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Hastings, Minnesota
City Council
May 18, 2009
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on
Monday, May 18, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East
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4 Street, Hastings, Minnesota.
Members Present:
Mayor Hicks, City Councilmembers Alongi, Hollenbeck, Slavik, Balsanek,
Nelson
Members Absent:
Councilmember Elling Schultz
Staff Present:
City Administrator Dave Osberg
City Attorney Dan Fluegel
Assistant City Administrator Melanie Mesko Lee
Public Works Director Tom Montgomery
City Engineer Nick Egger
Planning Director John Hinzman
Associate Planner Justin Fortney
Approval of Minutes
Mayor Hicks asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the special
or regular meeting on Monday, April 20, 2009. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as
presented.
Consent Agenda
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to approve the
Consent Agenda as presented.
6 ayes; Nays, None.
Pay Bills as Audited
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Accept Quote for 2009 Crack Seal Program.
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Resolution—Accept Quote for 2009 Cul-de-sac Slurry Seal Program.
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Accept Proposal for East Hastings Lift Station Replacement Design and Inspection
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Consultant Services
Park Hours Variance Request
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Resolution—Accept Donation of Five U.S. Flags by the Hastings VFW
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Resolution—Accept Donation of $5,000 by Smead Manufacturing
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Resolution—Approve Off-Sale Liquor License Ownership Transfer for Vermillion Bottle
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Shop (2103 Vermillion Street)
Accept Resignation of Parkkeeper Tom O’Brien
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Approve Joint Powers Agreement—High Speed Passenger Rail
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Declare Excess Property: Facilities Management Department
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Declare Excess Property: Police Department Bikes
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Resolution—Fireworks License: TNT Fireworks (Target, 875 General Sieben Drive)
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Resolution—Fireworks License: TNT Fireworks (Wal-Mart Store, 1752 North Frontage
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Road)
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Resolution— Fireworks License: TNT Fireworks ( Coborn’s Superstore, 225 33 Street)
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Resolution—Approve Full On-Sale Liquor License: Hastings Country Club (2015
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Westview Drive)
Update on Veterans Park Athletic Complex Baseball Facility and Fundraising Project
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Waive Permit Fees: Portable Sign Permit – East Hastings Association
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Continue Public Hearing—2009 Street and Utility Improvement Program
Egger introduced the project scope and design modifications since the last public hearing
in April.
Mayor Hicks opened the public hearing at 7:15. Hearing no comments from the public,
Mayor Hicks closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.
Resolution—Order Improvement, Approve Plans, and Authorize Advertisement for Bid:
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Project 2009-1—Industrial Park Area Improvements
Councilmember Slavik stated that the Operations Committee had met a number of times
and that the modified project is a good one at a good price.
There were some questions on the lighting style; Egger stated that the new lighting will
be consistent with the existing lighting. There will be some changes to the type of
lighting used. The additional signage proposed will be paid for as part of the project;
future replacement costs will be borne by the business/property owner. Staff and business
owners were thanked for their work on coming to a workable compromise
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the
project as proposed at a cost of $47/front foot with curb and gutter included.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
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Project 2009-2—Three Rivers Ponding Basin Water Quality Diversion
Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to approve
the project as presented
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
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Project 2009-4—Fire Department Driveway Regrading
Moved by Councilmember Hollenbeck, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to approve
the project as presented
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Councilmember Slavik left the meeting at 7:28 p.m.
Resolution—Restrict Parking in Industrial Park on Spiral Boulevard, Industrial Court, and
Millard Avenue
Egger introduced the item and stated that property owners had been informed of this
proposal during the public notification mailing and during project discussion.
There was discussion about impact of parking restrictions on Vets Park activities and
parking restrictions on one side of the street vs. both sides.
Moved by Councilmember Balsanek, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the
parking restrictions as presented.
Moved by Councilmember Alongi to amend the motion to approve parking restrictions
on the east sides of Industrial Court and Millard Avenue from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday-
Friday and to prohibit parking along the south side of Spiral Boulevard between TH 316 and
CSAH 91.
Presentation of 2009 Historic Preservation Awards by HPC
Associate Planner Fortney and HPC member Amy Martin introduced the properties and property
owners.
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215 9 Street West (Sara Sigtermans & Victor Wittgenstein III)
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300 10 Street West (Robert and Susan Cruse)
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307 6 Street East (John Harrington & Nancy Waite)
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309 7 Street West (Michael & Amy Van Zee)
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600 River Street (Thomas Milburn & Tammy Jacobson)
The Council thanked the property owners for their commitment to their properties, neighborhood
and the community.
Recognition—HPC Commissioners
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Mel Behnke
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David L. Warg
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Bonnie St. James
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Julie Hicks
The Council thanked the commissioners for their time, dedication and leadership in being
involved in the HPC.
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Resolution—OHDS Review #2009-11: New Garage at 316 4 Street West
Hinzman introduced the item. There was discussion on other accessory buildings on the
site and the pitch of the roof.
Councilmember returned to the meeting at 7:55 p.m.
Moved by Councilmember Balsanek, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the
resolution as presented.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Schedule Special City Council Workshops on Highway 61 Bridge Project for June 1 and
June 15, 2009
Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to schedule
the meetings as presented.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Announcements
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Councilmember Hollenbeck provided an update on a recent HiPP meeting.
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Mayor Hicks stated that a bonding bill has been signed which allocates funds for high speed
rail project and parking lot improvements as part of the Red Rock Corridor project.
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MnDot will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, May 20 to discuss the Environmental
Assessment process of the Highway 61 bridge project. Presentations will be at 4:00, 5:00,
and 6:00
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A program will be held at 10:00 on Memorial Day at Roadside Park.
Adjournment
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to adjourn the
meeting at 8:00 p.m.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
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Paul J. Hicks Melanie Mesko Lee
Mayor City Clerk