08-06-2018 City Council Meeting HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
AUGUST 6, 2018
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council
was held on Monday, August 6, 2018 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, Director
of Planning and Development Elverum, Assistant City Manager Lenz, Activity Center
Coordinator Newville, Public Works Director Stadler and Community Development
Coordinator Youngquist.
PRESENTATIONS
111.1. US Men's Shed Association Presentation
In addition to City staff, Men's Shed representatives present for the presentation were
Mr. Phil Johnson and Mr. Joe Holasek. Mr. Johnson gave an overview of the first Men's
Shed in the United States that started in Hopkins. Mr. Johnson discussed the mission
and purpose of the Men's Shed group and thanked the City of Hopkins for their support.
Mr. Holasek gave an overview of the group's service projects and discussed a future
project idea to create a basic tool box sharing program. Ms. Newville discussed the
benefits to the group members and commented that those interested in further
information can contact the Hopkins Activity Center (952-939-1333). The Council
thanked the Men's Shed group and Hopkins Activity Center for being leaders in this
endeavor and making impacts in the community.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Cummings commented that there is a proposed amendment to the Consent
Agenda Item 4 amending the event time from Noon to 8 p.m.
Motion by Gadd. Second by Kuznia.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda as amended.
1. Minutes of the July 17, 2018 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the July 17, 2018 City Council Work Session following Regular
Meeting Proceedings
3. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for St. Gabriel the Archangel
Church
4. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Hopkins Elks Lodge
#2221
5. Authorize Disabled Parking Zone —306 17th Avenue North
6. Ratify Checks Issued in July 2018
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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NEW BUSINESS
VII.1. Site Plan for Façade Improvements at the Hopkins Professional Clinic
Community Development Coordinator Youngquist discussed the staff report regarding
the site plan review of the Hopkins Professional building. Ms. Youngquist gave an
overview of the property location and improvements. Ms. Youngquist explained that
City Code requires a site plan review if there is reconstruction of over 50% on an
existing building. Ms. Youngquist explained that the Hopkins Professional building is a
recipient of the Façade Improvement Grant Program.
Dr. Bob Hersman came forward and thanked the City of Hopkins for the opportunity to
participate in the Façade Improvement Program and make an important reinvestment in
the property. Dr. Hersman commented that they would be interested in a future mural
on the exterior north wall.
Motion by Campbell. Second by Halverson.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2018-064, approving the site plan for facade
improvements at the Hopkins Professional Building located at 29 9th Avenue
North.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VII.2. Site Plan for Façade Improvements at Carpet One and CenterDrug
Community Development Coordinator Youngquist discussed the staff report regarding
the site plan for improvements to 907 and 913 Hopkins Center. Ms. Youngquist gave an
overview of the property location and improvements. Ms. Youngquist explained that the
Hopkins Center is a recipient of the Façade Improvement Grant Program and that the
proposed improvements are consistent with the Downtown Overlay District Standards.
Dan and Pat Tillman came forward to address the Council. Mr. Tillman commented on
the energy improvements to the property and that the project is scheduled to be
completed by the end of October. The Tillman's commented that they would also be
interested in an exterior mural in the future.
Ms. Youngquist commented that Hance Hardware was also a recipient of the Façade
Improvement Grant Program but they were not ready to move forward at this time.
Mayor Cummings thanked the property owners for the improvements to the buildings.
Motion by Gadd . Second by Halverson.
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
AUGUST 6, 2018
Motion to adopt Resolution 2018-065, approving the site plan for façade
improvements at Carpet One and Center Drug located at 907 and 913 Hopkins
Center.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
• National Night Out in the City of Hopkins is Tuesday, August 7.
• Hopkins Farmers' Market at 16-9th Ave. S.: Saturdays through October, 7:30 a.m. to
Noon.
• Hopkins Center for the Arts presents The Sunset Series at Downtown Park:
Thursdays through August 15 at 7 p.m.
• The League of Minnesota Cities honored Representative Cheryl Youakim.
• The Primary Election is Tuesday, August 14. Early voting is available at Hopkins City
Hall.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by
Kuznia, second by Campbell, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
OPEN AGENDA— PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
Mr. Andre Pleasant, 516 Texas Avenue North, discussed concerns regarding a fire
hydrant placement as a result of the street and utility reconstruction project. Public
Works Director Stadler commented that the City Engineer Stanley has been addressing
the concerns. Mayor Cummings discussed the road and utility improvement
requirements and commented that it is important to hear from residents about concerns.
Respectfully Submitted,
Debbie Vold
ATTEST:
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Molly Cummings, Mayor Amy Domeier, City Clerk