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cp06-08-1976 cAGENDA REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 1976 Call meeting to order - 7:30 P.M. Invocation - Dr. George Thompson Consideration of Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 10, 1976, the Special Meeting of May 11, 1976, the Regular Meeting of May 11, 1976 and the Regular Meeting of May 25, 1976 Action - Motion to approve - Motion to approve as amended Public Hearings Consideration of the City of Hutchinson's Federal Aid Urban \\\ Program Action - Motion to close hearing Motion to reject plan - Motion to approve plan Communications, Requests and Petitions None 6. Resolutions and Ordinances Resolution No. 5716 - Authorizing Lease Agreement with the State of Minnesota for Officer Space for the Driver's License Examiners at the "Old" Armory Action - Motion to reject - Motion to waive reading and adopt 7. Reports of Officers,Boards,and Commissions Minutes of the Park and Recreation Board Meeting dated May 5, 1976 Action - Ordered by Mayor received for filing Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting dated May 18, 1976 Action - Ordered by Mayor r,�ce-lved for filing 8. Unfinished Business None Council agenda, June,8, 1976 8. Unfinished Business Consideration of Employment Agreement with Mr. William Nelson Action - Motion to authorize dismissal 9. New Business Consideration of General Revenue Sharing Planned Use Report \Action - Motion to reject - Motion to approve Consideration of Request from Hutchinson Industrial Corporation to purchase land from the City of Hutchinson Action - c} Consideration of Roof Repair Action - Motion to authorize Mayor and City Clerk to engage the firm of Charles L. Salley to repair City Hall and Liquor Store roofs Confirmation of Employment of HAVTI Work Study Students 1. Barb Geisler - City Clerk 2. Cathy Splettstoeszer - Engineering Action - Motion to confirm employment Miscellaneous Claims, Appropriations, and Contract Payments —(a2 Verified Claims Action - Motion to approve and authorize payment from appropriate funds ��2. Adjournment MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING - HUICHINSON CITY COUNCIL M)NDAY, MAY 10, 1976 Mayor Black called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M. for the purpose of holding a Public Hearing to gain Public Input into the Final Application for the Ccmnzaty Development Discretionary Block Grant. Members present: Aldermen Westlund and Peterson in addition to Mayor Black. Members absent: Aldermen Haag and Lueneburg. Also present: Administrative Assistant Fleetham. Mayor Black declared the hearing open at 10:01 A.M. with the reading of Publication No. 1784. Mayor Black inforned than an Advisory Committee must be established to help administer the Grant Program and to have citizen's input into the grant program. Discussion was held on possible committee members. There being no one else present wishing to be heard, the hearing was declared closed at 10:09 A.M. There being no further business to cane before the Council, the meeting was declared adjourned at 10:10 A.M. MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING - HUTCHINSON QTY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 11, 1976 Mayor Black called the meeting to order at 10:13 A.M. for the purpose of acting as a Board of Review for the 1976 Assessments. Members present: Alderman Lueneburg and Peterson in addition to Mayor Black. Members absent: Aldermen Westlund and Haag. Also present: Administrative Assistant Fleetham, Mayor Black reviewed the past procedures as the Board of Review and County Assessor Wesley Abram reviewed the assessment formil.a. Mayor Black reviewed the questions raised by the citizens regarding their assessments. After discussion, Mayor Black entertained a motion to accept the changes as reccmmended by the County Assessor regarding the Contential Oil Property and accept a recommendation on the mobile home of Jakll Investments. Alderman Peterson so moved. Alderman Lueneburg seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. There being no further business to come before the Council the meeting was declared adjourned at 12:00 Noon. 3. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 11, 1976 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Black called the meeting to order at 7:32 P.M. with the following members present: Aldermen Westlund, Lueneburg, Haag and Peterson in addition to Mayor Black. Members absent: None Also present: Administrative Assistant Fleetham, City Engineer Priebe and City Attorney Schantzen. 2. INVOCATION Reverend R. S. Crouse of the Assembly of God Church delivered the invocation. 3. MINUTES On motion by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, the minutes of the regular meeting of April 27, 1976 and the special meeting of May 7, 1976 were unanimously approved. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS (a) GAINING PUBLIC INPUT AND OPINION CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE THROUGH A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT At 7:33 P.M., Mayor Black declared the hearing open with the reading of Publication No. 1784. Administrative Assistant Fleetham presented the Final Application to the City Council. He then gave a background of the program and reviewed the goals and objectives of said program. Mayor Black then inquired if there was anyone present wishing to be heard. There being no one else present wishing to be heard, the hearing was declared closed at 7:48 P.M. on motion by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Haag and carried unanimously. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Peterson to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5697, entitled, Authorizing of Filing of Application for Community Development Block Grant. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Black then stated that the City Council is in the process of interviewing applicants interested in being the administrator of the program. Council minutes, May 11, 1976 5. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) REQUEST OF HUTCHINSON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PARKING COMMITTEE TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL Mr. Dennis Hukriede, President of the Chamber of Commerce addressed the Council thanking them for their cooperation and the assistance of the City Attorney and City Engineer. Mr. Don Abbott, representing the parking committee, addressed the City Council, referring to the Parking Committee Report which the Council received earlier, and requested that the City Council adopt an ordinance including the off street parking assessment formula as presented. Mayor Black questioned the justification for assessing property owners equal assessments for property equal distance from a parking lot when it is probable one property owner will benefit more than the other. Mayor Black suggested a formula which would have higher assessments for those property owners which benefit directly in proportion to their property value. Considerable discussion was held on the Mayor's questions and the proposed assessment formula. After further discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Peterson, to accept the recommendation of the parking committee and authorize the City Attorney to draft the appropriate documents for Council consideration. Motion carried unanimously. 6. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) ORDINANCE NO. 11/76 - AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 464, ZONING REGULATIONS, CITY OF HUTCHINSON, SECTION 5, SUBDIVISION SECTION 5.01, NONCONFORMING LOTS, USES AND STRUCTURES After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Haag, to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 508, entitled, Amending Ordinance No. 464, Zoning Regulations, City of Hutchinson, Section 5, Subdivision Section 5.01, Nonconforming Lots, Uses and Structures. Motion carried unanimously. (b) ORDINANCE NO. 28/75 - ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING FLOOD PLAIN REGULATIONS FOR THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, Alderman Lueneburg reviewed the input at the hearings held by the Planning Commission. He further informed that after questions raised by Mr. Neil Jensen and the input by the City Staff and State department of Natural Resources, he felt we have a workable ordinance. City Engineer Priebe sta+5-d that if the City had not adopted a Flood Plain Regulation,: Groinance, the State could enact one for us and it would contai-n. `7- same Flood Plain Map as the one presented. Council minutes, May 11, 1976 He then reviewed the permitted uses for the Floodway and Flood Fringe Areas. Administrative Assistant Fleetham stated that he believed the aajority of the problems for property owners questioning the ordinance would be with the regular zoning ordinance and building codes rather than Flood Plain Regulations. After further discussion, it was moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Peterson to waive first reading and set second reading for May 25, 1976 of Ordinance No. 28/75, entitled, Establishing Flood Plain Regulations for the City of Hutchinson. Motion carried unanimously. 7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS (a) BUILDING OFFICIAL'S MONTHLY REPORT There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor received for filing. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY THE HUTCHINSON UTILITIES COMMISSION FOR AN ELECTRIC AND NATURAL GAS UTILITY RATE INCREASE Mr. Clint Tracy, Vice President of the Utilities Commission, presented a proposal to the City Council which calls for an across the board 6% natural gas and electrical rate increase, except in the case of large industrial gas users which would call for a 10% increase. Discussion was held on the proposed increase in comparison to the rates of other cities. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Haag, to adopt the proposed rate increases as recommended by the Utilities Commission. Motion carried unanimously. (b) CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION BY ACCOUNTANTS AND CITY CLERK TO CLOSE CEMETARY FUND INTO THE GENERAL FUND After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Peterson, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5698, entitled, Closing Cemetary Fund into the General Fund. Motion carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED PLAN FOR STREET LIGHTING IN THE SOUTH GRADE ROAD AREA Mayor Black inquired if there would be sufficient funds to install - 3 - Council minutes, May 11, 1976 said lights. Administrative Assistant Fleetham indicated there would be. Alderman Westlund inquired if street lighting could be made part of Subdivision Agreements. City Engineer Priebe indicated it could be done. After further discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to approve the plan as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF REPORT ON SANITARY SEWER AND WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - 76-26 City Engineer Priebe stated this project would be temporarily financed through the Water and Sewer Fund. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5699 entitled, Receiving Report and Calling for Hearing on Project 76-26. Motion carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REPORT ON WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - 76-27 City Engineer Priebe stated this project was requested by the owner of Oakwood Addition. It was then moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Haag, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5700, entitled, Receiving Report and Calling for Hearing on Project 76-27. Motion carried unanimously. (f) CONSIDERATION OF REPORT ON GRADE AND GRAVEL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - 76-28 After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5701, entitled, Receiving Report and Calling for Hearing on Project 76-28. Notion carried unanimously. (g) CONSIDERATION OF REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER REGARDING ASSESSMENT ROLL NO. 62, CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER City Engineer Priebe reviewed the assessment formula used by the County Assessor regarding properties of irregular size. It was the cQncensus o -F the Council that was the nroner approach. (h) CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF CITY ENGINEER PRIEBE REGARDING AWARDING OF CONTRACTS FOR 1976 IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, LETTING NO. 2, LETTING NO. 3, AND LETTING NO. 4 Mayor Black reviewed the possiblity of litigation regarding the Water and Sewer Rates. He further stated that upon further review of the situation by City -Attorney Schantzen, it was his opinion that there is no basis for any litigation. Upon further discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5702, entitle:, Resolution Accepting the Bid, Letting No. 2. Moti}m carried unanimously. - 4 - Council minutes, May 11, 1976 It was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5703, entitled, Resolution Accepting Bid - Letting No. 3. Motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolition No. 5704, entitled, Resolution Accepting Bid - Letting No. 4, Section A. Motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5705, entitled, Resolution Accepting Bid - Letting No. 4, Section B. Motion carried unanimously. It was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5706, entitled, Resolution Accepting Bid - Letting No. 4, Section C. Motion carried unanimously. (i) REQUEST OF FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THE ELIMINATION OF THE FIRST TWO PARKING METERS ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE FIRE HALL ON FRANKLIN STREET Chief Smith request that said parking meters be removed to allow for staff parking similar to that of City Hall. He further stated that their present parking places are a traffic hazard. After further discussion, it was moved by'Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Peterson, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5708, entitled, Removal of Parking Meters. Motion carried unanimously. (j) REQUEST OF FIRE DEPARTMENT TO CLOSE OFF FRANKLIN STREET FROM WASHINGTON AVENUE TO FIRST AVENUE, S.W. ON MONDAY, JUNE 14, 1976 Chief Smith stated this day is scheduled for Open House at the Fire Hall. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Peterson, to authorize closing of said street. Motion carried unanimously. (k) CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF FIRE CHIEF AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT REGARDING AWARDING OF CONTRACT FOR RADIO PAGING DEVICES Administrative Assistant Fleetham gave a breakdown of the bid contents and reviewed the proposed uses of the pagers. After further discussion, it was moved by Alderman Peterson, seconded by Alderman Westlund to accept the bid of Motorola, Inc. in the amount of $15,654.62. Motion carried unanimously. (1) CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR PARADE PERMIT SUBMITTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION POST NO. 96 It was moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Westlund, to approve the application and authorize issuance of the permit. Notion carried unanimously. - 5 - Council minutes, May 11, 1976 (m) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SHORT TERM RETAIL "ON -SALE" NON - INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE SUBMITTED BY MR. JACK POWERS FOR HUTCH TRAVELER'S BASEBALL TEAM After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Peterson, to approve the application and authorize issuance of the license contingent that the appropriate fees are paid and a schedule of events is furnished. Motion carried unanimously. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CLERK -ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1. Informed more applicants will be available next week for the Community Development Director. 2. Reviewed the status of applicants for Director of Maintenance Services. 3. Informed of a meeting on Wednesday, June 16, 1976 at 6:00 P.M. with the Hospital Board to review the status of the Proposed Clinic. 4. Reminded of the 10:00 A.M. Hearing by the State Municipal Commission on the Request for Annexation by the Crow River Country Club and Mr. Robb Totesek. 5. Reminded of the League of Minnesota Municipalities Convention from June 9, 1976 to June 11, 1976. 6. Informed he would be attending a Minnesota Managers Association Spring Conference in Brainerd from May 12-14, 1976. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR BLACK 1. Informed those present that the next regular meeting, May 25, 1976 conflicts with the Hutchinson High School Commencement Ceremony. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Peterson, to cancel the Public Hearing on proposed Assessment Rolls No. 61, 62, and 63 scheduled for May 25, 1976 and reschedule it for Wednesday, June 16, 1976 at 8:00 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. It was then moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5707, entitled,'Change of Regular Meeting Time. Motton carried unanimously. (c) COMMUNICATIONS FROM ALDERMAN PETERSON 1. Alderman Peterson informed the Park and Recreation Board has received opposition to the Non -Resident Athletic Fee charged by the Recreation Department. She further informed that it if the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Board that IWAE Council minutes, May 11, 1976 the boundaries be changed from the City Limits to the School District #423 boundaries. After discussion, Mayor Black entertained a motion to exclude all persons within the School District #423 boundaries from the non-resident athletic fee and ask Recreation Director Keith to survey the surrounding communities to see if they have such a fee. Motion carried unanimously. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS, AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS On motion by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Peterson, the verified claims were approved and payment was authorized from the appropriate funds. Motion carried unanimously. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was declared adjourned at 9:59 P.M. on motion by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Peterson and carried unanimously. - 7 - MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 25, 1976 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Black called the meeting to order at the hour of 6:03 P.M. Members present: Aldermen Westlund, Lueneburg and Haag in addition to Mayor Black. Members absent: Alderman Peterson. Also resent: Administrative Assistant Fleetham and City Engineer Priebe. 2. INVOCATION Due to the early starting time of the regular meeting, the invocation vat dispensed with. 3. MINUTES The minutes will be on the agenda of the regular meeting of June 8, 1976. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS None 5. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS None 6. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) ORDINANCE NO. 28/75 - ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING FLOOD PLAIN REGULATIONS After discussion, it was the concensus of the Council to defer consideration until the regular meeting of June 22, 1976. (b) RESOLUTION NO. 5709 - LEASE AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF MINNESOTA, GOVERNMENT MANPOWER OFFICES FOR OFFICE SPACE AT "OLD" ARMORY Administrative Assistant Fleetham stated said office space will be for a CETA representative, full-time, in Hutchinson. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Westlund, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5709, entitled, Lease Agreement with State of Minnesota, Governor's Manpower Offices for Office Space at "Old" Armory. Motion carried unanimously. (c) RESOLUTION NO. 5710 - RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2927, ESTABLISHING A BASIC PERSONNEL POLICY FOR THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA Mayor Black summarized the background work in preparation for this document and stated the changes to it. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5710, entitled, Resolution Amending Council minutes, May 25, 1976 Resolution No. 2927, Establishing A Basic Personnel Policy for the City of Hutchinson, Minnesota. Motion carried unanimously. (d) RESOLUTION NO. 5711 - CALLING FOR SPECIAL ELECTION Administrative Assistant Fleetham stated said Special Election would be to consider Charter Amendment for Change of Fiscal Year and -it would be held Tuesday, June 29, 1976 with polls to be open from 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. It was then moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5711, entitled Calling for Special Election. Motion carried unanimously. (e) RESOLUTION NO. 5712 - CALLING FOR BOND SALE - TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1974 After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Westlund, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5712, entitled, Calling for Bond Sale - Temporary Improvement Bonds of 1974. Motion carried unanimously. (f) RESOLUTION NO. 5713 - CALLING FOR BOND SALE - 1976 IMPROVEMENTS After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Westlund, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5713, entitled, Calling for Bond Sale - 1976 Improvements. Motion carried unanimously. 7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS (a) MINUTES OF THE HOSPITAL BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING DATED APRIL 27, 1976. Mayor Black noted the meeting time for the Joint meeting of the City Council and Hospital Board regarding the proposed medical clinic on June 16, 1976 has been changed from 6:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. There being no further discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor received for filing. (b) MINUTES OF THE BURNS MANOR NURSING HOME BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED APRIL 14, 1976 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor received for filing. (c) MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - APRIL 1976 There being no further discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor received for filing. 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS min Council minutes, May 18, 1976 9. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED STREET LIGHTING PLAN FOR LAKEWOOD DRIVE After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to approve the proposed street lighting plan for Lakewood Drive as approved as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR VARIANCE SUBMITTED BY HAND'S, INC. AND FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION Administrative Assistant Fleetham gave an explanation of the variance request. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Haag to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5714, entitled, A Resolution Granting Variance from Section 10.01 of the Zoning Ordinance to Permit a 60 Foot Loading Dock in the Front Yard Setback. Motion carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBMITTED BY WINIFRED PHILLIPS AND FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION Administrative Assistant Fleetham gave an explanation of the conditional use permit request. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Westlund, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5715, entitled, Resolution Grant Conditional Use Permit to Section 5.04 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow the expansion of a garage with a 3 foot setback. Motion carried unanimously. (d) CONSIDERATION OF REGISTERED LAND SURVEY SUBMITTED BY JOHN MILLER Administrative Assistant Fleetham presented copies of said survey for Council consideration. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Haag, to approved the registered land survey. Motion carried unanimously. (e) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR RETAIL "ON -SATE" NON -INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE SUBMITTED BY HUTCH ELK'S BY MR. DUANE BUSKS FOR A SOFTBALL TOURNMENT AT TARTAN PARK FROM JUNE 18-20, 1976 Discussion was held on the possiblity of the Elks providing additional restroom facilities at Tartan Park for said tournment. It was the concensus of the Council that it be suggested to the Elks that additional restroom facilities be provided. It was then moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Westlund to approved the application and authorize issuance of the license. Motion carried unanimously. - 3 - Council minutes, May 25, 1976 (f) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR RETAIL "ON -SALE" NON -INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE SUBMITTED BY HUTCH ELK'S BY MR. DUANE BUSKE FOR A FAST PITCH SAFTBALL TOURNMENT AT WEST RIVER PARK FROM JUNE 18-20, 1976 It was the concensus of the Council that it be suggested to the Elks that additional restroom facilites be provided at this park also. It was then moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Westlund, to approved the application and authorize issuande of the the license. Motion carried unanimously. (g) CONSIDERATION OF CONFIRMATION OF HIRING PART-TIME EMPLOYEES FOR THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS WATER AND SEWER 1. Mike Tucker 2. Kent Summerfield 3. Paul Meier F11� -it ;ID Z+%0 1. Judy Bretzke After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman,Haag, to confirm hiring of said people. Motion carried unanimously. (h) APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS'AND COMMISSIONS A. REVEREND DAVID NATWICK - HOSPITAL BOARD After discussion, Mayor Black reappointed Reverend David Natwick to the Hospital Board for a full five year term upon Council ratification. Alderman Haag moved to ratify said appointment. Alderman Lueneburg seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. (i) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC DANCE SUBMITTED BY HUTCHINSON JAYCEES FOR JUNE 20, 1976 After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg, to approve the application and authorize issuance of the permit. Motion carried unanimously. (j) CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM DIRECTOR Mayor Black stated the employment stipulations under the grant program. After further discussion, it was moved by Alderman Lueneburg, seconded by Alderman Haag, to appoint Mr. Donald 4 - 1 Council minutes, May 25, 1976 Pauley Community Development Program Director for the City of Hutchinson effective June 14, 1976. Motion carried unanimously. (k) CONSIDERATION OF REPORT FROM CITY ENGINEER ON FEDERAL AID URBAN PROGRAM City Engineer Priebe stated the State has asked for an update on the program and that a public hearing is required to be held on the updated program. He further stated the program is basically the same as before. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Haag, to set public hearing on the updated Federal Aid Urban Program for June 8, 1976 during the course of the regular Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously. (1) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF MR. FRANK SCHILLER FOR 30 DAY TIME EXTENSION FOR DEMOLITION OF BUILDING ON PROPERTY KNOWN AS LOT 2, BLOCK 8 COLLEGE ADDITION After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Haag, seconded by alderman Lueneburg, to approve the request and authorize a 30 day time extension to Mr. Frank Schiller for the demolition of the building on the above described property. Motion carried unanimously. (m) CONSIDERATION OF LETTER OF RESIGNATION FROM ALDERMAN MILTON LUENEBURG Alderman Lueneburg presented his letter of resignation from the Hutchinson City Council effective May 31, 1976. After discussion, Mayor Black entertained a motion to accept the resignation with deepest regrets. Alderman Westlund so moved. Alderman Haag seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. 10. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CLERK -ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I. Informed that Mr. Melvin Johnson has withdrawn his name from the applicants for Director of Maintenance Services. 2. Reviewed the problems encountered with Recreation Facility Attendant. He further stated that in actting in the best interest of the City, he has asked Mr. Nelson to resign from his position. However, Mr. Nelson refused to resign and therefore, Administrative Assistant Fleetham suspended Mr. Nelson for two weeks without pay effective 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 25, 1976. After discussion, it was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg to approve the suspension of Mr. William Nelson for two weeks - 5 - N Council minutes, May 25, 1976 without pay effective at 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 25, 1976. Motion carried unanimously. It was noted Mayor Black and Administrative Assistant Fleetham would meet with Mr. Nelson to review the situation and make a further determination as to whether or not the employment agreement should be severed. 3. Informed he would be on vacation from May 26, 1976 to June 4, 1976. 11. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS It was moved by Alderman Westlund, seconded by Alderman Lueneburg to approve the claims and authorize payment from the appropriate funds. Motion carried unanimously. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was declared adjourned at 6:35 P.M. on motion by Alderman Haag, seconded by Alderman Luerieburg and carried unanimously. Published in the Hutchinson Leader on Friday, May 28, 1976 and on Friday, June 4, 1976. PUBLICATION NO. 1803 NOTICE OF HEARING FOR APPROVAL OF CITY OF HUTCHINSON FEDERAL AID URBAN PROGRAM Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Hutchinson is affording an opportunity for a Public Hearing to discuss the proposed program for the improvement of School Road between Roberts Road and T.H. 7, Roberts Road from Dale Street to School Road and School Road from T.H. 7 North to the North Line of Rolling Oaks 3rd Addition. Said Program to be completed between 1976 and 1982. The Hearing will be held June 8th during the course of the regular scheduled Council Meeting which starts at 7:30 P.M. in City Hall Council Chambers. All maps, drawings and program details relative to the hearing are on file and available for Public inspection at the office of the City Engineer at City Hall, 37 Washington Avenue West, Hutchinson, Minnesota 55350. Frank G. Fleethald, Jr. City Clerk City of Hutchinson 5-25-76 Da to qA- MINUTES OF THE HUTCHINSON PARK AND RECREATION BOARD WEDNESDAY, MAY 5TH, 1976 The Hutchinson Park and Recreation Board met with Dr. Chernausek, Larry Morrissette, Jim Corson, Spencer Beytein, and Don Falconer. Also, present at the meeting was Fred Roberts, Rod Keith, and Grace Sanstead. Acting Chairman, Dr. Chernausek opened the meeting with the reading of the minutes of the April meeting which were approved. Fred Roberts, Park Superintendant, read his report. The new fence at Tartan Park has been installed. The portable building for Riverview Park has arrived. Seven colored maple trees for the Bicentennial were planted at the Elementary School grounds. Rod Keith, Recreation Director, presented the summer of '76 Bicentennial brochures of recreational activities. Mr. Morrissette made a motion to accept the reports, seconded by Mr. Corson, an "aye" vote by all members followed. There being no old or new business, a motion was made by Mr. Morrissette, seconded by Mr. Corson to adjourn the meeting till June 2nd, 1976. An "aye" vote by all members followed. The meeting adjourned by Dr. Chernausek. Respectfully submitted, Grace Sanstead, Secretary 7a. PARK SUPERINTENDANT'S MONTHLY REPORT MAY, 1976 All the parks are now open for public use in the City. Maintenance work has been done to several of our Parks, such as some sodding was done where needed. Some dandelions were sprayed, also, we have been busy cutting the grass. The new building at North Riverview Park has been serving its' purpose well. Ties were put around the building to protect it from damages. We reshingled the old building which is used as a concession stand at the old baseball field. The Time Capsule was buried in the Public Square this past month in observance of the Bicentennial. About 40 Rose Bushes were planted in both the Fireman's Park and the Girl Scout Park. Seven new maple trees were planted at the Elementary School grounds. We have been watering the plants regularly. Hopefully, within the near future we can take up one of the Hockey Rinks at Tartan Park and do some ground leveling. All of the rinks need some repair and paint. The new grass at Tartan Park on the Softball diamond is coming along well, although we have been watering the grass quite often. Crews are now getting prepared for the Hutchinson Jaycee's Water Carnival weekend. Respectfully submitted, CITY OF HUTCHINSON Fred Roberts Park Superintendant FR:nd MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 18, 1976 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Cone called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Members present were: Marlin Torgerson, Clint Tracy, Sherry Hukriede, Laurel Olson, Thor Skeie, and Milt Lueneburg in addition to Chairman Cone. Members absent were: None. Also present were: City Engineer Priebe and Administrative Assistant Fleetham. 2. MINUTES On motion by Marlin Torgerson, seconded by Clint Tracy, the minutes of the regular meeting of April 20, 1976 and the special meeting of May 5, 1976 were unanimously approved. 3. COMMUNICATIONS, REQUESTS AND PETITIONS (a) REQUEST OF WILMAR (JOE) UNGLAUB OF RITE -WAY AUTO WASH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION Mr. Unglaub informed those present that he owns a piece of property at the corner of Highway 7 West and James Street. He further stated that the Zoning Ordinance requirements regarding front yard and side yard setbacks have changed. He then requested a variance to allow building closer than the required side yard setback. After discussion, it was the concensus of the Commission that there was insufficent data regarding the use at this time, but would consider a proposal when presented. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS (a) REQUEST FOR VARIANCE - HAND'S, INC. At 7:47 P.M., Chairman Cone declared the hearing open. Mr. Jim Kelly representing Hand's, Inc. stated the variance is requested to allow the esitstance of a 60 foot loading ramp instead of the required 65 foot ramp, to allow a loading dock in the front yard and a front yard setback of 60 feet instead of the required 65 feet. There being no one else present wishing to be heard, the hearing was declared closed at 8:10 P.M. on motion by Sherry Hukriede, seconded by Marlin Torgerson and carried unanimously. It was then moved by Sherry Hukriede, seconded by Thor Skeie, to recommend approval to the City Council. Motion carried unanimously. qB. Planning Commission minutes, May 18, 1976 (b) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - WINIFRED PHILLIPS Chairman Cone declared the hearng open at 8:11 P.M. Administrative Assistant Fleetham informed the Conditional Use Permit is requested to allow an 8 foot addition to a garage with a 3 foot setback instead of the required 6 foot. Administrative Assistant Fleetham further stated said garage was built in conformance with the 1962 Zoning Ordinance. There being no one else present wishing to be heard, the hearing was declared closed at 8:12 P.M. on motion by Milt Lueneburg, seconded by Clint Tracy and carried unanimously. It was then moved by Marlin Torgerson, seconded by Laurel Olson to recommend approval to the City Council. Motion carried unanimously. (c) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - CROW RIVER COUNTRY CLUB At 8:13 P.M., Chairman Cone declared the hearing open. Marlin Torgerson stated the Conditional Use Permit is requested to allow the building of a semi-public building in a R-1 Zoning District. He further stated it would be a 50' x 120' metal building to be used for storage of golf equipment. Chairman Cone inquired if there was anyone else present wishing to be heard. The following were present: Russ Johnson - Stated he felt said building would Shady Ridge be an intrusion to R-1 zoned property. Inquired why the building has been moved from the headquarters of the Country Club. Stated he felt this would be unusual distribution of club facilities. Stated he would like to see a drawing of the building and would like a firm committment as to the location of the building. Dorothy Johnson - Stated she felt the view would be spoiled Shady Ridge by this building. John Horrocks - Inquired how high the building would be Shady Ridge After further discussion, it was moved by Milt Lueneburg, seconded by Clint Tracy to continue the hearing until June 15, 1976. Motion carried unanimously. It was noted the Commission would meet at 6:45 P.M. on June 15, 1976 at the Crow River Country Club to review the proposed building site. - 2 - Planning Commission minutes, May 18, 1976 (d) CONSIDERATION OF REGISTERED LAND SURVEY SUBMITTED BY JOHN MILLER Chairman Cone declared the hearing open at 8:22 P.M. City Engineer Priebe gave an explanation of the survey. There being no one else present wishing to be heard, the hearing was declared closed at 8:25 P.M. on motion by Marlin Torgerson, seconded by Clint Tracy and carried unanimously. It was then moved by Thor Skeie, seconded by Marlin Torgerson, to recommend approval to the City Council. Motion carried unanimously. 5. NEW BUSINESS (a) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY THE CITY COUNCIL TO RECONSIDER RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT SUBMITTED BY MR. WILLIAM HELLAND Milt Lueneburg informed those present that the City Council referred it back to the Planning Commission because they felt the City should not provide a roadway for a private club. Residents of the Shady Ridge area were present and opposed the use of Shady Ridge Road as the entrance to Crow River Country Club. City Engineer Priebe and Administrative Assistant Fleetham answered questions and explained the Long Range Planning Process for roadways in Hutchinson. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Clint Tracy, seconded by Milt Lueneburg, to defer consideration until June 15, 1976 and invite Mr. Helland to be present at the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. (b) FINAL PLAT - OAKWOOD ADDITION After reviewal and consideration, it was moved by Marlin Torgerson seconded by Laurel Olson to recommend approval to the City Council. Motion carried unanimously. 6. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was declared adjourned at 9.40 P.M. on motion by Clint Tracy, seconded by Laurel Olson and carried unanimously. - 3 - FOR YOUR INF�,,AATION 6-8-76 J IV ,y , I- C) 0 c REC.:..; ED w HUTCHINSON AREA BICENTENNIAL C0121ITTEE ................ � April 22, 1976 Sl x `o Minutes The regular meeting of the Iiutchinson Area Bicentennial Committee was call- ed to order at 7:30 P.ti., Thursday April 22, 1976 by President Jan Cumming. Copies of the minutes from the March 25, 1976 meeting were read and approved. Steering Committee members present: Jan Cumming, President, Ruthann Hedin, Newcomers; Ralph Westlund, City Council; Rod Keith, rec. Dept., Park and Rec. Board; Dean Larsen, Jaycees. Othere members present; Elaine Hopkins, BPW; Diane Krenty, American Legion Auxillary; Paulene Henke and -Gloria Berg, Welcome Wagon; LaVonne Falling, St. Anastasia Church, Alter Rosery and Norbert Shimek, Crow River Coin and Stamp. The treasurer's report shows a balance of $658.20. Report was approved as submitted. During the meeting members rolled paper and put them in the mini capsules which Jan Cumming said were to be sold to the public for deposit in'the time capsule May 9. We hope this will get people to come. Jan also announced that the posters are ready for the slide presentation and posters for the concert and mini capsules will be ready soon. Jeff Benty is designing the concert poster. Rod Keith asked if there were any Bicentennial events in the end of July. He will be looking into getting a Musical Theater Idagon, with six musical adult actors to come for a presentation to end the summer Recreation Program. He will report back with cost etc. to the next meeting. Jan Cumming reported that the grant we applied for has not yet been granted. She has found out that $300,000 of $750,000 is all that will be granted. Gloria Berg of Welcome Wagon reported on the ice cream social. They have received $117 and pies and cakes. She said the community has been very good about helping. It is suggested that families brim; box lunches and eat at the ice cream social. Cost is 50C a person. Free to 2 and under and over 76. LaVonne Falling said the alter rosary would sell concert tickets and donate pies and cakes. It was reported that the Ambassadors have much planned for Little Bess. She will stay at Hutch :Motel, go to the rehersal, slide presentation and ice cream social. Many relatives Trill be here for the Sunday evening performance. On Monday a luncheon was planned and Bess will speak in the schools. It was roved by Ruthann Hedin and seconded by LaVonne Falling that the committee buy one sheet of state flag stamps to be placed in the time capsule. First State Federal Savings and Loan is donating coins to be put in the capsule. Elaine Hopkins reported she needs more people to turn in their reports on clubs and church organizations. Jan Cumming said that the Boy Scouts were asked to guard the capsule on May 9th. Also Rockite Silo will be asked to bury the time capsule in Library Square, Monday, May 10, 1976. r I Dean Larson asks that all organizations make a float and enter it in the Water Carnival. Jaycees want to have many homemade floats. Jan Cumming mentioned some coming events. 1. The state capital is featur- ing one community each Sunday for the Bicentennial. Jan Subbmitted the name of our quartet for a performance. 2. The senior citzens hobby day is April 24, 1976. 3. The 4th grade will be planting a tree on April 30, 1976 on Washington Avenue. Ruthann 1:edin was asked to write a story to be placed in the time capsule. At 9:15 the meeting vas adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Ruthann Hedin Secretary The next regular monthly meeting of the Hutchinson Area Bicentennial Committee will be held on May 27, 1976 at 7:30 P.11. at City 11all. to l__ iv t R A L R t mr t iv U t �) Fi A rt l Nk--A t-' I_ A (v I,, ti Li J�• 1 ,, L asy. General'Revenue Sharing provides federal funds d y to local and state governments. This report of y-1 government's plan is published decision on how the money_will t ant. Note: Any complaints of to encourage citizen participation in determining y�government's discrimination In the use of these funds may be sent to THE GOVERNMENT H U T C H I N S O N CITY the Office of Revenue Sharing, Wash., D.C. 20226. OF PLANNED EXPENDITURES ANTICIPATING A GENERAL REVENUE �g SHARING PAYMENT OF $49r88a W# (C) OPERATING ! (A) CATEGORIES (B) CAPITAL MAINTENANCE FOR THE SEVENTH ENTITLEMENT PERIOD. JULY ', 1976 THROUGH Z UECEMBEC� 31, 197E, PLANS TO SPEND THESE FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSES — 1 PUBLIC SAFETY $ $ SHOWN. ACCOUNT NO. 24 2 043 004 2 ENVIRONMENTAL $ PROTECTION $ H U T C IJ I N S O N CITY 231 3 PUBLIC = TRANSPORTATION $ CITY CLERK — 4 HEALTH $ $ 37 WASHINGTON AVE WEST HUTCH INSON MINN 55350 , (D) Submitproposals for funding consideration by June 1st C 5 RECREATION $ $ e LIBRARIES $ $ 7 SOCIAL SERVICES FOR AGED OR POOR = $ 8 FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION = s 9 MULTIPURPOSE AND GOVT $ GENERAL 49 asa. Frank G. Fleethatn Jr . A copy of this report, and s 10 EDUCATION $ t supporting documents, are open for public scrutiny D 11 SOCIALflnrrhinaen DEVELOPMENT $ nn r .7 Watahinatn Ave West,}, at 37 n C 12 HOUSING & COM- (E) ASSURANCES (Refer to instruct ion E) I assure the Secretary of the Treasury � that the non-discrimination and other statutory requirements listed in Part E of MLMIITY DEVELOPMENT the instructions accompanying this report will be complied with by this recipient , 13 ECONOMIC $ govern I aspectto the entitlement funds reported hereon. , DEVELOPMENT t) 14 OTHER (SP -6) J 7 Signature of Chief Executive Officor _ .J. Black, Mayor May 19, 1976 15 TOTALS = 49,880. = NamA Title —Please Print Dale fHT. UPPER HALF OF THIS PAGE MUST BE PUBLISHED (SEE INSTRUCTION I). 1M1tI1URTANT: It is not requited that the lower half of this form be published. (F) AUDIT (refer to instruction F) (G) PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (refer to instruction G) In planning for the use of saaal"""" M007 GRS funds, does your government - 1. Are your General Revenue Sharing (GRS) funds audited? F-1 Hold special public hearings on Revenue Sharing? yes F� no Take local Opinion polls? Solicit requests for funding of projects using revenue sharing funds from 2. If 'yes', how often? outside your government adminstration? (� every year every 2 years E] less than every 2 years® Discuss revenue sharing at regular public meetings? `tet F] Appoint advisory groups of local citizens? -- (H) CIVIL RIGHTS (refer to instruction H) 1. Does your government file the "EEOC State and Local Government Information" form (EEO -4) with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission?_ X Yes No 2 If "yes", what was the date of the last report? 12-31-75 If "no", answer the following question. 3. How many persons were or, your government's payroll on March 31, 1976? DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE FOR REVENUE SHARING USE ONLY (1) PUBLICATION (Refer to Instruction 1) Nsme of Newspaper�u.,'•*^.. ti'..,. �"Onn 7-adsr Date Published: The upper part of this report was pub- lished in the following newspaper on1976 the stated date at a cost of ----- 0 118y (J) PERSON COMPLETING THIS REPORT (PLEASE PRINT) tn Frank G. Fleetham Jr. 87 Name Title (Area code) Telephone Number I -HTS REPORTU RECEIVED ED E E JUNE -25,11976 BY: THE OFFICE OF REVENUE SHARING 2401 E STREET, N W WACt-ttNr;T0N_ n_C_ 20226 000016231 FOR YOUR INFORMATION MINUTES OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING (Friday, May 21) The regularly scheduled meeting of the month was held on Friday, May 21, 1976 at 1:15 P.M. for the City of Hutchinson Employee's Safety Committee. Members present were Acting Chairman James Haas1, Police Department; Acting Director and Secretary, Nancy Degn, Clerical Department; Cal Rice, Engineering Department; Clyde Drahos, Water & Sewer Department; Jim Brodd, Park Department; Earl Alsleben, Street Department; Mike Burich, Liquor Department; and Clerk - Administrative Assistant, Frank G. Fleetham. Absent from the meeting was Wesley Greve, Fire Department. Minutes of the April 23rd meeting were approved. One accident report was handed in this month. it was discussed briefly on the cause and some ideas were brought forth on the action to take in preventing this type of accident over again. The committee also reviewed several memo's that had been sent to various Department Heads on the Accident Reports that the committee was concerned about at the previous meeting. Motion was made and carried that all future memo's from the Safety Committee will be forwarded to the Clerk Administratives Office rather than directly to the Department Heads. it was decided by all members to send a memo to the Clerk - Administrative Assistant in regards to the use and availability of Safety Equipment. The month of June was designated by the Committee as the month to practice Safe Lifting Procedures. This means that throughout the entire month of June the committee will be looking for Safe Lifting Procedures throughout all City Employees. Also, the committee will be making several suggestion boxes and placing them at various places, such as one at the Park and Street garage, one at the Water Treatment Plant and also, one will be placed downstairs in the City Clerk's Office. We hope that everyone who comes up with a suggestion on Safety Procedures and/or Unsafe Conditions, will drop their suggestion into the box and then it will be reviewed by the Committee at the regular meeting of the month. The First Aid Kits were purchased from Sheldon Nies. The committee agreed that they are well put together and should by all means, meet OSHA requirements. The kits are now being distributed throughout City Vehicles. There being no further business, meeting adjourned at 2:45 P.M. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 30th, 1976 at 1:15 P.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Respectfully submitted, Nancy L. Degn, Secretary FOR YOUR INFORMATION H[1TCHi1ON 8Ak'L'IY C0UAC.1 The Hutchinson Safety Council met at 12:00 noon on May 24, 3976. There were 12 members present. In the absence of the chairman and -ice--ebainnan, the meeting vas called to order by Les Euith, buas,d zwmber - There was a silent table prayer. The minutes of the April weeting and the treasurer 19 report were approved. A discussion oa mike Safety was held. Dick Waage met with all third grade classes. He showed a film on Dike safety ani explained safety rules. A motion eras carried that Loretta Pishney write a letter to the editor to be placed in the "Satc*'iinson Leader." The letter should emphasis the adult role in bike safety as well as some current rulings. The City of Hutchinsor received a Safety Ae;e..4 (plaque f: •osn the Minnesota Eaf ety Council. An agpro;?riat a news article should be placed ir. "The 1',eader.1. Discsssion on the revision of the By -Deers was tabled urtii ''rhe atAi.rman is present. The June meeting wi..il be hell a,� the Velva4. Coach. There tieing no fumher business the :sect? -�?f° was adjours:ad_ 'ResIly 8-11mitted, Lb. rt,r,ai-j-- 4.-e9.3K1reil TveN..£JiiY'er t s Fen'}rt