08-21-2018 City Council Meeting HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
AUGUST 21, 2018
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council
was held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at 7:01 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, Finance
Director Bishop, Assistant City Manager Lenz, City Planner Lindahl, City Attorney Riggs
and Public Works Director Stadler.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Gadd. Second by Campbell.
Motion to Adopt Agenda.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Kuznia. Second by Halverson.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the August 6, 2018 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the August 6, 2018 City Council Work Session following Regular
Meeting Proceedings
3. Minutes of the August 13, 2018 City Council Work Session Proceedings
4. Approve Temporary Easement Agreements between the City and the
Metropolitan Council —SWLRT Project;
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
VIl.1. Rezoning & Site Plan Review for 65—7th Avenue
City Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the staff report regarding the application for
65-7th Avenue South (formerly Pokorny Plumbing). The applicant would like to rezone
the property from industrial to mixed use and make upgrades to the building exterior.
The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the application, received no public
comments and recommended Council approval. Mr. Lindahl discussed the background
of the property, parking issues and current parking ordinance. Mr. Lindahl gave an
overview of the rezoning application and site plan. Mr. Lindahl explained that this is the
first of two required readings. The second reading would be on the September 4, 2018
City Council agenda.
Council Member Halverson asked about the public hearing. Mr. Lindahl explained that
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there were no comments at the hearing but staff did receive informational phone calls
but no opposition. Council Member Campbell commented that this is a good opportunity
for the property.
Motion by Campbell. Second by Kuznia.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2018-067, approving the first reading of Ordinance
2018-1134, rezoning the property at 65 — 7th Avenue South (PID 24-117-22-43-
0043) from I-1, Industrial to Mixed Use, subject to the conditions.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Gadd. Second by Halverson.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2018-068, approving the site plan for the property at
65 — 7th Avenue South (PID 24-117-22-43-0043), subject to the conditions.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried
VII.2. R-1-C Minimum Lot Size Concept Plan Review
City Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the concept plan to split the existing lot at 137
Maple Hill Road. The applicants are requesting feedback so they can prepare a formal
proposal. The proposal would split the lot size into two parcels of 80'x132'. The
Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the concept plan and there were no
comments at the public hearing. Staff received five phone calls with questions about the
proposal and one opposition to the plan. Mr. Lindahl gave an overview of the land use
and zoning. Mr. Lindahl commented that the proposal is within the land use density and
the lot width meets the zoning standards requirements. Mr. Lindahl discussed the
approval process and the two formal review options that include either a variance or an
amendment to the minimum lot size standard in the R-1-C district. Mr. Lindahl
commented that the Planning & Zoning Commissions was split on the process but most
members favored the variance.
Council Member Campbell asked why the neighbor opposed the plan. Mr. Lindahl
commented that the plan would make the neighborhood denser. Council Member Gadd
asked about impacts to the R-1-C district. Mr. Lindahl explained that the lots affected
are located throughout the district not in a certain area. Council Member Halverson
asked about the existing garage. Mr. Lindahl explained that the garage would have to
be moved. Council Member Kuznia commented that he would favor the individual lot
size variance. Mr. Lindahl discussed the applicant's timeline and the Comprehensive
Plan process. Mayor Cummings asked about the practical difficulty criteria. Mr. Lindahl
commented that staff would complete an analysis of the standards.
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The applicant, Karen Engelbert, came forward to address the Council. Ms. Engelbert
explained that they would like to age in place, either building a one-level home on the lot
or renovate their existing home.
There was Council support for the individual lot variance proposal acknowledging that
the best overall process would be to address the minimum lot size in the R-1-C district
but that would be too long of a timeline for the applicant.
VII.3. Gambucci Lot Variance for PID 23-177-22-14-0053
City Planner Lindahl gave an overview of the staff report regarding the subject property.
Mr. Lindahl discussed the proposed lot width and side yard variance. Mr. Lindahl
summarized the opposition testimony received at the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Mr. Lindahl gave an overview of the property background and variance review process.
Mr. Lindahl commented that the applicant does not demonstrate practical difficulty and
the variances are inconsistent with the comprehensive plan. Staff and the Planning &
Zoning Commission recommend denial of the application.
Troy Gambucci, the applicant, came forward to address the Council. Mr. Gambucci
requested that the Council pass the variance.
Rachel Anderson, representing her father who owns 349-21St Avenue North, came
forward to address the Council. Ms. Anderson opposed the variance commenting that it
would set precedence.
Philip Sims, 320-21St Avenue North, came forward noting that the neighbors signed a
petition objecting to the proposal.
Council Member Campbell asked about a 3500 square foot minimum lot size. Mr.
Lindahl explained that particular lot size provision was for duplexes.
Motion by Halverson. Second by Kuznia.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2018-069, denying the variance requests from Troy
Gambucci for the unaddressed parcel on 21st Avenue North with Property
Identification Number (PID) 23-117-22-14-0053.
Ayes: Kuznia, Halverson, Cummings, Gadd, Campbell.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VI1.4. 2018 2nd Quarter Financial Report
Finance Director Bishop gave an overview of the 2018 2nd Quarter Financial report. Mr.
Bishop gave an overview of the General Fund revenues and expenditures, Special
Revenue Fund revenues and expenditures, Enterprise Fund revenues and expenditures
and financial position. Mr. Bishop discussed the proposed $1.00 Franchise Fee
increase and proposed 2019 utility rate increase.
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Council Member Campbell asked about the overall Franchise Fee impact. Mr. Bishop
commented that the increase would not affect the tax levy and the intent of the
Franchise Fee increase is to pay for a portion of the City Hall project.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Hopkins Farmers' Market at 16-9th Ave. S. Saturdays through October, 7:30 a.m. to
Noon.
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 8:26 p.m.
OPEN AGENDA— PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
Randy Engel, 810 Valley Way, came forward to address the Council regarding the
purchase of 208 Wilshire Walk by Bethesda Lutheran Communities to be used as an
adult residential care facility. Mr. Engel commented that the project would be a
disruption to the neighborhood expressing concerns about corporate ownership, vehicle
access, facility deficiencies and safety.
City Attorney Riggs commented that the city is bound by the legislature and the facility
is a permitted single-family use. The city does have ordinances regarding nuisance and
upkeep issues.
John Sheehan, 216 Wilshire Walk, discussed concerns about monitoring of the state-
licensed facility and parking. Mayor Cummings commented that residents should
contact city staff regarding issues that the city can enforce. Mayor Cummings
commented that staff works hard to respond to resident concerns and issues.
John Anderson, 203 Wilshire Walk, discussed concerns of density. City Attorney Riggs
commented that there is currently no dispersion element and that residents should
discuss concerns with their State Legislators.
Joe Grannes, 408 Wilshire Walk, discussed concerns of parking, garbage cans and
additional traffic. Staff commented that issues should be reported to the city and that
city ordinances govern concerns.
Mayor Cummings commented that the Council takes resident concerns seriously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Debbie Vold
ATTEST:
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