IV.1. Minutes of the May 16, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting ProceedingsHOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
MAY 16, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council
was held on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 7:01 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, Depot Project Coordinator
Guertin, Finance Director Harkess, Police Chief Johnson, Assistant City Manager Lenz,
City Attorney Scott Riggs and Public Works Director Stadler.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Gadd. Second by Kuznia.
Motion to Adopt Agenda.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Cummings commented that the presentation order has been changed from the
agenda.
111.1. Proclamation Honoring Nelson W. Berg; (Memo)
Council Member Halverson gave an overview of Nelson Berg's service and commitment
to the City of Hopkins. On behalf of the Council, Mayor Cummings thanked Mr. Berg for
all his contributions to the City of Hopkins and declared Friday, June 30, 2017 as
Nelson W. Berg Day in the City of Hopkins.
111.2. Depot Youth Advisory Board Presentation
Depot Project Coordinator John Guertin gave an overview of the youth oriented
chemical free coffee shop. The Depot Youth Advisory Board Members came fonvard to
discuss what the Depot means to them, why they joined the board and why they
participate in the Depot. Each student shared a Depot statistic.
Mayor Cummings thanked the students for their involvement in the Depot and
commented about the incredible resource, safe environment and the opportunities to
learn leadership and business skills. The Depot will celebrate its 20-year anniversary in
2018 and will keep the Council updated about the event.
111.3. Update from Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman; (Memo)
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman thanked the Hopkins Police Department for
the good job they do and thanked the City Council for supporting the police. Attorney
Freeman discussed Hopkins crime statistics. Crime in Hopkins has decreased and
Attorney Freeman commented that overall Hopkins is a safe community. Attorney
Freeman discussed racial justice, prison statistics, youth and the criminal justice system
and gun violence. Attorney Freeman discussed the opiate epidemic and drug crime and
commented on the importance of educating youth. Mayor Cummings asked about a
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central registry for drug prescriptions. Attorney Freeman commented that there is a
push at the state and federal level for stronger legislation.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Kuznia. Second by Halverson.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the May 2, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the May 2, 2017 City Council Work Session following Regular
Meeting Proceedings
3. Minutes of the May 9, 2017 City Council Work Session Proceedings
4. Approval of Temporary Liquor Licenses for Hopkins Rotary Club 2119;
(CR2017-063)
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
V.1. Public Hearing for Property Tax Abatement Related to Public Infrastructure
Improvements; (CR2017-068)
In addition to City staff, a representative present for the item was Ms. Stacie Kvilvang,
Ehlers, Inc. Ms. Kvilvang explained that the tax abatement is for public improvements at
Burnes Park. Ms. Kvilvang gave an overview of the parcels from which the City's portior
of the taxes will be abated. The parcels are adjacent to Burnes Park.
Mayor Cummings opened the public hearing at 7:49 pm. No residents came forward to
address the Council.
Motion by Kuznia. Second by Gadd.
Motion to close the Public Hearing at 7:49 pm.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Kuznia. Second by Gadd.
Motion to Adopt Resolution 2017-038 approving property tax abatement related
to public infrastructure improvements in the City of Hopkins.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None. Motion carried.
V.2. Public Hearing on Five-Year Street Reconstruction Plan & Resolution
Adopting a Street Reconstruction Plan and Authorizing the Issuance of Street
Reconstruction Bonds Thereunder; (CR2017-069)
Ms. Kvilvang explained that the City is unable to meet the minimum assessment
threshold for the 2017 and 2018 street reconstruction improvements and will need to
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finance the project through the Street Reconstruction Bond process. Ms. Kvilvang gave
an overview of the project areas, financing and use of the bonds. Ms. Kvilvang
explained that the Council must approve the resolution with a unanimous vote and a
referendum is not required but is subject to a reverse referendum.
Mayor Cummings opened the public hearing at 7:53 pm. No residents came forward to
address the Council.
Motion by Halverson. Second by Campbell.
Motion to close the Public Hearing at 7:53 pm.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Campbell. Second by Kuznia.
Motion to Approve Resolution 2017-039 adopting a street reconstruction plan
and authorizing the issuance of street reconstruction bonds thereunder.
Ayes: Halverson, Kuznia, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell
Nays: None. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Council Member Gadd was awarded the MN JCI Hall of Leadership Award.
• Mainstreet Day on Mainstreet, Hopkins: Saturday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
. Next City Council Meeting: Tuesday, June 6 at 7 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 7:55 p.m.
OPEN AGENDA — PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
The City Council did not receive any comments or concerns.
RespectFully Submitted,
Debbie Vold
ATTEST:
Molly Cummings, Mayor Amy Domeier, City Clerk