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cp10-28-1980 cSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY fl!/TlH" -26- -27- -28- a.. . • ' �( HUTCHINSON CITY CALENDAR .'91— WEEK OF October 26 TO November 1 1980 WEDNESDAY -29- 2:00 P.M. - Utilities Commissi Meeting at Utiliti Office V 7:30 P.M. - City Council Meeti at City Hall THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY -30- -31- -1- 7:00 A.M. - City Council MeetinE HALLOWEEN with Directors at City Hall 8:00 A.M. - City Council Meeting 7:00 A.M. - City Council.Budget with Department Heads Meeting at City at City Hall Hall s AGENDA REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1980 vi. Call Meeting to Order - 7:30 P.M. ,/2. Invocation - Reverend Bill Goddard 3. Consideration of Minutes - Regular Meeting of October 14, 1980 Action - Motion to approve - Motion to approve as amended 4. Public Hearing / None ../5. Communications, Requests and Petitions fa) Consideration of Request for Marlow Priebe to Attend Minnesota Public Works Officials Winter Conference on November 20 -21, 1980 Action - Motion to approve - Motion to reject �b) Consideration of Request for Snow Removal Permit: 1. Florian Thode 2. Richard Larson 3 -� Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve and issue permit C -.q 6. Resolutions and Ordinances ✓(a) Ordinance No. 21/80 - Ordinance Amending Section 710:10 of the 1974 Ordinance Code of the City of Hutchinson, Entitled "Stop Streets" By Adding Subdivision No. 15 Thereto, Relative to "Traffic, Local Regulations" Action - Motion to reject - Motion to waive second reading and adopt �/(b) Resolution No. 6631 - Resolution of Appreciation - James W. Joyce Action - Motion to reject - Motion to waive reading and adopt 01.) 7. Reports of Officers, Boards and Commissions "(a) Monthly Financial Report - September 1980 Action - Order by Mayor received for filing 0 . COUNCIL AGENDA OCTOBER 28, 1980 V�b) Minutes of Hospital Board dated September 16, 1980 Action - Order by Mayor received for filing V(c) Minutes of Nursing Home Board dated September 18, 1980 Action - Order by Mayor received for filing �,/(d) Minutes of Downtown Development District Advisory Board dated July 8, 1980 Action - Order by Mayor received for filing 8. Unfinished Business ,/(a) Consideration of Main Street Light Poles and Street Banners (DEFERRED OCTOBER 14, 1980) Action - 9. New Business V(a) Presentation by Tony Vavoulis, Knutson Co., on Condominium Project Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve concept of development and proceed with financial feasibility study of tax increment produced ,(b) Consideration of Proposed Financing for League of Minnesota Cities Building Project Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve - Motion to waive reading and adopt Resplution v�c/) Consideration of Use of House to Be Demolished for Fire Department Training �� Action - Motion to approve - Motion to reject "(d) Presentation by Greg Curry re. Hutchinson Crow River Cable Franchise Action - ./(e) Consideration of Changing City Council Meeting Date from November 11, 1980 to November 12, 1980 Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve date change -2- • i COUNCIL AGENDA OCTOBER 28, 1980 ,,`f) Consideration of Delinquent Water and Sewer Accounts Action - .Motion to authorize extension of payment period - Motion to authorize discontinuance of service ,/(g) Consideration of Request to Move Building by Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Hobbs Action - Motion to approve - Motion to reject ,/(h) Consideration of Request by Roger Stearns for Temporary Building Action - Motion to approve - Motion to reject i/(i) Consideration of Department of Transportation Supplemental Agreements to Transportation Grant Action - ✓(j) Consideration of 1982 Street Improvement City /County Project Action - Motion to approve - Motion to reject ✓(k) Consideration of Repairing Blower In Sewage Plant Action - 10. Miscellaneous ,/(a) Communications from Clerk -City Administrator 11. Claims, Appropriations and Contract Payments (a) Verified Claims Action - Motion to approve and authorize payment from appropriate funds 12. Adjournment -3- 0 AGENDA ADDITION REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1980 5. Communications, Requests and Petitions /(b) Consideration of Request for Snow Removal Permit: 3. Otto E. Templin 4. Kenneth 0. Gruenhagen 5. Roger Siemsen Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve and issue permit I ,/(c) Distinguished Service Award for Jay Beytien Action - Motion to present award ,�/d) Consideration of Request for Christmas Tree Sales Permit by Mrs. Vivian Varland Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve and issue permit v/ e) Consideration of Request for Penny Klitzke to Attend M.R.P.A. Conference November 20 -21, 1980 Action - Motion to approve - Motion to reject 6. Resolutions and Ordinances /(c) Resolution No. 6632 - Transferring $10,000 from Liquor Store to General Fund Action - Motion to reject - Motion to waive reading and adopt 7. Reports of Officers, Boards and Commissions Je) Minutes of "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory Board dated October 7, 1980 Action - Order by Mayor received for filing 0 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 1980 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Westlund at 7:30 P.M. with the following members present: Aldermen Lueneburg Gruenhagen, and Beatty, in addition to Mayor Westlund. Absent: Alderman Peterson. Also present were: City Administrator Plotz, City - Engineer- Priebe, and Acting City Attorney Jim Schaefer. 2. INVOCATION In the absence of a pastor, there was a time of silent prayer. 3. MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 23, 1980 and Special Meetings of September 25, 1980 and October 8, 1980 were approved as presented upon motion by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried. 4. PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 P.M. (a) AMENDING AREA NO. 2-OF DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 4 Mayor Westlund called the public hearing to order at 8:32 P.M. and read Pub- lication No. 2343, Notice of Public Hearing on Development District Number 4. The Mayor pointed out the plan would need to be amended to allow for a senior citizens center. Without the amendment, tax increments may not be used for- the center. He further commented that the County Commissioners and School Board had been advised of the proposed amendment to Area No. 2 of the De- velopment District Number 4, and the County Commissioners had gone on record as unanimously opposed to the amendment. In view of the County's opposi- tion to the.needed amendments, he felt their reasons were to be opposed to improving downtown Hutchinson and the senior citizens center to be located downtown. The monies from the amended finance plan will be used to move a railroad spur, finance the senior citizens center, and land acquisition. A question was raised by Merlin Martinson as to the location of District Number 4. He thought the Commissioners had other reasons for opposing the District than those stated by the Mayor. City Administrator Plotz displayed a map of the four areas in the district and stated the amendment was to the area No. 2 in downtown Hutchinson to in- clude seven additional lots. Consultant Clarence Simonowicz then explained the amendments to the plan. The financing plan is being broadened to in- clude the senior citizens center, railroad and commercial development. Jim DeMeyer commented he was in agreement with the senior citizens project, but he thought taking in additional area is where the objections arise. The additional property benefits the two lots adjacent to the high rise and -9 COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 includes too many properties for tax income. He questioned why they should be included if they are not needed. Mr. DeMeyer stated he didn't think the City was being totally honest because other things were being taken in be- sides the four lots. Norman Pendergast inquired how the inclusion of the new properties into the district would affect the property owner. Duane Dickey asked about a financial report on the tax increment districts. He was told by Consultant Simonowicz that the City is required to prepare a balance sheet, which will be printed. To date no money has been spent in any of the tax increment districts. Following discussion among the Council members, the motion was made by Alder- man Beatty to close the hearing at 8:58 P.M. Seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, the motion carried unanimously. R" It was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to waive the reading and adopt Resolution No. 6626 entitled Amendment to Resolution Forming Development District, Adopt- ing Development Program and Tax Increment Financing Plan, Declaring Public Purpose, Requesting Certification of Original Assessed Value, Providing for Filing, Administration, and Special Account. The motion was seconded by Ald- erman Beatty and carried, with Alderman Gruenhagen voting nay. 5. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MERLE MEECE AND DICK EBERT TO ATTEND CENTRAL DISTRICT WATER SCHOOL ON OCTOBER 29, 1980 After discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to approve the request for Merle Meece and Dick Ebert to attend the Water School. Seconded by Alderman Gruen - hagen, the motion unanimously carried. (b) CONSIDERATION OF OPPOSITION BY NEIGHBORS TO HOUSE MOVED IN ON LYNN ROAD "Shorty" Harold Rutske, 706 Lynn Road, stated that an 80 -year old house had recently been moved into a neighborhood of modern, one -story houses. Years ago when he served on the Charter Commission, it stated an old house or one not in line with others in the area could not come into the block. The Bak- ken house in question is two stories high, with seven foundation blocks out of the ground, and it towers over the surrounding houses. Also, Mr. Bakken did not have a permit posted so the neighbors were not aware of the house be- ing moved in. He then inquired why the neighbors had not been notified by the City. Mr. Rutske then read a letter from the neighbors stating their opposition to the Bakken house on Lynn Road. An unidentified man stated there are smaller houses on the block so the Bak- ken house does not fit in with the others. The house would have fit in bet- ter with houses on another block in the area. • COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 E Bill Kreitlow, 530 Linden Avenue SW, read portions of the same letter and raised several questions. He wanted to know why the property had not been surveyed out. Also, he stated there was a difference in the survey measure - ment of the Bakken lot done in August, 1980. Mayor Westlund stated a.moving permit is required prior to moving a struc- ture within the City limits, and Mr. Roger Bakken had obtained said permit. Further, the Building Official had recommended the site as acceptable and specified 13 separate items to be corrected before the house met the Build- ing Code. He pointed out there is nothing in the Ordinance and /or Charter which states anyone has to-be notified, and a hearing is not necessary. After the permit has been approved, the work can be started. If a new house would have been built on the same lot, the neighbors would not have been notified either. City Administrator Plotz stated the City Charter does not address moving houses. The City's Zoning Ordinance was revised in 1976. There have never been public hearings or mailed notices regarding a structure being moved with- in the City limits. The information is submitted to the City Council for re- view, and they make a decision based on the data Available. Notices are mailed to neighbors within 500 feet for zoning, variance and conditional use permits only. The Bakken house was moved into a R -2 zone for single family housing, and it met the district zoning requirements. There was enough foot- age for the required setbacks, as well as the 40 foot maximum height for buildings was in compliance. City Engineer Priebe commented that the purpose of posting a permit is to enable the inspector to sign it. He further stated that lots 4 and 5 had been previously owned by one property owner. The house on lot 4 was sold separately from lot 5, which was open land. The lots were platted years ago with subdivision of ownership but not subdivision of land, and plats cannot be changed. The person who bought the house on lot 4 is the one who is non- conforming. Mr. Priebe explained the Bakken property had to be surveyed at this time in order to issue a moving permit and to determine the setbacks on the property. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty that no action be taken on this particular item. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruen - hagen and carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST YOR MAYOR RALPH WESTLUND AND GARY PLOT% TO ATTEND ART OF NEGOTIATING SEMINAR ON DECEMBER 2, 1980 After discussion, Alderman Gruenhagen moved to approve the request for the Mayor and City Administrator to attend the seminar. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimously carried. -3- COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 (d) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT: 1. IRA KENNEY - "SENIORS ACTIVITY CENTER" ADVISORY BOARD Mayor Westlund appointed Ira Kenney to the "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory Board to fill an unexpired term. It was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Beatty and carried unanimously, to ratify the appointment of Ira Kenney to the "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory Board. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR MARK SCHNOBRICH TO ATTEND MINNESOTA SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE CONFERENCE OCTOBER 29, 1980 After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen to approve the request for Mark Schnobrich to attend the Arboriculture Conference. Seconded by:Ald- erman Lueneburg, the motion unanimously carried. (f) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR BRUCE ERICSON TO ATTEND MINNESOTA PARK AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON NOVEMBER 19 -21, 1980 Following discussion, Alderman Gruenhagen moved to approve Bruce Ericson at- tending the Park and Recreation Conference. The motion was seconded by,,Ald- erman Lueneburg and carried unanimously. (g) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SNOW REMOVAL PERMIT BY BUD REINERT After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagenand unanimously carried, to issue a snow removal permit for Bud Reinert. (h) CONSIDERATION OF GEORGE FIELD, HOMER PITTMAN AND MARILYN SWANSON ATTENDING AN "EFFECTIVE WRITING TECHNIQUES" SEMINAR ON NOVEMBER 6, 1980 Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Ald- erman Lueneburg and carried unanimously, to approve the above -named to at- tend a Seminar on November 6, 1980. 6. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) ORDINANCE NO. 19/80 - ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 464, CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried, to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 608 entitled Ordinance Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 464, City of Hutchinson, Minnesota. -4- 0 COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 • (b) ORDINANCE NO. 20/80 - ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5.03 OF SUBDIVISION . ORDINANCE NO. 466, CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously, to waive second reading and adopt Ordi- nance No. 609 entitled'Ordinance Amending Section 5.03 of Subdivision Ordi- nance No. 466, City of Hutchinson, Minnesota. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 6621 - ACCEPTING $62,500 FROM THE HUTCHINSON UTILITIES COMMISSION Following discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6621 entitled Accepting $62,500 from the Hutchinson Utilities Commission. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 6622 - RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION - RONALD JONAS Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and carried unanimously, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6622 entitled Resolution of Appreciation - Ronald Jonas. (e) RESOLUTION NO. 6627 - TRANSFERRING $10,000 FROM LIQUOR - STORE :TO GENERAL FUND After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6627 entitled Transferring $10,000 from Liquor Store to General Fund. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously carried. 7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARESAND COMMISSIONS (a) BUILDING OFFICIAL'S MONTHLY REPORT SEPTEMBER 1980 There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (b) MINUTES OF TREE BOARD DATED SEPTEMBER 16, 1980 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. (c) MINUTES OF TRANSPORTATION BOARD DATED SEPTEMBER 17, 1980 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be re- ceived for filing. 151! COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY CLARENCE FREITAG TO SELL WESTERLY 150 FEET OF LOT 81, LYNN ADDITION WITH EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO LYNN ROAD (DEFERRED SEPTEMBER 23, 1980) Mayor Westlund reported he had asked Councilmen Milton Lueneburg and Bruce Peterson and the City Engineer to try to resolve the problem with the Clar- ence Freitag property. Alderman Lueneburg reported the three of them had reviewed the site in Lynn Addition, discussed the situation and come up with some solutions. City Engineer Priebe stated the storm sewer and costs had been reviewed; and it was their conclusion that although the proposed storm sewer would be a positive addition to the area, the cost would not be cost - effective. The general flow of the water would be re- routed slightly with the placer ment of a structure.on the back lot, but the water would end up in the qpme place. With proper landscaping, this might not be noticeable. He further pointed out that the lot is only 66 feet in width and the granting of an easement is in essence a taking of land. The front portion of the lot then becomes sub- standard according to City Ordinance requirement of frontage on a City street. It was, therefore, their recommendation to reject the request by Clarence Freitag to sell the back lot of Lynn Addition as it could se„j� a precedent for the future. Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Ald- erman Beatty and carried unanimously, to reject the request by Clarence Freitag. 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND FOR HUTCHINSON- TELEPHONE COMPANY FOR $2.3 MILLION Mr. Bob Sander, bonding consultant from Juran & Moody, appeared before the Council regarding the industrial revenue bond for the Hutchinson Telephone Company in the amount of $2,300,000.00. He stated the regulatory telephone commission had ordered the company to upgrade its equipment so the Telephone Company was asking for preliminary approval of an industrial revenue bond and a date for a public hearing. The date of November 11, 1980 at 8:00 P.M. was suggested. Following discussion, Alderman Beatty moved to waive reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 6629 entitled Resolution Relating to A Project Under the Minne- sota Municipal Industrial Development Act; Calling A Public Hearing Thereon, and set November 11, 1980, 8:00 P.M., for a public hearing. Seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, the motion carried unanimously. 0 -6- 0 • COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 149 1980 (b) CONSIDERATION OF DELINQUENT WATER AND SEWER ACCOUNTS Mayor Westlund commented on the procedure for delinquent water and sewer accounts. He then asked if there was anyone present wishing to be heard regarding his /her account. No one responded. It was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to discontinue service on October 20, 1980 at 12 :00 Noon as recommended by staff,-for the following unpaid water accounts: 01- 0570 -0 -00, 03- 1055 -3-00, 04- 0220 -1 -00, 04- 0095 -0 -00, 04 -0935- 5-00, 12- 0585- 3- 00,- and.16- 0352 -1 -00; with the exception of account No. 15- 0188 -0 -00 which promised to pay November 1, 1980. The motion was sec- onded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried. (c) CONSIDERATION OF 1981 ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT FOR CITY OF HUTCHINSON The City of Hutchinson received the 1981 assessment agreement from the Mc- Leod County Assessor. The service charge has been adjusted to $4.50 per parcel rate for each taxable parcel, for a total sum of $15,201.00 After discussion, Alderman Lueneburg moved to sign the 1981 assessment agreement. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF RESIGNATION OF CRAIG REESE Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried, to accept the resignation of Craig Reese, effective November 21, 1980. (e) CONSIDERATION OF ACQUIRING LOT 1, BLOCK 2, ROLLING OAKS ADDITION FOR $60,000 BY CONTRACT FOR DEED City Administrator Plotz commented on the proposed site for the Historical Society. He stated the Society had accepted the location at a meeting two weeks ago, and their minutes would reflect this action. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and carried unanimously, to approve the purchase of Lot 1, Block 2, Rolling Oaks Addition in the amount of $60,000.00 by contract for deed. (f) CONSIDERATION OF EXERCISING OPTION OF TWO LOTS ADJACENT TO PROPOSED HIGH RISE 1. TONY FORCIER PROPERTY 2. MICHAEL GUETTER PROPERTY City Administrator Plotz stated the City is holding options for two lots adjacent to the proposed high rise, and the option of purchase expires with- in a short period of time. Therefore, the Council will have to decide if they intend to exercise the options. -7- COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg to exercise the option of the two lots adjacent to the proposed high rise. Seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen, the motion unanimously carried. (g) CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR GRANT MONIES FOR HUTCHINSON MULTI - PURPOSE COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY City Administrator Plotz reported that grant money is available through the Older American Act (Title III) and the McKnight Foundation which could be used for the multi- purpose center in the new high rise. The funds are award- ed for a one -year period, with a 25% local match. The deadline for the grant application is November 3, 1980. If the grant could be secured, the Cif would have additional money to apply toward the cost of the senior cent. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried, to authorize the grant applica- tion. (h) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF RESERVE OFFICERS It was recommended by the Chief of Police that Gary Vacek, Jerry Buck, Mich- ael Woods, James Isaacson, Russell Berge, and Rueben Kunerth be appointed to the Hutchinson Police Reserve Unit. After discussion, Alderman Beatty moved to approve the above appointment "s. The motion was seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF STOP SIGNS ON CENTURY AVENUE Chief of Police O'Borsky reported a survey had been done on a portion of Century Avenue, and it was his recommendation that Century Avenue be a through street,with stop signs at the intersections of Bradford, Sherwood, Jorgenson and Randall Road. Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty to waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 21/80 entitled Ordinance Amending Section 710:10 of the 1974 Ordinance Code of the City of Hutchinson, Entitled "Stop Streets" By Adding Subdivision No. 15 Thereto, Relative to "Traffic, Local Regula- tions" and set the second reading for October 28, 1980. (j) CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASING AUTOMOTIVE SCOPE AND TESTER FOR STREET DEPARTMENT Permission was requested to purchase a used Sun brand automotive scope and tester from Dale Harbarth for $1,400.00 for the Street Department. After discussion, Alderman Lueneburg made the motion to approve the purchase of an automotive scope and tester. Seconded by Alderman Beatty, the motion unanimously carried. -8- 9 COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 (k) CONSIDERATION OF TRAILER PURCHASE It was requested that permission be granted to purchase a new trailer, magline model #T5 -7012 with attached winch, for a total price of $3,082.50. The 1980 Street Department budget has allocatted funds for this item. Following discussion, it was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously, to approve the purchase of a trailer. (1) CONSIDERATION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR SWANKE MOTORS, INC. Swanke Motors, Inc. requested renewal of a Special Use Permit, previously issued under the name of William -James Auto, Inc. This one year permit would allow display of new and used vehicles on the City boulevard front- ing Washington Avenue at the junction of Washington and Adams Street. After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Gruenhagen to approve and issue the Special Use Permit to Swanke Motors, Inc. for a period of one year. The motion was seconded by Alderman Beatty and unanimously carried. (m) CONSIDERATION OF MAIN STREET LIGHT POLES AND STREET BANNERS City Engineer Priebe reported that.in 1967 when the Main Street project was designed, the light poles were placed along Main Street in pairs to allow the installation of an overhead cable for placement of Christmas decorations. At that time, banners were not hung very often or for great_lengths of time. The banners displayed on Main Street are presently hooked to two street light poles, and the poles are subjected to tremendous amounts of vibration. There- fore, it is the recommendation of the Hutchinson Utilities Commission that two special, reinforced poles be installed for the purpose of displaying ban- ners. Mayor Westlund instructed the City Engineer to determine the cost for in- stallation of the two special poles to bold banners and inform the Council of this information. (n) PRESENTATION BY BILL FAHEY ON PROPOSED TAX INCREMENT BOND ISSUE FOR $650,000 City Administrator Plotz stated that some companies specialize in tax incre- ment bonding, and Ehlers & Associates seems to be the most knowledgeable in this area. Therefore, the City secured them as financial consultant for this particular bond issue. Mr. Bill Fahey of Ehlers & Associates presented a report on the 1980 Tax Increment Bond Issue in the amount of $650,000.00. He stated the Dorsey, Windhorst, et al law firm would act as bond counsel. It was his recommenda- tion to set the date of November 12, 1980 at 12:00 Noon for opening and award- ing bids for the bond. -9- COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 After discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty, seconded by Ald- erman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried, to approve the Tax Increment Bond in the amount of $650,000.00 and set the date for opening and awarding bids for the bond on November 12, 1980 at 12;00 Noon. It was further moved by Alderman Beatty to waive the reading and adopt Reso- lution No. 6628 entitled Resolution Relating to $650,000 General Obligation Tax-Increment Bonds; Providing for Public Sale Thereof. The motion was sec- onded by Alderman Gruenhagen and carried unanimously. (o) CONSIDERATION OF STORM SEWER EXTENSION TO PITTMAN APARTMENT SITE City Engineer Priebe reported that Delmar Pittman had requested an exten- sion of the storm sewer northerly along the east side of Dale Street to_pro- vide better drainage for his site, as well as the line that would be use3 for connection of drainage structures when curb and gutter is placed on 'Dale Street. The cost estimate would be $6,773.50, with Mr. Pittman paying �,2,- 220.00 of the cost and the balance charged to the street improvement project. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to approve ex- tension of the storm sewer. Due to the lack of a second, the motion died. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR -xr _ City Administrator Plotz informed the Council that the Minnesota Municipal Board held a conference call meeting on October 14, 1980 regarding the Rich - are Schmidtbauer property being considered for annexation. It was the deci- sion of the Municipal Board to annex only a portion of the property at this time. The Knutson Company would like to make a presentation on their proposed con- dominium unit on October 21, 1980 to the Planning Commission and on October 28, 1980 to the City Council. The downtown site has been selected as the choice number one location. Mr. Plotz reported on the progress of the elderly high rise project and said the City has a fee interest in part of the building. The language in the agreement with the developer was changed to read "reasonable use of the build- ing." Also, a clause was added that the City will be held harmless on the pur- chase of the property. A meeting was held on October 13, 1980 with a representative from the Burling- ton- Northern Railroad, the Farmers Elevator, and City staff. Construction of the connecter track will be done in the spring, 1981. -10- • ! ! COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 Mr. Plotz commented he had received some complaints regarding the City not following through on the Conditional Use Permit for South Dale Apartments in Albert's First Addition (Dale Street and South Grade Road). One of the con- ditions of the Permit was that "both accesses on Neal Avenue, the present one on the north, and the proposed one on the north, be closed and a single en- trance on Dale Street between the-proposed apartment building and proposed garage." The Fire Chief had expressed concern about closing off Neal Avenue. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Council members that the Coun- cil action taken should be enforced. (b) COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING HISTORICAL SOCIETY BUILDING Mrs. Pat Hobbs appeared before the Council regarding the house owned by the Historical Society. She stated she was interested in purchasing it since the original buyer had not gone through with the purchase. It is her intent to restore the structure; however, she does not have a location to move it onto at the present time. Therefore, Mrs. Hobbs requested permission to store the house on City.property for a limited period of time. Following discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Beatty to approve mov- ing the Historical Society house to the site north of Tartan Park for a six - month period until June 1, 1980, and the house and site be made completely safe. Seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, the motion carried unanimously. The motion was amended upon motion by Alderman Beatty to charge rent of $1.00 per month for rental on storage of the house. The motion was seconded by Alderman Lueneburg and unanimously carried. Acting City Attorney Schaefer stated that an agreement would be worked out so that the City would be held "harmless" and not held liable. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY Acting City Attorney Jim Schaefer reported that Bob McGee had complained he was being charged a commercial refuse rate at a residential home. Mayor Westlund instructed the City Administrator to check into the matter. (d) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ENGINEER City Engineer Priebe reported that he and Aldermen Gruenhagen and Beatty had met with June Redman to discuss R -3 zoning. As a result of their meet- ing, Ms. Redman agreed to put in a circle drive; however, the next day she called and rescinded her decision. Mr. Priebe pointed out she has until June 1, 1981 to meet the conditions of the Conditional Use Permit issued to her. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS -11- COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 1980 It was moved by Alderman Beatty, seconded by unanimously, to approve the verified claims appropriate funds. 12. ADJOURNMENT Alderman Gruenhagen and carried and authorize payment from the There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 10:52 P.M. upon motion by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Gruenhagen and unanimously carried. -12- 0 • 0 (612) 879 -2311 iyUTLf� CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 October 20, 1980 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: City Engineer SUBJECT: Winter Conference I request permission to attend the Minnesota Public Works Officials Winter Conference on November 20 & 21, 1980. This is a budgeted conference. Sincerely, CITY OF HUTCHINSON Marlow V. Priebe City Engineer pv cc: K. Merrill J'-'557, 0 • APPLICATION FOR .SNOW REMOVAL ... .?ERMT CITYCOUNCIL ........_.......... .. ............ ................. .. .......... _ ........ ... ....... ......................... Ta the .........................................................._......................... ................_.............. of the .... .... gITY...................................... ........... �of_ .HUTCHINSON in, the County of .... ......................................... .................._............ / .MCLEOD ........................................................ ,State of .Minnesota: The undersigned owner whose address is ....................`Pf ....... 7........ �= *T-`............. ..._ ................... . ....... . .... . ..... applies for a permit to..... REMOVE..... . SNOW .......................... ...................1......�G.. s:! ��............ .,.�...��'�c.�,r...- .l.o......... .... •e'� upon that certain tract of land described as follows: Lot ... ............................................. ; Block....... ............................... ; plat or addition..... WITHIN CITY LIMITS address ........................ which ie of the following size and area; width ................ ............................... feet; lenfth ............................. ........ _.. .... feet; area. ............................................................................................................................................................................ ............................... ; and hereby agrees that, in case such permit is b r•an ted, that all work which shall be done and all m .krcals which shall be used shall comply with. ttti plans and specifications therefor herewith submitted andwith all the ordinances of said........... CITY.................. ............................... ....................................................... ............................... . applicable thereto. .applicant further agret fee�or assessments at the time and in the amounts s]veai)ied as follows: � ..... _ ......... . ............................................... ............................... .............................. '1 • i /_- 4 .. ....... .......... ............................... if .. ........ .... Owner FEE: $1.00 �n APPLICATION FOR SNOW - REMOVAL —PFJUHT Top,._ ITY COUNCIL ... ......................... . ............. . ... . . . ............... . . ....... . . .. . ......... . . . ...... . ............ . . . ... . .. . ........ . ................... I.. -.- at am ....... 91 ............ . . . . ....... .............................of...... HUTCHINSON ............. ...... '1440 _.. . ..... I ................. I ......... . .......... . .. U the Cou, f . ............ ....... MC... L. . E... O.D ............................................... I ........ State of Ninnesoft: ..... ... The undersigned owner whose address is .................. 717 . ............ 17 ..... cc.. ............................... ................................ .. ........ ............ ................................... ........................ .............................. ................ hereby applies for a permit t ... REMOVE ,0 ................... ............. ... SNOW ............. ............................. ...................... ............... ................ .. .... upon that certain tract of land described as follows: Lot.......-- .............. ...................... ; Block . ................. . . . .. plator addition.... HI.T.H.I.N. ... C.................. ...............................Y LIMITS . .... ; address ....................................................................... . ..... which U of the following size and area; width ............. ... . ... . ... ... ... ...... feet; length....... ........ feet: area....... .... .. ... ........ ............................................................. ....... ......... ......... ....... .............. ................ . ...................................... and hereby agrees that, in case such permit it granted, that all work which 87wZl be done and all materials which shall be used shall comply with the plans and specifications therefor herewith submitted andwith all the ordinances of said ......... ....CITY . I ............ .............................................................................................................. .. ..... ..... ...... applicable thereto. .dppUcant further ajj!�q 'K , ftg�or asseesviont8 at the time and in, the amounts specified as follows.. ......... .......... ... .... ....... ............ [L.Pl ........ ....................... .................. ......... - ................. ...... ................ - .... ....... . ............. Owner FEE: $1.00 la 0 1 • U T�- ION REMOVAL - -- ;.:. ri.. ------------- - � , CITY COUNCIL TOthe .... ... ....... ........ . .......... .... . . .. . ...... ..... . ......................... .......... CITY HUTCHINSON ofthe......_ .. . .............. ....................... . ..... . . . .. ...... -.Of ..... ................... ...................... ... . ... . ............................................ -AA the county Of . ......... ........ MCLEOD .................. . ............................... I'# State of Zinnesota: The undersigned owner whose address is ....................... --- ............ . ....... . . ... ..... . ........................................................ ... --hereby applies for a permit to... REMOVE ................ .. . .. .. ..... ....... SNOW ....... . .................................................................................................. upon that certain tract of land described as follows: Lot. ... ..... ........... ; Block .............................. WITHIN CITY LIMITS plator adeUtion, ............................... .. ...... .. . . ............................................. . which is of the following size, and area, width.,-. -feet; length . . ...... . I ..... .1 .... ..... .. feet; area. .. .............. .................................................................. .. ..... ....... .. ............ ............ .................................................. .. and hereby agrees that, in case. such permit 40,if al?. ,-M-k which shall be, done and all materials which shall be used shall S7-f.-Lfz;aGon,,; therefor herewith. submitted and with all the ordinances of said .._......CITY.... ... .. ............. ................... .. ... . . . .................................. ......... .... ... applicable thereto. f I lb .applicant further at the time and in the amounts specified as -V follows: N ......... .................................... t ......... ............. . ........ ----- — . .. . ................ ......... .................. . ......... 1 .......... . C7 4 ............... ��(- .... .. .. ......... ...... . FEE $1.00 INN Owner M APPLIU &T .ON FOIL SNOW_ REMOVAL_.__ Totines .......CITY COUNCIL .............. _ .................................. ...... . Of the .......... 91 ........... ............... Of ........ HUTCHINSON ........................ to the County of MCLEOD ............ ,State of .Minnesota: The undersigned owner whose address is.... .............t�................. .`......`..... {..... ` ................... ............................... . REMOVE ............ ......................... . .................... .......................................................................... her4ft applies lies or a pct to .......................... ........ . SNOW ` . ..... ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... ............................... upon that certain tract of land described as follows: Lot .. _ ...... ..............................; Block .......................... .. .... ..... ; plat or addition...... WITHIN CITY ...LIMITS . _ ..... ,, rdres� .......................... which is of the following size and area; width ................. . ... . _..........feet; length............ ............................... feet: area and hereby agrees that, in case such permit i� u,nt:d, t7_af al "C work which shall be done and all materials which shall be. used shall comply ur:',t � f'. ;Fars c, rid swi fcatirnm therefor herewith submitted and with all the ordinances of said... ...... �.I applicable thereto. 4pplicant further agrees to pay fees or avcssr! ^nts at the time and in.the amounts specified as forc1 �L < �•w ��; of � 4•+'\ • rr.......�.o ............................ ................... ..... .... . (;�� ,¢"`> �,a'i � r i _ >` o �' a �►.+ �n �� G� C..._ o rt �,' �� !(�,,��° t .. -•. ; �--�, .., ............ . .... ... ....... . `,= '�'_.,- :,• Owner t APPLICATION Fop SNOW. OVAL ___�`-j. U T . Ties CITY COUNC I L TO t ......................................................................................................................................................................... ............................... of the .......... CITY .......................... ..of........HUTCHINSON in tiu G'ounty of ............................ ............................. ............................... ..... ........I ........ MCLEOD........ ............................. State of Minnesota: The unakraigneai owner whose adda,ess is..................................................... ....... ................... .. ................ .. ..................... ......... ...... .. ......... _ .............................................................................. ............................... .....hereby applies for a permit to ....... REMOVE........ SHOw..........................................,... ............................... ,......... ... ............................... .. upon, that certain traot of land described as follows: Lot .................. Block .......................... ..... _.... ; WITHIN CITY LIMITS ; plat or addition ........... . .................... .... ..... ................. __......_ ...; a dTf3S .. _ _. ...... _...... which is of the fol $ size and area.; w'o h......._ _... _...........feet; length .......... ............................... feet; area......../4 ............. .,........ ............ .. ; and hereby agrees that, in case such prr-tait ii f artcd, that all' work which shall be done and all materials which shall be used shall c(narly leaf t planR anal sfycifcations therefor herewith submitted P�p ordinances Of said. CITY .............................. _ ............................... ............................... . 1k: t f l? fol�wa:. l;v if •' ��cCiS' C FEE $1.00 agrees to pay fees or as.-t ssrzents at the time and in the amounts speciTed as Owner ,..y �4�n;us4 • '••• United Nations Association of the United States of America ll167'INGUIEfII�D S Presented to in appreciation of public service in promoting the nationwide of servance of UNITED NATIONS DAY 1980 C'harle-v L Brown V.S. National C hairmun Jor (IN 1)av 14Mwt By ; I mpintment o/ lhr hoident a/ the 1lniled Shne.► `1 E 0 APPLICATION FOR- CHRISTMAS TP-E.E.PEFJvffT SALES - - - - -- To the .... . .. CITY COUNCIL ............. of. ....... . . .. of •... .... . . ................................... . .......... . . in the county raf .... .. .... ........ MCLEOD ........ ............................................................... P State of Minnesota: 2Afundersifned owner whose is ..................................................... .................. . ... ............ . ........... . ....... . ............. . ...... ................. ....... ........ ...... .............................. . .. ............ herebp applies for a permit to ....... ... .. . . . . . . . .......... upon that certain tract of land described as follows: Lot......__ .......... .... ... .......... .... ; Block. plat or adcution .... WITHIN CITY LIMITS ...... q.o ........ .......................................................... address ... ........ I . . .................... .. ...... which is of the following size and area; width......... lenfth feet: area.... .. . ........... ......................... ... ..... ............ ....... ....... . ......... . .. .. .............. .......... .... . . ........ ...... . ..... ..... ... and hereby agrees that, in case such permit is franted, that all work which shall be done and all materials which shall be used shall comply with the plans and 8pecifloations therefor herewith submitted and with aZZ Vps. ordinances of said. .. CITY said............. .......................... ...................................... -.- .......... ............................... ..... . . 4, . Y--, applicab2i'theiiib. Id want, 7wr 1. i to Pay fees Or assessments at the time and in the amounts specified as j011xp pt 1 . .......... -- ... . ........ ........... .... ..... . ........... ........ .... ... .... . ... .. . . ..... .. ........ ..... . ... MV, FEE $5.00 Vfvjz-""1eJ , Owner (612) 879 2311 CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Parks and Recreation Directo DATE: October 28, 1980 SUBJECT: Penny Klitzke to attend Annual M.R.P.A. Conference I am requesting that Recreation Supervisor, Penny Klitzke, attend the Annual M.R.P.A. Conference on November 20 and 21. The conference actually runs from the 19 -21, however, the most beneficial seminars concerning Recreation occur on.the 20th and 21st. The registration fee for the two days is $40 and this is a budgeted item. 0 ORDINANCE N0, 21/80 ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 710:10 OF THE 1974 ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, ENTITLED "STOP STREETS" BY ADDING SUBDIVISION NO. 15 THERETO, RELATIVE TO "TRAFFIC, LOCAL REGULATIONS" THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON DOES ORDAIN: Section 1. Section 710:10 of the 1974 Ordinance Code of the City of Hutchinson, entitled "Stop Streets" is hereby amended by adding thereto Subdivision No. 15, which shall be as follows: Subd. No. 15. That the following named Streets to -wit: Century Avenue a through street with stop signs at the intersections of Bradford, Sherwood, Jorgenson and Randall Road, and the same are hereby declared, established and made stop streets. Section 2. Penalty. Any person violating the provisions of this ordinance shall be guilty of a penal offense and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine of not more than three hundred dollars ($300) or by imprisonment for not to exceed ninety (90) days, or both. Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect upon its pub- lication. Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of October, 1980. Ralph D. Westlund Mayor ATTEST: Gary D. Plotz City Clerk �— -z,, 9 i • ou of'A,pp� -P To f %* lott WHEREAS, James W. Joyce ha6 a enved the C ty wet a6 a memb¢A o j the flo.6pLW BoaAd joA the past two (2) years and z x (6) month6; WHEREAS, said Jame6 W. Joyce has seAved jac thjutty and diUgentey giving o6 his time and tat ent6 towaAd the enrichment o j the City, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA: THAT, deep appreciation is hereby expte6eed to James W. Joyce joA hi6 ajone- mentioned services and the gAatitude o6 Hutchinson and the citizens theneoi .is hereby expAess ed. Adopted by the City Counc i e this 28th day os OctobeA, 1980. _ ATTEST: r R-. i' 0 1 yl If (a ?I 6- - Fund. 0 0 RESOLUTION NO. 6632 TRANSFERRING $10,000 FROM LIQUOR STORE TO GENERAL FUND BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA: THAT $10,000.00 is hereby transferred by the Liquor Store to the General Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of October, 1980. Ralph D. Westlund Mayor ATTEST: Gary D. Plotz City Clerk EXPENSE REPORT CONTINUED Description STREETS & ALLEYS MAINTENANCE ACCOUNT i CONSERVATION OF !HEALTH LIBRARY RECREATION CIVIC ARENA PARK DEPARTMENT CE MLTE RY DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT LAWCON DEBT SERVICE AIRPORT T RAN S I T . UNALLOCATED GENERAL EXPENSE H RA WATER & SEWER FUND WATER & SEWER OPERATIONS - ADM. WATER PLANT OPERATIONS SEWER PLANT OPERATIONS Current Month $0,000,000.00 30,439.90 4,328.41 none 9,325.19 8,445.90 5,115.58 18,827.46 4,655.07 10,541.10 100,047.50 2,235.22 4,004.41 2,835.07 none 2,009.42 $ 288,587.83 Adopted Budget $0,000,000.00 269,021.00 64,100.00 300.00 43,179.00 107,401.00 62,781.00 216,737.00 25,449.00 10,600.00 100.00 34,355.00 68,630.00 43,064.00 291,556.00 00.00 $2,300,204.00 Year To Date Amount $0,000,000.00 229,111.87 49,100.06 none 41,569.89 73,954.21 51,118.82 211,499.95 23,338.29 13,253.45 214,861.65 22,115.69 45,561.70 29,154.75 158,568.90 17,763.35 $ 1,949,737.95 Remaining Balance $0,000,000.00 39,909.13 14,999.94 300.00 1,609.11 33;446.79 11,662.18 5,237.05 2,110.71 (2,653.45) (214,761.65) 12,239.31 23,068.30 13,909.25 132,987.10 (17,763.35) $350,366.05 Percentage Used 85.2% 76.6% 96.3% 68.9% 81.4% 97.6% 91.7% 125.0% 861.7% 64.4% 66.4% 67.7% 54.4% 999.9% 84.8% 76,361.75 695,811.00 428,429.63 267,381.37 61.6% 4,158.18 114,400.00 69,023.52 45,376.48 60.3% 23,096.05 123,800.00 140,303.52 16,502.52 113.2% 103, 615.98 $ 934,011.00 637,65S. - 296,355.35 -6T-. 3V- REVENUE REPORT L)oscription GENERAL FUND TAXES LICENSES • PERMITS & FEES INTER - GOVERNMENT REVENUE CHARGES FOR SERVICES PINES & FORFEITS MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE CONTRIBUTIONS FROM OTHER FUNDS REVENUE FOR OTHER AGENCIES • WATER & SEWER FUND WATER & SEWER UTILITIES CITY OF HUTCHINSON FINANCIAL REPORT FOR SRPllFMBFR ^1980 Current Adopted Year to Month Budget Date Amount $0,000,000.00 $0,000,000.00 $0,000,000.00 none 473,175.00 237,956.80 30.00 11,030.00 10,310.00 3,205.96 34,000.00 25,311.12 148,846.45 997,514.00 845,369.61 10,559.09 278,095.00 221,762.24 2,800.00 23,000.00 18,724.75 18,416.88 131,740.00 143,205.70 72,500.00 351,000.00 232,504.00 (592.39) 550.00 171.95 $ 255,765.99 $1,735,316.17 $2,300,104.00 $76,916.38 $ 691,100.00 $ 517,780.77 Remaining Balance $0,000,000.00 235,218.20 720.00 8,688.88 152,144.39 56,332.76 4,275.25 (11,465.70) 118,496.00 378.05 $564,787.83 $ 173,319.23 Percentage 38.5% 93.5% 74.4% 84.7% 79.7% 81.4% 108.7% 66.2% 31.3% 75.4% 74.9% EXPENSE REPORT Duscription GENERAL FUND CITY OF HUTCHINSON FINANCIAL REPORT FOR SEP,IgMBEH, 1980 Current Adopted Year To _Month Budget Date Amount $0,000,000.00 $0,000,000.00 $0,000,000.00 Remaining Percentage Balance Used $0,000,000.00 % MAYOR & COUNCIL 1,671.37 25,162.00 19,367.98 5,794.02 77.0% ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 4,147.14 47,510.00 34,545.78 12,964.22 72.7% ELECTIONS 1,342.49 7,615.00 4,028.83 3,586.17 52.9% CITY CLERK 12,291.80 151,792.00 110,698.50 41,093.50 72.9% MOTOR VEHICLE 2,783.05 37,063.00 25,417.39 11,645.61 68.6% ASSESSING none 14,300.00 7,114.50 7,185.50 49.8% LEGAL 1,596.38 19,190.00 14,726.77 4,463.23 76.7% PLANNING 2.26 2,850.00 959.34 1,890.66 33.7% CITY HALL 2,033.74 30,462.00 24,195.14 6,266.86 79.4% OLD ARMORY 1,308.54 22,255.00 16,4 023.60 6,231.40 72.0% POLICE DEPT. 39,506.57 424,948.00 333,721.45 91,226.55 78.5% FIRE DEPT. 1,039.79 60,950.00 21,696.10 39,253.90 35.6% COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER 1;505.50 21,439.00 12,263.10 21,439.00 57.2% PROTECTIVE INSPECTIONS 4,178.33 54.,008.00 37,532.21 16,475.79 69.5% CIVIL DEFENSE none 1,600.00 37.00 1,563.00 2.3% SAFETY COUNCIL none - 250.00 none 250.00 -- FIRE MARSHALL 2,680.07 27,307.00 19,006.22 8,300.78 69.6% ENGINEERING 9,690.57 114,130.00 87,420.46 26,709.54 76.6% HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL REGULAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING - September 16, 1980 5:30 P.M. - Smnll Conference Room PRESENT: Jim Joyce, President; Rollie Balke, Vice President; Norah Mullan, Secretary; Ken Gruenhagen, Trustee; Virgil Goebel, Trustee; Joan Ewald, Trustee; Dr. Criv ftemucal, Chief of Staff ABSENT: Rev. David Natwiek, Trustee OTHERS PRESENT: Philip G. Graves, Administrator; Willard H. Rosenow, Assistant Administrator The meeting was called to order by President Joyce at 5:50 P.M. Minutes of Past Meetings. Motion by Gruenhagen to accept the regular board of directors minutes o-Y August 19, 1980 and special board of directors meeting minutes of September 2, 1980. Motion was seconded by Mullan. All were in favor. Motion passed. Statistical Report. The statistical report was recapped by Graves. Census had improved slightly as compared to the previous month Occupancy precentage was 75.6 %. Medical ccrvice areas appear to be doing quite well with the exception of emergency room, cnnbulance runs, and electrocardiogram -. Accounts Pa able. Motion was-made by Ewald to approve and authorize for payment the attached listing of accounts payable and cash disbursements in the amount of $458,243.92. Motion was seconded by Gruenhagen. All were in favor. Motion passed. Financial Reports. Financial reports were presented by Graves and Rosenow. Ali —tailed analysis was presented by Robenow highlighting the year to date variance in the salary natural expense category. Graves commented on the chiller malfunction and how it related to the increase conazwption of natural gas during the szmner months. Medical Staff Minutes. Dr. Remucal highlighted the medical staff minutes. Testy Assurance Seminar recently attended by members of the hospital staff was recapped explaining the format that is required by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals. The medical and nursing audits that were to be presented at this regular board meeting will be presented in November. Dr. Remucal also brought to the attention of the board adverse comments expressed by a member of the medical staff regarding the appointment of Dr. Dan Huebert to the active medical staff. No other unusual comments were made. Director and Assistant Director comments were 'uraing Reports, Mental Health Unit reports were presented and no unus 74�' Page 2 Regular Board of Directors Meeting Minutes New Business: Medical Staff and Nuraina =Audit. Jan Conner, the audit assistant, had a recent deaf in the fami-and consequently the audit presentation was tabled until the November meeting. Medical Staff Applications. The application for Dr. Dan Huebert to the active medical staff was presented with the recommendation from the executive committee. Following discussion: Motion was made by Goebel to grant priviledges on the active medical staff to Dr. Dan Huebert per recommendation of the executive committee of the medical staff. lotion was seconded by Gruenhagen. All were in favor. Motion passed. Dr. Russel Thompson had requested that his priviledges be reduced to the courtesy staff because of his inability to attend mcdival staff meetings. Following discussion: Motion was made by Goebel to ,grant priviledges on the courtesy medical :staff to Dr. Russel Thanpson per his request and recommendation of the executive committee of the medical staff. Motion was seconded by Balke. All were in favor. Motion passed. ecial Meeting with Glencoe Board of Directors. Graves presented that interest ham been by the GZe oe Hospital Board of Directors to meet sometime this fall. Following discussion it was recommended that the Hutchinson Hospital invite Glencoe Hospital Board of Directors to Hutchinson November 18, 1980 at 6:30 p.m. for a dinner meeting. The regular hospital board of directors will meet at 5:00 p.m. instead of the usual 5:30 time. Suggested items for discussion were long range planning and orthopedic physician coverage.' Budget. A preliminary budget presentation was presented by Graves and Rosenow. Salary considerations were discussed for operating year 1981. No specific decision or recommendation was made regarding a percentage of increase. Indications by the board of directors were in the l0- 11% salary increase range. Goals and Objectives. The operating goals and objectives for 1981 were handad out at tizc board meeting. This item will be placed on the agenda in November for discussion and decision. Professional Services Quality Council of Minnesota Survey. A letter from the PSQCM indicating the hospital's noncompliance with this agency was discussed. Graves also presented the hospital's plan of action in order to achieve compliance. Break -in in Business Office. Graves presented a recap of the break - in in the business office during the month of August. Because the break -in was interrupted by members of the hospital staff nothing was taken from the business office. There were no criminals apprehended as of this date. Page 3 Regular Board of Orectors Meeting Minutes Capsule No unusual comments were made. Administrators Report. The report was presented and recapped by Graves. No unusual omments were made. Motion wau made by Mutlan to adjourn the meeting. Motion way seconded by Balke. All were in favor. Motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. ReVGGraves, tteP A&ninis trator Rry 1'GG /Cur 10/15/80 Norah MuZlan Secretary BUa%'S i•:A:iOR 11X ICIPAL NURZING HC E September - Minutes The Board of Directors for burns Manor Mxnicipal Nursing Home met September 18, 1980, 12:00 noon, at Burns Manor; President Leslie Linder presiding. All members were present. A motion by Esther Kuehl, seconded by Eldred :Miller and carried, approved the minutes as presented. A motion by Eldred Miller, seconded by Keith Duehn and carried, approved the bills as presented plus bills for Red Owl - $338.29 and S. S. pro -rated cost of administration $42.86. A copy of the bills is attached to the minutes on file and made a part thereof. A financial report was given by Wallace Kurth. The Administrator reported: Old business: Landscaping: Brotin�s Greenhouse did not submit -a bid. A motion was made by Eldred Miller, seconded by Larry Graf and carried to accept Hutchinson Landscaping Co. (Florian Thode) design for x$728.00. Re- roofing Project: Eldred Miller reported on the letter from Johns Manville Sales Corporation stating some of the causes for the roof slide. (The letter was attached to the board minutes book.) A motion was made by Bruce Peterson, seconded by Eldred :;filler, and carried to notify Knigge Roofing that it is to be completed by November 1, 1980. A letter was also sent to Patch, Erickson to notify the bonding companye New business: After discussion of food and meal costs, a motion was made by Bruce Peterson, and seconded by Larry Graf, to charge $1.50 for employee noon meals, effective October 19 1980. A motion by Keith Duehn, seconded by Esther Kuehl, employees that desire to have Influenza immunization, may be immunized free of charge. Insurance coverage package for the Administrator offered by The City of Hutchinson was discussed. A motion by Eldred `.•Hiller, seconded by Esther Kuehl that Burns 2fanor pay for the insurance. 1% ge 2 Sewtemaer :'in�tes ..r^^a I,alse has aSain asked members of the board about someone other than members of the Garden Club to maintain the flower garden at Burns ianor. The board main reaffirmed the decision that has been -jade iT previous years. The administrator will 1-=ite a letter to E=a -ake. The survey teams are in the process of assessing compliance ::i.th State licensing and/or Federal Certification regulations. There bein no business, a motion Iny Gioria Di a Berea::. seconded by -lwred _4 ller, "-,d carried, mee t? n.- adjourned to reconvene, Tuesday , October 21, 1.80 at the same time and place. Respectfully sub-i teed, _r Mavis J. Geier, Secretary ATTEST: Leslie Linder, r- resident 0 0 MINUTES DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD TUESDAY, JULY 8, 1980 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Westlund at 12:00 Noon, with the following members being present: Jay Alrick, Don Glas, Tom O'Connell, Don Erickson, Robert Stearns and Marlin Torgerson.- Ex- Officio member attending was Mayor Westlund. Also attending were Consultant Clarence Simonowicz, Developer Mark Parranto, City Admin- istrator Plotz, and Building Official Elden Willard. Downtown Mall Developer Parranto presented a report on the downtown mall plans. He is working with two prospective anchor tenants for the shopping mall, with one being local, but no leases have been signed. The National No Frills store is included in the plan and would be the one anchor from Hutchinson. Local merchants have indicated their will- ingness to move into the new mall if there was an anchor from Hutchinson. Inquiry was made about the completion date on the project. Mr. Parranto responded he hoped to start construction late in the fall and open the mall in summer of 1981, or possibly start in the spring, 1981 and open in the fall. The work could be completed in four months. The anchor tenant would be required to hold a 15 -25 year lease, but not beyond 25 years for tax reasons. The smaller tenant would be asked to sign a lease for three years minimum. The base price would be $7.50 per square foot, with the inside space finished off. Mayor Westlund commented on the fact that the Joint Planning and Development Agreement between the City of Hutchinson and J. E. Parranto, Inc. had expired the end of June, 1980. He then asked if it should be extended. Mr. Parranto reported the financing for the project had been arranged, but no papers were signed to date. He would need 60 days to complete the entire process. Within 60 days he would complete the leasing, and within 30 days provide the City with the name of the anchor tenant,and within 60 days the names of the remaining tenants. Therefore, he requested an extension of the original contract for a period of 60 days. The motion was made by Jay Alrick to recommend to the City Council to extend the con- tract with J. E. Parranto, Inc. of St. Paul for a period of 60 days. Seconded by Tom O'Connell, the motion unanimously carried. Consultant Simonowicz expressed concern for allowing extra time for the purchase of property, relocation, demolition, etc. Motel /Hotel Project Consultant Simonowicz reported that an active negotiation is taking place between the parties interested in financing the motel /hotel project. He was not in a position to know all the particulars. The franchise for a Ramada Inn has been awarded, but it is a slow process. 7- 1�4- DOWNTOWN DEVEIAPMENT BOARD PAGE 2 City Administrator Plotz stated Mr. "Bud" Daggett is working with two different groups, and a decision will have to be reached as to which group to select. One group is from Mankato and the other from the Twin Cities. The Mankato group would come to the City Council in four to six weeks. Elderly High Rise The City received a phone call stating some word would be forthcoming on the status of the project by July 15, 1980. Hutchinson Mall (South of Town) Mayor Westlund commented the City had heard nothing on the shopping center south of town. Building Official Willard stated he had received a phone call yesterday from the State Building Code Division of St. Paul relative to the shopping mall. Off Street Parking Project Mayor Westlund commented on the off street parking project. The shopping center south of town has been made into a tax increment district to provide revenue toward the'$1.5 million parking project. The City would provide $500,000 from tax increment -Area 14; the balance-of $1 million would come from the downtown property owners. He then reported on the areas being considered for parking lots. A public hearing will be held with the downtown businessmen, hopefully before September 1, to discuss assessments for the project. Wigen's would probably sell their property in exchange for the Old Armory property, but this could not be done until a new gym has been built. Mayor Westlund reported he had discussed with the school the possibility of connecting a gym onto the school. Development Funds Consultant Simonowidz stated the City could issue a tax increment bond and set up a downtown fund. Then next year there would be some funds available to create a devel- opment fund, which could be used for the purchase of public or private property. A new gymnasium could be built with tax increment monies. Mayor Westlund commented that Mr. Simonowicz had been given an assignment to put to- gether a package of $1.5 million for an off street parking program. Also, he was to attempt to develop a plan to construct a gym and fire /police station. • i DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT BOARD PAGE 3 Park Land City Administrator Plotz commented on the park land and stated all of the property has now been purchased. On August 1, 1980 at 2:00 P.M. bids will be received for demolition or removal of several structures on property designated for park land. Mr. Plotz suggested the possibility of locating the building for artifacts on the park land. A log-type structure would fit in next to the dam, with the Chamber of Commerce next door. There has been discussion of the Historical Museum moving to Biscay, and it was his hope that the Chamber of Commerce would work with the Histori- cal Society on this venture. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 12:45 P.M. upon motion by Tom O'Connell, seconded by Don Erickson and carried unanimously. 0 0 MINUTES "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory Board Tuesday, October 7, 1980 The "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory Board met Tuesday, October 7, 1980 at 9:00 a.m. Emma Lake presiding. Present: Emma Lake Erna McKenzie JoAnn Gehlen Penny Klitzke Norine Riesberg Don Falconer Milt Lueneburg Tom Stibal The minutes were approved as presented. The Tresures report was read and approved showing a balance of $33.63. A motion by Tom Stibal and seconded by Don Falconer to return to 9:30 a.m. meeting time for winter months. Carried. Milt Lueneburg reported that the City Council is in the process of appointing a replacement for Ruth Engel on the Advisory Board. Penny Klitzke displayed a Plaque of Appreciation to Ruth Engel from the City Council for serving on the Seniors Advisory Board for two years and four months. Penny Klitzke reported activities are taken care of for the remainder of 1980. She suggested that each Board member bring a list of sug- gestions for activities for 1981 scheduling. A motion by Tom Stibal that the "Seniors Activity Center" Advisory Board recommend to the Park and Recreation office that locks be re- moved from the kitchen cupboards so that equipment be available to all Seniors. Also that new locks be placed on the kitchen doors. If any group so desires, they would be allowed, at their expense, one designated storage unit for private articles. Motion seconded by Don Falconer. Carried. Meeting adjouned at 10:45 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Norine Riesberg, Secretary 7— _.�,7 ; • M E M O R A N D U M - - DATE:- — — October 21 1980 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Gary D. Plotz, City Administrator SUBJECT: Proposed Knutson Co -Op Project -------------------------- - - - - -- Mr. Tony Vavoulis, Knutson Company, has made a presentation to the Downtown Development Board on Tuesday, October 21, 1980. The majority of the Planning Commission was in attendance. It was the consensus of the members of both the Downtown Development Board and Planning Commission that this was a worthy concept to consider. Many members were enthused about the project. - I recommend that a financial feasibility of the project be determined by Ehlers & Associates. The anticipated tax increment from the project would be $44,800 (64 units). We will need to determine the amount of revenue needed to cover the cost of acquisition, demolition and clearance of the property for resale to the developer. Such an analysis can be done by Ehlers & Associates. /ms 9 -a T0: Richard Hanson FROM: Tony Vavoulis DATE: October 14, 1980 REFERENCE: Hutchinson Cooperative Schedule At my October 8 meeting with the Christ of Ring Future's Committee and Church Council, it was determined that the initiation of the project prior to winter is critically important. Several factors remain unsettled at this point. They are acceptability of determined floodplain on preferred site, food service for 60 -unit project, cost of land, firm apartment mix, emergency call system and construction variables for smaller project. Assuming proceeding at this time is critical, the following schedule may be observed. October 14 - Mebting with a group of church representatives to explain survey concept and schedule. October 21 — Presentation to Downtown Improvement Council to explain con- cept and schedule. October 28 - Presentation to City Council of concept and schedule. October 30 - Newspaper article and advertisement announcing public meeting. A coupon would be included in the ad with two boxes stating "I would be interested in more information" and "I would like to be put on a reservation list ", with some indication of apart - ment type. November 6 - Public meeting. This meeting would be considered the final phase of market testing. The program and schedule would be presented with time for questions. Sign up sheets would then be available. This list would be used as the priority system for membership application. November, December, & January - Architect would be allowed to proceed with design development given firm apartment number and mix. All other project variables would be explored and.resolved, i.e. floodplain, food service plan, project costs; specifically construction, emergency call response system, management group. This would result in firm share and monthly costs. January 13 - Presentation to City Council explaining final form of project. January 14 - Fdre/train staff and open local office. January 19 - Begin membership application. March 1 - Bid construction. April 1 - Subnit firm committment application. May 15 - Receive firm committment. July 1 - Initial6ose, construction start. March 1. '82- Occupancy. Tony Yavoulis S _ - 0 0 M E M O R A N D U M DATE: October 17, 1980 TO: Mayor and City Council -------------------------- - - - - -- FROM: Gary D. Plotz, City Administrator --------------------------- - - - - -- SUBJECT: Proposed Financing for League of Minnesota Cities Building Project -------------------------- - - - - -- The League of Minnesota Cities is proposing the ownership of a building to oper- ate League activities. The City of Hutchinson is assessed based on population of the community. Payment may be of two methods: 1) lump sum payment in the amount of $4,280.00, or 2) five payments of $1,130.00 per payment over five years. The proposed 1981 budget has appropriated monies based on the five -year payment schedule. The League of Minnesota Cities is now requesting a formal Resolution (see attached) to establish our City's intentions. Attachment /ms RESOLUTION NO. 6630 RESOLUTION GIVING APPROVAL OF FINANCING FOR LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES BUILDING PROJECT BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA: THAT the City of Hutchinson is in support of the League of Minnesota Cities to secure ownership of a building to perform League services. FURTHERMORE, that the City's share of the proposed building cost will be $1,130.00 over each of five successive years. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Administrator be author- ized to execute any documents required in support and financing of this project. Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of October, 1980. ATTEST: Gary D. Plotz City Clerk Ralph D. Westlund Mayor � i Quotes from KEN YAGER, Co- Chairman, Building Committee ... To me, the League's decision to go ahead with a building is a fiscally responsible decision. We will now be able to build equity with our League payment versus accumulating worthless rent receipts. ... Most cities own their city hall because its a good investment of their taxpayers' money and provides an identity focus. The same can be said for a League office building. ... The alternative to building is to rent for another 10 years. In that time, we will have paid out $1,180,000 and have only rent receipts for the inadequate space we now have. If we build, we will have a League building paid for at that time. Which would you rather tell your constituents that you do with their money • invest in a building or invest in rent receipts? Quotes from BOB ANDERSON, Co- Cbairman, Building Committee ... The thought of having a place it can call its own has long been with League members. ... At this time, several factors have come together to make a building feasible: the land will cost $1.00 payable to the St. Paul Port Authority which will also handle the financing. ... The proposed property located at Jackson Street and University Avenue caught the eye of the League Board because of its unique location with regard to the Capitol, downtown, and freeway access and because the site lends itself to a building that can be energy - efficient. ... We, as an organization, stand at the crossroads with a truly important decision facing us as members. ... The League needs the support and strength of its entire membership for a building project. ... The membership needs to determine that NOW is the right time for the League to own its own home. The League 1 0 needs a place to call its own i 1.LJ (y) 14 J 2 i- Wg j J -Zi-- i—I C / o y � 3 0 ->i-'rod �S a -> I CNJ i° �o� v Q 1. i Cr 14 BUILDING PROJECT FACT SHEET — Membership approved and supported the acquisition of LMC building at June 1980 Annual Meeting — Cities will receive an Equity Certificate of Ownership — Member cities building share will be calculated according to the 1970 census figures — 1979 dues amount is the basis of calculating a city's building share — Cities who drop out of the League and return at a later time will be assessed their full building share at the time of re -entry . — Annual debt amount will be approximately $106,000, plus operating costs — Cities would receive equity in proportion to amount paid if LMC sold building or LMC was dissolved. HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR BUILDING SHARE — To calculate your building share .. . Double your 1979 dues = Building share, lump sum payment — To calculate the 5 year option plan Lump sum payment _ 100 = factor x 26.38 = yearly payment for 5 years — To calculate the 10 year option plan .. . Lump sum payment = 100 = factor x 16.28 = yearly payment for 10 years — Choose the option you prefer and return the Opinion survey to LMC office or call 222 -2861. M E M O R A N D U M DATE: October 21, 1980 --------- - - - - -- TO: Xgyor and City Council ----------- --- - - - - -- FROM: Lloyd Schlueter, Fire Chief -- -------------------------------- SUBJECT: Use of House to Be Demolished for Fire Department Training The Fire Department is having a State Instructor in Hutchinson on November 17, 1980. We would like to request the use of the house at 35 Second Avenue N.E. for training purposes on that date. Therefore, we are asking that the City not demolish this structure until after November 17. /ms q- c 0 • F/ (612) 879 -2311 C/T Y OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 M E M O R A N D U M TO: Mayor and Council FROM: Water Billing Department SUBJECT: Delinquent Water Accounts 01- 0320 -0 -00 Harland Emans 24 Jefferson St. S. $60.94 Promised to Pay 10 -3180 02- 0125 -0 -00 Gingerbread House 209 Main St. S. $57.53 02- 0280 -1-00 Alton Wicklund 605 Main St. S. $33.50 Promised to pay 11 -05x80 03- 0060 -3 -00 Michael Paulsen *325 Hassan St. R. R. 4, Box 55A $53.97 60 days $22.93 Read Out Promised to Pay $25.00 10- 31--80 $30.00 1114 -80 Bal. 11 -28 -80 DATE: — — October 28 1980 03- 1055 -2 -00 Bates 642 Adams St. $50.00 Meter Removed 05- 0180 -0 -00 Christy's 18 Main St. N. $70.48 06- 0125 -4 -00 Dale Charon 616 Main St. S. Upst. $7.94 REFUSE 07- 0870 -0 -00 Cliff Roiger 317 Fifth Ave. S.W. $55.31 07- 0900 -1 -00 Lindsay Vallacher 326 Fourth Ave. S.W. $66.86 08- 0850 -2 -00 Randall Simmons 6 Grove St. S. $53.32 q- / 4 Delinquent Water Accounts Continued 42- 0019 -1 -00 Exted Realty *Southview Terrace Apartments 1012 Hennipen Ave. Glencoe, M 55336 $338.31 42- 0070 -1 -00 Frontier House 1125 Plaza 15 $215.64 01- 0660 -1 -00 J. C. Radiator Repair *72 Second Ave. N.E. P. 0. Box 22 $37.72 *Service Address Recommend water be discontined on November 3, 1980 at 12:00 Noon on all the above except where otherwise noted. 0 0 i (612) 879 -2311 i1UTll�" CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 October 23, 1980 TO: City Council FROM: Homer Pittman, Bldg. Insp. SUBJECT: Move Building Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Hobbs have purchased the old museum and request to move the house to 26 So. Grove Street. The house will be finished on the outside with face brick and insulated to meet the Energy Code. It is to be rewired to meet the Electrical Code and Plumbed to meet the Plumbing Code. This house should fit nicely in this area with the older and larger homes already located there. Sincerely, CITY OF HUTCHILKSON c47 4� Homer Pittman Bldg. Insp. pv attachment 9- G m s •� Y� ° .. _ r i _ it A � "+4;7• � At vy"1 Y� ° .. _ r i _ it ry (612) 879 -2311 i5/Ullf/" CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 October 23, 1980 TO: City Council FROM: City Engineer SUBJECT: Roger Stearns Temporary Building Attached is a copy of data furnished by Mr. Stearns. He desires to place a mobile office unit as a temporary structure to provide.better services to their employees. He has indicated a time span of up to three (3) years. He will be present at the Council Meeting to provide additional information you may desire. Sincerely, CITY OF HUTCHINSON Marlow V. Priebe City Engineer pv attachment cc: Homer Pittman q�-k' MEAD CARBONLESS - REQUIRES NO CARBON, FORM N0. MR13N. THE STATIONERY HOUSE, INC., IDOO FLORIDA AVENUE, HAG*, MD. 21740 STEARNSWOOD, INC. P. O. BOX 50 HUTCHINSON. MN. 55350 16121 Oftu " FOLD AT ARROWS'- 44 TO FIT WINDOW ENVELOPES✓fWE -D OR WE -S Message-Repig ❑ URGENT LEASE RESPOND BY ❑ NO REPLY NECESSARY T0: C�� Q UI�C�v.�.��M DATE: td - I 80 (� SUBJECT: ft TZN : G � Iff cam, V FOLD V o� b� KIM SIGNED: X SIGNED: DATE: SENDER: SEND WHITE AND PINK COPIES. FORM NO. MRI3K THE SIAIIONEWtHOUSE Mt, 1000FEORIDAAVEAIUE .HAGERSFOWN.MO.21MO FOLD E (612) 879 -2311 /11UWZ j CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 October 17, 1980 Mr. Roger R. Stearns Stearnswood, Inc. P.O. Box 50 Hutchinson, MN 55330 Dear Mr. Stearns: The proposal for a temporary addition to the Stearnswood building owned by Great Plains Supply has been referred to the Building Official. He will re- view the matter and refer it to the Council for final approval. Sincerely, CITY OF HUTCHINSON- 11 r /- (Mrs.) Marilyn Swanson Administrative Secretary cc: /Homer Pittman , Bldg. Official f - VIP r 9� 32I SN'Sy�Af'ib� wA1.lcwr�y D S t DING,► — �---�- 'jCO PSt.tN� tJOt-T-*1 �' �.XtSTtN6 L 8Y DooQ � �' p`,�,� , (•� \ �GaYj FENCE � " iP4a+v��ltJt; To Nook [NTO Elc1S'ttNb S��e b�rtty •�4Y. _ JJ t Ve OOSIA� COP- e F a t2' x 32' - empoege1( rtiCHP�or�- o tc�E' Ac�tQ AA .F- BATH h�T1of� TO T1 HEST :. •.< - .. t� \6NT l flQC6S .; -J. ti 1C� -14- a Y 1 3 8Y DooQ � �' p`,�,� , (•� \ �GaYj FENCE � " iP4a+v��ltJt; To Nook [NTO Elc1S'ttNb S��e b�rtty •�4Y. _ JJ t Ve OOSIA� COP- e F a t2' x 32' - empoege1( rtiCHP�or�- o tc�E' Ac�tQ AA .F- BATH h�T1of� TO T1 HEST :. •.< - .. t� \6NT l flQC6S .; -J. ti 1C� -14- • (612) 879 -2311 CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 M E M O R A N D U M DATE: October 24, 1980 TO: GARY PLOTZ, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: HAZEL SITZ, TRANSIT COORDINATOR RE: TRANSPORTATION GRANT Attached are two proposed amendments to our transportation grant for consideration by the City Council. Amendment No. 1 would provide $5,000 to Jefferson Lines for marketing their interconnecting service. Mn /DOT share would be $3,335 and City of Hutchinson share would be $1,665. Attached also is a letter from Jefferson Lines stating that they would agree to provide service until August 31, 1981, the date of the expiration of their present labor contract. Representatives of Mn /DOT recommend that this amendment receive favorable consideration from our City Council. Amendment No. 2 releases to the City of Hutchinson the additional operating funds and the federal Section 18 monies which have been approved for our purchase of two new vehicles. Attached also is a letter from Mn /DOT showing the breakdown in operating dollar amounts. The Mn /DOT letter also explains that in the event Amendment No. 1 is not approved by the City Council, the amounts listed in Amendment No. 2 will need to be changed somewhat, since they reflect the Mn /DOT share of the Jefferson Lines marketing money. The City Council should consider these matters at their next meeting. 4A-,- t�'�NNE�T4 to a OF TO C Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 October 20, 1980 Mr. Gary Plotz City Administrator City of Hutchinson 37 Washington Avenue West Hutchinson, ME 55350 Dk�_ RTs4 . 0` 9S Fit,,,,,(. 612/296 -3331 RE: AMENIMENTS NUMBER ONE AND TWO TO PUBLIC TRANSIT CONTRACT #59823 Dear Mr. Plotz: Sorry for the delay, I hope this reaches you in sufficient time. Assuming that amendments number one and two are approved by your City, the operating dollar amounts will be as follows: Federal Section - 18 -Funds $26,246.00 - Mn /DOT Transit -Funds $20,830.00 Local -Share $10,415.00 I€ amendment number one is not approved, please notify me and I will re -write the section -18- amendment. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact US. Sincerely, Ray Olson, Projects Manager Office of Transit Administration Room B -26A • _ An Equal Opportunity Employer , September 22, 1980 Mr. Gary Platz City of Hutchinson 37 Washington Avenue W. Hutchinson, MN 55350 Dear Mr. Platz: 0 '- ) - JEFFERSON 1206 CURRIE AVENUE MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55403 (612) 335 -8745 Ref: Amendment #1; Contract #59823 The purpose of this letter is to outline our intentions as to continued intercity bus service to Hutchinson. We are presently operating one trip east and one trip west each day, as a diver- sion of our Watertown, South Dakota schedule. 1. We agree to provide service until August 31, 1981. This is the expiration date of our present labor contract. 2. We reserve the right to alter the present schedule as to time/ pattern; however, service will continue to be provided on a daily basis. 3. We will produce and place all media advertising to promote the service. Radio and newspaper ads will be used. The feasibility of direct mail, TV, billboards and point of purchase displays will be studied. Some type of inaugural-public relations event should be held. The emphasis will be on passengers and package express. Sincerely, Ed Thompson Marketing Director cc: Dick Gill Jack Moran - Public Service Commission Bob Howdek - Minnesota Dept. of Transportation `2o2122 23 P SFp 1980 C ey �� to 1��1NESpT.9 Minnesota 10 Department of Transportation r Transportation Building d' St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 tir a� . OF TF1P July 25, 1980 Mr. Gary Plotz, Administrator City of Hutchinson 37 Washington Ave. N. Hutchinson, MN 55350 Dear Gary: Phone 612/296 -1657 ��618914� ti lae Uii 980 cn '`r'C: VXb BY \ ..o. Enclosed for your review and consideration by the Council are 3 copies of amendment number one to agreement numbered 59823. The intent of increasing the line item budget shown as Exhibit 2 to the agreement under IV C, Advertising, Marketing and Promotional is quite clearly spelled out with the prolific use of the word WHEREAS. . Acceptance by the City of this amendment requires that: a. finding will be matched, 2/3 Mn /DOT share or $3,335 and 1/3 City of Hutchinson share or $1,665 to a combined maximum amount of $5,000 for promotion of the intercity service. b. the expenditure of funds is City responsibility to secure the most productive result. I recommend pooling your expertise with that of the Zephyr Lines. (Jefferson) per- sonnel who to my knowledge have developed excellent programs. c. records including invoices be maintained for all costs including personnel time sheets by hour for any claim made for funds. It is a pleasure for '.In/DOT to participate in an agressive effort to encourage increased utilization of public transportation. Sincerely, Bob Howdek, Assistant Director Office of Transit Administration ENCLOSURE _ An Equal Opportunity Employer _49po- 505 Amendment iii 11 STATE OF MINNES -0%A Department of Transnortation CONTRACT A"END: E.NT to Contract #59823 between tine Minnesota Departf"ent of Transportation On /DOT) and City of Hutchinson / WHEREAS, the Recipient has requested that intercity transportation service be provided to their jurisdiction by Zephyr Bus Lines on a daily schedule and WHEREAS, said intercity service is a demonstration to encourage the - .use =of public transportation.. and .provide public transportation for persons who are dependent on such service and WHEREAS, the Recipient's public transit system will coordinate to the extent practical with the intercity service and WHEREAS, Zephyr Bus Lines operates as a private entity wholly supported by revenues generated from the transportation of pass- engers and package freight and WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the Recipient to maintain and preserve intercity transportation service. Recipients assistance will include a marketing effort to inform potential users within the service area of the availability and how said service may meet future transportation requirements and WHEREAS, the cost of an effective marketing effort will approximate, but not exceed $5,000 THEREFORE, this contract is amended to increase the contract amount by $3,335 for a total contract amount of $38,329 as set forth in Section 1, Paragraph A and Paragraph C (1). APPROVED RECIPIENT Commissioner of Administration For By By Date Title Mayor APPROVED AS TO FOP.I•i AaD E:SCUTION By Title City Clerk Special Assistant Attorney_ General Date Date - ENCUMBERED COMMISSIONER OF FINANCE MINNESOTA EPApTMENT OF T P-,, NSPORTATION By By Date Title Date f- Z70 J STATE Or Deparbn:nt of TrzinspDrtat ion SUPP111-1-0' :TAL P : -ITIN7 NO. 2 .70 CON'I' ?1!.T No. 59823 Whereas, purpuant to Malin. Stat. 34.07, the Minnesota Departrrent of Transportation (1%n /D0T) has been designated by the Governor to receive and accept federal fuzids provided under Section 18 of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1978 (Section 18 funds); and Whereas, Minn. Stat. 8174.245 established a public transit capital grant assistance progra-n to aid eligible recipients to meet federal matching requirana, -nts for federal grants available for the purchase and major repair of transit vehicles; and Whereas, the Recipient is eligible to receive Section 18 funds...and nn /WT capital grant funds; and Whereas, in existing grant contract 1 59823 P %/DOT agreed to Certain financial grant participation; and Whereas, the parties norw desire to use available Section 18 funds. Now, Therefore, it is agreed to a. -tend Contract x 59823 ' as follcati-s: Section I. Financial Particisation The existing paragraphs A and B are deleted and the folkwi.ng language is added: A. Payrn^nt by Mn/DOT. mn /DOT agrocs to pay the Recipient the sun of $ 47,076.00 or 83.33 of Recipients actual operating deficit, ui-Achever is less. In addition, Mrl/Mr agrees to pay the recipient the sum of L52,.200,00 or 90. of Recipients costs for purchase of capital equip:r_nt, Whichever is less. i and the recipient shall be as follows: State (P.111 ter) Federal (Section 343) Pcci pi cnt Operating 2/3 of non - federal $26,246.00 1/3 of non - federal share (minimum) share Capital 1.0. oz. 10.01 (mininnn) "Operating Deficit" is defined as the amount by x4hich the total operating expenses incurred in the operation of the transit project exceed the am-)Lnt of operating revenues derived therefrdm. r B. Responsibility of the Recipient. The recipient agrees to provide, from local sources, all other ponies necessary over the maxim n grant awimts given above. . Section III. Records and Documentation The following new paragraph "E" is added: E. Allowability of all expenses charged to Mn /DOT, relating to this agreement, shall be in accordance with Federal Management Circular 74 -4. Section V. General Provisions J. Minority Business Enterprise The Recipient, in connection with the execution of this agreement, agrees to abide by the statements and conditions in Exhibit 3 attached and hereby incorporated into this contract. K. Title VI -Civil Rights Act of 1964 The Recipient, in connection with the execution of this agreement, assures compliance with the statements and conditions of Exhibit 4 attached and .hereby incorporated into this contract. Section VI. All other sections and paragraphs of Contract 0 59823 remain in full force and effect. STATF. OF D1114NEISCTA DEPT►la l•,i✓,:T OF T1-;ViNS1N)1rfj �T -T9, For. ± By Fay Title Title Date (p By APPROVED Title 0 -2,11SSI9Z -R OF AD•iI'NISTRATIO`] Date By Date APPROVED AS TO FORM AND r=CU T I4.� Special Assistant Attorney C�neral. Date DMMERED OOIOUSSIONER OF FINANCE a By Date APPROVED BY: _. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION By Title (612) 879 -2311 f CITY OF HUTCHINSON 37 WASHINGTON AVENUE WEST HUTCHINSON, MINN. 55350 October 24, 1980 TO: City Council FROM: City Engineer SUBJECT: Street Improvement Roger Gustafson, County Engineer, has contacted me relative to the County's desire for an overlay improvement to Second Avenue S.W. from Franklin Street to Dale Street, Dale Street from Second Avenue S.W. to 4th Avenue S.W. and Fifth Avenue N.W. to Kouwe Street in 1982. They propose that this be a joint City /County project. Projects of this type have been handled the same as with the State. That is, the County would pay for the center 24 feet and the City the balance. Your concurrence is requested at this time to program same in 1982. Sincerely, CITY OF HUTCHINSON )n v- �3.Q�e Marlow V. Priebe City Engineer pv 9- � ') 879 -2311 "Y OF HUTCHINSON iHINGTON AVENUE WEST VSON, MINN. 55350 October 24, 1980 MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: RALPH NEUMANN RE: SEWAGE PLANT REPAIR The attached letter is self explanatory. This blower has to be replaced either by repairing or replacement. Because of the cost difference between new and repair ($595.001, it is my recommendation that a new blower be purchased. v— –ZA perry grubb associates, inc. 771 HARDING ST. N.E. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55413 612/331 -3066 October 20, 1980 Finley Mix C/0 City of Hutchinson Hutchinson, MN 55350 Re: Blower Costs Dear Finley: As per our phone conversation on 10- 17 -80, this blower failure was due to bearing failure. The impellers, gears, bearings, seals and gaskets would have to be replaced if you decided to repair it. The factory estimate for availability of parts needed is February of 1981. - Cost to repair blower: $6,520.00. Cost for new 717 RAS blower: $7,115.00 if picked up at Perry Grubb. New blower availability would be February of 1981. Also, note that Dresser Company will have a price increase of approximately 7% on November 1, 1980. Si cerely, James Brennom Service Manager JB /pc 0 0 P 0 0 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING October 28, 1980 WATER & SEWER FUND State Treasurer* PERA $ 219.05 Central Mn. Communications radio 722.50 Kilmartins supplies 60.21 Mn. Valley Testing Lab. testing 856.50 Power Process Equipment repairs 251.25 Van Waters $ Rogers chemicals 174.28 McCarthy Well Co. well repairs 960.79 Am. Water Works Assn. dues- R.Nagy 15.00 Perry Grubb Associates repairs 125.00 Keys Well Drilling Co. repairs 3051.25 Zep Mfg. Co. chemicals 152.00 Robert Porath refund- double payment 28.50 Xerox Inc. copy machine maintenance 6,616.33 GENERAL FUND St. Treasurer PERA $3339.41 Dales Auto Sales engine analizer scope 1400.00 Michale $ Belenda Guetter replacement check for #8866 17,924.25 McLeod Co. Treasurer it if 84.46 Farmers Home Administration it to 31,891.29 Anthony &C011en Forcier replacement check for #8865 43,855.97 1st Fed. Savings of it 6044.03 Central Mn. Communications radio repairs 20.37 Gopher Sign Co. signs 463.75 Johnson Motor Co. repair parts 22.74 MacQueen Equipment Inc. repair parts 173.34 Road Machinery repair parts 2938.19 Xerox Inc. copy machine maintenance 163.69 Ziemers Grocery meeting costs 21.78 Larry & Barbara Sorensen down payment 15,000.00 G 4 R. Ins. Services notary board 4- commission 30.00 Genes Body Shop vehicle repairs 53.00 Allied Plastics of Mpls ice rink 3363.75 Hutch Warehouse Grocery pop corn 10.20 National Supermarket STore pop corn 23.01 Superintendent of Documents publication 4.00 Film Fair Comm. bike safety film 191.00 Aetna Cas. F Surety Co. bus insurance 3474.00 Central Contractors Supply generator 560.00 Document Division 1980 Laws of Mn. 120.00 Law Enforcement Equipment supplies 14.65 LTP Enterprises repairs 435.19 Living Room Plus picture frames 33.48 Optimist Club candle sale 548.89 Prairie House meeting 6.53 Tom Thumb 2 rolls film 16.58 R.L. Polk $ Co. registration manuel 16.00 U. of Minnesota reg. fees 60.00 Hazel Sitz mileage 77.97 Mark Schnobrich % safety shoes 20.00 // -a- / 0 -2- U.S. Civil Defense Council Joe 4 Joyce Anglin Allen Office Products Automatic Voting Machine Blue Cross -Blue Shield Carr Flowers Central District Services Copy Equipment Inc. Co. Treasurer Co. Treasurer Fabricare Cleaners Pamida George Field Holmstein Ice Rinks HAVTI Hutch Community Hospital Hutch Snyder Drug Hutch Iron $ Metal Hutch Utilities Hutch Cafe School Dist. #423 Ideal Shoe Shop Internal Revenue Service Johnson Super Value Kustom Mech. Servic e Krasen Plbg $ Htg. Leef Bros. Logis MacQueen Equipment Kenneth Merrill Motorola Inc. Marilyn Swanson McGarvey Coffee Inc. Ralph Neuman Homer Pittman The Patco Company Rutz Plbg. & Htg. Shopka Standard Printing TKDA United Bldg. Center Velvet Coach Inc. Joe Getz Mn. Rec. $ Park Assn. Thunderbird Motel Lee A. Wright Gary Briese Jeff Schwarze Lee Thunstrom Barb Kiesling Maplewood Figure Skating Club i 1981 dues dislocation $ moving expense supplies contract payment medical insurance flowers -Beck funeral board meeting supplies last half taxes dl fees for county cleaning bedding anti - freeze fire chief convention repairs meeting laundry $ blood tests supplies iron lites for Oakwood Addition board meetings recreation supervisor flag repairs fed. excise tax trash can bags repairs repairs uniform rental computer charges repair parts mileage contract payment coffee poliee coffee % safety shoes registration fees clothing boiler repairs film & flash printing forms prof. fees repairs meeting &safety shoes seminar lodging referee referee referee referee ice show ice show $ 33.00 500.00 92.55 2671.68 200.79 20.00 3.59 24.48 2438.23 111.00 81.85 153.32 163.19 226.20 26.25 40.80 4.50 25.00 4193.63 236.52 143.26 7.50 237.68 2.98 24.90 27.37 33.80 1480.45 81.58 32.41 218.25 7.19 32.50 20.00 7.00 152.81 62.25 8.98 81.95 4074.50 68.80 9.36 10.00 114.25 132.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00 350.00 320.00 $ 151,599.87 -3- OFF STREET PARKING Charles Bell servicing meters $148.50 The Harstad Co. repair parts 204.69 353.18 BRIDGE FUND RCM Associates professional fees $ 2394.23 LIQUOR STORE FUND Ed Phillips & Sons liquor & wine $ 822.35 Twin City Wine Co. wine 2612.28 Old Peoria liquor 1346.24 Griggs Cooper & Co. liquor 1865.62 Hutchinson Telephone Co. phone service 39.54 Hutchinson Utilities electricity 407.40 City of Hutchinson transfer of funds 10,000.00 Sprengler Trucking freight charges 721.34 Hutchinson Leader ads 4.13 Old Peoria Co. liquor $ wine 2712.72 Twin City Wine Co. liquor $ wine 1212.05 Griggs Cooper & Co. liquor F wine 2842.30 Northland Beverages mix 200.10 Ed Phillips & Sons liquor F wine 615.30 Griggs Cooper $ Co. liquor & wine 806.89 $26,208.26 0 0 A .FpR Y p 1IR,�NF IN,AR T/ aY .,Z. , C;-/. E i Oct, 14, /qgd jv� 0 O Q GEORGE E.HULSTRAND RONALD C. ANDERSON L. WAYNE LARSON ARTHUR J. BOYLAN City Council City of Hutchinson c/o City Clerk Hutchinson, MN 55350 Dear Sir: LAW OFFICES HuLSTR.AND, ANDERSON, "EtsoN & BOYI.AN WILLMAR BUILDING. P. O. BOX 130 WIT.T.MAR, HYPMBOOTA 66201 Re: Dwight D. Freitag Our File: G -6373 October 21, 1980 TELEPHONE 235 -4313 AREA CODE 612 1020 2122\ 40 4 �C x1980 2 kz:� FOR YOUR INFORMATION Please be advised that we represent Dwight D. Freitag in connection with the denial of the building permit relative to the West 150 feet of Lot 81, Lynn Addition to Hutchinson. We have been following this matter for several weeks, and we are informed that the City Council took action on October 14, 1980 to deny the building permit. Our information comes from the Hutchinson Leader which -- reports that the Council settled the matter between Clarence Freitag and his neighbors by voting to reject a request to divide a long, narrow lot so his son could build his house on the rear portion. You should understand, of course, that the lot was divided by Quit Claim Deed dated August 8, 1980, and recorded August 21, 1980 in Book 183 of Deeds at Page 235 in the office of the McLeod County Recorder. That deed conveyed a perpetual driveway easement across the easterly part of the lot for driveway. If, in fact, this matter has been treated as a dispute between Clarence Freitag and abutting land owners, we would call your attention to the law in this State expressed by our Supreme Court that such matters may not be resolved on the basis of the desire of neighbors. This matter, in my judgment is solely one to be decided on the basis of the City Zoning Ordinance. Although I requested that the City Attorney advise me in a letter of October 3 of the legal grounds upon which the building permit could be denied, I have had no response. This confirms my judgement that there is no basis under the Charter or Zoning Ordinance by which this application can be rejected. As a result of the action of the City Council, Mr. Freitag has incurred certain expenses, including a cost of $600.00 for preparation of a survey and $500.00 in consequence of the Council's failure to timely grant the permit. There are other expenses as well that are occurring by virtue of this action. City Council October 21, 1980 Page 2 Our position now is to consider legal action against the City, and perhaps others, to compel the issuance of this permit, and to recover damages incurred by Mr. Freitag. Obviously, this approach will necessitate further time and expense to various parties. If at all possible, we would like to avoid that course of action. Therefore, we request that the Council take action at its next regularly scheduled meeting to reverse its action, grant the building permit requested by Mr. Freitag and reimburse him for the $1,100.00 in existing damages. If this is not done, Mr. Freitag will have no alternative but to take appropriate action. Yours very truly, HULSTRAND, ERSO , SON & BOYLAN Ronald C. Anderson RCA /jk cc: M. D. Schantzen City Attorney Box 220 Hutchinson, MN 55350 9 0 (612) 879 -23 % 1 jvHUTCHINSON, C17"Y OF HUTCI INSC�N 37 11 ASHINGTON AVENUE WEST MINN. 55350 MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: PERSONNEL COORDINATOR RE: EMPLOYEE MEETING DATE. September 18, 1980 FOR YOUR INFORMATION Councilman Gruenhagen has asked that City Council members be informed that a group of employees has brought up the topic of vacation benefit for the second time at a morning employee meeting. Their request is that consideration be given to granting 3 weeks vacation with pay sooner than after 10 years of service, as present policy exists. For your information, following is a summary of vacation policy as summarized in the 1980 League of Cities Salary Survey for cities of 5,000 to 20,000 population. Years Employed /Days Vacation Number of Cities 5/15 . . . . . . . . . . . 4 6/15...........2 - 7/15 . . . . . . . . . . . 6 + 1 Utilities Comm. 8/15 . . . . . . . . .. . . 6 + 2 Utilities Comm's. 9/15 . .. . . . . . . . . . 1 Utilities Comm. 10/15 . . . . . . . . . . . 8 + 1 Utilities Comm. 12/15...........1 15/15...........1 Total Reporting 28 + 4 Utilities Comm's. The three most common policies for paid vacation in this survey are: 1. After 10 years, 15 days vacation .2. After 8 years, 15 days vacation 3. After 7 years, 15 days vacation Respectfully, vullc 1v9 I.Wuv C�w To: Gary Plotz �� Ken Gruenhagen From:H. Sitz (5,000 to 10,000 population) 5/15 6/15 ---------- 7/15- __- - -__._ Hermantown Cloquet Alexandria Morris Grand Rap. Alex. Util. St. Peter Utilities Det. Lakes Litch Util. No. Mankato Waseca (10,000 to 20,000 population) Virginia Owatonna SURVEY - 1980 - LEAGUE OF CITIES (Example: 5/15 means after 5 years employment PAID VACATION POLICY receive 15 days vacation) 8/15 Litchfield Litch Util. Marshall Marshall Utilities Sauk Rapids Fergus Falls Hibbing Util Red Wing 9/15 Willmar Ut. FOR AO R INF MATION 110/15 112/15 115/15 Little Falls Hutchinson Montevideo Th. Riv. Fall Worthington New Ulm New ill m Util. Owatonna Util Willmar Elk River Pipestone TOTAL 1 4 � 7 8 . _ .._..� 1. SUMMARY: Of cities sur_v_eyed ,the three most common policies for paid vacation are: 1. After 10 years employment, receive 15 days vacation (9 cities) 2. After 8 years employment, receive 15 days vacation (8 cities) 3. After 7 years employment, receive 15 days vacation (7 cities) i i i I i i 0 i City Council Hutchinson, Minnesota Dear Council Members; 1711 West Marie St. Pasco, VA 99301 October 14, 1980 2I U FOR YOUR INFORMATION During our recent visit in Hutchinson in July with our daughter's family, we visited your Carnegie iihrary and were surprised to find that it was your community library facility. It is stately in appearance and has the distinction of being registered as a national landmark. No doubt it is administratively well operated under difficult circumstances. It would appear that Hutch might just be another mid western town, but after several visits we recognize it as having a large group of talented people. It is incredible that the size of Hutchinson and its library are so vouch in contrast. It is obvious to us that the citizenry is not particularly interested in addressing itself to the educational needs of its community. The compelling reason behind this letter is represented in our daughter's family and their expectations, as well as for others, to develop their potential. By having adequate library facilities and resource materials available for their use contributes to that end. Your community received its present library along with 1600 comm- nities across this country through the benefits derived from the Carnegie Foundation Fund. Get your heads out of the sand, Hutchinsonians! The Carnegie Foundation is out of money. It's your turn to build a library befitting of your comgunity. _ Your 2:y 11 Rus A. Wiseman, Sr. Copies tot Hutchinson City Council Hutchinson header City Library Board i (Minnesota State Department of Education ® Copitol Square 0 550 Cedar Street 0 St Raul, (1 iinnzsoto 55101 October 14, 1980 Pj,o..: 612- 296 -2288 Mr. George Field FOR YOUR INFORMATION Fire Marshal 37 Washington Avenue West Hutchinson, Minnesota 55350 Re: "Security Latch" for panic hardware equipped doors. Dear Mr. Field: The deviee aLd use referred to in your telephone call is appar- ently in violation of the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code. Please see attached copies of letters and literature from Wally Collins, Assistant Division Director of the State Fire Marshal Division. .Required exit doors and hardware must be operable at all hours with a single effort in case of emergency. Otherwise why bother with expensive panic type hardware on doors when ordinary lock- able type hardware would be much less expensive? Apparently the problem at Hutchinsons' Schools is no different then in many other schools in that it is likely poor maintenance of hardware resulting in lack of trust that doors are properly - closing. Poorly closing doors waste.energy in the winter. The Hutchinson public schools should cease chain locking panic hardware and strive to improve and better maintain their panic hardware and door closings for improving life safety as per law. Sincerely, Floyd E. Erickson, Assistant Director School Facilities Planning Section FEE /bjm cc: Brian Buckmeyer, Business - Administrator Independent School District No. 423 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ��M• "11:-00 M DEPARTMENT Education TO FROM STATE OF MINNESOTA 0 mcc Memorandum DATE: 1 -15 -80 Jinn Lee Publications and Public Informatioonn f Fredrik M. Christiansen, Director School Facilities Planning and Ope'a�ti" s L: SUBJECT: Safety The enclosed communications remind me that we often emphasize "crowd control" or "building management" at the expense of human safety. There have been instances in the past year when able_ bodied children have been inadvertently locked within school buildings and were un- able to escape. Fortunately in the instances that I am aware of,.,.: hunger and fear•were the only consequences for the children and par - ent fear followed by relief when the child was found unharmed the following morning, and finally outrage on the part of the parents.- The chaining of panic doors, locking of toilets, locker rooms or,.ans space in.such a way that occupants cannot escape is unconscionable when done to avo-* d- maintenance, vandali sm'or simply to make it r:ore convenient for the staff. Panic hardware, properly installed and maintained, provities adequate security for school buildings. There is not one "'thing" in school buildings more important.than the people. Our- yraditional priorities for safe, healthful, physi- cal environments In which to learn need reemphases. cc: Howard B. Ca.5mey, Commissioner of Education R. J. Laliberte,`Assistant Commissioner School Management Services . Nally Collins, Assistant Division Director Fire Marshal Division, Department of Public Safety E • 'awe- of Public Sa DEPARTMENT Y - Fire Marshal Division TO FROM SUBJECT: Fred Christiansen State Director of School Facilities (Planning and Operations) Department of Education Wally Collins Assistant Division irec r Fire Marshal Division Attached brochure and letters STATE OF MINNESOTA 0 f f icy Memorandum RECEI.111ber 31, 1979 279 STATE OEPA pN9 6 7872 SCHOOL FACILITIES SECTION Enclosed please find copies of a letter and brochure from William Galarneault, as well as my response to him. Since it is apparent the security latch in question has already found its way into some state schools, I am wondering if it would be possible your office could communicate our concerns to all school districts to remove any of the devices from further use on exit doors of facilities having them. I am attempting to contact St. Paul Book & Stationary Company to alert them of our findings at this time. If you have any questions regarding our interpretation in this matter, please contact me at 296 -7872. WC:jh enclosures DIVISION OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL 1240 uN1VERSRY AVENUE i iT. rAUI. MINNESOTA 55104 TELEPNONEt 46121296-7041 Bpd STATE OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY December 31, 1979 Mr. Jim McMahon, Sales Manager St. Paul Book and Stationary PO Box 43410 Arden Hills, MN 55565 Re: "Security Latch" Dear Mr. McMahon: 44 Please be advised the Fire Marshal Division is in receipt of a complaint from a Minnesota school district regarding a device being sold by your company to secure panic hardware equipped doors. After careful study, it is our determination that -the device called "security latch" is in violation of the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code (MUFC); specifically in NFPA #101, Life Safety Code, 1973 edition, Sections 5 -2164 and 5- 2171, when used on exit doors from educational and /or assembly occupancies. We have contacted the State Board of Education to caution all school districts regarding the usage of the "security latch ". If you have any questions regarding our interpretation of the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code, please contact this office. Yours very truly, o. all Co 'ns Assis ant ivision Director WC:jh cc: Mr. Fred Christiansen, State Director of School Facilities (Planning and Operations) Mr. Wes Werner, State Fire Marshal All Fire Marshal Division Staff AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOY& r)IVISION OF STATE FIRE MARSHA j 1.246 UNIVERSITY AVENUE { ST. PAUL. MINNESOTA 63104 TELEPHONES (612) "G -7641 December 31, 1979 n n�ta` STATE OF MINNESOTA _ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Mr. William J. Galarneault, Business Administrator Independent School District #748 Sartell, Minnesota 56377 Re: Security latch, panic hardware equipped doors at educational /assembly buildings. Dear Bill: In reply to your letter dated December 26, 1979, regarding the above subject, please be advised as follows: The Minnesota Uniform Fire Code includes the National Fire Protection Association Standard #101, Life Safety Code (1973 edition). Educa- tional facilities and places of assembly are addressed in the stan- dard with specific language citing the requirements for panic equip- ment on exit doors as follows: Chapter 8, Places of Assemb -ly, "8 -1261. An exit door from an assembly occupancy shall not be provided with a latch or lock unless it is panic hardware." Chapter 9, Educational Occupancies, 09 -1331. Any exterior door and any room door subject to use by 100 or more persons shall be operated by bars or other panic hardware device, in accordance with 5 -216, except that a door leading directly to the outside from a classroom occupied by less than 100 persons may be equipped with the same knob - operated school- house type lock as is used on classroom doors leading to corridor, with no provision whatsoever for locking against egress from the classroom." In addition, two sections of Chapter 59 Means of Egress, specify locking devices on panic hardware as follows: Section 5 -2164. "Required panic hardware shall not be equipped with any locking or dogging device, set screw, or other arrangement which can be used to prevent the release of the latch when pressure is applied to the bar." - continued- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER O s Page 2ofz • "•• Section 5 -2171. "No lock, padlock, hasp, bar, chain, or other device, or combination thereof shall be installed or maintained at any time on or in connection with any door on which panic hardware is required by this Code, if such device_ rrgsents-, or is intended to prevent, the free use of the door for purposes of egress. With all the above requirements at hand, it is our considered opinion, after consulting with other Fire Marshal staff, that the security latch shown in the brochure you submitted to our office would be in violation of the State Fire Code and could create a shared liability if used by an educational/ asse�rbiy occupancy. If this explanation is unclear or if you have further questions, please feel - free to call me at (612) 296 -7872, during regular business hours.. Sincerely n» 1.5d.%015 Loa I%.- r WC:jh cc: Mr. Fred Christiansen, State Director of School Facilities (Planning and Operations) Mr. Wes Werner, State Fire Marshal All Fire Marshal Division Staff E SABRES 0 Sartell - St. Stephen Public Schools Independent School District No. 798 Bartell, Minnesota 56M FRANCIS HEINEN- Saperistesdest of sch"Ie W. R. LYMBURN- Hijh School Principal DAVID D. RPANEY- Ant. Priscipal and AtUrtic Director State FAAe Mans hatt 1246 Un iveuity Avenue Southeast St. Pa.ue, Minnesota 55104 Dean Sik: W. J. GALARNEALLT- 253.2200 Bariseft Admisistrator DON RAFFENBEUI- 253 -2200 Ek-exter7 Prkcipal EVERM KROLL- St. Stephen Principal 253.2200 December 26, 1979 r-nc,Coaed you wift gnd a photocopy os a btochune we tecaved f tom St. Paut Book and Stati oneny ,c, nAt=Ung a new device caned a aecuxity .Catch. It .c.6 out under- dtandi ng that b evenat a shoots in the aAea ate pnes enttY wing this tateh. We wound a Ao tike to use it ab aecuAity becomes a tnemendoub pnobtem with .in -door events. We wound tike to know .ij th i6 .Catch .i.6 pen- miaa.i bte to use on doom with panic bau white PeoPte are in the beu.Cdi n w c tneaa.in event6 , .L. e. as ke tba P,C, wren g, gymnastiea, etc. S.inceaety, W.c,P.e i am J. Ga wmeaul t, Bas.cne ,6 Adm& atAaton WJG: d6h Bnctoaurea - "An OpponunitY EmPkWi" o � � � CO rp r a�lI It 253 -2200 251 -1284 252-5974 11 10 DIVISION OF STATE FIRE MARSH* OF 12x6 UNIVERSITY AVENUE 1 ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 83104 TELEPHONE: (6121 226 -7641 STATE OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY E. Dale Birkeland, Superintendent Independent School District 423 30 Glen Street North Hutchinson, Xinnesota "35O Dear Mr, Birkeland: September 139 1980 FOR YOUR INFORMATION On September 10I, 1980, this inspector conducted a re- inspection at the Hutchinson Elementary School,-On that date the status of the items cited In- written order of December 19, 1979, was found to be as fbllowst 1. Lori oted: Cotopus electrical arrangement at Teachers Lounge has been removed. 2s Correoteds Fusible link hold -open device on boiler room door has been removed and door was closed at time of inspection. 3. Oorrectedt Self - closing devices on doors to locations specified in order have been restored to proper operation. 46 Oorreotedt Approved 'exit' signs have been installed above exit access doors at Little Theatre. _ 50 2orrectedt Automatic beat detector and ceiling light at Boy Scout Room have been repaired. 66 Oorreoted: Storage at main storage room has been lowered 18' below sprinkler, deflectors. T. Oorreeteds Supplies have been removed from art classroom. 8. Oorreoted= Approved panic hardware has been installed on exit door from boys looker room. 9. Not Oorr� d: No documentation was available at time of inspection regarding flame retardanoy of drapes and curtains at Little Theatre and main auditorium. 10. Gorr egteds Automatic sprinkler system has been extended at main storage room. 11. Oorrectedt A 4" sill has been provided at transformer vault. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER .4010O E. Dale Birkeland. Page 2. September 15, 1980 12. Correcteds Approved smoke detectors have been installed in basement corridor as required in order. 13. Not Oorreote is Tamper switches on sprinkler control vales still transmit an alarm signal when actuated. They must be changed to transmit a distinctive trouble signal. 1$. Oor reateds Illuminated exit signs have been installed at locations specified in order. 15. Oorr ws Emergency lighting facilities have been provided at main auditorium. 16. Not Oorreoteds Emergency lighting facilities have yet to be installed in foyer outside main auditorium,, in corridor and stairways near looker rooms and at other looations as specified in order. 17. BOA Oor�s Openings in floor and osiling in plumbing chase in boys rest room near room 213 bars not been sealed. 18. Not Oorrecteds Required hardware has yet to be installed on firedoor at top of stairs from project room. 19. Not Oor�teds Required hardware has yet to be installed on firedoors at supply room near office in 1956 addition and at intermediate library storage rooms 1114A and 1115. 20. Oorre_ote,ds Classroom door on second floor has been relocated to bring dead- end corridor within acceptable limits. Also on September 10, 19809 this inspector conducted a re- inspection at the Vineyard United Vatho-dist 8hurch School. On that date the status of the items cited in written order of January 9, 1980, was found to be as follows& 1. Corr cteds Pressurirsd water extinguishers in the building were serviced on February 49 19809 by Sheldon Niss Fire Extinguisher Sales 6 Service. 2. 0orreoteds A Simplex fire alarm system has been installed in school areas as required in order. 3• Not Oorrecteds Approved self - closing devices have yet to be installed on fire - doors to storage rooms and janitorial closets. Please submit a written plan of correction as soon as possible specifying outside dates of completion for each item in the December 19th and January 9th orders whiob bane been identified ae not corrected. Fegarding written order dated September 10, 1979, relating to kindergarten, first and second grads students at the Hutchinson Elementary Sobool, please be advised that since a complete automatic sprinkler system has been extended throughout all ' . 8. Dale Birkeland, Page 3. i September 15, 1980 0 basement areas, kindergarten and first grade students shall be permitted to use the basement facilities in that building, provided all equivalent life safety measures specified by the State Fire Marshal Division are provided and maintained. In order for continued usage of basement areas by kindergarten students, as well as usage of all other floors by first and second grade students, to be permitted, the following provisions shall be met as previously disoussedi 1. Approved automatic smoke detectors, spaced 30 fret apart and mounted at center coiling of corridors at all ievils of the building, shall be in- stalled and inter— conneoted wits Vis existing fire alarm system by August, 1981. 2. Emergency lighting facilities shall be installed at all corridors, stair - ways and exits by August, 1981. 3. Adiitional exits, leading directly to fresh air at grade level and com- plying with the Building Code, shall be provided at each basement room subject to use by kindergarten students by August, 1981. $. The entire building small be under direct adult supervision at all times the building is occupied. f. Building staff shall be provided with continuous, on —going training in fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures to the satisfaction of the Hutchinson Fire Chief. Should you have any questions regarding these items, please feel free to contact Me Your cooperation in these matters is greatly appreciated. Very truly yours, ]Robert L. Imholte Inspector, State Fire Marshal Division eat Lloyd Schlueter, Chief, Hutchinson Fire Department X.3, Schantsen, Hutchinson City Attorney minnesota department of health 717 s.e. delaware st. (612: 296 -5221 City Council c/o Gary D. P1otz, Clerk City Hall 37 Washington Ave. W. Hutchinson, MN 55350 Dear Council Members: minneapolis 55440 is ^0��2,�3�415� o � �t;T!930 N LO REepjvrz �U W ��o� � aY ti szBZ�'9 OCT 141980 FOR YOUR INFORMATION We are enclosing a copy of the report of our district office covering an investigation of your municipal water supply. If you have any questions concerning the information - contained in this report, please communicate with Mr. Mark D. Sweers, Public Health Engineer, Minnesota Department of Health, South 'Central District, 75 Navaho Ave., Mankato, MN 56001. Phone: 507- 389 -2501. Enclosure CC: Mr. Dick Nagy, Water Supt. G an equal opportunity employer 11�'.3 X s very truly, q Gary L En lund, P . E . ,'Chief Sectio of Water Supply and al Engineering MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH REPORT ON INVESTIGATION OF PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY Name of Water Supply PWS ID Number Hutchinson Municipal Water Supply 1430004 Street Telephone Numbers: City Hall 37 Washington Ave. W. City: 612/879 -2311 Operatorb12 /879 -2311 ext. ( City I State Zip Code Hutchinson MN 55350 Engineer: County District McLeod South Central Other: Water Superintendent Classification Plant Classification Owner Type Dick Nagy Class B Class C Municipal Other Operators Classification Plant Type Plumbing Permits and K) 0 Randy DeVries Class C Community Inspections Required Yes No Date of Previous Survey Date of Survey Dick Ebert not certified March 1, 1979 June 4, 1980 City Engineer Mallow SERVICE AREA CHARACTERISTICS: El Municipal ❑ School or College ❑ Recreation Area ❑ Mobile Home Park ❑ Hotel /Motel ❑ Campground ❑ Company Town ❑ Resort ❑ Housing Development ❑ Institution ❑ Restaurant ❑ Other Population Served Service Connections Storage Capacity: 9,500 3,700 (100) ** (List Separately) (2) 500,000 gal. steel eleva Design Capacity (gal /day) Average Daily Production (gal /day) 125,000 gal. steel eleva 2.800.000 1 600 000 500,000 gal. ground rese Emergency Capacity (gal /dayl Highest Daily Production (gal /day) 21-500,000 Total: 1,625,000 gallons TREATMENT WELL DATA C C ` c 72 0 r .5 �+ — c • q C C 'r co • C 0 A C - �O J a 'T O H �• • v c W rn o = - E c c E ; n Source Name Q Q U rn LL U rn rR H Q . 0 > U rn 3 3 m LL rn O n Well No. 3 G P c lac IF11 Val 1 1964 8" 395 40 80 VT Well No. 4 G P c k c F1 Va 1966 16" 420 40 80 VT Well No. 5 G P Pc 1A c F1 Va 1970 16" 420 40 80 VT Well No. 6 G P Dc Ac Fl Va 1973 18" 420 40 80 VT i FT- I Remarks: f Surveyed a b fp rov d by: uc_rvmnd 'Jm Bd ed 6roi 00 17! 251 501 RECOMMENDATIONS 1. The gas chlorine room should be provided with a door opening to the ex- terior of the building. No door should exit from the chlorine room to the rest of the building. 2. All underwater crossing should be eliminated as soon as practical by constructing an above -water crossing. An alternate method would be to install a manhole on one side of the crossing, having valves and appur- tenances such that the crossing can be pressure tested. 3. Watermains crossing house sewers, storm sewers, or sanitary sewers shall be laid to provide a separation of at least 18 inches between the bottom of the watermain and the top of the sewer. When local conditions prevent a vertical separation as described, the following construction shall be used: A. Sewers passing over or-less than 18 inches below watermains shall be constructed of materials equal to watermain standards of construction. B. In addition, sewers passing over watermains shall be protected by providing: (1) a vertical separation of at least 18 inches between the bottom of the sewer and the top of the watermain; (2) adequate structural support for the sewers to prevent excessive deflection of joints and settling on and breaking the watermains; (3) that the length of water pipe be centered at the point of cross- ing so.that the joints will be equidistant and as far as possible from the sewer. 4. All watermains crossing under railroad tracks should be protected by a carrier pipe. 5. The overflow of the elevated storage tank in the park should be extended to within 12 to 14 inches of the ground and discharge over a splash plate. 6. A.-free chlorine residual of at least 0.2 to 0.5 milligrams per liter should be maintained on all points of the distribution system. 7. The water superintendent should continue to further qualify himself by attending one of the annual water works operators' seminars and the Dis- trict Water Operators' Schools. They are a. valuable experience for any - one engaged in this field. MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Section of Water Supply and General Engineering Sanitation Safety Rating of Hutchinson Municipal Water Supply Date Tung 4, 19RO 00 and upward - high degree of safety. Watchful maintenance needed., 85 to 80 - moderately high degree of safety. Correction and maintenance program continued. 70 to 84 - poor to dangerou4ndition. Prompt corrective action ntly needed. 69 and lower - very dangerous condition. Baergency measures necessary. Perfect As As See Recoemendation No. Score Found Recomeendsd In Attached Report (A) Source Sanitary Safety 20 20 20 Adequacy of treatment Bacteriological Quality 10 10 10 Physical quality I 2 2 2 Chemical quality 1 4 4 4 I j Biological quality 2 2 2 Adequacy of quantity 2 2 2 --------- -- --- ------ -Sub -total 40___ Hazard adjustment factor deducted 0 Total 40 40 40 (B) PrimE Moving Equipment Well or intake 8 a ! a Pumps 7 '7 7 Piping arrangement 5 5 5 Reservoirs 7 7 7 Equipment housing 3 2 3 1 Y, Sub -total 30 Hazard adjustment factor deducted 0 I � j Total 30 2 30 (C) Distribution System i Street mains j 5 3 I 4 2,3,1 Building services I 2 1.5 1.5 Plumbing 3 2.5 2.5 j i Hydrants 1 1 i 1 Storage 4 3 4 i 5 Pressure , 2 Tap water quality 3 3 i 3 Sub -total 20 Hazard adjustment factor deducted 0 Total 20 16 ' 18 ' (D) Operation and Operators Control of system 3 2 3 i 6 ; Condition of system 2 2 2 Operator qualifications; 5 5 5 �I 7 � }b- total T �10 Hazard adjustment factor deducted 0 _ Total 1 10 9 10 GRAND TOTAL AND RATING1 100 97 ii 00 and upward - high degree of safety. Watchful maintenance needed., 85 to 80 - moderately high degree of safety. Correction and maintenance program continued. 70 to 84 - poor to dangerou4ndition. Prompt corrective action ntly needed. 69 and lower - very dangerous condition. Baergency measures necessary. 1P Samples Collected By Mark D. Sweers MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALT DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALT ANALYTICAL DATA Report To South Central Field Number Town, County, Etc. Sampling Point and Source of Sample a 12689 Hutchinson, McLeod Co. Well No. 3 b 12690 Hutchinson, McLeod Co. Well No. 4 IC 12691 Hutchinson, McLeod Co. Well No. 5 12692 Hutchinson, McLeod Co. Well No. 6 e 12693 Hutchinson, McLeod Co. Plant Effluent f 949 Hutchinson, McLeod Co. Cenex Station This line for Ieb. use only. Sample Number a 12689 b 12690 c 12691 d 12692 e 1 2#;9-'A f 9AQ Date Collected ,tune 4 980 Time Collected 1000 Temperature of Date Received by Lab. Coliform ( M. P. N. per 100 ml. group j)` Con. ❑ Comp. organisms M. F. C. per 100 ml. Total Solids Turbidity Color Total hardness as CaCO3 Alkalinity as CaCO3 pH value Iron Manganese Chloride Residual Chlorine Sulphate Fluoride Total Phosphorus Nitrite Nitrogen Nitrate Nitrogen Methylene Blue Active Sub. as ABS Calcium as CaCO3 Sodium Potassium Spec. Cond. mhos /cm @ 250C. ; pHs 0 50 oC. Results are in milligrams per liter except as noted. W" MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ANALYTICAL DATA Samples Collected By Mark D. Swears Report To South Central Field Number Town, County, Etc. Sampling Point and Source of Sample Fa 12694 Hutchinson, McLeod Std Station b F Ld F f This line for Lab. use only. Sample Number a 12694 b c I d le f Date Collected June 4, 1980 Time Collected . _ _10 :30 Temperature of Date Received by Lab. Coliform M. P. N. per 100 ml. group Con. ❑ Comp. Epield 0.0 organisms ! M. F. C. per 100 ml. Total Solids Turbidity Color Total hardness as CaCO3 Alkalinity as CaCO3 PH value Iron -(0 05 Manganese 0.039 Chloride Residual Chlorine txace Sulphate Fluoride Total Phosphorus Nitrite Nitrogen Nitrate Nitrogen Methylene Blue Active Sub. as ABS Calcium as CaCO Sodium 34.0 Potassium Spec. Cond. mhos /cm @ 250C.: pHs @ 50 oC. G less than Results are in milligrams per liter except as noted. CIE rLl� WFI�LD d .0 Litchfield house to go? T ax � ' increment The City of Litchfield will likely tte taking Its first step, into the area of tax increment financing within the r)ext few' montht. City Administrator Wayne Carlson told the council a pr . rate developer is interested in acquiring the tract now occu. pied by the Litchfield House, the old Litchfield library and the residence in between. Tentative plans call for the construction of an office build. ing on the site if tax increment financing can be arranged. Here's how the program would work as outlined by City Administrator Carlson at Monday's meeting. Under the program the city . would issue tax increment bonds to buy the site and old buildings involv6d and covet costs of demolition. The city would then sell the land to the private developer at its appraised value, in this in• stance somewhere in the S56,000 range. Jdycnes put sere in Holioween The Litchfield Jaycees and Jaycee Women are again boil. Area editions 66 pages • plds Supplement, National edition: 66 Gages A .t project would.,' raze oId 11.1 . structures The present buildings on the , vate developer prohibitive opment Co site bring about $3,000 in taxes. hence old buildings often s and kato firm srporali ing a Man process would remit in the A new office complex prob. long after they've outlived their munity Betel pmeult work. �• . [romrt�Le thatch mises� ably would bring about 520,000 usefulness. annually in taxes. The tax increment device has With the $17,000 difference been an effective tool in pro. In tax income, the city would moting the replacement of Pay off the bonds over a period blighted areas with new build. which could extend up to 25 ings in many communities. years' The council approved further In a situation such as this investigation of the plan by City one, generally acquisition and Administrator, Carlson, City demolition costs involved make Attorney Neperud and the Pro. the purchase of a site by a-pri. fesslonal Planning and Davef. „• ng on a propos— a o widen a th lock stretch of West Ripley Stre m Sibley to Swif}, and to install cu gutter, along with sidewal drew a group of questi ng citizens. Rev. Gerhard holz, pas. for of 'St. ant+., i.ni6.-- „ azprepea concern over that the street widening Warren PI , a cbngrega- tion me r, questioned the need 'a 44 foot street width, ch is a requitement when federal -state aid funds are us¢d on treet project. "Ther 't a street in the residential are he city that has a :4 foot wi t ," Plato said. [Continued on page 171' O Z O 0 i I. J4 1