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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-03-06 Hastings, Minnesota City Council Minutes April 3, 2006 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, April 3, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings, Minnesota. Members Present: Councilmembers Alongi, Hazlet, Hicks, Moratzka, Riveness and Mayor Werner Members Absent: Councilmember Schultz Staff Members Present: City Administrator David Osberg Assistant City Administrator Melanie Mesko Lee City Attorney Shawn Moynihan Planning Director John Hinzman Public Works Director Tom Montgomery Acting City Engineer Nick Egger Approval of Minutes: Mayor Werner asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the regular meeting of Monday, March 20, 2006. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as presented. Consent Agenda Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Hazlet to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 1 Pay Bills as Audited 2. Approve 2006 Building Handbook 3. Resolution-Approve Revised Fees for Basement Finishes and Remodels to Existing Homes 4.. First Reading/Order Public Hearing-Ordinance Amendment #2006-17- Driveway Width 5. First Reading/Order Public Hearing-Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance 6. Appoint Economic Development Commission Member-Rick Buechner 7. Resolution-Approve Consumption and Display Permit for Hastings KC Hall 8. Resolution-Approve Raffle Permit for Mississippi Longtails Chapter of Pheasants Forever at the Hastings Country Club on September 13, 2006. 9. Accept Quote/Authorize Purchase of Skid Loader and Attachments 10. Accept Bid/Authorize Purchase of Tractor, Plow and Pallet Forks 11. Budget Adjustment 12. Order Public Hearing-Closing 3rd Street Railroad Crossing 6 Ayes, Nays, None. Copy of resolutions on file. City of Hastings City Council Minutes April 3, 2006 Page 2 of 3 Public Hearing-Rezoning #2006-04: 214-21612th Street West Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:01 p.m. Planning Director Hinzman stated that the rezoning is proposed for two single family homes and the property owners would like the zoning to match the land use. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:02 p.m. Second Reading/Adopt Ordinance-Rezoning #2006-04: 214-216 12'h Street West Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to approve the ordinance amendment as presented. 6 Ayes, Nays, None. Copy of ordinance on file. Public Hearing-2006 3'd Street and Utility Improvement Program Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:02 p.m. Public Works Director Montgomery provided an overview of the proposed improvements, which will include street reconstruction, street width issues, water main construction, sanitary sewer replacement, sidewalks, and decorative street lights. Montgomery stated that the assessment cost of this project is high at $87.30/FF for most of the project. This is approximately $30.00/FF higher than recent improvement project assessment amounts. This is due in part to the very poor condition of the existing street. Montgomery stated that the Operations Committee recommended two assessment rates: $30.15/FF for the new streets with curb and gutter, assessing at half the standard rate because these streets are being reconstructed prematurely; and $87.30/FF fro the remainder of the project. The Operations Committee also strongly recommended providing low and moderate assessment abatement to assist qualifying households with their assessments. Montgomery also noted that a petition from homeowners requesting a 28 foot street width between Maple and River Streets; staff recommends that parking be prohibited on the south side if the street is at 28 feet. The petition also requests matching the existing 4.5 foot sidewalk between Maple and River Streets; staff recommends that the City's standard 5 foot sidewalk be constructed. Kathy Siemens, 615 West 3rd Street, stated a desire to preserve the existing street and sidewalk width. Diane Metcalf, 632 West 3'd Street, stated that she does not want the street narrowed more than its current width. Eugene Bacon, 923 West 3rd Street, expressed concern over the proposed assessment amount. Rick Ohman, 602 West 4th Street, expressed concern over still paying for recent 4th Street improvements. Joe Hannah, 510 West 3rd Street, stated support of the project being done, but concern with the cost. Rochelle Hood, 308 State Street, stated opposition to the proposed project and the proposed assessment cost. Jim Halter for Luella Harrington, 316 State Street, requested information about the assessment abatement program. Jeff Bauman, 401 West 3'd Street, stated opposition to being assessed for the project, stating that the street is in good shape. Jim Lehmann, 504 West 3rd Street, stated opposition to vehicles parking in front of his home. City of Hastings City Council Minutes April 3, 2006 Page 3 of 3 Adam Guthmiller, 215 West 3rd Street, stated that the sidewalks shouldn't be replaced; they are in good shape. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. Resolution-Ordering Improvement, Approving Plans and Authorizing Advertisement for Bid for 2006 Street and Utility Improvement Program There was significant discussion about the proposed assessment amount as well as street and sidewalk widths. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Hazlet to approve the resolution ordering the improvements and approving plans and specifications, with the assessment to be capped at $60.30/FF. Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to amend the original motion by adding that the sidewalks be rebuilt at 4 Y, feet where they currently exist. 6 Ayes, Nays, none. Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to amend the original motion by rebuilding 3rd Street between Pine and Maple Streets at its current width of 30 feet. 6 Ayes, Nays, none. Vote was taken on the original motion with two amendments. 6 Ayes, Nays, None. Copy of resolution on file. Resolution-Prohibiting Parking on the South Side of 3'd Street Between Forest Street and River Street Moved by Councilmember Hazlet, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the resolution as presented. 6 Ayes, Nays, None. Copy of resolution on file. Adjournment Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Riveness to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. 6 Ayes, Nays, None. ~ Michael D. Werner Mayor vtwJu,~-tL , Melanie Mesko Lee City Clerk