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cp01-26-1970 Ver 1 ci�LTDI Al
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 26, 1970
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 P.M.
2. INVOCATION - Rev. Thomas Exley
3. MINUTES TO BE APPROVED: Regular Meeting January 12, 1970
Special Meeting January 15, 1970
Special Meeting January 16, 1970
4. PRESENTATION OF BILLS
NEW BUSINESS
TTA" 5. APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUEST FOR BIDS - POLICE PATROL CAR
(Publication No. 1244)
6. CALL FOR BIDS - CONSTRUCTION OF MENTAL HEALTH ADDITION TO HOSPITAL
(8:00 P.M., February 9, 1970
7. APPROVE INVESTMENT OF APPROXIMATELY $981000 IN S. F. # 1
8. APPROVE ASSESSMENT ROLL - 1968-3, Watermain and Sewer Project
OLD BUSINESS
TrBtr 9. STREET DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT - Grader
10. SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 358 - Ordinance Regulating Operation of
Motor Vehicles and Traffic Laws and Providing Penalties Therefore
TTCTT 11. FIRST READING SNOWMOBILE ORDINANCE (359)
12. SWANSON-KING REZONING: Approved by Planning Commission
13. MINNI-MOD (Peterson -Paulson) REZONING: Approved by Planning Commission
14. PRELIMINARY PLAT - CEDAR ACRES: Approved by Planning Commission
HEARINGS
15. 1970 STREET IMPROVEMENT: 8:00 P.M.
"Eft 16. REZONING - CEDAR ACRES - SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 357: 9L00 P.M.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
rTFTT 17. LETTER - JUNE OTTERNESS, SECRETARY OF HOSPITAL BOARD
TTGTT 18. LETTER TO McLEOD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION RE "RIVER HILLS TERRACE"
PROPOSED SUBDIVISION
19. ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 12, 1970
The meeting was called to order at the hour of 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Kost.
The invocation was given by Rev. Exley.
Attorney Schantzen administered the Oath of Office to Newly elected Mrs. Elizabeth
Jensen, Alderman; reelected Leslie B. Linder, Alderman; and reelected Mayor Kost.
Mayor Kost welcomed Alderman Jensen to the Council.
Alderman Black moved the minutes of the regular meeting of December 22, 1969 be
approved. Alderman Linder seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Alderman Linder moved the following bills be approved for payment. Alderman
Black seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
General Fund
Joyce Miller
Ronnie Smahel
A. W. Asplin
G. Hammer
Audley Jorgenson
G. Krasean
B. J. Kummet
Russell Meade
F. Murphy
Harvey Daharsh
Dorothy Hassman
Cheryl M. Heicnerl
Wm Marquardt
Kenneth Root
Wayne Scbt3t',
Theophil Grunewaldt
Lori P. Maynard
Susan Weigle
Harold Synstelien
State Treasurer
State Treasurer
Hutchinson Telephone Company
Hutchinson Utilities
Municipal Electric Plant
Coast to Coast
Grams Insurance Agency
Columbia Ribbon d Carbon Mfg. Co.
3M Business Products Sales• Inc.
Wallner Printing Company
Burroughs Corporation
Standard Printing Co.
T. E. Mealey
Richard Popp
Hutchinson Refuse Service
Blue Shield of Minnesota
Culligan
Fairway Foods
Kurth's Foods
Leef Bros., Inc.
Municipal Liquor Store
Marking Device Association
Miller -Davis Company
T. E. Mealey
Persian Office Machines
Office Supply Distributors, Inc.
S d L Store
S. A. Nies, Fire Exting Sales
Labor
61.10
Labor
65.00
Police Reserve
19.00
Police Reserve
6.00
Police Reserve
19.00
Police Reserve
6.00
Police Reserve
6.00
Police Reserve
14.00
Police Reserve
21.00
Dispatch
76.00
Dispatch
45.60
Dispatch
30.40
Dispatch
15.20
Dispatch
186.00
Dispatch
15.20
Dog Catching
29.40
Clerk of Court
111.13
Labor
72.00
Electrical Inspections
266,00
Employer Contributions for PERA
1706.86
Employer Contribution on Luella
Oklobija 23.07
Service
235.74
Service
264.14
Service
158.34
Expense
12.07
Workmen's Compensation Premium
4565.00
Supplies
13.26
Supplies
412.08
Supplies
12.50
Maintenance Agreement
32.50
Supplies
126.55
Moving Expense
300.00
Expense
21.00
Service
18.00
Service
99
Service
_
9.00
Expense
6.16
Expense
20.56
Expense
10.60
Ambulance gagage rent
25.00
Supplies
4.20
Supplies
14.44
Trip to Mpls.
13.20
Expense
41.50
Expense
18.22
Expense
12.98
Expense
315.95
*Members Present: Aldermen Jensen, Linder, Black, Alrick. Also present: Adm.
AssQt. Mealey, Engineer Priebe, Attorney Schantzen.
Members Absent: None
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -2- January 12, 1970
GENERAL FUND -continued
G. F. Nemitz Sons
Hutchinson Fire Department
National Fire Protection
Minnesota State Fire Dept. Assn.
Chief H. Richard Harrigan
Leo's Electronics
Sheldon Nies
Hutchinson Ambulance Service
Peterson Oil Company
McLeod County Treasurer
Lindy's Sinclair
Meehring Motors
Lindy's Sinclair
Bob's Tire Service
Standard Oil Company
Don's Skelly
Hutchinson Police Dept.
Family Rexall Drug
Western Oil, Continental Oil Co.
Stearnswood, Inc.
Hutchinson Business Service
Hutchinson Community Hospital
Henke's Cafe
Frank Motor Co., Inc.
Hutchinson Wholesale Supply Co.
Quade's
Wally's Tire Shop
Zila Hardware
Don Kost
ROAD & BRIDGE FUND
Clinton Christensen
Dick Jensen
Earl Alsleben
Larry Karg
Alfred M. Molitor
Elmer Paulsen
Wilbert Froemming
Joe Getz
David R. Hager
Russell Hurt
Lon Lenzen
Ed Ondrachek
Clifford Paulsen
Curtis Paulsen
James Urban
Hutchinson Telephone Co.
Hutchinson Utilities
Municipal Electric Platit
Albinson
Westinghouse Electric Supply
Quade's
Karg's Kustom Kampers
Coast to Coast
Hutchinson Farm Service
Hutchinson Wholesale Supply
0. A. Bretzke & Son, Inc.
Michael Todd & Company, Inc.
Zila Hardware
Home Gas Company Inc.
Bob's Tire Service
Co.
Co.
Hutchinson•Manufacturing & Sales
Frank Motor Company Inc.
Wigen Chevrolet Co.
Chicago & North Western Railway Co.
Downtown Standard
Expense
32.75
Fire Runs
84.00
Dues
30.00
Dues
40.00
Dues
20.00
Expense
197.76
Paid for towing charge
5.00
December Labor
510.50
Expense
1224.48
Boarding of Foreign Prisoners
35.00
Expense
3.10
Expense
45.50
Expense
106.50
Expense
62.92
Expense
7.05
Expense
16.95
Expense
6.00
Expense
4.18
Expense
1.40
Expense
2.50
Expense
5.25
Blood Tests
16.00
Meals for Prisoners
15.45
Expense
41.00
Expense
5.52
Expense
50.95
Expense
24.00
Expense
15.64
Trip to C. Comm. at Glencoe
?$�
Expense
12179.95
Labor
198.00
Labor
132.00
Labor
2.67.05
Labor
234.00
Labor
303.8u
Labor
294.00
Labor
90.00
Labor
62.00
Labor
19.68
Labor
86.00
Labor-
17.15
Labor
19.25
Labor
168.75
Labor
173.25
Labor
48.00
Service
23.16
Service
161.89
Service
1808.42
Expense
265.65
Expense
358.83
Expense
6.00
Expense
55.00
Expense
1.58
Expense
112.50
Expense
147.80
Expense
2.54
Expense
140.00
Expense
10.15
Expense
73.40
Expense
544.65
Expense
86.20
Expense
6.25
Expense
24.50
Rental of Bulk Plant
120.00
Expense
19.35
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -3- January 12, 1970
ROAD b BRIDGE FUND -continued
Don's Skelly
Skelly Oil Company
Denler Truck Service
GTC Auto Parts
Plowman's Inc.
Plowman's Inc.
WATER & SEWER FUND
Hutchinson Telephone Company
Hutchinson Utilities
Municipal Electric Plant
Felska's Auto Machine Services
Rannow Electric
Zila Hardware
Tropical Paint Co.
Inf ilco
Quade's
Frank Motor Co., Inc.
Farm & Home Distributing Co.
Hutchinson Wholesale Supply Co.
A. A. Jorgensen -
S. A. Nies, Fire Exting Sales
Simonson Lumber
OFF-STREET PARKING
Municipal Electric Plant
Rockwell Manufacturing Co.
SINKING FUND # 1
Hutchinson Telephone Company
Miller d Miller
Juul Contracting Co.
M. J. Jacobs d. Sons
SINKING FUND #5
Citizens Bank 8 Trust Co.
SINKING FUND #6
Rieke -Carroll -Muller Assoc.
Johnson Bros.
SINKING FUND 07
First Nat'l Bank of St. Paul
SINKING FUND #9
Rieke -Carroll -Muller Assoc.
Hutchinson Telephone Company
M.J. Jacobs & Sons
LIQUOR STORE
Gordon Hakes
Harry L. Emans
Municipal Electric Plant
Hutchinson Utilities
Hutchinson Telephone Company
Regan Bakeries, Inc.
Regan Bakeries, Inc.
Kurth's Foods
Zila Hardware
Expense
Expense
Parts 8 Maintenance
Expense
Towing Snowbirds
Parts d Maintenance
29.90
85.25
109.64
38.64
49.00
391.73
6785.05
Service
38.36
Service
287.80
Service
1880.15
Parts d Maintenance
46.38
Electrical Maintenance Filter Plant
54.92
Expense
28.33
Expense
31.50
Expense
20.76
Expense
19.20
Expense
7.00
Expense
1.37
Expense
1.63
Parts d Maintenance
78.00
Expense
180.00
Expense
6.46
2601.86
Service 1.00
Expense 236.25
237.25
Toll Calls 4.05
Retaining wall south of Dam 3758.00
Proj. 1969-1 Part IT, Estimate 4 15182.55
Proj. 1969-1 Part I, Estimate 6 17389.44
36334.04
Improvement Bonds of 1966 11335.63
Sewer Treatment Plant Balance Due 247.12
Pmt. 15 -Waste Treatment Plant 12407.46
12654.58
Obligation -Hospital Bonds Due 31626.37
SW Storm Sewer Balance Due 548.30
Toll call SW Storm Sewer 1.10
Est. #7 S.W. Storm Sewer Branch Lines 28,68
2921-678-U-
Labor
212.80
Labor
45.00
Service
111.10
Service
74.06
Service
23.40
Expense
46.80
Expense
13.50
Expense
3.37
Expense
2.95•
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -4- January 12, 1970
LIQUOR STORE -continued
Sears
Rxpense
3.57
Quade's
Expense
2.30
Simonson Lumber Company
Expense
4.43
Coast to Coast
Expense
3.95
Earl Sprengler
Freight Bill
240.32
Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
Supplies
292.40
Locher Bros.
Beer
1049.60
Premium Distributing Co.
Beer
2164.10
Marsh Distributing
Beer
2225.10
Lenneman Beverage Dist., Inc.
Beer
1732.35
Famous Brands Inc.
Liquor
129.69
Griggs, Cooper d Co.
Liquor
4321.84
Famous Brands Inc.
Liquor
24.30
Distillers Distb., Co.
Liquor
1293.28
Distillers Distb., Co.
Liquor d
Wine
382.24
Johnson Bros., Co.
Liquor d
Wine
610.45
Ed Phillips d Sons
Liquor d
Winer
1919.30,
Griggs, Cooper & Co., Inc.
Liquor &
Wine
3126.67
Johnson Bros. Co.
Liquor d
Wine
170.93
Ed Phillips & Sons Co.
Liquor d
Wine
1742.09
Mid -West Wine Co.
Wine
81.40.
22053.29
Alderman Linder introduced and moved the first reading of Ordinance No. 358.
Alderman Black seconded the motion and Ordinance No. 358 was thereupon read in
full as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 358
ORDINANCE REGULATING OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC''
LAWS AND PROVIDING PENALTIES THEREFORE
THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON DOES ORDAIN:
SECTION I. The Minnesota Highway Traffic Regulation Act, Chapter 169, contained
in Minnesota Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws 1969-1970 issued by Minnesota
Department of Highways, three copies of which are on file in the office of the
City Clerk of the City of Hutchinson, is hereby adopted by reference and to
become a part of this section and of this Ordinance. Revisions and amendments
thereto adopted by the Legislature of the State of Minnesotaare hereby and by
reference adopted by the City of Hutchinson.
SECTION II. All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
hereby repealed.
SECTION III. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after
the publication hereof.
Alderman Linder moved that the City Council of Hutchinson, Minnesota hereby
adopt Ordinance No. 358 as read for the first time and set the second reading
for January 26, 1970, Alderman Black seconded the motion and upon vote being taken
all members present voted "aye" and Ord. No. 358 was declared adopted as read for the
first time.
Alderman Black introduced and moved the adoption of Resolution 2996.
RESOLUTION NO. 2996
APPOINTMENT OF CITY OFFICERS FOR 1970
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That the following reappointments to the indicated executive offices
of the City of Hutchinson are made for the period of one year. Compensation to
be continued as agreed upon by separate Council action:
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS -5- JANUARY 12, 1970
City Clerk
Administrative Assistant/
City Clerk pro tem
Chief of Police
Fire Chief
lst Assistant Fire Chief
2nd Assistant Fire Chief
Health Officer
Board of Health
Board of Health
City Engineer
Agnes I. Monge (on leave of absence)
Thomas E. Mealey
Frank Broderius
Frank Englehart
Ray Fitzloff
Eric Smith
Dr. Dan W. Heubert
Dr. George Smith
Dr. B. P. Wrbitzky
Marlow V. Priebe
Alderman Linder seconded the motion and upon vote being taken all members present
voted "aye" and Resolution No. 2996 was declared adopted by the City Council
this 12th day of January, 1970.
Alderman Alrick introduced Resolution No. 2997 and moved its adoption as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 2997
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That -the following named banks, which are authorized to do a banking
business in Minnesota, be and they hereby are designated depositories of the
Public Funds of the City of Hutchinson in the County of McLeod, State of
Minnesota, by the City Council of said City, for the term commending January 12,
1970 for one.year:
Citizens' Bank, Hutchinson, Minnesota
The First National Bank of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, Minnesota
upon terms and conditions following,to-wit:
That this designation is subject to the right of said City of Hutchinson,
Minnesota, to modify, vacate, or revoke the same according to lqw, and also
subject to any depository agreement executed pursuant to Section 118.01, Minnesota
Statutes of 1945, and that said depositories shall pay on,demand all deposits
therein subject to payment on demand, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That the City Clerk of the City of Hutchinson is hereby authorized
and directed to deposit in each of said banks in a special fund known as "City
of Hutchinson" all monies that may come into her hands, and the City Clerk shall
maintain an equal amount of monies in deposit at each of said banks at all times.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That a copy of this Resolution be filed with the City Clerk and each of
the banks so designated.
Alderman Black seconded the motion and upon vote being taken, all members present
voted "aye" and Resolution No. 2997 was declared adopted this 12th day of January,
1970.
Alderman Linder moved that the Hutchinson Leader be designatdd as the official
newspaper for the City of Hutchinson. Alderman Black seconded the motion and it
was carried unanimously.
Alderman Linder moved the adoption of Rbsolution No. 2998 appointing legal counsel
as follows:
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS -6- JANUARY 12, 1970
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That Milton D. Schantzen be appointed as City Attorney at a retainer fee
to be determined for routine legal work of attending Council meetings, reviewing
minutes, work on resolutions and ordinances, and attending public hearings, and
other usual and ordinary legal services.
Matters such as appearances in District Court, Condemnation proceedings,
appearances before administrative agencies and other services not usually con-
ducted in the normal course of City business, will be billed as extra legal services.
Other services not usually conducted in the normal course of City business will be
billed as extra legal services.
Alrick it was
Alderman/Bliic.k seconded the motion and/carried unanimously whereupon Resolution
No. 2998 was declared adopted by the City Council this 12th day of January, 1970:
Alderman Linder moved the adoption of the following resolution, No. 2999, as
follows:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That pursuant to statutory authority, the Municipal Engineer for and on
behalf of the Municipality of Hutchinson, Minnesota, is hereby authorized to
request and obtain from the Minnesota Department of Highways needed engineering
and technical services during the year of 1970; for which payment will be made
by the Municipality upon receipt of verified claims from the Commissioner of
Highways.
Alderman Black seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously, whereupon
Resolution No. 2999 was declared adopted by the City Council this 12th day of
January, 1970.
Mayor Kost made the following apps' t1;;to Council
Commissions:
Department of Streets and Alleys
Alderman
Linder
Department of Police andGeneral.Welfer'
Mayor Kost
-Department _ cff Accounts, Finances,_11ea 7 t_h - and Sanitation
Alderman
Black
Department_of Public Building _and—ixe_Protection
Alderman
Alrick
Department of Waterworks and Sewers
Alderman
Jensen
Planning Commission and Safety Council:
Alderman
Linder
Burns Manor Board
Alderman
Black
Airport Commission
Alderman
Alrick
Park and Recreation Board
Alderman
Jensen
Hospital Board
Mayor Kost
Vice -President of Council
Alderman
Linder
Alderman Black moved that the Mayor's appointments be accepted by the Council.
Nlderman Linder seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Kost appointed Alderman Linder Vice -President of the Council to act as
President in the Mayor's absence. Alderman Alrick moved that the Mayor's
appointment be accepted, Alderman Black seconded the motion and it was carried
unanimously.
Adm. Asst. Mealey's recommendation for approval of purchase of a new grader
for the Street Department was discussed. It was determined that the present
grader is beyond repair, that acceptable equipment can be obatined on a trade-
in at a cost of $2,400.00 and that this amount is within budget limitations.
Alderman Black moved approval of the purchase as outlined, Alderman Linder seconded
the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Adm. Asst. Mealey requested the following transactions be approved:
S.F. #1: Cash investments to pay approximately $37,000 current bills
S.F. #8: Reinvest approximately $80,000
S.F. #9: Cash investments of $29,000 to meet current bills(approximately)
S.F. #6: Cash investments of approximately $13,000 to meet current bills
Alderman Black moved that the transactions be approved, Alderman Linder seconded
the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Kost asked Attorney Schantzen what arrangements had been made regarding the
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS -7- JANUARY 12, 1970
sale of bonds for the Hutchinson unit of the West Central Mental Health addition
to the new Community Hospital. Attorney Schantzen presented the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 3001
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That the Council will meet in the Council Chambers in the City Hall on Wednesday
the 4th day of February, 1970, at 2:00 O'clock P.M., for the purpose of receiving
and considering sealed bids for the purchase of $255,000 General Obligation Hospital
Bonds of the city, all bearing date March 1, 1970. The bonds shall bear interest
at the rate or rates designated by the successful bidder, payable March 1, 1971,
and semi-annpally thereafter on March 1 and September 1 in each year, and which
bonds shall mature serially on March 1 in the years and ammounts as follows:
YEAR
O'110yi
YEAR
AMOUNT
1973
$ 125,000
1977
$ 20,000
1974
15,000
1978
20,000
1975
15,000
1979
20,000
1976
20,000
1980
201)000
All bonds maturing after March 1, 1975 are subject to redemption on said date
and any interest payment date thereafter, in inverse numerical order, at par and
accrued interest and a premium of 1%.
The bonds will be general obligations of the city in denomination of $5,000
each. Both,principal and interest will be payable at any suitable bank designated
by the purchaser within forty-eight hours after the award of the sale. The city
will furnish printed bonds and approving legal opinion of Messrs. Howard, LeFevere,
Lefler, Hamilton and Pearson, Minneapolis, Minnesota, both without expense to the
purchaser, a certified facsimilie of which opinion will be printed on said bonds
if requested by the purchaser. The bonds will be delivered to the purchaser
within forty days after the date of sale, accompanied by an unqualified approving
legal opinion and customary final delivery papers, including a certificate showing
absence of litigation. Delivery will be made without expense to purchaser.
All bids must be in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope, be unconditional
except as to the above opinion, and be left with the undersigned prior to the above
time, accompanied by a certified check, bank draft or cashier's check in the amount
of at least $5,100, payable to the order of the city to be forfeited as liquidated
damages in event the bid is accepted and the bidder fails to comply therewith.
Split rate bids may be submitted stating the same rate or rates of interest
from the dtteoof issue to maturity for all bonds having a common maturity date, all
such interest to be in ascending order and without supplemental coupons. All
rates are to be in integral multiples of one-quarter or one-tenth of one percent
and the average interest cost may not exceed 7%. Bidders are asked to state
total interest cost and average rate. The bid offering the lowest net interest
cost and average rate. The bid offering the lowest net interest cost (total interest
from date of issue to stated maturities less any premium offered) will be deemed
the most favorable. No bid for less than $250,000 plus accrued interest from date
of issue to date of bond delivery will be considered. Oral auction bids will not
be received. The right to waive any informality and the right to reject any and
all bids are reserved.
The Clerk is authorized and directed to cause notice of sale of said bonds
to be given by publication ranee at least ten days in advance of sale in the official
newspaper and in Commercial West, a financi..l paper published in Minneapolis,
Minnesota.
Alderman'Black moved the Council adopt Resolution No. 3001, Alderman Alrick seconded
the motion and it was carried unanimously
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS -8- JANUARY 12, 1970
The resolution on rent supplement submitted by Mr. Jim Paulson, representing
Mini -Mods, Inc. at the Council meeting of December 22 was discussed. After
modifications had b6eni suggested, AldermanBlack moved its adoption as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 3007
RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTICIPATION BY LOCAL HOUSING OWNERS IN THE FEDERAL
RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Section 101 of the Housing and Urban
Development Act of 1965, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is authorized
to enter into contracts to make rent supplement payments to certain qualified
housing owners on behalf of qualified low-income families who are elderly, handi-
capped, displaced, victims of natural disaster, or occupants of substandard housing;
and
WHEREAS, the provisions of said Section 101 cannot be made available to
housing owners in certain localities unless the governing body of the locality has
by resolution given approval for such participation in the Federal Rent Supplement
Program.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
Approval is hereby granted for participation in the Federal Rent Supplement
Program by qualified housing owners of property located in the City of Hutchinson,
McLeod County, Minnesota.
Alderman Linder_ seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously whereupon
Resolution No. 3007 was declared adopted by the City Council this 12th day of
January, 1970.
Adm. Asst. Mealey presented a proposed change of accounting methods for the bulk
motor fuel to eliminate issuance of multiple checks for the same purpose each
month. It was proposed that for the balance of this fiscal year all gasoline
pubehases be charged to Road and Bridge fund, no more charges to be made to
other operating accounts and to amend the budget for the next fiscal year accordingly,
and establish a motor fuel account. After some discussion, Alderman Black moved
that the proposal be approved for the balance of this fiscal year, to be reviewed
before any additional changes are made for the next fiscal year. Alderman Alrick
seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Kost read the petition for pre -zoning and annexation presented by Minae -
Mods, Inc. Alderman Linder moved the Council accept the petitOn and directed
the Clerk to forward to the Municipal Commission and the Planning Commission for
recommendation on the pre -zoning. Alderman Black seconded the motion and it was
carried unanimously.
applications
Snow removal permit/ from George Fredrickson, Leslie R. Johnson, Lyle Schmidt,
Walter Hettver, Donald C. Sturger, Jr., and Virgil Goetz were reviewed. Alderman
Linder moved they,be approved, Alderman Alrick seconded the motion and it was
carried unanimously.
MAyor Kost reported on the hearing called by the County Commissioners on the
subject of State Planning Agency Regions. He stated that Senator Renneke would
like to have the feeling of the Hutchinson City Council as to which area we
would most prefer to align with.. He further stated that a number of other
counties are not satisfied with the present arrangements and are looking for a new
plan. After considerable discussion, Alderman Black moved the following resolution
be adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 3003
A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH THE POSITION OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA
WITH RESPECT TO STATE PLANNING AGENCY REGIONS
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS -9- JANUARY 12, 1970
WHEREAS, pursuant to action by Governor LeVander and the Minnesota
legislature, regional development districts have been established to encourage
coordination between diverse elements of government and to provide orderly and
harmonious planning for development of the State of Minnesota in its several
parts, and
WHEREAS, McLeod County has been assigned a transitional county classifica-
tion to permit the County latitude and :choice in determining where lies its best
community interest,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
Thkt the City of Hutchinson prefers assignment to region six, "WEST CENTRAL
REGION," of the choices that are available at this time.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That ..the City Council does recommend that serious consideration be given to
creation of a Planning Region consisting of McLeod, Meeker, Renville, Wright,
Kandiyohi and Sibley counties, as it is our belief that similarity of interests
and similarities of constituency in these counties would make them more compatible
than the presently available options.
Alderman Linder seconded the motion and -it was carried unanimously, whereupon
Resolution No. 3003 was declared adopted by the City Council this 12th day of
January, 1970.
Discussion was held on the construction of a new $treet Department Equipment
Garage. Adm. Asst. Mealey presented proposed/%KTReations and recommended
advertising for proposals rather than bids. Several modifications were suggested.
Alderman Black moved that upon review by the Building Official and with inclusion
of the suggested modifications, the Clerk be directed to advertise for submission
of proposals for the construction of a new equipment garage. Proposals, sealed,
to be publicly opened,and all proposed prices read aloud in the Council Chambers
at 2:00 P.M., February 26, 1970. Proposals will not be considered unless securely
sealed and filed with the City Clerk, endorsed on the outside wrapper with a brief
summary as to the work being proposed. Alderman Linder seconded the ,motion and
it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Kost introduced the Chairman of the 3-M Snowmobile Club who told the Council
that his club had been meeting with other clubs who are interested in working
with the Council to get meaningful rules and ordinances established for the
operation and use of snowmobiles. Considerable discussion ensued and the newly
adopted St. Cloud ordinance was read and considered for possible application to
Hutchinson. Speed limits, traffic regulations, routes, hours of operation and
age limits were among the considerations. Mayor Kost directed Attorney Schantzen
to prepare a proposed ordinance for consideration bj7 the Council.
Asm. Asst. Mealey presented a report on a proposed change of contractor for the
trash and refuse removal for the City inasmuch as the current contractor wants to
sell his business. He further stated that it is only a question of time when the
current landfill will have to be changed from its present location. He suggested
use of a lisenced site near Biscay. Mr. James Junker's proposals were presented
including the suggestion that City bill all residential properties, including
multiple dwellings with multiples billed as a single dwelling with Contractor
collecting for the additional number of units: if backyard pickup is continued
the volume restriction of three cans will continue, whereas if curlb pickup is
elected, volume will be unlimited. Mr. Mealey recommended a meeting within the
week to discuss the matter in detail with Mr. Junker. Discussion was held and
the Council directed Mr. Mealey to establish such a meeting.
Adm. Asst. Mealey reported to the Council that the Conservation Department and
Corps of Engineers have requested a change of date for discussions conceAng the
Crow River channel and asked whether February 3, 1970 at 10:00 A.M. would be
acceptable. It was agreed that the meeting would be established at that time
in the Council Chamber.
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS -10- JANUARY 12, 1970
Attorney Schantzen requested approval of payment of fee of $9.25 to McLeod County
Sheriff.�_for service of papers on Lowell Otto, and $10.00 to the Clerk of District
Court, McLeod County for filing fee of papers on Lowell Otto. Alderman Linder
moved approval of the payments, Alderman Black seconded the motion and it was
approved unanimously.
Adm. Asst. Mealey requested authorization for payment of $24.38 from S. F. 5 to
McLeod County Treasurer to clear the books of assessment payment by Mr. and Mrs.
R. J. Jones made in error to Clerk's office after it had been certified to taxes.
Alderman Black moved the payment be allowed, Alderman Linder seconded the motion,
and it was carried unanimously.
Adm. Asst. Mealey reported that the Park Board, at their regular meeting of Monday
January 5, 1970, had voted to increase --the charge for interments at Oakland Cemetary
from $60.00 to $75.00, effective January 15, 1970 and asked concurrence of the
Council. Further, the Board established a policy of payment in advance for
interments. Mr. Mealey recommended concurrence of both actions. Alderman Black
moved that the Council concur with the actions of the Park Board, Alderman Linder
seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Adm. Asst. Mealey presented request for approval of payment of $25.00, advance
registration fee for Engineer Priebe to attend the conference of City Engineers
and Public Works Officials sponsored by the League of Municipalitiesto be held
at the Nolte Center, January 29 and 30, 1970. Alderman Alrick moved approval
of Engineer Priebe's attendance at the conference and payment of the registration
fee. Alderman Black seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Kost read a memorandum from Mr. Ivan Hurt, Project Director, Hutchinson
Senior Citizen's Center which reads in part as follows: "Board membership
includes one member of the Recreation Board and six of the community leaders, three
of whom are,active in the Senior Citizen's Center and three other leaders of
the community who may represent the Clergy, United Fund, Tia civic group, and or
the (HRA) low income housing for the aged - Membership on the board shall
terminate after two years beginning in 1970.11 Recommendations of the Recreation
Board to the City Council are: Rev. Ralph Kuether, Chairman, Mrs. Emma Lake,
Vice -Chairman; Mrs. Harry Hanson, Secretary; Mr. Albert Linde; Mrs. Kathryn
Brummond, Past President; Mr. Don Flynn, HRA. Alderman Black moved the appointments
be approved as submitted, motion seconded by Alderman Linder and carried unanimously.
Alderman Black noted Engineer Priebe's recommendation not to extend East Highland
Park Drive to Highway 7 and moved that this request not be granted. Alderman
Linder seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Attorney Schantzen informed the Council of a hearing to be held in Municipal Court
on Wednesday, Januaryll4, 1970 of two employees of the Municipal Liquor Store,
Frank Rahn and Gordon Hakes for selling liquor to a minor, and explained the
details. Alderman Black, after discussion of the situation, moved immediate
suspension of the two employees involved and established a hearing before the
Council at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 15, 1970, the arresting officer,
Liquor Store Manager and Attorney Schantzen to be present. Alderman Alrick
seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously. Adm. Asst. Mealey was directed
to notify all persons involved.
There being no further business, Mayor Kost called for a motion to adjourn.
Alderman Linder so moved, seconded by Alderman Black -and the meeting was declared
adjourned at 10:28 P.M.
SPECIAL COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 15, 1970
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kost at 9:30 A.M..
Members present: Mayor Kost, Aldermen Black, Jensen and Linder
Members absent: Alderman Alrick
Also present: Attorney Schantzen, Chief of Police Broderius, Adm. Asset.
Mealey, Police Officer Ronald Kirchoff, Liquor Store Manager
Fisher, Liquor Store Clerk Frank Rahn and Liquor Store
Clerk Gordbn Hakes
Mayor Kost outlined the purpose of the meeting which was to consider disciplinary
action against Mr. Rahn and Mr. Hakes for selling intoxicating beverage to a
minor on the evening of Saturday, January 10, 1970.
Attorney Schantzen detailed the sequence of events leading up to the charge
filed against these employees and said that the named employees had pleaded
guilty to the charge in Municipal Court on Wednesday, January 14, 1970. The
Court had fined each of them $150.00 and suspended the sentence for one year.
The Court had also indicated a desire that the employees of the liquor store,
responsible City officials and the Court meet shortly to discuss the gravity of
violations of law in the operation of the liquor store and detailing prodedures
necessary to insure against repetition.
Officer Kirchoff explained the events leading to the arrest and charges against
the employees.
The manager of the liquor store explained the circumstances under which sales
had been made to the minor involved and his previous presentation of credentials
proving majority age.
The Police Chief, Officer Kirchoff and Attorney Schantzen offered evidence of
previous carelessness on the part of store employees relative to checking
credentials. The employees were then directed to wait in the foyer while the
Council discussed the matter.
Alderman Black moved that in view of the seriousness of the matter both employees
be suspended without pay for a period of seven days, commencing -Tuesday, January
13th and ending at th4 c],ose of business Monday, January 19, 1970. Alderman
Linder seconded the motion and the Administrative Assistant was directed to
inform the employees of the Council action and clearly inform them that convic-
tion at any future period of this or a similar offense would result in discharge.
Alderman Linder moved adjournment, Alderman Black seconded the motion and the
meeting was declared adjourned at 16:32 A.M.
SPECIAL COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 16, 1970
Members present: Mayor Kost, Aldermen Jensen, Linder, Alrick and Black
Also present: Administrative Assistant Mealey
Members absent: None
at 10:15 A.M.
Mayor Kost called the meeting to order/and explained the need for special
meeting to resubmit application for grant aid from the Department of Health,
Education and Welfare to construct and operate a Community Mental Health Center
addition to the new hospital.
Alderman Alrick introduced Resolution No. 3004 as follows, and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 3004
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILING OF APPLICATION WITH THE U. S. PUBLIC
HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, EDUCATION AND WELFARE FOR A
GRANT TO CONSTRUCT A COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER ADDITION
WHEREAS,'the U. S. Public Health Service, Department of Health, Education,
and Welfare is authorized to make Grants to authorized applicants to aid in the
construction of specific public projects;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON,
MINNESOTA:
1. That Thomas E. Mealey, City Clerk, be and he is hereby authorized to
execute and file an application and sign other documents on behalf of the City
of Hutchinson with the U. S. Public Health Service, Department of Health,
Education,;and Welfare, United States Government for a grant to aid in the
construction of a Community Mental Health Center Addition in the City of
Hutchinson, Minnesota.
2. That Thomas E. Mealey, City Clerk, be and he is hereby authorized
and directed to furnish such information as the United States Public Health
Service, Department of Health, Education and Welfare may reasonably request in
connection with the application which is herein authorized to be filed and sign
all necessary documents.
Alderman Linder seconded the motion and upon vote being taken all members voted
T'aye" and Resolution No. 3004 was declared adopted by the City Council this
16th day of January, 1970.
Alderman Black introduced Resolution No. 3005as follows, and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 3005
ADDENDUM TO PART I. HUTCHINSON UNIT, WEST CENTRAL MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
PROJECT CONSTRUCTION APPLICATION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That the City of Hutchinson does hereby give assurance that we have been
fully apprised of our rights in connection with our submittal of Part I of the
application, and in order that we will not jeopardize the expectation of other
areas high in priority to participate in Federal grant funds available to
Minnesota, we agree to request not more than 105% of the amount of Federal funds
as stated in Item 8-A of Part I of the application or 50% of the total eligible
participating costs, whichever is the lesser amount.
Alderman Alrick seconded the motion and upon vote being taken all members
voted "aye" and Resolution No. 3005 was dec3Ared adopted by the City Council
this 16th day of January, 1970.
Alderman Black moved that the Council action of December 3, 1969, calling"for bids
for the construction of the Hutchinson Unit - West Central Mental Health Center
Addition,1-4rid establishing Tuesday, January 27, 1970 at 2:00 P.M. as date and
time for opening of bids, be reconsidered. Alderman Linder seconded the motion.
and upon vote being taken all members voted 11aye'8 and the motion was carried.
SPECIAL COUNCIL.tPROCEEDINGS -2- JANUARY 16, 1970
Alderman Black then moved that approval of the plans and specifications be
continued, but that the date for opening bids be changed to Tuesday, February
10, 1970 at 2:00 P.M. Alderman Linder seconded the motion and upon vote being
taken the motion carried unanimously. The City Clerk was then instructed to
make the necessary publications as required by law.
Alderman Jensen then introduced Resolution No. 3006 and moved its adoption as
follows:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA:
That,both parties agreeing, the City of Hutchinson and the architectural
firm of Horty, Elvig and Associates agree to continue the provisions of their
contract, under which the new Hospital was designed and built, for the arch`_-
tectural work on the project MINN-CMHE-5, Mental Health Center adition to the
hospital.
Alderman Linder seconded the motion and upon vote being taken all members
voted "aye" and Resolution No. 3006 was declared adopted by the City Council
this 16th day of January, 1979.
There being no further business at this time, motion was made and seconded to
adjourn and the meeting was declared adjourned at 11:15 A.M.
CITY OF HUTCHINSON
�-Miwt6SOta 55350
OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST
January 23, 1970
TO: The Honorable Mayor andCouncil
FROM: Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Specifications and Request for Bids for Police Car
f
Madam and Gentlemen:
Chief Broderius has asked that the Council consider these specifications
for police patrol car and call bids to be opened on Monday,
February 9, 1970. This car is budgeted in the 1970 fiscal year.
Resp fully submitted,
Thomas E. Meale
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Attachment
SPECIFICATIONS
POLICE PATROL CAR
CITY OF BUTCHIN&N, MI.NNISOTA
Bid Close: 7:30 P.M., Monday, February 9, 1970
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR
POLICE PATROL CAR
1. Body 19"0 Model 4 -door Sedan
Color Black - first choice
?. Engine - V8 ,?45 cu. in., or over, displacement to develop
250 H.P. or over
Engine !,o have 2 bbl. Carb. to hurn regular gasoline.
4. Seats Seat assembly shall be heavy duty police type with
heavy seat, back springs and frame, sponge rubt-•er
cushions padded, installed for maximum head room.
5. Floor Mats Heavy duty front & rear, to be rubber.
6. Whee.ibase Wheelbase of 119" or over.
Electrical. Heavy duty battery and 60 AMY' alternator. ReF;uiater
t
t.,:, he of sufficient size t,_! operate with 60 AMY'
al.ternal-or. To be a Leece Neville product.
8. Heater Air 'low hot water
9. Transmission (s speed) Automatic and positive traction differer:*.. al.
res X3.1`, x 15 4 Ply, .1st 1 -.ie t,;.res 15" wheels, t:.1, be
heavy dui.y, over s`.andard. ;pare wheel ir:cluding
`,ire mo.nted.
11. Springs Heavy duty, over standard `'rent & rear.
Spo~, light One spot ligt,t -installed by dealer, 4" sealed beam t ,
be nstalled on left side. Sample spot light and
proposed locat,iori to be approved by the Police Dept.
before installation.
13• Speedometer Speedometer must be accurate within 2% at all speeds
up to and including 100 miles per hour.
14. Special equipment 2 speed elec*.ric windshield wipers
Jil Filter
E -Z eye windshield glass
Rear window defroster
15. Radia+,<>r Cooling Shall. be heavy duty over standard, install fan shroud,
System if necessary for adequate cooling.
1.6. Roof Light install a single lead of SAE wire size No. 12 lighting
cable beginning with a two foot coil taped under root.
exactly above dome light and extending concealed to
center of fire wall with a three foot coil of extra
wire there.
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PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
POLICE CAR (continued)
17. Accessory Equipment, Suppressor type spark plug ignition cable and entire ,o
car shall be shielded hnd bonded similar to standard
production procedure when cars are equipped with car
radio.
Heavy duty, over -standard shock absorbers, front and rear.
Rear view mirror, day and night type. Outside mirror to
have remote control inside vehicle.
Arm rest, front left and right side.
Siren, police light and gun mounts. These items to be
installed by dealer.
Power -steering
ltd. Service Standard manufacturer's warranty service.
19. Delivery The car is to be delivered in'first class operating
condition with acceptance subject to Police Dept.
inspection and approval.
Complete payment will not be authorized until accepted.
Price FOB Hutchinson, Mini,es.�I,a.
Delivery date to be agreed up,. n.
NOTICE
Bids shall be made on the basis of accepting as a trade-in, the City of
Hutchinson's present police patrol car, a 1968 4 -door Dodge Polara,
License W-2.54. The unit to be traded in is available for inspection at the
Police Department, City of Hutchinson, Minnesota.
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ABOVE Bl D SUIS; E'-!':
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Les:iwederal Tax
Mit,riesota Sales Tax
Less a,:I,-:warice for 1968
4-dnc,r 1,,odge Po Lara,
L.i,-(-ns(-- idc,. 2MF-254
-"DTAL NET "R -.r -'E
e ity will flirnLsh a Slate of Minnes:,'.a Sales Tax
Exempf.',:n Certif.,.:.a`e.
id :S t..: the CD,,mc1-''6 approvaL at:(i `.e :.r
any or all olds.
enclose a (certified check) (casL.*.er's
C:Ie..'k) in an arr,,)tinl. of (not less than ten percent (10%) o" the
:Id made jayablp ",) the City of Hutchinson.
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Signature
Date
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CITY OF HU TC HI NS O N
�_Milllleg Q 55350
OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST
January 22, 1970
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Attached report from City Engineer - Grader for
Street Department
Madam and Gentlemen:
The attached report from the City Engineer indicates that out initial
determination to purchase the Austin -Western Grader was too late. I
would tend to agree that a lease -purchase arrangement for the described
Caterpillar machine would give us the best protection since we can find
defects through use over a period of time, or, conversely, prove the
condition to be as described by Ziegler's.
The terms seem to be within our budget amounts. I would recommend
that the Council authorize this purchase on the terms stated. \
TEM:JMM
Resp c,tfully submitted,
�j;
Thomas E. Mealey
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CITY OF HU TC HI NS O N
,_,V(K Ota 55350
OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST
January 16, 1970
TO: Administrative Assistant
FROM: City Engineer
SUBJECT: Purchase of Grader
Subsequent to the Council Meeting of January 12, I contacted
Zidgler,Inc. relative to purchasing the Austin Western Grader.
Through an oversight in thdre organization I had not been informed
that it was sold. I have been in and talked with them in regard
to another machine, Mr. Otto and myself inspected on January 5.
The machine is as follows:
Make: Catipillar
Year: 1954
Model: 12
Equipment: Cab, heater, lights, recap tires
Condition: Appears to be in good condition. Has been
in the shop for repairs and new paint job.
Original as is price: $69500.00
Repair, painting and recap tires: $2,357.00
$8,857.00
Equipment needs:
Scarifier $ 400.00
Snow wing 19200.00
Total price delivered at Hutchinson 109457.00
Allowance for present machine 1,457.00
Lease - Purchase Price $ 90000.00
I recommend leasing at $300.00 per month for 14 months. A yearly
payment of $3,600.00 could be made April 15, 1970 and $900.00 on
April 15, 1971. On May 15, 1971 purchase of machine can be made
for an approximate total price of $4,866.00 which would include
5 % interest.
The 1970-71 budget allowed $3,500.00 for a used motor grader. It
is felt that $1,000.00 would be sacrificed from the money allowed
for office furniture to meet the need of $3,600.00
An answer on this before January 269 would be helpful in making
certain the machine is not sold to another party.
Marlow V. Priebe
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CITY OF HUTCHINSON
,-Mu NeSOta 55350
OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST
January 20, 1970
Hon. Mayor
City Council
Mr. Tom Mealy, City Administrator
Mr. Marlow Priebe, City Engineer
Mr. Frank Broderius, Chief of Police
City Hall
Hutchinson, Minnesota
RE: Snowmobile Ordinance
Enclosed is a proposed snowmobile ordinance which represents
a combination of the St. Cloud Ordinance and various suggestions
discussed at the last council meeting. I understand that the matter
will be discussed and finalized at the forthcoming council meeting.
Very truly yours,
Milton D. Schantzen
City Attorney
MDS:sb
Enc.
P. S. We have been advised that the Drake Construction VS. City of
Hutchinson case has now been set for Monday, January 26. In discussions
with the Judge and the Clerk of Court, I do feel confident that this
matter will proceed at that time.
MDS
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SNOWMOBILES, REGULATING
THE OPERATION AND USE THEREOF, PROVIDING PENALTIES
FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO.
PREAMBLE
WHEREAS, the operation and use of snowmobiles in an uncontrolled
manner endangers the public peace, health and safety of the inhabitants
of the City; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of the following rules and regula-
tions will greatly decrease the danger to public peace, health and safety
while such snowmobiles are operated and used in the City; and
WHEREAS, greater protections of the public peace, health
and safety of the inhabitants of the City will be afforded by making
said rules and regulations effective immediately.
NOW, THEREFORE, this Ordinance is hereby declared an emergency
ordinance, necessary for the immediate protection of the peace, health
and safety of the inhabitants of the City, and shall be enacted to take
effect as such.
THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON DOES ORDAIN: That this Council has
investigated the necessary facts to ascertain, and does hereby find,
determine and declare that each of the statements made in the preamble
hereto are true and correct, and that said preamble is hereby made a
part of this section by the unanimous vote of Council members
present voting separately from the vote upon the adoption of the
ordinance, and recorded by ayes and nayes.
THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON DOES ORDAIN:
Section 1. DEFINITIONS. Subdivision 1. For the purposes
of thisOrdinance the terms defined herein shall have the meaning
ascribed to them.
Subd. 2. "Person" includes an individual, partnership,
corporation, the state and its agencies and subdivisions, and any
body of persons, whether incorporated or not.
Subd. 3. "Snowmobile" means a self-propelled vehicle designed
for travel on snow or ice or natural terrain steered by wheels, skis or
runners.
Subd. 4. "Owner" means a person, other than a lien holder
having the property in or title to snowmobile entitled to the use or
possession thereof.
Subd. 5. "Operate" means to ride in or on and control the
operation of a snowmobile.
Subd. 6. "Operator" means every person who operates or is
in actual physical control of a snowmobile.
Subd. 7 "Roadway" means that portion of a highway improved,
designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel.
Section 2. Except as herein specifically permitted and
authorized, it is unlawful for any person to operate a snowmobile
within the limits of the City of Hutchinson.
1. On the portion of any right of way of any public highway,
street, road, trail or alley used for motor vehicle travel, except the
most right hand lane (except in passing) which is used for vehicle
traffic in the same direction, other than on freeways, interstate,
trunk, county state -aid, or county highways. Travel and operation
of said snowmobiles hereunder shall, in any case, be limited to a
route of travel from one specific point of departure, along the most
direct route, to another pre -determined specific point of destination.
2. On a public sidewalk provided for pedestrian travel.
3. On boulevards within any public right of way.
4. On private property of another without specific permission
of the owner or person in control of said property.
5. On any other public place except Crow River.
6. Two or more snowmobiles traveling in the same direction
shall be operated one behind the other with an interval of at least
fifteen (15) feet between and, in no case, shall snowmobiles ever by
operated side by side.
7. No snowmobile shall be allowed or shall be operated
upon the streets herein designated or within an area bounded by
Hassan Street on the east, Fourth Avenue on the South, Franklin
Street on the west and Second Avenue North on the north.
Section 3. A snowmobile may make a direct crossing of a
street or highway, except an interstate highway or freeway, provided:
1. The crossing is made at any angle of approximately 90
degrees to the direction of the street or highway and at a place
where no obstruction prevents a quick and safe crossing.
2. The snowmobile is brought to a complete stop before
crossing the shoulder or main traveled way.
3. The driver yields the right of way to all oncoming
traffic which constitutes an immediate hazard.
4. In crossing a divided street or highway, the crossing
is made only at an intersection of such street or highway with another
public street or highway.
5. If the crossing is made between the hours of one-half
hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise or in conditions of
reduced visibility, only if both front and rear lights are on.
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Section 4. No snowmobile shall enter any intersection without
yielding the right of way to any vehicles or pedestrians at the intersection,
or so close to the intersection as to constitute an immediate hazard.
Section 5. Persons under 21. Subdivision I. No person
under 14 years of age shall operate on streets or the roadway surface
of highways, or make a direct crossing of a trunk, county state -aid,
county highway, or city street as the operator of a snowmobile. A
person 14 years of age or older, but less than 18 years of age, may
operate a snowmobile on streets and highways as permitted under this
ordinance and make a direct crossing of such streets and highways only
if he has in his immediate possession a valid snowmobile safety certificate
issued by the commissioner, as provided by M.S.A. Section 84.872.
Subd. 2. It is unlawful for the owner of a snowmobile to
permit the snowmobile to be operated contrary to the provision of this
section.
Section 6. It is unlawful for any person to operate a
snowmobile within the limits of the City of Hutchinson:
I. At any place, while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs as defined in M.S.A. 169.121, which is hereby incorporated
herein by reference;
2. At a rate of speed greater than reasonable or proper
under all surrounding circumstances; and when operated on public
roadways, in no case greater than 20 miles per hour;
3. At any place in a careless, reckless, or negligent manner
or heedlessly in disregard of the rights or safety of others, or in
a manner so as to endanger or be likely to endanger or cause injury
or damage to any person or property;
4. So as to tow any person or thing in a public street or
highway except through use of a rigid tow bar attached to the rear of
the snowmobile;
5. Within 100 feet of any fisherman, pedestrian, skating
rink or sliding area where the operation would conflict with use or
endanger other persons or property.
6. On any public school or park land.
Section 7. It is unlawful for any person to operate a
snowmobile any place within the limits of the City of Hutchinson unless
it is equipped with the following:
1. Standard mufflers which are properly attached and which
reduce the noise of operation of the motor to the minimum necessary
for operation. No person shall use a muffler coutout, by-pass,
straight pipe or similar device on a snowmobile motor.
2. Brakes adequate to control the movement of and to stop
and hold the snowmobile under any condition of operation.
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3. A safety or so-called "deadman" throttle in operating
condition. A safety or "deadman" throttle is defined as a device which,
when pressure is removed from the engine accelerator or throttle,
causes the motor to be disengaged from the driving track.
Section 8. Every person leaving a snomobile on a public
place shall lock the ignition, remove the key and take the same with
him.
Section -9. Notwithstanding any prohibitions in this ordinance,
a snowmobile may be operated on a public thorough fare in an emergency
during the period of time when, and at locations where, snow upon the
roadway renders travel by automobile impractical.
Section 10. It is unlawful to intentionally drive, chase,
run over or kill any animal with a snowmobile.
Section 11. Should any section, sub -section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this ordinance, for any reason, be held invalid,
such decision shall not off -set the validity of the remaining portions
of this ordinance. The City of Hutchinson hereby declares that it
would have passed this ordinance and each section, sub -section,
clause, sentence and phrase hereof, irrespective of the possibility
that any one or more sections, sub -sections, clauses, sentences
or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
Section 12. Every person convicted of a violation of any
of the provisions of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine or
not more than three hundred dollars ($300) or by imprisionment for
a period of not more than ninety (90) days, or both, but in either
case the costs of prosecution may be added.
Section 13. Effect. This ordinance shall take effect and
be in force from and after. January 6, 1970.
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HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
241 Glen Street South
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