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Home My WebLink About20221003 - CC Follow-up AgendaSign 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 https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy CITY OF HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL FOLLOW-UP AGENDA Monday, October 3, 2022 7:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 pm II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM Members Present: Mayor Fasbender, Councilmembers Braucks, Folch, Fox, Leifeld, Lund, and Vaughan Members Absent: None Staff Present: City Administrator Dan Wietecha Assistant City Administrator Kelly Murtaugh City Attorney Korine Land Community Development Director John Hinzman Recreation Programming Specialist Paige Marschall Bigler V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve Minutes of the City Council workshop meeting and regular meeting on September 19, 2022. Minutes were approved as presented. VI. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE Comments from the audience may include remarks about items listed on the Consent Agenda. VII. COUNCIL ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED VIII. CONSENT AGENDA The items on the Consent Agenda are items of routine nature or no perceived controversy to be acted upon by the City Council in a single motion. There will be no discussion on these items unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event the items will be removed from the Consent Agenda to the appropriate Department for discussion. Braucks, Leifeld to approve as presented. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays 1. Pay Bills as Audited 2. Resolution No. 10-01-22: Appointment of Election Judges for the 2022 General Election 3. Approve Pay Estimate No. 4 for the Public Works Storage Building – Ebert Construction ($452,556.74) 4. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with International Union of Engineers, Local No. 49 for Wage Adjustment. 5. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local No. 462 for Wage Adjustment. IX. AWARDING OF CONTRACTS AND PUBLIC HEARING These are formal proceedings that give the public the opportunity to express their concern, ask questions, provide additional information, or support on a particular matter. Once the public 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 https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy hearing is closed, no further testimony is typically allowed and the Council will deliberate amongst itself and with staff and/or applicant on potential action by the Council. X. REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF These items are intended primarily for Council discussion and action. It is up to the discretion of the Mayor as to what, if any, public comment will be heard on these agenda items. A. Public Works B. Parks and Recreation 1. 2022 Recap – Levee Park Programming Marschall Bigler provided a recap of the 2022 Levee Park Programming. Marschall Bigler indicated the Hastings Parks and Recreation Department coordinated 31 programs for the facility sharing over 8,300 people attended the events. Utilized expanded communication platforms—top methods include social media, Rivertown News and word of mouth. Council discussion about the competitive nature of the grants. Council expressed appreciation for the breadth of programming and the many new people (including families) who participate in the programs. Thanks to Paige and the sponsors! Question about the paver program and possibly using the funding to support programming. C. Community Development 1. Suite Living of Hastings – SE Corner of 33rd and Vermillion Streets a. Resolution No. 10-02-22: Comprehensive Plan Amendment b. 2nd Reading\Adopt Ordinance Amendment: Rezoning c. Resolution No. 10-03-22: Preliminary and Final Plat d. Resolution No. 10-04-22: Site Plan – 32 Unit Assisted Living Facility Hinzman provided background information on the request. Council is considering the request of adding a 32 unit assisted living and memory care facility located southeast of 33rd and Vermillion Streets. Council is to consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, rezoning of the property from C-4 to R-4, approve the Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and Site Plan. Hinzman reviewed the recommendation of approval and the votes from the Planning Commission. Council discussion on clarifying Comprehensive Plan, Vermillion Corridor Plan, and zoning codes. Council discussion on concerns presented by neighboring Terry’s Hardware and related planning of future zoning in that area. Fox, Leifeld to approve as presented. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. D. Public Safety E. Administration 1. 2nd Reading\Adopt Ordinance Changing Mayor and City Council Wages Wietecha reviewed the prior discussion and compensation study that is leading to the ordinance amendment regarding City Council Compensation. Wietecha explained that at the First Reading Council moved approval of the increase in wages to be implemented in 2025. 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 https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy Council discussion on clarifying action needed at this meeting. Council discussion on the technology stipend, which is currently not in the recommended ordinance change, and renewed interest in the choice of a technology stipend or city-issued device. Further discussion on the implementation date for wage increases. Folch motioned to amend ordinance implementation date to Jan 3, 2023. Second by Leifeld. Council discussion on the implementation date and city-issued devices. Council reviewed earlier discussion about the value of the stipend as possibly attracting more interest among residents in running for Council seats. 4 Ayes; 3 Nays—Vaughan, Lund, Braucks 2. 2023 Budget Pre-Authorize Purchases Wietecha provided an overview of the proposed 2023 Budget pre-approval of certain pieces of equipment. Wietecha indicated there are supply chain delays that have impacted items that were ordered last year, some not yet received, and will likely impact a number of the items included in the proposed budget. Council discussion on whether any expenses could be realized prior to 2023. Folch, Fox to approve as presented. 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS XII. NEW BUSINESS XIII. REPORTS FROM CITY COMMITTEES, OFFICERS, COUNCILMEMBERS Announcements • October is National Community Planning Month. Extra appreciation to Community Development Director John Hinzman and his team. • Paws in the Park is Thursday, October 6, at Rivertown Dog Park. • Thursday, October 6, to Sunday, October 9, a Storywalk will be along the trail at Vermillion Falls Park. A partnership with Pleasant Hill Library. • The Friends of Pleasant Hill Library is hosting a used book sale Thursday, October 6, to Sunday, October 9. • In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, the Fire & EMS Department Open House is Tuesday, October 11. Meet the department, learn about fire safety, and see the new fire engine. All ages are welcome! • City Hall will be closed from 10:30 to 1:30 tomorrow Tuesday, October 4. Meetings Mon, Oct 10 7:00 pm Planning Commission Meeting Tues, Oct 11 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 https://www.hastingsmn.gov/city-government/city-council/city-council-documents-copy 7:00 pm Parks and Recreation Commission Workshop Wed, Oct 12 6:15 pm Arts Task Force Thurs, Oct 13 6:00 pm HEDRA Meeting Mon, Oct 17 7:00 pm City Council – Regular Meeting XIV. ADJOURNMENT Leifeld, Vaughan to adjourn 7:57 pm Next Regular City Council Meeting: Monday, October 17, 2022 7:00 p.m.