03-06-02A regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was held on March 6, 2002, in the
Council Chambers of the Hopkins City Hall.
Present were Mayor Maxwell and Council Members Brausen, Jensen, Johnson, and
Rowan. Also, present were staff members Mielke, Stadler, Kerrigan, Bot, and City
Attorney Jerre Miller.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Maxwell called the meeting to order at 8:05 p.m.
II. OPEN AGENDA -PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
There were none.
III. REPORTS -COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS
1 . Zoning and Planning
Maureen Allen reported that the Commission approved the change in zoning of the B1
area along 2~d Ave to Business Park. The Commission also approved the Blake School
CUP. They reviewed the Cornerstone concept plan for Marketplace Lofts. They are
looking at Zoning Code definitions, bank, savings and loans, credit unions and porch.
They are also continuing to fine-tune the ordinance on cars, vehicles, RV's, etc.
2. Chemical Health Commission
Maureen Allen also reported for the Chemical Health Commission. On February 4t"
the commission was invited to participate in aparent-student presentation at
Catherine Curren School. Reduce the Use presented information to fifth and sixth
graders. The students were allowed to ask questions of the participants. This will be
a re-occurring event. The Commission hosted the Town Meeting. Nine awards of
Excellence were given to civic groups, businesses and individuals who have been very
supportive of the Reduce the Use Program. Sharon McDonald has received very
positive feedback from attendees of the event. The commission will be looking for
two replacements for the youth on the commission. Both youth on the commission
will be graduating this year.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
1 . Minutes of February 19, 2002, City Council Meeting Minutes
2. Minutes of February 26, 2002, City Council Work Session
3. Ratify Prior Month's Disbursements
4. Miscellaneous License Applications
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5. Authorize Right-of Way and Easement Acquisition -Excelsior Boulevard
Reconstruction Phase II (CR2002-37)
Council Member Jensen moved and Council Member Brausen seconded a motion to
approve the Consent Agenda. A poll of the vote was as follows: Council Member
Brausen, aye; Council Member Jensen, aye; Council Member Rowan, aye; Council
Member Johnson, aye; Mayor Maxwell, aye. The motion carried unanimously.
V. PRESENTATION
1. Empty Bowls -Ron Axel, Donna Moore, Barb Westmoreland
Barb Westmoreland said that this is the fourth annual Empty Bowls. Four years ago,
she was trying to find something that would allow the students to connect with the
community and give back to the community. The students make the bowls, which
are sold at the event. The funds that are raised are donated to the local food shelf.
Most of the soup, coffee, and bread are donated. This year they have over 1500
bowls and expect approximately 2000 people to attend. Ms. Westmoreland
introduced this year's two co-chairs, Donna Moore and Dr. Ron Axel. Ms. Moore
presented three bowls as examples of what will be available. Dr. Axel said that
589,000 has been raised in the three years of Empty Bowls. This year the target is
535,000. They are planning to have 515,000 prior to the event from sponsorships
and gain about $20,000 at the door.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING
1 . Assessment Hearing, Knollwood Pond Improvement Project (CR2002-36)
On February 5, 2002, the City Council accepted bids and considered the proposed
assessment amounts for this project. The public hearing was set for March 6. No
written objection contesting the proposed assessment has been submitted. The total
estimated project cost is 5108,000.55. The assessment for the ten properties facing
the pond is 51,288.1 1 . The assessment amount for the remaining properties is
5789.75.
Mayor Maxwell opened the public hearing at 8:30 p.m.
Addie Gorlin, 805 Park Terrace, came forward and said that the youth in the
neighborhood have had a lot of fun playing on the island in the pond and they all hope
that the pond and island will be there for their children to play on.
Council Member Brausen moved and Council Member Jensen seconded a motion to
close the public hearing. The public hearing was closed by unanimous consent at
8:31 p.m.
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Council Member Brausen moved and Council Member Rowan seconded a motion to
adopt Resolution 2002-20, Resolution for Adoption of Assessment Roll, Knollwood
Pond Improvements, Project 00-14 and Resolution 2002-21, Resolution for Award of
Bid. A poll of the vote was as follows: Council Member Brausen, aye; Council
Member Jensen, aye; Council Member Johnson, aye; Council Member Rowan, aye;
Mayor Maxwell, aye. The motion carried unanimously.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1 . CUP for Blake School Stadium (CR2002-35)
Blake School is proposing to construct a stadium structure for the football/soccer
field. The bleacher area was removed last fall because it was not up to code. The
stadium would be located in the same location as the former seating area. The
stadium is an allowed use within the Zoning district and is in compliance with the
Comprehensive Plan. The Zoning and Planning Commission recommended approval
with additional conditions that have been included in the resolution.
Tom Betty the architect for the project presented the plans.
Council Member Johnson moved and Council Member Brausen seconded a motion to
adopt Resolution 2002-19, approving a conditional use permit to construct a new
stadium structure for the Blake School's Football/soccer field. A poll of the vote was
as follows: Council Member Brausen, aye; Council Member Jensen, aye; Council
Member Johnson, aye; Council Member Rowan, aye; Mayor Maxwell, aye. The
motion carried unanimously.
3. Adopt Engineering Guidelines (CR2002-38)
In order to standardize engineering requirements for Developers and Engineers
performing work within the City of Hopkins, City Staff has developed Engineering
Guidelines. The guidelines provided detailed regulations as to the engineering
standards and procedures that are to be followed in the City. They will serve as a
consistent standard used by residents, contractors, consultants, developers and City
staff. Compliance with these guidelines will help provide quality projects and assure
uniform performance standards.
Concerns were raised about how the contractors and others will be notified about the
standards and if there is an appeal process if the permit applicant does not agree with
the standards. Jerre Miller, City Attorney, said that on page twelve the statement,
"These standards are meant to enhance not replace sound engineering judgment and
industry standards" makes it clear that the standards are guidelines, not rules. Mr.
Mielke suggested that provisions for an appeal should be incorporated in the
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document. Council Member Johnson suggested that permit forms should state that
the guidelines have been adopted.
Staff assured the Council that the guidelines are not changes to current policy. They
are consistent with what has been required in the past. The requirements are now
compiled into one document as opposed to several different documents
Council Member Rowan moved and Council Member Johnson seconded a motion to
adopt Resolution 2002-18, Resolution Adopting City of Hopkins Engineering
Guidelines. A poll of the vote was as follows: Council Member Brausen, aye; Council
Member Jensen, aye; Council Member Johnson, aye; Council Member Rowan, aye;
Mayor Maxwell, aye. The motion carried unanimously.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Council Member Jensen moved and Council Member
Rowan seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned by
unanimous consent at 9:05 p.m.
Respectively Submitted,
erry O r aier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
Eugene J. axwell, Mayor
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