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Home My WebLink About06-21-04 Hastings, Minnesota June 21, 2004 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday June 21, 2004 at 7:00 p.m., in the City Hall Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings, Minnesota. Members Present: Mayor Mike Werner, City Councilmembers Hicks, Moratzka, Riveness, Schultz, and Yandrasits Members Absent: Councilmember Hazlet Staff Members Present: City Administrator David Osberg; Administrative Assistant/City Clerk Melanie Mesko Lee; City Attorney Shawn Moynihan; Planning Director John Hinzman; Public Works Director Tom Montgomery; Fire Chief Mark Holmes Assistant Finance Director Char Stark Approval of Minutes Mayor Werner asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the regular meeting of June 7, 2004. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as presented. Council Items to be Considered Staff requested that an item be added to Bills to be Paid. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Schultz to amend the agenda as requested. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Consent Agenda Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Riveness, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. 1. Pay Bills As Audited 2. Budget Adjustments 3. City Hall Storm Gutter Painting Proposal 4. Grand Excursion Balloon Launch Agreement 5. Approve Joining LMCIT Municipal Pool for Long Term Disability Coverage 6. 2004/2005 Liquor License Renewals 7. Authorization to Solicit Quotes for Hockey Rink at Pioneer Park 8. Approve 2004 Seal coat Program 9. Approve Gambling Permit & 3.2 Liquor License for Hastings Fire Department Relief Association Booya (September 12, 2004) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 2004 Page 2 of 6 Presentation of 2003 Comprehensive Financial Statement and Audit Report Assistant Finance Director Char Start and Jennifer Tiennes of Kern, DeWenter, Viere, Ltd., the City's auditor, provided a brief presentation on the 2003 CAFR. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Council member Yandrasjts to accept the CAFR as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Award of Bid-Fire Truck Fire Chief Holmes recommended award of bid to Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. in the amount of $285,066. Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to award the bid as recommended. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Public Hearing-Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 18 of City Code Regarding Certain Property Maintenance Requirements Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:10p.m. City Administrator Osberg provided a brief background on the proposed restrictions regarding parking on private property. No on spoke for or against the proposed changes. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:12 pm. Second Reading-Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 18 of City Code Regarding Certain Property Maintenance Requirements Councilmember Yandrasits requested that a committee review regulations regarding the location of permitted parking on private property, citing concerns with appearance and water quality. Moved by Councilmember Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Yandrasits to approve the code amendment as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of ordinance on file. Public Hearing-Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 8 of City Code Regarding Parking Regulations in Municipal Parking Lots and City Streets Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. City Administrator Osberg provided a brief background on the proposed restrictions regarding parking on public property and municipal lots. No on spoke for or against the proposed changes. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:19 pm. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 2004 Page 3 of 6 Second Reading-Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 8 of City Code Regarding Parking Regulations in Municipal Parking Lots and City Streets Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the code amendment as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of ordinance on file. Public Hearing-2004 Public Works Fee Schedule Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. Public Works Director Montgomery requested approval of fees, which have not been updated since 1992. No on spoke for or against the proposed changes. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:24 pm. Resolution-Adopting 2004 Public Works Fee Schedule Moved by Council member Yandrasits, seconded by Council member Riveness to approve the resolution as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. Public Hearing-City Code Amendment #2004-20: Rezoning A to R-3: Vitt Property (13th & Tierney) Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. Planning Director Hinzman provided brief background on the rezoning request. He requested that formal action be delayed on the rezoning until the Planning Commission reviews the site plan and preliminary plat. A resident on 13th Street questioned the traffic impact on the neighborhood with this project. Hinzman stated that all roads would need to be constructed before building permits would be able to be pulled. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:28 pm. Public Hearing-City Code Amendment #2004-29: Adopt 6-Month Moratorium on Multiple Family Site Plan Approvals Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:30 p.m. Planning Director Hinzman stated that the moratorium affects residential developments of more than two units, with the Downtown Riverfront Redevelopment developer being exempt. The moratorium would last 6 months or until the Council rescinds it, whichever comes first. No on spoke for or against the proposed moratorium. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:34 pm. Second Reading-City Code Amendment #2004-29: Adopt 6-Month Moratorium on Multiple Family Site Plan Approvals Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 2004 Page 4 of 6 Councilmember Yandrasits stated opposition to the ordinance, stating that it is a negative message to non single family home development. Moved by Council member Moratzka, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to approve the moratorium ordinance as presented. 5 Ayes; Nays, one, Councilmember Yandrasits voting against. Copy of ordinance on file. Public Hearing-City Code Amendment #2004-30: Amend City Code Section 11.07: Park Dedication Requirements Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:34 p.m. Planning Director Hinzman stated that the ordinance amendment would reduce the park dedication requirements for two-family and three-family attached developments. The single family rate would remain the same. The changes are necessary to ensure park dedication rates represent a "fair and reasonable" value for land dedication as required by state statute. No one spoke for or against the proposed changes. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:354 pm. Second Reading-City Code Amendment #2004-30: Amend City Code Section 11.07: Park Dedication Requirements Councilmember Schultz expressed frustration at the proposed reduction and asked what the definition of "fair and reasonable" is. Planning Director Hinzman stated that "fair and reasonable" park dedication requirements are defined as 10-15% of unimproved land costs. The City's previous requirements were 20% or more, thus the suggested changed. Moved by Councilmember Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the ordinance amendment as presented. 5 Ayes; Nays, one, Councilmember Schultz voting against. Copy of ordinance on file. Public Hearing-Vacation of Right-of-Way #2004-27: Portion of 1st Street- American Legion Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:39 p.m. Planning Director Hinzman stated that American Legion is requesting the vacation of right-of-way to construct an 18-foot wide deck on the north side of their existing building. No one spoke for or against the proposed changes. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:41 pm. Resolution-Vacation of Right-of-Way #2004-27: Portion of 1st Street- American Legion Council member Yandrasits questioned what building materials would be used. The applicant stated that a stone retaining wall and patio will be fiber concrete, with a wrought iron decorate railing. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 2004 Page 5 of 6 Moved by Council member Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Schultz to approve the vacation as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. Resolution-Site Plan/SUP #2004-7: Construction of a Patio-American Legion (50 Sibley Street) Moved by Council member Yandrasits, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the special use permit/site plan as presented. 6 Ayes; Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. Authorize Reimbursement/Credit of Park Dedication Fees Planning Director Hinzman requested authorization for reimbursement or credit for park dedication fees paid under the former fee schedule. This would result in a reimbursement of $64,200 in fees already paid and a credit of $114,594 in fees required but not yet paid. Councilmember Schultz stated opposition to the credit. Councilmember Yandrasits stated opposition to the credit, noting that any savings to the builder/developer will not be passed on to the homeowner. Council member Moratzka stated that developers were notified of the proposed fee amendments and did not comment during the public hearing process. Councilmember Hicks stated that the Council has essentially acknowledged the fee adjustment and credit should be given to the developers. Council member Riveness stated that it is not the City's business to determine what the developer should do with any credit or refund. Moved by Council member Riveness, seconded by Mayor Werner to authorize reimbursement/credit of park dedication fees. Roll Call Vote was taken. 3 Ayes; Nays, three, Councilmembers Moratzka, Schultz, and Yandrasits voting against. Motion fails. Resolution-Final Plat #2003-56: South Oaks of Hastings 3rd Addition (Greg Jablonske) Planning Director stated that the applicant has requested removal of this item from the agenda. Consider South Frontage Road Annexation/Authorize Staff to Schedule Meeting with Neighboring Townships Staff authorized to contact neighboring townships to schedule a meeting to discuss growth boundary and timing for future annexations. Report from Downtown Riverfront Redevelopment Committee Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 2004 Page 6 of 6 Councitmember Moratzka stated that the committee met on June 14, 2004. An open house will be held on Monday, June 28, 2004 from 5:30 to 8:30 to discuss the project. The public is encouraged to attend and provide feedback. Adjournment Moved by Councilmember Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Schultz to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 p.m. 6 Ayes; Nays, None. ~ ATTEST ( jlJJ~lu~ City Clerk Mayor