Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
April 5, 2005
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order in the Council Chambers of the City Administration Building at 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 5, 2005, all members of the Council having been duly notified of the meeting and the business to be transacted.
Present: Mayor Larry G. Buboltz; City Attorney William Briggs; City Administrator Richard Grabow; Assistant City Administrator Lynne Krieger; Finance Officer Louis Guzek; Community Development Committee Larry Remmen; Public Utilities Superintendent Curt Punt; Street Commissioner Roy Estes; City Engineer Gary Nansen; Police Chief Kelvin Keena; Building Official Calvin Mayfield; Liquor Store Manager Bradley MacMaster and Fire Chief Jeffrey Swanson.
Aldermen: Anderson, Aune, Brenk, Hannon, Heltemes, Imholte, Tollefson, Tucker and Zeman
Absent: None.
There being no corrections or additions to the minutes of the regular Council Meeting held March 1, 2005, the Mayor declared that they would stand approved according to copies of the same sent to each member of the Council.
Pursuant to notice having been published in the official newspaper that the Council would, at this present meeting, conduct a hearing for the purpose of hearing public comment on the transfer of the Sandbar II’s on-sale intoxicating and Sunday on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses to David Meyer dba Sandbar II, 880 Randolph Road, for the period April 5, 2005, through December 31, 2005, the Mayor called the hearing to order at 5:01 P.M. There being no oral or written comments, Mayor Buboltz closed the hearing at 5:02 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting.
Upon the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing the transfer of an on-sale intoxicating liquor license and Sunday on-sale intoxicating liquor license to David Meyer dba Sandbar II, 880 Randolph Road, for the period April 5, 2005, through December 31, 2005.
Pursuant to notice having been published in the official newspaper that the City Council, this date, would give consideration to amending the Redevelopment District Plan for Redevelopment Project No. 8 and establishing Tax Increment Financing District No. 8-15 and approving the Tax Increment Financing Plan for Pelican River Heights, the Mayor called the hearing to order at 5:02 P.M. Community Development Director Larry Remmen briefly summarized the proposed amendments which would provide up to $196,000.00 in tax increment financing for the Pelican River Heights Housing Project which the Development Authority has recommended for approval. There being no oral or written comments, Mayor Buboltz closed the hearing at 5:03 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Anderson, who moved its adoption, amending the Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Project No. 8 and amending the Tax Increment Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing District No. 8-15 (Pelican River Heights). The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried without a dissenting vote. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Pursuant to notice having been published in the official newspaper that a public hearing would be held to hear comment on the proposed annexation of 27 acres of land in part of Government Lot 4 and part of Government Lot 5, lying east and south of the public road, commonly known as Long Lake Road/Clear Creek/Glenn Freeland Property, Mayor Buboltz called the hearing to order at 5:04 P.M. There being no oral or written comments, the Mayor closed the hearing at 5:06 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Anderson, who moved its adoption, annexing 27 acres of land in part of Government Lot 4 and part of Government Lot 5, lying east and south of the public road, commonly known as Long Lake Road/Clear Creek/Glenn Freeland Property. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried without a dissenting vote. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Upon the recommendation of the Mayor, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, appointing Chad Glander to the position of Police Officer in the City of Detroit Lakes effective April 25, 2005. After the appointment, Chad Glander was sworn in by Mayor Buboltz.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing, for its first reading, an ordinance rezoning Lots 3 and 4, Block 1 of Brainard Addition from “R-2” One and Two Family Residence District to “R-3” Multi-Family Residence District.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Anderson, who moved its adoption, approving plans and specifications and authorizing the City Administrator and City Engineer to set a bid opening date for water, sewer, storm sewer and street improvements for Long Lake/Brainard Village Area/Phase I. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk. City Engineer Gary Nansen summarized the project and gave a timeline for the project. Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion adopting the resolution carried unanimously.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, authorizing the City Engineer to prepare a feasibility report for street improvements to Peter Street, from Randolph Road to the North and also include street improvements to Fortune Avenue in the report. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Heltemes. Alderman Brenk, advised the Council, that after meeting with several business owners in the area, it was recommended that Fortune Avenue be included in the report as a possible alternative. Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion for the adoption of the resolution carried unanimously.
Pursuant to the request of Matt Wimmer (Giovanni’s Pizza), a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes, seconded by Alderman Tollefson, to deny the request for an exemption to the provisions of 505.03 of the Noise Ordinance under Giovanni’s wine and 3.2 malt liquor license allowing Giovanni Pizza’s bands to be exempt from the stricter provisions of the Noise Ordinance on Friday and Saturday evenings until 12:00 A.M. during the summer months (Memorial Day through Labor Day). Matt Wimmer appeared before the City Council and reiterated his request and also informed the Council that he would be willing to make compromises on his request. Alderman Zeman spoke in favor of granting the request with the stipulation that the bands be exempt from the noise ordinance on Friday and Saturday evenings until 11:00 P.M. and after July 10, 2005, review the situation to see if they want to approve the exemption through Labor Day. Upon Alderman Brenk’s request, City Administrator Richard Grabow clarified the Noise Ordinance advising that at 10:00 P.M., if there is a complaint and the peace officer reveals noise of such volume as to be clearly audible at a distance of 50 feet from the source of the noise, a violation has occurred. Mr. Grabow further advised that Matt Wimmer is requesting to be exempt from those rules until 11:00 P.M. Chief Keena informed the Council that from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., there are several factors that are considered relative to noise and they are less restrictive than the 50 foot rule. Aldermen Heltemes, Aune and Tollefson spoke against the exemption. Aldermen Tucker and Brenk spoke in favor of the 11:00 P.M. exemption. Sally Nester, 1223 Minnesota Avenue, expressed concern about the bands being outdoors and granting Giovanni’s Pizza the exemption for the entire summer. Mike Norby, representative of the Chamber of Commerce, and Josh Matter, representing the Detroit Lakes Jaycees spoke in favor of granting Mr. Wimmer the exemption. Chet Collins, Lakeside 1891, advised the Council that Lakeside 1891 has no interest in having bands every weekend except for the 4th of July holiday period and also spoke in favor of granting the exemption. Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion denying the request of Matt Wimmer for an exemption to his liquor licenses relative to the Noise Ordinance was voted on as follows: Ayes: Aldermen Tollefson, Heltemes, Hannon and Aune; Nayes: Anderson, Brenk, Imholte, Tucker and Zeman. The Mayor determined the motion was defeated. A motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Imholte to modify Matt Wimmer’s (Giovanni’s Pizza) on-sale wine and on-sale 3.2 malt liquor licenses granting an exemption to the 50-foot rule outlined in the Noise Ordinance allowing Giovanni’s Pizza’s bands to be exempt from the stricter provisions of the Noise Ordinance on Friday and Saturday evenings until 11:00 P.M. from Memorial Day to July 11, 2005 and after that review the exemption to see if it should be extended through Labor Day. Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion carried with four dissenting votes (Tollefson, Heltemes, Hannon and Aune).
Pursuant to the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce’s request to make the West Lake Drive beach front “user friendly” and safe and upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Zeman, seconded by Alderman Imholte, to change the no public parking restrictions on the south side to the north side of West Lake Drive on weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Chet Collins, Lakeside 1891, appeared before the Council to ask the Council to not take action on the parking issue until further detailed discussion takes place. Mr. Collins suggested that the City Council form a committee involving the Chamber of Commerce, public safety officials, City Council members, local businesses, the Pavilion Committee and Detroit Lakes residents to formalize a long term plan that covers all issues from beach parking to the 4th of July. He offered to allow beach parking in Lakeside’s parking lot temporarily until a plan is devised. Aldermen Heltemes and Tollefson opposed changing the parking until a formalized plan is devised. Alderman Zeman spoke in favor of changing the no parking restrictions to the northside of West Lake Drive. Alderman Imholte favored changing the parking but also stressed that a long term plan be devised. Diane McCormack, 1580 Long Lake Road, suggested that no motor home or boat trailer parking be allowed on West Lake Drive. Mike Norby, representing the Chamber of Commerce, advised that the Chamber had not been involved in any discussion relative to no parking on the northside of West Lake Drive but spoke in favor of trying the no parking restrictions on the northside. Barbara Nordine, 16275 Long Lake Road, suggested that a parking ramp in People’s Park may be an option so both sides of West Lake Drive could be left open. Mayor Buboltz suggested that a parking ramp would be cost prohibitive. Matt Wimmer, 90 West Lake Drive, spoke in favor of forming a committee and developing a plan before the summer business season begins. Alderman Tollefson suggested that the motion be tabled in order to give the Council time to consider various alternatives. A motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Zeman and carried, with two dissenting votes (Heltemes, Hannon) to table the motion to change the no public parking to the northside of West Lake Drive on weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day until the May Council Meeting.
Upon the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of the following temporary on-sale 3.2 malt liquor licenses to the Detroit Lakes Jaycees for the 70th Annual Northwest Water Carnival:
1) July 13-17, 2005, at the Pavilion and the enclosed area attached to the south side of the Pavilion; and
2) July 15, 2005, at the Becker County Fairgrounds in an enclosed area.
Upon the request of Rob DuChene, Admiral of the 70th Annual Northwest Water Carnival, the motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of the following permits:
1) Pet and Doll Parade – July 16, 2005;
2) 70th Annual Parade of the Northwest – July 17, 2005;
3) Temporary sign permit during the course of Water Carnival;
Street Closings:
1) Water Fights and Ice Cream Social at 6:00 P.M., July 13, 2005, North Washington Avenue from Main Street to Grant Street;
2) 5k/10k Mile Walk Run at 7:30 A.M. – 10:00 A.M., July 16, 2005, North Shore Drive from Washington Avenue to Roosevelt Avenue;
3) Pet & Doll Parade at 10:00 A.M., July 16, 2005, Washington Avenue from Holy Rosary parking lot to City Park;
4) Parade of the Northwest at 1:00 P.M., July 17, 2005, State Street to Summit Avenue to Front Street to Washington Avenue to West Lake Drive to Summit Avenue;
5) Water Ski Show at 3:30 P.M., July 17, 2005, West Lake Drive from Lake Avenue to Summit Avenue;
6) Classic Car Show, July 16, 2005, one way entrance on north side of Pavilion near the bandshell and the parking lot to display the cars;
Facilities and Grounds:
1) Fire Department on July 17, 2005;
2) City Beach, Park and Pavilion July 10 - 17, 2005; and
3) City Band Shell July 10 – 17, 2005.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Anderson, who moved its adoption, approving plans and specifications and authorizing calling for bids for water, sewer and street improvements to Lake Forest Fifth Addition, such bid opening to be set for May 2, 2005, at 10:00 A.M. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried without a dissenting vote. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Anderson, who moved its adoption, approving plans and specifications and authorizing calling for bids for street and utility improvements to Long Bridge Heights-Phase 2A/MMCDC Property, such bid opening date to be set by the City Administrator. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote. Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Anderson, who moved its adoption, accepting the feasibility report and setting a hearing on May 3, 2005, at 5:00 P.M. to hear public comment on the construction of water, sewer and street improvements on a portion of Airport and Wenner Roads. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried without a dissenting vote. Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, who moved its adoption, setting a public hearing for May 3, 2005, at 5:00 P.M. to hear public comment on the proposed vacation of a portion of East Shore Drive (formerly Township Road #93 – Castaway Inn and Resort). The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Heltemes. Alderman Tucker expressed his concern about the potential elimination of the bike path around Detroit Lake. City Administrator Grabow advised that City staff will meet with MnDOT and owners of the Castaway Inn and Resort to come up with a plan for the bike path. Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion for the adoption of the resolution carried unanimously.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tucker, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing, for its first reading, an ordinance rezoning a 2.37 acre tract of land at 1682 Highway 10 East from “R-2” One and Two Family Residence District to “B-3” Auto Oriented Business District.
Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Tucker, who moved its adoption, decertifying Tax Increment Financing District #5-1/County Market. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Aune and carried without a dissenting vote. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tucker, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing entering into an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation for cooperative land acquisition of Parcel 232/Kentucky Fried Chicken Property to be used for the Truck Highway 10 improvements, subject to the final approval of the agreement by the City Attorney.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tucker, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing, for its first reading, an ordinance amending Section 9 of the Subdivision Regulations which will require stormwater dedication adequate for the needs of the Subdivision without a percentage of limitation.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes introducing, for its first reading, an ordinance amending the sign ordinance to not allow motion or flashing signs or signs that can be confused with traffic signals or emergency vehicles. Alderman Zeman and Brenk spoke in opposition of the ordinance. Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion carried with two dissenting votes (Brenk, Zeman).
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, approving the final plat of Brackett Estates. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Anderson and carried without a dissenting vote. Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Anderson and carried, without a dissenting vote, denying the variance request to exceed the impervious surface limitation to construct a breezeway connecting a house and garage and a variance to allow a zero lot line at 1780 East Shore Drive because the applicant did not demonstrate hardship.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a variance to the 3’ side yard variance and 30% impervious surface request of Ralph Morben to allow construction of a home at 254 Shorewood Drive, subject to the following conditions:
1) The project not exceed 29% impervious surface and be constructed as shown on the approved site plan;
2) That the owner obtain a Pelican River Watershed District Permit; and
3) That the deck be uncovered and pervious.
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Imholte, who moved its adoption, approving plans and specifications and authorizing calling for bids for construction of street and utility improvements to various streets within the City, such bid opening date to be set by the City Administrator. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried without a dissenting vote. Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.
Pursuant to a survey conducted by City staff and upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Imholte, who moved its adoption, authorizing the City Engineer to conduct a feasibility study on the proposed repair and bituminous overlay of Lori Avenue and Pembina Trail. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote. Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.
Pursuant to Resolution No. 03-05-2B adopted by the Becker County Board of Commissioners and upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the County’s turnback to the City of County Road 148 (West Willow Street between Cheryl Avenue and Trunk Highway No. 59.)
Upon the recommendation of the Park Board and the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving a 2005 Budget adjustment appropriating from the Park Dedication Reserve Fund $8,000.00 for the Lyle Crovisier Park playground equipment, contingent upon a $2,500.00 matching grant that must be provided by the Boys and Girls Club.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Park Board and Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, to approve entering into a two-year agreement with the D.L. Softball Association for the concessions at Snappy Softball Complex in the amount of $2,650.00 per year.
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a transient merchants’ license for James Neigel allowing the sale of guns and other miscellaneous items at the National Guard Armory on May 7-8, 2005, pursuant to his application, fee and surety bond.
Pursuant to the advertisement for bids on construction of and repairs to bituminous surfaces in streets, alleys and parking lots, the following bids were received and opened on March 30, 2005, at 9:00 A.M.:
BIDDER BID AMOUNT
Taves Construction, Inc. $21,200.00
dba Driveway Services
28194 Randolph Road
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota 56501
Quality Restoration & Service 22,330.00
3066 Spruce Street
Little Canada, Minnesota 55117
Sherbrooke Asphalt, Inc. 24,855.00
P.O. Box 515
Detroit Lakes, MN 56502
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the bid of Taves Construction, Inc., Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, in the amount of $21,200.00, for construction of and repairs to bituminous surfaces in streets, alleys and parking lots.
Pursuant to the advertisement for bids for curb, gutter, driveway and sidewalk improvements at various locations throughout the City, the following bids were received and opened at 9:00 A.M., March 30, 2005:
BIDDER BID AMOUNT
Heston Contracting $26,933.00
30360 Eagle Lake Drive
Frazee, Minnesota 56544
Quality Restoration & Service 29,235.00
3066 Spruce Street
Little Canada, Minnesota 55117
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Tucker and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the bid of Heston Contracting, Frazee, Minnesota, in the amount of $26,933.00, for the construction of curb, gutter, driveway and sidewalk improvements at various locations throughout the City.
Pursuant to the advertisement for bids for removal of diseased trees within the City, the following bids were received and opened on March 30, 2005, at 9:00 A.M.:
BIDDER BID AMOUNT
D.L. Excavating & Landscaping $12,500.00
30523 State Highway 34
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota 56501
Harles Tree Service 14,062.50
32684 Claybank
Erhard, Minnesota 56534
Carr’s Tree Service 16,321.13
Box 250
Ottertail, Minnesota 56571
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the bid of D.L. Excavating & Landscaping, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, in the amount of $12,500.00, for removal of diseased trees within the City.
Pursuant to the advertisement for bids on the rental and service of portable restrooms, the following bids were received and opened on March 30, 2005, at 9:00 A.M.:
BIDDER BID AMOUNT
Septic Vac $ 7,456.00
15700 Long Lake Road
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota 56501
Jiffy Jons, Inc. 7,520.00
1811 26th Street South
Moorhead, Minnesota 56560
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the bid of Septic Vac, in the amount of $7,456.00, for rental and service of portable restrooms.
Pursuant to the advertisement for bids for mowing weed lots in various locations throughout the City, the only bid received was that of Stanley Krajsa, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the bid of Stanley Krajsa, in the amount of $3,000.00, for mowing weed lots.
Pursuant to the request of the Detroit Lakes Ministerial Association and upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving their request for use of the City Park for “Family Jam” on August 27, 2005, from 2:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of fertilizer licenses for 2005 to Lee Songstad dba Luxury Landscapting and Lawn Care, Gary Edlund dba Barefoot Lawns, Dave Piepkorn dba ChemLawn and Cody Saunders dba Pro-Lawn, pursuant to their applications and $25.00 fee.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a semi-commercial dock license to Pine to Palm Motel, 702 West Lake Drive and a private dock license to Cole Hanson, 408 West Lake Drive.
The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Alderman Imholte regarding the additional proceeds generated from the sale of Public Utilities property to Menards, Inc. Clayton Schott, 26230 North Tower Road, Detroit Lakes, distributed a letter to the City Council on the same subject. Mayor Buboltz advised that this item will be on the Long Range Planning Meeting on May 5-6, 2005.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Zeman, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing, for its second reading and adoption, Ordinance No. 269, an ordinance adding Section 601.09 and amending Section 702.05 to the City Code relative to background investigations.
Upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing the Police Chief to advertise and sell a 1987 Ford pickup forfeiture vehicle.
Pursuant to the request of the Pavilion Preservation Committee and the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried, without a dissenting vote, allowing the Pavilion Preservation Committee to use the City park for a picnic and approving the issuance of a permit to conduct a dance on June 3, 2005, pursuant to the recommendation of the Police Chief.
Upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a parade permit to the American Legion for the 9th District American Legion Convention June 11, 2005.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a parade permit to the American Legion, allowing them to conduct the Memorial Day Parade on May 30, 2005.
Upon the recommendation of the Police Chief and Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a dance permit to Dan Holoiem/ Second Chance Band for a dance at the Pavilion on August 12, 2005.
Upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried, without a dissenting vote, appointing Tom Klyve to the Siren Subcommittee.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a temporary on-sale 3.2 malt liquor license to D.L. Softball Association for the 2005 Softball Season.
Upon the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the following permits to consume alcoholic beverages at the Pavilion for the following:
1) Karna Nelson Family Reunion, July 9-10, 2005; and
2) LeClerc Family Reunion, August 13, 2005.
Pursuant to the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the following gambling applications:
1) D.L. Baseball Association, Inc., for a raffle at the Detroit Lakes
Community and Cultural Center, June 20, 2005, and
2) Ducks Unlimited Chapter – Lakes Area Ladies for gambling
at the Holiday Inn, April 23, 2005.
Upon the recommendation of the Public Utilities Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Anderson and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving completion of the contract and final payment to Ernst Trenching, Inc., in the amount of $21,763.80 for 2003 Electric Distribution Improve-ments.
A motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of the following cigarette licenses for one year, pursuant to their applications and $100.00 fees:
1) Holiday Inn, 1155 Highway 10 East;
2) County 22 General Store, 25883 County Highway 22; and
3) Eagles Club, 112 West Holmes Street.
A motion was made by Alderman
Imholte, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, that
the trial balance, submitted by Finance Officer Louis Guzek, showing the balance
in the City treasury to be in the amount of $1,745,803.96 as of March 31, 2005,
be accepted, approved and placed on file.
Pursuant to the recommendation of
the Finance Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Imholte, who
moved its adoption, approving the payment of claims paid by proper authorization
covering the period March 2, 2005, through April 5, 2005, in the amount of
$2,276,372.12. The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by
Alderman Aune and carried without a dissenting vote. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
The motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, that the County Court Report for February, 2005, Chief of Police Reports, Fire Chief’s Report, Liquor Store Manager’s Report, parking violations report and Animal Control Report be approved and placed on file.
After Mayor Buboltz advised the Council that Becker County will be overseeing the proposed parking ramp construction and upon the recommendation of the Mayor, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, to recommend to Becker County the appointments of Aldermen Anderson and Heltemes (representing the City Council); Alderman Zeman (representing the City Council and downtown business community); Roger Price (representing the downtown business community); Dawn Olson or Ron Ohe (representing the Washington Square Mall); Dave Larson (representing Chamber of Commerce) and Jerry Wagendorf (representing the Eagles Club) to the County’s Parking Advisory Committee which will oversee the proposed parking ramp project.
The motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a cigarette license, for one year, to the VFW Club, 500 Washington Avenue, pursuant to their application and $100.00 fee.
There being no further business to conduct, by general consent, Mayor Buboltz adjourned the meeting at 6:55 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Lynne Krieger
Asst. City Administrator