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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-21-98 Hastings, Minnesota September 21, 1998 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, September 21, 1998 at 7 :00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 101 4th St. East, Hastings, Minnesota. Members Present: Councilmember Yandrasits, Riveness, Johnson, Simacek, Hicks, Moratzka and Mayor Werner Members Absent: None Staff Members Present: Dave Osberg, City Administrator; Mark Holmes, Assistant Fire Chief; Nick Wasylik, Police Chief; Tom Montgomery, Public Works Director; Matt Weiland, Zoning Administrator; Steven Scharfe, Sergeant; Mark Belisle, Officer; Joyce P. Hottinger, Administrative Assistant/City Clerk; and Shawn Moynihan, City Attorney Citizens Award Presentations Chief of Police Nick Wasylik presented a Citizens Award to Tarra Maher for her service in calling in 911 when observing a domestic situation. Assistant Mark Holmes presented a Citizens Award to Michael Mimbach and Jade Zavatkay for heroic actions in saving a life. Chief of Police Nick Wasylik presented the Hastings Police Departmental Metal of Valor to Officer Mark Belisle and Sergeant Steven Scharfe for their service in responding to a fire call. Approval of Minutes Mayor Werner asked whether there were any corrections or additions to the regular meeting of September 8, 1998 and hearing none, approved the minutes as presented. Council Items to Be Considered Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Simacek, discussion of MPRS Lawsuit as a closed door session item to the City Council agenda. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. to add Mayor Werner stepped out of the Council meeting at 7:03 p.m. Councilmember Hicks presided as Acting Mayor. Mayor Werner returned to the regular meeting at 7:10 p.m. Hastings City Council Minutes for the Regular Meeting of September 21, 1998 Page 2 of 4 Consent Agenda Moved by Councilmember Simacek, seconded by Councilmember Riveness, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 1. Pay All Bills as Audited 2. Pay Estimate #4, 1998 Improvement Program, Richard Knutson, Inc., $285,940.86 3. 1999 Dakota County Recycling Grant Application 4. Becker Arena Products Payment Request 5. Resolution No. 9-8-98-Minnesota Manufacturers Week. Copy of Resolution on file. 6. Resolutions No.9-9-98 and Resolution No. 9-1 0-98-Requesting Conveyance of Tax Forfeited Land. Copy of Resolutions on file. 7. Block Off Street Sunday September 27, 1998 8. Block Off Street for School Marathon 6 Ayes; Nays, None. Authorize Advertisement for Bids-Water System Improvements & Water SCADA Control System Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits, to authorize advertising for bids for the Pumphouse Improvements and the SCADA Control System. Councilmember Riveness inquired about the current mechanical controls in place for the water systems. Public Works Director, Tom Montgomery, clarified approximately ten years ago control manufactures began switching away from mechanical controls to computer controlled systems using programmable logic circuits (PLC). 7 Ayes; Nays, None. 1 st Reading/Schedule Public Hearing for October 5, 1998-South Yz Block 18, Town of Hastings (C-3 to R-2) Moved by Councilmember Johnson, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka, to approve the 1 st Reading of the Rezone Hearing/Final Reading of the rezone for the October 5, 1998, City Council meeting. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. Resolution No. 9-11-98, Reuter PreliminaryIFinal Plat Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Simacek, to Resolution No. 9-11-98 a resolution approving the Reuter Hastings Addition Final Plat. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. Copy of resolution on file. approve Hastings City Council Minutes for the Regular M~ing of Sept!mLber 2L....1.22B.Jage 3 oL4- Special Use Permit (1St Floor Residential) 418 Vermillion Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to approve a Special Use Permit to allow pt floor residence at 418 Vermillion Street subject to the following conditions: 1. The residence shall be accessory to a commercial use. 2. The residence shall be in the rear of the building and shall have it's own outdoor entrance. 3. The residence shall be provided two off-street parking spaces in the proposed parking area. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. Resolution No. 9-12-98-Augustana Homes Revenue Bonds & Schedule Public Hearing City Administrator Dave Osberg introduced the item. Tim Tucker, Chief Executive Officer of Augustana Care Corporation, described the organization and proposed internal capital improvement renovations for the facility. Mr. Tucker announced Dick Heide, of Fagre & Benson, and Jackie Nelson, of Augustana Homes, were present. Councilmember Moratzka clarified the proposal is a revenue bond, and, therefore, the City is not responsible for taking on additional debt. Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to approve Resolution No. 9-12-98 calling for a public hearing on October 19, 1998 to consider the issuance of revenue bonds for Augustana Homes. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. Comments from Audience There were no comments from the audience. Unfinished Business City Administrator Dave Osberg reminded residents and Council about the invitation to serve on the Koch Advisory Council. Mr. Osberg announced the Planning Committee would be meeting on September 22nd at 4:00 p.m. to discuss the Pleasant Hill Development. Mayor Werner indicated Regina Hospital has committed to participate in the west side fence for the Soldiers Cemetery. Adjourn to Closed Door Moved by Councilmember Simacek, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka, to adjourn to a closed door meeting at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the MPRS Lawsuit. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. Convene Closed Door Session The closed door session was convened at 7:32 p.m. with all Councilmembers, Mayor Werner; Dave Osberg, City Administrator; Shawn Moynihan, City Attorney; and Joyce P. Hottinger, Administrative Assistant/City Clerk present. Council Minutes for the Re ular Meetin of Se tember 21 1998 Pa e 4 of 4 Adjourn Closed Door Session Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits, to adjourn the closed door session at 7:36 p.m. Reconvened Regular Meeting The regular Council meeting of September 21,1998, was reconvened at 7:37 p.m. with all Councilmembers, Mayor Werner, Shawn Moynihan City Attorney, City Administrator Dave Osberg, and Joyce P. Hottinger Administrative Assistant/City Clerk present. Resolution No. 9-13-98, Resolution Approving Settlement & Authorizing Payment Thereof Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits, to approve Resolution No. 9-13-98, Resolution approving settlement and authorizing payment thereof for the MPRS proposed payment of settlement. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. Copy of resolution on file. Adj ournment Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Simacek, to adjourn the regular City Council meeting at 7:38 p.m. 7 Ayes; Nays, None. ~~-- - ATTEST ~Æ< y? ~ I/¡~ Cit Cle Mayor ~ .