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Home My WebLink About20210607 - CC MinutesSign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at http://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-agendas-and-minutes Hastings, Minnesota City Council Meeting Minutes June 7, 2021 The City Council of the City of Hastings, Minnesota met in a regular meeting on Monday, June 7, 2021 at 7:03 p.m. via Zoom video conference. Mayor Fasbender explained why and referenced various city, state and federal declarations and guidelines that an in-person meeting was not practical or prudent due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers Braucks, Folch, Fox, Leifeld and Vaughan Members Absent: Councilmember Lund Staff Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha Assistant City Administrator Kelly Murtaugh City Attorney Korine Land City Engineer Ryan Stempski Community Development Director John Hinzman Finance Manager Chris Eitemiller Public Works Director Nick Egger Senior Accountant Ashley Bertrand Comments from the Audience Mayor Fasbender stated comments received have been distributed to all councilmembers and are acknowledged. Kori Colvin, Hastings resident, spoke in favor to allow the keeping of chickens within city limits. Approval of Minutes Mayor Fasbender asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the City Council workshop or regular meeting on May 17, 2021. Minutes were approved as presented. Consent Agenda 1. Pay Bills as Audited 2. Accept Doffing Fund Donation for 2022 Music in the Park Series 3. Resolution No. 06-01-21: Acceptance and Appreciation of Donation to the Parks & Recreation Department from the Mueller Family 4. Resolution No. 06-02-21: Approve In-Store Fireworks Sales at Cub Foods 5. Resolution No. 06-03-21: Approve a Temporary Liquor License and Charitable Gambling Permit for the Hastings Fire Department Relief Association 6. Resolution No. 06-04-21: Approve Dugarel’s Outdoor Music-Tent Application and Liquor License Amendment 7. Approve Agreement for Use of Fire Safety House 8. Resolution No. 06-05-21: Appointing Responsible Authority and Assigning Duties 9. City Administrator’s Appointment of City Clerk Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at http://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-agendas-and-minutes 10. Resolution No. 06-06-21: Approve Relocation of Handicap Accessible Parking Stall – Sibley Street to Ramsey Street 11. Approve Water Service Repair Assessment Agreement – 1196 Union Court (Vickney) 12. Resolution No. 06-07-21: Approve Local Road Improvement Program Grant Agreement – Highway 316 Improvements Project 13. Authorize Work for 2022 Projects 14. Authorize Signature: Terminate Shared Driveway Easement - Wallin 10th Addition 15. Designate Rivertown Days as a Special Event 16. Designate 2021 Rivertown Live as a Special Event 17. Resolution No. 06-08-21: Designation of Official Newspaper Councilmember Folch motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Leifeld. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Presentation and Approval of the 2020 Comprehensive Financial Report Caroline Stutsman, Audit Director with Bergan KDV, presented the 2020 Comprehensive Financial Report. Council discussed the various hydro-fund transfers. Councilmember Braucks motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Folch. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Public Hearing and Resolution No. 06-09-21: Special Assessments for 2020 Infrastructure Improvements Stempski detailed the City Project 2020-1, the 2020 neighborhood infrastructure improvements, the associated assessments and assessment abatements and financial aid. Council discussed whether there were any COVID-related financial resources available, the Community Development Block Grant . Mayor Fasbender opened the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. and hearing no comments closed the public hearing at 7:49 p.m. Councilmember Vaughan motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Braucks. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Public Hearing and Authorize Issuance of Parklet License for Thompson Zeigler Fireside Pizza d/b/a Fireside Social House, 106-108 2nd Street East Hinzman detailed the parklet request from Fireside and noted staff reviewed the application and recommended approval. Mayor Fasbender opened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. and hearing no comments closed the public hearing at 7:52 p.m. Council discussed the sidewalk spacing between the parklet and the building and the withdrawal of Fireside’s sidewalk café application. Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at http://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-agendas-and-minutes Councilmember Leifeld motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Folch. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Resolution No. 06-10-21: Establishing a Diseased Tree Hardship Relief Program Wietecha summarized previous discussions of the diseased tree hardship relief program, explained the proposed relief program and how residents may utilize it. Council discussed a deferred assessment option and recommended this be forwarded to the Finance Committee. Councilmember Folch motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Fox. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Resolution No. 06-11-21: Home Occupation - E-Bikes - Port of Hastings Outfitters (420 East 6th St) Hinzman detailed the home occupation permit request for 420 East 6th St. Also, the Planning Commission unanimously voted recommending approval. Councilmember Braucks motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Leifeld. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Backyard Chickens a. Remove from Table Councilmember Leifeld motioned to remove from table, seconded by Councilmember Fox. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. b. Refer to Planning Commission Councilmember Braucks motioned to refer this item to the Planning Commission, seconded by Councilmember Folch. Council discussed the proposal review timeline, concerns of the proposed ordinance and the history of this item discussed at various committee and commission meetings. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. State Bonding Requests; Resolution 06-12-21 Support of Application for State Bonding for Trail System Pavement Improvements, Resolution 06-13-21 Support of Application for State Bonding for Hastings Fuel & E-Charging Station Improvements, Resolution 06-14-21 Support of Application for State Bonding for Hastings Civic Center Improvements Wietecha discussed the state bonding application process, the possible City projects for application and the amendments to the Civic Center Improvements application. Council discussed the viability of the proposed projects and infrastructure funding shortfalls. Councilmember Folch motioned to approve the Trail System and Fuel & E-Charging Station Improvements as presented and the Civic Center Improvements application as amended, seconded by Councilmember Fox. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. Mayor Fasbender and Councilmembers made the following announcements: Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City’s website at http://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-agendas-and-minutes • Pride Parade Saturday, June 12 at 5 pm; begins at Roadside Park and ends at Levee Park. • Congratulations to the 150th graduating class of Hastings High School. • The Hastings Family Aquatic Center opened for summer yesterday. Punch cards and season passes are available. Register online for swimming lessons. • Safety Camp is for youth entering 3rd to 5th grade and will explore a variety of topics including fire safety, bike safety, personal safety, and much more. Participants will have a fun day of games, activities, and learning sessions. Cost is $20 and includes snacks, lunch, and a t-shirt. Register online through June 9. • The Dakota County Sheriff’s Office and the Hastings Police Department, in coordination with the Hastings United Way Food 4 Kids program, are “Sounding the Siren” to help fight student hunger in Hastings. Through June 16, please bring non-perishable food donations to the lobbies of the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office, the Hastings Police Department, and Hastings City Hall. • Levee Park Summer Programs begin at 5:30 tomorrow, Tuesday, June 8. Kick off summer with an Aztec dance performance, fire show, and live music by the Metro Gnomes. Enjoy food trucks, inflatables, and activities. All ages welcome to this free event. • Summer Programs o Thursday, June 10, Music in the Park with the Ladies of the 80’s. Supported by the Ruth and George Doffing Charitable Foundation. o Friday, June 11, Movie in the Park is Land Before Time. Sponsored by Ardent Mills. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for Hastings Family Service. o Wednesday, June 16, Storytime in the Park, and the theme is adventure. In partnership with Pleasant Hill Library. o Thursday, June 17, Music in the Park with Funktion Junction. Supported by the Ruth and George Doffing Charitable Foundation. • Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting on June 8, 2021 is cancelled • HEDRA Meeting on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. • Planning Commission Meeting on Monday, June 14, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. • Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. • Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at 6:30 pm • City Council – Budget Workshop on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 5:00 pm Councilmember Folch motioned to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Vaughan. Roll Call: Ayes 6; Nays 0. ____________________________ ______________________________ Mary Fasbender, Mayor Kelly Murtaugh, City Clerk