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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-18-09Hastings, Minnesota City Council May 18, 2009 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, May 18, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4'~ Street, Hastings, Minnesota. Members Present: Mayor Hicks, City Councilmembers Alongi, Hollenbeck, Slavik, Balsanek, Nelson Members Absent: Councihnember Elling Schultz Staff Present: City Administrator Dave Osberg City Attorney Dan Fluegel Assistant City Administrator Melanie Mesko Lee Public Works Director Tom Montgomery City Engineer Nick Egger Planning Director John Hinzman Associate Planner Justin Fortney Approval of Minutes Mayor Hicks asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the special or regulaz meeting on Monday, April 20, 2009. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as presented. Consent Agenda Moved by Councihnember Slavik, seconded by Councihnember Alongi to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 6 ayes; Nays, None. i. Pay Bills as Audited 2. Accept Quote for 2009 Crack Seal Program. 3. Resolution-Accept Quote for 2009 Cul-de-sac Slurry Seal Program. 4. Accept Proposal for East Hastings Lift Station Replacement Design and Inspection Consultant Services s. Pazk Sours Vaziance Request 6. Resolution-Accept Donation of Five U.S. Flags by the Hastings VFW 7. Resolution-Accept Donation of $5,000 by Smead Manufacturing 8. Resolution-Approve Off-Sale Liquor License Ownership Transfer for Vermillion Bottle Shop (2103 Vermillion Street) 9. Accept Resignation of Pazkkeeper Tom O'Brien 10. Approve Joint Powers Agreement High Speed Passenger Rail i i. Declare Excess Property: Facilities Management Department 12. Declare Excess Property: Police Department Bikes 13. Resolution-Fireworks License: TNT Fireworks (Tazget, 875 General Sieben Drive) 14. Resolution-Fireworks License: TNT Fireworks (Wal-Mart Store, 1752 North Frontage Road) is. Resolution- Fireworks License: TNT Fireworks (Coborn's Superstore, 225 33`d Street) 16. Resolution-Approve Full On-Sale Liquor License: Hastings Country Club (2015 Westview Drive) 17. Update on Veterans Pazk Athletic Complex Baseball Facility and Fundraising Project i8. Waive Permit Fees: Portable Sign Permit -East Hastings Association City of Hastings May 18, 2009 City Council Minutes Page 2 Of 3 Continue Public Hearing-2009 Street and Utility Improvement Program Egger introduced the project scope and design modifications since the last public hearing in April. Mayor Hicks opened the public hearing at 7:15. Hearing no comments from the public, Mayor Hicks closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Resolution-Order Improvement, Approve Plans, and Authorize Advertisement for Bid: Project 2009-1-Industrial Park Area Improvements Councihnember Slavik stated that the Operations Committee had met a number of times and that the modified project is a good one at a good price. There were some questions on the lighting style; Egger stated that the new lighting will be consistent with the existing lighting. There will be some changes to the type of lighting used. The additional signage proposed will be paid for as part of the project; future replacement costs will be borne by the business/property owner. Staff and business owners were thanked for their work on coming to a workable compromise Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the project as proposed at a cost of $47/front foot with curb and gutter included. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. • Project 2009-2-Three Rivers Ponding Basin Water Quality Diversion Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councihnember Hollenbeck to approve the project as presented 6 Ayes; Nays, none. • Project 2009-4-Fire Department Driveway Regrading Moved by Councihnember Hollenbeck, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to approve the project as presented 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Councihnember Slavik left the meeting at 7:28 p.m. Resolution-Restrict Parking in Industrial Park on Spiral Boulevard, Industrial Court, and Millard Avenue Egger introduced the item and stated that property owners had been informed of this proposal during the public notification mailing and during project discussion. There was discussion about impact of parking restrictions on Vets Park activities and parking restrictions on one side of the street vs. both sides. Moved by Councihnember Balsanek, seconded by Councihnember Nelson to approve the parking restrictions as presented. Moved by Councihnember Alongi to amend the motion to approve parking restrictions on Industrial Court and Millard Avenue from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday and to allow parking on the north side of Spiral Boulevard Presentation of 2009 Historic Preservation Awards by HPC Associate Planner Fortney and HPC member Amy Martin introduced the properties and property owners. • 215 9~' Street West (Sara Sigtermans & Victor Wittgenstein III) City of Hastings May 18, 2009 City Council Minutes Page 2 Of 3 • 300 10`~ Street West (Robert and Susan Cruse) • 307 6~` Street East (John Harrington & Nancy Waite) • 309 7~'' Street West (Michael & Amy Van Zee) • 600 River Street (Thomas Milburn & Tammy Jacobson) The Council thanked the property owners for their commitment to their properties, neighborhood and the community. Recognition-HPC Commissioners • Mel Behnke • David L. Warg • Bonnie St. James • Julie Hicks The Council thanked the commissioners for their time, dedication and leadership in being involved in the HPC. Resolution-OHDS Review #2009-11: New Garage at 316 4`~ Street West Hinzman introduced the item. There was discussion on other accessory buildings on the site and the pitch of the roof. Councilmember returned to the meeting at 7:55 p.m. Moved by Councilnember Balsanek, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the resolution as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Schedule Special City Council Workshops on Highway 61 Bridge Project for June 1 and June 15, 2009 Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Hollenbeck to schedule the meetings as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Announcements • Councilmember Hollenbeck provided an update on a recent HiPP meeting. • Mayor Hicks stated that a bonding bill has been signed which allocates funds for high speed rail project and parking lot improvements as part of the Red Rock Corridor project. • MnDot will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, May 20 to discuss the Environmental Assessment process of the Highway 61 bridge project. Presentations will be at 4:00, 5:00, and 6:00 • A program will be held at 10:00 on Memorial Day at Roadside Park. Adjournment Moved by Councilnember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. G~ ~. Paul J. Hicks Melanie Mesko Lee Mayor City Clerk