IV.1. Minutes of the February 16, 2016 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
FEBRUARY 16, 2016
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was held
on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 7:34 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1010 First
Street South, Hopkins.
Mayor Cummings called the meeting to order with Council Members Kuznia, Halverson, Gadd
and Campbell attending. Staff present included City Manager Mornson, Community
Development Coordinator Beekman, City Clerk Domeier, Planning and Development Director
Elverum, Assistant City Manager Genellie, City Attorney Riggs, Fire Chief Specken and Public
Works Director Stadler.
ADOPT AGENDA
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Kuznia.
Motion
to Adopt Agenda.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
III.1. Hopkins Fire Department Annual Report
Fire Chief Specken gave an overview of the Fire Department Annual Report. Chief Specken
discussed call statistics, Duty Crew hours, fire incidents, fire loss by property and mutual aid
given and received. The Hopkins Fire Department average response time is 4.4 minutes. Chief
Specken commented that the department is proud of the public education events, the Park
Nicollet Home Visit program and Fire Educator of the Year award winner, Fire Inspector Garrett
Grniet. The Chemical Assessment Team (CAT), one of the busiest in the state, has received an
increase in funding from the State Legislature. Chief Specken thanked the Council, city staff and
residents for their support. The Annual Report is available at City Hall, the Fire Department and
on the website.
There was Council discussion regarding the 16-member CAT team, funding for the Park Nicollet
Home Visit program, Santa for Seniors program and current department openings. Chief
Specken commented that the department is continuing to seek funding for programs and that
recruitment of additional firefighters will begin this spring. Council asked that the Annual Report
also be made available at the Hopkins Library. Mayor Cummings thanked the Fire Department
for their contributions to the City of Hopkins.
CONSENT AGENDA
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Halverson.
Motion
to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1.Minutes of the February 2, 2016 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2.Minutes of the February 2, 2016 Work Session following the Regular Meeting
Proceedings
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3.Minutes of the February 9, 2016 Work Session Proceedings
4.Resolution Establishing Legislative Policy 5-1 Sidewalk Café Policy (CR2016-016)
5.Second Reading: Ordinance 2016-1104 Amending Section 1200 Sale, Consumption
and Display of Alcoholic Beverages and Approval of Resolutions 2016-002 Setting
Fees for Theater Liquor Licenses; (Memo)
6.Second Reading: Ordinance 2016-1105 Vacating the Storm Sewer Easement within
Hopkins Village; (Memo)
7.Approve Amendment to 2016-2020 Equipment Replacement Plan; (CR2016-017)
8.Resolution Declaring the Official Intent of the City of Hopkins to Reimburse Certain
Expenditures from the Proceeds of Bonds to be Issued by the City; (CR2016-020)
Council Member Gadd asked about the amendment to the Equipment Replacement Plan.
Public Works Director Stadler commented that the ERP amendment would allow for the
purchase of a needed replacement vehicle for the utility locator and upgrades to two Water and
Sewer vehicles. The old utility locator vehicle will go to public auction.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
V.1. 2016 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Community Development Coordinator Beekman addressed the Council regarding the 2016
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Hopkins is eligible to receive a
preliminary estimate of $113,831 in CDBG funds for the 2016 program year, but is subject to
change upon notice from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Ms. Beekman
gave an overview of the intended use of the CDBG funds. A maximum 15% of the CDBG funds
can be allocated for social service activities. Staff is recommending that the City propose to fund
the Housing Rehabilitation Loan/Grant Program, ResourceWest, Intercongregation Communities
Association (ICA) and HOME Line. Ms. Beekman commented that three homes are on the wait
list for loans because all the funds were expended last year.
Mayor Cummings opened the public hearing at 7:56 pm.
Jessica Mickelson, Staff Attorney with HOME Line came forward and gave an overview of
Hopkins residents served, the types of services provided and number of calls. Council asked
about the amount allocated for HOME Line. Ms. Beekman commented that HOME Line has
received $1,000 for each of the last three years.
MotionSecond
by Halverson. by Kuznia.
Motion
to close the Public Hearing at 7:59 pm.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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Ms. Beekman discussed the type of housing rehabilitation projects that the funds can be used for
and stated that property owners can find out more information on the City website or through
printed materials. Ms. Beekman commented that there has been strong interest in the housing
rehabilitation loans the last two years.
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Campbell.
Motion
to adopt Resolution 2016-014, Resolution Approving Proposed Use of 2016
Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program Funds and
Authorizing Execution of Sub recipient Agreement with Hennepin County and any Third
Party Agreements.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
VII.1. Development Agreement – Doran 810 (The Moline); (CR2016-018)
Planning and Development Director Elverum gave an overview of The Moline Development
Agreement that was presented in its entirety at the HRA Special Meeting prior to the City
Council meeting.
There was Council discussion regarding the $25,000 Art Fund contribution. Ms. Elverum
explained that the fund will be used per the Art Fund guidelines and by recommendations of the
Art Fund Advisory Group.
MotionSecond
by Campbell. by Gadd.
Motion
to adopt Resolution 2016-015, authorizing the execution of a development
agreement by and among the City of Hopkins, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
In and For the City of Hopkins, Doran 810 Apartments, LLC, and Doran 810, LLC, and
the issuance of Limited Revenue Tax Increment Notes as provided therein.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The next Regular City Council meeting will be on Monday, February 29 due to Precinct
Caucuses on Tuesday, March 1. See the City website for caucus locations.
Tea and Treasures at Hopkins Center for the Arts on Saturday, February 27, 11 am-4 pm.
2016 Home Remodeling Fair: Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7 – Sunday,
February 21, 10:30 am to 3:30 pm
Citizens Academy will be held April 7, 14, 21 and 28. Applications are now available on
City’s website.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by Kuznia,
second by Halverson, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
OPEN AGENDA – PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
The City Council did not receive any comments or concerns.
Respectfully Submitted,
Debbie Vold
ATTEST:
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Molly Cummings, Mayor Amy Domeier, City Clerk