HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-28-1997 Council MinutesORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
• MINUTES FOR JULY 28, 1997
ROLL
The Council met on the above mentioned date with the following members present:
Mayor Gabriel Jabbour, Council Members J. Diann Goetten, Charles Kelley, Barbara
Peterson, and Richard Flint. Representing Staff were City Administrator Ron Moorse,
City Attorney Tom Barrett, Assistant Planning and Zoning Administrator Michael
Gaffron, Planner /Zoning Administrator Elizabeth Van Zomeren, Public Services
Director Greg Gappa, City Engineer Glenn Cook, and Recorder Sherry Frost. Mayor
Jabbour called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
( #1) ROBERT L. SEARLES AWARD TO BRUCE DAYTON AND RUTH
DAYTON - RESOLUTION NO. 3930
Moorse read the resolution, which conferred the Robert L. Searles Meritorious Service
Award upon Bruce and Ruth Dayton for their outstanding contribution to the community
to assist in achieving the goal of the City to enhance and perpetuate the quality of life for
• its residents. The Dayton's made a gift to the State of Minnesota of a 150 acre tract of
"Big Woods" forest to be preserved as the Wood Rill Scientific and Natural Area.
Goetten moved, Kelley seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3930 to confer the Robert L.
Searles Meritorious Service Award upon Bruce and Ruth Dayton. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
Mayor Jabbour presented the award to Bruce and Ruth Dayton, along with a copy of the
resolution, and extended his respect and appreciation.
Bruce Dayton, a 47 year Orono resident, said he appreciated Orono's constructive
attitude, and noted he has enjoyed the "Big Woods" for over 50 years and is appreciative
of being able to extend that enjoyment to others.
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( * #2) CONSENT AGENDA
Items #4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 19, and 21 were added to the Consent Agenda.
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Vote:
Ayes 5, Nays 0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
( * #3) REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 14,1997
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of July 14, 1997. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS
Chair Wilson had no comments at this time. •
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
Chair Lindquist had no comments at this time.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mike Barrett, 2912 Casco Point Road, passed out a letter to the members of the Council
regarding the need for repair and maintenance of Casco Cove Road. He said he would
like to come back before the Council on August 11 and hear their response after their
review of the issues. He indicated that the public road is not maintained or plowed by
the City and would like it to be so.
Jabbour informed Barrett that such issues are routinely handled by City Staff.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mike Barrett Continued
Greg Gappa said it was his understanding that the City has not maintained the road but
will follow up on the issue.
Jabbour instructed Staff to review the facts and make a recommendation. He asked that
the affected residents be notified prior to the August 11 meeting if the issue can be
resolved.
Khosrow Daivar, 1082 Loma Linda, informed the Council he had added a screened in
area on his deck and the work was stopped by the building inspector, who informed him
of the need for a building permit and a variance from the average lakeshore setback
requirement. The screened area is complete except for painting. Daivar said his
property is on a peninsula. Daivar said he spoke with Van Zomeren of the need to make
an application for a variance and provide a survey of the property. Daivar feels the law
is should be changed. He indicated he feels he has a hardship regarding the screened area.
Jabbour informed Daivar that only the building inspector can make the determination
regarding the need for a building permit.
Barrett agreed that a building permit cannot be waived, but if denied, it can be appealed
to the Council.
Daivar voiced his concern with the cost of the application. He feels the process is a
hardship.
Jabbour noted the purpose of the law and his support of it.
Goetten reiterated that the work was begun without obtaining a permit, and Daivar was
notified of his need for a variance.
Daivar said he did not think he needed to have a building permit.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Khosrow Daivar Continued
Jabbour told Daivar that all similar cases require going through the variance process.
Kelley related the importance of the law. He informed Daivar that with the hardship as
noted, he should probably be able to receive the variance for the screened area.
Van Zomeren indicated that there is no survey on file. She said the need to acquire one
would involve a time issue for Daivar.
Jabbour said staff would have to review the history of the conformity of the property.
He asked Van Zomeren to work with the building inspector in the variance process.
Allan Engleman, 315 Old Crystal Bay Road, voiced his outrage with the defacing of the
City property by landscape workers using a skid loader. He informed Council that the
damage must be corrected.
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Council indicated the matter would be addressed.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
( * 94) #2187 DONALD AND ROBIN HELGAGER, 3265 SIXTH AVENUE
NORTH - VARIANCES - RESOLUTION NO. 3931
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3931, granting side setback,
average lakeshore setback and lakeshore setback variances for construction of additions
to the residence at 3265 Sixth Avenue North for Donald and Robin Helgager. Vote:
Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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( #5) #2254 CURTIS AND BARBARA PALMER, 2710 CASCO POINT ROAD -
VARIANCES - RESOLUTION NO. 3932
Van Zomeren reported that the request is a variance to add a 16'x5'9" space to the
existing garage. The garage is non - conforming due to its location in the street yard, 4'6"
off the property line. The request would result in added bulk to the structure.
The Planning Commission recommended approval on a 5:1 vote contrary to Staff s
recommendation for denial with storage space located elsewhere on the property. Van
Zomeren said Staff did not believe there was a hardship to justify the variance.
Curtis Palmer said the residence is on a steep hill and access to the rear of the property is
impossible resulting in it not being practical to build any storage unit elsewhere. He said
he would like the ability to have a small workshop in his garage as well as use it to store
his tools.
• Jabbour received confirmation from the applicant that the topography of the property
created the hardship and egress and ingress were difficult.
Palmer informed Goetten that the storage area would be for personal use.
Kelley said he agreed with Staff s recommendation.
Kelley moved, Goetten seconded, to deny Application #2254.
Peterson said she had mixed feelings about the request. She said she agrees with the
applicant regarding the topography not allowing space for another structure. She asked
for clarification on whether the added structure would be located behind the garage.
Palmer said the space would be shown as a dormer in the front of the garage noting the
footprint would not change.
Van Zomeren reviewed the elevations of the proposed structure. She indicated that the
garage was being raised to gain headroom and floor space.
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( #5 - #2254 Curtis and Barbara Palmer - Continued)
Kelley was informed that the footage of the second story space would be the same as the
garage below with 22'x20' of usable space planned.
Goetten noted that it is difficult to add structure to a non - conforming use.
Kelley was informed that no plumbing will be added.
Flint said the applicant has shown a hardship and agreed with Planning Commission
recommendation for approval.
Jabbour indicated the topography problems and limited space. He said he looks at
applications issue by issue and would agree with the Planning Commission.
Kelley withdrew his motion. •
Flint moved, Peterson seconded, to approve Resolution No. 3932 with the condition that
no plumbing fixtures would be allowed. Vote: Ayes 5, Nay 0.
( * #6) #2256 JAMES AND MARY RIVERS, 1442 SHORELINE DRIVE -
VARIANCE - RESOLUTION NO. 3933
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3933. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
( * #7) #2257 DENNIS MEYER, 4685 TONKAVIEW LANE - VARIANCE -
RESOLUTION NO. 3934
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3934 granting a lot area
variance for construction of a new single family residence on the property located at
4685 Tonkaview Lane. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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( #8) #2258 GERALD E. WALSH,180 BIG ISLAND - VARIANCE -
RESOLUTION NO. 3935
Mrs. Walsh was present.
Gaffron reported that the request is for the lot area variance similar to those granted to
other Record Lots per the RS District ordinances which began in 1983. The property on
Big Island was reviewed together, grouped by ownership, categorized by size, and
granted a variance for building of Record Lots. The owners of lots that were allowed
this variance were required to execute variance documents. This property was vacant at
that time and has changed ownership several times. The documents were not signed for
the subject property. The applicant would like to guarantee his right to build on the
property and formally establish the automatic lot area variance.
Gaffron reviewed the .64 acre property, which is 100' wide x 283' deep, a size common
• to other lots in the area. Gaffron said the applicant would be required to obtain a survey
of the property if he desires building permits. Gaffron said the property is located in the
5 acre zoning and would not be eligible for subdivision.
Kelley moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution No. 3935. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
( * #9) #2260 BENJAMIN MILBRATH, 3265 CARMAN ROAD - CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT - RESOLUTION NO. 3936
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3936. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
( 410) #2261 TONY EIDEN COMPANY, 345 LEAF STREET - VARIANCE -
RESOLUTION NO. 3937
Diane Eiden was present.
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( #10. - #2261 - Tony Eiden Company - Continued)
Van Zomeren reviewed the plat for the property. She indicated that the applicant is the
developer of the property currently under purchase agreement from Thomas Meyer. The
1.77 acre property is located in the LR -lA Zoning District, which requires 2 acres. Van
Zomeren said she believes there is enough space on the property for a building pad that
would meet all required setbacks. The Planning Commission unanimously
recommended approval. Staff recommended approval or amendment of the resolution.
Jabbour moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution No. 3937.
Peterson asked about the proposed structure and its relationship to the Luce Line and
Staffs recommendation. Van Zomeren said she would preferred to have seen the
building plan but the size of the lot is adequate.
Jabbour amended his motion, Goetten seconded, to include no further variances will be .
allowed. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
( * #11) #2262 NED BUTTERFIELD, 3745 WATERTOWN ROAD -
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - RESOLUTION NO. 3938
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3938. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
( #12) #2265 ROBERT LUND FOR GRAYDON K. AND MICHELLE M.
NEWMAN, 1655 BOHNS POINT ROAD - VARIANCES - RESOLUTION NO.
3939
Architect, Robert Lund, represented the applicants.
Van Zomeren reported that the request is for average lakeshore setback variance and
hardcover variances in the 0 -75' and 75 -250', which would remain consistent with
current percentages. The property owners plan to remove an existing residence and
construct a new residence. The property is on a pie- shaped lot which is the reason for
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( #12. - #2265 Robert Lund for Graydon K. & Michelle M. Newman - Continued)
the average lakeshore setback request. The adjacent residences are behind the proposed
structure. The proposed structure would be more than 100' from the lakeshore.
Goetten asked for more visual details of the property. The 12.3% hardcover in the 0 -75'
setback was clarified. Goetten had questioned whether the Planning Commission had
discussed any removals in that area. Van Zomeren said there is currently 3132 s.f. of
hardcover in the 0 -75' and is proposed at 3120 s.f. A deck platform was removed by the
lakeshore to allow for approval of a prior variance request.
Lund said there is 12' of terrace around the house that is being removed.
Goetten noted that the packet did not include any information regarding what was
included in the 12.5% of hardcover.
• Gaffron reported that the hardcover includes a deck, walkway, retaining wall and terrace
area and stone block. Jabbour asked if it exists now. Gaffron said some was taken out
and a different walkway installed. Lund said the walkway consists of broken up rubble.
Jabbour noted the explanation why a seawall was required during the last discussion of
the property. Jabbour said the existing structure includes riprap and a retaining wall.
Gaffron said this was not an issue from Staff s viewpoint.
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3939. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
( * #13) #2266 RONALD AND ROBIN HOHRMAN,190 CYGNET PLACE -
VARIANCE - RESOLUTION NO. 3940
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3940. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
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( #14) #2268 ROBERT CALLAN, 2995 DEER RUN TRAIL - VARIANCE
Jabbour moved, Kelley seconded, to table Application #2268, Robert Callan, 2995 Deer
Run Trail, to the August 11 Council meeting. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
( * #15) #2273 MORGAN NELSON, 3145 JAMESTOWN ROAD - VARIANCE -
RESOLUTION NO. 3942
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3942, granting a lakeshore
setback variance for construction of a gazebo at 3145 Jamestown Road. Vote: Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT
Goetten reported that Orono resident, Summer Taylor, came to the last Highway 12
Design Committee Meeting with a petition requesting that the Stubbs Bay Road access •
to Highway 12 be closed as soon as possible. Goetten said she is unsure whether this
road should be closed but would like to see the Council respond to this request.
Jabbour said he feels the road should be closed but the City needs to investigate whether
they are able to receive the 5% rebate from the railroad which is available when a
railroad crossing is eliminated.
Barrett cautioned the Council that the decision to close the road would be irrevocable
and difficult to gain back if it was abandoned.
Jabbour said the commitment would not be made at this time.
Kelley indicated that this road would be closed when Highway 12 reconstruction
occurred but reiterated Barrett's concern. Kelley said it was vital to make the residents
aware of a delayed response from the fire and police departments if such closure
occurred. He indicated that a letter should be sent to the residents regarding this
ramification.
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Goetten said she does not want to see people taking left turns at this intersection and is
also concerned with excessive speeds.
Jabbour indicated the possible need for a frontage road. He cited the area is rural.
Kelley said if the road was closed, the decision would be irreversible and would still
require maintenance. He said the residents should be made aware of the need to
maintain the road and of all the points involved that would affect them if the closure
occurred.
Jabbour said with the millions of dollars that will be spent on the intersection, the City
needs to be assured that they would receive the 5% from the railroad.
• Kelley said there are probably railroad policies regarding safety. He asked Staff to send
a letter to the railroad.
Moorse said a public hearing would have to be held.
Jabbour said no formal action would be taken at this time regarding the right -of -way,
and Mn/DOT would have to be contacted.
Kelley asked that the residents of Watertown Road be contacted regarding a possible
closing of Stubbs Bay Road.
Peterson reminded Council of the National Night Out being held Tuesday, August 5
from 6:00 -9:00 p.m. Activities will be held at Long Lake State Bank and Rick's Super
Valu. Jabbour asked that this activity be posted.
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( #16) APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE TO LMCD
Jabbour noted the Council's prior discussions regarding representing Orono at the
LMCD meetings. He said he has spoken with the new members of the LMCD regarding
the vision of the LMCD as well as with members of the DNR about who is the lake's
custodian. He said he would like the City to possibly introduce legislation regarding this
topic to initiate action. Jabbour noted the enabling legislation was changed to provide
for appointed representation versus elected representation. Jabbour said the City should
either totally opt out from the LMCD or send representation. He is concerned that the
only benefit Orono receives from the LMCD is milfoil harvesting.
Jabbour said the City should have a representative who shares the same philosophy as
the City. He indicated there is a problem with the LMCD wanting to recodify the
ordinances, and arbitrarily doing so, citing an example. Jabbour suggested Lili
McMillan represent the City.
Kelley questioned whether the representative should also be a lake resident. •
Jabbour said the representative should be from the Planning Commission or Council.
He said McMillan has been monitoring the activities of the LMCD the past year and has
an interest in this area. Jabbour said McMillan is willing to make the commitment, add
a fresh viewpoint, and be able to view the lake issues as a whole.
Jabbour said he would like to see the LMCD follow their management plan and feels
safety, ecology, and aesthetics are important issues. He noted the LMCD was to offer
lake safety courses and have not done so. He would like to see a pilot program begun
for mandatory licensing of boat operators and indicated a former director of the LMCD
vetoed this suggestion. Jabbour said there is no process in place by which to remove a
boat driver.
Kelley moved, Goetten seconded, to appoint Lili McMillan as representative to the
LMCD Board on an interim basis. This appointment would be revisited in one year's
time.
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( #16 APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE TO LMCD Continued)
Jabbour asked how the Council felt about the appointment. Flint said while he prefers
the appointee reside on the lake, he feels McMillan is qualified. Peterson concurred.
Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
ENGINEER REPORT
( #17) BID AWARD GOLF COURSE IRRIGATION SYSTEM
Gappa reported that the bids have been received for the golf course irrigation system.
The low bid was for $91,259.70 from Evergreen Sprinklers. The other bids were
considerably higher. Gappa said he has reviewed the bidder's references and noted the
City budgeted $100,000 for the project.
• Gappa indicated that staff had originally thought the current well could be used with the
new irrigation system. It has since been determined that a new well with more capacity
is needed.
Jabbour asked about use of the holding pond. Gappa said the well should be installed by
the pond to enable the pond to be replenished as needed.
Jabbour asked who designed the system. Gappa said he did with assistance for
developing the specifications.
Kelley asked if staff has spoken with the golf course superintendent regarding the
design. Gappa said he has. The City will be using single and dual lines. The dual lines
are used for sunny areas.
Goetten was informed that the system is automated and can be turned off and on.
Kelley asked if the layout has been done for the sprinkler heads. Gappa said it has.
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Kelley asked how this project will affect capital improvements in relationship to the
MacMillan property adjacent to the golf course. Moorse said a portion of the tee boxes
are located on the MacMillan property. Gappa said he would review this situation.
Moorse was asked to explain the situation. Moorse said when the course was
constructed, a portion of two tee boxes were constructed on the adjacent property. There
was originally a lease agreement with the adjacent property owner. The operation of the
golf course has continued without this being an issue. The issue was readdressed when
plans for improvements began which required additional land and easements. A letter
was sent to the property owner. The property owner asked for consideration of a
driveway access for their property to Orono Orchard Road. Staff was not in favor of
such access as it was located along the Luce Line. An easement would have been
required from the City for this driveway. Legal issues regarding the tee -boxes and
driveway are being reviewed. Moorse said the property owners require only a minor •
amount of additional property, as they already have nearly a complete corridor for the
driveway.
Kelley asked how this affects the irrigation system. Moorse said a portion of the system
is planned to be installed on the tee -boxes which are on the adjacent property.
Jabbour asked Gappa not to encroach into the adjacent property owner's property.
Goetten said she would like to see the big picture of what is occurring noting there is no
need for a subdivision application.
Moorse said staff is reviewing the impact to the Luce Line, golf course, and traffic
safety, which he will review with the property owner. He said no capital improvements
would be located on private property and a time table for the project would be
developed.
Kelley said he knew the property owners were in support of the golf course.
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( #17 BID AWARD GOLF COURSE IRRIGATION SYSTEM Continued)
Jabbour said he was surprised by the differing amounts of the bids.
Kelley asked what the fund balance was for the project. Gappa said the budgeted
amount was $100,000 with $20,000 for anew well. Bids are being considered for the
well project. He indicated that the fund would have a balance of about $150,000 at the
end of the year. The old well would be used for the club house facility and the new well
for the irrigation system.
Staff was asked to come back before the Council with final costs for the well.
Flint said he would like to see the City develop the expertise regarding high
environmental standards such as those expected from other golf courses. Gappa
responded that one way this is being done is through the use of the holding pond for
• irrigation to recycle nutrients back onto the course. Flint said he was thinking in more
general terms in looking at the overall course maintenance operation.
Jabbour asked if the workers involved at the golf course have received any schooling on
the subject. Gappa said Ron Steffenhagen has received education on the subject and is
certified for fertilizer application.
Kelley questioned whether the City should be licensing some activity. Gappa said
Steffenhagen is licensed.
Kelley asked about receiving information from other superintendents. Gappa said
conferences with other superintendents have been attended.
Jabbour suggested Steffenhagen attend workshops on the issue and staff should budget
for these educational classes.
Kelley noted observing safety equipment used by applicators. Flint reiterated that high
standards should be expected from the City. Kelley indicated with the high levels of
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fertilizer and herbicides used on the five golf courses in the City, the City should ensure
that they are protecting the environment. Jabbour noted the surrounding areas with golf
courses as well.
Gappa indicated the certification used at Spring Hill Golf Club for Best Management
Practices. He will review that the City is up to date. Flint noted Spring Hill was also
making application to the National Audubon Society for certification.
Jabbour moved, Kelley seconded, to award a contract for installation of an irrigation
system at the Orono Municipal Golf Course to Evergreen Sprinkler Company Inc. for
$91,259.70. Staff was directed to obtain bids for the well with the understanding that
the Council is supportive of a well necessary for the new irrigation system.
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( #18) REVISIONS TO NON -UNION PAY STRUCTURE
Moorse reported that the proposed revisions to the non -union pay structure are to ensure
consistency within the upper portion of the pay structure. He is proposing adding three
pay ranges to the upper end to make the full compensation plan consistent with the
remaining portion.
Kelley said he had a difficult time understanding the pay structure. Other Council
members agreed. Jabbour said there are some inconsistencies in the system to rectify.
Moorse explained the job evaluation system and analysis of positions, which identify
duties and assignments. These duties and assignments receive points in relation to
responsibilities and knowledge. He indicated a work session might benefit the Council
at some time regarding their understanding of the system.
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( #18 REVISIONS TO NON -UNION PAY STRUCTURE Continued)
Jabbour asked if the proposed revisions were to add steps in the system to cover areas
where employees might not be covered. Moorse said this was true.
Jabbour moved, Kelley seconded, to approve the proposed revisions to the non -union
pay structure to add a point grouping and related pay range between each of the top four
point groupings in the pay structure. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
( * #19) POSITION RECLASSIFICATION - MICHAEL GAFFRON
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve a reclassification of the Senior Planning
Coordinator position to level 11 of the City's pay structure and to increase the salary of
the position to $50,398 effective January 1, 1997. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
• Jabbour commended Gaffron on his excellent job performance.
( #20) CITY LOGO SHIRTS
Moorse reported that the City would like to purchase polo shirts for staff as part of their
staff appreciation activities. He asked Council if they would like to make the shirts
available to the Council, volunteer commissions, and possibly for sale to the general
public.
Council informed Moorse that the Council members will pay for their own shirts. They
approved of the idea of providing the shirts to the Park and Planning Commissioners.
Council thought this was a good team effort.
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the purchase of City logo shirts for the
volunteer commissions, along with an inventory for resale to Orono residents, with
authorization for the funding to come from the contingency account. Vote: Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
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( * #21) RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANNING GRANT APPLICATION -
RESOLUTION NO. 3943
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3943 authorizing the
application for a local planning assistance grant from the Metropolitan Council. Vote:
Ayes 5, Nays 0.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
City Attorney Barrett had no report.
( * #22) LICENSES
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the following license: Vote: Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
Club Firearm Use Permit •
Annual Permit for: Park Gun Club
3600 Sixth Avenue North
( * #23) BILLS
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve payment of the All Funds Account.
Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Jabbour adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.
ATTEST:
Dorothy M. Hallin, City Clerk
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Gabri Jabbour, Mayor
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