05-07-1984 CC MIN
REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF THE
ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
MONDAY, MAY 7, 1984
Members Present: Mayor Hinkle, Councilmembers Duitsman, Schuldt and Gunkel.
Members Absent: Gouncilmember Engstrom
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Hinkle.
2 . Agenda
Item l6~ - Temporary Beer License for the Rotary Club, and Item 16 3/4 - Liquor
Store Update, Computer Update and Utility Commission, were added to the May 7,
1984 City Council Agenda.
COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE MAY 7, 1984 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA AS
AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
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COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 16, 1984 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
PASSED 3-0.
4. Open Mike.
No one appeared for this item.
5. Barton Sand and Gravel License Update
Mayor Hinkle indicated that the Barton Sand and Gravel license update would not
be considered as Barton has requested more time before appearing before the
City Council.
6. Road Standards and Policies and Acceptance of Necessary Improvements to 2l8th
Avenue NW
Mayor Hinkle indicated that at the April 30th meeting, the City Council met with
residents on 2l8th Avenue regarding the status of their road and the acceptance
of the road for City maintenance. Mayor Hinkle further indicated that Mr. Phil
Hals, Street Superintendent, prepared an estimate of costs for improving 2l8th
to an acceptable Class Five standard. Mayor Hinkle indicated that the total
estimated cost is $2,050.00, which would involve the hauling of Class Five
material and the grading of the road surface. Mayor Hinkle
further indicated that in the City Council's discussions, it was the consensus
that Resolution 83-11 would be amended to include language which will allow the
City to accept gravel roads for maintenance when the necessary improvements have
been made and a petition has been submitted, and only when the road has been in
existence ~fore January 1, 1978 and there is more than two homes. Mayor Hinkle
indicated that the specific improvement to 2l8th would be assessed and there
would be a public hearing prior to the assessment. Mayor Hinkle further in-
dicated that the City must receive a petition with at least 51 percent of the
homeowners' signatures. Mayor Hinkle indicated that the procedure for the
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residents of 2l8th Avenue would be to submit a petition to the City of Elk River
for the road improvements and acceptance by the City for maintenance.
Discussion was carried on regarding the possibilities of other roads within
the City of Elk River that would be acceptable to the City for maintenance.
Councilmember Duitsman requested that the City Council address the problem of
right-of-way.
The City Administrator indicated that should there not be enough right-of-way,
additional right-of-way would have to be dedicated, and if condemnation was
necessary, it would certainly indicate a lack of interest by the citizens.
Discussion was carried on regarding specific standards for each roadway request.
RESOLUTION 84-8, A RESOLUTION AMENDING
COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED TO APPROVE~THE LANGUAGE ~- TO RESOLUTION 83-11.
.COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
Mayor Hinkle indicated that the cost to the residents for 2l8th was projected
at $2,050.00, and further indicated that residents should submit a petition to
the City Council for the road improvement and road acceptance by the City.
The City Administrator indicated that a public hearing would have to be held
to order the project.
7. Wapiti Park Conditional Use Permit - Continued Public Hearing
The City Administrator indicated that at the March 19, 1984 City Council meeting,
the City Council approved a variety of conditions for a conditional use permit
for Wapiti Park Campgrounds and voted to continue the public hearing for the
purpose of establishing an additional condition that would deal with the type
of use and length of stay of individuals at the campground. The City Admin-
istrator indicated that the length of stay is based upon the concern of people
living there permanently in order to work in the surrounding area. The City
Administrator indicated that after several discussions with the City's Attorney,
it would be more appropriate to deal with the use of the vehicles within the
campground rather than the length of stay. The City Administrator further in-
dicated that the City Attorney and the City staff's concerns also considered
the fairness to the White operation of Wapiti Park. The City Administrator in-
dicated that after the City staff and City Attorney's review, it is recommended
that several State regulations and statutes be incorporated into the conditional
use permit. The City Administrator indicated that Minnesota Statute 327.10 -
327.28 and the Minnesota Department of Health regulation 187 deal with regulations
pertaining to recreational camping areas. The City Administrator indicated that
the statute addresses the use of recreational vehicles for recreational use in
campgrounds. The City Administrator further indicated that the statute addresses
the use of recreational vehicles for recreational use in campgrounds. The City
Administrator further indicated that the condition would not allow the modification
to recreational vehicles in order to change them to permanent vehicle residences.
The City Administrator further indicated that the City has received approximately
18 letters in support of the Whites and their Wapiti Park Campground operation.
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Mayor Hinkle opened the public hearing.
Ms. Ann Schulz, attorney representing the Whites, indicated that she felt the
City Administrator's recommendation requesting permanent home address of guests
registered at the campground was above and beyond the Minnesota statute. Ms.
Schulz further indicated that she felt the requirement of a home address and
place of employment was an evasion of privacy. Ms. Schulz further indicated that
she felt the City Administrator's recommendation in his memo to the Mayor and
City Council dated May 3, 1984, Items 3 and 4 could be combined as one condition,
eliminating the language of intended use. Ms. Schulz further indicated that the
condition addressing modifications, additions or alterations was arbitrary and
not fair and therefore, requested that it be removed from the conditional use
permit. Ms. Schulz indicated that various modifications such as skirting are
required for Minnesota's inclement weather.
Mayor Hinkle indicated that the modification condition of the conditional use per-
mit was to address the issue of permanency of the vehicles and Wapiti Park. Ms.
Schulz indicated that skirting, additions or vestibules were not permanent and
could be taken down at a moment's notice. Ms. Schulz further indicated that she
felt the conditional use permit could not address the permanent issue fairly.
Mr. Rick Breezee, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that there was
a definite concern for safety and that the recreational vehicles were constructed
as recreational vehicles and not intended to be used as permanent residences.
The City Administrator indicated that the requirement of residents registering
their place of employment was included to make sure that the campground was used
for recreational vehicle use only. The City Administrator further indicated
that the language in number 4 of the conditions is part of the City Code. The
City Administrator indicated that the purpose of the campground facility is for
tecreational use and the vehicles in the campground are for recreational use and
not dwellings for full-time residency.
Mayor Hinkle indicated that the Wapiti Park Campground is a campground and not
a mobile home park.
Mr. Bob Westerland expressed his concern of the requirements of the conditional
use permit for wapiti Park Campground. Mr. Westerland indicated that he had a
permanent site in the Brainerd area which is set up for any length of time and
further indicated that he could not understand the concern the City Council
has with the Wapiti Park operation.
Discussion was carried on by various residents in the park regarding the type
of camp~r trailers they have, the construction of their trailers and the
reasons they are at the campgrounds.
Mrs. Marilyn Morgan indicated that their camper-trailer allows her to travel with
her hus wnd as he travels from job to job. Mr. Robert Hannley indicated that he
is a navy retiree and travels to the south in the wintertime and stays at the
Wapiti Campground in the summer.
Further discussion was carried on regarding the need for skirting in the winters
in Minnesota and the fact that the skirting around the various trailers is a
temporary means of protection.
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Mayor Hinkle indicated that one of the conditions of the conditional use permit
was that it be reviewed every two years.
Councilmember Schu~dt indicated that the City Council could not come up with a
satisfactory answer addressing the length of stay and therefore, are considering
the use of the vehicle within the campground. Councilmember Schuldt indicated
that he felt a campground does not have to be for recreational purposes and that
it can be a temporary place to stay. Councilmember Schuldt indicated that travel
trailers and campgrounds can also be used for temporary employment. Councilmember
Schuldt further indicated that an example might be that a family travels with the
husband during the summer time as he works. Councilmember Schuldt further indi-
cated that campground residents can be at a campground for a number of reasons.
Councilmember Schuldt indicated that his concern was that Mr. White not become
a landlord for rental units or mobile homes.
The City Administrator indicated that the Minnesota Statute addresses the
definition of recreational vehicles and further indicated that the City Code
addresses temporary issues and recreational or vacation activities as allowed
in a campground.
Mr. White of Wapiti Park indicated he wanted his campground to provide a place
to stay for people that travel while they work and that they are in no way pro-
moting permanent residents.
Mr. Rick Breezee, the City's Building and Zoning Administrator indicated that the
City staff is not questioning the operation of the Wapiti Park Campground facility,
but is concerned about the permanency of recreational vehicles in the campground,
with regarding the life, health and safety issues.
Councilmember Gunkel indicated that she felt the requirement of place of employ-
ment for registration was an invasion of privacy and should be removed from the
conditions of the conditional use permit. Councilmember Gunkel further indicated
that she felt Number 5 of the conditions as recommended by the City Administrator
in his memorandum dated May 3, 1984 should be removed and in its place the re-
quirements that the wheels stay on the various vehicles parked in the campground
and further, that the vehicles meet the NACA code.
Discussion was carried on regarding the requirement of the place of employment
as part of the registration. Further discussion was carried on regarding
Minnesota Statute 327.14.
COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED TO GRANT THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST BY
WAPITI PARK CAMPGROUNDS, INC., WITH. THE SEVEN CONDITIONS APPROVED AT THE MARCH
19TH CITY COUNCIL MEETING, AND ITEM 1 OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S MEMO TO THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL DATED MAY 3, 1984, AN ADDITIONAL CONDITION, THAT THE
WHEELS MUST REMAIN ON VEHICLES PARKED IN THE CAMPGROUND AND THAT THERE BE NO
PERMANENT UNITS FOR RENTAL PURPOSES. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
8. Wapiti Park Setup License
The City Administrator indicated that Mr. Roger White of Wapiti Park Campground
has requested a setup license from the City of Elk River which would allow liquor
to be displayed and consumed on the premises.
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COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED TO GRANT A SETUP LICENSE FOR WAPITI PARK CAMPGROUND.
COUNDILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
9. Art Hidde Administrative Subdivision Request - Public Hearing
Mayor Hinkle indicated that Mr. Art Hidde of 19171 Zebulon Street, is requesting
an administrative subdivision to allow him to consolidate Lots 6 and 7, Block 1,
in Village Estates 2nd Addition, and to add the north twenty (20) feet of Lot 6
to Lot 5, Block 1, Village Estates 2nd Addition.
Mayor Hinkle opened the public hearing. No one.appeared for or in opposition of
the administrative subdivision.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE AN ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION FOR MR. ART
HIDDE IN THE VILLAGE ESTATES 2ND ADDITION. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
10. Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Allow Daycare Facilities as a Conditional Use in
the C-3B Zone - Public Hearing
Councilmember Gunkel indicated that Mrs. Bonnie Eckdahl of 18679 Boston Street,
has requested that the City's Zoning Ordinance be amended to permit daycare and
preschool facilities as a conditional use within the City's C-3B zone. Council-
member Gunkel further indicated that the C-3B zone was created for more flexible
use of HIghway Commercial districts. Councilmember Gunkel indicated that the
Planning Commission considered Mrs. Eckdahl's request and voted unanimously to
deny the request as they felt daycare and preschool facilities are incompatible
with the other uses allowed in a C-3B zone. Councilmember Gunkel further indicated
that the Building and Zoning Administrator also felt that the daycare/preschool
facility is not compatible with C-3B Highway Commercial. Councilmember Gunkel
indicated that in the State licensing procedure, after the fire department and
building and zoning department have certified that the location is acceptable,
the State is primarily concerned with the facility itself with regard to toilet
facilities, kitchen facilities and play area. Councilmember GunkeL further
indicated that there is a daycare center facility located on Highway #10 in
Anoka and there are othe~ daycare facilities located in shopping centers, which are
both high traffic areas.,
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Mr. John Fitzgerald, representative of Ms. Bonnie Eckdahl anp Ms. Jody Kreuser,
indicated both Ms. Eckdahl and Ms. Kreuser agree that it is not the best facility
in Elk River, but the ne~d is there and this particular building is all that they
can find that is availab+e and affordable. Mr. Fitzgerald indicated that the
building has the basis t~ meet the State's requirement for kitchen and toilet
facilities and it does h~ve ample play area that would be fenced. Mr. Fitzgerald
indicated that the ownerjof the property has also indicated that he would fence
the parking lot as well,ito provide for the safety of the children.
The City Administrator q~estioned the proposed fence area.
Discussion was carried o~ regarding truck traffic in the area and the type of
fencing and the location1of fencing.
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The Building and Zoning Administrator indicated that' he did realize the problems
that Ms. Eckdahl and Ms. IKreuser have in finding a suitable location for a
preschool and daycare fa4ility, but his primary concern is the safety of the
children and he did not ~eel the proposed location would be compatible with the
other uses currently in ~he area.
Mayor Hinkle indicated tbat he could not deny the need for a preschool and
daycare facility in the qity of Elk River and further indicated that the
City of Chaska has a dayriare center in an industrial zone.
Discussion was carried 0* regarding the use in the lower :'level of the proposed
building for the daycarelfacility. Councilmember Gunkel indicated that she felt
daycare and preschool fa~ilities should be allowed in a C-3B zone, as they are
already allowed as a conditional use in a C-l and C-2 zone.
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Discussion was carried o~ regarding .a lease agreement between Ms. Eckdahl and Ms.
Kreuser and the current qwners with regard to the type of uses that would be
housed in the lower level of the building.
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Councilmember Duitsman i~dicated that he felt there was a need for a preschool
and daycare facility in ~he City of Elk River, and i~ the City could address the
safety standards, he coufd see no reason to turn down the request.
Discussion was carried o~ regarding the truck traffic in the area and the possibile
liability to the City.
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Councilmember Schuldt indicated that he also felt th~re was a need for this type
of facility in the City ~f Elk River, but felt the p~oposed location was not the
place for this type of f~cility. Councilmember Schuldt indicated he was concerned
about the use of the lowkr level of the building, as! the building has traditionally
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been an industrial building. Councilmember Schuldt indicated that he has concerns
about using industrial z~ning for non-industrial use.
COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVE!D TO APPROVE AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REQUES T TO ALLOW
PRESCHOOL AND DAYCARE FA~ILITIES IN THE C-3B ZONE AS' A CONDITIONAL USE.
COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN S~CONDED THE MOTION. THE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FAILED 3-1.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT POSED.
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COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL M IV D TO RECONSIDER THE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REQUEST AND TO
CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HE, ,NGUNTIL SUCH TIME AS A FULL COUNCIL IS IN ATTENDANCE.
COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN S~CONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 2-[J. COUNCILMEMBER
SCHULDT OPPOSED.
11. Robert Madden Transien i herchant License Riequest - Public Hearing
Councilmember Gunkel i d:l.cated that Mr. Robert Madden of 8332 Needham Street in
Otsego Township has re uested a transient merchant ~icense to sell flowers on
Northbound Liquor Stor property, on or near holida~s and atl other infrequent
intervals during the yE!ar. !
Discussion was carried on regarding the use of City 'owned property. Mr. Madden
indicated that he has ~old flowers at that particular location in previous years
based upon approval bylthe Liquor Store Manager. Mr. Madden indicated that he sets
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up his flower in the far corner of the liquor store parking lot.
General discussion was carried on regarding the hours of the sale and the specific
holidays that Mr. Madden would sell flowers. The City Administrator requested
that Mr. Madden not disrupt business at the Northbound Liquor Store in any way,
as generally the busiest time for the Liquor Store i$ around holidays.
COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO GRANT A TRANSIENT LICENSE TO MR. ROBERT MADDEN
TO SELL ELOWERSON THE NORTHBOUND LIQUOR STORE PARKING LOT ON SATURDAY AND
SUNDAY DURING REGULAR HOURS WITH THE FULL COOPERATION OF THE LIQUOR STORE MANAGER.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 2-1. COUNCILMEMBER
DUITSMAN OPPOSED.
12. 3.2 Beer License Revocation Hearing for Dino's Pizza and Mechanical Amusement
Device License Request
Mayor Hinkle indicated that the City has had problems with Dino's Pizza in the
past with regard to the required non-intoxicating malt liquor license as well
as the mechanical amusement device license and therefore, recommended consideration
by the City Council of revocation of the beer license. Mayor Hinkle indicated
that at the time the owner of Dino's Pizza was notified of the City Council's
consideration, the owner indicated that she was not interested in a beer license.
Councilmember Gunkel questioned Ms. Caryn Lundquist with regard to her delinquency
in obtaining the mechanical amusement device licensej after the number of requests
by the City. Ms. Lundquist indicated that she has t~ouble getting all of the
things done that she needs to get done and realizes ~hat she would have to change
her priorities. Councilmember Gunkel indicated thatl she has changed her position
with regard to the revocationcof the beer license.
COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED TO LIFT THE SUSPENSION OF THE BEER LICENSE FOR DINO'S
PIZZA. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE MECHANICAL, AMUSEMENT DEVICE LICENSE FOR
DINO'S PIZZA. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOtION. THE MOTION PASSED
3...,.0.
13. Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Regarding Funeral Parlors
The amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding funeiral parlors was not considered,
as a full Council was not present at the May 7th meeting.
14. Request for Street Name Change in Brentwood Subdivision
Councilmember Duitsman indicated that the City has ~dopted a grid system in the
Elk River .area and upon notification by the Post Office department that the
streets in the Brentwood Addition do not match the ~rid system, the City's
Building and Zoning Administrator worked with the pqst offic.e to develop a more
sensible street naming system'~'" ,Councilmember Duitsman indidated that once the
street naming revision were made, Mr. Breezee notified a number of affected
residents in the area regarding the change. Councilmember Duitsman indicated
that Mr. Ken Williams owned property on the road proposed to be Morton Circle,
and has requested that the City Council consider renaming the road to Brentwood
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Lane. Councilmemher Duitsman indicated that approxi~ately seven or eight years
ago, the township worked on establishing a grid systbm and at that time, the
township agreed to allow certain streets to remain a,s named,! even though they
did not match the grid system.
Discussion was carried on regarding how the grid sysitem work~d and how it came
about. Councilmember Duitsman indicated that there are othe1['iareas within the
City that have specific development names for streets in the! development and
therefore, he felt the request of Brentwood Lane should be allowed.
Discussion was carried on regarding the problems the post office, the fire
department and the police department would have by not adhering to the grid
system. Discussion was also carried on regarding the possib~lity of more than
one alpha sequence. Mr. Williams indicated that the, renaming of Brentwood Lane
would be associated with the Brentwood area. Mr. Williams indicated that the
nine digit zip code would be sufficient in helping t~e post bffice in finding
specific locations.
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The City Administrator indicated that the police dep~rtment ~s not particular~y
concerned about one change but would be concerned if' there w~re a number of
changes and further indicated that the fire department does pot want any changes
in the established grid system. ..
Councilmember Schuldt indicated that the grid system! is established specifically
for those that are in need of finding a particular a~dress in an emergency,
specifically, the police department and fire departm!ent and therefore, was against
any change in the street naming system.
General discussion was carried on regarding the numbering system and the proposed
911 system.
COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE NAME CHANGE IN THE BRENTWOOD ADDITION
TO BRENTWOOD LANE. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTIONi. THE MOTION PASSED
2-1. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT OPPOSED.
15. Plude Setup License
The City Administrator indicated that Mr. David Plud,e of Plu~e's Eatery at 17291
Highway #10, has requested approval of a setup license.
COUN€ILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED TO APPROVE A SETUP LICENSE FOR PAVID PLUDE OF
PLUDE'S EATERY. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE.MOTION PASSED
3-0.
16. Resolution Regarding Use of FAU Funds for Street Ligihting oni Highway 1110 <
The City Administrator indicated that Resolution 84-6 is a resolution regarding
the use of FAU Funds to pay for street lighting along Highwa~ #10.
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COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPROVE. RESOLUTION 84....;6, A RESPLUTION ALLOWING THE
CITY'S USE OF FAU FUNDS FOR HIGHWAY 1110 STREET LIGHT!ING IMPRpVEMENTS. COUNCIL-
MEMBER DUITSMAN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PAS!SED 3-0.!
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Temporary Beer License for Rotary
The City Administrator indicated that the Rotary has requested a temporary beer
license for May 18, 19 and 20th for softball tournament. The City Administrator
indicated that the Rotary has the required insurance for the, beer license. The
City Administrator further indicated that the profits from the softball tournament
would be used to fund an exchange student from Norway.
COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPROVE A TEMPORARY 3.2 BEER LICENSE FOR THE
ROTARY CLUB. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED
3-0.
16 3/4. Utilities Commission
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Councilmember Duitsman indicated that the Utilities Commission wanted to meet with
the City Council regarding the municipal feasibilities study!, liability insurance,
and the means for paying for a water improvement. It was the consensus that the
City Council would meet with the Utilities Commission at 4:30 p.m. on May 15, 1984.
Computer
The City Clerk indicated that testing has been done on the accounts payable system
through the printing of checks and a check register and that the system was
ready for on line processing.
Administrator's Update
A. Civil Defense Warning Siren Locations
Discussion was carried on regarding the civil defense warning siren system
and the proposed location for each siren. Discussion was also carried on
regardi~ the reach area of each of the proposed locatio~s. The City
Administrator indicated that it was possible to refurbis~ the old siren for
approximately $1,400 to reach the trailer park and Elk H~lls. The City
Administrator further indicated that the $1,400 of equip~ent necessary
to refurbish the old siren could be used in anew siren system when the
Council authorized expansion of the proposed siren system. It was the
consensus of the City Council to proceed with the purcha~e of two sirens
and to wait for the expenditure of the $1,400 for the refurbishing of the
old siren until such time as the new sirens could be tested for reach
distance.
B. Newsletter
The City Administrator indicated that the first issue of the City news-
letter has been sent out.
C.
Star Cities Labor Survey
The City Administrator indicated that the Star Cities Lapor Survey has
been distributed to approximtely 1,200 house holds.
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D. Capital Improvement Meeting
The City Administrator indicated that a capital improvement program meeting
has been scheduled for Tuesday night, May 8, 1984.
E. Gates Avenue Improvement Project
The City Administrator indicated that restoration is bei~g completed and the
paving of Gates Avenue is scheduled. The City Administrator further indicated
that the City's engineer would be meeting with Mr. Norm Kastendick regarding
the easement for the Main Street Project.
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Menkveldt Lawsuit
Mr. Rick Breezee indicated that the City's attorney requested that he make
an inspection of the Menkveldt property. Mr. Breezee indicated that the
cleanup of the property is not even close to what it should be and therefore,
Mr. Menkveldt is in violation of his probation. Mr. Breezee further indicated
that there are signs of another junkyard developing on the other side of
Highway #10.
It was the consensus of the City Council that the City Council would
support Mr. Rick Breezee in whatever was necessary to process the
violation.
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Liquor Store
The City Administrator indicated that the City has received approximately
64 applications for the liquor store manager position. The City Admin-
istrator indicated that he would get the necessary background on the number
of applicants the City Council was interested in reviewing and interviewing.
It was the consensus of the City Council that the City Administrator should
recommend 10 applications for the Council to review, with 3 recommendations for
interviewing.
18. Check Register
COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE MAY 7, 1984 CHECK REGISTER. COUNCIL-
MEMBER DUITSMAN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-0.
19. Tentative Agenda
The public hearing for the Main Street project is tentatively scheduled for the
May l4t.h City Council meeting.
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There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER DUITSMAN MOVED THAT THE MEETING
BE ADJOURNED. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED
3-0.
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Phyllis Boedigheimer
City Clerk/Treasurer
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