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Home My WebLink About05-07-01 ~ Hastings, Minnesota May 7,2001 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, May 7, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 101 4th Street East, Hastings, Minnesota Members Present: Councilmembers, Schultz, Hicks, Riveness, Yandrasits & Moratzka Mayor Werner Members Absent: Councilmember Hazlet Staff Members Present: Dave Osberg, City Administrator; Shawn Moynihan, City Attorney; Matt Weiland, City Planner; Tom Montgomery, Public Works Director; Dave Gurney, City Engineer Mike McMenomy, Police Chief; Valerie Scharfe, Police Sergeant; and Melanie Mesko, Administrative Assistant/City Clerk c~ Approval of Minutes Mayor Werner asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the regular meeting of April 16, 2001. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as presented. Consent Agenda Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. ~- 1. All Bills As Audited 2. Council Chambers Audio-Visual Consultant-Phase I 3. Vacation Policy Amendment 4. Declaration of Emergency 5. Ambulance Billing 6. State of Minnesota Inspection Agreement 7. Special City Council Meeting-June 25, 2001 8. Sprint Telecommunication Easement-Conzemius Park 9. 2001 Budget Adjustments 10. 2001 Operating Transfer of Funds 11. Declare Excess Property - Street Light Poles Minutes of the Regular Meeting Of~, 2001 Page 2 of 8 12. First Reading, Order Public Hearing - Utility Disconnection Ordinance 13. Approve Transfer of Massage Establishment License-MaryLynn Saande 14. Approve Massage License-Kathy Roosen 15. Appointment to Fill Vacancy on HRA Board 16. Proclamation-Designating Emergency Medical Services Week Public Hearing-2001 Street and Utility Improvement Projects The public hearing was opened at 7:02 p.m. The Council heard public comment on the following proposed projects: r""'"' Project 2001-1: 4th Street & General Sieben Drive Improvements. A description of the project was presented. Jeanne Schmitt, 114 East 1 st Street. Planning on moving to area and wanted to know if potential property is to be assessed. Public Works Director Montgomery stated no. Unidentified man stated he felt City should pay part as the entire City is benefiting by new high school. Diana Langenfeld, 1473 4th Street. Requested about street lights and stop lights. Public Works Director Montgomery stated that City policy is to install street lights at every intersection and when there is a minimum of 500 feet between lights on the street. Project 2001-2: 2nd Street Improvements. A description of the project was presented. There were no public comments. Project 2001-3: Guardian Angels Block Improvements. A description of the project was presented. Two projects are to be considered: utility improvements and street and storm sewer improvements. Mary Crawner, 308 East 4th Street. Stated support for project as well as a sidewalk. Jeanne Schmitt, 114 East 5th Street. Stated concerns about losing a driveway access. Staff directed to talk with Ms. Schmitt for resolution. Lorraine Johnson, representative for stated address at corner of 5th & Sibley Streets. Inquired over assessment abatement. Staff directed to talk with Ms. Johnson. Mary ??, 202-204 East 5th Street. Inquired over project's start and finish dates. Public Works Director Montgomery said the projects are anticipated to be completed by late October, 2001. Brian Meissner, 316 East 4th Street. Stated concern over missing stop sign at 4th and Bailly Streets. Staff directed to look into this request. ~-'---'-----~-,,-~,.", '__'.'__"'~_'_'"~~~_"_____.""~U'~<""_'_._"_._~....,.~_"~"_....>__..~~.~..u___.________"H._..,.__._,..__,.,~_~_,._.__...__. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of ~, 2001 Page 3 of8 Stan Denn, 506 Sibley Street. Inquired over the street widening. Montgomery stated that most streets will be improved to a width of 32 feet and sidewalks in poor condition will be replaced. Karen Gebhardt, 206 East 5th Street. Stated concerns over price of project and traffic counts. Kathryn O'Brien, 222 East 5th Street. Stated concerns over price of project and the estimated costs. Project 2001-4: Alley Improvements in Block 39. A description of the project was presented. Montgomery stated that, after the estimated costs were received, all six property owners withdrew their interest for this project and requested denial. Project 2001-55: Alley Improvements in Block 11. A description of the project was presented. This was also a petitioned project by the property owners. Jim Hansen, 214 West 3rd Street. Signed the petition in interest to determine costs of project. Stated concern over cost of project and withdrew his support. Bob Langenfeld, 207 West 2nd Street. Presented petition to Council and stated that he felt this project will improve the property and that there is still support for the project. Mary Kay Murphy, 203 West 2nd Street. Signed the petition but stated concerns over cost of project and withdrew her support. Project 2001-6: Westview Drive Sidewalk Improvements. of the project was presented. There were no public comments. A description Project 2001-7: Bohlken's 6th Addition. A description of the project was presented. There were no public comments. Project 2001-8: Forest & 9th Street Improvements. A description of the project was presented. Ted Engerman, representative from Our Saviours Evangelical Lutheran Church, stated support for this project. Project 2001-9: Utility Extensions to Serve the Century South Development. A description of the project was presented. Jim Johnson, representative for Lyman Development Company, stated support for this project. Following all public comments, the public hearing was closed at 8:01 p.m. --'--'-,_.,--+-,--.>~-~-_..,~_.._.~.- -'-"--~"""'-'-'-".--",....'~_._.,--_..._- ~1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of ~, 2001 Page 4 of 8 Resolutions Ordering Improvements 2001-1: 4th Street & General Sieben Drive Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. 2001-2: 2nd Street Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Schultz to approve the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. 2001-3: Guardian Angels Block Improvements Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Schultz to approve the utility improvements as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits to approve the street and storm sewer improvements as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. 2001-4: Alley Improvements, Block 39 Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to deny the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. 2001-5: Alley Improvements, Block 11 Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the project as presented. o Ayes; Nays, 6. Motion fails. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits to deny the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. 2001-6: Westview Drive Sidewalk Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits to approve the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. -"._._~-~-_._~'-~.'.".'-'.___""""--__..__h__ Minutes of the Regular Meeting of:11. 200 t Page 5 of 8 2001-7: Bohlkens 6th Addition Improvements Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. 2001-8: Forest Street & 9th Street Improvements Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. 2001-9: Utility Truck Main Extensions to Serve Century South Development Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the project as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications for 2001 Improvement Program and Authorizing Advertisement for Bid Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to approve the resolution as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none Copy of resolution on file. Resolution Authorizing Acquisition of Easements for Construction-Project 2001-1: 4th Street & General Sieben Drive trails; Project 2001-2: 2nd Street Storm Sewer; Project 2001-9: Utility Easements Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to approve the resolution as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. Riverdale Access Maintenance Agreement Councilmember Hicks stated that approval of this agreement does not have anything to do with any action by Dakota County to condemn property. If and when this land is developed into a road, the City will agree to maintain it. Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the Riverdale Access Maintenance Agreement as presented. 5 Ayes; Nays, 1: Councilmember Hicks voting against. .~~ Minut~g ofth~ R.~aul!lr M(!(!tina of ~OOl Pa{!e 6 of 8 First Reading/Order Public Hearing-Rezoning South Pines IV Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the first reading and order a public hearing for May 21, 2001. 6 Ayes; Nays, none Comprehensive Plan Amendment-South Pines IV Land Use Designation and MUSA Adjustment Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the amendment as presented, subject to Met Council approval. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Comprehensive Plan Amendment-Century South Land Use Designation and MUSA Adjustment Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the amendment as presented, subject to Met Council approval. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Freitag Property-Residential Development Concept Plan City Planner Weiland stated several issues with this potential development, including access and public safety issues. Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to send this issue to the Planning Committee for further evaluation. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. Pawn Shop License Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits to approve the following action: . 30 day suspension oflicense to begin May 15,2001; . Following suspension, a 6 month probationary period; . During probationary period, Hastings Police Department is to submit monthly reports to the City Council documenting compliance or non-compliance Issues; . The reports to the Council will be copied to the Pawn Shop; . Any violations during the probationary period will result in automatic revocation of license; . License application materials to be resubmitted in full for consideration of the Council. Page 7 of8 Moved by Mayor Werner, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka, to amend the motion as follows: · Up to a 30-day suspension oflicense, beginning May 15,2001. If the pawn shop remains in reporting compliance for 15 consecutive days, the suspension will be reduced to l5 days. All other conditions of previous motion to stay the same. 5 Ayes; Nays, 1, Councilmember Yandrasits voting against amendment. Action on amended motion: · Up to a 30-day suspension oflicense, beginning May 15,2001. If the pawn shop corrects all previous error logs from January l, 200l to current and remains in reporting compliance for 15 consecutive days, the suspension will be reduced to 15 days. All other conditions of previous motion to stay the same. · Following suspension, a 6 month probationary period; · During probationary period, Hastings Police Department is to submit monthly reports to the City Council documenting compliance or non-compliance issues; · The reports to the Council will be copied to the Pawn Shop; · Any violations during the probationary period will result in suspension or revocation of license; · License application materials to be resubmitted in full for consideration of the Council. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. Copy of resolution on file. Code Committee Members and Purpose Moved by Councilmember Schultz, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the committee members and purpose as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. Annexation Ordinance Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the first reading and set a public hearing for Monday, June l8, 200 l. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. _._'~._-'~~'-'----"-""~~~'~---"'"-"-~-~~__~_'__""'_"",.._..">O._e______.,,__.'",__~__~,_.._ ........... ......,..___.__...,., Minutes of the Regular Meeting of ~OOI Page 8 of8 Adjournment Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Hicks, to adjourn the meeting at 8:58 p.m. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. ~~~. Mayor ATTEStJl1"ug'{o City Clerk