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10-03-95 o A regular meeting of the Hopkins city Council was held on October 3, 1995 in the Council Chambers of Hopkins City Hall. Present were Mayor Redepenning, Councilmembers Anderson, Hesch, and Maxwell. Also present were staff members Mielke, Genellie, Kerrigan, Gessele, Schedler, and City Attorney Jerre Miller. Kritzler stadler, I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Redepenning called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. II. OPEN AGENDA - PUBLIC COMMENTS/CONCERNS There were none. III. PRESENTATIONS Hopkins Community Image Award is an award that is given to residents and commercial properties each year for enhancing the positive image of the City of Hopkins through superior maintenance and improvements of their property. This year the awards were given to three commercial properties, one multiple family dwelling, and three single family dwellings. Mayor Redepenning presented the following awards: c:> Commercial/Industrial Offices: ABE's Restaurant 802 Mainstreet Metro Elevator, Inc. 1721 Mainstreet Eddie Robbins Auto Cleaners 62 6th Avenue South MUlti-family Residential: Greenfield Apartments 920 Feltl Court . Single-family Residential/Individual Jay and Jo Thompson 201 6th Avenue North Connie Kurtz 124 14th Avenue North o Kristian and Susan Anderson 209 8th Avenue North OCTOBER 3, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 2 OIV. CONSENT AGENDA 1. 2. 3. 5. APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 19, 1995 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS, PRELIST 973 APPROVAL OF ACTION - ESTABLISH PARKING TIME LIMITS IN THE "DOME" PARKING LOT (CR95-169) APPROVAL OF ACTION - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGE--ALLIANT TECH PARKING LOT (CR95-174) APPROVAL OF ACTION - APPOINTMENT OF ELECTION JUDGES (CR95-170) APPROVAL OF ACTION - CASA MORTGAGE FUNDS, WESTBROOKE (CR95-177) 4. 6. Councilmember Kritzler moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. Mayor Redepenning asked Steve Stadler to give a brief repo~t on the status of the railroad tracks on Fifth Avenue. Steve stated that he has been working with Central Pacific Railroad and has a commitment from them to improve the crossing on 5th Avenue just south of County Road Three. Next week, they will begin installing a rubber crossing at the southern crossing. The northern two crossing will be removed next Orear .. V.. PUBLIC HEARING Aft CONSIDER ACTION - ADOPTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL, ALLEY RECONSTRUCTION (CR95-164) Jim Gessele gave a brief summary: Council, at its September 5 meeting, considered the preliminary assessment roll for an alley reconstruction project in the #10 Block between 8th and 9th Avenues North, Project 94-13, and ordered a public hearing. The 80% owner share to be assessed in this alley project is $18,148.05. This translates into a rate of $27.00/front foot. The assessment is at 8% over ten years. There were no appeals. Staff recommended a motion to adopt Resolution 95-81, adopting the assessment roll,. Project 94-13, alley reconstruction. Mayor Redepenning opened the Public Hearing at 8:44 p.m. There were no comments from the public.. Councilmember Hesch moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to close the Public Hearing. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The Public Hearing was closed by unanimous consent at 8:45 p.m. Councilmember Hesch moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 95-81 for adoption of assessment roll, Project 94-13, ~lley reconstruction. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember '-I\nderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. OCTOBER 3, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 3 a. CONSIDER ACTION - ADOPTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLLS, ALLEY RECONSTRUCTION (CR95-166) Jim Gessele explained that Council, at its September 5 meeting, considered the preliminary assessment rolls for alley reconstruction projects in the #10 Block between 6th and 7th Avenues North (Project 95-02) and the #100 Block between Monroe and Jackson Avenues North (Project 95-03). The 80% owner share to be assessed in Project 95-02 is $22,440.77 with a rate of $24.78/front foot. Front footage was limited to 75 feet. The rate is 8% over ten years. Two appeals were submitted to staff. Staff recommended a motion to adopt Resolution 95-84, adopting the assessment roll, Projects 95-02 and 95-03, alley reconstruction. Mayor Redepenning opened the PUblic Hearing on Project 95-02 at 8:47 p.m. Mr. Gary Nelson, 37 7th Avenue North, appeared to explain that his driveway does not open onto the alley, that he does not use the alley, and that he does not need the alley. He did not feel that he should be assessed the same amount as those who did.. There being no other comments, Councilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to close the PUblic Hearing. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The Public Hearing was closed by unanimous consent at 8:50. ~. Gessele pointed out that Mr. Alfred Schmeidel, 21 7th Avenue North was . not present but had filed an appeal. He further recommended that Council deny both appeals. Councilmember Hesch moved and Councilmember Kritzler seconded a motion to deny the appeal of Mr. Nelson and of Mr Schmeidel. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. Mayor Redepenning opened the Public Hearing on Project 95-03 at 8:02. There were no comments from the public. Mr. Gessele stated that Staff had not received any appeals. Councilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Hesch seconded a motion to close the Public Hearing. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The Public Hearing was closed by unanimous consent at 8:03 p.m. Councilmember Kritzler moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 95-82, adopting the assessment rolls of Project 95-02, alley reconstruction. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember ~nderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; ~ouncilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. OCTOBER 3, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 4 ~ouncilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Hesch seconded a motion to ~dopt Resolution 95-83, adopting the assessment rolls of Project 95-03, alley reconstruction. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Ayej Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. C. CONSIDER ACTION - ADOPTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL, MAINSTREET RECONSTRUCTION (CR95-167) Mr. Gessele reviewed for the Council ,that at its September 5, 1995, meeting they considered the preliminary assessment roll for Mainstreet improvements from 5th Avenue to T.H. 169, Project 93-18, and ordered a Public Hearing. The assessment rate is $68.00/front foot and the term is 8% over ten years. Mr. Gessele stated that Staff received one appeal. Staff recommended a motion to adopt Resolution 95-84, adopting the assessment roll, Project 93- 18, Mainstreet reconstruction. Mayor Redepenning opened the Public Hearing on Project 93-18, Mainstreet reconstruction at 8:06 p.m. Mr. Timothy Moynihan spoke representing the westwind Group of MN who lease the property at 401 Mainstreet. He stated that the proposed assessment does not benefit the parcel as stated in the Notice of Proposed Assessment. Mr. Gessele explained that the total assessment amount included repair of ~ater service and driveway and recommended that the appeal be denied. Councilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Hesch seconded a motion to close the Public Hearing. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The Public Hearing was closed by unanimous consent at 8:13 p.m.. Councilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to deny the appeal of 401 Mainstreet. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. Councilmember Hesch moved and Councilmember Kritzler seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 95-85, adopting the assessment roll, Project 93-18, Mainstreet reconstruction. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. D. CONSIDER ACTION - ADOPTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLLS, MISCELLANEOUS AND PRIVATE IMPROVEMENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS (eR95-168) ~im Gessele gave a brief summary to the Council; The proposed special \Jissessments are for delinquent utility, tree removal, false alarm, debris/refuse removal, and mowing invoices. Also included are parking ramp maintenance and several private improvements. staff recommended a motion OCTOBER 3, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 5 a.. 0 adopt Resolution 95-85, adopting the assessment roll, 1995 miscellaneous nd private improvements special assessments. Mayor Redepenning opened the Public Hearing at 8:17 p.m. There being no comments from the public, Councilmember Hesch moved and Councilmember Kritzler seconded a motion to close the Public Hearing. The Public Hearing was closed by unanimous consent at 8:18 p.m. Mr. Gessele reported that one appeal was received from steven J. Dahl, 329 15th Avenue South. Mr. Dahl stated that the City failed to respond to his request to replace a defective water meter. steve Mielke stated that he spoke with Mr. Dahl and city Staff. He said that staff received no response from Mr. Dahl after posting a notice at the home and sending a certified letter. One appointment was made and Mr. Dahl failed to appear. Mr. Mielke also stated that he met with Mr. Dahl and offered to reduce payment to one half of the bill. Mr. Dahl refused. Staff recommended denial of the appeal. Councilmember Anderson moved and Councilmember Maxwell seconded a motion to deny the appeal. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried . unanimously. ~.. ..councilmember Anderson moved and Councilmember Maxwell seconded a motion to ~dopt Resolution 95~84, adopting the assessment roll, 1995 miscellaneous and private improvements special assessments. VI. OLD BUSINESS A. CONSIDER ACTION - GAMBLING LICENSE APPLICATION BY CELEBRITY BOWL CHARITIES, INC. (CR95-158) staff recommended a motion adopting Resolution 95-79 denying the application for a permit to conduct lawful gambling by Celebrity Bowl Charities, Inc.. at the Hopkins Bowl. Mr. Gene Wright, Hopkins Family Bowl, 107 Shady Oak Road proposed that the Council change the present policy on charitable gambling to allow Celebrity Bowl Charities to obtain a license for charitable gambling in the City of Hopkins. Councilmember Anderson moved and Councilmember Maxwell seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 95-79 denying the application for a permit to conduct lawful gambling by Celebrity Bowl Charities, Inc. at the Hopkins Bowl. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Nay; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried. Councilmember Hesch supported considering this license application because ~he policy of Celebrity Bowl Charities is to give 80% of their charitable '-I1ollars to the local community for the benefit of youth. None of our current charitable giving organizations have adopted a formal donation policy such as this. OCTOBER 3, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 6 OVII. A. NEW BUSINESS CONSIDER ACTION - ORDER FEASIBILITY REPORT, 1996 RESIDENTIAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS (CR95-172) Staff recommended a motion to adopt Resolution 95-89 ordering preparation of a feasibility report, 1996 residential street improvements, and authorize the City Manager to enter into agreement with MSA Consulting Engineers for preparation of report and survey. Councilmember Kritzler moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 95-89 ordering the feasibility report, and authorizing the City Manager to enter into agreement with MSA Consulting Engineers. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. B. CONSIDER ACTION - APPROVE REGISTERED LAND SURVEY, HOPKINS ACTIVITY CENTER AT RENAISSANCE APARTMENTS (CR95-173) Staff recommended a motion to adopt resolution 95-88 approving registered land survey, Hopkins Activity Center. Councilmember Hesch moved and Councilmember Maxwell seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 95-88 approving the registered land survey for Hopkins Activity Center. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember ~nderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; '-'Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. C. CONSIDER ACTION - 1996-2000 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN(CR95-175) Staff recommended a motion to adopt the 1996-2000 Capital Improvement Plan. Councilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Anderson seconded a.motion to adopt the 1996-2000 Capital Improvement Plan. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, Aye. The motion was carried unanimously. D. CONSIDER ACTION - ADOPT EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT PLAN 1996-2000 Staff recommended a motion to adopt the 1996-2000 Equipment Replacement Plan. Councilmember Maxwell moved and Mayor Redepenning seconded a motion to adopt the 1996-2000 Equipment Replacement Plan. A poll of the vote was as follows: Councilmember Anderson, Aye; Councilmember Hesch, Aye; Councilmember Kritzler, Aye; Councilmember Maxwell, Aye; Mayor Redepenning, c:tye. The motion was carried unanimously. . OCTOBER 3, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 7 0'111. steve Mielke announced the city wide Open House to be held in conjunction with the Fire Department Open House on October 14. He also warned citizens of a company called City Curb Service that has put doorknob hangers on homes advertising the painting of house numbers on the curb in front of the houses. He further stated that this is not a City project and that the city prohibits painting on the curb. REPORTS - COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Councilmember Maxwell moved and Councilmember Kritzler seconded a motion to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 9:35 p.m. o AT~~~ Charles D. Redepenning, Ma~ /7 CO~Y>>. Cr /_~. ;?~.:: s, .. /1:)..., ~. ..-' // t.. . ~. ~:a(~ o