07-13-1993 CCMMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JULY 13, 1993
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Ackland.
The following were present: Mayor Paul L. Ackland, Councilmen
Craig Lenz, John Mlinar, Marlin Torgerson, and Don Erickson.
Also present: City Administrator Gary D. Plotz, City Engineer
John Rodeberg, and City Attorney G. Barry Anderson.
2. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by the Reverend Max Myers.
3. MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meeting of June 22, 1993 and bid
opening of June 21, 1993 were approved as distributed.
4. ROUTINE ITEMS
(a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - JUNE 1993
2. AIRPORT COMMISSION MINUTES OF JUNE 28, 1993
(b) APPOINTMENTS TO HOSPITAL/NURSING HOME BOARD: JIM MILLS
AND PAULETTE SLANGA
(c) RETAIL ON SALE NON -INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR
HUTCH HUSKIES BASEBALL ASSN. FOR FOUR WEEKENDS
The motion to order the report and minutes filed, to
ratify the appointments, and to issue the license was
made by Councilman Torgerson, seconded by Councilman
Erickson and unanimously carried.
5. PUBLIC HEARING
None
6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY BUILDING OFFICIAL TO ATTEND
OUT-OF-STATE CONFERENCE
The motion to approve was made by Councilman Erickson,
seconded by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR HCVN-TV TO LOCATE IN NEW
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Following discussion, the motion to defer to the July 27,
1993 Council meeting was made by Councilman Lenz,
seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(c) DISCUSSION OF ISSUING 1993 CHRISTMAS TREE SALES PERMIT
Building Official Jim Marka reported one permit holder
had violated the City's off-site premise sign ordinance
for several years after being notified in writing of the
violation. It was recommended he not be issued a Christ-
mas tree sales permit for 1993.
Following discussion, the motion to deny Charles
Pulkrabek a Christmas tree sales permit for 1993 was made
by Councilman Torgerson, seconded by Councilman Lenz and
unanimously carried.
(d) DISCUSSION OF PROJECT NO. 93-06
Mr. Leon Jaster presented a petition with 23 signatures
regarding Project No. 93-06 which the Council had
recently considered. It was the consensus of the Council
that a letter of clarification would be mailed to all
affected residents to explain the scope of the project.
7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
(a) RESOLUTION NO. 9998 - RESOLUTION DESIGNATING LOCATIONS OF
TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
Engineer Rodeberg reviewed the streets listed for
signage. It was recommended to include a 1115 Minute
Parking" zone sign on the north side of Washington Avenue
from Adams Street to a point approximately 260 feet to
the west (Festival Foods entrance) by Councilman
Erickson, seconded by Councilman Torgerson and
unanimously carried.
The motion to waive reading and adopt the amended
Resolution was made by Councilman Lenz, seconded by
Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(b) RESOLUTION NO. 9999 - A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $162,500
FROM HUTCHINSON UTILITIES COMMISSION
The motion to waive reading and adopt was made by
Councilman Torgerson, seconded by Councilman Mlinar and
unanimously carried.
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(c) RESOLUTION NO. 10001 - RESOLUTION TO RELEASE PLEDGED
SECURITIES TO FIRST STATE FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN OF
HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA
The motion to waive reading and adopt was made by
Councilman Mlinar, seconded by Councilman Torgerson and
unanimously carried.
(d) ORDINANCE NO. 93-88 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING
REGULATIONS IN THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON AND THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP
The motion to waive second reading and adopt was made by
Councilman Lenz, seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unani-
mously carried.
(e) ORDINANCE NO. 93-89 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING
REGULATIONS IN THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON AND THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP
The motion to waive second reading and adopt was made by
Councilman Torgerson, seconded by Councilman Lenz and
unanimously carried.
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF NEW LAW CONCERNING EARLY RETIREMENT
INCENTIVE BILL (DEFERRED JUNE 22, 1993)
City Administrator Plotz reported the League of Minnesota
Cities had provided a letter of clarification on the
required position -specific action of the governing body
to replace a retiring employee.
Following discussion, the motion to approve Option 1 of
the early retirement program, to authorize a part-time
liquor store employee, and to waive reading and adopt
Resolution No. 9996 was made by Councilman Torgerson,
seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF SIX MONTH REVIEW OF FLYERS NITE CLUB
INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
Following discussion of unrectified building code
violations, the motion to issue a 30 -day extension to
bring the building up to code was made by Councilman
Erickson and seconded by Councilman Mlinar. The motion
was amended by Councilman Erickson to review the license
on August 24, 1993, and if the licensee is not in
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compliance, to revoke the Flyers Nite Club intoxicating
liquor license. Amended motion seconded by Councilman
Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion unanimously
carried.
(c) CONSIDERATION OF RELOCATION SITE FOR HUTCHINSON IRON &
METAL, INC.
Following discussion of Jay Freedland's relocation
proposal, the motion to defer to the July 27, 1993
Council meeting was made by Councilman Torgerson,
seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
9. NEW BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF BUILDING OFFICIAL PROVIDING TECHNICAL
ASSISTANCE AND HANDICAP CODE ENFORCEMENT FOR LYNN, ACOMA,
HUTCHINSON, AND HASSAN VALLEY TOWNSHIPS
Following discussion, the motion to defer to the July 27,
1993 Council meeting was made by Councilman Torgerson,
seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR TRANSIT GRANT
Following discussion, the motion to approve the
application was made by Councilman Torgerson, seconded by
Councilman Lenz and unanimously carried.
(c) CONSIDERATION OF AUGUSTA BUILDING CORPORATION TAX
INCREMENT FINANCE REQUEST
Following discussion, the motion to accept the HCDC Board
of Directors' recommendation of denial was made by
Councilman Torgerson, seconded by Councilman Mlinar and
unanimously carried.
(d) CONSIDERATION OF ELECTRICAL SERVICE CONDEMNATION
Following a report by Attorney Anderson, the motion to
defer to the July 27, 1993 meeting was made by Councilman
Mlinar, seconded by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously
carried.
(e) CONSIDERATION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT APPEAL FOR PROPERTY
OWNED BY DAKOTA RAIL, INC. (PROJECT NO. 93-07)
Following a report by the City Attorney, the motion to
extend the filing time for a special assessment appeal to
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August 1, 1993, was made by Councilman Erickson, seconded
by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(f) CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1 FOR WATER
STORAGE TANK
Engineer Rodeberg noted the supplemental agreement was to
add conduits and mounting brackets to the project. The
motion to approve was made by Councilman Torgerson,
seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(g) CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NOS. 1 & 2 FOR
FIFTH AVENUE SE
Following discussion, the motion to approve was made by
Councilman Mlinar, seconded by Councilman Torgerson and
unanimously carried.
(h) CONSIDERATION OF NEW ENGINEERING/PLANNING JOB
CLASSIFICATION FOR GIS/CAD TECHNICIAN
The City Engineer reported on the change in job classifi-
cation effective January 1, 1994. No action was taken.
(i) CONSIDERATION OF ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS, ACCEPTING WAIVER OF HEARING AND
ASSESSMENTS, AND ADVERTISING FOR BIDS FOR MORNINGSIDE
COURT (LETTING NO. 9, PROJECT NO. 93-16)
Following discussion, the motion to approve and advertise
for bids on August 16, 1993 at 2:00 P.M., and to waive
readings and adopt Resolutions No. 10003-10005 was made
by Councilman Mlinar, seconded by Councilman Lenz and
unanimously carried.
10. MISCELLANEOUS
(a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Administrator Plotz stated there was a request for a
street light in the cul de sac on Golf View Court. The
motion to approve and refer to the Utilities was made by
Councilman Lenz, seconded by Councilman Torgerson and
unanimously carried.
The City Administrator presented the transient merchant
application from Ryan Bushman. The motion to approve and
issue the permit was made by Councilman Mlinar, seconded
by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried.
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Mr. Plotz reported the City received a 40 percent
response on the cable television survey. He requested
authorization to use summer employees in the Park and
Recreation Department to tally the survey results. The
motion to approve was made by Councilman Mlinar, seconded
by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried.
It was noted alternative regional library systems were
being explored for potential City affiliation. The New
Ulm librarian was contacted for information regarding the
Traverse des Sioux Library System.
Administrator Plotz met with Commissioner Eloi Hamre to
discuss the dispatch issue. The County Commissioners
will discuss the topic at its August meeting.
An update on the proposed elevator move and bond issue
was given by Mr. Plotz.
(b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMAN CRAIG LENZ
Councilman Lenz commented on Director Duane Hoeschen's
letter regarding McLeod County being included in the
Presidential Disaster Declaration. He inquired if the
City would be able to recoup money for the baseball field
and other properties damaged by the recent heavy rains
and flooding.
(c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMAN JOHN MLINAR
Councilman Mlinar asked about the antenna on top of the
new water tower.
(d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMAN MARLIN TORGERSON
Councilman Torgerson requested an update on the Hormel
situation. He also asked about MN/DOT reviewing the Main
Street traffic congestion conditions during the hours of
11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
The motion to have the City Engineer contact MN/DOT for
a traffic count and review of Main Street and to adopt
Resolution No. 10024 was made by Councilman Torgerson,
seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously carried.
(e) COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMAN DON ERICKSON
Councilman Erickson requested Engineer Rodeberg to check
into the status of setting up a meeting for an orderly
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annexation with Lynn Township. He also asked about the
water in the Miller Park area.
(f) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY
Attorney Anderson reported the 20 day waiting period was
about to expire on the Klockman property so he will
provide the property owner with a notice to raze the
building.
(g) COMMUNICATIONS FROM DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
Engineer Rodeberg noted Larry McKimm (McKimm Transit) has
requested annexation into the City and utility service.
The property is 70-80 percent surrounded by the City.
The City Engineer recommended waiting until 1994 to annex
the property.
It was reported that Lance Albers had proposed to do a
portable 41X5' logo sign for the new City Hall for $850.
(h) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR PAUL L. ACKLAND
Mayor Ackland asked about the status of the annexation of
the southwest area property and directed Engineer Rode -
berg to prepare plans for the project.
The Mayor inquired of the City Attorney about the 15 -year
cable contract. He then commented on the League of
Cities upcoming workshop on cable franchises.
11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS
(a) VERIFIED CLAIMS
The motion to approve the claims and authorize payment
from the appropriate funds was made by Councilman
Torgerson, seconded by Councilman Mlinar and unanimously
carried.
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:47
P.M.
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