the other hockey rink from Tartan Park to North Jaycee Park. Amendment seconded by Alderman Torgerson. The motion to the amendment carried unanimously. The motion unanimously passed. (e) CONSIDERATION OF ENGINEER'S REPORT ON OPTIONS FOR STORM SEWER AT GOEBEL FIXTURE CO. (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) City Engineer Priebe reported that from an inspection of the storm sewer line between Graham and Larson, it was determined the line was plugged. The City will repair a section of the line on Larson Street, which hope- fully will resolve the problem. (f) CONSIDERATION OF ENGINEER'S REPORT ON SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION TO SERVE HUTCH AGRI-TECH (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) City Attorney Schaefer reported there was no record of assessments for lots 8 and 9, owned by Hutch Agri -Tech. The property owner was request- ing approval of immediate payment of one-half the sanitary sewer assess- ment on lot 9, minus the $130 credit for the extra excavation, and a de- ferred assessment on lot 8 (vacant lot) until such time as the lot was built upon or sold. am COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the sanitary sewer extension to serve Hutch Agri -Tech. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF ENGINEER'S REPORT ON ORCHARD PARK FIRST ADDITION (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) City Engineer Priebe reported the estimated cost was $31,000 for the ex- tensions of service for the proposed building in Orchard Park First Addi- tion. Mr. Richard Schmidtbauer stated that although the building would begin this fall, the improvement project could wait until spring installation. Therefore, no action was required at this time. (h) DISCUSSION OF 1985 IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, INCLUDING LYNDALE AVENUE AND IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 85-01-24 (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 11, 1984) It was moved by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to defer action to the first Council meeting in October. Motion adopted unani- mously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF BIDS FOR SALE AND/OR DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES FOR THE LAWCON GRANT PROJECT (BIDS OPENED SEPTEMBER 20, 1984) City Administrator Plotz reported two bids were received for demolition and one bid for purchase of a house. Since no specifications were avail- able to the bidders, it was recommended that the City re -advertise for' bids, with specifications. City Attorney Schaefer recommended approving the sale of the house, contingent upon the Planning Commission issuing a conditional use permit for moving the structure within the City limits. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the sale of the house at 515 First Avenue Southeast in the amount of $300, contingent upon receiving proper authorization. Alderman Carls seconded the motion, and it unanimously passed. (See 9-e) 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS No one was present to request an extension of the payment period. Upon motion by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, it was moved to authorize discontinuation of service on October 1, 1984 unless other arrangements were made. Motion carried unanimously. (b) CONSIDERATION OF QUIT CLAIM DEED ON WESELOH PROPERTY ADJACENT TO DAM WITH CITY BATH HOUSE (REQUESTED BY DATLOF WESELOH AND PRESENTED BY ATTY. JIM SCHAEFER) -7- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 The City Attorney explained the reason for the quit claim deed on the Weseloh property. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alder- man Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve and authorize signing the quit claim deed. Motion unanimously adopted. (c) CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLATS FOR HELLAND'S FIFTH ADDITION AND MILLER TOWNHOUSE THIRD ADDITION a, After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Torgerson to reaffirm final approval of the plats for Helland's Fifth Addition and Miller Townhouse Third Addition. Alderman Carls seconded the motion, and it passed unani- mously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING HOSPITAL BOARD MEMBERSHIP Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve the amendment to the Hospital Board mem- bership and to waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 23/84 and set the second reading for October 9, 1984. The motion carried, with Alder- men Carls, Mlinar, Torgerson and Mikulecky voting aye and Mayor Stearns voting nay. (e) CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHING SPECIFICATIONS FOR DEMOLITION OF HOUSES ON LAWCON PARK PROJECT ADJACENT TO BASS POND After discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to rebid the properties for demo- lition and to order specifications from the City Engineer, with the bid opening on October 12, 1984 at 2:00 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried unanimously. (f) CONSIDERATION OF SEALING WELLS ON LAWCON GRANT PROJECT PRIOR TO DEMOLITION The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve sealing the wells prior to demolition. The motion was seconded by Alderman Carls. After discussion, Alderman Carls moved to defer action until the October 9, 1984 City Council meeting. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion, and it unanimously passed, taking precedence over the previous motion on the floor. (g) CONSIDERATION OF PROJECTS 85-01-26 THROUGH 85-01-31 BY RECEIVING REPORT AND SETTING HEARING DATE Following the report by the City Engineer, it was moved by Alderman Tor- gerson to accept the report and set a public hearing for October 23, 1984 at 8:00 P.M. Alderman Mikulecky seconded the motion, and it unanimously carried. Alderman Torgerson made the motion to waive reading and adopt Resolution am COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 No. 7860. Alderman Mikulecky seconded the motion and adopted unanimously. (h) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR DEFERRED SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: 1. ERWIN AND ANNA HAAG 2. LULU HAGEN It was moved by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, to ap- prove the deferred special assessments and file the forms with the County Auditor. Motion unanimously carried. (i) CONSIDERATION OF STORM WATER PROBLEM ON FIFTH AVENUE N.W. It was moved by Alderman Mikulecky to request the City Engineer to pre- pare an engineer's report on the project for the October 9, 1984 Council meeting. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. (j) CONSIDERATION OF 1985 SANITARY SEWER MAIN PROJECT Following the City Engineer's report, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the project for line replacement. The motion was seconded by Alderman Mlinar and adopted unanimously. (k) CONSIDERATION OF ADVERTISING FOR BIDS ON PICNIC SHELTER WITH RESTROOMS AT FRED ROBERTS PARK This item was removed from the agenda. (1) CONSIDERATION OF TRANSFER OF BOND ISSUANCE AUTHORITY TO CITY OF NEW HOPE After discussion, Alderman Carls moved to approve the transfer of bond issuance authority to the City of New Hope. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it unanimously carried. Alderman Mlinar moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7868. The motion was seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously adopted. (m) CONSIDERATION OF MERIT INCREASE FOR HOURLY AND SALARIED EMPLOYEES Following extensive discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to approve the recommended Police Department increases. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson. Alderman Mikulecky moved to withdraw the motion from the floor. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion, and it carried, with Mayor Stearns voting nay. It was then moved by Alderman Mikulecky to further discuss the merit increases at the October 4, 1984 City Coun- cil meeting and take action at the October 9, 1984 City Council regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 (n) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBMITTED BY QUINTIN GRUIS WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION, WITH CONTINGENCIES Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the conditional use permit with contingen- cies and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7871. Motion carried unanimously. (o) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUESTED BY HARVEY KEMPER WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION, WITH STIPULATION After discussion, Alderman Torgerson made the motion to approve the variance and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7872. Alderman Carls seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. (p) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF HELLAND'S SIXTH ADDITION WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION It was moved by Alderman Mikulecky, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the preliminary plat and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7873. Motion unanimously approved. (q) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF CALIFORNIA SECOND ADDITION WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve the preliminary and final plat and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 7874. The motion was seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (r) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE (MAP) AS SUBMITTED BY JOHN MILLER WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION Mr. John Miller requested to rezone property located on California Street from R-3 to R-4. It was the recommendation of the Planning Commission to grant the request. Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the rezoning and to waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 22/84 and set the second reading for October 9, 1984. Upon a second by Alderman Mlinar, the motion passed unanimously. (s) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF LAKEWOOD TERRACE FOURTH ADDITION WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION, WITH UNDERSTANDING The Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plat, with the stipulation that the owner be required to pay for cost of mov- ing any utility lines when there are no easements given. -10- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 After discussion, Alderman Carls made the motion to approve the prelim- inary plat with the stipulation and to waive reading and adopt Resolu- tion No. 7875. The motion was seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and carried unanimously. (t) CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE SUBMITTED BY ERLAND JABLINSKI WITH UNFAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION, WITH UNDERSTANDING OF CITY LIABILITY Mr. Erland Jablinski was issued a City building permit to construct a mini -warehouse in the Industrial Park; however, there was an oversight on the part of the City concerning setback requirements. The Planning Commission denied Mr. Jablinski's request for a variance but felt the City was liable for the error. After considerable discussion, it was recommended that the City pay for the cost of installing a chain link fence on the west property line, us- ing City employees to do the work, and grant the variance. Alderman Mikulecky moved to approve the variance and to authorize the City to erect a chain link fence on the west property line at City ex- pense of approximately $800, and further to waive reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 7876. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously passed. (u) CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT OF PETERSON ESTATES AS SUBMITTED TO COUNTY AND REFERRED TO CITY WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson made the motion to approve the final plat of Peterson Estates and recommend approval to the County. Ald- erman Mikulecky seconded the motion, and it unanimously carried. (v) CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT FOR DAVID LEE ACRES WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMEN- DATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION, WITH STIPULATION It was the recommendation of the Planning Commission that the final plat for David Lee Acres be approved with the stipulation that the lots re- main either agricultural or residential in accordance with the City's Comprehensive Plan. Alderman Torgerson moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and to recommend approval to the County. The motion was sec- onded by Alderman Mikulecky and passed unanimously. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz commented on a letter received concerning a -11- COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 1984 claim against the City for cutting grass on City property. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky not to pay the amount requested for cutting the grass. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion, and it carried, with Aldermen Carls, Mlinar, Mikulecky voting aye and Alderman Torgerson and Mayor Stearns voting nay. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS Alderman Carls inquired about the relocation payment to a renter of one of the properties in the West River Park area. He was informed that the law required the City to reimburse renters who were relocated for the LAWCON grant project. 11. CLAIMS. APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS It was moved by Alderman Carls, the claims and authorize payment carried, with Alderman Mikulecky of the theater tickets. 12. ADJOURN seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve from the appropriate funds. The motion abstaining from voting on the payment There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:35 P.M. -12-