HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 [04] Apr 01 {Book 03}
~I Mayor
Donald "Bud" Reber
Councilors
Ken Hiemenz
21 First Avenue NW Ross Rieke
P.O. Box 668 Bob Loso
St. Joseph, Minnesota 56374 Stephanie Hazen
(612) 363-7201 City Clerk/Adm
FAX # 363-0342 CITY OF ST. JOSEPH Rachel Stapleton
City Council Meeting
April 1 , 1993
7:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1. Ca 11 to Order
2. 7:00 p.m. Elmer Rakotz - Service Award
3. Approve Agenda
4. Bills Payable
5. Approve MinUtes - March 16 and March 18, 1993
6. Mayor Reports
. 7 . Counc i 1 Reports
8. OLD BUSINESS
a) Personnel Policy Manual
b) Ordinance Amendment - Garage/Accessory Buildings
c) Star City Program
d) Snow Removal - Business District
e) City Council Minutes
f) Truck purchase
g)
9 . 7:30 p. m. - City Engineer Reports
a) Application for payment
b) Water Control Panel
10. 8:00 p.m. Open to the Public
11. 8:15 p.m. Recess
12. 8:30 p.m. - City Attorney Reports
a) Liquor Ordinance - Special Events License
b) Roadway Easement
13. Clerk/Administrator Reports
a) May Bowle Liquor License
. b) Compost Area
c) Easement Request - Ross Rieke
d) Street Lighting - Pond View Ridge & Cloverdale 5th
e) Amendment for Annexation - correction
f) Pay Period Change
14. Adjourn
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. Pursuant to due ca 11 and notice thereof, the City Council for the City
of st. Joseph met in special session on Tuesday, March 16, 1993 at 7:00
p.m. in the st. Joseph City Hall.
Members Present: Mayor Donald "Bud" Reber. Members of the Council Ross
Rieke/ Stephanie Hazen, Bob Loso, Ken Hiemenz. Deputy Clerk Judy
Weyrens.
Others Present: Police Chief Brad Lindgren, Mary Generous, Jean Gustin,
steve Erickson, Jeff Young.
The purpose of the Special meeting was to discuss the 1993 wage and
benefit increase for the employees, and to discuss personnel issues as
they relate to this.
Mayor Reber called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Approval of Agenda: Hazen made a motion to approve the agenda as
posted; seconded by Rieke.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
Secretary Position: Mayor Reber discussed the need for the Clerk's
Office to staff three full time employees. Until August, 1992, the
4IÞ Clerk's Office has been functioning with two full time and one part
time staff. However, the part time staff has been working an average
of 72.00 hours. The work load in the Clerk's Office definitely
warrants the staffing of three full time employees. Rieke made a motion
to offer Mary Generous a full time position as Secretary. The motion
was seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
Councilor Loso questioned whether or not the City would have to
advertise and open the position to any interested person. Discussion
followed that indicated that since the City is not creating a new
position, but promoting an individual for the same position, changing
the classification from part time to full time, it might not be
necessary. When asked about the wage and benefits for the fu 11 time
position, Mayor Reber stated that the individual would have to contact
her supervisor, who would in turn make a recommendation to the Council.
Patrol Officer Fu 11 Time: Chief Lindgren had presented the Council with
a recommendation to promote Officer Jean Gustin to full time patro 1.
Chief Lindgren's proposal stated that the department could better use
the time of Gustin on the streets patrolling, rather than in the office
as a secretary. Councilor Loso again questioned whether or not the
City would need to advertise the position and take applications.
Hiemenz made a motion to offer Officer Gustin a fu 11 time position as
patrol officer, as recommended by Chief Lindgren. The motion was
4IÞ seconded by Rieke.
Rieke, Hazen, Hiemenz.
Ayes: Reber/
Nayes: Loso. Motion Carried 4:1
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Deputy Clerk, Judy Weyrens, questioned the procedure the part time
employees would go through to discuss the specifics of their employment
and compensation. Mayor Reber stated that procedure would be for the
employee to discuss the matter with their supervisor, and the
supervisor would then make a recommendation for Council consideration.
At 7: 15 p.m. Mayor Reber closed the meeting to discuss personnel
evaluations and personnel matters.
Mayor Reber re-opened the meeting at 7:40 p.m.
Councilor Hiemenz made the following motion:
The City of st. Joseph wi 11 adopt the new "1992 Wage Schedule as
revised", which 1 i sts city positions by Class I through XI/ Step 1
through step 7 , and apply the 2% pay increase granted on January 21 ,
1993 to this schedule and:
1 . A 11 employees not already placed or paid according to the 1992
wage schedule be placed in the step most closely representing
their present hourly pay rate so long as the new step rate is
greater than the pay rate of the old step, and
2 . those employees whose hourly rate presently exceeds the
new chart, as adjusted with the 2% pay increase, will have the
. 2% increase applied to their present hourly rate and will have
this rate saved unt i 1 the wage step exceeds their saved hourly
rate, at which time they shall be eligible for promotion to
the pay grade of their respective step if the employee is
recommended for promotion and approved by the City Council.
The motion died for a lack of a second.
The Council discussed the step system currently being used and the
revised step system that was prepared for compliance to pay equity.
The Counci 1 in 1992 agreed to implement the revised system in 1993, and
at that time they did adopt the system. Any new employee that started
was placed on the revised schedule.
Loso made a motion reaffirming the January 21, 1992 decision,
increasing the wages of 1992 by 296. Also, each employee el igib1e for a
step sha 11 each receive such, based on the recommendations of the
department heads. The motion was seconded by Hazen.
DISCUSSION
The Council discussed the two different pay scales being used, and
agreed that all the employees should be moved into the revised step
system.
4IÞ Hazen made a motion to amend the motion on the floor with the
following:
All employees that are currently on the old step s y stem w ill be moved
to the new step system as designed for pay equity. Each emp 10ye wi 11
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. be moved into the step nearest their current salary. (Using the 1992
wages) . After being placed in the step system, each employee shall
receive a 2% increase in wages, with the 2% being added to each
individual step. The motion was seconded by Rieke.
DISCUSSION
Counc i 1 members questioned how the employees would receive their step.
It was clarified that the step would be applied after being placed on
the revised step system.
Hiemenz made a motion to amend the amendment to include that only those
employees that were recommended for a step increase by their department
head would receive a step increase. The motion died for a lack of a
second
Vote call on amendment to the motion.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso.
Nayes: Hiemenz. Motion Carried 4:1
Vote ca 11 on motion.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
. Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
Loso made a motion to advance Police Chief Brad Lindgren one step;
seconded by Hiemenz.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
Hiemenz made a motion making the effective date of the pay increase to
January 1 , 1993, and authorizing retroactive pay. The motion was
seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
Roske Ri~ht of Way Issue: Loso made a motion authorizing the City
Attorney, John Scherer, to respond to attorney James Degiovanni,
representing Gerald Roske, with regards to the right-of-way and the
sewer line location. The motion was seconded by Rieke.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
Hazen made a motion to adjourn at 8:25 p.m; seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0
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udy Weyrens
Deputy'Clerk
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. to due ca 11 and notice thereof, the City Council for the City
Pursuant
of st. Joseph met in regular session on Thursday, March 18, 1993 at
7:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph City Hall.
Members Present: Mayor Donald "Bud" Reber. Members of the Council Ross
Rieke, Stephanie Hazen, Bob Loso, Ken Hiemenz. Deputy Clerk Judy
Weyrens.
Others Present: City Engineer Joe Bettendorf, Police Chief Brad
Lindgren, Public Works Director Dick Taufen, Stuart Goldschen, Dan
Nierengarten, Mark Sakry, Geri Herges, Lance Wassink.
Approve A~enda: Hazen made a motion to approve the agenda as amended;
seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0.
Bills Payable: Hazen made a motion to approve the bills payable as
presented; seconded by Hiemenz.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5 : 0 .
Treasurer's Report: Deputy Clerk Judy Weyrens explained that the
auditors are scheduled to begin the Audit process on April 5, 1993. At
4IÞthis point the year end is not closed out, therefore, the January &
February Treasurer's report is not yet complete. Once the audit is
complete the Council will receive the treasurer's report. Loso made a
motion to accept the Treasurer's report; seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5 : 0 .
Approve Minutes March ~ 1993: Loso made a motion to approve the
minutes of the March 4, 1993 City Council meeting with the following
corrections.
Page 2181 : Mayor Reports 2) . . . Mayor Reber has received TWO
quotes. . .
Page 2181 : Mayor Reports 2) . . One quote was from..., the other
quote was from st. Augusta Wood Shop for approx. $1600
Page 2182: Ordinance Amendment .. .Accessory buildings can v.. .
Page 2184: 5th paragraph - John Scherer spoke on behalf of Police
Chief Lindgren.
Page 2185: 5th paragraph - . . . the potential... is too great.
Page 2186: 6th paragraph - Hazen made . . . . establishment, as
updated and revised by the city Attorney.
Page 2186: FmHA Designation: Received a report on FmHA housing.
Page 2188: Proposed Salvage Yard - . . Mayor Reber, not Dehler.
Page 2188: Joint Meeting - The Chair of the Planning Commission
will also be invited to attend.
Page 2189: Engineer reports - . . Joe has outlined two alter...
. Page 2189: Engineer reports - . . If WE serve . .
The motion was seconded by Hiemenz.
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. Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0.
Mayor Reports: 1) Mayor Reber has received the following bids for a
new garage door and opener for the annex garage used by the Pol ice
Department:
1. Overhead Door of st. Cloud $ 676.00
2. Door Service of st. Cloud $ 663.00
3. Automatic Garage Door Company $ 694.00
The quotes include installation and one (1) automatic opener. After
talking to Chief Lindgren, Mayor Reber would recommend the City
purchase two openers, with the second opener at a cost of $20.00
Loso made a motion to authorize the purchase of the following at a cost
of $ 696.00:
1 - 16' x 7 1/2' C6EST Ideal Door, Ribbed Stee 1 , Non insulated
1 - Liftmaster Model 1255 Operator
1 - Radio Transmitter
1 - Keyless Entry System
1 additional automatic control
The motion was seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0.
2) Mayor Reber felt it is important for the Council to continue to
discuss snow removal in the business district. This issue should be
4IÞPlaced on future agendas under old business unti 1 the matter is
resolved.
3) Public Works Director Dick Taufen approached Mayor Reber and
discussed the possibility of purchasing another truck. During 1992,
the Council had approved Dick to look for another truck, giving him a
budget of $20,000. Boyer Ford did not receive the state contract this
year, however, they have some used airport trucks with low mi leage.
The trucks are a 1985 model and have less than 50,000 miles. Mayor
Reber questioned the need for another truck. Because of the cost of
the vehicles, Reber felt that the City should run the vehicles unti 1
they are no longer functioning. Ken Hiemenz stated that before
equipment is purchased, a needs analysis should be performed for
Counc i 1 review. The Council also discussed contacting the auto
dealership that did receive the state contract, and see what they would
have available. Rieke made a motion directing Dick Taufen to complete
a needs analysis for purchasing a new truck, and to check with Lakevile
Motor, State contract recipient, to see if they would have a truck to
meet the City , s needs. After this is completed, Dick should present
his findings to the Council for their consideration. The motion was
seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: Reber. Motion Carried 4:1.
4) Radio Frequency: Mayor Reber questioned Councilor Rieke as to
the status. Councilor Rieke stated that he did speak with Chief
Lindgren, and sharing the radio frequency with Waite Park has benefits
to the Police Department. Chief Lindgren has spoken with Chief
4IÞDickenson of Waite Park and the matter has been resolved with Waite
Park continuing
on the frequency.
5) Confined Space Training has been completed on March 17, 1993.
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.6) Reber stated that he would like to have a sign made labeling the
City Offices, to aid residents in locating the building. Chief
Lindgren interjected that he would 1 i ke to see a sign placed on the
C it y Ha 11 door, as people walk into the Police Department looking for
the City Offices.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Rieke: 1) After the meeting on March 16, 1993, Rieke has checked with
Granite City storage to discuss personnel record storage. Rieke also
felt that the City could inquire at the 1st state Bank of st. Joseph to
see if they would have a safety deposit box large enough to hold the
folders. Mayor Reber stated that he would be meeting with City
Attorney John Scherer to discuss his recommendations. The Council also
discussed purchasing a sma 1 1 safe for record retention, or the
possibility of storing f i 1 es at the City Attorney . s Office.
2) Rieke has checked with Manpower Services on the matter of hiring
someone as an independent staff of the City to take the minutes of all
City meetings. Rieke briefly discussed the process and cost involved.
Hazen didn't feel that it was appropriate to hire someone else to take
minutes when the City Offices staff three full time positions. Hiemenz
stated that if an outside agent were hired, the job descriptions would
have to be reviewed and re-written. Mayor Reber read an excerpt from
the League Handbook in which it states that the City Clerk is
4IÞresponsible for minute taking. Loso expressed concerns with the
Council spending valuable time correcting the minutes. A lengthy
discussion followed. This matter will be placed under old business on
the City Council agenda.
3) The CORE Forum was held on March 11, 1993 at Mary Commons. The
turn out was rather sma 1 1 , but we 11 planned.
Hazen: No Report.
Loso: Loso discussed the past snow removal policies in which the
business owners would participate in the cost. Rieke questioned
whether the City could impose a snow removal surcharge. Mayor Reber
stated that after a snow fall, all maintenance department personnel are
busy with snow removal for at least three (3) days. At some future
date a meeting should be scheduled to meet with all the business owners
and City Council to further discuss this matter.
Hiemenz: Attended a Human Rights Commission meeting at which the main
topic was combating bigotry and racism in Minnesota and the work force.
Police Chief Reports: Chief Lindgren presented the monthly po 1 ice
report. The background check on the share holders of Bip, Inc. has
been completed, and there is nothing to prevent the transfer of the
license from Sa 1 . s Bar to Bip Inc. Councilor Rieke requested Chief
Lindgren to submit a letter to the Council with his recommendation.
4IÞHazen questioned Chief Lindgren if he has received any feedback from
the bar owners. He stated no.
Members of the Council discussed recent observations of people running
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4IÞthe stop signs, especially the four way stop on College Ave and
Minnesota street. Chief Lindgren stated that he will try and spend
time patrolling that area in the morning when the problem appears to be
the greatest.
Hiemenz questioned the distance vehicles must park from uncontrolled
and controlled intersections. Chief Lindgren stated the distance was
20' and the department has been ticketing cars in violation.
Loso made a motion to send Officer steve Erickson to Fire Arms training
as requested by Chief Lindgren. The motion was seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0.
Chief Lindgren stated that Officer Erickson would be training the rest
of the department after he is certified.
OLD BUSINESS
Personnel Policy: Councilors Hazen and Hiemenz have not been able to
work on the policy the past two weeks, but hope to have the first draft
for Counci 1 review on Apri 1 1, 1993.
star Citv Proqram: The City Offices have received the names of the
.folloWing people interested in serving on the Commission: Greg
Reinhart, Duane Sorenson, Bob Krebsbach and Mike Hazen.
Ordinance Amendment ~ Garage: This matter is in the hands of the City
Attorney who is in the process of drafting an Ordinance for Council
review.
Sal's Liquor License - with the background check complete, the license
can be processed through Liquor Control.
CITY ENGINEER REPORTS
Application for Payment: City Engineer, Joe Bettendorf, presented an
application for payment for CBI Na-Con, Inc. for the amount of
$ 37,738.75. The payment is for the water storage facility. Council
Members Rieke and Loso questioned Mr. Bettendorf if he felt everything
was in order. Upon Bettendorf's recommendation, Loso made a motion to
approve Application for payment No.3, payable to CBI Na-Con, Inc. in
the amount of $37,738.75. The motion was seconded by Rieke.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 5:0.
Mr. Bettendorf updated the Council on the progress of the tower and
stated that the erection of the tower is scheduled to be complete on
May 1, 1993.
. West Minnesota Street: Mr. Bettendorf presented the Council with plans
for the improvement of Minnesota Street. The plans will be forwarded
to County Engineer Douglas Wieszharr, who will then submit them to
State Aid for approval. The City should receive correspondence from
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. state Aid in approximately one week. The project is broke down as
follows:
Phase One: Fourth Avenue NW to First Avenue NW 3-4 weeks
Remove existing pavement, curbing and walk.
Construct watermain and storm sewer.
Replace existing water services.
Complete grading, ready for Class 5 base.
Phase I I : First Avenue NW to First Avenue NE 1 - 2 weeks
Place Class 5 base on Phase One area
Remove existing pavement, curbing, and walk
Construct storm sewer
Phase I I I : Entire Project 2 - 3 weeks
Place Class 5 base on Phase I I area.
Construct curbing and walk
Place bituminous surfacing
Complete sodding and clean up.
The project has been designed to be completed one week before labor
day. Hopefully the project wi 11 be bid at the end of April.
Mr. Bettendorf stated that there is a City cost of $250,000. The City
needs to discuss if any of the City cost will be assessed and how the
4IÞ project will be financed.
Hiemenz made a motion to recess for 10 minutes; seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Reber, Rieke, Hazen, Hiemenz.
Nayes: Loso. Motion Carried 4:1.
Mayor Reber reconvened the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
Boys ~ Girls Club: Mark Sakry introduced himself and his staff that
would be working with the st. Joseph recreation program. The program
has changed slightly this year with additional swimming time and a
vo 11 eyba 11 program for the older children. The program this year has
been shortened to 7 weeks, because of the low turn out during the week
of the 4th of July. The program dates will be June 21, 1993 to July 2 ,
1993 and July 1 2 , 1993 to August 13, 1993.
Councilor Rieke left at 8:40 p.m.
Mr. Sakry also presented a financial report showing the st. Joseph
program running in the red. The Boys and Girls Club is requesting the
City to donate $5,800. Councilor Loso stated that the City has not
budgeted $5,800 for summer recreation, and questioned whether or not
the T-shirts were necessary. After a lengthy discussion, the Council
requested the City Offices to send letters to the charitable
organizations requesting funds to subsidize the T-shirts for summer
recreation. Loso made a motion authorizing the expenditure of $4,400
4IÞ payable to the st. Cloud Boys & Girls Club for Summer Recreation. The
motion was seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
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CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS
Roske Ri~ht of Way Issue: Action taken on March 1 6 , 1993
Truck Inspection: Public Works Director Dick Taufen presented the
Counc i 1 with information on Truck Inspection. Federal Law states that
any truck that exceeds 26,000 lbs GVW must be inspected yearly by a
certified inspector. st. Cloud AVTI is offering a course that would
certify an individual to inspect vehicles. After discussion, the
Counc i 1 felt that the City would be better served '&: a independent
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inspector were hired. Hiemenz made a motion to hire a private vendor
to perform any truck inspections needed by the City, pending the City
Attorneys review. The motion was seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
Board of Review: The City Council will met as the Board of Review on
April 14, 1993 at the st. Joseph City Hall.
City Office Improvement: The City Clerk's Office is in the process of
remodeling the front the office. The project should be complete the
week of March 30, 1993.
4IÞsprin~ Clean ~ ~ Week: The Park Board will be establishing a date for
Spring Clean up.
City and Township Meetin~: The City of st. Joseph and Township of St.
Joseph wi 11 be meeting on March 30, 1993 at 8:00 p.m. in the Township
Ha 11 .
Janitorial Increase: Lorraine Evens, Janitorial Services for both the
City Hall and City Clerk's Office is requesting an increase of .25 per
hour. Lorraine has been with the City for two years and is currently
making 4.25 per hour. Loso made a motion to approve the .25 pay
increase of Lorraine Evens as requested; seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
Well Cleanin~: We 11 s Number One and Number Two are in need of cleaning.
The City has received the following bids for that service:
Donabauer Well $1/565 per we 11 Tota 1 - $ 3, 130
Traut Well $1/450 - We 11 1 ;
$1,600 - We 11 2 Total - $ 3,050
After discussion, Loso made a motion authorizing the expenditure of
$3,050 to clean Wells Number 1 & 2. The motion was seconded by Hazen.
4IÞ Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
Millstream Park Well: Dick Taufen briefly discussed the well located at
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tIÞ Millstream Park. According to the Health Department, the City can
continue to use the existing well at Millstream Park. The Recreation
Association would like to have a well at Millstream that would pump 100
gallons per minute. No action taken.
Employee Benefits: Loso discussed the rising cost of health insurance,
and the need for the City to require the employees to participate at a
greater 1 eve 1 . After discussion, Loso made a motion to cap the
insurance benefits at the current do 1 1 ar . The employees shall be
responsible for paying the additional premium when the rates are
adjusted in July, 1993. Additionally, the Council wi 1 1 review the cap
in 1994. The motion was seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
Discussion followed on the Police Federation and their contract. The
Federation will be asked to participate with the adjusted insurance
cap. City Attorny to review this matter and advise.
Minutes: In an effort to save valuable time at Council Meetings, Hazen
made a motion requiring minutes of all City Council meetings to be
mailed to Council Members no later than four business days after the
Counc i 1 meeting, (the Wednesday following the meeting). Any Council
Member who wishes to correct the minutes, must have their copy returned
4IÞ to the City Office no later than two days after receiving the minutes.
The minutes will then be revised and resubmitted to the Council for
approva 1 . The motion was seconded by Loso.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
Police Hours: Loso discussed with the Council his concerns on the
Police Department working 10 hour days. Since the department has five
full time officers, he feels the schedule could be better served i f
they returned to eight hour sh ifts. Loso stated that he has also
received complaints from residents that the Police Chief only works
four days a week. The Council was in general agreement. Loso made a
motion requiring the Police Department to change all shifts to eight
hours, effective April 4, 1993. The motion was seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
The Federation will be sent a memo with regards to these changes and
legal opinion wi 11 be sought from the City Attorney.
Loso made a motion to adjourn at 9: 15 p.m. j seconded by Hazen.
Ayes: Reber, Hazen, Loso, Hiemenz.
Nayes: None. Motion Carried 4:0.
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Judy Weyrens
Deputy Clerk
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DONOHUE RAJKOWSKI L T D.
Attorneys at Law Reply to: St. Cloud
March 23r 1993
ST. CLOUD
11 Seventh Avenue North
P,O. Box 1433
Ms. Rachel Stapleton
St. Cloud, MN 56302-1433 St. Joseph City Clerk Administrator
612'251'1055 City Hall
800'445'9617 P.O. Box 668
FAX 612'251'5896 St. Joseph, :MN 56374
MINNEAPOLIS The Honorable Bud Reber
2904 Plaza VII P.O. Box 313
St. Joseph, :MN 56374
45 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1620 Re: Police Federation Contract
612'339'9206 Our File No. 15,692
800'445'9617
FAX 612'339'4775 Dear Bud and Rachel:
. It is my understanding that some questions came up last
FRANK J. RA/KOIVSKI week regarding the status of the contract with the
GORDON H, HANSMEIER Police Federation and the ability of the Council to
FREDERICK L. GRUNKE make changes to that contract relating to the length of
THOMAS G, JOVANOVICH the work day and payment of insurance premiums.
JOHN H, SCHERER
PAUL A, RAIKOIVSKI I have had an opportunity to look at the 1992 and 1993
Federation contracts. I have also reviewed Minutes
KEVIN F. GRAY from the special meeting of March 16, 1993, as well
as
the regular City Council meeting of March 18, 1993.
WILLIAM J. CASHMAN
DAVID T. SHAY It is my understanding that the 1992 Federation
CAROL A. STARK contract expired on December 31, 1992. At the special
RICHARD w. SOBALVARRO meeting of March 16, 1993, the Council met to discuss
MICHAEL c. RA/KOWSKI wage and benefit increases as well as other related
personnel issues. A portion of that meeting was closed
A. CHAD McKENNEY to the public for the purpose of discussing individual
MOLLY J. WINGATE employee evaluations. When the meeting was reopened, a
resolution was passed adopting a revised step system
MICHAEL H, DONOHUE and providing for its application to employees. The
OF COU:-';SEL minutes do not reflect any specific discussion of the
Police Federation contract.
JAMES H, KELLY, M.D., F.A.C.P.
}.'ÍEDlCAL CO~Sl.:LTA:-';T It is my understanding that on or about March 17, 1993,
t''' H, HA"S"E'ER IS AD'"TIED TO PRACTICE a letter was sent to the Police Federation regarding
IN NORTH DAKOTA Al\:D WISCO:-':SIX, the step system change/ as well as some notes regarding
PAUL A. RAJKOWSKI IX WISCO:-','SI1'<,
AROL A. STARK I:-J }LUXOIS A:-:D MISSOL1U sick leave and vacation. These changes were
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new agreement was sent to the Federation for consideration. It
is my understanding that the Federation accepted the proposal and
returned signed copies to the City Clerk's office. The Mayor
then signed the contracts on behalf of the City.
On March 18, 1993, two motions were presented dealing with issues
covered in the Police Federation contract. First, a motion was
made to cap insurance benefits by providing that employees shall
be responsible for paying any additional premiums incurred with
rate increases put into effect in July of 1993. A second motion
reduced the work day for a police officer from ten hours to eight
hours.
As of March 17, 1993, a contract existed between the City and the
Police Federation. The question becomes whether or not that
contract was valid or whether or not the contract could be
amended if valid to comply with the two resolutions passed at the
March 18th meeting.
I have been advised by the City Clerk's office that in the past
. the City Council has generally not passed a specific resolution
authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Federation
contract. When there has been an apparent agreement between the
parties of the terms of the contract, the contract was signed by
the Mayor.
In this particular case, the contract was signed under
circumstances consistent with past practice. Although there may
be some question as to whether or not the Council formally
authorized this execution, there appears to have been implicit
authorization by the approval of the other employment issues
discussed at the meeting of March 16, 1993, and direction to the
Clerk's office to advise employees of the Council's decisions.
Apparently, no other real issues regarding the Police Federation
contract had arisen at that time.
It would also appear as though the Police Federation had the
right to rely upon the apparent authority of the Mayor to sign
the contract. Therefore, I do not believe that the City could
successfully rescind the agreement.
Even if the City could rescind the agreement at this timet that
action may be of little or no benefit. The two issues addressed
in the resolutions of March 18, 1993, are matters which are
subject to collective bargaining. I do not believe that the City
. Council would have the authority to unilaterally change these
contract terms. Any change would have to be with the agreement
of the Police Federation.
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Certainly, the City could still approach the Federation and ask
to negotiate an amendment to the contract regarding these issues.
In factI as the contract now reads, it appears as though the
employees would be responsible for any rate increase for
insurance premiums. In this regard, I call your attention to
paragraph 12.1 found on page 11 of the Agreement. Although the
City and the employees may have shared these rate increases in
the past, it appears as though under the contract, the City is
not required to do so.
In conclusion, I would be of the opinion that the City Council
could not unilaterally change terms contained in the Police
Federation contract signed on or about March 17, 1993. With the
agreement of the Federation, terms can be renegotiated. With
regard to the resolution regarding payment of increases in
insurance premiums, I believe that the current contract is
consistent with the resolution passed by the City Council on
March 18, 1993.
If you or any council members have any other questions, please
. let me know.
Very truly yours,
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Reply to: St. Cloud
March 23, 1993
ST. CLOUD I
11 Seventh Avenue North !
P.O, Box 1433 I
St. Cloud,MN56302-1433 Ms. Rachel s~apleton .,
i St. Joseph Clty Clerk Admlnlstrator
612025101055 I Ci ty Hall
800'445·9617 I P . 0 . Box 668
FAX 6120251'5896 St. Joseph, MN 56374
MINNEAPOLIS I Re: Sal' s Bar Application
2904 Plaza VII i Truck Inspection
I Security File
45 South Seventh Street
, State Pay Freeze
Minneapolis,MN55402-1620 Our File No. 15,692
612'339'9206
800,445'9617 Dear Rachel:
FAX 612'339'4775
. The Mayor recently contacted me seeking input regarding
F [R several issues recently before the City Council. I
~~K. Mw~n would like to take this opportunity to briefly address
GoRDoNH,HANSMEIER each issue.
FREDERICK L. GRUNKE
THoMASG.JoVANoVICH I The Mayor asked me if I saw any problem with the
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JoHNH, SCHERER : proposed transfer of the Sal' s Bar llquor llcense. I
PAULA.RA/KoWSKI have discussed this matter with the police chief. He
K F.G found nothing obJ'ectionable in his background check.
EVIN. RAY .
Therefore, I would recommend that the Clty approve the
transfer of the license if this has not already been
WILLIAM J, CASHMAN done.
DAVID T, SHAY
CAROL A. STARK I The Mayor also asked me for my opinion regarding a
RICHARDW. SoBALVARRo I truck inspection proposal set forth in a March 9, 1993,
MICHAELC.RA/KoWSKI ,letter from Dick Taufen. The City Council had some
C K concern that an in-house inspection by Mr. Taufen's
A. HADMc ENNEY department may expose the City to liability in the
MmaTM~ME event of a defective vehicle. I don't think that this
is necessarily the case. First of all, inspection will
MICHAELH.DoNoHUE not necessarily affect liability in the event of an
OF COUNSEL accident caused by an alleged defect in the truck.
First of all, although a defect may not have shown up
JAMESH, KELLY,M,D.,F.A,C.P. on inspection/ the defect may have appeared after
~!EDICALCONSULTANT inspection and before the accident. The City is
GORDO;.;H, HA.'<S"EIER IS AD'UTrED TO PRACTICE ul timately responsible for the condition of the trucks.
. INNORTHDAKOTAANDWISCO;';SI;';, I 'd d· 'II 1, h h
PAULA,RAJKOWSKIINWISCO;';SI:<, assume any In epen ent lnspector Wl calm t at t e
AROLA, STARK I:< ILU;';OIS AND MISSOURI defect arose after their inspection. They will also
AND WILLIA!'.f J. CASHMAN IN SOUTH DAKOTA.. . .
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March 23, 1993
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inspection. Therefore, I do not see where the City would
necessarily have recourse against an inspector in the event of an
accident caused by a defect in the truck. Additionally, the City
does have insurance and is protected by the liability limits set
by Minnesota statute. Finally, an inspection by an employee who
will be driving the truck on a regular basis will probably be
better than that done by a non-employee on a once a year basis.
In summary, I would recommend that the City choose an inspection
system which will provide competent inspection at the most
economical basis over the long term. If this involves the
training of one of our employees to perform those inspections on
an annual basis, then there is certainly nothing wrong with that
choice.
A question also came up as to the retention of confidential
records by the City. I would recommend that the City acquire a
locked file cabinet and maintain those records within the City
offices. I would recommend that the key to that file be held by
one individual, such as the Mayor. Our office would be happy to
maintain a "backup" key. I would also suggest that the Mayor log
on a sheet maintained in the file cabinet every time the cabinet
. is opened for any reason, showing the date on which the file
cabinet was opened and the reason for inspection. If this system
becomes a problem due to the fact that the Clerk has to have
regular access to the files for the purpose of placing items in
personnel files, then I would suggest that the Clerk be allowed
to maintain a separate locked filed cabinet for personnel files
(other than her own) with any other confidential files in a
separate locked cabinet for the Mayor.
Finally, the Mayor presented a question as to the position of the
City in the event the State of Minnesota passes a wage freeze.
The City has authorized an increase in the salaries and wages of
the City's employees. I would recommend that the City allow the
increase to stand and proceed as if there will not be a wage
freeze. If the employees are entitled to an increase, then the
City should go forward with the increase. If the Legislature
does pass an act implementing a wage freeze, I would suggest that
we wait to see the language of the law before taking any contrary
action. The law may not be retroactive to wage increases
authorized before its enactment. The law may contain language
dealing with wage increases which have occurred within the past
several months. If the law does not directly address prior wage
increases, then I would think that they would be allowed to
stand. If the law does prohibit the prior wage increase, then I
assume that the wage increase would be invalidated and wages
rolled back to their pre-increase level. For now, I suggest that
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the Council continue to act in a manner prudent and proper under
the circumstances and not be concerned with what the State
Legislature may do on this area.
Very truly yours,
DONOHUE I LTD.
H. Scherer
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- Reply to: St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD March 26, 1993
11 Seventh Avenue ).;orth
P.O, Box 1433
Ms. Rachel Stapleton
51. Cloud, MN 36302-1433 .. .
St. Joseph Clty Clerk Admlnlstrator
6120251'1055 Ci ty Hall
800'445'9617 P . 0 . Box 668
FAX 6120251'5896 St. Joseph, MN 56374
MINNEAPOLIS Re: Amendments to Ordinance 71 and 72
290HlazaVII Our File No. 15,692
45 South Seventh Street Dear Rachel:
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1620
612'339·9206 Enclosed please find proposed amendments to the liquor
800'445'9617 ordinances specifically providing for the special event
FAX 612'33904775 license and setting forth the procedure for application
.' as well as license fee. Because this question has
started to arise on a more regular basis, I thought it
FRANK/. RA1KOWSKI was appropriate that the ordinances be amended to
GORDONH,HA:-ISMElER address this issue. I spoke with the mayor and he
FREDERICKL GRWiKE authorized me to prepare draft ordinance amendments to
THOMASG.J0V.4:-.l0VICH present to the City Council.
JOHN H, SCHERER
P.4UL.4.,R.41KOWSKI Therefore, I would suggest that these amendments be
~, . included in the Council packets with a copy of this
KdI:-;F.GRAY letter and if time allows, the Council be given an
opportunity to question me and discuss these proposals
WILLlAMJ, CASHMAN at the next meeting. Thank you.
DAVID T. SHAY
C.4ROLA. STARK Very truly yours,
RICH.{RD Iv. SOBALVARRO
DONOHUE RAJKOWSKI LTD.
MICHAEL c. RA{KOIVSKI
.4., CHAD McKE:-.lNEY
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MICH.4ELH, DONOHUE John H. Scherer
OF COU:--:5EL
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PAUL A. RAJKOWSKI IX WISCO:-":SI:-i, 'I
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of the
st. Joseph Code of Ordinances. 1992 Edition
Licensinq and Requ1ating the Consumption of
Intoxicating Liquor
Ordinance 71 of the st. Joseph Code of Ordinances is
amended as follows:
1. Section 71.1 Subd. 1 is rescinded and the following
enacted in its place:
Subd. 1: General Requirement. No person, except a
wholesaler or manufacturer to the extent authorized under
state license, shall directly or indirectly deal in, sell,
or keep for sale in the city any intoxicating liquor without
a license. to do so.as provided in this ordinance. Liquor
licenses shall be of four kinds: "on-sale", "off-sale",
"club" and "special event" licenses.
2. The fOllowing Section 71.2 Subd. 5 is enacted:
Subd. 5: Special Event Licenses. "Special Event" licenses
shall be issued to a qualified applicant for a specified
continual twenty-four hour period expiring at 1:00 a.m. The
. "special event" license shall be subject to the general
terms and conditions of this or ordinance, unless clearly
inapplicable, with the following additions and/or changes:
a. Application for the "special event" license shall
be submitted at least 30 days prior to the date of
applicability.
b. The license fee shall be paid at the time of
application, subject to refund if the license is
denied.
c. Proof of liability insurance in accordance with
section 71.3 Subd. 3 shall be delivered to the
city Clerk prior to issuance of the license.
d. The City Council may waive the investigation fee
required by section 71.5 Subd. 1 for applicants
which are organizations or entities existing
primarily for educational, religious, civic,
charitable or community service purposes, if the
organization or entity has been engaged in its
primary activity in the City of st. Joseph for the
five years preceding the application.
. e. The "special event" license is non-transferrable.
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. f. The maximum number of "special event" licenses
which may be issued to an entity or organization
in a single calendar year is .
3. That the existing section 71.4 Subd. 2 is rescinded and
the following enacted in its place:
Subd. 2: Fees. The annual fee for a liquor license shall
be for an "on-sale" liquor
license, for an "off-sale"
license, and the maximum amount allowed by law for a special
club license. The fee for a special event license shall be
per twenty-four hour license period.
4. That the following section 71.4 Subd. 3 is rescinded
and the following enacted in its place:
Subd. 3: Term: Pro Rata Fee. Other than the "special
event" license, each license shall be issued for a period of
one year except that if the application is made during the
license year, the license may be issued for the remainder of
the year for a pro rata fee; with any unexpired fraction of
a month being counted as one month. Every license shall
expire on June 30.
. The above ordinance amendments shall be effective upon
publication. These ordinance amendments were enacted by the city
of st. Joseph this ___ day of , 1993.
Mayor of the City of
st. Joseph
Clerk of the city of
st. Joseph
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of the
st. Joseph Code of Ordinances. 1992 Edition
Ordinance 72 of the st. Joseph Code of Ordinances is
amended as follows:
1. Section 72.2 Subd. 1 is amended by the rescission of
said subd. 1 and the enactment of the following in its place:
Subd. 1: No person, except wholesalers and manufacturers to
the extent authorized by law, shall deal in or dispose of by
gift, sale or otherwise, or keep or offer for sale, any beer
within the City without first having received a ¡icense as
hereinafter provided. Licenses shall be of three kinds:
(1) Retail "on-sale"; (2) Retail "off-sale"; (3) "Special
Event".
2. section 72.2 is hereby amended by the enactment of the
following as Subd. 4:
Subd. 4: "Special Event" licenses shall permit the on-sale
sale of non-intoxicating liquor for consumption on the
premises only, for a specified continual twenty-four hour
period expiring at 1:00 a.m. The "special event" license
. shall be subject to the general terms and conditions of this
ordinance, unless clearly inapplicable, with the following
additions and/or changes:
a. Application for the "special event" license shall
be submitted at least thirty days prior to the
date of applicability.
b. Proof of liability insurance as required by this
ordinance shall be delivered to the City Clerk
prior to issuance of the license.
c. The maximum number of "special event" licenses
which may be issued to an entity or organization
in a single calendar year is .
3. section 72.3 is hereby amended by the rescission of the
existing 72.3 and the enactment of the following in its place:
APPLICATIONS FOR LICENSE
Subd. 1: Every application for a license to sell beer shall
be made on a form supplied by the City and shall state the
name of the applicant, his age, representations as to his
character with such references as may be required, his
. citizenship, whether the application is for "on-sale", "off-
sale", or "special event", the business in connection with
which the proposed license will operate and its location,
whether applicant is owner and operator of the business, how
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. long he has been in that business at that place, and such
other information as the Council may require from time to
time. It shall be unlawful to make any false statement in
an application. Applications shall be filed with the City
Clerk.
Subd. 2: On an initial application for "non-intoxicating
liquor" license and on application for transfer of an
existing "non-intoxicating liquor" license, the applicant
shall pay with his application an investigation fee of not
to exceed Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) and the city shall
conduct a preliminary background and financial investigation
of the applicant. The application is such case shall be
made on a form prescribed by the state bureau of criminal
apprehension and with such additional information as the
council may require. If the council deems it in the public
_interest to have an investigation made on a particular
application for renewal of an "intoxicating liquor" license,
it shall so determine. In any case, if the council
determines that a comprehensive background and financial
investigation of the applicant is necessary, it may conduct
the investigation itself or contract with the bureau of
criminal investigation for the investigation. No license
shall be issued, transferred, or renewed if the results show
to the satisfaction of the council that issuance would not
. be in the public interest. If an investigation outside the
state is required, the applicant shall be charged the cost
not to exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) and shall be
paid by the applicant after deducting any initial
investigation fee already paid. The fee shall be payable by
the applicant whether or not the license is granted. The
city Council may waive the investigation and investigation
fee for applicants which are organizations or entities
existing primarily for educational, religious, civic,
charitable or community service purposes, if the
organization or entity has been engaged in its primary
activity in the city of st. Joseph for the five years
preceding the application.
The above ordinance amendments shall be effective upon
publication. These ordinance amendments were enacted by the city
of st. Joseph this ___ day of , 1993.
Mayor of the City of
st. Joseph
Clerk of the City of
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Reply to: St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD
11 Se\'enth Avenue :\orth March 26, 1993
p.o. Box 1433
St. Cloud, ;-.IN 56302-1433 Ms. Rachel Stapleton
612'251'1055 St. Joseph City Clerk Administrator
800'445'9617 City Hall
FAX 612·251·5896 P.O. Box 668
St. Joseph, fv:1N 56374
MINNEAPOLIS
2904 Plaza VII Re: Amendments to Ordinance 51 and 52
Our File No. 15,692
-l5 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, ~1N 55402-1620 Dear Rachel:
612'339'9206
800'445'9617 Enclosed herewith, please find the proposed amendment
FAX 612'339'4775 of Ordinances 51 and 52. I have reviewed the meeting
. notes from the City Council meeting where these changes
were authorized. I hope that this document
FRANK J. RA!KOWSKI incorporates the changes as requests. If not, call me
GORDON H, H.4NSAfEIER immediately.
FREDERICK L GRUNKE
THO.\JAS G, JOVANŒ'ICH Paragraphs 1 and 2 change the law by requiring a
JOHN H, SCHERER building permit for the construction or reconstruction
PAUL A, RA!KOWSKI of an accessory building. Paragraph 3 is a general
statement of the zoning ordinance dealing with
KEVIN F. GRAY
accessory buildings. Sections 4 and 5 of the proposed
amendments deal with accessory buildings in R-1 and R-2
WILLIAM J. CASHAfAS areas. Section 6 deals with accessory buildings in a
DAVID T. SHAY mobile home district. I felt it would be appropriate
C.4ROL A. STARK to leave the 8% or 800 square foot limitation in a
RICHARD l-\~ SOB.4H~4RRO mobile home area since we would be dealing with
MICHAEL c. RAfKOIVSKI significantly smaller lots. It was also my
understanding in reviewing the meeting notes that the
A, CHAD McKESNEY , proposes discussed by the Council dealt with R-1 and
MOLLY J. WINGATE R-2 lots.
MICHAEL H. DONOHUE If the Council adopts these amendments in this form,
OF COU:--;SEL please have the amendment sent for publication and
notify me of its passage. If they pass the ordinance
JAMES H, KELU; ;\1,0., F..'1..C.J> with minor changes, please contact me regarding the
:>.tEDICAL CO¡"';Sl;LTA;,\;T changes and I will have the amendment with changes
.". H; H,""'iEIER IS Amll;'ED T,O P.R,KTICE redrafted and sent for signature and publication.
~ :\ORTH DAKOTA AND \\'I5CO:'\SI:-":. If we are still dealing with wholesale changes,
PAUL A. RAJKOWSKI IN WISCO;";S¡;";,
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AND WILUA~f J. CASH:-'fAi': IN SOUTH DAKOTA.
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face to face with the Council. I assume that I will be asked to
attend the next meeting and probably address them at that time.
Very truly yours,
DONOHUE RAJKOWSKI LTD.
JHS/jck
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of the
st. Joseph Code of Ordinances - 1992 Edition
The city council for the city of St. Joseph hereby ORDAINS:
1) That Section 51.1 of the st. Joseph Code of Ordinances -
1992 Edition is hereby rescinded and the following provision
enacted in its place:
section 51.1: PERMITS REOUIRED. No person shall
erect, alter, wreck, or move any building or part
thereof within the city of st. Joseph, without first
securing a building permit and shall be accompanied by
a plan showing the dimensions of the lot to be built
upon, the size and location of the building upon the
lot and any accessory buildings to be erected, the use
to which the intended building is to be put, and the
estimated cost thereof. Each application shall be
accompanied by a certified check or cash to cover the
building permit fees hereinafter provided, as well as
the State surcharge in the amount fixed by law. If the
proposed building complies with the Minnesota State
· Building Code and the regulations adopted by the State
of Minnesota as well as all of the ordinances of the
city of st. Joseph, the City Building Inspector shall
issue a permit therefor conditioned upon the applicants
compliance with all of the State Laws and city
Ordinances. All permits shall be co-signed by the City
Clerk and all additional permits necessary shall be
obtained at this time.
Building permits shall not be reqUired if the work to
be performed is limited to the following: replacement of
windows, repair or replacement of interior or exterior
doors, shingling or reshing1ing of a roof, siding or
residing, interior remodeling not involving the removal or
relocation of an interior wall. A permit shall be obtained
for the construction or reconstruction of an Accessory
Building as defined in Ordinance 52.4 Subd. 1.
2) That Section 52.6 of the st. Joseph Code of Ordinances -
1992 Edition is hereby rescinded and the following provision
enacted in its place:
section 52.6 BUILDING PERMITS REQUIRED. No person
shall erect, construct, enlarge, move, convert, or demolish
any building or structure in the City of st. Joseph, or
cause the same to be done without first obtaining a separate
. Building Permit for each such building or structure issued
by the Building Inspector and signed by the city Clerk.
Fees for all building permits shall be established by the
City council in accordance with the Minnesota State Building
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· Code. Building permits shall not be required if the work to
be performed is limited to the following: replacement of
windows, repair or replacement of interior or exterior
doors, shingling or reshing1ing of a roof, siding or
residing, interior remodeling not involving the removal or
relocation of an interior wall. A permit shall be obtained
for the construction or reconstruction of an Accessory
Building as defined in Ordinance 52.4, Subd. 1.
3) The section 52.13 d) of the st. Joseph Code of Ordinances -
1992 Edition is hereby rescinded and the following provision
enacted in its place:
d) In all residential districts, no accessory building nor
structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the
time of construction of the principal building to which
it is accessory. Accessory bui1ding(s) and/or private
garage(s), either attached or detached, shall be
subject to the following number and size limitations:
i) One or two accessory buildings covering a combined
area not greater than 900 square feet are
permitted.
· ii) One additional accessory building, covering an
area not greater than 120 square feet is permitted
in addition to those allowed in subparagraph i)
above.
iii) The combined area of the lot covered by the
accessory buildings authorized in subparagraphs i)
and ii) above shall not exceed 8 percent of the
total lot size.
iv) Accessory buildings of less than 50 square feet
shall not be considered when computing the
limitations of subparagraphs i), ii) and iii)
above; but the combined area of accessory building
of less than 50 square feet shall not exceed a
total of 120 square feet;
v) Accessory buildings not specifically permitted by
this paragraph shall be prohibited unless
authorized by a variance granted pursuant to
Ordinance 52.7.
4) That section 52.16 Subd 4 e) of the st. Joseph Code of
Ordinances - 1992 Edition is hereby rescinded and the following
provision enacted in its place:
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attached or detached, shall be sUbject to the following
number and size limitations:
i) One or two accessory buildings covering a combined
area not greater than 900 square feet are
permitted.
ii) One additional accessory building, covering an
area not greater than 120 square feet is permitted
in addition to those allowed in subparagraph i)
above.
iii) The combined area of the lot covered by the
accessory buildings authorized in subparagraphs i}
and ii} above shall not exceed 8 percent of the
total lot size.
iv} Accessory buildings of less than 50 square feet
shall not be considered when computing the
limitations of subparagraphs i}, ii} and iii}
above; but the combined area of accessory building
of less than 50 square feet shall not exceed a
total of 120 square feet;
· v} Accessory buildings not specifically permitted by
this paragraph shall be prohibited unless
authorized by a variance granted pursuant to
Ordinance 52.7.
5) That Section 52.17 Subd. 4 f} of the st. Joseph Code of
Ordinances - 1992 Edition is hereby rescinded and the following
provision enacted in its place:
f} Accessory bui1ding(s} and/or private garage(s}, either
attached or detached, shall be subject to the following
number and size limitations:
i) One or two accessory buildings covering a combined
area not greater than 900 square feet are
permitted.
ii} One additional accessory building, covering an
area not greater than 120 square feet is permitted
in addition to those allowed in subparagraph i}
above.
iii} The combined area of the lot covered by the
accessory buildings authorized in subparagraphs i}
and ii} above shall not exceed 8 percent of the
. total lot size.
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. iv) Accessory buildings of less than 50 square feet
shall not be considered when computing the
limitations of subparagraphs i), ii) and iii)
above; but the combined area of accessory building
of less than 50 square feet shall not exceed a
total of 120 square feet;
v) Accessory buildings not specifically permitted by
this paragraph shall be prohibited unless
authorized by a variance granted pursuant to
Ordinance 52.7.
6) That Section 52.19 Subd. 3 d) of the st. Joseph Code of
Ordinances - 1992 Edition is hereby rescinded and the following
provision enacted in its place:
d) No accessory building(s) and/or private garage(s),
either attached or detached, shall occupy an area
greater than 8 percent of the total lot size or a total
combined area of 800 square feet, whichever is the
lesser, unless authorized by variance granted pursuant
to Ordinance 52.7.
These ordinance amendments shall become effective upon
publication. These amendments were approved by the st. Joseph
. city Council this ~ day of January, 1993.
Mayor
Clerk/Administrator
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Attorneys at Law Reply to: St. Cloud
March 22, 1993
ST. CLOUD
11 Seventh Avenue North
P,O, Box 1433
St, Cloud. M:-.I56302-1433 Mr. Thomas A. Janson
612-251'1055 Attorney at Law
800'445-9617 P.O. Box 1752
FAX 612'251'5896 St. Cloud, MN 56302
MINNEAPOLIS Re: St. Joseph v. Kacures
Our File No. 14,667
2904 Plaza VII
45 South Seventh Street Dear Tom:
Minneapolis. MN 55402-1620
612' 339 '9206 I have had an opportunity to view the area of Ed
800·445·9617 Kacures' backyard. I would propose the following for
FAX 612'339'4775 the purpose of settling the criminal charges currently
. existing against Mr. Kacures:
FRANK J. RA1KOWSKI 1. That the "diagonal mesh II fence located on the west
GORDON H. HANSMEIER edge of the easement area behind the lot adjacent
FREDERICK L. GRUNKE and to the north of Kacures be removed. In its
THOMAS G. JOVANOVICH place, Mr. Kacures will construct a fence of the
JOHN H. SCHERER same materials and design as that currently
PAUL A, RA1KOWSKI located along the west edge of the easement area
directly behind his house (1 x 6 cedar boards
KEVIN f GRAY alternating straddle of the top and lower frame
runners) .
WILLIAM J. CASHMAN
DAVID T. SHAY 2. That the storage shed currently located within the
CAROL A. STARK area of the easement be removed from the easement
RICHARD W SOBALVARRO area.
MICHAEL c. RA1KOWSKI 3. Remove any posts, poles/ or pipes driven into the
A, CHAD McKENNEY ground or anchored in the ground/ except for those
MOLLY J. WINGATE located within a foot and a half of the east or
west edge of the easement.
MICHAEL H, DONOHUE
OF COUNSEL 4. Remove any fences or barricades located at the
north or south ends of the easement area owned by
JAMES H, KELLY, M.D., fA.C.P. Ed Kacures. A fence may be constructed to replace
MEDICAL CONSULTANT those that are moved/ but it shall be of the same
. H. HAN.MEIER IS ADMrrrED TO PRACTICE material and design as the fence located behind
. NORTH DAKOTA AND WISCONSIN, Kacures/ property, and it shall be hinged as a
Jf..UL A. RAIKOWSKI IN WISCONSIN,
ROt A. STARK IN ILLINOIS AND MiSSOURI gate so that it can be opened to create an opening
AND WILLfAM 1. CASHMAN IN SOUTH DAKOTA.
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at least 12 feet in width. Although the gates may be
latched, they will not be locked.
5. The carpeting located in the easement area which is now
exposed to the weather or has been exposed to the weather
shall be removed.
6. The matters outlined in 1 through 5 shall be permanent in
nature. The City and Mr. Kacures shall sign an agreement
prohibiting Kacures from returning any of the removed items
or materials to the area of the easement or placing any
other items or materials in the easement which are either
anchored to the ground, cannot be moved out of the easement
area by a single man or would take a single man more than
one hour to remove from the area of the easement.
Tom, if these matters are complied with, I will dismiss the
charges. If Mr. Kacures is unable to comply with all the matters
prior to the date set for trial/ I would agree to continue the
trial until July 1, 1993, with the understanding that the matter
is to be resolved by that time. Once completed, the charges will
be dismissed.
. I would also ask that this understanding be reduced to a court
order so that if Mr. Kacures clearly fails to comply within the
time required, the City may then pursue a contempt of court
citation against Mr. Kacures. It is my concern that Mr. Kacures
may temporarily comply with the requirements until the criminal
charges are dismissed and then move things back into the easement
area in violation of our understanding. If this occurs, I want
some recourse.
Tom, take a look at this proposal and let me know if it is
acceptable. If any item is, not, let me know what the specific
problem is/ and maybe it is something that we can work out so
that the concerns of each side are addressed.
Very truly yours,
JHS/baz
. ~ Rachel Stapleton
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BOX 268, 25 N.W. 1ST A VENUE
ST. JOSEPH, MINNESOTA 56374
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AS YOU ARE AWARE, J ~.Jnf3 L-,IU¡:;:I< I ¡·,If·.i L~'lbT H 1. CHT UP TU THE
'¡ I i'i L THE CO U 1,,1 C I L pi U~~ T :U· Co [: 'f {Cj F: T E Ü " I WAS FINISHING ARREST
REPORTS AND COHSULTIHG WITH FAMILY MEMBERS RELATIVE TU AN
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ADVISE THAr HER FATHER HAD JUST PASSED AWAY AND ï \..J ¡:.¡ S l:) 0 I~: ì< J i'l c:¡
OUT SCHEDULING PROBLEMS AS SHE WAS SCHEDULED TO WORi{ THIS
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TOT H I~, I T E 1'1 , THAT WAS ADDRESSED AND PASSED AFTER I L.EFT
THE CUUNCIL MEETING, .i. WOULD LIKE TO ADDRESS IN THIS LETTER.
.L WILL BE AT THE MN CHIEF"S OF POLICE CONFERENCE NEXT WEEI<,
(,¡'"I:O HA'v'E ~3CHE:OULE;:)) THE ¡::OLLUI') I ¡,íG FF: I :ony OFF TO PF_ l..,i I TH ::::;Ui'IE
OLD FRIENDS IN MONTGO~ERY. ¡:"IFTEF~ TODAY' 'J I ~,iILL. NUT BE BnCt~,
IN THE OFFICE UNTIL MARCH 30, ¡::¡¡',¡Ü UH TH I S liATE .L H(,¡)i:~ ¡: C:OUF:T
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CONTACT WITH THE MAYOR AND CITY ATTORNEY ON THIS POINT. ¡::I~¡
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Commission victim(s) to victim(s) Police,
after calling Mayor,
Council
Contact local groups:
Send news clippings, reports to Chamber of Commerce
League of Minnesota Human Rights Clubs & Organizations
Commissions Educational institutions
Religious institutions
Social action groups
Educational Minnesota Human services groups
materials Department of
Human Rights
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tliere 6e CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Dear Friends,
justice in It has come to the attention of this Commission that you and your family have
.9lmerica? suffered harassment in your home and that damage has been done to your
property. We understand from authorities and news reports that the
Wlien one motivation for these acts is racial bias and prejudice. The Commissioners
express regret that this has happened. It saddens us to know that someone in
wfw is not our community is going through such an ordeal.
injureá is Weare alerting our bias Response Network to this outrage and someone will
as incenseá be calling you soon to arrange for an appointment to discuss how we can be of
continuing support to make certain that such an ugly act does not recur. If you
6y injustice prefer, we can discuss this by phone ( ).
as tfwse Enclosed is a brochure outlining what your rights are in this case and what
wfw are organizations you may contact for help and support.
injurecC. We see once again that much work needs to be done to stop hate crimes in our
communities. This quotation from Charles Kuralt captures our thinking on
this: "When will there be justice in America? When one who is not injured is
Charles Kuralt as incensed by injustice as those who are injured." We are incensed by this
incident and are motivated to increase our efforts in the Human Rights arena
. so that this type of incident will not happen here again.
Sincerely,
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Meeting was called to order by John Anderson, Chairperson at 6: 35 pm.
Members present: John Anderson, Joe Braun, Fey Gretsch, Marge Lesnick,
Claudette Klein and Liaison Bob Loso.
Members absent: Rich Schultz and Darwin Erickson
Park Liaison report: Bob reported that a request was made to have a sand
box (24x24) in Millstream Park. Bob talked with Dick Taufen from Maintenance
Department and he said they will put in the sand boxes.
There is a new ADA compliance that will have to be met in Centennial Park in
the bathrooms, but ITOney will come out of Maintenance fund - unisex bathrooms.
Irma Lanier came to the Park Board meeting and is interested in being on the
Park Board. Bob Loso will submit her name to the City Counsel.
Summer Recreation Program: Mr. Sakry along with Boys and Girls Club met with
Bob Loso regarding summer recreation. The outlay amount is $5000 and the
city will contribute $4400 with $1375 to be solicited money for t-shirts.
They are planning to incorporate open swim, bowling / volleyball, baseball as
some of the programs.
. Spring Clean-Up Day: April 24 will be clean-up day. Bob will meet with BFI
regarding dumpsters. We suggested to have curbside pick up instead of one
large dumpster where everything is thrown in such as paint, carpets, etc.
Park Survey: John has put it on hold.
Skating Lessons: Joe reported that everybody seemed satisfied with the
program and the response was very good.
Review of By-laws: meeting was going rather late so this was tabled. Each
Park Board member should look over the by-laws and make changes, etc. if needed.
Park Clean Up Day: Joe Braun will check on this after Easter.
Spring toys: The two spring toys in Joe Braun's garage will be put in Centennial
Park.
A recommendation was made by John Anderson to order to "back-hoe" spring toys
this spring.
If we need any items done for next year we should put a recommendation in to
City Council because Capital OUtlay budget is due in June sometime.
A recommendation was made by John Anderson to accept Irma Lanier to the Park
Board.
.' Dennis Stueve from Chamber of Commerce came to explain the beautification of the
south side of Main Street. He was interested in knowing if the Park Board had
any money to donate to that fund. Park commission was very interested and will
check to see if any monies could be recommended to that project.
Meeting adjourned at 7:53 pm.
Submi tted by:
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STEARNS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
March 25, 1993
Rachel Stapleton
City Clerk/Administrator
City of St. Joseph
PO Box 668
St. Joseph, MN 56374-
RE: St. Joseph History Fund
Dear Ms. Stapleton:
. Attached is the Activity Statement for the St. Joseph History Fund
for the year ending December 31 , 1992. The Historical Society
maintains this fund as a restricted fund for use by the St. Joseph
community relating to their local heritage.
I have enclosed a copy of the fund policy. I f you have any
questions concerning the fund statement or need further
information, please contact me.
Sincerely,
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Executive Directot
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Enclosure
cc: St. Joseph Township Clerk
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MAILING ADDRESS: I FAX: 612 2532172 I MUSEUM LOCATION: aæ-~h
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ST. JOSEPH Fmß) ACTIVITY STATE1Œ1IT
December 31, 1992
TRANSACTIONS
Date Amount
Jannary 1, 1990 $ 1,976.38
January 9/ 1990 3,343.00
January 12, 1990 (12.50)
May 31, 1990 10.00
December 31/ 1990 319.01
August 3 1 , 1991 235.06
December 31, 1991 (58.71)
March 3 1 , 1992 181.51
October 31, 1992 134.16
November 13, 1992 (447.50)
December 31, 1992 (61.28)
. TOTAL $ 5,619.13
Beginning Fund Balance - January 1, 1992 $ 5,812.24
Interest $ 315.67
Distribution (447.50)
(City of st. Joseph)
Management Fees (61.28)
Net Changes $ (193.11)
TOTAL FUND VALUE - December 31, 1992 $ 5,619.13
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. S1. Joseph Fund
of the
Stearns County Historical Society
Definition: A restricted fund for use by the St. Joseph community to record and preserve the history of the
St. Joseph area as recommended by the city and township governing bodies.
Policy: The Stearns County Historical Society shall maintain a restricted fund, known as the S1. Joseph
Fund, dedicated to the preservation of St. Joseph's history. Request for fund use shall be
presented to the Society board of directors by the governing body of the City of St. Joseph or
St. Joseph Township. No request for funds should be for more than 50% of the existing fund
balance.
Procedures: 1. Irtvestment. The Society will attempt to invest funds in St. Joseph area. Separate and
distinct records will be maintained showing fund activity. Short-term investment media will be
considered (certificates of deposit & money market funds).
2. Fees. Management and accounting fees shall be charged to the account.
" Annual Report. The Society shall issue an annual activity report identifying
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contributions, net gains and losses, interest & dividends, management fees, and
distributions.
The activity report shall be sent to city and township governing bodies.
. 4. Reauest for Funds. Requests for expenditures of funds shall be submitted through
both the City of St. Joseph and/or St. Joseph Township governing bodies to the
Stearns County Historical Society executive director. Final approval of fund use and
distribution is vested in the board of directors of the Society.
Requests shall be in writing providing the minimum of the following information:
a. Needs assessment (reason for request)
b. Project objectives (measurable outcomes)
c. Methods (describes steps to achieve desired results)
d. Budget (estimate of total project costs)
e. Project summary
In the case of one governing body requesting funds the other shall be afforded the
opportunity to comment on the request to the Society.
5. Distribution of funds. Following board of director resolution authorizing
distribution of funds the Society will issue a check to the governing body who made the
request. Since funds may be invested in term deposits with penalty for early
withdrawal, there may be a delay in transfering funds.
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBUC SAFffi FORECAST OFFICE
DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
. March 29, 1993
Counc i 1 Members
RE: Purchase of truck
Council Members:
At the last meeting the Council discussed purchasing a
different plow truck. I was asked to prepare a needs
assessment and present it to the Council for consideration.
The truck the City currently uses is a 1967, 25 years old,
with the City owning the truck for 13 of those years. The
front of the truck and the box are very rusty. Additionally
the motor is getting weak, it is fueled with regular gas/ and
parts are getting hard to find.
The truck has served the City well in the past, with the only
major repair the replacement of two clutches. I feel it is
time to move out the truck before it gets, or costs the City
alot of money. Major repairs can be very costly.
If the City were to sell the truck, we should receive approx.
. $800 to $1,000. When we purchased the truck, 13 years ago,
we paid $4,000.
If the City were to purchase a used truck from either
Lakeland Ford or Boyer Ford, their would be no warranty on
the truck. The truck that I had spoke to the Mayor about, a
1985 would not have a warranty on it. The cost of these
vehicles range from $17,500 to $29,500.
I would recommend that the Council act on this matter
quickly, as the trucks are sold on a first come, first serve
basis. Boyer Ford does offer a financing program or lease
option with these vehicles. I am in the process of
contacting Lakeland Ford to see if they offer the same
program.
What is the Council's opinion on this matter, or how would
you like me to proceed on this matter.
Thank you for your consideration.
. Director
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March 26, 1993
City Council
RE: street lighting in Cloverdale 5th
Council Members:
The City has received numerous request for street lighting ln
Cloverdale 5th, 11th Ave SE and East Dale street. street
lighting has already been insta 11 ed in Cloverdale 3rd and
Cloverdale 4th.
After reviewing the matter, I would recommend the City have
installed two (2) street 1 i ghts . One light should be located
half way dòwn on 11th Ave SE, with the second light on the
corner of 11th Ave SE and East Dale street. For your
convenience, I have attached a map. The black dots indicate
. lights that are existing and the red dots are the lights that
I am recommending.
If you have any questions, or would like to discuss this
matter, please contact me.
Sincerely,
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Dick Taufen
Public Works Director
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Office of the County Auditor
Administration Center Rm 148 · 705 Courthouse Square · St. Cloud, MN 56303
612-656-3900
Hank Kohorst, County Auditor
March 19, 1993
Rachel Stapleton
St. Joseph City Clerk
PO Box 668
St. Joseph, MN 56374
Dear Rachel:
Enclosed find a copy of a letter from Ross Rieke requesting permission
to transplant some trees adjacent to the property line of a tax forfeited
lot in the City of St. Joseph. Before deciding whether or not to grant
. permission to Mr. Rieke to plant trees on said property line, the County
Board is interested in knowing what, if any, objection the City of St.
Joseph would have to this proposal.
Sincerely, /c'
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Hank Kohorst
Stearns County Auditor
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Ross A. Rieke
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41 Fifth Avenue NW
st. Joseph, MN 56374-0700
Phone: 612-363-8545
November 5, 1992
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Re: Request to obtain "Written Consent" to create a "Living Fence" immediately
adjacent to: LOT 11, BLOCK 3, CLINTON VILLAGE ADDITION, ST. JOSEPH, MINNESOTA
Dear Jerry:
I appreciated the time you invested with me Thursday to talk about my request to move
five trees, immediately next to, but not on the lot specified above. Thank you.
As we discussed, I own Lot 14 in Park Terrace and I also own the following piece of the
easement between Park Terrace and Clinton Village Addition, in St. Joseph:
That part of Outlot A, Clinton Village Addition, which lies between the westerly extension of the south
line of Lot 15, Park Terrace, and the westerly extension of the north line of Lot 14, Park Terrace, said
Clinton Village Addition and Park Terrace being duly recorded plats on file in the office of the County
Recorder in and for Stearns County, Minnesota.
4IÞ There are currently 13 trees in the easement area. I would like to move 12 of the 13
trees to the westerly edge of the easement. Based on st. Joseph Ordinance Number 32,
An Ordinance Limiting Activities In Public Easement.s, I have to follow certain
guidelines to gain approval to move the trees. I am working within the ordinance to
gain that approval and I've enclosed a copy of the ordinance. Beyond that, because my
request involves moving the trees within two feet of the adjacent properties, I also
fall under the St. Joseph Fence Ordinance, which is enclosed too. As you review the
ordinance, you'll find the following entry is a portion of lta)II, in Section 56.7:
"Fences and ~alls shall be constructed at least two feet inside the property line, unless the adjacent
property owner consents in writing....."
Jerry, here's where you come in. I have enclosed an overview of the plat, along with
a drawing of my intentions to move the trees on my side of the line, but immediately
next to the line of Lots 11 and 12 of Block 3, in Clinton Village. Because of that, I
need the "written consent" of those two properties. As I mentioned in your office, I
have the approval of Betty Pfannenstein, the owner of Lot 12, because she's interested
in the trees and easy to approach. However, based on what you told me, the State of
Minnesota owns Lot 11 and Stearns County is the Administrator. That makes requesting
your approval a little tougher.
I hope this material assists you in your effort to help me. As I understood, you'll be
having my request reviewed by the Assistant County Attorney, Pat strom. If either you
or Pat have ny questio s or if you need further information, please call me anytime.
Easement Ordinance
Fence Ordinance
Overview of Plat & Drawing
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Pat Strom, Assistant County Attorney
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COUNTY OF STEARNS
Offi-C!.£ of County dltto'tn£y
Administration Center, RM 448 · 705 Courthouse Square · St. Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 656-3880 Fax (612) 656-6695
ASSISTANTS
ROGER S. VAN HEEL Will R. Brost
County Attorney January 27, 1993 Robert J. Calhoun
Richard W. Jackson, Jr.
PATRICK T. STROM Theresa M. Kehe
First Assistant Janelle P. Kendall
Acting Chief-Civil/Human Services Division William S. MacPhail
MARY A. YUNKER Richard J, May
Chief-Griminal Division Dennis A. Plahn
Jacqueline M. Schuh
Mr. Jerry Roering Samuel Wertheimer, "
INVESTIGATORS
Stearns County Auditor's Office William C, Winscher - Chief
Administration 'Center, RM 148 Pamela W. Weber
705 Courthouse Square LAW OFFICE SUPERVISOR
St. Cloud, MN 56303 Gladys E. Breuer
Re: Request for Civil Legal Opinion
. Dear Mr. Roering:
This letter is in response to your request for a legal opinion. I have reviewed the
materials forwarded by Mr. Rieke as well as the materials from your office. There are two
issues of concern.
First, the documents provided by your office appear to be in order and meet the
requirements of Minnesota statutes. The time for the previous landowner to redeem the
parcel has run and absolute title has vested in the State of Minnesota. In addition, the
County Board has properly classified Lot 11, Block 3, of Clinton Village Addition and
approved this lot for sale at the Board's November, 1989, meeting. If your office determines
that it is in County's best interest to support Mr. Rieke's request for the variance, someone
from your office should contact a representative of the appropriate State agency to inform
the State of Mr. Rieke's request. Further, your office should request a written letter or
appropriate documentation with the State's approval of the County's position in supporting
Mr. Rieke's request and determine the appropriate individual to sign any necessary
documents.
The second issue is whether it is in the best interest of Stearns County to support Mr.
Rieke's request for the variance. This is a policy issue and therefore our office cannot give
you a legal answer, however we can provide you with additional information to assist you
in making this decision. Stearns County is responsible for maintenance and resale of this
. tax-forfeited parcel and therefore the County must maintain this parcel so that it is readily
marketable and the value of the parcel does not decrease; Stearns County has the obligation
to sell this parcel at the best possible price.
An Affirmative Action I Equal Opportunity Employer
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As a general rule, any "encumbrance" decreases the value of a parcel of real property.
A '1iving fence" could be considered an "encumbrance" by a future purchaser of the parcel.
In addition, a '1iving fence" may be defined as an encroachment. Trees growing on a
boundary line between adjoining tracts of land, even by agreement between parties, carry
implications of the right to do such things as are reasonably necessary in order to properly
maintain the fence and therefore continue to affect the rights of both land owners.
Finally, when a parcel of real estate is altered in any form, generally the value of the
real estate decreases unless the change is specifically designated as an "improvement". A
"living fence" is not categorized by law as an "improvement," therefore it may well decrease
the value of this parcel.
To summarize, Stearns County may choose to support Mr. Rieke's request for the
variance involving this tax-forfeited parcel, however it would be in the best interest of all
parties for someone from your office to contact the appropriate State agency and be certain
there are no objections from the State. Also, as set forth above, your office should carefully
consider whether county approval of this '1iving fence" is an appropriate decision in light of
. the obligation to sell the property (perhaps to someone who may not wish such a "fence")
and get it back in the tax rolls.
If you have further questions, please feel free to contact my office.
Very truly yours,
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