IV.1. Minutes of the January 3, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting ProceedingsHOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 3, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council
was held on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 7:02 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, City
Clerk Domeier, Planning and Development Director Elverum, Assistant City Manager
Lenz, City Planner Lindahl, City Attorney Riggs and Public Works Director Stadler.
ADOPT AGENDA
Mayor Cummings commented that the new business presentation is off the agenda.
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Campbell.
Motion
to Adopt Agenda as amended.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
III.1. Proclamation for Mary Raabe Day
Mayor Cummings gave an overview of Mary Raabe’s family history and volunteer
accomplishments in the community. On behalf of the Council, Mayor Cummings
thanked Ms. Raabe for her contributions to the Hopkins Historical Society and declared
January 4, 2017 as Mary Raabe Day in the City of Hopkins.
CONSENT AGENDA
Planning and Development Director Elverum discussed the Public Art Advisory
Committee members and role to review public art activities in Hopkins.
MotionSecond
by Kuznia. by Halverson.
Motion
to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the December 20, 2016 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the December 20, 2016 City Council Work Session following
Regular
3. Meeting Proceedings
4. Designation of Official Newspaper for 2017; (CR2017-001)
5. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for 2017; (CR2017-002)
6. Approve Tobacco License Application for Lee Liquor LLC dba Hopkins Liquor;
(CR2017-003)
7. Authorize Out-of-State Travel; (CR2017-004)
8. Authorize Disabled Parking Zone 123 8th Avenue North; (CR2017-009)
9. Appointments to the Hopkins Public Art Advisory Committee; (CR2017-007)
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10. Ratify Checks Issued in December 2016; (Memo)
11. Second Reading for Ordinance 2016-1118 Regarding the Regulation of
Pawnshops, Currency Exchanges and Coin Dealerships; (Memo)
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
VII.1. Site Plan and Fence Setback Variance for the Southwest LRT: OMF;
(CR2017-008)
City Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the property location and site plan for the
Southwest LRT Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF). Mr. Lindahl commented
that the site plan is consistent with the plan that Council reviewed in the past. The
Zoning & Planning Commission has reviewed the application and held a public hearing.
Ms. Lisa Moe, Stewart Companies, addressed the Commission regarding concerns of
exterior lighting and noise. Mr. Lindahl outlined the subdivision and right-of-way
applications that would come before Council at a later date. Mr. Lindahl gave an
overview of site plan details including land use, zoning, building standards, parking lots,
landscaping, pedestrian circulation and exterior lighting. Mr. Lindahl commented that
staff continues to work with the SW LRT Project Office regarding exterior lighting
overspill that is in excess of City standards. Mr. Lindahl discussed the exterior building
materials and fence variance. The fence provides site security and protection for
pedestrians but does not meet the front yard set back standards for industrial areas. Mr.
Lindahl reviewed the mitigation standards for enhanced fencing in exchange for the
reduced set back. Mr. Lindahl reviewed the amended condition to the application. The
City Attorney has reviewed the application and staff is recommending approval.
Mayor Cummings asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Council
regarding the application. Ms. Lisa Moe, CEO Stewart Companies, came forward and
highlighted concerns regarding lights, vibrations and track noise affecting their
properties. SW LRT Project Office representatives, Mr. Tats Tanaka and Mr. Ryan
Kronzer explained the maintenance of trains is mostly done indoors, rail lubricators are
used to mitigate sound and train headlights are angled downwards to minimize impacts.
Mayor Cummings commented on the importance of communication to satisfy the
project, residents and business owners. Mayor Cummings asked about the number of
employees, maintenance schedules, size of the site and construction schedule. Mr.
Tanaka commented that there would be approximately 40-60 employees with 109
parking spaces. Mr. Kronzer explained that the trains are washed when they come into
the OMF site to minimize train traffic. Mr. Tanaka gave an overview of the OMF
construction timetable with completion scheduled for 2020. The 15-acre OMF site is
smaller than the current Hiawatha OMF site.
Council Member Kuznia asked about the zero set back and storm water management.
Mr. Lindahl commented that the zero set back is located within the property line. Mr.
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Tanaka commented that accommodations for storm water have been incorporated into
the design.
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Kuznia.
Motion
to adopt City Council Resolution 2017- 001, approving the site plan for
the Southwest Light Rail Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility, subject to
the conditions as amended.
Ayes:
Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
NaysMotion carried.
: None.
MotionSecond
by Kuznia. by Halverson.
Motion
to adopt City Council Resolution 2017- 002, approving a fence setback
variance for the Southwest Light Rail Transit Operations and Maintenance
Facility subject to the conditions.
Ayes:
Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
NaysMotion carried.
: None.
VII.2. Subordinate Funding Agreement 05 – Southwest LRT; (CR2017-005)
Planning and Development Director Elverum gave an overview of the staff report
regarding the agreement for $30,000 in funding support for the stairway portion of the
Blake Road Regional Trail underpass. Ms. Elverum outlined the payment schedule and
funding source.
Mayor Cummings asked about the obligation if the SW LRT project would not happen.
Ms. Elverum commented that by the time the stairway work would commence the
project would have full funding. Council Member Gadd commented on the commitment
of many partners to make the project come together.
MotionSecond
by Halverson. by Kuznia.
approve Subordinate Funding Agreement (SFA 05) between the
Motion
to
City of Hopkins and the Metropolitan Council.
Ayes:
Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
NaysMotion carried.
: None.
VII.3Subordinate Funding Agreement 06 – Southwest LRT; (CR2017-006)
Planning and Development Director Elverum discussed the funding agreement for
$500,000 from the City of Hopkins that demonstrates the local support for the SW LRT
project. Ms. Elverum outlined the payment schedule and funding source.
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MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Campbell.
ordinate Funding Agreement (SFA 06) between the
Motion
to Approve Sub
City of Hopkins and the Metropolitan Council.
Ayes:
Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
NaysMotion carried.
: None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Nine Mile Creek bridge replacement project and Highway 169 road closure
between Bren Rd. and 7th St. begins Jan. 10.
Taste of Hopkins and State of the City Event at Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111
Mainstreet: Thursday, January 26, 2017 – 5:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by
Kuznia, second by Campbell, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 7:50 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