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cp11-24-1969 Ver 1 cITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 24, 1969 1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 P.M. 2. INVOCATION - Rev. Stanton Hecksel "A" 3. MINUTES TO BE APPROVED - Regular Meeting November 10, 1969 4. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS NEW BUSINESS "B" 5. FUND INVESTMENTS AND TRANSFERS 6. APPROVE PLANS AND CALL BIDS ON CONSTRUCTION OF PSYCHIATRIC WING OF NEW HOSPITAL. HOSPITAL BOARD RECOMMENDS JANUARY 27, 1989 AT 2:40 P.M. 7. APPLICATION FOR REZONING "C" 8. RESOLUTION - STATE AID FOR SNOW REMOVAL - AIRPORT 9. AWARD OF MERIT - WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT "D" 10. SITUATION DURING MRS. MONGE'S ABSENCE OLD BUSINESS 11. SECOND READING ORDINANCE No. 354 -Eldred Miller 12. SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 355 - GORDON AND DEONE CARR 13. SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 356 - SERVIN, PHILLIPS, OGREN REPORTS "E" 14. SECOND ESTIMATE AIRPORT PROJECT - APPROVE AND FORWARD TO STATE FOR PAYMENT PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS "F" 15. LETTER FROM SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB RETURNING GRATUITY 16. PETITION FOR STREET LIGHT - GOEBEL CIRCLE LICENSES AND PERMITS 17. SNOW REMOVAL PERMITS: Gilbert Boldt; Gilbert Lehman; Virgil Krsiean; Doug Schutz; Curtis W. Paulson; Kenneth 0. Gruenhagen; Robert Wornson; Walter S. Clay; Edwin H. Peterson; Richard Baumetz; Richard Larson ADJOURNMENT Regular Council Proceedings November 10, 1969 A Regular Council Meeting was called to order by Alderman Linder at the hour of 7:30 P.M. Invocation by Rest. Stanton Heeksel. Members present: Aldermen Alrick, Black, Linder, Attorney Schantzen, Adm. Assistant Mealey Members absent: Engineer Priebe, Alderman Schafer, Mayor Kost Motion was made by Alderman Black, seconded by Alderman Alrick that the following minutes be approved: Regular meeting October 27, 1969; Special meeting November 5 1969. Motion carried. Motion was made, seconded and carried that the bills be granted and paid out of the proper funds as follows: GENERAL FUND Joyce Miller Labor 47.45 Ronnie Smahel Labor 59.80 G. Hammer Labor 7.00 Audley Jorgenson Labor 16.00 Garfield Krasean Labor 18.00 Bernard Kummet Labor X0.00 Wm Marquardt Labov :,,12.00 Harvey Daharsh Labor -45.60 Dorothy Hassman Labor 76.00 Wm Marquardt Labor 60.80 Wayne Scott Labor 45.60 Theophil Grunewaldt Labor 47.60 Lori P. Maynard Labor 113.75 Harold Synstelien Labor 93.00 Blue Shield of Minnesota Monthly premium 11"V- 85 Hutchinson Telephone Company Service and Calls 235.07 National Guard Armory Election rental 15.00 State Treasurer City share PERA 1759.25 The Hutchinson Leader Publications 5.10 Persian Office Machines Maintenance contract 45.00 American Linen Supply Company Service 19.65 Cash Drawer #4 Replenish 20.00 Burroughs Corporation Goods and Service 81.43 Culligan Water Conditioning Service 9.00 Crow River Gift & Office Supply Co. Supplies 25.21 Albert H. Eide _ Lawyer fee 61.50 Fairway Foods Supplies 6-4-y -y Hutchinson Sheet Metal Works Maintenance 325.00 Hutchinson Fire Dept. Service 94.50 Imperial Supply Company Supplies 17.60 Kurths Foods Supplies 96 Leef Bros., Inc. Service 10.60 Hutchinson Ambulance Service Service 271.00 Municipal Liquor Store Ambulance garage rent 25.00 Miller -Davis Company Supplies 40.60 Rutz Plumbing & Heating Service 40.20 Miller & Miller Dam maintenance 1870.00 3M Business Products Center, Inc. Supplies 395.19 Standard Printing Company Service 191.80 Municipal Water Dept. Service 30.38 Hutchinson Utilities Service 137.86 Municipal Electric Plant Service 119.55 Simonson Lumber Company Supplies 5.50 Myron Wigen Chevrolet Company Maintenance 9.60 Continental Oil Company Supplies 36.32 Klamm Oil Equipment, Inc. Supplies 132.33 Quades Service 95.00 Oswald Publishing Company Supplies 2.78 Regular Council Meeting -2- November 10, 1969 General Fund-(cont'd) Stearnswood Inc. Wally's Tire Shop Coast to Coast Stores Gopher Shooters Supply Co. Hutch Cafe Family Rexall Drug Hutchinson Community Hospital Frank Motor Co. Hutchinson Fire G.T.C. Auto Parts A.A. Jorgensen Lindy's Sinclair Leo's Electronics S. A. Nies ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Supp lie s Supplies Supplies Supplies Supplies Supplies Service Maintenance y •Tal&6Supplies Supplies Service Supplies Supplies and Supplies Clinton Christensen Joseph C. Schultz Earl Alsleben Larry Karg Alfred Molitor_ Elmer Paulsen Klamm W11 Equipment Inc. Quades Hutchinson Telephone Company Brunberg &,'Oleson Wil Company Supt. of Documents Skelly Oil Company Persian Office Machines Rockite Silo, Inc. Plo Hanan' s Inc. Simonson Lumber Complany Stearnswood Wally's Tire Shop M & R Sign Company Inc. Crow River Gift & Office Supply Co. Albrecht Oil Company Cash Drawer # 4 Big Bear, Inc. Coast to Coast Stones Popp Rexall Drugq Grams Insurance Agency Juul Contracting Co. Ray A. Johnson Minneapolis Blue Printing Co. Quades Hutchinson Utilities Municipal Electric Plant Deneer Truck Service Hutchinson Wholesale Supply Co. Hutchinson Farmers Union Zila Hardware Bullert Washed Sand & Gravel Popp's Electrical S.A. Neis Hall Equipment, Inc. Albinson Rolfe's Mobil Service Meades 66 Service Station WATER & SEWER and Supplies Maintenance Labor Labor Labor Labor Labor Labor Supplies Supplies -Service Service and Calls Supplies Supplies Supplies Maintenance Contract Supplies Supplies and Maintenance Supplies Supplies Maintenance Sign (resale) Supplies Supplies Reimbursement Supplies Supplies Supplies Insurance premium Maintenance S. S. Maintenance 2nd Ave N.W. Map measure (resale) Maintenance Service Service Supplies and Maintenance Supplies Supplies Supplies Seal Coat Sand Repair lights Supplies Bucket Maintenance Supplies Supplies Supplies y Klamm Oil Equipment Inc. Supplies Quades Service Hutchinson Telephone Co. Service Addressograph Multigraph Corporation Supplies Albrecht Oil Co. Supplies 8.11 72.00 15.23 3.00 3.40 6.68 16.00 113.45 10.25 15.72 8.00 4.96 48.85 240.50 8,295 .56 148.80 8.00 242.55 214.00 262.15 254.80 264.67 190.00 28.59 96.20 4.50 54.58 55.00 34.44 131.94 19.41 262.05 22.50 11.05 5.53 18.54 .65 4.25 3.69 4.74 36.08 1704.60 61.05 9.05 6.00 28.28 1459.01 51.47 116.74 9.45 27.90 102.64 15.64 79.50 207.53 74.98 375.57 53.98 6, 7 62--W 264.66 190.00 32.69 4.90 42.12 Regular Council Meeting Water & Sewer- (cont t d) Burroughs Corporation Crow River Gift & Office Supply Co. Davies Water Equipment Co. Frank Motor Company Hutchinson Wholesale Supply Co,: Lyon Chemicals, Inc. American Public Works Association Tropical Paint Co. Zila Hardware Hutchinson Utilities Municipal Electric Plant OFF-STREET PARKING FACILITIES Municipal Electric Plant SINKING FUND MI6 -1 -3- November 10, 1969 Supplies 158.10 Supplies 3.80 Hydrant Marker 110.95 Supplies and Maintenance 41.65 Supplies .54 Supplies 227.93 Membership service fee 20.00 Supplies 60.42 Supplies 27.98 Service 40.07 Service 1525.55 2,751.36 Lights 1.00 Cash Drawer # 4 Reimbursement 3.53 Poucher Printing & Lithographing Co. Bonds prin%ed #2 225,,/80 Juul Contracting Co. 1969-1 Water & Sewer (pa#t II) 13005.90 Duminck Bros.- & Gilchrist 1969-2 St. Improv. #4 92864.16 Juul Contracting Co. 1968-3 Water & Sewer Final 19mt. 8927.29 M. J. Jacobs & Sons 1969-1 Water & Sewer (pt. I)#4 4.645.30 SINKING FUND NO -6 Erickson Construction Company Johnson Bros. SINKING FUND NO -9 Lametti & Sons Inc. M. J. Jacobs & Sons Hutchinson Telephone Co. L_IgUOR STORE Gordan Hades Municipal Electric Plant Municipal Water De]yt Hutchinson Utilities Hutchinson Telephone Companyq Hutchinson Wholesale Supply co. Earl Sprengler Cocoa -Cola Bottling Co. Lenneman Beverage Dist. Marsh Distributing Olivia Bottling Co. Premium Distributing Co. Locher Bros. Ed. Phillips & Sons Co. Griggs, Cooper & Co., Inc.; Distillers Distributing Co. McKesson Liquor Co. Johnson Bros. Co. Old Peoria Company, Inc. Distillers Distributing Co. Griggs, Cooper, & Co. Mid -West Wine Co. Old Peoria Compgny Inc. Ed Phillips & Sons Co. Anker Data Systems 156, 671,98 Cleaning river bank 1656.50 17-2 Phase II Sewage Plant #13 32136.78 33,793.28 #5 17-7 SW Storm Sewer Sec. A #5 56023.04 17-7 SW Storm Sewer Sec. B #if 23634.38 Service .91 Labor Service Service Service Service Supplies Freight Bill Supplies Beer Beer Beer Beer Beer Liquor: & wine Liquor & wine Liquor & wine Liquor Liquor Liquor Liquor Liquor Liquor & wine Liquor Liquor & wine Cash Register Maintenance 79,658.33 83.20 113.45 4.10 25.22 23.41 2.15 237.95 227.60 1967.95 2173.05 382.05 2525.55 1046.71 2190.40 2547.69 820.27 645.73 563.86 758.77 619.92 3924.10 213.61 465.60 1194.39 141.60 22, .33 RESOLUTION NO. 2987 RESOLUTION COVERING CHANGE ORDER -NO. 5 - SECTION A ON SOUTHWEST STORM SEWER PROJECT NO. 17-7 WHEREAS, it has been determined that it is necessary and in the best interests of the residents of the City of Hutchinson to make certain changes in the contract with Lametti & Sons, St. Paul, Minnesota For Section A of Southwest Storm Sewer Project 17-7 as follows, to -wit: Additional depth of Class 2 94" and 78" RCP and Class 3 60" RCP Additional 12" RCP Lateral and Catch Basin on Roberts Property Connection of existing Field Tiles to Storm Sewer at a total increase in the contract of $ 1,200.00 WHEREAS, the City Engineer and Consultant Engineers have recommended said changes, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA: That the Contractor shall proceed with the above work at prices listed in the change order totalling $1,200.00; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Mayor, City Clerk and City Engineer be and hereby are authorized to sign said Change order No. 5 - Section A, on behalf of the City of Hutchinson covering such changes in construction of Southwest Storm Sewer, Section A. ,Adapted -by -the City Council thi_s_14t1L- day -of -Mvember -1.9-69. Attest< -� • Dorothy M. zth, Deputy City Clerk Regular Council Proceedings -4- November 10, 1969 Administrative Assistant Mealey requested that transfers and investments be authorized as follows: Sinking Fund #1: Invest$770,000, less discount bid by buyers, proceeds of bond sale ($762,330.80 plus interest from date of sale to date of delivery of the money) Transfer $160,129.92 to S.F. #8 - loan repayment Transfer $130,000.00 to S.F. #6 - loan repayment Withdraw $156,671.98, plus legal and consultant fees, for payment of current bills Sinking Fund #6: Deposit $130,000 - loan repayment from S.F. #1 Withdraw $32,136.78 - payment of current bills Invest X04,000 Balance (in round dollars) Sinking Fund #8: Deposit $160,129.92 - repayment of loan from S.F. #1 Invest $160,129.92 Sinking Fund #9: Cash investments of $79,657.42 for payment of current bills Approve loan of $25,000 to Burns Manor. Motion was made by Alderman Black to approve transfers and investments as outlined. Alderman Alrick seconded the motion and it was carried.unanimously. Adm. Asset. Mealey reported that the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 354, Miller Annexation was not due until the meeting of November 24, 1969. Alderman Black reported that he had met with the city officials ofGlencoe on the subject of Landfill and that he wants to look into the matter further. The subject was temporarily tabled. Alderman Linder suggested that the subject of Cable TV be tabled until Mayor Kost is present. Adm. Asst. Mealey reported that the total package for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority has been sent to HUD, Region 4, Chicago , Illinois. Hutchinson will be listed in the official publication of HRA in the State of Minnesota and we will be getting forms to make application for housing for the elderly. The HRA have been making investigation trips to other communities to better determine the best approach for this housing in Hutchinson. ' Petition for water and sewer tap by Evelyn Schlender, Lot 10, Block 23, N z City was presented. Alderman Linder made a motion that it be approved, seconded by Alderman Alrick and, -carried. Motion3 was made by Alderman'Black, Seconded by Alderman Alrick, that the following snow removal permits be approved: Leigh Anglin,,Schramm Implement, James W. Hanson, 7 East Realty, Robert Otto, Harold Molls, Douglas Yerks. Motion carried, unanimously. Mr. Harlow Stillings presented an application for sign permit. Alderman Black made a motion, secnnded by Alderman Alrick to refer the motion to the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Alderman Alrick introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2987 RESOLUTION CUVERING CHANGE ORDER NO. 5 - SOUTHWEST STORM SEWER PROJECT NO. 19-7 SECTION A Motion was seconded by Alderman Black and upon vote being taken all members present voted "aye" and Resolution No. 2987 was declared adopted by the City Council on this 10th day of November, 1969. Regular Council Proceedings -5- November 10, 1969 Alderman Black introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2988 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK - PROJECT 1968-3 STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER AND WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (attached) Alderman Alrick seconded the motion and upon vote being taken, all members present voted "aye" and Resolution 2988 was declared adopted this 10th day of November, 1969. Alderman Black introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2989 A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE -NEED FOR ORDERLY ANNEXATION OF PORTIONS OF ACOMA TOWNSHIP AND CONFERRING JURISDICTION OVER ANNEXATIONS IN THIS AREA TO THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL COMMISSION (attached) Alderman Alrick seconded the motion and upon vote being taken all members present voted "aye" and Resolution No. 2989 was declared adopted this 10th day of November, 1969. Administrative Assistant Mealey introduced the subject of the City's need for an assessor for the next fiscal year, pointing out that the budget authorized contracting for assessing services on a part-time basis and suggested that such a contract be offered to Mr. George Keenan. Alderman Alrick introduced a motion to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement on behalf of the City of Hutchinson with Mr. George Keenan as an individual contractor to do all the assessing of real property within the City of,Hutchinson between April 1, 1970 Md December 31, 1970 (agreement attached). Motion seconded by Alderman Black and carried unanimously. Attorney Schantzen reported that the Drake Construction Company suit is coming up before a jury in District Court at Glencoe on Monday, November 24. He further explained that during such proceedings, matters often arise which are binding to the City and therefore it would be well if the Mayor and or Council members were present with full authority to make decisions if so required during the course of the trial. Alderman Black made a motion that the Council authorize the Mayor and any Aldermen who are able to be present at the District Court in Glencoe, Minnesota at 10:00 A.M., Monday November 24 for jury trial -in the case of Drake Construction Company vs City of Hutchinson et al, to make whatever commitments may be necessary on behalf of the City. Motion seconded by Alderman Alrick and Carried unanimously. Alderman Black moved that the meeting be adjourned; seconded by Alderman Linder. Motion carried unanimously and the meeting was declared adjourned at 8:05 P.M. 7�� RESOLUTION No. 2988 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PROJECT 1968-3 STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER AND WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT WHEREAS, pursuant to a written contract signed with the City of Hutchinson on November 10, 1968, Juul Contracting Company of Hutchinson Minnesota has satisfactorily completed the improvement of Fifth Avenue NW from James Street to Water Street, Erie Street from Second Avenue SE to Third Avenue SE; Michigan Street from Fourth Avenue SE to its North end; Second Avenue SE from Arch Street to Michigan Street by the ir&allation of sanitary sewer and watermain and the making of an improvement of a portion of the Hutchinson Industrial District by the installation of storm sewer on Second Avenue SE from the Crow River to Michigan Street and Michigan Street from Fourth Avenue SE to its North end in.accordance with such contract. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA: The work completed under said contract is hereby accepted and approved, and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the City Clerk and Mayor are hereby directed to ispue_a.proper order for the final payment on such contract, taking the contractor's receipt in full? as follows: Total Contract $ 95,028.65 Amount earned 95,980.35 Less Previous Payment 87,053.06 Balance Due 89927.29 Adopted by the City Counil this 10th day of November, 1969 Attest: Dorothy y Smith, Deputy City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 2989 A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE NEED FOR ORDERLY ANNEXATION OF PORTIONS OF ACOMA TOWNSHIP AND CONFERRING JURISDICTION OVER ANNEXATIONS IN THIS AREA TO THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL COMMISSION WHEREAS, the legislature of the State of Minnesota has deemed sound urban development essential to the continued economic growth of our State, and WHEREAS, they have made provision for orderly annexation procedures through mutual agreement of Townships and Municipalities in order to promote sound urban development, now therefore BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hutchinson, County of McLeod, State of Minnesota, that the following described area of the Township of Acoma, adjacent to the City of Hutchinson, is now or is about to become urban in character and as such is in need of a program of orderly annexation and we herewith join with the Board of Supervisors to confer jurisdiction over annexations in this area to the Minnesota Municipal Commission. Government Lot 1, Section 35-117-30, consisting of 24,20 acres. West 30 acres of Northwest 4, Northwest 4, Section 36-117-30 Southeast 4, Northwest 4 of Section 36 - T117 -R30 - That part of the Northwest 4 and Southwest 4 of Section 36 -T117 -R30 described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of the South of the Northwest 4 of Section 36; thence South along the West line of the Northwest 4 and the Southwest 4 of said Section 36, a distance of 1493.01 feet; thence Easterly parallel with the North line of said South � of the Northwest k, a distance of 1475.10 feet; thence Northerly deflecting to the left 89 degrees, 11 minutes and 55 seconds to a point on the North line of said South � of the Northwest 4; thence West along said North line to the point of beginning. Government Lot 2, Section 35-117-30. Government Lot 3, Section 35-117-30. Government Lot 4, Section 35-117-30 except that part of Government Lot 4 described as follows: Commencing at a point on the East line of said Government Lot 4, a distance of 810 feet South of the Northeast corner thereof; thence West, parallel with the North line of said Government Lot 4, a distance of 350 feet; thence South parallel with said East line, a distance of 389.3 feet to the North line of State Highway No. 7; thence Northeasterly along said North line of Highway No. 7 to said East line; thence North, along said East line to the point of beginning. A tract of land in the Southwest 4 of Section 36-117-30 described as follows: Beginning at a point in the West line of Section 36, 491.4 feet north of the Southwest corner of said Section 36; thence Northerly along said West line a distance 370.0 feet; thence deflect to the right 90 degrees, a distance of 193.73 feet; thence deflect to the right 90 degrees, a distance of 371.14 feet; thence Westerly to the point of beginning. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City Clerk is hereby authorized to pay to the Minnesota Municipal Commission, filing fee of $180.00. Adopted by the City Council this IOth day of)Noy6gbel,,1 1 City erk AGREEMGNT It is hereby agreed by and between the City of Hutchinson and George Keenan that the City of Hutchinson shall engage the services of George Keenan as an individual contractor to do all the assessing of real property within the City of Hutchinson upon the following terms and conditions: 1. George Keenan will perform said services from April 1, 1970 to December 31, 1970. 2. The City will furnish office space and office supplies. 3. George Keenan will perform all services and handle all matters in connection with the assessing of all real property within the City of Hutchinson together with any matters incidental thereto. 4. For said services, the City will pay the sum of -$2,500 to -George Keenan on November 1, 1970. Dated this 10th day of November, George Keenan ' 0 CITY OF HUTCHINSON (-,U1AACR0ta 55350 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Gentlemen: OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST November 21, 1969 Mayor and Council Administrative Assistant Investments, transfers and redemptions necessary We have several investments maturing in the latter part of November and early December. We also have principal and interest payments due on Sinking funds #4, #6, and # 8. The amounts available for investment and for which we ask authorization are as follows: S.F. #4 Approx. $7,000 S.F. # 5 Approx. $61,000 S.F. # 9 Approx. $238,000 Road and Bridge Fund Approx. $10,000 Sinking fund #6 should sell investments to produce $24,425.91 for interest payment due. Respectfully submitted, aa j -e-0-4 Thomas E. Mealey It CITY OF HUTCHINSON ,-M4111690ta 55350 OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST November 20, 1969 TO: Mayor and Council FROM: Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Situation during Mrs. Monge's convalescence Gentlemen: We are sorely burdened by the absence for sickness of Mrs. Monge, City Clerk. While we do have a duly appointed deputy Clerk, she has other routing duties that make it difficult for her to assume the duties of Clerk in addition. For the time being I would recommend that the Council make an interim appointment of myself as City Clerk, continue the deputy clerk assign of Mrs. Smith, and authorize employment of an additional clerical person with typing and some steno capabilities. This action will centralize the reaponsibilites of the Clerk's office until Mrs. Monge's return and will enable us to pick up the threads of the many activities that are the responsibility, under Minnesota Law, of the City Clerk. It will also relieve the almost overwhelming load of clerical and steno work that our limited staff has been attempting to handle. TEM:JMM Respectively submitted, , z Z .e,4 Thomas E. Mealey [A 1 lr �ern�o� Citc/2\/ens Ce�te� Hutchinson, Minnesota 55350 HUTCHINSON OL' MILL POND CENTER DIRECTOR — Lida Rolander BOARD: CHAIRMAN —Walter Qaast VICE CHAIRMAN — Emnia Lake DIRECTOR OF FINANCE — Earl Johnson DIRECTOR OF CONTRIBUTIONS — Elizabeth Martin Janet Hansen DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES — Dora Riesberg PROJECT COORDINATOR — Ella Popp, Rec. Board Dear Mr. Mealey: The Senior Citizens Club wishes to thank the City Council, not only for the generous check we have received for doing the recent housing survey, but also for your kindness in providing us with a home-e=FF y since the club was founded. In appreciation we are herewith returning the check to c ity. Most gratefully yours, Kathryn Brummond, president. �ecreaEion ij Vital /or !good ,-ivin y — and ctiving i3 !good in Aute njon October 159 1969 ' - 5 J Mrs. H. C. BrumSnond President Hutchinson Senior Citizens' Club 's Senior Citizen's-Center Hutchinson, Minnesota 55350 Dear Mrs. Brummond: Inclosed find a check from the City Council of the City of Hutchinson In the amount of $100. This is a small token of the appreciation we have for the Senior Citizen's Club and the fine job they did in conduct- ing our housing and population study recently. Preliminary reports from the planning consultant indicates that he is pleased with the thoroughness of the job. The data gathered will now be D used to aid us in completing our comprehensive plan for development-of the City of Hutchinson. Again let me say that it is a pleasure to be a part of a community which enjoys such active and constructive participation from its citizens. Sincerely, CITY OF HUTCHINSON Thomas E. Mealey Administrative Assistant TEMsjl ccs, Mayor Kost Rev, Keuther PUBLIS ED IN HUTCHINSON LEADER EDNESDAY, NO=%�=�� ERO 1225 ;ORRKT�D BLI ED IN THE HINSO LEADER WEDUBLICA ORDINANCE NO. 354 AN ORDIN?VCE EXTENDING THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON AND ANNEXING THERETO CERTAIN LAND FORMERLY LOCATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HASSAN VALLEY THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON DOES ORDAIN: Section I. A petition has been filed with the governing body of the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, by Eldred H. F and Rosetta L. Miller being sole owners of the following described real property, to have said property annexed and included within the corporate limits of the City of Hutchinson, County of McLeod, State of Minnesota, to -wit: Beginning at a point on the center line of McLeod County S.A.R. No. 25 (formerly C.A.R. 62) said point being 600.0 feet southerly from the intersection of the north line of said Section 7 with the center line of said S.A.R. No. 25, thence easterly at right angle to said center line for 253.0 feet; thence southerly on a line parallel with the said center line of S.A.R. 25 for 140.0 feet; thence westerly on a line parallel to the northerly line of tract for 253.0 feet to the center line of said S.A.R. No. 25; thence northerly along said center line for 110.0 feet to the point of beginning. Tract contains 0.64 acres more or less. A part of Lot Three (3) of Auditor's Plat of Section 7, Township 116 North, Range 29 West, McLeod County, Minnesota, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the center line of McLeod County S.A.R. No. 25 (formerly C.A.R. #62), said point being 240.00 feet Southerly from the intersection of the North line of said Section 7 with the centerline of said S.A.R. No. 25; thence southerly along said center line a distance of 360.00 feet to a point; thence easterly at right angles to said centerline for 253 feet; thence Northerly on a line parallel to said centerline 36C.00 feet; thence Westerly on a line parallel to the southerly line a distance of 253.00 feet to the centerline of said S.A.R. No. 25, being the point of beginning of the real estate conveyed. Commencing at a point on the centerline of McLeod County S.A.R. No. 25 (formerly C.A.R. #62), said point being 600.00 feet southerly from the intersection of the north line of said Section 7 with the centerline of said S.A.R. No. 25, thence easterly at right angles to said centerline 253.00 feet to the point of beginning of the tract herein conveyed; thence southerly on a line parallel to said centerline 110.00 feet; thence ea9terly on a line which line, if extended westerly would be at right angles to centerline of said S.A.R. No. 25 to the West bank of Crow River; thence following the West bank of Crow River to the intersection of the West bank of Crow River with a line 110.00 feet northerly and parallel to the I%ve described southerly Line; thence westerly on a line 110.00/t�herly and .parallel to above described southerly line to point of beginning. Said tract c lying and boftg in Section 7, Township 116 North, Ramp 29 Meat, McLeod County, Nlunesota. The quantity of lwW embraced within the forogoing description and` destribed, is Wep and toventywft or hundredths ( 3.74) acro am or Wes. Secti g III. The City Council hereby determines: (1) that the annexation will be to the best interests of the City of Hutchinson and of the territory affected; (2) that the territory described herein abuts upon the. City and is so conditioned as properly to be subjected to City Government. 1229 ORDINANCE NO. 354 Section IV. Therefore, the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, hereby ordains and declares that the property hereinbefore described be and the same is hereby annexed to, and included in the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota, as effectually as if it had originally been a part thereof. Section V. This ordinance shall be final and 'shall take effect and be in force after filing certified copy thereof with the Minnesota Municipal Commission, the County Auditor and the Secretary of State, and from and after its passage andppublicati n. Ad ted the Ci Co t is 24th of Noveh Thomas E. Mealey, City Clerk H=HINSON A':I IRT AccoUNT BALAiim S -.ATEMNr Monthasnd ing 10 /�'6' -ZX22Witure5 Object Budget Thi n Yr. TQ-Dcte uhm. I B-1 fl -P5 �,— c.h.,Lie.� 3U •' `�s'0� _ '� GOc, 12 Salariet-Temp. ! ��' 8'6� i Ay, to ' �4, / P' ? '7G � 6 1� 1 20 Cocxunicart6na f �'� �'� 22 Utilities 15ti �y.�f ��.2� `�� 9.7/ 23 Travel-Gcnf.-Schools !b c`pit. 24 Maint./Rera:;.r-Ec,u`.piaen;� '3 0 ; X1.17 25 Ma2nt. /PeY)aix-Bu'illi:ir1,- 26 Ila int. /Re pa i r- O th,^ r 35 Ma int./Rcp.-Bu-Idin^s 1,},f�, "ean-nE� 7.7� � Removal 41 insurance-�or_ds 49 Niscellauecuc , 51 BuildinPs-Si-ruct urea r3� e ti j /. , 7' 54 Otherl ' -�' If � 4L`7�3 60 Debt. Radenptp1141 coo .Ii w . TOTAL AIRPORT ;4 � �Ep � y f , �� 4 /7, 6;L � e l01 -70,7 o Revenues 332.1 Rents -Shop 332.2 Rents -Farm 332.3 Rents-Iiauga z YD ��/ • t, s v(�,' 1, '1 37� 333.0 Gasolina•.Salea SW 356.0 Transfer IK TOM RMNMS I CITY OF HUTCHINSON �.Mf1111690tQ 55350 OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST November 21, 1969 T0: Mayor and Council FROM: Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Attached copy of letter from PCA to CNW RR and Brief report on Police and snowbirds. Gentlemen: I don't usually endorse multi -subject memos but since both of these subjects are as yet somewhat indeterminate I hope to save typing time and copy paper. As you can see from the letter from Dr. Huebert the PCA is continuing an interest in the emission of particulate matter from the trans -loading operations of the CNW RR in north Hutchinson. I would gather that the settlement and determination of this case will come from resolution of the opposed responsibility of the two State of Minnesota agencies, the Public Service Commission and the Pollution Control Agency. For the moment then our part will be as interested onlookers. I discussed the question of snow -birds with Chief Broderius on Thursday, November 20. He has already effected the towing away of eight vehicles from streets in the immediate downtown area during the snow removal opeaations this week. He will extend the process to residential and other outlying areas where snowbirds have inhibited the snow removal activities. The Chief also reports that he had carries out an ongoing program through the year to ticket and remove vehicles parked in violation of ©rd. # 271. Altogether he estimates that he has tickdted and caused to be removed about forty illegally parked vehicloo this year. TEM:JMM Respectfully submitted, T s E. Mealey S1A.i.. v. 1✓...`:.` _ `.ri 7:7 G��....,..:_ .,.... (OAK AND Z"AWAS..:.:•.2.) f. `ove:aber 5, 15 1 j / :r. Phillip Stringer I ttor nev-At-Law 2.200 Northu:estorn National Ban:: Building St. Paul, :iinnesota 55101 Dear Sir: t'is dis cL:sscd by telopho ne, t ,is —m./ plainton Oct000r 3, 1909 o:ina of bulk fertilizer and ti o.:c:._..- son railroad spur of your 2l.ilroad Company. T:lis spur is wocr:tcu :.:etw`cn and 4---.'-, Avenues N.W. , and west of .:ai:: sota. U. fortunately, t-1, c. s ur ii. s dig 'ctiy south of re: 7 donces which are only.:;out 1/2 c.: a city i✓lock away nu th.e area concerned encompasses a total Gf a.)ot,t 3 city i;loccc in length. The visible emissions (du::z) ar: e:;:itt:,ci v%iLN I :;ull: icrtili- zor shipped into Hutchinson in aoxccirs fro:c ;Al-' over L'.' -,o U:sited States is unloaded by belz or ::crew co,,voyinr il:to open sClili-van trucks and when grain b ouc:1L i:0 ia�::=Ci:in:ion in t1i1Cso same trucks is load9d into u;lc: 1)oxcars 1)v pneumatic (blower) conveying. you may knout �i10 newly ado,)Lc(! 5;:a'Lc:..- :jient Air Quality Standards and Aim P011UL10:: .:untrol :c- (;ulations," became effective on July 7, 1969 anc. con tai:: a rjroviso against the avoidable emission of particulate APC 6. .g.ctinupon this complaint, we contacted Dr. Du Hutchirson's Health Officer who an G; - this complaint on October 3, 1969 to establis.: the ticity and extent of the cony of t.o Jl.%s• euent letter he wrote detailin(: ; :.e results of his i::ves ' gation is enclosed for your info:: tion. Also, on Octob: r 31, 1969 at 1:00 p.m., the was visited, t e loading and unloading area was inspected, and Dr. i:uebert AGCNGY V(._<; LI: R$ J. FcLLCW:. W0::71HNO:Oh :rGCC[,+T C. TUVESO.N. CHAIRMAN, ALDL•RT LLA V� J. GADLZ., . .. .... PAUL .'0.1AZR C. L().GK. VICC CHAIRMAN. M:\NZ:APOLIG MAC.: V. nOWARD A. ANDCRSEN. M.D.. ROCMkrTBR Au7 L. R. C. ~iGJ.ti J'I r.V) \LLSON. DU-UT1+ JOHN R. BORCHERT. GOL0614 VAuaT IF. WAYNE 'ACK"D. MINH�;APOLIG JOHN P. OADALICH. P.C.. c1GGUT6V.: OIR.:GTOR '� ;1 , 2 �hilliu ingcr "c��- w,is callod by Mr. j. ;,I. Liorc::ri., i .( 11:Ct i la:<j .indl:- r:ent St:cLion. .._,., „s you .1.ow, t,,,,,.�_ .�\c.-arsu;=c ��Ie :.i,a��.ro,..0 scrv:.cc �•�•_:�;� o� 1iuLc.iinsoil Wus 4:21":.11i:a'Lec: i1,:6 ._.:e operation was conSaenced _L 1 U:. t: i- _,I.. :1C CGI;���ta�71ui1� stated the :Iutc,Iinson City CU:iilCii C i" �Oli:t,d tilt: 2'u2 �rGa(: rroIll these operations iI: t.1:c s )ring U" 1969. Sli.'soc -eptly, ho" -rings with t11e '�innesota Pu:)llc Sc. rvic lowed the resumption and continu;aion, or ti.is o-)c3r io.l. The complainant also operates a : usin css which cr:nloys acid and he states the acid is ncu-L�ralized I -y some co-m-)o- ncnt in the fertilizer dust. rI,c co.mplain-ant also stated he is made ill by these emissions z;rd has not been able to work for the last three weeks. Un.- ortunatcly, it was rain- ing at the time of our inspection ci nd the opera::ion wi~s shut down. However, Dr. I:uck..,(.rt r;c uMirmec; the Minding:; in This letter dated Octobcr 7, Also, si-atc)d Lhc white dust -like material on tae automobile described in his letter was complainant owned and parked in the complainant's driveway. ?After du., consideration of the f-_cts, we feel that an excess amount of particulate matter is bocominr air-borno fro:,, this operation and this is a violation: of APC 6. the arc en- closing a copy of this regulation for your inforrlation and edification. Any approach to solve the must limit air -borne par- ticulates to "unavoidable- amounts". 1;e realize, of course, the trol prevention will have Therefore, we would like a client intends to take on we can be of further help, time. TK:wb Enclosures ecGno,'Ait::s of suCal pollutioIl Con - to :)c colaic:e. c by your client. reply outlining the stops your or bciorc Janu--ry 7, 1970. If please feel free to call us any - Sincerely yours, ^ .-bo--- Xosa, Chief Engineering and Enforcement Section Division of Air Quality cc: Dr. Dan Huebert, N.D. Mr. Fox, Superintendent Chicago - Northwestern Railroad Mr. T. G. Swartzlander • s CITY OF HUTCHINSON �-MthheSOta 55350 OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Gentlemen: I called Wes Abrams at that all but three or the same notice, most increase than 10%. November 20, 1969 Mayor and Council Administrative Assistant Attached notice from Minnesota Department of Taxation Glencoe relative to the attached notice. He stated four of the subdivisions in McLeod County received of them indicating a substantially higher recommended Apparently (according to Wes) the recent sales of properties in Municipalities and townships are reflecting the inflationary economy and tight money situation which prevails. Additionally, there has been an increase in the sale of older properties which had not changed hands for many years. As you probably know, in Minnsota few, if any, Assessor Offices are staffed to vary each property valuation with the changes in the value of the dollar. As a result most assessment staffs are occupied full time with consideration of properties changing hands, and those which reside in the same owner for a period of years tend to retain a constant valuation. Wes and George Keenan have been working through the past summer to amend the bulk of the questionable valuations and Wes feels that he can satisfy the Commissioner of Taxation that we have corrected assessments enough to satisfy this recommendation. He does not think it will be necessary, nor justifiable, to apply a flat 10% increase on residential properties as might be inferred from this notice. TEM: j 1 Attachment Respectfully submitted, l Thomas E. Mealey STATE OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION CENTENNIAL OFFICE BUILDING SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 55101 November 4, 1969 Mayor City of Hutchinson Gentlemen: This department has completed the detailed study of the levels of assessment of real property that prevailed in 1968 in every county of the state. The ratios of the assessment to the current market value of the types of real estate in your county have been presented to your county assessor in order to assist him and your local assessors in mak- ing the 1970 assessment. Equality in the standards of assessment of all classes of property is a goal to which we are firmly committed. The legislature has laid down the statutory requirement that the assessor must determine the cur- rent market value of each description of real. estate. This department and assessors generally throughout the state are agreed that the adjust- ed market value must be established at one-third of the estimated market value. The rising market prices of the past two years also must be re- flected in the new assessment. In the 1970 assessment it is our belief that the following changes are needed to equalize your valuations with the standards of assessment throughout the state: Residential Real Estate - Increase 10% If you have questions concerning our recommendations, we will be hap- py to discuss the levels of assessment in your area with you. The work of your assessor in the 1970 assessment should be given careful attention by the boards of review and equalization. Where improvements in the lev- els of assessments are attained by local action, no changes need be nec- essary in state equalization. Very truly yours, ;�L 1, �� RUFU- T. LOG Ca ssioner f Taxation RTL:ACS:mam CITY OF HUTCHINSON c M111hESOtC1 55350 OFFICES AT 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST November 21, 1969 TO: Mayor and Council and City Attorney FROM: Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Attached copy of summons and complaint Gentlemen: The attached summons and complaint has been served on Deputy Clerk Smith, Friday, November 21,1969. I notified our insurance agency (Howard Madsen) and am sending copies to Mayor, Council and Attorney. Respectfully submitted, Thomas E. Healey TEM:JMM kl.� L. ; 14i y STATE OF KI18=80TA Cotler" 0! MstL3OD ��'� rrrr�+��.r.►ra..rr w r r..r.�r �rr.�.� rr � rr Kasel Stem, Trustee for the nei rs of Yorman Steen. ve City of Hutchinson, Plaintiff, Defendant. DIMTAICP COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DIMICT THE STATE OF X MNSMA TO THE ABOVE MAMV DSMNWANT s You are hereby summned and required to serve upon pleintitt's attorney an answer -to the complaiat which is herewith owved apw, you, within -twenty (20) days after service of tWi s amm oo s upon you, axe 1 us i ve of the day of servive . Ir you fail to dO so, judgment by default will be taken ayainet you for the relief demand" in the complaint. Dated this 21st day of movember, 1960. GRAMIS a GRAMHIs Hy /s/ Patrick A. Farrell . OWN A. Atto"wa foe plaintiff a• F. J. iehult Building #out% St. Paul, Minnesota 55075 s J a i i 9 r c t r • ' yam. . ar STATE OF MIMOOTA COUNTY Or McL iew Hasel stem, Trustee for the heirs of Norman steep, Plaintiff, ve City of Hutchinson, Def endan t. DISTRICT CST FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT waver .rw��.rww�rw�.wrw �rgbw►wwrw �w�wr� e Plaintiff complains of defendant and for her cause of action alleges herein: I. That she is, the duly appointed Trustee of the heirs of worm" Steen. That on or about the 24th day of Noveiober, 1967 detendant Wrongfully, illegally and negligently sold and furnished intoxicating liquors to ane Theodore Jaskowiak, Jr., a minor, causing the said Theodore Jaskowiak, Jr. to become intoxicated. M. That on or about the 25th day of November, 1%7 the said Theodore Joskowiak did wrongfully and unlawfully drive his motor vehicle is such a manner as to cause it to collide with a vehicle owned and operated by the decedent, Roregn Steen. That said collision occurred on Highway #7 just east of Hutchinson, Minnesota. That the cause of said eollision was the aforesaid intoxication of the said Theodore Jaskoriak which was caused by defendant. -1- "- m I M IV. That as a result of the wrongful and illegal conduct of defendant and as a direct cause thereof the said Norman Steen sustafned injuries to his person, from which he died on November 25, 1967. V. That decedent left surviving him his spouse, Hanel Steen, and children Darlene Jonas, Diane Steen, Betty Steen, Janet Steen, Sandra Steen, and Judy Steen, who are still living and for whose benefit plaintiff brings this action. V .1 . That at the time of said accident said decedent was 42 years of age and of sound body and mind. VII. That by reason of the untimely death of said decedent, his heirs have been forever deprived of his comfort, society, services, protection and support and have thereby been damaged in the amount of one Hundred Twenty-five Thousand ($125,000.00) Dollars. WHEREFIRE, plaintiff prays judgment against the defendant in the amount of one Hundred Twenty-five Thousand ($125,000.00) Dollars, together with her costs and disbursements herein. GRANNIE & GRANNIS BY -2- PATRICK A. FARRELL Attorneys for Plaintiff F. J. Schult Building South St. Paul, Minnesota 55075 i Form approved Budget Bureau No. 63-RO897 APPLICATION FOR WORKABLE PROGRAM CERTIFICATION OR RE -CERTIFICATION Hutchinson, Minnesota (City and State) (Date of Approval of the Governing Body of the Community) (Signature of Chief Executive) Donald Kost, Mayor (Name and Title) Application for Certification (Insert: Certification, or Re•Certification) s 1 a ilk U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT �i HUD -1061 (11.68) HU C-1081 .(11.68) All questions on the form must be answered or adequate explanations given. Additional pages should be attached where needed to permit a full presentation of the local Program. Submit an original and three copies to the appropriate Regional Office, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Q�qV N►ENTn�+ V 2 010��/13U NdOa REGIONAL OFFICES — DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Region I: 26 Federal Plaza, New York, New York 10007 (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont) Telephone: 264-8068 Region II: Widener Building, 1339 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 (Deleware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia) Telephone: 597-3311 Region III: Peachtree —Seventh Building, Atlanta, Georgia 30323 (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missis- sippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee) Telephone: 526-5585 Region IV: Room 1500, 360 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601 (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin) Telephone: 353-5680 Region V: Federal Office Building, 819 Taylor Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102 (Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas) Telephone: 334-2867 Region VI: 450 Golden Gate Avenue, P.O. Box 36003, San Francisco, California 94102 (Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada, Southern Idaho, Utah, Wyoming) Area Office: 909 First Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104 (Alaska, Montana, Northern Idaho, Oregon, Washington) Telephone: 556-4752 Region VII: P.O. Box 3869 GPO, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00936 (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands) Telephone: 767-1515 E, r HU C-1081 .(11.68) All questions on the form must be answered or adequate explanations given. Additional pages should be attached where needed to permit a full presentation of the local Program. Submit an original and three copies to the appropriate Regional Office, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Q�qV N►ENTn�+ V 2 010��/13U NdOa REGIONAL OFFICES — DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Region I: 26 Federal Plaza, New York, New York 10007 (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont) Telephone: 264-8068 Region II: Widener Building, 1339 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 (Deleware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia) Telephone: 597-3311 Region III: Peachtree —Seventh Building, Atlanta, Georgia 30323 (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missis- sippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee) Telephone: 526-5585 Region IV: Room 1500, 360 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601 (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin) Telephone: 353-5680 Region V: Federal Office Building, 819 Taylor Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102 (Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas) Telephone: 334-2867 Region VI: 450 Golden Gate Avenue, P.O. Box 36003, San Francisco, California 94102 (Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada, Southern Idaho, Utah, Wyoming) Area Office: 909 First Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104 (Alaska, Montana, Northern Idaho, Oregon, Washington) Telephone: 556-4752 Region VII: P.O. Box 3869 GPO, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00936 (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands) Telephone: 767-1515 HUD -1081 (11-68) GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. (1) Establish administrative mechanism responsible to the chief executive for the purpose of providing leadership, supervision, and coordination of Workable Program activities. (2) Provide explanation for any objectives set during last period which were not achieved. 1. Identify the person and office or agency designated to supervise and coordinate Workable Program activities, and describe the relationship of such person and office or agency to the chief executive. Mr. Thomas Mealey, Administrative Assistant, is responsible for coordination and . supervision of Workable Program activities. The Administrative Assistant is employed by the City Council and serves as the chief administrative officer with direct responsibility to the Mayor. 2. For any target, action, or timetable proposed by the community and approved by the Department at the time of the last certification which has not been met or carried out, provide a detailed explanation of the reasons. Not Applicable — This is Initial Application for Certification. IV -1- HUD -101 (11-") CODES AND CODE ENFORCEMENT REQUIREMENT. The two primary requirements are: a. The adoption of the latest published edition of one of the nationally recognized model housing', building, plumbing, electrical, fire prevention and related codes and ordinances, as amended, or state or local codes with comparable standards. b. The establishment of an effective code enforcement program. 1. Complete the following schedule for codes adopted by the community. CODE ADOPTED TYPE OF CODE (Check One) GIVE TITLE AND DATE OF LATEST EDITION OF MODEL CODE ADOPTED GIE DATE OF LATVEST ANNUAL SUPPLEMENT MODEL TED MODEL LOCAL Housing ..... X I . C. B. O. - 1967 Edition Building..... X I.C.B.O. - 1967 Edition Plumbing • .. • X State of Minnesota - Adopted by Reference Electrical. ... X State of Minnesota -Adopted by Reference X National Board of Fire Underwriters 1960 - Abbreviated Edition Fire Prevention 2. Describe briefly the procedure established for periodic review, evaluation and updating of the adopted codes and ordinances. The City is in the process of establishing a standing Code Review Committee, to be composed of local persons having knowledge and expertise in the building trades. The structure and exact functions of the Committee will be forwarded to the Regional Office upon formal establishment of the Committee. The housing code must be adopted at least six months prior to certification. -2- HUD -1081 (11-68) 3. Identify and justify any major deviations in the codes adopted by the community from the standards set forth in the nationally recognized codes as amended, excluding minor administrative changes and revisions. Use extra sheets if necessary. The codes have been adopted in total as set forth in the Models. Minor changes have been made in the Housing and Building codes to facilitate administration. These changes have been made to reflect operating procedures in the City. 4. Describe in general, and to the extent possible quantifiable, terns the longer -range plans and objectives for using housing, building and related code enforcement to help eliminate and prevent the formation and spread of slums and blight. 1. Exterior inspection of each dwelling unit in the City at least once during each cer- tification period to check for visual evidence of structural deterioration. 2. Complete interior and exterior inspection of all units on a request basis. 3,' Withholding of Certificates of Occupancy on all dwelling units, either new or remodeled, which fail to meet the requirements of City codes. 4. Withhold Building and Mechanical permits where plans indicate non-compliance with applicable City codes, both in new construction and rehabilitation. 5. Describe the community's plan of action during the next period for effectively dealing with areas and/or types of units having high priority need for code enforcement, including both programs to stop blight in sound but deteriorating areas and programs to deal with serious threats to health and safety in slum areas. 1. Development of a Code Compliance program in areas with a high concentration of deteriorating and/or dilapidated dwellings. 2. Code enforcement to eliminate substandard dwelling units throughout the City. 3. The City will attempt to obtain voluntary compliance with Codes by requesting City realtors to ask the City for a Code inspection prior to turning over a housing unit under their control. (a) Explain the basis for the areas and program strategies selected. (Attach maps, charts or other informa- tion as may be necessary to explain the context for the plan of action.) The areas which will receive concentrated code enforcement efforts are the older sections of the City with an obvious potential for Code violations. The map entitled Areas iri deed of Attention in the Population and Housing study appended to this sub- mission indicates t ose areas where code compliance activities will be concentrated. The strategies outlined in 5 above, are those which the City feels are necessary to make a substantial impact on the designated areas. -3. 'HUD -1081 (11.68) 6. Compare the scope of the proposed plan of action with the plans for the previous period in such a manner er as to show what degree of progress is being made toward achieving the community's longer -range objectives of community -wide compliance. Not Applicable - Community -wide Compliance Program will be developed during the initial Certification period. ' 7. Describe and support the budget ands staff ff resources to be allocated in the next period to carry out the en- to the enforcement of building forcement program described in 4 above, including information with respect and related codes, as well as to housing codes. 1 full time building Inspector - Also responsible for Housing Code supervision 1 half-time Electrical Inspector The City'has budgeted $25,600 for 1 half-time Plumbing Inspector inspection purposes during the fiscal 1 half-time Fire Inspector (April 1 to March 30), 1970-71. 1 half-time Health Inspector year 1 full-time Gas Inspector 8. Enforcement data 1. Building and Housing Codes Adopted 25 August, 196. This Report Covers the Period From January 1 196% Goober 1 1969 TOTAL FOUND INVIOLATIONS RAZED or PERMITS INSPEC- INSPECTED VIOLATION"'* ABATED _ moved CODE ISSUED TIONS* -- --- -- D 5 D S p S D S Housin g•1...,... XXXX 84 42 42 6 3 3 3 3 Building.1....... 9 18 9 3 0 0 0 0 0 _ _ Plumbing . • • • • •• 70 137 70 47 0 0 0 0 0 Electrical...... 74 146 74 51 0 0 0 0 0 - 0 0 8&12 477 344 12 ' 12 7 0 Fire Prevention ... -+ J Other......... LEGEND: S — Structure D — Dwelling Units. by onel inspector to one building or structure . * Count Inspections on the Following Basis: —One inspection is one visit I,* For housing codes, add any non, -compliance carryover from prior inspections . -4 AlkI HUD -1081 (11-68) PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENT. The development of an effective, continuing planning, and programming process which engages in the development of comprehensive plans and translates such plans into action programs to help overcome the major physical, social, racial and economic problems of the slum and blight- ed areas within the community. 1. Describe the status of the community's general plan with respect to its completion and adoption, and indi- cate the nature and status of each of the functional plans or components that constitute the general plan (e.g. land use, transportation, housing, community facilities, public improvement programs, etc.) A Comprehensive Community plan was completed in 1960 and adopted in 1960. Elements of the Plan included plans for land use, transportation and community facilities. The City is currently awaiting 701 funding for review and updating of the Plan. The City has contracted with Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. of Minneapolis for completion of some initial studies (including land use, transportation, utilities, population and housing and a preliminary sketch plan), the results of which are incorporated into this submission where applicable. If and when the 701 study is funded, the results will be forwarded to the Regional Office as they become available. a. Indicate the status of the community's zoning ordinance, and any plans for future review. The City's zoning ordinance was adopted April 13, 1962, and has been administered to date with few changes. The City, as noted above, is awaiting funding of a Comprehensive Planning Program under Section 701 of the Housing Act of 1954. This program, when funded, will include a review and modification of the ordinance as a means of providing an up-to-date ordinance by which development may be regulated. - 5 - �tf} .. � AIv1lP' .���F�•11��' P HUD -1081 (11.68) 2. List the studies that have been or are being made of the major physical, social, racial, and economic prob- lems of the slum and blighted areas (e.g. renewal, education, employment, recreation needs, etc.), and indicate the estimated completion dates for those underway. A study of land use, transportation, utilities, population and housing in the City was recently completed. This consisted of an inventory and analysis of these elements as they relate to the preparation of a Comprehensive Plan for the City. The Regional OEO office has recently completed a survey of senior citizens in Hutchinson for the purpose of determining the demand for elderly housing in the City. S. Briefly describe, in quantifiable terms to the extent possible, the magnitude of the problems or needs identi- fied in 2. The study done by OEO has indicated a general level of demand for elderly housing in Hutchinson. Partial tabulation of survey returns indicates that, of 514 persons over age 65, 332 persons had incomes below the poverty index of $3,400 per year. Three hundred and twenty-two of these people had incomes $500 or more below poverty level. Of the 514 persons contacted, 201 expressed an interest in senior citizen housing. The population and housing study indicates those areas in need of code enforcement activities in the City, and identifies a shortage of rental housing at prices most people would afford. New housing being built is generally priced beyond the range of all but a small percentage of people in the City. The Population and Housing Analysis appended to this submission outlines in more detail the problems and needs regarding housing in Hutchinson. -6. HUD -1081 (11.68) 4. Briefly describe, in quantifiable terms to the extent possible, the five or six-year goals or targets for ac- complishment in meeting the problems or needs indicated in 3. - The City will attempt to secure housing for the elderly to satisfy the demand indicated in the OEC) survey. - The Code Compliance program will be utilized to upgrade older housing units in the City as a means of expanding the supply of rental housing. - Private sponsors will be encouraged to construct low and moderate income housing utilizing the 221 (d) (3) program and other financing aids, as appropriate. 5. Briefly describe the action programs to be undertaken in the next certification period to meet the needs, and estimated budgets for such programs, including capital improvements budget. - The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will submit an application for construction of housing for the elderly. The number of units has yet to be determined. - The City will institute a Code Compliance program. On page 4, question 7 of this submission, the budget for compliance activities for the next fiscal year is indicated. - The annual budget for fiscal year 1969-70 is apperided to this submission. The City Council is considering the possibility of developing a detailed capital improvements budget. -7. 1jQD4 081 (11-68) last certification period, and the amounts available for such 6. Describe the action programs undertaken in the programs. (For re -certifications only.) Not Applicable - This is an Application for Initial Certification 7. Indicate the organizations involved, the amounts expended in the last certification period, and the amounts budgeted for the next period, to support both the planning and the programming portions of the process. The City Planning Commission has had primary involvement in the planning and pro- gramming process. Their budget for 1969-70 is $9,070. For 1970-71, the budget is $9,000. In 1969, $8,100 was utilized for the Physical Studies, Population and Housing Analysis and Sketch Plan prepared by Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. Other organizations involved in the planning process include the Chamber of Commerce, Citizens Committee, Optimists and VFW. 8. List the number of professional staff personnel participating in the process, and the professional skills involved. The code enforcement personnel are listed on page 4 above. Other personal involved include the Administrative Assistant, the City Engineer and the City Attorney. HUD -1081 (11-68) 9. Describe the role of the chief executive and city council in formulating the objectives, priorities and bud- gets of the planning process in the last period, and what role they will have in the next period, if different. The Administrative Assistant prepares the Planning Commission budget based on recom- mendations from the Commission and his familarity with their work. The planning budget is then submitted to the City Council as part of the annual City budget, for their review, discussion and approval. 10. Describe the role of the major local agencies and organizations in developing the plans and action programs and in coordinating their implementation during the past period, and what role they will have in the next period, if different. The Planning Commission participated in the development of a sketch plan for the City and anticipate developing and updating the City's Comprehensive Plan during the next period, dependent upon 701 financing. The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is currently analyzing the need for elderly housing and expects to submit an application for elderly housing immediately upon certification. -9 HUD -1081 (11-68) HOUSING AND RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS. This element contains requirements with respect to both the community's need for housing and the need for effective relocation programs, which are treated separately below. HOUSING Identify and analyze the gap ai able to meet th need,community's and deve op and impleme t a mean ng - REQ IU REMENTS. needs and the resources av fui action program to help overcome the gap. 1. On the basis of presently available information and locally determined standards, provide an estimate of the number of low- and moderate -income families pandce, and the num- avly living in ailable at Prices ora rentals suchard famby ilies an afford to ber of standard housing units presently vacan pay. pidated by the In 1960, 3.0% of alldwelling units, or b2 units cted in June ofre classified a1969anindicated that the U.S. Census of Housing. A land use survey con 630 dwelling units, 79 may 1960 percentage of 3.0% was still valid. Therefore, , 65 of these units are occupied be classified as substandard or dilapidated. Approximately and it is assumed that all of these occupants are of low or moderate income. None of these families are members of a minority group. Information currently available suggests, but does not confirm, the fact that there are very few dwelling units available at a price these families could ld afford. t Since d in s eioy c the enppersons Involved are elderly, it is anticipated that they housing as it becomes available. 2. Describe how the above estimate was made, and what plans the community has to develop on a continuing l►asis an accurate inventory of low- and moderate -income housing needs and resources. See 1 above. -10- HUD -1081 (11.68) 3. Describe in quantifiable terms to the extent possible, the community's targets for accomplishment, and the specific steps and actions it intends to take in the next certification period to expand the supply of low - and moderate -income housing. (Such description should include identification of the specific Federal or other aid programs to be used, the sponsorship of the proposed programs, status of financial commitments for the projects, and estimated dates for initiation and completion of construction or rehabilitation.) Generally, it is the City's goal to insure adequate housing for all City residents. Recognizing that this cannot be achieved during the 2 years, the City will be engaged in the following activities as a first step toward adequate housing for all: - Application for senior citizens housing with the exact number of units to be determined. - The LPA will initiate a study to determine specific needs for other types of low and moderate income housing. - Several local churches and service clubs are investigating the possibility of using 221 (d) (3), 235 and 236 financing as a means of expanding the housing supply. C Describe the steps taken and the accomplishments made during the last period with respect to expanding the supply of housing for low- and moderate -income families. Not Applicable - As the Community was not Certified, access to Federal Funds for Public and other Subsidized Housing was not available. 5. Identify the public agency or official responsible for ow-rall direction in formulating and implementing the housing program, and describe the relationship of such agencY of official to the chief executive of the community. Hutchinson Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Members of the LPA are appointed by the Mayor. -It- M-6190-66-Y ft HUD -1 b8l (11 �6fi) G. Describe the plans of such agency or official for mobilizing all available public and private resources in order to help overcome the housing gap in the community. Because the LPA was organized only last August, detailed plans and strategies have not yet been developed. It is anticipated that this will be a high priority item for the LPA, consideration during the certification period. RELOCATION The development of a centrally -administered or coordinated relocation program for all families REQUIREMENTS. and individuals displaced by governmental action in the community; the provision of a suffi- cient volume of decent, safe and sanitary housing within the means of such displacees in appropriate unit sizes; and, the provision of services to such displacees comparable to those under the urban renewal program. 1. With respect to agencies having responsibilities for relocation in the community, give the following informa- tion; a. The name of the local agency administering the relocation program under urban renewal, including the determination of rehousing needs, developing plans to meet such needs and providing relocation assist- ance. Not Applicable - No Urban Renewal Projects are underway or contemplated in the near future. If Urban Renewal is undertaken, the agency will be the Hutchinson Housing and Redevelopment Authority. b. The name of the local agency administering the relocation program for those displaced by other govern- mental action, including the determination of rehousing needs, developing plans to meet such needs and providing relocation assistance. Hutchinson Housing and Redevelopment Authority - 12- HUD -1091 (11.68) c. If the answers to a. and b. above indicate different agencies, describe in detail how their respective responsibilities are coordinated as to need determinations, program planning and the provision of reloca- tion assistance. Not Applicable d. Describe in detail what steps or actions the community proposes to take in the next period to review, evaluate and improve coordination among the agencies mentioned in c. above. Not Applicable 2. If the community has displaced families or businesses from HUD -assisted projects and/or other governmental action programs during the preceding two-year period ending give the following information: oat a ear • Identify as to Spanish-American, Negro, American Indian and Oriental groups. «* Housing which is not in conformity with codes in effect in the community. 13 OF TOTAL IN COLUMNS A + B, NUMBER OF NUMBER OF LIST NUMBER OF FAMILIES RELOCATED .TYPE OF FAMILIES DISPLACED BUSINESSES IN SUG-STANDARD (A) (B) IN STANDARD HOUSING HOUSING 0OVERNM9NTAL ACTION MINORITY) MINORIT DISPLACED RELOCATED (NON- MINORI-WHITY) MINORITY GROUPS ( N- Y) MINORIT GROUPS WHITE GROUPS F1E HUD -assisted Projects. Code Enforcement.... 3 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 Highway Construction . Other (Identify) .... . Total....... 3 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 • Identify as to Spanish-American, Negro, American Indian and Oriental groups. «* Housing which is not in conformity with codes in effect in the community. 13 HtJO-iosl (11.66) 3, Described the kinds of relocation services being provided by the community to persons and businesses being displaced, (e.g.inspection of housing available for relocation, interviewing and counseling of persons being displaced, system for handling relocation payments, establishment of housing and other referral services), and give the amount of funds available to provide the services. No relocation services are currently available as the LPA was formed in August, 1969, and has not, as yet, formally developed relocation procedures or Budget. These items will be submitted to the Regional Office as they are developed. 4. if the community will displace families and businesses from HUD -assisted projects and/or by other Govern- mental action programs diming the coming two -you period, give the following information: TYPE Of GOVERNMENTAL ACTION TOTAL NUMBER OF FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES TO BE DISPLACED (NON-MINORITY)MINORITY WHITE GROUPSe BUSINESSES HUD -assisted Projects ...... 0 0 0 0 Code Enforcement ......... 14 14 0 0 Highway Construction ....... 0 0 0 0 Other (Identify) ........... 3 3 0 0 Identity as to Spanish-American. Negro, American Indian and Oriental groups, and give estimstss of proportions, wherever possible. -14- P I HUD -1081 (t t .eat dar 5, For the number of families shown in 4 above, indicate their income brac for such famklies displaced during thets and the number of at period• housing units, both new and existing, that will be available Identify the sources of data . This information has not yet been obtained, as thectures to be removed have not standard housing at a price thedisplacees en identified. The LPA will make every effort to provide can afford. The information requested will be forwarded to the Regional Office as it becomes available. a. For all new housing to be available to is lacedfes as indicated a number of units for homeowneship or rental, projdisestimated ted s�fa federallyAssisted programs, the project number if assigned. This information is not yet available for projected code enforcement activities and park t acquisitions. It will be forwarded to the Regional Office as it becomes available, HUD -1081 t11 -aa) 6. If the community will displace single persons by HUD -assisted projects and/or other governmental action during the following two-year period, give the following information: the number to be displaced•; their.race, the income levels of those to be displaced, the type of housing resources to be available (e-g-'roomin'g and boarding houses, residential hotels, housing and homes for the elderly, other). This information is not yet available. Currently, there is considerable interest in the City for construction of Section 202 Elderly Housing. It is anticipated that, assuming The City is certified, this course of action will be further persued. 7. What are the current vacancy rates in the community for the inventory of standard low- and moderate -income housing units, by number of bedrooms and rents or monthly housing expenses? How were the rates deter- mined? This information is not available as of the submission date of this application, it is anticipated that this data wil I be gathered by the LPA during the certification period. and will be forwarded to the Regional Office as it becomes available. -16- 11 HU D,1081 (11-68) ' thly housing expenses and number 8. if the vacancy rate of standard units (in the groups where the rent or mon of bedrooms required by persons being eeP�o�) ne basis unitstobe removed from thathen describe t supply by any BUD- -year intends to take to replace on a o assisted programs during the next two period. (Such description should include identification oft e specific Federal or other aid programs to be used, the sponsorship of the pro}ects, status of financial com- mitments for the projects, and estimated dates for initiation and completion of construction.) in The most recent information on vacanies available ole is that in all wed ingthe 1960 units inthe census of Housing. This showed a vacancy a City. It is the City's intention to request the Postal biDed with conrelatto ove studies bycy com survey in the City. The results of this survey, c the LPA, will determine the steps needed to maintain a 3% vacancy rate in the City. -17- i 11 HUD-iob1 CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT REQUIREMENT. The Workable Program requires clear evidence that the community provides and continues to expand, opportunities for citizens, especially those who are poor and members of minority groups, to participate in all phases of the related HUD -assisted renewal and heusing'pro- graw. The particular organizational means for community involvement is left to the discre- tion of each community, but the community must demonstrate in its Workable Progrim submis- sion that it provides clear and direct access to decision making, relevant and timely informa- tion, and necessary technical assistance to participating groups and individuals in programs covered. 1. (a) Identify the groups participating in the HUD -assisted programs related to the Workable Program and in the community's program to expand the supply of low- and moderate -income housing. Not Applicable - The community is not participating in any HUD - assisted Programs Related to the Workabl a Probram at present. See the exhibit appended to this submission entitled Citizen Involvement,. (b) Describe the type of groups (e.g. civic, neighborhood, housing) that are participating, and the constit- uency represented (e.g. poor, middle-class, Negro, public housing residents). Not applicable — See (a) above -18- . (c) Describe what particular HM -assisted prograag and projects such groups are participating in None - The Community is not yet certified for Workable Program - related activities. (d) Describe efforts to achieve coordination among citizen participation structures located to the same area or having similar program interests. None - See'(a) and (c) above P -19- NtiD-IOYi (1168) 1 2. Describe the arrangements or working relationships set up to provide groups and individuals opportunities for access to and participation in decision-making in the applicable HUD -assisted programs. None — See 1. (a), (b) and (c) above 3. Describe the steps which have been taken in regard to the applicable programs to provide participating groups and individuals sufficient information and technical assistance. None — See 2. above 4. Describe the nature and range of issues relating to the applicable programs with which participating groups and individuals have dealt; the recommendations subsequently made; and the specific results and accom- plishments of the participation. None — See 3. above -20 41 - U, S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1966 O - 367-649 I CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT Due to the fact that the City of Hutchinson has not been certified for Workable Program -related activities, no formalized citizens participation structure has been developed. However, there has been considerable citizen interest and a degree of involvement in the formulation of community plans and proposals relative to activities for which the Workable Program is a prerequisite. Local churches, service clubs and organizations have expressed a desire to aid in whatever way they can, the activities proposed in this submission. The Senior Citizens Club volunteered to conduct the survey of population and housing, the results of which form the basis for many of the proposals and action programs out- lined previously in this submission. Steps are currently being taken to form a Citizens Advisory Committee whose function will be to review proposed plans, formulate their own action program for recommendation to the City and recommend action priorities. It is intended that this committee be composed of a representative cross-section of City residents in the hope that they will then be speaking for the large majority of citizens when they make their recommendations. As the composition of the Citizens Advisory Committee is established, this will be forwarded to the Regional Office along with a summary of their activities and recommendat- ions. HUTCHINSON POPULATION AND HOUSING ANALYSIS November 1969 Midwest Planning & Research TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE IMPLICATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS PAGE NUMBER SECTION I POPULATION ANALYSIS - INTRODUCTION 3 CHARACTERISTICS OF POPULATION 4 Age -Sex Structure 4 Length of Residence 6 Income Levels 8 Education Levels 10 Occupation and Employment 11 POPULATION PROJECTIONS 13 SECTION II HOUSING ANALYSIS 16 INTRODUCTION 16 CONDITION OF HOUSING 16 PROBLEMS 18 OBSTACLES 21 Discussion - Single Family Housing 21 Discussion - Apartments 22 OBJECTIVES 23 PLANNING ACTIONS 23 IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS 24 APPENDIX SURVEY 25 IMPLICATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS 1) During the lost 20 years the group which ranges in age from 5-24 years of age has consistently increased its proportion of the total population, while the share of population under 5 years old has decreased. The group between 5 and 24 constitutes over 30% of the population, presently, but over the next several years the percentage will fall, lessening the demand for increased school faci- lities. People in the over 65 group have increased their share of the total popu- lation from 13.4 in 1950 to 14.8% in 1960. Although the percentage of the population has stayed fairly constant, the absolute number of elderly people over 65 has increased and continuation of this growth in absolute numbers fore- shadows the meed for elderly care facilities and housing. 2) Mobility will continue to be a characteristic of the population. Consequently, general characteristics must be enumerated and plans made for a community whose population will be constantly changing. 3) The occupational pattern in the city has been changing over.timeto include more professional and technical personnel, as well as more operatives, reflecting the growth of commerce and industry, particularly the 3M company. A further ex- pansion of job opportunities in commercial and industrial fields will be necessary to absorb the population under 24 who wi I I be entering the job market during the next two decades. 4) Educational levels in Hutchinson are equivalent to the state average and must continue at that level. With the shift to industrial and commercial activities and continuing occupational sophistication, quality education is necessary to provide the required work force. 5) Over the next 10 to 15 years, population will continue to expand and this growth will require additional community services and employment opportunities. Care must be taken to control growth in such a way that it does not create incompatible land uses and will provide an adequate tax base. 6) There are areas in Hutchinson where the condition of housing is not entirely satis- factory. Efforts must be planned and implemented immediately to upgrade these areas and limit the spread of substandard housing. 7) The high cost of housing creates difficulties for many citizens of Hutchinson. Sufficient space is not available to young families at a cost that they can afford. Since growth and expansion of industry depends on the increase of the young family population, it will be necessary to make available reasonably priced hous- ing attractive to young residents. 8) Under present construction methods, it is virtually impossible to build housing of adequate size, yet in the range that most people in Hutchinson can afford. Therefore, it is necessary to investigate alternative, cheaper types of housing, enlist government support an4/or encourage industry which will increase in- comes. -2- POPULATION ANALYSIS I NTRODUCTIO N Development of a successful comprehensive plan requires a thorough knowledge of population and its characteristics. Both number and distribution influence land use. Projection of population growth and its concentrations will help determine future land use needs. Characteristics such as age, stability, income levels, education, and occupation and employment also shape planning goals. -3- CHARACTERISTICS OF POPULATION Age -Sex Structure The age -sex diagram (Diagram 1) indicates the precentage of total population in each age category in 1950, 1960 and 1969. The figures for 1969 were developed from a sur- vey done by Midwest Planning & Research and should not be considered to have the statistical validity of a census, Observation about the age -sex structure as seen in Table 1 include: 1. The 1969 figures show an increasing proportion of people in the 5-24 range and a decreasing number between 0-5 reflecting a nationwide trend toward- a de- creasing birthrate. 2. The groups in the 25-44 age brackets have maintained a stable percentage of the total population while those between 45 and 64 have decreased, _particu- larly between 1950 and 1960. 3. The group over 65 has maintained a fairly stable percentage of the population since 1950. 4. The general picture that emerges is that of an older stable population. There is little prospect of drastic changes in the proportions of any age group unless outside factors such as new employment opportunities affect the age structure. The construction of anewcollege will influence the age structure by causing an influx of people between 18 and 25. TABLE 1 AGE -SEX STRUCTURE 1950-1960-1969 Age Group 1950 1960 1969 Number % Number % % 0-4 489 10.4 627 10.1 7.7 5-24 1181 25.2 1888 30.4 36.0 25-44 1241 26.5 1539 24.8 22.5 45-64 1149 24.5 1232 19.9 19.1 65 & Over 630 13.4 921 14.8 14.7 Total 4690 100.0 6207 100.0 100.0 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1960 * Survey - Midwest Planning & Research, September 1969` -4- DIAGRAM I AGE - SEX PYRAMIDS 1969 MALES I I I I I I 70+ 65-69 60-64 55-59 .......................................... 50-54 45-49 40-44 35-39 . ................................................. 30-34 25-29 20-24 ............................... 15-19 10-14 5- 9 . ................ nder s� f i I 6 5 4 3 2 1 Percent of Total Surveyed FEMALES I I I I I I Retirement ages ........................................... Mature labor force .................................................................... Young labor force ......................................................... Schaaf age children ........................................................ Pre-school children I I I 1 2 3 4 5 6 Length of Residence Diagram 2 and Table 2 indicate the stability of the population in Hutchinson rela- tive to McLeod County and the State of Minnesota. The Hutchinson graph shows a shape similar to those in both the county and the state, 41.6% of owner occupied housing was occupied between 1954-1960 in Hutchinson and the county and state percentages were 32.8% and 41.4% respectively. A total of 87.7% of Hutchinson renters had moved into their present apartment within the previous five years while only 68.1% of county and 76.1% of state renter population had moved that recently. Thus,Hutchinson has a more mobile population than the county but one which is quite, similar to the state pattern. TABLE 2 Moved In LENGTH OF RESIDENCE OWNER OCCUPIED Hutchinson McLe&d ' Minnesota 1960 RENTER OCCUPIED Hutchinson McLeod Minnesota 1958,59- 958,59- ,60 60 253 625 128,142 283 1055 147,007 1954-57 363 751 168,284 188- 471 63,693 1940-53 611 1834 263,835 58 517 49,071 1939 & Before 253 976 154,699 8 195 17,250 Total 1480 4186 1 714,960 537 2238 277,021 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Housing 1960 so Hutchinson MCloud DIAGRAM 2 LENGTH OF RESIDENCE BY PERCENTAGE OF POPULATION Years 1958-60 1954-57 1940-53 1939 & before 1958-60 1954-57 1940-53 1939 & before Minnesota 1958-60 1954-57 1940-53 1939 & before Owner Occupied Percent 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 s Renter Occupied Percent 0 10 20 30 40 ' 50 60 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Housing, 1960 TABLE 3 RESIDENCE IN 1955 McLEOD Population - 5 years old and over 1960--------------------------------21,803 Same House as in 1960-----------------------------------------------13,917 Different House in U.S.--------------------------------------------- 7,769 Samecounty--------------------------------------------------- 4,470 Different county------------------------------------------------ 3,299 Samestate ---------------------------------------------------- 2,591 Differentstate ------------------------------------------------ 708 Abroad------------------------------------------------------------ 81 Moved, Residence in 1955 not reported -------------------------------- 36 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population, 1960 The above guides bear out the assumption of a mobile population. Over one-third of the population changed residence in the last five years. Of the 7,769 people who changed residences from 1955 to 1960, 3,299 were from a different county. Of these 2,591 were from other parts of the state and the rest from different states or countries. It is necessary and feasible to provide adequate housing for a changing population. Data in this report wi II suggest the levels and structure of future population and there- fore indicate the kinds and amount of housing which must be made available. Income Levels Table 4 indicates the income levels in McLeod County and in Minnesota. While the state has an average income per household at $9,599, the county average is $7,872. Over 40% of the households in the county have incomes under $5,000 and only 31.4% of those in the state have incomes in that range. TABLE 4 EFFECTIVE BUYING INCOME LEVELS 1968 Income Range Percentage of Household within Income Range McLeod Count Minnesota $0-$2,999.00 25.2% - 18.7% $3,000-4,999.00 16.1% 12.7% 51000-7,999.00 25.6% 23.9% 8,000-9,999.00 12.9% 16.0% 10,000 & over 20.2% 28.7% Average Household Income $7,872.00 $9,599.00 SOURCE: Sales Management "Survey of Buying Power" 1969 In Diagram 3, the responses to the recent survey are displayed. The greatest number (122) of families had incomes below $3,000. l=ightly of these were retired people. The next largest group (162) fell into the $5,000 -$7,000 000 range . The median income for all respondents was between $5,000 -and $7,000 below the 1968 Sales Management estimate of $7,972 for McLeod County. When retirees are excluded from survey re- sponses, the median income , is found to be between $7,000 and $9,000. DIAGRAM 3 NUMBER OF FAMILIES BY INCOME LEVELS All Respondents 120 122 Excluding Retired People 1 1 1 1 1i + 0 0 0 0 CD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 g C 0 0 C 0 o co In n U Cl) to n O� Dollars Dollars SOURCE: Survey, Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. 1969 Historically, money income in Hutchinson has been higher than in the county as a whole. Ilf this trend has continued, it can be concluded that the average income in the city of Hutchinson is over $7,872.00 (the county average) and that our Sur- vey sample is skewed to the low side. S'a Educatidn Levels Income levels generally reflect education levels. The state of Minnesota had in 1960 a median education level of 10.8 years, McLeod County an average of 8.8 and Hutchinson 10.7. Average income figures for the state and county are con- sistent with the expectations. The county figures are approximately $1700 per house- hold below the state mean. It could be expected that Hutchinson itself with a median education level of 10.7 years has an average income figure closer to the state average than the county. Table 5 shows the distribution of education levels in Hutchinson, McLeod County and the state of Minnesota. Hutchinson and Minnesota have similar patterns with the city having a somewhat larger percentage of people with only a grade school education and the state of Minnesota a larger college graduate percentage. TABLE 5 EDUCATION LEVELS 1960 Level of Education County Population Over 25 Years Old Hutchinson Number % McLeod Number % Minnesota Number % None 8 .2 _ 67 .5 715 .8 Grade School (1-8 yrs.) 1555 42.1 7850 56.4 .30, 1,472,362 40.1 High School (9-12 yrs.) 1541 41.8 4439 31.8 1,510,170`41.2 - College 586 15.9 1572 T 1.�, 656,123 17.9 Total 3690 139,28 3,669,370 Median Years 10.7 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1960 The recent survey done in Hutchinson resulted in the following statistics: TABLE 6 EDUCATION LEVELS 1969 Head of Household Number Percent Under 9 years 112 27.1 High School (9-12 Years) 247 59.8 College ( 1 or more) 54 13.1 Total 413 SOURCE: Survey - Midwest Planning & Research 1969 no The percentage of respondents with some high school credit was 59.8 as opposed to 41.8% in the 1960 census. Those with some college credit amounted to 13. 1% as contrasted with 1960 census figure of 15.9%. Occ,upat-ion an,d Employment The occupational structure of the city and county population is shown in Table 7 and 8, TABLE 7 MAJOR -OCCUPATION GROUP - HUTCHINSON 1950 1960 % of % of Male Female Total - Total Male Female Total Total Professional Technology and Kindred 90 94 184 9.8 166 140 306 12.7 Farm & Farm Managers 21 1 22 1.2 32 --- 32 1.3 Managers, Officials and Proprietors, excluding Farm 226 26 252 13.5 226 48 274 •11.4 Clerical & Kindred 64 108 172 9.2 87 181 268 11.2 Sales 111 79 190 10.1 137 107 244 10.2 Craftsmen, Foremen and Kindred 308 7 315 16.8 340 4 344 14.3 Operatives & Kindred 198 132 330 17.6 377 185 562 23.4 Private Household 3 46 49 2.6 4 65 69 2.9 Service Workers 65 110 175 9.3 35 -132 167 6.9 Farm Laborers & Foremen 26 5 31 1.7 28 --- 28 1.2 Laborers, excluding Farm & Mine 130 3 133 7.1 63 7 70 2.9 Occupation Not Reported 17 3 20 1.1 16 23 39 1.6 Totals 1259 614 1873 100.0 1511 892 2403 100.0 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1950, 1960 TABLE 8 OCCUPATION AND EMPLOYMENT McLEOD COUNTY 2) The structure in Hutchinson is considerably different than the county. Farmers and Farm Managers make up 23.1% of total county employment and only 1.3% of Hutchinson employment. Operatives include approximately one-fourth of Hutchinson employment and 1510 of the county's. -12- 1950 1960 ' % of % of Male Female Total Total Male Female Total Total Professional Technology and Kindred 245 247 .492 6.3 409 315 724 7.5 Farmers and Farm Mgrs. 2406 31 2437 31.3 2031 206 2237 23.1 Managers, Officials & Proprietors, excluding Farm 616 83 699 9.0 608 102 710 7.4 Clerical & Kindred 143 268 411 5.3 197 486 683 7.1 Sales Workers 294 178 472 6.1 364 246 610 6.3 Craftsmen, Foremen & Kindred 753 20 773 10.0 976 8 984 10.2 Operatives & Kindred 623 271 894 11.5 967 450 1417 14.8 Private Household Workers 4 121 125 1.6 4 184 188 1.9 Service Workers, exclud- - ing Private Household 187 269 456 5.9 144 468 612 6.3, Farm Laborers & Foremen589 30 619 8.0 623 399 1022 10.6 Laborers, excluding Farm & Mine 292 9 301 3.9 224 7 231 2.4 Occupation Not Reported 65 24 89 1.1 99 130 229 2.4 Total 6217 1551 7768 100.0 6646 3001 9647 100.0 SOURCE: U.S Census of Population 1950- 1960 Observations include: 1) The proportions of professional, technical and kindred workers and operatives in Hutchinson rose considerably between 1950 and 1960, while the percentage of service workersand laborers has fallen, thus illustrating a changing industrial and commercial pattern. 2) The structure in Hutchinson is considerably different than the county. Farmers and Farm Managers make up 23.1% of total county employment and only 1.3% of Hutchinson employment. Operatives include approximately one-fourth of Hutchinson employment and 1510 of the county's. -12- POPULATION PROJECTIONS Since 1940, Hutchinson population has grown from 3887 to 6207 in 1960. Between 1940 and 1950, it grew 'at a rate of 20.7% and between 1950 and 1960 by 32.3%. Although in 1940 Hutchinson included only 18.2% of total county population, in 1950 it had 21 . 1% and in 1960,25.4%. Hutchinson has been absorbing some of the McLeod population and thus growing faster than the county itself. With these facts in mind, several approaches to forecasting population can be taken. A. Hutchinson grew at a rate of 32.3% between 1950 and 1960. Assuming that this growth rate continues, Hutchinson population will be: 1970 Hutchinson 8212 1980 10,864 1985 12,624 B. Between 1950 and 1960, Hutchinson increased from 21 . 1% to 25.4% of the county population. Assuming that iri each decade H'utainson wi11 decrease its share of county population by 4.3% (25.40/o-21 .1%) will result in the following estimates. 1970 1980 1985 Mc Leod7� , 9(50 * W, 002* 1, 201 Hutchinson "s Share of Population 8,286 10,201 11,261 * Minnesota Department of Health estimates C. An alternative method of forecasting is to extrapolate housing unit growth. Since 1960, dwelling units have increased at an average of 71.5 units per year. -13- TABLE 9 Year Additional Units •.E 1961 71 1962 28 1963 63 1964 42 1965 41 1966 61 1967 69 1968 103 1969 - June 22 SOURCE: Federal Reserve Housing Unit Bulletins Total Number of Units 2080 2151 2229 2292 2334 2375 2436 2505 2608 2630 The recent survey indicates an average of 3.0 persons per units. Extrapolation of this and the past building trend results in the following projection: 1970 1980 1985 Hutchinson Population 8,200 10,345 11,418 SUMMARY OF PROJECTIONS TABLE 10 1970 1980 1985 Approach A 8212 10,864 12,624 Approach B 8286 10,201 11,261 Approach C 8200 10,345 11,418 From inspection, it can be seen that A, B and C are reasonably consistent and indicate that population will range from 8200 to 8286 in 19701 10,200 to 10,864 in 1980 and 11,261 to 12,624 in 1985. =14- 3) Hutchinson employment has grown from 1873 in 1950 to 2403 in 1960; a growth of approximately one-third. County employment grew from 7768 to 9647; an increase of 24%. Employment is shifting from the rural areas to the city. -15- HOUSING ANALYSIS INTRODUCTION Housing, one of the major elements of a community's developments, normallyre- presents 30% to 50% of the developed land area. Residential areas have importance as the immediate personal environment of the community's population, major consumers of a community's services, and as a source of tax revenue. Another characteristic of housing is that its direction and growth patterns can be regulated through community regulation such as zoning laws, building and housing codes and subdivision regulations. Housing, population and economic analysis provide the information necessary for formulating community plans. Expected populations and housing requirements will determine the community's needs for sewer and water service, streets, and other public services. With knowledge of population, housing trends and characteristics, and the quality of present housing, programs can be developed which will provide adequate, attractive housing for the future. CONDITION OF HOUSING Table 11 indicates the condition of housing in Hutchinson, McLeod County and the State of Minnesota in 1960. Hutchinson compares favorably with both the county and the State. TABLE 11 Condition Hutchinson Percent McLeod Percent Minnesota Percent Sound 1,803 86.7 6,413 86.1 933,161 83.5 Deteriorating 215 10.3 813 10.9 143,815 12.9 Dilapidated 62 3.0 225 3.0 39,957 3.6 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population - 1960 A recent land use survey, done by Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. indicates that the 1960 distribution is still fairly representative of the situation. The accompanying map shows the acres in which dilapidated and deteriorating housing is concentrated. Area A includes 15 houses obviously substandard and on internal inspection more would probably be revealed. Upgrading the area will require some clearance, substantial rehabilitation and strict code enforcement. Areas B and C, including older larger homes, are showing some signs of deterioration and conversions from single family to 2, 3 or 4 unit dwellings. Improvement of the area will require rehabilitation and housing code enforcement. Area D reveals a lack of maintenance and will require limited clearance, rehabili- tation and strict code enforcement. -16- city of HUTCHINSON AREAS IN NEED MINNESOTA OF ATTENTION _,.. ..o.. PROBLEMS The survey done by Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. indicates that over half of the respondents believe there are housing problems in Hutchinson. Only those groups with incomes greater than.$3,000 and less than,$15,000 have a majority of respondents answer that there i's a problem. The majority of each extreme group feel there was no problem. Overall; there - 'is no significant trend. Each group is fairly evenly divided between those who feel there is a problem and those who feel there is not. TABLE 12 Are There Any Major Difficulties in Finding Housing in Hutchinson? Family Income No Yes $ 0- 3,000 54 51 3,000- 5,000 20 22 5,000- 7,000 25 30 7,000- 9,000 22 26 9,000- 11,000 18 22 11,000- 15,000 9 16 15,000+ 14 9 No Income Shown 41 31 SOURCE: Survey, Midwest Planning and Research, September, 1969 The most frequent comment made about housing in Hutchinson was that rent is high. Other statements of problems included the general lack of housing, the smallness and expense of apartments which were unsuitable or too costly for families with ch i ldren, few homes for. -rent;, and houses -that are too expensive . Thus, most of the comments revolved around the lack of housing and the expense of it. Occasional comments were made about the difficulty in financing a home and the problems of young single people and families with children in finding landlords who will rent to them. The survey indicates that 166 of the respondents owning housing feel there is no problem, while 144 feel there is. In contrast, 36 of the renters state there is no problem and 69 believe there is. Although the housing situation has serious short- comings for both owners and renters, it is even more serious for renters. no TABLE 13 Are There Mai or Difficulties in Finding Housing in Hutchinson? No Yes Owners 166 144 Renters 36 69 SOURCE: Midwest Planning and Research, Inc., September, 1969 Cross referencing the answers to the questions about whether or not there are housing problems with the questions about monthly housing cost, again indicates no specific trend (Table 14). Over half of the people paying $50-75 per month, $75-100 per - month, $125-150 per month and over $150 per month, feel that housing is a problem. Only in the -case of the groups $50-75 per month and $150 and over is the differential in answers significant. In both cases, one and one-half times as many people said there is a problem as said there was not. TABLE 14 DO YOU CONSIDER YOUR HOUSING UNIT ADEQUATE FOR YOUR NEEDS? Percent Monthly Housing Cost No Yes No Yes Less than 50 41 36 53.2 46.8 50- 75 23 36 39.0 61.0 75- 100 21 23 47.7 52.3 100- 125 34 28 54.8 45.2 125- 150 25 29 46.3 53.7 150+ 20 32 38.5 61.5 SOURCE: Midwest Planning and Research, Inc., September, 1969 Significantly, 90 percent of the people answered that their housing was adequate for their needs. Forty-nine respondents indicated that more bedrooms, appliances, larger rooms, better location or other amenities would make their living quarters more satisfactory, but only 24 were willing to pay more for these items. Thus, we are led to the conclusion that... the citizens of Hutchinson feel that the cost of housing is too high, but that they are not specifically dissatisfied with present accommodations. Other conclusions include: -19- ..... Renters find the situation more difficult than owners. ..... Housing problems have been or are experienced over the whole range of income and housing cost levels with no significant trend in either. ..... There is a specific problem with young families finding adequate, reasonably priced housing. ..... Financing is a difficulty for some persons wishing to buy homes. ..... People have difficulty in locating both rental housing and homes to purchase. Several realty agencies were contacted to corroborate the above statements of problems. Their general consensus was: ..... There is a lack of housing for the average working man and young families - homes costing under $21,000. ..... Few new homes are being built and those that are built cost over $23,000 - $25,000 putting them out of the price range of most citizens of Hutchinson. ..... High interest rates and requirements for large down payments make a home purchase prohibitive to many people. - ..... Elderly people interested in two bedroom homes in the $16,000 to $18,000 range, have difficulty in finding them. ..... Many apartments do not allow children. ..... Few houses are available for rent. ..... Not enough apartments are available. Thus, the realtors comments supplement and complement the results of the survey. -20- OBSTACLES The problems revolve around, the lack of moderate priced housing, both apartment and single family, meeting the need of young families, a lack of housing for the elderly and financial constraints. To meet the demands, moderately priced housing must be built, but certain obstacles stand in the way of this. 1. Present tight credit has restricted construction of housing units as witnessed by the fact that through June of 1969 only 22 housing units have been built while during the first six month of 1968, 51 units were built and throughout the year 103 units were constructed. 2. Existing construction methods result in average expenditures of $ 13.00/square foot for apartments and $20.00/square foot for single family housing. This in turn necessitates rentals of over $125.00/month and single family housing in the range over $20,000. Discussion - Single Family Housing In 1968, McLeod County had an income distribution as follows: TABLE 15 EFFECTIVE BUYING INCOME McLeod County, 1968 Group Percent of Households A 0-21999 25.2 B 3,000-4 ' 999 16.1 C 5,000 - 61999 25.6 D 7,000 - 9,999 12.9 E 10,000 and Over 20.2 SOURCE: Sales Management "Survey of Buying Power" 1969 Applying the rule of thumb that approximately three times disposable income can be spent on a home, indicates group A could spend a maximum of $9,000 for a home, group B could spend a maximum of $15,000, group C an average of $18,000 (using $6,000 as the average income of the group), group D an average of $25,500 and group E $30,000 or more. -21- TABLE 16 AMOUNT WHICH COULD BE SPENT ON A HOME Thus, for 41.3% of the households, $15,000 is the maximum which could be spent on a home. Twenty-five point six could spend $15,000 to $21,000, 12.9 between $21,000 and $30,000 and the rest (20.2) over $30,000. Contractors in Hutchinson estimate construction costs at $20.00/square foot, including land cost. The homes they have built in the last year have ranged from $20,000 and up. To build at less than $20,000 would require a home of less than 1,000 square feet. For most of the population, approximately two thirds, new housing costs more than they can afford. Without development of new cheaper means of construction or use of present mobile or prefabricated housing, most people in Hutchinson will not be able to own an individual home. Discussion - Apartments A similar argument can be developed for apartment rentals. The rule of thumb would indicate that 25% of disposable income can be allocated to rent. Table 17 shows that approximately two thirds of the people could not afford over $146 per month rent. Discussions with realtors indicate that the average price for a two bedroom apartment is $135 to $160, effectively out of the range of most people. TABLE 17 Amount which Percent of Could be Spent Household Minimum Average Maximum A 25.2 ------ $ 4,500 $ 9,000 B 16.1 $ 9,000 12,000 15,000 C 25.6 15,000 18,000 21,000 D 12.9 21,000 25,500 30,000 E 20.2 30,000 ------ More than E 10,000 & Over 20.2 208 --- 30,000 Thus, for 41.3% of the households, $15,000 is the maximum which could be spent on a home. Twenty-five point six could spend $15,000 to $21,000, 12.9 between $21,000 and $30,000 and the rest (20.2) over $30,000. Contractors in Hutchinson estimate construction costs at $20.00/square foot, including land cost. The homes they have built in the last year have ranged from $20,000 and up. To build at less than $20,000 would require a home of less than 1,000 square feet. For most of the population, approximately two thirds, new housing costs more than they can afford. Without development of new cheaper means of construction or use of present mobile or prefabricated housing, most people in Hutchinson will not be able to own an individual home. Discussion - Apartments A similar argument can be developed for apartment rentals. The rule of thumb would indicate that 25% of disposable income can be allocated to rent. Table 17 shows that approximately two thirds of the people could not afford over $146 per month rent. Discussions with realtors indicate that the average price for a two bedroom apartment is $135 to $160, effectively out of the range of most people. TABLE 17 Amount which Could be Spent Percent For a Home Household Minimum . Average Maximum A $ 0-2,999 25.2 --- $ 32 $ 63 B 3,000 - 4,999 16.1 $ 63 84 104 C 5,000 - 6,999 25.6 104 125 146 D 7,000 - 9,999 12.9 146 177 208 E 10,000 & Over 20.2 208 --- --- -22- OBJECTIVES Objectives involve meeting problems. In Hutchinson, this will require: 1 . Increased housing unit construction - over the 71.5 average of the 1960's with particular emphasis on low and moderate cost housing. 2. Construction of two-thirds of the units in the following ranges: Single Family Houses- Under $22,000 Apartments - Less than $145/month rent 3. Completion of some clearance activities in noted areas and encouraging main- tenance of housing and strict code enforcement. 4. Meet the demonstrated demand for housing for the elderly which currently exists. PLANNING ACTIONS In the last year, several actions have taken place to further understand housing prob- lems and initiate actions toward solution of the problems. .....An OEC) survey was taken to establish the income levels and housing needs of the elderly. ....Midwest Planning & Research did a study to find out what kind of housing problems are felt by the whole spectrum at Hutchinson residents. .....The Workable, Program for Community Improvement was submitted to es- tablish eligibility for various kinds of Federal funding. In the next year the following activities are planned. Each of these actions is a step toward meeting the objectives for housing. .....Determine specific need for low and moderate income housing and request unit reservation for elderly housing. .....Re -certify the Workable Program. This must be done at two year inter- vals. .....Prepare specific activity program and action plan for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. .....Identify possible sites for low and moderate income housing. -23- IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS In order to carry out the plans outlined before and meet the goals which have been set up, the following implementing actions will be taken: .....Apply for federal grant for elderly housing. .....Assist non-profit sponsors in provision of housing. .....Coordinate public and private efforts to provide housing. .....Institute a Code Compliance program and establish procedures for review and updating of Codes. .....Actively encourage the construction, on a,private basis, of more moderately priced housing. -24- HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA POPULATION AND HOUSING QUESTIONNAIRE POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS 29 Columns 4 15 1- 2 Number of Persons in Household 3.0 Average 3-6 Age By Sex 7 - Male Female 0-4 57 48 5 - 9 69 66 10- 14 69 72 15- 19 64 68 20- 24 37 45 25-29 43 46 30- 34 34 29 35- 39 32 47 40-44 45 29 45-49 37 41 50- 54 32 32 55- 59 28 35 60- 64 27 28 65- 69 2838 70+ b�_ 72 7- 8 Occupation of: Professional, Technical & kindred Managers, officials & proprietors Clerical and Kindred Sales Workers Farm and Farm Managers Craftsmen, foreman, & Kindred Operatives and Kindred Head of Household Spouse 55 29 55 4 15 21 17 5 7 - 53 94 Service Workers 32 Laborers 48 Other (Specify) 149 -25- 1 8 9 13 50 Columns 9 - 9 Where do you work? Hutchinson Elsewhere in McLeod Co. Other (Specify) 10 - 10 Family Income - 1968 (Check One) $ 0- 3,000 122 3,000- 5,000 58 5,000 - 7,000 62 _ 7,000- 9,000 � 3 9,000- 11,000 11,000 - 15,000 -3T- 15, 000+ 11 - 12 Have you changed your place of residence in the past: 5 Years? Yes 120 No 277 1 Year ? Yeses- No 46 13-13 If so, where did you I ive before? In Hutchinson 117 In McLeod County ---25— Elsewhere in Minnesota (Specify) 61- 14-15 Do you anticipate moving in the future? Yes 99 Within 1 year? Within 2 years? Within 5 years? Don't know No 114 24 — 9 16-16 How many of the following do you own? Cars 423 Trucks 5 Trailer or camper Boat Snowmobile !� -26- 308 -- 15 44 Columns 17- 17 Education of Head of Household: Grades Completed Under 6 10 6- 9 102 9- 12 75 High School Graduate 172 Number of Years College Completed 54 Degrees Granted: None 6 BA - BS 37 MA -MS 12 PH D 1 18- 19 Have you purchased any major household items in the past year, such as furniture or appliances? Yes 200 No 283 If so, where did you purchase them? Hutchinson 151 Elsewhere in McLeod County 10 Twin Cities 21 Other (Specify) 16 20-23 Where do you usually shop for the following? Drugs & Hardware Clothing Food Medicines Items Hutchinson 452 475 471 470 Glencoe 1 _ — 2 _ Elsewhere in McLeod County i _ _ 1 Minneapolis -St. Paul 27 2 4 -' 2 Other 1 4 2 ® 1 -27- HOUSING DATA Columns 24-24 Year Housing Unit Built 87 1900 or earlier 56 1900- 1920 50 1920- 1939 61 1940- 1949 90 1950- 1959 110 1960- 1969 25-25 Number of Bedrooms 58 One 139 Two 199 Three 71 Four 14 Five '2 _Six or More 26-26 Number of Years at this Address 76 Less than 1 72 1 -2 63 3-5 76 5- 10 194 10 or More 27-27 Type of Unit 28-28 Do you: 380 Single Family 37 Duplex 62 Apartment 3 Mobile Home 4 Other (Specify) 366 Own this Unit? 117 Rent this Unit? sq7..a Columns 29-29 30-30 31 - 31 32- 32 33-33 What is your monthly housing cost(not including utilities)? 98 Less than $ 50 70 $ 50 - 75 52 $75-100 69 $ 100 - 125 58 $ 125- 150 57 $ 150+ Renters - Include Rent Only Owners - Payment for Princi- pal, Interest, Taxes and Insurance Do you consider this unit adequate for your needs? 391 Yes 37 No If not, what would you need to make it satisfactory? 20 More Bedrooms Note to Interviewer: Do not 9 Larger Rooms state these choices. Check 2 More Appliances only if subject volunteers them. 2 Better Location 14 Lower rent or mortgage payments 16 Other (Specify) Would you be willing to pay more for any of these items? 24 Yes 111 No As far as you know, are there any major difficulties in finding a place to live in Hutchinson? 203 No 215 Yes (Specify) -29- What do you like about Hutchinson? * P. What do you dislike about Hutchinson ? * * Answers to these questions were given directly to city officials. -30- t HUTCHINSON POPULATION AND HOUSING ANALYSIS November 1969 Midwest Planning & Research TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE NUMBER IMPLICATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS SECTION I POPULATION ANALYSIS - INTRODUCTION 3 CHARACTERISTICS OF POPULATION 4 Age -Sex Structure 4 Length of Residence 6 Income Levels 8 Education Levels 10 Occupation and Employment 11 POPULATION PROJECTIONS 13 SECTION II HOUSING ANALYSIS 16 INTRODUCTION 16 CONDITION OF HOUSING 16 PROBLEMS 18 OBSTACLES 21 Discussion - Single Family Housing 21 Discussion - Apartments 22 OBJECTIVES 23 PLANNING ACTIONS 23 IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS 24 APPENDIX SURVEY 25 L IMPLICATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS 1) During the last 20 years the group which ranges in age from 5-24 years of age has consistently increased its proportion of the total population, while the share of population under 5, years old has decreased. The group between 5 and 24 constitutes over 30% of the population, presently, but over the next several years the percentage will fall, lessening the demand for increased school faci- lities. People in the over 65 group have increased their share of the total popu- lation from 1:3.4 in 1950 to 14.8% in 1960. Although the percentage of the population has stayed fairly constant, the absolute number of elderly people over 65 has increased and continuation of this growth in absolute numbers fore- shadows the need for elderly care facilities and housing. 2) Mobility will continue to be a characteristic of the population. Consequently, general characteristics must be enumerated and plans made for a community whose population will be constantly changing. 3) The occupational pattern in the city has been changing over time to include more professional and technical personnel, as well as more operatives, reflecting the growth of commerce and industry, particularly the 3M company. A further ex- pansion of job opportunities in commercial and industrial fields will be necessary to absorb the population under 24 who will be entering the job market during the next two decades. 4) Educational levels in Hutchinson are equivalent to the state average and must continue at that level. With the shift to industrial and commercial activities and continuing occupational sophistication, quality education is necessary to provide the required work force. 5) Over the next 10 to 15 years, population will continue to expand and this growth will require additional community services and employment opportunities. Care must be taken to control growth in such a way that it does not create incompatible land uses and will provide an adequate tax base. 6) There are areas in Hutchinson where the condition of housing is not entirely satis- factory. Efforts must be planned and implemented- immediately to upgrade these areas and limit the spread of substandard housing. 7) The high cost of housing creates difficulties for many citizens of Hutchinson. Sufficient space is not available to young families at a cost that they can afford. Since growth and expansion of industry depends on the increase of the young family population, it will be necessary to make available reasonably priced hous- ing attractive to young residents. J 8) Under present construction methods, it is virtually impossible to build housing of adequate size, yet in the range that most people in Hutchinson can afford. Therefore, it is necessary to investigate alternative, cheaper types of housing, enlist government support and/or encourage industry which will increase in- comes. -2- 011 POPULATION ANALYSIS INTRODUCTION Development of a successful comprehensive plan requires a thorough knowledge of population and its characteristics. Both number and distribution influence land use. Projection of population growth and its concentrations will help determine future land use needs. Characteristics such as age, stability, income levels, education, and occupation and employment also shape planning goals. -3- CHARACTERISTICS OF POPULATION Age -Sex Structure pri The age -sex diagram (Diagram 1) indicates the precentage of total population in each age category in 1950, 1960 and 1969. The figures for 1969 were developed from a sur- vey done by Midwest Planning & Research and should not be considered to have the statistical validity of a census, Observation about the age -sex structure as seen in Table 1 include: 1 . The 1969 figures show an increasing proportion of people in the 5-24 range and a decreasing number between 0-5 reflecting a nationwide trend toward- a de- creasing birthrate . 2. The groups in the 25-44 age brackets have maintained a stable percentage of the total population while tltiose between 45 and 64 have decreased, .particu- larly between 1950 and 1960. 3. The group over 65 has maintained a fairly stable percentage of the population since 1950. 4. The general picture that emerges is that of an older stable population. There is little prospect of drastic changes in the proportions of any age group unless outside factors such as new employment opportunities affect the age structure. The construction of onewcol lege will influence the age structure by causing an influx of people between 18 and 25. TABLE 1 AGE -SEX STRUCTURE 1950-1960-1969 Age Group 1950 1960 1969 Number % Number % % 0-4 489 10.4 627 10.1 7.7 5-24 1181 25.2 1888 30.4 36.0 25-44 1241 26.5 1539 24.8 22.5 45-64 1149 24.5 1232 19.9 19.1 65 & Over 630 13.4 921 14.8 14.7 Total 4690 100.0 6207 100.0 100.0 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1960 * Survey - Midwest Planning $ Research, September 1969' -4- 70+ 65-69 60-64 55-59 KPQ ........... 45-49 40-44 35-39 .... T(57A ........... 25-29 20-24 ....................... 15-19 10-14 5-9 ...................... Under 5 I 6 4 Z Z 4 Percent of total Population 70+ 65-69 60-64 55-59 .................. 50-54 45-49 40-44 35-39 .....30-34..... 25-29 20-24 ................. 15-19 10-14 5- 9 nder �� DIAGRAM I AGE - SEX PYRAMIDS 1950 1960 MALES FEMALES MALES FEMALES I I I I I I I I I I I I Retirement ages .................................................. Mature labor force 6 6 4 2 - 2 4 Percent of total Population 1969 MALES FEMALES Percent of Total Surveyed Young labor force ......................................... School age children ......................................... Pre-school children I 6 Retirement ages ........................................... Mature labor force .......................................... Young labor force .......................................... ichool age children ......................................... 're-sc�ool children Length of Residence .i Diagram 2 and Table 2 indicate the stability of the population in Hutchinson rela- tive to McLeod County and the State of Minnesota. The Hutchinson graph shows a shape similar to those in both the county and the state, 41.6% of owner occupied housing was occupied between 1954-1960 in Hutchinson and the county and state percentages were 32.8% and 41.4% respectively. A total of 87.79/o of Hutchinson renters had moved into their present apartment within the previous five years while only 68. 1% of county and 76. 1% of state renter population had moved that recently. Thus, Hutchinson has a more mobile population than the county but one which is quite similar to the state pattern. TABLE 2 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Housing 1960 M LENGTH OF RESIDENCE 1960 OWNER OCCUPIED RENTER OCCUPIED Moved In Hutchinson Mc Leos! Minnesota Hutchinson McLeod Minnesota 1958, 59- 60 253 625 128,142 283 1055 147,007 1954-57 363 751 168,284 188 471 63,693 1940-53 611 1834 263,835 58 517 49,071 1939 & Before 253 976 154,699 8 195 17,250 Total 1480 4186 714,960 537 2238 277,021 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Housing 1960 M Hutchinson DIAGRAM 2 LENGTH OF RESIDENCE BY PERCENTAGE OF POPULATION Years 1958-60 1954-57 1940-53 1939 & before MCloud 1958-60 1954-57 1940-53 1939 & before Minnesota 1958-60 1954-57 1940-53 1939 & before 4 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Housing, 1960 Renter Occupied Percent 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 TABLE 3 RESIDENCE IN 1955 McLEOD Population - 5 years old and over 1960-------------------------------- 21,803 Same House as in 1960------------------ ---------------------------13,917 DifferentHouse in U . S .--------------------------------------------- 7,769 Somecounty--------------------------------------------------- 4,470 Differentcountr ----------------------------------------------- 3,299 Samestate ---------------------------------------------------- 2,591 Different state ------------------------------------------------ 708 Abroad------------------------------------------------------------ 81 Moved, Residence in 1955 not reported -------------------------------- 36 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population, 1960 The above guides bear out the assumption of a mobile population. Over one-third of the population changed residence in the last five years. Of the 7,769 people who changed residences from 1955 to 1960, 3,299 were from a different county. Of these 2,591 were from other parts of the state and the rest from different states or countries. It is necessary and feasible to provide adequate housing for a changing population. Data in this report will suggest the levels and structure of future population and there- fore indicate the kinds and amount of housing which must be made available. Income Levels Table 4 indicates the income levels in McLeod County and in Minnesota. While the state has an average income per household at $9,599, the county average is $7,872. Over 40% of the households in the county have incomes under $5,000 and only 31.4% of those in the state have incomes in that range. TABLE 4 EFFECTIVE BUYING INCOME LEVELS 1968 Income Range Percentage of Household within Income Range McLeod County Minnesota $0-$2,999.00 25.2%7% $3,000-4,999.00 16.1% 12.7% 5,000-7,999.00 25.6% 23.9% 8,000-9,999.00 12.9% 16.0% 10,000 & over 20.2% 28.7% Average Household Income $7,872.00 $9,599.00 SOURCE: Sales Management "Survey of Buying Power" 1969 In Diagram 3, the responses to the recent survey are displayed. The greatest number (122) of families had incomes below $3,000. Eightly of these were retired people. The next largest group (162) fell into the $5,000 - $7,000 range. The median income for all respondents was between $5,000 and $7,000 below the 1968 Sales Management estimate of $7,972 for McLeod County. When retirees are excluded from survey re- sponses, the median income.is found to be between $7,000 and $9,000. DIAGRAM 3 NUMBER OF FAMILIES BY INCOME LEVELS All Respondents 120 122 Excluding Retired People cl Lri rl� a _ Lr M u; r a _ vi + o 0 0 0 0 o 8 8 g o M to r; a Dollars Dollars SOURCE: Survey, Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. 1969 Historically, money income in Hutchinson has been higher than in the county as a whole. Ilf this trend has continued, it can be concluded that the average income in the city of Hutchinson is over $7,872.00 (the county average) and that our sur- vey sample is skewed to the low side. Educatidn Leve Is Income levels generally reflect education levels. The state of Minnesota had in 1960 a median education level of 10.8 years, McLeod County an average of 8.8 and Hutchinson 10.7. Average income figures for the state and county are con- sistent with the expectations. The county figures are approximately $1700 per house- hold below the state mean. It could be expected that Hutchinson itself with a median education level of 10.7 years has an average income figure closer to the state average than the county. Table 5 shows the distribution of education levels in Hutchinson, McLeod County and the state of Minnesota.. Hutchinson and Minnesota have similar patterns with the city having a somewhat larger percentage of people with only a grade school education and the state of Minnesota a larger college graduate percentage. TABLE 5 EDUCATION LEVELS 1960 Level of Education County Population Over 25 Years Old Hutchinson Number % McLeod Number % Minnesota Number % None 8 .2 67 .5 30, 715 .8 Grade School (1-8 yrs.) 1555 42.1 7850 56.4 1,472,362 40.1 High School (9-12 yrs.) 1541 41.8 4439 31.8 1,510, 170-41.2, College 586 15.9 1572 11 -3. 656,123 17.9 Total 3690 139,28 3,669,370 Median Years 10.7 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1960 The recent survey done in Hutchinson resulted in the following statistics: TABLE 6 EDUCATION LEVELS 1969 W Head of Household Number Percent Under 9 years 112 27.1 High School (9-12 Years) 247 59,8 College ( 1 or more) 54 13.1 Total 413 SOURCE: Survey - Midwest Planning & Research 1969 -10- The percentage of respondents with some high school credit was 59.8 as opposed to 41.8% in the 1960 census. Those with some college credit amounted to 13.1% as contrasted with 1960 census figure of 15.9%. Occ,upat-ion and Employment The occupational structure of the city and county population is shown in Table 7 and 8. SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1950, 1960 TABLE 7 MAJOR OCCUPATION GROUP - HUTCHINSON 1950 1960 % of % of Male Female Total- - Total Male Female Total Total Professional Technology and Kindred 90 94 184 9.8 166 140 306 12.7 Farm & Farm Managers 21 1 22 1.2 32 --- 32 1.3 Managers, Officials and Proprietors, excluding Farm 226 26 252 13.5 226 48 274 .11.4 Clerical & Kindred 64 108 172 9.2 87 181 268 11.2 Sales 111 79 190 10.1 137 107 244 +10:2 Craftsmen, Foremen and Kindred 308 7 315 16.8 340 4 344 14.3 Operatives & Kindred 198 132 330 17.6 377 185 562 23.4 Private Household 3 46 49 2.6 4 65 69 2.9 Service Workers 65 110 175 9.3 35 -132 167 6.9 Farm Laborers & Foremen 26 5 31 1.7 28 --- 28 1.2 Laborers, excluding Farm & Mine 130 3 133 7.1 63 7 70 2.9 Occupation Not Reported 17 3 20 1.1 16 23 39 1.6 Totals 1259 614 1873 100.0 1511 892 2403 100.0 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population 1950, 1960 TABLE 8 OCCUPATION AND EMPLOYMENT McLEOD COUNTY 1950 1960 % of % of Male Female Total _Total Male Female Total Total Professional Technology and Kindred 245 247 492 6.3 409 315 724 7.5 Farmers and Farm Mgrs. 2406 31 2437 31.3 2031 206 2237 23.1 Managers, Officials & Proprietors, excluding Farm 616 83 `699 9.0 608 102 710 7.4 Clerical & Kindred 143 268 411. 5.3 197 486 683 7.1 Sales Workers 294 178 472 6.1 364 246 610 6.3 Craftsmen, Foremen & Kindred 753 20 773 10.0 976 8 984 10.2 Operatives & Kindred 623 271 894 11.5 967 450 1417 14.8 Private Household Workers 4 121 125 1.6 4 184 188 1.9 Service Workers, exclud- - ing Private Household 187 269 456 5.9 144 468 612 6.3- .3_Farm FarmLaborers & Foremen589 30 619 8.0 623 399 1022 10.6 Laborers, excluding Farm & Mine 292 9 301 3.9 224 7 231 2.4 Occupation Not Reported 65 24 89 1.1 99 130 229 2.4 Total 6217 1551 7768 100.0 6646 3001 9647 100.0 SOURCE: U.S Census of Population 1950- 1960 Observations include: 1) The proportions of professional, technical and kindred workers and operatives in Hutchinson rose considerably between 1950 and 1960, while the percentage of service workers and laborers has fallen.. thus illustrating a changing industrial and commercial pattern. 2) The structure in Hutchinson is considerably different than the county. Farmers and Farm Managers make up 23. 1% of total county employment and only 1.3% of Hutchinson employment. Operatives include approximately one-fourth of Hutchinson employment and 15/0 of the county's. -12- V POPULATION PROJECTIONS Since 1940, Hutchinson population has grown from 3887 to 6207 in 1960. Between 1940 and 1950, it grew 'at a rate of 20.7% and between 1950 and 1960 by 32.3%. Although in 1940 Hutchinson included only 18.2% of total county population, in 1950 it had 21 .1% and in 1960,25.4%. Hutchinson has been absorbing some of the McLeod population and thus growing faster than the county itself. With these facts in mind, several approaches to forecasting population can be taken. A. Hutchinson grew at a rate of 32.3% between 1950 and 1960. Assuming that this growth rate continues, Hutchinson population will be: 1970 Hutchinson 8212 1980 10,864 1985 12,624 B. Between 1950 and 1960, Hutchinson increased from 21.1% to 25.4% of the county population. Assuming that in each decade H'utcTiinson will decrease its share of county population by 4.3% (25.49/6-21. 1%) will result in the following estimates. C. An alternative method of forecasting is to extrapolate housing unit growth. Since 1960, dwelling units have increased at an average of 71.5 units per year. -13- 1970 1980 1985 Mc Lead 27, 9Z0 * ,02* '11, 201 Hutchinson "s Share of Population 8,286 10,201 11,261 * Minnesota Department of Health estimates C. An alternative method of forecasting is to extrapolate housing unit growth. Since 1960, dwelling units have increased at an average of 71.5 units per year. -13- TABLE 9 Year Additional Units •.e 1961 71 1962 28 1963 63 1964 42 1965 41 1966 61 1967 69 1968 103 1969 - June 22 SOURCE: Federal Reserve Housing Unit Bulletins Total Number of Units 2080 2151 2229 2292 2334 2375 2436 2505 2608 2630 The recent survey indicates an average of 3.0 persons per units. Extrapolation of this and the past building trend results in the following projection: 1970 1980 1985 Hutchinson Population 8,200 10,345 11,418 SUMMARY OF PROJECTIONS TABLE 10 1970 1980 1985 Approach A 8212 10,864 12,624 Approach B 8286 10,201 11,261 Approach C 8200 10,345 11,418 From inspection, it can be seen that A, B and C are reasonably consistent and indicate that population will range from 8200 to 8286 in 1970, 10,200 to 10,864 in 1980 and 11,261 to 12,624 in 1985. -14- 3) Hutchinson employment has grown from 1873 in 1950 to 2403 in 1960; a growth of approximately one-third. County employment grew from 7768 to 9647; an increase of 24%. Employment is shifting from the rural areas to the city. -15- HOUSING ANALYSIS INTRODUCTION Housing, one of the major elements of a community's developments, normally re- presents 30% to 50% of the developed land area. Residential areas have importance as the immediate personal environment of the community's population, major consumers of a community's services, and as a source of tax revenue. Another characteristic of housing is that its direction and growth patterns can be regulated through community regulation such as zoning laws, building and housing codes and subdivision regulations. Housing, population and economic analysis provide the information necessary for formulating community plans. Expected populations and housing requirements will determine the community's needs for sewer and water service, streets, and other public services. With knowledge of population, housing trends and characteristics, and the quality of present housing, programs can be developed which will provide adequate, attractive housing for the future. CONDITION OF HOUSING Table 11 indicates the condition of housing in Hutchinson, McLeod County and the State of Minnesota in 1960. Hutchinson compares favorably with both the county and the State. TABLE 11 Condition Hutchinson Percent McLeod Percent Minnesota -r� Percent Sound 1,803 86.7 6,413 86.1 933,161 83.5 Deteriorating 215 10.3 813 10.9 143,815 12.9 Dilapidated 62 3.0 225 3.0 39,957 3,6 SOURCE: U.S. Census of Population - 1960 A recent land use survey, done by Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. indicates that the 1960 distribution is still fairly representative of the situation. The accompanying map shows the acres in which dilapidated and deteriorating housing is concentrated. Area A includes 15 houses obviously substandard and on internal inspection more would probably be revealed. Upgrading the area will require some clearance, substantial rehabilitation and strict code enforcement. Areas B and C, including older larger homes, are showing some signs of deterioration and conversions from single family to 2, 3 or 4 unit dwellings. Improvement of the area will require rehabilitation and housing code enforcement. Area D reveals a lack of maintenance and will require limited clearance, rehabili- tation and strict code enforcement. city of HUTCHINSON AREAS IN NEED - MINNESOTA OF ATTENTION - ., ..o.. - PROBLEMS The survey done by Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. indicates that aver half of the respondents believe there are housing problems in Hutchinson. Only those groups with incomes greater than $3,000 and 'less',than $15,000 have a majority of respondents answer that there i's a problem. The majority of each extreme group feel there was no problem. Overall; there • is no significant trend. Each group is fairly evenly divided between those who feel there is a problem and those who feel there is not. TABLE 12 Are There Any Major Difficulties in Finding Housing in Hutchinson? Family Income No Yes $ 0- 3,000 54 51 31000- 5,000 20 22 51000- 7,000 25 30 7,000- 9,000 22 26 9,000- 11,000 18 22 11,000- 15,000 9 16 151000+ 14 9 No Income Shown 41 31 SOURCE: Survey, Midwest Planning and Research, September, 1969 The most frequent comment made about housing in Hutchinson was that rent is high. Other statements of problems included the general lack of housing, the smallness and expense of apartments which were unsuitable or too costly for families with children, few homes for. rent;, and houses that are too expensive. Thus, most of the comments revolved around the lack of housing and the expense of it. Occasional comments were made about the difficulty in financing a home and the problems of young single people and families with children in finding landlords who will rent to them. The survey indicates that 166 of the respondents owning housing feel there is no problem, while 144 feel there is. In contrast, 36 of the renters state there is no problem and 69 believe there is. Although the housing situation has serious short- comings for both owners and renters, it is even more serious for renters. aim TABLE 13 Are There Major- Difficulties in Finding Housing in Hutchinson? No Yes Owners 166 144 Renters 36 69 SOURCE: Midwest Planning and Research, Inc., September, 1969 Cross referencing the answers to the questions about whether or not there are housing problems with the questions about monthly housing cost, again indicates no specific trend (Table 14). Over half of the people paying $50-75 per month, $75-100 per month, $125-150 per month and over $150 per month, feel that housing is a problem. Only in the case of the groups $50-75 per month and $150 and over is the differential in answers significant. In both cases, one and one-half times as many people said there is a problem as said there was not. TABLE 14 DO YOU CONSIDER YOUR HOUSING UNIT ADEQUATE FOR YOUR NEEDS? Percent Monthly Housing Cost No Yes No Yes Less than 50 41 36 53.2 46.8 50- 75 23 36 39.0 61.0 75- 100 21 23 47.7 52.3 100- 125 34 28 54.8 45.2 125- 150 25 29 46.3 53.7 150+ 20 32 38.5 61.5 SOURCE: Midwest Planning and Research, Inc., September, 1969 Significantly, 90 percent of the people answered that their housing was adequate for their needs. Forty-nine respondents indicated that more bedrooms, appliances, larger rooms, better location or other amenities would make their living quarters more satisfactory, but only 24 were willing to pay more for these items. Thus, we are led to the conclusion that. ..the citizens of Hutchinson feel that the cost of housing is too high, but that they are not specifically dissatisfied with present accommodations. Other conclusions include: :o ..... Renters find the situation more difficult than owners. ..... Housing problems have been or are experienced over the whole range of income and housing cost levels with no significant trend in either. ..... There is a specific problem with young families finding adequate, reasonably priced housing. ..... Financing is a difficulty for some persons wishing to buy homes. ..... People have difficulty in locating both rental housing and homes to purchase. Several realty agencies were contacted to corroborate the above statements of problems. Their general consensus was: ..... There is a lack of housing for the average working man and young families - homes costing under $21, 000. ..... Few new homes are being built and those that are built cost over $23,000 - $25,000 putting them out of the' price range of most citizens of Hutchinson. ..... High interest rates and requirements for large down payments make a home purchase prohibitive to many people. ..... Elderly people interested in two bedroom homes in the $16,000 to $18,000 range, have difficulty in finding them. ..... Many apartments do not allow children . ..... Few houses are available for rent. ..... Not enough apartments are available. Thus, the realtors comments supplement and complement the results of the survey. -20- OBSTACLES The problems revolve around: the lack of moderate priced housing, both apartment and single family, meeting the need of young families, a lack of housing for the elderly and financial constraints. To meet the demands, moderately priced housing must be built, but certain obstacles stand in the way of this. 1 . Present tight credit has restricted construction of housing units as witnessed by the fact that through June of 1969 only 22 housing units have been built while during the first six month of 1968, 51 units were built and throughout the year 103 units were constructed. 2. Existing construction methods result in average expenditures of $ 13.00/square foot for apartments and $20.00/square foot for single family housing. This in turn necessitates rentals of over $125.00/month and single family housing in the range over $20,000. Discussion - Single Family Housing In 1968, McLeod County had an income distribution as follows: TABLE 15 EFFECTIVE BUYING INCOME McLeod County, 1968 Group A 0-21999 B 3,000 - 41999 C 5,000- 6, 999 D 7,000 - 9,01901 E 10,000 and Over SOURCE: Sales Management "Survey of Percent of Households 25.2 16.1 25.6 12.9 20.2 Buying- Power" 1969 Applying the rule of thumb that approximately three times disposable income can be spent on a home, indicates group A could spend a maximum of $9,000 for a home, group B could spend a maximum of $15,000, group C an average of $18,000 (using $6,000 as the average income of the group), group D an average of $25,500 and group E $30,000 or more. -21- TABLE 16 AMOUNT WHICH COULD BE SPENT ON A HOME Percent of 2,999 25.2 B 3,000 - Household Minimum Average Maximum A 25.2 ------ $ 4,500 $ 91000 B 16.1 $ 91000 12,000 15,000 C 25.6 151000 18,000 21,000 D 12.9 21,000 25,500 30,000 E 20.2 30,000 ------ More than 30,000 Thus, for 41.3% of the households, $15,000 is the maximum which could be spent on a home. Twenty-five point six could spend $15,000 to $21,000, 12.9 between $21,000 and $30,000 and the rest (20.2) over $30,000. Contractors in Hutchinson estimate construction costs at $20.00/square foot, including land cost. The homes they have built in the last year have ranged from $20,000 and up. To build at less than $20,000 would require a home of less than 1,000 square feet. For most of the population, approximately two thirds, new housing costs more than they can afford. Without development of new cheaper means of construction or use of present mobile or prefabricated housing, most people in Hutchinson will not be able to own an individual home. Discussion - Apartments A similar argument can be developed for apartment rentals. The rule of thumb would indicate that 25% of disposable income can be allocated to rent. Table 17 shows that approximately two thirds of the people could not afford over $146 per month rent. Discussions with realtors indicate that the average price for a two bedroom apartment is $135 to $160, effectively out of the range of most people. TABLE 17 Amount which Could be Spent Percent For a Home Household A $ 0- 2,999 25.2 B 3,000 - 4,999 16.1 C 5,000- 6,999 25.6 D 7,000 - 9,999 12.9 E 10,000 & Over 20.2 Minimum . Average Maximum --- $ 32 $ 63 $ 63 84 104 104 125 146 146 177 208 208 --- --- -22- OBJECTIVES Objectives involve meeting problems. In Hutchinson, this will require: 1 . Increased housing unit construction - over the 71.5 average of the 1960's with particular emphasis on low and moderate cost housing. 2. Construction of two-thirds of the units in the following ranges: Single Family Houses- Under $22,000 Apartments - Less than $145/month rent 3. Completion of some clearance activities in noted areas and encouraging main- tenance of housing and strict code enforcement. 4. Meet the demonstrated demand for housing for the elderly which currently exists. PLANNING ACTIONS In the last year, several actions have taken place to further understand housing prob- lems and initiate actions toward solution of the problems. .....An OEC) survey was taken to establish the income levels and housing needs of the elderly. .....Midwest Planning & Research did a study to find out what kind of housing problems are felt by the whole spectrum at Hutchinson residents. .....The Workable Program for Community Improvement was submitted to es- tablish eligibility for various kinds of Federal funding. In the next year the following activities are planned. Each of these actions is a step toward meeting the objectives for housing. .....Determine specific need for low and moderate income housing and request unit reservation for elderly housing. .....Re -certify the Workable Program. This must be done at two year inter- vals. ..... Prepare specific activity program and action plan for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. .....Identify possible sites for low and moderate income housing. -23- IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS In order to carry out the plans outlined before and meet the goals which have been set up, the following implementing actions will be taken: .....Apply for federal grant for elderly housing. .....Assist non-profit sponsors in provision of housing. .....Coordinate public and private efforts to provide housing. .....Institute a Code Compliance program and establish procedures for review and updating of Codes. .....Actively encourage the construction, on a.private basis, of more moderately priced housing. -24- V HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA POPULATION AND HOUSING QUESTIONNAIRE POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS Columns 1- 2 Number of Persons in Household 3.0 Average 3-6 7-8 0-4 5-9 10- 14 15- 19 20- 24 25- 29 30- 34 35- 39 40-44 45-49 50- 54 55- 59 60-64 65- 69 70+ Occupation of: Age By Sex Male 57 69 69 64 37 43 34 32 45 37 32 28 27 28 62 Female 48 72 68 45 46 29 47 29 41 32 35 28 38 72 Head of Household Spouse Professional, Technical & kindred 55 29 Managers, officials & proprietors 55 4 Clerical and Kindred 15 21 Sales Workers 17 5 Farm and Farm Managers 7 - Craftsmen, foreman, & Kindred 53 1 Operatives and Kindred 24 8 Service Workers 32 9 Laborers 48 13 Other (Specify) 149 50 -25- Columns 9- 9 Where do you work? Hutchinson Elsewhere in McLeod Co. Other (Specify) 10 - 10 Family Income - 1968 (Check One) $ 0- 3,000 122 3,000- 5,000 58 5,000- 7,000 62 _ 7,000- 9,000 53 9,000- 11,000 44 11,000- 15,00d 31 — 15,000+ 26'- 11 - 12 Have you changed your place of residence in the past: 5 Years ? Yes 120 No 277 1 Year ? Yes —62-- No 46 13-13 If so, where did you live before? In Hutchinson 117 In McLeod County Elsewhere in Minnesota (Specify) 61 14-15 Do you anticipate moving in the future? Yes 99 Within 1 year? Within 2 years? Within 5 years? Don't know No 114 24 3 59 16-16 How many of the following do you own? Cars 423 Trucks Trailer or or camper Boat Snowmobile —� -26- -308-- 15 08-- 15 44 Columns 17- 17 Education of Head of Household: Grades Completed Under 6 10 6 - 9 102 9- 12 75 High School Graduate 172 Number of Years College Completed 54 Degrees Granted: None 6 BA - BS 37 MA -MS 12 PH D 1 18- 19 Have you purchased any major household items in the past year, such as furniture or appliances? Yes 200 No 283 If so, where did you purchase them? Hutchinson 151 Elsewhere in McLeod County 10 Twin Cities 21 Other (Specify) 16 20-23 Where do you usually shop for the following? Drugs & Hardware Clothing Food Medicines Items Hutchinson 452 475 471 470 Glencoe 1 - 2 - Elsewhere in McLeod County 1 - _ 1 Minneapol is -St. Paul 27 2 4 2 Other 1 4 2 1 -27- HOUSING DATA Columns 24-24 Year Housing Unit Built 87 1900 or earlier 56 1900- 1920 50 1920- 1939 61 1940- 1949 90 1950- 1959 110 1960- 1969 25-25 Number of Bedrooms 58 One 139 Two 199 Three 71 Four 14 Five 2 Six or More 26-26 Number of Years at this Address 76 Less than 1 72 1 -2 63 3- 5 76 5- 10 194 10 or More 27-27 Type of Unit 28- 28 Do you: 380 Single Family 37 Duplex 62 Apartment 3 Mobile Home 4 Other (Specify) 366 Own this Unit? 117 Rent this Unit? 510 i a Columns 29-29 30-30 31 - 31 32-32 33-33 What is your monthly housing cost(not including utilities)? 98 Less than $ 50 70 $ 50 - 75 52 $75-100 69 $ 100- 125 58 $ 125- 150 57 $ 150+ Renters - Include Rent Only Owners - Payment for Princi- pal, Interest, Taxes and Insurance Do you consider this unit adequate for your needs? 391 Yes 37 No If not, what would you need to make it satisfactory? 20 More Bedrooms Note to Interviewer: Do not 9 Larger Rooms state these choices. Check 2 More Appliances only if subject volunteers them. 2 Better Location 14 Lower rent or mortgage payments 16 Other (Specify) Would you be willing to pay more for any of these items? 24 Yes 111 No As far as you know, are there any major difficulties in finding a place to live in Hutchinson? 203 No 215 Yes (Specify) -29- What do you like about Hutchinson? * What do you dislike about Hutchinson? * * Answers to these questions were given directly to city officials. -30-