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Home My WebLink About05-15-06 Hastings, Minnesota City Council Minutes May 15, 2006 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, May 1, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings, Minnesota. Members Present: Mayor Werner Councilmembers Alongi, Hicks, Moratzka, Riveness Members Absent: and Councilmember Hazlet and 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 Fire Chief Mark Holmes Police Chief Mike McMenomy Approval of Minutes: Mayor Werner asked if there were any corrections to the minutes of May 1, 2006. Hearing none, the minutes were approved as presented. Recognition-Retiring Firefighter Raymond J. Knoll, Jr. Firefighter Ray Knoll is retiring as a full-time firefighter on May 31,2006 after 28 years as a full-time firefighter. He will continue to serve in an on-call capacity. Mayor Werner and the City Council commended Rayon his years of service to the City and presented a plaque recognizing his tenure. Recognition-Retiring Streets Superintendent Cal Ruedy Streets Superintendent Cal Ruedy is retiring on May 31, 2006 after 35 years with the City. Mayor Werner and the City Council commended Cal on his dedication to the City and presented a plaque in recognition of his service. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Moratzka to rename the Public Works Building the Gal Ruedy Public Worl<s Building. 5 Ayes; Nays, none. Recognition-Lieutenants Joe Kegley and Jim Rgnonti Lieutenants Kegley and Rgnonti were awarded with the Distinguished Service Award by Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association in response to their action as part of the double homicide in October 2005. Mayor Werner and the City Council commended Joe and Jim on their award. City of Hastings City Council Minutes May 15, 2006 Page 2 of 4 Presentation-2006 Historic Preservation Awards Bert Goderstad, Chair of the HPC, and HPC members Kathy Sovik-Siemes, Chris Helle, and Amy Martin presented the annual awards for heritage preservation projects. The Gardner House, 221 2nd Street East (Dan Lynch) The property has been renovated and is now home to the Hastings Beauty School 719 3rd Street West (Nancy L H Moe) In recognition of the construction of a compatible addition to an historic building. 511 4th Street West (Daniel & Jill Casey) In recognition of how the restoration of siding lets the original character of a house show through. 121 6th Street East (Paul & Louise Kasel) In recognition of careful maintenance and respect for original design and materials 402 West 7th Street (Bill and Jacqueline Boler) In recognition of a classical revival style 119 8th Street East (Patti Blatz) In recognition to its contribution to the Old Hastings District Consent Agenda Councilmember Alongi requested that Item #5 be moved to under Administration for some corrections. Moved by Council member Riveness, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. 1. Pay Bills as Audited 2. 2006 Operating Budget Transfers 3. First Quarter 2006 Financial Report 4. Resolution-Accept Donation from Greater Twin Cities United Way 5. Resolution-Congratulating the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings on their 150th Anniversary-moved to under Administration 6. Resolution-Accept Donation from Miesville Lions Club 7. Resolution-Approving Temporary Liquor License for DuGarel's for July 14 and 15, 2006 8. Resolution-Approving Temporary Liquor License for American Legion Club Post 47 for July 14, 15, and 16, 2006 9. Resolution-Approve Renewal of West S1. Paul Commercial Club (Coliseum Sports Bar & Grill) Gambling License 10. Approve Development Agreement for Featherstone Oaks 11. Remove Probationary Status/Issue Home Occupation License #2005-2G-Doffing Tax Service (118 Farm Street) 12. Remove Probationary Status/Issue Home Occupation License #2005-21-Skips Sprinklers (1261 Southview Drive) 13. Approve Use of City Hall for Summer Concert Series 14. Authorize City Attorney to Record Restrictive Covenant on Pine Street Dump Property as part of Response Action Plan for Closure of the Site City of Hastings City Council Minutes May 15, 2006 Page 3 of 4 15. Authorize Purchase of Bobcat Tool Cat Utility Vehicle for Parks & Recreation Department 16. Approve Purchase and Installation of South Pines Park Playground Equipment 17. Approve Entering into Service Agreement for Informational Kiosk at Mississippi Boat Landing 18. Final Pay Estimate-Replacement of HFAC Coping Stones: Kinematics, Ltd ($51,925.00) 19. Award Bid for 2006 Trail Pavement Rehabilitation-ACI Asphalt Contractors ($66,286.00) and for South Pines Park-ACI Asphalt Contractors ($12,260.00) 20. Approve Agreement with Hastings Hockey Boosters for Dry Floor Practice Area 21. Approve Entering into Service Agreement with Element and Community Season for On- Line Registration Software 5 Ayes, Nays, None. Gopy of resolutions on file. Public Hearing-Qrdinance Amendment Relating to Sale of 3.2 Beer during Rivertown Days Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. Gity Administrator Osberg stated that the ordinance amendment would allow for a beer tent during Rivertown Days, and allow the consumption of beer in the park until 10:00 during Rivertown Days. A non-profit type organization will need to apply through both the Gity and the Chamber of Gommerce to operate. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. Second Reading/Ordinance Amendment Relating to Sale of 3.2 Beer during Rivertown Days Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Gouncilmember Moratzka to approve the ordinance amendment as presented. 5 Ayes; Nays, none. Gopy of ordinance on file. Public Hearing-Ordinance Amendment #2006-18: PI Sign Requirements Mayor Werner opened the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. Planning Director Hinzman stated that the Planning Commission voted to recommend denial at its April 1 0, 2006 meeting. The proposed change would allow for one monument sign per street frontage; similar to existing commercial district regulations. Hearing no further comment, Mayor Werner closed the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. Second Reading/Ordinance Amendment-#2006-18: PI Sign Requirements Moved by Gouncilmember Alongi, seconded by Gouncilmember Riveness to approve the second reading and ordinance amendment as presented. 5 Ayes; Nays, none. Gopy of ordinance on file. Fence Permit Appeal-713 36th Street Public Work Director Montgomery stated that Luke and Melinda Stefanski have requested permission to install a chain link fence around the full perimeter of their backyard. City staff has denied their request because the rear one third of the lot contains a drainage easement with storm sewer that also serves as an overflow ponding City of Hastings City Council Minutes May 15, 2006 Page 4 of4 basin during large rainfall events. This is in compliance with the Easement Fencing and Landscaping Policy that the City Council adopted in 2005. There was significant discussion with the homeowners and among the Gouncil about whether the request should be approved. Rich Myklebust, 1336 Eagle Bluff Drive, supported the fence permit and stated that he felt property owners should be able to fence in easements. Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to deny the Stefanski's appeal for a fence permit. 4 Ayes; Nays, one. Councilmember Riveness voting against. Approve Funding for Vermillion River Sedimentation/Flood Capacity Study Public Works Director Montgomery stated that the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board will be considering funding projects in 2006. The City had previously requested a feasibility study on the impact of the sedimentation of the Vermillion River from the Falls to a point approximately 7,000 feet upstream. The VRMJPB will fund half of the $50,000 cost of the study. Moved by Gouncilmember Hicks, seconded by Gouncilmember Alongi to defer this project and direct staff to include the request as part of the 2007 budget process. 5 Ayes, Nays, none. Resolution-Congratulating the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings on their 150th Anniversary Council member Alongi made some corrections to the dates in the resolution. Moved by Councilmember Alongi, seconded by Councilmember Hicks to approve the resolution as amended. 5 Ayes, Nays, none. Copy of resolution on file. Comments from the Audience Frank Allum, 360 Hays Drive and president of Century South Condominium Association objected to the recent regulations on lawn irrigation systems and the increase in water fees. Staff will work with Mr. Allum to address his concerns. Adjournment Moved by Councilmember Hicks, seconded by Councilmember Alongi to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. 5 Ayes, Nays, None. \_/ tW(UA-A'~~p Melanie Mesko Lee City Clerk Michael D. Werner Mayor