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05-13-1986 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 13, 1986 1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ackland at 8:00 p.m. The following were present: Alderman Mike Carls, Alderman John Mlinar, Alderman Marlin Torgerson, Alderman Pat M i ku 1 ecky, and Mayor Paul L. Ackland. Also present: City Administrator Gary D. Plotz, Director of Engineering Marlow V. Priebe, and City Attorney James Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend David Natwick. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of April 22, 1986, special meeting of April 28, 1986 and April 29, 1986 and bid opening of April 29, 1986 were approved as distributed. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - APRIL 1986 2. NURSING HOME BOARD MINUTES DATED MARCH 20, 1986 3. PARKS & RECREATION BOARD MINUTES DATED APRIL 2, 1986 4. TREE BOARD MINUTES DATED APRIL 2, 1986 (b) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION TO SELL CIGARETTES AT RETAIL AT ROBERTS PARK CONCESSION STAND Alderman Torgerson moved to file the report and minutes and to issue cigarette license. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO COMMUNITY ENERGY COUNCIL The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to table the appointments. Motion carried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None. 6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON STATUS OF MCLEOD COUNTY HERITAGE CENTER BY CAROL HAUKOS AND EVERETT HANTGE An update report on the status of the proposed Heritage Center was given by Carol Haukos and Everett Hantge. It was noted that two-thirds of the $100,000 needed to build the facility had been raised. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR TO ATTEND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL MEETING MAY 14-16, 1986 Alderman Mlinar moved to approve request. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MAYOR AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ATTEND COALITION OF OUTSTATE CITIES LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE MAY 29-30, 1986 The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously, to approve the request. (d) CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION FROM POLICE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR EXECUTION OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER Vice -Chairman Dick Burgart stated it was the recommendation of the Police Station Building Committee to enter into a contract with Con- struction Analysis And Management, Inc. as construction manager for the proposed police facility. Ms. Sandra DuMez, Vice -President of CAM, explained how the construction manager theory operated. The construc- tion manager's fee would be $15,000 for the design phase services and $20,000 for work or services during the construction phase. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve entering into a contract with Construction Analysis And Management, Inc. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY POLICE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE TO EXECUTE CONTRACT WITH ARCHITECTURAL FIRM OF THORBECK & LAMBERT, INC. It was reported by Vice -Chairman Dick Burgart that CAM, as well as the Committee, recommended Thorbeck & Lambert as the architectural firm for the police station at a proposed fee of 7.5% of the total construction cost. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve entering into an agreement with Thorbeck & Lambert, Inc. as architectural firm. Motion carried unanimously. (f) PRESENTATION OF COST ESTIMATE FOR WATER SERVICE LEADS PROBLEM BY RCM Engineer Dale Watson stated the primary objective of RCM's study would be to determine the cause of the copper service line corrosion problem, curtail the corrosion, and evaluate the existing water quality data. The RCM cost estimate for testing and engineering services would not exceed $7,000 without further City approval. Following discussion, Alderman Carl moved to approve the arrangement with RCM at the stated terms in the agreement. Motion seconded by Ald- erman Torgerson and unanimously carried. 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 139 1986 (g) PETITION FROM RESIDENTS IN MILWAUKEE AVENUE AREA REGARDING REQUEST FOR STOP SIGNS Mr. Jim Sullivan presented a petition with 100 signatures requesting installation of stop signs to stop traffic from the north and south where Franklin, Glen, Brown and Grove Streets intersect Milwaukee Ave- nue. Also, he inquired about speed limit signs in the area. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the requested stop signs and to waive first reading of Ordinance No. 13/86 and set second reading for May 27, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Mlinar to refer the reduced speed and possible speed limit signs to Police Chief O'Borsky for a recommendation. Mo- tion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR PARADE PERMIT FOR ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE ON MAY 26, 1986 Alderman Mlinar moved to approve Memorial Day parade and issue parade permit, waiving permit fee. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and carried unanimously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF WATER DRAINAGE PROBLEM IN MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY AREA Nancy Marshall (37 Fifth Avenue N.W.) and Delores Saar (45 Fifth Ave- nue N.W.) appeared before the Council concerning water drainage prob- lems encountered in their neighborhood. They stated that because of the landscaping at Maplewood Academy, the water runs to the south off of the Academy property onto their property. This has been an on-going problem for several years, and they requested a solution to the situa- tion. The City Engineer suggested the City become involved with the County for drainage into ditch No. 31. Alderman Carls recommended a meeting with the school officials and County representatives, with a tour of the facility, to try to reach a solution to the water drainage problem. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION NO. 8277 - APPOINTING LEGAL COUNSEL The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8277. Motion carried four to one, with Alderman Mikulecky voting nay. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 8278 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE Alderman Carls moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8278. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 1310 1986 (c) RESOLUTION NO. 8279 - RESOLUTION CANVASSING ELECTION RETURNS OF CITY SPECIAL ELECTION HELD MAY 13, 1986 Mr. Kenneth Merrill, Election Clerk, presented to the Council the sealed envelopes containing the count of ballots by precinct. The Council members then proceeded to canvass the election returns of May 13, 1986. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to accept the election results as submitted and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8279. Mo- tion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 8280 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT Motion made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, and carried unanimously. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REZONING AS REQUESTED BY CITY STAFF (WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SITE) WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION (DEFERRED APRIL 22, 1986) Alderman Carls moved to defer this item to the next Council meeting. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF CITY COMPOSTE PROJECT IN FALL 1986 (DEFERRED 4-8-86) Engineer Priebe reported he had discussed the proposed project with Jim Junker, and he was open to the idea. Mr. Junker will be contacting the City Engineer regarding pickup of leaves. Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Ald- erman Torgerson, to approve the composte project. Motion unanimously carried. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AIRPORT DITCH CLEANOUT Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve the proposal of $5,500 from Erickson & Templin to clean out the airport ditch. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF UTILITIES WEST OF SCHOOL ROAD It was reported by Engineer Priebe that total construction for sanitary sewer and watermain extension west of School Road on the proposed serv- ice road and highway by-pass would cost approximately $9,246. 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the total con- struction. Alderman Carls seconded the motion, and it carried unani- mously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY CIVIL AIR PATROL TO MOVE TRAINING CLASSROOM TRAILER TO AIRPORT Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the request of the Civil Air Patrol. Motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT City Engineer Priebe stated there was a problem with the storm sewer in the area of Prospect Street between Fifth Avenue N.E. and Sixth Avenue N.E. It was his recommendation to hire Juul Contracting for a cost of $1,670 to connect old lines with the new system in the area. After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the improvement work. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (e) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR WINE LICENSE FOR SHAKEY'S PIZZA The motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to set a public hearing for May 27, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. (f) CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT FOR AUTO ACCIDENT OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 City Attorney Schaefer commented that the CNA insurance company had offered the City a 70% settlement on an accident involving a street department truck and a Rockite Silo vehicle. It was his recommenda- tion to accept the settlement. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve the settlement. Motion unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT FOR HUTCHINSON FIRE TRUCK/MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT OF JUNE 16, 1985 It was reported by the City Attorney that Western National Mutual In- surance Company had offered to pay 50% of the damages done to the fire truck. After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to reject the proposed set- tlement. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. Motion made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, to authorize initiation of legal action in McLeod County Court by the City Attorney. Motion unanimously carried. 5 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 131 1986 (h) CONSIDERATION OF EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF ASSISTANT TO ENGINEER Following discussion, Alderman Mikulecky moved to defer action to the next Council meeting for additional information. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF OBTAINING APPRAISAL FOR SERVICE ROAD ON T.H. 7 WEST IN CONJUNCTION WITH HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT The City Engineer recommended the City obtain a land cost appraisal from the State for the service road on T.H. 7 West. Mr. Jim Thiesfeld, manager of Big Bear, stated that traffic from his business location would have to go west to go into town. He suggested the service road start at California Street, eliminating this problem. Engineer Priebe commented it was not feasible to have a road on Cali- fornia. Also, this is a proposed State Highway Department project, and the City did not prepare the plans. The motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried, to authorize the City Administrator to obtain an appraisal from the State. (j) DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE LIGHTING IN CITY PARKING LOTS Following discussion of lighting in the city parking lots, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to refer to the Utilities a recommenda- tion for lighting in the Wigen parking lot. Motion seconded by Alder- man Carls and unanimously carried. (k) DISCUSSION OF ENFORCEMENT OF SIGN ORDINANCE City Administrator Plotz stated the sign ordinance is a part of the City's zoning ordinance. However, the Building Official encounters op- position to his authority to enforce it. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Council for the staff to be consistent in enforc- ing the sign ordinance. (1) CONSIDERATION OF INSTALLATION OF HANDICAP RAMP NEAR ENTRANCE OF PUBLIC LIBRARY (REQUESTED BY ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS) Engineer Priebe reported there was no requirement in the building code to have a handicap ramp in front of the library door. The architect was contacted, and he was not willing to pay for any changes in the plans. Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to refer the matter to the City Engineer to obtain a price estimate on the cost of putting in a handicap ramp. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (m) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF IBM COMPUTER FOR BURNS MANOR NURSING HOME 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 Director Mavis Geier and Larry Graf, president of the Nursing Home Board, presented a report on the IBM computer to be purchased for the Nursing Home. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve the purchase agreement for $14,704. Mo- tion carried unanimously. (n) CONSIDERATION OF REDUCING TENNIS COURT FEE FOR YOUTH Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve a reduced fee of $4/hour/court for youth. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (o) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR FUNDS FOR EXCAVATION OF FILL AT RECREATION CENTER After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve excavation of fill at an estimated cost of $2,000 to $3,000. Motion carried unanimously. (p) CONSIDERATION OF LATE NIGHT USE OF SOFTBALL FIELD AT ROBERTS PARK It was reported that the Hutchinson Technology Inc. softball league had requested to play softball for the 1986 season on Tuesday nights from 12:00 midnight to 1:30 a.m., as in the past. Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the request. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (q) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY LAWCON/LCMR GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR TARTAN PARK AND LINDEN PARK Director Bruce Ericson explained the two grant applications and stated they would be based on a 50/50 match. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the grant applications. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz reported that he, the City Engineer, City At- torney and Jim Knutson of Lynn Township had met today with Atty. Curt Bradford regarding the Albertson annexation. It was reported that a meeting with 3M representatives and Jim Junker would be held on May 14 concerning landfills and the McKimm Transit agreement with 3M. Also, Director Ericson and City Administrator Plotz would be meeting with Supt. Matejka on May 14 to discuss the use of city facilities and rental costs. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 Administrator Plotz stated the County Assessor's office had requested to change the time for the Board of Review meeting on June 6 from 10:00 a.m, to 9:00 a.m. After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to change the date and time to the afternoon on June 5 at 4:00 p.m. Motion sec- onded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. The Hutchinson Baseball Association submitted an application for re- newal of its gambling license after the Council packet went out. Ap- proval was requested. The motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve the license, contingent upon Chief O'Borsky's approval. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion and carried unanimously. Donohue staff held a three day meeting at City Hall the end of April with the City Engineer and City Administrator to complete some require- ments of the MPCA on the proposed wastewater treatment plant. Further discussion was given to the water drainage problem in the area of Maplewood Academy. It was the consensus of the Council to establish a meeting for May 28, 5:00 p.m., at Maplewood Academy with school rep- resentatives, County Commissioners Larry Wendorff and Howard Christen- sen, City Engineer, City Administrator and Councilmen. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS Alderman Carls reported he had received several cal is the previous eve- ning regarding water problems caused from the downpour of rain. Con- siderable time was spent discussing the storm sewer system and its cap- ability to handle a large volume of water. The City Engineer was re- quested to prepare a report on alternatives and a cost estimate for al- ternatives to the Sunset Street water/storm sewer problem. Also, the City Attorney was asked to review the law on storm sewer utility systems. Alderman Carls was concerned that a solution be found for the water problem on Larson Street. City Engineer Priebe stated the problem went back to the line on Roberts Road that connected to a line from the school. The City had expanded the storm sewer that tied in to that line. There was a need for a new line, or additional line, from Kay to Larson Street, an extra set of catch basins on Larson, and tile lines in back yards to pick up surface water off the street, and tile lines on the boulevard. A storm sewer could be put in part way and the re- mainder put in later. Alderman Carls requested a report on the cost for new line, deeper line, larger capacity, and drains in back yards and along the boulevards, as well as additional catch basins. Also, Alderman Carls asked for a report on the assessments for the Larson Street improvement project. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR PAUL L. ACKLAND Mayor Ackland requested that the May 27 Council agenda include the re- quests for city funding submitted by various groups. M CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Engineer Priebe reported the specifications for the recreation facility were not followed. It was his recommendation to contact the architect regarding the problem. Alderman Torgerson moved that Korngiebel Arch- itects be notified that the specifications were not followed according to the blueprints and it be taken care of at his expense, or be taken care of. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS A question was raised regarding seven boat licenses and two snowmobile licenses paid by the City. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the claims and authorize pay- ment from the appropriate funds. Motion carried unanimously. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 12:50 A.M. Attest: City Administrator Mayor W MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL . TUESDAY, MAY 13, 1986 1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ackland at 8:00 p.m. The following were present: Alderman Mike Carls, Alderman John Mlinar, Alderman Marlin Torgerson, Alderman Pat Mikulecky, and Mayor Paul L. Ackland. Also present: City Administrator Gary D. Plotz, Director of Engineering Marlow V. Priebe, and City Attorney James Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend David Natwick. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of April 22, 1986, special meeting of April 28, 1986 and April 29, 1986 and bid opening of April 29, 1986 were approved as distributed. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - APRIL 1986 . 2. NURSING HOME BOARD MINUTES DATED MARCH 20, 1986 3. PARKS & RECREATION BOARD MINUTES DATED APRIL 2, 1986 4. TREE BOARD MINUTES DATED APRIL 2, 1986 (b) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION TO SELL CIGARETTES AT RETAIL AT ROBERTS PARK CONCESSION STAND Alderman Torgerson moved to file the report and minutes and to issue cigarette license. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO COMMUNITY ENERGY COUNCIL The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to table the appointments. Motion carried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None. 6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON STATUS OF MCLEOD COUNTY HERITAGE CENTER BY CAROL HAUKOS AND EVERETT HANTGE . An update report on the status of the proposed Heritage Center was given by Carol Haukos and Everett Hantge. It was noted that two-thirds of the $100,000 needed to build the facility had been raised. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR TO • ATTEND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL MEETING MAY 14-16, 1986 Alderman Mlinar moved to approve request. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MAYOR AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ATTEND COALITION OF OUTSTATE CITIES LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE MAY 29-30, 1986 The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously, to approve the request. (d) CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION FROM POLICE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR EXECUTION OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER Vice -Chairman Dick Burgart stated it was the recommendation of the Police Station Building Committee to enter into a contract with Con- struction Analysis And Management, Inc. as construction manager for the proposed police facility. Ms. Sandra DuMez, Vice -President of CAM, explained how the construction manager theory operated. The construc- tion manager's fee would be $15,000 for the design phase services and $20,000 for work or services during the construction phase. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve entering into a contract with Construction Analysis And Management, Inc. Motion • seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY POLICE STATION BUILDING COMMITTEE TO EXECUTE CONTRACT WITH ARCHITECTURAL FIRM OF THORBECK & LAMBERT, INC. It was reported by Vice -Chairman Dick Burgart that CAM, as well as the Committee, recommended Thorbeck & Lambert as the architectural firm for the police station at a proposed fee of 7.5% of the total construction cost. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve entering into an agreement with Thorbeck & Lambert, Inc. as architectural firm. Motion carried unanimously. (f) PRESENTATION OF COST ESTIMATE FOR WATER SERVICE LEADS PROBLEM BY RCM Engineer Dale Watson stated the primary objective of RCM's study would be to determine the cause of the copper service line corrosion problem, curtail the corrosion, and evaluate the existing water quality data. The RCM cost estimate for testing and engineering services would not exceed $7,000 without further City approval. Following discussion, Alderman Carls moved to approve the arrangement with RCM at the stated terms in the agreement. Motion seconded by Ald- erman Torgerson and unanimously carried. 0 0 • CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 (g) PETITION FROM RESIDENTS IN MILWAUKEE AVENUE AREA REGARDING REQUEST FOR STOP SIGNS Mr. Jim Sullivan presented a petition with 100 signatures requesting installation of stop signs to stop traffic from the north and south where Franklin, Glen, Brown and Grove Streets intersect Milwaukee Ave- nue. Also, he inquired about speed limit signs in the area. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the requested stop signs and to waive first reading of Ordinance No. 13/86 and set second reading for May 27, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Mlinar to refer the reduced speed and possible speed limit signs to Police Chief O'Borsky for a recommendation. Mo- tion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR PARADE PERMIT FOR ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE ON MAY 26, 1986 Alderman Mlinar moved to approve Memorial Day parade and issue parade permit, waiving permit fee. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and carried unanimously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF WATER DRAINAGE PROBLEM IN MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY AREA Nancy Marshall (37 Fifth Avenue N.W.) and Delores Saar (45 Fifth Ave- nue N.W.) appeared before the Council concerning water drainage prob- lems encountered in their neighborhood. They stated that because of the landscaping at Maplewood Academy, the water runs to the south off of the Academy property onto their property. This has been an on-going problem for several years, and they requested a solution to the situa- tion. The City Engineer suggested the City become involved with the County for drainage into ditch No. 31. Alderman Carls recommended a meeting with the school officials and County representatives, with a tour of the facility, to try to reach a solution to the water drainage problem. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION NO. 8277 - APPOINTING LEGAL COUNSEL The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8277. Motion carried four to one, with Alderman Mikulecky voting nay. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 8278 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE Alderman Carls moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8278. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 (c) RESOLUTION NO. 8279 - RESOLUTION CANVASSING ELECTION RETURNS OF CITY SPECIAL ELECTION HELD MAY 13, 1986 Mr. Kenneth Merrill, Election Clerk, presented to the Council the sealed envelopes containing the count of ballots by precinct. The Council members then proceeded to canvass the election returns of May 13, 1986. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar to accept the election results as submitted and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8279. Mo- tion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 8280 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT Motion made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Carls, and carried unanimously. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REZONING AS REQUESTED BY CITY STAFF (WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SITE) WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION (DEFERRED APRIL 22, 1986) Alderman Carls moved to defer this item to the next Council meeting. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF CITY COMPOSTE PROJECT IN FALL 1986 (DEFERRED 4-8-86) Engineer Priebe reported he had discussed the proposed project with Jim Junker, and he was open to the idea. Mr. Junker will be contacting the City Engineer regarding pickup of leaves. Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Ald- erman Torgerson, to approve the composte project. Motion unanimously carried. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AIRPORT DITCH CLEANOUT Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve the proposal of $5,500 from Erickson & Templin to clean out the airport ditch. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF UTILITIES WEST OF SCHOOL ROAD It was reported by Engineer Priebe that total construction for sanitary sewer and watermain extension west of School Road on the proposed serv- ice road and highway by-pass would cost approximately $9,246. 0 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the total con- struction. Alderman Carls seconded the motion, and it carried unani- mously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY CIVIL AIR PATROL TO MOVE TRAINING CLASSROOM TRAILER TO AIRPORT 5 Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the request of the Civil Air Patrol. Motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT City Engineer Priebe stated there was a problem with the storm sewer in the area of Prospect Street between Fifth Avenue N.E. and Sixth Avenue N.E. It was his recommendation to hire Juul Contracting for a cost of $1,670 to connect old lines with the new system in the area. After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the improvement work. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (e) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR WINE LICENSE FOR SHAKEY'S PIZZA The motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to . set a public hearing for May 27, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. (f) CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT FOR AUTO ACCIDENT OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 City Attorney Schaefer commented that the CNA insurance company had offered the City a 70% settlement on an accident involving a street department truck and a Rockite Silo vehicle. It was his recommenda- tion to accept the settlement. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve the settlement. Motion unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT FOR HUTCHINSON FIRE TRUCK/MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT OF JUNE 16, 1985 It was reported by the City Attorney that Western National Mutual In- surance Company had offered to pay 50% of the damages done to the fire truck. After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to reject the proposed set- tlement. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and carried unanimously. Motion made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, to authorize initiation of legal action in McLeod County Court by the City . Attorney. Motion unanimously carried. 5 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 (h) CONSIDERATION OF EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF ASSISTANT TO ENGINEER • Following discussion, Alderman Mikulecky moved to defer action to the next Council meeting for additional information. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF OBTAINING APPRAISAL FOR SERVICE ROAD ON T.H. 7 WEST IN CONJUNCTION WITH HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT The City Engineer recommended the City obtain a land cost appraisal from the State for the service road on T.H. 7 West. Mr. Jim Thiesfeld, manager of Big Bear, stated that traffic from his business location would have to go west to go into town. He suggested the service road start at California Street, eliminating this problem. Engineer Priebe commented it was not feasible to have a road on Cali- fornia. Also, this is a proposed State Highway Department project, and the City did not prepare the plans. The motion was made by Alderman Carls, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried, to authorize the City Administrator to obtain an appraisal from the State. (j) DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE LIGHTING IN CITY PARKING LOTS Following discussion of lighting in the city parking lots, the motion is was made by Alderman Torgerson to refer to the Utilities a recommenda- tion for lighting in the Wigen parking lot. Motion seconded by Alder- man Carls and unanimously carried. (k) DISCUSSION OF ENFORCEMENT OF SIGN ORDINANCE City Administrator Plotz stated the sign ordinance is a part of the City's zoning ordinance. However, the Building Official encounters op- position to his authority to enforce it. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Council for the staff to be consistent in enforc- ing the sign ordinance. (1) CONSIDERATION OF INSTALLATION OF HANDICAP RAMP NEAR ENTRANCE OF PUBLIC LIBRARY (REQUESTED BY ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS) Engineer Priebe reported there was no requirement in the building code to have a handicap ramp in front of the library door. The architect was contacted, and he was not willing to pay for any changes in the plans. Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to refer the matter to the City Engineer to obtain a price estimate on the cost of putting in a handicap ramp. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (m) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF IBM COMPUTER FOR BURNS MANOR NURSING HOME. 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 7 Director Mavis Geier and Larry Graf, president of the Nursing Home Board, presented a report on the IBM computer to be purchased for the Nursing Home. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve the purchase agreement for $14,704. Mo- tion carried unanimously. (n) CONSIDERATION OF REDUCING TENNIS COURT FEE FOR YOUTH Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve a reduced fee of $4/hour/court for youth. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (o) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR FUNDS FOR EXCAVATION OF FILL AT RECREATION CENTER After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve excavation of fill at an estimated cost of $2,000 to $3,000. Motion carried unanimously. (p) CONSIDERATION OF LATE NIGHT USE OF SOFTBALL FIELD AT ROBERTS PARK It was reported that the Hutchinson Technology Inc, softball league had • requested to play softball for the 1986 season on Tuesday nights from 12:00 midnight to 1:30 a.m., as in the past. Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the request. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (q) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY LAWCON/LCMR GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR TARTAN PARK AND LINDEN PARK Director Bruce Ericson explained the two grant applications and stated they would be based on a 50/50 match. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson to approve the grant applications. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and carried unanimously. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz reported that he, the City Engineer, City At- torney and Jim Knutson of Lynn Township had met today with Atty. Curt Bradford regarding the Albertson annexation. It was reported that a meeting with 3M representatives and Jim Junker would be held on May 14 concerning landfills and the McKimm Transit agreement with 3M. Also, Director Ericson and City Administrator Plotz would be meeting with Supt. Matejka on May 14 to discuss the use of is city facilities and rental costs. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 Administrator Plotz stated the County Assessor's office had requested to change the time for the Board of Review meeting on June 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. After discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to change the date and time to the afternoon on June 5 at 4:00 p.m. Motion sec- onded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. The Hutchinson Baseball Association submitted an application for re- newal of its gambling license after the Council packet went out. Ap- proval was requested. The motion was made by Alderman Carls to approve the license, contingent upon Chief O'Borsky's approval. Alderman Mlinar seconded the motion and carried unanimously. Donohue staff held a three day meeting at City Hall the end of April with the City Engineer and City Administrator to complete some require- ments of the MPCA on the proposed wastewater treatment plant. Further discussion was given to the water drainage problem in the area of Maplewood Academy. It was the consensus of the Council to establish a meeting for May 28, 5:00 p.m., at Maplewood Academy with school rep- resentatives, County Commissioners Larry Wendorff and Howard Christen- sen, City Engineer, City Administrator and Councilmen. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS Alderman Carls reported he had received several calls the previous eve ning regarding water problems caused from the downpour of rain. Con- siderable time was spent discussing the storm sewer system and its cap- ability to handle a large volume of water. The City Engineer was re- quested to prepare a report on alternatives and a cost estimate for al- ternatives to the Sunset Street water/storm sewer problem. Also, the City Attorney was asked to review the law on storm sewer utility systems. Alderman Carls inquired about the assessments on the Larson Street improvement project. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR PAUL L. ACKLAND Mayor Ackland requested that the May 27 Council agenda include the re- quests for city funding submitted by various groups. (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Engineer Priebe reported the specifications for the recreation facility were not followed. It was his recommendation to contact the architect regarding the problem. Alderman Torgerson moved that Korngiebel Arch- itects be notified that the specifications were not followed according to the blueprints and it be taken care of at his expense, or be taken care of. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS T 0 0 0 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MAY 13, 1986 A question was raised regarding seven boat licenses and two snowmobile licenses paid by the City. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve the claims and authorize pay- ment from the appropriate funds. Motion carried unanimously. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 12:50 a.m. W