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06-10-1991 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JUNE 10, 1991 Vice -Mayor Mlinar reconvened the May 28, 1991 Council meeting. The motion was made by Alderman Erickson, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously carried, to adjourn the May 28, 1991 meeting. 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Vice -Mayor Mlinar. The following were present: Vice -Mayor John Mlinar, Aldermen Craig Lenz, Marlin Torgerson and Don Erickson; Mayor Paul L. Ackland arrived at 8:15 P.M. Also present: City Ad- ministrator Gary D. Plotz, City Engineer John Rodeberg and City Attorney G. Barry Anderson. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Alderman Marlin Torgerson. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of May 28, 1991 were ap- proved as distributed. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - MAY 1991 2. CAER COMMITTEE MINUTES - MAY 9, 1991 3. AIRPORT COMMISSION MINUTES - MAY 20, 1991 4. HOSPITAL BOARD MINUTES - APRIL 16, 1991 The motion was made by Alderman Lenz, seconded by Ald- erman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to order report and minutes filed. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None. 6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SANITARY SEWER SERVICE ON LUDTKE LANE IN JOHNSON'S COURT ADDITION Engineer Rodeberg reported the existing system cannot handle the problems of the two septic systems. He sug- gested doing the sanitary sewer project on Ludtke Lane. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 Carol Van Ort, 930 Ludtke Lane, stated she could not wash clothes at home for the last four months because of the faulty septic system. George Gewerth, 955 Ludtke Lane, commented he had the same problem at his house. He thought that manhole three would resolve the problem, and the manhole would be there when the other residents needed it. The other property owners were not having problems at the present time. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously car- ried, to set a public hearing for the next Council meet- ing of June 25, 1991 at 8:00 P.M. and to waive readings and adopt Resolutions No. 9513 and No. 9514. (b) DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES FOR PROPOSED TRAFFIC CONTROL REVISIONS BY JUNE WICK Dr. Catherine McGinnis, 505 Main Street S., inquired when the Fifth Avenue and Main Street traffic study was done and if any up-to-date counts existed. Engineer Rodeberg stated the traffic counts were done in 1987. The proposed stop light was not scheduled for 1991 or 1992, and nothing would be done until the warrants were met. Dr. James Allen, 505 Main Street S., commented the change in law last summer and truck rerouting had relieved the traffic situation and improved driveway access. He ex- pressed concern regarding heavy traffic in the area with children in the neighborhood. June Wick, 535 Main Street S., stated she represented 32 people and their concerns about a proposed semi -four for Main Street South. She had called MN/DOT and learned the traffic count was 18% lower in 1988. Ms. Wick presented 12 recommendations and suggested moving forward with a bypass, moving the wet lands, and including Hwy. 15 in the proposal. She requested the property owners be noti- fied by mail of any future decisions. The City Engineer reported he had discussed the issues with Ms. Wick. Since Fifth Avenue S. is a collector street and a truck route, it is designed for heavy 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 traffic. The three major traffic accident areas are Main, First and Third Streets. The City's Comprehensive Plan includes a partial bypass and traffic volume improvements. Although the proposals are based on safety reasons, no stop light can be installed until the MN/DOT warrants are met. (c) DISCUSSION OF COUNTRY CLUB TERRACE EVACUATION PLAN Police Chief Madson reported the Country Club Terrace evacuation plan was not in compliance with State Statute. The Council had approved the plan based on information provided; however, the school district has rescinded its previous approval for use of school facilities during severe weather conditions. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously car- ried, to rescind support of the Country Club Terrace evacuation plan, to put it back into the hands of Bill Block and the State, and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 9515. (d) INTRODUCTION OF CITY INTERN STEVE HELGET Steve Helget was introduced as a political science intern from St. Cloud State College who will be working at City Hall for 10 weeks. Mr. Helget informed the Council that one of his projects will be a new community survey, and he will be contacting them for input. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION NO. 9509 - RESOLUTION GRANTING AUTHORITY FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL (SHOPKO PROJECT) The motion was made by Alderman Erickson, seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt. (b) ORDINANCE NO. 91-35 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA, REPEALING SECTION 2.57 OF THE CITY CODE AND AMENDING SECTION 2.58 GOVERNING HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME OPERATIONS AND ADOPTING, BY REFERENCE, CITY CODE CHAPTER 1 AND SECTION 2.99 WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, CONTAIN PENALTY PROVISIONS 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to waive first reading of amended ordinance and set second reading for June 25, 1991. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 9510 - RESOLUTION URGING MCLEOD COUNTY SUPPORT OF LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to defer action. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 9511 - RESOLUTION TO RENAME EAST BRIDGE PARK TO AFS INTERNATIONAL GROVE The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt. (e) RESOLUTION NO. 9512 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Ald- erman Erickson and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF RATE INCREASE FOR JUNKER SANITATION SERVICE TO COVER LANDFILL TIPPING FEES INCREASE (DEFERRED MAY 28, 1991) City Administrator Plotz reported a certified letter was sent to Junker Sanitation requesting additional informa- tion, but no response was received. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lenz, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously car- ried, to defer to the next meeting. (b) CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED TRAFFIC CONTROL REVISIONS Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to accept the traffic proposals as presented and to notify the neighborhood if a traffic light was war- ranted at Hwy. 15 (Main Street) and Fifth Avenue S. 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN HUTCHINSON UTILITIES COMMISSION AND MCLEOD COOPERATIVE POWER ASSOCIATION FOR WAL-MART PROJECT Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried, to approve and enter into agreement. (b) CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING PARKING AT NEW LIQUOR STORE SITE During discussion a four-way stop was suggested. The item was referred back to the Police Chief, and no action was taken. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUESTS TO PURCHASE CITY LAND BY CEMETERY Dr. Tom Lyke and Randy Anderson of Kids, Inc. requested to purchase an abutting parcel of cemetery land from the City. During discussion it was suggested that playground land be leased to Kids, Inc. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to reject the request for land sale. (d) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS FOR PEDDLERS PERMIT FOR MICHAEL MATHIS AND RICHARD SEIPEL Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to defer the permit for Michael Mathis for addi- tional information. The motion was made by Alderman Lenz, seconded by Alder- man Mlinar and unanimously carried, to approve permit for Richard Seipel. (e) CONSIDERATION OF PARKING LOT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF HUTCHINSON AND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 423 Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Erickson, seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously 5 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 carried, to approve and enter into agreement. (f) CONSIDERATION OF PETRO FUND APPLICATION FOR REIMBURSEMENT Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to approve the application. (g) CONSIDERATION OF SETTING DATE FOR ANNUAL CITY PICNIC Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously car- ried, to approve date of August 21, 1991 for City picnic. (h) CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR DEMOLITION, LETTING NO. 15, PROJECT NO. 90-25 Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously car- ried, to approve supplemental agreement No. 3 with Dia- mond 5 Wrecking in the amount of $678.00. (i) DISCUSSION OF SHADY RIDGE CIRCLE DRAINAGE (SKARVEN RESIDENCE) Engineer Rodeberg reported rain had caused the old 12" concrete tile line to collapse under the Skarven driveway area and caused damage to the driveway. A new storm sewer line was installed to service the entire Shady Ridge Circle area. Therefore, the entire area should be assessed for the improvement. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lenz, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously car- ried, to hold a public hearing on July 9, 1991. (j) DISCUSSION OF LAKEVIEW LANE DRAINAGE Engineer Rodeberg stated Gene Betker was having a problem with drainage, and obstruction was cleaned from the line. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to add the $8,000 cost for the Lakeview Lane drainage to the 1991 improvement bond. 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 (k) CONSIDERATION OF AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT UPDATE AND APPROVAL OF SOIL BORING COSTS Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to approve City soil boring cost of $852.50. (1) CONSIDERATION OF MUTUAL RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS FOR RANNOW RELOCATION (SHOPKO PROJECT) Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously car- ried, to approve and enter into agreement. (m) CONSIDERATION OF SITE PLAN UPDATE FOR ROBERT HORNICK PROPERTY (GAS & GROCERY) Mr. Robert Hornick reported that Burger King had with- drawn from the proposed project on the corner of Hwy. 15 & 7. Therefore, he planned to do a $150,000 project of a new 40' X 85' canopy and three new pump islands with a north and south location. Mr. Hornick presented a re- vised site plan of the project approved three years ago. Engineer Rodeberg stated that MN/DOT will be upgrading Hwy. 7 in 1996 which could affect his project and plan. Mr. Hornick commented he had already talked to MN/DOT and felt comfortable with his revised site plan. No action was required to issue building permit. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz reported that a former Southeast Asian resident was killed in an automobile accident in California. The body was shipped back to Hutchinson for burial. Since the family has no money to cover the ceme- tery lot purchase and funeral home expense, it was re- quested the City allow release of one $225 cemetery lot at no charge. The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried, for the City to absorb the $225 cost for the cemetery lot. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN CRAIG LENZ Alderman Lenz inquired about the water meters at Country Club Terrace. City Attorney Anderson stated he had informed Bill Block that the water meters were to be purchased from the City or install meters that meet City requirements. Mr. Block had not contacted the City regarding meters. The pro- posed agreement with Hutch, Inc. is void. It was a unanimous consensus that Country Club Terrace will be billed off the master water meter to determine wastewater charges. Alderman Lenz commented on mud and debris along Seventh Avenue from Colorado. The City Engineer stated the con- tractor had been notified regarding the problem. Following discussion of a letter regarding weeds on pri- vate property, it was the consensus of the Council to en- force the weed policy. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN JOHN MLINAR Alderman Mlinar commented on the request from Burns Manor to extend a $30,000 line of credit. The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Lenz and unani- mously carried, to approve. Alderman Mlinar made reference to the HCDC agenda item for the June 5, 1991 meeting. He stated the proposed separate savings account was for unused training money to be used in the future. This item will be discussed with the Finance Director. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to approve the claims and authorize payment from appropriate funds. 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 10, 1991 12. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:40 P.M.