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02-26-1990 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1990 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Ackland. The following were present: Mayor Paul L. Ackland, Aldermen 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 Robert Brauer. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of February 13, 1990 and bid opening of February 20, 1990 were approved as distributed. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. FINANCIAL REPORT - JANUARY 1990 2. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - JANUARY 16, 1990 The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Ald- erman Mlinar and unanimously carried, to order the report and minutes filed. 5. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M. (a) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 90-17 (CONTINUED FROM FEB. 13, 1990) Engineer Rodeberg reported that the developer had decided to finance and construct the proposed storm sewer improvement. Therefore, he was waiting for a letter from the developer stating this fact. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to table un- til the next City Council meeting. Motion seconded by Ald- erman Erickson. The motion was amended by Alderman Tor- gerson to table until the City received a letter from the developer. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion unanimously carried. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 1990 Page 2 21 7. 8. PT COMMUNICATIONS. REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) PRESENTATION BY MN/DOT REGARDING TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND TURN LANES ON T.H. 15 & T.H. 7 AND BLUFF STREET AND TRAFFIC LANE STRIPING ALTERNATIVES FOR MAIN STREET Engineer Keith Voss of MN/DOT gave a presentation on the two proposed projects for Hutchinson and requested approval of the traffic control signal agreement. He stated there were four options to resolve the accident problem on Main Street, and option No. 3 was his recommendation. Following discus- sion, no decision was reached regarding traffic lane strip- ing. Alderman Mlinar moved to approve and enter into contract for traffic control signal and waive reading and adopt Resolu- tion No. 9204. Motion seconded by Alderman Lenz and unani- mously carried. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION NO. 9203 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried, to authorize discontinuation unless other arrangements were made. (b) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING NECESSARY ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING OF PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT SITE (REQUESTED BY CITY ATTORNEY) Attorney Anderson stated there were some legal issues to resolve prior to testing. The City needs to know what kind of environmental issues they are dealing with. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 1990 Page 3 the testing. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unani- mously carried. Upon the recommendation of the City Attorney, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve a public hearing for creating a new tax increment district on or before April 27, 1990. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING SECTION 10.06 OF CITY ORDINANCE CODE PERTAINING TO ANIMAL LICENSING AND REGULATION Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 90-17 and set second reading for March 13, 1990. Motion seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously carried. (d) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR 1990 POLICE PATROL CAR Upon the recommendation of Supervisor Meier, Alderman Tor- gerson moved to approve and award contract to Myron Wigen Motor Co. for one new 1990 Chevrolet police vehicle in the amount of $14,954. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (e) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR USED SINGLE AXLE FLAT BED DUMP TRUCK FOR STREET DEPARTMENT Upon the recommendation of Supervisor Meier, Alderman Mlinar moved to accept the bid and award contract to Mankato Mack for a 1985 Mack truck in the amount of $20,950 and also sell the City -owned 1968 Chevrolet flat bed truck to Carlie Karg, highest bidder, for $1,210. Motion seconded by Alderman Erickson and unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF SETTING DATE OF MAY 3, 1990 AT 4:30 P.M. FOR LOCAL BOARD OF REVIEW Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve date. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR LETTING NO. 2, PROJECT NO. 90-08, AND ADVERTISING FOR BIDS Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the plans and specifications for project No. 90-08, to advertise for bids on April 2, 1990 at 2:00 P.M., and waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 9201. Motion seconded by CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 1990 Page 4 Alderman Lenz and unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO HOLD SPECIAL ELECTION FOR FINANCING HOSPITAL/CLINIC IMPROVEMENTS IN AMOUNT OF $15,350,000 On behalf of the Hospital Board, Diane Gilmer read a letter from President Robert Durfee which addressed the plans for expansion and reorganization of the hospital and related facilities. It was the recommendation of the Board that the City support a special election for general obligation reve- nue bonds in the amount of $15,350,000. It was pointed out that the bonds would save the hospital considerable savings on financing and there would be no additional taxes for the residents. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson made a motion to approve authorization to hold a special election for fi- nancing the hospital/clinic improvements in the amount of $15,350,000 and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 9202. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar. The motion was amended by Alderman Torgerson to hold a special election on April 3, 1990. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. Main motion unanimously carried. Bond Consultant Bill Fahey reported that Ehlers & Associates was going to use the services of Standard & Poors for the bond rating. He then commented on the financing of $2,000,- 000 worth of hospital equipment and requested authorization for publication of a public hearing notice. Following discussion, Alderman Lenz made a motion to hold a special hearing on March 15, 1990 at 5:30 P.M. Motion sec- onded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (i) CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT ON SOUTH GRADE ROAD REQUESTED BY FRANK FAY WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the lot split. Motion seconded by Alderman Lenz and unanimously carried. (j) CONSIDERATION OF SKETCH PLAN IN HASSAN VALLEY SUBMITTED BY ARLAND BEBENSEE (TWO MILE RADIUS) WITH UNFAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 1990 Page 5 Alderman Torgerson moved to refer to the County with rejec- tion based on improper use of the property, failure to com- ply with the Comprehensive Plan, and appropriateness of design. Motion seconded by Alderman Lenz and carried, with Alderman Erickson abstaining from voting. (k) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT SHORELAND MANAGEMENT RULES PER MINNESOTA STATUTE 6120.2500 - 6120.3900 AND APPROVAL OF 50/50 GRANT APPLICATION Following discussion, Alderman Lenz moved to approve the grant application. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz reminded the Council of the infor- mational meeting to be held on March 1, 7:00 P.M., regarding the proposed retail redevelopment on the north end of Main Street. Mr. Plotz requested that the Council members turn in their prioritized list of objectives for 1990 so that it could be compiled. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN JOHN MLINAR Alderman Mlinar inquired about the proposed lanes on Main Street. Engineer Rodeberg stated that MN/DOT would provide the Council with additional supporting information. It was reported that the residents on South Grade Road had expressed an interest in saving the trees and putting in a sidewalk in the area. Alderman Mlinar asked if the DNR had posted signs for snow- mobile trails as it appeared the machines were traveling all over. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MARLIN TORGERSON Alderman Torgerson reported a recommendation from the Safety Council to reduce the speed on Hwy. 15 South from the ceme- tery on out. A request will be sent to the Council to look at the speed on Hwy. 7 East after construction has been com- pleted on Hwy. 7 East. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 1990 Page 6 (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN DON ERICIKSON Alderman Erickson commented on the Hutchmobile service not being available to riders on holidays and weekends. Some holidays are work days for others, and they need a ride. (e) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Anderson stated that a sanitary sewer and water main was hooked up in 1981 on property formerly outside the City limits, but it was never assessed. The issue came up on an assessment search, and the amount due would be approx- imately $4,000 with interest. The City Attorney will obtain additional information on this issue. (f) COMMUNICATIONS FROM BUILDING OFFICIAL Official Jim Marka reported that the revised Comprehensive Plan and revised Zoning Ordinance were near completion. However, $20,000 was budgeted for this project, and the total cost could be $3,000 over budget. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the additional funding out of the contingency fund. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (g) COMMUNICATIONS FROM HCDC BOARD CHAIRMAN Chairman Dwayne Peterson presented a report on tax increment financing and revolving loan fund for community development. He requested authorization to develop a plan for Council ap- proval. He also asked to proceed with appraisals on the bare land in the industrial park that has deferred assess- ments on it. The motion was made by Alderman Lenz, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to authorize HCDC to develop a plan and present it to the City Council. Alderman Lenz amended the motion to read that HCDC would get the proper appraisals on the lots available in the industrial park district. Amended motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. Main motion unanimously carried. 11. CLAIMS APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 1990 Page 7 The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Ald- erman Lenz and unanimously carried, to approve and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:42 P.M.