IV.1. Minutes of March 7, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
MARCH 7, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council
was held on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at 7:05 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, Finance Director Harkess, Recreation Director Johnson,
Assistant City Manager Lenz, City Attorney Riggs, Fire Chief Specken, Public Works
Director Stadler and City Engineer Stanley.
ADOPT AGENDA
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Kuznia.
Motion
to Adopt Agenda.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
III.1. Recognition of Recreation Director Johnson; (Memo)
City Manager Mornson recognized and thanked retiring Recreation Director Dave
Johnson for 23 years of service to the Hopkins Minnetonka Recreation Department. Mr.
Johnson was presented a plaque from the Hopkins City Council for his years of service
to the Hopkins community. Mr. Johnson thanked the community volunteers, Hopkins
City Council, Hopkins staff and his wife for their support. The Council congratulated and
thanked Mr. Johnson for his positive attitude, responsiveness to residents and the great
job he has done for the two communities.
CONSENT AGENDA
MotionSecond
by Kuznia. by Campbell.
Motion
to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the February 21, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the February 21, 2017 City Council Work Session following
Regular Meeting Proceedings
3. Approval of On-Sale License on Public Premise for Hopkins 1022
Enterprises, LLC DBA Wild Boar (CR2017-044)
4. Approval of On-Sale on Public Premise for Take One Enterprises DBA The
Big Ten Restaurant and Bar; (CR2017-049)
5. Ratify Checks Issued in February 2017; (Memo)
6. Approve Revised Park Dedication Fees; (CR2017-047)
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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PUBLIC HEARING
V.1. Public Hearing on Assessments, Adopt Assessment Roll, Award Contract –
2017 Street and Utility Improvements; (CR2017-045)
In addition to City staff, a representative present for the item was Mr. Nick Amatuccio,
Bolton & Menk, Inc. Mr. Amatuccio gave an overview of the project area and proposed
improvements. City Engineer Stanley gave an overview of the project funding sources,
project costs and public engagement process. Mr. Stanley explained the distribution of
assessment amounts, assessment caps and gave examples of proposed street
assessments. Mr. Stanley commented that 498 properties would be assessed and
showed how the assessments are distributed in the neighborhood. Mr. Stanley gave a
summary of the options to pay assessments and discussed the qualifications and
process for deferred assessments. Mr. Amatuccio discussed the project schedule and
construction phases. Mr. Amatuccio explained communication avenues during
construction including newsletters, website, email notification and provided project
contact information. Mr. Stanley explained that one appeal for the revision of the
assessment was received. Mr. Stanley explained that the assessment is for the
replacement of a water service and the property owner is contesting the water service
assessment. Staff has consulted with the City Attorney and staff is recommending that
Council reject the appeal.
Mayor Cummings opened the public hearing at 7:47 pm.
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Paul Joppa, 614 10 Ave S. came forward to address the Council regarding
amendments to the assessment role. Mr. Stanley commented that corrections have
been made to the assessment role and that Bolton & Menk is reimbursing the city
budget for the assessment error.
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Mark Pierce, 640 7 Ave S. came forward to address the Council regarding an $800
assessment to move his water service shut off. Mr. Pierce requested that the City pay
for the relocation of the water service shut off since it was improperly installed 50 years
ago. Mayor Cummings commented that a request outside of the scope of the project is
difficult for the City to approve. Mr. Stanley commented that Mr. Pierce originally
requested that the water service shut off valve be moved. Mr. Stanley also commented
that there is no record what happened 50+ years ago and that staff cannot speculate on
past events. The property owner is contesting the work therefore staff will take the water
service water shut off relocation out of the project.
MotionSecond
by Kuznia. by Halverson.
Motion
to close the Public Hearing at 8:08 pm.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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MotionSecond
by Campbell. by Gadd.
Motion
to adopt Resolution 2017-023, Resolution Adopting Assessment Roll,
2017 Street and Utility Improvements, City Project 2016-10.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
MotionSecond
by Kuznia. by Halverson.
Motion
to adopt Resolution 2017-024, Accepting Bid.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Campbell.
Motion
to adopt Resolution 2017-025, Awarding the Contract, 2017 Street and
Utility Improvements, City Project 2016-010.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
VII.1. Award of Contract 2017 Artery Improvements City Project 2014-09 (CR2017-
036)
In addition to City staff, a representative present for the item was Mr. Mike Waltman,
Bolton & Menk, Inc. Mr. Waltman gave an overview of the project area, corridor layout,
streetscape, landscape, signage and public art in the Artery Improvement area. City
Engineer Stanley gave an overview of the project bids, construction schedule, project
phasing and construction contacts. A neighborhood meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, March 29. Mr. Stanley discussed traffic concerns and staff will work with
the contractor to address the traffic issue. Staff has reviewed the project costs and
concluded that it is a responsible bid.
Mayor Cummings commented on the importance of communication with area
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businesses during construction. Mr. Stanley commented that 2 Street would remain
open during construction and that businesses can address questions and concerns with
the construction contacts.
MotionSecond
by Gadd. by Halverson.
Motion
to Resolution 2017-026 Awarding the Contract, Artery Project,
City Project 2014-09.
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Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None.Motion carried.
VII.2. Artist Commissions and Contract Award (CR2017-048)
Community Development Coordinator Beekman gave an overview of the Call for Artists
process and the Public Art Committees recommendations of four artist selections. Ms.
Beekman explained that the art panel would be a separate Request for Proposal from
Minnesota artists. Staff will keep the Council updated. Ms. Beekman explained the next
steps including a careful review of the detailed design with the goal to have the art
pieces installed by the end of October.
Council Member Campbell thanked staff for the thoughtful process and Mayor
Cummings asked about the contract. Ms. Beekman explained that the budget is preset
and is not to exceed the contracted amount. The budget includes site visits,
transportation and installation. Ms. Beekman commented that the Certified Engineer
Signatures would be an additional line item and that the subgrade work is part of the
Artery construction project. Planning and Development Director Elverum thanked the
financial partners, staff and Council for realizing the project to create a better gateway
into Hopkins. Mayor Cummings thanked the staff and partners for their vision and
commitment to the project.
MotionSecond
by Halverson. by Campbell.
Motion
to Resolution Move to Approve the Public Art Committee
Recommendation of Artist Selection and Authorize Staff to Execute the
Commissioning Agreement with Each Artist for Art Work to be Designed,
Fabricated, and Installed as Part of the Artery Project.2017-026 Awarding the
Contract, Artery Project, City Project 2014-09.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None.Motion carried.
VII.3. Council Salary Increase (CR2017-031)
Assistant City Manager Lenz discussed the staff report regarding the Council salary
increase, comparative analysis and automatic salary review process.
MotionSecond
by Kuznia. by Gadd.
Motion
to adopt for first reading Ordinance 2017-1120 amending Section 200.01
of the Hopkins City Code revising the salaries of the Mayor and Council.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None.Motion carried.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade: March 17, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. The parade
begins at the Elks Lodge and finishes at the Hopkins American Legion.
Cultivate Hopkins will be hosting an event on Tuesday, March 28, 6-8 pm at
Mainstreet Bar & Grill.
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 8:43 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