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03-21-2017 City Council MeetingHOPKINS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS MARCH 21, 2017 CALL TO ORDER Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was held on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 7:04 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, Police Chief Johnson, Assistant City Manager Lenz and Public Works Director Stadler. PRESENTATIONS 111.1. Oath of Office — Police Officer Leland Coleman Police Chief Johnson introduced new Police Officer Leland Coleman. City Clerk Domeier issued the Oath of Office and Officer Coleman's family pinned on his badge. Officer Coleman thanked the City of Hopkins, City staff and his family for their support. On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Cummings welcomed Officer Coleman to the City of Hopkins. 111.2. Oath of Office — Police Sergeant Greg Pilon Police Chief Johnson recognized newly promoted Police Sergeant Greg Pilon. City Clerk Domeier issued the Oath of Office and Sergeant Pilon's wife pinned on his badge. Sergeant Pilon thanked the City Council for their support of the Hopkins Police Department. On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Cummings congratulated and thanked Sergeant for all he has brought to the department. 111.3. Hopkins Police Department 2016 Annual Report Police Chief Johnson presented the 2016 Hopkins Police Department Annual Report and 2016 highlights. Chief Johnson discussed the 215� Century Policing and Strategic Plan. Chief Johnson commented that the Hopkins Police Department is committed to serving the community, working on community issues, outreach, youth initiatives and crime prevention efforts. The Annual Report is available at City Hall, the Police Department and on www.hoqkinsmn.com. Council asked that the Annual Report be made available at the Hopkins Library. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Gadd. Second by Kuznia. Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda. 1. Minutes of March 7, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings 2. Minutes of the March 7, 2017 City Council Work Session following Regular Meeting Proceedings 3. Minutes of the March 14, 2017 City Council Work Session Proceedings 4. Recommendation of Appointments to Charter Commission (CR2017-051) HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS MARCH 21, 2017 5. First Reading: Ordinance Amending Section 400 of the Hopkins City Code (CR2017-043) 6. Second Reading: Ordinance Amending Section 200.01 of the Hopkins City Code 7. Resolution Cancelling Collection of Special Assessments on One Parcel of Levy No.19332(CR2017-053) Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell. Nays: None. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING V.1. 2017 Community Development Biock Grant (CDBG) Program (CR2017-052) Community Development Coordinator Beekman gave an overview of the CDBG program. Ms. Beekman explained the objectives of the program and intended use of the funds. The City received three funding requests from public service providers. Staff is recommending an increase in Home Line's allocation to $5,000 and maintaining ICA and ResourceWesYs allocation at $5,000 each. The remaining 2017 CDBG funds would go to housing rehabilitation activities. Currently two households are on the waiting list to receive funds. Mayor Cummings opened the public hearing at 7:26 pm. The City Councii did not receive any comments or concerns. Motion by Gadd. Second by Halverson. Motion to close the Public Hearing at 7:26 pm. Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell. Nays: None. Motion carried. Motion by Kuznia. Second by Halverson. Motion to adopt Resolution 2017-029, Resolution Approving Proposed Use of 2017 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program Funds and Authorizing Execution of Subrecipient Agreement with Hennepin County and any Third Party Agreements. Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell. Nays: None. Motion carried. Mayor Cummings asked about the possibility of federal budget cuts to the CDBG program. Ms. Beekman commented that budget cuts might affect future allocations to the program. HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS MARCH 21, 2017 ANNOUNCEMENTS • Cultivate Hopkins Event at Mainstreet Bar & Grill, 814 Mainstreet: Tuesday, March 28, 6-8 p.m. • Public Meeting for the Artery project at City HaII, 1010 1S` St. S.: Wednesday, March 29, 5 p.m. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by Gadd, second by Campbell, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 7:28 p.m. OPEN AGENDA— PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS Mr. Dan Johnson, 105-16�h Avenue N., Hopkins, came forward and addressed the Council regarding traffic and safety concerns at the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Public Works Director Stadler will take Mr. Johnson's comments under advisement and discuss the situation with staff before next year's St. Patrick's Day parade. Staff will keep Mr. Johnson updated. Ms. Anna Palmer, 402 Hollyhock Lane, Hopkins, came forward and addressed the Council regarding community engagement and involvement of residents in the political process. Mayor Cummings suggested the Hopkins Citizens Academy, Blake Road Corridor Cooperative and the Comprehensive Plan online survey and steering committee. Mayor Cummings explained that residents could stay informed about happenings in the City through social media avenues and the Hopkins Connections weekly email. Assistant City Manager Lenz discussed the Community Conversation on Race event on May 8, 6:30 p.m. at Eisenhower Community Center. Respectfully Submitted, Debbie Vold ATTEST: �l �t��a l��^�vwv �� e���� l�'�'� �,�- �,�' � Molly mmings, M yor Amy Domeier, City Clerk