07-23-2024HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024
CITY CENTER — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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decisions regarding agenda iten2s are based upon this information as well as: City policy and practices, inputfiron2 constituents,
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER — 5:30 P.M.
Mayor Gary Forcier called the meeting to order. Members present were Tim Burley, Dave Sebesta, Pat
May and Chad Czmowski. Also present were Matt Jaunich, City Administrator and Marc Sebora, City
Attorney.
(a) Approve the Council agenda and any agenda additions and/or corrections
Motion by Burley, second by Sebesta, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. INVOCATION — Hutchinson Evangelical Free Church
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City Council with, or express the City Council's preferencefor, 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
Council Member Czmowski recognized MITGI who has done a lot of work along the riverbank
behind Fireman's Park. This area abuts MITGI's property and they should be commended for all
of their work.
(a) Resolution No. 15754 — Resolution Accepting $3792.00 Donation from Fahey Equities, LLC for
Purchase and Installation of Two Benches at 101 Main Street South
Motion by May, second by Sebesta, to approve Resolution No. 15754. Motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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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 fi on2 personal or derogatory attacks on individuals)
5. CITIZENS ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(a) Regular Meeting of July 9, 2024
(b) Council Workshop of July 9, 2024
Motion by May, second by Burley, to approve minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 23, 2024
(The iten2s listedfor consideration 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 iten2s are not discussed)
7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
(a) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Temporary Liquor License to Bobbing Bobber Brewing
Company on September 6, 2024
(b) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Short -Term Gambling License to Vineyard United
Methodist Church August 15-18, 2024, at McLeod County Fair
(c) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15751 — Disposal of Streets Department Surplus
Property
(d) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15752 — Resolution Adopting Findings of Fact and
Reasons for Approval of Conditional Use Permit for Placement of Fill Within the Flood Fringe
District Located at 905 Adams Street SE With Favorable Planning Commission Recommendation
(e) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15753 — 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 35 Main Street North With Favorable Planning Commission Recommendation
(f) Consideration for Approval of Issuing Tattoo License to Alexa Jacobson Located at 35 Main
Street North
(g) Consideration for Approval of Resolution No. 15755 — Resolution Approving Disposal of Surplus
Fire Department Property
(h) Consideration for Approval of Purchase of Plow Truck and Chassis
(i) Consideration for Approval of City of Hutchinson Data Practices Policies
0) Claims, Appropriations and Contract Payments
Motion by May, second by Czmowski, to approve consent agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS — 6:00 P.M. - NONE
COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
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Includes iten2s like monthly or annual reports and coniniunications f on2 other entities.)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8. APPROVE/DENY SECOND READING AND ADOPTION FOF ORDINANCE NO. 24-847 — AN
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING SALE OF MUNICIPALLY -OWNED LAND TO DEROCK
CAPITAL GROUP
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 23, 2024
Matt Jaunich, City Administrator, noted that the first reading of this ordinance was held at the last
Council meeting. Mr. Jaunich explained that when a title search was done of the property it was
discovered that a contract for deed was entered into in 1956 but the contract was never filed. Due to
this a quiet title action will have to commence which will push out the closing date due to filing
requirements. Because of this, the purchase agreement may be revised to allow the buyer to get in
prior to the closing date to start remodeling work. Staff will ensure that the League of Minnesota
Cities Insurance Trust is in agreement with the arrangement.
Motion by May, second by Czmowsk, to approve second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 24-
847 and authorizing city administrator to revise purchase agreement as necessary. Motion carried
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
9. APPROVE/DENY TRANSFERRING FLANK STEAKHOUSE, LLC LIQUOR LICENSE FROM 14
MAIN STREET SOUTH TO 1000 HWY 7 WEST
Matt Jaunich explained that Flank Steakhouse, which is currently located at 14 Main Street South, is
moving to a new location at the Days Inn located at 1000 Hwy 7 West. The licensee and owner will
remain the same as Flank Steakhouse LLC, however the new name of the restaurant at the new
location will be Flank Bar & Char.
Motion by Burley, second by Sebesta, to approve transferring Flank Steakhouse LLC liquor license
from 14 Main Street South to 1000 Hwy 7 West. Motion carried unanimously.
10. APPROVE/DENY ADDITION OF SECOND FULL-TIME MOTOR VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
POSITION
Kellie Wendland, Human Resources Director, presented before the Council. Ms. Wendland explained
that staff is requesting an additional full-time employee in the Motor Vehicle Department. The
purpose of the request is due to the high volume of transactions, extra coverage for vacation/sick
times, current part-time individuals are nearing weekly average of hours that would make them
benefit eligible which would increase costs, and need for additional employee with higher level
responsibilities. This position will be budgeted for 2025 but is not currently budgeted for 2024. The
request would bring the additional employee on board in fourth quarter 2024.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Burley, to approve adding second full-time Motor Vehicle
Technician position. Motion carried unanimously.
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.)
11. MINUTES/REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES, BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 23, 2024
a) Hutchinson Housing & Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes from June 18, 2024
b) Planning Commission Minutes from June 18, 2024
(c) City of Hutchinson Financial Report and Investment Report for June 2024
MISCELLANEOUS
12. STAFF UPDATES
Mike Stifter — Mr. Stifter provided an update on the Hwy 115 roundabout. Oakland Avenue paving will
begin early August. The majority of Franklin Street and Michael Court is complete. Washington
Avenue is also patched with milling and paving to take place within the next few weeks.
Matt Jaunich — Mr. Jaunich noted the amount the City contributes to fund the DMV which is about
$5000-$10,000. He also reminded the Council that the August 13, 2024, meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m.
due to the primary election.
13. COUNCIL/MAYOR UPDATE
Dave Sebesta — Council Member Sebesta provided unemployment statistics as received from the Mid
Minnesota Development Commission.
Chad Czmowski — Council Member Czmwski mentioned that Lynn Neumann, PRCE Director, will be
in the dunk tank at the Stroll for Hope event. He also noted all the work done by staff along the Luce
Line Trail.
Pat May — Council Member May mentioned that Hutch Manufacturing closed their facility recently.
Tim Burley — Council Member Burley spoke of a number of events coming up such as Pottery Festival,
Orange Spectacular, Stroll for Hope, Remembrance Wall and a large National Guard tour coming
through Hutchinson in October.
Gary Forcier — Mayor Forcier noted that the Airport Commission is still searching for a field base
operator. He also provided a housing update from the HRA.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by May, second by Czmowski, to adjourn at 6:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
Gary T. Forcier
Mayor
Matthew Jaunich
City Administrator
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