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08-12-1986 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 1986 1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ackland at 7:30 P.M. The fol- lowing were present: Alderman Mike Carls, Alderman John Mlinar, Alder- man Marlin Torgerson, Alderman Pat Mikulecky and Mayor Paul L. Ackland. Also present: Assistant City Clerk Kenneth B. Merrill, Director of En- gineering Marlow V. Priebe, and City Attorney James Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend Wesley Vagle. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the bid openings of July 21, 1986, August 5, 1986 and August 6, 1986 and regular meeting of July 22, 1986 were approved as distributed. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - JULY 1986 2. AIRPORT COMMISSION MINUTES OF MARCH 24, 1986 (b) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION TO SELL CIGARETTES AT RETAIL AT MCLEOD COUNTY FAIR (c) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS: 1. HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - REV. GERRIT MOLENAAR, JR. 2. PARK & RECREATION BOARD - LYLE BLOCK AND BETSY CONNELLY 3. UTILITIES COMMISSION - EUGENE DAGGETT 4. EMPLOYEE EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE COMMITTEE - COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES Alderman Torgerson moved to order the minutes and report filed, to issue a cigarette license, and to ratify the appointments, with the omission of item (c)-4. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and car- ried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M. (a) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 86-10 Mayor Ackland called the public hearing to order at 8:15 P.M. No one was present to be heard, and Alderman Torgerson moved to close the hearing at 8:16 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. During discussion, Alderman Mikulecky questioned the method of assess- ment and suggested splitting the cost evenly between the properties on 1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 the east and west side of School Road and the City picking up the over- size. The motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky that the cost of the project, less the amount for the oversize, be assessed to the proper- ties on the east and west side of School Road in an equal amount. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. The motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky to award the bid to Juul Con- tracting for $40,046 and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8349. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to order preparation of assessment roll No. 221 and set public hearing for September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8350 and No. 8351. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (b) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 86-11 Mayor Ackland called the hearing to order at 8:35 P.M. Mrs. Ed Klima Sr., adjacent property owner at 647 Bluff Street, stated the road had been raised about four feet, creating a wall that does not slope down into their backyard. As a result, they have not been able to use the yard or the basement garage. A real estate agent assessed her property and felt the improvement had devalued it approximately $2- 4,000. She requested the project be corrected. City Engineer Priebe reported the road had been raised 3-1/2 feet. The contractor put in a curb to alleviate a water problem. Waller Drive was never developed to provide sewer service, and the plats were not properly developed. It was stated the project was not completed. Alderman Torgerson moved to close the hearing at 8:50 P.M. Motion sec- onded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, to approve project No. 86-11, order preparation of plans and specifica- tions, and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8364. Motion car- ried unanimously. (c) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 86-12 Mayor Ackland called the hearing to order at 8:51 P.M. City Engineer Priebe presented a map showing the proposed service road. He stated the service road could be extended to the west in 1987. Mr. Arlie Schlecht from Plowman's inquired about the proposed project and how it would benefit their business. He requested the City use the ditch to make a service road instead of taking some of their property. Plowman's recently installed new lighting in front of their business, and a service road along their property would require relocation of the E CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 lights at considerable expense. Mr. Scott Plowman commented that the proposed service road would elim- inate the first row of cars, the lights and go back to the second row of cars to the flag pole. It would be 30 feet from the front of the show room. Mr. Bud Maynard raised a question regarding the intersection and the service road. He asked if it would be feasible in the future to come that close and how the City would control the traffic. He felt the over-all plan should be to wait before putting in a portion of the road and perform "magic" on the other portion. Mr. Maynard also ques- tioned a 40 foot service road and suggested cutting down the 15 foot turn lanes on the highway. Engineer Priebe explained the City was looking at a service road from Plowman's to Big Bear. The Tom Thumb business could be approached from California Street, although the gas pumps could be moved if the road was extended. A stop light could be installed at California Street in the future. A representative of the Big Bear Stores reported his company was in favor of the service road project inasmuch as the Hutchinson customers would not have future access to the store without it. Mr. John Miller stated the proposed project did not affect property east of California but it wi 1 1 eventually. He commented he did not like the way the State dictated the way the project was to be done, and he didn't think the turn median was necessary. It was his feeling the speed limit could be reduced. At 9:30 P.M. Alderman Torgerson moved to continue the hearing. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 6. COMMUNICATIONS; REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY POLICE CHIEF O'BORSKY, SERGEANTS GREGOR AND KIRCHOFF TO ATTEND CRIMINAL JUSTICE INSTITUTE AUGUST 25-26, 1986 The motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the request. During discussion, City Attorney Schaefer re- quested authorization to also attend the institute. Alderman Carls amended his motion to include Attorney Schaefer. Amended motion sec- onded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion carried unanimously. (b) COMMUNICATION FROM FORD ROLFE REGARDING COMPLAINT OF CARS AND DEBRIS ON PROPERTY Following discussion of the debris and old cars at the Ford Rolfe prop- erty on Third Avenue, it was the consensus of the Council that addi- 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 tional action was needed to clean up the property. Alderman Carls moved to direct City Attorney Schaefer to take appropriate Actions to start wheels of justice moving and report back to the next Council meeting and all future meetings until resolved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (c) PRESENTATION BY CED/DONOHUE REGARDING STEP 3 SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT Mike Hoff and Don Roecker from Donohue & Associates presented a report on step 3 of the sewgge treatment plant. The proposal will be pre- sented to the MPCA at an August 26 board meeting for an $8.8 million grant, with 65% funding on federal level and 60% funding over entire project. The MPCA will do a cost analysis on each portion of Hutchin- son's proposal. It was reported that the estimated cost of the project for Phase III would be $1,216,000. After discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the proposed con- tract, subject to MPCA approval. Alderman Torgerson seconded the mo- tion and unanimously carried. (d) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO. TO BLOCK OFF STREET BETWEEN LIBRARY SQUARWE AND D.J. MAC'S FROM 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. ON SEPTEMBER 13, 1986 The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried unanimously, to approve the request. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY FINANCE DIRECTOR TO ATTEND GOVERNMENTAL FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION TRAINING SESSIONS Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the request. Motion seconded by Ald- erman Carls and unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CDC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ATTEND ANNUAL BOARD RETREAT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SEPTEMBER 4-5, 1986 Following discussion that the workshop should be held locally, Alder- man Mikulecky moved to reject the request. Motion seconded by Alder- man Mlinar and failed upon roll call vote of Alderman Mikulecky voting aye and Aldermen Carls, Mlinar, Torgerson and Mayor Ackland voting nay. Alderman Mlinar moved to table action until the next City Council meet- ing and to inform the CDC of the Council concerns to hold the workshop locally. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) ORDINANCE NO. 19/86 - AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS LOCATED IN ORCHARD PARK FIRST ADDITION 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 Alderman Mlinar moved to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. . The motion was seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried unanimously. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 8345 - AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF A POLICE FACILITY CONSTRUCTION FUND AND TRANSFERRING $99,500 FROM THE FIRE HALL CONSTRUCTION FUND The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8345. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 8346 - RESOLUTION SETTING ELECTION, TIME, PLACE LOCATIONS OF PRECINCTS, AND APPOINTING OF JUDGES FOR THE CITY PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTION Alderman Carls moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8346. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (d) RESOLUTION N0. 8347 - TRANSFERRING $20,000 FROM LIQUOR STORE TO GENERAL FUND The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8347. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion and unani- mously carried. RECESS: The City Council adjourned for a 15 minute recess at 11:00 P.M. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR 1986 STREET DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE MATERIALS (DEFERRED AUGUST 5, 1986) The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Carls, to award the contract to Koch Asphalt Company at their bid price of $9,387 for RC -250, $8,887 for FC -800, and $8,887 for MC -300 (10,000 gallon asphalt cutback respectively). Motion unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR USED TANDEM DUMP TRUCK Alderman Carls moved to approve and award the contract to Mankato Mack at $23,950 for a 1978 Mack truck, which includes trade-in of the City's 1972 International tandem dump truck. Motion seconded by Alderman Tor- gerson and carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS FOR ROBERTS FIRST ADDITION (DEFERRED JULY 22, 1986) Engineer Priebe presented five alternatives of drainage improvements for Roberts First Addition. The proposed project would include three catch basins instead of two on Larson Street. There would be a larger 5 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 line on south Larson Street and a large trunk line on Kay Street. Mr. Wayne Scott, 525 Larson, thought it was not reasonable to run more water north to Roberts Road. The water from Mr. Wagner's field runs onto the adjoining properties. He inquired if there was a right-of-way to put the storm sewer across Wagner's field. It was pointed out there was no basement under the house torn down, which had been discussed at a previous meeting. Engineer Priebe stated the City would have to obtain an easement to reach the right-of-way in the field and pay for the crop loss caused by going across the field. Mr. Dale Herrmann, 550 Larson, thought it was reasonable to catch the water at the south end of Larson Street and bring it over to Kay Street. He wanted to pay for only a fraction of the new project. Mr. Julius Rainwater, 565 Larson, commented on the 21" line going down Roberts Road and asked if the residents on that street have any drain- age problem. He felt the City needed to look at the field in the fu- ture. Mr. Roger Reinhart, 545 Larson, inquired what would be involved for alternative No. 2 and asked if it would leave the catch basin north on Larson Street to drain into Roberts Road. He was in favor of addi- tional lines since something needs to be done with the easterly runoff. Alderman Mlinar moved that the City Engineer obtain additional figures for two catch basins, with the project to include the east side of Lar- son Street, a berm and drainage, leaving the present system on Larson draining to the north, look at alternative No. 2 with catch basins on the south and drain to Kay Street, and to talk to Mr. Wagner regard- ing the cost for a right-of-way to his field, and a berm on the south. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to order a report on Project No. 86-14, to set a public hearing for September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8354 and No. 8355. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (d) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR MAINTENANCE OF SOUTHEAST (VOCATIONAL SITE) WATER TOWER (DEFERRED AUGUST 6, 1986) Alderman Mlinar moved to approve and award contract to Maguire Iron at a cost of $18,860 and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8348. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF SURVEY OF SEVEN OUTSTATE CITIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEES Building Inspector Jim Marka reviewed the survey of cities and recom- 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 mended the City retain the 1982 fee schedule already in effect. Dis- cussion was also given to fees for roofing. Alderman Torgerson moved to retain the 1982 fee schedule already in ef- fect. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BIDS) FOR REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES ON LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 9, SOUTH HALF CITY (BID OPENING AUGUST 11, 1986) The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve and award the bids for demolition to Don Rettman Construc- tion & Excavating for $1,648 plus $2,265 alternate compacted fill (bid package #1) and $1,436 plus $550 alternate (bid package #2). The City Engineer requested that the contractor be required to provide the City with a county solid waste permit for dumping debris. Alderman Torger- son amended his motion to include stipulations for dumping of debris. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion carried unanimously. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF HANSEN-NONWEILER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT Assistant City Clerk Merrill stated this item goes back several years. One assessment was placed on the wrong parcel. The buyer of the prop- erty was informed of the error and a refund was issued. The present property owner believes he should not pay the $1,827.12 assessment, although he did not pay it before. It was the City Attorney's legal opinion to assess it out as in past practice. The amount was due and payable by Hansen. Alderman Mlinar moved to assess it out as in past practice. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL 1986 MAINTENANCE FUNDS Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the request for an additional $13,000 for 1986 street main- tenance. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION ON STATUS OF EMMA LAKE PROPERTY WILLED TO CITY OF HUTCHINSON After discussion, Alderman Carls moved to put the Emma Lake property up for sale. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson. Alderman Carls amended the motion to obtain two appraisals from local real estate agents and authorize the City Administrator to prepare an advertisement for bids. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried unanimously. Main motion unanimously carried. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 (d) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR GAMBLING DEVICES LICENSE BY FAMILY PLUS INC. AT 40 HOUR WEEK Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to table the item until the August 26, 1986 meeting for further information. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF FIRST PHASE 1986 CONSTRUCTION FOR WOODRIDGE SUBDIVISION City Engineer Priebe reported that Woodridge Subdivision was being fin- alized, and the developers would like to have the first phase construc- tion done. The funds were available in the bond issue. Alderman Torgerson moved to approve project No. 86-13 and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8352 and No. 8353 ordering a re- port and setting a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried, with Alderman Mikulecky abstaining from voting. (f) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 218 AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to order preparation of assessment roll No: 218, set a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive readings and adopt Reso- lutions No. 8338 and No. 8339. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 219 AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING After discussion, Alderman Carls moved to order the preparation of assessment roll No. 219, set a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8340 and No. 8341. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion and unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 220 AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to order preparation of assessment roll No. 220, set a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive read- ings and adopt Resolutions No. 8343 and No. 8344. Motion unanimously carried. (i) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONS AT MIDWEST TRAILER PARK Mr. Sam UlIand, owner of Midwest Trailer Park, presented to the Council a contract with Mathews Sewer Systems from Glencoe to repair the sani- tary sewer at the trailer court. 9 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 The City Attorney informed Mr. Ulland that he did not have a 1986 license from the MN Department of Health to operate the trailer court. Further, four of his units were in violation of municipal regulations. Mr. Ulland would be cited for: 1) a misdemeanor for operating without a license; 2) violation of discharging waste water onto private property; 3) municipality authorize the building department, or an appropriate agency, to hire someone to do the repair work if not done by Mathews one week from today; and 4) the Department of Health was going to pur- sue an injunction against Mr. Ulland for discharing waste water on the ground. However, it may be alleviated if the repair work was done in the next several days. Inspector Marka reported this situation went back to November 1985, and he had little cooperation from the MN Health Department. After discussion, Alderman Carls moved that the City Attorney's recom- mendations become the action of the City. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (j) CONSIDERATION OF STOP SIGN ON CALIFORNIA STREET NORTH The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the stop sign and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 20/86 and set the second reading August 26, 1986. Motion unanimously car- ried. (k) CONSIDERATION OF PERFORMANCE REVIEWS FOR EMPLOYEES WITH JULY AND AUGUST ANNIVERSARY DATES Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the recommen- dations. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried four to one, with Alderman Mikulecky voting nay. (1) CONSIDERATION OF REFINANCING EXISTING INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS FOR HUTCHINSON TELEPHONE COMPANY Mr. Walter Clay, President of the Hutchinson Telephone Company, re- quested a public hearing date to consider refinancing the 1981 IRB. Since interest rates have gone down, the phone company would like to recall their bonds and refinance at a lower interest rate. After discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve and set a public hearing August 28, 1986 at 7:00 P.M. and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8342. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion and car- ried unanimously. (m) CONSIDERATION OF WAIVING BUILDING PERMIT FEE (EXCEPT FOR STATE SURCHARGE) FOR ERECTION OF LOG CABIN BY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, to approve and waive the fee. Motion unanimously CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 carried. (n) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A SATELLITE LIQUOR STORE After discussion, Alderman Torgerson made the motion to approve a study. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (o) CONSIDERATION OF RENEWING CONTRACT WITH STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR LOCAL HOTEL AND MOTEL INSPECTIONS Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve and enter into a contract. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (p) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH FOR PROPOSED ALLEY CHANGES Engineer Priebe reported on the safety problem on the east end of the church building. Alderman Carls moved to table until August 26. The motion failed for lack of a second. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve, contingent that the utilities approve the proposal. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (q) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING BUDGET Alderman Mlinar moved to approve amending the budget and set a public hearing August 26, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. Alderman Carls seconded the mo- tion and unanimously carried. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ASSISTANT CITY CLERK Assistant Merril I reported a representative from Charles Bail ley would be present at the next Council meeting to review the City's 1985 finan- cial report. It was pointed out that the Council needed to establish some dates to work on the 1987 budget, and the dates would be determined at the August 26 meeting. The budget has to be adopted by October 10. An application for an on -sale non -intoxicating malt liquor license was received from the McLeod County Fair Board after the agenda deadline and approval was requested. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve and issue the license. Motion unanimously carried. 10 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 It was reported that the rodent problem was being resolved. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS Alderman Carls requested that the City Administrator contact the PCA to obtain figures on what collection fees and percent of total contract other engineering firms were charging for work done on sewage treatment plants. It was the consensus of the Council that Randy DeVries should devote more time to working on the proposed plant and possibly hire an additional person to work at the plant. A question was raised on where the City stands with the solid waste committee. City Engineer Priebe reported the County had a study in progress, and the City had met several times. Alderman Carls inquired if the issue had been resolved as to who was paying for the cost of the handicapped ramp at the public library. It was requested this item be placed on the agenda for the August 26 meeting. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN JOHN MLINAR Alderman Mlinar suggested that Building Inspector Jim Marka be con- tacted to help with the wastewater plant inasmuch as he was knowledge- able in this area. Alderman Mlinar commented on the memorandum received concerning the cost of the police station building. It was reported by Alderman Tor- gerson that at a recent meeting with the architect and building com- mittee, the architect was told to cut the cost to the amount available. (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR PAUL L. ACKLAND Mayor Ackland inquired about the Airport Commission minutes and an out- standing bill. He was informed by the Finance Director it had been re- solved. Mayor Ackland stated the Community Energy Council was considering ap- plying for a $15,000 grant, with 10% or $1,500 matching funds from the City. The grant would cover costs to do an analysis of businesses and recommendations of ways to save energy. The study would be done during the winter months. The grant application will be submitted for ap- proval at the August 26 Council meeting. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, to approve the $1,500 matching funds from the contingency fund. Motion unanimously carried. It was reported that the City Attorney had not been considered for a cost of living increase the first of the year when the City employees received a three percent increase. The motion was made by Alderman 11 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 Mlinar to approve a three percent cap increase for the City Attorney, retroactive January 1, 1986. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried three to two, with Aldermen Mlinar and Torgerson and Mayor Ack- land voting aye and Aldermen Carl and Mikulecky voting nay. (e) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MARLIN TORGERSON Alderman Torgerson inquired if anything had been heard from Junker San- itation regarding his rate increase. The answer was "nothing." (f) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN PAT MIKULECKY Alderman Mikulecky commented on the memorandum received regarding the use of the motor vehicle machine by a handicapped person. (g) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY JAMES SCHAEFER Attorney Schaefer gave a status report on the lawsuit of McGee vs. the City of Hutchinson. He also stated the insurance company had settled for the full amount on the fire truck accident. (h) COMMUNICATIONS FROM DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING MARLOW V. PRIEBE Engineer Priebe commented on the Gopher Engineering memorandum regard- ing the railroad track. He stated the track should have some blacktop put in on either side of the track, and this work could be done by the Street Department employees. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 1:05 A.M. 12 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL • TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 1986 1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ackland at 7:30 P.M. The fol- lowing were present: Alderman Mike Carls, Alderman John Mlinar, Alder- man Marlin Torgerson, Alderman Pat Mikulecky and Mayor Paul L. Ackland. Also present: Assistant City Clerk Kenneth B. Merrill, Director of En- gineering Marlow V. Priebe, and City Attorney James Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend Wesley Vagle. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the bid openings of July 21, 1986, August 5, 1986 and August 6, 1986 and regular meeting of July 22, 1986 were approved as distributed. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - JULY 1986 2. AIRPORT COMMISSION MINUTES OF MARCH 24, 1986 • (b) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION TO SELL CIGARETTES AT RETAIL AT MCLEOD COUNTY FAIR (c) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS: 1. HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - REV. GERRIT MOLENAAR, JR. 2. PARK & RECREATION BOARD - LYLE BLOCK AND BETSY CONNELLY 3. UTILITIES COMMISSION - EUGENE DAGGETT 4. EMPLOYEE EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE COMMITTEE - COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES Alderman Torgerson moved to order the minutes and report filed, to issue a cigarette license, and to ratify the appointments, with the omission of item (6-4. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and car- ried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M. (a) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 86-10 Mayor Ackland called the public hearing to order at 8:15 P.M. No one was present to be heard, and Alderman Torgerson moved to close the hearing at 8:16 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. • During discussion, Alderman Mikulecky questioned the method of assess- ment and suggested splitting the cost between the east and west side 1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 of School Road and the City picking up the difference. The motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky that the cost of the project plus oversize and the properties on the east and west side of School Road be assessed equal amounts. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unani- mously. The motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky to award the bid to Juul Con- tracting for $40,046 and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8349. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to order preparation of assessment roll No. 221 and set public hearing for September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8350 and No. 8351. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (b) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 86-11 Mayor Ackland called the hearing to order at 8:35 P.M. Mrs. Ed Klima Sr., adjacent property owner at 647 Bluff Street, stated the road had been raised about four feet, creating a wall that does not slope down into their backyard. As a result, they have not been able to use the yard or the basement garage. A real estate agent assessed her property and felt the improvement had devalued it approximately $2- • 4,000. She requested the project be corrected. City Engineer Priebe reported the road had been raised 3-1/2 feet. The contractor put in a curb to alleviate a water problem. Waller Drive was never developed to provide sewer service, and the plats were not properly developed. It was stated the project was not completed. Alderman Torgerson moved to close the hearing at 8:50 P.M. Motion sec- onded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, to approve project No. 86-11, order preparation of plans and specifica- tions, and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8364. Motion car- ried unanimously. (c) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 86-12 Mayor Ackland called the hearing to order at 8:51 P.M. City Engineer Priebe presented a map showing the proposed service road. He stated the service road could be extended to the west in 1987. Mr. Arl'e Schlecht from Plowman's inquired about the proposed project and how it would benefit their business. He requested the City use the ditch to make a service road instead of taking some of their property. Plowman's recently installed new lighting in front of their business, • and a service road along their property would require relocation of the E CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 lights at considerable expense. Mr. Scott Plowman commented that the proposed service road would elim- inate the first row of cars, the lights and go back to the second row of cars to the flag pole. It would be 30 feet from the front of the show room. Mr. Bud Maynard raised a question regarding the intersection and the service road. He asked if it would be feasible in the future to come that close and how the City would control the traffic. He felt the over-all plan should be to wait before putting in a portion of the road and perform "magic" on the other portion. Mr. Maynard also ques- tioned a 40 foot service road and suggested cutting down the 15 foot turn lanes on the highway. Engineer Priebe explained the City was looking at a service road from Plowman's to Big Bear. The Tom Thumb business could be approached from California Street, although the gas pumps could be moved if the road was extended. A stop light could be installed at California Street in the future. A representative of the Big Bear Stores reported his company was in favor of the service road project inasmuch as the Hutchinson customers • would not have future access to the store without it. Mr. John Miller stated the proposed project did not affect property east of California but it will eventually. He commented he did not like the way the State dictated the way the project was to be done, and he didn't think the turn median was necessary. It was his feeling the speed limit could be reduced. At 9:30 P.M. Alderman Torgerson moved to continue the hearing. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY POLICE CHIEF O'BORSKY, SERGEANTS GREGOR AND KIRCHOFF TO ATTEND CRIMINAL JUSTICE INSTITUTE AUGUST 25-26, 1986 The motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the request. During discussion, City Attorney Schaefer re- quested authorization to also attend the institute. Alderman Carls amended his motion to include Attorney Schaefer. Amended motion sec- onded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion carried unanimously. (b) COMMUNICATION FROM FORD ROLFE REGARDING COMPLAINT OF CARS AND DEBRIS ON PROPERTY • Following discussion of the debris and old cars at the Ford Rolfe prop- erty on Third Avenue, it was the consensus of the Council that addi- 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 tional action was needed to clean up the property. Alderman Carls moved to direct City Attorney Schaefer to take appropriate actions to start wheels of justice moving and report back to the next Council meeting and all future meetings until resolved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (c) PRESENTATION BY CED/DONOHUE REGARDING STEP 3 SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT Mike Hoff and Don Roecker from Donohue & Associates presented a report on step 3 of the sewgge treatment plant. The proposal will be pre- sented to the MPCA at an August 26 board meeting for an $8.8 million grant, with 65% funding on federal level and 60% funding over entire project. The MPCA will do a cost analysis on each portion of Hutchin- son's proposal. It was reported that the estimated cost of the project for Phase III would be $1,216,000. After discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the proposed con- tract, subject to MPCA approval. Alderman Torgerson seconded the mo- tion and unanimously carried. (d) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO. TO BLOCK OFF STREET BETWEEN LIBRARY SQUARWE AND D.J. MAC'S FROM 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. ON SEPTEMBER 13, 1986 The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson • and carried unanimously, to approve the request. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY FINANCE DIRECTOR TO ATTEND GOVERNMENTAL FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION TRAINING SESSIONS Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the request. Motion seconded by Ald- erman Carls and unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CDC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ATTEND ANNUAL BOARD RETREAT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SEPTEMBER 4-5, 1986 Following discussion that the workshop should be held locally, Alder- man Mikulecky moved to reject the request. Motion seconded by Alder- man Mlinar and failed upon roll call vote of Alderman Mikulecky voting aye and Aldermen Carls, Mlinar, Torgerson and Mayor Ackland voting nay. Alderman Mlinar moved to table action until the next City Council meet- ing and to inform the CDC of the Council concerns to hold the workshop locally. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. 7. RESPLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) ORDINANCE NO. 19/86 - AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS LOCATED IN ORCHARD PARK FIRST ADDITION 0 4 • CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 Alderman Mlinar moved to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. The motion was seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried unanimously. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 8345 - AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF A POLICE FACILITY CONSTRUCTION FUND AND TRANSFERRING $99,500 FROM THE FIRE HALL CONSTRUCTION FUND The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8345. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 8346 - RESOLUTION SETTING ELECTION, TIME, PLACE LOCATIONS OF PRECINCTS, AND APPOINTING OF JUDGES FOR THE CITY PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTION Alderman Carls moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8346. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 8347 - TRANSFERRING $20,000 FROM LIQUOR STORE TO GENERAL FUND The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to waive reading and adopt • Resolution No. 8347. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion and unani- mously carried. RECESS: The City Council adjourned for a 15 minute recess at 11:00 P.M. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR 1986 STREET DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE MATERIALS (DEFERRED AUGUST 5, 1986) The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Carls, to award the contract to Koch Asphalt Company at their bid price of $9,387 for RC -250, $8,887 for FC -800, and $8,887 for MC -300 (10,000 gallon asphalt cutback respectively). Motion unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR USED TANDEM DUMP TRUCK Alderman Carls moved to approve and award the contract to Mankato Mack at $23,950 for a 1978 Mack truck, which includes trade-in of the City's 1972 International tandem dump truck. Motion seconded by Alderman Tor- gerson and carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS FOR ROBERTS FIRST ADDITION (DEFERRED JULY 22, 1986) • Engineer Priebe presented five alternatives of drainage improvements for Roberts First Addition. The proposed project would include three catch basins instead of two on Larson Street. There would be a larger R CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 0 line on south Larson Street and a large trunk line on Kay Street. Mr. Wayne Scott, 525 Larson, thought it was not reasonable to run more water north to Roberts Road. The water from Mr. Wagner's field runs onto the adjoining properties. He inquired if there was a right-of-way to put the storm sewer across Wagner's field. It was pointed out there was no basement under the house torn down, which had been discussed at a previous meeting. Engineer Priebe stated the City would have to obtain an easement to reach the right-of-way in the field and pay for the crop loss caused by going across the field. Mr. Dale Herrmann, 550 Larson, thought it was reasonable to catch the water at the south end of Larson Street and bring it over to Kay Street. He wanted to pay for only a fraction of the new project. Mr. Julius Rainwater, 565 Larson, commented on the 21" line going down Roberts Road and asked if the residents on that street have any drain- age problem. He felt the City needed to look at the field in the fu- ture. Mr. Roger Reinhart, 545 Larson, inquired what would be involved for alternative No. 2 and asked if it would leave the catch basin north on Larson Street to drain into Roberts Road. He was in favor of addi- • tional lines since something needs to be done with the easterly runoff. Alderman Mlinar moved that the City Engineer obtain additional figures for two catch basins, with the project to include the east side of Lar- son Street, a berm and drainage, leaving the present system on Larson draining to the north, look at alternative No. 2 with catch basins on the south and drain to Kay Street, and to talk to Mr. Wagner regard- ing the cost for a right-of-way to his field, and a berm on the south. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to order a report on Project No. 86-14, to set a public hearing for September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8354 and No. 8355. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (d) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR MAINTENANCE OF SOUTHEAST (VOCATIONAL SITE) WATER TOWER (DEFERRED AUGUST 6, 1986) Alderman Mlinar moved to approve and award contract to Maguire Iron at a cost of $18,860 and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8348. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF SURVEY OF SEVEN OUTSTATE CITIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEES • Building Inspector Jim Marka reviewed the survey of cities and recom- H • CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 mended the City retain the 1982 fee schedule already in effect. Dis- cussion was also given to fees for roofing. Alderman Torgerson moved to retain the 1982 fee schedule already in ef- fect. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BIDS) FOR REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES ON LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 9, SOUTH HALF CITY (BID OPENING AUGUST 11, 1986) The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve and award the bids for demolition to Don Rettman Construc- tion & Excavating for $1,648 plus $2,265 alternate compacted fill (bid package #1) and $1,436 plus $550 alternate (bid package #2). The City Engineer requested that the contractor be required to provide the City with a county solid waste permit for dumping debris. Alderman Torger- son amended his motion to include stipulations for dumping of debris. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion carried unanimously. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF HANSEN-NONWEILER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT • Assistant City Clerk Merrill stated this item goes back several years. One assessment was placed on the wrong parcel. The buyer of the prop- erty was informed of the error and a refund was issued. The present property owner believes he should not pay the $1,827.12 assessment, although he did not pay it before. It was the City Attorney's legal opinion to assess it out as in past practice. The amount was due and payable by Hansen. Alderman Mlinar moved to assess it out as in past practice. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL 1986 MAINTENANCE FUNDS Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the request for an additional $13,000 for 1986 street main- tenance. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION ON STATUS OF EMMA LAKE PROPERTY WILLED TO CITY OF HUTCHINSON After discussion, Alderman Carls moved to put the Emma Lake property up for sale. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson. Aldermen Carls amended the motion to obtain two appraisals from local real estate • agents and authorize the City Administrator to prepare an advertisement for bids. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried unanimously. Main motion unanimously carried. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 0 (d) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR GAMBLING DEVICES LICENSE BY FAMILY PLUS INC. AT 40 HOUR WEEK Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to table the item until the August 26, 1986 meeting for further information. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF FIRST PHASE 1986 CONSTRUCTION FOR WOODRIDGE SUBDIVISION City Engineer Priebe reported that Woodridge Subdivision was being fin- alized, and the developers would like to have the first phase construc- tion done. The funds were available in the bond issue. Alderman Torgerson moved to approve project No. 86-13 and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8352 and No. 8353 ordering a re- port and setting a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried, with Alderman Mikulecky abstaining from voting. (f) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 218 AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to • order preparation of assessment roll No. 218, set a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive readings and adopt Reso- lutions No. 8338 and No. 8339. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 219 AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING After discussion, Alderman Carls moved to order the preparation of assessment roll No. 219, set a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 8340 and No. 8341. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion and unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 220 AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to order preparation of assessment roll No. 220, set a public hearing September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M., and to waive read- ings and adopt Resolutions No. 8343 and No. 8344. Motion unanimously carried. (i) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONS AT MIDWEST TRAILER PARK Mr. Sam Ulland, owner of Midwest Trailer Park, presented to the Council • a contract with Mathews Sewer Systems from Glencoe to repair the sani- tary sewer at the trailer court. 0 • CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 The City Attorney informed Mr. Ulland that he did not have a 1986 license from the MN Department of Health to operate the trailer court. Further, four of his units were in violation of municipal regulations. Mr. Ulland would be cited for: 1) a misdemeanor for operating without a license; 2) violation of discharging waste water onto private property; 3) municipality authorize the building department, or an appropriate agency, to hire someone to do the repair work if not done by Mathews one week from today; and 4) the Department of Health was going to pur- sue an injunction against Mr. Ulland for discharing waste water on the ground. However, it may be alleviated if the repair work was done in the next several days. Inspector Marka reported this situation went back to November 1985, and he had little cooperation from the MN Health Department. After discussion, Alderman Carls moved that the City Attorney's recom- mendations become the action of the City. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (j) CONSIDERATION OF STOP SIGN ON CALIFORNIA STREET NORTH The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the stop sign and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 20/86 and set the second reading August 26, 1986. Motion unanimously car- ried. (k) CONSIDERATION OF PERFORMANCE REVIEWS FOR EMPLOYEES WITH JULY AND AUGUST ANNIVERSARY DATES Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the recommen- dations. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried four to one, with Alderman Mikulecky voting nay. (1) CONSIDERATION OF REFINANCING EXISTING INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS FOR HUTCHINSON TELEPHONE COMPANY Mr. Walter Clay, President of the Hutchinson Telephone Company, re- quested a public hearing date to consider refinancing the 1981 IRB. Since interest rates have gone down, the phone company would like to recall their bonds and refinance at a lower interest rate. After discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve and set a public hearing August 28, 1986 at 7:00 P.M. and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8342. Alderman Torgerson seconded the motion and car- ried unanimously. (m) CONSIDERATION OF WAIVING BUILDI14G PERMIT FEE (EXCEPT FOR STATE SURCHARGE) FOR ERECTION OF LOG CABIN BY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, to approve and waive the fee. Motion unanimously 7 « ..�F ��yhy.}'fenlCrlHF"x#r �rt.'.;.1+'a, »'�•'T+$;. _. isCITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 carried. (n) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A SATELLITE LIQUORand carried unanimously. rove a After discussion, Alderman Torgerson made the motion to approve study. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar (o) CONSIDERATION OLFIRENEWING PECTIONSCONTRACT WITH STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR LOCAL HOTEL AND M rove Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and Following ter into a contract, motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve and unanimously carried. (p) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH FOR PROPOSED ALLEY CHANGES fety problem on the east end of the Engineer Priebe reported on the sa church building. Alderman Carls secondoved to table until August 26. The motion failed for lack of a rove, contingent tha osal. Motion seconded by Alderman Mli The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the utilities approve the pro P and carried unanimously. ET (q) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING the budgeUD and seta public Alderman Mlinar moved to approve amending hearing August 26, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. Alderman Carls seconded the mo carried. tion and unanimousl 10. MISCELLANEOUS TANT CITY CLERK (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ASSISwould Assistant Merrill reported a represen g to re ieC wtl the City's 1985 finan- be present at the next Council meeting cial report. It was pointed out that the Council needed to establish some dates o work on the 1981 budget, and the dates would be determined tober 10 he August 26 meeting. The budget has to be adopted application for an on -sale non -intoxicating malt liquor license was Fair Board after the agenda deadline An app Alderman Torgerson received from the McLeod The motion was made by Mon and approval was req to approve and issue the license. seconded by Alderman Miinar, unanimously carried. 10 0 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 It was reported that the rodent problem was being resolved. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS Alderman Carls requested that the City Administrator contact the PCA to obtain figures on what collection fees and percent of total contract other engineering firms were charging for work done on sewage treatment plants. It was the consensus of the Council that Randy DeYries should devote more time to working on the proposed plant and possibly hire an additional person to work at the plant. A question was raised on where the City stands with the solid waste committee. City Engineer Priebe reported the County had a study in progress, and the City had met several times. Alderman Carls inquired if the issue had been resolved as to who was paying for the cost of the handicapped ramp at the public library. It was requested this item be placed on the agenda for the August 26 meeting. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN JOHN MLINAR Alderman Mlinar suggested that Building Inspector Jim Marka be con- tacted to help with the wastewater plant inasmuch as he was knowledge- able in this area. Alderman Mlinar commented on the memorandum received concerning the cost of the police station building. It was reported by Alderman Tor- gerson that at a recent meeting with the architect and building com- mittee, the architect was told to cut the cost to the amount available. (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR PAUL L. ACKLAND Mayor Ackland inquired about the Airport Commission minutes and an out- standing bill. He was informed by the Finance Director it had been re- solved. Mayor Ackland stated the Community Energy Council was considering ap- plying for a $15,000 grant, with 10% or $1,500 matching funds from the City. The grant would cover costs to do an analysis of businesses and recommendations of ways to save energy. The study would be done during the winter months. The grant application will be submitted for ap- proval at the August 26 Council meeting. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, to approve the $1,500 matching funds from the contingency fund. Motion unanimously carried. • It was reported that the City Attorney had not been considered for a cost of living increase the first of the year when the City employees received a three percent increase. The motion was made by Alderman 11 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 12, 1986 Mlinar to approve a three percent cap increase for the City Attorney, • retroactive January 1, 1986. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and carried three to two, with Aldermen Mlinar and Torgerson and Mayor Ack- land voting aye and Aldermen Carl and Mikulecky voting nay. (e) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MARLIN TORGERSON Alderman Torgerson inquired if anything had been heard from Junker San- itation regarding his rate increase. The answer was "nothing." (f) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN PAT MIKULECKY Alderman Mikulecky commented on the memorandum received regarding the use of the motor vehicle machine by a handicapped person. (g) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY JAMES SCHAEFER Attorney Schaefer gave a status report on the lawsuit of McGee vs. the City of Hutchinson. He also stated the insurance company had settled for the full amount on the fire truck accident. (h) COMMUNICATIONS FROM DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING MARLOW V. PRIEBE Engineer Priebe commented on the Gopher Engineering memorandum regard- . ing the railroad track. He stated the track should have some blacktop put in on either side of the track, and this work could be done by the Street Department employees. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 1:05 A.M. 12