04-06-1977 CCMMINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 1977
Mayor Black called the meeting to order at 1:05 P.M. Those in attendance were
Aldermen B. Peterson, Westlund, Haag and K. Peterson in addition to Mayor Black.
Absent: None. Also present were Administrative Assistant Plotz and City Attor-
ney Schantzen.
Mayor Black reported that there are two or three firms interested in handling
the sanitation service for the City of Hutchinson. He, therefore, felt it was
only fair to Junker Sanitation to give them first chance to present a proposal
for the renewal of their contract. He further commented that there have been
very few complaints about Junker's service and commended Mr. Junker on the effi-
ciency of refuse pickup in Hutchinson.
At this time Mr. Jim Junker, President of Junker Sanitation, made a presentation
to the Council. He explained that the service would be basically the same, with
the addition of curb -side pickup. He remarked that he has not done much with
curb -side since he feels this type of pickup gives the city a "junky" appearance
to have refuse piled up along the curb. He further commented that there have
been many changes in garbage service in the past few years, and many sanitation
companies have gone broke.
Mr. Junker called attention to the fact that when the agreement was written up
with Mr. Tom Mealy, it was to be a six-year agreement but was only written up
for three years. It is his preference to have a six or nine year contract for
refuse service in Hutchinson.
From the proposed monthly billing of $3.75, 10t of this amount would go to
the City and $3.65 to Junker. His service includes picking up leaves as well
as refuse, but Junker's does not take larger items, i.e. sofas, chairs, etc.
Mr. Junker also stated that he has need for a garage and one more truck in Hutch-
inson. He remarked that there is a real shortage of landfills for purchase, and
he just recently acquired a landfill in Wisconsin for $2 million. If necessary,
the garbage could be trucked there. There are only two insurance companies left
that provide insurance for the refuse business.
Alderman Haag called attention to a complaint he had received from a business
which has five buildings but only has refuse pickup from two dumpsters. Still
he was charged for all five buildings.
Mayor Black stated the City's policy on garbage pickup and who is included. The
multiple dwellings and businesses have separate agreements with Junker's. They
still pay $3.25 per month regardless of whether or not they haul their own refuse.
Alderman Haag reported that the businesses would like to be notified of increased
rates in advance so they can include it in the budget.
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City Attorney Schantzen commented that he felt the City should increase the
insurance coverage to $300,000, $500,000 and $100,000 with a blanket policy.
Mr. Junker asked if there was anything that could be done about a trailer court
in Hutchinson that charges the occupants $21.00 per quarter for refuse pickup.
He wondered if each person could be billed individually. Mr. Junker pointed
out that the trailer court owner is making money off of his services.
Mayor Black remarked that it would be difficult to bill individually. The
trailer court owner needs to have a control. He further stated that it would
be difficult to assess delinquent accounts against the property if each occupant
received a bill.
Mr. Junker commented that if there was a problem with anyone regarding service,
he would be willing to meet with the City Clerk, City Attorney, and the party in-
volved to discuss the matter and resolve it.
Mayor Black remarked that this problem with the trailer court over -charging the
residents should be checked into.
Alderman Westlund praised Junker Sanitation for the good service they have pro-
vided in Hutchinson during the past three years.
Mayor Black reported that he does not want to have the sanitation service put on
bid. The City will consider the other proposals and let Junker's know their de-
cision on renewing the sanitation contract.
Following the Junker presentation, Personnel Coordinator Sitz reported to the
Council regarding CETA money that is available to fund various public service
employment projects in Region 6E for up to one year. The deadline for the first
application is April 15, and every two weeks thereafter.
Several department heads had made suggestions as to what the money could be used
for. There are certain guidelines that must be met to secure the funds. Six
people would be a good number to consider for CETA employment under this program.
Mayor Black recognized that the program is designed to provide work for low in-
come families. If the city could provide meaningful work, he would support the
program; but they must contribute something worthwhile to the city.
Alderman Westlund moved that the City of Hutchinson submit an application for
six employees under CETA funds. Seconded by Alderman Haag, the motion carried
unanimously.
Hazel Sitz further commented on the study program operated by the Crow River Co-
operative Center whereby students put in two hours per day for a three week period
with no salary given. She had given approval for a student to work at City Hall
under the program and asked for the Council's ratification, which was granted.
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Administrative Assistant Plotz reported that Mr. Bill Pete would be available
to draw up specifications for general liability insurance. The specifications
should be completed this month. Mr. Pete's consulting fee is $60 an hour and
16� a mile. Since it would require 6 to 8 hours of his time, the cost would
be about $500 for his services.
City Attorney Schantzen commented that it has been about three years since Mr.
Pete worked on the insurance specifications, and it would be a good idea to
have him review them again.
Alderman Westlund raised the question if it was necessary for Mr. Pete to come
to Hutchinson to review the insurance. Could it be done from his office. City
Attorney Schantzen and Administrative Assistant Plotz could see Mr. Pete at his
office.
It was moved by Alderman Westlund to employ Bill Pete as an advisor for the City
of Hutchinson and to draw up specifications for the City's insurance. Seconded
by Alderman B. Peterson, the motion carried unanimously.
City Attorney Schantzen inquired as to how the buildings were valued. To this
query, Alderman Westlund responded that an appraisal of the buildings will be
added into next year's budget. He felt it was essential to have adequate insur-
ance coverage.
Administrative Assistant Plotz reported an offer was received by the City in March
of 1976 from Marshall and Stevens to do an appraisal and break it down by build-
ing (i.e. Burns Manor, hospital, etc.).
Mayor Black suggested that the City should have a real appraisal done at some
future time.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:55 P.M. to the Auditorium for bid lettings.
Mayor Black reconvened the special meeting of the City Council at 2:00 P.M. in
the Auditorium of City Hall. City Engineer Priebe joined the group.
Publication No. 1906 entitled Invitation for Bids, Letting No. 2, Curb and Gutter
Improvements, was read by Mayor Black. The following bids were opened and read:
Siehndel Construction, LeSuer, MN, , , , , , , , , , , $ 78,416.70
J. W. Hanson Construction, Hutchinson, MN . . . . . . . . 62,126.35
Griffith Construction, Inc., Olivia, MN. . . . . . . . . . 75,281.90
Alexandria Concrete Co., Inc., Alexandria, MN. . . . . . . 78,158.20
Henderson & Lemke Co., Minneapolis, MN . . . . . . . . . . 87,526.70
Progressive Contractors, Inc., Osseo, MN . . . . . . . . . 110,155.70
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Publication No. 1907 entitled Invitation for Bids, Letting No. 3, Curb and Gutter
and Bituminous Surfacing Improvement, was read by Mayor Black. The following
bids were opened and read:
Duininck Bros. & Gilchrist, Prinsburg, MN. . . . . . . . . $142,844.00
Atkinson Blacktop, Inc., Litchfield, MN. . . . . . . . . . 134,499.10
Wm. Mueller & Sons, Hamburg, MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134,362.05
Publication No. 1908 entitled Invitation for Bids, Letting No. 4, Sanitary Sewer,
Watermain and Storm Sewer Improvements, was read by Mayor Black. The following
bids were opened and read:
Juul Contracting Co., Hutchinson, MN . . . . . . . . . . . $194,972.40
Mueller Pipeliners, Inc., New Brighton, MN . . . . . . . . 230,668.90
Centennial Contractors Corp., Little Canada, MN. . . . . . 249,844.00
Omtvedt Construction Co., Redwood Falls, MN. . . . . . . . 208,998.25
Le Cathelinean Construction Co., Spicer, MN. . . . . . . . 216,734.56
Quam Construction, Willmar, MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211,857.54
Kuemper & Gaub, Inc., Bird Island, MN. . . . . . . . . . . 217,959.50
Beatson & Kelly Contr., Inc., St. Paul, MN . . . . . . . . 268,129.00
Publication No. 1909 entitled Invitation for Bids, Letting No. 5, Improvements,
was read by Mayor Black. The following bids were opened and read:
Koch Refining Co., St. Paul, MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 19,255.50
L. N. Sickels Co., St. Paul, MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,206.00
Northwestern Refining Co .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,228.00
After all the bids on 1977 Public Works Improvements projects had been opened,
it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman K. Peterson, to refer
the bids to City staff for review and award contracts at the City Council meet-
ing on April 12, 1977. Motion passed unanimously.
Publication No. 741059 entitled Advertisement for Bids, School Road Bridge, South
Fork of Crow River, Hutchinson, Minnesota, was read by Mayor Black. The following
bids were opened and read:
Johnson Bros. Corporation, Litchfield, MN. . . . . . . . . $817,911.50
Tri-State Construction, Nelson, WI . . . . . . . . . . . . 826,797.60
M. G. Astleford Co., Burnsville, MN. . . . . . . . . . . . 694,463.53
Lunda Construction, Black River Falls, WI. . . . . . . . . 709,178.52
Glenwood Bridge, Glenwood, MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 801,863.00
Arnold Beckman/Fisher, Apple Valley, MN. . . . . . . . . . 829,897.78
R. A. Krueger, Hopkins, MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 661,562.75
Structural Specialties, Hutchinson, MN . . . . . . . . . . 674,652.84
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Following the opening of all the bids for School Road Bridge, it was moved by
Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Haag, to refer the bids to City staff
for review and award contracts at the City Council meeting on April 12, 1977.
Motion carried unanimously.
There being no further business to discuss, the motion was made by Alderman West-
lund, seconded by Alderman Haag, to adjourn the meeting at 2:30 P.M. Motion
carried unanimously.
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