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02-28-1989 CCM5 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1989 1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ackland at 7:30 P.M. The follow- ing were present: Mayor Paul L. Ackland, Aldermen Mike Carle, John Mlinar, Karlin Torgerson and Pat Mikulecky. Also present: City Administrator Gary D. Platz, Assistant Engineer Cal Rice, and City Attorney G. Barry Anderson. 2. INVOCATION No one was present for the invocation. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting of February 14, 1989 were approved as amended. 4. ROUTINE ITEMS (a) REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. FINANCIAL REPORT - JANUARY 1989 2.PARK & RECREATION BOARD MINUTES OF DECEMBER 28, 1988 3. NURSING HOME BOARD MINUTES OF JANUARY 26, 1989 (b) REDUCED REFUSE RATE The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to order the report and minutes filed and approve the reduced refuse rate. Motion unanimously carried. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None. 6. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUETS AND PETITIONS (a) DISCUSSION OF BEELER/ANDERSON CUL-DE-SAC PROPOSAL BY JUNE REDMAN Alderman Torgerson reported that the Planning Commission concurred with the developer to proceed with the platting process, with the stipula- tion to downzone the property to R-1 and that a restrictive covenant be written, stating there be no more than six lots and a minimum of four lots in the plat. The plan would reduce the assessment for the adjacent Wagner property and add an additional lot for development. Following discussion, Alderman Mikulecky moved to approve the concept of the plan. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 1 6� 1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 28, 1989 (a) RESOLUTION 10. 8964 - RESOLUTION FOR PURCHASE The motion was made by Alderman Mlinar, seconded by Alderman Mikulecky, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8964. Motion unanimously carried. (b) ORDINANCE NO. 3/89 - ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 715:40 OF THE 1994 ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, ENTITLED "TINE LIMIT, PARKING ZONES" BY ADDING SUBDIVISION NO. 19 THERETO, RELATIVE TO "PARKING, LOCAL REGULATIONS" The motion was made by Alderman Mikulecky, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 802. Motion unanimous- ly carried. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR REMOVAL OF TRAILERS AT MIDWEST TRAILER COURT (DEFERRED FEBRUARY 14, 1989) Upon the recommendation of the City Attorney, Alderman Carle moved to defer. Motion seconded by Alddrman Torgerson and unanimously carried. Attorney Anderson reported that at least two of the trailers in the Midwest Trailer Court are owned by Sam Ulland. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to direct that the Building Department and City crew remove the two trailers that can be moved (owned by Ulland). Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS Alderman Mikulecky moved to authorize discontinuation of service as recommended unless other arrangements had been made. Motion seconded by Alderman Carle and unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF CLOSING OUT HUTCHINSON CRIME PREVENTION FUND AS PROPOSED BY POLICE CHIEF Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve. Motion second- ed by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR POLICE STATION TOSHIBA PHOTO COPIER The motion was made by Alderman Carle, seconded by Alderman Torgerson, to approve and enter into agreement. Notion unanimously carried. (d) CONSIDERATION OF PAYMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION AND ASSESSING SEWER PROJECT 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 28, 1989 Following discussion on the method of payment and assessment, Alderman Torgerson moved to reject so the Council would not set a precedent. Notion seconded by Alderman Carle and unanimously carried. (e) CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHING DATE FOR LOCAL BOARD OF REVIEW Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the date of May 24, 1989 at 4:30 P.N. Notion seconded by Alderman Carle and unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF SUPPORT FOR APPLICATION BY CITY OF WILLMAR AND COUNTY OF KANDIYOHI FOR VETERANS NURSING HOME SITE Following discussion, Alderman Carie moved to approve and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8965 of support. Notion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY TON DAGGETT, HUTCHINSON MANUFACTURING, WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the permit and to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 8963. motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (h) CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT ON GAUGER STREET REQUESTED BY JAMES LAUER WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the lot split. Motion seconded by Alderman Carle and unanimously carried. (i) CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY PLAT OF MAC SUBDIVISION SUBMITTED BY RICHARD MCCLURE (TWO MILE RADIUS) WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Mikulecky moved to refer to the County with no objection. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unani- mously carried. (j) CONSIDERATION OF BEGINNING ANNEXATION PROCEDURE ON MCDONALD PROPERTY REQUESTED BY LORETTA MCDONALD WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve and refer to the Municipal Board. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (k) CONSIDERATION OF SIX MONTH EXTENSION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY JOHN MILLER (CAR WASH) WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION 3 A CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 28, 1989 Following discussion, Alderman Carle moved to approve the extension. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. (1) CONSIDERATION OF RETAINAGE REDUCTION FOR ROBERT L. CARR COMPANY FROM $50,000 TO $40,000 Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the retain- age reduction. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously car- ried. (m) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY PARK & RECREATION BOARD FOR ENGINEERING STUDY AT CIVIC ARENA Acting Director Marvin Haugen presented a proposal from Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates to do an engineering study at the Civic Arena for a "not to exceed" limit of $6,000 plus expenses. It was rec- ommended to reallocate the $5,000 for repair of the front entrance doors toward the cost of the study. Following discussion, Alderman Mikulecky moved to approve the study and to take any additional money out of the capital improvement fund. Motion seconded by Alderman Torgerson and unanimously carried. (n) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF COMMERCIAL DISHWASHER FOR HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to approve the purchase. Motion seconded by Alderman Mikulecky and unanimously carried. (o) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF HALF -TOR FOUR WHEEL DRIVE PICK-UP WITH PLOW FOR HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Following discussion, Alderman Mlinar moved to approve the purchase. Motion seconded by Alderman Carls and unanimously carried. (p) CONSIDERATION OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AT CIVIC ARENA It was reported that there was a need for installation of a new elec- trical system at the Civic Arena, and a price quotation of $5,066 had been received. The 1989 budget had $2,000 set aside for this item, and the farm show promoter, Agri -flews, had agreed to spend approximately $1,800 towards a permanent system. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to take up to $900 out of the capital improvement fund to apply to the electrical expense at the Civic Arena. Motion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR 4 A CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 28, 1989 City Administrator Plotz stated a date should be chosen for the Council to hear reports from the H.C.D.C. and the Small Cities Project Coordin- ator, as well as a cost factors report from the Assistant Engineer. It was the consensus of the Council to hold a workshop meeting on March 13 at 7:00 P.M. in City Hall. Mr. Plotz reported that Richard Shermo was offered the position of Di- rector of Engineering with the negotiated terms, but he had declined the position. Following discussion, Alderman Torgerson moved to adver- tise the engineering position again and go through the process. Mo- tion seconded by Alderman Mlinar and unanimously carried. The recommendation was made to consider hiring an outside firm to do the improvement project on Bluff Street. The City Administrator reviewed upcoming meetings. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN MIKE CARLS Alderman Carle commented about a recent article in The Hutchinson Leader which stated that Hutchinson was dragging its feet regarding a recycling program. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN JOHN MLINAR Alderman Mlinar inquired about the status of elected officials being covered by workman's compensation . He wondered if the City Council should adopt an ordinance regarding this matter. (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN PAT MIKULECKY Alderman Mikulecky asked if the City Administrator had talked to the Executive Director of the Community Development Corp. regarding his schedule during legislative sessions. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS The motion was made by Alderman Torgerson, seconded by Alderman Mlinar, to approve and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. Motion unanimously carried. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:40 P.M. 5