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02-24-1981 CCMMINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1981 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Westlund called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., with the following mem- bers present: Aldermen Peterson, Lueneburg, Gruenhagen and Beatty, in addition to Mayor Westlund. Absent: None. Also present: City Administrator Plotz and City Attorney Schantzen. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by the Reverend Jon Lindekugel of Christ the King Luther- an Church. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 10, 1981 and Special Meetings of February 13, 1981 and February 23, 1981 were approved as read upon motion by Ald- erman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Peterson and unanimously carried. 4. PUBLIC HEARING None 5. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) PRESENTATION BY DAVID MCKUSKY OF DORSEY LAW FIRM RE. INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND ISSUE FOR HECHT & ASSOC. City Attorney Schantzen stated that Mr. David McKusky was unable to attend the Council meeting; however, he had mailed Mr. Schantzen the Resolution which needed Council approval relating to the $1.7 million revenue bond for Hecht & Assoc. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously, to waive reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 6728 entitled Resolution Relating to $1,700,000 Commercial Develop- ment Revenue Note; Authorizing the Issuance Thereof Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 474. (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR STREET LIGHTS ON LAKEVIEW LANE Mr. Eugene W. DeMenge of 545 Lakeview Lane requested street lights on the 500 block of Lakeview Lane. This is a newly developed area. After discussion, Alderman Peterson moved to refer the request for street lighting to the Utilities. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimous- ly carried. OR COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 1981 6. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES None 7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS (a) MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - JANUARY 1981 There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (b) MINUTES OF PARK & RECREATION BOARD DATED JANUARY 7, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (c) MINUTES OF TREE BOARD DATED JANUARY 19, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (d) MINUTES OF "SENIORS ACTIVITY CENTER" ADVISORY BOARD DATED JANUARY 6, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (e) MINUTES OF NURSING HOME BOARD DATED JANUARY 22, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (f) MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION DATED JANUARY 21, 1981 AND JANUARY 28, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (g) MINUTES OF HOSPITAL BOARD DATED JANUARY 20, 1981 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BIDS FOR SALE OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY (DEFERRED 2-23-81) Mayor Westlund stated that four parcels of land owned by the City were adver- tised for bids, and bids were received on Monday, February 23, 1981. He then -2- COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 1981 mentioned that the Council had discussed placing restrictions on the two parcels near the School Road Bridge south approach so that no buildings could be erected, and it would be left open space. Also, he proposed that the money received from the sale of -City -owned property be used to purchase a bass pond which would be added to the City's park system. City Administrator Plotz stated the two tracts of land located behind Peter- son Circle had no access for the City to cut weeds on the property. He felt it was in the best interest of the City to sell the land. Parks and Recreation Director Ericson reported the Park and Recreation Board was concerned that the properties by the Bridge be left in a natural state, with no buildings to be erected. City Attorney Schantzen stated that if the building restrictions are written into the deed, they will become permanent, whereas zoning could be changed at a later time. The motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously, to award bids for the four parcels to the following, with a building restriction placed on properties 3 and 4: Parcel 1 - James Slyter $200.00 Parcel 2 - James Slyter $100.00 Parcel 3 - Emmet McCormick $10,000.00 Parcel 4 - Curtis Erickson $2,000.00 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF CHANGING CITY COUNCIL MEETING TIME TO 8:00 P.M. FOR MARCH 10, 1981 MEETING Mayor Westlund commented that it would be necessary to change the Council's meeting time on March 10, 1981 due to the Fire Station Referendum. The motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously, to approve the change of time to 8:00 P.M. for the March 10, 1981 Council meeting. (b) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS Mayor Westlund read a copy of the letter sent to all delinquent account holders. He then inquired if there was anyone present wishing to be heard regarding his/her account. -3- COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 1981 Mr. Kim Piehl, account No. 10-1050-1-00, appeared before the Council and stated he was waiting for a check to pay the water bill. He expected to receive it within the next week. The motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen to accept the staff recommenda- tion and discontinue service on March 2, 1981 at 1:00 P.M. for the follow- ing: Account No. 01-0570-0-00, 07-0305-9-00, 09-0760-3-00, 09-0920-0-00, 10-0670-0-00, 10-0940-2-00,10-1050-1-00, 11-0312-0-00, 20-0065-0-00, 26-0195- 2-00, and 26-0215-0-00, with the exception of Account No. 10-0265-0-00 who promised to pay on March L, 1981. The motion was seconded by Alderman Luene- burg and carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF COMPUTER TERMINAL City Administrator Plotz reported on the computer terminal which the City would like to purchase. This would be a change from the present printer to a CRT visual type tube system, and it would be in operation before October. The City intends to put the special assessment program on the terminal and include county information in the data. Also, deferred assessments could be added on the computer, with a reference back to detailed information avail- able. It was further reported that the LOGIS Director had recommended the purchase of a MicroWest MKII CRT Terminal for the City of Hutchinson at a cost of $3,000.00. The payment for this terminal would come from the 1980 bond money which resulted from extra interest earned. Mr. Jim DeMeyer commented on his experience with realty transfers of annual amounts due to the county and stated the county's numbering is different from what the City uses. He felt it would be beneficial to have this information tied together on the computer. It was also requested that the county inform the City when they change their numbering system. Alderman Gruenhagen made the motion to approve the purchase of a MicroWest MKII CRT Terminal. The motion was seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF REMODELING INSIDE POLICE STATION This item was withdrawn from the agenda. (e) CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED LEGISLATION ON 2% STATE EXCISE TAX ON FIRE INSURANCE City Administrator Plotz informed the Council that a committee of the League of Minnesota Cities is proposing legislation that would enable Councils throughout the state to utilize the 2% fire premium excise tax for any Fire Department purposes. The City of Litchfield has opposed the legislation as -4- COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 1981 not in the best interest of the city, and it was felt the City of Hutchinson should do likewise. The proposed legislation would place the local Firemen's Relief Association pension benefits in jeopardy on an annual basis and is not consistent with long-range financial planning. It was recommended that the City of Hutchinson oppose the proposed legislation by adoption of a Resolution. The motion was made by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6727 entitled Resolution Opposing the Reallocation of Fire State Aid to Any Purpose Other Than Presently Mandated. (f) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR VARIANCE SUBMITTED BY BLOCHER ADVERTISING CO. WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION City Administrator Plotz reported that although the Planning Commission granted approval for a one-year period, with a yearly renewal, for a variance and con- ditional use permit to allow construction of a billboard, it was the recommenv dation of the City staff to table the matter at this time. It was felt that Blocher Advertising Company should supply the City with a scaled survey of the proposed location of the sign since no lot corners are evident on the property. Mr. Plotz further pointed out that the City Attorney is preparing data on bill- boards and signs, which will be available soon. Following discussion, Alderman Gruenhagen moved to defer action on this mat- ter until such time as the Planning Commission had reviewed and/or revised the City's sign ordinance. Seconded by Alderman Peterson, the motion carried unanimo us ly. . (g) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBMITTED BY BLOCHER ADVERTISING CO. WITH FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION After discussion, Alderman Gruenhagen moved to defer action on this matter until such time as the Planning Commission had reviewed and/or revised the City's sign ordinance. Seconded by Alderman Peterson, the motion carried unanimously. (h) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR NEW AMBULANCE Administrator Philip Graves appeared before the Council and requested authori- zation to advertise for bids on a new ambulance for the Hutchinson Community Hospital. The 1981 modular ambulance would replace a 1971 Oldsmobile model, and it would have a Ford chassis. The estimated purchase price is $36,000.00. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to authorize ad- vertising for a new ambulance. The motion was seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried. -5- COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 1981 (i) CONSIDERATION OF TEN-YEAR LEASE WITH WELDING SUPPLY INC. Park & Recreation Director Ericson stated the City currently has a lease with Welding Supply Inc. for one tank of 122 oxygen/30 medium acetylene which is located at the street garage. Since this tank is too heavy and awkward to transport, it is necessary to enter into another lease for a tank at the park garage. The 10 -year lease would cost $194.50. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried, to approve the 10 -year lease with Weld- ing Supply Inc. of Willmar, Minnesota. (j) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR RETAIL "ON SALE" NON -INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR HUTCHINSON JAYCEES ON JUNE 7, 1981 City Administrator Plotz reported the Hutchinson Jaycees plans to hold a Blue Grass Concert at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on June 7, 1981. They are requesting a license to sell non -intoxicating malt liquor on that date. Following discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to approve the request and issue a Retail "On Sale" Non -Intoxicating Malt Liquor License to the Hutch- inson Jaycees. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR City Administrator Plotz extended an invitation to the City Council members to attend an open house of Crow River Cable Television to be held the evening of February 25, 1981. Mr. Plotz stated the Motor Vehicle Office had received a favorable report from the Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services Division. Attention was called to the fact that as of January,1981 Mayor Ralph Westlund is a representative on the Six East Regional Development Commission. City Administrator Plotz reported a petition had been received from Dale Street residents opposing Project 81-15 for curb and gutter and bituminous surfacing. Also, a letter of protest was received from the Burlington North- ern Railroad for the storm sewer project in the vicinity of Jefferson Street and First Avenue N.E. The Fire Department has prepared a draft copy of the brochure for the fire station referendum on March 10, 1981. The bond issue of $730,000.00 would be over a 15 -year period and would increase taxes by 2.4 mills. COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 1981 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS It was moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously, to approve the verified claims and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. (b) CONSIDERATION OF SNOW BLOWER/LOADER PAYMENT Approval was requested to pay the balance owing on the Terex Loader and snow blower in the amount of $69,912.00. A payment in the amount of $26,200.00 would be made from the 1981 budget and the balance of $43,712.00 would be financed by selling an equipment certificate to the water/sewer fund. The note would be payable in annual installment over a three year period at a rate of 8-1/4%, with each principal installment to be $14,570.00 plus ac- crued interest. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lueneb urg to authorize payment of $26,200.00 from the 1981 budget and to finance the balance in the amount of $43,712.00 by an equipment certificate to the water/ sewer fund. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimously carried. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M. upon motion by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously. -7-