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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20250602 - CC Agenda RecapSign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy CITY OF HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA RECAP Monday, June 2, 2025 7:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 pm II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers Beck, Haus, Lawrence, Leifeld, Pemble, and Vihrachoff Members Absent: None Staff Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha Assistant City Administrator Kelly Murtaugh City Attorney Greta Bjerkness Community Development Director John Hinzman Public Works Director Ryan Stempski New Employee Introductions: Natalie Sorenson Amelia Thibault Charlie Toegel Employee Promotions: Alex Kieffer Josh Sirinek Proclamation: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of the City Council regular meeting on May 19, 2025. Minutes were approved as presented. VI. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE VII. COUNCIL ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED VIII. CONSENT AGENDA The items on the Consent Agenda are items of routine nature or no perceived controversy to be acted upon by the City Council in a single motion. There will be no discussion on these items unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event the items will be removed from the Consent Agenda to the appropriate Department for discussion. Leifeld, Haus to approve as presented. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays 1. Pay Bills as Audited 2. Resolution No. 06-01-25: Accept Donation from SC Toys to the Parks and Recreation Department 3. Resolution No. 06-02-25: Approve Special Event Designation and Temporary Liquor License for Rivertown Days 4. Resolution No. 06-03-25: Approve Special Event Designation and Temporary Liquor License for Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy the Rotary Festival 5. Authorize Signature: Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Chippewa Valley Technical College 6. Approve Pay Estimate No. 1 for the Industrial Park Water Tower Reconditioning – Tanksco, Inc. ($218,011.50) 7. Authorize Signature: Digital Services Agreement and Budget Amendment IX. AWARDING OF CONTRACTS AND PUBLIC HEARING These are formal proceedings that give the public the opportunity to express their concern, ask questions, provide additional information, or support on a particular matter. Once the public hearing is closed, no further testimony is typically allowed and the Council will deliberate amongst itself and with staff and/or applicant on potential action by the Council. 1. Resolution No. 06-04-25: Issuance and Sale of GO Charter Bonds, Series 2025A Jessica Green, Northland Securities, presented the results of the bond issue earlier in the day. The bonds are being issued for infrastructure improvements for the 2025 Neighborhood Project. The City’s rating was affirmed at AA+, citing a stable financial profile, robust reserve position, and continued growth. There were 7 bids received and was a very busy issue week for municipal bonds. The final rate was 3.43% (original estimate of 4.02%). Went in with a finance plan of $4.5M but settled at $4.14M. The bonds were bid with premium and was used to reduce the principle. All of this contributes to lower debt service for the city. Service payments will be due 2026 – 2036 with the amounts depending on debt structure and interest amount pending the sale. A portion of the bonds would be repaid through special assessments on benefitting properties. Council discussion on clarifying the interest in bidding on the City’s bond. Leifeld, Lawrence to approve as presented. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. X. REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF These items are intended primarily for Council discussion and action. It is up to the discretion of the Mayor as to what, if any, public comment will be heard on these agenda items. A. Public Works 1. Resolution No. 06-05-25: Approving Plans and Specifications for Well #7 Raw Water Line Stempski provided an overview of the request to approve plans and specifications for Well #7 Raw Water Line and authorizing advertisement for bids. Stempski indicated the bid package is only for the raw watermain project and does not include the Central Water Treatment Plant. Stempski shared the project includes open cut construction along Forest Street and 7th Street, and horizontal directional drilling will be used to install the watermain up to the Central Water Treatment plant (1290 North Frontage Road). Stempski reviewed the project timeline with substantial completion by November 2025. Stempski summarized Council committee discussion and public feedback along with ongoing communication with affected residents and businesses. Council discussion on the age of the pavement that will be disturbed in this project. Stempski indicated that there will be no assessments to residents or businesses for the mill and overlay to repair the streets following the project. Council discussion on how the project will be staged for access by residents and businesses. Leifeld, Pemble to approve as presented. Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. B. Parks and Recreation C. Community Development D. Public Safety E. Administration 1. PFAS Update Wietecha offered a list of highlights since the last update: • Submitted East Metro 3M Settlement application ($14M) for portion of central Water Treatment Plant attributable to Well #5. • Submitted Public Facilities Authority loan application ($8.4M) for City’s portion of central WTP. • Submitted update to Intended Use Plan applications for eastern and western WTPs to match construction schedule, including Emerging Contaminants Grant application for western WTP. • Continue seeking financial assistance: At time of writing (5/29/25), state bonding bill still in consideration. Updating Intended Use Plan applications on all three WTPs, including applying for Emerging Contaminants grant for western WTP. • Central WTP watermain from Well #7 is on schedule to bid in mid-June with construction beginning in July/August. • Environmental Protection Agency announced intent to extend compliance deadline by two years. Council expressed appreciation for keeping everyone updated on the progress. 2. 2026 State Bonding Request a. Resolution No. 06-07-25: Eastern Water Treatment Plant b. Resolution No. 06-08-25: Western Water Treatment Plant Wietecha provided an overview of the request to approve a resolution for application for State bonding request for both the Eastern and Western Water Treatment Plants for PFAS and Nitrates removal. Wietecha reviewed committee discussion, and the amount requested through state bonding. Wietecha indicated we have applications for Congressionally Directed Spending and Emerging Contaminants Grant pending toward this project and that we will also continue to seek connection for East Metro 3M Settlement eligibility. Council discussion on understanding the state’s project priority list, where the Eastern WTP currently sits at the #2 spot. Wietecha indicated that the list identifies projects that qualify for the low interest loan program to assist in financing these projects. He indicated that the Central WTP is tied at #13. Leifeld, Haus to approve as presented. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS XII. NEW BUSINESS XIII. REPORTS FROM CITY COMMITTEES, OFFICERS, COUNCILMEMBERS Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy Announcements • On Tuesday, June 3, join us for the Summer Kick-Off to our 2025 Levee Park Events – live Reggae music, food trucks, inflatables, foam party, crazy hair, caricature artists, airbrush tattoos, henna artist, face painting, and more. All ages are welcome to attend this free event. Please watch the City website and social media for weather updates. • Summer Rec Programs at Levee Park… o Thursday, June 5, Music & Market with “ABBAsolutely Fabulous – Tribute to ABBA.” Supported by the Ruth and George Doffing Charitable Fund. o Thursday, June 12, Music & Market with “Coyote Wild – Country and Rock.” Supported by the Ruth and George Doffing Charitable Fund. o Friday, June 13, Movies in the Park with “Moana.” Sponsored by Ardent Mills. Please bring a non-perishable food donation. o Wednesday, June 18, Storytime in the Park. The theme is “Garden.” A partnership with Pleasant Hill Library. o Saturday, June 21, Make Music Day with a variety of live music, food trucks, music trivia, and gift card giveaways. • The City’s Parks & Recreation and Police Departments are partnering with Hastings Prescott Arts Council to serve up fun for youth in Hastings. The Rec + Art + Police program will offer free activities, treats, and giveaways this summer. The first event is Wednesday, June 11, from 1 to 2 pm at Levee Park with intro to breakdancing and crazy hair portraits. Supported by SC Toys, Country Financial, Hastings Lions Club, Hastings Family Service, and Community Ed. • Music & Market will be in part of the Music in the Park every Thursday, starting June 5. Support area makers and artisans within our historic downtown and riverfront park by shopping at the markets. • Hastings Pride Festival will be held at Levee Park on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Meetings Mon, June 9 7:00 pm Administration Committee Meeting Planning Commission Meeting Wed, June 11 6:00 pm Arts & Culture Commission Meeting Thurs, June 12 6:00 pm HEDRA Meeting Mon, June 16 7:00 pm City Council – Regular Meeting XIV. ADJOURNMENT Pemble, Haus to adjourn 7:53 p.m. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Next Regular City Council Meeting: Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.