11-06-2017 Work Session after City Council Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION PROCEEDINGS
AT CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, November 6, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a work session of the Hopkins City Council was
held on Monday, November 6, 2017 at 8:50 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, Director
of Planning and Development Elverum and City Planner Lindahl.
Economic Development
In addition to City staff, a representative present for the item was Mr. Mike Hayman,
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD).
Director of Planning and Development Elverum discussed the Request For
Qualifications (RFQ) for 325 Blake Road/Cold Storage site. Ms. Elverum discussed the
timeline and commented that the document reflects the City's vision for the site. The
RFQ would give developers an idea what the City is looking for on the site. Ms. Elverum
discussed submittal requirements and the criteria for reviewing the proposals.
There was discussion about the developer selection. Staff would seek the advice of
Stacy Kvilvang, Ehlers Inc. to get the best response from developers. Ms. Elverum
commented that MCWD is in control of the developer selection but is seeking City input.
Mr. Hayman commented that City of Hopkins is a critical partner with the MCWD in the
process for an ideal development.
Council Member Gadd commented that he appreciates the partnership with MCWD and
asked about the RFQ schedule. Mr. Hayman discussed the RFQ process. Council
Member Campbell asked about the percentage of affordable housing. Ms. Elverum
discussed the target affordability point and considerations. Mayor Cummings
commented on the unique and exciting opportunity for the collaborative project. Mayor
Cummings asked about demolition. Mr. Hayman commented that the MCWD has
applied for demolition grants and should hear in early 2018 about the first grant
application. Council Member Halverson asked about the current tenant. Mr. Hayman
commented that the site would be vacant at the end of November.
Director of Planning and Development Elverum and City Planner Lindahl discussed the
resident concerns and staff actions regarding the construction project at 117 Maple Hill
Road. A letter would be drafted to the son of the property owners at 118 Homedale
Road to address the concerns.
City Council:
• Council Member Campbell discussed electric car permits.
• Council Member Gadd gave an update on SWLRT.