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Hastings, Minnesota
City Council Meeting Minutes
July 17, 2023
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, July 17, 2023 at
7:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings, Minnesota.
Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers Folch, Fox, Haus, Leifeld, and Pemble
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha
Assistant City Administrator Kelly Murtaugh
City Attorney Kori Land
Community Development Director John Hinzman
Approval of Minutes
Mayor Fasbender asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the City Council
workshop and regular meeting on June 26, 2023.
Minutes were approved as presented.
Consent Agenda
Councilmember Leifeld motioned to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by
Councilmember Haus.
6 Ayes, 0 Nays
1. Pay Bills as Audited
2. Resolution No. 07-01-23: Accept Donation from the Cyr Family to the Parks and Recreation
Department
3. Approve Funding for Additional Public Safety Equipment for the Hastings Police Department
4. Authorize Ambulance Purchase Agreement for the Hastings Fire Department
5. Resolution No. 07-02-23: Authorize Final Plat Extension – Heritage Ridge 4th Addition
6. Resolution No. 07-03-23: Extend Preliminary and Final Plat Approval – Siewert Apartments
7. Resolution No. 07-04-23: Extend Site Plan Approval – Tyler Street Landing
8. Approve Pay Estimate No. 2 for the 2023 Mill & Overlay – Park Construction ($424,054.82)
9. Approve Pay Estimate No. 2 for the 2023 Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements Project –
BCM Construction, Inc. ($663,034.95)
10. Water Service Repair Assessment Request – 557 Kendall Drive
Park Dedication Fees:
2nd Reading\Public Hearing: Amend City Code Chapter 154 – Subdivision Ordinance
2nd Reading\Public Hearing: Amend City Code Chapter 34 – Fee Schedule
Hinzman provided an overview of the request to consider actions amending Hastings City Code
pertaining to parkland dedication. The proposed amendment would change the methodology for the
calculation of physical land dedication, increase the fees for parkland dedication to reflect changes in market
value, and implements a specific fee for parkland dedication in the Fee Schedule of City Code. Hinzman
shared parkland dedication is required upon subdivision of property and indicated associated fees have not
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been amended since 2004. Hinzman provided rationale for what may be charged for park dedication and
provided fee scenarios based on current and proposed rates. Recommend moving forward on an incremental
basis to get to the goal fee of $3600 per unit. This is the second reading for both ordinances. This proposal
has been reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, and the Finance
Committee.
Public Hearing opened at: 7:08 p.m.
Public Hearing closed at: 7:08 p.m.
Council discussion on the plan to avoid long periods of time before review again. Hinzman indicated
the plan includes a provision to review every three years. Council expressed appreciation to staff for the work
that went into the recommendations before Council.
Councilmember Fox motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Pemble.
6 Ayes, 0 Nays.
Resolution No. 07-05-23: Minor Subdivision (1450 4th St W)
Hinzman provided an overview of the request. Shepard of the Valley Lutheran Church received
approval for rezoning of the Eastern half of their property from R-1 to R-2 in 2020. This was to facilitate sale
and development of the eastern half of the property. Hinzman shared that subdividing the parcel will allow the
perspective developer to purchase the property and subsequently seek land use approvals as the owner. The
Planning Commission reviewed and recommended approval of the request at their July 10, 2023 meeting.
No Council discussion.
Councilmember Folch motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Leifeld.
6 Ayes, 0 Nays.
Resolution No. 07-06-23: Preliminary and Final Plat – Ries Addition (Glendale Rd & Spiral Blvd)
Hinzman reviewed the request to adopt the resolution granting Preliminary and Final Plat approval of
Ries Addition, a two-lot rural subdivision located at the Northwest corner of Glendale Road and Spiral Blvd.
On June 26, 2023 the City Council approved the sale of a five-acre parcel to Mr. Ries subject to approval of
the plat. The Planning Commission reviewed and recommended approval of the request at their July 10, 2023
meeting with limited discussion. Some residents had questions related to stormwater drainage and future use.
Council discussion on the right-of-way related to Spiral Blvd. and drainage questions.
Councilmember Leifeld motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Fox.
6 Ayes, 0 Nays.
Announcements
• Councilmember Folch is chairing the Improving Service Delivery policy group through the League of
Minnesota Cities. Encouraged LMC to support PFAS mitigation efforts of cities. There is a memo
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available that summarizes the recent legislative changes. One change was about regulation of natural
plantings and they are seeking feedback to LMC regarding updates to the cannabis legislation that
was just passed that could be supported by LMC.
• Thank you to the Chamber of Commerce for putting on Rivertown Days this weekend. And thank you
to all their sponsors and volunteers. This is such a fun event, and really shows off our community.
And of special note: Machinery Hill will be on Sunday this year.
• Summer Rec Programs at Levee Park…
o Tuesday, July 25, Performance in the Park “ETC Theater – Madagascar JR” Sponsored by
SMEAD Manufacturing.
o Thursday, July 27, Music in the Park with “Belle Armour - Jazz.” Supported by the Ruth and
George Doffing Charitable Fund.
o Thursday, August 3, Music in the Park with “Tumblin Dice – Tribute to Rolling Stones.”
Supported by the Ruth and George Doffing Charitable Fund.
• The Rec + Art + Police will be at Vermillion Falls Park on Wed, July 26, featuring tape painting and
inflatable bungee run shootout. Recommended for elementary and middle schoolers. Supported by SC
Toys, Country Financial, Hastings Lions Club, Hastings Family Service, Community Ed, and
Hastings Prescott Arts Council.
• National Night Out is an annual community-building event. Please join us on Tuesday, August 1, at
Lions Park or in local neighborhood gatherings.
Meetings
• Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
• Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
• Planning Committee Meeting on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. – Cancelled
• Planning Commission Meeting on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• City Council Special Meeting on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• City Council Special Meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• City Council Workshop – PFAS on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
• City Council Regular Meeting on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
Councilmember Pemble motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:24 PM, seconded by Councilmember
Haus. Ayes 6; Nays 0.
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Kelly Murtaugh, City Clerk Mary D. Fasbender, Mayor