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Hastings, Minnesota
City Council
February 16, 2010
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101
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East 4 Street, Hastings, Minnesota.
Members Present:
Mayor Hicks, City Councilmembers Alongi, Balsanek, Nelson and Slavik
Members Absent:
City Councilmembers Hollenbeck and Elling Schultz
Staff Present:
City Administrator Dave Osberg
City Attorney Dan Fluegel
Assistant City Administrator Melanie Mesko Lee
Community Development Director John Hinzman
Public Works Director Tom Montgomery
City Engineer Nick Egger
Engineering Supervisor Dave Chalmers
EDRA Director John Grossman
Presentation—Certificate of Appreciation: Planning Commissioner Tim McInnis
McInnis was thanked for his contributions to the City
Presentation—City Engineers Association of Minnesota 2010 Project of the Year to
Hastings Engineering Department
Public Works Director Montgomery stated that the award was for the North Vermillion
Street improvements. City Engineer Egger and Engineering Supervisor were present to accept
the award on behalf of the Engineering Department.
Proclamation—Declaring February 26, 2010 as John Grossman Day in the City of Hastings
Grossman was recognized and thanked for his 26 years with the City and presented with
an eagle on behalf of the City Council. February 26, 2010 has been proclaimed John Grossman
Day in the City.
Approval of Minutes
Mayor Hicks asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the regular
City Council meeting on February 1, 2010. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as
presented.
Consent Agenda
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to approve the
Consent Agenda as presented.
5 ayes; Nays, None.
1. Pay Bills as Audited
2. Nick Clare Memorial Run
3. Corrective Document—Former Flint Hills Property
4. Resolution—Supporting the 2010 Census
5. Nomination of reappointment of Dan Knak & Connie Blasing to Charter Commission
6. Approve Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Hastings Well Sealing Initiative
7. Pay Estimate #6—Industrial Park Area Improvements: Northwest Asphalt ($26,374.40)
8. Resolution—Final Payment for East Hastings Lift Station Improvements: Minger
Construction ($8,767.94)
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9. Approve Request to Assess Water Service Repair—1508 15 Street West
10. 2009 Budget Rollover
11. 2009 Preliminary Financial Report
12. Police Budget Adjustment
13. First Reading/Order Public Hearing—Ordinance Amendment #P2010-01: Flood Plain
Ordinance
14. First Reading/Order Public Hearing—Ordinance Amendment: Chapter 111.11 Regarding
On-Sale of Alcohol on Christmas Eve
15. Donation—Accept $100 Donation from Richard J. Larson to the Hastings Police
Department K-9 Program
16. 2009 Parks & Recreation Year End Report
17. Resolution—Approve Raffle for Hastings Family Service Raffle at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
on March 1, 2010
18. Resolution—Approve Massage Therapist License for Corey Birnstengel
19. Resolution—Approve Massage Therapist License for Nicole Biegel
20. Resolution—Accept $3,750.00 Donation from Smead Manufacturing to City Parks and
Recreation Department for Improvements at Veteran’s Athletic Complex
21. Approve Certificate of Completion— Arthur G. Miller: Miller Electric at 2911 Enterprise
Avenue
22. Designate Rivertown Days, July 15 – 18, 2010 as a Special Event for the City of Hastings
23. Approve Premise Permit for MLBA Children’s Fund for DuGarel’s , Inc., 3475 Vermillion
Street South
Hearing—Mississippi Belle Liquor License
Assistant City AdministratorMesko Lee introduced the item and provided background on
the apparent gap of required liquor liability insurance.
City Attorney Fluegel stated that the licensee has requested that he not participate due to
previous legal representation on an unrelated manner.
Bill Kopp, owner of the Mississippi Belle, discussed the alleged gap and billing issues
with the insurance company. Kopp stated that there was a gap of required insurance, yet disputed
the length of the gap.
There was discussion about ability to provide proof of insurance, the length of a gap of
required liability insurance, clarification questions on the billing situation.
Moved by Councilmember Slavik, seconded by Councilmember Nelson to issue a $400
civil penalty for failure to maintain liquor license insurance as required as part of a liquor license.
The payment must be received by March 1, 2010.
4 Ayes; Nays, one. Councilmember Balsanek voting against.
Announcements
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Councilmember Balsanek encouraged everyone to participate in the 2010 census.
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Councilmember Slavik noted that the DCC Executive Committee will next meet on
Thursday, February 18, 2010.
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Mayor Hicks recognized recent donations made to the City
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Administrative Committee will meet on Thursday, February 18 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall
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Operations Committee will meet on Friday, February 19 at 7:30 a.m. at Cal Ruedy Public
Works Building
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Public Safety Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 24 at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall
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Charter Commission will meet on Thursday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
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Park & Recreation Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 24 at 7:30 a.m. at City Hall
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Adjournment
Moved by Councilmember Nelson, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to adjourn the
meeting at 8:02 p.m.
5 Ayes; Nays, none.
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Paul J. Hicks Melanie Mesko Lee
Mayor City Clerk