IV.1. Minutes of the June 5, 2018 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
JUNE 5, 2018
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council
was held on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 7:03 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, Director of Planning and Development Elverum, Assistant City Engineer
Klingbeil, Assistant City Manager Lenz, City Attorney Riggs, Public Works Director
Stadler and City Engineer Stanley.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Campbell. Second by Kuznia.
Motion to Adopt Agenda.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
III.1. Appointments and Oaths of Planning & Zoning Commissioners
City Clerk Domeier issued the Oath of Office to Planning & Zoning Commissioners
Gerard Balan and Samuel Stiele. On behalf of the City Council and staff, Mayor
Cummings welcomed the new commissioners.
Motion by Gadd. Second by Halverson.
Motion to appoint Gerard Balan and Samuel Stiele to the Planning & Zoning
Commission for a two-year term ending June 30, 2020.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
III.2. Updates from Commissioner Jan Callison
Hennepin County Commissioner Callison gave an update on Hennepin County.
Commissioner Callison gave an overview of state legislative priorities including the new
medical examiner facility, opioid prevention, residential organics, and workforce issues,
pathways and initiatives. Commissioner Callison discussed projects affecting Hopkins
including road and bikeway improvements, SWLRT and the Cold Storage site.
Commissioner Callison appreciates the support of the City of Hopkins and
congratulated the City on the ARTery grand opening.
On behalf to the City, Mayor Cummings commented that the city appreciates all that
Hennepin County does and it’s support of the City of Hopkins.
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III.3. Updates from TwinWest Chamber of Commerce
Shannon Full, President of TwinWest Chamber, gave an update discussing
opportunities for future collaboration and partnerships, the new strategic plan and how
to better serve Twin West’s ten communities. Ms. Full discussed the TwinWest mission
statement that focus’s on growth and prosperity and the goals of the organization.
There was Council discussion regarding TwinWest’s position on issues, the workforce
shortage and affordable housing. Ms. Full explained TwinWest’s procedures and
commented that TwinWest would like to further explore business participation in regards
to the workforce shortage and affordable housing.
On behalf to the City, Mayor Cummings thanked TwinWest Chamber of Commerce for
all they do.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Kuznia. Second by Campbell.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the May 15, 2018 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the May 15, 2018 City Council Work Session following Regular
Meeting Proceedings
3. Recommendation of Appointment to Charter Commission
4. Reappointment of Planning & Zoning Commissioners and Park Board
Members
5. Resolution Appointing Election Judges for the August 14, 2018 State Primary
Election
6. Approval of Business and Liquor License Renewals for the term of July 1,
2018 Through June 30, 2019
7. Resolution Authorizing Solicitation of Contributions to Fund Events that Foster
Positive Relationships between Law Enforcement and the Community
8. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for GiGi’s Playhouse, Inc.
9. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Hopkins Elks Lodge
#2221
10. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for JCI Hopkins
11. Extension of On-Sale Liquor License for LTD Brewing LLC DBA LTD Brewing
Co.
12. Ratify Checks Issued in May 2018
13. Use Agreement – The Hopkins Farmers Market
14. Approval of 2018-2020 Union Contract with L.E.L.S. #171 Sergeants
15. Detachment and Annexation with St. Louis Park
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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NEW BUSINESS
VII.1. Conditional Use Permit for a Special Purpose Fence at 2 East Saint Albans
Road
Director of Planning and Development Elverum discussed the staff report giving an
overview of subject property and special purpose fence. Ms. Elverum discussed the
fence standards and explained that staff concluded that the standards are met. The
Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the resolution.
Motion by Kuznia. Second by Halverson.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2018-052, approving a Conditional Use Permit
allowing a 6 foot high Special Purpose Fence along the eastern property line of
2-East Saint Albans Road.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VII.2. Order Feasibility Report, 2019 Street and Utility Improvements, City Project
2018-010
Assistant City Engineer Klingbeil discussed the 2019 Street and Utility improvements
feasibility report. Mr. Klingbeil gave a background of the process, proposed area,
improvements and project coordination. Mr. Klingbeil commented that an improved trail
connection would be part of the project. Mr. Klingbeil discussed project costs, funding
and schedule.
Motion by Gadd. Second by Kuznia.
Motion that Council Adopt Resolution 2018- 051 ordering the preparation of a
feasibility report for the 2019 Street and Utility Improvements and authorizing
Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. to
prepare the report.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VII.3. Approval of Schematic Design, Authorize Design Development and
Preparation of Construction Documents for City Hall
In addition to City staff, a representative present for the item was Mr. John McNamara,
Wold Architects. Mr. McNamara discussed the schematic design and guiding principals
for the proposed City Hall improvements. Mr. McNamara discussed the project timeline,
costs and budget. The base project costs are $3,500,000 with a total cost of $4,395,000
including potential additional projects and bond issuance.
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Mayor Cummings commented that she does not agree that the City should be taking on
a project of this size and cost at this time. Mayor Cummings commented on the large
tax levy increases, pace of spending, project commitments, and concern of affordability
for residents and tremendous debt that the City is taking on. Council Member Gadd
commented that it is not an easy decision but the project design benefits residents and
staff. City staff needs efficient workspace for the upcoming projects and that now is the
right time for the project. Council Member Kuznia commented that he likes the design,
that it is a hard decision but he supports the plan. Council Member Campbell
commented on the expectations of the future workforce and that she likes the design
and is in support of the plan. Council Member Halverson commented on the efficient
design and supports the plan.
Motion by Campbell. Second by Kuznia.
Motion that approves Schematic Design for City Hall.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: Cummings. Motion carried.
Motion by Halverson. Second by Gadd.
Motion that Council authorize Design Development and Preparation of
Construction Documents for City Hall.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: Cummings. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Hopkins Farmers’ Market at 16-9th Ave. S.: Saturdays, June 16 through October,
7:30 a.m. to Noon.
Art from the Attic Event at Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet: Saturday,
June 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hopkins Center for the Arts presents The Sunset Series at Downtown Park:
Thursdays from June 21 through August 15 at 7 p.m.
Blake Road construction update: Blake Road at Excelsior Blvd will be closed
beginning June 15, 8 p.m. through June 20, 5 a.m.
Artspace Survey Launch at Hopkins Center for the Arts on Thursday, June 7, 5 p.m.
Budweiser Clydesdale will be at the Hopkins American Legion on Friday, June 8, 5-
6:30 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by
Campbell, second by Gadd, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
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OPEN AGENDA – PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
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ISLA (International Spanish Language Academy) 6 grade students came forward to
address the Council. The students discussed a proposed ordinance that would require
restaurants or establishments that serve food and/or drinks to prohibit providing plastic
straws unless the patron requests one. Mayor Cummings explained the process and
commented that the Council and city staff would take the proposal under advisement
and investigate it further. Mayor Cummings thanked the students for their involvement.
Respectfully Submitted,
Debbie Vold
ATTEST:
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Molly Cummings, Mayor Amy Domeier, City Clerk