Sigurd council reviews proposed fuel-storage site, contractor bids and meter upgrade; approves flag-lot ordinance and a temporary RV permit

Sigurd Town Council met April 16 and discussed multiple planning, maintenance and administrative items, including a proposed above‑ground storage site for flammable liquid tanks, contractor bids for a new building, a potential switch to locally supplied master meters, and several ordinance and permit items. The council voted to adopt a revised flag‑lot ordinance with an added street‑sign requirement and approved a six‑month conditional use permit allowing an RV to be occupied temporarily on a private lot; the council also tabled final action on a youth council policy so members could review a revised packet.

Why it matters: Decisions will affect land use and traffic on State Route 259, the town’s capital budget and procurement for a major building project, water‑meter procurement and operations, and short‑term housing permitted within town limits. The council scheduled follow‑up briefings with vendors and anticipated further review of financing options for the building bids.

Fuel‑storage proposal and site alternatives The council heard a presentation from people representing a company proposing above‑ground storage tanks on a 48‑acre commercial parcel near SR‑259 for distribution by truck. The company indicated the installation would include an asphalt approach, a culvert if needed, gravel surfacing, a 6‑foot fence and weed control; the applicant reported it would not seek water hookups and said it has a fire marshal approval letter in hand. Town staff said existing local ordinances do not currently set explicit district limits for outside above‑ground storage of flammable or combustible liquids;…