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CITYCOUNCILAGENDA
Monday, May20, 2019 7:00p.m.
I. CALLTOORDER
II. PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE
III. ROLLCALL
IV. DETERMINATIONOFQUORUM
CertificateofAppreciation: PlanningCommissionerJeffDeaver
Proclamation: DeclaringMay19throughMay25, 2019NationalPublicWorks
Week
Proclamation: DeclaringMay19throughMay25, 2019EmergencyMedical
ServicesWeek
HistoricPreservationAwards
BeyondtheYellowRibbon
V. APPROVALOFMINUTES
ApproveMinutesoftheRegularCityCouncilmeetingonMay6, 2019andworkshopson
May6, 2019, May9, 2019andMay13, 2019
VI. COMMENTSFROMTHEAUDIENCE
CommentsfromtheaudiencemayincluderemarksaboutitemslistedontheConsentAgenda.
VII. COUNCILITEMSTOBECONSIDERED
VIII. CONSENTAGENDA
TheitemsontheConsentAgendaareitemsofroutinenatureornoperceivedcontroversytobe
acteduponbytheCityCouncilinasinglemotion. Therewillbenodiscussionontheseitems
unlessaCouncilmembersorequests, inwhicheventtheitemswillberemovedfromtheConsent
AgendatotheappropriateDepartmentfordiscussion.
1. PayBillsasAudited rd2. OrderPublicHearing: VacationofAdamsStreetsouthof3 Street (StierandHelget)
3. AppointPlanningCommissioner – GinoMessina
4. ApprovetheuseofMemorialDonations – FireDepartment
5. ApproveSpecialEventRequestandaResolutionforaTemporaryLiquorLicensefor
AmericanCancerSociety-RelayforLife
6. ApproveContractforElectricalInspector
7. Resolution: ApproveaMassageTherapyLicenseforAlanaDalmas
8. ApproveSaleofSurplusProperty
9. UtilityDisconnectionAgreement (SanitarySewerService) - 119W2ndStreet
ParkingRamp)
IX. AWARDINGOFCONTRACTSANDPUBLICHEARING
Theseareformalproceedingsthatgivethepublictheopportunitytoexpresstheirconcern, ask
questions, provideadditionalinformation, orsupportonaparticularmatter. Oncethepublic
hearingisclosed, nofurthertestimonyistypicallyallowedandtheCouncilwilldeliberate
amongstitselfandwithstaffand/orapplicantonpotentialactionbytheCouncil.
1. PublicHearing: AmendCityCodetoAllowChickensinResidentialAreas
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2. PublicHearing: RezonePropertyfromC-3toC-2 – DealswithWheels (2128
VermillionStreet)
3. PublicHearing: VacationofROW – ToddField
X. REPORTSFROMCITYSTAFF
TheseitemsareintendedprimarilyforCouncildiscussionandaction. Itisuptothediscretionof
theMayorastowhat, ifany, publiccommentwillbeheardontheseagendaitems.
A. PublicWorks
1. Resolution: AwardContractforthe2019SanitarySewerLiningProgram
2. Resolution: AwardContactforthe2019Mill & OverlayProgram
B. CommunityDevelopment
1. 2ndReading\\AdoptOrdinance: AmendCityCodetoAllowChickensinResidential
Areas
2. 2ndReading\\AdoptOrdinance: RezonePropertyfromC-3toC-2 – DealswithWheels
2128VermillionStreet)
3. Resolution: SitePlanandSpecialUsePermitApproval – DealswithWheels (2128
VermillionStreet)
4. Resolution: VacationofROW – ToddField
5. AgreementforAlleyCostSplit
6. AuthorizeSubmittalof2040ComprehensivePlantoMetropolitanCouncil
C. Administration
XI. UNFINISHEDBUSINESS
XII. NEWBUSINESS
XIII. REPORTSFROMCITYCOMMITTEES, OFFICERS, COUNCILMEMBERS
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
NextRegularCityCouncilMeeting: Monday, June3, 20197:00p.m.
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Hastings, Minnesota
City Council Minutes
May 6, 2019
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, May 6,
2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings,
Minnesota.
Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers Balsanek, Braucks, Folch, Leifeld and Vaughan.
Absent: Councilmember Folch.
Staff Present: Interim City Administrator Julie Flaten
City Attorney Dan Fluegel
Community Development Director John Hinzman
Proclamation: Declaring May 17th as Sons of Norway Day
Terry Flowers addressed the Council and provided history of the Hastings lodge.
Approval of Minutes
Mayor Fasbender asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the Regular
City Council Meeting on April 15, 2019.
Minutes were approved as presented.
Comments from the Audience
Matt Beigich, 718 14th Street West, expressed his frustrations that Tennis Sanitation’s compost
site no longer allows the use and reuse of plastic bags. Staff were directed to follow-up.
Consent Agenda
1. Pay Bills as Audited
2. Approval of the 2019-2020 Teamsters Local #320 Sergeants Unit Collective Bargaining
Agreement
3. Approval of the 2019-2020 Teamsters Local #320 Fire Captain’s Unit Collective Bargaining
Agreement
4. Resolution No. 05-01-19: Approve the On-Sale, Sunday and 2AM Liquor licenses for
Hastings Social, LLC. DBA Hastings Tavern, 113 3rd Street East
5. Resolution No. 05-02-19: Approve the Off-Sale Liquor and Tobacco Licenses for Nirvana,
LLC DBA MZM Liquors, 1250 Frontage Road South
6. Resolution No. 05-03-19: Approve a Massage Therapy License for Sharon Pollock
7. Resolution No. 05-04-19: Acceptance of Donation to the Parks and Recreation Department
from Catholic United Financial
8. Order Public Hearing: Vacation of ROW – Todd Field
9. 1st Reading\Order Public Hearing: Rezone Property from C-3 to C-2 – Deals with Wheels
(2128 Vermillion Street)
10. 1st Reading\Order Public Hearing: Amend City Code to Allow Chickens in Residential Areas
11. Appointment of Al Saunders to the Public Safety Advisory Commission
12. Approve Sale of Surplus Property
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13. Declare 2019 Rivertown Days as a Special Event, Approve a 3 Day Temporary Liquor
License and Approve Agreement
Per Councilmember Vaughan’s request, Item 10 was removed and placed under the
Administrative Report as Item 1.
Councilmember Balsanek motioned to approve as amended, seconded by Councilmember
Leifeld. Ayes 6; Nays 0.
Resolution No. 05-05-19: Approval of Land Credit and Property Sale – Creek Rentals (2030 Spiral
Blvd)
Hinzman detailed the land credit sale and concept plan proposed by Creek Rentals, LLC for the
property located at 2030 Spiral Blvd. HEDRA recommended approval of the land credit and property sale
to Creek Rentals, LLC. Hinzman noted that the HEDRA commissioners did not support using the sale
proceeds to relocate the top soil from the site. If the top soil was to be sold by the City, it would need to
be declared excess property in a separate motion.
Council discussed the timeframe to move the top soil, an alternative plan if the top soil does not
sell, other available parcels which may be suitable for the proposed development, HEDRA discussion
recap and that the proposed project landscaping was above the minimum requirements.
Councilmember Lund motioned to approve as amended, seconded by Councilmember Vaughan.
Ayes 6; Nays 0.
Declare Excess Property – Topsoil – 2030 Spiral Blvd
Councilmember Lund motioned to approve as amended, seconded by Councilmember Leifeld.
Ayes 6; Nays 0.
1st Reading\Order Public Hearing: Amend City Code to Allow Chickens in Residential Areas
Councilmember Vaughan asked staff to provide additional information at the May 20th public
hearing; data on the number of calls/inquiries received about chickens, any available data from realtors
that not permitting of chickens was a barrier to selling property and if approval could be an administrative
process.
Council requested clarification on the enforcement process, possibly allowing individual
neighbors to provide input before the permit is issued, notification of neighbors, the possibility of the
Planning Commission holding another public hearing, how the 200 feet distance equates to number of
homes and the opinions of resident’s which spoke during the Planning Commission public hearing.
Councilmember Leifeld moved to approve with the additional requested data, seconded by
Councilmember Braucks. Ayes 6; Nays 0.
Mayor Fasbender and Councilmembers made the following announcements:
City Council and HEDRA Workshop on Thursday, May 9th at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
City Council Workshop on Monday, May 13th at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall to discuss the 2020 Budget.
Planning Commission will meet on Monday, May 13th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
Parks & Recreation Commission will meet on Tuesday, May 14th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
Hastings Police Department Open House for Police Week on Tuesday, May 14th at 5:00 p.m. at the
Police Station.
Utilities Committee of the City Council meeting on Monday, May 20th at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall to
discuss solar subscriptions.
Councilmember Leifeld mentioned event at St. John’s Cemetery in Vermillion on Saturday, May 11th
from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. to clean headstones of Veterans’ and their families.
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Councilmember Braucks provided an update on the City Administrator hiring process that
applications are now being accepted through the City’s recruiter, The Mercer Group.
Councilmember Balsanek will attend the DCC Board of Directors meeting on May 16th.
Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Councilmember Braucks, seconded by Councilmember
Vaughan. The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
____________________________ ______________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor Julie Flaten, City Clerk
Hastings, Minnesota
City Council Workshop
May 6, 2019
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a workshop on Monday, May 6,
2019 at 5:30 p.m. in the Volunteer Room at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings,
Minnesota.
Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers Balsanek, Braucks, Leifeld, Lund,
Folch, Vaughan
Staff Present: Interim City Administrator Julie Flaten
Finance Manager Melanie Lammers
Senior Accountant Ashley Parker
Mayor Fasbender called the workshop to order at 5:33 p.m.
Finance Director Lammers provided a presentation which outlined the budget process and
meetings council will hold until the final budget is adopted in December. Lammers also
provided historical data on market values, tax rates, levies, and LGA. A two-year budget process
was discussed as well as the 2020 base operating budget. The proposed utility rate increases and
enterprise fund balances were presented. Lammers handed out the 2019-2024 CIP/CEP
document.
Council discussed 2020 budget planning items to consider at its next workshop on Monday, May
13th. What items individual departments will bring forward to the Finance Committee in July
was also discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn by Councilmember Leifeld, seconded by Councilmember Vaughan at
6:50 p.m.
____________________________ ______________________________
Mary D. Fasbender, Mayor Julie Flaten, City Clerk
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Hastings, Minnesota
Joint City Council and Hastings Economic Development
and Redevelopment Authority (HEDRA) Meeting Minutes
May 9, 2019
The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota along with the Hastings Economic Development
and Redevelopment Authority (HEDRA) met in a workshop meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2019, at 6:00
p.m. in the Community Room at the Hastings City Hall, 101 East 4th Street, Hastings, Minnesota.
City Council Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers, Braucks, Folch, Leifeld, Lund,
and Vaughan.
Absent: Councilmember Balsanek.
HEDRA Members Present: Chair Sinclair, Commissioners Sullivan, Toppin, Fox, and Councilmember
Vaughan
Absent: Commissioner Peine and Councilmember Balsanek.
Staff Present: Community Development Director John Hinzman
City Attorney Dan Fluegel
Economic Development Coordinator Rusty Fifield
Finance Manager Melanie Lammers
Great River Landing – Update from Confluence Development
Community Development Director Hinzman introduced the item for discussion including a
history of the project, schedule, and financial implications. The Purchase and Development Agreement
requires substantial completion of the entire project by December 15, 2019; it does not appear likely that
Confluence will achieve substantial completion by that date. $1.6 million in existing grant funds for
development of the park and building environmental work must be spent by December 31, 2019.
Pat Regan and Mike Mattingly of Confluence Development provided details on project history
and current status. Since submittal of the building plans in November, 2018 plans have been revised to
reduce project cost to better align with available financing. Significant cost savings have been eliminated
while maintaining the uses identified in the project approvals. Regan submitted a preliminary
construction schedule showing the timeline for completion of the parking ramp, park development and
rehabilitation of the Hudson building under this schedule. The parking ramp is scheduled for completion
by June 7, 2019, work on grant related items including the park and building environmentals would begin
July 8, 2019. All building construction would be complete by November 20, 2020. Confluence believes
grant funded work will be completed to allow for full use of grant funds. They have hired Rob Barse as a
project manager to provide increased oversight in managing a tight construction schedule.
Council and HEDRA Commissioners discussed the implications of not completing work to allow
for full use of grant funding, the ability of Confluence to begin work prior to closing of a construction
loan, timing of the agreements versus starting the project, and future consideration of an amendment to
the Purchase and Development Agreement to extend the substantial completion date.
Strategic Plan for Economic Development
Economic Development Coordinator Rusty Fifield provided a summary of the draft Strategic Plan
for Economic Development including study and development strategies for housing issues, capitalizing
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on events and facilities, updating the web site, managing the action the plan for the Vermillion Street
Corridor, and solidifying internal economic development functions.
Councilmember Folch discussed a number of housing related issues including potential creation
of a housing task force, understanding local housing needs and attracting additional younger people to
Hastings.
Councilmember Leifeld agreed on the need to entice a greater number of younger families to
Hastings, and that many people view Hastings as being a great distance from other areas within the Twin
Cities.
Commissioner Sullivan asked what the consensus is on what we should market. We should focus
on what makes Hastings great and lure additional younger people with money.
Councilmember Braucks stated the City struggles with its identity; historic versus future minded.
What do we want to be in the future? There appears to be a need for senior housing. What one or two big
things could the City be involved in to make a difference.
Commissioner Toppin believes the City should re-examine the use of the remaining 50 acres of
the Hastings Industrial Park north of Spiral Boulevard; this could be good place for additional housing
with close proximity to Veterans Park. The City should be more proactive in redevelopment of the
former UBC site near downtown for additional housing.
Commissioner Fox expressed the need to bring in additional younger families with children.
Councilmember Leifeld stated the City needs to be more proactive in courting development.
Councilmember Lund supports further evaluation of housing to determine what segments are not
being constructed.
Mayor Fasbender stated events are an important; how do we get our story out to entice more
people to visit and move to Hastings.
Councilmember Lund stated a need to pick from a variety of actionable items.
No action taken on the draft. Fifield will recommend next steps for the City Council and HEDRA
in the future.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 p.m.
____________________________ ______________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor Julie Flaten, City Clerk
Hastings, Minnesota
CityCouncilWorkshop
May13, 2019
TheCityCounciloftheCityofHastings, MinnesotametinaworkshoponMonday, May13,
th2019at5:30p.m. intheVolunteerRoomattheHastingsCityHall, 101East4Street, Hastings,
Minnesota.
MembersPresent: MayorFasbender, Councilmembers Balsanek, Braucks, Leifeld, Lund,
Folch, Vaughan
StaffPresent: InterimCityAdministratorJulieFlaten
FinanceManagerMelanieLammers
SeniorAccountantAshleyParker
MayorFasbendercalledtheworkshoptoorderat5:33p.m.
CouncilmemberBraucksarrivedat5:45p.m.
InterimCityAdministratorandFinanceDirectorLammersprovidedapresentationwhich
highlightedseverallong-termitemsthatmaybeincludedinthe2020budget. Manyofthese
itemswereidentifiedbytheCityCouncilatitsstrategicplanningsessionsheldinFebruaryof
2019. Othersareon-goingfundingdecisionsandlong-rangeneedsforfacilities.
Councildiscussedneedsforseveraloftheitems, partnershipswithoutsideentitiesforfunding,
settingpriorities, Parkslong-rangneeds, andthebudgetprocessgoingforward.
Staffwasaskedtoworkoverthenextfewmonthstodevelopofbudgetproposalthatincludes
manyofthediscusseditems. AtthattimetheCouncilwillreviewandsetthepreliminarylevy.
ADJOURNMENT
MotiontoadjournbyCouncilmemberFolch, secondedbyCouncilmemberLeifeldat7:23
p.m.
MaryD. Fasbender, Mayor JulieFlaten, CityClerk
City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Nick Egger – Public Works Director
Date: May 15, 2019
Item: Proclamation – Declaring May 19-25, 2019 National Public Works Week in the City of Hastings
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
Council is requested to make the attached proclamation declaring the week of May 19-25, 2019 as National Public Works
Week in the City of Hastings.
BACKGROUND
Since 1960, the American Public Works Association (APWA) has sponsored National Public Works Week across North
America in effort to energize and educate the public on the importance of public works to their daily lives. APWA is proud
to announce “It Starts Here” as the theme for the 2019 National Public Works Week.
This theme represents the many facets of modern civilization that grow out of the efforts put forth by the public works
professionals across North America. What starts here? Infrastructure starts with public works... Growth and innovation
starts with public works... Mobility starts with public works... Security starts with public works... Healthy communities start
with public works... The bottom line is that citizens' quality of life starts with public works. This year’s exciting poster
embraces a game board concept that puts into perspective the many responsibilities public works professionals take on to
build, maintain, and support the infrastructure that helps our communities thrive. We invite those in public works as well
as the general public to celebrate these efforts and the indispensable influence they have on our everyday life. Whether it
is striving to complete important and transformational infrastructure projects, responding to water system emergencies,
fighting epic snowfall events, or preparing and recovering from spring flooding, there is no question that over the last year
that our high quality and professional staff have shown the community the important role that public works plays in
making our City vibrant and successful.
Although we have not evolved yet to include more events during NPWW, as we recognize NPWW we will once again focus
our social media and communications campaigns to highlight various public works services, people, and projects that have
all played and continue to play a part in making Hastings a great place to live, work, and visit. And, although it doesn’t fall
during NPWW, we’ll reprise our popular “Machinery Hill” exhibit at Rivertown Days, displaying several pieces of public
works and parks specialty maintenance equipment, and allowing our friendly staff to interact with event attendees as they
explain the function and role of these essential tools.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
All activities involve only staff time and will not result in additional costs.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
Council is requested to make the attached proclamation.
PROCLAMATION
NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK – MAY 19-25, 2019
WHEREAS, the year 2019 marks the 59th annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the American Public
Works Association; and
WHEREAS, Public Works services provided in our community to nearly 23,000 residents and hundreds of
businesses are an integral part of everyday life; and
WHEREAS, these services, facilities, and reliable infrastructure could not be provided without the efforts of
public works professionals; and
WHEREAS, these professionals are the equipment operators, technicians, support staff, engineers, and
managers responsible for rebuilding, improving, protecting, and maintaining our City’s water supply, sanitary sewers,
streets, bridges, stormwater treatment, and drainage infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, the twenty-one professionals who staff our Public Works Department show each day their dedication
to sustaining and improving the health, safety, well-being, and high quality of life of the people of Hastings; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders and children in the City of Hastings to gain
knowledge of and to maintain a progressive interest and understanding of the importance of public works and public
works services.
NOW, THERFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS DOES HEREBY PROCLAIM THE WEEK OF MAY 19-25,
2019 AS,
National Public Works Week
“It Starts Here”
in the City of Hastings, and we call upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint themselves with the issues involved
in providing our public works and to recognize the contributions which public works professionals make every day to our
health, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings this 20th day of May, 2019.
__________________ __________________
Mary D. Fasbender, Mayor Julie Flaten, City Clerk
(seal)
Proclamation
Declaring May 19-25, 2019 as Emergency Medical Services Week
A PROCLAMATION EXPRESSING GRATITUDE AND APPRECIATION TO
OUR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES STAFF
WHEREAS, Emergency Medical Services is a vital public service, and;
WHEREAS, The staff of the Hastings Fire and Ambulance Service are ready to provide
lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day/seven days a week, and;
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and
recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury, and;
WHEREAS, Emergency Medical Services has grown to fill a gap by providing
important, out of hospital care, and;
WHEREAS, Members of our Emergency Medical Services team are both full-time and
Paid-On-Call, and;
WHEREAS, in 2018, our Hastings Fire and Ambulance Service responded 3681 calls for
service, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Larry Erickson, has been our Medical Director for the Hastings
Ambulance Service for over 40 years and is the longest standing medical director for any one
service in Minnesota.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Hastings,
Minnesota we recognize our dedicated EMS staff and do hereby proclaim the week of May 19-
25, 2019 as Emergency Medical Services Week.
Adopted this 20th day of May, 2019.
_____________________________ ____________________________
Mary Fasbender Julie Flaten
Mayor City Clerk
City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: Justin Fortney, City Planner
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Annual Preservation Awards
City Council Action Requested: Join the HPC in congratulating the property owners who
will be presented with preservation award plaques.
Background Information: Each year the HPC looks throughout the city, nominates, and
votes for a number of good examples of properly maintained or restored properties.
The HPC has enjoyed presenting these awards with the City Council for the past 19
years. Many of the properties selected are not within any of the City’s historic districts
or individually designated.
This year there will be metal plaques awarded commemorating two properties as
Century Homes. These two homes selected happen to be the only existing homes
constructed in 1919, exactly 100 years ago this year. These exterior mounted metal
plaques will generally be made available to any homeowner for purchase ($100), whose
home is at least a century old.
An HPC Commissioner will ask the recipients to come to the podium for their plaques
and then walk below the dais to stand with the City Councilmembers and other award
winners for a photograph.
Recognized properties
First United Presbyterian Church - 602 Vermillion St
Rita Dahl - 205 7th St W
Michelle Thompson - 708 2nd St W
Antoni Grgurovic - 406 7th St E
William and Ann Sylvander - 200 6th St W
Century Homes
Ruth Mitchell - 713 2nd St W
Robert Krippner - 201 8th St W
Advisory Commission Discussion: The HPC selected these properties at its April
meeting.
Council Committee Discussion: None
Financial Impact: None
Attachments: None
ServiceOfficersReport-May2019
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MilitaryandVeteransAssistance
Assistance: Veteran & Spouse. KidneyTransplant. 60dollargiftcard, Applebees.
Claims:. Hearing, BurnPit,
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Referrals. CVSO, VAID
ThepointofcontactintheDakotaCountyVeteransServiceOfficeisKarly , 651-554-560lorMary, ifa
previousclient. SheisalsoavailableinHastingsonFridaysattheCityHall. Appointmentshouldbe
madeforanyinquiries.
BeyondtheYellowRibbon
Citizensofthecommunityandthecommunityveteranorganizationswereinvitedtoadirectional
meetingon24April, 8amatUnitedWayofHastings, Theobjectiveisgoodattendance, discussionand
Excellentoutcome. decisionmaking. Agendaisavailableforreview.
Minnesota: Promising/Best Practices, Activities Schedule, Financial, EmergencyAssistanceandCare
Initiativeandetc. Availableforreviewandcomments.
Financial: Thecurrentbalanceisinexcessof $2,157.57andnomoneyhasbeenusedfromthecity
coffers. Ifthereisany suggestionsfordisbursement, pleasesubmitanyactivity
May2019Hours: 240. Volunteers: 101 Money: $9750
YTD 1296 141 $23,718
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ColiseumSportsBar & Grill (May15-21) Belonging & Poppies.. Donationswillbecollectedandall
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SrElizabethAnnSetonCatholicChurch: (May22 – May28). Belonging & Poppies.. Donationswillbe
collectedandallproceedsprovidedtotheAuxiliary., with recommendeddonationtotheVeterans
HomeTheywillalsoprovidegiftcardstothehome.
thHastingsAutomotive (May22 – May23). Vietnam50 YearCommenuration
AmericanLegion. MemorialDayMay27-Jun4).
PoppyDistribution. VolunteeringwiththeAuxiliary, May17 & 18, noon .
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SupportsALLServicemembersofanybranch, ALLveteransofanyageoreraandmilitaryfamilies
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TBA MarchingDowntownBusinessAssociation DowntownBusinessAssociation
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Jan/Feb/May/Dec Recreation Bingo/HastingsVeteransHome VFWPostAuxiliary
Apr/Jun/Sept/Dec` VFWPost
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Mar29 , 2PM VietnamVeteransDay VeteransHome
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May15, 9AM HMSLiaisonVisit BTYR
May16, 6PM VFWMembershipDinner VFW
May17 - 18 “Buddy” PoppiesDistribution VSO
May19, noon MembershipLunch Eagles
May20, 7PM CityCouncilBriefing/LegionMeeting CityGoverment/Legion
May217PM MembershipMeeting Eagles
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May24-27 MemorialDay VSO
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May30, 11:30 HHSMilitarySupportGroupPizzaParty BTYR
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Jun 8, 9AM AmberAlertRide. RedBarn AmberAlert
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Jun13, 7PM BTYRCommunityMeeting, Legion BTYRHastings
Jun14 FlagPresentation, Historial Veterans Home
Jun15– Sept7, 5PM Downtown CruiseIn, Everytwoweeks BusinessAssociation
Jul7 RivertownDays ChamberofCommence/Community
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Connie Lang - Accountant
Date: 05/16/2019
Item: Disbursements
Council Action Requested:
Staff requests:
Council review of April 2019 Xcel payments.
Council review of weekly routine disbursements issued 05/14/2019.
Council approval of routine disbursements, capital purchases and employee reimbursements to be issued 05/21/2019.
Background Information:
Disbursements for routine items are made weekly. Disbursements for capital purchases and employee reimbursements
are made twice a month, subsequent to Council approval.
Financial Impact:
April Xcel Payments $ 59,395.05
Disbursement checks, EFT issued on 05/14/2019 $ 90,588.90
Disbursement checks, EFT, HEDRA to be issued on 05/21/2019 $ 426,080.31
Advisory Commission Discussion: N/A
Council Committee Discussion: N/A
Attachments: ● Council Reports
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XCEL AUTOMATIC PAYMENTS
Apr 2019 Payments
Xcel Acct #Amount Date Paid Account #
51-6960213-7 1,557.78 1-Apr 101-140-1403-6343
51-6960208-0 1,459.84 11-Apr 101-140-1404-6343
51-8110141-1 1,116.26 11-Apr 101-140-1407-6343
51-6960219-3 56.76 10-Apr 101-201-2016-6343
51-6960210-4 128.16 11-Apr 101-300-3100-6343
51-6960210-4 640.82 11-Apr 101-301-3200-6343
51-0011278454-9 81.26 11-Apr 101-302-3201-6343
51-0263715-0 578.94 11-Apr 101-302-3201-6343
51-6960218-2 13,450.36 18-Apr 101-302-3201-6343
51-6960215-9 1,842.72 8-Apr 200-401-4440-6343
51-0010048093-4 13.70 11-Apr 200-401-4440-6343
51-0011082067-5 161.43 11-Apr 200-401-4440-6343
51-6960220-6 809.79 10-Apr 200-401-4447-6343
51-6960214-8 864.04 10-Apr 213-210-2100-6343
51-7216831-9 374.15 11-Apr 220-450-4160-6343
51-6960216-0 9,039.39 1-Apr 600-300-3300-6343
51-6960210-4 512.65 11-Apr 600-300-3300-6343
51-6960216-0 2,824.46 1-Apr 600-300-3302-6343
51-6960217-1 2,727.53 8-Apr 601-300-3400-6343
51-6960211-5 10,194.75 18-Apr 615-401-4103-6343
51-6960212-6 10,960.26 4-Apr 620-300-3500-6343
59,395.05
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05-16-2019 09:37 AM 10-02 COUNCIL REPORT PAGE: 1
DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
CITY CLERK GENERAL FORUM COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY PLANNING COMMISSION VACANC 96.60
PHN 69.00
PHN 69.00
PHN 55.20_
TOTAL: 289.80
FACILITY MANAGEMENT GENERAL BEHNKE WOODWORKING CHAMBERS DAIS COUNTERTOP 5,191.00_
TOTAL: 5,191.00
I.T. GENERAL CENTURY LINK #612-E10-0514-020 911 88.68
SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP EATON 5P550 UPS-COUNCIL CA 343.00
EATON 5P550 UPS-COUNCIL CA 120.00
SOLARWINDS, INC. KIWI SYSLOG 106.00_
TOTAL: 657.68
POLICE GENERAL DAKOTA COMMUNICATIONS CENTER DCC FEE/2019 JUNE CAPITAL 23,030.50_
TOTAL: 23,030.50
SAFETY GENERAL W.W. GRAINGER, INC. SAFETY STEP LADDERS-PW,PKS 2,610.20
NINE EAGLES PROMOTIONS LUNCH BAG INCENTIVES-SCAVE 1,101.31_
TOTAL: 3,711.51
PUBLIC WORKS STREETS GENERAL ROAD EQUIPMENT PARTS CENTER LUBE ELEMENTS 27.88
PRECISE MOBILE RESOURCE MGMT. LLC DATA PLAN 203.88
HOMETOWN ACE HARDWARE FASTENERS, FILTERS 42.56
SPIN CITY LAUNDROMAT, LLC. LAUNDER RAGS 20.00
LAUNDER RAGS 20.00
ANDERSEN, EARL F. STREET NAME SIGNS 83.60
DO NOT ENTER SIGNS 51.00
BOYER FORD TRUCKS FILTER 62.44
ENVIRONMENTAL EQUIPMENT CONTROL CONSOLE 1,620.09
TERRYS HARDWARE, INC. VULKEM 35.94
SHOVEL 11.79
CONNECTORS 1.58
WASH, CHAIN LUBE SPRAY 14.98
PROPANE 33.98
CONCRETE MIX 22.14
WERNER IMPLEMENT CO INC BALL SOCKETS 18.50
ZARNOTH BRUSH WORKS, INC. GUTTER BROOMS 492.00_
TOTAL: 2,762.36
PARKS & RECREATION GENERAL HASTINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT #200 SR CENTER/TILDEN COST SHAR 2,500.00_
TOTAL: 2,500.00
NON-DEPARTMENTAL PARKS CITY OF HASTINGS CHANGE FOR VETS CONCESSION 100.00_
TOTAL: 100.00
PARKS & RECREATION PARKS CARPENTER NATURE CENTER/THOMAS & EDNA ANIMALS IN THE PARK PROGRA 250.00
INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS, LLC COPY PAPER, SIGN HOLDERS, 247.37
YMCA YOGA IN THE PARK 4 SESSION 160.00
NINE EAGLES PROMOTIONS FRISBEES-RECREATION PROGRA 1,047.25_
TOTAL: 1,704.62
NON-DEPARTMENTAL AQUATIC CENTER CITY OF HASTINGS HFAC START UP MONEY 600.00_
TOTAL: 600.00
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DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
FIRE FIRE & AMBULANCE DAKOTA COMMUNICATIONS CENTER DCC FEE/2019 JUNE CAPITAL 23,030.50
IMAGE TREND, INC. APPLICATION SERV. PROV. MO 675.00
PH 2 MONTHLY HOSTING FEE 257.50
ALEX AIR APPARATUS INC REPAIR FILL STATION 309.50
MAC MCGOON STUDIOS PHOTOGRAPH FF FOR HONOR WA 125.00
MN DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TITLE/REG.-2019 CHEV TAHOE 46.75_
TOTAL: 24,444.25
AMBULANCE FIRE & AMBULANCE BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC MEDICAL SUPPLIES 56.06
MEDICAL DISPOSAL SYSTEMS 32 GALLON CONTAINER HAZ WA 129.04
PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION-409 OXYGEN 192.93
OXYGEN 887.44
OXYGEN 136.64
OXYGEN 83.98_
TOTAL: 1,486.09
NON-DEPARTMENTAL WATER MISCELLANEOUS V WHITE, ANDREA 11-013000-02 11.27
KENNEDY, JARED 16-298000-02 77.37_
TOTAL: 88.64
PUBLIC WORKS WATER HAWKINS INC AZONE 1,979.50
HOMETOWN ACE HARDWARE CUTOFF WHEEL, BLADES, OUTL 29.86
CORE & MAIN LP METERS 2,990.50
IRRIGATION METERS 6,452.29
ELECTRO WATCHMAN, INC FIRE ALARM INSPECTIONS 251.11
GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC LOCATES - APRIL 325.35
TERRYS HARDWARE, INC. FREEZER BAGS, STORAGE BAGS 10.57
COFFEE FILTERS 5.49_
TOTAL: 12,044.67
PUBLIC WORKS STORM WATER UTILIT POLLARDWATER POLY LIFT LINE 147.14_
TOTAL: 147.14
PARKS & RECREATION ARENA MAJESKI PLUMBING & HEATING REPAIRS-FURNACE VENT SNOW 907.52
HUEBSCH LAUNDRY CO. ENTRY RUG SERVICE 49.11
R & R SPECIALTIES, INC. BLADE SHARPENING 65.00_
TOTAL: 1,021.63
PUBLIC WORKS HYDRO ELECTRIC PREMIUM WATERS, INC. WATER COOLER RENTAL 11.00
QUALITY FLOW SYSTEMS, INC. PUMP ONLY REPLACEMENT 8,253.00_
TOTAL: 8,264.00
INVALID DEPARTMENT INSURANCE FUND LEAGUE/MN CITIES INS TRST WC CLAIM 1,462.50
WC CLAIM 90.62
WC CLAIM 643.93
WC CLAIM 347.96_
TOTAL: 2,545.01
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DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
=============== FUND TOTALS ================
101 GENERAL 38,142.85
200 PARKS 1,804.62
201 AQUATIC CENTER 600.00
213 FIRE & AMBULANCE 25,930.34
600 WATER 12,133.31
603 STORM WATER UTILITY 147.14
615 ARENA 1,021.63
620 HYDRO ELECTRIC 8,264.00
705 INSURANCE FUND 2,545.01
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GRAND TOTAL: 90,588.90
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TOTAL PAGES: 3
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05-16-2019 09:31 AM 10-02 COUNCIL REPORT PAGE: 1
DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
NON-DEPARTMENTAL GENERAL SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 1,044.48
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 13.08
HASTINGS AREA CHAMBER/COM MARCH LODGING TAX 3,554.98_
TOTAL: 4,612.54
CITY CLERK GENERAL SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 10.59
JUNE 2019 LTD 44.29
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 19.65
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 4.59
ERICA HENDERSON MILEAGE, MEALS & CONF FEES 63.80
MILEAGE, MEALS & CONF FEES 46.00
ALLINA OCC MED PRE-EMPLOYMENT/POST ACCIDE 218.50_
TOTAL: 407.42
FINANCE GENERAL SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 62.61
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 44.21
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 32.75
AMERICAN ACCOUNTS & ADVISERS, INC. COLLECTION FEE 20.00
GRAPHIC DESIGN NOTARY STAMP-AMY CARLSON 23.75_
TOTAL: 183.32
LEGAL GENERAL FLUEGEL LAW FIRM, PA LEGAL FEES 12,662.00_
TOTAL: 12,662.00
FACILITY MANAGEMENT GENERAL SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 12.22
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 5.57_
TOTAL: 17.79
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GENERAL SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 18.26
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 6.55_
TOTAL: 24.81
I.T. GENERAL OFFICE OF MN.IT SERVICES WAN/USAGE APR-19 125.00
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 45.69
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 19.65
DAKOTA COUNTY FINANCIAL SERVICES DBB 2ND QUARTER 2019 3,932.00
MAY 2019 IT SERVER LEASE C 250.00
DELL DIRECT SALES L.P. DELL P2419H MONITORS-QTY 3 587.97_
TOTAL: 4,960.31
POLICE GENERAL INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS, LLC ENV., PK, TGN & PLSMA PK P 39.85
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 528.98
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 216.15
ENTERPRISE FM TRUST CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 301.51
CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 285.48
CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 276.80
CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 394.20
CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 371.51_
TOTAL: 2,414.48
BUILDING & INSPECTIONS GENERAL TENNIS SANITATION, L.L.C. SPRING CLEAN UP REFUSE REC 8,561.28
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 60.67
JUNE 2019 LTD 14.13
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 26.20
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 6.55
CRAIG SCHULTZ MILEAGE FOR CLASS 16.24
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DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
ENTERPRISE FM TRUST CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 334.83_
TOTAL: 9,019.90
PUBLIC WORKS GENERAL SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 58.88
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 20.31_
TOTAL: 79.19
PUBLIC WORKS STREETS GENERAL EXPRESS AUTO PARTS BELTS 61.34
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 61.14
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 30.46
H & L MESABI CURB RUNNER 325.75
CURB RUNNER 977.25
SCHUTT, MARK DRIVERS LICENSE-M SCHUTT 19.00
UNLIMITED SUPPLIES INC. HEX NUTS, WASHERS 14.66_
TOTAL: 1,489.60
PUBLIC WORKS STR. LIGH GENERAL DAKOTA ELECTRIC ASSN ELECTRICAL SERVICE 2,468.89_
TOTAL: 2,468.89
PARKS & RECREATION GENERAL CERTIFIED RECYCLING LLC MATTRESS & CARPET RECYCLIN 2,803.20
SHRED-IT USA MINNEAPOLIS SHREDDING-FOR SPRING CLEAN 1,710.00_
TOTAL: 4,513.20
NON-DEPARTMENTAL PARKS SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 163.50_
TOTAL: 163.50
PARKS & RECREATION PARKS CINTAS CORPORATION NO 2 FIRST AID SUPPLIES FOR JMF 132.43
REINDERS INC. FIELD CHALK, FERT & DELIVE 300.00
FIELD CHALK, FERT & DELIVE 735.80
SAFE-FAST, INC. GLOVES AND GLASSES 201.48
SCHLOMKA'S PORTABLE RESTROOMS & MOBILE APRIL RESTROOM AT DOG PARK 339.00
GMS INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES, INC. RESTOCK OF NUTS AND BOLTS 274.22
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 138.73
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 65.50
ENTERPRISE FM TRUST CITY DEPTMT VEHICLE LEASES 484.53
ARROW BUILDING CENTER 2X4 AND 2X8 14.46
TREATED 4X4 53.20
GERLACH OUTDOOR POWER EQUIP SPARK PLUG FOR WEED WHIP 28.56
AIR FILTERS FOR WEED WHIP 20.28
WEED WHIP REPAIRS 57.05
AIR FILTER FOR WEED WHIP 10.14
FUEL FILTER FOR FERRIS 22.98
NINE EAGLES PROMOTIONS JESSE - CLOTHS 228.00
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS TAPE FOR GARBAGE 53.57
TERRYS HARDWARE, INC. COUPLING FOR HAWKS BATHROO 22.49
TOILET REPAIR-HAWKS BATHRO 9.47
COUPLING, SHARK BITE-HAWKS 28.78
SHOP SUPPLIES 44.95
SWING CHAIN 109.99
CORD WHEEL 8.79
CLEANING SUPPLIES FOR VETS 60.93
FUEL STABILIZER 13.49
WEBBER RECREATIONAL DESIGN INC WHEELER, ZUZEK & GERLACH B 2,417.26
ZARNOTH BRUSH WORKS, INC. BRUSHES FOR DRAG 189.78_
TOTAL: 6,065.86
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DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
CABLE CABLE TV SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 4.54
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 1.97_
TOTAL: 6.51
CABLE CABLE ACCESS HASTINGS ACCESS CORP. MAY 16, 2019 TO AUG 15, 20 90,388.00_
TOTAL: 90,388.00
NON-DEPARTMENTAL HERITAGE PRESERVAT SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 8.16_
TOTAL: 8.16
HERITAGE PRESERVATION HERITAGE PRESERVAT SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 4.24
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 1.64_
TOTAL: 5.88
NON-DEPARTMENTAL FIRE & AMBULANCE SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 316.34_
TOTAL: 316.34
FIRE FIRE & AMBULANCE FIRE SAFETY USA INC STRUCTURAL BUNKER BOOT 389.00
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 51.92
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 22.27
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SOLUTIONS, LLC QUANTITATIVE FACE PIECE 75.00
MSA PEN-AIRE CADET ESCAPE 15,906.48
ALEX AIR APPARATUS INC REPAIR TO AIR COMPRESSOR 343.84
MN FIRE SERVICE CERT.BRD FIRE APPARATUS OPER. CERT 420.00
61 MARINE & SPORTS 3 X 3 BOW STOP-1/2" SHAFT- 10.52
TERRYS HARDWARE, INC. SHOP SUPPLIES 31.51_
TOTAL: 17,250.54
AMBULANCE FIRE & AMBULANCE DAKOTA COUNTY FINANCIAL SERVICES 2019 TRANSPORT FEES 2,267.00
EXPERT T BILLING INC. 222 ELECTRONIC AMB BILLS 5,994.00
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 209.30
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 89.08
NAPA AUTO PARTS WIPER BLADES-FIRE UTIL. VE 27.98
McKESSON MEDICAL-SURGICAL GOV. SOLUTIO MEDICAL SUPPLIES 680.99
BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC MEDICAL SUPPLIES 464.36
MEDICAL SUPPLIES 3.35
MEDICAL SUPPLIES 55.13
BOYER FORD TRUCKS REPAIR TO AMB./MEDIC #3 188.15_
TOTAL: 9,979.34
LEDUC LEDUC HISTORIC EST SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 2.16
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 0.98_
TOTAL: 3.14
EDA/HRA HRA REDEVELOPMENT CONFLUENCE DEVELOPMENT, LLC METRO. COUNCIL LCDA PARK R 144,073.87_
TOTAL: 144,073.87
NON-DEPARTMENTAL ECONOMIC DEV-IND. SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 9.48_
TOTAL: 9.48
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC DEV-IND. SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 33.65
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 11.46
JOHN FIFIELD MEALS/OFFICE SUPPLIES 98.66
MEALS/OFFICE SUPPLIES 14.48_
TOTAL: 158.25
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DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
NON-DEPARTMENTAL WATER SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 141.05
MISCELLANEOUS V SIMMONS, CHRISTOPHER 11-007000-01 167.57
PATIN, BERNADETTE 13-765000-04 14.01
OCONNOR, DIANN 16-088000-04 1.03_
TOTAL: 323.66
PUBLIC WORKS WATER EXPRESS AUTO PARTS OIL 51.00
BAUER SERVICES REPAIR COPPER LINE-14TH ST 475.00
SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 67.69
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 33.99
HOMETOWN ACE HARDWARE PUMP, TUBES, ADAPTERS, INS 286.73
US SALT SALT-WATER TREATMENT PLANT 3,370.00
CITY OF BLOOMINGTON BACT SAMPLING - APRIL 325.00
DIAMOND VOGEL PAINT CTR. BLUE PAINT 46.80
GRAPHIC DESIGN APRIL - UTILITY BILLING ST 97.67
MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT, INC. OVERHAUL KIT 514.92
MN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLASS B WATER LICENSE-M PE 23.00
SCHUTT, MARK CLASS D WATER LICENSE-M SC 23.00_
TOTAL: 5,314.80
NON-DEPARTMENTAL WASTEWATER SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 104.61_
TOTAL: 104.61
PUBLIC WORKS WASTEWATER SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 52.57
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 26.07
RIVER COUNTRY COOPERATIVE DRUM CHARGES & RETURNS 115.00-
GREASE, OIL 759.88
ANTIFREEZE 656.04
GRAPHIC DESIGN APRIL - UTILITY BILLING ST 97.67
MCES WASTEWATER SERV. - JUNE 20 106,128.47_
TOTAL: 107,605.70
NON-DEPARTMENTAL STORM WATER UTILIT SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 87.46_
TOTAL: 87.46
PUBLIC WORKS STORM WATER UTILIT SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 53.85
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 23.45
POLLARDWATER PLUG 647.39
ESS BROTHERS & SONS INC GRATES 404.80
GRAPHIC DESIGN APRIL - UTILITY BILLING ST 97.66_
TOTAL: 1,227.15
PARKS & RECREATION ARENA SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 28.68
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 13.10
TERRYS HARDWARE, INC. PAIL, FUNNEL 5.08
PLEXIGLASS 65.41_
TOTAL: 112.27
NON-DEPARTMENTAL HYDRO ELECTRIC SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 12.22_
TOTAL: 12.22
PUBLIC WORKS HYDRO ELECTRIC SUN LIFE ASSUANCE COMPANY OF CANADA JUNE 2019 LTD 6.84
JUNE 2019 LIFE INSURANCE 3.28_
TOTAL: 10.12
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DEPARTMENT FUND VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT_
=============== FUND TOTALS ================
101 GENERAL 42,853.45
200 PARKS 6,229.36
205 CABLE TV 6.51
206 CABLE ACCESS 90,388.00
210 HERITAGE PRESERVATION 14.04
213 FIRE & AMBULANCE 27,546.22
220 LEDUC HISTORIC ESTATE 3.14
404 HRA REDEVELOPMENT 144,073.87
407 ECONOMIC DEV-IND. PK 167.73
600 WATER 5,638.46
601 WASTEWATER 107,710.31
603 STORM WATER UTILITY 1,314.61
615 ARENA 112.27
620 HYDRO ELECTRIC 22.34
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GRAND TOTAL: 426,080.31
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TOTAL PAGES: 5
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: John Hinzman, Community Development Director
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Order Public Hearing– Vacation of ROW #2019-10 – Adams Street (3rd Street to
Lake Isabel) – Stier and Helget
Council Action Requested:
Order a public hearing to consider vacating a portion of the Adams Street Right-of-Way
(ROW) between 3rd Street and Lake Isabel as requested by Jon Stier owner of 1022 East
3rd Street (east side of Adams) and Mike and Jackie Helget, owners of 1020 East 3rd
Street (west side of Adams). The vacation would eliminate the existing right-of-way
from approximately the end of the improved Adams Street to Lake Isabel. Upon action
by the Council, the public hearing and final approval would be scheduled for the June 3,
2019 City Council Meeting. A simple majority is necessary for action.
Background Information:
History – The City Council approved a partial vacation of the right-of-way on July 9,
2018 at the request of the Helgets. The vacation resulted in a 20 foot wide section of
right-of-way extending from the end of improved Adams Street to Lake Isabel. Upon
survey of the property it was discovered that the Stier home constructed in 1949
encroaches +/- 16.5 feet into the remaining 20 foot right-of-way.
Upon approval by City Council, ownership of the vacated right-of-way would be
transferred to the Helgets, who have agreed to transfer ownership to Jon Stier to resolve
the encroachment.
The City is unable to directly transfer the vacated property to Jon Stier. Rules require
any vacated land to be transferred to adjoining owners from the centerline of the right-of-
way. In the case of Adams Street, any vacation of the west half of Adams Street (33 feet)
must be transferred to the western adjoining parcel (Helget). The entire 20 foot vacation
request involves the west half of Adams Street.
Existing Condition –There are no improvements or utilities within the vacated area.
Vacation Procedure – Hastings Home Rule Charter Section 7.05 regulates the vacation
of streets and alleys. The City Council may consider vacating public ways upon
published and mailed notice to affected property owners.
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DNR Comment – State Statutes require the notification of the Department of Natural
Resources when considering reductions of the public right-of-way adjacent to public
waters. The DNR has stated it does not likely have an objection to the vacation and plans
to submit a review letter prior to the June 3rd public hearing.
Recommendation – Approval of the vacation is recommended. The proposed area does
not contain any public utilities and the City does not have plans to extend Adams Street
further south. The existing +/- 16.5 foot encroachment of 1022 East 3rd Street
encroachment into the 20 foot right-of-way limits public use.
Advisory Commission Discussion:
N\A
Council Committee Discussion:
N\A
Attachments:
Location Map
Application
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Existing Adams Street
ROW to Remain – 33’
wide
Right‐of‐Way to
be vacated – 20’
wide Stier Home – 1022
East 3rd Street –
Constructed in 1949
Location Map
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: John Hinzman, Community Development Director
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Appoint Planning Commissioner – Gino Messina
Council Action Requested:
The City Council is asked to appoint Gino Messina of 2490 Yellowstone Drive to the
Planning Commission from 5/20/19 to 12/31/19. The appointment fulfills the
remainder of outgoing Commissioner Jeff Deaver’s term. Commissioners are
eligible to serve a total of three, two year terms. Action requires a simple majority
of City Council.
Background Information:
Three candidates were interviewed for the position by Planning Committee Chair
Vaughan, Planning Commission Chair Alpaugh, Interim City Administrator Flaten,
and Community Development Director Hinzman. Mr. Messina was the unanimous
selection of the committee Please see attached applications for further
information.
Financial Impact:
N\A
Advisory Commission Discussion:
N\A
Council Committee Discussion:
N\A
Attachments:
Advisory Commission Application
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Advisory Commission Interest Form
The City of Hastings encourages active participation of its residents. City Advisory Commissions are one
form in which residents can take a participatory involvement in the planning, development, and
preservation of our growing and historical community. Thank you for your interest in serving on an
advisory commission. Information about City commissions is available on the City’s website at
www.ci.hastings.mn.us under Inside City Hall.
Commission
(please indicate your interest)
Questions?
Contact 651-480-2350 or
Charter Dave Osberg
dosberg@ci.hastings.mn.us
Hastings Economic Development& Redevelopment Authority
(HEDRA)
John Hinzman
jhinzman@ci.hastings.mn.us
Heritage Preservation (HPC) Justin Fortney
jfortney@ci.hastings.mn.us
Parks & Recreation Barry Bernstein
bbernstein@ci.hastings.mn.us
Planning John Hinzman
jhinzman@ci.hastings.mn.us
Public Safety Melanie Mesko Lee
mmesko_lee@ci.hastings.mn.us
Other/No Preference
Melanie Mesko Lee
mmesko_lee@ci.hastings.mn.us
To help us have a better understanding of your interests and background, we ask for some general
information. Please complete and sign the application.
Name
Address
Day Phone
Evening Phone
e-mail
How long have you lived in Hastings?
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Advisory Commission Interest Form
Please provide a short paragraph summarizing why you are interested in becoming involved with a City
commission.
Supplemental Information
Employer:
Occupation:
What experience would you bring to the
Commission?
Please share any other information you believe
should be considered with regards to
participating with a city commission.
Please return to: City of Hastings City Use
101 Fourth Street East Date Received:
Hastings, MN 55033 Forwarded to:
§ 31.36 PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.
(A) Each public official of the City of Hastings shall file for public record in the office of the City Clerk, a sworn statement in a form approved
by the City Council and which must contain, at a minimum, the following information:
(1) The names of all businesses, corporations, companies, firms, partnerships, or other business enterprises, doing business with or in the City of
Hastings, in which the public official is connected thereto as an employee, owner, director, officer, adviser, or consultant, or in which the public
official has a continuing financial interest, through ownership of stock or as a beneficiary of any pension or retirement plan;
(2) A description of all parcels of real property, other than property occupied by the public official as a personal residence, in which the public
official has any interest, including the right to occupy any such property; and
(3) The interest of a spouse, or minor child or other member of the immediate household of any public official shall be considered an interest of
the public official for purposes of filing the statement required.
(B) Each person who becomes a public official shall, within 30 days after assuming the office or position, file a public disclosure required by this
section.
(1) Following an initial filing, the information on that filing shall remain in effect and all public officials will continue to attest to its truth. Within
30 days of any change to the information on the initial filing and following any reappointment or reelection, all public officials shall file a new
sworn statement with the City Clerk. City staff members covered under this provision shall fill out an initial filing and
shall thereafter complete any amended filings within 30 days of any change to the information on the initial filing or at least every 4 years, in the
years in which the Mayor and at large Councilmember seats are up for election, whichever comes first.
(Am. Ord. 511, passed 4-5-2004)
(2) This subchapter shall not be construed to require the filing of any information relating to any person’s connection with any professional
society or any charitable, religious, social, fraternal, recreational, civil or political organization or any similar organization not conducted as a
business enterprise.
(3) The City Administrator shall inform each person who is required to file a statement, the time and place for filing, and shall furnish each such
person with a copy of this subchapter and the required statement form. The City Administrator shall inform the City Council when any person,
who is required to file a statement, fails to file the statement in a timely manner.
(Prior Code, § 2.81)
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Michael T. Schutt, Fire & EMS Director
Date: May 13, 2019
Item: Approve the use of Memorial Donations Honoring Tom Furlong to be used towards the
refurbishment of the horse drawn hose cart.
Council Action Requested: Recently, staff has been working with Zachery Bloomstrand, who would
like to restore our horse drawn hose cart back to its original condition. Costs associated with
repair/replacement parts are approximately $1500.00. Zachery and his father are donating their time for
this project. Staff is asking for council approval to use $1500.00 of donated funds for this project, to be
drawn from the fire department donation account #213-210-2100-5815.
Background Information: In the fall of 2018, long time business owner Tom Furlong passed away.
In honoring his commitment to our community, his friends made donations totally $1795.00 to the fire
department. As an Eagle Scout project, Zachery Bloomstrand would like to restore our horse drawn hose
cart back to its original condition. This hose cart was used locally, prior to the city purchasing its first
motorized fire truck in 1927. Zachery is performing this restoration with the assistance of his father,
retired Firefighter/Paramedic Steven Bloomstrand.
Financial Impact: N/A
Advisory Commission Discussion: N/A
Council Committee Discussion: N/A
Attachments: N/A
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CityCouncilMemorandum
To: MayorFasbender & CityCouncilmembers
From: TomBakken, ChiefBuildingOfficial
Date: May20, 2019
Item: ApproveHiringofContractualElectricalInspector
CityCouncilActionRequested:
TheCityCouncilisaskedapprovethehiringofMcMullenInspecting, Inc. tohandlethe
stinspectionsforallelectricalpermitsissuedstartingJune1, 2019.
BackgroundInformation:
MikeHawketheelectricalinspectorsince2011isretiringMay31, 2019andhehas
recommendedPatMcMullenandhiscompanytotakeoverthedutiesfortheCityof
Hastings. McMullenInspectionswouldhandleanyoutstandinginspectionsofMike
stHawkestocompletetheprojectsofpermitsobtainedbeforeJune1. McMullen
InspectingcurrentlyhandlestheelectricalinspectionsforRosemount, SouthSt. Paul,
WestSt. Paul, StateFairGrounds, andMinneapolis. McMullenInspectionsoffersbetter
servicesthanwecurrentlyhaveinthatinspectionscanberequestedandscheduledonline
inadditiontobyphone. TheyalsoprovideuswithinspectionsMonday – Thursdayplus
Fridayswhenalongholidayweekendoccurs. Currentlyonlyinspectionsaredonefor
electricalTuesdaysandThursdaysinourarea.
AfterreviewofPatMcMullen’sresumeweinterviewedhiman dfeelitwillbeasmooth
transitionandwillultimatelyofferbettercustomerserviceoptionsforthoseobtaining
electricalpermits. CityAttorneyDanFluegelandIhavereviewedthecontractproposal
andtheirliabilityinsuranceandhaverecommendedapprovalasamendedandwritten.
FinancialImpact:
Wewillretain20% ofeachelectricalpermitfeeplusthe $10processingfee
AdvisoryCommissionDiscussion:
N\\A
CouncilCommissionDiscussion:
N\\A
Attachments:
ContractAgreement
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AGREEMENT
THISAGREEMENT (Agreement) ismadeasofApril25, 2019byandbetweentheCityof
Hastings (theCity), aMinnesotamunicipalcorporation, andPatrickE. McMullen (the
thInspector), McMullenInspecting, Inc., 712815 AvenueSouth, Richfield, MN55423.
TheCityandtheInspectorinconsiderationofthemutualcovenantscontainedhereinand
othergoodandvaluableconsideration, agreeasfollows:
SECTION1. INSPECTIONSERVICES.
TheinspectionservicesaretobeprovidedbytheInspectoraredescribedinageneral
wayonExhibitA.
SECTION2. CONTRACTDOCUMENTS.
ThedocumentswhichmakeupthecompleteAgreementbetweentheCityandthe
InspectorarelistedinExhibitB.
SECTION3. DUTIESANDOBLIGATIONS.
TheInspectorshallcommenceperformanceofhisdutiesandobligationspursuanttothe
termsofthisAgreement, asspecifiedonExhibitC.
SECTION4. PAYMENT.
PaymentsshallbemadebytheCitytotheInspectorinaccordancewiththeschedule
containedinExhibitD.
SECTION5. COMPLIANCEWITHLAWSANDSTANDARDS.
a). TheInspectorshallcomplywithallapplicablefederalandstatestatutesand
regulationsaswellaslocalordinancesineffectduringthetermofthisAgreement.
b). TheInspectorspecificallyrepresentsthattheInspectorisfullyauthorizedandlicensed
tofurnishtheservicespursuanttothisAgreement.
c). Failuretomeettherequirementsofclausesof (a) and (b) above, maybecauseforthe
CitytocancelthisAgreement, inaddition, tootherremediesinthisAgreementor
otherwiseavailableinlaworequity.
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SECTION6. INSURANCE.
TheInspectorshallpurchase, intheInspector’sownfunds, andmaintainthroughoutthe
termofthisAgreementtheminimumtypesandamountsofinsurancesetforthinExhibit
E.
SECTION7. INDEMNITY.
TheInspectoragreestodefend, indemnify, andholdharmlesstheCity, itselected
officials, officers, andemployees, againstanyandallliability, loss, costs, damages, and
expenseswhichtheCity, itselectedofficials, officers, oremployees, mayhereafter
sustain, incur, orberequiredtopay, arisingoutoftheInspector’sperformanceorfailure
toperformhisobligationspursuanttothisAgreement.
SECTION8. INDEPENDENTCONTRACTORSTATUS.
Itisagreedthatnothinghereincontainedisintendedorshouldbeconstruedinany
mannerascreatingorestablishingtherelationshipofagents, partners, jointventuresor
associatesbetweenthepartiesheretoorasconstitutingtheInspectorastheemployeeof
theCityforanypurposeorinanymannerwhatsoever. TheInspectoristobeandshall
remainanindependentcontractorwithrespecttotheperformanceofInspector’s
obligationsunderthisAgreement.
SECTION9. NONDISCRIMINATION.
TheInspectoragreestocomplywithallapplicablefederalandstatelaws, rules,
regulations, andexecutiveorderswithregardtounlawfuldiscrimination onaccountof
race, color, creed, religion, nationalorigin, sex, maritalstatus, statuswithregardtopublic
assistance, disability, orage.
SECTION10. MINNESOTALAWtoGOVERN.
ThisAgreementshallbegovernedbyandconstruedinaccordancewiththesubstantive
lawsoftheStateofMinnesota, withoutgivingeffecttotheprinciplesofconflictoflaws. All
proceedingsrelatedtothisAgreementshallhaveavenueinDakotaCounty, Minnesota.
SECTION11. DATAPRIVACY.
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ForpurposesofthisAgreementalldatacollected, created, received, maintained, or
disseminatedshallbegovernedbytheMinnesotaGovernmentDataPracticesAct,
MinnesotaStatuteChapter13, andtheMinnesotaRulesimplementingtheActnowin
forceorhereafteradopted.
SECTION12. TERM; TERMINATION.
a). ThisAgreementshallbecomeeffectiveonthelastdateitisexecutedbyoneofthe
partiesandshallremainineffectuntilJuly1, 2022unlessterminatedearlierasprovided
inthisSection.
b). IftheInspectorisindefaultofanymaterialobligationunderthis
Agreement, theCitymanyterminatethisAgreementby30dayswrittennoticetothe
Inspectorunlesswithinthattimethedefaultiscuredorarrangementssatisfactorytothe
CityforcorrectingthedefaulthavebeenmadebytheInspector.
SECTION13. EXHIBITS.
AllexhibitsreferredtointhisAgreementareincorporatedhereinbyreferenceandare
madeaparthereofasiftheywereincludedinthetexthereof.
SECTION14. BACKGROUNDCHECKS.
TheCitymayperformbackgroundchecks, inaccordancewithstatelaw, ontheInspector
oranyofhissubcontractorswhoprovideservicestotheCity.
SECTION15. RECORDSACCESS.
TheInspectorshallprovidetheCityandtheStateAuditorasrequiredbyMinnesota
Statutes § 16.05accesstoanybooks, documents, papers, andrecordswhicharedirectly
pertinenttotheAgreement, forthepurposeofmakingaudit, examination, excerpts, and
transcriptions, forsixyearsafterfinalpaymentsandallotherpendingmattersrelatedto
thisAgreementareclosed.
SECTION16. ASSIGNMENT.
TheInspector shallprocuretheservicesofanotherqualifiedindividualorcompanyto
provideservicesunderthisAgreementasasubcontractor toperformservicesunderthis
AgreementorintheeventthattheInspectorisunableorunavailableforaperiodofmore
thanoneday. TheInspectorshallobtaintheexpresswrittenapprovaloftheCitypriorto
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subcontractingwiththeindividualorcompany. TheInspectorshallalsoinformtheCityin
advancewhensubcontractingwiththisindividualorcompanyandforallrequirements,
includingcompensationthatmayberequiredundercontract.
SECTION17. ENTIREAGREEMENT, AMENDMENTS.
ThisAgreementconstitutestheentireAgreementbetweentheparties, andnoother
agreementpriortoorcontemporaneouswiththisAgreementshallbeeffective, exceptas
expresslysetforthorincorporatedherein. AnypurportedamendmenttothisAgreement is
noteffectiveunlessitisinwritingandexecutedbybothparties.
SECTION18. NOWAIVERBYCITYOFHASTINGS.
ByenteringintothisAgreement, theCitydoesnotwaiveitsentitlementtoanyimmunity
understatuteorcommonlaw.
CityofHastings
Dated: __________ by: _____________________
Mayor
Dated: __________ by: ______________________
CityClerk
PatrickE. McMullen
Dated: __________ by: _____________________
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EXHIBITA
TASKS
1). ElectricalInspectionServicesofelectricalworkwhichispermittedwithintheCity
accordingtotheCityCode.
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EXHIBITB
CONTRACTDOCUMENTS
1). ThisAgreement (includingallExhibits)
2). Inspector’sInsuranceCertificate
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EXHIBITC
DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITY
1). TheInspectorshallprovideelectricalinspectionservicebyperformingonsite
inspectionofallnew, remodeling, andalternationconstructionintheCityonallresidential,
commercial, industrialandagriculturalstructuresinaccordancewithallCityCodesand
theNationalElectricalCode.
2). TheInspectorshallkeeprecordsofinspection, repairnotices, andredtagsand
maintaincontactwithChiefBuildingOfficial. TheInspectorshallissueandattachfinal
inspectiontagsuponfinalacceptance.
3). TheInspectorshallsubmitmonthlyrecordsofinspectionsforpaymentofallfinal
inspectionsandpartialinspectionsforlargecommercialorindustrialstructures.
4). TheInspectorisempowered, attheinspector’sowncostandexpen se, toemploy,
subjecttotheapprovaloftheCityEngineer, anyassistantinspectorsandclerical
assistantsnecessaryfortheproperconductofhisdutiesandobligations.
5). TheInspectorshallbeaMinnesotaStateCertifiedElectricalInspector. Anyassistant
shallmeetthesamerequirements.
6). TheInspector’sservicesshallbeprovidedinatimelymannerintheCityofHastings.
RegularandresponsivecommunicationwithCitystaffmustbemaintainedtoensurethe
promptdeliveryofinspectionservices.
7). TheInspectorshouldkeepregularhours (7:00AMto8:30AM) onregularbusiness
daysinordertoanswerquestionsfromcitizensandcontractors. Theremainderofthe
regularbusinessdayshallbedevotedtoinspections.
8). TheInspectorshallhaveawebsitetoallowcitizensandcontractorstoleave
messageswhentheInspectorisunabletoanswerthephone.
9). TheInspector, oranyofhisassistants, shallnotengageinthesale, installationor
maintenanceofelectricalequipment, directlyorindirectly, andshallhavenofinancial
interestinanyconcernengagedinsuchbusinessintheCity.
10). TheInspectorshall emailininspectionsperformedonadailybasistotheCity’s
BuildingDepartment.
11. TheInspectorwillprovideawebsitetoallowcommunicationona24/7/365basis.
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12. TheInspectorwillscheduleinspectionsattimesmostconvenienttorequesting
parties. InspectionswillbedoneoutsideofthenormalMonday-Thursdayworkweekif
necessary.
EXHIBITD
PAYMENTSCHEDULE
1). TheCityshallpaytheInspector80% ofthepermitfeescollectedbytheCityuponfinal
inspection, orpartialinspectioninthecaseoflargecommercialorindustrialstructures.
2). InvoiceforpaymentshallbesubmittedbyInspectoronamonthlybasis.
3). Allpaymentsshallbemadewithinthirty (30) daysfromreceiptofinvoicefrom
Inspector.
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EXHIBITE
INSURANCE
TheInspectorshallobtainandmaintainuntilthecompletionofthisagreementanditsfinal
acceptancebythe Owner, atInspector’sowncostandexpense, thefollowingminimum
insuranceoverageswithinsurancecompanieslicensedintheStateofMinnesotaand
shallprovideaCertificateofInsuranceinformacceptabletotheOwnerasevidenceof
suchcoverages.
A. TypesofInsurance (onanoccurrencebasis) LimitsofLiability
1. CommercialGeneralLiability (including) $1,000,000/occurrence
a. Comprehensiveform $1,000,000/aggregate
b. Premises-completedoperations
c. Explosionandcollapsehazard
d. Undergroundhazard
e. Contractualliability
f. Broadformpropertydamage
g. Independentcontractors
h. Owners’ andContractors’ protective
2. AutomobileLiability (including) Combinedsinglelimit
Eachoccurrence $1,000,000
a. Allownedautos
b. Scheduledautos
c. Hiredautos
d. Non-Ownedautos
3. ExcessUmbrellaCoverage $1,000,000/occurrence
1,000,000/aggregate
4. Worker’sCompensation Statutory
5. Employer’sLiability $500,000
6. ProfessionalLiability (Errors & Omissions)
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1,000,000/act, errororomission
1,000,000/aggregate
B. Generalliability, automotiveliability, andexcess “umbrella” liabilityshallnamethe
Ownerasadditionalinsured. Thecoverageaffordedtotheadditionalinsuredshall
beprimaryinsurance. Iftheadditionalinsuredhasotherinsurancewhichis
applicabletotheloss, suchotherinsuranceshallbeonanexcesscontingentbasis.
TheamountoftheInspector’sliabilityshallnotbereducedbytheexistenceofsuch
otherinsurance.
C. Generalliability, automobileliabilityandexcessumbrellacoverageshallonlybeon
an “occurrence” basis. ProfessionalLiabilityInsurancemaybeona “claims-made”
basis.
D. ProfessionalLiability: IftheInspectorisunderwrittenonaclaims-madebasis, the
RetroactiveDateshallbepriortoorcoincidentwiththedateofthiscontractandthe
CertificateofInsuranceshallstatethatcoverageisclaimsmadeandalsothe
RetroactiveDate. TheContractorshallmaintaincoverageforthedurationofthis
contractandforthetwoyearsfollowingthecompletionofthiscontract. The
InspectorshallprovidetheCityannualaCertificateofInsuranceasevidenceof
suchinsurance. ItisfurtheragreedthattheInspectorshallprovidetheCitya30-
daynoticeofaggregateerosion, anadvanceoftheRetroactiveDate, cancellation
and/orrenewal.
ItisalsoagreedthateithertheInspectororCitymayinvoketheExtendedReporting
PeriodOption, onbehalfoftheotherparty, andthatExtendedReportingPeriod (ERP)
premiumshallbepaidbytheInspector.
E. AllinsurancepoliciesshallprovidethattheOwnershallbenotifiedinwritingbythe
insurerofthecancellationorrestrictiveamendmentofthepolicynotlessthan30
dayspriortothedatethatthecancellationorrestrictiveamendmenttakeseffect. All
noticeswillbesenttotheOwnerbyregisteredorcertifiedmail.
F. AsusedinthisExhibitE, theword “Contractor” includesthe Inspector.
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Erica Henderson, Deputy City Clerk
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Massage License for Alana Dalmas
Council Action Requested:
Approve the attached resolution approving Massage License for Alana Dalmas.
Background Information:
Alana Dalmas completed the necessary paperwork and passed the background check conducted
by Hastings Police Department for a massage license.
Financial Impact:
All fees associated with this license have been paid.
Advisory Commission Discussion:
N/A
Council Committee Discussion:
N/A
Attachments:
Resolution
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CITY OF HASTINGS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 05 - - 19
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS
APPROVING A MASSAGE THERAPY LICENSE FOR
ALANA DALMAS
WHEREAS, Alana Dalmas has made application for a massage therapy license; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Dalmas proposes to work for Caring Hands Massage and Spa, 427
Vermillion Street; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Dalmas has completed the necessary paperwork, passed the background
check conducted by Hastings Police Department and paid all associated fees for a massage license,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HASTINGS AS FOLLOWS: That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign the
license authorizing Alana Dalmas to operate as a licensed massage therapist in the City of Hastings
for the period of May 20, 2019 through December 31, 2019, unless revoked by City Council.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HASTINGS, MINNESOTA THIS 20th
DAY OF May, 2019.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
Mary D. Fasbender, Mayor
ATTEST:
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Bryan D. Schafer, Chief of Police
Date: May 20th, 2019
Item: Surplus Property
Council Action Requested:
Declare vehicle(s) as surplus property and authorize for public sale.
Background Information:
The City of Hastings currently has one retired police squad car that have been removed from service.
This squad car has an excess of 92,000 miles. This vehicle is no longer needed for City use, however still
has value. The vehicle has been assigned to the marked fleet since purchased. Upon declaration of the
vehicle as excess/surplus property, it will be made available for public sale via a commercially available
online auction service.
2012 Ford Police Interceptor Utility HA1202 1FM5K8AR0DGA51440
Financial Impact:
Positive budgetary impact
Advisory Commission Discussion:
None
Council Committee Discussion:
None
Attachments:
None
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Nick Egger – Public Works Director
Date: May 15, 2019
Item: Parking Ramp at 119 W 2nd Street – Utility Disconnection Agreement
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
Council is requested to approve the attached agreement and authorize the signatures of the Mayor and Clerk for the
property owner to forego ordinance required disconnection and abandonment of a sanitary sewer service to the property
on which the new parking ramp will be located.
BACKGROUND
With the construction of the new parking ramp on the former First National Bank property located at 119 W 2nd Street,
use of the sanitary sewer service line into the property will no longer be needed. The water service will remain connected
and may be utilized in the future for maintenance purposes at the ramp.
Generally, City Ordinances require the owner to disconnect any unused service lines all the way to the main line that is
located underneath W 2nd Street. However, in order to do that, the surface, base material, and perhaps other
underground infrastructure would need to be significantly disturbed, which could result in loss of integrity to these
elements. To avoid this impact, the City, with this Agreement, would waive the requirement that the sanitary sewer
service line be disconnected all the way to the mainline and instead that line would be capped near the curb line in the
boulevard. With this waiver, however, the owner would agree to repair any future problems that may result from the line
not being removed to the main and if the owner would fail to make necessary repairs upon the request of the City, the
City could undertake the repairs and assess the property for the cost of the repairs.
This Agreement, prepared by the City Attorney’s office and in consultation with pertinent City staff, has been forwarded to
the property owner and we anticipate the owner will sign the document in the very near future. Signatures of the Mayor
and Clerk would be affixed upon receipt of the original bearing the signatures of the property owner.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There should be no financial impact to the City unless there would be a problem with the capped sanitary sewer service
line and in that case, the City may incur costs for repairs but would assess those costs against the property and recoup
those expenses with the payment of real estate taxes.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Utility Disconnection Agreement
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AGREEMENT REGARDING DISCONNECTION OF SEWER SERVICE LINE AND WAIVER OF PROCEDURAL IRREGULARITY AND ASSESSMENT APPEAL
THIS AGREEMENT, is made this day of May, 2019, between the City of Hastings,
a Minnesota municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as "City") having a principle address
of 101 East 4th Street, Hastings, Minnesota, 55033, and Confluence Development LLC, a
Minnesota limited liability company (hereinafter referred to as “Owner”) having a principle
address of 101-10th Street East, Suite #300, Hastings, Minnesota, 55033.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Owner is the owner of real property located generally at 119-2nd Street
West, Hastings, Minnesota 55033 and legally described on the attached Exhibit A (hereinafter
referred to as the “Property”);
WHEREAS, a bank building structure previously existed on the Property and was
connected to municipal sanitary sewer mains beneath 2nd Street West;
WHEREAS, the bank building structure on the Property has been removed in
anticipation of redevelopment in the form of a parking lot structure;
WHEREAS, the original sewer utility service line which previously serviced the former
bank building structure on the Property (hereinafter referred to as the “Original Utility Line”)
runs beneath 2nd Street West and connects to a sewer main under 2nd Street West, as more fully
identified on the attached Exhibit B;
WHEREAS, the Owner does not intend to utilize the Original Utility Line on the
Property;
WHEREAS, as a result of the foregoing, the Original Utility Line will be abandoned and
will not be utilized for future improvements on the Property;
WHEREAS, municipal regulations require Owner to disconnect, at its expense, the
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abandoned Original Utility Line from the sewer main beneath 2nd Street West;
WHEREAS, disconnection of the Original Utility Line from the sewer main beneath 2nd
Street West may result in minor damage and loss of integrity to the surface and base of 2nd Street
West and may also result in unwanted traffic interruptions;
WHEREAS, failure to disconnect the Original Utility Line from the sewer main beneath
2nd Street West may lead to conditions requiring corrective action in the future which may
include, but are not limited to, leaking pipes, surface settlement resulting from broken pipes, or
interference with other construction projects;
WHEREAS, City is willing to waive the current requirement that Owner disconnect and
remove the Original Utility Line completely to the sewer main beneath 2nd Street West, on the
conditions that Owner, its successors and assigns agree: (1) to remove at its cost the Original
Utility Line if reasonably deemed necessary by City; (2) to repair and remedy at its cost any
unwanted conditions caused by the Original Utility Line remaining connected and in place, and
to indemnify and hold harmless City for any resulting damage or claims; (3) that if Owner fails
to perform removal or repair work in a timely manner, City may complete the needed work; and
(4) that City may assess the cost of any such work against the Property as provided in this
agreement; and
WHEREAS, Owner understands that the conditions and potential problems which may
result from the Original Utility Line remaining connected and in place are not certain and cannot
be fully identified or described with certainty but Owner desires to assume all future
responsibility and costs of correcting such conditions and damage.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the City's willingness to waive the current
requirement that Owner disconnect and remove the Original Utility Line completely to the sewer
main beneath 2nd Street West, the parties make the following agreement:
A. City waives the current requirement that Owner disconnect and remove the Original
Utility Line completely to the sewer main beneath 2nd Street West, subject to the
conditions and requirements set forth herein.
B. In the event there is leakage from the Original Utility Line or disturbance to the ground
above the Original Utility Line that the City reasonably determines has been caused by a
breakage or other issue with the Original Utility Line (a “Removal Event”), then, upon
written demand by City, Owner at its cost shall disconnect and remove the Original
Utility Line completely to the sewer main beneath 2nd Street West and reasonably restore
any disturbed areas to their original conditions. If Owner fails to perform the removal or
repair work as required herein within a reasonable time period after the occurrence of a
Removal Event and the City’s delivery of written notice as required hereunder, City may
undertake all work necessary to disconnect and remove the Original Utility Line, and
Owner shall immediately reimburse City for all costs actually incurred by the City in
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connection with removal of the Original Utility Line (the “Removal Expense”), which
costs shall be documented using invoices or other customary billing documentation.
C. If Owner fails to timely reimburse City for all of the Removal Expense, Owner, for itself,
its successors and assigns, agrees that the City may cause an assessment to be levied
against the Property in the amount of the Removal Expense plus a $25.00 fee (if the
Removal Expense is $10,000.00 or less) or a $50.00 fee (if the removal expense is greater
than $10,000.00).
D. If the Removal Expense is $10,000.00 or less, the resulting assessments shall be paid
over a period of five years, but if the Removal Expense is over $10,000.00, the
assessment shall be paid over a ten year period. In addition, interest shall accrue on the
unpaid assessment at a rate equal to the interest rate applied by the City of Hastings for
other assessments in the year the work is performed. If no such assessments are certified
for other properties in the City of Hastings during that year, the interest rate shall be
equal to the interest rate imposed on the most recent assessment certified by the City of
Hastings.
E. Owner, for itself, its successors and assigns, agrees that—upon the occurrence of a
Removal Event and Owner’s failure to fully address such Removal Event as required
under Paragraph B of this Agreement—City can certify an assessment to Dakota County
for collection with the real estate taxes in the amount of the Removal Expense plus the
fee identified in Paragraph C without the necessity of City complying with any of the
procedural or notice requirements outlined in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429, or
amendments thereto.
F. In further consideration of City’s agreement to waive the current requirement that the
Original Utility Line be removed completely to the sewer main beneath 2nd Street West,
Owner, for itself, its successors and assigns, also agrees to waive any right to appeal the
amount assessed against the Property for these removal and repair costs, whether the
basis for the appeal is that the assessment exceeds the benefits to the Property or on any
other basis whatsoever, provided that Owner shall retain the right to enforce compliance
with the terms of this Agreement.
G. Where reference is made herein to Owner, reference shall be to Owner, its successors and
assigns as to the Property and the rights and obligations hereunder shall run with the land
and shall burden the Property and all subsequent Owners thereof and City shall record
this Agreement on the public property records to provide notice of this agreement and all
obligations hereunder to subsequent Owners of the Property.
H. Owner shall indemnify and hold harmless City for any damages or claims resulting from
the Original Utility Line remaining connected and in place pursuant to this Agreement
except to the extent such damages or claims result from the gross negligence or willful
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misconduct of the City or its employees, agents, officers, officials, or contractors.
I. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State
of Minnesota and any dispute shall be venued in the Dakota County District Court.
Owner consents to the jurisdiction of the Minnesota state courts.
The City and Owner enter and sign this agreement with full understanding of their legal rights
and acknowledge they have had sufficient opportunity to discuss this matter with an attorney of
their choosing.
Dated: , 2019. CITY OF HASTINGS,
A Minnesota Municipal Corporation
By:____________________________________
Mary Fasbender, Its Mayor
(SEAL)
By: ____________________________________
Julie Flaten,
City Clerk
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF DAKOTA )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of _________, 2019,
by Mary Fasbender and Julie Flaten, the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Hastings, a
Minnesota municipal corporation.
______________________________
Notary Public
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Dated: , 2019. OWNER:
Confluence Development LLC
A Minnesota limited liability company
By: __________________________________
Patrick Regan, Vice President
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF ____________ )
) ss.
COUNTY OF __________)
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of _________, 2019,
by Patrick Regan as Vice President of Confluence Development LLC, a Minnesota limited
liability company.
______________________________
Notary Public
THIS INSTRUMENT DRAFTED BY:
FLUEGEL LAW FIRM P.A.
999 Westview Drive, Suite #1
Hastings MN 55033
651-438-9777
(DAN/has)
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION PARKING LOT PARCEL
Lots 2, 3 and 4, Block 12, Town of Hastings, Dakota County, Minnesota.
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: Justin Fortney, City Planner
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Resolution and Hold Public Hearing: City Code Amendment – Keeping of Chickens
Council Action Requested:
Consider 2nd Reading and hold a public hearing of the attached amendment to the following
Hastings City Code Chapters:
- Animal Ordinance, 91 (currently no changes proposed to this section)
- Zoning, 155.07 (I) Keeping of chickens
- Zoning, 155.22, 155.24 & 155.36 affecting the R-1, R-1L, R-2, and R-3 zoning districts
Approval requires a simple majority of the City Council.
Background Information:
Please see the attached Planning Commission staff report from April 22 with recent
updates, for a complete background.
At the May 6th City Council meeting additional information was requested relating to the
number of inquiries, realtor feedback, administrative review, and notification. This
information has been added to the attached staff report under the highlighted headings.
Financial Impact:
N\A
Advisory Commission Discussion:
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and discussed the amendment at the April 22,
2019 meeting. They voted to recommend approval 3-2 (Martin & Alpaugh opposed)
One citizen spoke against the proposal citing staff time devoted to enforcement, work to keep
sanitary conditions, eight outbreaks of salmonella linked to backyard poultry, raising chickens is
more expensive than people think, and it may lead to additional animal requests. They added
that animals and farming is a rural land use and not one that should be done in a city.
Another citizen spoke in favor of the proposal, discussing the success of similar ordinances in
suburban and urban areas and countered some of the arguments made by a previous speaker.
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They stated that people seek to raise backyard chickens as pets and like any pet, they take care
to keep them clean, healthy and safe. They said that Hastings has always identified itself as far
more of an agricultural community than all the other metro cities that already allow backyard
chickens and that the city of Minneapolis allows up to 30 chickens on a property. They later
mentioned that the proposed fees are much higher than other communities for the same
license.
The Commission discussed the proposal with commissioners on both sides of the discussion.
Commissioner Siebenaler said this proposal would allow for local access to cage free organic
high-protein food source that are often donated to others in need. She added that as a realtor,
she and her colleagues are highly aware of which communities allow backyard chickens
because clients often bring it up as a requisite or an added bonus for a particular community.
She discussed that the required 25-foot setback from a neighbor’s house may be too restrictive
in the core of the city and added that there are already setback requirements for accessory
buildings that would still apply. Siebenaler said Hastings smallest lots are still much larger than
the smallest lots in St. Paul and Minneapolis where this has worked for many years.
Commissioner Johnson said he believes there should be a minimum coop size requirement per
chicken to assure ethical treatment. He also mentioned the fee does seem high and hoped it
could be reconsidered in light of the reduced notification distance.
Commissioner Martin commented on the differences between the chicken and dog ordinances.
He also mentioned that chickens take daily care. He stated that the ordinance requirements
related to nuisances could be subjective and hard to regulate. Martin added that if people
want to raise chickens they can move out into the country.
Commissioner Alpaugh said he is concerned that if someone is raising chickens because they
cannot afford food, they may cut corners on operating in compliance with the ordinance. He
also commented that he is concerned there are some small lots in Hastings that cannot provide
a reasonable distance separation from their neighbors.
Council Committee Discussion:
The Planning Committee of the City Council (Chair Vaughan, Balsanek and Leifeld) met on
March 25, 2019 to discuss the proposal. Council members voted 2 to 1 (Vaughan opposed) to
bring forward a proposed amendment allowing backyard chickens. Council members
commented on some aspects of the existing ordinance that staff should review for changes.
(Meeting summary attached)
Attachments:
Draft Ordinance Amendment
Citizen Letter of Support
Planning Committee of the City Council Meeting Summary- March 25, 2019
Planning Commission Memo with Updates - April 22
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DRAFT
ORDINANCE NO. 2019- , THIRD SERIES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS, MINNESOTA
AMENDING HASTINGS CITY CODE RELATING TO THE KEEPING OF CHICKENS IN RESIDENTIAL
ZONING DISTRICTS
BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Hastings as follows:
Chapter of the Hastings City Code –Zoning Code is hereby amended as follows (Additions to the
ordinance are underlined, and section numbers may be renumbered):
§ 155.07 APPLICATION OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS.
(I) Keeping of chickens.
(1) Purpose. The purpose of this division is to provide a means, through the
establishment of specific standards and procedures, by which chickens can be kept in areas
that are principally not used for agricultural. It is recognized that the keeping of chickens is
clearly incidental and subordinate to the primary use and will not be allowed to negatively
affect the character, health, safety or general welfare of the surrounding area.
(2) Notice. Consult your Home Owners Association if applicable, as they may
prohibit the keeping of chickens or the improvements required by this ordinance to keep
them. Pursuant to City Code Chapter § 91.33 Cruelty to Animals, no person shall torture, kill,
neglect, injure or abandon any animal.
(3) Regulations. The keeping of chickens requires a license to be granted by the
City Council. The following conditions are requirements of the license:
(a) Allowed in specified zoning districts. as an accessory use to a
school or museum;
(b) No roosters permitted.
(c) Four chickens are allowed per parcel, and an additional four per
acre over the first acre. acre Chickens are prohibited on properties less than 1 acre; and
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(d) Confinement restrictions. Chickens must be kept and confined as
follows:
1. Fenced area to keep the chickens contained on the
property at all times with a minimum area of 8 Square feet per chicken;
2. Food containers and Feeders must not be accessible to
rodents and wild birds;
3. Food storage containers must be kept from access by
rodents
4. Sanitary conditions must be maintained;
5. Fecal matter shall not accumulate in a manner that causes
odor;
6. Injury or annoyance to others. No chicken may be kept or
raised in a manner as to cause injury or annoyance to persons or other animals on
other property in the vicinity by reason of noise, odor or filth;
7. Impounding chicken. Any chicken at large or in violation of
this section may be impounded by the city, and after being impounded for 5 business
days or more without being reclaimed by the owner, may be humanely euthanized or
sold without notice. Failure to claim an impounded chicken may result in the
revocation of the license. A person reclaiming any impounded chicken shall pay the
cost of impounding and keeping the same; and
8. Covered enclosure (coop) must be provided to protect
chickens from the elements and predators. The required enclosure must meet the
following requirements:
(a) All accessory building regulations under § 155.05(D);
(b) Completely covered, secured and with a solid floor; and
(c) Setback 25 feet from homes on adjoining lots. (removed by the
Planning Commission)
(d) Any device used for heating must be rated for that use and properly
secured.
(e) The enclosure must provide at least four square feet per chicken.
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(3) License. Keeping chickens requires a license to be granted by the City Council.
(a) Staff shall notify property owners within 350 200 feet of the subject
property at least seven days prior to the hearing Planning Commission meeting, at which a
recommendation will be made to the City Council for granting of a license. Failure of a
property owner to receive the notice shall not invalidate any such proceedings as set forth
within this code.
(b) The license shall not run with the land and shall not be transferable.
(c) If the license is approved by the City Council, staff shall inspect the
property to determine if all of the provisions of this section are met prior to issuing the
license.
(d) Licenses shall be issued for a 1 one year probationary period from the date
of City Council approval. The City Council shall consider issuance of a full license at the end of
the probationary period.
(e) Licenses shall be renewed every five years
(f) The City Council may revoke the license if the conditions of this
section is are not followed or if unresolved nuisances arise.
(g) An annual license and renewal fee shall be paid to the city prior to issuance
of the license. The annual license fee shall be established by ordinance ($100 and $50
respectively proposed). (Prior Code, § 10.14) (Am. Ord. 2007-05, 3rd Series, passed 9-4-2007;
Am. Ord. 2008-6, 3rd Series, passed 3-17-2008; Am. Ord. 2009-08, 3rd Series, passed 9-21-
2009; Am. Ord. 2010-08, 3rd Series, Passed 6-21-2010) Penalty, see § 10.99
§ 155.22 R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENCE.
(B) Uses Permitted
(8) Keeping chickens pursuant to 155.07. (This automatically carries to R-1L and R-2)
§ 155.24 R-3 MEDIUM HIGH DENSITY RESIDENCE.
(B) Uses Permitted
(6) Keeping chickens pursuant to 155.07.
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From the Animal Ordinance 91, no changes proposed:
§ 91.02 KEEPING.
It is unlawful for any person to keep any animal, not in transit, in any part of the city not
zoned for agricultural purposes.
(A) Exceptions.
(1) Chickens (Gallus gallus domesticus) subject to § 155.07.
(Prior Code, § 9.29) (Am. Ord. 2009-08, 3rd Series, passed 9-21-2009) Penalty, see
§ 10.99
(2) Temporary Keeping of Goats subject to §91. 35.
All other sections shall remain unchanged.
ADOPTED by the Hastings City Council on this 20th day of May, 2019
_________________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________________________
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a true and correct copy of an ordinance presented to and
adopted by the City of Hastings, County of Dakota, Minnesota, on the 20th day of May, 2019, as
disclosed by the records of the City of Hastings on file and of record in the office.
_____________________________________________
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
(SEAL)
This instrument drafted by:
City of Hastings (JJF)
101 4th St. East
Hastings, MN 55033
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MEETING SUMMARY
Planning Committee of the City Council
March 25, 2019 – 6:00pm
Hastings City Hall Volunteer Room
Planning Committee Members Present: Chair Vaughan, Balsanek and Leifeld
Staff Present: Interim City Administrator Flaten, Community Development Director Hinzman, City
Planner Fortney
1. Keeping of Chickens
Staff provided a summary of a request to consider an amendment to the City Code to allow the
keeping of chickens in residential areas. The Council voted against similar changes in 2009.
Staff reviewed a history of the 2009 request along with a draft version of a code amendment to
allow chickens. Committee members discussed the following:
Areas where chickens are currently allowed (Public Institution and Ag Districts).
The number of people asking to keep chickens; how broad is the support.
Actions and time committed by staff on chicken complaints.
Potential changes to the 2009 draft ordinance including:
o Prohibit the slaughter of chickens
o Provide notice that Home Owners Associations may prohibit chickens even if the city
allows.
o Clarify rodent proof containers
o Reduce notification distance from 350 feet.
o Consider a multi-year license.
o Clarify setback of coops to structures on neighboring properties.
Action: Motion by Balsanek, Second by Leifeld to prepare an ordinance amendment to allow
chickens in residential areas for review by the Planning Commission. Upon vote taken ayes 2
(Balsanek and Leifeld), nays 1 (Vaughan).
2. Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
Staff provided a summary of a proposal to reduce the number of regularly scheduled Planning
Commission Meetings from twice a month to once a month. The changes is being considered
due to the large number of cancelled Commission meetings. The Committee discussed the
possibility of reducing meetings during the winter when development activity is slower.
Meeting adjourned at 6:55pm
Meeting summary transcribed by John Hinzman
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From: Timothy Lowing
To: Justin Fortney
Subject: Chickens
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2019 9:08:06 PM
I am writing in support of allowing residents to keep a small number of chickens in
residential areas, without unnecessary restrictions or permits. Small backyard flocks play an
important role in sustainable, organic gardening. They naturally provide fertilizer, reduce
weeds, and help to control damaging insects, including Japanese beetles.
Although some have opposed the idea in the past, I don’t believe any of the fears expressed
will become an issue for the city. A small number of hens are not noisy. I certainly don’t call
the city whenever the neighborhood erupts with dogs barking at night, so their soft purring
and clucking is not likely to cause any problems. As for the concerns with odor or attracting
rodents, the small numbers will keep those issues in check. With proper care and cleaning,
they will generate less problems than dogs, cats, and bird feeders.
I am hopeful that our new mayor and city council members look at this issue with an open
mind, and look to the success of so many other cities that have allowed chickens for many
years.
Sincerely,
Tim Lowing
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To: Planning Commission
From: Justin Fortney, City Planner
Date: April 22, 2019
Item: Ordinance Amendment #2019-09 – Amend Ordinances: 155.07, 155.22, 155.24 &
155.36- Keeping of Chickens
Planning Commission Action Requested
Hold a public hearing and review a proposed amendment to Hastings City Code Chapter 155.07
- Special Provisions, R-1 Low Density Residence, 155.22.5 – R1L Low Density Residence Large Lot,
155.22 – R-3 Medium High Density Residence, and 155.36 – PI (Public Institutional).
The amendment would continue to allow the keeping of chickens in the Public Institutional
district and only modify the existing ordinance slightly. The principle change proposed to the
ordinance would allow the potential use in most residential single-family districts of the city.
History
In 2009, the Dakota County Historical Society made a request for the City to modify the
ordinance to allow the keeping of chickens at the LeDuc Estate to interpret the agricultural
aspect of William G. LeDuc’s life. Additionally, residents had requested the proposed ordinance
be amended to allow chickens in residential areas. The Planning Commission had
recommended approval of the proposal and the City Council had only approved the use in the
Public Institutional district. There were some citizens who spoke for and against the proposal.
It is likely well known by residents that backyard chickens are not allowed in Hastings, since the
2009 consideration was widely publicized. However, since that time, John and Justin in the
Planning Department each received two to three calls annually asking if the City of Hastings
allows them. A few calls are fielded by the Building Safety Department annually as well. A
couple of city receptionists also report each answering the inquiry about once annually. The
total number of request to city staff is between 7 and 10 annually. Others may look the code up
online or ask around town.
Recently, some residents have reached out to elected officials asking for the matter to be
reconsidered. The City Council Planning Committee met recently and authorized staff to bring
the request forward for consideration.
OTHER COMMUNITIES
Many cities like Hastings adopted their first zoning codes in the first half of the 20th century and
limited traditional farm animals to agricultural districts. In the last two decades, many cities have
modified their ordinances to allow chickens in nonagricultural districts. This is for a variety of
reasons including recent immigration of diverse cultures, increased focus on local organic food,
concerns about the treatment of production chickens, as pets, or in the case of the LeDuc Estate,
Planning Commission Memorandum
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as part of an interpretive museum. Staff has found that the number of cities that allow residential
chickens has quadrupled in the decade since this was last reviewed in Hastings. Some cities that
previously allowed residential chickens have gone back and reduced restrictions previously
imposed on them, mostly relating to renewals and neighbor approval. Maplewood created a new
set of ordinances aimed at embracing urban farming.
In 2009, staff found 45 major cities in the country that allow urban chickens. Now a decade later
staff has identified over 200 of them. Below are the first 67 from states A thru D:
Huntsville, AL
Birmingham
Mobile
Montgomery
Anchorage, AK
Juneau
Chandler, AZ
Gilbert
Glendale
Mesa
Peoria
Phoenix
Scottsdale
Tempe
Tucson
Little Rock, AK
Anaheim, CA
Bakersfield
Chula Vista
Elk Grove
Fremont
Fresno
Fullerton
Garden Grove
Huntington
Beach
Irvine
Lancaster
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Oakland
Orange
Pasadena
Rancho-
Cucamonga
Riverside
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Ana
Santa Clarita
Santa Rosa
Stockton
Sunnyvale
Los Angeles
Oakland
Orange
Pasadena
Rancho
Cucamonga
Riverside
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Ana
Santa Clarita
Santa Rosa
Stockton
Sunnyvale
Co. Springs, CO
Denver
Fort Collins
Longmont
Bridgeport, CT
New Haven
Washington, DC
Some local cities that allow chickens in residential zoning districts include:
Burnsville
Farmington
Inver Grove-
Heights
Mendota Heights
Eagan
West St. Paul
South St. Paul
Rosemount
Lakeville-(in
Process)
Dakota County
Edina
Richfield
Robbinsdale
Minneapolis
Savage
Elko New Market
Otsego
Maplewood
Fergus Falls
Duluth
Shoreview
St. Louis Park
Orono
Eden Prairie
Golden Valley
St. Paul
Anoka
Rochester
Waconia
Shakopee
Monticello
Minnetonka
Robbinsdale
Roseville
Bayport
Ham Lake
Little Falls
Dawson
Frazee
Brainerd
Bloomington-(in
Process)
Otsego
New Hope
All of the 100 most populated cities in the country allow backyard chickens, except Plano, TX and
Detroit, MI.
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While there are some outliers that have virtually no restrictions or permits required. The
above cities regulate chickens with different ordinances, but the following are common
inclusions: Up to four or five hens, no roosters, some require 60%-80% of neighbor
approval, fenced containment, secure coops, administrative or Council permits, and
setbacks.
Feedback from cities that allow chickens in residential areas
Staff has spoken to staff from the following cities: Rosemount, Anoka, South St. Paul,
Burnsville, Inver Grove Heights, and Farmington.
They all reported they have not had any issues or complaints with the permitted chicken
owners. They have between three and fifteen permit holders with the average number
being about nine.
Knowing all their ordinances are different, staff asked them in general what they would
change about their ordinance. Most of them said nothing, but those with yearly renewals
said they regret that aspect. They said no issues are found during the renewal and it
creates an additional fee for the permit holders. When asked if they have had any
complaints, they all responded that there has been none.
Feedback from Realtors relating to property sales and chickens
Staff reached out to several real-estate offices in the metro and asked if not allowing
chickens can be a barrier to selling a property. The realtors generally said clients come
to them with a city or cites they would consider purchasing in without knowing why some
cities were not included. They said if their clients had or wanted chickens they assume
they would only consider cities that allowed them, if possible.
Planning Commissioner Lisa Siebenaler is a realtor with Coldwell Banker in Apple Valley,
who stated at the April 11, 2019 Planning Commission meeting that she and her
colleagues are highly aware of which communities allow backyard chickens because
clients often bring it up as a requisite or an added bonus for a particular community.
Kathy Anderson, GRI, ABR, CDPE, Broker/Salesperson with Coldwell Banker Nybo & Assc,
in Cannon Falls said, We have had buyers that wanted to have chickens and wanted to
make sure they would be allowed to have them in the community they selected. We have
never had anyone that made a decision against moving to a community because it does
allow chickens.
Protea Toles, Real Estate Advisor for Edina Realty in Minneapolis said, As people are
looking to become more health cautious, animal friendly and take control of foods they
consume; backyard chickens are becoming more popular. About 6 months ago Brooklyn
Center began allowing backyard chickens and have a Facebook group for tips, resources
and ideas. She added that, I have not heard of any negative feedback from neighbors in
these cities that allow chickens.
Jamar Hardy, Managing Broker in the same office as Ms. Toles agreed with her comments.
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Kristy Crowley, Broker with Edina Realty in Apple Valley / New Prague said she had a client
who did not buy a house on acreage partly because the neighbor had a large chicken coop
near the property line. She added that many premier neighborhoods where owners may
be opposed to chickens have covenants that would not allow them or their coops
regardless of city codes.
Christine Nelson, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Burnet in Eagan said, She has sold many
houses adjacent to homes that kept chickens and this had never given any prospective
buyers pause, like homes next to large dogs as they can be intimidating and possibly
dangerous. She said she has not experienced any smells related to chickens, but has from
large dog droppings on neighboring properties.
Administrative Review
It was asked at the May 6, 2019 City Council meeting if licenses can be approved
administratively. Yes, this could be an administrative process. The process used by cities
for regulating backyard chickens very greatly. Some cities do not require a licensee at all
or only require one for more than a certain number of chickens. Some cities issue
notification to immediate neighbors administratively and only require council review if
opposition is received. About half seem to issue a license from the city council.
Enforcement
Complaints would result in contact with the owners by the planning department. This
would generally be by phone since we would have their contact information on record. If
the issue were not cleared up after the initial contact, a letter would be sent with a
deadline indicating the intended action. This could include a citation, summons to appear
in court, or revocation of license. Other city’s’ staff have indicated not having had any
issues with nuisances or violations.
Notification
A 350’ notification was originally proposed because it lines up with a standard notification
distance for rezoning and special use permits. No other cities have been found to notify
this great of a distance for chickens. Depending on the size of properties and
neighborhood layout, this could include as many as 55 properties and could notify people
six properties away. The majority of cities that notify property owners notify adjacent
properties only. This is the standard notification Hastings uses for variance requests. Staff
with other cities pointed out based on site inspections that property owners more than
one property away would likely not know there are chickens there. This appears accurate
based on visits to the chickens kept at the LeDuc Estate, which number for than four.
The Planning Commission stated that a 350’ notification was excessive and suggested no
more than 200’ was necessary. A notification of 200’ would notify 25-35 properties, which
includes the notification of owners three to four properties away.
The Planning Commission did removed a 25’ setback provision between a coop and an
adjacent home to assure that it would not restrict anyone with a small lot from proposing
to keep chickens. In measuring even the smallest properties in town, staff does not
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believe this 25’ setback from adjacent homes would restrict anyone from keeping
chickens. Staff believes this setback requirement is not overly restrictive and will lead to
a beneficial placement on the lot.
Health Risks to Humans
There are two know types of afflictions that could be carried by chickens and
transmitted to humans. The first is the Avian Flu and the second is bacteria. Neither
appears to be a risk to the community.
Avian Flu
There have only been a few cases reported in North America. The Avian Flu is not easily
transferred to humans or between humans. The CDC has released the following
statement: “In the United States there is no need at present to remove a flock of
chickens because of concerns regarding avian influenza. The U.S. Department of
Agriculture monitors potential infection of poultry and poultry products by avian
influenza viruses and other infectious disease agents.”
Bacteria
According to the CDC, the most common bacteria to be carried by chickens is
Salmonella, for dogs it is Campylobacter, but does include Salmonella. Both types of
bacteria have similar symptoms and risks; The result of contracting these bacteria
include abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, chills, fever and/or headache. In
2018, there were 334 Salmonella infections possibly linked with backyard poultry in the
country compared to 113 Campylobacter infections possibly linked to contact with
puppies. Hand washing and sanitary conditions will generally stop the passage of
bacteria. The CDC says it is avoidable by properly handling and cooking food and
washing hands with soap after handling reptiles, birds, or after contact with pet feces.
Staff spoke to the Dakota County Public Health Department in 2009 and they said there
is no concern to public health from backyard chickens in the numbers proposed (4).
They added that owners should maintain the same hand washing practice as they would
for any pet.
Fire risks
Coop fires do occur nationally every year. Investigations find these fires are most often
linked to chickens knocking over heat lamps in the winter that were not securely
mounted or installed in a heat lamp rated device. Most chicken breeds no not need
supplemental heat, but drinking water must be kept from freezing. Heat lamps are the
most common method of warming the coop/ drinking water. However, in the last
several years, safer alternatives have been developed including, infrared pet heaters,
ceramic infrared heat emitters, flat panel chicken coop heaters, heated waterer bases
and heated waterers.
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In 2018, the Hastings Fire Department responded to four structure fires in buildings
designed to contain animals: One of the fires – the cause was determined to be related
to a heating appliance for chickens, the other three building fires were too badly
damaged to rule an exact cause of origin, however, heating appliances for small animals
were suspected.
The 2017 MN State Fire Marshal’s Annual Report for fires at residential home properties
showed fixed and portable heating appliances account for 15% of fires and accounted
for 55% of dollar loss to residential properties. Residential home fires in general account
for 80% of fire deaths and 74% of fire injuries nationally.
Applicants would be required to show their proposed chicken housing plan including any
heating devices.
Predation
Rich Baker with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported that
backyard chickens would not increase the number of predators in a neighborhood. If the
predator is close, and can hear or see the prey, then they will obviously move that short
distance. He added that issues with predators can be addressed with a secured coup
and fencing.
Notification
A legal notice was published in the Hastings Star Gazette along with KDWA and the
Gazette reporting on the proposal. Staff has received a letter in support of the proposal
(attached).
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: Justin Fortney, City Planner
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: 2nd Reading - Hold Public Hearing - Resolutions: City Code Amendment 155.01,
Rezoning – C-3 to C-2 and SUP for Auto Sales – Former Auto Stop (2128
Vermillion Street)
Council Action Requested:
Hold a public hearing and act on the attached resolutions amending the Hastings City
Code Chapter 155.01 – Zoning Code-Zoning Map to rezone a half-acre parcel located at
2128 Vermillion Street to from C-3, Community Reginal Commerce to C-2, Highway
Auto-Specialized Commerce and SUP (Special Use Permit) for automotive sales..
Approval requires a simple majority of the City Council for rezoning, but a SUP requires
six of seven for approval.
Background Information:
See the attached Planning Commission staff report for a complete background of the
request.
Financial Impact:
Site reinvestment will protect the tax base.
Advisory Commission Discussion:
The Planning Commission voted 5-1 (Johnson opposed) to recommend approval of the
action at the April 22, 2019 meeting with limited discussion. Commissioner Johnson
asked about the Vermillion Street Study and if it required buildings to be built up to the
front property line with rear parking. Staff said this is a goal for redevelopment in areas
where that is the established development pattern. Staff added that the proposal is for
reuse of the current site rather than redevelopment.
No one spoke for or against the request during the public hearing besides the applicants
who explained their business and background in community support. Montgomery
Knoll, owner of the carwash across the street at 2127 Vermillion Street did not comment
on the request, but asked if the process would be the same for rezoning his property
(Hinzman said yes).
Council Committee Discussion:
N\A
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Attachments:
Proposed Ordinance Amendment
Email in opposition - May 13, 2019
Planning Commission Memo – April 22, 2019
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ORDINANCE NO. 2019-_______, THIRD SERIES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS, MINNESOTA AMENDING SECTION 155.01,
ZONING CODE OF THE CITY CODE HAVING TO DO WITH:
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Hastings that property located at 2128
Vermillion Street, legally described as Lots 4 & 5, Block 3, Town of Vermillion, Dakota
County, Minnesota is hereby rezoned from to C-3, Community Regional Commerce to C-
2, Highway Auto-Specialized Commerce.
EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage and approval and publication, as required by law and/or charter.
ADOPTED by the Hastings City Council on this 20th day of April, 2019.
_________________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________________________
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a true and correct copy of an ordinance presented to
and adopted by the City of Hastings, County of Dakota, Minnesota, on the 20th day of
April, 2019, as disclosed by the records of the City of Hastings on file and of record in the
office.
_____________________________________________
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
(SEAL)
This instrument drafted by:
City of Hastings (JJF)
101 4th St. East
Hastings, MN 55033
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO._________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS GRANTING A SPECIAL
USE PERMIT FOR AUTO SALES IN THE C-2 ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 2128
VERMILLION STREET
Council member ___________________________ introduced the following Resolution
and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, Matthew Balsimo, owner of Deals with Wheels has petitioned for Special Use
Permit approval for auto sales generally located at 2128 Vermillion Street, legally
described as Lots 4 & 5, Block 3, Town of Vermillion, Dakota County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, on April 22, 2019, a public hearing and review was conducted before
the Planning Commission of the City of Hastings, as required by state law, city charter,
and city ordinance; and
WHEREAS, The Planning Commission recommended approval of the request
subject to the conditions hereunder; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has reviewed the request and recommendation of the
Planning Commission.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS AS
FOLLOWS:
That the City Council hereby approves the Special Use Permit as presented subject to
the following conditions:
1) Conformance with the site plan and SUP Planning Commission Staff Report and
plans dated April 22, 2019.
2) If the use authorized has not been established within one year from approval by
the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, the permit shall be null and void.
3) If the use authorized is discontinued for a period of three years or longer, the
permit shall be null and void.
Council member ______________________ moved a second to this resolution and upon
being put to a vote it was adopted by the Council Members present.
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Adopted by the Hastings City Council on May 20, 2019, by the following vote:
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
ATTEST: __________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
________________________________
Julie Flaten,
City Clerk (City Seal)
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a true and correct copy of resolution presented to
and adopted by the City of Hastings, County of Dakota, Minnesota, on the 20th day of
May, 2019, as disclosed by the records of the City of Hastings on file and of record in the
office.
________________________________
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
(SEAL)
This instrument drafted by:
City of Hastings (JJF)
101 4th St. E.
Hastings, MN 55033
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From: "Pamela Pontzer"
Date: Mon, May 13, 2019 at 12:30 PM -0500
Subject: Used car lot
To: "Lisa Leifeld", "Trevor Lund”, "Mayor Mary", "Tina Folch", "Lori Braucks", "Joe
Balsanek"
Please respond with your thoughts -
Hi All - I thought that I would weigh in on my disgust about the used car lot plan for Highway 61.
The proposed location of the lot is not in compliance with current zoning regulations. I am also
curious about the Highway 61 corridor study. It was my understanding that the city was
attempting to make this stretch of road more attractive - a used car lot is the best that we can do?
Every now and again, we should say no to a business that wants to locate in a non-compliant
zoning area - particularly when that location will color a tourists perception (it is certainly coloring
mine) of our town.
Pam Pontzer
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To: Planning Commission
From: Justin Fortney, City Planner
Date: April 22, 2019
Item: Rezoning and SUP #2019-11 - C-3 to C-2 - 2128 Vermillion Street – Automotive sales
- Deals with Wheels
Planning Commission Action Requested:
Hold a public hearing and review a request to rezone property from C-3 Community
Reginal Commerce to C-2 Highway Auto-Specialized Commerce and SUP (Special Use
Permit) for automotive sales. The Planning Commission is asked to make a
recommendation to the City Council.
Background Information:
The half-acre parcel is located at 2128 Vermillion Street and was the site of the Auto Stop
gas station and convenience store that closed several years ago. The site has been for sale
for some time. There is purportedly use restrictions recorded against the property
limiting it from being reopened as a gas station, convenience store, auto parts sales,
automotive repair, and possibly other uses.
The applicants operate a used car dealership in Inver Grove Heights called Deals with
Wheels. They would like to have a smaller satellite location in Hastings to serve a wider
area. While their main location has a service center, they are not including one at the
subject location.
Site improvements would include remodeling of the building, new sign, and restriping of
the parking lot.
Comprehensive Plan Classification
The property is guided as Commercial in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The proposed
use is consistent with the plan.
Zoning Classification
The property is currently zoned C-3 Community Regional Commerce. The existing zoning
district allows all retail and retail services, office, residential above the first floor, lodging,
entertainment and amusement, clubs, parking lots by right and auto repair, carwashes,
animal clinics, towers, and brew pubs by SUP. The proposed use is not listed as allowable
in the district. C-2 Highway Auto-Specialized Commerce is the only district that allows
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automotive and farm implement sales, which is by SUP. The C-2 district also allows
commercial establishments that are oriented to the motorist including eating places,
automobile service stations, auto repair shops, car wash, motel and similar.
If a site is approved for auto sales through a SUP, it is only valid for the use as outlined in
the approval and becomes null and void after one year of not beginning or after three
years of inactivity. The use may run perpetually with the land as long as the operation
does not change scope, scale, or violate terms of approval.
Adjacent Zoning and Land Use
The following land uses abut the property:
Direction Use Comp Plan District Zoning District
North Las Margaritas Commercial C-3
East Highway 61
Gahnz Furniture
Commercial
C-3
South 23rd Street E
Domino’s Pizza
Commercial
C-3
West Apartment Building
Medium density Res R-3 Med High Den
Zoning Map
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Zoning Districts
The southern Vermillion Street corridor has a mix of C-3, C-2, and C-4 zoning. All three
of these zoning districts are very similar in intensity allowed. They all allow retail
commerce and include uses with similar impact to area traffic, noise, customers, and
hours of operation. Because of these similarities, zoning of individual parcels non-
contiguously would not constitute spot zoning according to state case law or League of
Minnesota City best practices. All of the surrounding commercial uses are zoned C-3,
but would also be allowed in the C-2 district.
There is comparatively little land zoned C-2 in the city and has made it difficult in the
past for some prospective business owners to find properties to operate auto sales in
Hastings. Only eight parcels are zoned C-2 and have already been developed.
Zoning Descriptions
§ 155.29 C-2 HIGHWAY AUTO-SPECIALIZED COMMERCE.
A. Intent. The intent of this chapter in establishing a highway-auto-specialized
commerce district is to provide appropriate areas for commercial establishments
which are oriented to the motoring public or which require large sites for off-street
parking or display of merchandise.
B. Uses permitted.
1) Commercial establishments which are oriented to the motorist
including, but not limited to, eating places, automobile service stations, auto
repair shops, car wash, and motel.
2) Accessory uses incidental to the foregoing principal uses including, but
not limited to, off-street parking.
C. Uses by special permit.
1) Commercial establishments requiring large sites for off-street parking
or for outdoor display and sales such as farm implement sale, auto and truck
dealers, manufactured home sales, and building material sales. Open sales or
rental lots are subject to the site plan review requirements of § 155.51; and
2) Towers as regulated by § 155.07. (Prior Code, § 10.19) Penalty, see
§10.99
§ 155.30 C-3 COMMUNITY REGIONAL COMMERCE.
A Intent. The intent of this chapter in establishing a community-regional
commerce district is in recognition of the existing downtown commercial
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development and of the need for its future expansions, rehabilitation and
redevelopment.
B Uses permitted.
(1) Commercial establishments including, but not limited to, the following:
a) Retail and service establishments excluding automobile repair;
b) Offices;
c) Entertainment and amusement services; and
d) Lodging services including hotel and motel.
(2) Public and semi-public buildings;
(3) Private clubs;
(4) Residential dwellings provided they are located above the first floor level;
(5) Automobile parking lots;
(6) Churches; and
(7) Accessory uses incidental to the foregoing principal uses.
C. Uses by special permit.
(1) Automobile service stations and motor vehicle repair and wash;
(2) Small animal clinics, excluding establishments with outside runs and
non- patient overnight boarding;
(3) Towers as regulated by § 155.07; and
(4) Residential dwellings on the first floor level provided the dwelling is
accessory to a commercial use, less than 50% of the first level floor area and is
located in the rear of the building with a separate outside entrance. (Prior Code, §
10.20A) Penalty, see § 10.99
(5) Brew Pub
(6) Brewery Taproom, provided that a minimum 20 percent of the floor
area devoted to use as retail sales and a brewery production and
distribution area up to 7,500 square feet.
(7) Microdistillery with Cocktail Room, provided that a minimum 20
percent of the floor area is devoted to use as retail sales and a
microdistillery production and distribution area up to 7,500 square
feet.
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(8) Conversion of existing building space of no greater than 10,000 s.f. into
a restaurant, tavern, or lounge per Section 155.09, Subd. F.6.
(Ord. 2015-12, 3rd Series, passed 10-19-15) (Ord. 2017-13, 3rd Series, passed on
12-18-17)
Notice
Property owners within 350-feet were notified of the proposed rezoning. Staff has not
received any comments.
Recommended Action:
Staff finds no issues with rezoning the property to C-2. Most abutting properties are
zoned C-3 with similar intensity uses, which would also be allowed in a C-2 district. The
rezoning will allow for reuse of the property.
If the property is rezoned, staff recommends approval of the SUP with the following
conditions:
4) Development in conformance with the Planning Commission Staff Report and
plans dated April 22, 2019.
5) Provide a photometric plan meeting ordinance requirements for any additional
lighting.
6) Approval is subject to a one year Sunset Clause; if significant progress is not
made towards the proposal within one year of City Council approval, the
approval is null and void.
7) Approval is subject to a three year Sunset Clause; if the proposed use ceases for
a period of three or more years, the approval is null and void.
8) If the proposed use changes significantly or intensifies a new SUP will be
required.
9) Violations of the SUP approval or nuisances shall be grounds for a hearing to
consider revocation of the SUP.
Attachments:
Site Photos
Aerial Map
Zoning map
Site Layout
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Site Photos
Aerial Map
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Area Zoning Map
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General Site Improvements
More Accurate Parking and Display Plan
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: John Hinzman, Community Development Director
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Public Hearing and Resolution: Vacation of ROW #2019-13 – Todd Field
Council Action Requested:
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of the attached resolution vacating portions
of right-of-way underlying Todd Field as requested by ISD 200. The proposed vacated
areas include Eddy Street between 10th Street and TH 55 and the adjoining alleys platted
within Block 77 and 78, TOWN OF HASTINGS. The City Council ordered the public
hearing on May 6, 2019. A simple majority is necessary for action.
Background Information:
History – The right-of-way was established upon the platting of the original Town of
Hastings in 1857. Development of Todd Field began in 1932 and the first football game
was played in 1934. The City has no record of the right-of-ways ever being vacated.
Existing Condition – The entirety of the proposed vacated areas lie beneath Todd Field
and the adjoining parking lot to the west.
Proposed Condition – ISD 200 plans various improvements to the stadium area
including building renovations and installation of synthetic turf consistent with April 15,
2019 Site Plan Approval.
Vacation Procedure – Hastings Home Rule Charter Section 7.05 regulates the vacation
of streets and alleys. The City Council may consider vacating public ways upon
published and mailed notice to affected property owners.
Public Notice – Notice of the vacation was mailed to all property owners within 350 feet
of the request. No comments have been received at this time.
Recommendation – Approval of the vacation is recommended. The proposed area does
not contain any public utilities and the City does not have plans to improve the proposed
right-of-ways.
Advisory Commission Discussion:
N\A
Council Committee Discussion:
N\A
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Attachments:
Resolution
Location Map
Application
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO._________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS
VACATING EDDY STREET AND ADJOINING ALLEYS IN THE VICINITY OF
TODD FIELD\MCNAMARA STADIUM
Council member ___________________________ introduced the following
Resolution and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, Wold Architects and Engineers on behalf of Independent School
District No. 200 has requested to vacate portions of public right-of-way located within
Todd Field\McNamara Stadium generally located northwest of Vermillion Street and TH
55, legally described as follows:
That part of Eddy Street, as dedicated in the plat of TOWN OF HASTINGS,
Dakota County, Minnesota, which lies between Blocks 77 and 78, said TOWN
OF HASTINGS, and which lies North of the Northerly right of way line of State
Highway No. 55 per MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 19-83, said Dakota County, Minnesota.
AND
That part of the alley in said Block 78, as dedicated in said plat of TOWN OF
HASTINGS.
AND
That part of the alley in said Block 77, as dedicated in said plat of TOWN OF
HASTINGS.
WHEREAS, on May 20, 2019, a public hearing on the proposed vacation was held
before the City Council of the City of Hastings, which was preceded by proper notice, as
required by state law, city charter, and city ordinance; and
WHEREAS, The City of Hastings in all respects proceeded with the vacation hearing
as required by the city charter, ordinances, and applicable statues.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HASTINGS AS FOLLOWS:
That the request to vacate said right-of-way as legally described above is hereby approved
subject to the following conditions:
1. The vacation of easement shall not become effective until recorded with Dakota
County.
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Council member ______________________ moved a second to this resolution and
upon being put to a vote it was adopted by all Council Members present.
Adopted by the Hastings City Council on May 20, 2019, by the following vote:
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
ATTEST: __________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
________________________________
Julie Flaten
City Clerk
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a true and correct copy of resolution presented to
and adopted by the City of Hastings, County of Dakota, Minnesota, on the 20th day of May,
2019, as disclosed by the records of the City of Hastings on file and of record in the office.
________________________________
Julie Flaten
City Clerk (SEAL)
This instrument drafted by:
City of Hastings (JH)
101 4th St. E.
Hastings, MN 55033
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LOCATION MAP
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Ryan Stempski – City Engineer
Date: May 15, 2019
Item: Contract Award for 2019 Sanitary Sewer Lining Program
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
Council is requested to adopt the attached resolution to award a contract for the 2019 Sanitary Sewer Lining
Program project.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The City received six bids for this project on May 8th. A summary of the bids is listed below.
Bidder Total Bid
Hydro-Klean – Des Moines, IA $251,418.20
Insituform Technologies USA, LLC – Chesterfield, MO $255,665.20
Lametti & Sons, Inc. – Hugo, MN $266,000.00
Michels Corporation – Brownsville, WI $273,038.40
Visu-Sewer, Inc. – Pewaukee, WI $291,559.00
SAK Construction, LLC – O’Fallon, MO $296,490.50
The receipt of six bids provided a competitive bid environment, and the low bid arrived within City budgetary
constraints of $300,000 for this work. The engineer’s construction cost estimate for this work was $237,206.00.
CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATION
The City has confirmed qualifications of Hydro-Klean on sewer lining projects in the industry. Staff also confirmed
that Hydro-Klean’s bid bond is valid.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
This project is the implementation of the sanitary sewer lining program that was approved in the 2019 Budget in
the amount of $300,000.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff is recommending that the City Council move forward in adopting the attached resolution awarding the
contract to Hydro-Klean, in the amount of $251,418.20.
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CITY OF HASTINGS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION RECEIVING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR PROJECT 2019-2
2019 SANITARY SEWER LINING PROGRAM
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for Project 2019-2, the 2019 Sanitary Sewer Lining Program
project, and bids were opened on May 8, 2019 and tabulated according to law, and the following bids were
received:
Bidder Total Bid
Hydro-Klean – Des Moines, IA $251,418.20
Insituform Technologies USA, LLC – Chesterfield, MO $255,665.20
Lametti & Sons, Inc. – Hugo, MN $266,000.00
Michels Corporation – Brownsville, WI $273,038.40
Visu-Sewer, Inc. – Pewaukee, WI $291,559.00
SAK Construction, LLC – O’Fallon, MO $296,490.50
and
WHEREAS, it appears that Hydro-Klean is the lowest responsible bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract Hydro-Klean.
2. The total amount of the contract is hereby declared to be $251,418.20.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HASTINGS, MINNESOTA, THIS 20TH DAY OF MAY, 2019.
Ayes:
Nays:
Mary D. Fasbender, Mayor
ATTEST:
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: John Caven
Date: April 26, 2019
Item: Award of Contract – 2019 Mill & Overlay Program
Council Action Requested:
The council is requested to award the contract for the 2019 Mill & Overlay Program to the lowest
responsible bidder, Park Construction Company, in the amount of $445,104.62. This project will provide
a renewed pavement surface on Ramsey St from 10th St to 18th St, Tyler St from 10th St to 18th St and
River St from 4th St to Hwy 55. Also, General Sieben Dr at Market Blvd and South Frontage Rd will
receive crosswalk and/or median improvements to improve pedestrian safety.
Background Information:
Four bids were received and opened for the 2019 Mill & Overlay Program on Thursday, April 25, 2019.
The substantial completion date for the project is July 18, 2019.
Bidder Amount
Park Construction Company $445,104.62
MN Paving and Materials $507,599.12
Bituminous Roadways
McNamara Contracting
$528,039.15
$548,088.45
Financial Impact:
The State Aid street portion of the 2019 Mill & Overlay Program is paid by State Aid funding up to
$200,000, the local residential non-State Aid streets will be paid up to $200,000 from Upkeep to
Grounds, and the General Sieben Dr pedestrian safety improvements will be paid up to $65,000 from
Capital Outlay. The low bid, submitted by Park Construction Company, came in 1% lower than the
construction cost estimate and is within the overall budget. The estimated construction costs for the
State Aid portion is $206,900, non-State Aid portion is $190,045, and General Sieben Dr pedestrian
safety improvements is $48,159. Savings from the non-State Aid portion will be used to pay for the
State Aid portion exceeding $200,000.
Attachments:
Project Maps (2)
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CITY OF HASTINGS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Resolution No. _____
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
2019 MILL & OVERLAY PROGRAM
WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for 2019 Mill & Overlay Program, bids were
opened on April 25, 2019 and tabulated according to law, and the following bids were received:
Bidder Amount
Park Construction Company $445,104.62
MN Paving and Materials
Bituminous Roadways
McNamara Contracting
$507,599.12
$528,039.15
$548,088.45
WHEREAS, Park Construction Company is the lowest bidder, and
WHEREAS, Park Construction Company has been determined to be qualified for the contract;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HASTINGS AS FOLLOWS;
1) The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract for the
2019 Mill & Overlay Program with Park Construction Company in the amount of
$445,104.62
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HASTINGS, MINNESOTA, THIS 20TH DAY OF
MAY, 2019.
Ayes:
Nays:
ATTEST:
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
Julie Flaten, City Clerk (Seal)
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: John Hinzman, Community Development Director
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Authorize Signature: Cost Sharing Agreement for Alley Improvements – Great River
Landing Parking Ramp
Council Action Requested:
Authorize signature of the attached Cost Sharing Agreement for Alley Improvements between
the City and Confluence Development LLC for the alley located directly south of the Great River
Landing Parking Ramp. The agreement commits the City to pay for 50 percent of the cost of
improving the alley with a maximum contribution of $20,000. Authorization requires a simple
majority of the City Council.
Background Information:
The subject alley provides access to the 88 2nd story parking stalls of the ramp. The alley is in
poor condition and is not scheduled for improvements in the near future. City staff and
Confluence are in agreement that the alley should be improved prior to completion of the
parking ramp.
Financial Impact:
The cost share agreement would result in future reconstruction savings to the City. Completing
the alley improvements as a public project would result in the City paying a greater percentage
of the alley cost, with Confluence paying a lower share of the cost.
The maximum City contribution will be $20,000 with funding allocated from residual bond
funds. We will pay off bond issuance 2007A in 2019 and anticipate approximately $30,000 to
be available.
Council Committee Discussion:
N\A
Advisory Commission Discussion:
N\A
Attachments:
Site Pictures
Cost Sharing Agreement
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SITE PICTURES
Courtesy of Nick Egger
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COST SHARING AGREEMENT FOR ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS
THIS COST SHARING AGREEMENT FOR ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS (the “Cost
Share Agreement”), is made on or as of the ____ day of May, 2019, by and among the City of
Hastings, a home rule charter city under the laws of the State of Minnesota (hereinafter referred to
as the "City"), having its principal office at 101 Fourth Street East, Hastings, Minnesota 55033,
and Confluence Development LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company (hereinafter referred to
as the "Redeveloper"), having its principal office at 101 East 10th Street, Suite 300, Hastings,
Minnesota 55033.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, the Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority
(hereinafter referred to as the “Authority”), the City and the Redeveloper have entered into that
certain Purchase and Development Agreement dated January 18, 2016 (the “Original
Agreement”), as amended by that certain First Amendment to Purchase and Development
Agreement dated January 2, 2018 (the “First Amendment”) and as further amended by that
certain Second Amendment to Purchase and Development Agreement dated July 23, 2018 (the
“Second Amendment”) (the Original Agreement, the First Amendment, and the Second
Amendment to be collectively referred to hereinafter as the “Agreement”) pursuant to which the
Authority agreed to sell certain real property to the Redeveloper, for the purpose of rehabilitating
the building located on such property (as defined in the Agreement, the “Redevelopment
Property”) and further by which the Redeveloper agreed to construct a parking ramp (as defined
in the Agreement, the “Parking Ramp”) on property owned by the Redeveloper adjacent to the
Redevelopment Property (as defined in the Agreement, the “FNB Property”).
WHEREAS, there exists a public alley (hereinafter referred to as the “Alley”) lying south
of and adjacent to the FNB Property which runs between Eddy Street and Vermillion Street and
which is depicted in more detail on the attached Exhibit A. The Alley will provide access to the
Parking Ramp and the FNB Property.
WHEREAS, the condition of the Alley surface has deteriorated and the City and
Redeveloper have agreed that repairs and improvements to the Alley should be undertaken at the
same time the Parking Ramp improvements are completed. The Redeveloper has obtained a quote
to complete the proposed repairs and improvements in the amount of Forty-Two Thousand, Four
Hundred Fifty-Eight and no/100 Dollars ($42,458.00) (the “Maximum Price”).
WHEREAS, the City and the Redeveloper have agreed to share the costs of the specified
repairs to the Alley and desire to enter into this Cost Share Agreement to set forth their agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereby agree as follows:
Section 1. Words and terms used herein and not otherwise defined shall have the
meanings assigned to them in the Agreement. The foregoing Recitals are incorporated herein by
reference to the same extent as if they were repeated here.
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Section 2. The Redeveloper shall undertake and contract for the repairs and
improvements to the Alley (hereinafter referred to as the “Alley Work”) according to the plans
and specifications prepared by the Redeveloper and attached hereto as Exhibit A (the “Approved
Plans”), and subject to all reasonable oversight and inspection required by the City for projects
undertaken within public rights-of-way, provided that no bonds, letters of credit or other security,
or inspection escrows or payments shall be required from the Redeveloper in connection with the
Alley Work. The Redeveloper shall cause the Alley Work to be performed on a time and material
basis not to exceed the Maximum Price. Redeveloper shall instruct its contractors performing the
Alley Work to track and maintain records of all quantities and expenditures for the Alley Work.
The Redeveloper shall submit to the City copies of invoices, bills, rate sheets, and/or other
documentation customarily used to verify billings on a time and material basis (the “Billing
Documentation”) along with submission of the City Payment Invoice, as defined in Section 3
hereof. Redeveloper shall secure and assign to City its rights in a one-year warranty covering the
Alley Work.
Section 3. Upon completion of the Alley Work and subject to the City’s reasonable
approval that the Alley Work has been completed in accordance with the Approved Plans, the
Redeveloper shall submit an invoice to the City for the City’s share of the cost of the Alley Work
(the “City Payment Invoice”), which amount shall be the lesser of: (a) one-half (1/2) of the actual
costs incurred by the Redeveloper for the Alley Work, or (b) Twenty Thousand and no/100 Dollars
($20,000.00). Subject to the City’s prompt review of the City Payment Invoice and confirmation
that the cost is supported by Billing Documentation, the City shall pay the amount of the City
Payment Invoice to the Redeveloper within 21 days of receipt of the City Payment Invoice and
Billing Documentation.
Section 4. The City and Redeveloper shall each maintain books, records, documents
and other evidence pertaining to the costs or expenses associated with the work performed pursuant
to this Cost Share Agreement. Upon request, the City and Redeveloper shall each allow the
Legislative Auditor or the State Auditor to inspect, audit, copy or abstract all of the books, records,
papers or other documents relevant to this Cost Share Agreement as required by Minnesota
Statutes Section 16C.05. The parties shall each use generally accepted accounting principles in
the maintenance of such books and records, and shall retain all such books, records, documents
and other evidence for a period of six (6) years from the date of the completion of the activities
funded by this Cost Share Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and the Redeveloper have caused this Cost Share
Agreement to be duly executed in their names and on their behalf on or as of the date first above
written.
CITY OF HASTINGS, MINNESOTA
By_________________________________
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
By_________________________________
Julie Flaten, City Clerk
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) SS.
COUNTY OF DAKOTA )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of May 2019, by
Mary Fasbender and Julie Flaten, the Mayor and the City Clerk of the City of Hastings, Minnesota,
a statutory city under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
______________________________
Notary Public
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CONFLUENCE DEVELOPMENT, LLC
By_________________________________
Patrick Regan
Its: Vice President
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) SS.
COUNTY OF DAKOTA )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of May 2019, by
Patrick Regan, the Vice President of Confluence Development LLC, a Minnesota limited liability
company.
______________________________
Notary Public
This document was drafted by:
Daniel J. Fluegel
FLUEGEL LAW FIRM P.A.
999 Westview Drive, Suite 1
Hastings, MN 55033
Phone: 651-438-9777
dan@fluegel.com
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EXHIBIT A
ALLEY DEPICTION AND APPROVED PLANS
See attached depiction of Alley and Approved Plans
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City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From: Justin Fortney, City Planner
Date: May 20, 2019
Item: Resolution - Authorize Submittal of the Draft Comprehensive Plan for Review
City Council Action Requested:
The City Council is asked to take action on the attached resolution authorizing staff to submit
the Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan update to the Metropolitan Council for review.
After the 120 day Metropolitan Council review of the plan, the City Council may consider
adoption of the plan.
A simple majority is needed for approval.
Background Information:
A Comprehensive Plan is the policy document that details the vision and goals for the City of
Hastings and outlines the steps to take in order to achieve that vision. Our Comprehensive Plan
guides future decisions regarding physical, social, and economic character of the City. The
current plan was developed in 2007-2008 and looked out 20-years to 2030. The community has
spent the past two years updating the plan that will now look out 20-years to 2040.
We utilized a 19-member steering committee of citizen volunteers and the chairs of our
advisory commissions. This steering committee met monthly for just over a year providing
direction on the community outreach, plan direction, and even editing of the draft document.
Due to the extensive work performed on the brand new 2030 Comprehensive Plan, its
continued relevance, and the low growth since its adoption, it was determined that this 2040
plan would be an update of the existing plan. This time however, we placed much of our
resources into extensive community outreach to determine if the direction of the plan is correct
and our community priorities.
Our findings determined that the residents, focus groups, and elected officials agreed with the
direction of the 2030 plan and their priorities were revitalization of the Vermillion Street
Corridor, public transportation improvements particularly within Hastings, along with increased
residential development and affordability.
Because of this input, we bolstered our policies on supporting current and proposed transit
options including Dial-a-Ride, Red Rock Transitway, and future fixed-route service. We also
added policies related to active transportation systems including sidewalks, trails, and paths.
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In our meetings with local and national housing developers, we learned that the biggest
variable to housing costs are the cost of the land and landowners are holding to the figures
quoted over a decade ago during the housing bubble. They said material and labor costs are
fixed and development fees are fairly even across the metro. They added that the only way to
overcome all these high costs to provide a more affordable, but quality product is by economies
of scale. This is why there have recently been so many large developments in the metro. They
added that our market may have a hard time supporting the scale needed to bring the costs
down to what buyers may consider affordable. To address the desire for more affordable
housing we guided more future land uses to residential, which would increase available land for
purchase and add some competition amongst sellers. We also tightened up the future
development staging area to assure that land closer to existing infrastructure is developed first,
as infrastructure extensions and improvements by developers are rolled into the cost of their
homes and increases city maintenance costs.
While the Plan discusses the importance of the Vermillion Street corridor, it defers directly to
that specific plan for implementation strategies for redevelopment and aesthetic
considerations.
Public Outreach
The public outreach for the project was kicked off in July, 2017 with an interactive booth at
Rivertown Days where we also handed out leaflets that highlighted the projects purpose and
listed participation opportunities. We have been maintaining a project website where citizens
can sign up for project updates, participate in a community survey and mapping, view project
progress, review Steering Committee meeting materials, and the draft plan. We have also
implemented the following engagement techniques.
• Press releases to local press
• In Studio interviews at HCTV
• Open Public Workshop (August) – published in Star Gazette, KDWA, website, social
media
• Newsletters mailed to all Hastings residents (September) Front page article focusing on
Community Development included an explanation of the Plan and asked residents to
participate in engagement tools.
• Joint City Council and Planning Commission SWAT analysis
• Social media: Facebook and Twitter posts encouraging people to get involved, attend
meetings, and take survey/use map
• Website: multiple stories placed in News section of our website
• An open ended student survey for youth participation.
• Paper copies (120) of the community survey were delivered to the Senor Center and
area churches.
• Key stake holder interviews have been held over two days with 30 individuals and four
hour-long focus groups
• Flyers were given to all Stakeholder and Focus Group participants in September with
links to the project website and encouraged to take the survey and follow the project.
• Chris has done interviews with Kelly Casey at KDWA mentioning the process, upcoming
engagement activities, mentioning the website and asking listeners to take the survey.
• Held the Pop-up meeting at Spiral Brewery during Holiday Hoopla downtown.
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• Flyers were on the counter at City Hall with project information, website, and schedule.
• Monthly Steering Committee Meetings through April 2018.
• Open house to receive public input from the draft plan. Live streamed online and
replayed on HCTV.
• City Council workshop providing final direction and authorization to distribute the plan
for comments.
• Sent the plan to affected jurisdictions for comments and updated the plan accordingly.
• Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on April 22, 2019 and recommended
approval of the plan.
Financial Impact:
The contract price for MSA’s consulting work is $68,300 and will be paid through existing
budgeted funds and a $32,000 grant from Metropolitan Council. The plan should guide the
city’s future development in an orderly and efficient manner that will save tax, investment, and
consumer dollars.
Advisory Commission Discussion:
The Planning Commission reviewed a draft of the updated plan on June 25th, 2018 and
recommended approval to the City Council along with other City Commissions. After City
Council approval on July 9, 2018, the plan was disseminated to affected jurisdictions for a 6-
month comment period. We have now incorporated comments received into the plan and at
its April 22, 2019 meeting, the Planning Commission reviewed these minor changes, held a
public hearing, and recommended approval of the plan to the City Council.
Council Committee Discussion:
The Planning Committee of the City Council met twice in 2017 to provide direction on the
scope of the update, project steering committee, and the hiring of a consultant. The City
Council received updates from MSA, staff and participated in two workshops guiding the
development of the plan and feedback prior to sending it to affected jurisdictions for review.
Attachments:
• Resolution – Authorize staff to submit the plan to the Metropolitan Council for review
• Consultant memo showing the affected jurisdiction comments and the incorporation of
them into the plan.
• Digital Attachment: 2040 Comprehensive Plan Draft: https://hastings2040plan.com/
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CITY OF HASTINGS
RESOLUTION 2019-__________
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes section 473.864 requires each local governmental unit to review and, if necessary, amend its entire comprehensive plan and its fiscal devices and official controls at least once every ten years to ensure its comprehensive plan conforms to metropolitan system plans and ensure its fiscal devices and official controls do not conflict with the comprehensive plan or permit activities that conflict with metropolitan system plans; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes sections 473.858 and 473.864 require local governmental units to complete their “decennial” reviews by December 31, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the City Council requested and was granted an extension to allow the required six month review period for affected jurisdictions to laps; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, Planning Commission, and the City/Town/County Staff have prepared a proposed Comprehensive Plan intended to meet the requirements of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act and Metropolitan Council guidelines and procedures; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 473.858, the proposed
Comprehensive Plan was submitted to adjacent governmental units and affected special districts and school districts for review and comment on August 6, 2018, and the statutory six-month review and comment period has elapsed; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered the proposed Comprehensive Plan and all public comments, and thereafter submitted its recommendations to this Council/Board; and
WHEREAS, the City conducted a public hearing on April 22, 2019 relative to the
adoption of the proposed Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council/Town/County Board has reviewed the proposed Comprehensive Plan and those recommendations, public comments, and comments from adjacent jurisdictions and affected districts; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes section 473.858 requires a local governmental unit to submit its proposed comprehensive plan to the Metropolitan Council following recommendation by the planning commission and after consideration but before final approval by the governing body of the local governmental unit.
WHEREAS, based on its review of the proposed Comprehensive Plan and Planning Commission and staff recommendations, the City Council is ready to submit its proposed plan to the Metropolitan Council for review pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 473.864; and
NOW THERE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF HASTINGS MINNESOTA, AS FOLLOWS:
1.The Hastings City Planner is directed to distribute said Comprehensive Plan to theMetropolitan Council by July 1, 2019 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 473.864.
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Adopted by the City Council of Hastings on May 20, 2018.
_________________________________ Mayor Fasbender Attest:
_________________________________ Julie Flaten, City Clerk
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Hastings 2040 Comp Plan Edits from
Surrounding Jurisdictions
To: Justin Fortney, City Planner, Hastings, MN
From: Chris Janson & Claire Michelson, MSA
Subject: Hastings 2040 Comp Plan Edits from Surrounding Jurisdictions
Date: April 1, 2019
Justin,
Below is a list of Washington County, Minnesota DNR, National Park Services and Dakota County review
comments and the corresponding response, explanation and/or changes to the City of Hastings 2040
Comprehensive Plan. The comments from the responding jurisdictions are in grey font and the
action/explanation is in red font.
Please review these along with PDF’s of the updated chapters and let me know if you have any questions
or additional edits. I have updated the Chapters on the project website as well.
Thanks!
-Chris Janson
Washington County
Good afternoon,
Thank you for the opportunity to review the draft City of Hastings Comprehensive Plan. Washington
County offers the following comment:
Chapter 10: Parks, Open Space and Trails
• Page 62: Recommend addition of Point Douglas Regional Trail in this section.
• More information on the trail can be found in the draft 2040 Washington County
Comprehensive Plan on page 7-43.
Added this trail in the trails section in Chapter 10 on Page 10-64.
That’s it!
Again, we appreciate the opportunity to review the draft City of Hastings Comprehensive Plan and look
forward to working with the city to create a common vision for the future of the region.
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Regards,
Colin
Minnesota DNR
Specific Comments on Parks, Trails and Open Space. We appreciate the extensive and thoughtful
discussion of the Natural and Open Space (Greenway) System.
• P. 10-34. The discussion of the DNR’s properties contains some incomplete information. The
Hastings Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is different from the Hastings Sand Coulee Scientific
and Natural Area (SNA) and should be labelled as separate management units on the map. The
DNR has sold the northern section of the Hastings WMA and is interested in selling the southern
portion. The DNR has no interest in selling the Hastings Sand Coulee SNA, and may be expanding
this unit as willing sellers and funding become available. Like a majority of SNAs, this area is open
to the public, but no formal trails are permitted, since the purpose of an SNA is to protect
fragile/threatened species and ecosystems. Therefore, any trails designated as future trails on this
property should be removed from the Planned + Existing park maps, pp. 10-17 and 10-45.
The City of Hastings, perhaps Parks and Recreation, will need to edit this map (this map is
located twice on in chapter 10).
• Regarding the Maps Entitled: Planned + Existing Parks and Trails Map (pp. 10-17, 10-45). Existing
and planned trails are denoted in the same line style. We recommended showing proposed trails
as dashed lines, to provide clarity.
The City of Hastings, perhaps Parks and Recreation, will need to edit this map (this map is
located twice on in chapter 10).
• Here is some language from our website about the Hastings Sand Coulee that could be included to
describe this area:
The Hastings Coulee SNA provides a unique recreational opportunity to explore an
undeveloped, mostly intact landscape. Visitors may enjoy bird and other wildlife
watching, hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, and nature photography.
Originally designated in 2007 as a 77-acre SNA and since expanded to include three
parcels totaling more than 267 acres, this site takes its name from the Hastings Sand
Coulee, a 2.5 mile-long valley once occupied by a glacial stream that now supports the
most significant dry prairie in Dakota County. A tributary stream to the Vermillion
River meanders through all three parcels of this SNA, which serve to protect high
quality native plant communities including dry sand-gravel prairie, mesic prairie, oak
woodland and oak forest in an area otherwise dominated by agricultural land use and
expanding housing developments. A remarkable assembly of native species find critical
habitat within this SNA, among them plants such as James' polanisia, sea- beach
needlegrass, and clasping milkweed, and animals such as the regal fritillary
butterfly, Ottoe skipper, gopher snake, blue racer and loggerhead shrike.
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Section on the SNA was added on page 10-33, there is a paragraph describing the area and its
natural importance the description above has been added.
The Hastings Sand Coulee SNA provides a unique recreational opportunity to explore an
undeveloped mostly intact landscape. Visitors may enjoy bird and other wildlife watching, hiking,
show shoeing and cross-country skiing and natural photography. This area is open to the public
but no formal trails are permitted as the primary focus of the SNA is to protect fragile species and
ecosystems. A tributary stream to the Vermillion River meanders through all three parcels of this
SNA, which serve to protect high quality native plant communities in an area otherwise dominated
by agricultural land use and expanding housing developments. A remarkable assembly of native
species find critical habitat within this SNA, among them plants such as James’ polanisia, sea-
beach needlegrass, and clasping milkweed, and animals such as the regal fritillary butterfly, Ottoe
skipper, gopher snake, blue racer and loggerhead shrike.
Conservation Planning and Rare Species. We applaud stewardship strategy for public parks and natural
open spaces, including Action Step 1 to Develop Overall Mapping of Ecological Systems. The DNR
supports including data from the Natural Heritage Information System (NHIS) in the Comprehensive
Plan. We recommend that the plan include goals and strategies to address how rare species and plant
communities will be protected. Two data layers useful for land use and conservation planning include
the MBS Native Plant Communities and the MBS Sites of Biodiversity Significance. GIS shapefiles of these
data layers can be downloaded from the Minnesota Geospatial Commons. The DNR recommends
avoidance of these ecologically significant areas, especially MBS Sites of Outstanding or High Biodiversity
Significance and DNR Native Plant Communities with a conservation status rank of S1 (critically
imperiled), S2 (imperiled), or S3 (vulnerable to extirpation). We recommend that Comprehensive Plans
include a map of both of these layers and a list of the types of native plant communities documented
within the plan’s boundaries.
Maps added into page 10-37
For further conservation planning and to ensure compliance with the Minnesota endangered species
laws, the DNR encourages communities to check the NHIS Rare Features Data for known occurrences of
state-listed species. The NHIS Rare Features Data contains nonpublic data and can only be accessed by
submitting a License Agreement Application Form for a GIS shapefile or by submitting a NHIS Data
Request Form for a database printout. Both of these forms are available at the NHIS webpage. For more
information on the biology, habitat use, and conservation measures of these rare species, please visit
the DNR Rare Species Guide. NHIS training includes rules for using/displaying nonpublic data in public
documents.
Links:
o MBS Sites of Biodiversity Significance
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/eco/mcbs/biodiversity_guidelines.html o MBS Native Plant Communities http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/npc/index.html
Specific Comments on the Natural Resource Analysis section we recommend:
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• P. 4-11. A minor addition, shown in yellow highlight “Indigenous plants are adapted to the natural
fertility, low organic matter, and drought hazard characteristics of Hastings soils. To conserve,
preserve and reduce maintenance and costs, careful consideration must be given to planting
native species and the maintenance of indigenous planting materials.”
Added the following to page 4-11:
To conserve, preserve and reduce maintenance and costs, careful consideration must be given
to planting native species and the maintenance of indigenous planting materials.
• Discuss current issue of threat to ash trees in the Vegetation section, due to infestation of Emerald
Ash Borer.
Added the following to page 4-11:
The county has a large amount of Ash trees and the existing threat of invasive Emerald Ash
Borer is a concern. This is a threat to the area and those trees and can be costly to the city
budget to treat and remove trees dead trees.
• Create a composite natural resource map (see section above) or add information to the draft
maps with labels on key resources such as the Vermillion River and tributaries on the maps,
protected lands such as the Scientific and Natural Areas and Aquatic Management areas.
Added to 4-11:
For additional natural resources, maps and information please see Chapter 10: Parks, Trails and
Open Space and Chapter 11: Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area.
We have much of this information in maps already that were provided by the MetCouncil or
Dakota County Online Mapping. If you would like us to make this map please let me know.
Development / Transportation Policies to Protect Wildlife. Consider adding policies that take wildlife
into consideration as transportation and redevelopment projects occur, especially when crossing or
adjacent to Vermillion River or other natural resource areas. To enhance the health and diversity of
wildlife populations, encourage developers of private and public lands to retain natural areas or restore
them with native species after construction. As noted in your “Enhancing Wildlife Habitat” discussion,
one larger area is better than several small “islands” or patches; and connectivity of habitat is important.
Animals such as frogs and turtles need to travel between wetlands and uplands throughout their life
cycle. Consult DNR’s Best Practices for protection of species and Roadways and Turtles Flyer for self-
mitigating measures to incorporate into design and construction plans.
Examples of more specific measures include:
• Preventing entrapment and death of small animals especially reptiles and amphibians, by
specifying biodegradable erosion control netting (‘bio-netting’ or ‘natural netting’ types (category
3N or 4N)), and specifically not allow plastic mesh netting. (p. 25)
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• Providing wider culverts or other passageways under paths, driveways and roads while still
considering impacts to the floodplain.
• Including a passage bench under bridge water crossings. (p. 17) because typical bridge riprap can
be a barrier to animal movement along streambanks.
• Curb and storm water inlet designs that don’t inadvertently direct small mammals and reptiles
into the storm sewer. (p. 24). Installing “surmountable curbs” (Type D or S curbs) allows animals
(e.g., turtles) to climb over and exit roadways. Traditional curbs/gutters tend to trap animals on
the roadway. Another option is to install/create curb breaks every, say, 100 feet (especially
important near wetlands).
• Using smart salting practices to reduce impacts to downstream mussel beds, as well as other
aquatic species.
• Fencing could be installed near wetlands to help keep turtles off the road (fences that have a j-
hook at each end are more effective than those that don’t).
Added a the following text on page 4-23 to encourage the City to continue practices or adopt policies:
The city should consider adding policies that take wildlife into consideration as transportation and
development projects occur. Especially when the projects are in proximity to the Vermillion River and
other natural resource areas. This will help enhance the health and diversity of wildlife populations,
encourage developers of private and public lands to retain natural areas or restore them with native
species after construction. Specific policies and more information are provided in the DNR’s Best
Practices for Protection of Species document available on their website. Policies that encourage private
and public developments to be planted with native flowers, grasses, shrubs and tree species should be
explored. Adding these policies could increase the amount of pollinators and wildlife populations as well
as help filter and store storm water.
Suggestions for Incorporation
- Requiring biodegradable erosion control netting
- Providing wider culverts around th floodplain
- Including passage benches under bridges
- Installing surmountable curbs
- Adding small natural play areas to parks
- Adding native plantings along play fields
- Using smart salting practices
- Install wetlands fencing
- Additional street tree plantings
- Additional planting along waterways
- City gateway feature with native plantings
Community Forestry. The value trees and need for their protection is discussed in various places in the
plan. The loss of tree canopy due to threats such as emerald ash borer and oak wilt has negative impacts
on the health and environment of many Minnesota cities, and a planned community forest can provide
numerous community benefits. The first step to achieving a resilient community forest is conducting a
tree inventory. The second step is developing a community forestry management plan that includes
strategies for managing trees, especially ash, and encouraging a diverse tree canopy on private and
public lands. It would be worth mentioning in the narrative of the comprehensive plan if Hastings has
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developed a plan for the city’s forestry needs as part of an overall strategy to meet its environmental
goals and policies.
I don’t know if Hastings has a City Forestry policy; if so we can add it to page 4-23 or 4-24.
Native Species. We suggest you include policies that encourage private and public developments to be
planted with native flowers, grasses, shrubs and tree species. Species such as monarchs rely on these
plants, and it does not take many plants to attract butterflies, other beneficial pollinators as well as
migrating and resident birds. Adding more native plants into landscaping, not only enhances the health
and diversity of pollinators and wildlife populations, these plants can also help filter and store storm
water – other goals in your plan. For more information consult DNR’s pollinator page. Plant lists and
suggestions for native plants can be incorporated into:
o Proposed landscape guidelines for commercial and industrial areas
o Street tree planting plans
o City gateway feature
o Along ponds and waterways.
o Small nature play areas in children’s parks
o Along the edges of ballfield complexes.
Added text to 4-23, mentioned above.
Tourism. Parks and recreation contribute to the local economy. It may be worth noting in the plan that
the Great River Road, part of a ten-state network, runs through Hastings, as well as the Mississippi River
Trail
Mentioned in Chapter 10
MRCCA.
• The previous comments do not assess whether the draft comprehensive plan complies with the
MRCCA plan minimum requirements. If you are interested in a preliminary review of your MRCCA
chapter for consistency with the MRCCA plan minimum requirements, please submit your draft
plan to Matt Bauman via email at matthew.bauman@state.mn.us.
• P. 4-48. The text in Objective 6, Policy 3 should reference the updated MRCCA Plan, rather than
“Continue to follow the Hastings Mississippi River corridor Plan (adopted in 2001).”
Changed to "Follow the updated Minnesota River Critical Corridor Act Plan and Chapter 11 of this
Comprehensive Plan.”
NPS COMMENTS
Draft 2040 Hasting Comprehensive Plan 12/12/2018
Comment #1
PG. 11-3 - Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MNRRA) informational paragraph
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• We appreciate the information provided about MNRRA. Many other plans did not include such
information, so we provided the suggested language below. We have no issues with the language
about MNRRA in your plan but are including this for reference.
o In 1988, the U.S. Congress established the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
(MNRRA), a unit of the National Park System. The MNRRA shares the same boundary as the
MRCCA, and the park’s Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP), signed by the Governor
and Secretary of the Interior, incorporates by reference the MRCCA program for land use
management. Rather than institute a separate layer of federal regulations, the MNRRA
largely relies on the MRCCA to manage land use within the park. This reliance establishes a
unique partnership and framework for land use management amongst the local, state and
federal governments to protect the intrinsic resources of the Mississippi River Corridor.
Reworked the 3rd paragraph on page 11-3 to state:
The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MNRRA) was established in 1988 by the United States Congress coincident with the boundaries of the Mississippi River Corridor
Critical Area and became part of the National Park System. The state Critical Area (MRCCA) program was incorporated into the MNRRA as part of the Comprehensive Management Plan
for the river, signed by the Governor and Secretary of the Interior. Rather than institute a separate layer of federal regulations, the MNRRA largely relies on the MRCCA to manage
land use, resource protection and open space within the park.
Comment #2
PG. 11-4 – MNRRA Purpose
• Again, we appreciate the language regarding MNRRA and our Comprehensive Management Plan.
Our Comprehensive Management Plan identifies three specific reasons MNRRA was established.
We think listing those three reasons would be more appropriate than the generalized statement
included in the Plan currently.
o “The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area was established by Congress to
• (1) protect, preserve, and enhance the significant values of the Mississippi River
corridor through the Twin Cities metropolitan area,
• (2) encourage coordination of federal, state, and local programs, and
• (3) provide a management framework to assist the state of Minnesota and units of
local government in the development and implementation of integrated resource
management programs and to ensure orderly public and private development in the
area.”1
Rewrote paragraph 3 on page 11-4 to state:
The Mississippi River and Recreation Area was established by Congress to:
• Protect, preserve and enhance the significant values of the Mississippi River corridor through the Twin Cities metropolitan area
• Encourage coordination of federal, state, and local programs
• Provide a management framework to assist entities in the development and implementation of integrated resource management programs to ensure orderly public and private
development.
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Comment #3
PG. 11-6 – River Corridor Districts
• The plan says there are four districts when there are actually six.
1 Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, Comprehensive Management Plan, Summary, pg. 2,
https://www.nps.gov/miss/learn/management/loader.cfm?csModule=security/getfile&PageID=320239
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Changed to: The Critical Areas Act established six general districts within the entire corridor.
Comment #4
PG. 11-10 - Shore Impact Zones (SIZ)
• The map depicting the SIZ is helpful, but some communities have expressed difficulty in effectively
mapping the SIZ at a city-wide scale. We have suggested including the SIZ diagram that is in the MRCCA
rules and we suggest including it in your plan also to accompany the map. 2
Added SIZ diagram to 11-10 Comment #5
PG. 13 – Bluffs and Bluff Impact Zones (BIZ)
• Similarly to the SIZ suggestion, we think including the diagram depicting the BIZ from the MRCCA
rules may be a helpful addition to the Plan and would complement the BIZ map.3
Added BIZ diagram to 11-14
Comment #6
PG. 11-17 – Urban Diversified District
• There are two references to the “Urban Diversified District.” That is a district from the old
classifications and the reference should be corrected.
PG. 11-21
• There is another reference to the “Urban Diversified District” that should be corrected. PG. 11-36
• There is another reference to the “Urban Diversified District” that should be corrected. PG. 11-43
• There is another reference to the “Urban Diversified District” that should be corrected. PG. 11-49
through 11-52
• There are multiple references to the “Urban Diversified District” that should be corrected.
Changed all these references to Urban Mixed District which is the updated terminology for the
classification.
Comment #7
PG. 11-42 – Mississippi River Bridge (TH 61)
• The Plan discusses anticipation of a new bridge in 2010. The new bridge is completed. This chapter
could be updated to describe the bridge.
Updated to read:
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Mn/DOT constructed a new Mississippi River Bridge in 2013. The design of the new bridge follows the aesthetics of the river and the historic downtown. The reconstruction and widening (to four lanes) of the
bridge affected Veterans Memorial Levee Park, the Riverfront trail, local access, abutting properties and views of the river. Some more issues that were addressed included access from the bridge to downtown
and Second Street, traffic and noise impacts, right of way impacts, pedestrian/bicycle access, use of space under the bridge and views from the bridge.
In addition, the old bridge was an important visual symbol of the cultural heritage of Hastings downtown
setting. The historic spiral bridge is continually memorialized in displays, artwork and graphics as an important symbol of Hastings past. The graceful appearance and structural design of the new bridge
shape the future of Hastings and help bring the city forward. The four lanes of traffic help with congestion issues, and make it easier for visitor to experience downtown.
Dakota County
CHAPTER 5, TRANSPORTATION
The City of Hastings 2040 Transportation Chapter appears to be consistent with Dakota
County's plans including the 2030 Dakota County Transportation Plan (adopted in 2012) and
the Transportation chapter of the Draft Dakota County 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Note that
Dakota County intends to update its full Transportation Plan in 2019 to reflect local
Comprehensive Plan updates and any studies, analysis and policy updates that have
occurred since 2012. Dakota County staff has the following comments on Hastings 2040
Comprehensive Plan Update:
Functional Classification System
The functional classification shown by Hastings is consistent with what is shown by the
Dakota County and the Metropolitan Council's Functional Classification maps.
Travel Demand Forecast
After consultation with Metropolitan Council staff, Dakota County used its original 2030
travel demand model projections, with updated existing volumes and appropriate
adjustments, as the 2040 travel demand projection for the Dakota County Comprehensive
Plan. Dakota County will update the 2030 travel demand model to reflect forecast 2040
population as part of its full Transportation Plan Update after the cities complete their
respective comprehensive plan updates. This allows the County model to reflect the 2040
demographic projections currently being established by each community and is consistent
with the process used for the last County comprehensive plan update.
Dakota County will use the Hastings 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update and travel demand
modelling information as a basis for our future travel demand model update. When
comparing the County's 2030 travel forecast with the City's 2040 travel forecast several
slight differences are identified.
New Development and Re-development Impacts to County Systems/ Future Studies
The County will continue to monitor and work with the City in addressing the transportation
needs of new development and re-development in Hastings.
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The County and City have discussed future re-development of the northwest corner of the
CSAH 46/47 and TH 61 intersection. We encourage the City to consider a long-term access
plan for the entire block bordered by TH 61 on the east, CSAH 47 on the south, Eddy Street
on the west and 19th Street West on the north. The access plan could address the future
access needs of redevelopment on the entire block, including ways for commercial
properties to connect with each other to support multi-use trips and connections to streets
that support safe access to CSAH 46/47. We would be happy to work with the City to
develop this access plan in 2019, or, if there is time before redevelopment is expected to
occur, we could include this in the planned study of CSAH 46/47 in 2020.
Consistency with County Strategies and Policies
The City's policies appear to be consistent with the County's policies. The City's plan includes
recommendations from the Hastings Area Roadway System Study and appropriately
identifies future alignments in the northern, eastern and southern locations of the city as
identified by the study.
Transit
On page 5-9, Transit Market Areas - Please consider adding the Metropolitan Council's
description of a freestanding town center and what that suggests for potential transit
service.
Revised to read:
The City of Hastings is outside the Metropolitan Council’s Transit Taxing District. Hastings is
a Freestanding Town Center in Market Area III and is in the area of potential of transit
service expansion. Transit Market Area III has moderate density but tends to have a less
traditional street grid that can limit the effectiveness of transit. It is typically urban with
large portions of Suburban and Suburban Edge communities. Transit service in this area is
primarily commuter express bus service with some fixed-route local service providing basic
coverage. General public dial-a-ride services are available where fixed-route service is not
viable.
Freestanding Town Centers are areas that historically grew independently of Minneapolis
and St. Paul and are still separated from the urban and suburban areas of the metro by rural
land. Because of their concentrated downtowns laid out in a traditional urban form, these
areas have a Transit Market Index value that would indicate Market Area III or higher.
However, their relatively small population and land area, as well as their distance from other
transit-supportive land uses, limits the potential for local fixed-route transit.
On page 5-10, Transit Services - Please consider clarifying that the LOOP is a service
provided by DARTS.
Revised to read:
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There is no daily regular route transit service in the City today. The LOOP, a service provided
by DARTS, provides circulator bus service on a fixed route around the city with scheduled
stops and the flexibility to request a stop nearby. This service operates every Tuesday from
9am to 2pm.
On page 5-11- Please consider providing a reference to the Red Rock Corridor
Implementation Plan.
Revised to read:
The need for better public transit within Hastings with connections to the metro was a
concern brought up many times during the 2040 comprehensive planning process.
Development of Red Rock Corridor bus rapid transit is underway and recently an
implementation plan was approved by the Red Rock Corridor Commission. The Red Rock
Corridor Implementation Plan describes a proposed 20-mile transit-way, connecting the Twin
Cities’ southeastern suburbs to St. Paul and Minneapolis. The transit-way will originate in
Hastings and stop in Cottage Grove, Newport and St. Paul’s Battle Creek neighborhood
before connecting to the St. Paul Union Depot. Before an investment can be made in bus
rapid transit, potential ridership numbers must increase, especially within Hastings.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Elements
Text on page 5-13 refers to an Existing and Planned Trails and Sidewalks Map, although on
the map on page 5-14 it is unclear if the map shows the planned system.
If there is a better map or additional map that the City has that we can use we can add or
replace the map on page 5-14.
CHAPTER 10: PARKS AND TRAILS
The City's plan correctly identifies regional greenways along the Mississippi River and the
Vermillion rivers. The City of Hastings and Dakota County have worked together on these
corridors and we look forward to continuing to work with the City to complete the trails,
trailheads, natural resource restoration, and cultural interpretation for these facilities.
CHAPTER 14: SURFACE WATER SECTION
In 2011, Dakota County conducted a County-wide floodplain restudy including the City of
Hastings. Please consider referencing the restudy on page 5-13, Section 5.6.2, paragraph 1,
along with a statement indicating that the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) went into effect on
December 2, 2011.
This Chapter was authored by BARR, please forward comments to them for review.
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Under the discussion of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) on page 4-14, please consider
providing a link to Dakota County's AIS page and note that Dakota County provides aid to
local government units and lake associations within the County to prevent the spread of AIS.
This Chapter was authored by BARR, please forward comments to them for review.
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