05-11-1993 CCMMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, MAY 11, 1993
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Vice -President
Mlinar. The following were present: Vice -President John
Mlinar, Council members Craig Lenz and Marlin Torgerson.
Absent: Mayor Paul L. Ackland and Council member Don Erickson.
Also present: City Administrator Gary D. Plotz, City Engineer
John Rodeberg, and City Attorney G. Barry Anderson (arrived at
8:00 P.M.).
2. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by the Reverend Brian Brosz.
3. MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meetings of April 13 and April 27,
1993 and bid opening of May 10, 1993 were approved as
distributed.
4. ROUTINE ITEMS
(a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
1. BUILDING OFFICIAL'S REPORT - APRIL 1993
2. PARK & RECREATION BOARD MINUTES OF MARCH 31, 1993
3. AIRPORT COMMISSION MINUTES OF APRIL 26, 1993
(b) APPLICATION FOR TRANSIENT MERCHANT LICENSE BY RICHARD
ALLEN SEIPEL, DBA THE COUNTRY STOP
(c) APPLICATION FOR ON -SALE :ETON- AJTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR
LICENSE BY HUTCHINSON HUSK ES 41ATEUR BASEBALL ASSN.
The motion was made by Councilman Torgerson, seconded by
Councilman Lenz and unanimously carried, to order the
report and minutes filed and to issue licenses.
5. PUBLIC HEARING
None.
6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
None.
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7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
(a) ORDINANCE NO. 93-80 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA, AMENDING SECTION 3.20, SUBD. 2 OF
THE HUTCHINSON CITY CODf�� AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE CITY
CODE CHAPTER 1 AND SECTION 2.99 WHICH, AMONG OTHER
THINGS, CONTAIN PENALTY PROVISIONS
The motion was made by Councilman Lenz, seconded by
Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to waive
second reading and adopt.
(b) RESOLUTION NO. 9934 - RESOLUTION TO RENAME J -CROW DEMOLAY
TO KIWANIS PARK
The motion was made by Councilman Lenz, seconded by
Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to waive
reading and adopt.
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(a) DISCUSSION OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY OPERATING PULL
TABS AT HUTCH BOWL (DEFERRED FEBRUARY 9, 1993)
City Administrator Plotz reported he had surveyed the
local gambling license holders. They were opposed to an
outside organization operating pull tabs within the City
since their proceeds were disbursed locally.
Following discussion, Councilman Torgerson moved to
reject the request. Motion seconded by Councilman Lenz
and unanimously carried.
9. NEW BUSINESS
(a) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR SALE OF CITY -OWNED
PROPERTY (SE CORNER LOT OF SECOND AVENUE & HURON)
Following discussion, Councilman Torgerson moved to
approve and accept the bid of $7,005.00, award the
contract to Louis Brunner, and waive first reading of
Ordinance No. 93-81 and set the second reading for May
25, 1993. Motion seconded by Councilman Lenz and
unanimously carried.
(b) CONSIDERATION OF YOUTH CENTER RECOMMENDATION
Director Dolf Moon reported on the various board
recommendations regarding the youth center. It was noted
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the lease for the present youth center site expires May
31, 1993.
Following discussion, Councilman Torgerson moved to defer
to the next meeting. Motion seconded by Councilman Lenz
and unanimously carried.
(c) CONSIDERATION OF TERMINATING LETTING NO. 3, PROJECT
NO. 92-05 (ADAMS STREET/TH 22)
Following discussion, the motion was made by Councilman
Torgerson, seconded by Councilman Lenz and unanimously
carried, to approve termination and to waive reading and
adopt Resolution No. 9935.
(d) CONSIDERATION OF STATE OF MINNESOTA ACQUIRING AIRPORT
PROPERTY ALONG TRUNK HIGHWAY 15
City Engineer Rodeberg reported the state project would
involve widening the shoulders and changing the side
slopes for safety reasons past the airport.
Following discussion, Councilman Lenz moved to approve.
Motion seconded by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously
carried.
(e) CONSIDERATION OF REASSESSMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY AND
BERNARD MCRAITH FOR TWO LOTS IN PADEN ADDITION
Engineer Rodeberg stated property owner Bernard McRaith
had requested Lot 5, Block 2, Paden First Addition have
its present assessment annulled and reassessed over a
five year period at seven percent interest.
Following discussion, Councilman Lenz moved to approve
and enter into an agreement of reassessment. Motion
seconded by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried.
10. MISCELLANEOUS
(a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Administrator Plotz noted the City had received approxi-
mately 30 telephone calls regarding carpets and pads
damaged from the recent flash flood. The residents had
inquired what to do with the ruined carpeting. When
contacted, Aagard West did not want to do a pick up. Mr.
Plotz suggested the City place a dumpster at a convenient
site for people to dispose of ruined carpets and pads.
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Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Council
that the City provide a dumpster for water damaged
carpeting and pads only,,Wich the directors to determine
the location for the dumpster.
The City Council was reminded of the Board of Review to
be held May 13, 1993, at 4:30 P.M. in City Hall.
Mr. Plotz reported he had submitted three presentations
for the League of Minnesota Cities "City Achievement
Awards," namely, for the Fire Department, the Shopko and
Festival Foods projects, and for the Downtown Development
project.
During discussion of the Sheppard property at 15 Franklin
Street North, it was noted the shingles needed to be
replaced and many of the window frames were rotted.
Councilman Torgerson moved to offer the 1993 appraised
value of $56,000.00 for purchase of the Sheppard
property. Motion seconded by Councilman Lenz and unani-
mously carried.
Administrator Plotz stated the American Legion submitted
an application for a non -intoxicating malt liquor license
for May 16, 1993. The motion was made by Councilman Tor-
gerson, seconded by Councilman Lenz and unanimously
carried, to approve and issue license.
The City Administrator noted Hutchinson Manufacturing was
celebrating its 40th anniversary. He suggested the
Council adopt a Resolution of Recognition. The motion
was made by Councilman Lenz, seconded by Councilman Tor-
gerson and unanimously carried, to waive reading and
adopt Resolution No. 9936.
(b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMAN CRAIG LENZ
Councilman Lenz inquired about the status of the
annexation proceedings for the southwest area of town.
There was discussion of the May 10 City Hall open house
results. It was the consensus of the Council to proceed
with a public hearing at the May 25, 1993 City Council
meeting.
It was noted that the baseball diamond was flooded, and
a scheduled baseball tournament had to be relocated.
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(c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMAN MARLIN TORGERSON
Councilman Torgersoii sL ate�pl :he wanted to receive a HCDC
quarterly report.
It was reported the F°ure Culture Products plant had
requested a crosswalk across Jefferson for employee
access to the Festival Foods store. City staff will
review the situation.
Councilman Torgerson inquired about the second composting
class. It was reported 380 people signed up for the
course and 300 attended. Out of those in attendance, 85
percent indicated they would compost kitchen waste. The
City is considering another composting class in the fall.
Councilman Torgerson requested a report on the pigeon
trapping for the next meeting.
(d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY
Attorney Anderson commented on the appeal from Word of
Life Church for a 1992 assessment dispute on Letting No.
6, Project No. 92-10. He stated the church would be
willing to accept a settlement proposal of $6,000 for
assessments on Lot 1, Block 3, Paden First Addition, Roll
No. SA -278.
Following discussion, Councilman Torgerson moved to
approve a settlement agreement with Word of Life Church
and to direct the City Attorney to settle the 1992
assessments for $6,000. Motion seconded by Councilman
Lenz and unanimously carried.
The City Attorney commented on the electrical service
dispute between the Hutchinson Utilities and the McLeod
County Co -Op. Following discussion, Councilman Lenz
moved to approve beginning litigation. Motion seconded
by Councilman Torgerson and unanimously carried.
(e) COMMUNICATIONS FROM VICE-PRESIDENT JOHN MLINAR
Vice -President Mlinar commented on May 17-21 being "Try
Transit Week."
(f) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ENGINEER
Engineer Rodeberg reported a meeting was scheduled to
review problems result -'ng from the flood damage. The
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water flow over the dam was the fifth highest on record.
It was noted there was a request for street light
replacement on Monro'+"%
11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS
(a) VERIFIED CLAIMS
The motion was made by Councilman Lenz, seconded by Coun-
cilman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to approve the
claims and authorize payment from appropriate funds.
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:45
P.M.
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