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Hastings, Minnesota
City Council
June 1, 2009
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on
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Monday, June 1, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4
Street, Hastings, Minnesota.
Members Present:
Mayor Hicks, City Councilmembers Alongi, Elling Schultz Hollenbeck,
Slavik, Balsanek,
Members Absent:
Councilmember Nelson
Staff Present:
City Administrator Dave Osberg
City Attorney Dan Fluegel
Assistant City Administrator Melanie Mesko Lee
Public Works Director Tom Montgomery
Assistant City Engineer John Caven
Planning Director John Hinzman
HEDRA Director John Grossman
Parks & Recreation Director Barry Bernstein
Approval of Minutes
Mayor Hicks asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the
regular meeting on Monday, May 18, 2009. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as
presented.
Consent Agenda
Councilmember Balsanek requested that Item #4 be moved to Administration. Mayor
Hicks requested that Item #11 be moved to Administration
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to approve the
Consent Agenda as amended.
6 ayes; Nays, None.
Pay Bills as Audited
1.
Authorize Letter of Support for CMAQ Grant for Park & Ride
2.
Resolution—Accept $125 Donation from Joan Voigt for Pioneer Room
3.
Resolution—Accept Donation of DARE Vehicle from Hastings Ford-Chrysler—moved to
4.
Administration
Request for Extended Closing Time at Vets Park
5.
Approve Solicitation for Requests for Proposal—Copier Equipment
6.
Resolution—Approve a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for the Hastings Jaycees to
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Operate the Rivertown Days Beer Garden at Jaycees Park on July 17, 18, and 19, 2009
Resolution—Approve Liquor License Amendment for American Legion to Allow the Sale of
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Beer in a Temporary Site on July 17, 18, and 19, 2009
Resolution—Fireworks License: Pinnacle Fireworks (Clancy’s, 1399 So. Frontage Road)
9.
Resolution— Approve Gambling Permit and Two-Day On-Sale Liquor License for SEAS
10.
Fall Festival on September 19 and 20, 2009
Resolution—Approve Liquor License Amendment for Celt’s Irish Pub to Allow a Tent on
11.
June 13, 2009—moved to Administration
Resolution—Accept Donation from Wayne’s Auto Body to Repaint Squad 1410
12.
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Award Contract—2009 Sealcoat Program
Caven introduced the items and recommended that the contract be awarded to Caldwell
Asphalt in the amount of $126,844.81. This is under the budgeted amount of $130,000, and staff
recommends that the balance be reinvested into the 2009 cul-de-sac sealcoat program.
Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to award
the contract and reinvest the budgeted balance as proposed.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Public Hearing—Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Annual Update
Caven introduced the item and provided information about the City’s efforts to meet federal
requirements.
Mayor Hicks opened the public hearing at 7:07 p.m.
Hearing no comments, Mayor Hicks closed the public hearing at 7:07 p.m.
There was a question about the process of inspecting outfalls and sumps, which is done,
measured, and silt removed as necessary.
Resolution—Minor Subdivision #2009-12: Create One New Single Family Lot at 16xx
Tierney Drive (Jorgenson)
Hinzman introduced the item and stated that staff and the Planning Commission recommend
approval.
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Elling Schultz to approve
the resolution as presented.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Resolution—Type II Home Occupation Permit #2009-13: Operation of a Home Occupation
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in an Accessory Building at 215 West 5 Street (Jacobson)
Hinzman introduced the item and stated that staff and the Planning Commission recommend
approval with conditions in the staff report. Hinzman stated that some questions have been raised
over noise, traffic, and procedural questions.
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Bill Sylvander, 200 West 6 Street, stated that he has unanswered questions about the
proposed use.
There were questions about access, noise, scope of repair, signage. Hinzman indicated that
the request is for a one-year provisional license, which could be revisited by the Council should
concerns arise during the license term.
Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Slavik to approve the
resolution as presented.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Report—Levee Park Committee
Bernstein introduced the item, and Councilmember Slavik, as chair of the committee, also
provided an update on the committee’s recommendations. The committee was thanked for their
work. The item was sent to the Park & Recreation Committee of the Council to continue to
review funding options, public discussions, and refine the plan.
Report on the Metropolitan Council Dial-A-Ride Funding Formula Changes
Osberg provided an overview of the proposed funding changes, which would impact the
viability of the City’s TRAC program. Council expressed concern with the proposed changes,
timing, and the unknowns regarding what a replacement service may look like. Staff was
directed to invite Metropolitan Council staff to an upcoming meeting to provide further
information.
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Report on proposed City Comments Regarding Highway #61 Bridge Project Environmental
Assessment
Osberg provided an update on staff work on the environmental assessment process; more
information will be available at the June 15 Council meeting.
Resolution—Accept Donation of DARE Vehicle from Hastings Ford-Chrysler
Hastings Ford-Chrysler was thanked for their generous donation. Other donors were also
thanked for their contributions.
Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Slavik to accept the
donation as presented.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
Resolution—Approve Liquor License Amendment for Celt’s Irish Pub to Allow a Tent on
June 13, 2009
There was discussion about the outdoor music going until midnight and concerns about
impact on surrounding neighbors.
Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Mayor Hicks to approve the request as
presented, with the change that the music must be moved inside.
2 Ayes; Nays, four. Councilmembers Slavik, Balsanek, Hollenbeck and Elling Schultz
voting against.
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Balsanek to approve the
request as presented, with a change that the music may be outside, but must end at 10:00 p.m.
5 Ayes; Nays, one. Mayor Hicks voting against.
Announcements
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Councilmember Slavik stated that the public can now sign up to receive agendas via listservs.
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Councilmember Balsanek stated that he will attend the Breen By Design Conference on June
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10 and 11 and the 40 Anniversary of People Incorporated on June 10, 2009.
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Mayor Hicks noted the following upcoming meetings:
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Joint Powers Meeting Wednesday, June 10 at Green Mill
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HEDRA meeting Thursday, June 11 at City Hall at 6:00 p.m.
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Special City Council workshop on Monday, June 15 at 6:00 p.m.
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Special City Council meeting on Monday, June 29 at 7:00 p.m.
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Veterans picnic at Roadside Park on June 13
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East Hastings Improvement Association event on July 4 at Lake Isabel.
Adjournment
Moved by Councilmember Elling Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Slavik to
adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m.
6 Ayes; Nays, none.
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Paul J. Hicks Melanie Mesko Lee
Mayor City Clerk