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HUTCHINSON
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
MCLEOD COUNTY
HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF A SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
4:00 p.m.
Council Chambers — Hutchinson City Center
Notice is hereby given that the Hutchinson City Council has called a special workshop meeting
for Tuesday, May 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Hutchinson City Center, 111
Hassan Street SE, Hutchinson, Minnesota for the following purpose:
• Budget Workshop
Matthew Jau ' ,City Administrator
DATED: May 23, 2024
POSTED: City Center
HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024
CITY CENTER — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
(The City Council is provided background information for agenda items in advance by city staff, committees and boards. Many
decisions regarding agenda items are based upon this information as well as: Citypolicy andpractices, inputfrom constituents,
and other questions or information that has not yet been presented or discussed regarding an agenda item.)
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER — 5:30 P.M.
(a) Approve the Council agenda and any agenda additions and/or corrections
2. INVOCATION — Faith Lutheran Church
(The invocation is a voluntary expression oftheprivate citizen, to andfor the City Council, and is not intended to affiliate the
City Council with, or express the City Council's preference for, any religious/spiritual organization. The views or beliefs
expressed by the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council or staff)
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. RECOGNITION OF GIFTS, DONATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE TO THE CITY
(a) Resolution No. 15736 — Resolution Accepting Artwork Donation from David Ding
PUBLIC COMMENTS
is is an opportunity or members of the public to address the City Council. If the topic you would like to discuss is on the
agenda, please ask the Mayor ifhe will be acceptingpublic comments during the agenda item ifnot apublic hearing. Ifyou have
a question, concern or comment, please ask to be recognized by the mayor — state your name and address for the record. Please
keep comments under 5 minutes. Individuals wishing to speakfor more than five minutes should ask to be included on the agenda
in advance of the meeting. All comments are appreciated, but please refrain from personal or derogatory attacks on individuals)
5. CITIZENS ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(a) Regular Meeting of May 14, 2024
(b) Strategic Planning Session of May 14, 2024
CONSENT AGENDA
e items iste or consi eration will be enacted by one motion unless the Mayor, a member of the City Council or
a city staff member requests an item to be removed. Traditionally items are not discussed)
7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
(a) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15737 — Resolution Authorizing Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency Statewide Organics Management Grant Application
(b) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15738 — Resolution Adopting Findings of Fact
and Reasons for Approval of Conditional Use Permit for a Tattoo Establishment in a C-3 Zoning
District Located at 140 Main Street North with Favorable Planning Commission
Recommendation
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA —May 28, 2024
(c) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15739 — Resolution Adopting Findings of Fact
and Reasons for Approval of a Final Plat for Second Addition to The Meadows with Favorable
Planning Commission Recommendation
(d) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15740 — Resolution Adopting Findings of Fact
and Reasons for Approval of a Final Plat for Bonneville Addition with Favorable Planning
Commission Recommendation
(e) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15741 — Resolution Adopting Findings of Fact
and Reasons for Approval of a Preliminary Plat for Ravenwood South Second Addition with
Favorable Planning Commission Recommendation
(f) Consideration for Approval of Construction Hours Variance for Jefferson Street/Roundabout
Project
(g) Consideration for Approval of Dairy Day Celebration on June 7, 2024, in Library Square
(h) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Temporary Liquor License to High Island Lake
Conservation Club, Inc. at McLeod County Fairgounds on June 14-15, 2024
(i) Consideration for Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Water Meter Replacement Project Phase
1 (Letting No. 2, Project No.24-08)
0) Consideration for Approval of Renewal of Park Elementary Lease Agreement
(k) Claims, Appropriations and Contract Payments
PUBLIC HEARINGS — 6:00 P.M. - NONE
COMMUNICATIONS REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
e purpose o this portion o the agenda is to provi e the ounci with information necessary to craft wise policy.
Includes items like monthly or annual reports and communications from other entities)
8. PRESENTATION OF CITY OF HUTCHINSON 2023 YEAR END REPORT
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
9. APPROVE/DENY STORMWATER, WASTEWATER AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCY
PROJECT FINAL REPORT - NORTH
10. APPROVE/DENY AMENDING CITY POLICY NO. 3.27 SICK/VACATION LEAVE
DONATION
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA —May 28, 2024
11. APPROVE/DENY SETTING COUNCIL WORKSHOP FOR JULY 9, 2024, AT 4:30 P.M. TO
REVIEW 2023 AUDIT REPORT
GOVERNANCE
(The purpose of this portion of the agenda is to deal with organizational development issues, including policies,
performances, and other matters that manage the logistics of the organization. May include monitoring reports,
policy development and governance process items.)
12. MINUTES/REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS
�a) City of Hutchinson Financial Report and Investment Report for April 2024
b) Hutchinson Housing & Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes from April 16, 2024
MISCELLANEOUS
13. STAFF UPDATES
14. COUNCIL/MAYOR UPDATE
ADJOURNMENT
HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHIINSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Resolution accepting artwork donation.
Agenda Item:
Department: Police Services
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Thomas D Gifferson
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Thomas D Gifferson
Reviewed by Staff M
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes): 2
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
Dave Ding, a citizen of Hutchinson, has expressed his desire to donate a piece of his artwork to
the City through the police department. The donated artwork is an American flag constructed
from wood and is carved to give the appearance that it is waving in the breeze.
An image of the piece is attached.
I recommend approval of resolution no. 15736 accepting the donation from Mr. Ding.
Thank you.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Recommend Approval
Fiscal Impact: $ 0.00 Funding Source:
FTE Impact: 0.00 Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
RESOLUTION NO. 15736
Resolution Accepting Donation
WHEREAS, the City of Hutchinson is generally authorized to accept donations of real
and personal property pursuant to Minnesota Statues Section 465.03 for the benefit of its
citizens.
WHERAS, the following person has offered to donate the following item set forth below
to the city by way of its police department.
Name of Donor
Dave Ding
Item donated
Artwork (American Flag)
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is appropriate to accept the donation offered.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA, AS FOLLOWS:
THAT, the donation described above is hereby accepted by the City of Hutchinson
Passed and adopted by the City Council this 281h day of May, 2024.
Gary Forcier - Mayor
Matt Jaunich — City Administrator — City of Hutchinson
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HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024
CITY CENTER — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
decisions regarding agenda items are based upon this information as well as: Cityty policy and practices, input from
and other questions or Information that has not yet been presented or discusses regarding an agenda item.)
CALL MEETING TO ORDER — 5:30 P.M.
Mayor Gary Forcier called the meeting to order. Members present were Tim Burley, Dave Sebesta and
Chad Czmowski. Member absent was Pat May. Also present was Matt Jaunich, City Administrator.
(a) Approve the Council agenda and any agenda additions and/or corrections
Motion by Sebesta, second by Czmowski, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. INVOCATION — A moment of silence was held in lieu of an invocation.
(The invocation is a voluntary expression oftheprivate citizen, to and for the City Council, and is notintended to affiliate the
City Council with, or express the City Council s preference for, any religious/spiritual organization. The views or beliefs
expressed by the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council or staff)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. RECOGNITION OF GIFTS, DONATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE TO THE CITY
(a) Resolution No. 15733 — Resolution Accepting $40.00 Donation from Thomas & Gwen Dahl to
Hutchinson Police Department Towards Law Enforcement Memorial Park Fund in Memory of
Bill Wegener
Motion by Czmowski, second by Burley, to approve Resolution No. 15733. Motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Is Is an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council If the topic you would like to discuss is on the
agenda, please ask the Mayorifhe will be accepting public comments during the agenda Item ifnot a public hearing. Ifyou have
a question, concern or comment, please ask to be recognized by the mayor - state yourname and address for the record. Please
keep comments under 5minutes. Individuals wishing to speak for more than five minutes should ask to be included on the agenda
in advance of the meeting. All comments are appreciated, but please refrain from personal or derogatoryattacks on individuals)
5. CITIZENS ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(a) Regular Meeting of April 23, 2024
(b) Strategic Planning Session of April 23, 2024
Motion by Burley, second by Sebesta, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
e Items listealor consi eration will be enacted by one motion unless the Mayor, a member of the City Council or
a city staff member requests an item to be removed. Traditionally items are not discussed)
7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA I
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - May 14, 2024
(a) Consideration for Approval of Grant Contract Agreement With State of Minnesota for Hotel
Jorgensen Project
(b) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Temporary Liquor License to Hutchinson Jaycee Water
Carnival from June 13-16, 2024, at Masonic West River Park
(c) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Temporary Liquor License to Bobbing Bobber Brewing
Company from June 13-15, 2024, at Masonic West River Park
(d) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Short -Term Gambling License to McLeod County
Pheasants Forever on September 18, 2024, at Bobbing Bobber Brewing Company
(e) Consideration for Approval of RiverSong Music Festival on July 12 & 13, 2024, in Masonic
West River Park
(f) Consideration for Approval of Minnesota Pottery Festival on July 27 & 28, 2024, in Masonic
West River Park
(g) Consideration for Approval of Non -Waiver of Tort Liability Limits for General Liability
(h) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15731 — Resolution Adopting Revised
Assessment Roll (SA 5133)
(i) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15732 — Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding
Contract for Water Meter Replacement Project Phase 1
(j) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15735 - Resolution Approving Disposal of Streets
Department Surplus Property
(k) Consideration for Approval of Crack Sealing
(1) Consideration for Approval to Purchase S66T4 Bobcat Skidster Loader with Gold Package for
PRCE Department
(m) Consideration for Approval of Stormwater, Wastewater, and Community Resilience Grant
Agreement
(n) Consideration for Approval of SEH Supplemental Agreement for Stormwater Resiliency Plan —
South
(o) Consideration for Approval of Out of State Travel for Creekside Employees to Attend Site Visits
in Northern Illinois May 21-22, 2024
(p) Claims, Appropriations and Contract Payments — Register A
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - May 14, 2024
Motion by Czmowski, second by Sebesta, to approve Consent Agenda I. Motion carried
unanimously.
8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA II
(a) Claims, Appropriations and Contract Payments - Register B
Motion by Czmowski, second by Burley, with Forcier abstaining, to approve Consent Agenda II.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6:00 P.M. - NONE
COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
e purpose ot 757sportion at t e agen a Is toprovide the GounciTwth information necessary to craft wise policy.
Includes Items like monthly or annual reports and communications from other entities.)
9. REQUEST FROM GOPHER CAMPFIRE WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Leon Goldschmidt, Craig Schmeling and Jake Powell of Gopher Campfire Wildlife Sanctuary
presented before the Council. The group explained that pursuant to MN DNR rules, the sanctuary is
required to put a fence around the sanctuary in accordance to certain standards. The requirement is
to prevent chronic waste disease from sanctuary wildlife to other wildlife. The new fence will
surround the current fence per requirements. The estimate for construction of the fence is $102,000.
The Wildlife Sanctuary, has raised/pledged approximately $35,000. Local businesses will be
contacted to see if they will donate funds to the project. -Lynn Neumann, PRCE Director, noted that
many campers really enjoy the sanctuary and she suggested providing the sanctuary's fundraising
efforts out to the campers to perhaps seek more donations. Council Member Burley suggested
asking the DNR for an exemption due to the sanctuary being a deer farm, an educationa facility.
The group stated that they have verbally argued the requirement but have not been provided any
leniency. Council Member Burley encouraged them to put a written request in to the DNR. Council
Members suggested that the City's local legislators support the exemption request and ask that they
put their signature on such a request in partnership with the Wildlife Sanctuary. Matt Jaunich noted
that the City will put together aResolution of Support and can work with staff on perhaps gaining
local legislative support.
10. HUTCHINSON HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY YEAR END REPORT
Judy Flemming, HRA Executive Director, presented before the Council. Ms. Flemming provided
annual report on the Hutchinson Housing & Redevelopment Authority's activities for 2-023.
Information presented was on rental vacancy rates, home resales, foreclosures, Park Towers
management, and City Center operations (home improvement program grants, rehab loan program
house moved to Island View Heights lot). Ms. Flemming also reviewed priorities for this year
which include various items at Park Towers along with owner -occupied rehabilitation proggrams,
rental rehabilitation programs and housing development. Ms. Flemming clarified that building
homes is not a main function of the HRA ut rather can act as a resource to developers and others
potential funding sources. Ms. Flemming also spoke about the new staff she has on board both at
Park Towers and at the City Center.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - May 14, 2024
11. APPROVE/DENY RESOLUTION NO. 15730 — RESOLUTION DECLARING THE OFFICIAL
INTENT OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON TO REIMBURSE CERTAIN EXPENDITURES
FROM THE PROCEEDS OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY
Matt Jaunich, City Administrator, presented before the Council. Mr. Jaunich explained that the
City's current business practice is to issue bonds in the Fall after street and capital improvement
projects have been bid, awarded to contractors and the contract costs are determined. As part of this
process, the City must cash flow the project costs during the Summer and reimburse itself when the
bond proceeds are received. IRS regulations require the City Council to approve a resolution
declaring its intent to reimburse itself with the bond proceeds. Resolution 15730 itemizes the
various projects expected to be financed by bonds this year and sets the maximum cost
reimbursement at $2,250,000.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Burley, to approve Resolution No. 15730. Motion carried
unanimously.
12. APROVE/DENY RESOLUTION NO. 15734 — RESOLUTION FOR AUTHORIZATION TO
PARTICIPATE IN MN-LESO PROGRAM (MINNESOTA LAW ENFROCEMENT SUPPORT
OFFICER)
Tom Gifferson, Police Chief, presented before the Council. Chief Gifferson explained that the HPD
is asking for authorization to participate in the MN Law Enforcement Support Officer program.
This program provides surplus property to law enforcement agencies to support their public safety
missions. The HPD has been participating in this program for over 20 years, however program
requirements have changed and departments must have Council authorization to be part of the
program in order to acquire large pieces of equipment. The department is hoping to acquire an
armored rescue vehicle through the program. There would be no cost other than a bit of
repair/rehabilitation on the equipment.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Forcier, to approve Resolution No. 15734. Motion carried
unanimously.
13. APPROVE/DENY SETTING BUDGET WORKSHOP FOR MAY 28, 2024, AT 4:00 P.M.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Burley, to set budget workshop for May 28, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
Motion carried unanimously.
GOVERNANCE
e purpose o lis portion of the agenda is to deal with organizational development issues, including policies,
performances, and other matters that manage the logistics of the organization. May include monitoring reports,
policy development and governance process items.)
14. MINUTES/REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS
a) Sustainability Advisory Board Minutes from March 18, 2024
b) Hutchinson Library Board Minutes from March 25, 2024
c) Hutchinson Utilities Commission Minutes from March 27, 2024
d) Parks, Recreation, Community Education Board Minutes from April 1, 2024
MISCELLANEOUS
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - May 14, 2024
15. STAFF UPDATES
Mike Stifter — Mr. Stifter noted that construction on Oakland Avenue began this past Monday, however
access to Oakland Cemetery will remain open. He encouraged residents to watch the City's Facebook
page and/or call with any questions or to gain information. Construction work also began on Michael
ourt. Other projects will begin when school is out and/or after Water Carnival.
Matt Jaunich — Mr. Jaunich noted that candidate filing opens May 21, 2024, and the seats open are
Mayor, Council Seat 3 and Council Seat 4. City offices will be closed on Monday May 27, 2024, for
Memorial Day.
16. COUNCIL/MAYOR UPDATE
Tim Burley Council Member Burley noted that it is Police Week and he thanked the
city's public safety departments for all they do. He also noted that the annual Memorial Day Program
will be held in Veterans' Memorial Park on May 27, 2024.
Chad Czmowski — Council Member Czmowski noted that all the city parks are open and the parks
department is very busy.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Czmowski, second by Burley, to adjourn at 6:25 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION — ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
MAY 14, 2024 - 3:45 P.M.
MINUTES
Members present: Mayor Gary Forcier called the session to order. Members
present were Tim Burley, Dave Sebesta and Chad Czmowski. Member absent was
Pat May. Others present were Matt Jaunich, City Administrator and other city
directors and staff.
1) Introduction to the Topic
Matt Jaunich, City Administrator, presented before the group. The items of discussion
today are related to the City's Core Value Focus #4 (Economic Development). This core
value is defined as: "A diverse local economy provides economic stability, expanding job
growth and employment opportunities, an average household income meeting or
exceeding the state average, and an increasing local tax base." Mr. Jaunich illustrated
the market value growth in Hutchinson since 2014 which has seen a 79% growth. The
median household income has seen a 27% growth since 2017. Feedback from the
community survey indicated that 68% rated the overall economic health of the City as
excellent or good; 75% would recommend Hutchinson as a place to work; 64% would
recommend Hutchinson as a place to visit; 74% rated the overall quality of business and
service establishments as good to excellent; 52% rated the vibrancy of the
downtown/commercial areas as good to excellent; 57% rated the City's employment
opportunities as good to excellent; 47% rated the City's shopping opportunities as good
to excellent; 56% rated the variety of businesses and services establishments as good to
excellent; and 63% rated the City's economic development services as good to
excellent.
Resources used for economic development include the 2013 Downtown Plan, the 2023
Growth Planning Study and the 2023 EDA Annual Report.
Mayor Forcier commented on what other cities residents compare Hutchinson to when
they compare the city's services or products.
Council Member Burley commented that some rural communities are going backwards
yet millions of dollars are put into metro cities from state funds for projects.
Mr. Jaunich commented that Hutchinson's location is advantageous for continuous
economic development.
2) State of Economic Development/Current Economic Development Strategies in
Hutchinson
Miles Seppelt, EDA Director, provided an overview of strategies used for economic
development. He shared the mission of the Hutchinson EDA which is to facilitate
redevelopment, job creation and the success of manufacturing in our community. Mr.
Seppelt noted that Hutchinson is known throughout the state for its downtown,
Hutchinson Enterprise Center, TigerPath and the Farmer's Market. Mr. Seppelt reviewed
the seven current economic development strategies that the EDA uses. These include
business retention & expansion, business incubation, business recruitment, downtown
redevelopment, talent development, childcare business development and workforce
housing development. Mr. Seppelt shared the marketing strategy the EDA uses in
promoting Hutchinson for economic development. He also noted the amount of grant
writing the EDA does which is to pull in financial resources to get projects done. Since
2006 over $6 million has been received in grant funds.
Council Member Czmowski commented that perhaps Hutchinson has reached saturation
in manufacturing businesses and other types of businesses should be pursued — maybe
like high tech/high end. Mr. Jaunich suggested perhaps Hutchinson needs to tell its
story to a broader audience (location, amenities, etc.) for business/job recruitment.
Mayor Forcier suggested perhaps honing in on connections individuals might have to
Hutchinson to get them to move back home or closer to home. Council Member Burley
spoke about a veterans program that is being framed to encourage veterans to relocate
to Hutchinson.
3) Current Challenges/Barriers to Economic Development
Mr. Jaunich spoke about current challenges/barriers to economic development. These
include a shortage of commercial development sites, a shortage of skilled
workforce/general workforce, housing and child care.
Council Member Czmowski noted there are shortages of smaller -size commercial sites as
well. Mr. Seppelt noted that there are downtown spaces that are vacant because the
owners are not willing to budge on asking prices. Mr. Jaunich commented that cost of
construction and infrastructure costs are barriers to development. Mr. Seppelt noted
that there are very few vacant commercial/industrial lots available for development.
4) Future Growth Areas in Hutchinson
Future growth areas have been identified as: Hwy 7 East/Hwy 22; Hwy 15 South (south
of Target); Hwy 7/Hwy 15 corridor. Infrastructure availability/cost is the biggest
challenge for the City for the undeveloped areas.
Mayor Forcier commented that he feels if the City invests in infrastructure he feels it
needs to be on the south end of the city because that is where most commercial
developers desire to be as compared to Hwy 7 East.
5) Vision for Economic Development in the Years to Come
Mr. Jaunich noted that key opportunities include extending infrastructure to Hwy 7/22
intersection and Hwy 15 South.
Council Member Czmowski expressed that he feels the priority investment should be
made on Hwy 15 South and the City should consider extending on Hwy 7/Hwy 22 area
only if the City is approached by a developer.
Mr. Jaunich spoke about strategic/creative ways to fund infrastructure projects. Dan
Jochum, Planning/Zoning Director, spoke about spurring infrastructure for housing which
may then take off commercial development. Mr. Jochum also spoke about Hutchinson
connecting to Hwy 212 which is expanding to a four-way highway along the entire
corridor.
6) Questions/Conversations/Developing Ideas and/or Directions
Mayor Forcier commended the EDA Board and the good structural make-up it has.
Discussion was had on marketing the community and having a strategy to do so —
highlighting amenities, employment opportunities, etc. It was expressed that housing is
needed in order for businesses to come.
7) Next Steps/Action Items/Developing a Plan
Workforce is number one issue for business developers, however housing is needed for
workforce to live in. Child care shortage is a huge issue for the workforce, and perhaps
legislators need to be lobbied to alleviate regulations pertaining to new child care laws.
Motion by Burley, second by Czmowski, to adjourn at 5:15 p.m. Motion carried
unanimously.
HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
Request for Board Action
Consideration of Authorizing the City Application for the MPCA Statewide Organics
Agenda Item: Management Grant; and approval of Resolution 15737
Department: Creekside
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Andy Kosek
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff ❑�
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OF AGENDA ITEM:
Creekside staff has identified a grant funding opportunity through the MPCA's Statewide Organics Management grant
funding program. The MPCA has $4.5 million available for this round of funding in 2024 for projects focused on
minimizing organics from entering landfills.
The grant, if awarded, will be used to purchase equipment that separates contaminants from the overs, or rejects, of
compost that have been screened. A large amount of overs materials that are routinely landfilled have a high amount
of organic material still embedded in them, mostly wood materials. Due to the high film plastic content in the overs, the
overs materials are not re -introduced back into the composting process and are landfilled. This is to minimize future
contamination issues in finished compost. The equipment that would be purchased uses air, both blowing and
vacuuming, to remove film plastics, and other light density contaminants, from materials. Once the overs are cleaned
of the film plastics, they would then be reused in the process, or could be land applied. Another part of the grant would
be to track and report savings of freight costs to landfill and tip fee expenses as well as greenhouse gas (GHG)
emission reductions from avoided landfill bound trucks.
The grant has a 20% match requirement. In the Refuse Fund's 2024 CIP, $60,000 is budgeted for an air separator.
The equipment staff is looking to acquire through the grant has not been determined as of the time of preparing this
board action form. However, it will be between a Komptech Hurrikan S at a total cost of $352,075, or a Vector VacMax
at a total cost of approx. $230,000. Regardless of the equipment chosen, the City's cash match will not exceed
$52,075.00, and in -kind match of labor to track cost savings and GHG reductions will be an estimated $15,500.00, for
a total Match of $67,575.00. For visual purposes, the Komptech unit cost has been plugged into the application and
budget.
The grant application has a due date of June 10th, 2024. The application, along with a resolution, is attached for
reference and approval.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval to submit grant application and approval of Resolution 15737
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
RESOLUTION NO. 15737
MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
STATEWIDE ORGANICS MANAGEMENT GRANT AUTHORIZATION
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the City of Hutchinson has applied for a grant from the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency (MPCA), under its Statewide Organics Management grant funding program; and
WHEREAS, if the MPCA funding is received, the City of Hutchinson is committed to
implementing the proposed project as described in the grant application; and
WHEREAS, MPCA requires that the City of Hutchinson enter into a grant agreement with the
MPCA that identifies the terms and conditions of the funding award;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the City Council of the City of
Hutchinson, Minnesota hereby agrees to enter into a grant agreement with the MPCA to carry
out the project specified therein and to comply with all of the terms, conditions, and matching
provisions of the grant agreement and authorizes and directs the City Administrator to sign the
grant agreement on its behalf.
Adopted by the City Council this 28t" day of May, 2024
APPROVED:
Gary Forcier, Mayor
ATTEST:
Matt Jaunich, City Administrator
MINNESOTA POLLUTION Statewide organics management rant
CONTROL AGENCY g g g
520 Lafayette Road North Project application and workplan
5t. Paul, MN 55155-4194 Doc Type: Grant Application
Instructions: Read the complete Request for Proposal (RFP) and other associated documents before submitting this application. If
awarded a grant, this work plan will be incorporated into your grant agreement and the reporting requirements for your project will follow
this same format.
Applications are due no later than 4:00 p.m. Central Time (CT) on Monday, June 10, 2024.
Submittal of application: The MPCA strongly prefers that documents are submitted in Microsoft Word or Excel format. Documents
must be submitted via the SWIFT Supplier Portal and per the instructions listed in Section 8 and 9 of the RFP.
Check the SWIFT Supplier Portal for the most recent updates on questions and answers to this solicitation.
Applicant information
Applicant: City of Hutchinson MN — CreekSide Soils Organics Management Processing Faci
Address: 1500 Adams St. SE
City: Hutchinson
Mailing address (if different):
City:
Project contact: Andy Kosek
Email: akosek@creeksidesoils.com
Phone: 320-234-5680
State: MN
Zip code: 55350
State: Zip code:
Title: Creekside Soils Manager
Organization type: ❑ State government X Political subdivisions of the State
❑ Business ❑ Institutions
❑ Non-profit ❑ Tribal government
Grant requested: $ 300,000.00 + Matching funds/value of in -kind $67,575.00 = Total project cost: $367,575.00
Yes
No
1
Is applicant the sole source of matching funds for this project?
X
❑
If no, is supporting documentation of secured matching funds attached?
❑
❑
2
Is applicant in compliance with Minnesota's tax and environmental regulatory requirements?
X
❑
If no, explain:
Review the Sample Grant Agreement and confirm that your organization understands and agrees with the terms in the agreement?
If you select "yes," that confirms your organization and legal council will not request changes to the base agreement terms at the
time of award. X Yes ❑ No
If no, explain:
Qualification and experience
1. Has your organization received Minnesota Pollution Control Agency grant funding before? X Yes ❑ No
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If yes, what grant program(s) and what year(s): Greater MN Recycling and Composting Grant - FY2022
If yes, provide a brief summary of the funding received, how it was used, and the project outcome(s):
The City of Hutchinson MN has operated a city-wide Source -Separated Organics Materials (SSOM) diversion program
since 2001, making it one of the oldest SSOM diversion programs in Minnesota. It is a standard offering program,
meaning that all 4,000+ Hutchinson households can put their SSOM (both food and yard wastes) into their organics bin
for year around weekly curbside collection. The SSOM is delivered to the City's Organic Materials Processing Facility,
called CreekSide Soils, where the SSOM is currently composted in an enclosed containerized system, soon to be a
Covered Aerated Static Pile (CASP) system. Creekside also composts yard wastes separately, producing a widely popular
bagged compost and soils product line. Unfortunately, both composting feedstocks are contaminated with non-
compostables, like film and hard plastics, metals and glass, making the compost produced from the SSOM unsellable
(CreekSide screens out some of the contaminants and gives the screened SSOM compost to other City agencies). The
yard waste compost has less contaminants which are mostly removed in the final screening step before bagging.
CreekSide has been storing several years' accumulation of oversized particles but is now running out of room.
The Grant was, and still is, being used to fund a public education and outreach campaign in Hutchinson to re -familiarize
residents with the need for proper source separation of organics to reduce contamination. The project is ongoing and is
recognizing some success. Original budget - $86,375.00 in grant funds + $28,792 in matching funds = Total Budget of
$115,167.00. Status as of 4/30/2024 — Grant funds expended - $66,026.18 + matching funds - $57,443.51 for total
budget of $123,469.63. Final grant report is due to MPCA in June 2025.
2. Describe the experience related to organics management, in particular the work being proposed in this project, of both your
organization and the individuals that will be working on the project:
The oversized particles screened out of the SSOM and yard waste composts still contain unacceptable levels of
contamination, illustrating the reality that behavioral change through education and outreach, is a multi -year
endeavor. CreekSide Soils requests grant funding of $XXX,XXX to purchase a [Vector VacMax] [Komptech Hurrikan S]
to treat an estimated 2,000 tons of accumulated "overs" to remove contamination and to treat approximately 225
tons per year of overs from ongoing SSOM composting. This will directly result in avoided landfilling of the full 2,000
tons of overs now and the full 225 tons annually of SSOM overs so they can be reused in the composting process,
saving the City of Hutchinson nearly $150,000 in landfilling costs.
As mentioned above in #1, Creekside Soils has been in operation for 20+ years, composting SSOM and yard waste
materials along with processing wood waste materials. The operation has been very successful with regards to
producing quality finished products that ultimately generate revenue, and profits mainly through bagged product
sales, that are transferred back to City General Fund coffers to help offset property taxes. The project manager, Andy
Kosek, General Manager of Creekside Soils, has over 23 years of experience in composting both SSOM and yard waste
materials and is very knowledgeable in the latest BMPs as well as keeping updated with advances in equipment
available for the composting industry.
3. If applicable, list the organization and points of contact for any partners that will be part of the grant project and their specific role,
including letters of support showing their relevant experience and commitment to this project:
None
Project description and information
As a reminder, projects must focus on organics management, and cannot include projects focusing on waste reduction, reuse,
food rescue for human consumption, upcycling food scraps for human consumption, anaerobic digestion without beneficial use of
digestate and biogas, waste -to -energy, incineration, landfilling, organic materials that have not been source separated, or projects that
consist solely of a marketing plan.
4. Project title: Contamination removal through vacuum extraction
5. Summary of your project:
a. What part of the organics management system will this project primarily focus on? Please select up to three:
❑Organics collection
❑Organics hauling
❑Food to livestock
NComposting
❑Anaerobic digestion
❑Education or research
❑Other, please describe
below
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b. Please describe your project, including the specific type of organic material(s) you intend to work with. What are you
proposing to do?
The oversized particles screened out of the SSOM compost still contain unacceptable levels of contamination,
illustrating the reality that behavioral change through education and outreach, is a multi -year endeavor.
CreekSide Soils requests grant funding of $XXX,XXX to purchase a [Vector VacMax] [Komptech Hurrikan S] to
treat the "overs" to remove contamination. It is anticipated that this will directly result in avoided landfilling
of more than 170 tons of SSOM overs annually so they can be reused in the composting process, saving the
City of Hutchinson nearly $15,000 per year in landfilling costs. Based on a physical composition audit
conducted on the SSOM materials in 2022, it was found that approximately 23%, by weight, of the total SSOM
overs materials generated is non -organic material, meaning 77% is organic consisting of mainly woody
materials, larger cardboard materials that weren't fully composted or simply uncaptured compost. The
majority of the 23% non -organic material in the SSOM overs is film plastic. Due to this high rate, it is not
feasible to re -introduce the overs as is back into the process due to the potential of further contaminating the
finished compost that is being generated. In addition, the grant will help the City remove contamination from
over 2,000 tons of yard waste overs that have accumulated over recent years, which will divert over 1,500
tons of yard waste overs from landfilling.
c. What purpose or need does this project serve? (e.g., filling a gap in access to collection or processing infrastructure)
Remove contamination from recycled SSOM, remove organics from landfilling
d. What are the expected outcomes of your project? (e.g., amount of organic material diverted from landfills, number of
households that gained access to collection, etc.)
The expected outcome of the project is to reduce the amount of overs materials that contain organic material
from being landfilled. Of the 225 tons of SSOM overs being currently being generated and landfilled annually,
it is expected that this tonnage may decrease to less than 60 tons per year, a 77% reduction. Of the estimated
2,000 ton of yard waste overs currently accumulated on site, it is expected that that this tonnage will decrease
to less than 300 tons requiring landfilling, an 85% reduction. Combined, a total of 1,865 tons would be
diverted from landfilling to being reused in the first year. Moving forward and once the backlogged yard waste
overs are processed, annual yard waste overs generated is approximately 350 tons per year. Utilizing the 85%
reduction factor, this tonnage would decrease to approximately 52.5 tons requiring landfilling annually,
combine this with the treated SSOM overs of 60 tons, a total of 112.5 tons would be landfilled annually,
significantly less than 575 tons annually if the overs materials remain untreated.
e. What is the scale of your project? (e.g., statewide, specific region, specific city, specific neighborhood, specific
organization, etc.):
Operations at Creekside Soils which serves as the composting facility for the City of Hutchinson's curbside
collected SSOM as well as its yard and wood waste materials. Creekside Soils also serves as the yard and wood
waste processing facility for all McLeod County residents, all McLeod County municipalities and the City of St.
Cloud, MN
6. Does your project address any of the three preferred project types listed in Section 6 of the RFP? If so, please describe:
Yes, the result of this project will be a specific action to decrease contamination in finished compost
7. What assets and resources are available to implement and complete this project by June 30t" 2027?
CreekSide Soils is an existing, operating composting facility. Management and staff are available to procure, install and
operate this equipment and to modify operating procedures to optimize the results.
Environmental justice and community considerations
8. Will your proposed project directly serve or engage with communities in an environmental justice area? Environmental justice
areas are defined as census tracts that are within Tribal boundaries; or at least 40% of the population are people of color; or at
least 35% of households have incomes under 200% of the federal poverty level, or at least 40% of the population over age five
have limited English proficiency.
Please use the following map to determine if your area, or the area you serve, meets these criteria:
http://mpca.maps.arcqis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=f5bf57c8dac24404b7f8efl717f57d00) ❑ Yes X No
Note: The map is subject to change. MPCA will use the most current map when evaluating proposals.
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If yes, please describe the relationship your organization has or plans to develop with the community, how your project will
actively serve these communities including specific tasks, and how this project work is desired by the communities. Letter(s) of
support from these communities is beneficial to confirm the project is desired and in collaboration with the identified population:
9. For all projects, describe how your project will serve historically underserved communities including people of color, low-
income households, people with limited English proficiency, or other underserved populations, if applicable:
While Hutchinson MN is an area where at least 35% of people reported income less than 200% of the federal poverty
level, the equipment purchase will not have any effect on any of the underserved communities in Hutchinson.
10. For all projects, describe how your project will mitigate any negative impacts to the surrounding community or the community
that it serves (e.g., concerns with odor or truck traffic):
Reduction of 80-85 trucks (1,865 tons) diverted from being landfill bound in initial 12 months of the project, and an
anticipated 20 trucks (462.5 tons) each year thereafter.
11. For all projects, describe how your organization will share the results of the project, including details on the intended
audience(s) for this messaging. (Note: It is a requirement that you communicate the results of the project. Examples of project
communications can be through organization newsletters, social media, public presentations, etc.)
CreekSide Soils/City of Hutchinson will communicate how we will use the contamination separator to improve the
quality of our overs and how it will reduce truck traffic to the landfill via City Council presentations and social media.
Workplan (objectives and tasks)
Objective 1 of 3: Implement Contamination Removal
Task 1a: Receive and commission contamination removal equipment
Task 1b: Process/treat accumulated yard waste overs and ongoing SSOM overs for reuse
Objective 1 Timeframe: July 2024 —July 2025
Objective 1 Total: Grant: $300,000.00 Match: $60,635.00 Total: $360,635.00
Objective 2 of 3: Evaluation of contamination removal
Task 2a: Measure contamination levels in future processed overs
Task 2b: Measure reductions in GHG emissions
Objective 2 Timeframe: January 2025 — December 2025
Objective 2 Total: Grant: $ Match: $ ',700.00 Total: $5,700.00
Objective 3 of 3: Reporting
Task 3a: Prepare, review and submit Final Report
Objective 3 Timeframe: January 2026 — March 2026
Objective 3 Total: Grant: $ Match: $ Total: $
Project evaluation and anticipated outcomes
Data and measurement
The MPCA requires that the applicant report at least two of the following outcomes as a part of evaluating the project, with a
preference for additional measurement if possible.
Required environmental outcome measurement (must select at least two of these to report):
X Weight of organic material diverted away from landfills as a result of the project
Number of households or individuals engaged through the project (required for education -focused projects. MPCA will
use these numbers to estimate the weight of organic material potentially impacted by the project.)
X Greenhouse gas emissions avoided from diverting organic material away from landfills
❑ Other environmental indicator such as air emissions avoided, energy saved, water conserved, etc. - please list below:
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Describe the approach for measuring and/or calculating the outcome(s):
CreekSide Soils audits its overs for contamination by weighing two (2) skid -steer buckets of overs and manually
sorting them to remove the contamination. The contaminants are weighed and the contamination percentage is
calculated.
CreekSide Soils will measure potential greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions from contamination removal by
calculating avoided GHG emissions from avoided landfill -bound trucks and from avoided GHG emissions from
landfilled overs.
Additional measurement (optional, but beneficial reporting):
❑ Jobs created
❑ Revenue generated
X Cost savings
X Other— please list: Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
Describe the approach for measuring and/or calculating the outcome(s):
Creekside Soils/City of Hutchinson will monitor cost savings and emission reductions from reduced transportation and
landfilling of overs.
Anticipated outcomes (create a table for each piece of data that you will measure over the course of the project):
Table 1. Contamination Removal Results
Description
Total Weight of
Audited Overs
Weight of Organics
Audited
Weight of
Contamination
Contamination
Percentage
Overs — June 2022
600.01bs.
461.4lbs.
138.6 lbs.
23.1%
Overs - May 2024
520.0 lbs.
392.9 lbs.
127.1 lbs.
24.4%
Overs - May 2025
XXX lbs.
XXX lbs.
XX%
Overs - Dec 2025
XXX lbs.
XXX lbs.
XX%
Table 2. Measuring GHG Emissions Reductions
Description
Quantities (tons)
Transportation Impacts
Landfill Impacts
Accumulated Overs
2,000
No. of truck trips x mileage
Tons of overs landfilled x
to landfill x truck fuel
0.20 tons of CO2
efficiency (mpg) x 22.45 lbs.
emitted/ton landfilled
CO2 emitted/gallon
(Source: EPA WARM)
consumed
Monthly Overs Created
20
No. of truck trips x mileage
Tons of overs landfilled x
to landfill x truck fuel
0.20 tons of CO2
efficiency (mpg) x 22.45 lbs.
emitted/ton landfilled
CO2 emitted/gallon
(Source: EPA WARM)
consumed
Summarize how you will evaluate the project at the end of the grant period to determine whether it has been successful:
By measuring contamination percentages, GHG emissions reductions and cost savings to the City.
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Application materials:
X Complete project work plan and anticipated measurable outcomes table(s) included in this application (submit in
Microsoft Word).
X Complete budget (submit in Microsoft Excel).
X Attach supporting documents (can be submitted in any format):
X Letter(s) of support (from listed partners; additional letters can be submitted from non -partners if desired)
X Proof of matching funds
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MINNESOTA POLLUTION
CONTROL AGENCY
520 Lafayette Road North
St. Paul, MN 55155-4194
Statewide Organics Management Grant
Budget
Doc Type: Grant Application
III.
IV.
V.
Cost Category
Cost ($/unit) Not to
Exceed
Quantity (Qty/Unit)
I
Grant Funds
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Match Funds -
I Cash
Match Funds -
In -kind
Total Match (11
+ 111)
Total Budget (I +
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Objective 1 of 3: Implement Contamination Removal
Task la: Receive and commission contamination removal equipment
Creekside Manager
$85.00 hr
8
hr
$680.00
$680.00
$680.00
Equipment
lump sum
1
ea
$52,075.00
$352,075.00
Task 1a - Total
$300,000.00
$52,075.00
$680.00
$52,755.00
$352,755.00
Task 1b: Process/treat accumulated yard waste overs and ongoing SSOM overs for reuse
Creekside Manager
$85.00
hr
8
hr
$680.00
$680.00
$680.00
Creekside Operator
$60.00
hr
120
hr
$7,200.00
$7,200.00
$7,200.00
Task 1b - Total
$0.00
$0.00
$7,880.00
$7,880.00
$7,880.00
Task 1 Grand Total
$300,000.00 $52,075.00 $8,560.00 $60,635.00 $360,635.00
Objective 2 of 3: Evaluation of contamination removal
Task 2a: Measure contamination levels in future processed overs
Creekside Manager
$85.00
hr
20
hr
$1,700.00
$1,700.00
$1,700.00
Creekside Operator
$60.00
hr
40
hr
$2,400.00
$2,400.00
$2,400.00
Creekside Admin Asst
$45.00
hr
20
hr
$900.00
$900.00
$900.00
Task 2a - Total
$0.00
$0.00
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Task 2b: Measure reductions in GHG emissions
Creekside Manager
$85.00
hr
4
hr
$340.00
$340.00
$340.00
Creekside Admin Asst
$45.00
hr
8
hr
$360.00
$360.00
$360.00
Task 2b - Total
$0.00
$0.00
$700.00
$700.00
$700.00
Task 2 Grand Total $0.00 $0.00 $5,700.00 $5,700.00 $5,700.00
Objective 3 of 3: Reporting
Task 3a: Prepare, review and submit Final Report
Creekside Manager
$85.00
hr
4
hr
$340.00
$340.00
$340.00
Creekside Admin Asst
$45.00
hr
20
hr
$900.00
$900.00
$900.00
Task 3a-Total
$0.00
$0.00
$1,240.00
$1,240.00
$1,240.00
Task 3 Grand Total
1 $0.00
1 $0.00
1 $1,240.00
$1,240.00
$1,240.00
Project Total 1$300,000.001 $52,075.00 1 $15,500.00 1 $67,575.00 1 $367,575.00
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s: HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
H UTCH I N SON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo establishment in a C-3
Agenda Item:
zoning district located at 140 Main St N.
Department: Planning
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Dan Jochum
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff a
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
The applicant, Jennifer Christensen of Something to Crow About Health Clinic, is requesting a
conditional use permit to allow a tattoo establishment in the C-3 (Central Commercial) district
located at 140 Main Street North. The applicant states they want to add medical tattoo to their
medical practice.
Nobody from the public spoke regarding this request. The applicant explained to the Planning
Commission what medical tattooing is and explained the service will be offered two days per
month.
The Planning Commission voted to unanimously recommend approval of the request (6-0).
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of Conditional Use Permit
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
MCLEOD COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 15738
RESOLUTION ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT AND REASONS FOR APPROVAL OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A TATTOO ESTABLISHMENT IN A C-3 ZONING DISTRICT,
LOCATED AT 140 MAIN ST N.
FACTS
1. Quade's Investments LLC is the owner of a parcel of land located at 140 Main St N, Hutchinson
Minnesota; and,
2. The subject property is legally described as: S18' of Lot 1 & N33' of Lot 2, Block 42, Townsite of
Hutchinson, North Half.
3. Jennifer Christensen has applied to the City for a conditional use permit for a tattoo establishment in a
C-3 Zoning District, located at 140 Main St N.
4. The Planning Commission met on May 21, 2024, and held a public hearing on the request and
considered the effects of the proposal on the health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the
surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, and the effect on values of properties in
the surrounding area and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, and hereby recommends approval
of the request subject to the following findings and conditions:
a. The proposal would meet the standards for granting a conditional use permit, subject to the
conditions stated.
b. The business must remain in accordance with MN State Statues and meet all health standards
for tattooing, piercing, body art, or similar services per the State of Minnesota and/or City of
Hutchinson regulations.
c. The applicant must apply for City of Hutchinson license to operate a tattoo establishment
within the City.
d. Any signage for the business will require a sign permit.
e. The conditional use permit shall remain in effect as long at the conditions required by the
permit are observed. Any expansion or intensification of a conditional use or change to
another conditional use requires approval of a new conditional use permit.
5. The City Council of the City of Hutchinson reviewed the requested conditional use permit at its
meeting on May 28, 2024, and has considered the recommendation and findings of the Planning
Commission and hereby does recommend approval of the conditional use permit, subject to the
following findings and conditions:
a. The proposal would meet the standards for granting a conditional use permit, subject to the
conditions stated.
b. The business must remain in accordance with MN State Statues and meet all health standards
for tattooing, piercing, body art, or similar services per the State of Minnesota and/or City of
Hutchinson regulations.
c. The applicant must apply for City of Hutchinson license to operate a tattoo establishment
within the City.
d. Any signage for the business will require a sign permit.
Findings of Fact — Resolution # 15738
140 Main St N Conditional Use Permit
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e. The conditional use permit shall remain in effect as long at the conditions required by the
permit are observed. Any expansion or intensification of a conditional use or change to
another conditional use requires approval of a new conditional use permit.
APPLICABLE LAW
6. The conditional use permit request meets the following standards as required in Sections 154.063 of
the City of Hutchinson Municipal Code:
(a) The proposed building or use at the particular location requested is necessary or desirable to
provide a service or a facility which is in the interest of the public convenience and will
contribute to the general welfare of the neighborhood or community;
(b) The proposed building or use will not have a substantial or undue adverse effect upon adjacent
property, the character of the neighborhood, traffic conditions, utility facilities and other matters
affecting the public health, safety and general welfare; and
(c) The proposed building or use will be designed, arranged and operated so as to permit the
development and use of neighboring property in accordance with the applicable district
regulations.
CONCLUSIONS OF THE LAW
7. The requested conditional use permit is consistent with the comprehensive plan.
The proposed use will not have a substantial or undue adverse effect upon adjacent property,
character of the neighborhood, traffic conditions, utility facilities and other matters affecting the
public health, safety and general welfare.
9. The proposed use will be designed, arranged and operated so as to permit the development and use of
neighboring property in accordance with the applicable district regulations
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, that the
application to issue a conditional use permit for a tattoo establishment in a C-3 Zoning District, located at 140
Main St N, Hutchinson MN is approved.
Adopted by the City Council this 28t' day of May, 2024.
ATTEST:
Matthew Jaunich Gary T. Forcier
City Administrator Mayor
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DIRECTORS REPORT - PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To: Hutchinson Planning Commission
From: Dan Jochum, AICP and City of Hutchinson Planning Staff
Date: May 17, 2024 for May 21, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting
Application: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A TATTOO ESTABLISHMENT IN
THE C-3 (CENTRAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT AT 140 MAIN ST NORTH
Applicant: Jennifer Christensen
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT:
The applicant, Jennifer Christensen of Something to Crow About Health Clinic, is requesting a
conditional use permit to allow a tattoo establishment in the C-3 (Central Commercial) district
located at 140 Main Street North. The applicant states they want to add medical tattoo to their
medical practice.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Existing Zoning: C-3(Central Commercial)
Property Location: 140 Main Street North
Existing Land Use: Health Clinic (this use will be within Health Clinic)
Adjacent Land Use
And Zoning: C-3 (Central Commercial) District
Comprehensive
Land Use Plan: Downtown Commercial
Zoning History: The zoning ordinance was amended on July 10, 2012, to allow
tattoo establishments by conditional use permit in the C-3 District.
There have been at least two other CUP's for tattoo business since
2012.
Applicable
Regulations: Section 154.063, Hutchinson City Code
Analysis and
Recommendation:
Staff believes that the proposed application is an appropriate use for this zoning district.
Approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) is required in order to allow a tattoo establishment
in the C-3 (Central Commercial) District. A CUP shall be granted only if evidence is presented to
establish the following:
(a) The proposed building or use at the particular location requested is necessary or
desirable to provide a service or a facility which is in the interest of the public
convenience and will contribute to the general welfare of the neighborhood or
community;
(b) The proposed building or use will not have a substantial or undue adverse effect
upon adjacent property, the character of the neighborhood, traffic conditions, utility
facilities and other matters affecting the public health, safety and general welfare;
and
(c) The proposed building or use will be designed, arranged and operated so as to
permit the development and use of neighboring property in accordance with the
applicable district regulations.
Staff finds that the request would meet the requirements of granting a conditional use permit
(Section 154.063) and recommends approval subject to the findings and conditions listed in the
draft Resolution, including these specific conditions:
1. The proposal would meet the standards for granting a conditional use permit, subject to
the conditions stated.
2. The business must remain in accordance with MN State Statues and meet all health
standards for tattooing, piercing, body art, or similar services per the State of Minnesota
and/or City of Hutchinson regulations.
3. The applicant must apply for City of Hutchinson license to operate a tattoo
establishment within the City.
4. Any signage for the business will require a sign permit.
5. The conditional use permit shall remain in effect as long as the conditions required by
the permit are observed. Any expansion or intensification of a conditional use or change
to another conditional use requires approval of a new conditional use permit.
s: HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHI NSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Consideration of a Final Plat for Second Addition to the Meadows.
Agenda Item:
Department: Planning
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Dan Jochum
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff M
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM.
The applicant is requesting final plat approval for the Second Addition to the Meadows Plat.
Nobody from the public spoke regarding this request. Staff went through the items that need to
be addressed prior to plat recording. A development agreement will need to be completed prior
to mylar plats being recorded.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of this request.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of final plat.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
MCLEOD COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 15739
RESOLUTION ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT AND REASONS FOR APPROVAL OF A FINAL
PLAT FOR SECOND ADDITION TO THE MEADOWS.
FACTS
1. Bonneville Land & Cattle, LLC is the owner of 940 North High Drive NW; and,
2. The subject properties are legally described as: 940 North High Dr NW - Outlot B, The Meadows CIC
912; 900 North High Dr NW — Outlot C, The Meadows CIC 9 12; 1000 North High Dr NW — E'ly
501.47' of Lot 1, Block 2, First Addition to the Meadows.
3. Bonneville Land & Cattle, LLC has applied for a fifteen -lot final plat, located at 940 North High Dr
NW, 900 North High Dr NW and 1000 North High Dr NW, Hutchinson, MN, to be known as Second
Addition to the Meadows.
4. The Planning Commission met on May 21, 2024 and held a public hearing on the request and
considered the effects of the proposal on the health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the
surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, and the effect on values of properties in
the surrounding area and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, and hereby recommends approval
of the request subject to the following findings and conditions:
a. The final plat shall be recorded at the McLeod County Recorder's Office within 270 days of
approval.
b. Developer will loop watermain in Golf Course Rd NW due to the length of the watermain.
c. Utilities will be bored under Meadows driveway within the drainage and utility easement. Pip
grades need to be adjusted for boring and sanitary sewer requires minimum 1.5% grade-
d. Create an outlot for the pond located on Block 1, Lot 1. This outlot will be dedicated to the City.
e. Development agreement between the City and Developer needs to be approved prior to recording
of Plat.
5. The City Council of the City of Hutchinson reviewed the request at its meeting on May 28, 2024 and
has considered the recommendation and findings of the Planning Commission and hereby does
recommend approval of the final plat of Second Addition to the Meadows subject to the following
findings and conditions:
a. The final plat shall be recorded at the McLeod County Recorder's Office within 270 days of
approval.
b. Developer will loop watermain in Golf Course Rd NW due to the length of the watermain.
c. Utilities will be bored under Meadows driveway within the drainage and utility easement. Pip
grades need to be adjusted for boring and sanitary sewer requires minimum 1.5% grade.
d. Create an outlot for the pond located on Block 1, Lot 1. This outlot will be dedicated to the City.
e. Development agreement between the City and Developer needs to be approved prior to recording
of Plat.
APPLICABLE LAW
6. The final plat request meets the following standards as required in Section 153 of the City of
Hutchinson Municipal Code.
Findings of Fact — Resolution # 15739
Final Plat — Second Addition to the Meadows
Page 2
CONCLUSIONS OF THE LAW
7. The requested plat is consistent with the comprehensive plan and applicable ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, that the
final plat for Second Addition to the Meadows is approved.
Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of May, 2024.
ATTEST:
Matthew Jaunich
City Administrator
Gary T. Forcier
Mayor
HUTCHINSON
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
DIRECTORS REPORT - PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To: Hutchinson Planning Commission
From: Dan ]ochum, AICP and City of Hutchinson Planning Staff
Date: May 17, 2024 for May 21, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting
Application: Consideration of a Final Plat for Second Addition to the Meadows
Applicant: Bonneville Land and Cattle, LLC
FINAL PLAT FOR SECOND ADDITION TO THE MEADOWS
The applicant is requesting final plat approval for the Second Addition to the Meadows Plat.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
940 North High Drive
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Residential and Agricultural
R-1 and R-2 Residential
Residential
The property was platted back in the early 2000s.
Section 153.050 of the City Code
City staff has reviewed the final plat and recommends approval with the following requirements
needing to be addressed prior to recording of the plat.
• Developer will loop watermain with watermain in Golf Course Rd NW due to the length
of the watermain.
• Utilities will be bored under Meadows driveway within the drainage and utility easement.
Pipe grades need to be adjusted for boring and sanitary sewer requires minimum 1.5%
grade.
• Create an outlot for the pond located on Block 1 Lot 1. This outlot will be dedicated to
the City.
• Development agreement between the City and Developer needs to be approved prior to
recording of Plat.
Final Plat Review Criteria
After the submittal of the final plat, the Planning Commission shall recommend approval or
disapproval of the plat. Failure of the Planning Commission to act upon the final plat shall be
deemed a recommendation of approval of the plat. If plat disapproval is recommended, the
grounds for disapproval shall be stated in the records of the Planning Commission.
A plat shall not be recommended for approval unless it:
(a) Conforms to the preliminary plat;
(b) Conforms to the design standards set forth in this chapter;
(c) Conforms to the adopted Comprehensive Plan; and
(d) Is in accordance with all requirements and laws of this state.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this request.
If Planning Commission feels this Plat is acceptable the following conditions should be applied to
the final plat approval:
1. The final plat shall be recorded at the McLeod County Recorder's Office within 270
days of approval.
2. Developer will loop watermain with watermain in Golf Course Rd NW due to the
length of the watermain.
3. Utilities will be bored under Meadows driveway within the drainage and utility
easement. Pipe grades need to be adjusted for boring and sanitary sewer requires
minimum 1.5% grade.
4. Create an outlot for the pond located on Block 1 Lot 1. This outlot will be dedicated
to the City.
5. Development agreement between the City and Developer needs to be approved
prior to recording of Plat.
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s: HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHI NSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Consideration of a Final Plat for Bonneville Addition
Agenda Item:
Department: Planning
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Dan Jochum
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff a
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
The applicant is requesting to split the property into two outlots for the purpose of a real estate
transaction. The property was platted as Bridgewater Estates Third Addition in 2005 and the
area that wasn't platted into buildable lots was platted as Outlot A with plans for future
development. Outlots are not buildable. Before any development can take place the Outlots will
need to be re -platted per City requirements.
Several neighbors spoke of drainage concerns in this area and noted that they didn't want their
drainage issues to get worse but rather improve when this area is ultimately developed.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of this request.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of final plat.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
CITY OF NUTCHINSON
MCLEOD COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 15740
RESOLUTION ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT AND REASONS FOR APPROVAL OF A FINAL
PLAT FOR BONNEVILLE ADDITION.
FACTS
1. GPS Dickenson Partners is the owner of 815 Roberts St SW; and,
2. The subject properties are legally described as: Outlot A, Bridewater Estates Third Addition.
3. Bonneville Land & Cattle, LLC has applied for a two -lot final plat, located at 815 Roberts St SW,
Hutchinson, MN, to be known as Bonneville ,Addition.
4. The Planning Commission met on May 21, 2024 and held a public hearing on the request and
considered the effects of the proposal on the health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the
surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, and the effect on values of properties in
the surrounding area and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, and hereby recommends approval
of the request subject to the following findings and conditions:
a. The final plat shall be recorded at the McLeod County Recorder's Office within 270 days of
approval.
b. Outlots are not buildable. Outlot A and B need to be re -platted through preliminary and final plat
process before and development can occur.
5. The City Council of the City of Hutchinson reviewed the request at its meeting on May 28, 2024 and
has considered the recommendation and findings of the Planning Commission and hereby does
recommend approval of the final plat of Bonneville Addition subject to the following findings and
conditions:
a. The final plat shall be recorded at the McLeod County Recorder's Office within 270 days of
approval.
b. Outlots are not buildable. Outlot A and B need to be re -platted through preliminary and final plat
process before and development can occur_
APPLICABLE LAW
6. The final plat request meets the following standards as required in Section 153.050 of the City of
Hutchinson Municipal Code.
CONCLUSIONS OF THE LAW
7. The requested plat is consistent with the comprehensive plan and applicable ordinances.
Findings of Fact — Resolution # 15740
Final Plat — Bonneville Addition
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, that the
final plat for Bonneville Addition is approved.
Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of May, 2024.
ATTEST:
Matthew Jaunich
City Administrator
Gary T. Forcier
Mayor
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DIRECTORS REPORT - PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To: Hutchinson Planning Commission
From: Dan ]ochum, AICP and City of Hutchinson Planning Staff
Date: May 17, 2024 for May 21, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting
Application: Consideration of a Final Plat for Bonneville Addition
Applicant: Bonneville Land and Cattle, LLC
FINAL PLAT FOR BONNEVILLE ADDITION
The applicant is requesting to split the properly into two outlots for the purpose of a real estate
transaction. The property was platted as Bridgewater Estates Third Addition in 2005 and the
area that wasn't platted into buildable lots was platted as Outlot A with plans for future
development. Outlots are not buildable. Before any development can take place the Outlots
will need to be re -platted per City requirements.
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Existing Zoning:
Property Location:
Existing Land Use:
Adjacent Land Use:
Adjacent Zoning:
Comprehensive Plan:
Zoning History:
Applicable Regulations:
Final Plat Analysis:
GENERAL INFORMATION
R-1 Low Density Residential
815 Roberts Street SW
Agricultural Row Crops
Residential and Agricultural
R-1 and R-2 Residential
Residential
The property was platted back in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Section 153.050 of the City Code
As noted above the purpose of this plat is to create a sellable lot for a real estate transaction.
Before any development can take place another plat application with detailed engineered will
have to be submitted for review and will come in front of the Planning Commission for a Public
Hearing. Staff does not have any objections to this request and recommends approval.
Final Plat Review Criteria
After the submittal of the final plat, the Planning Commission shall recommend approval or
disapproval of the plat. Failure of the Planning Commission to act upon the final plat shall be
deemed a recommendation of approval of the plat. If plat disapproval is recommended, the
grounds for disapproval shall be stated in the records of the Planning Commission.
A plat shall not be recommended for approval unless it:
(a) Conforms to the preliminary plat; (no preliminary plat required per 153.100)
(b) Conforms to the design standards set forth in this chapter;
(c) Conforms to the adopted Comprehensive Plan; and
(d) Is in accordance with all requirements and laws of this state.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this request.
If Planning Commission feels this Plat is acceptable the following conditions should be applied to
the final plat approval:
1. The final plat shall be recorded at the McLeod County Recorder's Office within 270
days of approval.
2. Outlots are not buildable. Outlot A and B need to be re -platted through preliminary
and final plat process before any development can occur.
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503 HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHI NSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Consideration of a Preliminary Plat for Ravenwood South.
Agenda Item:
Department: Planning
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Dan Jochum
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff a
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
The applicant has submitted a preliminary plat for Ravenwood South Second Addition_ This area
was graded for development several years ago but work halted with the recession of 2008/2009.
The preliminary plat consists of 35 lots. All homes are planned to be slab on grade homes. The
proposal includes 17 lots for single-family homes and 18 lots for twin homes.
Bruce Nustdahl spoke regarding the history of this area and noted a plat to the west included a
60 foot right-of-way for a possible future street connection. Staff noted there is infrastructure to
the south of Ravenwood and in the long-term (20 plus years) there may be a need for a street in
that area. The Planning Commission noted that including a 60 foot wide right of way along the
proposed outlot may be a good idea. Staff is going to look into it with the City Engineer and
developer come up with a plan that can be shown on final plat.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the preliminary plat.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of preliminary plat as noted in findings of fact.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
MCLEOD COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 15741
RESOLUTION ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT AND REASONS FOR APPROVAL OF A
PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR RAVENWOOD SOUTH SECOND ADDITION.
FACTS
1. Bonneville Land and Cattle LLC is the owner of 1220 Blackhawk Dr SW; and,
2. The subject properties are legally described as: Outlot A, Ravenwood South.
3, Bonneville Land and Cattle LLC has applied for a thirty -five -lot preliminary plat, located at 1220
Blackhawk Dr SW, Hutchinson, MN, to be known as Ravenwood South Second Addition.
4. The Planning Commission met on May 21, 2024 and held a public hearing on the request and
considered the effects of the proposal on the health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the
surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, and the effect on values of properties in
the surrounding area and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, and hereby recommends approval
of the request subject to the following findings and conditions:
a. Sidewalk is required on at least one side of the street.
b. Each lot will require a separate utility service.
c. Watermain pipe is required to be PVC rather than Ductile Iron Pipe.
d. Storm sewer is required to be reinforced concrete pipe within the roadway. Plastic pipe is fine
outside of the roadway.
e. Storm sewer pipe on west side of project needs to be extended to the edge of the stormwater pond.
f. Between lots 20 and 10 there is a drain tile inlet that has no other associated pipe direction. If this
is an existing tile inlet then the developer should be prepared to potentially encounter tile when
building home in the area.
g. No buildings are allowed in Airport Zone A, including roof overhangs and decks/porches.
h. Airport Zone A shall be identified with stakes or lath during home building to ensure homes are
not encroaching Airport Zone A.
i. Street name should be changed to avoid confusion.
j. A subdivision/developer's agreement will need to be developed between the City and the property
owner prior to the City's execution of the Final Plat document. 7% fees will be collected per City
policy and will be outlined in the subdivision/development agreement.
k. The final plat will need to be applied for within 60 days of preliminary plat approval per City code
or extension granted by the City Council.
1. The road easement/ROW from First Addition to Ravenwood West shall be studied and presented
for consideration with the final plat through the south 60' of Outlot A for future road connections.
5. The City Council of the City of Hutchinson reviewed the request at its meeting on May 21, 2024 and
has considered the recommendation and findings of the Planning Commission and hereby does
recommend approval of the preliminary plat of Ravenwood South Second Addition subject to the
following findings and conditions:
a. Sidewalk is required on at least one side of the street.
b. Each lot will require a separate utility service.
c. Watermain pipe is required to be PVC rather than Ductile Iron Pipe.
Findings of Fact — Resolution # 15741
Preliminary Plat — Ravenwood South Second Addition
Page 2
d. Storm sewer is required to be reinforced concrete pipe within the roadway. Plastic pipe is fine
outside of the roadway.
e. Storm sewer pipe on west side of project needs to be extended to the edge of the stormwater pond.
f. Between lots 20 and 10 there is a drain tile inlet that has no other associated pipe direction. If this
is an existing tile inlet then the developer should be prepared to potentially encounter tile when
building home in the area.
g. No buildings are allowed in Airport Zone A, including roof overhangs and decks/porches.
h. Airport Zone A shall be identified with stakes or lath during home building to ensure homes are
not encroaching Airport Zone A.
i. Street name should be changed to avoid confusion.
j. A subdivision/developer's agreement will need to be developed between the City and the property
owner prior to the City's execution of the Final Plat document. 7% fees will be collected per City
policy and will be outlined in the subdivision/development agreement.
k. The final plat will need to be applied for within 60 days of preliminary plat approval per City code
or extension granted by the City Council.
1. The road easement/ROW from First Addition to Ravenwood West shall be studied and presented
for consideration with the final plat through the south 60' of Outlot A for future road connections.
APPLICABLE LAW
6. The preliminary plat request meets the following standards as required in Sections 153.035-153.051
of the City of Hutchinson Municipal Code.
CONCLUSIONS OF THE LAW
7. The requested plat is consistent with the comprehensive plan and applicable ordinances_
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, that the
preliminary plat for Ravenwood South Second Addition is approved.
Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of May, 2024.
ATTEST:
Matthew Jaunich
City Administrator
Gary T. Forcier
Mayor
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DIRECTORS REPORT - PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To:
From:
Date:
Application
Applicant:
Hutchinson Planning Commission
Dan ]ochum, AICP and City of Hutchinson Planning Staff
May 17, 2024 for May 21, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting
Consideration of a Preliminary Plat for Ravenwood South Second
Addition
Bonneville Land and Cattle, LLC
Preliminary Plat for Ravenwood South Second Addition:
The applicant has submitted a preliminary plat for Ravenwood South Second Addition. This
area was graded for development several years ago but work halted with the recession of
2008/2009. The preliminary plat consists of 35 lots. All homes are planned to be slab on grade
homes. The proposal includes 17 lots for single-family homes and 18 lots for twin homes.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Existing Zoning: R-3 Planned Development (Medium -High Density Residential
District)
Property Location: South of Existing Ravenwood Development
Lot Size: Approximately 12 Acres
Existing Land Use: Vacant land
Adjacent Zoning: R-2, R-3, R-3 PD and I/C
Adjacent Land Use: Residential, Fairgrounds and Agricultural
Comprehensive Plan: Medium Density Residential Neighborhood
Zoning History: Originally platted as Ravenwood 11/16/1999 in the R-3 Zoning
District
Applicable Regulations: City Code of Ordinances Sections 153.35—153.51
Transportation: Blackhawk Dr. SW and Blackbird Dr. SW will both be extended to
service this development.
Physical Characteristics: Preliminary site grading work has already been done on this site.
Work stopped during the recession of 2008/2009. The site is
generally flat otherwise.
Preliminary Plat Analysis:
The preliminary plat as presented appears to meet the requirements of the subdivision and
zoning ordinances. All of the lot sizes appear to be appropriate and consistent with the zoning
ordinance and planned development district requirements. As noted, there are 17 single-family
lots and 18 twin -home lots proposed. The single family lots range from 7,920 square feet to
21,163 square feet. The twin home lots range from 5,055 to 8,037 square feet per lot.
Water and Sewer Utilities will be stubbed in from Blackhawk Dr. and Blackbird Dr. and continue
south to service the new development. Storm sewer lines will be constructed and designed to
flow to the existing stormwater pond to the west.
Lastly, it is important to note that the Airport Zoning District goes through a portion of Block 1,
lots 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. There can be no structures built on the portion of the lots within
Airport Zone A. There are no building pads located within Airport Zone A, however it should be
noted that decks on the homes on lots 10 and 11 may not extend into Airport Zone A
Final Plat Review Criteria
After the submittal of the final plat, the Planning Commission shall recommend approval or
disapproval of the plat. Failure of the Planning Commission to act upon the final plat shall be
deemed a recommendation of approval of the plat. If plat disapproval is recommended, the
grounds for disapproval shall be stated in the records of the Planning Commission.
A plat shall not be recommended for approval unless it:
(a) Conforms to the preliminary plat;
(b) Conforms to the design standards set forth in this chapter;
(c) Conforms to the adopted Comprehensive Plan; and
(d) Is in accordance with all requirements and laws of this state.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this request.
If Planning Commission feels this Plat is acceptable the following conditions should be applied to
the final plat approval:
1. Sidewalk is required on at least one side of the street.
2. Each lot will require a separate utility service.
3. Watermain pipe is required to be PVC rather than Ductile Iron Pipe.
4. Storm sewer is required to be reinforced concrete pipe within the roadway. Plastic pipe
is fine outside of the roadway.
5. Storm sewer pipe on west side of project needs to be extended to the edge of the
stormwater pond.
6. The Outlot should be combined with pond parcel 1190 Bluejay Drive SW. This parcel
will be an Outlot dedicated to the City.
7. Between lots 20 and 19 there is a drain tile inlet that has no other associated pipe
direction. If this is an existing tile inlet then the developer should be prepared to
potentially encounter tile when building homes in the area.
8. No buildings are allowed in Airport Zone A, including roof overhangs and decks/porches.
9. Airport Zone A shall be identified with stakes or lath during home building to ensure
homes are not encroaching Airport Zone A.
10. Street name should be changed to avoid confusion. Consider Raven Circle.
11. A subdivision/developer's agreement will need to be developed between the City and the
property owner prior to the City's execution of the Final Plat document. 7% fees will be
collected per City policy and will be outlined in the subdivision/development agreement.
12. The final plat will need to be applied for within 60 days of preliminary plat approval per
City code or an extension granted by the City Council.
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HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTC HINSON Request for Board Action
A UTY DN PLJAPOSE.
Construction hours variance for Jefferson St/RAB
Agenda Item:
Department: P Wx/Eng
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Mike Stifter
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Mike Stifter
Reviewed by Staff ED
Consent Agenda 0
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: No 0
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
Contractors are asking for a variance of construction hours on the Jefferson St/RAB project.
The project is getting started two weeks late with plans to still finish by August 15th in time for
the McLeod County Fair.
Current hours per ordiance are:
7 am-10 pm, M-F
9 am-9 pm, Sat or Holiday
Sundays by special approval
The requested hours are:
As early as 6 am, M-F
As early as 6 am, Saturdays
These hours are anticipated only as weather and other working conditions may not require them.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve construction hour variance for Jefferson St/RAB
Fiscal Impact: $ 0.00 Funding Source:
FTE Impact: 0.00 Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
AN ORDINANCE VARIANCE SUSPENDING ENFORCEMENT OF HUTCHINSON
CITY ORDINANCE 92.018 PERTAINING TO HOURS OF CONSTRUCTION
DURING THE JEFFERSON STREET SOUTHEAST RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT (L4/P23-05)
Findings of the City Council:
That the Jefferson Street Southeast Project (L4/P23-05) is scheduled to be completed on or
before August 15, 2024.
In order to have the project completed in a timely manner and to hopefully eliminate delays
and additional expenses, as well as for the public good, governmental entities and their contractors
and subcontractors may need to work longer hours than permitted in Hutchinson City Code
§92.018(V)(2)(c) which permits construction activities only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and
10:00 p.m. on any weekday or between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on any weekend or
holiday.
Therefore, the Council of the City of Hutchinson does hereby ordain that Hutchinson City
Code §92.018 or any other City ordinance pertaining to noise shall not be enforced on the
Jefferson Street Southeast project (L4/P23 -05) from now through August 15, 2024, and
that specifically construction activities will be allowed between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00
p.m. on Monday thru Saturday until the date noted above.
Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of May 2024.
Attest:
Matthew Jaunich, City Administrator Gary T. Forcicr, Mayor
HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
H UTCH I N SO N Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
2024 Dairy Days
Agenda Item:
Department: Police Services
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Thomas D Gifferson
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Thomas D Gifferson
Reviewed by Staff M
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes): 2
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
The Hutchinson Chamber Ag Business Association is hosting its annual Dairy Days in Library
Square on June 7th, 2024 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A memo outlining this event is attached to
this form.
Event organizers are requesting approval of the following items:
Temporary exemption from Hutchinson City Ordinance 93.41 prohibiting the keeping of farm
animals within city limits.
The closure of First Ave SE from Main St to Hassan St from 8:00am to 4:00 pm on the day of the
event.
Sound amplification will be utilized but is permitted through the park reservation process
This has always been a well organized event. Approval is recommended.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Recommend Approval
Fiscal Impact: $ 0.00 Funding Source:
FTE Impact: 0.00 Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
MEMORANDUM
POLICE / EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
TO: Honorable Mayor Forcier and City Councilors
FROM: Chief Tom Gifferson
DATE: 05-10-24
RE: Dairy Days
This memorandum outlines the Hutchinson Chamber Ag Business Association request to
hold the annual Dairy Days event on June 7th 2024 in Library Square.
Event Name: Dairy Days
Primary Contact: Mary Hodson
320-583-6828
Event Location: Library Square
Event Dates/Times: June 7th 2024 11 am-1 pm Event time / 8 am -4 pm set up and clean
up
Brief Description: Event including music, contests and lunch being served by the
association.
Alcohol -No Alcohol will be provided
Security -No security will be required; however, officers will monitor the park on their
regular patrol
Amplified Sound- Amplified Music in the Bandshell
Tents and Canopies -N/A
Other -N/A
Stages/Platforms-Use of the Bandshell
Trash Collection -Current containers in park, plus extra from the Parks Department
HUTCHINSON
A CITY ❑N PURPOSE.
Restrooms-Current facilities and addition through Mini Biff
Street Closures- 1 st Ave SE. from Main St. to Hassen St.
Livestock -Exemption to the livestock in city limits for a cow milking contest.
City Departments affected
Police -Monitor park, weather and aid with planning and organization Will also close 1st
Ave.
Parks -Park Maintenance, set up and clean up.
Streets- None
HUTCHINSON
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
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HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHINSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE
Agenda Item: Temp. Liquor - High Island Lake Conservation Club, Inc. - National Power Pull
Department: Administration
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete Yes
Contact: Melissa Starke
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff Q
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM.
High Island Lake Conservation Club, Inc. has submitted a temporary liquor license application to dispense liquor at
the National Power Pull event being held June 14 and 15, 2024, at the McLeod County Fairgrounds. High Island Lake
Conservation Club, Inc. is a non-profit organization that has been organized since 1962.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve issuing temporary liquor license to High Island Lake Conservation Club, Inc. for Power Pull Nation event on
June 14 and 15, 2024.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: No
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source:
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source:
Minnesota Department of Public Safety
94, ,�, Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division
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651-20 1-7507 TTY 651-282-6555
Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement APPLICATION AND PERMIT FOR A 1 DAY
TO 4 DAY TEMPORARY ON=SALE LIQUOR LICENSE
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If the applicant will carry liquor liability insurance please provide the carriers name and amount of coverage.
APPROVAL
APPLICATION MUST BE APPROVED BY CrrYOR COUNTY BEFORE SUBMrMNG TO ALCOHOL AND GAMBLING ENFORCEMENT
City or County approving the license
Fee Amount
Event in conjunction with a community festival ❑ Yes ❑ No
Current population of city
Date
Permit Date
City or County E-mail Address
Please Print Name of City Clerk or County Official Signature City Clerk or County Official
CLERKS NOTICE: Submit this form to Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division 30 days prior to event
No Temp Applications faxed or mailed. Only emailed.
ONE SUBMISSION PER EMAIL, APPLICATION ONLY,
PLEASE PROVIDE A VALID E-MAIL ADDRESS FOR THE CITY/COUNTY AS ALL TEMPORARY
PERMIT APPROVALS WILL BE SENT BACK VIA EMAIL. E-MAIL THEAPPLICATION SIGNED BY
CITYICOUNTY TO AGE. TEMPORARYAPPLICATION STATE MN.US
LIQUOR LIABILITY MINNESOTA JOINT UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION
POLICY DECLARATIONS 12400 PORTLAND AVE S, STE 190 Page 1
BURNSVILLE, MN 55337
Location: 1 Building: 1
Policy Number: L240132 Policy Period: FROM 6/14/2024 TO 6/16/2024
INSURED:
HIGH ISLAND LAKE CONSERVATION CLUB
PO BOX 106
NEW AUBURN MN 55366
12:01 AM Standard Time
AGENT: 6885
KARKI GROWTH GROUP INC
ALLOY INSURANCE
325 MAIN AVE, PO BOX 328
GAYLORD MN 55334
PHONE: 507/237-5358
THE M,7UA IS PROHIBITED BY STATUTE FROM PROVIDING PRODUCTS AND COMPLETED OPERATIONS COVERAGE
NEW POLICY
LIQUOR LIABILITY
This is an audited policy and premium adjustments are made at the end of the policy period.
This replaces all previously issued policy Declarations, if any. This policy applies only to accidents, occurrences or losses
which happen during the policy period shown above. This policy applies only to those coverages below for which a limit of
Insurance and/or a limit of liability or premium charge is shown. Our limit for each coverage shall not be more than the amount
stated for such coverage, subject to all the terms of this policy.
The Described Location(s) covered by this policy are as follows:
MCLEOD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, 840 CENTURY AVE SW, HUTCHINSON, MN 55350
Total Policy Premium
COVERAGE
Deductible Amount: NONE
L. Bodily Injury
Property Damage
Loss of Means of Support
Pecuniary Loss
Annual Aggregate
Per Claimant
(Each Person)
(Each Occurrence)
(Each Occurrence)
(Each Person)
(Each Occurrence)
(Each Person)
(Each Occurrence)
A copy of the current policy form is available on request
Subject to the Following Forms and Endorsements (* Mandatory Forms):
LLPOL, TERRORISM 04 21, MJUA ACTIVI8*, MJUA-CD LL 11/2020
Business Description: SPECIAL EVENT - SHORT TERM, LIQUOR
5/14/24
1
Premium
$250
LIMIT PREMIUM
$50,000
$100, 000
$10,000
$50,000
$100, 000
$50,000
$100,000
$310, 000
NONE
$250
COUNTERSIGNATURE DATE
OUR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
6/14/24 6/14/24
CF-DEC (3/93) Continued On Page 2 For Location 1 Buildinq 1
H HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
CH 10J1Sdl1lPA Request for Board Action
Approval of Project Change/Work Orders and Supplemental Agreements
Agenda Item:
Department: PW/Eng
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Contact: Mike Stifter
Application Complete N/A
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Mike Stifter
Reviewed by Staff I '
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes): 0
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
The items specified below have been identified and deemed necessary to satisfactorily complete
the projects per the intent of the original construction contract. The following Change Orders,
Supplemental Agreements and/or Work Orders are proposed as noted:
- Change Order No. 1 — Letting No. 2/Project No. 24-08 — Water Meter Replacement Project
Phase 1. This Change Order addresses the additional inspection of back flow and sump pumps
resulting in a increase to the Contract in the amount of $70,005.00.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of Change Orders
Fiscal Impact: $ 70,005.00 Funding Source: Water Funds
FTE Impact: Budget Change: No
Included in current budget: Yes
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost: $ 599,790.00
Total City Cost: $ 599,790.00 Funding Source: Water Funds
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source:
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CnUMENIS COMMITTI_E
Date of Issuance: 5/22/24
Owner: City of Hutchinson, Minnesota
Contractor: HydroCorp, LLC
Engineer: Apex Engineering Group, Inc.
Project: Water Meter Replacement Phase 1
Change Order No. 1
Effective Date:
5/29/24
Owner's Contract No.:
24-08
Contractor's Project No.:
NA
Engineer's Project No.:
24.595.0072
Contract Name:
General
The Contract is modified as follows upon execution of this Change Order:
Description: Add Cross Connection Inspection services as described in the attached Change Order Proposal.
Attachments: Hutchinson Change Order Proposal 5.21.24
CHANGE IN CONTRACT PRICE
CHANGE IN CONTRACT TIMES
Original Contract Price:
Original Contract Times:
Milestone No. 1 (2024 Meters): March 1, 2025
Milestone No. 2 (2025 Meters): November 1, 2025
Milestone No. 3 (2026 Meters): July 1, 2026
Substantial Completion: July 1, 2026
$ 529,785.00
Ready for Final Payment: September 1, 2026
[Increase] [no cease] from previously approved Change
[Increase] [Decrease] from previously approved Change
Orders No. 0 to No. 1:
Orders No. _ to No.
Substantial Completion: NA
$ NA
Ready for Final Payment: NA
days
Contract Price prior to this Change Order:
Contract Times prior to this Change Order:
Milestones — as described above
Substantial Completion: July 1, 2026
$ 529,785.00
Ready for Final Payment: September 1, 2026
[Increase] [Decrease] of this Change Order:
[Increase] [Decrease] of this Change Order:
Substantial Completion: NA
$ 70,005.00
Ready for Final Payment: NA
Contract Price incorporating this Change Order:
Contract Times with all approved Change Orders:
Substantial Completion: Same as original
$ 599,790.00
Ready for Final Payment: Same as original
RECOMMENDED: ACCEPTED: ACCEPTED:
L(DLBy: By: By:
Engineer Owner (Authorized Signature) orized Signature)
Title: Environmental Engineer Title Title chief Financial officer
Date: May 21, 2024 Date Date 5/21/2024
EJCDC® C-941, Change Order.
Prepared and published 2013 by the Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee.
Page 1 of 1
WATER METER
REPLACEMENT
PROPOSAL CHANGE
ORDER
PROPOSAL PROVIDED TO:
Mr Matthew Jaunich
City Administrator
Mike Stifter
Director of Public Works
City of Hutchinson Minnesota City of Hutchinson Minnesota
111 Hassan St SE
Hutchinson MN 55350
111 Hassan St SE
Hutchinson MN 55350
KEEPING DRINKING WATER SAFE FOR
INDUSTRIES AND MUNICIPALITIES
For over 39 years, HydroCorp® has been dedicated to
safe drinking water for companies and communities
across North America. Fortune 500 firms, metropolitan
centers, utilities, small towns and businesses — all rely on
HydroCorp to protect their water systems, averting
backflow contamination and the acute health risks and
financial liabilities it incurs.
HYDR6CORP.
THE SAFE WATER AUTHORITY -
Cross -Connection Control / Backflow
Prevention
Water Meter Change Out & Installation
Services
Legionella Prevention & Control
Water System Surveys / Flow Diagrams
Pipe System Mapping & Labeling
Regulatory Compliance Assistance /
Documentation
CORPORATE OFFICE:
5700 CROOKS ROAD STE 100
TROY MI 48098
800.315.4305 TOLL FREE
262.264.6402 PHONE
hydrocorpinc.com
PROJECT CONSULTANT:
Craig Wolf
Cell: 612-850-8939
Email: cwolf@hydrocorpinc.com
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HydroCorp to provide the following Cross Connection Control Inspection services when exchanging
residential water meters:
A. HydroCorp will perform a comprehensive cross connection control inspection at each residential
home where water meters are replaced. The inspection will not be applicable to Commercial,
Public Authority or Multi -Family locations.
B. HydroCorp will document and inventory all backflow prevention assemblies, devices, and methods
during the onsite survey and be made available in an electronic and Excel format to the Utility.
C. HydroCorp will inventory and document all existing backflow prevention devices and assemblies
on the outside and around the water meter for proper installation.
D. HydroCorp will inventory and document all existing Sump Pumps.
E. HydroCorp will generate all Cross Connection reports for non -compliant homeowners informing
the City of installation requirements or required corrective action. Specific plumbing code
reference and written corrective action recommendations will be included for each non -compliant
home. A detailed corrective action report for each non -compliant residential home will be provided
to the City.
F. HydroCorp will provide full-time and Toll -Free phone call support for customer questions. Phones
will be staffed during normal business hours between Monday through Friday. An external
answering service is utilized for overflow and after-hours calls.
G. HydroCorp will document a degree of hazard and appropriate future re -survey frequency upon
completion of each survey.
H. HydroCorp will provide a comprehensive summary of all cross -connection inspections completed
and compliance status in electronic and Excell format to the Utility. Records will be accessible via
a secured website and include property address.
I. HydroCorp will record any private wells found and make sure they are not connected to the public
water supply. Private wells will be reported to the Utility.
J. HydroCorp will provide a full time employed individual, or individuals to oversee the project with
American Society of Sanitary Engineering credentials (ASSE) 5120 and 5150.
Page 1
WATER METER REPLACEMENT PROPOSAL CHANGE ORDER I Hutchinson
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1. Change Order Cost Proposal
Proposed Change Order Fees:
• Conduct approximately (4267) Cross Connection Inspections $15.00 Each
• Change Order Bond Fee, and Cross Connection report set-up fee ... 6000.00 One time fee.
TOTAL APPROXIMATE CHANGE ORDER FEES..............$70,005.00
Page 2
WATER METER REPLACEMENT PROPOSAL CHANGE ORDER I Hutchinson
HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHINSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Agenda Item: Park Elementary Lease Agreement
Department: Legal
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete Yes
Contact: Marc A. Sebora
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Marc A. Sebora
Reviewed by Staff „`
Consent Agenda
Time Requested (Minutes):
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM.
In January of 2008 the City of Hutchinson and the Independent School District #423 entered into a lease whereby the
City leased North Park (the land surrounding Park Elementary School) to the school district for the days and hours
that Park Elementary was being used by students. This was done to give legal authority to the school district to
prevent harassment of students by certain individuals who would be in the Park for the purpose of harassing or
intimidating students during the school day, rather than having to resort to calling the police every time a student was
threatened by a third party.
This lease expires June 30, 2024, and is up for renewal. The school district is not requesting any changes be made
to the lease agreement. As I mentioned, the lease is only applicable during the days and hours that students are
attending Park Elementary School and the lease requires insurance to be in place to protect the City from any
potential claims. The renewal term would be from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2028, unless terminated earlier by
the parties.
I recommend approval of renewing the lease agreement.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve renewal of Park Elementary Lease Agreement.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: No
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source:
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source:
Lease
This lease agreement is made and entered into this 1s' day of July, 2024, by and between
the City of Hutchinson a Minnesota municipal corporation (Lessor) and Independent
School District #423 (Lessee).
Whereas, Lessee operates an elementary school adjacent to the leased premises; and,
Whereas, Lessee currently utilizes the leased premises for the purposes of conducting
educational and school related activities; and,
Whereas, from time to time school personnel have intervened in situations involving
students and members of the general public for the purposes of protecting students; and,
Whereas, as currently structured, Lessee, its administrators and other personnel have
limited authority to prevent undesirable interaction between students and the public
during school hours because the leased premises is owned by the City; and,
Whereas, it is the desire of the Lessor and Lessee to ensure the safety of students at the
school and, by leasing the premises, school personnel would have authority over third
parties that are on the premises,
Therefore, for one dollar ($1.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the parties
agree as follows:
Leased premises. The Lessor, in consideration of all the conditions, and some premises
contained herein does hereby lease to the Lessee the following described property in the
City of Hutchinson, McLeod County, Minnesota:
North Park excepting therefrom the North 412.5 feet of the South 478.5 feet of the East
264 feet, South Half City of Hutchinson
Lessee's Use of the Leased Premises. The Lessee agrees that the leased premises shall
be used only for those uses commonly associated with the education of students. Such
uses shall include, but not be limited to, recess, physical education classes, scientific and
other experiments and other educational uses.
Hours of Use. Lessee agrees that they shall have the ability to operate under the terms of
and for the purposes of this lease between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. each day
that school is in session. Additionally, these terms are applicable one hour preceding and
following school activities outside the normal hours of operation.
Exclusive Use. Lessor agrees that Lessee shall have the exclusive use of the leased
premises during the hours mentioned above. Lessee agrees, however, that it will use
sound discretion in restricting the use of the leased premises by members of the general
public. Both parties recognize that the Lessee shall have the ability to limit the use of the
leased premises by third parties during the above -stated hours.
Subleases. The parties agree that the Lessee does not have the ability to sublease the
premises to third parties.
Term. The term of this lease shall be from the last date signed below until June 30,
2028, unless terminated earlier by the parties.
Improvements. Lessee shall not make improvements to the leased premises without the
permission of the Lessor. All improvements so made shall become the property of the
Lessor.
Termination. This lease may be terminated for any reason by either party by giving the
other a 90 day notice of its intention to do so.
Insurance. Lessee shall have in full force and affect a policy of liability insurance for
the full term of this lease naming the Lessor as an additional injured in an amount of not
less than $1,500,000.00. The Lessee shall provide a certificate of said insurance policy at
the time this lease is entered into.
Independent School District #423
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CHECK REGISTER A FOR CITY OF HUTCHINSON
CHECK DATE 5/28/24
Check Date
Check#
Name
Description
Amount
5/17/2024
EFT
EFTPS
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
74,895.44
5/17/2024
EFT
MN Dept of Revenue
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
15,087.28
5/17/2024
EFT
MNDCP
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
325.00
5/17/2024
EFT
Child Support
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
1,102.90
5/17/2024
EFT
UNUM Voluntary Insurance
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
341.77
5/17/2024
EFT
PERA
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
65,153.45
5/17/2024
EFT
Further HSA
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
17,735.76
5/17/2024
EFT
Mission Square
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
5,198.72
5/17/2024
EFT
VOYA
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
260.00
5/17/2024
115774
HART
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
400.22
5/17/2024
115775
LELS Union Dues
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
352.50
5/17/2024
115776
MNPEA
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
672.00
5/17/2024
115777
UNUM Life & ADD Insurance
Payroll Report 4/28/24 - 5/11/24
996.76
5/28/2024
115778
ABDO
AUDIT SERVICES YE 2023
36,000.00
5/28/2024
115779
ACE HARDWARE - 1315
REPAIR & MAINTSUPPLIES- MULTIPLE DEPTS
997.54
5/28/2024
115780
ADEPT BLAST AND PAINT
MS894TSANDBLAST/PAINT-STREETS
2,920.00
5/28/2024
115781
ADVANCED ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTA
SCADA INTEGRATOR SERVICES- WWTP
4,672.85
5/28/2024
115782
AMERICAN BOTTLING CO
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
534.84
5/28/2024
115783
AMERICAN PRESSURE INC
HATS CARWASH PARTS
313.00
5/28/2024
115784
ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER ON CROW RIVER
DANGEROUS DOG SERVICES - POLICE
2,340.00
5/28/2024
115785
APEX ENGINEERING GROUP INC
WATER METER PROJECT
9,488.64
5/28/2024
115786
APPLIED CONCEPTS INC
RADAR FOR NEW SQUADS - POLICE
6,170.00
5/28/2024
115787
ARTISAN BEER COMPANY
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
1,233.10
5/28/2024
115788
AUTO VALUE - GLENCOE
BRAKE CLEANER, O-RINGS, FITTINGS, PIPE - HATS
279.57
5/28/2024
115789
AUTO-CHLOR SYSTEM
CONTRACTUAL R&M - SR DINING
257.05
5/28/2024
115790
B & C PLUMBING & HEATING INC
PLUMBING REPAIR AQUATIC CENTER
241.76
5/28/2024
115791
BAILEY NURSERIES INC
TREE ORDER - STREETS
11,422.00
5/28/2024
115792
BCA TRAINING EDUCATION
TRAINING NORTROM - POLICE
900.00
5/28/2024
115793
BELLBOY CORP
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
3,442.10
5/28/2024
115794
BENEFIT EXTRAS INC
COBRA ADMIN FEES
61.25
5/28/2024
115795
BERGMANN, MATTHEW
REIMB: SAFETY FOOTWEAR - POLICE
225.00
5/28/2024
115796
BERNICK'S
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
1,509.95
5/28/2024
115797
BOBBING BOBBER BREWING CO
COST OF GOODS SOLD- LIQUOR HUTCH
494.55
5/28/2024
115798
BOLTON & MENK INC
MULTI BAY HANGAR, RUNWAY LIGHTING - AIRPORT
6,875.00
5/28/2024
115799
BOYER TRUCKS
MS218 TANDEM LEVER - STREETS
354.82
5/28/2024
115800
BRANDON TIRE CO
TIRE REPAIR - PARKS
49.50
5/28/2024
115801
BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
36,749.74
5/28/2024
115802
BRIGHTLY SOFTWARE INC
ASSET ESSENTIALS- MULTIPLE DEPTS
17,635.34
5/28/2024
115803
BURMEISTER, CHRISTINA
REIMB: PLYMOUTH ICE CTR - REC
69.14
5/28/2024
115804
C & L DISTRIBUTING
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
48,466.63
5/28/2024
115805
CENTRAL HYDRAULICS
EQUIPMENT PARTS - MULTIPLE DEPTS
363.84
5/28/2024
115806
CINTAS CORPORATION
SUPPLIES & SERVICE - MULTIPLE DEPTS
296.67
5/28/2024
115807
CIT SEWER SOLUTIONS
FORCE MAIN REPAIR -SCHOOL RD - WWTP
64,580.76
5/28/2024
115808
CIVIC SYSTEMS LLC
SOFTWARE CONTRACT- MULTIPLE DEPTS
588.52
5/28/2024
115809
COACH CLIFF'S GAGA BALL PITS LLC
GAGA BALL PIT & ACCESS - REC
7,412.00
5/28/2024
115810
COAST TO COAST SOLUTIONS
LOLLIPOPS - POLICE
268.47
5/28/2024
115811
COOL Al R MECHAN ICAL INC
COMPRESSOR REPAIR -ARENA
2,667.16
5/28/2024
115812
CREEKSIDE SOILS
SHADY RIDGE SEEDING - PARKS
51.00
5/28/2024
115813
CRESTED RIVER
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
304.92
5/28/2024
115814
CROW RIVER WINERY
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
216.00
5/28/2024
115815
DAHLHEIMER BEVERAGE
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
51,778.78
5/28/2024
115816
DELEGARD TOOL CO
HATS JUMP PACK
1,749.96
5/28/2024
115817
DELL MARKETING LP
DELL DOCK - HUC
323.99
5/28/2024
115818
DOG -ON -IT -PARKS
DOG WASTE BAGS - PARKS
463.00
5/28/2024
115819
DORIVAL, KELLI
REIMB: MMBA CONF - LIQUOR HUTCH
156.78
5/28/2024
115820
E2 ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC
UV ACTUATOR WIRING - WWTP
594.00
5/28/2024
115821
ELECTRO WATCHMAN
UPDATED FIRMWARE & RESET PANEL- CREEKSIDE
1,062.50
5/28/2024
115822
FARM -RITE EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT PARTS - MULTIPLE DEPTS
257.78
5/28/2024
115823
FASTENAL COMPANY
REPAIR & MAINT SUPPLIES - MULTIPLE DEPTS
1,612.93
5/28/2024
115824
FENSKE'S STUMP REMOVAL
STUMPREMOVAL- STREETS
26,675.00
5/28/2024
115825
FINNELL, SKYLYN
REIMB: SAFETY FOOTWEAR - PARKS
99.98
5/28/2024
115826
FORCE AMERICA
MS894T FEEDBACK KIT- STREETS
1,047.08
5/28/2024
115827
FORESTEDGE WINERY
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
414.00
5/28/2024
115828
FORKLIFTS OF MINNESOTA INC
MH865H SCISSOR LIFT INSPECTION - HATS
250.47
5/28/2024
115829
FOTH INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT
CASP DESIGN/CONST THRU 5/3 - CREEKSIDE
1,422.43
5/28/2024
115830
FURTHER
HSA/FSAADM FEES
339.50
5/28/2024
115831
FUZE LOGISTICS SERVICES USA INC
CREEKSIDE BAGGED FREIGHT
3,825.00
5/28/2024
115832
GALLS LLC
BLUEGUN FIREARM SIMULATOR, CAR SEAT ORG - POLICE
684.95
5/28/2024
115833
GAVIN, JANSSEN, STABENOW & MOLDAN LTD
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - LEGAL
3,700.00
5/28/2024
115834
GRAINGER
FIRST AID SUPPLIES -WWTP
137.82
5/28/2024
115835
GREEN EARTH LAWN CARE INC
LAWN MOWING - EDA
144.00
CHECK REGISTER A FOR CITY OF HUTCHINSON
CHECK DATE 5/28/24
Check Date
Check#
Name
Description
Amount
5/28/2024
115836
GREEN PRO SOLUTIONS
TAR & ASPHALT REMOVER - STREETS
2,350.82
5/28/2024
115837
HACH COMPANY
AMMONIATNT- WWTP
520.74
5/28/2024
115838
HAWKINS INC
CHEMICALS- MULTIPLE DEPTS
3,627.94
5/28/2024
115839
HEALTHPARTNERS INC
MEDICAL INSURANCE
149,981.62
5/28/2024
115840
HILLYARD/HUTCHINSON
LINERS/ROLL TOWELS - HATS
1,329.27
5/28/2024
115841
HJERPE CONTRACTING
REPAIRS, REMOVAL - MULTIPLE DEPTS
6,437.80
5/28/2024
115842
HOFFMAN ELECTRIC MN LLC
CAMPGROUND SERVICE CALL FOR FULL HOOK UP
190.00
5/28/2024
115843
HOLT MOTORS INC
DOT INSPECTIONS - PARKS
1,004.46
5/28/2024
115844
HOME CITY ICE COMPANY
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
772.36
5/28/2024
115845
HORIZON COMMERCIAL POOL SUPPLY
POOL SUPPLIES, CHEMICALS- WATERPARK
2,764.78
5/28/2024
115846
HUTCHINSON CO-OP
FUEL & SERVICES - MULTIPLE DEPTS
7,610.28
5/28/2024
115847
HUTCHINSON HEALTH
PREEMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL - STREETS
73.00
5/28/2024
115848
HUTCHINSON UTILITIES
FLU SHOT CLINIC-ADMIN
102.00
5/28/2024
115849
HUTCHINSON WHOLESALE #1550
EQUIPMENT PARTS - MULTIPLE DEPTS
475.81
5/28/2024
115850
HUTCHINSON WHOLESALE #1551
EQUIPMENT PARTS - CREEKSIDE
36.37
5/28/2024
115851
HUTCHINSON WHOLESALE #1552
EQUIPMENT PARTS - PARKS
256.85
5/28/2024
115852
HUTCHINSON, CITY OF
UTILITIES - MULTIPLE DEPTS
7,367.56
5/28/2024
115853
ISD #423
APR CLASSES -COMM ED
6,322.70
5/28/2024
115854
JAUNICH, MATT
REIMB: COMPASS PEER GROUP MTG - ADMIN
56.95
5/28/2024
115855
JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR CO
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
48,939.04
5/28/2024
115856
JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP
FIRE PROTECTION CONTRACT- EV CTR
202.34
5/28/2024
115857
JOHNSON, GERALD
REPURCHASE GRAVES - CEMETERY
745.00
5/28/2024
115858
KOHLS SWEEPING SERVICE
PILING CONCRETE AND ASPHALT - CREEKSIDE
187.50
5/28/2024
115859
KRANZ LAWN & POWER
EQUIPMENT PARTS - MULTIPLE DEPTS
503.95
5/28/2024
115860
L & P SUPPLY CO
PREMIX FUEL - PARKS
53.94
5/28/2024
115861
LADWIG, ANDREW
REIMB: SAFETY FOOTWEAR - STREETS
140.00
5/28/2024
115862
LAWSON PRODUCTS INC
PINS/BITS/SUPPLIES - HATS
818.51
5/28/2024
115863
LEVEL ONE SPECIALTIES
AQUATIC CENTER REC CENTER FLOOR REDO
45,410.00
5/28/2024
115864
LOCATORS & SUPPLIES
MARKING PAINT/STICK/PROBE - WWTP
591.90
5/28/2024
115865
LYNDE & MCLEOD INC
COMPOST BULK - CREEKSIDE
474.54
5/28/2024
115866
MACQUEEN
WW648W NOZZLE REPAIR- WWTP
189.50
5/28/2024
115867
MADDEN GALANTER HANSEN LLP
UNION NEGOTIATION - POLICE
43.00
5/28/2024
115868
MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC NW 7128
PRINTING CONTRACTS - MULTIPLE DEPTS
844.84
5/28/2024
115869
MATTHEW BENDER & CO INC
OPERATING SUPPLIES - LEGAL
3,740.13
5/28/2024
115870
MCLEOD COUNTY RECORDER
RECORDING FEES - P/Z
92.00
5/28/2024
115871
MENARDS HUTCHINSON
REPAIR&MAINTSUPPLIES- MULTIPLEDEPTS
1,153.20
5/28/2024
115872
MIDSTATES EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY
OIL SEAL - STREETS
67,210.00
5/28/2024
115873
MINI BIFF
PORTA TOILET RENTALS - PARKS
234.60
5/28/2024
115874
MINNESOTA CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATIO
OPERATING SUPPLIES - LEGAL
102.00
5/28/2024
115875
MINNESOTA PETROLEUM SERVICE
FUELTANKREPAIRS- AIRPORT
1,912.00
5/28/2024
115876
MINNESOTA VALLEY TESTING LAB
LAB SAMPLE TESTING - MULTIPLE DEPTS
1,672.60
5/28/2024
115877
M-R SIGN
SIGNS - STREETS
5,861.39
5/28/2024
115878
MUETZEL, BRUCE
REIMB: MMBA CONF - LIQUOR HUTCH
143.38
5/28/2024
115879
NERO ENGINEERING LLC
BNR STUDY, LS REHAB, SOLIDS DESIGN - WWTP
21,746.50
5/28/2024
115880
NEW FRANCE WINE
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
2,399.00
5/28/2024
115881
NILES, JIM
REIMB: MMBA CONF - LIQUOR HUTCH
156.78
5/28/2024
115882
NORTH CENTRAL LABORATORIES
LAB CHEMICAL STANDARDS - WWTP
980.87
5/28/2024
115883
NORTH STAR FOUNDATION PROPERTIES LLC
SIGN - EDA
605.18
5/28/2024
115884
NOTHING BUT HEMP
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
1,110.00
5/28/2024
115885
ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC
HATS LABEL TAPE
47.38
5/28/2024
115886
PAAPE DISTRIBUTING COMPANY
INSTALL RED HAT ON ROOFTOP UNIT- POLICE
662.95
5/28/2024
115887
PARK NICOLLET CLINIC
CAM - EV CTR
1,500.00
5/28/2024
115888
PAULSON, DEB
REIMB: SAFETYFOOTWEAR - WWTP
100.00
5/28/2024
115889
PAULSON, JOHN
REIMB: MWOA MTG - WWTP
20.00
5/28/2024
115890
PAUSTIS WINE COMPANY
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
1,704.00
5/28/2024
115891
PEOPLEREADY INC
CREEKSIDE TEMP STAFFING
2,536.00
5/28/2024
115892
PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
24,899.83
5/28/2024
115893
PLUMBING & HEATING BY CRAIG
TOILET REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR CXT - PARKS
796.60
5/28/2024
115894
POMP'S TIRE SERVICE INC
MY412Y TIRES - CEMETERY
1,175.80
5/28/2024
115895
POSTMASTER
UB POSTAGE
1,780.00
5/28/2024
115896
PRECISION UTILITIES
CONTRACTED R&M - WATER/SEWER LINES
16,863.00
5/28/2024
115897
PREMIER TECH CHRONOS
INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING - CREEKSIDE
5,124.00
5/28/2024
115898
PREMIUM WATERS
SERVICE FEE FOR WATER SERVICE - PARKS
91.74
5/28/2024
115899
PROSOURCE SPECIALTIES LLC
PENCILS - POLICE
326.97
5/28/2024
115900
RECREONICS
POOL REPAIR SUPPLIES
1,270.50
5/28/2024
115901
REINER ENTERPRISES INC
FLATBED TRUCKING OF BAGGED PRODUCTS - CREEKSIDE
13,102.26
5/28/2024
115902
ROTOCHOPPER
GRINDERPARTS- CREEKSIDE
1,265.29
5/28/2024
115903
RUETER, RAMONA
REIMB: MMBA CONF - LIQUOR HUTCH
156.78
5/28/2024
115904
RUNNING'S SUPPLY
REPAIR & MAINTSUPPLIES- MULTIPLE DEPTS
360.65
5/28/2024
115905
S&S TRUCKING LLC
FLATBED TRUCKING FOR BAGGED PRODUCTS - CREEKSIDE
300.00
5/28/2024
115906
SCHUETTE,DONOVAN
REIMB: AIRPORT CONF
866.52
CHECK REGISTER A FOR CITY OF HUTCHINSON
CHECK DATE 5/28/24
Check Date
Check#
Name
Description
Amount
5/28/2024
115907
SHAW, KAREN
PILATES/ YOGA INSTRUCTION- APRIL
150.00
5/28/2024
115908
SHIPPERS SUPPLY INC
ESTIMATED TRAVEL AND INSTALLATION - CREEKSIDE
1,274.18
5/28/2024
115909
SMALL LOT MN
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
790.84
5/28/2024
115910
SMITH, HAYDEN
REIMB: SAFETY FOOTWEAR - PARKS
225.00
5/28/2024
115911
SOUTHERN WINE & SPIRITS OF MN
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
24,077.35
5/28/2024
115912
ST CLOUD REFRIGERATION INC
HVAC REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE - ARENA, REC CTR
1,295.15
5/28/2024
115913
STANDARD PRINTING-N-MAILING
POSTAGE & SUPPLIES - MULTIPLE DEPTS
1,905.24
5/28/2024
115914
STAPLES ADVANTAGE
OFFICE SUPPLIES- MULTIPLE DEPTS
644.89
5/28/2024
115915
STAR TRIBUNE
NEWSPAPER -WWTP
254.70
5/28/2024
115916
STREICHER'S
AMMUNITION - POLICE
3,058.65
5/28/2024
115917
TALL SALES COMPANY
APR 2024 COMMISSIONS - CREEKSIDE
17,476.86
5/28/2024
115918
TEK MECHANICAL
REPAIR PUMP- WWTP
1,171.00
5/28/2024
115919
TERMINAL SUPPLY CO
BREAKER/BASES/ALARMS - HATS
240.19
5/28/2024
115920
THOMSON REUTERS-WEST
OPERATING SUPPLIES - LEGAL
1,272.44
5/28/2024
115921
THRASHER, ALEXANDRA
REFUND: COACHING - REC
30.00
5/28/2024
115922
TNLCREATIONS
C E M ETE RY POT STAN DS
983.00
5/28/2024
115923
TOLLEFSON, RYAN
REIMB: SAFETY FOOTWEAR - PARKS
225.00
5/28/2024
115924
TRI COUNTY WATER
BOTTLE WATER AND DEL- REC BLDG
23.75
5/28/2024
115925
UNITED FARMERS COOP
HATS FUEL
44,445.38
5/28/2024
115926
UNUM LIFE INSURANCE CO OFAMERICA
INSURANCE
3,233.70
5/28/2024
115927
USA BLUE BOOK
LAB SUPPLIES- WWTP
1,454.69
5/28/2024
115928
VIKING BEER
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
17,384.15
5/28/2024
115929
VIKING COCA COLA
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
693.20
5/28/2024
115930
VINOCOPIA INC
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
4,549.00
5/28/2024
115931
VIVID IMAGE
EDA WEBSITE REBUILD, ADV
7,476.00
5/28/2024
115932
VORLICEK, DARLENE
UB REFUND
13.26
5/28/2024
115933
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI -MN
REFUSE TAKEN TO LANDFILL
36,793.25
5/28/2024
115934
WEST CENTRAL SANITATION INC
APR RESIDENTIAL REFUSE
56,239.57
5/28/2024
115935
WILSON'S NURSERY INC
TREES - MULTIPLE DEPTS
5,629.90
5/28/2024
115936
WINE COMPANY, THE
COST OF GOODS SOLD - LIQUOR HUTCH
2,587.63
5/28/2024
115937
WM MUELLER & SONS
ASPHALT - STREETS
634.40
5/28/2024
115938
WOOD & RUE PLLP
OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - LEGAL
613.48
5/28/2024
115939
WOODS, CANDICE
REIMB: MMBA CONF - LIQUOR HUTCH
116.58
5/28/2024
115940
GAUVAIN, ALAN
UB REFUND
24.67
5/28/2024
115941
HOLLATZ, KATIE & BEN
UB REFUND
23.43
5/28/2024
115942
MILLER, MEGAN
UB REFUND
14.17
5/28/2024
115943
MULYCK, KRISTY
UB REFUND
57.45
5/28/2024
115944
SORENSEN SALES AND RENTAL
UB REFUND
1.47
5/28/2024
115945
VANHECKE, HEATHER
UB REFUND
0.75
5/28/2024
115946
WESTMAN, STEVE
UB REFUND
38.40
5/22/2024
115947
HUTCHINSON, CITY OF
START-UP CASH FOR AQUATICS CENTER/ROBERTS PARK
1,685.00
Total - Check Register A:
$ 1,261,332.50
Department Purchasing Card Activity - April 2024
Date
Department
Name
Description
Amount
4/25/2024
ADMIN
MINNESOTACLE
Pass for Minnesota Continuing Legal Education
1,645.00
4/1/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
2.00
4/2/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
2.00
4/2/2024
CREEKSIDE
DEPT OF AG AG SERVICES
South Dakota Dept of Agfertilizer tonnage fee
745.84
4/3/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
2.20
4/4/2024
CREEKSIDE
SPS COMMERCE
Mar 2024 SPS fees: UH
187.99
4/5/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
2.42
4/18/2024
CREEKSIDE
AMAZON
Table cover
9.99
4/19/2024
CREEKSIDE
MENARDS HUTCHINSON MN
Folding table
49.99
4/23/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
2.66
4/24/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
3.00
4/25/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
5.00
4/26/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
7.00
4/28/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
10.00
4/28/2024
CREEKSIDE
CASH WISE FOODS
Coffee for office
29.97
4/28/2024
CREEKSIDE
CASH WISE FOODS
Coffee for breakroom
29.97
4/30/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
2.57
4/30/2024
CREEKSIDE
FACEBOOK
Facebook advertising/boosting
5.30
4/3/2024
EDA
IEDC ONLINE
IEDC Economic Development Marketing & Attraction class
710.00
4/4/2024
EDA
FACEBOOK
Advertising for Childcare/ Enterprise Center
69.41
4/4/2024
EDA
FACEBOOK
Advertising for Childcare/ Enterprise Center
10.00
4/4/2024
EDA
WM SUPERCENTER
Cleaning supplies for Enterprise Center
42.68
4/16/2024
EDA
FACEBOOK
Advertising for Childcare/ Enterprise Center
125.00
4/18/2024
EDA
JIMMY JOHNS
Lunches for Finance Team meting
131.83
4/26/2024
EDA
JIMMYS PIZZA
Lunches for EDA Board meeting
99.47
4/28/2024
EDA
USPS
Postage
9.20
4/5/2024
FINANCE
AMAZON
Fire - operating supplies
14.77
4/7/2024
FINANCE
AMAZON
Fire - blood pressure cuffs and carrying case (4)
287.80
4/8/2024
FINANCE
AMAZON
City Center- packing tape 12 rolls
28.23
4/10/2024
FINANCE
AMAZON
City Center- 8.5x11 Legal pads
12.95
4/15/2024
FINANCE
AMAZON
City Center- staples and calculator paper rolls
31.53
4/26/2024
FINANCE
WM SUPERCENTER
City Center- soda for vending machine
141.32
4/30/2024
FINANCE
EZBUSINESS FEE
Credit Card Service Fee
15.00
4/2/2024
FIRE
HARD WATER SPORTS
Water rescue class registration
100.70
4/5/2024
FIRE
SAVELIVES
AED supplies
518.00
4/7/2024
FIRE
WALGREENS
Truck and staff photos for picture boards
117.62
4/8/2024
FIRE
CENEX-HUTCHINSON COOP
Breath mints for all trucks (tam medicals/MVA, etc.)
13.76
4/14/2024
FIRE
CASH WISE FOODS
Cases of drinking water
35.91
4/15/2024
FIRE
HOLIDAY STATIONS
Fuels for Utility 3 - return from Moorehead fire school
84.50
4/15/2024
FIRE
DOMINO'S
Pizza for crews working Elliot multi hour shed fire
111.72
4/16/2024
FIRE
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON
Moorehead Fire School lodging- Baysinger
237.54
4/16/2024
FIRE
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON
Moorehead Fire School lodging - Eiden
237.54
4/16/2024
FIRE
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON
Moorehead Fire School lodging - Reyes-Jeminez
237.54
4/16/2024
FIRE
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON
Moorehead Fire School lodging - B. Schmidt
237.54
4/19/2024
FIRE
STANDARD PRINTING
Ream of heavy stock paper for FF certificates
10.00
4/21/2024
FIRE
WM SUPERCENTER
FF certificate wall frames
20.94
4/4/2024
IT
FIBERCABLESDIRECT.COM
Fiber Cable Arena
219.95
4/7/2024
IT
MENARDS HUTCHINSON MN
Bubble wrap to ship phones
10.77
4/14/2024
IT
FIBERCABLESDIRECT.COM
Fiber Cable Arena
129.40
4/18/2024
IT
WEB*NETWORKSOLUTIONS
PAC Domain Renewal
209.94
4/24/2024
IT
AMAZON
iPad Keyboard Commissioner
42.74
4/29/2024
IT
AMAZON
iPad case electric
49.38
4/29/2024
IT
AMAZON
iPhone Cases Water
27.81
4/1/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
FACEBOOK
FB advertising
30.00
4/2/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
CH.SERVICEPAYMENT
Monthly City Hive website fee
100.80
4/9/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Replacement pricing gun
169.09
4/10/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Ink rollers for pricing gun
21.56
4/10/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Bathroom tissue
107.86
4/11/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
MENARDS HUTCHINSON MN
Misc cleaning supplies
52.70
4/11/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Bulletin Board for City of Hutchinson news in the entry
128.36
4/14/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Paper plates for break room
19.38
4/14/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Kleenex
154.56
4/16/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
RITE
Cloudretailer POS system monthly fee
268.44
4/19/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
AMAZON
Sale price labels for pricing gun
32.35
4/25/2024
LIQUOR HUTCH
HUTCHINSON ACE
Seeds and soil for outside planter
9.27
4/1/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Supplies for Tiger Path Job Fair - mini sport stress balls
37.18
4/4/2024
PARK & REC
BOWNET
Replacement Parts for Soccer Goals
258.58
4/4/2024
PARK & REC
TRUDOOR LLC
Keypad Electronic Locks for Campground Bathroom/Shower Facilities
1,105.56
4/5/2024
PARK & REC
SWIFTNET - CRTC
Pickleball Net Replacement Parts
371.00
4/5/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Wall Calendar
5.99
4/7/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Binders for Coaches and Swim Lesson Instructors
37.00
4/7/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
First Aid Kits
55.98
Department Purchasing Card Activity - April 2024
Date
Department
Name
Description
Amount
4/8/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Ratchet Straps for Mowers and Trailers
71.98
4/8/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Sports Equipment, First Aid Kits, Pressure Gauges, Air Pump Needles
179.36
4/8/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Swim Lesson Supplies - Binders, Page Protectors
84.12
4/11/2024
PARK & REC
WHENIWORK.COM
Employee Scheduling Software
84.00
4/14/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Kitchen Cart for Lifeguard Office
183.32
4/14/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Portable Signs for the Aquatic Center
229.96
4/15/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Clipboards for Cleaning Lists and Accident Reports, 2 Hole Paper Punch
76.20
4/16/2024
PARK & REC
NORMED
First Aid Supplies
596.13
4/23/2024
PARK & REC
HASTY AWARDS INC
Fastpitch Tournament Medals
481.50
4/23/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Tailgate Trailer Lift
169.00
4/25/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Slushy Machine Replacement Parts
108.15
4/25/2024
PARK & REC
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Lifeguard Whistles and Lanyards
559.72
4/25/2024
PARK & REC
GUN DOG SUPPLY
Dog Park Water Station Repair
179.99
4/26/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Slushy Machine Replacement Parts
28.52
4/26/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Slushy Machine Replacement Parts
24.11
4/28/2024
PARK & REC
AMAZON
Aquatic Center Wrist Bands
44.97
4/30/2024
PARK & REC
POOLWEB COM
Strainer Basket Gaskets - 8
919.26
4/16/2024
PLANNING
AMAZON
Coffee
34.04
4/23/2024
PLANNING
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY
A Boilers License
50.00
4/25/2024
PLANNING
AMAZON
Coffee
34.04
4/26/2024
PLANNING
AMAZON
Accessories for JJ'sIPAD
51.84
4/1/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Facial tissue
21.20
4/11/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Paper clips and batteries
44.41
4/12/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Vinyl numbers
7.99
4/15/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Cables
39.98
4/16/2024
POLICE
SAFARILAND TRAINING GROUP
Training erlandson
545.00
4/17/2024
POLICE
MEXICAN VILLAGE RESTAURANANT
Training/ meal gifferson
22.55
4/18/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Papertowels
55.12
4/19/2024
POLICE
7 WEST TAPHOUSE
Training/ meal gifferson
28.57
4/21/2024
POLICE
BEST WESTERN ST CLOUD
Training lodging gifferson
479.79
4/21/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Gloves
68.00
4/23/2024
POLICE
AMAZON
Batteries
23.00
4/25/2024
POLICE
COURTYARD ST CLOUD
Miscellaneous
0.02
4/3/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
MPCA Training Class C for ZP
45.00
4/3/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL SERVICE FEE
Service Fee
0.97
4/5/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
L1P24-01, 02, 05, 06 & 07
400.00
4/5/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL SERVICE FEE
Service Fee
8.60
4/7/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
BORDER STATES INDUSTRIES
Electrical Materials
575.83
4/7/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
BORDER STATES INDUSTRIES
Electrical Materials
80.87
4/7/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
GOLDSTAR PRODUCTS INC
Shop Products
3,485.10
4/10/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
CUSTOMER ELATION
Monthly Dispatch Services
73.50
4/10/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
CUSTOMER ELATION
Monthly Dispatch Services
73.50
4/10/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY
JN Boiler License
20.00
4/10/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY
RC & EL Boiler Licenses
40.00
4/11/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
PAYPAL *FLYERPUBLIC
FBO Airport Ad for Bids
165.00
4/16/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
AMAZON
Safety Glasses
48.48
4/17/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
AMAZON
Safety Glasses
107.89
4/18/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
JIMMYS PIZZA
Lunch for Boiler School Trainees
74.63
4/19/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
AMAZON
Bed Cover & Hitch for WW Truck
442.98
4/21/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
CSWEA
CSWEA Safety Award TG
305.00
4/21/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
APWA - WORK ZONE
Engineer Job Posting
375.00
4/25/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
JP Refresher Course
130.00
4/25/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
MN POLLUTION CONTROL SERVICE FEE
Service Fee
2.80
4/28/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
COALITION
MS - CGMC 2024 Summer Conference
180.00
4/30/2024
PUBLIC WORKS
NORTHLANDCDLTRAINING
CDLTraining for ZP
895.00
TotalP-Cards:
$ 23,147.04
s: HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHINSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
2023 Year End Report
Agenda Item:
Department: Administration
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Matt Jaunich
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Matt Jaunich
Reviewed by Staff a
Communications, Requests
Time Requested (Minutes): 5
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
City staff is happy to present to the City Council our fourth annual comprehensive annual city
report for the year ending 2023. The intent of this report is to measure the City's "performance"
on an annual basis. Information contained within the report is data and information from January
1 to December 31, 2023.
The report is really a collection of department year end reports into one document. It is our goal
to build upon this report in the years to come. Staff is always open for thoughts and
recommendations from the City Council to build upon this report.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
No action. Presentation of the year-end report.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: No 0
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
2023 ANNUAL
CITY REPORT
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Annual City Report for Year Ending 2023
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HUTCHINSON
A CITY ON PURPOSE
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
2023 ANNUAL REPORT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW 2
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
3
Our Story
5
Broad Indicators
7
Community Surveys
12
Organization of the City
16
Grants and Donations
17
City Partnerships
19
Awards and Recognitions
25
DEPARTMENTS
Administration
26
Economic Development
30
Finance
47
Fire
53
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
65
Human Resources
73
Information Technology (IT)
78
Legal
81
Parks/Recreation/Community Education
85
Planning/Zoning/Building
120
Police
132
Public Works
147
2023 Annual Report
Overview
The City of Hutchinson's Annual Report provides an overview of the services provided over the
previous year. This report is attempting to measure the "performance" of the City on an annual basis.
All data and information referenced is accurate from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. To
the extent possible, information is compared with the previous year(s) to provide a base from which
to measure services and accomplishments.
Organization of Report
This annual report is arranged according to the City's organizational department model, with data
reported by the major departments within the City. This report is intended to show:
• Alignment of City services with the City's Core Values, Mission Statement and Vision Statement
Priorities within the annual budget
Trend data impacting City services
Limitations of Performance Measure
Applying performance measure in the public sector presents a number of limitations:
• Information can be subjective and highly dependent upon each individuals source used
• There is no single measure of success, such as profit in the private sector
• Data is not all-inclusive, a precise science, a quick fix nor the only tool available for decision -
making
Even with these limitations, there is still a need to measure performance and develop standards for
comparing Hutchinson to other cities. The City has historically used the other 18 outstate small
regional centers' as market comparisons for a variety of data points.
Performance measurement can mean different things to different people. One of the goals of this
report is to tell a story about whether or not the City and its activities are achieving the objectives of
and if progress is being made toward attaining city policies and/or goals. Another goal of this report is
to provide the Hutchinson City Council with information to help them determine if their desired results
are being accomplished.
'-Albert Lea, Alexandria, Austin, Bemidji, Brainerd, Cloquet, Fairmont, Faribault, Fergus Falls, Hibbing, Marshall, New Ulm,
Northfield, Owatonna, Red Wing, Willmar, Winona, Worthington
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2023 Annual Report
Executive Summary
I'm pleased to present to you the fourth annual City of Hutchinson Annual Report. It is the City's
intention to produce this report on an annual basis so that the City Council, residents and businesses
of Hutchinson can be informed of and engaged in city services and the measurement of how the City
is performing. We continue to build upon this report and have a goal of showing more "performance -
related" measures in the future. This report still doesn't necessarily tie performances into all of the
City's core values, with a goal to build upon that in future reports.
While 2022 was a year of sustained growth within the City, in which we were setting our sites on
being the most attractive regional center in outstate Minnesota, 2023 was a year of preparing
ourselves for the future. While I have a lot of hope for the future and I'm excited for what is in store
for us, I cannot be naive to what is going on around us. While the "State of the City" continues to
remain healthy, I believe there will continue to be challenging times ahead. Higher interest rates and
higher costs associated with inflation are putting pressures on families to meet daily needs. On top of
that, we are still in a very competitive labor market which is also pushing wages up, which has a
significant impact on our budget. State mandates are also raising costs not only for the City, but for
local businesses as well. Even noting those challenges, there is a lot of exciting development going on
within the community with hope for more. As I look to the year ahead of us, I know this community
will continue to be resilient with the challenges it will face and it will find a way to weather the storm.
I strongly believe that we will tackle any challenges head on, boldly preparing the community for
what the future holds.
The City's average monthly unemployment rates continue to remain low with an average monthly rate
of 3.4% in 2023. These rates continue to remain in line with the State (3.0%) and below the Federal
(3.6%) percentages. Vacancy rates for our market rate rental units also continue to be at historic
lows and our median sales price of our residential homes continue to rise, having increased from
$244,000 last year to $261,7502 in 2023, the eleventh straight year of an increase. Home resales
continue to remain high (as inventory presents itself) and home foreclosures (lack thereof) continue
to remain low. While home resales continue to remain high, we have seen a tighter housing market,
which has resulted in new homes continuing to be constructed in town. We issued 20 building permits
for new homes in 2023, the eleventh straight year in where we have issued 20 or more new home
permits. Permits issued would have been higher if not for the high cost of supplies and labor and the
difficulty in getting materials.
Z Source: Minneapolis Area Realtors
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The new homes being built this past year will push our ten-year total over 280. Last year, the
completion of the townhomes near the Century 9 Theater moved our total to at least 292 new rental
units opening up over the past seven years. All of that pushed our estimated population from the
State Demographer's over 15,000 in its latest estimate. Along with new housing, we saw several new
businesses open up in town including Five Below, Due North Carwash and Zephurs Financial to name
a few with several others doing remodels or expansions. MITGI began moving their operations
downtown (old Shopko building) and the Midwest AC Building and the Civil Air Patrol opened facilities
this past year as well. We also saw RD Machine and Curtiss-Wright expand operations in town. Along
with private investments, Burich Arena finished its remodel and the new Police Station/DMV opened
up as well. The City has added over $360 million in new value to the community over the past ten
years as well, and we are anticipating continued growth in the next year.
2024 hopes to continue the recent trend of investments within the community. 2024 should see the
completion of the commercial building on Century Avenue and potential industrial business
expansions. MITGI`s remodel will be completed next year and new businesses and business
expansion should continue on Main Street. More single-family homes will be constructed and the first
phase of the Michael Court Apartment Complex should open next year with work beginning on the
second phase. The City will continue to market the Industrial Park and we are hoping that some of
the work that took place with our growth area study will spark interest in additional
commercial/industrial or residential growth. Work will also begin on a new downtown plan in 2024.
One of the goals I have for this City is for it to be the best and most attractive small regional center in
outstate Minnesota. In an effort to be the most attractive small regional center, it is our responsibility
to create an atmosphere that is conducive for growth and achievement throughout the community.
This report is a culmination of the effort staff put forth in 2023 in providing quality services hopefully
at a cost of government similar to, or less than, comparable outstate regional centers. As we look to
the year ahead of us, I know this community will continue to be resilient and I strongly believe that
the year ahead of us will be better than the previous. There is a lot to be excited about and I look
forward to what the future holds!
Matt Jaunich
City Administrator
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2023 Annual Report
Our Story
In late 2019, the City of Hutchinson embarked on a community branding initiative, along with a
marketing strategy to assist city staff and elected officials in promoting the city of Hutchinson to new
residents and young families along with prospective businesses and developers. The study was to
provide insights regarding current perceptions of the City and help to drive the recruitment of new
residents and young families; energize current residents and instill a sense of pride of the community;
and position the City as a desirable place for relocation and redevelopment to increase new resident
attraction and economic growth. Below is the City's brand story or message.
Brand Message
On a late November afternoon standing on the crest of a hill overlooking the Crow River, three
Hutchinson brothers knew they had found what they had been looking for: the perfect place to
establish a community that stood for the values and human rights they had been expounding for
years through their popular music. Only now they could actually put those lyrics into practice by
advocating for principles, such as the abolition of slavery and women's equal rights through laws
enacted on the town's very first day. So it was, long before the rest of the country would come
around to their forward -thinking ideas, Hutchinson, Minnesota established a reputation for blazing
trails as a town ahead of its time.
More than 160 years later, Hutchinson still stands apart as a city with a vision for the future. A city
that thinks and acts differently because of its solid commitment to plans and decisions that first and
foremost improve the quality of life — the economic, physical, social, emotional and environmental
wellness for all its residents, workers and visitors.
Like the Crow River, generations of wisdom have flowed through this area's rich history, gleaning and
drawing deeply from its abundant woods, wildlife and surrounding lakes. Here is a community shaped
not only by the natural beauty and forces that come together only here in this part of rural
Minnesota, but also by its legacy and its people.
Somewhere between small town and big city, farm community and metropolis, lies Hutchinson.
Though a small town by some standards, it's more big city in its vision for the future and ability to get
things done. You'll find small town charm in its historic downtown where quaint shops, local
businesses, a cozy coffee shop and restaurants line Main Street. But you'll also find big city appeal in
an exceptional school system and a vibrant arts and cultural community that includes the Hutchinson
Center for the Arts, Hutchinson Theater Company, the Minnesota Pottery Festival, Orange
Spectacular, Minnesota Garlic Festival and celebrated RiverSong Music Festival.
A friendly, personalized, supportive approach to doing business, more indicative of a small-town
welcoming spirit is alive and well in this community. Yet, it's also recognized as a pioneering, highly
productive, forward -thinking manufacturing, agricultural and industrial regional hub that funds creative
ways of working with new businesses and entrepreneurs. In fact, Hutchinson is already preparing
tomorrow's workforce today with the state's most ambitious skilled workforce development initiative,
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TigerPath, where high school students discover their interests and talents by learning, exploring and
building career and technical skills.
Some cities talk. Hutchinson acts. Wasting no time doing things "because that's the way it's always
been done", over the years the city's leaders have seen the opportunity in challenges instead, acting
decisively on the most efficient, effective solution for all. The fact that they hatched the idea of selling
their own compost is certainly testament to that.
Much can be owed to a local spirit of cooperation and collaboration. And the ability to discern what is
worth saving, such as the State Theater, and what can fall away. Hutchinson is a micropolitan that
has managed to balance growth with preservation. Where development doesn't compromise its
cultural or environmental character. The downtown redevelopment project is a great example of that,
going forward even in the midst of challenging times.
Just as the Hutchinson brothers first recognized, the city's abundant natural resources and beauty
greatly add to a higher quality of life. With hiking, biking and snowmobiling trails, such as the Luce
Line Trail, walking paths, a wildlife sanctuary and access to fishing, boating, kayaking and water
sports on the area's more than 50 lakes, there are ample opportunities to experience Minnesota's
great outdoors right out your back door. Or, as a great escape from bigger cities.
Here youll find a community confident in itself and its direction. Unwavering in its focus and sense of
mission. With a way of thinking about the world that inspires them to set their sights on noble and
bold, but also achievable goals. This is a city whose marching orders are clear: to serve its people,
commerce and industry with a clear focus, staying on point with intention and purpose. Charting a
better course for the future while still cherishing what is right before us.
The City of Hutchinson
A City On Purpose
MISSION STATEMENT
The City of Hutchinson exists so that
residents, businesses, property owners and
visitors are provided with quality services
and programs that support a safe, healthy,
sustainable and business -friendly community
with a small-town atmosphere, for a cost of
government similar to, or less than,
comparable out -state Minnesota Cities
VISION STATEMENT
Our vision for the City of Hutchinson is that
we will continue to be an involved,
progressive and innovative community that
promotes our regional prominence while
preserving our hometown character and
delivering quality, cost-effective services
2023 Annual Report
Broad Indicators
Assessed Market Value
One of the most significant indicators of Hutchinson's success is demonstrated in the consistent
growth in total assessed market value.
$900,000,000
$800,000,000
$700,000,000
$600,000,000
The total assessed market value of the city increased 5.7% in 2023. Residential values increased
5.4%, commercial/industrial values remained steady, agricultural values increased 4.5%, and
apartments saw the largest increase at 15.2%. 2023 was the eleventh straight year that the assessed
market value of the City increased.
The bottom years of 2013 and 2014 reflect the "great recession" and values have increased 81%
since 2013; an average of 5.7% each year. Current values are at all-time high for the City. The
market value for each year is determined as of January 1 based on prior year sales. It is anticipated
that the 2024 assessed market values will also show an increase.
Price of Government
In recent years the City has tracked it's "Price of Government" as a means to measure local
government affordability. The "Price of Government" involves examining how much residents pay for
all City services compared to the estimated income in the community. This analysis allows the City to
compare how much residents pay for those municipal services on an annual basis and see how that
amount has changed over time.
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The graph below shows the City's price of Government since 2000. The price has been stable
throughout the analysis period, but did increase during the recession to its highest level in 2010.
Since 2010, the price has slowly decreased, indicating that personal income is growing at a faster rate
than the cost of city services.
Data is always a year behind due to the lag in the availability of data from the U.S. Bureau of
Economic Analysis. For 2022, Hutchinson Citizens spent 1.5% of each dollar earned on the day to day
operations of the City and 0.9% on the City's enterprise funds. In total, approximately 2.5% of each
dollar earned by Hutchinson citizens was spent on City services.
Price of Government for the City of Hutchinson
(percent of every dollar earned going to pay for City services, excluding Electric and Gas
Utilities)
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Bond Rating
An important indicate of financial stability is the credit rating assigned by independent rating
agencies.
In 2023, Standard & Poor's (S&P) Rating Services reaffirmed its AA- rating for the City of Hutchinson.
This rating is 41h strongest on S&P's rating scale and identifies the City has having a "stable outlook".
The independent evaluation of a municipalities credit risk is one of the single most important
indicators of prudent financial and administrative management. The evaluation considers many
factors including the local economy, budgetary management, debt load, and budgetary performance.
Poverty Levels and Household Incomes3
3 Poverty and household income data was from the 2022 Census Estimate information.
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The City of Hutchinson monitors poverty levels and household income levels in an effort to gauge the
economic strength of the community. Historically the City has had poverty levels below that of the
State and Regional Center averages. While household incomes have been below that of the state
average, it has remained in the upper third and above average of the outstate regional centers that
Hutchinson compares itself to.
% of Population Below Poverty Level
25.0%
21.3% 21.8%
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City Tax Rates
The following tables show a comparison of city tax rates to other outstate small regional centers. The
first table show's the trend of the City's tax rate since 2013. The second is a comparison of the 2023
tax rates of out -state regional centers. The following tables reflect only the City portion tax levies and
do not include special levies that cities may also certify.
90.00 %
80.00%
70.00%
60.00 %
50.00%
40.00%
30.00%
2012
74.42% 71,97% 71.95%
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2014 2016 2018
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2020
63.9859
59.65%
2022 2024
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The table down below shows a comparison of Hutchinson's 2023 city tax rate for city services with
other outstate regional centers. Hutchinson's tax rate was the tenth highest out of the 19 regional
centers.
19 Reaional Centers
2023 Tax Rate
2022 Tax Rate
1
Cloquet
29.25%
33.94%
2
Alexandria
37.44%
40.06%
3
Winona
40.88%
41.46%
4
Bemidji
44.42%
51.13%
5
Austin
45.32%
53.31%
6
Faribault
47.44%
51.68%
7
Albert Lea
52,29%
60.68%
8
Willmar
52.60%
46.24%
9
Fergus Falls
53.38%
58.35%
10
Hutchinson
53.65%
60.41%
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Worthington
55.80%
61.16%
12
Owatonna
57.31%
62.10%
13
Fairmont
57.94%
61.36%
14
Brainerd
58.14%
70.32%
15
Marshall
59.70%
59.82%
16
Red Wing
61.00%
68.32%
17
Northfield
62.58%
59.80%
18
New Ulm
75.12%
81.18%
19
Hibbing
94.83%
95.61%
Average of 19 Regional Centers
54.69%
58.79%
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Community Surveys
Feedback from the community is also an important measuring tool for the City. The City of
Hutchinson conducts statistically valid community surveys every four years through the National
Community Survey (NCS). The community survey assesses aspects of community life, local
government service quality, and resident participation in community activities. The survey captures
residents' opinions and the results are based on resident perceptions. Overall, the survey describes
areas where the community believes things are going well and sheds lights on the areas that could
benefit from improvement.
When it comes to aspects of making a community livable, attractive and a place where people want
to be, the latest survey (2023) showed that the percentage of residents responding "excellent" or
"good" stayed pretty steady from previous years. The majority of our residents (84%) rated the
quality of life in Hutchinson as excellent or good; 88% rated the city as an excellent or good place to
live; 84% rated Hutchinson as a place to raise children as excellent or good; and 68% viewed
Hutchinson as an excellent or good place to retire.
100.00%
90.00%
80.00%
70.00%
60.00%
50.00%
40.00%
30.00%
20.00%
10.00%
0.00%
% of Population Rating Community Characteristics Positively
Overall Quality of Life Hutchinson as a Place to Live Hutchinson as a Place to
Raise Children
0 2007 ■ 2011 0 2015 0 2019 r 2023
Hutchinson as a Place to
Retire
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When it comes to how well the government of Hutchinson meets the needs and expectations of its
residents, the latest survey showed that the percentage of residents responding "excellent" or "good"
remained relatively steady from previous years. The majority of our residents (74%) rated the overall
quality of services provided by the City of Hutchinson as excellent or good; 52% rated the value of
services for taxes paid as excellent or good. 59% rated the overall direction city government is taking
as excellent or good, and 51°% viewed confidence in city government as excellent or good.
90,00%
80.00%
70.00%
60.00%
50.00%
40.00%
30.00%
20.00%
10.00%
0.00%
% of Population Rating General Governance Positively
services Provided by Value of Services for Taxes Overall Direction the City is Confidence in City
Hutchinson Paid Taking Government
■ 2007 ■ 2011 ■ 2015 ■ 2019 ■ 2023
When it comes to how well the residents of Hutchinson are connected to the community and each
other, the survey showed that the percentage of residents responding "excellent" or "good" improved
from the previous surveys. 64% of our residents rated the overall sense of community as excellent or
good, while 88% of the residents would recommend living in Hutchinson to someone else and
another 90% planned to remain in the community for the next five years.
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100.00%
90.00%
80.00%
70.00%
60.00%
50.00%
40.00%
30.00%
20.00%
10.00%
0.00%
% of Population Rating Community Participation Positively
Sense of Community
Would Recommend Hutchinson
■ 2007 0 2011 0 2015 f 2019 0 2023
Planning to Remain in Hutchinson
The last two graphs show how residents feel about two important aspects of the community, the
economy and safety. The data highlights that the percentage of residents responding "excellent" or
"good" remained steady or improved from the previous surveys on these two important topics.
80.00%
70.00%
60.00%
50.00%
40.00%
30.00%
20.00%
10.00%
0.00%
% of Population Rating Economic Facets Positively
Overall Economic Health of the City Would Recommend Hutchinson as a Would Recommend Hutchinson as a
Place to Work Place to Visit
■ 2007 0 2011 0 2015 ■ 2019 0 2023
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100.00%
90.00%
80.00%
70.00%
60.00%
S0.00%
40.00%
30.00%
20.00%
10.00%
0.00%
% of Population Rating Safety within the Community Positively
Overall Feeling of Safety Feeling Safe in their Feeling Safe in the Feeling Safe from Property
within the City Neighborhood Downtown/Commericial Area Crime
■ 2007 0 2011 ■ 2015 0 2019 0 2023
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Organization of the City
The city of Hutchinson is governed by a home rule charter and operates as a Council-
Manager/Administrator form of local government. The city council consist of a mayor and four
designated council seats, all elected at -large. The city council serves as the governing authority in the
"weak mayor -council" form of government. The mayor serves as the chair to the council, but does not
have greater authority than the other council members do. The mayor and council are responsible for
making policy and legislative decisions that govern the City, while relying on the city administrator
and staff to handle the administrative and day-to-day operations of the City.
As chief executive officer, the city administrator is the sole employee of the city council and is
responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations of the city are being met. The city administrator is
appointed annually by the city council. The city of Hutchinson has approximately 145 regular staff,
who provide residents a wide array of municipal services including administration/legal, finance,
public safety (police & fire), streets, economic development, culture/parks/recreation, engineering,
public improvements, building permits/inspections, planning and zoning, and motor vehicle/DNR
licensing. The City also operates public water, sanitary and storm sewer collection and treatment
utilities, a soils manufacturing/compost business, an off -sale liquor store, and owns a municipal
airport.
Citizens of Hutchinson
Mayor and City Council
Airport Commission
Parka/Iteaeation/Carrarr Ed. Advisory Board
Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Planning Commission
Chartar Commission
Polio Civil Service Commission
Cky/School/Cornnwnky Advisory Committee
Senior Advisory Board
Ubrary Board
city
Sustalnswilty Commkhe
EwrwmkDevelopment AuNrarity(EDA)
Administrator
utilities Con n ssion
Housing & RedevelopmentAuthorky (HRA)
Economic
Human Resources
Information
Compost
Motor Vehicle
Development
CIAttorney
Technology
Director
Director
Supervisor
Manager
Director
Publlc Works
Police Chief /
Director &
Finance
PRCE
Fire
Planning
ii=us. S.lef
Emergency
Director
Director
Chief
Director
Manager
City Engineer
Management
Public Works Manager Asa6 An Director Roc Faclkies/Dper Mgr
Building Officials
Ueutenant
Water Supervlser Roe Services Coorinator
Facilities Manager
Sergeants
Wastausater superviswr Parlm &"rvisor
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Grants and Donations
Another way to consider the effectiveness of how a community is built is by how the City leverages its
resources. How does the City save local tax dollars through grants, donations, sponsorships and state
and federal assistance? The following are major grants, donations and state or federal aid from the
past year that help fund major services provided by the City:
Parks & Art
•
Burich Foundation donation for River Fountain —
$50,000
•
Various donations for Fireman's Park —
$9,600
•
Grants and donations for Shady Ridge Park —
$12,675
•
Donation from Kiwanis for park improvements —
$26,401
•
Various grants and donations for Bike Fleet project —
$2,999
•
Lions Club annual donation for upgrades made to Lions Park —
$1,620
•
Police Memorial Park donations —
$400
•
Private donations to public arts —
$750
•
SWIF Grant for AFS Statue Restoration —
$1,500
•
Hutch Huskies donation to new fence at VMF —
$3,000
Public Safety
• One-time State Public Safety Aid —
$643 408
• Burich Foundation grant for police armor plates —
$6,454
• General donations to police department —
$625
• State Training Aid for police department —
$24,244.76
• State DARE monies —
$1,767.74
• State grant to police department vests and body armor —
$8,335.49
• State grant to police department for "Toward Zero Deaths" —
$2,736.09
• General donations to the fire department —
$400
• State grants for fire training —
$19,508
Transportation
• Municipal State Aid (General Maintenance) —
$29,280
• Municipal State Aid (Roberts Road) —
$1,135,779.16
• Municipal State Aid (Pavement Management) —
$505,723.93
• Municipal State Aid (Bridge Maintenance) —
$470,205.24
• State Grant for Civil Air Patrol Taxiway (pass-thru) —
$41,963
• Federal grant for new Airport hangar —
$219,541.97
• State grant for new Airport hangar —
$2,875
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• Federal grant for Airport lighting and Navigational Aids — $51,750
• Airport Aid — $27,445
Recreational Program Sponsorships/Contributions
• Youth Sports —
• Senior Center activities —
• Civic Arena sponsorships —
• Sponsorships of various parks —
• Waterpark umbrella sponsors —
State Pension Aid
• Police Pension Aid — $246,826.92
• Fire Pension Aid — $142,925.73
$20,005
$1,644.50
$18,900
$1,624.85
$2,700
Housing
• 2023 State Affordable Housing Aid —
• FEMA Grant — Franklin Street homes purchased and demolished —
Other
• DNR Tree Grant — $8,661.80
• County Grant for Refuse Receiving Scale at Creekside — $12,958.25
• State grant for new SSOM process — $31,594.42
• State bonding grant — Lakes and River Basin Project — $213,591
• State one-time monies for the DMV — $35,400.30
• State child care grant (EDA) — $35,000
• State Job Creation Grant — pass thru to Uponor — $275,504
$246,826.92
$661,626.14
In total, the City received $5,078,608.29 in grants, donations, and state and federal aid in 2023.
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City Partnerships
Partnerships save city resources and help ease the tax burden on city residents. The City has pursued
partnerships with a variety of other government agencies as well as private groups and community
service organizations to provide for better community services. All city departments take advantage of
opportunities to join forces with different agencies and groups on an on -going basis. Below is a list of
many of the partnerships that have had and will continue to impact city operations:
Administration
• Member of the MCMA — Information and Resource Sharing Network
• Member of the ICMA — Information and Resource Sharing Network
• Member of LMC — Information and Resource Sharing Network
• Member of CGMC — Information and Resource Sharing Network
• McLeod County Administrators/Clerks (quarterly meetings/resources)
Finance Department
• Partners with the County in the area of Assessing Services. The City pays the County about
$61K per year to annually assess the City's 5,850 parcels. This service includes the on -site
property reviews of approximately 25-30% of total parcels each year.
Creekside
• Per the McLeod County Solid Waste Plan, Creekside receives organic waste material from all
McLeod county residents at no charge.
• Creekside also provides a disposal service to all McLeod County municipalities' compost sites.
Fire Department
• Mutual aid agreements with all neighboring fire departments (frequently utilized for large scale events)
• McLeod County Fire Chiefs Association (quarterly meetings, resources)
• Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association (membership, meetings, training, resources)
• Minnesota State Fire Marshal's Office (fire code review)
• Meeker/McLeod Fire Safety Trailer (shared regional trailer for teaching fire safety, resource housed at our
station and used throughout our multi -county region)
• Minnesota Department of Human Services (conduct fire safety inspections for daycare and foster care
centers and homes)
• McLeod County Fair (inspections, grand stand event coverage, facility usage for training)
• McLeod County Sheriffs Dept. (emergency calls, resources & equipment)
• McLeod County Social Services (protection services, child/vulnerable adult)
• McLeod County (community service partnership for troubled youth)
• Project Life Savor (McLeod county partnership, resources housed at our station)
• Regional Disaster Response Unit (Partnership with Immanuel -St. Joseph's Hospital Mankato, resources
housed at our station)
• Allina ambulance (emergency calls, joint training)
• Minnesota State Fire Department Association (membership, meetings, training, resources)
• McLeod County Toward Zero Death Coalition (membership, meetings, roadway safety outreach)
• Hutchinson Schools (fire safety/prevention education)
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• 3M (promoting community fire safety and awareness with the use of the jointly owned,
"Bullex" digital/electronic fire extinguisher training device).
• Village Ranch, Inc. (projects and assistance for young men)
• Internal — Police Dept. (emergency calls, training site, resources & equip., EOC)
• Internal — Building Dept. (shared resources for rental inspections, new building plan reviews and final
inspections)
Human Resources
• HRA — Provide bi-weekly payroll and all payroll related services. HRA is included in our
employee insurance benefit plans and work comp coverage.
• Member of SHRM — Information and Resource Sharing Network
• Complete salary related and other surveys or provide other information as requested — annual
LMC survey, ICMA, federal govt. requests, other MN cities, unions, etc.
Information Technology
• Provide, for a fee, fiber connectivity for McLeod County Solid Waste and the fairgrounds for
the County network.
• Provide, for a fee, fiber connectivity to Ridgewater East campus for the State of Minnesota
network.
Leaal
Hutchinson Utilities Commission — Provide all legal related services as needed through the City
Attorney.
Planning & Zoning
• Hutchinson Area Joint Planning Board — City of Hutchinson, McLeod County, Acoma Township,
Lynn Township, Hassan Valley Township.
• Backup building inspection services with Meeker County on an as needed basis (has not been
utilized recently but contract is in place).
• Partnership with Pioneerland Library services to manage and operate the Hutchinson Public
Library. City owns building, provides custodial staff, and manages building and associated
improvements.
• Partnership with Lutheran Social Services for Senior Dining Service at Evergreen.
• Partnership with Hutchinson HRA to provide rental rehab inspections both in Hutchinson and
County wide for HRA rental rehab projects.
Police Department
• Mutual Aid: An agreement with McLeod County including all municipalities all emergencies as
needed.
• Emergency Management:
o McLeod County including all municipalities
o Planning
o Training for licensed and civilian staff
o Civil Defense siren testing and alerts
o Coordinated County -wide response
o Weather spotters through the county
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o County -wide inventory of equipment and resources for emergencies both public and
private
• Communication Advisory Board:
o Made up of police, fire, and medical agencies throughout McLeod County
o Addressing radio programing, radio protocols, call out procedures and priorities, resolving
issues
• Southwest Metro Drug Task Force:
o We currently have one licensed police officer assigned to the Task Force
o McLeod, Carver, Scott, West Hennepin, Glencoe, Lester Prairie, Winsted, Brownton,
Shakopee, New Prague, Jordan
• Monthly McLeod County Chief's Association (Region VI) meetings:
o All county Chiefs
o Sheriff
o County Attorney
o State Patrol
• County -wide training hosted and supported by McLeod County Chiefs Association and MPPOA:
o Active Shooter
o Mental Health training for licensed and civilian staff
• Police and Fire Training facility:
o We allow any law enforcement in the state to utilize our range
o We allow McLeod County to utilize our range
o We allow McLeod County to utilize our EOC
• Special Response Team (SRT):
o The Hutchinson and McLeod teams train together
o Respond to all emergencies together
o Share equipment
o This approach allows each agency the ability to control costs
o This approach allows each agency to manage liability
o This approach allows each agency to control utilization of team within their jurisdiction
• School Liaison Officer:
o Hutchinson School District
o High School and Middle School
o Shared compensation
• Hospital Security (2023 was last year of contract):
o Hutchinson Health
o Security Team
o Total compensation
• Park Patrol Officer:
o Park and Rec. Department
o Shared compensation
• DARE Program:
o McLeod County teaches this program to all schools throughout the County
o Our contribution is $8,000.00 annually
• Project Lifesaver:
o All police and fire agencies in the county participate
o The equipment is purchased by the County
• McLeod County Fair:
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o The two agencies share a display booth during the fair
o We back up the Sheriff's Pose as needed throughout the fair
• Susteen Secure view mobile forensic software:
o Shared service allowing access to mobile phone data
o Shared fee
• Safe and Sober:
o Headed up by the State
o Enforcement program partnered with agencies throughout the state
• ICAC:
o Computer forensics partnered with the BCA
• CARE Council:
o HPD has an officer on the Board
o County -wide participation
• Parent Connection Team:
o HPD has an officer on the Board
o County -wide participation
• McLeod County Public Health Nuisance Provider Roundtable:
o HPD has an officer on the Board
o County -wide participation
• Adult Protection Team:
o HPD has an officer on the Board
o Courts, Prosecutors, Social Services, Probation, Advocates
• Child Protection Team:
o HPD has an officer on the Board
o Courts, Prosecutors, Social Services, Probation, Advocates
• Take it to the box program:
o Hutchinson PD, Winsted, and the Sheriff's Office have drop boxes in their lobbies
• MEADA Coalition (Meth Education and Drug Awareness):
o HPD has an officer on the Board
o County -wide participation
Park & Rec
• ISD 423 PRCE Joint Powers Agreement
• ISD 423 Grounds Maintenance Agreement
• Hutch Utilities Maintenance Agreement
• HPD shared Bike Patrol
• Youth Associations: Shared programming for Baseball, Softball, Hockey, Figure skating,
Basketball, High Tides, Wrestling, Volleyball, Lacrosse, and Soccer
• Fraternal Organizations: Park Development/Maintenance: Rotary, Oddfellows, Masons, VFW,
Legion, Elks, Kiwanis, Jaycees, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts Lions, Maplewood Academy, and
Historic Hutchinson
• Associations: Programs and Events: Chamber of Commerce, River song, Center for the Arts,
Little Crow Archery, EDA and Hutch Health
• Adopt -a -Park with the Hutchinson Huskies on Veterans Memorial Field
Public Works
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• Engineering — The engineering department staff utilizes and is utilized as a resource to the
local MNDOT District 8 and McLeod County Highway Department staffs. Relative to these
relationships, city staff has initiated, developed, coordinated and/or administered several inter-
agency cooperative agreement projects such as the TH 7/15 Reconstruction (including Main
Street Bridge), School Road Pedestrian Underpass, Adams Street & Washington Avenue
Reconstruction, TH 15 & North High Drive Roundabout, TH 15 & Airport Road Roundabout,
South Grade Road Bridge & Micro -Surfacing, TH 15 Retaining Wall, and TH 15/Main Street
(downtown) Reconstruction. These projects have leveraged city resources to achieve
significant infrastructure improvements. In regards to the MNDNR, city staff has worked well
with MNDNR to address the replacement of the Crow River Dam and improve the Luce
Line/River trails corridor. Also, City staff is always actively monitoring and maintaining our
Municipal State Aid (gas taxes allocated by MNDOT) fund balance to deliver timely and cost-
effective projects. Lastly, city staff continues to be involved in the development of the McLeod
County Trails Plan and future planning of the Dakota Rail Trail corridor improvements.
• Area Transportation Partnership (ATP) — City staff is continually engaged in ATP activities to
promote MNDOT trunk highway system improvements in our region and capitalize on Federal
Aid funds to deliver City projects such as 21 Avenue SW & Dale Street Reconstruction, School
Road NW Reconstruction, School Road and Roberts Road multi -use trails, and future Century
Avenue SE improvements.
• Hutchinson Area Transportation Services (HATS) — HATS as facilitated the establishment of a
great working relationship with McLeod County and MNDOT. Equipment is shared routinely at
the operator/lead level. Examples include the city routinely using a county dump truck to haul
biosolids and having MNDOT assist the city by coring concrete for sign installations. MNDOT
provides facility maintenance assistance. Fuel purchases are done jointly and fuel is purchased
by the State, County and City departments. We are also reimbursed by the State for spring
sweeping and snow removal operations and trade for materials with the County to offset
spring sweeping costs. We also routinely share aggregate materials stockpiled at HATS
amongst the three entities. The City and County jointly purchase winter salt.
• Airport — At the airport there is significant cooperative efforts between the FAA, MNDOT, and
the FBO. Without these entities, it would be unfeasible for the City to effectively operate an
airport. Both FAA & MNDOT personnel routinely assist us in troubleshooting problems,
determining cost-effective solutions and to help ensure the airport is safe. The FBO serves as
the eyes and ears for the city with regards to airport operations, since they are on -site every
day. ASI Jet pays for half of the internet connection at the airport.
• Cemetery — The chapel at the Cemetery is a joint venture with Dobratz-Hantge Chapel. The
Cemetery also partners with local businesses to provide employee parking
• Safety — Public Works is part of a network made up of other Public Works Departments that
serve as a "think-tank" for safety/operational issues related to Public Works operations. While
this group meets regularly, off-line various entities are able to provide resources to each other
and act as a sounding board for safety/operational issues.
• Signs — The City has a great working relationship with the County when it comes to utilizing
one another's sign inventory and equipment. This helps to offset the typical lead time or
ordering signs.
• Equipment — The City is part of the MNDOA Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (State Bid) for
purchasing equipment other items. This saves a significant amount of time as staff does not
have to prepare separate bid documents for each purchase
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• Streetlights — They City has a relationship with HUC relative to energizing and maintaining
streetlights.
• Snow Removal — The County snow blower serves as the City's backup snow blower.
• Wastewater — City staff administers an industrial waste permitting process which allows for
the City to collect materials from other agencies and organizations for an established fee
resulting in City revenues. Also, city staff coordinates a biosolids spreading program with local
farmers to cost-effectively dispose of sludge materials.
• MNWARN — The City is part of MNWARD (Minnesota Water/Wastewater Agency Response
Network). This is a formal emergency response program in MN which is facilitated by a
standard mutual aid agreement. All of the communities with a 25-mile radius of Hutchinson
are part of this network.
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Awards and Recognitions
One way to consider the effectiveness of city services is through independent awards and
recognitions received by the City and its departments over the past year.
Park and Recreation Department/Fire
• Minnesota Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) Award of Excellence for the
Fireman's Park Project
• Sara Witte and Lynn Neumann received the MRPA's Meritorious Service Award
Environment
• City reconfirmed its status as a step 4 & 5 city of the Green Steps City Program
• 44"' year as a Tree City USA Community
Finance
• 2r Straight year being recognized by GFOA for Excellence in Financial Reporting
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City Administration
Primary Services
The city administrator and the administration department provide the following services:
• Directs the general operation of city government and oversees the day-to-day
operations of the City
• Provides overall organizational leadership and direction
• Provides direct supervision to all department directors
• Provides staff assistance to the mayor and city council in research, investigation, and
resolution of problems, budget analysis, policy review, and public relations
• Assists the City Council in preparation of public meetings
• Responsible for implementing the City Council's vision (programs & policies)
• Responsible for seeing that City Charter and laws (ordinances) are enforced
• Serves as the city's Chief Negotiator for Union contracts and has ultimate authority over
the hiring and firing of city employees
• Provides direction to Human Resources on the functions, policies and procedures of the
City (Human Resources is a component of administration)
• Works in conjunction with the finance department on preparing and managing the
development of the city budget and CIP
• Provides recommendations on policies that govern the financial affairs of the City
• Oversees municipal elections
• Oversee the City's permitting processes (except for building & planning/zoning)
2023 Staffing Levels
3.40 Full-time Equivalent Staff
Budget
General operations of this department total $472,116 in 2023
$540,000 - — —
$520,000 - - -
$500,000
$480,000 -
■0perational Expenses
$460,000 -- - ■Wages & Benefits
$440,000
$420,000 - -
$400,000
2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Actual 2024 Budget
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2023 Accomplishments
• Worked with the City Council on putting together the City's "Legislative Priorities" for
2023.
• Settled both union contracts (one new and one a wage reopener) with our Officers and
Sergeants.
• Completed 13 employee performance reviews of the City's Management Team.
• Hired Mike Stifter as the new Public Works Director.
• Completed an update of the City's End Statements/Core Values document.
• Successfully completed the 2023 National Citizen Survey.
• Worked with the Police Chief on the School Resource Officer issue related to legislative
decision made at the State.
• Entered into a Letter of Intent to purchase with Hutchinson Health on the Event Center.
• Worked with Legal and the Police Department on putting together a Cannabis Ordinance
for the City.
• Updated the City's Public Arts Commission ordinance.
• Worked with PRCE Staff and the Facility Manager on putting together plans and specs
for a new grandstand at VMF.
• Updated the City's Parking Ordinance to change the timeline from 24 hours to 72 hours.
• Put together an RFP and hired a Realtor to assist the City in selling the old Police
Station/EOC buildings.
• Oversaw the 2024 budget preparation process and delivery of a balanced budget with a
tax levy increase at 7.2%
• Put together the Truth -in -Taxation presentation and budget message for the 2024
budget.
• Produced several reports as requested by the Council on various issues relating to the
city and the budget process.
The 2024 goals for the Administration Department are as follows:
Work on getting state bonding debt associated with the Event Center forgiven.
• Finalize purchase agreement with Hospital on the Event Center building.
• Sell the old Police Station/EOC Buildings.
• Work with HR on looking at the City's benefit package offered to employee with a
consideration to update it for the needs of today's workforce.
• Conduct strategic planning sessions with the Council to establish a new 5-year plan.
• Establish a plan for the use of the Public Safety Aid and Housing Monies.
• Continue to roll out the next steps of the City's Branding and Marketing Plan.
• Have a discussion with the Council on the City"s Street Width Policy and Policy on
Deferred Assessments.
• Look at establishing a city-wide orientation program with the City Administrator.
Look at creating a "Policy Book" for the City — A comprehensive book that contains all of
the cty's policies.
• Conduct a "So you want to be an elected official" community forum for potential new
council members.
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City Clerk/Elections/Licensin
Primary Services
Under the direction of the city administrator, the city clerk provides the following services:
Agenda packet preparation and distribution to council, staff and the public
Noticing of regular and special meetings
Maintaining minutes, ordinances, resolutions and other city council action
Preparing resolutions and ordinances
Coordinating publication of ordinances and codification of City Code
Coordinating posting and publication of official notices as required
Coordinating recruitment and appointment of advisory commissions
Preparation and filing of official records and documents
Maintaining the City's policies and procedures
Maintaining a records management program for all public records and completing
data practices requests
Administers city licensing program
Serves as election official and administers election activities
2023 Accomplishments
Coordinated response to data practices requests
Ensured timely publishing of council agenda packets and meeting minutes
Began bi-annual codification process
Began compilation of new City policy book materials
Any%h►
VOTE
No elections in 2023! Year of planning for 2024!
City Clerk's Office
Response Statistics
Ordinances published within two weeks of adoption by the City Council
90%
Minutes of City Council meetings are approved at next regular meeting
100%
Council agenda packets out four days prior to the meeting
100%
City Clerk's office response to constituent inquiries within one day
95%
Response to City Council inquiries/complaints within seven days
95%
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Licensing
Licensing staff are charged with ensuring that most licensing activities in the city are in
compliance with applicable Federal, State and local requirements prior to licensing.
Business license applications are carefully reviewed, scrutinized and processed according
to those laws. Further, licensing staff are responsible to ensure that all license renewals
are sent out and returned with appropriate fees and background checks, if required.
Staff are also responsible for preparing council backgrounds and resolutions for licensing
activities. Areas of regulation include liquor, massage, tobacco, 3.2% malt liquor,
gambling, second hand goods, food vendors, taxi services, caterers, tattoo,
garbage/hauling, brewers and temporary liquor. Business licensing administration and
enforcement involves interdepartmental efforts with the police department, building
department and fire department.
Number of Licenses
License Type
On -Sale Intoxicating/Sunday Liquor
13
Off -Sale Malt Liquor
5
On -Sale Malt Liquor
1
Brewer/Taproom
1
Wine/Strong Beer
2
Caterer
1
Taxi Services
2
Massage
13
Tobacco
15
Tattoo
1
Food Vendor
1
Pawn Shop
0
Garbage/Hauling
3
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Economic Development Authority
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2023 was a generally successful year for economic development in Hutchinson. Significant
progress was made on downtown redevelopment projects, several manufacturing projects
advanced, and the EDA began taking steps to help address the growing shortage of childcare in
the community. Highlights for the year included:
• Support provided for downtown ($14,262)
o Four Sign & Awning grants totaling $6,872
o One Fagade Improvement grant for $7,390
o New downtown Plan authorized
■ 13 BR&E visits completed
■ Innovative Foam graduated from the Enterprise Center, purchasing its own 8,000 sf
building
■ RD Machine graduated from the Enterprise Center
■ Laser Dynamics purchased by GVL Medical, provided with a new lease at Enterprise
Center
• RD Machine completed a 21,000 sf expansion with help from the EDA (TIF District)
■ $53,821 grant obtained for infrastructure on Lot 1140
■ Five houses acquired and removed as part of Hutch Uptown Grand project
■ Developer identified for the former Franklin House site
■ Childcare Business Forgivable Loan Program launched
GOVERNANCE
EDA Board
The Hutchinson Economic Development Authority is governed by a seven -member board of
directors appointed by the City Council for six -year terms. Two City Council members serve on
the EDA Board, serving as a liaison between the two groups. Membership on the Board was
stable for 2020, with Corey Stearns being appointed to second 6-year term in January.
Table 1— Economic Development Authority Board of Directors, 2023
Mike McGraw President 19 State Farm Insurance
Jonny Block Vice-president 11 Hlllyand
Chad Czmowski City Council liaison 15 City Council/Outdoor Motion
Jack Daggett Commissioner 2 Pride Solutions
Pat May City Council liaison 1 City Council
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Corey Stearns Commissioner 9 Stearnswood
Mike Cannon Commissioner 8 Citizens Bank
Jeremy Carter Ex-officio Hutchinson Utilities Comm.
Taking care of the financial aspects of the Economic Development Authority is the EDA Finance
Team. Comprised of two EDA Board members and six other members of the community, the
Finance Team provides recommendations to the EDA Board on everything from budgets to
proposed financial incentives. Attorney Dan Mahon was appointed to a 1-year term in March.
Finance Team membership for 2023 is detailed in Table 2, below.
Table 2 — EDA Finance Team, 2023
Ioiemoer
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Mike Cannon
Chair / EDA Board
Citizens Bank
Liaison
Scott Ziegler
Member
Piehl, Hanson, Beckman
Anthony
Member
Citizens Bank
Hanson
Jack Daggett
Member
Pride Solutions
Josh Karg
Member
Titan Machinery
Eric Lipke
Member
MITGI
Josh Laffen
Member
MBFC
Dan Mahon
Member
McGraw -Mahon Law Office
DOWNTOWN
Downtown Hutchinson remains a key area of focus for the Hutchinson Economic Development
Authority. To that end, the EDA continues its support of downtown with three financial assistance
programs and a variety of on -going redevelopment projects, including the Jorgensen Hotel and
two sites on Franklin Street adjacent to the Crow River.
Sign & Awning Grant Program
The EDA's Sign & Awning Grant program provides grants up to $2,000 for business owners to
purchase signs and / or awnings for their downtown businesses. No match is necessary. In
2023, four grants were awarded totaling $6,872 as shown in Table 3, below:
Table 3 — Sign & Awning Grants
2/24/2023
Gruenhagen Insurance & Financial Services
$21000
8/23/2023
Masonic Temple Lodge
$1,642
10/25/2023
Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB
$1,230
11/29/2023
Crow River Electrolysis
$2,000
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TOTAL $6,872
Fagade Improvement Program
The Fagade Improvement Program is a matching grant whereby property owners can receive a
dollar -for -dollar match up to $7,500 to make necessary repairs and / or improve the curb appeal
of their buildings.. In 2023 one matching grant was awarded totaling $7,390 as detailed in Table
4, below.
Table 4 — Facade Improvement Matching Grants
5/24/2023 Clint Scherping $7,390
TOTAL $7.391
Commercial Rehabilitation Loan Program
The purpose of the Commercial Rehabilitation Loan Program is to preserve the building stock of
downtown Hutchinson by providing low interest loans to compliment traditional bank financing.
No downtown loans were provided in 2023.
Change in Downtown Program Funding
To address declining assets in the Downtown Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), the EDA changed the
funding source for its grant programs from the Downtown Revolving Loan Fund to the EDA
Operations Fund. This reallocation aimed to preserve and rebuild the Downtown Loan Fund's
assets while aligning recurring expenses with recurring revenues for better financial management.
New line items for these programs will be added to the 2024 EDA Operations budget, with annual
amounts budgeted for each. Any remaining line -item balances will be transferred to the
Downtown Revolving Loan Fund at year end, helping grow the Downtown RLF.
Downtown Redevelopment Projects
In 2023 the EDA continued its downtown redevelopment efforts with several ongoing projects:
Property Acquisitions / FEMA Grant / Uptown Grand
While significant progress on the redevelopment of Block 41 (the former clinic site) in downtown
Hutchinson was made in 2023 the year ended in disappointment as a planned development
project was derailed by a challenging economic environment.
On the plus side, all five residential properties on the west side of the block were successfully
acquired. To facilitate the purchases, the City leased the properties back to the owners for a
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limited amount of time over the summer. By early fall all residents affected had successfully
relocated and the five buildings were demolished.
Three properties were acquired with the aid of FEMA grant dollars, which covered 75% of the
purchase price and demolition costs. The 25% local match was covered by a combination of TIF
and ARPA dollars allocated to the project by the City Council.
The potential of moving and reuse of some of the buildings was explored by the EDA, but this
was ruled out by FEMA.
Two of the houses [145 & 135 11 Ave. NW] were purchased exclusively with City dollars. Of
these one was gifted to the city's HRA, which relocated and refurbished the building for use by a
new family.
Implementation of the FEMA grant was completed in 2023, with reimbursements totaling
$661,626 received by the City.
In December, unhappily, the project's Developer indicated that he'd let the existing Development
Agreement with the City expire, citing current economic conditions. In response to this, the EDA
updated the Request for Proposals (RFP) and distributed it to multiple developers. Proposals are
due in May, 2024.
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Franklin Site Redevelopment
In early 2023 the EDA decided to pause the proposed redevelopment of the Franklin Site (135
Franklin Street NW) over concerns that the lot may be needed for parking for the adjacent Hutch
Uptown Grand. In the event all the needed properties could not be acquired, an back-up plan
would be necessary.
Ultimately, purchase Agreements for all the needed properties were acquired and in May the EDA
decided to reopen the RFP submission period for the Franklin site. Two redevelopment proposals
were submitted and the EDA awarded the site to MITGI, citing its larger scale, higher market
value, and better alignment with the adjacent Uptown Grand project.
By the close of the year MITGI was in the process of completing Phase I and II environmental
reviews of the site. A Development Agreement will be signed in 2024 with the project potentially
getting underway by the fall of the year.
Figure 2 — Franklin Site Redevelopment Concept
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Downtown Plan Update
In September the EDA authorized $42,950 to
develop an update of the Hutchinson Downtown
Revitalization Plan. Total cost of the update is
$85,900 and will be divided equally between the
City and the EDA. The EDA will advance its share
from the Downtown Loan Fund, and this will be
repaid over the following two years through a
designated line -item in the EDA's operations
budget. Hoisington-Koegler Group, the
consultant that developed the city's downtown
plans for 2013 and 2002, was selected to lead the
update effort. The new downtown plan should be
completed sometime in the fourth quarter of 2024.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
Business Retention & Expansion
Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) is the core strategy for local economic development. In
any community, the growth of existing businesses is the biggest source of new job creation and
tax base expansion. In recognition of this, the Hutchinson EDA maintains a robust BR&E program,
visiting local manufacturers on a 12 to 18 month rotation. Thirteen BR&E visits were completed
in 2023 and these are summarized in Table 5, below.
Table 5 — Business Retention & Expansion Visits, 2023
Date
3 13 2023
Company
Stam-N-Stora a
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2020 & 2021 were records years busy
4 18 2023
Steamswood
16 7
Busy added a robot new building operational
6/8/2023
UPONOR
84
Demand is down but steadily building back
6 2 2023
Fire Lake Manufacturing
5 2
Going wellpotential for major ramp u
7 13 2023
Rite Way Conveyors
10
Orders down 80%
7 17 2023
1 Warrior Manufacturing
95
1 Busy Nebraska operations brought to Hutchinson
7/21/2023
Impressions, Inc. Milirock
65
1 Jorgensen family sold / 1 million + in new equipment
8 29 2023
Resonetics
170
Growin looking to add equipment and jobs
9/1/2023
Zephyr Wind Services
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Very busy need about 30,000 sf additional space
10/18/2023
Redline Systems
1/1
Busy / eCommerce is good / would buy building
10 23 2023
1 Our Savior's Lutheran Daycare
Adding 10 infant slots
10/24L023
11/17/2023
Kids' Inc. Daycare
Kids ]unction Daycare
5110
10
Open to expansion _
Doing well overall
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Hutchinson Enterprise Center
Business Plan updated
Taking into consideration the experience gained from the first five years of Hutchinson Enterprise
Center operations, the EDA updated the incubator's business plan. Changes included revising the
application process to include a presentation by applicants to the EDA Board and adding an annual
base rent escalator for tenants, so base rents (per square foot) will be $2 in year one, $3 in year
two, $4 in year three and $5 psf in year four, etc. Finally, graduating companies may qualify for
a cash grant — funded by the rent escalator — if they keep their businesses in Hutchinson upon
graduation.
Tenants Graduated
Two companies, RD Machine and Innovative Foam, graduated from the Enterprise Center in 2023.
RD Machine added 21,000 square feet to its main building and relocated its waterjet cutting
operations there. Innovative Foam purchased and remodeled an 8,000 square foot building just
outside of city limits.
Laser Dynamics purchased by GVL Medical
In the third quarter of 2023 GVL Plastics of Litchfield purchased Laser Dynamics' assets and
established a new company named "GVL Medical, LLC." On the premise that this was essentially
a new company the EDA Board authorized a new three-year lease in the incubator for GVL
Medical. Over the next three years the company's goal is to expand revenue to $5 million annually
and increase employment to 20-25 individuals.
Loan Forgiveness Provided
The EDA provided partial loan forgiveness for leasehold improvement loans held by Laser
Dynamics and Innovative Foam.
The loans were initially provided to help both companies with needed leasehold improvements
when they moved into the Enterprise Center. Laser Dynamics installed an epoxy floor and
Innovative Foam constructed needed offices. Loan forgiveness was predicated on both
companies buying or building a facility with city limits upon graduation.
For both companies this condition proved to be impossible because no suitable buildings were
available and neither could afford to construct a new one. Recognizing the situation, and noting
that the improvements made were permanent improvements to the Enterprise Center, the EDA
agreed — with City Council approval — to forgive 41.8% of both loans. For Innovative Foam this
worked out to a forgiveness amount of $6,000 and for Laser Dynamics the amount was $9,614.
For Innovative Foam the balance of the loan will go into repayment in December 2025 while Laser
Dynamics paid off its remaining balance of $13,386 as part of obtaining a new three-year lease.
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Industrial Park Activity
RD Machine Expansion
In 2023 RD Machine completed a 21,000 square foot expansion of its building on Michigan
Avenue.
The $4.2 million expansion came about as a direct result of RD Machine's lease of space in the
Hutchinson Enterprise Center. Because they didn't have the space at their main building, RD
Machine approached the EDA in 2018 about leasing space in order to test the addition of watedet
cutting to its menu of services. This would allow the company to meet its own waterjet cutting
needs and offer the service to other companies. If the pilot project proved successful it would
trigger an expansion of the company's main building. The project turned out to be a resounding
success and RD Machine undertook a major expansion as a result.
To help offset the cost of bad soils on the site and make the project economically feasible, the
City established a nine-year economic development TIF District in January 2023.
In addition to the 21,000 square foot expansion, the company installed a new roof and new metal
siding on the exterior of its existing 15,000 sf building.
Figure 3 — RD Machine Addition & Remodel
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Rite Way Conveyors Closed
Unhappily, Rite -Way Conveyors ceased operations at the end of 2023. While the exact
circumstances of the company's failure remain unknown, it is suspected that the recent COVID
pandemic played a significant role. During the pandemic, companies concerned about future
availability of equipment placed immense orders for conveyors and related equipment. This
resulted in warehouses full of unused material handling equipment. When the pandemic ended
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these large inventories remained, eliminating the need for new orders. As a result, orders for
new conveyors collapsed in late 2022 and by late 2023 Rite Way Conveyors had run out of cash.
EDA staff partnered with the Chamber of Commerce to help Rite Way employees connect with
existing job openings in the community.
At the close of the year, the EDA was working with the owner of the building (Systems -West
Builders of Litchfield) to find a new tenant.
Lot 1140 Development
To increase its inventory of shovel -ready industrial park lots the EDA began work to bring its lot
at 1140 r Avenue SE up to more attractive development standards. Needed improvements
include the construction of a storm -water retention pond and a suitable driveway from r Avenue
SE. An existing gravel approach on the south side of the lot would also be removed. In the fall
of 2020 the EDA contracted with the engineering firm Short Elliot Hendrickson (SEH) to complete
the design work for the needed improvements.
Total cost of the improvements is estimated to be about $100,000.
In 2023 the EDA successfully obtained a grant of $53,821 from Minnesota's Department of
Employment and Economic Development (DEED) which will cover about 50% of the construction
costs for the needed improvements. The other half of the project funding will come from dollars
pooled from economic development TIF Districts in the city. In the near -term funding will be
advanced from the EDA's Economic Development Loan Fund, and will be repaid plus interest over
the next 8-9 years from available tax increment dollars. Construction is expected to occur in early
2024.
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Figure 4 — Planned Improvements for Lot 114
Hutchinson Utilities Commission Project
The Hutchinson Utilities Commission (HUC) is planning for a project in the Industrial Park to
construct a new step-down transformer, requiring approximately 100' x 100' (about 1/4 acre) of
space. This development aims to provide redundancy and additional capacity for HUC to efficiently
serve future customers in the industrial park. Initially, there was contemplation of a land sale
from the City to HUC, but it was discovered that the City owns all the land upon which HUC
infrastructure rests, rendering a sale unnecessary. The EDA and HUC collaborated to identify a
suitable location for the new facility (the very northwest corner of the industrial park) that won't
impede future development prospects. HUC will cover all costs associated with establishing the
site.
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In 2022 the EDA developed Project 9500, a marketing campaigned aimed at luring some of the
9,500 workers that commute daily to jobs outside McLeod County to instead take jobs in
Hutchinson. The project was put on hold in 2023 however due to a slowdown of local hiring by
3M and UPONOR. The project may be revived if and when local worker demand increases.
Human Resources Roundtable
In an effort to provide support for local human resources professionals, the EDA sponsored six
`Human Resources Roundtables' over the course of the year. Meeting formats vary, with guest
speakers interspersed with meetings built around topics provided by the participants themselves.
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TigerPath
TigerPath continued to gain notoriety in 2023. In conjunction
with the Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF), the
Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce and the School District,
the EDA hosted the TigerPath III Conference in April. Over
200 people attended from across Minnesota to learn how
Hutchinson was partnering with the local school district and
area businesses to provide the best possible outcomes for
local high school students, thereby helping address local
workforce needs.
In addition, EDA staff presented on TigerPath at the Missouri
River Energy Services conference in Sioux Falls.
Locally, the EDA continued its support of TigerPath by
coordinating the development of an updated TigerPath
Parent's Guide and working with the TigerPath Advisory
Committee to launch an annual open house event.
What is TigerPath? (per ChatGPT) TigerPath is an innovative initiative focused on enhancing
educational pathways and opportunities for students. The program aims to provide students with
clear, structured pathways to explore their interests, develop relevant skills, and prepare for future
career opportunities. Through TigerPath, students have access to a wide range of career -focused
courses, industry certifications, and experiential learning opportunities aligned with their career
interests. The program emphasizes collaboration between educators, industry partners, and the
community to ensure that students receive comprehensive support and guidance throughout their
academic journey. TigerPath actively engages students, parents, and stakeholders in the process of
shaping and improving educational pathways for all students at Hutchinson High School.
Child Care
In 2023 the availability and affordability of child care become a significant concern for the City.
According to study conducted by First Children's Finance, a national childcare advocacy group,
Hutchinson has about one-half of the childcare slots it actually needs, with an identified need for
roughly 400 additional child-care slots.
The EDA became interested in the issue because it impacts workforce availability in the
community. Childcare workers are the `workforce behind the workforce' because they make it
possible for people to work outside the home.
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The Childcare Challenge
As can be seen in the graphic below, the total availability of childcare services in rural areas (black
line) has been steadily declining since about 2003, while in urban areas it's been largely holding
steady. In both rural and urban areas, the number of Family (home -based) childcare providers
(orange bars) has been declining steadily for the past two decades. The difference is that in
urban areas child care centers (red bars) have been filling the need, while in rural areas the
number of child care centers has remained mostly constant. The result is a net decline in childcare
availability in rural Minnesota that has now reached crises proportions.
Figure 5 — Change in Total Child Care Capacity Since 2000
Entindy rural
Center based care not
4,000 �growing fast enough
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2000 2010 2020
2005 2015
150,000
100,000
50,000
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2000 2010 2020
2005 2015
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Care capacity N Child Care Center
Family Child Cate
Local Responses Source: Minnesota Department of Human Resources
In the first Quarter of 2023 the Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce successfully applied to First
Children's Finance for participation in its Rural Child Care Innovation Program (RCCIP). The
purpose of the program is to raise awareness of the child care shortage in the community and
spark conversations and action towards addressing the issue.
Additionally, the Chamber applied for and received an RCCIP Grant from First Children's Finance
in the amount of $30,000. The EDA agreed to provide up to $15,000 as part of the required 2:1
local match, with the understanding that the amount could be reduced if other local partners
contributed. In the end, 3M came through with $10,000 towards the match, reducing the EDA's
share to $5,000.
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With grant dollars obtained, the EDA and Chamber partnered to establish a Childcare Forgivable
Loan Program to incentivize the creation of new childcare slots in the community. Applicants get
up to $10,000 as a forgivable loan if they make at least 10 new childcare slots available to the
public. Loans would be forgiven immediately once documentation of qualified expenses was
provided to the EDA and the childcare slots created.
In late summer, a $5,080 forgivable loan was provided to Our Savior's Lutheran Early Learning,
facilitating the creation of 12 infant slots.
By fall 2023 the EDA was exploring possible partnerships with New Horizons Daycare and local
childcare providers to increase the supply of childcare slots in the community.
In December EDA staff presented a proposal to promote the establishment new in -home childcare
provider businesses. The plan involved launching a Facebook advertising campaign to attract
interested individuals, followed by workshops to guide them through the process of setting up a
childcare business. Financial support for these ventures would be offered through the Childcare
Forgivable Loan Program.
MARKETING
In 2023 the EDA continued growing its social media presence, primarily as a way to increase the
visibility of the EDA website on the internet. For the year, 117 postings were made on Facebook
and the EDA's reach on the platform went from 780 follows to 868, an increase of 11.2%. The
EDA discontinued its use of Twitter due to a perceived lack of outreach effectiveness.
In addition, 38 updates of the EDA website were completed.
ADMINISTRATIVE
Strategic Plan Update
Over the course of the year the EDA reviewed and updated its Economic Development Strategic
Plan. As part of this, the Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats (SWOT) analysis was
updated, current strategies reviewed and two new ones added: Childcare and Workforce Housing
Development.
Hay Land Rental
The City leased out unused industrial park land for hay production, resulting in rental revenue
for the year of $3,323
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BUDGET & FUND REPORT
New Budget Policies
In 2023 the EDA implemented two new policies to improve the finances of the organization.
First, to ensure that a healthy budget reserve of at least 60% was maintained, the EDA
implemented a policy whereby each year's operating budget will include a line item to allocate
dollars to build up the fund reserve. A healthy budget reserve is considered to be an amount of
at least 60% of next year's projected expenditures. The amount in the reserve must grow each
year to maintain that 60% balance: as the EDA's annual budget grows, the reserve (as a
percentage of next year's budget) will naturally shrink in proportion. Over time, this leads to
budget reserve that is smaller than is considered desirable.
Second, to address declining assets in the Downtown Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), certain
recurring expenditures were moved from the RLF to the EDA operations budget. These were the
Sign & Awning Grant Program, Fagade Improvement Grant, and funding for downtown studies.
This reallocation aimed to preserve and rebuild the Downtown Loan Fund's assets while aligning
recurring expenses with recurring revenues for better financial management.
Starting in 2024, these three activities will be funded on a "pay-as-you-go" cash basis with any
unused year-end balances then transferred to the Downtown Revolving Loan Fund. Combined
with annual interest earnings, this will lead to steady growth of the Downtown RLF over time.
EDA Levy
For 2024 the City Council authorized an EDA levy in the amount of $272,842, an increase of
$14,673 or 5.68 % over the 2023 amount of $258,169.
EDA Operating Budget
For the year EDA revenues were $302,145 and expenditures were $207,312 resulting in a positive
cash flow of $94,833. This was significantly higher than normal for several reasons: (a) $30,000
was from the RCCIP Child Care Grant obtained from First Children's Finance; (b) vacancy of the
EDA Program Manager position, with resulted in significant savings in the Wage & Benefits budget
line -item; and, (c) unutilized marketing funds that had been set aside for a planned workforce
marketing effort that ultimately wasn't launched (due to a Significant slow -down of local hiring).
At year end this amount, less the $30,000 RCCIP grant, went to bolster the EDA's budget reserve.
Economic Development Loan Fund
The Economic Development Loan Fund finished 2023 with total assets of $516,404 and a cash
balance of $217,142. Business Loans receivable totaled $84,354 with a further $207,407 owed to
the fund by the Enterprise Center (as part of the initial construction of the building).
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Total assets in the fund were down slightly from the previous year due to a partial forgiveness of
the loan to Innovative Foam in the amount of $8,355.
Downtown Revolving Loan Fund
The Downtown Revolving Loan Fund finished the year with total assets of $1,068,930 — up by
$19,216 from the previous year's total of $1,050,281.
Three downtown loans were paid off during the year, leaving 12 active loans by year end. All
loans were performing as required.
The Downtown RLF's cash position improved significantly over the course of the year, from
$370,798 at the start of the year to $427,085 at year end, an increase of $56,287.
A total of $201,329 remained invested in the 3rd Avenue redevelopment site (former Cenex
fertilizer plant).
Minnesota Investment Loan Fund
The EDA's Minnesota Investment Loan Fund finished the year with total assets of $18,377 and
cash available of $13,133.
There was one active business loan which had a year-end balance of $5,244. This loan was
performing as required.
Hutchinson Enterprise Center
The Hutchinson Enterprise Center finished the year with a very slight operating budget deficit of
$371. This was due primarily to two tenants moving out at the end of the 3"d quarter.
At year end the Enterprise Center had total assets of $44,555 which included $27,155 in cash
and $13,400 in a building maintenance fund.
Liabilities totaled $212,181-- the bulk of which was a loan from the Economic Development Loan
Fund with a year-end balance of $207,407. The Enterprise Center made loan principal payments
totaling $19,518 for the year.
SHOPKO TIF District
The SHOPKO TIF District finished the year with total assets of $500,297. This was made up of
$434,772 of interfund loans due from other TIF Districts, a reimbursement due from FEMA in the
amount of $51,375 and finally, cash on hand of $14,150.
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SUMMARY
Overall 2023 was a good year for the Hutchinson Economic Development Authority. Significant
progress was made downtown in redeveloping the Block 41, the old medical clinic site on Franklin
Street. In addition, a developer was identified for the former Franklin House site. The completion
of those two projects over the next 2-3 years will dramatically change downtown Hutchinson. In
the industrial park, the loss of Rite -Way Conveyors was a significant setback. This was offset
however by the graduation of two tenant companies from the Hutchinson Enterprise Center and
the sizable expansion of RD Machine.
BONUS ITEM: Chat GPT's Appraisal of Hutchinson
As an experiment, EDA staff logged onto Chat GPT and directed it to: "Write one paragraph about
Hutchinson as Minnesota's Manufacturing City." This is what it came up with:
Hutchinson has earned the moniker of Minnesota's Manufacturing City due to its robust
manufacturing sector and significant contributions to the state's industrial landscape. With a
diverse array of manufacturing companies spanning various industries such as plastics, metal
fabrication, and medical devices, Hutchinson serves as a vital hub for production and
innovation. The city's strategic location, skilled workforce, and supportive business
environment have attracted numerous manufacturing firms, fostering a dynamic ecosystem
for industrial growth and development. Hutchinson's manufacturing prowess is further
underscored by its dedication to workforce training and development initiatives, ensuring that
the local labor force remains well-equipped with the skills needed to thrive in the modern
manufacturing landscape. Overall, Hutchinson's thriving manufacturing sector continues to
play a pivotal role in driving economic growth, job creation, and innovation within the region
and beyond, solidifying its status as Minnesota's Manufacturing City.
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Finance
Primary Services
The Finance Department provides customer service to all city departments as well as the city's residents
and businesses. The department operates under the management of the Finance Director and is guided by
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Minnesota State Statutes, City Policy and departmental
procedures. Finance's various functions include:
• Accounts payable, Accounts receivable and Payroll functions
• Utility billing
• Submit work orders to Public Works staff for Water and Sewer services and repairs
• Coordinate with the refuse hauler for carts related to new service or change in cart sizes
• Financial analysis and reporting for the City, EDA and HATS Facility
• TIF administration and reporting to the State
• Tax levy administration
• Certification of Special Assessments and Delinquent Utility Billing amounts to the County for
collection on the following year's property tax statements
• Maintain and manage the Special Assessment database
• Administer the Assessment Search process for title companies
• Certifications to the County and State for the City's budgets, tax levies, truth in taxation meetings,
outstanding debt and annual financial reports
• Administration of the EDA and HRA grant and loan programs
• Administration of the City's lodging tax, cable TV franchise tax and excise tax
• Grant administration and reporting
• Budget development
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Annual debt issuance, debt covenant compliance, debt service analysis and bond payments
• Long-range financial planning
• Cash and investment management
• Banking relations
• Administration and oversight of departmental purchasing cards
• Risk Management and insurance coverage
• Budgetary and policy support for other city departments
Finance Budget
Other than labor, auditor fees ($49,000) and software costs ($14,792) represent the largest expenditures
for the 2024 Finance budget.
Wages & Benefits
Supplies
Services & Charges
Miscellaneous Expenses
Total Expense Budget
2022 Actual 2023 Actual 2024 Budget
$323,084
$320,550
$344,253
1,525
1,642
1,500
66,969
71,539
80,620
1,144
1,146
1,450
1392,722
1394,877
427 823
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Full-time Equivalent staffing
General Fund 3.0 Finance Director, Payroll Specialist, Senior Accounting Specialist
Enterprise Funds 2.0 Assistant Finance Director, Utility Billing Specialist
2023 Accomplishments
1) Received the GFOA's Certification of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the
2022 audit report. We have received this award each year since 1996.
2) Received an unmodified (clean) opinion from the City's independent auditors that the 2022
financial statements were fairly presented in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles.
3) Reaffirmed the City's AA- bond rating.
4) Formulated our debt needs for a lighter than average project scope. We issued GO Bonds with a
par value of $1,350,000 compared to our typical issuance in the range of $2.2M to $2.5M. The
smaller project scope and bonding was purposely planned after adding $11,225,000 of new debt
for the Police Facility.
5) Took advantage of rising interest rates to increase the City's total annual investment income by
approximately $666,000 when compared to 2022. The General fund's investment income
increased by $134,600, outperforming the budget by $185,800.
6) Managed the City's cash on hand for various large projects during the year, including the Police
Facility construction, Civic Arena HVAC replacement, Water/Wastewater SCADA projects and the
Airport Hangar and Lighting/Navigation Aid projects.
7) Renewed the City's insurance policies for general liability, property and workers compensation.
8) Worked with LMCIT insurance adjusters on various auto, property and liability claims.
9) System setup, testing and billing for the new Water and Sewer rate structure. Managed the
installation process for irrigation water deduct meters, communicating between property owners
and employees within the Water and Building Inspection departments.
10) Replaced the Utility Billing Clerk position after the previous clerk left for Hutch Utilities. The
transition included training the new clerk on the various duties and responsibilities.
11) Worked with Public Works to make improvements to the airport hangar rental collection process,
including updates to the rental agreements.
12) Completed all required financial reporting to the State and the County for the city's annual budget,
tax levies, indebtedness, annual audit report and TIF districts.
13) Guided city departments through the process for the following annual documents, creating several
iterations prior to being approved by council.
a. General and Enterprise fund budgets
b. 5-Year CIP
c. Fee Schedule
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14}Increased electronic payment customers for Utility Billing by 201, a 5.5% increase from year-end
2022.
15) Updated the Financial Management Plan for revisions to several City policies.
16) Started the conversion of the accounting system from BS&A to Caselle in October with full
completion in March/April 2024.
2023 Performance Measurement Monitoring Data
Accounts Payable
Use of automated payment solutions continues to provide efficiencies to departmental purchasers and
enhances internal controls through established approval processes.
• Processed 90 electronic purchase orders totaling $3,177,362, compared to 103 totaling $2,888,984
in 2022
• Use of departmental procurement cards totaled $241,353, up 10.9% from 2022
• Issued 4,183 disbursement checks totaling $31,791,004 compared to 4,257 checks totaling
$39,570,681 in 2022
o 2022 activity was higher due to the new Police Facility construction payments in addition to
large capital improvement projects at the Wastewater facility
Utility Billing
• Implemented the new Water and Sewer rate structure. This included talking with many customers
calling to question their new billings
• Billed an average of 5,192 accounts on a monthly basis with 20 new accounts added during the year
due to new construction
• Coordinated the monthly billing process with the third -party printer/mailer
• Averaged 20 accounts per month (14 in 2022) that had water disconnected due to failure to pay
o Averaged 113 shut-off letters each month (94 in 2022), resulting in 93 accounts resolving
their delinquency prior to a shut-off event
• Coordinated work orders related to Water, Sewer and Refuse service
• Monitored water usage for large fluctuations or leaks, and informed customers
• Provided notes or inserts within the utility bill mailings for City related information
• Managed and promoted the various electronic payment options available to customers
o We increased our electronic payers by 5.5% in 2023
0 74.8% of our accounts are now paying electronically, up from 71.2% last year
• Increased the number of paperless customers by 14.5%, to a total of 1,696
Payroll
• Issued 345 W2s compared to 374 in 2022
• Total gross wages paid was $8,747,852 compared to $8,355,847 in 2022
• Hired and terminated 105 summer seasonal employees compared to 116 in 2022
Insurance
The City's insurance policies are administered by the finance department. Other than a few exceptions, the
City's policies are with the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT). LMCTT is a self-insurance
pool of cities, formed to meet the specific coverage and risk management needs of cities. The coverage
included in the City's policies are property, crime, bond and petrofund, automobile damage and liability,
equipment breakdown, municipal liability, liquor liability, volunteer accident coverage and workers'
compensation. The finance staff processes loss claims, premium payments, deductible payments, and
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coordinates the insurance renewal process each year. Human resource staff processes workers'
compensation claims. LMCIT requires that cities retain a representing insurance agency. The City's agent
is Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AJG), whose staff is extremely helpful in analyzing the City's coverage and
explaining areas where the City may have increased or decreased liability/risk. AJG also serves as the
liaison between the City and LMCIT's underwriters for renewals and questions related to coverage or
claims.
The City also administers the insurance coverage for the HATS Facility through LMCIT and AJG. The
facility, which is co -owned by the State, County and City, consists of five buildings. Two buildings are
shared by all three entities for office space, a mechanics bay and salt storage. The other three buildings
are separately owned by each entity for equipment storage. This policy includes property coverage only for
the two, shared buildings. The individually owned storage buildings are insured separately by the
applicable entity's own insurance coverage. This policy also covers crime, petrofund and some minor
shared equipment.
The City's LMCIT policy has automatic builders risk coverage for building projects with total estimated cost
less than $3,000,000. For projects estimated to exceed $3,000,000, finance staff must procure a separate
policy, with AJG's assistance, through another insurance provider prior to the start of construction. Upon
completion of the new Police Facility in June 2023, Finance worked with AJG to discontinue the builder's risk
policy and bring that facility onto the City's property policy with LMCIT. A separate flood coverage policy
that was in place throughout the PD construction project will continue since it sits within the 100-year
floodpiain.
The City has two other insurance policies for specialized facilities not normally covered by LMCIT. The solar
array located at the Wastewater Treatment Facility has a policy through The Hartford, which covers
equipment damage and breakdown. The City also has a policy for the municipal airport through Old
Republic Insurance Co, which includes coverage for liability, property, and terrorism.
Banking and Investments
City monies are deposited locally at Citizen's Bank, with several accounts to manage our various operations.
We maintain cash balances sufficient to address our working capital needs and capital improvement
projects, with idle cash invested in various options as highlighted below. Several large projects over the
past two years resulted in having more liquid cash to pay the various contractors and essentially have funds
available for contingencies. With those projects complete, Finance was able to invest additional monies,
taking advantage of the higher rates to increase future investment earnings. The City's bank balances
above the FDIC limit of $250,000 are protected by pledged securities held by the bank, with those
securities monitored on a monthly basis by both the bank and Finance staff.
Finance staff strives to maximize investment income by actively managing the City's cash. We maintain a
portfolio with our investment custodian (Oppenheimer & Co.) consisting of Certificates of Deposit, Municipal
bonds, and Federal Agency bonds. We also maintain a money market account at Citizen's Bank that yields
a rate that is .40% below the six-month Treasury rate. Investment yields continued at higher rates
throughout 2023, driven by four increases to the federal lending rate after seven rate increases in 2022.
The federal rate ended the year at 5.50%, up from 4.50% in December 2022 and 0.25% in December
2021. Finance was able to reinvest $6,240,000 during the year for an average annual return of 4.5%. For
comparison purposes, investments that matured in 2023 had an average annual return of 2.6%.
Investment rates stabilized in late 2023 and actually decreased in the last quarter. The 5-year Treasury
peaked at 4.95% in October and finished the year at 3.84%, down over 1.1%. The federal lending rate is
expected to decrease to the mid 4% range by the end of 2024 which will result in lower yields on monies
invested during the year.
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The table below shows the result of increasing investment rates over the past year. Overall, the City
earned an additional $601,061 when compared to 2022, with the General fund receiving an additional
$119,828, Earnings should be somewhat stable over the next few years but will slowly decrease if rates
continue to come down.
Annual Investment Earnings
12/31/2022
12/31/2023
Change
Investment Account
$372,716
$609,480
$236,765
Citizen's Bank
$281,985
$711,277
$429,292
Total
$654,700
$1,320,757
$666,057
General Fund
$131,172
$265,828
$134,657
Budget
$80,000
$80,000
$0
Budget Surplus
$51,172
$185,828
$134,667
Debt Issuance and Debt Management
The City annually issues General Obligation Special Assessment bonds to finance street and utility
infrastructure improvements. Finance staff works closely with Engineering and the Resource Allocation
Committee to determine the appropriate bond issuance amount to finance the estimated project costs.
Finance consults with its financial advisor, Ehlers & Associates, while structuring the debt to fit within the
parameters of the City's Debt Management Plan. Finance, with the assistance of Ehlers, holds a bond
rating phone call with Standard & Poor's (S&P) prior to each year's bond issuance. The purpose of the call
is to discuss the bonded projects in addition to the City's policies, financial health and economic outlook in
order for S&P to determine the City's bond rating. The City's current bond rating of AA- has been
reaffirmed by S&P for several years and is likely the highest rating we can attain. The bond rating is an
important factor used by potential investors in assessing the risk related to the City's ability to pay its debts.
Financial Reporting
Finance staff annually prepares two major documents related to the City's finances. The first and perhaps
most important document is the annual budget. Finance coordinates the budgeting process in accordance
with the City Administrator's calendar and direction. Five budgets are created throughout the year:
• Initial budget — late May
• Department budget — July/August
• Preliminary budget — September
• Truth in Taxation budget — early December
• Final Approved budget — end of December
The initial budget consists of the same revenue and expense levels as the previous year's budget with the
exception of updated assumptions for wage and benefit increases. Any one-time budget amounts are
removed. Departments use the initial budget to work through their operating needs and submit a
Department budget back to finance. Finance and the City Administrator review and meet with departments
to discuss budgetary needs. Any changes are reflected in the Preliminary budget which is used to certify
preliminary tax levies to the county auditor by September 30. Further discussion with departments occur
after the preliminary budget in order to produce a budget that falls within the parameters directed by city
council. That budget is presented at the annual truth in taxation (TNT) public hearing. The final budget,
which may include revisions from the TNT budget, is approved by council in December. Final tax levies are
certified to the county by the end of December.
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The second major finance document is the annual audited financial report. Finance begins planning and
performing initial audit work in December of each year. The process continues through the end of March,
leading up to the auditor fieldwork in early April. The audit report itself is produced by the auditors in early
June, with review performed by the lead auditor, the audit firm's partner and city staff. We are required to
submit the audit report to the State Auditor by June 30 of each year. We are also required to publish
summary audited financial statements in the local newspaper by the end of July.
Financial reporting to the State for the City's tax increment financing (TIF) districts is required by July 31.
We contract with Ehlers & Associates to prepare the reports based on data provided by Finance, which can
be a complex process. Finance staff ensures that the audited financial statements for the TIF districts are
complete and accurate. Finance also performs a thorough review of Ehlers reports prior to the data being
transmitted to the State Auditor. Fees charged by Ehlers are paid by the TIF districts, utilizing 10% of the
TIF revenue that can be dedicated to administrative costs, per State statute.
Other important reporting functions include the financial and investment reports provided to city council on
a monthly basis, the five-year capital improvement plan and the fee schedule. S&P and the city's auditors
confirm each year that these reports are being provided to the city council.
2024 Finance Department Goals
1) Financing the 2024 roadway and infrastructure improvements including potential funding for
housing developments.
2) Compile a document containing the various bonding alternatives that cities are allowed to use,
including types of projects each bonding type can finance.
3) Continue to analyze and structure the funding of the EDA's Franklin Street project
4) Close-out the Police Facility project, including funding the shortfall with other city monies.
5) Compile the sales tax refund request and submit to the State related to the police facility project.
Estimated refund of $220,000.
6) Complete the conversion to Caselle software, with Utility Billing the main focus in February/March.
Staff learning the system and becoming proficient is critical.
7) Work with Public Works staff in completing the first year of residential water meter replacements.
8) Work with IT to incorporate LaserFiche into the storage of Accounts Payable and Cash Receipt
images for greater efficiencies than through our accounting software
9) Work with PRCE and IT for credit card payments at recreational sites and Creekside. This will help
with customer convenience and to reduce the City's risk of cash loss.
10) Look for cost effective software options for tracking the city's fleet and maintenance costs.
11) Continue to look for process efficiencies and budgetary savings.
12) Receive the GFOA's Certification of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 2023
audit report
13) Receive an unmodified (clean) opinion from the City's independent auditors for the 2023 financial
statements
14) Reaffirm the City's AA- bond rating
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Fire Department
Accomplishments
-Worked on more projects at our training facility to improve usage for our Firefighters as well as
other Regional Fire Departments that utilize the space. We completed the window and siding
project on our search and rescue house and made some final improvements to our storage and
burn training containers.
-Completed phase one of the parking lot project (north side of station) which included all the
underground work such as drainage and natural gas and utilities work. We are planning on
phase 2 being completed in 2024/2025. We've continued working closely with our neighbors to
the north to ensure we improve the space for all.
-Took delivery, installed, and trained on all new 800mhz radio communications equipment for
us and the entire county.
-Our fire station served as the host regional location for about twenty new FF recruits from
neighboring towns to receive their FFI, FFI I and Hazmat initial training.
-The four newly hired recruits completed all of their FFI-FFI I, Hazmat and Emergency Medical
Responder (EMR) training. They passed their tests, received state certifications, and had their
badges pinned at a ceremony in November 2023. They have now had the reigns loosened and
they are performing well!
-Summer duty crews (from Memorial Day to Labor Day) continued with great success.
-Multiple firefighters attended regional and state outside schooling focusing on job proficiency,
learning new skills, and focusing on professional development.
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-Utilizing a generous donation, we replaced our older Hydraulic Auto -Extrication equipment in
our first out Engine with battery -operated Holmatro tools. These new tools provide unparalleled
speed, cutting/spreading power compared to their predecessors.
-Summer duty crews (from Memorial Day to Labor Day) continued with great success.
-Multiple firefighters attended regional and state outside schooling focusing on job proficiency,
learning new skills, and focusing on professional development.
-Started working on a project to completely overhaul our Standard Operating Guidelines and
Policies. We are focusing on updating, modernizing, and creating easier digital options for all
firefighters to review them.
Expanded and improved our annual competency testing and air consumption testing nights
with additional drills, stations, and activities to mirror real world fire ground activities.
-UTV off -road rescue/wildland firefighting unit committee was formed and began researching
and creating the specs for the machine we hope to take delivery of in 2024.
-Working with HPD and City staff we started the initial planning for project prioritization of the
recently available public safety funding.
-Decommissioned and sold the 2013 Dodge Durango.
-Decommissioned and sold the 2010 Holmatro hydraulic auto -extrication tools.
-Sold a used set of tires that were previously installed on Tanker 6.
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-Now that Fireman's Park has opened, the committee worked on the finishing touches and
improvements, expanding the shelter with new roof steel, prep work for bench seating and
other small details. We received a joint award from the MRPA for the collaborative effort
between the City Parks Dept. and the HFD to complete Fireman's Park.
-The Ladder truck committee went down to Indianapolis to attend the FDIC vendor show.
-Continued with heavy involvement in the McLeod County Chiefs Association.
-Conducted a joint training, security threat event at the Hutchinson Health Hospital with our law
enforcement and EMS partners.
-As a Regional Director for the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association I was honored to attend
an all expenses paid Fire Chiefs forum at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
headquarters in Quincy, Massachusetts, representing the Fire Chiefs of Minnesota.
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-We took delivery and outfitted a new fire command vehicle which is a Hybrid Ford Interceptor.
This vehicle replaced a 2013 Dodge Durango that had been in service for 10 years.
-Focusing on health and wellness, we had a wonderful young lady named Sophina share her
story and provide us with mental health challenge coins to help protect us.
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-Completed all annual requirements to maintain Firefighter licensing and certification. Worked
with our medical training partner (Allina) to keep up with all EMS continuing education needs.
-Conducted annual Firefighter physicals, blood tests, EKG, pulmonary function, SCBA and N95
fit testing along with all other health and safety requirements.
-Completed annual testing, certification and required maintenance on all apparatus, breathing
air compressor, SCBA packs, and small/tools equipment.
-Continued annual replacement of PPE/gear to stay ahead of minimum NFPA requirements.
Finished the replacement of all fire helmets as required by the NFPA utilizing a two-year phase
in model.
-Continued using hybrid and online training whenever possible to improve our training delivery
methods to all of our Firefighters.
-Continued supporting and helping to educate the community on usage of the burn permit
system that went live in 2022. The Townships, McLeod County and the MN DNR helped to
develop this new, simple, and free system and it has been working well.
Operational Data
Emergency Call Breakdown
Year
2013
1 2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
FIRE-
28
20
42
40
41
33
27
47
57
35
28
General
FIRE-
12
14
12
16
19
17
7
12
11
8
18
Structure
Rescues&
23
47
46
75
81
69
70
74
81
71
73
MVA
Medicals
109
124
12S
156
167
170
155
155
178
190
213
Alarms &
97
116
105
92
83
91
70
85
63
90
85
Sprinklers
Hazardous
73
93
87
78
89
64
95
67
60
60
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Condition
Other
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1 51
50
48
52
1 48
39
44 1
48
43
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Emergency Calls Total
Year
1 1990
2000
2010
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
1 2022
2023
City
156
215
319
342
348
307
318
332
318
318
350
Rural
76
132
117
163
184
185
145
152
180
179
167
Total
232
347
436
505
532
492
463
484
498
497
517
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Structure and General Fires
Year
2001
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
General
50
34
54
56
60
50
34
59
68
43
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Fires
Firefiehter Injuries (per OSHA)
Year
1 2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
1 2021
2022
2023
Injuries
1 4
0
1
0
2
2
1
4
1 1
1
3
Fire Event Fatalities
Year j
VV&
4 - 201Q j
200
`, P-°` t
_
I-
-00
Fatalities
1 *3
1 0
1
0
2
0
0
Response Time (Alarm to Truck Out the Door for All Full Page Out Calls)
Year
2013
2014 1
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
1 2021
2022
2023
Time
1 3:24
3:58
1 4:27
5:06
5:33
6:10
5:50
5:39 1
5:17
5:21
5:18
Officer Only Calls (*Indicates Hourly Pav Multiplier Increase)
Year
2013
2014
2015
*2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
*2022
2023
Number
of Calls
106
149
143
156
161
130
130
135
126
123
101
Dollars
$19,292
$27,118
$26,026
$30,576
$31,564
$25,480
$25,480
$26,460
$24,696
$27,675
$22,725
Saved
Hours
1,590
2,235
2,145
2,340
2,415
1,950
1,950
2,025
1,890
1,845
1,515
Saved
Total Emergency Calls
163 184
117 -
185 145 152 Asia 179
13#
76 319 342 348 307 318 332 318 318 350
215
1Sb
1990 2000 2010 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
City Rural
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Emergency Call Type
■ FIRE- General ■FIRE- Structure ■ Rescues & MVA ■ Medicals
■ Alarms & Sprinklers - Hazardous Condition ■ other
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1
2013
2014
2015
2016
a "
2017 2018 2019 2020
Ifni I I. I 111
2021 2022 202:.
Estimated Pro er v Value Sa ved • $12,906,1 00 Lives Saved: 3
Property Value Lost: $1,244,800
Emergency Call Hours: City- 3,755 Rural- 2,622
Total Training H� 3,555 Total Training Events: 62
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Public Relations and Fire Safety Education
We hosted multiple tours and education events at the fire station as well as on location at
businesses and schools as requested.
We appreciate the relationship we have with the Hutchinson Schools and conducted our first
fire safety education for the 2nd graders at the New Tiger Elementary School. We also
conducted fire safety education for the kindergartners at the West Elementary School as
normal. Several early childhood and preschool classes were also provided with a fire safety
education message.
49 Public Relations Events / 728 Hours
9 Fire Safety Education Events / 141 Hours
1, 702 Total Students
Inspections and Permits
-2023 remained similar to the previous year and we inspected living units (apartments, rentals,
etc.) in a joint effort with the City Building Dept. Businesses and commercial buildings were
inspected for fire safety concerns and basic code compliance as time allowed.
-Daycare and Foster Care facilties were inspected as requested through our partnership with
the county/state (approx 19) and all new and remodeled construction (commercial properties)
were inspected to ensure proper installation and operations of fire alarm and sprinkler systems
(approx 68).
-Building plan reviews were also conducted jointly with the City of Hutchinson Building
Department.
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Goals for 2024
-Continue our firefighter health and safety initiative by making facility and equipment
improvements as needed and also focusing on personal health and well-being.
-Ensure timely replacement of PPE items as needed to ensure NFPA compliance.
-Proactively conduct maintenance and upgrades to all apparatus and analyze future CIP needs.
-Work through the details and make appropriate plans for the public safety funding projects.
-Finalize specs and prep for purchase, delivery, outfitting and training on a new UTV off -road
rescue/wildland firefighting unit.
-Utilize grant opportunities to help offset cost for a new UTV.
-The committee will continue evaluating and planning for the replacement of the Ladder Truck.
-Host our first regional one day hands on one day training school at our training site utilizing
instructors from multiple agencies.
-Conduct a detailed evaluation of staffing needs for the next five years and beyond. Focusing
on daytime emergency response needs, fire safety -education delivery and an expanded
commercial fire safety inspection program.
-Begin talks and planning with MCSO for streamlining and prioritizing resource needs ... the
correct size response for emergent and routine call needs.
-Work with City Engineering department on final plans for phase two of the north parking lot.
Complete the last finishing touches on the
Fireman's Park project.
-Create an "Assistant Lieutenant" rotating
officer position.
-Expand on technology upgrades where
possible for apparatus, tools and training.
-Conduct training using alternative delivery
models, hybrid and staggered start models.
-Continue with summer duty crews.
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-Expand commercial fire safety inspection
program.
-Conduct a Firefighter hiring in the fall.
- Continue training on new armor vests and
protocols with HPD, MCSO and Allina.
- Complete the thorough review and update
to the current SOG/policies system.
-Hold more frequent officer level/leadership
training.
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'ehicle Maintenance
Cost / Mileage / Hours Measurement
ehide 2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
Ladder 1
$10,624
$1,136
$5.469
$6,895
$12,128
$1,845
$8,198
2001 Pierce
Utility 3
$2,631
$402
$2,744
$487
$538
$7,691
$1,097
2002 Ford CC
Engine 2
$1,496
$2,742
$2,048
$3,348
$11,299
$3,204
2016
$7,530
Rosenbauer
Tanker 4
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
New i' $0
$518
2021
$1,212
International
Tanker 6
$1,570
$1,949
$8,783
$3,773
$24.860
$703
1996
$5,922
International
Engine 7
$7,133
$8,414
$1,362
$6,334
$5,700
$7,192
$790
2008 General
Rescue 8
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
New /
$2
$336
2021 Chevy CC
Ranger
$0
$72
$0
$18
$4,569
$70
$2,512
Polaris 6A
Chief 1-new
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
New / $0
2023 Ford Intc.
Chief 1
r'_',[if'?
$722
$2,228
$311
$2,098
$2,587
2013 Dodge
$739
Dr .
Command
$154
$73
$81
$1,696
$1,258
$921
$1,072
2017 Ford Intc.
Vehicle
2017 Miles
2018 Miles
2019 Miles
2020 Miles
2021 Miles
2022 Miles
2023 Miles
/ Hours
I Hours
1 Hours
I Hours
/ Hours
/ Hours
/ Hours
Ladder 1
694 91
434 / 60
410 / 71
729 / 65
461 / 84
492 ' 58
686 / 106
Utility 3
2,031
1,656
1,435
1,536
1,785
1,842
1,827
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Engine 2
1,989 / 135
2,462 / 144
2,325 / 158
3,086 / 209
3,543 / 210
2,649 / 168
2,616 / 163
Tanker 4
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
2,6351134
696 / 73
Tanker 6
516 / 39
423 / 45
317 / 30
944 / 80
215 / 22
200 / 21
271 / 18
Engine 7
1,7201113
1,388 / 88
957 / 85
1,440 / 87
2217 / 130
1,434190
1,469 / 98
Utility 3
2,031
1,656
1,435
1,536
1,785
1,842
1,827
Rescue 8
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
2,010 / 121
1,755 / 118
Polaris (6x6)
10 hrs
10 hrs
11 hrs
12 hrs
19 hrs
6 hrs
19 hrs
Dodge
Durango
8,496 / 681
7,0401630
7,430 /655
6,8681585
8,530 / 660
8,8251712
6,590 / 572
2023 Ford
Intc.
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
3,305 / 85
2017 Ford
Intc.
9,448 / 697
8,827 / 691
9,806 ,1680
9,104 / 631
9,548 / 628
10,160 /
908
11,494 /
726
Major Capital Improvement Schedule
15+ Year Equipment Replacement Plan (2024 estimates)
Vehicle
Description / Code
Madal
Year
Replace
Year
Tout
Mites
Total
Hours
Orlonal
Cast
Estfrroted
Re lacemetlt Casa.
Ladder 1
Pierce. 100' Aerial Ladder
2001
2026
14,541
2,205
$730.000
$2.4 mil replace
Chief 1
Ford Interceptor (new)
2023
2033
3,305
85
$52,000
$68,000
Command
Ford Interceptor
2017
2027
70,637
5,056
$38,000
$561000
HERT Trailer
Hazardous Material Trailer
2000
2024
-
$6,000
$9,000
.T' 4
Midwest Fire, Tanker 3000
2021
204fi
1 3,331
1 207
$265,000
$530,000
"6
International. Tanker 3000
1996
2031
13,947
1 1,248
1 $77.912
$400.000
Rosenbauer, Engine/Pumper
2016
2036
19,911
1 1,260
$579,000
$1,200,000
Rosenbauer, Engine/Pumper.
2008
1 2028
t 32,702
1__L9_0rsj
$321,955
$850,000
Ford, F350 pickup
2002
1 2032
34,008
1 -
1 $33,164
$80,000
Chevy, 350OHD Med/gras3 Pig
2021
2041
3,765
1 239
$iO4,000
$250,000
Polaris 6 Wheeler w/skid
2001
2024
-
252
$17,752
no skid $29,800
Inflatable w/25hp Yamaha
2007
2032
-
-
$5.961
boat only $5,000
Metal Ice Boat
1998
-
-
$300
Do Not Replace
Med. Trailer
Mass Casualty Trailer'
2004
-
-
-
-
NIA
'Owned by private health care group and housed by HFD
City Owned vehicle
Rural Owned vehicle
Shared 50/50 vehicle
Note: Estimated replacement cost is speculative assuming a 3-6% annual inflation rate and/or current market analysis.
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Primary Services
We will continue to delivery professional, consistent emergency response. Community fire
safety education will remain one of our cornerstone programs. Utilizing technology and
analytics, we will strive to make improvements to our operations whenever and wherever
possible. High quality and frequent training will continue ensuring Firefighter proficiency in all
duties. Firefighter health and safety is, and will continue to be, our #1 priority.
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Hutchinson Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Executive Summary:
The Hutchinson HRA (HHRA) is a public body politic formed by the Hutchinson City Council in
1969 according to MN State Statue. The HHRA was created to address a shortage of housing for
low to moderate income families and to address substandard areas in Hutchinson. The HHRA owns
and manages Park Towers Apartments. In addition, the HHRA administered other housing rehab
programs throughout the city to preserve housing stock and improve neighborhoods. Yearly the
HHRA collects housing data to help identify changing community housing needs and then
administer/develop housing programs that will provide a positive impact on the community.
2023 Hutchinson Yearly Comparisons:
• Low Apartment Vacancy Rates
• Median Home Sale of $246,250
Home mortgage interest rates hit a 2-decade high
20 Single-family new construction units
• 18 Multifamily new construction units (started construction)
• 4 Foreclosures
Summary of HHRA Activities and Accomplishments:
Park Towers:
• 16 move -ins, and 13 move -outs in 2023
• Updated/Repaired/Installed: updated the security camera system, replaced the laundry
room exhaust motor, multiple boiler system repairs, 7"' floor Fireside room Mini Split
replacement, repaired water softener system, installed a mail room parcel cabinet system,
installed vinyl planking in 11 units, installed water saver power flush toilets in 11 units,
replaced 1 H/C unit range, replaced 1 refrigerator, replaced 2 A/C units, installed 57 Federal
Pacific Electric Panels
City Center:
4 City Home Improvement Program Grants (TIF) (5 approved in 2022 but completed in
2023)
• Began the 1831 Island View Circle Home Move Project: CUP process, multiple contractor
bidding, awards of contracts, applied for City permits, Notice to Proceeds issued,
construction started in late fall 2023.
HHRA Priorities:
• Staff training
• Marketing of available HHRA programs
• Implement HUD Multifamily, Section 8 Project Based Rental Assistance Program (PBRA)
policy changes at Park Towers
• Continue with asset preservation and energy conservation improvements at Park Towers
• Continue to administer City Home Improvement Program Grants and Minnesota Housings
Home Improvement Programs
• Explore the availability of housing programs and projects that will address identified housing
needs of Hutchinson
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Hutchinson Yearly Comparisons
Rental Data from the December 2023 Apartment Survey:
Market Rate General Occupancy Vacancy Rate
16.00%
14.00%
12.00%
10.00%
8.00%
G.00%
4.00%
2.00%
0.00%
10.00%
8.00%
6.00%
4.00%
2.00%
0.00%
14.90%
10.31%
9'00 7.54% 8.38%
4.D7% 4.08% 3.60
2.12% 76% 1.7 1.83%
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* July/Aug. 2022 Survey of 30 General Occupancy properties of 12 or more units.
Hutchinson 2023 Vacancy Rates
8.95 %
2023 Vacancy Rates
■ Market Rate General
Occupancy (860 units)
■ Subsidized (Non Market
Rate) General Occupancy
(283 units)
■ Senior Rental Housing
Market Rate (190 units)
Home Resales Data from McLeod County Assessor's Office:
Home Resales
City of Hutchinson
imt th.,,-h')ml
Average Hutchinson
Rents*
Studio
$486
1 Bedroom
$731
2 Bedroom
$866
3 Bedroom
$983
* October 2023 Survey.
Year
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
Price Range
No.
Pct.
No.
Pct.
No.
PcL
No.
Pct.
No.
Pd,
No.
Pct.
No.
Pct.
No.
Pct.
No.
Pct.
No.
Pct.
No.
PcL
No.
Pct.
No.
Pct.
Under$50,000
2
0.8%
2
0.7%
4
1.1%
7
2.0%
1
0.3%
7
1.9%
9
2.7%
10
3.0%
15
4.2%
18
5.7%
29
10.2%
44
15.3%
30
12.4%
$50,000 to $74,999
3
1.1%
4
1.3%
5
1.3%
10
2.9%
5
1.6%
11
3.1%
10
3.0%
15
4.6%
26
7.3%
17
5.4%
35
12.3%
33
11.5%
31
12.8%
$75,000 to $99,999
11
4.2%
11
3.7%
13
3.5%
10
2.9%
H
2.5%
15
4.2%
22
6.6%
38
HIM
39
11.0%
34
10.H%
36
12.7%
62
21.6%
46
19.0%
$100,000 to $124,999
6
2.3%
1
2.3%
10
2.7%
19
5.5%
27
8.6%
46
12.8%
46
13.8%
54
16.4%
58
16.3%
59
18.7%
49
17.3%
52
18.1%
48
19.8%
$125,000 to $149,999
7
2.7%
12
4.0%
29
7.8%
49
14.4%
50
15.9%
67
18.7%
70
21.0%
76
23.1%
68
19.1%
68
21.5%
59
20.8%
41
14.3%
33
13.6%
$150,000 to $174,999
12
4.5%
21
7.0%
34
9.1%
51
14.9%
64
2C.3%
70
19.5%
73
21.9%
55
16.7%
60
16.9%
51
16.1%
29
10.2%
16
5.6%
22
9.2%
$175,000 to 199,999
22
8.3%
30
10.0%
58
15.5%
1 55
16.0%
59
18.7%
55
15.3%
39
11.8%
23
7.0%
27
7.6%
6.6%
16
5.6%
13
4.5%
9
3.7%
$200,000+
201
76.1%
212
70.9%
220
59..
142
41.4%
1A1
32.1%
88
24.5%
64
19.2%
58
176%
63
17.7%
1211
481
15.2%1
311
10.9%
26
9.1%
23
9.5%
Total
1264rI00.0%
299
100.0%
373
100.0%
13431100.0%1315
100.0%
359
100.0%
333
100.0%
13291100-0%13561
1KO%j
316
100.0%
284
100.0%
287
100.0%
242
100.0%
Median 1 $24,250 1 $244,000 1 $215,400 1 $186,000 1 $05,000 1 $161,900 1 $153,500 1 $140,000 1 $138,750 I $13a,500 1 $121,Oo0 1 $101,400 $109,950
Sources: Mcleod County Assessors Office
2023 Hutchinson Home Sale Price Ranges
1.9
0.8 ; Qj
r-i
■ Under $50,000 = .8%
• $50,000 to 74,999 = 1.1%
■ $75,000 to 99,999 = 4.2%
$100,000 to 124,999 = 2.3%
■ $125,000 to 149,999 = 2.7%
■ $150,000 to 174,999 =4.5%
■ $175,000 to 199,999 = 8.3%
■ $200,000 to 224,999 = 14.4%
■ $225,000 to 249,999 =12.5%
■ $250,000 to 274,999 = 11.4%
■ $275,000 to 299,999 = 9.8%
■ $300,000 to 399,999 = 17.8%
■ $400,000 to 499,999 = 8.3%
$500,000 plus =1.9%
$300,000.00 Hutchinson Median Sales Price
$246,250.00
$244,000.00
$250,000.00 -
$200,000.00 s6,0og��s,000.oa
$161,goo 0pp
�j153,500.00
$iao,0005olo�s,�so
$150,000.00 y s,s00.00 ^^^ $121,600.00
$100,000.00
$50,000.00
2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Year End Hutchinson Home Resales Data from the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors:
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
Median Sales Price
$261,750
$262,900
$236,250
$200,000
$181,000
$170,000
$161,000
# of Sales
236
265
317
324
315
330
318
• 10.9% less home sales in 2023 than in 2022.
■ 38 days on the market in 2023 vs. 27 in 2022.
2023 Home Mortgage Rates:
Early in 2023, the 30-year fixed home mortgage rate was 6.48% and ended at 6.61 % according to
Freddiemac.com.
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New Construction Units (the fumwtng 3 charts are based on information from the Department of Planning, Zoning and Building Department):
frt t7
0
Number of New Constnmetion Single-Familv Dwellim, Units
80
58
60
32 3436 35
40
30 27
23
233
24 20
19 20
20
12
1
4 7 4 5
11
0
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 20112012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 20212022 2023
1994
Ridgedale
Square
2022 2023
101 Park Michel Ct
Place Apts. NW
Number of Certificate of Occupancy for General Occupancy Multi -Family Dwelling Units
1996 1999 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2021
Deer Park Century Highfield Highfield Highfield Century Century Highfield
Court TH Court West Court West
East
Residential Lots Available
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Lot Inventory (mfataaltun bout We Mpattmeul ofPlatutttrg Zurn li and Bruidakg ➢epulrueu )
• 88 vacant lots currently in Hutchinson
• Approximately 15 of these appear to be bought with the purpose ofhaving a "double IoV and aren't really available for development at this tune.
Approximately 50 lots are owned by builders/developers,
• Another 23 lots are owned by individuals that may or may not be looking to sell.
• Planning Commission just recommended approval of an additional 13 lots near Northwoods Park
Appsara to be about a 3-ycar supply of lots available for development
Hutchinson Foreclosures:
250
200
200
159
150 142
100
50
0 2 °
0
-50
McLeod County and Hutchinson McLeod County
Hutchinson
18 �1 .7 14 53 2�0 114
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
'In 2020 there was a Moratorium on all pending and future foreclosures when the foreclosure arises out of a substantial decrease in income or substantial out ofpocket
medical expenses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, or any local, state, or federal governmental response to COVID-19 (State of Minnesota Emergency Executive Order
20-79)
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Summary of HHRA 2023 Accomplishments:
Park Towers Apartments Management - Multifamily, Section 8
Project Based Rental Assistance Program (PBR4).
Park Towers Property Manaaement
• 16 move -ins, and 13 move -outs and one transfer to a H/C
unit in 2023.
Reasons for move outs:
1
Abandoned unit
4
Death of sole family member
1
Owner initiated for nonpayment of rent
2
Owner initiated other than nonpayment of rent
5
Tenant initiated
• November 2023, annual unit inspections.
• Multiple staff trainings for changing & new HUD policies.
Asset Preservation, Property Improvements and Enemy Conservation
• Updated the security camera system.
• Replaced laundry room exhaust fan motor.
• Replaced the r floor Fireside room Mini Split.
• Boiler system (heat and water heater) repairs.
• Repaired water softener system.
• Installed 57 unit, Federal Pacific Electric Panels.
• Instituted a tenant text messaging system for snow removal and otter important messages for
the tenants.
Installed a mail room, secure parcel cabinet system.
• New vinyl planking was installed in 11 units at turns.
• Water saver power flush toilets were installed in 11 units to save water and reduce toilet plugs.
• 1 H/C unit range, 1 refrigerator, and 2 A/C units were replaced,
Tenant Demoaraphics
• Average age of head of household is 56.
0 46 Sixty-two or older
0 47 Disabled
• Income Categories:
0 27.5% Extremely Low (i.e. 1-person household $19,750 or less than)
0 71.4% Very Low (i.e. 1-person household $19,751 - $32,900)
0 1.1% Low (i.e. 1-person household $32,901 - $52,650)
Tenant Services
• Hosted National Night Out and a Christmas Dinner for the tenants.
• Park Towers continued as a Senior Dining Program Site through a lease with Lutheran Social
Services. Meals are prepared at the Evergreen Senior Dining kitchen, then delivered to Park
Towers Monday through Friday.
City Center Operations,
RZ
Operations:
Marketing all the Hutchinson HRA programs has been a priority.
Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Proarams Available:
1. City Home Improvement Program Grants (TIF): This program was added in 2015 as a flexible
tool for rehab of single-family, owner occupied housing throughout the city. It has multiple
divisions to target different community needs.
Program Division Accomplishments:
• City Home Repair Grant Program — 4 projects closed in 2023 (5 approved in 2022 but
completed in 2023)
Ten past city of Hutchinson Owner Occupied Rehab Program projects were completely forgiven
in 2023.
2. Minnesota Housing Rehab Loan Program (RLP) — Zero project in 2023 but 2 application
processed. One will be moving forward in 2024.
2023 Grants Approved
Address
Amount
Details of Project
Approved
Status
746 5th Ave SW
$ 10,000.00
City HILP
siding, soffit, fascia, gutters
4/18/2023
Complete 8/2/2023
555 Franklin St SW
$ 3,999.98
City HILP
replace furnance & a/c unit
7/18/2023
Complete 7/26/2023
705 Grove St SW
$ 5,075.00
City HILP
roof
10/17/2023
Waiting to complete
606 Main Street S
$ 2,875.00
1 City HILP
replace furnace
10/17/2023
Complete 11/20/2023
$ 21,949.98
Grants Closed in 2023 that were started in 2022
Address
Amount
Proiect
Details of Project
Approved
Status
625 Oak St NE
$ 10,000.00
City HILP
roof, siding, gutters
8/16/2022
Complete 11/16/23
32 Century Ave SE
$ 5,000.00
Live & Work
walls, subfloor, window, electrical
12/20/2022
Complete 2/14/2023
**
$ 2,962.50
City HILP
hvac, electrical
12/20/2022
Complete 2/14/2023
659 2nd Ave SW
$ 5,000.00
Live & Work
major repairs
9/20/2022
Completed 8/1/2023
**
$ 10,000.00
10ty HILP
major repairs
9/20/2022
Completed 8/1/2023
S 32,962.50
Rental Rehabilitation
Ongoing Annual Recertifications of other City of Hutchinson Rental Rehab Program projects.
House Move to Island View Heights Lot
_ The Hutchinson HRA moved a 2-bedroom, one -bathroom rambler
- that was donated by the City of Hutchinson/FDA to an HHRA
owned vacant lot. It has an unfinished full basement with egress
windows for expansion space. An attached two -stall garage was
added on to the home. The house is scheduled to be
completed spring 2024. The home is to be owner -occupied and will be sold to a
homebuyer that has a gross household income at or below the McLeod County Area
Median Income.
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Local Realtor 2024 Housing Market Predictions:
What do you see for the housing market for Hutchinson in 2024? I think the housing
market in 2024 will be very similar to 2023. I believe we will continue to see low inventory with
more buyer demand than seller demand. If rates improve it may bring more sellers Into the
market who are willing to give up there existing low rate to upgrade in to their next home.
What are the most influential factors affecting housing in Hutchinson? I think low
inventory and lack or affordable housing. The median sales price is $265k. This combined with
high rates is slowing overall sales
What do you think will happen to new housing construction in 2024? Hutchinson has
struggled for the past decade to effi&tively produce new affordable construction housing. Although
we've seen tremendous appreciation since 2012, It has not kept pace with new construction
costs I think this will still be the case. The vast majority of our new construction has been one -
level patio homes with cash buyers who are not dependent upon appraisals or influenced by the
elevated interest rate.
Local Mortgage Lender 2023 Housing Market Predictions:
What do you see for the Hutchinson housing market in 2023?
I think this year will bring a continuation of weak inventory and competition from buyers to win
purchase agreements Maybe slightly better than in the past couple years, but not much. There
continue to be more buyers than sellers Sellers have a lot of dynamics that are de -incensing
selling keeping their lower interest rate, the availability of remote work reduces the need to sel fty
to be near employment, buying the next house at a higher rate and higher price means choosing to
increase housing costs significantly. ... etc
What are the most influential factors affecting housing in Hutchinson?
The biggest issue facing most home buyers is affordability. Prices are high. Rates are
high. Incomes have not kept pace. And other areas of family life have affected the income
available for housing... namely gas and groceries (and car payments). Despite this, there continue
to be more buyers than sellers, which keeps demand high (and therefore home prices). This
dynamic is expected to continue through 2032 I am using MHFA for down payment assistance
more than I have in years to help people with down payment needs
What do you think will happen to new housing construction in 2023
I've seen an uptick in new construction demand.. and have seen more people look at new
construction as a way to get the home they want. New construction remains expensive to pursue,
but some buyers are frustrated with the in ventory a vailable to choose from, so are considering new
builds as a way to get the home they want. I think Hutchinson has used a portion of the available
lots we used to have a significant inventory of from 10 years ago or so. ... perhaps you know this
better than I. At one point there were in excess of 150 lots that were build ready in
Hutchinson. I think that number has dwindled over the past number of years
Do you think our community will benefit from any of Minnesota Housing new programs
or revised homebuyer programs?
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MHFA is offering anew incentive for "First in the Family history buyers For those buyers that will
be first in their historical family to buy a home, the state is offering an additional program. Im not
certain this will benefit many.. may be more valuable for marketing purposes than anything
else, we will see.
Hutchinson HRA Priorities for 2024:
Park Towers Avadments Management.,
• Administer the RAD Multifamily, Section 8 PBRA program at Park Towers.
• Staff training for RAD Multifamily, Section 8 PBRA program and new HUD program changes
such as AFFH rule, HOTMA, VAWA and NSPIRE inspections.
• Housing Specialist getting a Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry issued Special
Engineer boiler license.
• Continue to install vinyl planking and power flush water saver toilets at unit turns.
• Possible improvements: new door card entry system, roof repairs to the building & detached
garage, and common areas flooring replacement.
• Follow legislation that may require sprinklers in high rise residential buildings.
• Support the Tenant Council activities.
City Center Operations, Owner Occupied Rehab:
• Administer the City Home Improvement Grant Program (TIF available funds), Minnesota
Housing Rehab Loan Program and the Fix Up Fund Home Improvement Loan Program.
• Follow rollout of new State housing programs and determine interest/need in Hutchinson.
• Market available programs throughout the community.
• Identify and determine interest of potential SCDP owner occupied rehab project.
Cry Center Operations, SCDP Rental Rehab Program:
• Identify and determine interest of potential SCDP rental rehab projects.
City Center Operations, Housing Develapment
• Follow new innovative home building concepts, such as panel components and modular
systems.
• Explore other housing resources available to address the housing needs identified in the
Maxfield Comprehensive Housing Study/Market Analysis for the City of Hutchinson
o Determine best use of the HHRA Island View Heights lots.
December 31, 2022 (lousing Fund Balances
SCDP City Revolving Local Income Balance"
$197,502.36
SCDP City Revolving Program Income Balance"
$51,873.89
TIF Available Balance
$170,000.00
Total Funds Available:
$419,376.25
LIRA Notes Receivable 11HPOP
$9,245.56
Total Balance of HRA Loans Receivable
$9,245.56
"As of 9/30/2023 DEED Report
"Without access to housing, nothing else in your life works. Not your job, your health, your
education, or your family." Senator Tina Smith, March at Glance newsletter
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Human Resources
Primary Services
Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the human resources department
provides the following organizational development and services:
• Recruitment
• Compensation
• Benefit administration
Employment policies and laws
• Workers' compensation
Employee safety
• Labor relations
• Performance evaluations
• Organizational development
• Training and development
• Employee and Supervisor support
2023 Human Resources Staffing
1.875 Full-time Equivalent Staff — Human Resources Director and Human
Resources/Administrative Technician
Budget
The Human Resources budget is contained within the City Administration budget.
Alignment with Council CORE VALUES and OUTCOMES
The primary purpose of the Human Resources Department is to provide strategic management
of the City's workforce by giving information, support and consultation to internal customers to
assist them in delivering quality, cost effective City services to the public and accomplishing the
ends and outcomes identified by the City Council.
2023 Accomplishments
Completed 15 recruitment processes
o Compost Facility Maintenance Assistant
o Compost Forklift Operator
o Education & Outreach Coordinator (Creekside)
o Security Officer
o Park Towers Housing Specialist
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o Parks Maintenance Equipment Operator
o PT Liquor Sales Clerk (3)
o PT Police Officer
o PRCE Facility Maintenance Manager
o PT Planning/Building Technician
o Recreation Manager
o Utility Billing Specialist
o Wastewater Maintenance Operator
o Water Plant Operator (Internal)
o Parks Maintenance Lead Operator (Internal)
• Hired approximately 121 summer seasonal employees, 4 of which were prior retirees,
and 25 fall/winter seasonal employees.
With the assistance of the City benefits consultants - USI, navigated an increase with
Health Partners and offered new lines of coverage (short term disability and vision) to
employees.
o Completed Employee Benefits Survey and implemented the following changes:
New vacation accrual structure, new sick leave policy, new funeral leave policy
o Offered short term disability and vision insurance during open enrollment for
2023
o Offering more opportunities for benefit education
• Completed the City's Pay Equity Report, due every 3 years
• Implemented Earned Sick and Safe Time Leave (ESST) in conjunction with other paid
time off leave adjustments.
• Planned and hosted successful employee events, including the Summer Picnic and
Holiday Parry.
• Collaborated to ensure successful reduction in staff in Police Department in response to
Health Partners ending the agreement in place that made the local hospital security
guards employees of the city.
2023 Performance Measurement Monitoring Data
Consistent with the council's adopted governance statements, priority indicators follow:
Employee Efficiency
The department provides human resource services to all City employees and strives to assist
them in increasing productivity, and balancing resource constraints and increased demand for
services.
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POPULATION
PER EMPLOYEE
15,037
•.. 14,260
14,282
14,599
14,703
14,703
(est)
• 126
125
124
124
130
130
'113
114
118
118
114
116
' The employee numbers include full-time and regular part-time employee Full Time Equivalents (FTE) only, includes HRA
Employees. FTE's are not calculated for seasonal part-time staffing. The population is based on best available estimates
provided by the Minnesota State Demographer.
Employee Decision -Making
In order to accomplish the City's mission, employee involvement in the decision -making process
as well as employee feedback and participation is essential.
Employees participate in significant decision -making processes such as:
• Evaluation and selection of new employees
• Employee Wage Committee recommendations
• Employee benefit program provider and program selections
• Development of safety program components and safety program administrative
functions
City website and social media content
Leadership Team and Executive Team participation
2023 Benefit Survey
Cost of Employee Services
For 2024, Employee Expenses are estimated to cost $10,050,414 (67.5%), which includes all
wages, taxes, health insurance and other benefits, and PERA. For 2024, all Other Expenses are
estimated to cost $4,838,986 (32.5%). In comparison, 2023 actuals showed Employee
Expenses to cost $9,701,239 (68.1%) and Other Expenses to cost $4,554,451 (31.9%).
2024 Budgeted
Expenses
2.50%
57.5
Other Expenses
Employee
Expenses
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2023 Expenses
■ Other Expenses
Health Insurance
A portion of employee costs are for health insurance premiums. Each year, the City considers
vendor and plan design changes in order to keep premium costs low. Hutchinson maintains
premiums competitive with the market average, which results in a savings to both the City and
its employees.
The City was not in a position of power in 2023 as it was in 2022 and saw a premium increase
of approximately 25% for 2024. Much of this increase was due to the City's high utilization rate
and inability to pull claims data from the prior carrier, Medica. There was an attempt to market
our plan to other carriers, but many declined to quote and the carrier that did quote (BOBS)
was much higher than Health Partners.
2k 4k
3k 6k
2k 4k 3k 6k
2k 4k
3k 6k
• • $139.28
$131.85
$557.10 $527.42
$696.38
$659.27
• • • $383.01
$362.60
$1,532.03 $1,450.40
$1915.04
$1813.00
• $236.77
$224.15
$947.07 $896.61
$1183.84
$1120.76
$403.90
2k 4k
$382.38
3k 6k
$1,515.60 $1,529.51
2k 4k 31
$2019.50
4k
$1911.89
3k 6k
• <111.64
$105.67
$446.56
$422.68
$558.20
$528.35
• • • $307.01
• $189.79
$290.60
$179.65
$1,22-8.04
$759.16
$1,162.40
$718.60
$1,535.05
$948.95
$1,453.00
$898.25
$323.76
$306.46
$1,295.04
$1,225.84
51,618.80
$1,532.30
REGULAR EMPLOYEE
HEALTH
PLAN PARTICIPATION
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94
91
95 95 95
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...2%
84.7%
82.7%
82.7% 90.5% 90.5%
Labor Contracts
Two bargaining units represent two groups within the Hutchinson Police Department. Labor
contracts are negotiated and administered by the City and one contract has gone to arbitration
since the first unit was organized. 2023 brought another settled contract with the LELS Police
Sergeants for 2023-2025, as well as a wage reopener for the MNPEA Police Officers.
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Labor Measurements
REGULAR FULL TIME
AND REGULAR
PART TIME
RECRUITMENTS
2017*
2018 2019
2020*
2021* 2022*
2023**
# of
Recruitments
# of
Applications Mmmmmmm
Received
" Includes Hutchinson Utilities Commission and/or Hutchinson Redevelopment Authority position recruitments.
** Includes Hutchinson Redevelopment Authority position recruitments only
*81 applications were submitted for the Utility Billing Specialist position
ATTRITION
%
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023**
* Attrition ' '
MMMMMM
Full Time
Employee
Attrition °%
'
" Includes full-time and regular part-time employees and no seasonal/temporary employees.
** Hospital security is included in these numbers
2023 Employee Retirements:
• Mary Haugen — PRCE Facilities
• John McRaith — Recreation Coordinator
• Virgene Shellenbarger
108 years of experience!
The 2024 human resources department budget allows for continued services including:
Negotiation of new labor contracts with the Police Officer groups.
• Annual employee insurance renewals.
• Employee benefits initiatives, led by employee benefit survey.
• Personnel policy review and updates.
Updates to Drug and Alcohol Testing policy and other related policies/procedures.
• Explore performance review options for future implementation
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Information Technology
Primary Services
Under leadership from the Information Technology Director, the Information Technology (IT)
Department is responsible for most technology systems across all City departments including
Hutchinson Utilities. The range of items supported is technologically diverse and includes:
• Retail Point of Sale systems (Liquor Hutch)
• Manufacturing process software (Creekside)
• Law Enforcement applications with strict security standards imposed by the FBI
• Electrical Generation systems (Hutchinson Utilities Production)
Mobile work systems (Field Crews)
• Network Architecture for Electric, Gas, Water and Waste Water SCADA systems
• General Government applications
• Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) phone systems and related contracts
• Radio Systems for Emergency Services. (IT supports the network, server and
workstations)
• Cell phones and related contracts
• Cyber Security
Managing, supporting & expanding, when appropriate, City owned fiber optic network.
(Hutchinson is unique in that the City owns, manages, and leases fiber to other entities)
• We are available 24x7 to support law enforcement, Liquor Hutch and Hutchinson
Utilities.
Manage 50+ yearly software contracts
Web page management and upkeep
• Credit Card Processing & Security
• PD Body camera support for PD & Legal
• 55 Security Cameras throughout City Buildings and Parks
• GIS
2023 Information Technology Budget
General Operating: $584,601
Revenue: $'139,981
Water: $26,971
Waste Water: $27,063
Liquor Hutch: $12,287
EDA: $8,575
HRA: $7,983
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Creekside: $19,218
HUC: $242,703
Total Managed Budget $929,401
Staffing
3.5 Full -Time Equivalent Staff including GIS
2023 Narrative
The IT industry is ever changing and Cyber Security continues to be the top issue. Much of our
time is focused on network security to protect employees and customers. Day to day support
end user tends to demand the majority of our time, which is a good indicator of how
technologically sophisticated the City has become. All departments embrace technology in an
effort to create efficiencies and increase service to the public.
2023 Accomplishments
• New network segment for the Police Department
• Moved Police and Motor Vehicle Staff to new building
• New Video Surveillance system
• Final configuration of the new firewall
• Continued automation for desktop setup and rebuilds
• Desktop and network security upkeep.
• Started a new service with LaGIS for Cyber Security
IT Systems and Devices
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
Desktop Computers Mobile Devices
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Phones: Desk and IoT and Network
Mobile Devices
2024 Information Technology Budget
General Operating: $619,744
Revenue. $146,.940
Water: $29,721
Waste Water: $33,626
Liquor Hutch: $6,662
EDA: $8,418
HRA: $8,504
Creekside: $14,492
HUC: $246,814
Total Managed Budget $967,981
Looking Forward to 2024
LOADING ....
With the completion of the new PD, 2024 shapes up to be a year to catch up on other projects.
We are looking forward to completing smaller projects to clean up the network, add efficiencies,
and prep for the conversion to M365.
Other Items for 2024:
• Year two of Security as a Service from LOGIS
• Upgrade of 53 desktops or Laptops
• Upgrades of 1 network switch
• Continue efforts to leverage the network against Cyber Security attacks
• Prep for conversion to M365 in 2025
• Upgrade and add additional buildings to door access system
• Wrapping up projects from 2023:
o Complete installation of video security system
o Complete final technology items at the new PD building
o Complete the final items for the SCADA upgrades
o Complete software conversion started in 2023
Technology Department Philosophy
Information technology is a cornerstone of all modern organizations, supplying the
communication and business systems necessary to perform daily tasks in the most efficient
manner possible. IT provides a central coordination point to technology solutions and services
for both internal and external customer needs. The IT Department has made great strides in
implementing new technology solutions, enhancing the technology environment, and
collaborating with other departments to provide cost efficient and effective solutions to their
technology needs.
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Legal Department
The City of Hutchinson's Legal Department's duties are divided into two main areas — one
pertaining to civil law and the other pertaining to criminal law. Regarding civil law, the City of
Hutchinson Legal Department provides legal advice to the City Council, city administration, city
departments, and the 13 boards and commissions of the city. The legal department reviews and
negotiates contracts, provides ordinance interpretation to city staff, serves as the revisor of city
ordinances, assists in fulfilling data practices requests and serves as the City Parliamentarian.
The city's legal department also serves as the general counsel for the Hutchinson Utilities
Commission.
Some of the activities of the legal department pertaining to civil law in 2023 included:
1. Attending City Council meetings, planning commission meetings, charter commission
meetings, airport commission meetings, and police commission meetings.
2. Fulfilling data practices requests.
3. Drafting and revising city ordinances.
4. Conducting four dangerous animal hearings.
5. Assisting city administration in the purchase and sale of real property.
6. Assisting the Hutchinson Housing and Redevelopment Authority with landlord —tenant
issues.
7. Assisting the Hutchinson Economic Development Authority in developing tax increment
financing districts, the purchase and sale of property for economic development in the
city and with landlord -tenant issues.
8. Assisting Hutchinson Police Services and the Planning/Zoning/Building Department with
nuisance property abatement.
9. Assisting the Public Works Department with airport and city development matters.
10. Drafting or reviewing 111 contracts on behalf of city departments and Hutchinson
Utilities Commission.
Concerning criminal law, the legal department also serves as the criminal prosecutor for the City
of Hutchinson; prosecuting violations of city ordinances, misdemeanor crimes and some gross
misdemeanor offenses that occur within the city limits of Hutchinson. The City has a contract
with the Gavin Law office in Glencoe, Minnesota to assist in criminal prosecution work.
In 2023 the legal department prosecuted 183 criminal cases against 167 different individuals.
The prosecution of these individuals required the attendance by the legal department at 449
court hearings. The legal department also conducted 19 court trials, three jury trials and argued
two cases at the court of appeals
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The following table illustrates the number of cases prosecuted by the legal department over the
past few years:
Year Number of Cases Prosecuted
2019
357
2020
306
2021
235
2022
343
2023
183
As shown above there was a drop in the total number of charges prosecuted between 2022 and
2023. While it is too early to say that it is an ongoing trend, the drop in the number of
prosecutions may be linked to a few possible factors. First, the legislature has decriminalized
several drug related offenses and has made some misdemeanor driving offenses payable
without requiring court appearances. Second, the way local merchants take payments from
customers is changing in that many merchants no longer accept checks (reducing the number
of bad check offenses) and gas stations now mainly require pre -payment for gasoline (which
reduced the number of gas drive -off offenses)
Criminal Charges Filed by The City Attorney's Office In 2023
Crimes Against the Administration of Justice
Charge
Violate Domestic Abuse No Contact Order
Contempt of Court
Violate Order for Protection
Violate A Harassment Restraining Order
Obstruct legal Process
False Information to Peace Officer
Charge
Domestic Assault
Disorderly Conduct
5 h Degree Assault
Assault Related Crimes
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Number of Violations
11
1
2
2
2
2
Number of Violations
13
48
8
Driving Related Crimes
Charae Number of Violations
Driving After License Revocation
9
Driving After License Cancellation
1
Driving After License Cancellation — Inimical
6
to Public Safety
Driving After License Suspension
1
Hit and Run
7
Failure to Yield the Right -Of -Way
3
e Degree Driving While Impaired
11
31d Degree Driving While Impaired
7
2"d Degree Driving While Impaired
3
Refusal to Submit to Chemical Testing
3
Not A Drop
1
Open Bottle
1
Careless Driving
2
Distracted Driving
1
School Bus Stop Arm Violation
4
No Insurance in Possession
3
No Valid Drivers License
1
Charcie
Trespassing
Criminal Damage to Property
Possession of Stolen Property
Motor Vehicle Tampering
Tamper with Fire Alarm
Misdemeanor Theft
Gross Misdemeanor Theft
Check Forgery
Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Possession of Counterfeit Check
Property Related Crimes
Theft Related Crimes
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Number of Violations
11
4
1
Number of Violations
25
2
1
Animal Related Crimes
Charae
Animal Running At Large
No Animal License
Attack by Animal
Dangerous Animal
Miscellaneous Crimes
Charge
Number of Violations
4
2
5
Number of Violations
Minor Consumption of Alcohol 5
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 2
Intentionally Point Firearm 2
Illegal Firearm Possession 1
Possession of Illegal Fireworks 1
Indecent Exposure 1
Possession of Alcohol Under 21 1
Fish and Game Violation 1
Possession of Tobacco on School Grounds 1
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Parks, Recreation, Community Education
Hutchinson PRCE System at a Glance
• 41 City Parks
• 4 Shared School -Park sites
• Aquatic Center (new in 2017)
• Recreation Center
• Ice Arena with 2 Sheets of Ice
* Fanners Market
• Overnight Campground
75 Acre County Fair Grounds
• 237.5 Acres of Park
• 138 Acres of Natural Areas/Open
Space
• 35 Miles of Paved Trails
• 3 Miles of Un-paved Trails
• 16 Miles of Bike Friendly Streets
• 33.5 Miles of Sidewalks
Terrain Park and Skate Park
• 3 Miles of Bike Lanes
Bike and Pedestrian Network
Hutchinson has made it a priority to create a connected system of bike trails, sidewalks, and on -
street bike lanes. Paved trails are typically along major collector roads and through parkland.
Sidewalks and bike lanes are mainly within the core downtown neighborhoods. The existing
system includes:
• 33.5 miles of sidewalks
• 35 miles of paved trails + 3 miles of unpaved trails
• 16 miles of bike -friendly streets
• 3 miles of bike lanes
• Luce Line State Trail
The City is served regionally by the Luce Line State Trail, a 63-mile long former railroad grade
which was developed for biking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and
skiing. The trail connects the western Twin Cities with Independence, Watertown, Winsted,
Silver Lake, Hutchinson, Cedar Mills, and Cosmos. The trail surface varies along its course,
including limestone, with a parallel treadway of horseback riding, paved bituminous, crushed
granite, and natural (mowed grass). Snowmobiles are allowed on the trail west of Stubbs's Bay
Road.
(Source: www.dnrstate.mn.us/state trails/lute line)
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Hutchinson PRCE Advisory Board
The PRCE Board meets at 5:15 p.m. on the first Monday of the month at the City Center. The
PRCE Board shall be composed of seven representatives from the community at large, one
representative from the School Board, and one representative from the City Council. Except for
the School Board and City Council representative, all members shall be jointly appointed by the
Mayor and the School Board President, with the consent of the respective boards and Council,
and shall serve staggered three-year terms. The Board shall study and determine the park,
recreational, and community education needs of the city and make recommendations to the
City Administrator relating thereto, and shall submit an annual operating budget to the City
Administrator. In addition to the PRCE Advisory Board, there is an opportunity for involvement
on the Senior Advisory Board.
PRCE Advisory Board Members. -
Lynn Neumann — PRCE Director
Jody Harms/Leslie Alberts — PRCE Office Specialist
Erin Knudtson — Hutchinson Public Schools Representative
Chad Czmowski — City Council Representative
Member
Term Expires
Joshua Kamrath
August 2026
Second Full -term
Ashley Gabbert
August 2026
Second Full -term
Kyle Wendiing
August 2024
First Full -term
Jeff Hoeft
August 2024
First Full -term
Mark Lansink
August 2025
Second Full -term
Liz Stearns
August 2025
First Full -term
Kim Schutt/Margo Kaping
August 2025
First Full -term
Hutchinson PRCE Senior Advisory Board
The Senior Advisory Board meets at 10:00 a.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at the
Senior Center. The Board consists of seven members who serve staggered three-year terms.
The board shall advise the PRCE Board and staff concerning the management and use of the
multi -purpose senior center and shall develop and maintain a management plan that provides
the opportunity for all senior -related activities to flourish.
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Senior Advisory Board Members:
Jennifer ,Behrendt - Event Center/Senior Center Programmer
Al Barkeim
Mike Becker
Connie Dahl
Dave Husfeldt
Ced Steinkraus
Jody Stoffels
Bike and Pedestrian Committee
The Hutchinson Bicycle -Pedestrian Advisory Committee {BPAC} serves as an advisory committee
to the City Council and the Park, Recreation, and Community Education Board. The BPAC
provides advice on bicycling and pedestrian needs in Hutchinson, advocates for pedestrian and
bicycling infrastructure improvements, and promotes recreational walking and bicycling in the
city.
Bike and Pedestrian Committee Members:
Sara Witte - Parks Manager
Pat May - City Council Representative
Aric Jensen
Deb Card
Mark Hanneman
Mike McDowell
Tracy Marquardt
Sponsorships and Donations
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Education Department
received sponsorships and donations from several local
businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout the year.
PRCE staff recognize the importance of community involvement
and the positive impact that this partnership has on the quality of
life in Hutchinson and its residents. PRCE staff also would like to
express our gratitude to the many volunteer organizations and
individuals who donated their time to our PRCE programs,
facilities, and events. We could not do it without all of you!
WE All ABICYCLE FAIENDLYCOMMUNITY Silver Bicycle Friendly Community Designation
_-_ Hutchinson is committed to making biking better for everyone and we
-� are now certified as a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community by the League
of American Bicyclists. We know when our streets are safer for kids
and people who bike, our streets will be safer for everyone!
Hutchinson proudly announced that the League of American Bicyclists
has certified us as a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community in the spring of
2023. Together with 506 total BFCs, we're building safer streets and a
`- — — - more bicycle -friendly America for everyone.
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MRPA Award of Excellence
Minnesota Parks and Recreation Association awarded Hutchinson PRCE and the Hutchinson Fire
Department with the Award of Excellence for the Fireman's Park Playground Project. MRPA
recognizes agencies or organizations in Minnesota for
outstanding achievements in the following categories:
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• administrative or management strategies
• marketing and communications
• park and facility
• programming and events
• sponsorship and partnerships
• volunteer initiatives
Park, Recreation, and Community Education
Administration
Staff Responsible: Lynn Neumann, PRCE Director
The Park, Recreation, and Community Education
Department has responsibility for the planning,
protection, maintenance, and improvement of city -owned
parks and facilities, District 423 school grounds and
facilities, open spaces, trails, and natural resources as
well as designing and implementing recreational activities
and community education activities. The separate
divisions of the department accomplish these
responsibilities with funding from general taxes, funds from MDE, grants, program fees,
sponsorships, and donations. There are nearly 401 acres of parks and open spaces, including 38
miles of biking and walking trails.
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PRCE Administration is responsible for the day-to-day administration and operation of the
department in support of Park Maintenance, Recreation, PRCE Facilities, Event Center and
Senior Center, and Community Education, including park development, park planning, facility
planning, capital improvement plans, budget management, construction, renovation and
maintenance of all PRCE facilities. PRCE Administration prepares grants, and donation requests
and works with service organizations to develop and implement adopt -a -park programs. PRCE
Administration also provides public relations services and responds to public inquiries and
concerns.
Park, Recreation, and Community Education Administration works closely with other City
departments, such as Public Works, Planning, Engineering, Finance, Economic Development,
and City Administration to provide a comprehensive PRCE system. PRCE Administration also
works very closely with District 423 Directors and Administrators to provide quality facility
reservations and community education programs. PRCE Administration works work the PRCE
Advisory Board, City Council, and District 423 School Board to make sound decisions that will
enhance the City of Hutchinson. PRCE Administration is responsible for the PRCE Annual
Budget, Community Education Budget, PRCE Master Plan, and PRCE Annual Capital
Improvement Budget.
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PRCE Administration Objectives
• Establish and build upon the Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Hutchinson and
Hutchinson Public Schools.
• Provide excellent customer service and public relations in representation of the City of
Hutchinson and Hutchinson Public Schools.
• Prepare all PRCE department budgets.
• Expand sources of revenue by promoting sponsorship and donations.
• Solicit and apply for grants, donations, and other funding for park improvements and
activities.
• Provide for a safe and efficient delivery of program services.
• Nurture collaborations between service agencies in the community.
• Plan and provide park development, capital improvement plans, construction, renovation,
and maintenance for all PRCE facilities and parks.
• Monitor and evaluate all department personnel and activities.
• Plan and implement recreational programs for the community that reach a diverse
population with a wide variety of ages and cultures represented.
• Encourage activities that promote intergenerational participation and strengthen
community, families, and neighborhoods.
Parks and Natural Resources
Staff Responsible: Sara Witte, Parks Manager
The Hutchinson Parks Department was fortunate to have
several volunteer groups assist in various park
improvement projects. These groups included local
agencies, civic organizations, sports teams, and various
local schools that helped with park and trail clean-ups,
mulching, shelter and picnic table cleaning, invasive
removals along the riverbank, and more. The partnership
with HHS Ag-Science classes continued to benefit the
district and the city. Students helped with clean-up in parks
within walking distance from school locations, tree
planting/mulching, site preparation and plant installation
around three elementary school signs, and replacement plants on the Police Memorial berm.
This partnership saved more than 1000 hours of labor.
In 2023, the PRCE Department saw the retirements of the Recreation Coordinator and Facilities
Manager, and the Parks Department also experienced changes. Long-time Parks Maintenance
Specialist, Randy Carter, transitioned into his new position as PRCE Facilities Maintenance
Manager, leaving the Parks Department to find another individual to assist the Parks Manager
with long-range planning of projects/cost estimates and more importantly, leadership and
direction in daily park operations. Tenured maintenance employee, Chris Hutton, applied for the
position and was offered the job of Parks Maintenance Lead Operator in July. With that, the
Park Maintenance Operator position was posted, and Andy Bentz, a former Parks Maintenance
full-time operator, applied, interviewed, and was offered the job. Andy moved back to
Hutchinson from out of state and started his position in September. Seasonal staffing levels
remained the same for parks, with summer being the busiest time. The department is grateful
for the hard-working group of summer seasonal staff that join the team each year.
The Department is grateful for the good working relationship they have with the HPD and all
other city departments. Vandalism continued to be an issue in the parks system and other
public spaces throughout the community. The installation of security cameras at multiple park
locations, Masonic West River campground, and the Parks Shop allowed the department to
track activity and solidified the need for keyed locks at the campground showers to allow for
paying -only customers to use the shower facility. This measure drastically reduced the number
of negative behaviors happening at the campground. Portable surveillance cameras from the
Hutchinson Police Department are still used in parks that do not have permanent security
cameras.
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2023 Parks and Natural Resources Accomplishments
General Site Improvements
• Main Street holiday garland/wreaths replaced along with new holiday banner design
• Three ADA fire rings installed at Masonic West River full hook-up sites: 1, 2 & 3
• Bike Fleet Program- fleet was utilized in spring and fall at surrounding Walk!Bike!Fun!
curriculum -trained school districts; Dassel/Cokato MS, Litchfield MS, ACGC, Sibley East,
Hutchinson HS, MS, and Park Elementary
• Improvements made to Library Square (Hutchinson Leadership Institute- HU). Mulch all
younger park trees and around the entire park, replace plants along the south sidewalk
and hostas under two tall spruce trees, clean around Hutchinson Brother's walkway,
wash windows on the Library outside the building, etc.
• Paver seating areas redone at Civil and Spanish American Wars at McLeod County
Veteran's Park (HU- small group)
• Installation of security cameras at multiple park shelter locations along with Parks Shop
• Contracted restoration of public bronze art sculptures throughout the City of Hutchinson
• Shady Ridge's new playground installed
• Engineered playground safety surfacing delivered to various playground locations
• Installation of cement bench pads at Rotary, Fireman's, Shady Ridge, and Eheim
• Keypad door locks installed on Masonic West River shower building, code is given on
receipt of paying campground customers only
• VMF West's old perimeter fence was removed, and regraded, and a new black vinyl
fence installed
• Addition of one large 6' snowflake into Library Square for the holidays
Athletic Field/Court Maintenance
• Two loads of aglime were applied on the MS baseball field in conjunction with field
renovation- adding a permanent pitching mound to that field
• Roberts Park SW field renovation project
• Provided weekend field maintenance at five summer baseball/softball tournaments,
along with the annual Pentacular Men's Softball event
• 3 bulk totes (225 gallons each) or 675 gallons of white field marking paint were applied
for activities in 2023: baseball, softball, football, lacrosse, PRCE soccer, etc.
Approximately 70 gallons of Yellow paint was applied this year for the HHS soccer
program
Landscaping
• First year of maintenance at new Hutchinson Police Services building; provide outdoor
landscaping maintenance; mow, water new plants, weed, irrigation maintenance, etc.
• Memorial bench pavers installed at Oddfellows, Elks, and Masonic West River
• Designed, edged, plant installed, and mulched with HHS landscape classes new signs at
Tiger, West, and Park Elementary schools
• Boulder retaining wall repaired on the northeast side of Pedestrian bridge walk bridge
from McLeod County Veteran's Park to Crow River Rec/Luce Line trail
Forestry/Natural Resources
• 49 trees planted in various Parks/School District properties with forestry/park staff,
volunteer groups, and HHS students
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• Tree removals: 35 in various Parks/School District property
• HHS Landscape and Natural Resources students assisted with various projects on the
ISD#423 campus, Depot rain garden and Farmers Market Pavilion cleaning, Police
Memorial, Oddfellows, AFS, and Rollie Johnson School Ecology Site
• Maintenance of Parks prairie locations included in the Hutchinson Prairie Management
Plan being partially funded by the MN DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Grant
Program- contractual burns conducted by Red Rock Fire, LLC at Millerwoods and Roberts
Park
• Hutchinson Fire Department conducted native prairie burns at Depot Raingarden, HHS
Stormwater ponds, Middle School pond, Bass Pond
• Select prairies mowed down for invasive weed control- Cedar, Riverside, Tartan
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• Ecology site existing trail maintenance, along with establishing a new trail down to the
water for class water sampling and invasive tree removal (HLI small group- April)
• ECFE Outdoor classroom (April)
• ISD#423 outdoor batting cage at HHS softball fields (April)
• Library Square north quadrant of park; new shrubs/perennials, edge beds, historical
stockade rock on NE corner, memorial bench pad (HLI large group- May)
• Relocate potable water line ran for camper fill up, new signage, and turf restoration at
MWR Campground (May)
• Kiwanis Park: complete shelter improvements and retaining wall (June)
• Drift Rider Park: metal overlook railing constructed and installed (June)
• Community Dog Park cement front unleashing area/entrance (June)
• VFW Park improvements: new shelter roof, playground mulch, bench pads, etc. (July)
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• JC Women's Club: construction of an accessible trail from the road up to the playground
(August)
• IPAD implemented for park maintenance tasks, playground inspections, etc. (Sept)
• South Park tree removal and reforestation (Sept)
• VMF Grandstand Project (Oct)
• Miller Woods work plan (Oct)
• Prairie Maintenance plan implementation- Goats on the Go, additional burns, etc. (Nov)
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Burich Arena
Staff Responsible: Randy Carter, PRCE Facilities Maintenance Manager
In 2023, the city worked on finalizing construction and
remodeling outside facilities. The staff achieved new
landscaping and a dedicated memorial corner near the East
Arena. HHA also contributed $2,400 towards a new metal
bench and a concrete pad for it to sit on. The new HVAC
equipment was installed, and multiple tests were initiated
before the final test, which needed to be done after the ice
was installed to ensure adequate proficiency.
The staff is responsible for finishing the painting of the
inside of the arena, which is receiving a new look by
changing to more neutral colors. The city is working with HHA, HFSA, and other user groups to
come up with better plans for Facility Guidelines, Rules, and Regulations and better
management of space that is used for storage, warm-up areas, and shooting areas.
The facilities plan for both Burich Arenas is to come up with a Facility Management Plan that
encompasses a higher level of Scheduled Maintenance, a cleaner and more desirable place for
activities, and a safer environment for all spectators, players, and employees. The staff will be
assessing all aspects of the buildings to best utilize the space, come up with better ways to
achieve optimal usage within the Facility, promote safety to the users, and plan for
scheduled/routine maintenance while trying to add more user groups.
In 2023, the staff spent time exploring a potential partnership with an NA3HL Junior Hockey
team. A team from Iowa is looking to move to Minnesota, and the staff is considering the
proposal. The team would have approximately 20 home games from September to March and
would compete with other teams throughout Minnesota.
2023 Burich Arena Accomplishments
• Ice Time Sold = 2,478 hours.
• Landscaping and grading of East Arena perimeter with rock and edging.
• Installed Fence around new HVAC equipment on the south side of Arenas.
• Arena staff converted to Hillyard cleaning products to help aid in achieving a higher level of
cleanliness within the facility.
• Construction came to an end, New HVAC was tested and put into use by September 7 with
the final test shortly after ice was put into the East Rink.
• Voss Construction repaired and resealed the Zamboni room ceiling.
• Working with HHA to achieve a better location for the Dryland Shooting corners.
• Repaired the West Rink HVAC system which was causing humidity within the west rink and
unstable ice conditions.
• Continue to improve and nurture our partnership with HFSA. Participation numbers remain
strong. PRCE continues to offer ISI (Ice Sports Industry), an opportunity for younger
skaters, and HFSA offers a competitive program for the more experienced skater. The
annual ice show is possible only with the city's support and volunteer help from HFSA.
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• Work with the Burich family and Hutchinson Hockey Association on funding for Burich Arena
improvements. These groups have committed to contributing to future improvements at the
facility.
• Worked with all user groups to try and implement new policies of safe practices, building
policies, and user group contracts.
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2024 Burich Arena Goals
• Staff will landscape the perimeter of the West Rink, remove shrubs, and match the East Rink.
• Continue to improve and nurture our partnership with HHA, HFSA, and other user groups.
Have continued meetings, process feedback and improve the Level of Expectations.
• Come up with a Facility Asset Sheet and Key Component Replacement Schedule.
• Work with the Burich family and Hutchinson Hockey Association on funding for Burich Arena
improvements. These groups have committed to contributing to future improvements at the
facility. Looking to get help replacing the Burich Arena Marquette Sign.
• Work with our user groups as we grow our ice season. Try and incorporate a better schedule
of Open Skate/Hockey to be able to offer later sessions.
• Get funding to replace our current Water Treatment Process for the Cooling Tower and
Recovery System.
• Finish painting the inside of the arena and internal remodel.
• Install a new Dasher Board System in the East Rink, keep the old system, and have talked
about installing a 1/2 rink outside of the west arena with the old system.
• Work with City Staff on better training in facilities maintenance, scheduled maintenance,
routine maintenance, and housekeeping.
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• Work with staff to obtain better solutions to aid in getting more employees during our winter
months when ice is at its prime time.
• Relocate Live Barn cameras and update to the newer software.
• Work with multiple companies to achieve certain contracts of service and have full records of
equipment maintenance.
Hutchinson Recreation Center/Hutchinson Aquatic Center
Staff Responsible: Randy Carter, Facilities Maintenance Manager
Casey Hagert, Recreation Manager
Following a challenging Aquatic Season in the Summer of
2023, the PRCE staff called upon Global Systems and
Aquatronics to assess the Aquatic Center's condition. Upon
inspection of the mechanical units and filtration system by
both companies, four major issues were identified:
• The key issue is the Variable Frequency Drive
(VLT): The electric motor's VLT needs to be
reprogrammed as it is unresponsive to any
command. This unit controls the Defender
Filtration system and regulates the electric motor's
speed.
• The Surge tank, which collects excess water during
entry and exit from the pool, was inaccurately plumbed during installation in 2017. This
has resulted in a large amount of air being drawn into the filtration system, causing a
loss of suction, and consequently, pressure throughout the entire system.
• The feed controller lines control the amount of chemicals applied to the pool for
balancing. However, they were plumbed in the negative side of the pool lines, resulting
in low-pressure readings. Relocating them to the positive side of the water flow will
improve the water pressure and readings.
• The Defender unit is responsible for filtering all the pool water. Both units need to be
chemically cleaned and resealed with new top plate gaskets. This has not been done
since the pool's opening in 2017.
To address the underlying issues systematically, it is recommended to develop a comprehensive
maintenance plan. This plan will include regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and
equipment replacements, where necessary. This will ensure the prolonged functionality of the
mechanical systems. To eliminate potential future issues, it is necessary to add the Aquatic
Center Pump House to the City Network. The PRCE staff has already had initial conversations
with IT staff and it will be a priority to get this completed before the 2024 aquatic season. With
the pump house being on the City's Network, the AT will automatically update when necessary
and staff will be able to receive real-time communication on all the mechanical components.
Budgetary, we will continue to work to keep Hutchinson Family Aquatic Center and Recreation
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Center looking and performing like new. Our recent investments continue to pay off as
programs and participation at our facilities remain strong.
Aquatics is a multifaceted operation for
PRCE and includes operating the aquatic
center, fitness programming, swim lessons,
private rentals, and concessions. We
continue to hire, train, and coach quality
seasonal employees. We will reach out to
former aquatic staff members and recruit
and train new staff.
In 2023, the aquatic center was open from
June 9 to August 18 with lap swim being
available through August 25. PRCE offers
several options for admission, including
daily passes, discounted punch passes, and season passes. The most popular pass is the family
pass. An individual pass is $100 and each additional family member is an additional $40. The
most frequently purchased pass was the family of 4 passes. A total of 1,350 family passes were
sold in 2023. During the approximate 70-day season, a total of 38,816 check ins were
recorded; approximately 554 check -ins per day or 69 per hour. These check -ins did not include
those who utilized the pool during private rentals or for scheduled activities such as the Tiger
and Sharks swimming program.
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Swim lessons are an important component of any Parks and Recreation department. The
program teaches life-long and a life-saving skill set. According to the American Red Cross,
drowning is the leading cause of death for children in the United States. PRCE helps combat
this statistic in the community by offering a wide variety of swim lessons each summer. In
2023, a total of 649 registrations were taken for the swim lesson program.
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The concession stand is a large part of the aquatic center's operation. Items including hotdogs,
popcorn, nachos, pretzels, candy, and ice cream are sold from the concession stand. In 2023, a
total of 11,331 transactions were processed through the Aquatic's concessions stand. A total of
24,940 items were sold for a total of $70,686 in sales; approximately $1,009 per day. The most
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items included ice cream sundaes, slushier, pizza, and nachos with cheese.
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Another major component of PRCE operations is the Recreation
Center Gymnasium. Heavily utilized September -May, this facility
hosts several different activities and opportunities. Open
pickleball and open gym provide opportunities for the community
to utilize the space for physical fitness and social interaction.
Open gym provides an opportunity for community members to
explore recreation as they please; whether it be basketball,
pickleball, walking, etc. Open pickleball is a set -aside time that is
specific for playing pickleball. Participation during open pickleball
has doubled from 2022. To help meet this demand, additional
open pickleball opportunities have been added to the schedule as
well as private court rentals specifically for pickleball.
The indoor playground program is another popular opportunity
in the gymnasium. This program is offered for children ages
birth to 5 years. The indoor playground program provides
children a safe place to develop important life skills including
communication, creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, problem -
solving, conflict management, collaboration, and more. During
play, children are also developing fine and gross motor skills;
helping them achieve important developmental milestones. Child
psychologist Jean Piaget said, "Play is the work of children." Mr.
Rogers expanded upon that stating "Play is often talked about
as if it were a relief from serious learning but for children, play
is serious learning." Learning and developing these skills at a
young age sets the stage for well-rounded, emotionally
intelligent children who are more prepared to transition to the
school environment and have long-term impacts that can be seen through adulthood. In
addition, this program helps support in -home daycare providers, who
help the community meet the extreme demand for childcare services
in Hutchinson, by providing the space, time, and equipment to
engage children in active play opportunities. Furthermore, families
can utilize the program to come engage and play as a family unit
when outdoor opportunities may be less accessible.
In addition to internal programming, the Recreation Center gym and
PRCE support the community by hosting opportunities that may
otherwise not have a home. Specifically, from approximately 2:30-5
pm, Monday -Friday, the gymnasium hosts middle school athletics
including boys' and girls' basketball, and becomes an indoor practice
facility in the spring when fields may not be suitable for play. The
gym is also utilized by several youth athletic associations hosting JO
volleyball practices, basketball tournaments, and more.
2024 is a year we look to continue to refine operations and create more opportunities to best
meet the needs of the community.
2023 Hutchinson Recreation Center/ Aquatic Center Accomplishments
• Inspected and replaced additional tiles as needed in the Aquatic Center lazy river.
• Repaired outdoor shower units after several leaks were found.
• Repaired broken water line in concession stand that serves as a water source for our
outside cleaning.
• Worked with a contractor to improve control/functions of gymnasium HVAC system and put
on City's CIP to replace within the next 2 years due to being undersized and no means of
humidity or A/C control.
• Removed 2 small walls as part of landscaping to make the Recreation Center more uniform
looking and prepare for the painting of the front and back entrances.
• PRCE repaired the irrigation on the west side of the Aquatic Center.
• Finished the landscaping around the new EV Car Charing Station.
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• Repaired waterslide railing due to excessive wear.
• Repaired water entry railing on lap pool, welded more supports into water truffle to aid in
support of the railing.
• Repaired Sun Shade for waterslide tower and reinstalled it.
• Repaired plumbing fixtures within the facility's restrooms.
• Vos Construction installed new gutters on the North Side of the Recreation Center.
• Repaired the Surge Tank in the Aquatic Center and installed proper manual gate valves.
2024 Hutchinson Recreation Center/Aquatic Center Goals
• Plan, design, and complete re -painting of the front and back entrances of the building. We
will work to complement and match the newer paint scheme that is used throughout the
building.
• Continue to work through the Facility Committee on future facility upgrades of the
Recreation Center Gym HVAC.
• Continue to redefine maintenance policies and procedures for the Aquatic Center
operations.
• Establish a response policy for Aquatic Center Staff to follow during pool operations.
• Continue landscape improvements surrounding the Recreation Center and Aquatic Center.
• Continue to repair the Aquatics Center Filtration System, upgrade necessary equipment to
prolong the life of the system, and ensure proper filtration is being established.
• Aquatic Center Pump House: Establish City Network via cable to the pump house to ensure
that all data can be "real" time resulting in better response times to issues of malfunctions.
• Come up with a new sign for all entrances around both the Recreation Center and the
Bunch Arena.
• Consider adding a new water feature in the Zero Depth Entry pool area.
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Recreational Programming
Staff Responsible: Casey Hagert, Recreation
Manager
2023 was a year of observation and evaluation; taking
time to view current operations and look for areas of
improvement. One focus of the department has been to
create policies and procedures for facility and program
operations. This includes facility policies, open gym rules,
and open pickleball procedures. Documenting policies is
important for several reasons. One of the most important
is to set expectations with guests while providing
consistent information and communication as a
department. Policies and procedures are created not to
restrict the user experience but instead are intended to
help provide clarity and create a cohesive and welcoming
environment. It is the hope that by implementing these
procedures, the facility and department will run smoothly and
provide high -quality customer service to the community.
Along the same lines, PRCE has started to create contracts and
agreements with partners to better document and clarify roles,
responsibilities, and relationships. Documenting the terms of a
relationship helps create a better understanding between the
parties and also allows for consistency from year to year.
Turnover can occur in businesses, associations as well as in
PRCE. Relationships between the department and others
should be independent of the individuals within those roles and
should continue with
consistency if and when
individuals move on. Having documentation outlining
relationships helps us achieve this goal.
The objectives above are set to help us further achieve our
goal in 2024 to better serve the community by providing
high -quality service, clear and transparent communication
as well mainstreaming operations of facilities.
Programming
PRCE offers many youth sports leagues that serve as an
introduction to a sport for community youth. Age ranges vary for the leagues but most are
designed to serve Pre-K - 41" Grade. Some leagues, such as tackle football and travel soccer,
serve an older age group when an opportunity for that sport may not exist until middle school.
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A total of 1064 youth participated in PRCE-managed leagues with soccer having the most
participation. Soccer is offered for Pre-K through Oh grade in both spring and fall.
A major component of youth sports through PRCE is the sponsorship program. Community
businesses help cover the costs of team uniforms and keep registration fees low. In 2023, 66
sponsors supported a total of 122 youth teams.
In addition to sponsors, volunteer coaches are a vital part of the youth sports programs. All
youth sports teams run through PRCE are coached by volunteer coaches; oftentimes, each team
is assigned two volunteer coaches. Being volunteer -based is another factor in keeping fees low.
It was determined that more guidance and support was needed for volunteer coaches and in
2023 online coaching clinics were hosted to provide all volunteers with the tools necessary to be
confident in their roles. This included sharing the overall mission of the program, practice
plans, games, and overall structure of the program. It was also a great opportunity for coaches
to ask questions and feel more confident in their role in supporting the community.
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In addition to the league format, PRCE offers lessons for other activities including tennis,
gymnastics, and ice skating. These programs, much like the leagues, serve as an opportunity
for youth to try something new; and in the case of tennis and skate school, develop those skills
and advance to a higher level of the program.
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Furthermore, PRCE helps support youth sports when other avenues do not exist within the
community. Currently, PRCE manages the youth fastpitch program. Previously, this program
was supported through a governing youth association much like many of the other sports in
Hutchinson. When the association disbanded, PRCE took over the program ensuring the
opportunity would continue to be provided for the community.
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PRCE's mission goes beyond serving the youth of Hutchinson and aims to serve all
demographics from birth to the end of life. PRCE offers opportunities including open gym, open
pickleball, open soccer as well as organized adult sports leagues. Presently, PRCE offers adult
leagues for three sports; slow -pitch softball, sand volleyball, and indoor volleyball. Indoor
volleyball is offered as both a fall and winter league. On average, an adult softball team rosters
approximately 20 individuals and a volleyball team rosters about 10 individuals. Using those
numbers, PRCE's most popular leagues serve approximately 250 individuals per season.
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2023 Recreational Programming Accomplishments
• Development of standard operating procedures and policies., To better manage the
Recreation Center, PRCE has begun developing more comprehensive standard operating
procedures and policies. Some unwritten rules and guidelines existed, however, there
was a lot of inconsistency in enforcing these. By developing and documenting these
procedures, the department can provide more consistent services to the public allow for
the publishing of these policies, and be more transparent and clearer with the public.
• Contracts & Agreements: Clearly defining relationships and responsibilities within a
partnership is vital. As part of the effort to provide equitable services to youth
associations and to clearly define the roles and responsibilities of everyone; PRCE has
begun to develop comprehensive agreements and understandings that help drive and
direct these partnerships. It's important to document the terms of a relationship so it
can be referenced in the future. Changes in boards happen frequently and changes
within roles here in PRCE can turnover, so documenting and establishing the duties in
relationships is important so operations can proceed seamlessly regardless of who's in a
role.
• Sponsorship Program. The sponsorship program has been revamped. Moving forward,
potential sponsors will be asked to opt into a sponsorship on an annual basis for youth
sports sponsorships. This allows sponsors more flexibility in what they are sponsoring
and when. Additionally, contracts are being developed for long-term sponsorships
including ball field and facility sponsors.
• Online League Schedules• All schedules for youth and adult leagues have been moved to
an online platform; Team Sideline. Online schedules allow easier access for the public
and allow for real-time changes to be reflected immediately; helping reduce confusion
from participants and family members when having to reference potentially outdated
copies or having to ensure they have the most up-to-date one. Additionally, this online
platform allows for standings for adult leagues to be viewable at any time from a
computer or phone. Participants do not need to come to the facility or wait until the
following week to get updates.
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2024 Recreational Programming Goals
• Develop and Implement Policies & Procedures.
o Data Tracking: Data drives decisions and direction. Tracking Rec Center visitors
will help drive long-term planning and help dictate gym schedules and identify
needs. Utilizing Civic Rec and scannable passes is one option to better track
which activities, days of the week, and times of day people are visiting.
o Aquatics Policies & Procedures: Safety is always priority number one and good
lifeguarding is preventative lifeguarding. Evaluating aquatic center operations as
well as policies and procedures is vital to achieving these goals. Developing rules
and empowering staff to enforce rules will help achieve our goal of safety.
o Association Agreement: Development of an overall Youth Athletic Association
Agreement is currently in the works. This document will be the overarching
document that guides relationships between PRCE and youth athletic
associations. The document would define what a youth athletic association is,
how to become a city -recognized association, what the general partnership looks
like, and expectations for associations that wish to utilize city -owned facilities.
This agreement will be presented to the Parks and Recreation advisory board for
input and approval.
o Development of Staff Manuals: Staff manuals, much like contracts, agreements,
policies, etc., help drive work direction and create clarity in duties. Creating a
strong team is vital to creating high -quality services and that begins by having a
strong foundation to help lead staff. Staff manuals establish clear expectations
and lay out how to perform job duties. Developing staff manuals is the first step
in creating a strong, cohesive team; training team members on the staff manual
continuing to touch base, and hosting team -building activities are other facets of
a strong team.
o Team development: Hiring a full-time Recreation Coordinator and creating proper
workflows will help improve overall function. Clearly defining who is responsible
for what tasks, who reports to whom, and communicating this with staff will
improve overall teamwork and communication. I.e. Recreation Manager >
Recreation Coordinator > Concession Manager > Concession Lead > Concession
Team Member
o Improving overall concession stand operations is a big goal in 2024. Developing
staff manuals and clearly defining cleaning schedules will help improve overall
operations. Additionally, improving the efficiency of the concession stand will
help improve the visitor experience. Things such as creating large and clear
menus to be placed in a -frames on the pool deck, reducing the size of the menu,
and ordering pre -packaged food; such as ready -to -use popcorn packets,
prebagged nacho chips, etc. will help reduce the workload of staff and improve
speed of service.
• Improve Clarity, Transparency, and Ease of Access for the community-
o Online Reservations: Allowing multiple avenues for reservations improves
customer experience. Transitioning reservations online allows the public to make
a reservation quickly and on their own time. Things such as indoor pickleball
court reservations, birthday party reservations, and party tent reservations will
be implemented in 2024. This will also help alleviate the phone calls and time
that is currently dedicated to making these reservations allowing front desk staff
to focus on other things to further enhance the community experience.
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o Website Updates: Lots of avenues exist for accessing information. Facebook,
program guides, registration software, email blasts, third -party groups, etc. The
PRCE website is one of those hubs. With information everywhere, it's important
to ensure that that information is updated in all places. Regularly scheduled
website audits will help ensure accuracy. Additionally, taking a look at the
website deciding what information is needed, and building out those pages will
further provide clarity to the public. Adding a clear, frequently updated online
gym calendar will help with one of the biggest pinch points in current operations.
o Program Brochure: Evaluating the seasonal brochures to determine the best
layout and how to most efficiently communicate information to the public is
another goal for the department. Continuity throughout the guide, creating
standard expectations and layouts for program offerings, and ensuring ADA
compliance will all help create a clear, easily readable brochure.
Provide Hlgh-Quallty servlces to the public.
• Equipment Replacement: Evaluating which equipment is outdated and creating a
priority replacement schedule will help drive purchases. Looking ahead and
evaluating what equipment; such as football helmets; needs replacing will help
the department seek out grants and other funding options.
o Needs assessment: Perform a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses,
Opportunities & Threats) to determine the program needs of the community.
Hutchinson Event Center/ Hutchinson Senior Center
Staff Responsible: Jennifer Behrendt, Senior Center/ Event Center Programmer
The last few years have brought many changes to
the Hutchinson Event Center. The end of 2022
brought the departure of all part-time staff; leaving
only 2 staff members (1 full-time, 1 part-time) to
continue with modified operations. The Hutchinson
Event Center started a modified operation on
January 1, 2023, meaning all rentals were to be
held Monday - Friday between the hours of 9 am-3
pm. The Event Center was a host location for 65
events in 2023; 46 business events and 19 city
events. 2023 was the first year River of Hope
leased their space from the City versus renting
every week. Church meets at the Event Center
every Sunday and many times throughout the week for various activities such as confirmation,
bible studies, meetings, etc. With fewer rentals this past year, it allowed staff time to deep
clean the center along with decluttering and organizing storage areas.
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The Senior Center remains a welcoming gathering place
for area seniors. The center did see an increase in
attendance in 2023; around 12,531 seniors were through
the door compared to 10,327 in 2022.
The Knot Just Knitters group completed yet another
community knitting project. Over 125 handmade/knitted
scarves, hats, and mittens were donated. All items were
then distributed to local agencies such as the McLeod
County Food Shelf and Common Cup Ministries to give to
those in need.
Sr. Programmer, along with a fellow senior, held 3
decorative plate -making classes. These seem to be a
favorite; they are always asking for another class! There were also two clothespin craft classes
held. These classes brought in new seniors who do not frequent the Center.
Several different speakers from different locations were brought in to present on many different
topics. Presentations included Medicare, dementia, caregiving, fraud, aging, and more. Classes
were very informative and seniors seem to enjoy when
these resources are available to them.
In hopes of promoting more active programs for seniors,
River walking/Lary River, which is held at the Aquatic
Center, was advertised in our monthly Senior Newsletter;
16 seniors took advantage. The center handed out a
one -day free pool pass to fitness time during the months
the pool was open. The center also tried to establish a
weekly walking group. There was positive feedback for
starting the group, however it slowly phased itself out as
fewer and fewer people participated. Bean bags continue
to hold steady; there will more than likely be a second
playing time for 2024. Ping pong has a solid group that shows up 1-3 times a week. Our
kayaking group remains strong with participation numbers, usually doing 2-3 outings a month,
from May to September. A handful of outings were canceled due to the extreme heat this
summer; 99 attended throughout the summer gatherings.
The Sr. Center Programmer and tour coordinator volunteer attended a tour expo at Base Camp
in St. Paul on January 10th hoping to generate new ideas for upcoming tours. Our tour program
is well received and most tours sell out at a max of 45 participants, A couple of tours did not go
over as well as expected and the center took a hit. Even with that being said, the tour program
generated $1,073.17 for 2023.
The Card Making Club meets every Tuesday at 9:15 am. They recycle old, donated greeting
cards into new ones and sell them for $0.60 each. This is a fundraiser for the Senior Center. In
2023 they brought in $888.60 (1,481 cards).
The Center held its Annual Book & Puzzle Sale on August 28 & 29. This is a fundraiser that was
started 3 years ago and continues to be very successful. All books and puzzles are donated. It
takes about one week to set up for the two-day sale; this includes taping all puzzle boxes shut,
pricing, and organizing all items. All books are $0.25 and puzzles range from $0.25- $1.00.
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In 2023, the Book & Puzzle sale brought in $1,644.50 for the Senior Center.
Senior Activity Participation for 2023
12,591
1,252 160 268 987 94 164 294 221 209 29 99 475 301 372 340 1,303 2,361 630 460 300 444 168E •
2023 Hutchinson Event Center/ Senior Center Accomplishments
• The knitting project was completed. The project brought in over 125 items that were
donated to Common Cup and the McLeod County Food Shelf.
• Held 3 plate -making classes and 2 clothespin craft classes; 38 people participated in
these classes.
• 7 different speakers were in to hold informational classes for seniors. Talks included
dementia, caregiving, fraud, Medicare, aging, and more.
• The Senior Center held its third annual Book and Puzzle Sale.
• River Walking/ Lazy River was advertised for seniors at a discount. 16 participants took
advantage of this.
• Foot Care clinics were paused in July due to staffing changes; we were able to continue
with this service in October after a new nurse was hired.
• The Senior Center raised $888.60 in card sales (1,481 cards), and $110.50 in misc.
knitted items.
Host location for 65 events - included 46 business and 19 city events; 7 events were
canceled.
• Roughly 9,801 people were through the Event Center for rentals and around 12,531
participants came through the Senior Center in 2023.
Seniors per Month in 2023
12,531
857 822 1,169 1,188 1,162 2,039 1,022 1,132 981 2,0991,043 2,018 j
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2024 Hutchinson Event Center/Senior Center Goals
• Continue to use social media to promote Senior Programming.
• Continue to look into more "active" Senior Programming - Promote River Walking/ Lazy
River again.
• Establish at least 1 more activity that is well -attended.
• Bring in more speakers to present topics relating to seniors.
• Look at surrounding Senior Centers and see what they provide for their seniors.
• Continue to keep Seniors updated on the future of the Senior Center via Senior
Newsletter.
• Hold a Book and Puzzle Sale.
• Host a DECKO Party.
• Accommodate as many Event Center rentals as possible with limited staffing.
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Staff Responsible: Sharon Armstrong, Community Education Program Coordinator
Data for the 2022 2023 Fiscal Year
ISD 423 Community Education Accomplishments and Highlights:
• Winter -Spring 2023: Season length - January, February, March, April and May.
Community Education offered 87 activities, with 16 new activities and a total of 2,519
participants. The number includes attendance at open swim
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Summer 2023: Season length - June, July and
August. Community Education offered 59 camps with
eight new activities or camps and a total of 1,168 �-
participants That's
Fall 2023: Season length — October, November and December. Community Education offered 60 activities Community Ed.'
with 12 new activities and a total of 487 participants
Summary: The numbers for 2023: 211 Activities and camps offered with 4,174
participants
Hutchinson Community Education provides lifelong learning experiences for people of all ages,
abilities, and cultures through programs and services. Classes are creatively designed and
generated from interests and trends. Instructors and coaches offer activities in which they
have knowledge, experience, or a skill creating a positive impact in our community with an
opportunity to grow as individuals. Community Education is located in the Recreation Center
and activities are held at Hutchinson Public Schools, Recreation Center, park shelters, and local
businesses.
Participation in activities is steady and strong! The buzz here and at other Minnesota
Community Education Association communities is that the numbers are tracking like pre-Covid.
People are registering early and also waiting to register until closer to the start date of an
activity. Communication with instructors continues to flow back and forth to assist in making
decisions regarding holding or canceling their activity, requesting additional social media
advertisements, and in some cases, direct email to past participants. Attending online activities
gained popularity with the general adult activity offerings. For the in -person activities,
instructors continue to hold their activity with less minimum number of participants in
attendance to hold their activity, providing wonderful opportunities. Online activities continue
to grow in popularity and instructors can host multiple schools with combined registrations.
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PRCE started a second new registration system within two years, CivicRec, scheduled to start
using January 2023. PRCE staff participated in another set of online training sessions
throughout the fall of 2022. The new system, CivicRec, appears to be more user-friendly during
the registration process than the previous ActiveNet system, but report extracting is a little
more challenging with having to sometimes run two reports instead of one to
retrieve information.
My`.. Community Education is required to submit an annual report to the
Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) from school districts having a
community education levy. The report period is July 1 to June 30. This
report is available to view at the Community Education office.
School Facility Rentals and Usage
Community Education coordinates rentals and facility use for Hutchinson public Schools. This
started as a minimal hand-written task and transformed into a detailed online system. Through
the years, school renovations changed inside -
ciassrooms were renumbered or demolished, a
new school was built, and outdoor fields and
parking lots, all these changes are updated in
rSchool Today, setting up the layout in location
and availability for each room in each
building. This type of maintenance in the online
system, rSchool Today, is necessary to ensure
the system is working efficiently and locations
are current. Another type of maintenance in
rSchool Today is setting up notable days from the school -approved academic calendar, first/last
day of school, non -school days, workshop days, conference days, holidays, scheduled late
start/early out days, and which days are reservable and which ones are non -reservable
holidays. Noting these days helps staff and customers to easily identify what may be
happening within the school buildings as they are creating their reservations from July 1 to June
30 and whether or not it affects a reservation. Staff are asked to enter their reservations for
the upcoming school year by June 30 and rentals for public open around July 15 each year.
The chart below shows the number of rooms within each building:
BUILDING/LOCATION
I High School
2 Middle School
3 Park Elementary
4 West Elementary
5 Tiger Elementary
6 Parking Lot
7 Field - Outdoor School Campus
8 Field - Northwoods
9 Field - Roberts Park
10 Field - Veteran's Memorial
I I Recreation Center
TOTAL
# ROOM WITHIN
112
81
59
30
31
66
8
23
41 4
5
310
Facility Use by Building
Building
Groups
Permits
Est. # of Participants
High School
34
392
95,864
Middle School
35
207
537,899
Park Elementary
9
34
7,110
West Elementary
8
44
19,844
Tiger Elementary
12
69
11,852
Fields -Outdoor Campus
9
124
12,741
Parking Lot
2
3
1,100
TOTALS
65
873
686,410
Breakdown of reservation permits: ISD 423 staff (35) submitted 613 permits, Community
Education submitted 71 permits, Rental Customers (25) submitted 161 permits, and Personnel
Charges Only customers (2) submitted 24 permits. In summary, Hutchinson Public Schools'
primary use is for school -related items.
Upcoming Facility Happenings
Submitted by Justin TenYeck
ISD 423 is seeking bids for TAP and District Office relocation to
be completed on August 23, 2024. Work includes remodeling
the existing district office building to be the new TAP location
and at the existing Middle School, remodeling the auditorium
and admin/office space to be the new District Office location.
The district is seeking estimates for an outdoor sprinkler system
concentrating on soccer fields this year. District and PRCE are
working on three-year maintenance plans for district fields,
including costs, budget, and maintenance on a rotation schedule.
Middle School Activities (CE Fund Since 2003)
Submitted by William Tschida
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Middle School Activities opportunities are offered to students in grades 6, 7, and 8. They are
under the Community Education funding umbrella and managed by the Activities Director at
Hutchinson High School.
Middle School Participation Numbers:
• Fall 2022 season: Eight activities were offered with 180 participants.
• Winter 2023: Four activities were offered with 108 participants.
• Spring 2023: Five activities offered with 207 participants.
• All Season Activities: Four activities with 60 participants
• Three fall activities ran as a 9-12 program.
6t' Grade Participation Numbers:
Fall 2022 season: Four activities were offered with 25 participants.
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Hutchinson Adult Basic Education
Submitted by Shari Brunes
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Our schedule includes both daytime and evening hours
and provides a total of 25 in -person instructional hours weekly for students. Additional hours
are available for students who want to work remotely. Programming is offered twelve months a
year.
The Hutchinson Adult Education site is co -located with Ridgewater College and the CareerForce
Center. Because of this, we have been able to develop programs to assist learners with
academic skills, employment preparation, obtaining certifications, and college readiness goals.
We continue to build on relationships with groups in the community including the public library,
employers, and community organizations. Adult Education is a valuable component of
Hutchinson's Community Education program, meeting the needs of many individuals from the
surrounding area by making them better family members, employees, and citizens.
Adult Basic Education 2022-2023
For the 2022-2023 state academic year (May 1, 2022, to April 30, 2023), 201 students attended
for a total of 5,569 contact hours. These numbers are exciting and show a strong increase of
14% over last year. This is significant as attendance numbers across the state were down.
Students who attend 12 or more hours are considered participants. Hutchinson Adult Education
had 101 participants for the year. The average student attended for 27.75 hours.
Working with our Regional Transitions Coordinator, Mary Kate
Lews in Mankato, we have designed and delivered online
career pathway courses with other Adult Education programs
in Southwest Minnesota. In the past, individual Adult Education
programs have offered these kinds of classes, but it is always a
challenge to enroll enough students. We have received
Transitions grant funding to offer courses in Paraprofessional
Training, Child Development, and Google Computer Skills. We
have recruited students from Hutchinson to Mankato and
beyond. These courses were piloted in 2021 and this
innovative model is now being replicated across the state.
Regional Online English Language classes are offered three evenings per week. There are 5
different levels to meet the needs of all English language learners. These classes are very
popular and are often full.
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Learners participated in a variety of programming including classroom hours, distance (online)
learning, basic computer classes, grant -sponsored classes, and collaborative classes with the
college and CareerForce.
Students continue to take and pass GED tests. 30 Hutchinson Adult
Education students earned a GED Diploma. The state of Minnesota has a
legislative appropriation this year that provides one free test in each
subject area. Our local Free GED Testing Fund, in partnership with the
Ridgewater College Foundation, is being used to provide free GED Ready
practice tests and additional financial support to students who study in
our program for 12+ hours.
One GED student, 80+-year-old Sam Flom, gained statewide attention
last spring and was interviewed on WCCO and Fox 9. Sam's message of persistence and
determination is inspirational to many. Sam continues to work with us on his educational goals.
ABE Stafng
Shari Brunes manages the Hutchinson Adult
Education program. Ann Trochlil serves as the
Glacial Lakes Adult Education Consortium
Program Manager. The Hutchinson teaching
staff currently includes Joyce Evenski, Mary
Horrocks, Alicia Boncquet, Barb Haugen, Jean
Abrahamson, Laura Cullip, and Lee Nelson.
While most professional development
opportunities for staff continue to be offered remotely, our annual conference was held in
person in August. Staff attended Summer Institute, Spring and Fall Regional trainings, the
Language & Literacy Conference, and many webinars. Shari and Joyce have presented
numerous times to other adult educators across this state in the past year. Shari is currently
serving as a mentor in the Statewide Mentorship Program. Participation and involvement in
these and other opportunities make Hutchinson Adult Basic Education a leader among small
rural programs.
ABE Data Summary Information
Hutchinson Adult Basic Education Notes
2022-23 Information
Total Enrollees 201 233 in 202 i-2022
Total Hours 5,569 This is a 14% increase from
the previous year
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Total Participants
Students who attend 12+
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hours are considered
participants
Total GED Earners
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18 GED earners in 2021-2022
Hutchinson Adult Education
Program Summary 5/1/2022-4/30/2023
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Early Childhood Family Education
Submitted by Mary Myers Reinar[s
Data for January December 2023
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) offers a variety of
class options for families with young children. We run during
the Hutchinson Public School District's school year, with a
summer session added for the first time in Summer 2023.
Sibling care is available for most classes upon request. A
sliding fee scale and scholarships support and encourage
families of all income levels to participate in our classes. NO
family is ever turned away due to inability to pay.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
ECFE classes include separating and non -separating classes, FAMILY EDU'CATIDN
parent -only classes, family events, and special one-time classes. Offerings this year included
sessions of parent -child classes that ran for 6 to 16 weeks per session, special one-time events,
and an ongoing open playtime class. We were unable to garner enough participants to hold any
parent -only classes. Summer classes were offered for summer 2023, and all classes were filled.
ECFE recognizes and supports parents/guardians as a child's first
and most significant teacher. Our mission is to strengthen each
family unit through education and support while
providing the best possible environment for the healthy growth
and development of their child. Our 2023 offerings included
classes for specific age levels such as Busy Babies, Wonderful
Ones, Terrific Twos, and Playful Preschoolers, as well as classes
for mixed age groups such as Ones & Twos, Family Times,
Toddler Time, and Open Play. Baby classes all year continued to
be slow to fill. We have learned that parents with new babies are
most likely to register a week or two before the class start date.
We adopted the practice of leaving registration open throughout
the session to accommodate families as babies are born. All baby
classes are offered at no cost.
As an outreach to families with new babies, we restructured our Baby Bucket program. We
created a baby bag that includes a "Future Tiger" t-shirt, a hardcover children's board book,
and assorted pamphlets/gifts from community agencies. Our Welcome Baby postcard was also
redesigned. Parents are invited to attend a free class with their new baby and to pick up a free
baby bag from the Early Learning office.
We adjusted our ECFE sliding fee scale in winter/spring 2023 to reduce the overall cost for
families. Our goal was to keep all classes under $100 for the full cost of the class. Families
responded favorably to this change. In fall 2023, we again adjusted the sliding fee scale to just
three tiers: full, half, and free. We also adjusted the registration process to allow all families to
choose their rate at the time of registration, even if they were choosing the $0 rate. Families
have been very responsive and respectful of this process.
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In April of 2023, we held a successful Week of the Young Child celebration. Work Together
Wednesday was a big hit as families built structures using large boxes navigated obstacle
courses in the gym, and then created art projects and shared a snack in the cafeteria. This was
a free event, with an option for families to make a free-will donation. Parent feedback indicated
that they would like more of these events in the future. We also held two specialty classes in
September and December of 2023, Apple Time and Mitten Mix Up. Registration was slow, and
none of the classes were filled.
2023 was a very successful year for Hutchinson ECFE. Along with classes, we have a robust
Parent Advisory Committee that meets on the first Tuesday evening of each month. Input from
the members has been very helpful in enhancing programming and the members are
committed volunteers at our special events.
2022-23 Community Education Activities
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2023-24 Community Education Goals
• Manage, organize, and develop activities throughout the year for multiple age levels,
current trends, and interests to better serve customers and anticipate needs
• Network and collaborate with people in businesses or as an individual for community
education programming
• Organize at least one new activity per brochure targeting community needs
• Attend Minnesota Community Education Association (MCEA) Conferences, Leadership
Days, training, and classes correlating to Community Education operations
• Continue to participate in networking platforms with MCEA groups, sharing programming
ideas, information, tips, and facility -use information
• Continue ongoing communication with instructors from the idea stage to the actual date
of their activity and final payout
• Organize and maintain rSchool Today, Hutchinson Public Schools online reservation
system
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• Offer Free Open Swim — applied and received a grant from Hutchinson Health to offer
Open Swim free Winter 2024. Grant received for all dates.
Adult Basic Education Goals
Submitted by Shari Brunes
• Reach out to learners in the community in need of Adult Education services; ongoing
• Pretest and posttest to successfully meet national targets of 28% of students achieving
a measurable skill gain
• Collaborate with Southwest Minnesota programs to develop an online GED Bootcamp
course
• Develop grants with partners to assist students as they explore career pathways;
ongoing
• Provide distance learning (online) opportunities using state -approved platforms; ongoing
• Maintain our Google site at www.hutchadulted.com
• Offer digital literacy classes for CareerForce clients to empower them in their job search
and increase employability; ongoing
• Collaborate with Ridgewater and CMJTS to offer adult training and certifications
Early Childhood Family Education Goals
Submitted by Mary Myers Reinarts
• Maintain ongoing quality in our ECFE programming
• Restore collaborative efforts with other local community agencies and businesses
• Continue ongoing assessments of our programming
• Continue to evaluate and update parent and child class curriculum
• Restore collaborations with local preschools, daycares, and in -home daycare providers
• Continue registration collaboration with PRCE to streamline the process for our families
• Distribution of our Early Childhood Screening postcard to families
• Continue our marketing efforts through our ECFE trifold and Facebook page
• Continue to evaluate current class trends through participant surveys and discussions
within our collaborative groups and adjust class offerings as needed
• Continue to look for grant opportunities that would allow us to offer family literacy -
based classes and experiences
• Continue to keep ECFE offerings affordable
• Build participation in baby classes
• Recruit new staff for teaching vacancies
National Community Education Day
Second Thursday of November Each Year
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Planning/Building/Zoning Department
Primary Services
Under the direction of the Planning Director, this department provides long range planning services and
reviews land use plans for consistency with the city plans. It also regulates properties to ensure general
health, safety, and welfare standards for the community. In addition, it offers services that provide minimum
standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the
design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings within
this jurisdiction.
Overall Functions include:
■ Comprehensive Planning
■ Redevelopment Planning
■ Zoning and Subdivision Administration
■ Administration of State Building Code
■ Building Permit Issuance and Reporting
■ Plan Review
■ Commercial and Residential Building Inspections
■ Zoning and Property Maintenance Enforcement
■ Coordination of City Rental Inspection Program
■ Education
2023 Accomplishments
• Permitted over $20,000,000 worth of construction projects
• Completed work on Growth Area Planning Study
• Continue to support Hutchinson Area Joint Planning Board
• Started Downtown Planning Update
2023 Planning/Zoning/Building Department Overview
• Local construction activity lagged due to larger national economic issues such as interest rates and
labor and material costs.
• Hopeful that interest rates, inflation, and worker shortages will not impact growth of Hutchinson long
term.
• Expected Projects
o Michael Court NW Apartment Project
o Northwoods Park Area Residential Development
o Dollar General/Dollar Tree Hwy 7 W
o Continued Residential Development
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PLANNING
Primary Services
Overview — Planning and Zoning Department staff provide a variety of customer services, coordination, and
review services, including processing and reviewing of land use applications. The Department provides long
range planning services and reviews land use plans for consistency with city plans. Demographic information,
as well as projections about population growth are monitored and planned for by this department. The
Department also drafts policies and revises ordinances to implement the goals of the City regarding growth
management and development practices. The Department works closely with the Engineering, Housing and
Redevelopment, and Economic Development Departments.
Zoning is the regulation of property to ensure general health, safety, and welfare standards for the
community. The Zoning Department assists residents and applicants with zoning requests, development
requests and flood plain information. Staff coordinates efforts to communicate with the property owner or
developer by arranging pre -development meetings "up -front" to get questions answered at the beginning of
the project. Department staff issues applications for Conditional Use Permits, Variances, Rezoning,
Annexations, Lot Splits, Platting, and Sign permits.
The Planning Department provides the following services.
• Planning Commission support
• Development Review
• Long-range/Comprehensive planning
• Special land use and redevelopment studies
• Point of contact for lands use and zoning inquiries and property research
• Document preparation for land -use decisions, ordinance updates and development decisions
• Permanent sign and zoning permit coordination and administration
• Building permit review for land use and zoning conformity
• Zoning, Subdivision and FEMA Flood Ordinance administration
2023 Accomplishments:
Reviewed and Processed:
• 20 Applications for Planning Commission
150 City Land Use Applications
• 55 zoning reviews of building permits.
• 37 sign permits reviewed.
• 39 predevelopment/application meetings.
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2023 Planning Commission Items
o CUP for office space in an I/C zoning district located at 756 Century Ave SW
o Site Plan and Lot Split located at 955 Hwy 7 W
o CUP for a driving range and batting cages in an R-2 zoning district located at 940 North High Dr NW
o Final Plat for Island View Heights Seventh Addition
o Preliminary and Final Plat for Forcier Addition
o Preliminary and Final Plat for Les Schwab Subdivision
o Preliminary Plat for Second Addition to the Meadows
o CUP for single-family residence in a C-3 zoning district located at 6 Franklin St NW
o CUP to move a single-family dwelling from 135 15t Ave NW to 1831 Island View Cir SW
o CUP to move a single-family dwelling to 505 California St NW
o Vacation of Easements at 125 Michigan St SE, 509 Hilltop Dr NE and 515 Hilltop Dr NE
o CUP for a used car sales lot in an I/C zoning district located at 845 Hwy 7 W
o Preliminary and Final Plat for BAR Properties located at 845 Hwy 7 W
o Site Plan Review for Les Schwab Tire Store located at 1550 Montreal St SE
o Preliminary and Final Plat for Hutchinson Downtown Redevelopment Plat No. 4
o Rezone a property from I/C zoning district to R-3 zoning district located at 845 Hwy 7 W (north half)
Building Department
Primary Services
Overview of Building Department - MN Rule 1300.0030 states that the purpose of the MN State Building
Code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare, through
structural strength, means or egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy
conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment
and to provide safety to firefighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.
The code applies to the design, construction, addition, alteration, moving, replacement, demolition, repair,
equipment, installation, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, and inspection of any building, structure,
or building service equipment in a municipality.
The code includes among other provisions: The MN Building Code, the MN Residential Code, the MN
Conservation Code for Existing Buildings, the MN Floodproofing Regulations, the MN Accessibility Code, the
Prefabricated Structures Code, the Industrialized/Modular Buildings Code, the MN Plumbing Code, the MN
Commercial Energy Code, and the MN Residential Energy Code.
The purpose and scope of the MN State Building Code clearly convey the complexity and significance of
building code administration. The practical administration of the code includes education, communication,
plan review, correspondence, permit administration, field inspection, and enforcement to ensure the purpose
of the code is accomplished throughout the breadth of its scope.
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Under the direction of the Planning Director and
o Field Inspections
the Building Official, protective inspections provides
o Enforcement of building, plumbing, and
the following services:
mechanical codes (i.e. new and existing
building construction for fire, life, health
o Plan Review for residential, commercial
and safety)
properties and State licensed facilities
o Education of homeowners and contractors
o Clearinghouse for the issuance of building,
on the building code, permits, and
mechanical, plumbing, erosion control,
processes.
grading, and sign permits.
2023 Accomplishments
o Provided plan review and building inspection services as required.
o Educated property owners regarding permit requirements, licensed contractors and state building
codes
o Provided Inspection and plan review services:
■ New Police Facility
■ New Hanger at Airport
■ 5 Below Buildout
■ Citizens Bank Remodel Project
■ RD Machine Addition
■ River House Kitchen and Drink Demo
■ New MITGI Building
Project
• Michael Ct Apartments
Number of Building Permits Issued 2013 Through 2023
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70
60
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40
30
20
10
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CONSTRUCTION VALUATION
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2013-2023
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
2013 — 2023 Total Building Inspections
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25
23
24
20
20
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Staff has researched recent trends of new residential construction in this region by surveying other
communities in the area with populations similar to Hutchinson in an effort to attempt to verify if
the level of new residential construction activity in Hutchinson is common to the surrounding
regions. The majority of similarly sized communities in this region indicate construction trends
similar to what Hutchinson has experienced in recent years. As may be expected, communities that
are metropolitan suburbs or regional hubs have experienced higher total volumes of construction.
However, the overall trend of construction activity in the surveyed region is very similar between
communities.
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■ 2018
■ 2019
2020
■ 2021
■ 2022
■ 2023
Rental License Program
The City adopted the rental program in 2008 and the Planning/Building/Zoning Department took it over
from the Fire Department in 2014. The rental inspection program data suggests that most property
owners/managers are planning and preparing for the inspections. Staff are happy to educate new
rental property owners and new managers who are not familiar with the expectations of the rental
program. Most experienced property owners are actively checking units ahead of time and preparing
them prior to the inspection. They are making repairs to improve the general condition of the units and
this greatly reduces the likelihood of major violations and subsequent enforcement action. City
inspectors are now being viewed as a resource to help the business operate successfully and the
tenants express the support they receive when there are problems or concern that go uncorrected.
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PLANNING, ZONING, BUILDING DEPARTMENT
ADDENDA
CITYGFHUTCHINSON
COUNT OFBUILDINCIPLUMBING/MECHANICAL PERMITS
ISSUED AND VA UATION
2023
Total Number Inspections
1956
Building Permits Issued by Type
Year to Date
Number Permits
& Valuation
Commercial new
1 - $637,353
Commercial Additions/ Remodels
61 - $10,679,667
Industrial new
0 - $0
Industrial Additions/Remodels
2 - $433,200
Fire Sprinkling
14 - $239,990
Total New Residential Units (Single Family, twins, townhomes
20 - $5,441,758
Residential misc. additions, repairs, remodels, etc.
118- $1,252,457
Set fee permits reside, reroof, window replacement, misc.*
458
Subtotal Building Permits:
674 - $18,684,425
Mechanical
147 - $1,485,320
Plumbing*
258
Total Permits issued and valuation
1079 - $20,169,745
*Set fees not included in valuation
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Yearly Permit and Valuation Totals
YEAR
TOTAL NO. OF PERMITS
TOTAL VALUATION
2023
Building
674
$18,684,425
Mechanical
147
$ 1,485,320
Plumbing
258
$
$20,169,745
2022
Building
635
$35,017,196
Mechanical
157
$ 5,510,224
Plumbing
107
$
$40,527,420
2021
Building
715
$34,346,923
Mechanical
197
$ 5,418,155
Plumbing
148
$
$39,765,078
2020
Building
839
$38,937,108
Mechanical
178
$ 2,495,764
Plumbing
137
$
$41,432,872
2019
Building
747
$42,560,147
Mechanical
198
$ 3,955,457
Plumbing
92
$
$46,515,604
2018
Building
1075
$40,161,512
Mechanical
239
$ 4,147,765
Plumbing
110
$
$44,309.277
2017
Building
1962
$60,949,672
Mechanical
232
$ 6,912,447
Plumbing
97
$
$67,862,119
2016
Building
788
$18,429,091
Mechanical
200
$ 1,000,062
Plumbing
94
$
$19,429,153
2015
Building
865
$13,690,216
Mechanical
166
$ 1,247,905
Plumbing
78
$
$14,938,121
2014
Building
779
$12,378,612
Mechanical
219
$ 1,821,629
Pluming
83
$
$14,200,241
2013
Building
879
$14,099,677
Mechanical
190
$ 898,781
Plumbing
70
$
$14,998,458
• Special permits are fixed fee permits for residential
reshingle, resides, window replacements, and
excavations, signs, manufactured homes, fences,
moving, demolitions, decks, residential sheds, and fire
sprinkler permits.
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New Residential Construction
YEAR HOUSING TYPE BUILDINGS UNITS CONSTRUCTION COST
2023
Single Family Dwelling
20
20
$ 5,441,758
2022
Single Family Dwelling
24
24
$ 5,393,727
2021
Single Family Dwelling
35
35
$ 7,397,267
2020
Single Family Dwelling
36
36
$ 7,582,886
2019
Single Family Dwelling
23
23
$ 5,027,559
2018
Single family Dwelling
34
34
$ 6,486,684
2017
Single Family Dwelling
25
25
$ 4,972,795
Twin homes
1
2
_ 373,104
$ 5,234,899
2016
Single Family Dwelling
24
24
$ 4,722,278
Twin homes
3
6
895,100
$ 5,617,378
2015
Single Family Dwellings
20
20
$ 3,623,304
2014
Single Family Dwellings
23
23
$ 4,770,652
2013
Single Family Dwellings
12
12
$ 2,378,254
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2023 Construction Activity
NEW CONSTRUCTION STARTS Valuation
New Homes $ 5,441,758
105 Michael Ct NW 1,977,932
7,419,690
Detached Garages
469 Prospect St NE
35,496
510 School Rd NW
16,565
113 Spruce Ct NW
42,497
700 2nd Ave SW
14,198
725 Franklin St SW
15,618
105 Mark Dr NE
21,298
1831 Island View Cir SW
34.751
180,423
Total New Construction $ 7,600,113
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ADDITION AND REMODELS
102 Main St remodel
2,500,000
RD Machine Addition
2,030,431
5 Below Buildout
798,703
MITGI roof
713,840
Green Castle roof
581,920
TDK roof
429,200
1115 Hwy 7 E solar panels
343,200
1065 5'h Ave SE reroof
276,567
945 5ch Ave fire damage
249,151
Sears Building remodel
200,000
Crosspoint Church window project
153,400
Total Addition and Remodel Work $ 8,276,412
All Other Commercial/Industrial Work 1,495,876
All Other Residential Work 1,072,034
Mechanical 1,485,320
Plumbing 0
Fire Sprinkler 239,990
Total Construction Valuation $ 20,169,745
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New dousing Starts
2023
Site Address Sub Type Owner Name Valuation Contractor Issued Date
1377 Southfork Dr SE
Single Family
Castle Gate Construction Inc
$316,273
Castle Gate Construction
03/02/2023
445 Grant Ave SE
Single Family
Castle gate Construction Inc
$261,160
Castel Gate Construction
03/14/2023
1186 Bluejay Dr SW
Single Family
Bonneville Land & Cattle
$245,964
Utecht Construction
03/27/2023
1188 Bluejay Dr SW
Single Family
Bonneville Land & Cattle
$245,964
Utecht Construction
03/27/2023
1192 Bluejay Dr SW
Single Family
Bonneville Land & Cattle
$233,695
Utecht Construction
03/27/2023
1194 Bluejay Dr SW
Single Family
Bonneville Land & Cattle
$233,695
Utecht Construction
03/27/2023
1550 9 h Ave SW
Single Family
Betker IIomes Construction
$300,453
Betker IIomes Construction
05/23/2023
166 Detroit Ave SE
Single Family
First Class Builders LLC
$297,929
First Class Builders LLC
06/28/2023
1363 Sherwood St SE
Single Family
First Class Builders LLC
$285,979
First Class Builders LLC
07/10/2023
117 Denver Ave SE
Single Family
First Class Builders LLC
$306,388
First Class Builders LLC
07/13/2023
855 Willow Dr SW
Single Family
Betker Builders LLC
$313,545
Betker Builders LLC
07/31/2023
I40 Denver Ave SE
Single Family
Betker Builders LLC
$286,913
Betker Builders LLC
08/24/2023
1175 West Shore Dr SW
Single Family
Myron Schuette Construction
$382,193
Myron Schuette Construction
08/31/2023
1831 Island View Cir SW
Single Family
HRA
$70,591
Bludorn Builders
09/27/2023
141 Denver Ave SE
Single Family
Betker Builders LLC
$306,159
Betker Builders LLC
10/16/2023
174 Detroit Ave SE
Single Family
First Class Builders LLC
$293,364
First Class Builders LLC
10/16/2023
149 Denver Ave SE
Single Family
Betker Builders
$293,461
Betker Builders
10/27/2023
437 Grant Ave SE
Single Family
Castle Gate Construction Inc
$262,290
Castle Gate Construction Inc
11/02/2023
441 Grant Ave SE
Single Family
Castle Crate Construction Inc
$262,290
Castle Gate Construction Inc
11/02/2023
148 Denver Ave SE
Single Family
Betker Builders LLC
$278,203
Betker Builders LLC
12107/2023
New Construction Count 20 Total Valuation $5,441,758
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Police Department
About the Department
Department Staff — As of December 31, 2023
25 Sworn Officers 17 Civilian Staff
1 Police Chief
1 Lieutenant
4 Patrol Sergeants
1 Investigative Sergeant
12 Patrol Officers
1 General Investigator
1 Child Protection Officer
1 School Liaison Officer
1 Drug Task Force Agent
3 Full-time Hospital Security
7 Part-time Hospital Security
1 Community Service Officer
Fleet —As of December 31, 2023
4 Police Administrative Specialists
1 Evidence Technician
2 Part-time Patrol Officers
1 Police Chaplain
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2023 Crime Statistics
In 2021 the Hutchinson Police Department started reporting crime data to the Bureau of Criminal
Apprehension (BCA) with National Incident -Based Reporting System (NIBRS). NIBRS is used by law
enforcement agencies in the United States for collecting and reporting data on crimes. The BCA then reports
all NIBRS statistics to the FBI. Local, state and federal agencies generate NIBRS data from their records
management systems. In Group A Offenses there are 24 crime categories with 52 Offenses. Data is collected
on every incident and arrest in this group. In Group B Offenses, there are 11 offenses with only the arrest
information reported in this group.
1. Key Benefits of NIBRS —
2. Detailed, high -quality data that provides a more complete and accurate picture of crime.
3. Additonal context to understand victimization and offending.
4. Standardized data to compare crime across jursiditctions.
5. Can be used for tactical or strategic analysis at the local, state, and national levels.
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Group A Offenses
• Animal Cruelty
• Arson
• Assault
o Aggravated Assault
o Simple Assault
o Intimidation
• Bribery
• Burglary
• Counterfeiting/Forgery
• Destruction/Damage/Vandalism
of Property
• Drug/Narcotic Offenses
o Drug/Narcotic
Violations
o Drug/Narcotic
Equipment Violations
• Embezzlement
• Extortion/Blackmail
• Fraud Offenses
o False
Pretenses/Swindle/Con
fidence Games
o Credit Card/Automatic
Teller Machine Fraud
o Impersonation
n Welfare Fraud
o Wire Fraud
• Gambling Offenses
o Betting/Wagering
o Operating/Promoting/A
ssisting Gambling
o Gambling Equipment
Violations
o Sports Tampering
• Homicide Offenses
o Murder/Non-Negligent
Manslaughter
o Negligent Manslaughter
o Justifiable Homicide
• Human Trafficking
o Commercial Sex Acts
o Involuntary Servitude
■ Kidnapping/Abduction
• Larceny/Theft Offenses
o Pocket Picking
o Purse Snatching
o Shoplifting
a Theft from Building
o Theft from Coin -
Operated Machine or
Device
o Theft from Motor
Vehicle
o Theft of Motor Vehicle
Parts or Accessories
o All Other Larceny
• Motor Vehicle Theft
• Pomography/Obscene Material
• Prostitution Offenses
o Prostitution
o Assisting or Promoting
Prostitution
o Purchasing
Prostitution
• Robbery
• Sex Offenses (Forcible)
o Forcible Rape
o Forcible Sodomy
o Sexual Assault with
An Object
o Forcible Fondling
• Sex Offenses (Non -Forcible)
a Incest
o Statutory
• Stolen Property
• Weapon Law Violations
Group B Offenses
• Bad Checks (Decommissioned
January 2022)
• Curfew/Loitering/Vagrancy
Violations
• Disorderly Conduct
• Driving Under the Influence
• Drunkenness (Decommissioned
January 2022)
• Family Ofrenses, Nonviolent
• Liquor Law Violations
• Peeping Tom (Decommissioned
January 2022)
• Runaway
• Trespass on Real Property
• All Other Offenses
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Drunkenness (Decommissioned January 2022)
Driving Under the Influence
Disorderly Conduct
Curfew/Loitering/Vagrancy
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Patrol
The patrol division of the Hutchinson Police Department is the face of the department. Many community
members only ever have contact with a patrol officer, making their impact crucial to the integrity of the
department.
Our patrol officers interact with community members when they respond to calls for service, take reports on
incidents that have occurred, patrol neighborhoods, enforce traffic laws, and engage at community events.
Our patrol officers also conduct criminal investigations by interviewing victims and suspects, reviewing video
surveillance, and collecting evidence.
Our patrol officers are very well trained in many areas, including DWI detection and enforcement, mental
health crisis, first aid and CPR. They also work closely with businesses on shoplifting and fraud incidents.
The department has twelve full-time officers and two part-time officers assigned to the patrol division. This
area is led by four patrol sergeants.
During the 2023 year, officers arrested 32 people for DUI's. This
was 4 more than the previous year. These DUI's are not all
alcohol related, some are the result of drugs. The Hutchinson
Police Department forfeited 5 motor vehicles. The 5 vehicles
forfeited were from DWI/controlled substances related crimes and
fleeing offenses.
Citations 622
730
Verbal Warnings 1353
1662
500 1000 1500 2000
■ 2023 ■ 2022
In 2023, officers responded to 364 crashes. 109 of those
crashes were minor and didn't require officers to write a
state crash report. There were 181 property damage
crashes and 9 personal injury crashes. Of the 364
crashes, 65 of them were hit and runs.
❑UI's
4 32
■ 2023 ■ 2022
In 2023, officers initiated 1863 traffic
stops.
There were about 417 less citations
and verbal warnings issued in 2023
than 2022. It is important to note that
not all citations and verbal warnings
issued are from traffic stops.
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Statistical Information
The Hutchinson Police Department responds to calls -for -service twenty-four hours a day and seven days a
week. The busiest time frames for the officers in 2023 were 10am and 4pm.
Calls for Service by Houi
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January started out average compared to all off 2023. February was the lowest month for calls -far -service.
Calls -for -service started to trend up after February, reaching the highest in June. Then there was a gradual
decrease from August through October. In November and December calls increased upwards again.
Friday was the busiest day of the week for calls for service for the Hutchinson Police Department in 2023.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday were all very similar in calls for service. Sunday was slowest day
of the week by 692 calls for service.
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Training
Each year the staff of the Hutchinson Police Department participate in various trainings. These trainings allow
for staff to stay updated on all current policies, information, and technology within law enforcement. The
Minnesota Board of Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) requires officers to complete forty-eight
hours of continuing education every three years in order to renew their POST license.
Emergency Vehicle Operations and Police Pursuits (EVOC)
Officers shall demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to reduce criminal and civil liability when involved in
emergency and non -emergency vehicle operations mode. This training must be designed to give officers both
skill and decision -making ability so that emergency vehicle operations can be resolved safely and successfully.
This will be accomplished with a minimum of eight hours of training, which will include a minimum of four
hours of in -vehicle operation. Simulators may be used in addition to in -vehicle and classroom training but will
not be used to replace the minimum four hours of in -vehicle training. It is recommended that simulator
training be used for decision making training.
Field Training
The field training process is a 16-week, 640-hour requirement for all new Hutchinson Police Department officer
hires. New officers must show progression in job performance and complete all four phases to pass the field
training process and become an independent officer.
Patrol Online (PATROL)
To help cities reduce losses related to police liability, LMCIT has developed PATROL —Peace Officer Accredited
Training Online. While PATROL delivers twelve new POST -accredited courses per year, subscribers can earn
more than forty POST credits per year when they also take PATROL training on POST mandates for Use of
Force and Crisis Intervention and Mental Illness Crisis; Conflict Management and Mediation;
Implicit Bias, and Community Diversity and Cultural Differences. PATROL helps officers stay current
on Minnesota legal issues and is based on Minnesota case law. Content is developed with input from police
liability experts, insurance defense attorneys, and local law enforcement agencies. Each month, a new course
is available for one POST credit.
Additional Training for 2023:
• First Responder Certification
• Firearms
o Qualification (x2)
o Low -light
o Inclement Weather
o Plain Clothes/Off Duty
• Executive Training Institute Conference
• ARMER End User Radio
• 2023 LMC Workshop Police
• Internal Affairs Investigations
• Taser 7 User Certification
• LE Role at Fire Scenes, Fire Investigations &
Fire Death Investigations
• AXON Academy
• Evidence -Proven Strategies to Outsmart
Investigations
• Cellebrite Certified Operator/Physical Anayst
• DMT—Certification/Recertification
• Bouncing Back: Methods to Target Profa
Burnout
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Refreshe
• Critical issues: Duty to Intervene & Renc
Marijuana and Policing
• Occupant Protection Usage & Enforcem
• Standard Field Sobriety Testing (SFST)
Ceres ficatio n/Recertifica tion
• Special Operations and Tactics Associati
• High Threat CQC Instructor
• interviewing Drug Endangered Children
• The Medical Evaluation of Bums in Chilc
• The Medical Evaluation of Bruises in Chi
• Advanced Training on Financial Exploitat
Adults
• DARE Officer Training
• Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving
Enforcement
• Law Enforcement Pistol Mounted Optics
Instructor
• Background Investigations
• Initial Response to Child Deaths
• Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)
• Mentoring and Coaching in Supervision
• Narcan Carry and Use
• New Firearms Laws & Universal Background
Checks
• Peer Support Team Training
• Minnesota Association of Property & Evidence
Technicians Conference
The Hutchinson Police Department Investigations units is comprised of five licensed officers and one Evidence
Technician. This unit is supervised by a Sergeant. The four officer positions within the investigation's unit are
the School Resource Officer, Drug Task Force Officer, Juvenile/Child Protection Officer, and General
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Investigator. All of these positions are rotating assignments which allows all officers to gain valuable
investigative experience.
The Investigations unit offers valuable support to the patrol
officers by following up on investigations that require more time
than the patrol officers can give to an incident. The investigations
unit is able to spend more time gathering information from
witnesses, suspects, and the courts to help solve the crime.
The General Investigator position assists the patrol staff with
more complex investigations. The General Investigator also
works with social services and specializes in working with
vulnerable adult cases.
The Drug Task Force position is with the Southwest Metro Drug
Task Force. This position works with other counties and cities in
drug related incidences to get as many illicit drugs and guns off the
street as possible.
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The Evidence Technician position maintains the collection of all the evidence and property entered into the
evidence/property room by the officers. This position also sends evidence to the MN BCA for lab testing for
DUI's, drugs, and fingerprinting. The Evidence Technician also properly stores and preserves all evidence for
future investigations and past investigations.
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School Resource Officer
The Hutchinson Police Department is contracted with the Hutchinson School District for the School Resource
Officer. The School Resource Officer position is a four-year rotating position within the police department.
The School Resource officer works closely with the Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Middle School staff
and students.
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The School Resource Officer has an office within the Hutchinson
High School and is in the school buildings daily from 7am to
3pm. The relationship the School Resource Officer builds with
the staff and students is a great asset for the Hutchinson
School District and the Hutchinson Police Department.
There was a total of
258 calls for service
at all the schools in
the district in 2023.
There were 119 incidents at the High School, 58 at the Middle
School, 47 at Park Elementary, 29 at Tiger Elementary and 5 at
West Elementary.
Child Protection Officer
The Child Protection Officer is a position that works closely with McLeod County Social Services on a daily
basis. This is a close relationship that we have determined works best to help children and families in the City
of Hutchinson. The Child Protection Officer is a five-year position in the Investigative Unit.
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No Specific Allegations
Abuse/Neglect
Drug/Alcohol Use
Abuse/Sexual
Abuse/Physical
Abuse/Emotional
2023 Child Protection Incidences
10 20 30 40 50 6r ir- qp n
The Child Protection Officer also works closely
with the BCA and the predatory offender
compliance program. This position assures that
all the predatory offenders within the city of
Hutchinson remain compliant with the BCA.
SWAT
The Hutchinson Police Department's Special
Response Team (SRT) partners with the McLeod
County Sheriff Department's Emergency Response
Unit (ERU) to provide officers for tactical response
services. The joint tactical team operates under
the team name, Crow River SWAT. Officers
selected to the team receive advanced training to
respond to situations needing high -risk warrant
services, crowd control, hostage negotiation,
snipers, and critical incidents.
The Hutchinson Police Department's SRT includes
highly trained officers who use specialized
weapons and tactics to handle high -risk situations
beyond the scope of the patrol and investigative
divisions. Examples of situations for which the
SWAT team would be used include high -risk
arrests and warrants, barricaded and armed
suspects, hostage rescue, crowd control, dignitary
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protection, and disaster response. The team's primary goal is to resolve situations as safely as possible for
everyone involved.
Crow River SWAT has approximately ten officers from each department on the team. The team also includes a
separate crisis negotiation team that works with the tactical team to safely resolve these critical incidents.
Officers selected and assigned to the team train one day per month on skills and equipment special to the
tactical team's mission. In order to be selected, officers need to have been an officer for a minimum of two
years, pass the physical fitness assessment, show proficiency with firearms and defensive tactics skills, and
have exhibited sound emergency response skills as a patrol officer.
High Risk Calls
January 23, 2023 600 block Pheasant Run (Winsted)
Deputies went to a residence in an attempt to serve an arrest warrant on a suspect for child pornography. The
suspect resisted arrest and fired shots at the deputies and barricaded himself in a bedroom. The deputies were
struck, but were able to evacuate the home. Crow River SWAT was called and responded. A secure perimeter
was established and negotiations were attempted for several hours. Crow River SWAT assisted with evacuating
a nearby daycare utilizing the armored rescue vehicle. Wright County SWAT and MN State Patrol ERU were also
called to assist with their SWAT teams and armored vehicles, After several hours, Wright County SWAT utilized
drones/robots to make entry into the home. The suspect was found deceased in the bedroom from a self-
inflicted gunshot wound. The suspect also had an assault rifle with him in the bedroom. The deputies were
treated and released from the hospital. Several agencies assisted with this incident. (FBI, ATF, Carver County,
Howard Lake PD, Winsted FD among others)
January 26, 2023 500 block School Rd NW (Hutchinson)
Officers responded to a driving complaint. Upon locating the suspect vehicle, the driver fled. The suspect
ultimately struck a parked vehicle and became stuck in a snow bank. The driver refused commands to exit the
vehicle and instead kept trying to get the truck moving again. He was able to free the vehicle from the snowbank
and rammed a squad car. He became stuck again. The sergeant on duty (who is also a Team Leader on the
SWAT team) organized the officers/deputies into an arrest team. They made a tactical approach utilizing
emergency equipment and less lethal weapons once the suspect vehicle started on fire. The suspect had to be
extricated from the burning vehicle and was placed under arrest. He was found to be under the influence of
meth.
March 1, 2023 900 block Echo Dr (Hutchinson)
Officers and the Hutchinson fire department responded to an apartment for a possible fire. Upon arrival, they
located the apartment with smoke emitting. There was no response from the tenant, so the decision was made
to breach the door to attempt a possible rescue. Upon opening the door, they were met by the tenant whom
was having a mental health crisis and refused to exit. The tenant was a veteran and suffering from PTSD. One
of the responding officers was able to deescalate the situation and calm the male. It was determined the smoke
was coming from burnt food on the stove and did not present an immediate danger. The male was assisted and
the apartment was ventilated.
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May 7, 2023 Main St/2"d Ave N (Hutchinson)
Officers performed a traffic stop. During the stop a firearm was seen in the vehicle and the suspect fled. A
pursuit ensued. The suspect eventually was stopped on a trail when he could no longer continue due to a fallen
tree across the trail. The officers performed a felony stop. The suspect complied and was taken into custody.
Had he not complied, the SWAT team would've responded for an armed male barricaded in a motor vehicle.
May 21, 2023 Outpost (Hutchinson)
Officers were sent to the Outpost gas station on suspicious person/driving complaint. The caller stated the driver
almost struck a person in the lot and appeared to be "on something," due to their behavior at the store. Upon
officer's arrival the suspect/vehicle was gone. Another officer located the vehicle on Hwy 7 east going about 90
mph in a 40-mph zone. The suspect initially pulled over for the officer, but once a second squad showed up at
the stop, the suspect fled. A pursuit ensued. The suspect eventually got stuck when she tried turning around on
the highway just north of Glencoe. Officers performed a felony stop and started giving commands. The suspect
then took out a handgun and pointed it towards officers. The officers took cover behind their squads and tried
to negotiate, but the suspect refused to drop the weapon or exit the van. Crow River SWAT was called out for
a barricaded suspect in a motor vehicle. The armored rescue vehicle was also requested. After a few minutes
the female suspect exited the vehicle with the handgun and took a defensive position behind the van. A deputy
fired a less lethal round with a shotgun. This momentarily caused the suspect to drop the handgun. She
immediately tried to pick the handgun back up. A Hutchinson officer fired a 40mm less lethal round at her. This
caused her to fall back and roll into the ditch without the handgun. She was then taken into custody by officers.
The vehicle was later discovered to be stolen and the handgun was inside the van. The suspect was treated for
minor injuries and charged with several crimes. (MN State Patrol, Glencoe PD, and Lester Prairie PD assisted)
October 17, 2023 18000 block CoRd 9 (Lester Prairie)
Crow River SWAT was called to assist with a suicidal male that was armed with a handgun at a residence. The
male also had his 6-year-old daughter with him. The crisis negotiations team also responded and began
negotiations. The Crow River SWAT team staged near the residence with the armored rescue vehicle in case
they needed to respond. The suspect eventually left the residence with the daughter and fled in a motor vehicle.
After a short pursuit, the officers and SWAT team were able to box the vehicle in and the suspect was taken
into custody safely. The daughter was unharmed. The suspect was a veteran and was having a mental health
crisis.
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Records Units
The records units for the Hutchinson Police Department consists of four full-time employees. The records unit
has a variety of tasks and assists the Chief, Lieutenant, Investigations, and patrol officers with daily duties.
The records unit answers phone calls from the public and assists the citizens who come into the lobby of the
police department. Citizens come into the lobby for a wide
variety of reasons, but most common are records requests,
animal licenses, and fingerprinting.
The records unit is an intricate and vital part of the police
department. They ensure reports are processed properly
and sent to the City of Hutchinson and McLeod County
Attorneys for charges on offenders. They handle the
dissemination of officer's reports to social services,
probation, and citizens who request data. They also
Public Records Request
716
Permit to Purchase/Conceal Carry
Background Requests from Other
Agencies
385
Other Agency Background
Requests (Social Services,
Probation, Housing and
Redevelopment Authority)
169
complete public data requests, permit to purchase handgun
applications, monthly statistical data reports to the State of
MN, the billing for the police department, the annual police
report, and ensure everyone in the police department is current on their required training through the BCA.
Code Enforcement — Nuisance Property
The Hutchinson Police Department has a Code Enforcement Officer who is assigned to all the nuisance
properties in the City of Hutchinson. The Code Enforcement Officer is a three-year rotating position. This
position maintains the files and speaks to the
property owners to try and get the properties
in compliance with City of Hutchinson
Ordinances. The Code Enforcement Officer
also does random checks on these properties
to try and determine if work is being
performed to get these properties in
compliance. If the properties are brought into
compliance, the officer will close out the
report. If the properties are not brought into
compliance within the agreed amount of time,
the Code Enforcement Officer then issues a
citation or sends a report to the City of
Hutchinson Attorney requesting charges
against the owner.
Open Nuisance Properties
so
40
30
20
10
a
2023 2022 2021 2020
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Hospital Security
The Hutchinson Police Department has three full-time hospital security officers and five part-time hospital
security officers. The contract between the Hutchison Police Department and Hutchinson Health went into
effect in 2013. This contract provides for a security officer to be on hospital grounds 24/7. The security
officer has a variety of job duties while out at the
hospital and is a great liaison between the
Hutchinson Police Department and Hutchinson
Health Employees when assistance is needed. Hutchinson Health
Hospital Security Calks -of -Service
1400
1200
1000 1039
800
600
400
200
0
2023
Axon Body Cameras/ Fleet
2022 2021 2020
The Hutchinson Police Department implemented Axon body cameras in 2016 with a donation from a local area
business. This was a great push in getting AXON body cameras for every officer in the department.
Hutchinson Police Department policy states that officers must have their body cameras recording during any
interaction they are dispatched to or come upon.
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Categories
Total Uploads
Number of Videos
20746
Hours of Videos
4142.96
GB of Videos
7143.04
Active AXON Evidence
Number of Active Videos
12894
Hours of Active Videos
2953.87
GB of Active Videos
5093.67
Average Per Day
Number of Videos
Uploaded
56.84
Hours of Video Uploaded
11.35
GB of Video Uploaded
19.57
Files GB % Files % GB
Report
14751
3633.53
68.49
69.74
Traffic Stops
4648
967.15
21.58
18.56
No Action Take
1856
527.15
8.62
10.12
Accidental Recording
166
48.61
0.77
0.93
Critical Incident
69
18.25
0.32
0.35
Uncategorized
34
13.70
0.16
0.26
Training
7
0.34
0.03
0.01
Officer Injury
4
1.48
0.02
0.03
Administrative (Supervisor Only)
1
0.04
0.00
0.00
Citizens Police Academy
The original concept of the Citizen Police Academy (CPA) came from Great Britain, where the United Kingdom
(UK) Constabulary designed a program to give citizens an overview of British law enforcement operations.
Known as "police night school" when it began in 1977, the program was an immediate success.
The Hutchinson Citizen Police Academy (CPA) is a community oriented policing program that is conducted once
a year in order to accomplish three goals:
• To allow citizens of Hutchinson to meet the men and women who serve them.
• To educate in the "how's and why's" of law enforcement.
• To provide Hutchinson Police Officers the opportunity to meet and hear from the citizens they serve.
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The Hutchinson Citizen's Police Academy is ten weeks long and ran from November 2023 to January 2024. CPA
Participants are given a realistic view of the Hutchinson Police Department. A wide variety of topics are
discussed: department history, organizational structure, police officer selection and training,
communications/records, tools and equipment, officer survival, patrol procedures, DUI and traffic enforcement,
use of force or deadly force, arrest procedures, handling of traffic accidents and criminal investigations, gangs,
pursuit driving, chaplain program, crime prevention, critical incidents, youth issues and liaisons,
reserves/volunteer services, and a myriad of other law enforcement subjects. In addition, opportunities to tour
the police department and ride along with a police officer are provided to CPA students. Our last academy was
in 2021 and had six community members attend.
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Public Works (Engineering, Operations & Maintenance, Water, Wastewater)
Core Services
Essential Services
(Programs, services and infrastructure without
which the city would not survive)
Basic Services
(Programs, services and infrastructure that
significantly improve the quality of life or meet
basic needs of the majority of citizens)
• Snow removal & ice control
•
Assessment administration
• Street maintenance
•
Cemetery services
• Emergency management
•
GIS mapping
• Storm water & flood management
•
Infrastructure planning
• Wastewater treatment & collection
•
Mosquito control
• Water treatment & distribution
•
Property data management
•
Residential leaf vacuum service
Critical Services
•
streetlights
(Programs, services, and infrastructure critical
•
Sump pumps & drainage
to maintaining essential services or necessary to
•
Traffic operations
support essential services)
•
Trail/sidewalk maintenance
•
Transportation planning
• Bridge maintenance
• Engineering services
• Forestry operations
• Environmental services
• Fleet management
• Facility management
• Planning & Development services
• Right -of -Way management
• Risk management & legal review
• Biosolids management
Dam maintenance
• Lift stations, wastewater systems
• Meter reading
• Environmental regulations
• Street sweeping & cleaning
• Utility coordination
• Utility locating
The majority of Public Works services are classified
as Essential or Critical services. Many of the
services classified as Basic services and Targeted
services either support higher -level services or
improve the quality of life within the City.
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Targeted Services
(Programs, services and infrastructure that
significantly improve the quality of life or meets
special needs of a specific subgroup of citizens)
• Airport
• Alleys
• Parking Lots
• Public Event support
• General customer service
Special Services
(Programs, services and infrastructure that, if
removed, would not significantly reduce the
quality of life of citizens)
• Crow River fountain
2023 Public Works
Budgeted Expenditures
(all departments, C1P)
31.15 FTE
$23,232,352
Supplies,
1,275,450,
6%
Misc.,
Transfer, 93,100,
263,622 49G
1..
2023 Expense Distribution
Capital Improvement Plan
$7,541,262
32%
Debt service payments
3,150,657
14%
Wages & benefits
3,006,137
13%
Capital Projects
2,849,797
12%
Services & Charges
2,551,327
11%
Depreciation
2,501,000
11%
Supplies
1,275,450
5%
Transfers
263,622
1%
Miscellaneous
93,100
0%
$23,232,352
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Engineering
Primary services
Under the leadership of the Public Works Director
& City Engineer, Engineering provides the
following primary services:
• Work with City departments to develop,
design and deliver public infrastructure
projects.
• Prepare and administer Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP), associated
financing.
• Oversee public improvement construction
contracts and funding from outside
sources.
• Calculate special assessments associated
with improvements, assist with
assessment records and searches.
• Correspond and coordinate with other
agencies and utilities regarding
infrastructure improvements affecting
the City.
• Review and provide support to
developments done by private entities
and the City's EDA.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with
environmental regulations for water,
wastewater and storm water.
Workforce (3.40 FrE):
• Mike Stifter Public Works Director
• Justin Black (S.E.H)
City Engineer
• John Paulson
Proj/Env/Reg Mgr
• Keith Messner
Sr Engr Tech
• Chad Muchow
Sr Engr Tech
• Jocelyn Jacobson
Engr Secretary
• .Seasona/labor
0.20 FTE
2023 Engineering budgets
Engineering:
$ 505,473
OP -Infrastructure
$ 4,432,522
CIP-Wastewater
$1,339,640
CIP-Water
$ 563,600
CIP-Storm Water
$ 125,000
CIP-Engineering
All Funds:
$ 6,966,235
Engineering
100% — —
9096
80%
70%
Wages,
60%
SO%
40% —
30% —
20%
Supplies,
10% 8,600 _ Misc.,
3,450
01/01 Justin Black, S.E.H., appointed as City Engineer
01/17 Mike Softer hired as Public Works Director
Under the guidance of the Public Works Director and City Engineer. Working with other
agencies and departments, Engineering facilitates cost-effective management of the Citys
physical infrastructure. To meet the Citys vision, goals, policies, ordinances and standards,
Engineering works to plan, administer and deliver a variety of Improvements that provide for
a mull -use transportation system, quality public facilities and quality utility services (water,
sanitary sewer,. storm water), all while striving to create a functional, connected, clean and
healthy environment within the City.
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Operations & Maintenance
Streets & Roadways, Cemetery, Airport, HATS Facility and Storm Water
Primary services
Under the leadership of the Public Works
Manager, Operations & Maintenance
provides the following primary services:
• Roadway maintenance
• Snow removal & ice control
• Distribution system maintenance
• Collection system maintenance
• Vehicle & equipment maintenance
• Forestry operations
• Facility maintenance
• Cemetery operations
• Traffic operations
• Street sweeping & cleaning
• General services
• Administration & training
Workforce (11.20 FTE):
•
John Olson
•
Bruce Fenske
•
Donovan Schuette
•
Tim Read
•
Jerome Burmeister
•
Pete Dehn
•
DeNeil Thompson
•
Goeffrey Hansen
•
James Trnka
•
Mitchell Thompson
•
Nicholas Pagel
•
Joshua Alnes
•
Sonja Muellerleile
•
Seasonal labor
Public Works Manager
Maint Lead Operator
Arborist
Equipment Mechanic
Sr PW Maint operator
Sr PW Maint Operator
Sr PW Maint Operator
Sr PW Maint Operator
PW Maint Operator
PW Maint Operator
PW Maint Operator
PW Maint Operator
PW Secretary
1.75 FTE
2023 Operations & Maintenance budgets
Streets & Roadways:
Storm Water:
HATS Facility:
Cemetery:
Airport:
CIP Airport
CIP-HATS Facility
CIP-Mist. Infra
CIP-Streets
CIP-Stormwater
CIP-Cemetery
All funds:
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
$1,677,692
$1,324,948
$ 716,570
$ 152,085
$ 143,905
$ 20,000
$ 0
$ 400,000
$ 594,500
$ 0
10,000
$4,638,700
Operations & Maint
30%
Depr,
20% 275,000
Transfer,
10% 113,622
0%
Wages,
1,188,03
2
Svc & Chgs,
1,065,121
Supplies,
801,850
capital, Debt pmt,
308,836 221,589
Misc.,
40,150
The Public Works Manager oversees operators, mechanics and technicians involved in day-
to-day service provision, and operations and maintenance of infrastructurie, equipment and
facilities Public Works operations & maintenance employees are involved in providing many
different services, routinely working across all divisions performing a wide variety of tasks to
support departmental goals The departments management team consists of the Public
Works Director, Public Works Manager, the Water Manager, Wastewater Manager and
ProjectlEnvironmenta%Regulatory Manager.
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Water
Primary services
2023 Water budgets
Under the leadership of the Water Manager, Water: $4,775,082
Water provides operations and maintenance Cjp--Water t 245,000
services in the following areas: $5,020,082
• Water treatment
• Treatment plant operations &
maintenance
• Water towers and storage
• Water meters
• Distribution system maintenance
• Response to service interruptions
• Coordination with improvement projects
• Utility locates
• Facility maintenance
Workforce (5.65 FTE):
• Eric Levine Water Manager
• Jim Navratil Sr Water Plant Operator
• Randy Czech Water Maint Operator
• Finance staff o.6o FTE
• Seasonal labor 0.25 F7ZF
Mike Den resigned 07109123, Jim Navratil promoted to
Sr water Plant Operator 07110123, Randy Czech
transferred to Water Maint. Operator 08107123
A half -cent sales tax generates revenue of
over $1 million per year. This revenue helps
to pay outstanding treatment plant debt.
Watei
100%
90%
Debt
pmt,
1,371,17
80%
3
70%
Depr,
60%
1,090,00
0
50%
40%
Capital,
902,876
30%
Wages
Supplies,
20%
579,848
185,800
10%
Svc & Chgs,
Transfer,
561,885
13,50500
70,000
0%
The Water Manager oversees and coordinates staff involved in day-to-day operations and
maintenance of the wells, water treatment plant, water storage, water meters and related
process equipment and facilities The Water and Wastewater divisions work together on a
daily basis, assisting one another to ensure both plants function properly and meet permit
requirement..
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Wastewater
Primary services
Under the leadership of the Wastewater
Manager, Wastewater provides operations and
maintenance services in the following areas:
• Wastewater treatment
• Treatment facility operations &
maintenance
• Collection system maintenance
• Response to service interruptions
• Coordination with improvement projects
• Utility locates
• Facility maintenance
Workforce (7.95 FTE):
•
Tim Gratke
Wastewater Manager
•
Zac Pedersen
Wastewater Operator
•
Eric Moore
Sr WW Maint Operator
•
Deb Paulson
Lab Tech/WW Operator
•
John Kent
WW Maint Operator
•
VACANT
Sr Wastewater Operator
•
VACANT
W/WW Relief Operator
•
Finance staff
0.60 FTE
•
Seasonal labor
0.50 FTE
Matthew Keller, W/WW Relief Operator resigned
02117123, Randy Czech transferred from
Wastewater Operator 0810712023.
Paul Moe served as Sr Wastewater Operator
07/10-10/18/2023.
Zac Pedersen hired as Wastewater Operator
10/23/2.3. John Kent resigned as WW Maint
Operator 10/18/23 and was rehired on 11/27/23
2023 Wastewater budgets
Wastewater: $6,396,335
CIP-Wastewater 1 211,000
$6,607,335
A half -cent sales tax generates
revenue of over $800,000 per year.
This revenue helps to pay outstanding
treatment plant debt.
Wastewater
100%
90% Capital,
1,638,085
80%
70%
Debt
port,IlO
60%
1,557,89
5
50%
Depr,
40%
1,136,00
0
30%
Svc & Chgs,
855,920
20%
Wages,
Supplies,
10%
Transfer, 813,235
279,200
80,000
MisC.,
'
0%
�"
36,000
The Wastewater Manager oversees and coordinates the stat9`Involved in day-to-day
operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility, lift stations and related
process equipment and facilities The Water and Wastewater divisions work together on a
daily basis, assisting one another to ensure both plants function property and meet permit
requirements:
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2023 Significant Accomplishments
Maior Improvements
Campbell/Otter Lakes Restoration
Project scoping, design & engineering
Partial reconstruction
Roberts Rd SW (Alan St SW -Dale St SW)
Mill -Overlay
• Century Ave SW (Dale St SW — Boston St
SW)
• School Rd NW (Golf Course Rd NW to
North High Dr NW)
Maintenance Overlay
• 2"d Ave SW (Dale St SW — Glen St SW)
• California St NW (Hwy 7 W to School Rd
NW)
• Dale St SW (Century-S Grade Rd;
Roberts-2"d)
• Market St SW (Denver Ave -Century Ave)
Alley Improvements
• Alley 12 (Taco Johns)
• Alley 54 (Fire Department
Utilities Proiects
Successfully implemented new utility rates
Commissioned 114 sewer deduct meters.
Water
SCADA upgrades
Security upgrades
Wastewater
• Lift station upgrade (Campbell Ln)
• SCADA upgrades
• Security upgrades
• PFAS sampling & source identification
• Reissue discharge permits to significant
industrial users.
Stormwater
• Stormwater Resiliency Grant (N side),
drainage modeling N of Crow River
• 2"d Ave SW pond improvement
Infrastructure Maintenance
• Street repairs, patching & maintenance
overlays
• Trail repairs
• Alleys & parking lots
• Storm sewer repairs (various locations)
• Manhole lining — River line
Facility Proiects
Airport — Lighting system upgrade
Hangar construction
Repair hangar door
Cemetery — Tree removal
HATS Facility -- Fuel system repairs, upgrades
Vehicles & Eauipment
Ops & Maint Single -axle snowplow truck
Brush chipper
Mower 72" front -deck
2 ea. 1-ton 4x2 flatbed dump
1-ton 4x4 dump
Utility trailer
Wastewater 3/4 ton truck w/ service body
Water 1/2 ton pickup
Lawn tractor
Sustainability
Maintained Green Step Cities Step 4 & 5 status
Continued development of EV Smart City
actions
A significant project to improve Otter & Campbell lakes and the River was funded by the State's
bonding bill in 2020. Project goals include: improve water quality, reduce watershed soil loss, restore
habitat; enhance recreation and replenish lost topsail. Work continues to identify projects that meet
these goals A partial reconstruction done on Roberts Rd SW and a number of overlay projects were
delivered. Sturm water modeling was done in the northem portion of the City, a project funded by a
State of MN grant. Treatment plant projects continued with improvements to the SC4DA
(Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems These systems will provide greater operational
control & flexibility.
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2024 Major Goals & Objectives
Major Improvements
Campbell/Otter Lakes Restoration
Michael Ct NW (North High Dr NW — cul-de-sac)
• Partial reconstruction + water main
Oakland Ave SE (Echo Dr SE — Jefferson St SE)
Partial reconstruction + sewer main
Franklin St SW (5" Ave SW -Washington Ave W)
• Full -depth reclamation
Washington Ave W (Lynn Rd SW — Franklin St)
Mill -overlay
Fire Department parking lot
• New construction
Utilities Projects
Water
• Refine SCADA upgrades
• Permeate pump VFD installation
• Biofilter air modifications
• Meter replacement
Wastewater
• Refine SCADA upgrades
• Lift station upgrade (Our Saviors)
• Install remote lift station controls
• Aeration/mixing optimization (E ditch)
Phase II commissioning
• Biosolids optimization project
• PFAS sampling & source identification
Distribution /Collection
• Storm sewer (Clean out Southfork
pond)
• Curtain grouting — (California St,
Alaska Ct)
Infrastructure Maintenance
• Street repairs, patching
• Maintenance overlays
• Trail repairs
• Pavement preservation
• Alleys & parking lots
• Storm water pond & pipe repair
Facility Projects
Airport: Tree removal & drainage ditch
Cemetery: Fencing (Southeast & Ballfield)
HATS Facility: Bonding request
(tempered storage, fuel
system, mechanic space)
Water:
Wastewater:
Vehicles & Equipment
Ops & Maint Single -axle snowplow truck
Sign maintenance truck
1-ton flatbed dump
Asphalt mill
Anti -icing equipment
Wastewater Vactor sewer jet -vac
Sustainability
Maintain Green Step Cities Step 4 & 5 status
fie Campbel%Otter Lakes Restoration project continues with design of projects to meet overall goals,
along with work to secure additional funding to constvct improvements Work is being done to
complement recent reconstruction of Main St through downtown, including Washington Ave Wand
Franklin St SW. Work on Michael Ct NW will support additional apartment housing, and the project
on Oakland Ave SE addresses necessarysewer utility work. Additional parking near the Fire Station
will be constructed to complement last year`s alley project: Work on the treatment plants will
continue, as refinements are made to recent facilities and control systems: Additional storm water
modeling will be done in the southern part of the City, helping to identify and prioritize needed storm
water projects
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2024 Major Goals & Objectives
Funding, Studies Planning & Initiatives
Street Corridor Project Initiatives
• Complete intersection improvements studies, planning for recommended
improvements
• Construction cost analysis
• Assessment policy review
HATS Facility
• Support McLeod County in their bid for state bonding for the addition of 18,000 SF
vehicle & equipment storage, fueling site construction and mechanics' shop
improvements.
Airport
• Address funding for multi -year lighting and hangar projects
• Support Mn CAP funding requests to complete their training facility.
Lakes and River Basin Improvements
• Pursue additional funding sources to support improvements.
• Identify and coordinate proposed improvements with Mn Dept. of Natural Resources,
McLeod County and Renville County Soil & Water Conservation Districts.
McLeod County Public Works
• Coordinate potential improvements with McLeod County
o Airport Rd SE
o North High Dr (west and east of Hwy 15 N)
Water Distribution System
• Water meter replacements
• Review condition of water valves in Clifton Heights Addition
• Mapping of infrastructure on Michigan St SE/NE
• Cross-connection/backflow program
Water/Wastewater
• Optimization of biosolids management operations
• PFAS monitoring and source reduction efforts; new SIU local limits
Stormwater Collection/Treatment Systems
• Storm water system resiliency hydrology & hydraulic modeling
City Sustainability Committee
• Develop climate action plan
• EV Smart City designation
On an ongoing basis, Public Works staff works closely with MnDOT, McLeod County Public
Works, MnDNR, MnPCA, MnDOH, and other government agencies to identify, develop
and/or coordinate improvements and initiatives.
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Community Survey
Periodically the City conducts the National Community Survey. In the most recent 2023
survey, citizens identified the Economy and Safety as their two most important issues.
Several categories in the survey relate to Public Works, including:
Category
Score Comparison to national benchmark
Overall quality of transportation system 63%
Similar
Ease of walking
84%
Higher
slight decrease from 2019
Travel by bicycle
78%
Higher
slight increase from 2019
Travel by public transportation
38%
Similar
slight decrease from 2019
Travel by car
80%
Similar
slight increase from 2019
Public parking
70%
Similar
slight increase from 2019
Traffic flow
53%
Similar
sly increase from 2019
Street repair
43%
Similar
signifrcantinowse from 2019
Street cleaning
68%
Similar
si ig&antinrneasefmm2O19
Street lighting
74%
Similar
slight decrease from 2019
Snow removal
76%
Similar
same as 2019
Sidewalk maintenance
640I6
Similar
slight decrease from 2019
Traffic signal timing
57%
Similar
same as 2019
Drinking water
84%
Similar
slight increase from 2019
Sewer services
88%
Similar
slight decrease from 2019
Storm drainage
86%
Higher
slight increase from 2019
These surveys help to identify strengths and weaknesses in services provided by the
department. Most residents positively assessed the overall quality of the transportation
system in Hutchinson. Several categories were rated higher than national benchmarks,
including ease of travel by walking, the availability of paths and walking trails and storm water
drainage. In 2023, residents gave significantly higher ratings to street repair and street
cleaning. There were slight increases in several categories and slight decreases in other
categories, but, on the whole, 2023s survey improved when compared to 2019.
Street repair increased by 17 points, making it the most significant improvement since 2019,
resulting in scores comparable to communities nationwide. Street cleaning increased by 10
points, another area of significant improvement compared to 2019.
About 65% of residents supported a $250,000 property tax increase dedicated to fixing,
repairing and upgrading city streets and related infrastructure. 59% of respondents
supported a $500,000 tax increase. About 47% of respondents supported a $1,000,000 tax
increase. As expected, considering the increase in Street repair scores, these represented a
slight decrease when compared to 2019.
Public Works staff believes that positive street repair responses may have been influenced by
a number of busy, private roadways and private parking lots being repaired in the survey
period, following significant frost damage in 2019. The City does not maintain private
roadways and parking lots. Several major public capital projects and overlays done in the
survey period, which also likely affected improved street repair scores.
Pavement Management
PCI (by mileagi-_ 75.0 miles
86-100 71-85
2 5, 60
22.90
10.00
H
z
5.00 J
W
(i
51-70 36-50
2021 est. network PCI = 75
2020 network PCI = 76
13.80
0-35
Miles Category
75.0 — City rated
2.5 — City unrated
6.7—MnDOT
6.1— McLeod Co.
90.3 -Total miles
J 5.90 6.80
a
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a
a
Excellent Good Adequate Marginal Poor
Since 1996, the City has used a pavement management system to help manage its
significant investment in pavements, worth well over $200 million replacement cost (+/-
$15,000 per capita).
Pavement condition index (PCI) is determined by periodically conducting physical surveys
of each pavement section, usually every three years (next survey 2026). Surveyors catalog
pavement distresses and assign corresponding deductions. PCI is based on a 100-point
scale (100 = no distress; 0 = fully deteriorated street). Further categories are: Excellent,
Good, Adequate, Marginal and Poor.
The City's goal is to maintain network PCI at 65-75. The current estimated network PCI =
75. In 2020 and 2017, the last surveys, network PCI was 76. Between physical surveys,
pavement sections are assigned predetermined deterioration curves to calculate estimated
PCI. Maintaining stable scores over the last 7 years shows that spending and project
selection are effective and efficient.
Using average costs for various maintenance options, a budget is calculated. The budget
considers increasing PCI by 10%, decreasing PCI by 10% or keeping PCI scores the same.
Projects identified in all three scenarios represent high value projects, so they typically end
up in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Other considerations also affect project
selection, such as traffic safety, condition of related infrastructure, provision for pedestrian
and bicycle facilities, etc.
The system continues to indicate a need for more overlay projects. Several small
maintenance overlay projects have been done recently and larger overlay projects are
included in the CIP.
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Utility Rates
Data is from AE2S Annual Utility Rote Surveys. conducted for more than 10 years. These surveys consist
of a number of utilities located in the upper Midwest who voluntarily provide information to AE25.
Utility Rate Comparison
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Hutchinson's total utility rates are average (-0.1%), when compared to other outstate
Minnesota cities included in the survey. Total utility rates are substantially lower (-28.0%)
than average rates of the top five cities surveyed.
From 2007-2008, when treatment plants were upgraded, to 2012, when the local option
sales tax began, Hutchinson's rates had been among the highest in outstate Minnesota.
Debt service for treatment plant improvements, combined with lower revenues following the
2008 recession, had resulted in high rates.
In 2012, voters approved a local option sales tax, which ends in 2026. In 2023, actual sales
tax receipts were just over $1.87 million. This revenue helps to pay off debt. The sales tax,
along with recent changes to rate structures have stabilized revenues, allowing for needed
repairs and maintenance.
Changes to water and wastewater rates began in 2023. Rates were implemented to create a
fair rate system that better distributes fixed and variable costs, accounts for future needs at
the plants, recognizes debt service needs and to address current and potential regulatory
issues.
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Hutchinson's water rates are slightly below average (-2.0%), when compared to other
outstate Minnesota cities included in the survey. Water rates are substantially lower (-
45.7%) than average rates of the top five cities surveyed.
A new utility rate structure began in 2023. The rate structure implemented a conservation
rate structure, required by the State. The new rate structure segregates base charges for
single-family residential (1.0 REU), multi -family residential (0.65 REU) and
commercial/industrial water use (based on meter size). Residential increasing block rates
are based on 6,000 gallons/month. Commercial/industrial water rates are uniform. This
new rate structure was designed to more fairly distribute fixed and variable costs of
operating the water supply system.
A separate classification for irrigation water was included in the new water rate structure.
Customers purchased irrigation deduct meters to avoid corresponding wastewater rates,
were charged a seasonal fee and paid the highest residential block rate for irrigation water.
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Hutchinson's wastewater rates are slightly above average (+4.1%),
when compared to other outstate Minnesota cities included in the
survey. Rates are substantially lower (-29.0%) than average rates of the
top five cities surveyed.
In 2023, changes to the City's wastewater rate structure were
implemented. The new rate structure segregates base charges for
single-family residential (1.0 REU), multi -family residential (0.65 REU)
and commercial/industrial wastewater (based on meter size). The new
rate structure more fairly distributes fixed and variable costs of operating
the wastewater treatment system, Use rates remained the same for all
customers. Rates are applied to actual water use throughout the year.
By installing a deduct meter, customers avoided any wastewater rates
applied for irrigation water.
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Hutchinson's storm water rates are well below average (-14.9%), when compared to other
outstate Minnesota cities included in the survey. Rates are substantially lower (-53.6%)
than average rates of the top five cities surveyed.
Over the last few years, the focus has been on the area around the Recreation Center/Civic
Arena. In this phased project, the pond at Linden Park was constructed, storm water
infrastructure was installed on the east side of the project area and streets were
reconstructed on the east side. Along with a project in 2023 to address the area west of
the Recreation Center/Civic Arena, finishing touches in 2023 completed this multi -year
project.
Public Works staff has recommended a phased -in rate increase to account for costs of the
Residential Leaf Vacuum service. Even with these additional charges, rates are anticipated
to stay below average.
There are significant capital needs for storm water infrastructure. Efforts in forthcoming
years will focus on understanding the resiliency of local storm water systems in specific
areas. Using information gathered, projects will be designed to better manage storm water
in these areas.
Public Works staff also continues to work with consultants and the MnPCA to consider how
changes to future permit requirements will affect future operating and infrastructure costs.
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HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTC HINSON Request for Board Action
A UTY DN KJAPOSE.
Stormwater, Wastewater, and Community Resiliency Project Report - North
Agenda Item:
Department: PW/Eng
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: John Paulson
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: John Paulson
Reviewed by Staff IZI
New Business
Time Requested (Minutes): 10
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
The City received grant funding through the MPCA for Stormwater, Wastewater, and Community
(SWC) Resilience in 2023 to conduct a stormwater study for the north part of the city. The scope
of work identified in the grant was recently completed and a Final Project Report has been
reviewed by staff, updated and revised, and finalized for consideration.
Two steps remain to complete the project. The first is to host a public open house on June 4th
from 5-7 pm in the City Council Chambers. The second is submitting the Final Project Report to
the MPCA for project closeout, which will occur soon after the open house.
The grant was used to complete a hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling of the City storm
sewer system. The modeling identified parts of the system that have adequate drainage
capacity as well as those that do not. The information will be used to prioritize drainage
improvements and to inform us of future system needs due to changes in precipitation intensity
and duration.
City staff will be available to provide a project summary overview and to answer any questions
that you may have at the meeting.
We recommend approval of the Final Project Report for submittal to the MPCA.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval to finalize and submit project report to the MPCA.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: Yes
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
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Build inga Better World
for All of its'
Engineers I Architects I Planners I Scientists
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for All of Us"
May 10, 2024
Mr. John Paulson
Project/Environmental/Regulatory Manager
111 Hassan Street SE
Hutchinson, MN 55350
Dear Mr. Paulson:
RE: Stormwater Resiliency Assessment &
Action Plan (North)
Hutchinson, Minnesota
SEH No. HUTCHINSON 173627 5.50
Enclosed is our final report for the City of Hutchinson Stormwater Resiliency Assessment & Action Plan
(North). This final report incorporates comments provided by City staff and residents, and summarizes the
analysis process, existing conditions, and proposed implementation projects to increase stormwater
resilience in the City and surrounding area. Also included in this report are modeling results, figures,
opinion of estimated costs, recommendations for future work, and relevant reference materials.
This final report is one of the identified obligations in our workplan for the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency (MPCA) Small Communities Planning Grants for Stormwater, Wastewater and Community
Resilience. The submittal of this report is intended to satisfy this obligation
Sincerely,
Ste, ��
Sam Fink, PE for Emily Jennings, PE
Project Manager
(Lic. MN)
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am a duly Licensed Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
for
Emily Jennings, PE
Date: May 10, 2024
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Executive Summary
The City of Hutchinson covers approximately 9.5 square miles consisting mostly of residential areas
with some industrial and commercial areas and agricultural land. The City, located within McLeod
County, Minnesota, has a population of approximately 14,600. The City is bisected by the South Fork
Crow River running west to east through the City. Campbell Lake runs along the west boundary of the
City. This stormwater project focuses on the portion of the City north of the South Fork Crow River. A
separate study will be completed in 2024/2025 with a focus on the south part of the City.
The City has experienced numerous significant localized flooding events in recent years where street
and residential flooding occurred in several areas. Storms large enough to cause problematic flooding
occurred in 1993, 1997, 2002, 2013, 2010, 2014, and numerous other years.
New infrastructure planning should make use of improved baselines that take into consideration
climate change and its associated evolving risks, as well as social and environmental factors that
focus on identifying areas of vulnerability and target projects that aim to increase infrastructure and
community resilience.
This resiliency assessment and action plan includes an assessment and analysis of multiple
environmental parameters such as land use, floodplains, existing infrastructure, and aims to provide
the City with a clear and detailed prioritization framework that incorporates social vulnerability,
environmental justice, and critical services into the community -wide scale study.
A detailed rain -on -grid XPSWMM hydrologic/hydraulic model was created for the portion of the City of
Hutchinson north of the river. To provide a better understanding on how climatic changes impact local
communities, county specific precipitation projections developed by the University of Minnesota (U of
M) Climate Adaptation Partnership were evaluated and analyzed along with existing infrastructure
and potential improvement opportunities.
The integration of climate mitigation and adaptation requires rethinking the interplay between the
urban environment and nature; the primary focus of this evaluation of potential projects is flood
damage reduction, with the understanding that with the implementation of best management
practices and green infrastructure projects, other benefits will be achieved including water quality
improvements, habitat enhancements and community engagement and stewardship.
An important aspect in fulfilling planning and implementation projects is in building community
consensus. The public open house held and community input map developed as part of this plan was
a valuable tool in understanding the needs of the community and gaining support for future projects.
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Contents
Letter of Transmittal
Certification Page
Executive Summary
Contents
1 Background & Project Goals......................................1
2 Data Collection, Review, & Development (Task 1)
....2
2.1 Review of Previous Studies....................................................................2
2.2 Review of Available Stormwater Data and Field Data Collection ............
2
3 Outreach and Community Input (Task 6) ...................3
4 Existing Stormwater System Resilience Assessment
(Task 2 & 3)................................................................3
4.1
Existing Conditions XSPWMM Model Development...............................3
4.2
XPPWMM Model Calibration..................................................................4
4.3
Stormwater Infrastructure Inadequacy Mapping.....................................5
4.4
Impact of Climate Change on Localized Flooding..................................5
4.5
Existing Stormwater Management Vulnerability Assessment.................7
4.6
Existing Stormwater Management Critical Infrastructure and Damage
Potential Assessment.............................................................................7
5 Identified Stormwater Projects to Lesson Impacts of
Localized Flooding due to Climate Change (Task 4) .7
5.1 Development and Evaluation of Stormwater Management
Improvements.........................................................................................8
5.2 Estimation of Project Implementation Costs.........................................10
6 Proposed Stormwater Management System
Resiliency and Vulnerability Evaluation (Task 5) .....11
6.1 Improvement Concept System Risk Assessment.................................11
7 Summary of Recommendations & Action Plan ........16
7.2 Supplemental Data...............................................................................18
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List of Tables
Table 4-1 — Rainfall Depths used to Simulate Climate Change..................................6
Table 5-1 — Projected Budgets................................................................................. 11
Table 7-1 — Project Priority Recommendation..........................................................16
List of Figurer
Figure 1 —Study Area
Figure 2 — Existing Storm Infrastructure
Figure 3 — Community Comments
Figure 4.1 —Watersheds
Figure 4.2 — Existing Conditions 2-year Storm Results
Figure 4.3 — Existing Conditions 10-year Storm Results
Figure 4.4 — Existing Conditions 100-year Storm Results
Figure 4.5 — 10-year Storm Existing Pipe Capacity
Figure 4.6 — Existing Conditions 2-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.7 — Existing Conditions 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.8 — Existing Conditions 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.9 — MPCA Vulnerability Mapping
Figure 4.10 — Key Infrastructure with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.11 — Key Infrastructure with 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.12 — Damage Potential with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.13 — Damage Potential with 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 5.1 — Proposed Concept Layouts
Figure 5.2 — Project 1 Layout
Figure 5.3 — Project 2 Layout
Figure 5.4 — Project 3 Layout
Figure 5.5 — Project 4 Layout
Figure 5.6 — Project 5 Layout
Figure 5.7 — Project 6 Layout
Figure 5.8 — Project 7A Layout
Figure 5.9 — Project 7B Layout
Figure 6.1 — Proposed Conditions 2-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 6.2 — Proposed Conditions 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 6.3 — Proposed Conditions 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 6.4 — Project 1 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.5 — Project 2 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
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Figure 6.6 —
Project 3 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.7 —
Project 4 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.8 —
Project 5 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.9 —
Project 6 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.10
— Project 7A Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.11
—Project 7B Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
List of Appendices
Appendix A Pending Grants for SWC Resilience Application
Appendix B
Public Comments Summary
Appendix C
Web Soil Survey Data
Appendix D
Flooding Photos
Appendix E
Project Cost Estimates
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Plan (North)
Prepared for City of Hutchinson, Minnesota
Background & Project Goals
The City of Hutchinson (City) secured funding through the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
(MPCA) Small Communities Planning Grants for Stormwater, Wastewater, and Community
Resiliency to study and address localized flooding issues and effects on vulnerable populations
within the City. This plan evaluates the current and future stormwater related vulnerabilities to the
Hutchinson community and populations, including a focused evaluation of the entire northern
portion of the City.
The northern portion of the City of Hutchinson covers approximately 3.6 square miles consisting
mostly of residential areas with some industrial and commercial areas and agricultural land. The
City, located within McLeod County, Minnesota, has a population of approximately 14,600. The
topography within the northern part of the City slopes from north to south towards the South Fork
Crow River. The agricultural land north and east of the City is filled with numerous low areas and
an unknown amount of tile drainage. Some of this land does drain south into the City storm
sewer, but the majority would pond outside the City limits.
The receiving water for the north part of the City is South Fork Crow River to the south and
Campbell Lake to the west. The existing storm sewer is made up of many individual systems with
separate outlets to the river. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
regulatory flood maps, the 100-year floodplain though this section of the South Fork Crow River
is mostly confined within a river valley that is much lower than the majority of the City.
The City has experienced numerous significant localized flooding events in recent years. Climate
change projections for Minnesota show the frequency of these intense rainfall events increasing
in the future, thereby increasing the potential for future flooding within communities like
Hutchinson.
Based on environmental justice mapping available through the MPCA, the City Hutchinson is fully
within an area indicated to have at least 35% of people reporting income less than 200% of the
federal poverty level. Mapping is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's five-year 2017-2021
American Community Survey data and tribal areas derived from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023
Cartographic Boundary File and Minnesota Department of Transportation's Tribal Government in
Minnesota.
This document is a new Stormwater Resiliency Assessment & Action Plan (Plan) that can be
used by City staff, McLeod County, developers, and residents of Hutchinson to increase the
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stormwater resiliency of the community. The City of Hutchinson aimed to achieve the following
goals through this planning process:
1. Identify locations within the study area that are most prone to localized flooding by
developing an XPSWMM model of the stormwater management infrastructure,
2. Identify feasible stormwater improvement projects that minimize localized flooding within the
study area and develop corresponding implementation cost estimates,
3. Estimate the impacts of climate change on existing stormwater infrastructure, and
considering the proposed improvements,
4. Conduct a vulnerability assessment to identify locations where localized flooding impacts
vulnerable populations for existing and proposed conditions,
5. Conduct a damage potential assessment to identify areas of greatest flood damage potential
within the study area for existing and proposed conditions,
6. Conduct a critical infrastructure assessment to identify locations within the study area where
critical infrastructure is at risk of flooding for existing and proposed conditions,
7. Engage the public to obtain input and share information throughout the planning process, and
8. Create features for use in a Geographic Information System (GIS).
Appendix A includes the grant application submitted by the City. Figure 1 shows a map of the
City, study area, and other key features.
2 Data Collection, Review, & Development
(Task 1)
2.1 Review of Previous Studies
The City did not have a comprehensive stormwater study of the entire city. However, other
smaller studies have been completed but were primarily focused on southern parts of the city.
This Plan will be the first comprehensive stormwater study for the north side of the City of
Hutchinson.
2.2 Review of Available Stormwater Data and Field Data Collection
The City provided a GIS shapefile database containing pipe and structure data. Short Elliott
Hendrickson Inc. (SEH) conducted an analysis of the completeness of existing City infrastructure
GIS data for use in model development, specifically focusing on catch basins, manholes, outfalls,
and storm pipes. The data was relatively complete in terms of pipe sizes and invert data,
however there were also some missing data points. SEH identified the most critical missing data
points, which were primarily invert and pipe size data for larger trunk line pipes and created a
dataset marking those locations. City staff surveyed the missing data and updated the GIS
database. Figure 2 shows the updated existing storm infrastructure map developed based on the
survey data for this study.
The City also provided critical infrastructure locations. This data was used in the infrastructure
adequacy and risk assessments discussed in following sections.
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GIS data for vulnerable populations was obtained from the MPCA Environmental Justice
Screening and Mapping Tool. This tool provides many GIS layers related to environmental
justice, but the specific layers used for this project was the layer showing areas of income below
a percentage of the federal poverty level.
Surface data was obtained from McLeod County. The surface data used was the 1-meter
resolution raster derived from LiDAR.
3 Outream ana Communitv InDut (Task 6)
To supplement the City's knowledge and to help guide the project direction, initial public outreach
was initiated in summer 2023. This outreach was primarily led by City staff. Additionally, SEH
created a GIS based community web map to solicit information on past flooding.
The community input map included an interactive web map of the study area to allows residents
and City staff to add digital markups to identify areas of observed flooding or other stormwater
related concerns within the City. This map was used as part of the modeling calibration process
to verify that the model was producing results similar to flooding observed. Figure 3 shows the
community and City input points. Appendix B includes the text comments provided at individual
points from Figure 3. The community input map was hosted from summer 2023 through mid -
September 2023.
In addition to general public feedback, specific engagement occurred with City staff. This
included meeting with staff to discuss scope of the project and identified additional areas of
concern from the stakeholders.
4 Lxisting Stormwater System Resilience
Assessment (Task 2 & 3)
4.1 Existing Conditions XSPWMM Model Development
A 1 D-21D XPSWMM model was developed for the project study area using XPSWMM version
2021. A 1 D-21D model solves for flow in pipes separately with 1 D equations, but flow on the
surface is modeled in 2D allowing for accurate ponding and flooding representation and a more
complete understanding of any complex flow patterns that may be present. Flow can exit the
underground storm sewer system by surcharging and flows can pass from the surface to the
storm sewer through inlets if pipe capacity is available.
Three storm return periods were run in the model, including the 2-year, 10-year, and 100-year,
24-hour rainfall events. These design storms use rainfall depth data from the National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Atlas 14 data for McLeod County, and assume the
rainfall matches the MSE3 distribution commonly used for modeling design storm events. These
storms were later adjusted to be more intense to account for climate change. Note that the
10-year storm has a 1 in 10 or 10% chance of occurring in a given year, and the 100-year has a 1
in 100 or 1 % chance of occurring in a given year.
Soil and land use data is required to inform the hydrologic model how much water can infiltrate
the ground during a rain event. For example, sandy soils will allow much more water to soak into
the soil during a storm, and areas where the land is predominantly paved will result in higher
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rainfall runoff than areas that are covered by natural material like grass or forest. Soil data was
obtained from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Web Soil Survey (WSS) database.
The hydrologic soil group data from the WSS is included as Appendix C. Within GIS, a land use
shapefile was created based on aerial photography to indicate areas that are impervious, grass,
or agriculture. The land use and soil data shapefiles are then used in conjunction to calculate the
amount of rainfall that can't soak into the soil and instead runs off during a storm.
Storm inlet structures within the City are a mix of various types. Inlet rating curves can be
developed based on weir and orifice calculations using the open area and opening perimeter
numbers however, this model assumed that catch basins had unlimited capacity; this practice is
used in the model so that the flooding results depend on the capacity of the storm sewer pipes.
Storm sewer pipe sizes are usually the limiting factor and are the critical piece of information
when it comes to cost estimating and planning proposed projects. The amount of catch basins
needed is better determined during final design so this was not completed as part of this planning
level stormwater study.
The model was developed at a scale that provides as much detail as possible while still having
manageable computation times. Rain -on -grid modeling was used for the majority of the modeled
area. Rain -on -grid modeling refers to a model where rainfall and flooding is simulated by applying
rainfall uniformly over the model surface, the model then solves for water flows off the watershed
and ponds within low areas. This results in a realistic representation of movement of water across
the ground and peak depth of flooding for a given storm. Larger watersheds outside the
residential area of the City utilized Soil Conservation Service (SCS) curve number hydrologic
methodology (TR-55) instead of rain -on -grid in order to reduce the model computation time.
These watersheds represented flow input from the agricultural lands to the north and east of the
City. Figure 4.1 shows the watersheds delineated and rain on grid area. Watersheds were
delineated for the entire project area as shown but were only utilized for the model outside the
rain -on -grid area.
XPSWMM Model Calibration
Numerous rainfall events large enough to cause problematic flooding have occurred in
Hutchinson in recent years. The City has dates and photos for some of these events, however
incremental rainfall data with a time period of hours or less wasn't available for any of the flood
events with photos. The City does have maps marked up showing general areas of flooding for a
number of different storms.
For these reasons calibration was completed in part by discussing the initial model results with
City staff to compare the inundation shown by the model to what has been observed in the past
when a similar rainfall event occurred. The initial hydrologic input parameters used for the model
were estimated based on land use, soils data, and topography. City staff provided feedback that
the model was producing results consistent with what they would expect for a given rainfall depth.
The public comments map notes a number of areas where flooding occurs, and the model is
producing flooding in these locations consistent with the comments.
Additionally, the model surface inundation mapping can be compared to the maps where the City
marked general flooding areas during past storms. This is a high-level comparison because those
storms can't be exactly matched to one of the theoretical storms modeled. However, the model
should be producing flooding in the areas marked on the maps. Appendix D contains these
maps provided by the City as well as text notes and several photos recording past flooding.
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Existing condition model results are shown in the figures as described in the following section.
Visually comparing these model surface flooding results to the maps and notes of past flooding
observations shows that the model is producing flooding in areas matching those marked
repeatedly on the maps.
The model appears to be producing accurate results based on the calibration data available, and
most importantly does not appear to be underrepresenting flooding. Therefore, no changes to the
hydrologic parameters used in the model were made based on calibration.
4.3 Stormwater Infrastructure Inadequacy Mapping
Figures 4.2, 4.3, and 4.4 show the peak inundation extents and depth of flooding results from
the XPSWMM model for the 2, 10, and 100-year, 24-hour storm with Atlas 14 rainfall totals and
the MSE3 rainfall distribution, respectively. These results reflect the flooding that can be
expected under existing conditions using the current rainfall data. Figure 4.5 shows the Atlas 14
10-year inundation depth results and the modeled pipe flow vs the capacity of the pipe,
demonstrating the pipes that are the most undersized. Note that pipe capacity typically refers to
the flow rate a pipe can convey at a given size and slope without being pressurized, meaning the
peak water elevation is below the top of pipe. Pipe flow can exceed this capacity by being
pressurized, meaning that the actual water elevation would be higher than the top of pipe if an
open structure existed. The higher the water elevation is above the top of pipe, the higher the
pressure is and the more flow is forced through the pipe. Flow in storm pipes will become
pressurized once the design capacity is exceeded, however this doesn't necessarily correlate to
flooding. Some pressure flow can occur before water begins to surcharge onto the surface. The
deeper the pipe, the more flow can be forced through a pipe before water starts to surcharge on
to the ground surface out of the manholes and catch basins.
It should be noted that the flow through the pipes is dependent on both the capacity of the pipe
itself, and on other pipes upstream and downstream. For example, if the pipes upstream are
made larger and have a higher capacity, a pipe downstream from that location may show as
more inadequate due the additional flow that can be routed to it from the upstream pipe.
However, the various storm systems in Hutchinson are relatively separate from each other, which
reduces this effect.
4.4 Imoact of Glimate Uhanae on Localized flooding
There are number of climate projection sources, and new climate projections are continuously
being developed. It's generally agreed that rainfall amounts and intensities are expected to
increase in Minnesota. Two sources were considered for climate change for this study.
• U of M Atlas 14 replication tables based on Minnesota 10km dynamically downscaled
climate projections.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Climate Resilience Evaluation and Awareness
Tool (CREAT) Climate Scenarios Projection Map
These climate change models are only projections, but they will serve the purpose of
representing an increase in flood risk that can be used to identify areas that are most susceptible
to increases in rainfall depth or intensity. The projections are best thought of as a guideline for
choosing a factor of safety to add resiliency to any proposed designs, but it is ultimately up to the
community and consultants to decide how to adjust for climate change for a specific study within
the range of projection values available.
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4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
U of M Atlas 14 Replication Tables
The University of Minnesota (U of M) replication tables provide application of NOAA's Atlas 14
methods to dynamically down -scaled climate change projects. The authors state in the data
description that this is intended as a proof of concept at this time. The projections are provided
for each county, so the McLeod County data was used. Projections are presented for different
times in the future and with different emission scenarios. The 2080 to 2097 high emissions
scenario was referenced for this project as it is the most conservative. The 24-hour rainfall totals
from this source are shown in Table 4-1.
EPA CREAT
The EPA CREAT tool was created to assist water sector utilities in assessing climate -related
risks to assets and operations. It provides projections in several categories including both
precipitation and intensity. The precipitation increases are less applicable to the modeling
approach in this case as they are annual rainfall totals. The storm intensity increases would be
more relevant to the shorter (24-hour) duration storms used for this project. They present a
"Stormy" and "Not as Stormy" scenario for 2060 for the 100-year storm. McLeod County is
showing a 6.1 % increase for the "Not as Stormy" scenario, and a 29.6% increase in intensity for
the "Stormy" scenario. The average 2060 projected increase in intensity from this source is
17.9%. The rainfall adjustments made based on these values are included in Table 4-1.
Climate uaia used for Hnaiysis
Both sources listed above were used to develop the climate projection rainfall totals to use in this
study. The U of M rainfall totals for the 2-year and 10-year increase by 1.4 and 14 percent
respectively compared to the Atlas 14 values. While it may be true that the intensity of smaller
storms won't increase by as much, the purpose of this study is to incorporate additional resilience
into the design event.
For the purposes of this study, the design event was developed using the 10-year climate
adjusted storm. To ensure the 10-year rainfall total is adjusted by enough to be able to
accommodate larger storms and account for the high uncertainty of potential increases in rainfall
intensity, the 10-year rainfall total was instead adjusted by the average EPA CREAT value
(17.9%) rather than the smaller percent increase indicated by the U of M data. Similarly, the
adjusted 2-year rainfall total modeled to represent climate change was also derived by multiplying
the Atlas 14 total by 17.9%. The 100-year storm climate adjusted storm modeled used the higher
increase shown in the U of M data.
Table 4-1 shows the rainfall depths used for climate change scenarios.
fable 4-1 — Kaintau ueptns used to simuldLU %.,,mdne Change
NOAA Atlas 14 24-hour Rainfall Total
2.76
4.08
6.89
(in)
U of M Precipitation Depth Estimates
2.8
4.65
8.46
(24-hour) (in)
(1.4%)
(14.0%)
(22.8%)
EPA CREAT Precipitation Depth
3.25
4.81
8.12
Estimates (24-hour) (in)
(17.9%)
(17.9%)
(17.9%)
Final Rainfall Total Used
3.25
4.81
8.46
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4.5
5
Resiliency of Existing Stormwater System to Climate Change
The existing conditions model was run with the projected climate change rainfall depths,
described above, with the MSE3 distribution for the 2, 10, and 100-year events. The depth results
of the climate change scenarios are shown in Figure 4.6, 4.7, and 4.8, respectively.
Existing Stormwater management vulnerability Assessment
Figures 4.9 shows the MPCA's mapping for environmental justice areas. This figure
demonstrates that the nearly the entire city and modeled area are within an area classified as
having at least 35% of people with reported income less than 200% of the federal poverty level.
Impacts to residents could be both in the form of affecting their own property or community
infrastructure that they rely on. The existing mapping should provide benefits in the form of
knowing risks that property owners may or may not be aware of.
Existing SiUI I I IVVater Manayt, I it It Critical Infrastructure and
Damage Potential Assessment
The City provided input identifying critical infrastructure locations. Critical infrastructure is defined
as facilities that must be able to remain open or accessible during flooding or other emergencies
based on public safety, such as a fire station or hospital. A building footprint shapefile was also
developed as part of the GIS database to more easily identify when structures are indicated as
being exposed to flooding during one of the modeled events.
Figures 4.10 and 4.11 respectively show the flood extents and depth results for the 10 and 100-
year events (adjusted for climate change) with critical infrastructure identified. Figures 4.12 and
4.13 show the flood extents and depth results for the 10 and 100-year events (adjusted for
climate change) with inundated buildings and building values identified. The buildings are
symbolized to indicate the approximate average depth of flooding at the building locations. These
figures can be used as a tool to show which properties and structures are most likely to
experience flooding increases in the modeled climate change scenario. Assessing monetary
impact of these increases would require more detail specific to the site such as the elevation of
structures within the property.
Identified Stormwater Projects to Lesson Impacts
of Localized Flooding due to Climate Change
(Task 4)
Understanding the stormwater needs is a critical piece of this study, as is identifying potential
future steps to ensure that adequate investment is made into the infrastructure to best serve the
public needs. Below follows a series of potential projects for consideration. Results and
recommendations follow in Section 6 of this report.
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5.1 Development and Evaluation of Stormwater Management
Improvements
The stormwater management improvements modeled were identified using the mapping data
above combined with the City's knowledge of areas with historical complaints or flooding history.
The public feedback and future reconstruction plans were also considered in the development of
the potential improvements. Figure 5.1 shows the improvement concept areas, the number IDs
correspond to the more detailed descriptions below. The proposed changes discussed below
have only been developed to a conceptual level at this time. Additional design will be needed for
each selected project to confirm the best routing, pipes to replace, location and size of ponds,
and location of catch basins, as applicable. These conceptual level model results demonstrate
the magnitude of improvement that can be expected and the size of trunk line pipe that will be
needed to achieve these results. Estimated quantities are included in the cost estimate section of
this report.
5.1.1 Project 1: Increase Storm Sewer Capacity from the Low Area at 8th
Avenue NW
Project 1 aims to reduce flooding north on 8th Avenue NW in the northwest part of the City. This
project involves increasing storm sewer capacity from 8th Avenue NW, down Colorado Street NW,
and west on Colorado Court NW before cutting across Shady Ridge Road NW and creating a
new outlet. It may be possible to daylight the new storm pipe north of Shady Ridge Road NW and
add additional ditch grading and pipe capacity under Shady Ridge Road NW to reduce total pipe
length. However, this preliminary analysis conservatively estimated longer pipe would be needed
due to the proximity of several homes that may make fitting a larger open channel difficult. There
was a resident comment noting that erosion was common near this outlet area, so it may be
possible to address that issue as part of this project. Figure 5.2 shows the layout for this concept.
The path shown follows existing pipe as much as possible, however if easements along this
alignment are problematic there are other potential routing options. Running the new pipe south
on Colorado Street NW and then west on Campbell Lane NW would result in longer pipe length,
but would stay within roadway for most of the length and should be able to make use of existing
easements by discharging to the same location as an existing pipe.
5.1.2 F i eject 2: IncrCa6e Storrs I Sewer GaNacity fro,, i the Low Area at Th
Avenue NW
This project involves increasing storm sewer capacity from the intersection of Colorado Street
NW and 7th Avenue NW straight west to a new outlet to Campbell Lake. Figure 5.3 shows the
layout for this concept. This project also includes replacing storm sewer from the backyards south
of 7th Avenue NW to the west and north on Shady Ridge Road NW until it connects with the rest
of the proposed storm sewer. This sewer would replace the existing 10-inch tile line along this
location with larger capacity storm sewer pipe. This would be a new outlet location and would
require acquiring an estimated 400 feet of right of way as shown. However, it would also be
possible to keep the pipe within Shady Ridge Road NW and connect to the pipe from Project 1;
this would avoid the need for new easements and a new outlet location. If Project 1 were instead
routed south on Colorado Street NW, Project 2 should then also be connected to it to share an
outlet.
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5.1.3 Project 3: Increase Storm Sewer Capacity from the Low Area at School
Road NW and the Low Area at California Street NW and Add Ponding
Downstream to the North of State Highway 7 W
This project would involve increasing storm sewer capacity along School Road NW and California
Street NW and adding a detention pond north of the Jay Malone Motors property. The first storm
sewer run would come from the low area at School Road NW and then run south in the
backyards before discharging into the pond. Another stretch of pipe will start on A Avenue NW
and head north on West Boulevard NW before connecting to the pipe running south. Alternate
routing options may be available to keep more of this proposed pipe within existing right of way,
but catch basin leads would still need to extend behind the homes east of School Road NW and
West Boulevard NW if backyard flooding is to be reduced. The second storm sewer run included
in this project concept would start along California Street NW at the intersection with 7th Avenue
NW and head south before turning west to the proposed pond. It would also connect to a
proposed pipe run coming from A Avenue NW that heads east and connects on California Street
NW. The pipe that currently drains this area would need to be upsized from the existing 8" pipe.
Figure 5.4 shows the layout for this concept.
At this time, the pond was assumed to have a total footprint of approximately 2.0 acres to fully
utilize the available open space. The pond bottom was set at an elevation of 1044 (note that all
elevations referenced are in in NAVD88).This will result in a pond that is approximately 9 to 11
feet deep and would require fencing or other safety considerations. The preliminary outlet
structure modeled was a 12-inch pipe to limit the amount of outflow and utilize the volume added.
The size of the pond and outlet structure will be refined during final design. It's likely that the
pond will be able to be made smaller than shown depending on the final design of the outlet
structure and desired discharge rate from the pond to the existing storm system on State
Highway 7 W.
5.1.4 Project 4: increase Storm Sewer capacity trom the Low Area o
Northwoods Avenue NE and Maple Street NE
This project would involve increasing storm sewer capacity from Ash Street NE, Maple Street NE,
and Northwoods Avenue NE to a new outlet into the existing stormwater pond northeast of the
Maple Street NE and Northwoods Avenue NE intersection. This scenario also includes replacing
and increasing the size of the 6-inch tile line running through backyards between Maple Street
NE and Spruce Street NE. Figure 5.5 shows the layout for this concept.
5.1.5 Project 5: Add Ponding in Backyards South of McLeod Avenue NE
This project would involve adding storage at the existing low point in the backyards south of
McLeod Avenue NE and west of Prospect Street NE. This project involves adding storm sewer
from the McLeod Avenue NE and Ash Street NE intersection as well as from the backyards east
of Prospect Street NE. Figure 5.6 shows the layout for this concept. The intention of this concept
is to expand the existing low area in the back yards to reduce the street flooding by equalizing the
inundation with the low area in the backyard space. Backyard flooding also appears to be severe
enough to impact homes, additional storage in this area would help reduce the potential for
flooding of the surrounding structures. The size and shape of the pond along with the alignment
of the inlet and outlet systems would need to be revised during final design based on homeowner
involvement, ability to obtain necessary easements, and other constraints.
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5.1.6
5.1.7
5.2
Project 6: Increase Storm Sewer Capacity from Garden Road NE
This project would involve raising and increasing storm sewer capacity along Garden Road NE,
Lindy Lane NE, and Hilltop Drive NE and creating a new outlet to the pond south of Luce Line
State Trail. Figure 5.7 shows the layout for this concept. The project is intended to reduce street
flooding on Garden Road NE, Lindy Lane NE, and Hilltop Drive NE. In this proposed concept the
pipe from Garden Road NE is routed through an existing pond rather than being connected
directly to the pipe going west along the back yards of homes south of Hilltop Drive NE. This
feasibility scenario also increases the size of the pipe leaving the pond and running west; this
was done to keep the pond high water elevation from impacting the pipe capacity along the new
Garden Road NE pipe.
Project 7: Increase Storm Sewer Capacity trom Industrial Boulevard SE
This project would involve raising and increasing storm sewer capacity starting at Industrial
Boulevard SE and traveling north, joining with and replacing pipe along the Luce Line State Trail,
and discharging to a new outlet into a low area west of Michigan Street NE and south of State
Highway 7 W. Two versions of this project were created, the first option, 7A, also upsized the
pipe going west from the low area on Industrial Boulevard SE towards Michigan Street NE. The
second option, 7B, instead abandoned this pipe going west to see if doing so would noticeably
reduce the flow to the problematic stormwater pond located just south of 2nd Avenue SE on the
east bank of the South Fork Crow River.
Figure 5.8 shows the layout for Project 7A and Figure 5.9 shows the layout for Project 7B.
Estimation of Project Implementation Cost:
Project implementation costs were estimated for each project identified above. With the limited
information available, cost estimates should be considered budgetary assuming implementation
within the next year and should be refined and inflated as necessary based as the project
progresses and based on the potential schedule of construction.
Cost estimating was completed with the expectation that the storm sewer infrastructure will
require a reconstruction of the associated surface roadway improvements. While it is likely that
additional work may take place as part of the same construction project, such as sanitary sewer
and potable water system replacement, these costs are not included at this time. A summary of
projected budgets for each project is shown in the table below. Note that these costs do include a
30 percent contingency. The costs do not include engineering fees or potential right of way/
easement costs.
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Table 5-1 — Projected Budgets
Lit Project Name
#1 -
$1,400,000
#2
$1,050,000
#3 -
$4,500,000
#4 -
$2,400,000
#5 -
$240,000
#6 -
$1,800,000
#7A -
$3,100,000
#713 -
$2,950,000
sum
$17,440,000
An overall summary of the budget assigned to each project is listed in the table below. Further
details can be seen in Appendix E.
Proposed Stormwater Management System
Resiliency and Vulnerability Evaluation (Task 5)
Improvement Concept System Risk Assessment
Figures 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3 respectively show the model results for the 2-year, 10-year, and 100-
year climate adjusted storm events with all the improvement concepts added to the model as
described in section 5 of this report. These figures also include approximate average flood depth
around buildings with the proposed concepts in place. The building flood depth results can be
compared to those in the existing conditions results in Figures 4.12 and 4.13 to visualize the
flood risk reduction for numerous structures by adding the proposed improvement concepts. Note
that these figures reflect Project 713 being in place, results for 7A are shown separately. These
figures demonstrate potential benefit of the improvement concepts.
It's important to note that while these projects can provide significant improvements in the worst
flooding areas, larger storms above the design event may still overwhelm even an improved
storm system. The concepts developed for this study focus on reducing the most severe flooding.
Improving smaller nuisance flood areas may be possible through the implementation of green
stormwater infrastructure (GSI) concepts within the city and depending on the extents of a given
project and should be reviewed closer during final design stages.
Project 1 Results
Peak Flooding Analysis
With project concept 1 in place the model shows a significant reduction in flood depths and
extents on 8th Avenue NW. The larger storm sewer lowered the flood elevations in the flooding
areas by up to 1.4 feet. Project 1 would significantly reduce street flooding for the 10-year climate
adjusted design event as shown in Figure 6.4. The final routing and location of the storm sewer
system outlet, and subsequently the contributing area, would need to be determined during final
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design to ensure that the highest benefit is achieved for the cost. There is also a noticeable
reduction in flood water within the golf course area where storm pipe from 8th Street NW
previously discharged.
6.1.1.2 Recommendations
Project 1 is an effective solution to flooding on 8th Avenue NW and it is recommended to pursue
this project further to acquire funding and move towards a final design. Further investigation into
possible routing options is the next step that should be taken as this may impact the length of
pipe required. If the new outlet west is not feasible as shown in the preliminary layouts of this
report, Project 1 could potentially be routed south to Campbell Lane NW and combined with
Project 2, however this would increase total pipe length by approximately 1500 feet.
6.1.2 Project 2 Results
6.1.2.1 Peak Flooding Analysis
Project 2 is highly effective at reducing street flooding during the design event. With Project 2 in
place the peak depth of flooding in the intersection of 7th Avenue NW and Colorado Street NW
was reduced by approximately 1.2 feet during the 10-year climate adjusted design event. Flood
depths in the back yards just southeast of the Shady Ridge Road NW and 7th Avenue NW
intersection are shown as being lowered by approximately 1.4 feet.
Figure 6.5 shows the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 2 completed.
6.1.2.2 Rlnrnmmanrlatinn,
It is recommended to pursue further funding for this project and incorporate it into future roadway
projects when possible. The project concept as shown in the figures discharges the flow from 7th
Avenue NW to a new outlet, however it may make more sense to route the proposed storm pipe
north on either Shady Ridge Road NW or Colorado Street NW to connect with storm pipe added
as part of Project 1. Alternatively, it may be preferred to route this area south to Campbell Lane
NW as described above and combine it with Project 2. For that reason, it is recommended to
combine these into one project for funding for at least the next phase of design, even if they are
ultimately constructed separately.
6.1.3 Project j Results
6.1.3.1 Peak Floodinn Analvcic
The model results show that Project 3 can significantly reduce flood depth and extent in some of
the largest and deepest flood prone areas on and near School Road NW and California Street
NW for the 10-year climate adjusted design event. The flooding depths on School Road NW and
California Street NW were reduced by up to 1.6 feet due to the project improvements. There is
also a large reduction in flood extents on West Boulevard NW and in the backyards of homes
between School Road NW and West Boulevard NW. As a result of Project 3 there are 17
structures a significant reduction in flood risk for the 10-year climate adjusted design storm.
Figure 6.6 shows the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 3 completed.
6.1.3.2 Recommendation1c
Project 3 is the largest project that was studied and is shown to have the most benefit in terms of
number of structures that benefit from reduced flood risk and is recommended to move forward to
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implementation. This project could also be done in phases as there are currently two different
storm systems shown to be routed to the pond. There are a higher number of structures that
would have flood risk reduced by the School Road NW/West Boulevard NW portion of the project
than there are by the California Street NW branch of the project.
The proposed pond is storing approximately 20 acre-feet of water at the peak as modeled for the
10-year climate adjusted design event. This is a very large volume of water due to the depth of
the pond and the very restrictive outlet pipe. The size of this pond could most likely be reduced
substantially during later design phases by utilizing a complex outlet structure optimized to limit
increases to flow rates discharged towards State Highway 7 W without needing to store as much
water. The next phase of design should focus more on sizing of the pond once the contributing
drainage area, availability of land for acquisition, and other constraints are confirmed.
6.1.4 Project 4 Kesuits
6.1.4.1 Peak Flnndinn Analvcic
Figure 6.7 shows the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 4 completed. The
increase in storm sewer capacity reduces the flooding depths by approximately 0.9 feet on Maple
Street NE, almost completely removing the surface flooding for the 10-year climate adjusted
design event. Flood depths are also reduced in several back yard locations where pipe capacity
was increased, but to a lesser extent than within the roadways.
6.1.4.2 Recommendation1c
Project 4 shows a significant reduction in flooding on Maple Street NE can be achieved. This
project appears impactful enough that it should be considered for future implementation, either on
its own or in conjunction with a larger roadway reconstruction project in the area.
If residents haven't reported problems with the amount of back yard flooding they are
experiencing, the storm pipe in this concept that is outside of the City Right of way could be
excluded to simplify and reduce expense of the project; this would have no effect on the flooding
improvements seen within the roadway right of way.
6.1.5 Project 5 Re.sults
6.1.5.1 Peak Floodinq Analysis
Figure 6.8 shows the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 5 completed. This
project alternative reduces flooding by 0.25 to 0.33 feet (3 to 4 inches) in the area of McLeod
Avenue NE and Prospect Street NE. Flood depths behind homes south of McLeod Avenue NE
and west of Prospect Street NE are reduced by up to 0.6 feet (7 inches), and flood depths are
reduced by over a foot in the backyards of homes east of Prospect Street NE and Carlisle Street
NE. Adding approximately 3 acre-feet of flood storage with a pond in the backyard should help
reduce the potential for inundation of the structures as was depicted in existing conditions.
The reduction in roadway flooding is minimal with this project, however there is a significant
reduction in backyard flooding that does appear to have the potential to impact homes during the
design event. The proposed changes show three or four homes where flood risk to the structure
could be reduced by the project. The pond could potentially be refined and made smaller than
what is currently in the model; however, it would still impact backyard space of several homes.
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6.1.5.2 I Recommendation
The existing flooding appears to only impact a few properties, so it may be difficult to get the
approval of all the residents in the area. Given that this project would require construction outside
the right of way and buy in from multiple homeowners, it's priority should fall below other projects
included in this study.
A potential next step for this project would be to get feedback from impacted homeowners to
determine how frequently they are seeing flooding, how much of a problem it is, and how well it
matches the model results. If they are seeing problematic flooding and seem receptive to the
excavation of a pond in the area, then further study could be done at that time to determine the
space available and minimum size required to achieve the desired results.
This project concept only resulted in a minimal reduction in roadway flooding. It may make more
sense to approach it as a smaller GSI type project that is only intended to reduce nuisance back
yard flooding.
6.1.6 Project 6 Results
6.1.6.1 Peak Flooding Analysis
Figure 6.9 shows the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 6 completed. This
project alternative reduces flooding around Garden Road NE, Lindy Lane NE and Hilltop Drive
NE. There is reduction in peak flood depths of up to 0.6 feet (7 inches) on Garden Road NE, up
to 1.0 feet on Lindy Lane NE, and 1.1 feet on Hilltop Drive NE. This project alternative provides
expected storm sewer sizing that would be recommended if the streets and storm system in this
area are to be reconstructed.
The results show that flooding can be reduced here, however the possible configurations
regarding pipe routing and inclusion of downstream ponding are numerous. It may be possible to
bypass the existing pond and directly connect the larger pipe on Garden Road NE to the pipe
going west south of Hilltop Drive NE; however, this would require that downstream pipe is also
upsized as a part of Project 7. Additionally, doing this may slightly reduce the effectiveness of
Project 7 in reducing flooding to the south by adding more flow without attenuation through the
pond.
The City has also stated that the pond may be relocated in the future, which would impact the
final design. Relocating the pond may also provide an opportunity to increase volume to better
handle the runoff from Garden Road NE.
There is a low area just south of 640 State Highway 7 E on the north side of Lindy Lane NE that
still shows flooding with proposed conditions. This area is very low and does appear to contain
one structure. Eliminating flooding in this location for the design event wasn't possible with the
feasibility projects tested; this is because the elevation of this area is almost as low as the pond
downstream.
6.1.6.2 RinrnmmanrlatinnQ
If Project 6 and 7 are not designed or constructed at the same time, it's recommended to
prioritize the implementation of Project 7 and any changes to the existing pond or land use in the
vacant lots to the south prior to reconstruction of the Garden Road NE storm system. Once the
downstream conditions are determined, the preferred routing for the Garden Road NE system
can be finalized.
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The structure in the lower area south of 640 State Highway 7 E may be more cost effective to
elevate or buyout if it has experienced repeated flood damage and losses. However, this doesn't
appear to be a residential structure so buyout and removal may not be critical. The elevation of
the property is too low for a storm sewer system to wholly mitigate the flooding concerns given
the downstream system constraints. This may be evaluated and assessed further once the final
design for the Lindy Lane NE and Garden Road NE storm sewer system is developed.
6.1.7 Project 7 Results
6.1.7.1 Project 7P
Figure 6.10 shows the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 7A completed. Note
that these results also assume Project 6 has been constructed to ensure contributing flow from
that section of storm sewer is accounted for. This project alternative reduces flooding around
Industrial Boulevard SE. There is reduction in peak flood depths of approximately 1.1 feet on
Industrial Boulevard SE for the 10-year climate adjusted design storm compared to existing
conditions. This project alternative reduces flooding slightly more than 7B due to the higher
capacity pipe to the west allowing more water to flow to 2nd Avenue SE.
The City has noted that the stormwater pond located on the east bank of the South Fork Crow
River just south of 2nd Avenue NE overtops and needs repairs regularly. The peak flow rate
during the 10-year climate adjusted design storm in the storm sewer system to this pond is 89 cfs
under existing conditions and 108 cfs with Project 6 and 7A in place. This is approximately a 20-
percent increase in system capacity over existing conditions.
Project 7 (both versions) increase flood elevations in the low area north of Arch Street SE and the
Luce Line State Trail by approximately 2.0 feet over existing conditions. This increase in flood
elevation appears limited to the open area that appears free of structures so may not be
problematic for the design event. An increase in flood elevations will require obtaining a flood
easement if the property is not currently under the City's ownership.
6.1.7.2 Project 7B
This project alternative abandons the pipe that heads west to Michigan Street NE and 2nd Avenue
SE and redirects flow to only head north towards Luce Line State Trail. There is reduction in peak
flood depths of approximately 0.8 feet on Industrial Boulevard SE for the 10-year climate adjusted
design storm compared to existing conditions, 0.3 less than with Project 7A. Figure 6.11 shows
the 10-year climate adjusted storm results with Project 7B completed. Note that this also
assumes Project 6 has been completed as well.
The peak flow rate during the 10-year climate adjusted design storm in the storm pipe to the
stormwater pond south of 2nd Avenue SE is 89 cfs under existing conditions and 60 cfs with
Project 6 and 7B in place. This is a 33 percent reduction compared to existing conditions, and 45
percent less than Project 7A.
6.1.7.3 Rt;uu,,IIIIendatl011a
At this time Project 7B is recommended over 7A; the City has noted that the pond south of 2nd
Avenue SE has experienced overtopping issues with the current system flowing to it, so
increasing discharge to it as is the case with Project 7A would only make existing problems
worse. Project 7B reduces the peak flow rate to this pond, which should reduce the frequency of
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overtopping and damage, though it's not possible to estimate by how much without a more
detailed study specific to the pond.
Project 7B also provides a significant flood reduction to two localized areas, with flooding
mitigated for at least one non-residential structure under the design event. If the owners of these
properties are seeing problematic flooding as often as indicated by the model, this project may be
worth pursuing further.
Design of Project 7 should account for the possible changes to Garden Road NE to ensure that
the pipe along the Luce Line State Trail has adequate capacity and at elevations that will allow tie
in with the storm sewer system to the east.
Summary Ot KecornmPnd;;tinn.o, R Artinn Plan
This report is intended to provide a guide as the City and other affected stakeholders plan for
future stormwater projects based on benefits provided and future capital improvement planning
(CIP). The model and results presented are intended to serve as a tool to utilize in the
prioritization of future projects that may benefit vulnerable residents and parts of the city. The
XPSWMM model files can serve as a starting point in the final design for the improvement
concepts listed or other stormwater related projects within the study area.
A project priority recommendation is provided below based on our review of the benefits of each
project shown by the hydraulic model. It's expected that numerous outside factors such as
roadway construction plans, property acquisition timelines, and overall cost will also impact the
phasing of projects.
Projects will be planned using Priority level but may be expedited when an there is an opportunity
for pairing with other planned City projects. Other factors such as private development adjacent
to a priority area and grant funding may also affect order of implementation.
able 7-�i roject Priority Recommendatioi
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Project 1
Medium
This project can have significant flood reduction benefits on
a relatively low traffic volume residential street.
Project 2
Medium
This project can result in significant flood reduction benefits
on a relatively low traffic volume residential street.
Project 3
High
This is a larger project, but the model results show
significant flood reduction benefits on to numerous
residential structures and higher traffic volume roads that
are classified as priority corridors.
Project 4
Medium - High
This project can have a significant flood reduction benefit to
large area of flooding on a medium traffic volume
residential street that is classified as a priority corridor.
However, fewer structures would benefit than with Project
3.
Project 5
Low
This project may be difficult to implement due to easement
requirements and likely only result in minimal flood
reduction benefits within roadways.
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Project 6
Medium
This project may result in flood reductions in several areas,
final design would require development of a plan for the
downstream pond and storm sewer associated with Project
7
Project 7A
Low
The project reduces flood risk in a relatively large area, but
also increases flow rates to a problematic pond. Therefore,
this option is not recommended unless changes are also
made to the existing pond.
Project 7B
Medium - High
The project reduces flood risk in the same area as 7A, but
to a slightly lesser extent. However, an additional benefit is
the reduction of peak flow rates to the problematic pond to
the west.
Summary of Recommendations
Projects 1, 2, and 4 are relatively small-scale projects that should be possible to
complete as part of a roadway reconstruction or improvement project with the majority of
project area within City of right of way. The MPCA implementation grants may be a
source of funding for the stormwater components of the projects. The flooding in these
areas is primarily within the roadway for the climate adjusted 10-year storm, so the
recommended improvements in these areas could wait until the roadways are due for
reconstruction.
• Project 3 has the potential to reduce flood depth and flood risk for up to 17 residential
structures based on preliminary modeling. Given the number of structures potentially
benefiting, this project may be the most qualified for further stormwater specific funding.
• Projects 6 and 7B are extensive but benefit numerous separate flooding areas. A number
of possible options for implementing these projects. It would be best to complete the final
design for these projects simultaneously to ensure they function as intended, even if the
projects are constructed on separate timelines. Planning for these projects on the same
schedule as adjacent City infrastructure improvements may lead to them being
completed before other higher priority project areas.
• Pond footprints and volumes shown are approximate and intended as conceptual only at
this time. Pond sizes, layouts, and outlet structures will need to be revised during final
design accounting for safety, land availability and other considerations that may not have
been considered at this time. Final footprints may vary significantly from of the sizes
shown in the preliminary planning level model results developed for this study.
• Including green stormwater infrastructure may be possible with the projects involving
ponds or roadway reconstruction.
• It is important to note that inspecting and maintaining the City's existing stormwater
infrastructure will help in the current response to stormwater runoff events. It is
recommended that an inspection program be set up and a long-term maintenance plan
be developed to ensure catch basins and storm sewer lines remain clear of debris,
sediment, and other obstructions.
• It is recommended that the City consider implementing a stormwater utility to set aside
financial resources to provide for project implementation, maintenance, and other needs.
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Supplemental Data
In addition to the figures shown in this report, a full dataset of GIS and other results data was
developed. SEH will retain a copy of these files in project records to be made available to the City
for use in the future as requested.
• Depth and water surface elevation raster results for the models for existing, climate
change projection, and proposed scenarios. Water surface elevation results can be
useful to compare to building elevations should field surveys be completed to assess
flood risk.
• Storm sewer sizing shapefile showing the approximate 10-year climate adjusted design
size for storm sewer discussed in the project concepts in section 5. Note that this sizing
is intended to be a guide for cost estimating and planning and should be refined/checked
during final design.
• Shapefile with public comments.
• Updated shapefiles for the City storm sewer and culverts developed for the model. Note
that some invert data was interpolated or assumed if it was not field surveyed. This is the
case for most catch basin inverts.
• Soils data was obtained from the USGS and is not provided with the data.
• XPSWMM model files compiled for each of the models developed. SEH will retain copies
of the model that can be referenced or updated in the future as deemed necessary.
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Figures
Figure 1 -Study Area
Figure 2 - Existing Storm Infrastructure
Figure 3 - Community Comments
Figure 4.1 - Watersheds
Figure 4.2 - Existing Conditions 2-year Storm Results
Figure 4.3 - Existing Conditions 10-year Storm Results
Figure 4.4 - Existing Conditions 100-year Storm Results
Figure 4.5 -10-year Storm Existing Pipe Capacity
Figure 4.6 - Existing Conditions 2-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.7 - Existing Conditions 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.8 - Existing Conditions 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.9 - MPCA Vulnerability Mapping
Figure 4.10 - Key Infrastructure with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.11 - Key Infrastructure with 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.12 - Damage Potential with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 4.13 - Damage Potential with 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 5.1 - Proposed Concept Layouts
Figure 5.2 - Project 1 Layout
Figure 5.3 - Project 2 Layout
Figure 5.4 - Project 3 Layout
Figure 5.5 - Project 4 Layout
Figure 5.6 - Project 5 Layout
Figure 5.7 - Project 6 Layout
Figure 5.8 - Project 7A Layout
Figure 5.9 - Project 7B Layout
Figure 6.1 - Proposed Conditions 2-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 6.2 - Proposed Conditions 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 6.3 - Proposed Conditions 100-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm Results
Figure 6.4 - Project 1 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.5 - Project 2 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.6 - Project 3 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.7 - Project 4 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.8 - Project 5 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.9 - Project 6 Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.10 - Project 7A Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
Figure 6.11 - Project 7B Results with 10-year (Climate Adjusted) Storm
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Appendix A
Pending Grants for SWC Resilience Application
MMINNESOTA POLLUTION
CONTROL AGENCY
520 Lafayette Road North
St. Paul, MN 55 15 5-4194
Planning Grants for Stormwater,
Wastewater, and Community Resilience
Application
FY 2023
Doc Type: Grant Application
Instructions: Read the complete Request for Proposal (RFP) and other associated documents before submitting this
application.
Check the SWIFT Supplier Portal and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Planning Grants for SWC Resilience
webpage for the most recent updates.
Applications are due no later than 4:00 p.m. Central Time (CT) on Thursday, January 12, 2023.
Submit application, workplan and budget (as Microsoft Word and Excel documents) per the instructions listed in Section
7 and 8 of the RFP.
1. Project information
Organization name: City of Hutchinson
Organization address: 111 Hassan Street SE
City: Hutchinson
Contact name: John Paulson
State: MN Zip code: 55350 County: McLeod
Title: Project/Environmental/Regulatory Manager
Phone: 320-234-5682 Email address: jpaulson@hutchinsommn.gov
Organization type: ❑ Tribal government ❑X Local/Regional government (plus select one below)
❑X City
❑ County
❑ Town/Township
❑ Soil and Water Conservation District
❑ Watershed Management Organization
❑ Watershed District
❑ Regional Development Commission
❑ Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities
Region
Project focus area (choose ❑X Stormwater Resilience Planning
one):
❑ Community Resilience Planning ❑ Wastewater Resilience Planning
Grant requested: $ 59,120 + Matching funds: $ 41,552
= Total project cost: $ 100,672
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Yes No
1. Is applicant the sole source of matching funds for this project?
0 ❑
If no, is supporting documentation of commitment for cash or in -kind matching funds from outside ❑ ❑
organizations involved in the project attached?
If no, explain:
2. Is applicant in compliance with Minnesota's tax and environmental regulatory requirements? 0 ❑
If no, explain:
Project Title: City of Hutchinson Stormwater Resiliency Plan — North
2. Project Details
1. What is the purpose of this project and with whom will you share the results:
The purpose of this project is to complete a comprehensive stormwater model (XP-SWMM) and a stormwater
resiliency plan for the North Study Area shown on the figure below. The North Study Area is north of the South Fork
of the Crow River located within the City of Hutchinson. The City currently has several locations within the North
Study Area that are prone to flooding and anticipated changes in rainfall intensity and frequency due to climate
change are expected to make this flooding worse and more frequent. The City will use the modeling to assess current
system capacity, determine flood elevations, and local flooding limits. The modeling results will be used to develop a
resiliency plan that will provide direction to first responders in training for flood events, provide direction to elected
officials and the public to areas prone to flooding, and provide recommendations for capital investments that can be
made to mitigate flooding risks to health, safety and reduce potential recurring damages to public and private
property from floods. The modeling results will also be shared with property owners within the North Study Area, the
majority of which includes areas of environmental justice as defined by the MPCA. The City currently has no
stormwater modeling in place to evaluate the storm sewer system deficiencies or to evaluate flood occurrences and
options to mitigate flooding.
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2. What is the need for this project, and how will the planning that is proposed make a meaningful difference to the
community in preparing for Minnesota's changing climate, including human health impacts?
The City has experienced localized flooding within the North Study Area that has resulted in damage to private
property and municipal infrastructure, economic impacts from property loss and road closures, and increased risks to
public health and safety caused by slower emergency response times and storm water inundation in residential and
commercial areas. The impacts are symptomatic of high intensity storms that overwhelm parts of City drainage
infrastructure at least annually, and in some instances multiple times a year. The City has made multiple large regional
drainage improvements to the three most impacted areas of town over the last 15 years. Available funding has
limited the number of these projects that can be constructed which has led to additional City investments in
temporary improvements. Doing so limits the City's ability to make the necessary large-scale investments needed to
provide adequate drainage for the higher intensity storms being experienced across Minnesota in recent years. This
project will assist in identifying areas with the greatest need for drainage improvements as well as how extensive the
drainage improvements should be to address existing and anticipated climate impacts. The City also anticipates
development infill within parts of the North Study Area that could exacerbate existing localized flooding. Although the
City of Hutchinson is only required to provide a 10% match, the City is providing matching funds (cash + in -kind) that
amount to approximately 41% of the overall project cost to demonstrate the City's commitment to this project and
increasing stormwater resiliency within the community.
Photos of localized flooding inundating streets within Hutchinson.
Localized flooding Lindy Lane NE
Localized flooding Michigan St NE
Infrastructure damage, catch basin washout Localized street flooding
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The City's aging stormwater infrastructure and occurrences of frequent flooding create a need for a comprehensive
stormwater resiliency plan. The plan will identify specific locations with inadequate stormwater infrastructure and the
resulting high risk of localized flooding, based on both current and expected climate change scenarios. With these
specific locations identified, an improvement and resiliency plan will be created to guide decision making on
improvements to the stormwater system to minimize potential adverse impacts such as increased flooding and
deteriorating water quality, impacting human health, property, and public infrastructure.
3. How will information about current Minnesota climate trends and projections of future climate conditions affecting
the general location of the project be used in the methodology of this planning project:
The project will include the development of an XPSWMM model that will be used to simulate the effects of rainfall
events in the area north of the South Fork of the Crow River. Current climate change projections will be included in
the model to further demonstrate the effects of future rainfall depth and intensities using data published by the
University of Minnesota and other sources. The stormwater model will be used to evaluate the sensitivity of the City's
stormwater system to increases in storm intensities and rainfall depths and furthermore, during the planning process
of future projects in and contributing to the study area.
Flood inundation results from the stormwater model will be used to conduct a vulnerability assessment for areas of
environmental justice and to conduct and assessment for damage potential and critical infrastructure to identify areas
with the highest risk for flooding. This data will be used to assist the elected city officials and staff on determining
capital investments to improve the resiliency in the city's storm water infrastructure.
The City anticipates that the stormwater resiliency plan will include many potential action items for consideration:
• local changes to policy and permits to reduce the impact of land use changes on the stormwater
infrastructure;
• coordinating stormwater system capacity improvements with the city, county and state roadway
improvement plans;
• increasing flood storage capacity within or near city owned parcels;
• identifying properties for purchase to eliminate potential loss of life or property;
• stormwater conveyance improvements to reduce the risk of flooding.
These are the primary outcomes that the City will consider in the stormwater resiliency plan. Additional ancillary
benefits are also anticipated from the project's outcomes such as; identifying wildlife habitat restoration and
improvement areas, accessible park enhancements adjacent to the Luce Line State Trail and the nurturing of
partnerships with community organizations.
4. Using the MPCA's criteria and interactive mapping tool (recently updated on the MPCA website with data from a five-
year 2016-2020 summary of the American Community Survey), will the geographic area specifically addressed by the
proposed planning project include one or more MPCA identified environmental justice (EJ) areas of concern, or an
environmental justice area? ❑X Yes ❑ No
If yes:
a. Will the planning to be undertaken by this project yield benefits for communities within these EJ areas of
concern? ❑X Yes ❑ No
If yes, describe these communities and how they will benefit:
An estimated 90% of the North Study Area is located in an EJ area of concern (at least 40% of people
reported income less than 185% of the federal poverty level). Much of the developed land in the study
area predates stormwater rate control and water quality treatment requirements. The study area will
be modeled to identify areas of impact that are currently prone to flooding as well as anticipated areas
of impact using projected climate change scenarios. Areas of concern will be prioritized within the
City's existing stormwater capital planning process so solutions to reduce localized flooding can be
implemented. Areas impacted by localized flooding may be improved by reducing the rate and volume
of stormwater to the impacted area, as well as the duration of inundation within affected areas. Over
the last 15 years the City has implemented 3 regional stormwater systems in areas that were the most
greatly impacted by localized flooding. These projects have effectively eliminated localized flooding
impacts and similar results would be anticipated for the study area included in this planning project.
If yes, describe how the planning completed for this project will address concerns about equitable
resilience for these communities compared with others within the geographic area covered by the
project:
Two of the aforementioned regional stormwater systems built in the last 15 years were located in the
study area. These systems were designed using, at that time, current rainfall data without projected
climate scenarios. To date, the areas of concern were identified using post storm assessments of
impacted areas after large precipitation events. The City has prioritized stormwater system
improvements using a reactionary process without consideration to where it is located, only the need
for improvement. This modeling will not only help solidify identifying areas of concern that exist today
but will also help to anticipate areas of concern for future high intensity or extreme duration events.
The EJ area in the City is comprised mostly of properties that were not required to provide rate or
water quality controls and the necessary utilities were not included due to efforts to keep costs down
for affordability. Some areas in the EJ area have already been improved but efforts to expand these
benefits to other impacted areas not currently served by the regional systems will be identified.
Preserving the function of these past investments by anticipating climate projections is also an
important part of this planning project.
b. Will these communities be provided the opportunity to have a voice indecision -making through substantive
engagement as part of the planning completed for this project? ❑X Yes ❑ No
If yes, describe specifically how this will be done; if no, explain why not:
Throughout the course of the planning effort, direct community engagement and outreach will occur through
the use of mailings, Facebook posts, the local newspaper, City website and City Council workshop will be
used to solicit input from the people that live, work or play in the study area. An interactive online mapping
tool will be developed and used as a platform to solicit problem areas and compile community input.
5. What are the potential barriers or challenges for this planning project, and how will they be addressed?
Potential barriers and challenges that may be encountered in the project include a lack of or missing information for
existing stormwater infrastructure, public concerns, and model abnormalities. If missing information on the existing
stormwater infrastructure becomes an issue, City records can be investigated, and site visits can be used to gather
missing information to create a more accurate model and resiliency plan.
Public concerns regarding the creation of the stormwater resiliency plan and the results will be accommodated
through public outreach, education, and meetings. Results from the resiliency plan will be discussed with concerned
and affected residents and landowners. The resiliency plan may show new areas that are anticipated to be impacted
by flooding because of climate change trends in rainfall distributions and intensities. The city will work to manage
these potential areas of flooding through communication, and capital planning to reduce the impact of climate change
induced flooding. Online tools that allow for the collection of data from affected residents and owners will provide
first hand accounts of areas impacted by localized flooding.
6. How will this planning project result in assignment of responsibility for follow-up action(s) to increase local resilience:
The stormwater resiliency plan will include a model of the existing stormwater infrastructure identifying current areas
of concern including inadequate stormwater infrastructure and areas of flooding. The model will also include future
climate change scenarios and development which may show additional areas of concern within the existing system.
These existing and potential areas of concern can be graded on their severity and their impact to property and human
health. Once graded, the areas of concern can be evaluated for capital improvement to reduce flood severity and
protect human health, property, and public infrastructure.
7. How will this project position a tribal/local government to pursue funding as needed to do follow-up implementation
of the resilience project(s) for which planning was completed:
The stormwater resiliency plan or management plan is required for most stormwater-based grants. This plan, when
adopted by the City Council, will determine areas of crucial need and will assist in creating an improvement plan and
schedule. The capital improvement plan and schedule can be used to begin researching funding opportunities for
future projects. Due to the current reoccurring flooding and the anticipated increases in flooding due to climate
changes the City anticipates possible funding sources as the MDNR Flood Mitigation Grant or the FEMA Building
Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Grant as possible sources to assist in the implementation of the
capital improvement plan. The City may choose to set aside utility funds to meet the required local match of these
grant programs. The City will evaluate annually funding assistance that may come available to assist in expediting this
climate resiliency plan. The City may also use existing stormwater utility rates revenues to finance, through General
Obligation Bonds, the necessary investments needed to make improvements.
I Experience and qualifications
1. Describe applicant's experience and qualifications related to the applicant's role in the proposed planning project:
The City of Hutchinson has professional city staff to lead and manage the stormwater resiliency plan. Both the City
Public Works Manager and the City Project/Environmental/Regulatory Manager will lead the development of the
stormwater resiliency plan. The City also anticipates hiring outside professional experts to assist in the development
of the XP-SWMM model and recommendations for climate scenarios and climate sensitivity analysis. This team of
internal and external experts have the experience and qualifications necessary to complete this plan.
2. Will anyone outside your organization be responsible for work performed? ❑X Yes ❑ No
If yes, provide name of organization(s) and contact information, experience, and qualifications related to the
proposed project, and describe the role of the outside organization(s) in the project:
The City is proposing to use SEH to provide the XP-SWMM modeling and assist in the resiliency plan development.
The primary contact for SEH will be Emily Jennings. Emily will be supported by Riley Mondloch and Carson Webb.
Contact information is provided below and experience and qualifications are provided with the response of the
following question.
Emily Jennings, PE
Sr. Water Resources Engineer / Project Manager
ejennings@sehinc.com
Riley Mondloch, PE, CFM
Water Resources Engineer / Modeling Lead & QC Manager
rmondloch@sehinc.com
Carson Webb, EIT
Water Resources Engineer / Primary Modeler
cwebb@sehinc.com
3. Provide detailed information about the qualifications and experience — including with similar projects — of all the
specific people who will work on this project, both within the applicant organization and from outside
organization(s):
The City of Hutchinson will have the following staff working on the Stormwater Resiliency Plan:
John Olson
John is the City of Hutchinson, Interim Public Works Director and has worked for City for 25 years. He routinely
oversees the planning, design, operation and construction of the City's utility infrastructure. His role will be to
oversee the contract and deliverables for this project. His engineering team will also provide the record plans, as-
builts and field investigations to collect the necessary data to the develop the XP-SWMM model for the stormwater
resiliency plan.
John Paulson
John is the City of Hutchinson, City Project/Environmental/Regulatory Manager and has worked for the City for 16
years. He oversees the City's stormwater compliance, policy development and planning activities. He will work with
John to oversee the contract, grant, and deliverables for the Stormwater Resiliency Plan. John routinely manages City
projects, programs and manages consultant contracts.
Brandon Fitzpatrick
Brandon is the City of Hutchinson, Engineering Technician and has worked for the City in this capacity for the last 7
years. He is responsible for collecting, maintaining, and utilization of City infrastructure GIS data. He will work with the
project team to produce applicable City GIS data necessary for modeling inputs, perform field verification of needed
storm sewer system attributes, and generate map outputs for the final plan.
Emily Jennings, PE,
Emily will serve as the Project Manager for SEH. Emily is a senior professional engineer with more than 9 years of
experience specializing in municipal, industrial and construction stormwater permitting, hydraulic and hydrological
analysis, permanent stormwater management facility design and stormwater conveyance modeling and design,
including roadways and ditches. Emily's project experience includes stormwater related feasibility studies, planning,
analysis, final design, and construction. Emily has extensive experience in assisting clients with maintaining
compliance with stormwater regulation, policy, and infrastructure. Emily's similar project experience includes:
• SWMP Update and City-wide XPSWMM Model Development for City of Red Wing, MN
• North Scheuneman Road SWMP and 2D XPSWMM Model for Gem Lake, MN
• Several urban drainage analysis and design projects in metro and southeast MN
• General Engineering Services for Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization (VLAWMO), MN
Riley Mondloch, PE, CFM
Riley will serve as the hydrologic and hydraulic modeling lead and primary quality control reviewer. Riley is a
Professional Engineer and Certified Floodplain Manager with SEH with 6 years of experience. Riley has experience
with various modeling techniques. His project experience includes leading storm sewer analysis and design tasks and
supporting a number of other water resources tasks. He has worked on several projects creating urban and rural
hydrologic/hydraulic models for community stormwater management systems. He has worked on software including
ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-GeoRAS, XPSWMM, HydroCAD, Auto CAD and Microsoft Office Suite. Riley has extensive 2D
modeling experience using XPSWMM, HEC-RAS and SRH-2D. Riley's similar project experience includes:
• Minnesota River Flood Resiliency Projects for MnDOT in southern MN: US 169, TH 101, TH 41, TH 19, TH93,
and Sibley CSAH 6.
• East Arm Little Calumet River Flood Risk Mitigation Plan in Lake County, IN
• Northeast Drainage Study & Alternatives Analysis in Olivia, MN
• Several Flood Mitigation Plans for Watersheds in Lowell, IN
• Flood Mitigation Plan for Military Base in rural WI
Carson Webb, EIT
Carson is an Engineer in Training with SEH with 3 years of experience. Carson will be the primary modeler for this
Plan, working closely with Riley to develop the hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for the study area. Carson has
experience in XPSWMM 1D and 2D model development. Carson's similar project experience includes:
• Stormwater Resiliency Assessment and Action Plan for Cloquet, MN
• Hydrologic & Hydraulic Modeling & Alternatives Analysis in Rice Lake, WI
• Comprehensive Stormwater Planning in Lowell, IN
• Hydraulic Modeling for Bridge Replacement in Waseca County, MN
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Appendix B
Public Comments Summary
Appendix B — Community Comments
Number
Comment
1
Floods in the spring frequently
2
No comment provided
3
Erosion is terrible in this area and runs to the lake, i have many pictures that I cannot attach. please
email me at tyriina@gmail.com
4
No comment provided
5
The run off during heavy rains is terrible as we dont have curbing. The erosion is excessive. and the run
off water doesn't follow the path to the storm drain, instead it creates a river in our backyard that leads
to the lake.
6
Field drown out during heavy rains or spring thaw periods. Tile has been installed and directed to the
north in 2021. The issue has not reoccurred since but the last two years but the last two years have
been dry.
7
Backyard flooding during saturated soil conditions.
8
No comment provided
9
Wet in spring of year. Outside city limits but does drain some water west through Highland Park Dr NE
10
Street and private property flooding. Private pond fills up and has flooded adjacent building in the past.
11
Street flooding. Swale on south side of building has helped limit private property flooding
12
Viking Coke drainage swale limits street flooding elevation and redirects flow around south side rather
than to the north.
13
Flooding has caused water to enter building prior to 2011. South ditch has helped limit this from
reoccurring.
14
Street flooding during high intensity rain events. September 2010.
15
No comment provided
16
Road flooding during high intensity rain events Aug 10, 201616.
17
No comment provided
18
Open ditch that is flat. Maintenance is needed often to keep vegetation growth to not restrict flow.
19
Flow path of upgradient drainage that has caused excess water to flow through the property at 1165
Hwy 7 W. Stormsewer was extended to the north in 2016 and has helped tremendously but not
eliminated the problem entirely.
20
No comment provided
21
No comment provided
22
No comment provided
23
No comment provided
Appendix C
Web Soil Survey Data
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Soil Survey Area: McLeod County, Minnesota
Background
Survey Area Data: Version 21, Sep 10, 2023
. Aerial Photography
Soil map units are labeled (as space allows) for map scales
1:50,000 or larger.
Date(s) aerial images were photographed: Jun 29, 2023—Sep
13, 2023
The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were
compiled and digitized probably differs from the background
imagery displayed on these maps. As a result, some minor
shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident.
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Hydrologic Soil Group -McLeod County, Minnesota
Hydrologic Soil Group
Map unit symbol
Map unit name
Rating
Acres in AOI
Percent of AOI
27B
Dickinson fine sandy
A
6.4
0.1 %
loam, 1 to 6 percent
slopes
39B
Wadena loam, 2 to 6
B
37.4
0.4%
percent slopes
41A
Estherville loam, 0 to 2
A
353.5
3.5%
percent slopes
41 B
Estherville sandy loam,
A
74.6
0.7%
2 to 6 percent slopes
86
Canisteo clay loam, 0 to
C/D
9.0
0.1 %
2 percent slopes
94B
Terril loam, 2 to 6
B
2.5
0.0%
percent slopes
102B
Clarion loam, 2 to 6
C
356.0
3.5%
percent slopes
109
Cordova clay loam, 0 to
C/D
89.9
0.9%
2 percent slopes
112
Harps clay loam, 0 to 2
C/D
118.1
1.2%
percent slopes
118
Crippin loam, 1 to 3
B/D
146.5
1.4%
percent slopes
239
Le Sueur loam, 1 to 3
C/D
118.9
1.2%
percent slopes
247
Linder loam
B/D
17.0
0.2%
255
Mayer loam, 0 to 2
B/D
123.4
1.2%
percent slopes
269
Millington clay loam,
B/D
40.4
0.4%
occasionally flooded
336
Delft clay loam, 0 to 2
C/D
10.5
0.1 %
percent slopes
362
Millington loam,
B/D
107.3
1.0%
frequently flooded
386
Okoboji mucky silty clay
C/D
25.0
0.2%
loam
392
Biscay clay loam, 0 to 2
C/D
86.1
0.8%
percent slopes
414
Hamel loam, 0 to 2
C/D
31.2
0.3%
percent slopes
525
Muskego soils, 0 to 1
C/D
12.2
0.1 %
percent slopes
887B
Clarion-Swanlake
C
626.6
6.1 %
complex, 2 to 6
percent slopes
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Hydrologic Soil Group -McLeod County, Minnesota
Map unit symbol
Map unit name
Rating
Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
920C2
Clarion-Storden-Pilot
B
2.4
0.0%
Grove complex, 6 to
10 percent slopes,
moderately eroded
921 C2
Clarion-Storden
B
222.6
2.2%
complex, 6 to 10
percent slopes,
moderately eroded
960D2
Omsrud-Storden
B
221.9
2.2%
complex, 10 to 16
percent slopes,
moderately eroded
960F
Belview-Omsrud
B
33.4
0.3%
complex, 22 to 40
percent slopes
978
Cordova -Rolfe complex,
C/D
7.6
0.1 %
0 to 2 percent slopes
1016
Udorthents, loamy
A
153.6
1.5%
1030
Udorthents-Pits, gravel
A
73.7
0.7%
complex
1075
Klossner and Muskego
C/D
205.3
2.0%
soils, ponded, 0 to 1
percent slopes
1080
Klossner, Okoboji and
C/D
74.4
0.7%
Glencoe soils,
ponded, 0 to 1
percent slopes
1092
Harps -Glencoe complex
B/D
475.0
4.6%
1213C
Cokato-Storden
B
443.7
4.3%
complex, 6 to 12
percent slopes,
eroded
1229B
Cokato-Storden-
B
12.5
0.1 %
Estherville complex, 2
to 6 percent slopes
1834
Coland clay loam, 0 to 2
C/D
121.8
1.2%
percent slopes,
frequently flooded
L13A
Klossner muck, 0 to 1
C/D
175.9
1.7%
percent slopes
L83A
Webster clay loam, 0 to
C/D
34.2
0.3%
2 percent slopes
L84A
Glencoe clay loam, 0 to
C/D
31.7
0.3%
1 percent slopes
L85A
Nicollet clay loam, 1 to 3
C/D
348.8
3.4%
percent slopes
L107A
Canisteo-Glencoe
C/D
2,912.8
28.5%
complex, 0 to 2
percent slopes
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Hydrologic Soil Group —McLeod County, Minnesota
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Map unit symbol
Map unit name
Rating
Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
L113B
Reedslake-Le Sueur
complex, 1 to 6
percent slopes
C
1,398.0
13.7%
L1207B
Le Sueur-Reedslake-
Cordova complex, 0
to 5 percent slopes
C/D
239.0
2.3%
W
Water
646.0
6.3%
Totals for Area of Interest
10,227.6
100.0%
Description
Hydrologic soil groups are based on estimates of runoff potential. Soils are
assigned to one of four groups according to the rate of water infiltration when the
soils are not protected by vegetation, are thoroughly wet, and receive
precipitation from long -duration storms.
The soils in the United States are assigned to four groups (A, B, C, and D) and
three dual classes (A/D, B/D, and C/D). The groups are defined as follows:
Group A. Soils having a high infiltration rate (low runoff potential) when
thoroughly wet. These consist mainly of deep, well drained to excessively
drained sands or gravelly sands. These soils have a high rate of water
transmission.
Group B. Soils having a moderate infiltration rate when thoroughly wet. These
consist chiefly of moderately deep or deep, moderately well drained or well
drained soils that have moderately fine texture to moderately coarse texture.
These soils have a moderate rate of water transmission.
Group C. Soils having a slow infiltration rate when thoroughly wet. These consist
chiefly of soils having a layer that impedes the downward movement of water or
soils of moderately fine texture or fine texture. These soils have a slow rate of
water transmission.
Group D. Soils having a very slow infiltration rate (high runoff potential) when
thoroughly wet. These consist chiefly of clays that have a high shrink -swell
potential, soils that have a high water table, soils that have a claypan or clay
layer at or near the surface, and soils that are shallow over nearly impervious
material. These soils have a very slow rate of water transmission.
If a soil is assigned to a dual hydrologic group (A/D, B/D, or C/D), the first letter is
for drained areas and the second is for undrained areas. Only the soils that in
their natural condition are in group D are assigned to dual classes.
Rating Options
Aggregation Method. Dominant Condition
Component Percent Cutoff.- None Specified
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Hydrologic Soil Group —McLeod County, Minnesota
Tie -break Rule: Higher
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Appendix D
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The problems noted appear related to some homes directly hooking up house perimeter tile to a
private tile line. When the storm sewer system was surcharged during the high -rainfall events, this
system backed up into some of the adjoining homes. It is our recommendation that these homes
disconnect their direct connection to the system and install a sump pump system. There is also an
issue regarding an artesian well in the area, and its effect on the ground water.
SW Area
Park Island Drive
The west side of Park Island Drive has problems due to runoff and ground water. The City
constructed tile lines in the rear yards and under the curb, but problems are still occurring. It is
apparent that the rear yard grading does not provide adequate protection for the homes, and that
regrading of the yards may be the most prudent action to improve the situation.
SW Storm Sewer
South Grade Road/Sunset Street/Clinton Avenue and Echo Drive Areas
This area is served by the SW Storm Sewer. This storm sewer empties from an 84" diameter outlet
into Otter Lake off School Road. It is 60" in diameter when it reaches Linden Avenue and Merrill
Street. This line serves and area bordered by School Road on the west, South Grade Road (and some
areas to the south) on the south, and the Plaza 15/Echo Drive/TH 15 South area. The majority of the
Hutch Mall area has been diverted to the south. The upper end of this system (noted above) has had
flooding problems during high flows. The majority of this problem is due almost a complete lack of
storage facilities for large events. There are also several areas with buildings at improper elevations
and poorly drained sites. Correcting these deficiencies will require a comprehensive review of the
facilities. It is also assumed that it will require the acquisition of property for storage basins, and/or
an extremely expensive storm sewer system upgrade. We will budget funding for consulting services
to complete this review next year. We will concentrate the remainder of this year on completing our
record drawings for the area.
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MONTHLY CLIMATOLOGICAL SUMMARY for APR. 2014
NAME: Hutchinson High School CITY: Hutchinson STATE: MN
ELEV: 1130 1t LAT: 44° 53' 05" N LONG: 94° 23' 36" W
TEMPERATURE (°F), RAIN (in), WIND SPEED (mph)
HEAT COOL AVG
MEAN DEG DEG WIND DOM
DAY TEMP HIGH TIME LOW TIME DAYS DAYS RAIN SPEED HIGH TIME DIR
1 25.8 33.2 1: 12a 19.0 7: 39a 39.2 0.0 0.00 8.2 27.0 3: 02a WNW
2 30.6 41.3 4:01p 19.8 6:09a 34.4 0.0 0.00 4.7 16.0 1:51p ENE
3 32.9 36.4 4:11a 27.2 11:15p 32.1 0.0 0.11 4.4 19.0 9:22a ENE
4 32.2 41.2 4:05p 26.2 3:57a 32.8 0.0 0.15 4.0 24.0 9:38a WNW
5 34.7 46.1 6:15p 20.8 6:51a 30.3 0.0 0.00 2.8 21.0 3:17p S
6 47.1 61.1 5:13p 34.9 6:59s 17.9 0.0 0.00 3.7 15.0 3:23a S
7 48.4 58.5 2:18p 39.0 7:23a 16.6 0.0 0.00 3.6 21.0 4:25p NW
8 42.2 51.4 5:32p 33.B 7:07a 22.8 0.0 0.00 4.3 19.0 9:40a NW
9 52.4 70.B 4:35p 33.4 2:49a 13.4 0.8 0.00 7.1 24.0 1:20p SSW
10 51.0 59.6 12:01a 40.9 7:26a 14.0 0.0 0.00 5.5 27.0 2:51p WNW
11 51.2 62.7 3:53p 39.1 12:59a 13.8 0.0 0.00 2.2 15.0 9:26a E
12 51.0 58.7 4:10p 45.0 6:15a 14.0 0.0 0.01 6.9 24.0 9:35a ENE
13 38.7 45.8 12:01a 31.9 11:58p 26.3 0.0 0.00 8.9 30.0 11:22p N
14 29.9 36.9 2:50p 23.0 11:58p 35.1 0.0 0.00 9.2 29.0 1:41a N
15 27.4 37.2 6:2Bp 16.1 6:42a 37.6 0.0 0.00 3.4 15.0 10:52p NW
16 31.4 34.7 9:00a 28.1 11:53p 33.6 0.0 0.13 8.9 24.0 7:52a E
17 31.1 39.0 6:36p 25.2 6:10a 33.9 0.0 0.00 4.7 19.0 12:32a N
18 38.9 50.6 5:46p 25.0 3:51a 26.1 0.0 0.00 4.7 26.0 5:59p SE
19 53.0 67.7 1:58p 43.3 7:08a 12.1 0.1 0.00 5.1 25.0 12:01p SE
20 59.8 74.3 3:43p 39.9 6:35a 7.6 2.4 0.00 1.9 11.0 1:30p ENE
21 56.8 62.7 10:53a 44.6 12:00m 8.2 0.0 0.22 5.1 23.0 1:46p NW
22 48.7 58.1 5:43p 38.4 6:36a 16.3 0.0 0.00 2.8 14.0 1:09p N
23 42.7 47.7 12:01a 39.6 11:59a 22.3 0.0 0.24 6.6 24.0 6:02p ESE
24 42.9 49.9 6:46p 39.0 11:59p 22.1 0.0 0.14 3.5 16.0 5:55a ESE
25 50.1 65.2 5:32p 37.7 6:38a 14.9 0.0 0.00 4.0 20.0 2:58p WNW
26 45.3 53.7 4:45p 36.6 1:16a 19.7 0. 1.0 25.0 15:20p ENE
27 41.1 46.8 12 :42 37.9 10:06a 23.9 0. 1.0 32.0 5:57a E
28 41.9 43.4 6:42p 40.7 12:10a 23.1 0.0 10.1 35.0 6:SSp ENE
29 38.2 41.6 12:01a 35.4 B:09a 26.8 0.0 0.3 11.3 33.0 6:24p NE
30 40.1 44.6 4:49p 36.2 6:45a 24.9 0.0 0.08 7.3 22.0 12:12a N
41.9 74.3 20 16.1 15 695.8 3.3 2.98 5.8 35.0 28 ENE
Max >= 90.0: 0
Max <- 32.0: 0
Min <= 32.0: 11
Min <= 0.0: 0
Max Rain: 0.89 ON 14121/14
Days of Rain: 10 (>.O1 in) 9 (,.1 in) 0 (,1 in)
Heat Base: 65.0 Cool Base: 65.0 Method: Integration
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MONTHLY CLIMATOLOGICAL SUMMARY £or MAY. 2014
NAME: Hutchinson High School CITY: Hutchinson STATE: MN
ELEV: 1130 it LAT: 44° 53' 05" N LONG: 94° 23' 36" W
TEMPERATURE (°F), RAIN (in), WIND SPEED (mph)
HEAT COOL AVG
MEAN DEG DEG WIND DOM
DAY TEMP HIGH TIME LOW TIME DAYS DAYS RAIN SPEED HIGH TIME DIR
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1 42.3 48.4 5:04p 37.6 6:19a 22.7 0.0 0.07 4.9 19.0 12:51a N
2 48.3 59.3 4:30p 37.7 5:42a 16.7 0.0 0.00 5.2 23.0 1:19p WNW
3 48.9 58.2 3:23p 39.1 6:05a 16.1 0.0 0.00 4.6 22.0 11:56a WNW
4 46.1 55.6 5:01p 35.6 6:19a 18.9 0.0 0.00 4.3 17.0 12:01a N
5 56.4 65.0 5:03p 47.9 6:4Ba 8.6 0.0 0.00 3.0 14.0 5:59p ENE
6 56.5 64.5 2:35p 46.3 6:26a 8.5 0.0 0.00 6.1 26.0 2:58p E
7 57.9 63.3 2:30p 51.7 6:57a 7.1 0.0 0.00 7.2 22.0 12:18p ENE
8 55.5 60.B 12:59p 50.1 6:56a 9.5 0.0 1.00 5.2 27.0 8:01p ENE
9 49.9 56.B 12:33a 43.4 11:58p 15.1 0.0 0.00 8.1 27.0 2:03p W
10 53.9 69.6 38
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11 5.3 65.1 6:51p 47.3 5:1313a 7.7 0. .8 .0 11:08p NE
12 51.0 56.6 12:03a 46.3 10:17p 14.0 0. 4.8 20.0 12:41a N
13 47.1 53.8 4:30p 42.2 11:52p 17.9 0.0 6.0 25.0 4:5Bp WNW
14 47.1 58.0 1: 15p 37.4 6:27a 17.9 0.0 0.00 4.0 18.0 B:04p N
15 42.7 46.1 5: 53p 38.6 2:52a 22.1 0.0 0.00 6.2 22.0 10: 1 3 a
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16 46 .4 54.3 3:38p 38.6 4:36a 18.6 0.0 0.00 2.1 13 .0 1:55p N
17 54.4 68.4 5: 50p 38.0 6:19a 11.1 0.5 0.00 3.1 18.0 8:51a WSW
1B 61.6 73.8 3:23p 47.4 5:46a 5.8 2.4 0.00 5.4 25.0 12:01p SSW
19 55.4 61.0 12 :28a 51.7 9:38a 9.6 0.0 1.28 5.8 24.0 8:07a SE
20 62.8 78.2 4:29p 52.2 3:46a 5.5 3.3 0.01 1.3 12.0 4:29p S
21 58.4 64.5 2: 55p 50.0 6:24a 6.1 0.0 0.00 3.S 19.0 1:24p NW
22 59.3 72.5 4:56p 47.4 5:47a 7.2 1.5 0.00 1.9 13.0 5:50p NNE
23 66.0 79.9 4:40p 48.4 5:55a 4.5 5.5 0.00 1.7 12.0 10:28a ESE
24 71.3 B4.0 3:36p 58.0 6:23a 1.2 7.5 0.00 2.9 20.0 4:00p S
25 69.9 79.2 12:20p 56.3 6:19a 1.5 6.4 1.8 18.0 10:54a S
26 70.5 83.0 1:53p 62.6 6:14a 0.2 5.8 '2.40 2.3 18.0 2:30p S
27 66.2 70.6 12:22p 64.4 5:16a 0.1 0.7 1.8 12.0 11:21a NNE
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Max >= 90.0: 0
Max <= 12.0: 0
Min <= 32.0: 0
Min <- 0.0: 0
Max Rain: 1.40 ON 05/26/14
Days of Rain: 8 (>.01 in) 7 (>.1 in) 2 (,1 in)
Heat Base: 65.0 Cool Base: 65.0 Method: Integration
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Project Cost Estimates
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COST SUMMARY
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH173627
SUMMARY
SUMMARY - OPINION OF PROBABLE COSTS
4/1 /2024
PROPOSED CONCEPT
CONSTRUCTION
SUB -TOTAL
COST
CONTINGENCY
COST
CONSTRUCTION
TOTAL COST
PROPOSED CONCEPT 1
$1,083,325
$324,998
$1,408,323
PROPOSED CONCEPT 2
$805,495
$241,649
$1,047,144
PROPOSED CONCEPT 3
$3,454,610
$1,036,383
$4,490,993
PROPOSED CONCEPT 4
$1,827,900
$548,370
$2,376,270
PROPOSEDCONCEPT5
$180,1001
$54,030
$234,130
PROPOSED CONCEPT 6
$1,384,520
$415,356
$1,799,876
PROPOSED CONCEPT 7A
$2,385,460
$715,638
$3,101,098
PROPOSED CONCEPT 7B
$2,271,6101
$681,483
$2,953,093
TOTAL COSTS $13,393,020 $4,017,906 $17,410,926
NOTES:
THE PROPOSED CONCEPTS NOT LISTED IN THIS SUMMARY HAVE BEEN RULED OUT FOR REASONS OTHER THAN COST, AND THEREFORE, COST ESTIMATES
WERE NOT PREPARED.
APPENDIX 8
COST -PROJECT 1
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 1
PROPOSED CONCEPT 1 - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$51,500
$51500
2
15" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
250.00
$120
$30 000
3
36" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
200.00
$200
$40 000
4
42" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
800.00
$230
$184 000
4
48" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
90.00
$350
$31 500
5
54" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
370.00
$475
$175 750
6
54" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$4 700
$4 700
7
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
5.00
$1 965
$9 825
8
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 72-4020
EACH
2.00
$14 100
$28 200
9
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 84-4020
EACH
1.00
$18 500
$18 500
10
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
4.00
$25 000
$100 000
11
CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
1 2.001
$1,5501
$3 100
12
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
1.00
$1 750
$1 750
13
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
2,050
$190
$389,500
14
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.00
$12,000
$12,000
15
RESTORATION
LS
1.00
$3,000
$3,000
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $1,083,325
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $324,998
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $1,408,323
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
3 ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
4 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
A)RPP-MODUE-A
COST -PROJECT 2
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 2
PROPOSED CONCEPT 2 - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$38,500
$38 500
1
15 RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
140.00
$120.00
$16 800
2
18" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
85.00
$95.00
$8 075
3
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
210.00
$100.00
$21 000
4
36" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
50.00
$200.00
$10 000
5
48" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
855.00
$350.00
$299 250
6
48" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$3 750.00
$3 750
7
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
8.00
$1 965
$15 720
8
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 48-4020
EACH
2.00
$4 600
$9 200
9
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 60-4020
EACH
1.00
$10 750
$10 750
10
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 72-4020
EACH
2.00
$14 100
$28 200
11
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 84-4020
EACH
2.001
$18 500
$37 000
12
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
1.001
$25 000
$25 000
13
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
1.001
$1 750
$1 750
14
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
1,4001
$190.00
$266,000
15
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.001
$11,500
$11,500
16
RESTORATION
LS
1.001
$3,000
$3,000
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $805,495
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $241,649
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $1,047,144
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
3 ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
4 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
A IIDVWX
COST -PROJECT 3
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 3
PROPOSED CONCEPT 3 - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$163,000
$163 000
2
15 RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
645.00
$120
$77,400
3
18" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
215.00
$95.00
$20 425
4
21" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
325.00
$115.00
$37,375
5
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
550.00
$100.00
$55 000
6
30" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
940.00
$200.00
$188,000
7
36" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
870.00
$200.00
$174 000
8
42" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
260.00
$230.00
$59,800
9
48" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
905.00
$350.00
$316 750
10
60" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
840.00
$480.00
$403,200
11
12" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$1 220.00
$1 220
12
36" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$2,440.00
$2,440
13
60" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$5 235.00
$5 235
14
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
21.00
$1,965
$41,265
15
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 48-4020
EACH
3.00
$4 600
$13 800
16
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 60-4020
EACH
3.00
$10,750
$32,250
17
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 72-4020
EACH
7.00
$14 100
$98 700
18
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 84-4020
EACH
2.00
$18,500
$37,000
19
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
4.00
$25 000
$100 000
20
ICONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
5.00
$1,550.00
$7,750
21
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
4.00
$1 750.00
$7 000
22
COMMON EXCAVATION
CY
40,000
$10
$400,000
23
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
6,100
$190.00
$1,159,000
24
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.00
$21,000
$21,000
25
RESTORATION
LS
1 1.00
$33,000
$33,000
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $3,454,610
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $1,036,383
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $4,490,993
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
3 ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
4 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
COST -PROJECT 4
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 4
PROPOSED CONCEPT 4 - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$87,000
$87 000
2
15 RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,350.00
$120.00
$162 000
3
18" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
755.00
$95.00
$71 725
4
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,435.00
$100.00
$143 500
5
30" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
320.00
$200.00
$64 000
6
36" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
530.00
$200.00
$106 000
7
48" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
340.00
$350.00
$119 000
8
48" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$5 235.00
$5 235
9
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
36.00
$1 965.00
$70 740
10
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 48-4020
EACH
16.00
$4 600.00
$73 600
11
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 60-4020
EACH
2.00
$10 750
$21 500
12
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 84-4020
EACH
1.001
$18 500
$18 500
13
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
1.00
$25 000.00
$25 000
14
CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
2.00
$1 550.00
$3 100
15
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
4.00
$1 750.00
$7 000
16
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
4,400
$190
$836,000
17
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.00
$9,500
$9,500
18
RESTORATION
LS
1 1.00
$4,500
$4,500
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $1,827,900
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $548,370
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $2,376,270
NOTES:
COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
W9
COST -PROJECT 5
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 5
PROPOSED CONCEPT 5 - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$8,600
$8 600
2
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
655.00
$100.00
$65 500
3
24" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
2.00
$1 500.00
$3 000
4
CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
2.00
$1 550.00
$3 100
5
ICOMMON EXCAVATION
CY
1 4,850
$10
$48,500
6
IPAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
160
$190
$30,400
7
JEROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1 1.001
$11,5001
$11,500
8
IRESTORATION
LS
11.001
$9,5001
$9,500
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $180,100
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $54,030
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $234,130
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
3 ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
4 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
APPEMCKA
COST -PROJECT 6
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 6
PROPOSED CONCEPT 6 - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$66,000
$66,000
1
15 RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
400.00
$120.00
$48,000
2
18" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
355.00
$95.00
$33,725
2
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
860.00
$100.00
$86,000
3
30" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
160.00
$200.00
$32,000
4
36" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
335.00
$200.00
$67,000
4
42" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
920.00
$230.00
$211,600
5
42" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$4,400.00
$4,400
6
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
23.00
$1,965.00
$45,195
7
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 48-4020
EACH
15.00
$4,600.00
$69,000
8
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 60-4020
EACH
3.00
$10,750
$32,250
8
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 72-4020
EACH
4.00
$14,100.001
$56,400
8
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 84-4020
EACH
1.00
$18,500.00
$18,500
9
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
1.00
$25,000.00
$25,000
10
CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
4.00
$1,550.00
$6,200
11
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
1.00
$1,750.00
$1,750
12
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
3,000
$190
$570,000
13
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.00
$9,500
$9,500
14
RESTORATION
i LS
i 1.001
$2,000
$2,000
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $1,384,520
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $415,356
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $1,799,876
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
AFFIRMIKA
COST -PROJECT 7A
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 7A
PROPOSED CONCEPT 7A - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$113,250
$113,250
2
15 RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
145.00
$120
$17,400
3
18" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
550.00
$95.00
$52,250
4
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,160.00
$100.00
$116,000
5
36" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
520.00
$200.00
$104,000
6
48" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,010.00
$350.00
$353,500
7
60" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,650.00
$480.00
$792,000
8
24" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$1,500.00
$1,500
8
60" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$5,235.00
$5,235
9
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
5.00
$1,965.00
$9,825
10
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 48-4020
EACH
10.00
$4,600.00
$46,000
11
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 60-4020
EACH
1.001
$10,750
$10,750
11
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 72-4020
EACH
4.00
$14,100.00
$56,400
12
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
6.00
$25,000.00
$150,000
12
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 120-4020
EACH
3.00
$45,000.00
$135,000
13
CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
4.00
$1,550.00
$6,200
13
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
3.00
$1,750.00
$5,250
14
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
1,850
$190
$351,500
14
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.00
$37,400
$37,400
15
RESTORATION
LS
1.00
$22,000
$22,000
CUNS I RUC I IUN SUI3- I U I AL = $2,385,460
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $715,638
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $3,101,098
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
3 ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
4 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
APPEMCKA
COST -PROJECT 713
HUTCHINSON STORMWATER RESILIENCE & FLOOD MITIGATION PLAN
HUTCHINSON, MN
SEH NO. HUTCH 173627
PROPOSED CONCEPT 7B
PROPOSED CONCEPT 7B - OPINION OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COST
4/1 /2024
ITEM
NO
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF
MEASUREMENT
TOTAL
QUANTITY
UNIT PRICE
COST
1
MOBILIZATION
LS
1.00
$107,800
$107,800
2
15 RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
145.00
$120
$17,400
3
18" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
550.00
$95.00
$52,250
4
24" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,160.00
$100.00
$116,000
5
48" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,010.00
$350.00
$353,500
6
60" RC PIPE SEWER
LIN FT
1,650.00
$480.00
$792,000
7
24" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$1,500.00
$1,500
7
60" RC PIPE APRON
EACH
1.00
$5,235.00
$5,235
8
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN G OR H
EACH
5.00
$1,965.00
$9,825
9
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 48-4020
EACH
9.00
$4,600.00
$41,400
10
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 60-4020
EACH
1.00
$10,750
$10,750
10
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 72-4020
EACH
4.001
$14,100.00
$56,400
11
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 96-4020
EACH
6.00
$25,000.00
$150,000
11
CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN 120-4020
EACH
3.00
$45,000.00
$135,000
12
CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER
EACH
3.00
$1,550.00
$4,650
12
PLUG AND ABANDON PIPE SEWER
EACH
4.00
$1,750.00
$7,000
13
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
SY
1,850
$190
$351,500
13
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
LS
1.00
$37,400
$37,400
14
RESTORATION
i LS
i 1.00
$22,0001
$22,000
CONSTRUCTION SUB -TOTAL = $2,271,610
CONTINGENCY(30%) _ $681,483
OPINON OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS = $2,953,093
NOTES:
1 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE ADJUSTMENT FOR INFLATION.
2 REMOVALS AND OTHER GENERAL CIVIL ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
3 ENGINEERING FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS ESTIMATE.
4 COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE RELOCATION OR ADJUSTMENTS TO SANITARY SEWER OR WATER MAIN SYSTEMS
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s: HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHI NSO'N Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Consideration of Amending City Policy No. 3.27 Sick/Vacation Leave Donation
Agenda Item:
Department: Administration
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Kellie Wendland
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter: Kellie Wendland
Reviewed by Staff a
New Business
Time Requested (Minutes): 5
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
City Policy 3.27 allows employees to donate sick and vacation leave to fellow employees who have no
leave or have exhausted leave due to circumstances including a catastrophic illness and/or serious health
condition of an employee or immediate family member or immediate family member's funeral.
Due to changes in the vacation leave accrual and feedback from the Employee Benefits Survey in 2023,
the following changes are proposed:
- Add catastrophic injury and parental leave as applicable reasons to request donated leave
- Update amounts of leave able to request and donate based on circumstance
Changes to this policy have been discussed at length with the Leadership Team. In addition, other cities
have been polled to determine their practices for leave donation. This updated policy would be generous
in what is allowed, but would continue to rely on whether employees are willing to donate their leave for
each individual circumstance.
Historically, the Leave Donation Program has been minimally used, but the recommended changes would
likely result in an increase of usage.
This policy will be reviewed again in 2025 to determine how it will coordinate with the new MN Paid Leave
program that goes live in 2026.
The policy with the proposed updates has been attached for your review.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Consideration and approval of the proposed, amended City Policy No. 3.27 Sick/Vacation Leave Donation
effective 6/1/2024.
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: No
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
Policy No. 3.27
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
POLICY
- Personnel -
SIC"ACATION LEAVE DONATION NO. 3.27
DATE FEBRUARY 2000, APRIL 2007, MAY 2017, JANUARY 2022, MAY 2024
SOURCE ADMINISTRATION
SICK/VACATION LEAVE DONATION POLICY
The City of Hutchinson recognizes that a catastrophic illness/injury and/or serious
health condition of an employee or immediate family member, or parental leave (Gpe61se
may deplete an employee's available paid leave (sick/vacation)
and/or accrued compensatory time.
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Therefore, the City has established a
leave donation program as an optional benefit to employees.
Policy
City employees having accrued sick or vacation leave will be allowed to donate a
portion of such accrued leave to fellow employees experiencing a catastrophic
illness/injury and/or serious health condition suffered by the employee
, the empleyee's
or the employee's immediate family
member, or parental leave. A catastrophic illness/inourV is defined as an acute or
prolonged illness or injury usually considered to be life -threatening or with the threat of
serious residual disability and/er- a serious health condition is defined as an illness,
injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition which requires: overnight
hospitalization (including prenatal care) or continuing treatment (for a chronic or long-
term condition) under the care or supervision of a health care provider.
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d_G_hili+a+inn nnnrli+inn as rlofinorl by aPhyainian's diannns0c.-In these situations,
immediate family members include dependent and/or adult child, spouse or partner,
sibling, parent, mother-in-law/partner's mother, father-in-law/partner's father, grandchild,
grandparent, or stepparent. Parental Leave is defined by Minn. Stat. 181.940 to
181.944.
City employees having accrued sick or vacation leave will also be allowed to donate a
portion of such accrued leave to fellow employees to use beyond what is provided
under the city's funeral leave policy that are experiencing then death of an individual
deemed exceedingly important to them. in the legally ronnnnizorl imme-diate f,- "I I
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The donation of leave from one employee to another shall be subject to the following
terms and conditions.
1. An employee is only eligible to receive donated leave for time lost from normal work
hours due to any of the a life- -threatening disease- nr nnnditinn of an immediate- fa
cmmeer Ar �e-
Me-b-a ath 0A he legally rGwgRiZGd- immerl�c-is a fammmyas def ed7
abevR-situations defined above.
2. An employee will be eligible to receive donated leave only after the employee's
accrued sick, vacation, and compensatory time have been exhausted.
3.
3-4. All requests to receive donated leave must be in writing to the City Administrator
and must be accompanied by supporting +sal data. For catastrophic
illness/iniury and/or serious health condition. an emalovee will be reauired to submit
medical documentation that details the duration of the leave needed. The requests
will be reviewed by the City Administrator and must be approved to become
effective.
5. Amount of leave
a. No raafull-time employee will be allowed to receive more than a total
Of tWGRty (Q` werk daysA-P 16n "0 sixty (60) work days, or up to 480
hours of donated leave for any single catastrophic illness/injury and/or
serious health condition maninr life- threatening disease or nnnditinn A
regular part time employee who earns accrued time will be allowed to
receive up to a total of thirty (30) days or up to
240 hours of donated leave for any GiR91a-single catastrophic illness/injury
and/or serious health condition. .
b_—Employees are allowed to receive up to two 4v-9 LQ� days of donated
leave in the event of a death of a loved ;n t"�hG legally FGGQgiT7Gu
imme-rlite familyto supplement the city funeral leave policy. For full time
employees this is a maximum of 164G hours. For sick leave eligible part
time employees, this donated leave will be calculated at the time of
occurrence based on the employee's recent work schedule history. +s
equal to the regularly SGheduled weekly part time hours.
4c. Employees seeking donated leave under Minn Stat. 181.940 to
181.944 Minnesota Parental Leave Act (MPLA) are eligible 20 days or up
to 160 hours of donated leave. Leave requested may be granted
separately from any catastrophic illness/injury and/or serious health
condition, as described in bullet 4a above, but donated leave received
cannot exceed the total maximum of 60 work days, or up to 480 hours.
5-6. The City recognizes that all employees in need of donation may have limited
accrued vacation leave, sick leave, and compensatory time due to various factors
such as limited length of service, previous medical issues requiring use of sick leave,
etc. Per the City Administrator's discretion, an employee may request an exception
to the terms and conditions defined above.
m o than previously noted The City Administrator will determine the amount of
additional time that may be received provided the hours are so donated by fellow
employees.
An employee may only use donated leave up to the time of eligibility for a long-
term disability benefit (if applicable), or for the maximum number of days allowed to
be donated, whichever occurs first.
7-.8. A fw44n fulktime employee may donate no more than &kteepforty (404-6) hours
of leave per calendar year to a single fellow employee- This shall not be construed
to prohibit donating &ice+ter-forty (404-9) hours per year to additional employees. A
part time employee may donate no more than eight -twenty (208) hours to each
requesting employee per calendar year. Leave donations will be calculated using
time and not an equivalent cash amount.
An employee who is donating paid leave must do so from the employee's
accrued sick and/or vacation leave balance. Participation in the Leave Donation
Program is completely voluntary. No City employee shall pressure or otherwise
attempt to influence other city employees to surrender accrued leave. The City will
not inform the employee receiving the donated leave the names of those employees
surrendering hours or the number of hours surrendered.
19-10. A written request to donate leave must be made to the Human Resources
Director on forms designated by the City for that purpose. The Human Resources
Director shall submit all requests to the City Administrator for final approval. All
donations made will be kept confidential.
----The City Administrator shall have the right to deny use of donated leave or limit its
use if it is determined to be in the best interests of the City., --of ui i+�nn
The Finance Department (as part of the payroll function) will subtract donated leave
from the donor's accumulated balance and credit the donated hours to the requested
employee. Donated time will be processed and used by the date of submission until the
eligible amount of donated leave is reached. Contributions of leave hours exceeding
the eligible amount will be returned to the donating employee, and will not be
transferred.
s: HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
HUTCHINSON Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
Set Council Workshop to review 2023 Audit Report
Agenda Item:
Department: Finance
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Justin Juergensen
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff a
New Business
Time Requested (Minutes): 1
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: No
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
I would like to call for a council workshop on July 9, 2024 at 4:30 to review our 2023 audited
financial report. Abby Schmidt from our audit firm Abdo will be here to lead the workshop, and
she will also give a short presentation at the council meeting that night.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Set a workshop on July 9, 2024 at 4:30 to review the 2023 Audit Report
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: New Bu
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
H UTCH I N SO N Request for Board Action
A CITY ON PURPOSE.
April 2024 Financial and Investment Reports
Agenda Item:
Department: Finance
LICENSE SECTION
Meeting Date: 5/28/2024
Application Complete N/A
Contact: Andy Reid
Agenda Item Type:
Presenter:
Reviewed by Staff M
Governance
Time Requested (Minutes): 0
License Contingency N/A
Attachments: Yes
BACKGROUND/EXPLANATION OFAGENDA ITEM:
For Council review, attached are the April Financial Reports for the general fund and enterprise
funds. Also attached is the April Investment Report.
Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you.
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Fiscal Impact: Funding Source:
FTE Impact: Budget Change: Govemi
Included in current budget: No
PROJECT SECTION:
Total Project Cost:
Total City Cost: Funding Source: N/A
Remaining Cost: $ 0.00 Funding Source: N/A
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
General Fund
Taxes
-
-
6,370,436
6,370,436
-
-
5,646,751
-
Other Taxes
24,172
39,546
330,000
290,454
12.0
76,135
330,000
23.1
Licenses & Permits
50,451
157,231
392.100
234,869
40.1
118,216
442,100
26.7
Intergovernmental Revenue
370
23,216
2,028.194
2,004,978
1.1
26,963
1,793,941
1.5
Charges for Services
266.441
815,016
2,547,142
1,732,126
32.0
854.312
2.872,308
29.7
Miscellaneous Revenues
24,209
73,589
353.900
280,311
20.8
103,760
289,800
35.8
Transfers -In
485,657
971,314
2,812.628
1,841,314
3C5
952,268
2,724,536
35.0
Fines & Forfeitures
6,064
16,604
55.000
38,396
30.2
16,339
55,000
29.7
TOTAL REVENUES 857,365 2,096,515 14,889,400 12,792,885 14.1 2,147,992 14,354,436 15.0
Wages & Benefits
715,751
2,657,684
10,050,414
7,392,730
26.4
2,625,446
9.672,602
27.1
Supplies
105,256
312,431
1,072,833
760,402
29.1
309,789
986,823
31.4
Services & Charges
164,997
827,486
2.867,722
2,040,236
26.9
811,060
2,827,889
28.7
Miscellaneous Expenses
53,791
121,930
381.400
259,470
32.0
126,333
373,500
33.8
Transfers -Out
-
58,516
517.031
458,516
11.3
56,811
488,622
11.6
Capital Outlay
(2)
(2)
-
2
-
31,437
5.000
628.7
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
1,039,792
3,978,044
14,889,400
10,911,366
26.7
3,980,875
14,354,436
27.6
NET REVENUE
(182,427)
{1,881,530)
-
1,881,530
(1,812,883)
-
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024 ACTUALS
APRIL
General Fund Expense by Department
YTD
2024 2023
2024 AVAILABLE % BDGT 2023 YTD 2023 % BDGT
BUDGET BALANCE USED ACTUAL BUDGET USED
Mayor & City Council
2,834
10,753
47,477
36,724
22.6
10,980
50,087
21.9
City Administrator
39,311
154,559
519,041
364,482
29.8
137,394
486,246
28.3
Elections
1.001
9,676
29,850
20,174
32.4
-
-
-
Finance Department
27.509
126,845
427,823
300,978
29.6
131,813
406,320
32.4
Motor Vehicle
25,357
102,296
338.131
235,835
30.3
91,084
299,947
30.4
Assessing
-
-
61,499
61,499
-
-
61,478
-
Legal
20,471
81,808
329,055
247,247
24.9
91,191
325,697
28.0
Planning
13.835
52,323
181,040
128,717
28.9
48,865
170,925
28.6
Information Services
30.110
152,772
619,744
466,972
24.7
181,238
584,601
31.0
City Hall Building
13.917
56,503
202,295
145,792
27.9
53.283
201,625
26.4
Police Department
306,622
1,214.075
4,210,713
2,996,638
28.8
1,156,154
3,711,079
31.2
Hospital Security
-
-
-
-
101,398
373,964
27,1
Emergency Management
128
11,296
13.500
2,204
83.7
4,600
16,980
27.1
Safety Committee
-
10,807
13,950
3,143
77.5
11,813
12,000
98.4
Fire Department
48.481
111,610
447,485
335,875
24.9
134,322
410,444
32.7
Protective Inspections
30,042
134,675
397,864
263,189
33.8
96,528
359,241
26.9
Engineering
42,278
127,864
479,881
352,017
26.6
123,901
505,473
24.5
Streets & All eys
174,457
453,501
1.777.633
1,324,132
25.5
481,942
1.677.692
28.7
ParklRecreation Administration
21.099
79,044
280.458
201,414
28.2
73,015
263,811
27.7
Recreation
13,191
44,285
225,861
181,576
19.6
49,715
232,197
21.4
Senior Citizen Center
6,782
28,056
79,564
51,508
35.3
17,795
84,861
21.0
Civic Arena
23,862
123,592
413,137
289,545
29.9
143,606
407,734
35.2
Park Department
80,585
313,476
1,187,993
874,517
26.4
313,485
1,145,736
27.4
Recreation Building
20,088
79,373
280.335
200,962
28.3
81,260
281,230
28.9
Fvents Center
12.172
49,886
151,D82
101,196
33.0
49,768
171,156
29.1
Evergreen Building
2,757
9,604
35.080
25,476
27.4
9,675
34,880
27.7
Library
3,565
61,815
247.865
186,050
24.9
61,359
244,216
25.1
Waterpark
6,665
44,336
467,082
422,746
9.5
13,758
457,647
3.0
Cemetery
13,539
44,918
153,077
108,159
29.3
41,400
151,085
27.4
Airport
28.370
97,097
129,260
32,163
75.1
66,362
143,905
46.1
Unallocated General Expense
30.765
191,201
1.141,625
950,424
16.7
183,171
1,082,179
16.9
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
1,039,792
3,978,044
14,889,400
10,911,356
26.7
3,960,875
14,354,436
27.6
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
Liquor Fund
Sales
555,316
2,135,894
7,708.000
5,572,106
27.7
2,054,988
7,281,000
28.2
Miscellaneous Revenues
81
981
10.500
9,519
9.3
743
i0,500
7.1
TOTAL REVENUES
555,397
2,136,876
7,718,600
5,581,625
27.7
2,065,731
7,291,500
28.2
Cost of Sales
429.$09
1,622,153
5.852.000
4,229,847
27.7
1,573,777
5,504,000
28.6
Wages & Benefits
71,271
258,000
924,229
666,229
27.9
259,577
904,864
28.7
Supplies
2,068
5,555
25,500
19,945
21.8
10,729
25,500
42.1
Services & Charges
17.352
83,814
308,150
224,336
27.2
90,464
298,750
30.3
Miscellaneous Expenses
-
-
6.500
6,500
-
70
6,700
1.0
Transfers -Out
-
-
550.000
550,000
-
-
550,000
-
Capital Outlay
-
36,726
100,000
63,275
36.7
7,413
15,000
49.4
Depreciation Expense
58.000
58,000
-
61,000
-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 520,501
2,006,247
7.824,379
5,818,132
25.6
1,942,030
7,365,814
26.4
NET REVENUE
34,896
130,628
(105,879)
(236,507)
113,701
(74,314)
a
Year to Date Sales
April
Sales
Comments
2024
2023
Change -
2023
Change
Liquor Sales Revenue:
Liquor
83ZBCA
804.080
3.6%
_ _2024
211,031
207,862
1.5%
Beer
930,983
913.823
1.9%
250,760
255,327
-1.8%
Wine
290,136
285,607
1.6%
69,774
79,483
-12.2%
THC Products
30,563
-
100.0%
9,543
-
100.0%
Other
51,348
51.478
-0.3%
14,189
13.825
2.6%
Total Sales
2,135,894
2,054,988
3.9%
355.316
556,498
-0.2%
Gross Profit
$513,741
$481,211
$125,507
$135,373
[dross Margin on Sales
24.1 %
23.4%
0.6%
22.6%
24.3%
-1-7%
Customer Count
71,188
69.433
Z6%
18,723
18,825
-0.6%
Average Sale per Customer
$30.00
$29.60
1.4%
$29.66
$29.56
0.3%
Labor to Sales Ratio
12.1 %
12.6%
-0.6%
12.8%
11.8%
1.1 %
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
Water Fund
Sales
89,314
393,786
1,675.000
1,281,214
23.5
433,051
1,540,000
23.5
Sales - Other
98,607
334,496
1,006,000
671,504
33.3
306,421
614,000
49.9
Local Sales Tax
80,960
187,814
1,057,000
869,186
17.8
235,692
1,012,000
23.3
Charges for Services
4,508
53,975
88,668
34,693
60.9
48,389
71,685
67.5
Miscellaneous Revenues
18.015
44,964
114.500
69,536
39.3
34,352
44,500
77.2
TOTAL REVENUES 291,404 1,015,034 3,941,168 2,926,134 25.8 1,057,904 3,582,185 29.5
Wages & Benefits
49,050
183,403
631,441
448,038
29.0
171,939
579,848
29.7
Supplies
22,305
50,782
244,225
193,443
20.8
51,931
185,800
28.0
Services & Charges
45,413
128,592
599,400
470,808
21.5
125,889
561,885
22.4
Miscellaneous Expenses
-
11,045
13,500
2,455
81.8
8,560
13,500
63.4
Transfers -Out
-
-
90,000
90,000
-
-
70,000
-
Capital Outlay
34,668
72,633
982,310
909,677
7.4
153,344
902,876
17.0
Depreciation Expense
-
-
1,120.000
1,120,000
-
-
1,090,000
-
Debt Service
110,296
1,366.550
1,256,254
8,1
114.254
1,371,173
8.3
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
151,436
5W,750
6,047,426
4,490,676
11.0
625,916
4,775,082
13.1
NET of REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
139,968
458,284
(1,106,268)
(1,664,542)
431.988
(1,192,897)
Year to Date Water Sales
Ca___w2aiS
2024
2023
Change
Water Sales Revenue:
Residential
267.346
287,582
-7.0%
Commercial
77,279
76,383
1.2%
Industrial
49.161
69,085
-28.8%
Water Sales
393,786
433,051
-9.1%
Base Charge
274.224
242,763
13.0%
Water Connection Charge
14.000
17,500
-20.0%
Other
46,271
46,158
0.2%
Other Sales
334,496
306,421
9.2%
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
Wastewater Fund
Sales
182,125
834,318
2,875.000
2,040,682
29.0
908,973
2,750,000
33.1
Sales - Other
103,225
357,088
1,031.500
674,412
34.6
313,173
549,000
57.0
Local Sales Tax
62,332
144,800
815.000
870,400
17.7
189,457
810,000
23.4
Licenses 8 Permits
-
5,600
6,000
400
93.3
5,800
6,000
96.7
Charges for Services
595
4,403
7,500
3,098
58.7
1.610
7,500
21.5
Miscellaneous Revenues
17.206
65,965
176.000
110.035
37.6
53.132
93.500
56.8
TOTAL REVENUES 365,483 1,411,973 4,911,000 3,499,027 28.8 1,472,146 4,216,000 34.9
Wages 8 Benefits
62,401
230,418
892.971
662,553
25.8
223,675
813,235
27.5
Supplies
41,273
85,624
297,600
211,976
28.8
80,535
279,200
28.8
Services 8, Charges
126,675
259,994
840,650
580,656
30.9
193,552
855,920
22.6
Miscellaneous Expenses
517
15,419
36.000
20,581
42.8
18,858
36,000
52.4
Transfers -Out
-
-
110,000
110,000
-
-
80,000
-
Capital Outlay
72,317
149,743
2,410.249
2,260,506
6.2
492,794
1,638,085
30.1
Depreciation Expense
-
-
1.200.000
1,200,000
-
-
l,136,000
_,
Debt Service
-
558.562
1.609,355
1,050,793
34.7
492,262
1.557,895
31,6
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
303,183
1,299,761
7,396,825
6,097,064
17.6
1.601,677
6.396,335
23.6
NET of REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
62,300
112,213
(2,485.825)
(2,596,038)
(29,631)
(2,180,335)
Year to Date Sewer Sales
Comments
2024
2023
Change
Wastewater Sales Revenue:
Residential
504.053
499,728
0.9%
Commercial
151.499
147,223
2.9%
Industrial - Flow
100,365
134,507
-25.4%
Industrial - Violation Surcharges
78.401
127,515
-38.5%
Sewer Sates
834,318
908,973
-8.2%
Base Charge
300,254
257,011
16.8%
Sewer Connection Charge
18,400
23,000
-20.0%
Other
38,434
33,162
15.9%
Other Sales
357,088
313,173
14.0%
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
Refuse Fund
Sales
114,706
451,097
1,352.000
900,903
33.4
428,190
1,285,000
33.3
Sales - Other
4,779
15,455
46,100
30,645
33.5
14,779
45,000
32.8
Intergovernmental Revenue
3,016
7,416
21.500
14,084
34.5
7.133
12,500
57.1
Miscellaneous Revenues
3.546
12,370
30,000
17,630
41.2
14.713
15,000
98.1
TOTAL REVENUES
126,047
486,338
1,449,600
963,262
33.5
464,815
1,357,500
34.2
Wages & Benefits
26,070
92,171
337,416
245,245
27.3
58,657
343,101
17.1
Supplies
14,015
21,746
60,750
39,004
35.8
11,460
62,650
18.2
Services & Charges
77,462
242,639
969,000
726,361
25.0
243,744
897,590
27.2
Miscellaneous Expenses
-
273
1.150
878
23.7
-
750
-
Transfers -Out
-
-
55,000
55,000
-
-
55,000
Capital Outlay
117,333
117,708
817.500
699,792
14.4
5,287
1,018,482
0.5
Depreciation Expense
-
172,000
172,000
-
172,000
-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
234,879
474,636
2,412,816
1,938,280
19.7
319,148
2,649,773
12.5
NET of REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
(108,832)
11,802
(963,216)
(976,018)
145,667
(1,192,273)
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
Compost Fund
Sales
449,702
1,312,356
2,620.300
1,307,944
50.1
1,122,985
2,939,400
38.2
Charges for Services
138
248
95,500
95,252
0.3
560
97,000
0.6
Miscellaneous Revenues
3,846
12,964
52.000
39,036
24.9
20,846
32,000
65.1
TOTAL REVENUES
463,686
1,326,567
2,767,800
1,442,233
47.9
1,144,392
3,068,400
37.3
Cost of Sales
282.991
862,655
1.759,400
896,745
49.0
767,706
2.158,000
35.6
Inventory Cost Adjustment
(38,659)
(122,349)
(703,528)
(581,179)
17.4
(133,454)
(657,750)
20.3
Wages & Benefits
60,409
242,472
888,535
646,063
27.3
226,557
838,147
27.0
Supplies
21,315
41,903
149.500
107,597
28.0
24,973
162,500
15.4
Services & Charges
9,086
52,427
207,500
235,073
18.2
66,223
304,980
21.7
Miscellaneous Expenses
879
2,948
13,500
10,552
21.8
2,234
11,000
20.3
Transfers -Out
-
-
120,000
120,000
-
-
120,000
-
Capital Outlay
-
39,858
197,000
157,142
20.2
4,537
349,652
1.3
Depreciation Expense
-
-
290.000
290,000
-
-
290,000
-
Debt Service
73.808
70,992
73.808
2,816
96.2
69,646
73A08
94.4
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
409,829
1,190,906
3,075,715
1,884,809
38.7
1,028,394
3,6509337
28.2
NET of REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
43,868
134,662
(307,916)
(442,577)
116,998
(681,937)
Year to Date Sal"
Comments
2024
2023
Change
Compost Sales
Bagged
1,160,750
1.038,478
11.8%
Bulk
70,901
12.631
461.3%
Other (Freight)
80,705
71,877
12.3%
Total Sales
1,312,356
1,122,985
16.9%
Gross Profit
449,701
355.279
Gross Margin
34.3%
31.6%
REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT for CITY of HUTCHINSON
PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2024
2024
2023
2024 ACTUALS
2024
AVAILABLE
% BDGT
2023 YTD
2023
% BDGT
APRIL
YTD
BUDGET
BALANCE
USED
ACTUAL
BUDGET
USED
Storm Water Utility
Sales
84,536
357,834
1,097,000
739,166
32.6
353,338
1,065,000
33.2
Sales - Other
888
1,994
3,500
1,506
57.0
1,473
3,500
42.1
Licenses & Permits
1,025
1,495
5,500
4,005
27.2
1,305
5,500
23.7
Charges for Services
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Miscellaneous Revenues
2,276
7,483
26.300
18,817
28.5
9,710
15,300
63.5
Capital Contributions
TOTAL REVENUES
88,725
368,806
1,132,300
763,494
32.6
365,827
1,089,300
33.6
Wages & Benefits
22,809
86,406
311,298
224,892
27.8
82,898
308,906
26.8
Supplies
366
2,463
51,350
48,887
4.8
5,907
53,625
11.0
Services & Charges
11,773
55,531
223,375
167,844
24.9
16,711
208,535
8.0
Miscellaneous Expenses
-
1,467
6.000
4,533
24.5
2,291
10,000
22.9
Transfers -Out
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Capital Outlay
-
-
467.145
467,145
-
-
247,293
Depreciation Expense
-
-
255,000
255,000
-
-
275,000
Debt Service
-
157,927
107,480
29,553
84.2
140,411
221,589
67,0
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
34,947
303,794
1,501,648
1.197,864
20.2
256,218
1,324,948
19.3
NET of REVENUES & EXPENDITURES
53,778
65,011
(369,348)
(434,359)
109,609
(235,648)
Comments
Services & Charges This expense category is higher than normal due to the consultant fees related to the storm water resiliency project.
City of Hutchinson
Investment Report
For the Month Ended April 30, 2024
Trade
Fixed or
Par
Purchase
Premium
Current
Unrealized
Annual
Date
Maturity
Coupon
Callable
Value
Amount
-Discount
Value
Gain/ -Loss
Earnings
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT:
-
Capital One NA
07/05/2022
07/08/2024
3.300%
Fixed
$245,000
$245,000
$0
$244,049
-$951
$8,085
American Express Nad Bank
08/04/2022
08/12/2024
3.350%
Fixed
245.000
245,000
0
243,589
-1,411
8,208
Manufacturers & Traders Trust
11/28/2022
12/09/2024
4.900%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
243,412
-588
11,956
Sallie Mae BanklSalt Lake
12/07021
12/16/2024
1,000%
Fixed
245.000
245,000
0
238,564
-6,436
2,450
Merrick Bank
01/2312020
01/31/2025
1,800%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
238,799
-6,201
4,410
Axos Bank San Diego
02/28/2020
03/26/2025
1.650%
Fixed
245.000
245.000
0
237,346
-7,654
4,043
Forbright Bank
08/31/2022
09/10025
3,500%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
239,843
-5,157
8,575
First Citizens Bk & Tr Co Raleigh
10/26/2022
10/2512025
4.700%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
242,631
-1,369
11,468
Regions Bank Birmingham AL
10/28/2019
10/31/2025
2.000%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
234,181
-10,819
4,900
Flushing Bank Primary
10/2612022
11/04/2025
4.700%
Fixed
245.000
245,000
0
243,731
-1,269
11,515
Ally Bk Sandy Utah
11/02/2022
11/10/2025
4,800%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
243,012
-988
11,712
Toyota Financial Sgs Bk
07/14/2021
07/22/2026
0.950%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
224,616
-20,384
2,328
Synchrony Bank
09/01/2022
09/09/2027
3.500%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
235,617
-9,384
8,575
Discover Bank DE
11/16/2022
11/30/2027
4.900%
Fixed
242,000
242,000
0
243,459
1,459
11,858
Morgan Stanley Bank NA
03/10/2023
03116/2028
4.800%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
244,947
947
11,712
Affinity Bank
03/15/2023
03/17/2028
4.900%
Fixed
195,000
195,000
0
196,568
1,568
9,555
Customers Rank
06107/2023
0611412028
4 500%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
748,402
4,402
10,980
Thread Bank Rogers TN
06/0712023
06/16/2028
4,400%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
249,657
4,657
10,780
Univest Bank & Trust Co
06/02/2023
06/21/2028
4.500%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
249,461
4,461
11,025
CIBC Bk USA
06/16/2023
06/30/2028
4.450%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
248,036
4,036
10,858
Providence Bk Rocky Mt NC
08/03/2023
08/21/2028
4,400%
Fixed
249,000
249,000
0
246,809
-2,191
10,956
United Roosevelt Savings
09/06/2023
09/12/2028
4,500%
Fixed
249.000
249.000
0
252.957
3.957
11,205
Central Fe S&L/Cicero IL
09/0612023
09/14/2028
4.500%
Fixed
249.000
249,000
0
247,835
4J65
11,205
Community Bk & Tr Waco TX
11/01/2023
11/10/2028
5.050%
Fixed
243.000
243,000
0
247,340
4,340
12,272
Liberty First Credit Union
01/23/2024
01/30/2029
4.150%
Fixed
249,000
249,000
0
244,496
4,504
10,334
Morgan Stanley Private Bank
02/28/2024
03/06/2029
4.350%
Fixed
244.000
244.000
0
241,594
-2,406
10,614
Carter Bank & Trust
03/08/2024
03/20/2029
4.300%
Fixed
245,000
245,000
0
242,192
-2,80B
10,535
Mivahi Tefahot Bank/LA
0312VA24
03/07/2030
4,500%
Fixed
244,000
244,000
0
244,390
390
10,980
Total CDs
$6,813,000
$6,813,000
$0
$6,757,532
455,468
$263,094
MUNICIPAL BONDS:
Honolulu City &CntyHI
03103/2022
07101024
0.545%
Fixed
$675,000
08,112
-$16,889
$669,566
$11,455
$3,879
Commerce Bank of Southwe
07/1412016
08101/2024
3,000%
Fixed
500,000
526,595
26,595
496,840
-29,755
15,000
Honolulu City &CntyHI
10/20019
08/01/2024
1,832%
Fixed
1,000.000
996,000
-4,000
991,020
-4,980
18,320
Connecticut State
07/09/2019
08/15/2024
2.400%
Fixed
570,000
568,906
-1,094
564,853
-4,053
13,680
New York City Transition
11/10/2015
11/01/2024
2,600%
Callable
500.000
486,750
-13,250
492,985
6,235
13,000
Elk Grove Village IL
10/28/2021
01101/2025
1.000%
Fixed
150,000
150.000
0
145,668
4,332
1,500
April 30, 2024
Oregon St Hsg & Cmnty Svcs Dept
Palm Beach FL Revenue
Chaska MN EDA Lease Revenue
Virginia St CIg Bldg Authority
MiamkDade Cnty FL Transit Sales
Austin TX Cmnty CW
Jobsohio Beverage Sys Stwd
Oklahoma City OK Econ Dev Trust
New York St Urban Dev Dorp
Anchor Bay MI School Dist
Phoenix Az Civic Impt Corp
San Juan CA Unif Sch Dist
District of Columbia Rev
District of Columbia Rev
Phoenix Az Civic tmpt Corp
Indiana St Fin Authority Rev
NY Personal Income Tax
Pima County AZ Revenue
Wisconsin St Gen Fund Rev
Pima County AZ Revenue
New York NY City Transitional
New York NY C'riy Transitional
Wisconsin St Gen Fund Rev
Albertville AL
Middlesex County NJ
California St
New York NY City Transitional
Palm Beach Cnty Fla
Connecticut State
Total Municipal Bonds
FEDERAL BONDS:
Federal Home Loan Bank
Total Federal Bonds
MONEY MARKET FUNDS:
Money Market- Citizens Bank
Money Market - Oppenheimer
Total Money Market Funds
Trade
Fixed or
Par
Purchase
Premium
Current
Unrealized
Annual
Date
Maturity
Coupon
Callable
Value
Amount
-Discount
Value
Gainl-Loss
Earnings
10/1912022
01/01/2025
4,659%
Callable
$355.000
$354,677
4323
$353,062
$1,615
$16,539
12/0612019
01/01/2025
2.500%
Fixed
460,000
469,752
9,752
451,416
-18,336
11,500
02/03/2020
02/01/2025
3.430%
Fixed
300.000
323,256
23,256
295,308
-27,948
10,290
09/22/2022
02/01/2025
4250%
Fixed
570.000
570.000
0
563,759
-6,242
24,225
11/19/2021
07/01/2025
0,900%
Fixed
375,000
373,013
-1,988
356,363
-10,650
3,375
04/27/2022
08/01/2025
0,992%
Fixed
245,000
229,482
-15,518
232,010
2,528
2,430
04/27f2022
01/01/2026
2.034%
Fixed
310,000
298,815
-11,185
293,561
-5,255
6,305
02/08/2022
03/01/2026
1.118%
Fixed
300,000
292,833
7,167
278,121
-14,712
3,354
08/26/2022
03/15/2026
3.170%
Fixed
190,000
187.925
-2,075
183,016
4,910
6,023
07/01/2020
05/01/2026
1.250%
Fixed
500,000
503,630
3,630
460,995
42,035
6,250
12/10/2021
07/01/2026
1.157%
Fixed
135,000
134,150
-851
124,070
-10,079
1,562
11/09/2021
08/01/2026
1,201%
Fixed
140,000
140,000
0
127,751
-12,249
1,681
01/18/2023
06/01/2027
4232%
Callable
350,000
349,734
-266
340,799
-8,936
14,812
02/14/2023
06/01/2027
4.232%
Callable
400,000
397,684
-2,316
389,484
-8,200
16,928
03/30/2022
07/01/2027
1,257%
Fixed
175,000
161,088
-13,913
158,105
4,982
2,200
01/27/2023
07/15/2027
4.109%
Fixed
1,000,000
1.000,000
0
966,620
-33,380
41,090
12/09/2022
09/15/2027
5.051%
Fixed
300,000
308,277
8,277
296,523
-11,754
15,153
11/09/2022
12/01/2027
5.382%
Fixed
1,000.000
1,014,580
14,580
1,008,350
-6,230
53,820
02/21/2023
05/01/2028
4.330%
Fixed
500.000
497,905
-2,095
489,670
-8,235
21,650
11/22/2023
12/01/2028
5.961%
Fixed
175,000
183,171
8,171
180,880
-2,291
10,432
07/05/2023
02/01/2029
4.750%
Callable
385,000
385,920
920
379,864
-6,D56
18,288
02/14/2024
02/01/2029
4.430%
Callable
375,000
375.000
0
365,456
-9,544
16,613
03/13/2024
05/01/2029
4.346%
Fixed
500,000
497,905
-2,095
487,675
-10,230
21,730
01/19/2024
06/01/2029
4.900%
Fixed
235,000
241,103
6,103
230,114
-10,989
11,515
09/13/2023
08/15/2029
4.603%
Fixed
250,000
248,115
-1,885
244,168
-3,948
11,508
10/24/2023
10/01/2029
5.100%
Fixed
200,000
199,788
-212
200,968
1,180
10,200
12/05/2023
11/01/2029
5,050%
Fixed
300,000
308,451
8,451
299,865
-8,586
15,150
12/15/2023
12/01/2029
4.150%
Fixed
265,000
263,614
-1,386
250,764
-12,850
10,998
04/12/2024
05/15/2030
4.657%
Fixed
140,000
140,000
0
137,508
-2,492
6,520
$13,825,000 $13,936,229 $11,229 $13,505,177 4331,052 $457,320
09/2812021 10/26/2026 1.180% Callable $500,000 $500,000 $0 $453,580-$46,420 $5,900
$500,000 $500,000 $0 $453,580 $46,420 $5,900
Current Rate: 4.800% NIA $13,352,823 $13,352,823 $0 $13,352,823 $0 $640,936
Current Rate: 5.324% NIA $529.560 $529.560 $0 $529,560 $0 $28,194
$13,882,383 $13,882,383 $0 $13,882,383 $0 $669,130
TOTALS $35,020,383 $35,031,611 $11,229 $34,598,671-$432,940 $1,395,444
City of Hutchinson
Investment Report
For the Month Ended April 30, 2024
CITY'$ PORTFOLIO BY PRODUCT TYPE
CITY'S MATURITY SCHEDULE
Par Value Current
Municipal
Federal
Total
Total
% of Total Value
Year
CD's
Bonds
Bonds
Par Value
%
CDs $6,813,000
19.5% $6,757,532
2G24
$979,000
$3,245,000
$0
$4,224,000
20.0%
Municipal Bonds $13,825,000
39.5% $13,505,177
2C25
$1,71000
$2,455,000
$0
$4,168,000
19.7%
Federal Bonds $500,000
1.4% $453,580
2C26
$245,D00
$1.575.000
$500,000
$2.320,000
11.0%
Money Market $13,882,383
39.6% $13,882,383
2C27
$487,D00
$3,225,000
$0
$3,712,000
17.6%
Total $35,020,383
100.0% $34,598,671
2C28
$2,407,000
$675,000
$0
$3,082,000
14.6%
Unrealized Gain I -Lou
4432,940
2C29
$738,000
$2,510,000
$0
$3,248,000
15.4%
Prior Year Unrealized Gain I-Loss
-$306,970
200
$244 000
$140.000
$0
$384,000
1.8%
Investment Gain) -Loss for 2024
4125,970
Totals
$6,813,000
$13,825,000
$500,000
$21,138,000
100.0%
$5,000,000
,224,000 $4,168,000
Af Money Market
ow
33.71ZOOD
$4,090,000 - —
$3,248,000
..
—
$3,082,000
$3,000,000
Municipal Bonds
39.5%
$2,000,000
[_
—
A4
1
$1,000,000
Federal Bonds
$0 .
1.4%
2024
2025 2026 2027
2028
2029 2030
FINANCIAL INDICES:
One -Year Comparison
Treasury Yield Curve
413012024 4MI2023
Change
Federal Lending Rate
5.50% 5,00%
0,50%
6.00%
Prime Rate
8.50% 8.00%
0,50%
5.00%
Treasury Rates: 1-Year
5.25% 4.80%
0.45%
4.00%
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HRA Hutchinson, MN 55350
Website: www.hutchinsonhra.com
HUTCHINSON HOUSING AND (320) 234-4251 (320) 234-4240 Fax
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Hutchinson HRA Regular Board Meeting
April 16, 2024
Mint ales
CALL TO ORDER Chair Renee Lynn Johnson Kotlarz called the meeting to order.
Members Present: Renee Lynn Johnson Kotlarz, Gary Forcier, Robin Kashuba and Dan Masog.
Staff Present: Judy Flemming.
a. Dan Masog moved to approve the agenda as presented. Gary Forcier seconded and the motion
carried unanimously.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No citizens addressed the HHRA Board of Commissioners.
3. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON March 19, 2024
Gary Forcier moved to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting as presented. Robin
Kashuba seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
4. FINANCIAL REPORTS
Robin Kashuba moved to approve the fallowing:
a. City Center:
1) City Center General Fund payments of S25,422.68 for checks 9409 to 9417
2) City Center March 31. 2024 Financial Statements
Gary Forcier seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Dan Masog moved to approve the fallowing:
b. Park Towers:
1) Park Towers Operating. Account payments of S65,652,27 for checks 16326 to 16353
2) Park Towers Security Deposit Account payments of $1,1 17.55 for checks 1622 to 1623
3) EFT payment of $1,179.16 on 4/ 10/2024 Visa Bill
4) Consideration of Park Towers February 29. 2024 Financial Statements
Robin Kashuba seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
5. PARK TOWERS
a. FYI Park Towers March Newsletter
b. FYI Park Towers Vacancy Report
e. Operation Update: April14th Judy & Megan will be going to a one day training that HUD
recommended. April 23-24 HUD will be out to do a Management and Occupancy Review
(MOR).
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CITY HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM GRANTS
a. Gary Forcier moved to approve the City Rehab Grant application for 549 Main Street S.
contingent to the Loan Review Committee's Approval. Robin Kashuba seconded and the motion
carried unanimously.
7. CONSIDERATION OF HHRA 2023 ANNUAL REPORT
Dan Masog moved to approve the HHRA 2023 Annual Report. Robin Kashuba seconded and the
motion carried unanimously.
111 Hassan Street SE
HRA Hutchinson, MN 55350
Website; www.hutchinsonhra.com
HUTCHINSON HOUSING AND (320) 234A251 (320) 234A240 Fax
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
8. UPDATE ON ISLAND VIEW CIRCLE HOUSE PROJECT
Judy Flemming gave an update on the construction schedule.
9. 7:30 A.M. — DRAFT 2023 AUDIT PRESENTATION BY ABBY SCHMIDT OF ABDO
Abby Schmidt of ABDO presented to the Board the draft 2023 Audit. Gary Forcier moved to
approve the 2023 Audit. Robin Kashuba seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
10. COMMUNICATIONS
a. Planning Staff Meeting Update
11. ADJOURNMENT
Dan Masog moved to adjourn and Robin Kashuba seconded. There being no other business, Chair
Renee Lynn .Johnson Kotlarz declared the meeting adjourned.
Recorded by Judy Flemming, HRA Executive Director
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Gary Forci Secretary/Treasurer