06-26-2012 CCMMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING — HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2012
1. CALL TO ORDER — 5:30 P.M.
Mayor Steve Cook called the meeting to order. Members present were Mary Christensen, Bill Arndt, Eric Yost
and Chad Czmowski. Others present were Jeremy Carter, City Administrator, Kent Exner, City Engineer and
Marc Sebora, City Attorney.
2. INVOCATION — Rev. Pasche, Peace Lutheran Church, delivered the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. RECOGNITION OF GIFTS, DONATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE TO THE CITY
Mayor Cook recognized 3M on their 65th anniversary in the City of Hutchinson. The grand opening of Crow
River Winery and the Jaycee Water Carnival were also recognized.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
6. MINUTES
(a) REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2012
Motion by Christensen, second by Arndt, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
7. CONSENT AGENDA (Purpose: only for items requiring Council approval by external entities that would otherwise
have been delegated to the City Administrator. Traditionally, items are not discussed.)
(a) RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
1. RESOLUTION NO. 14015 — A RESOLUTION GRANTING APPROVAL TO CHANGE STREET
NAME FROM EAU CLAIRE STREET SE TO EAU CLAIRE AVENUE SE LOCATED IN THE
SUMMERSET SECOND ADDITION PLAT
2. ORDINANCE NO. 12 -0691 — AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 31 OF THE
HUTCHINSON CITY CODE PERTAINING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS (WAIVE
FIRST READING AND SET SECOND READING AND ADOPTION FOR JULY 10, 2012)
3. ORDINANCE NO. 12 -0692 — AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS OF THE
HUTCHINSON CITY CODE PERTAINING TO DELEGATION OF ISSUING LICENSES AND
PERMITS (WAIVE FIRST READING AND SET SECOND READING AND ADOPTION FOR
JULY 10, 2012)
(b) PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
1. CONSIDERATION OF A ONE -LOT PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF LYNAUGH' S
NORTHVIEW ADDITION SUBMITTED BY MATT AND TERRI LYNAUGH, PROPERTY
OWNERS, WITH FAVORABLE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION (ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 14018)
2. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION
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154.064(C) AND SECTION 154.004 ALLOWING DOG DAYCARE BY CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT IN THE C -4 (FRINGE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT) AND ADDING THE DEFINITION
OF DOG DAYCARE TO SECTION 154.004 REQUESTED BY ADULT TRAINING AND
HABILITATION CENTER, PROPERTY OWNER, WITH FAVORABLE PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION (WAIVE FIRST READING AND SET SECOND
READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 12 -0690 FOR JULY 10, 2012)
3. CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A
578 SQUARE FOOT ADDITION TO AN EXISTING 581 SQUARE FOOT DETACHED
GARAGE LOCATED AT 529 MONROE STREET SE FOR A TOTAL GARAGE AREA OF 1159
SQUARE FEET REQUESTED BY ROGER JOHNSON, APPLICANT, WITH FAVORABLE
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION (ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 14020)
4. CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY THE EDA TO
ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A FARMERS MARKET STRUCTURE AND TO RELOCATE
THE DEPOT IN THE I/C DISTRICT AT 25 ADAMS STREET SE WITH FAVORABLE
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION (ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1402 1)
(c) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECT CHANGE ORDERS AND
SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS
(d) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF ITEMS FOR LES KOUBA PARKWAY IMPROVEMENTS
PHASE 2 PROJECT (LETTING NO. 8, PROJECT NO. 12 -09)
(e) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF ISSUING TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE TO
HUTCHINSON HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ON OCTOBER 20, 2012, AT HUTCHINSON CIVIC
ARENA
(f) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF ISSUING TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE TO
SUSTAINABLE FARMING ASSOCIATION FOR THE MINNESOTA GARLIC FESTIVAL ON
AUGUST 11, 2012, AT MCLEOD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
(g) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF ISSUING SHORT TERM 3.2 MALT LIQUOR LICENSE
TO NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS AT THE MCLEOD COUNTY
FAIRGROUNDS ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2012
(h) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF ISSUING TRANSIENT MERCHANT LICENSES
- GERALD BREYER TO SELL FIREWORKS IN HUTCHINSON MALL PARKING LOT FROM
JUNE 27 — JULY 5, 2012
- KEITH HEIKES OF FACTORY DIRECT TO HOLD FURNITURE SALE IN HUTCHINSON
MALL PARKING LOT FROM JULY 25 — AUGUST 5, 2012
- RAFAEL JIMENEZ TO OPERATE AN ICE CREAM TRUCK THROUGHOUT CITY STREETS
(i) CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS
Items 7(a)1, 7(a)3, 7(b)2, 7(b)3 and 7(d) were pulled for separate discussion.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Yost, to approve consent agenda with the exception of the items noted
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above. Motion carried unanimously
7(a)1 had further discussion. Council Member Christensen asked the reasoning for renaming the street from
Eau Claire Street SE to Eau Claire Avenue. Dan Jochum, Planning Director, explained that streets are
north/south and avenues are east/west. This roadway runs east/west. It was noted that the plat was incorrect
but the street signage is correct.
Motion by Christensen, second by Arndt, to approve Item 7(a) 1. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 7(a)3 had further discussion. Mayor Cook suggested reviewing all licensing ordinances not just related
to delegation but rather overall revisions. Mayor Cook voiced he wants to ensure that items are followed
through and consistent.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Christensen to table Item 7(a)3. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 7(b)2 had further discussion. Mayor Cook asked about the "daytime hours" language in the ordinance.
He suggested perhaps having structured hours listed since "daytime hours" could vary. Dan Jochum,
Planning Director, noted setting specific hours would be acceptable. The main notion was to indicate that
this ordinance does not pertain to overnight care.
Council Member Arndt asked about the difference between the animal shelter on the south end of town and
the proposed dog daycare. Mr. Jochum explained that the zoning districts are different from each other
which allows for different uses.
The applicant, Jason Telander, presented before the Council. Mr. Telander explained that the main purpose
of the application is to allow therapeutic resources for ATHC's clients in caring for dogs.
Mayor Cook suggested adding language such as "no overnight stays ". Mr. Jochum explained that allowing
overnight stays would get more into a kennel or boarding -type situation. If more requests come forward for
more extended hours, the Council could consider amending the ordinance. Kennels are currently allowed
in
I1 and I2 districts.
Motion by Arndt, second by Christensen, to approve first reading of Ordinance No. 12 -0690, amending
language to read "no overnight stays ". Motion carried unanimously.
Item 7(b)3 had further discussion. Mayor Cook suggested it would be helpful to add language stating the
small older garage would be removed upon construction of the new garage. This language will be added to
the conditions on the Conditional Use Permit.
Motion by Yost, second by Cook, to approve Item 7(b)3 with the additional language that the old garage
will
be removed following construction of the new garage. Motion carried unanimously.
Roger Johnson, 529 Monroe Street, presented before the Council. Mr. Johnson noted that he is attempting
to construct an attached garage to the home and will demolish the current older garage on the property.
Item 7(d) had further discussion. Council Member Yost asked why improvements are being made on Les
Kouba Parkway at this time when it is low on the priority list. Kent Exner, City Engineer, noted that these
improvements may fit well with current projects and was suggested from the Resource Allocation
Committee. An alternative funding source may be available to help support the project. This project has
been on the improvement list for the last several years and has been removed each time.
Motion by Arndt, second by Christensen, to approve Item 7(d). Motion carried unanimously.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS — 6:00 P.M.
(a) CONSIDERATION OF COMMENTS AND INPUT ON THE STORM WATER POLLUTION
PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP) FOR THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON
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John Paulson, Environmental Specialist, presented before the Council. Mr. Paulson explained that the
MPCA requires that the City have a public hearing and consider comments prior to submitting the Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Annual Report for 2011. All cities that maintain a municipal
separate storm sewer system must meet this requirement. Mr. Paulson briefly reviewed the various pieces
that make up the SWPPP.
Motion by Yost, second by Arndt, to close public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Arndt, second by Yost, to approve SWPPP for the City of Hutchinson. Motion carried
unanimously.
9. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (Purpose: to provide Council with information
necessary to craft wise policy. Always looking toward the future, not monitoring past)
(a) UPDATE BY CITY OF HUTCHINSON FACILITIES COMMITTEE
Dan Jochum, Planning Director, and John Paulson, Environmental Specialist, presented before the Council.
Mr. Jochum provided an update on the Facilities Plan, including a list of projects by priority ranking, a list
of projects by proposed completion year and the funding plan. Mr. Jochum provided an overview on the
various work the Facilities Committee completed on establishing the Plan. This included a condition index
system and a project ranking system. The projects were then scheduled a completion year based on this
information. Mr. Jochum reviewed the projects scheduled for 2012 and 2013. For 2012, the projects
scheduled include the east rink roof, Event Center roof, Library roof, City Center VAV boxes, Cemetery
roof, Civic Arena sidewalk, east rink front doors and senior dining sidewalk with a total project cost of
$445,175. The projects scheduled for 2013 include the park garage, City Center carpet, senior dining
parking lot and Recreation Center air handlers with a total project cost of $557,660. These projects and
those scheduled further into the future will be included in the capital improvement plan.
Mary Haugen, PRCE Facilities Manager, spoke of the east rink roof and the repairs that it needs.
Council Member Czmowski voiced that by following this plan, and putting the funds into these projects, it
puts a fork in the City- School District Committee's work on crafting a master plan for some of these
facilities' replacement. Staff and the Committee have discussed keeping in mind joint efforts with the
school district. Mayor Cook suggested bringing the City's facilities plan to the City- School District Joint
Facilities Committee to see if there are opportunities available.
(b) DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF PROPOSED FIVE -YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Jeremy Carter, City Administrator, presented before the Council. Mr. Carter reviewed summary reports for
the five -year capital improvement plan. The capital improvement plan is meant to be a guide for Council
and management but does not give authorization for the projects until formally approved based on
purchasing authorization thresholds. The five -year capital improvement plan gets updated on an annual
basis. Some projects get pushed back to later years, some projects drop off and some projects move up
years depending on priorities.
Council Member Yost spoke of the priority listings listed on the plan. Mr. Carter explained that regardless
of the scheduled year, the priority ranking should truly reflect the priority of the project.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF DOWNTOWN ACTION PLAN CONTRACT WITH
HOISINGTON KOEGLER GROUP INC.
Dan Jochum, Planning Director, presented before the Council. Mr. Jochum explained that this item was
tabled at the last Council meeting to allow for some revisions to be made to the agreement with the
consultant. The purpose of the plan is to continue the revitalization efforts that have been occurring
downtown and develop a plan to shape the future of downtown and the river corridor in Hutchinson. It is
proposed that the EDA would fund half of the project and the City would look at some partnership
opportunities to fund the other half of the project. The goal of this project is to spur the economy and create
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more growth opportunity. General discussion was held regarding how the reconstruction of Hwy 15 could
affect the downtown plan.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Yost, to approve downtown action plan contract with Hoisington Koegler
Group, Inc. Motion carried unanimously.
11. NEW BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 154.063(C)
ALLOWING TATOO ESTABLISHMENTS BY CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IN THE C -3
(CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT) REQUESTED BY DOUGLAS MOULTON, APPLICANT,
WITH PLANNING COMMISSION SPLIT VOTE (4 -1) (WAIVE FIRST READING AND SET
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 12 -0689 FOR JULY 10, 2012)
Dan Jochum, Planning Director, presented before the Council. Mr. Jochum explained the discussions held
by the Planning Commission and staff pertaining to tattoo establishments. Mr. Jochum noted that tattoo
establishments are currently allowed in the I -1, I -2 and C -4 districts. The C -3 district includes the
downtown area. C -4 is general commercial, such as near the mall on Hwy 15 South or Hwy 7 West. Mayor
Cook noted that salons and other service establishments are allowed downtown and he expressed that he
doesn't feel that tattoo establishments should be treated any differently from them. Mayor Cook did
mention that the City's tattoo ordinance needs to be updated, however it doesn't pertain to the zoning
portion of tattoo establishments.
Council Member Arndt expressed that he does not wish to have tattoo establishments allowed in the
downtown area.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Christensen, to waive first reading and set second reading and adoption for
July 10, 2012. Roll call vote: Christensen — aye; Arndt — nay; Yost — aye; Czmowski — aye; Cook — aye.
Motion carried 4 to 1.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF A VARIANCE TO REDUCE FRONT AND SIDE YARD SETBACK TO
ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE ADDITION AT 529 MONROE STREET
SE REQUESTED BY ROGER JOHNSON, APPLICANT, WITH UNFAVORABLE PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION (ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 14019)
Dan Jochum, Planning Director, presented before the Council. Mr. Jochum noted that the Planning
Commission denied this request due to the request not meeting the State's definition of practicable
difficulties. The Planning Commission and staff both expressed that there are options available for the
applicant to construct a garage without reducing the setbacks.
Roger Johnson, applicant, presented before the Council. Mr. Johnson asked if any discussion had been held
regarding the language difference between R -1 and R -2 districts. This language addresses averages of front
yard setback percentages. Mr. Johnson provided information about percentages of the front yard setback in
R -1 and it is not addressed at all in R -2 districts. Mr. Johnson requested that he would remain at 6 feet on
the sideyard setback but requested that the front yard setback would allow for 23 feet. Mr. Jochum noted
that these issues are two separate items and if Mr. Johnson's interpretation is correct, a variance would not
be required, but could rather be allowed through staff action via the City code (154.023).
Motion by Czmowski, second by Christensen, to approve Resolution No. 14019 denying the variance
application. Motion carried unanimously.
(c) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF TRUNK HWY 15 RETAINING WALL RECONSTRUCTION
ENGINEERING SERVICES AMENDMENT (LETTING NO. 5, PROJECT NO. 12 -06)
Kent Exner, City Engineer, presented before the Council. Mr. Exner explained that Mn/DOT has allocated
up to $200,000 for the construction of the Hwy 15 retaining wall project. Due to a more detailed,
comprehensive project, additional engineering services are required to complete the project in a manner that
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meets Mn/DOT's and the City's expectations. Therefore, the original design fee of $26,600 has increased to
$53,700. The Resource Allocation Committee has reviewed the proposed design fee increase and the
general consensus was that it seemed to be appropriate and acceptable. Then additional fees are due to
additional project work pertaining to the expansion of the intersection radii at 5` Avenue and Main Street to
accommodate truck turning movements and stripping options; developing plans and specifications for
lighting improvements on the west side of Main Street from 4t Avenue to 5' Avenue; temporary easements;
developing design and plans for reconstruction of Wall B; Retaining Wall A scope changes; existing service
line review and hydraulic analysis of runoff volume and corresponding spread on Main Street.
Motion by Yost, second by Cook, to approve Trunk Hwy 15 Retaining Wall Reconstruction Engineering
Services Amendment. Motion carried unanimously.
(d) CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 12 -0684 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 52
(WATER) OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON CODE OF ORDINANCES ADDING LANGUAGE IN
SECTION 52.12 AND 52.13; CONNECTION REQUIRED AND PRIVATE WELLS FOR DOMESTIC
USE (WAIVE FIRST READING AND SET SECOND READING AND ADOPTION AND PUBLIC
HEARING FOR JULY 24, 2012)
Kent Exner, City Engineer, presented before the Council. Mr. Exner asked that a public hearing be set
for July 24, 2012, to review details of the ordinance. Mr. Exner pointed out basic additions to the
proposed ordinance in Section 52.13. Mayor Cook suggested that the approval of private wells come
forward to the Planning Commission or the City Council as opposed to a decision made by the City
Engineer. Mr. Exner and John Paulson both noted that an applicant always has the option to come to the
Council should the decision not be favorable to them. The ordinance also addresses a connection
requirement to city water utilities.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Arndt, to waive first reading and set second reading and adoption and
public hearing of Ordinance No. 12 -0684 for July 24, 2012. Motion carried unanimously.
(e) CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 12 -0685 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 92
(NUISANCES; HEALTH AND SANITATION) OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON CODE OF
ORDINANCES ADDING LANGUAGE IN 92.5; THE USE OF COAL TAR -BASED SEALER
PRODUCTS WITHIN THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON (WAIVE FIRST READING AND SET
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR JULY 24, 2012)
Kent Exner, City Engineer, presented before the Council. Mr. Exner explained that this ordinance
pertains to adding language to Chapter 92 prohibiting the use of undiluted coal tar based sealer products.
John Paulson, Environmental Specialist, explained that extensive studies have been conducted by State
and Federal agencies and have found that undiluted coal tar contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
that do not break down. In 2009, the Minnesota legislature enacted a ban on coal tar -based sealcoats
used by State agencies starting July 1, 2010. Some large national retailers no longer sell undiluted coal
tar sealers and others do not carry the product in large volumes. The local commercial sealing
applicator has communicated that they will transition voluntarily to asphalt based sealers this spring in
light of the results of recent PAH studies.
Motion by Christensen, second by Yost, to waive first reading and set second reading and adoption and
public hearing of Ordinance No. 12 -0685 for July 24, 2012. Motion carried unanimously.
(f) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF CITY OF HUTCHINSON POLICY 1.23- MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF ABOLISHING CITY OF
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HUTCHINSON POLICIES 1.17- ORGANIZATIONS - REQUESTS AND 1.21 -PETS WITHIN VETERANS
MEMORIAL BASEBALL FIELD;
Jeremy Carter, City Administrator, presented before the Council. Mr. Carter explained that Policy No. 1.23
has minor revisions pertaining to the IT Director language amendments as opposed to an IT Coordinator and
IT Committee. Mr. Carter clarified that the IT policy itself is reviewed on an annual basis.
Mr. Carter is recommending that Policy Nos. 1.17 and 1.21 be abolished from the City's record. These
policies no longer pertain to City practice.
Motion by Czmowski, second by Yost, to approve Policy 1.23 and abolish Policy 1.17 and Policy 1.21.
Motion carried unanimously.
(g) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 14022 — A RESOLUTION RELATING TO
PUBLIC UTILITY REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2012A; APPROVING THE
AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO. 13996 RELATED THERETO
Jeremy Carter, City Administrator, noted that this item amends Resolution No. 13996 which amends the
$1,000,000 threshold of net value savings. Instead, the net value savings of not less than $700,000 will be
revised in the Resolution.
Bruce Kimmel, Ehlers & Associates, explained that this is an opportunistic refunding and not a necessary
refinancing. Therefore, a savings of $700,000 is still a healthy savings.
Motion by Arndt, second by Yost, to approve Resolution No. 14022. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 13(b) was considered at this time. See minutes below.
(h) CONSIDERATION FOR APPROVAL OF SETTING COUNCIL WORKSHOP FOR JULY 10, 2012, TO
REVIEW THE 2011 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Motion by Czmowski, second by Christensen, to set Council workshop for July 10, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. to
review 2011 audited financial statements. Motion carried unanimously.
12. GOVERNANCE (Purpose: to assess past organizational performance, develop policy that guides the organization and
Council and manage the logistics of the Council. May include monitoring reports, policy development and governance
process items)
(a) PIONEERLAND LIBRARY SYSTEM BOARD MINUTES FROM APRIL 19, 2012
(b) RESOURCE ALLOCATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES FROM JUNE 5, 2012
(c) CITY OF HUTCHINSON FINANCIAL REPORT FOR MAY 2012
(d) CITY OF HUTCHINSON INVESTMENT REPORT FOR MAY 2012
(e) CITY OF HUTCHINSON WEED REPORT FOR MAY 2012
(f) PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES FROM MAY 15, 2012
(g) JOINT PLANNING BOARD MINUTES FROM MAY 16, 2012
Council Member Yost commented on the large number of properties on the weed notice report. Kent Exner
noted that this was more than likely due to it being early in the season.
13. MISCELLANEOUS
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(a) RESOLUTION NO. 14023 — RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO DEED BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL GRANTS PROGRAM
Miles Seppelt, EDA Director, presented before the Council. Mr. Seppelt explained that within the last two
weeks, the Minnesota DEED announced a grant program available for economic development projects. Mr.
Seppelt would like to submit an application for funds to aid in the development of a business incubator
project.
Motion by Arndt, second by Christensen, to approve Resolution No. 14023. Motion carried unanimously.
(b) RESOLUTION NO. 14024 — RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE, AWARDING THE SALE,
PRESCRIBING THE FORM AND DETAILS AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF GENERAL
OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2012B
Bruce Kimmel, Ehlers & Associates, presented before the Council. Mr. Kimmel distributed the sale report
of $4,795,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012B. Bids were received earlier today with
the low bid coming in at 1.7730% from BAIRD. This interest rate is a bit higher than what was estimated a
month ago. A savings of 4.5% is still being seen with this true interest rate. A little over $30,000 per year
will be saved for the remainder of the debt service. Maintaining the fund balance allows for the better
ratings that the City continually receives.
Motion by Arndt, second by Czmowski, to approve Resolution No. 14024. Motion carried unanimously.
Mary Christensen — Council Member Christensen noted that she received a complaint about smoking in
Evergreen Apartments.
Council Member Christensen also commented on her disappointment on the vandalism made to the
Hutchinson Brothers statute in Library Square.
Bill Arndt — Council Member Arndt commented on the success of the small play held in the church located
On the corner of 2nd Avenue SE and Hassan Street.
Kent Exner — Open House set for Hwy 15 /CSAH 18 /Airport Road roundabout project on July 11, 2012,
5:00 — 7:30 p.m. at the Hutchinson Event Center.
Motion by Arndt, second by Christensen, to set public meeting for July 11, 2012, at 5:00 p.m. at the
Hutchinson Event Center. Motion carried unanimously.
South Grade Road bridge project with McLeod County will be unveiled in mid -July.
Mayor Cook — Mayor Cook commented on the construction of the Habitat for Humanity house on Franklin
Street. The elevation appears to be much higher than the surrounding homes. Mr. Carter will have the
building official check into it.
14. ADJOURN
Motion by Arndt, second by Christensen, to adjourn at 8:40 p.m. Motion carried unanimously