121321 City Council Meeting Packet
NEW HOPE CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
December 13, 2021
7:00 p.m.
City Hall – Council Chambers
4401 Xylon Avenue North
Mayor Kathi Hemken
Council Member John Elder
Council Member Andy Hoffe
Council Member Michael Isenberg
Council Member Jonathan London
The City Council wants and encourages citizen participation at Council Meetings. Your input and
opinions count and are valuable. You are encouraged to bring forth your comments and issues at
the appropriate point on the agenda.
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any person may address the Council on any subject pertaining to City business not listed on this
agenda or scheduled as a future agenda item. The Council requests that you limit your presentation
to 3 minutes. Anyone wishing to address the City Council on a particular item should raise their
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first stating your name and address. Also, please record your name on the roster at the table near
the door so that your name will be spelled correctly in the minutes.
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may refer the matter to staff for handling or for consideration at a future meeting. You are welcome
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New Hope Values and Vision
City Mission
Strong local government that is proactive in responding to the community needs and issues by delivering quality
public service to all city residents, businesses, property owners, and organizations in a prudent and e cient manner.
Values
Excellence and Quality in the Delivery of Services
We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and strive to deliver quality services in a
highly professional and cost-e ective manner.
Fiscal Responsibility
We believe that fi scal responsibility and the prudent stewardship of public funds and city assets is essential if
residents are to have confi dence in government.
Ethics, Integrity and Professionalism
We believe that ethics, integrity, and professionalism are the foundation blocks of public trust and confi dence and
that all meaningful relationships are built on these values.
Respect for the Individual
We believe in the uniqueness of every individual, and welcome, appreciate, and respect diversity and the di ering
of opinions.
Open, Honest, and Respectful Communication
We believe that open, honest, and respectful communication is essential for an informed and involved citizenry
and to foster a positive environment for those interacting with our city.
Cooperation and Teamwork
We believe that the public is best served when all work cooperatively.
Visionary Leadership and Planning
We believe that the very essence of leadership is to be responsive to current goals and needs, and visionary in
planning for the future.
Vision
e city is a great place to grow as a family, individual, or business.
All within our city are safe and secure.
Essential services will be those that promote a safe and healthy environment for all residents.
Essential services and programs will be enhanced and streamlined, and will be provided in an economical manner
and with measurable results.
e city views residents as its greatest asset and seeks their input and participation.
e city will meet the communication needs of citizens, elected o cials, and city sta .
Strategic Goals
e city will maintain and improve its infrastructure (water distribution, storm water, sewer, roads, parks,
lighting, and city facilities).
e city will use frugal spending and resourceful fi nancial management to maintain its fi scal health.
e city will encourage maintenance, redevelopment, and reinvestment of existing properties to improve
or enhance its tax base.
e city will provide core services with a professional sta who are equipped with the necessary tools and
equipment and given necessary direction.
e city will facilitate and improve communications to promote e ective intergovernmental cooperation
between sta , citizens, and Council.
Adopted by the New Hope City Council, August 2006
Reaffirmed by the New Hope City Council, February 2021
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall, 4401 Xylon Avenue North
Monday, December 13, 2021
7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – December 13, 2021
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting Minutes – November 22, 2021
Special Session Minutes – December 6, 2021
4. OPEN FORUM
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1 Recognition of three New Hope Police Department employees who are receiving
Chief’s Commendations from the Crystal Police Department
5.2 Presentation of the 2021 New Hope In Focus Contest Awards
6. CONSENT BUSINESS
6.1 Approval of business licenses
6.2 Approval of financial claims through December 13, 2021
6.4 Resolution approving re‐appointments to Citizen Advisory Commission, Human Rights
Commission and Planning Commission
6.5 Resolution approving final payment of $10,000 to Terra General Contractors, LLC for
the construction of the police station/city hall project (Improvement Project No. 994)
6.6 Resolution to accept additional 2021 Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
established under the American Rescue Plan Act
6.7 Motion accepting a donation from the Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey Association for
the 2021 Skate and Movie
6.8 Motion accepting a donation from the New Hope Lions for the 2021 Trick or Trot and
Transylvania
7. PUBLIC HEARING
7.1 Appearances by licensees regarding consequences for failing tobacco or liquor
compliance checks
7.2 Consideration of liquor license renewals for year 2022
8. DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
8.1 Resolution approving Change Order No. 3 for $85,343.46 with Rochon Corporation for
Phase 1 Improvements at the Public Works Facility (Improvement Project No. 1039)
8.2 Resolution authorizing the appropriation of funds in the amount of $237,115 to replace
the dasher boards and glass in the north rink at the New Hope Ice Arena (Improvement
Project No. 1079)
9. PETITIONS AND REQUESTS
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
10.1 Resolution approving the 2022 Final HRA Levy
10.2 Resolution adopting general, special revenue, debt service, enterprise, and internal
service fund budgets for the city of New Hope for the year 2022 and establishing a tax
levy for the year payable 2022
10.3 Resolution approving an amendment to the Pay Plan due to changes in work
responsibilities resulting in the creation of the HR Specialist/IT Coordinator position
and reinstating the Community Development Coordinator/Management Analyst
position
10.4 Resolution authorizing the city manager to implement 2022 Cost of Living (COLA)
wage adjustments for non‐union employees, pursuant to Council approval
10.5 Resolution adopting an updated Fee Schedule
10.6 Resolution authorizing the purchase of equipment and appropriation of funds in the
amount of $34,063.72 for purchase of a T16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber from the
Tennant Company
11. UNFINISHED AND ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS
12. OTHER BUSINESS
12.1 Exchange of communication between members of the city council
13. ADJOURNMENT
Memorandum
To: New Hope City Council
From: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Date: December 9, 2021
Subject: Agenda Items for December 13, 2021
Open Forum
Staff is not aware of anyone desirous of addressing the Council for the open forum.
Item 5.1
Crystal Police Chief Stephanie Revering will be in attendance to present Chief’s Commendations to three
members of the New Hope Police Department relating to an incident on September 20, 2021.
Item 5.2
Communications Coordinator Beth Kramer will present the In Focus awards for 2021. The award winners
have been invited to the City Council meeting.
Consent agenda – the consent agenda is utilized to approve routine or non‐controversial items. These
items may be approved by one blanket motion upon unanimous consent. Any council member may
request that any item be withdrawn for separate consideration.
Items 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3
Item 6.1 – this item approves renewal of business licenses for 2022. The appropriate applications have been
received and fees paid. It should be noted that the business license renewals include tobacco licenses and
four of the businesses failed recent compliance checks and will be appearing before Council during item 7.1.
Item 6.2 – routine financial claims.
Item 6.3 – there are no new liability claims to report.
Item 6.4
This item approves member re‐appointments to various city commissions. Approximately 25 people
volunteer on city commissions. Six persons with terms expiring December 31 have expressed an interest in
being re‐appointed, and the Council discussed the appointments at the November 15 work session. The City
Council and staff appreciate the service of commissioners. I recommend approval of the re‐appointments.
Commission vacancies are being advertised, and Council may conduct applicant interviews in late January
or early February.
Item 6.5
Construction and all punchlist items for the new police station/city hall project are complete. Staff
recommends the Council accept the project and authorize the final payment of $10,000 to Terra General
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Contractors, LLC. On December 11, 2017, Council awarded a contract to Terra General Contractors for
$14,792,500. Change orders totaled $388,164 resulting in the total contract amount of $15,180,664 with Terra.
The city was withholding the final payment of $10,000 to ensure receipt of utility as built drawings. Stantec
has reviewed the as builts and find the records acceptable. Wold Architects also support making the final
payment to Terra. I recommend approval.
Item 6.6
This item approves a resolution accepting the additional 2021 Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
established under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The city received the first installment of ARPA
funding at the end of July for $1,106,158.24. The city will receive a second distribution in 2022 for a similar
amount for a total of $2,195,235. After the deadline passed for Minnesota local governments to request ARPA
funds, approximately $12 million available remained unrequested. Therefore, an additional distribution was
made and New Hope received an additional $36,223 in funding in mid‐November. It is recommended that
the City Council formally accept the additional funding which can be utilized for lost revenue during the
pandemic and for specific infrastructure projects. A funding report with recommendations will be presented
at the January council work session. Abdo and I recommend approval of the resolution accepting the
funding.
Item 6.7
Council is asked to accept a donation of $300 from the Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey Association
for the 2021 Skate and Movie event. The movie “Space Jam 2” will be shown on December 28, 2021, at
the New Hope Ice Arena. The $300 donation covers the movie license fee. The ACYHA will also staff
the concessions stand during the event. Director Rader and I recommend acceptance of the donation.
Item 6.8
The New Hope Lions donated $125 for the purchase of pumpkins for the Trick or Trot and
Transylvania event held October 9, 2021. Some members of the Lions also volunteered at the event.
Director Rader and I recommend acceptance of the donation.
Item 7.1
A hearing has been scheduled for businesses that failed tobacco and liquor compliance checks on
November 18, 2021. The Police Department conducted checks at 20 businesses and there were five
failures (four tobacco and one on‐sale liquor). The fine for failing a tobacco compliance check for a first
violation within 36 months is $300 plus a 3‐day suspension. The fine for failing a tobacco compliance
check for a second violation within 36 months is $750 plus a 15‐day suspension. The fine for failing a
liquor compliance check for a first violation within 24 months is $250 plus a 3‐day suspension.
Businesses may elect identification training in lieu of the suspension for a first violation or for 10 of the
15‐day suspension for a second violation. The city charges $100 for the identification training. Council
should call upon a representative of the business to allow the licensees to admit or deny the allegation of the
illegal sale. Following the hearing, the city clerk will mail a notice containing instructions on payment of the
fine and options for identification training or a suspension period. A representative of the police department
will be in attendance if Council has questions.
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Item 7.2
This is the annual public hearing to consider renewals of the liquor licenses for 2022. Licensees were made
aware of the hearing but are not required to attend. A report from the police department describing police
calls is attached; a representative of the police department will be in attendance to answer any questions.
City Clerk Leone and I recommend approval of the 13 liquor license renewals and two 3.2 malt liquor
renewals.
Item 8.1
This item approves change order number 3 with Rochon Corporation for work at the public works facility.
As Council was previously informed, the site contains poor soils and it is recommended that the soils storage
building be constructed of a lighter weight wood‐framed building instead of masonry. The cost is $80,536.05
which is substantially less than the estimated soil corrections. Construction of the soils storage building can
occur in the winter. Other items recommended for inclusion with change order number 3 include a deduct of
$17,500 for a network switch. The original cost was $20,000 but IT staff was able to secure a used switch for
$2,500 resulting in the $17,500 savings; an add of $11,023 for additional ventilation and filtration work in the
IT room; an add of $6,037 for a concrete area instead of grass near the gate; an add of $3,412 for replacing the
concrete apron at the north entrance; an add of $525 for extra concrete at the sand interceptors; an add of
$1,309 for replacement of the overhead door loop detector. The total change order is $85,343.46 bringing the
contract price to $2,424,092.87. The change order will be funded with project contingencies. Director Weber
and I recommend approval.
Item 8.2
Staff recommends replacement of the 20‐year old dasher boards and glass at the north rink. The purchase
was in the 2021 CIP budget but was postponed until 2022. The replacement will include all existing boards
and glass, including the player, penalty and timekeeper boxes. The new board system will be similar to the
existing board system, constructed with steel framing and using tempered glass. The new glass will be 6 foot
tall around the entire rink, currently the height along the spectator (east) side of the rink. The increased
height along the west side will reduce any puck damage to the dryland fencing, keep more pucks from
leaving the playing surface, and give the rink a clean and uniform look. The quote from Becker Arena
Products through the state’s cooperative purchasing program is $237,115 and includes advertising panels
and trade‐in credit for the old boards and glass. The project is expected to occur in the spring. The funding
source will be the Ice Arena Fund, however staff and Abdo recommend utilizing an interfund loan from the
Temporary Financing Fund which would be repaid over a 20‐year period. A separate resolution for the loan
will be presented at a future council meeting. Director Rader and I recommend approval of the quote from
Becker Arena Products.
Item 10.1
Adoption of the resolution affirms the Council’s support for the HRA levy in the amount of $417,000
(EDA Item 4). It is necessary to adopt the HRA levy separate from the city’s base levy. The EDA must
also approve the levy. The levy was presented during the December 6 budget hearing. Abdo and I
recommend approval.
Item 10.2
Council is requested to approve the 2022 budget and tax levy. The budget public hearing was held
December 6 at which time a powerpoint presentation was presented by the city manager and Blake Torbeck
from Abdo. One resident attended the hearing to observe the presentation and made no comments. The
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Council is asked to approve the 2022 tax‐supported budgets of $22,850,533, non‐tax supported budgets
of $13,209,512, and city tax levy of $17,814,011. The total tax levy, including the HRA tax levy of
$417,000, is $18,231,011 which is a 4.67% increase over last year. Staff recommends adoption of the
resolution to approve the 2022 budget and tax levy. Staff will certify the tax levy to Hennepin County, and
the budget will be posted on the city’s website. I recommend approval.
Item 10.3
At the October 18 work session, Council expressed support of staff’s recommendation to upgrade two
positions. The community development assistant position would be upgraded to a community development
coordinator/management analyst position due to assistance being provided to the city manager’s
department by re‐implementing the community development coordinator/management analyst position
(grade 14). Staff also recommends upgrading the human resource coordinator position to a human
resource/information technology coordinator position (grade 15) due to increased IT responsibilities. Both
changes would be effective January 3, 2022. Funds are included in the 2022 budget for the changes. Director
Johnson and I recommend approval.
Item 10.4
This resolution approves a 3% wage increase for non‐union employees effective January 3, 2022, including
the city manager. This is the same increase included for the 2022 labor agreements and the city has
historically treated all employees in a similar fashion. The budget also includes a 3% increase for the city
council. The cost is reflected in the 2022 budget. The Council discussed this matter at the October 18 work
session and supported the increase. Director Johnson and I recommend approval.
Item 10.5
This resolution approves the updated Fee Schedule. The 2022 Fee Schedule includes increases to several park
and recreation program user fees, administrative citations, and utility rates. The new rates will be
implemented in January. City Clerk Leone and I recommend approval.
Item 10.6
Staff recommends the purchase of a battery‐powered rider scrubber from Tennant Company for $34,063.72.
The scrubber would be used to clean the concrete floors of the garages in the police station and city hall.
Tennant Company is on the state cooperative purchasing contract. There are funds available in the 2021
police budget for the expenditure due to staffing changes. Director Hoyt and I recommend approval.
EDA Item 4
This resolution approves the 2022 HRA levy of $417,000 to support the scattered site housing program
and other redevelopment efforts. This levy is adopted separate from the city’s tax levy. Abdo and I
recommend adoption of the resolution.
If you have any questions regarding items in the agenda packet, I would appreciate a call before the
meeting so that I can research any issues and be prepared to respond at the meeting.
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City of New Hope
4401 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55428
City Council Minutes November 22, 2021
Regular Meeting City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER The New Hope City Council met in regular session pursuant to due call and notice
thereof; Mayor Hemken called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
The City Council and all present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL Council present:
Staff present:
Kathi Hemken, Mayor
John Elder, Council Member
Andy Hoffe, Council Member
Michael Isenberg, Council Member
Jonathan London, Council Member
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Jeff Alger, Community Development Specialist
Dan Boyum, City Engineer
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
Jeff Sargent, Director of Community Development
Bernie Weber, Director of Public Works
Stacy Woods, Assistant City Attorney
APPROVAL OF
MINUTES
Motion was made by Council Member Elder, seconded by Council Member
London, to approve the regular meeting minutes of November 8, 2021. Voted in
favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Hoffe, Isenberg, London; and the following voted
against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Council Member London, seconded by Council Member
Elder, to approve the work session meeting minutes of November 15, 2021. Voted
in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Hoffe, Isenberg, London; and the following voted
against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: None. Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
There was no one present desirous of addressing the council.
ROTATING VOTES
Please note that votes taken on each agenda item are called by the secretary on a
rotating basis; however, the written minutes always list the mayor’s name first
followed by the council members’ in alphabetical order.
CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Hemken introduced the consent items as listed for consideration and stated
that all items will be enacted by one motion unless requested that an item be
removed for discussion. Mr. Kirk McDonald, city manager, reviewed the consent
items.
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FINANCIAL CLAIMS
Item 6.2
Approval of financial claims through November 22, 2021.
RESOLUTION 2021‐105
Item 6.4
Resolution approving change order to Abdo Financial Solutions contract for
consultation on FEMA and ARPA funding.
RESOLUTION 2021‐106
Item 6.5
Resolution designating polling places in the city of New Hope.
MOTION
Item 6.6
Motion approving appointment of Malloy, Montague, Karnowski and Radosevich
(MMKR) to Perform 2021 City Audit.
MOTION
Consent Items
Motion was made by Council Member Elder, seconded by Council Member Hoffe,
to approve the Consent items. All present voted in favor. Motion carried.
AWARD CONTRACT
MEADOW LAKE
CULVERT
(IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1037)
Item 8.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.1, Resolution awarding contract
to Northwest Asphalt for construction of public improvement project no. 1037
(culvert improvement at Meadow Lake and golf course).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, explained that quotes were obtained for
improvements to the culvert area between the golf course pond and Meadow Lake
in conjunction with the Meadow Lake drawdown. The proposed work includes
adjusting the flared end of the culvert with a storm structure, stabilizing the
shoreline (rock from city hall parking lot will be repurposed for this use), and
installing access gates for easier maintenance access in the future. He stated bids
were received on November 17, and the low bid was submitted by Northwest
Asphalt for $70,054. The project will be funded by the storm water capital
improvement plan. He stated the work will occur this winter with final completion
by April 15, 2022.
Council Member London inquired regarding maintenance of culverts in all parts
of the city. He also called attention to the project area and noted plant growth near
the culvert impedes water flow.
Mr. Boyum stated the area will be widened near the culvert to improve the water
flow. He stated public works maintains many culverts in the city on an on‐going
basis.
RESOLUTION 2021‐107
Item 8.1
Council Member Elder introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO NORTHWEST
ASPHALT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1037 (CULVERT IMPROVEMENT AT MEADOW LAKE AND GOLF
COURSE).” The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded
by Council Member Isenberg, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Hoffe, Isenberg, London; and the following
voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: None; whereupon the
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was
attested to by the city clerk.
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ORDINANCE
AMENDMENTS
Item 10.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 10.1, Ordinance No. 21‐05, an
ordinance amending Sections 4‐2(b) and 4‐3(b) of the New Hope City Code related
to accessory structures; Ordinance No. 21‐06, an ordinance amending Section 4‐
2(b) of the New Hope City Code related to tutorial uses; and Ordinance No. 21‐08,
an ordinance amending Section 4‐17(d) of the New Hope City Code related to
allowable uses in the City Center district; and summary ordinance for publication
purposes.
Mr. Jeff Alger, community development specialist, indicated several potential text
amendments to the city code were reviewed with the Codes and Standards
Committee in August of 2021 related to accessory structures, tutorial uses, and
allowable uses in the City Center district. He explained ordinance 21‐05 amends
the definition of a carport and modifies language regarding garages; ordinance 21‐
06 amends the definition of on‐site service businesses to include specialty schools
or tutoring centers; and ordinance 21‐08 clarifies the allowed use of on‐site service
businesses within the City Center district (off‐site service businesses are
prohibited). He stated the Planning Commission considered the amendments at its
November 2 meeting and recommended approval by a 7‐0 vote.
Mayor Hemken asked whether any existing businesses will be required to relocate
due to ordinance 21‐08. Mr. Alger explained that the change will apply to future
businesses. He noted the City Center zoning district is a fairly small area.
Mr. Kirk McDonald, city manager, asked Mr. Alger to explain what led to
ordinance 21‐06. Mr. Alger commented that during the pandemic the city received
many requests for education centers. He stated the ordinance amends the
definition of on‐site service businesses to include specialty schools or tutoring
centers offering one‐on‐one instruction of students.
ORDINANCES 21‐05,
21‐06, 21‐08
Item 10.1
Council Member Elder introduced the following ordinance and moved its
adoption: “ORDINANCE NO. 21‐05, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
SECTIONS 4‐2(B) AND 4‐3(B) OF THE NEW HOPE CITY CODE RELATED TO
ACCESSORY STRUCTURES; ORDINANCE NO. 21‐06, AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING SECTION 4‐2(B) OF THE NEW HOPE CITY CODE RELATED TO
TUTORIAL USES; AND ORDINANCE NO. 21‐08, AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING SECTION 4‐17(D) OF THE NEW HOPE CITY CODE RELATED
TO ALLOWABLE USES IN THE CITY CENTER DISTRICT; AND SUMMARY
ORDINANCE FOR PUBLICATION PURPOSES.” The motion for the adoption
of the foregoing ordinance was seconded by Council Member Isenberg, and upon
vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder,
Hoffe, Isenberg, London; and the following voted against the same: None;
Abstained: None; Absent: None; whereupon the resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
BUCO ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT
Item 10.2
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 10.2, Ordinance No. 21‐07, an
ordinance amending Section 3‐33(c) of the New Hope City Code related to
responsibility for securing the BUCO.
Mr. Jeff Alger, community development specialist, explained the ordinance
amendment makes the property owner solely responsible for filing a Business Use
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Certificate of Occupancy (BUCO) with the city. Previously the responsibility was
both the property owner and lessee. He noted the change will help with
compliance especially at multi‐tenant office buildings.
Mr. Alger stated ordinance 21‐07 does not amend the zoning code and therefore
did not require review by the Planning Commission.
ORDINANCE 21‐07
Item 10.2
Council Member London introduced the following ordinance and moved its
adoption: “ORDINANCE NO. 21‐07, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION
3‐33(C) OF THE NEW HOPE CITY CODE RELATED TO RESPONSIBILITY
FOR SECURING THE BUCO.” The motion for the adoption of the foregoing
ordinance was seconded by Council Member Isenberg, and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Hoffe, Isenberg,
London; and the following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None;
Absent: None; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted,
signed by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
EXCHANGE OF
COMMUNICATION
Item 12.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 12.1, Exchange of communication
between members of the City Council.
Mayor Hemken reported on upcoming events.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Isenberg, seconded by Council Member
Elder, to adjourn the meeting, as there was no further business to come before
the Council. All present voted in favor. Motion carried. The New Hope City
Council adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
New Hope City Council December 6, 2021
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City of New Hope
4401 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55428
City Council Minutes December 6, 2021
Special Meeting City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER The New Hope City Council met in regular session pursuant to due call and notice
thereof; Mayor Hemken called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL Council present:
Council absent:
Staff present:
Kathi Hemken, Mayor
Andy Hoffe, Council Member
Michael Isenberg, Council Member
Jonathan London, Council Member
John Elder, Council Member
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
Blake Torbeck, Abdo
2022 PROPOSED
BUDGET
Item 11.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion, Item 11.1, Public hearing to take
comments on 2022 city budget.
Mayor Hemken reported the purpose of the meeting is for input on the proposed
budget and tax levies. She outlined the key highlights of the budget. Mayor
Hemken advised residents that the Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting
held in April is the forum to contest market values. She reported the Council will
adopt the budget at the December 13 Council Meeting.
Mr. Kirk McDonald, city manager, introduced Blake Torbeck of Abdo Financial
Solutions to assist with the public hearing/presentation of the proposed 2022
budget. Mr. McDonald recommended Council accept public comments following
the presentation. He stated the Council will formally adopt the budget and set the
tax levy at its December 13 meeting. Mr. McDonald reviewed the components of
the budget presentation and shared the budget schedule.
Mr. McDonald stated at the September 13 meeting the City Council adopted
resolutions establishing a maximum 2022 property tax levy and adopting a
proposed 2022 tax‐supported budget. Mr. McDonald stated the Council reviewed
the budgets at work sessions and the proposed 2022 general fund budget is
$16,179,193 or a 1.5% increase over last year.
Mr. McDonald stated the major changes in the budget include increases for
wage/benefits, IT charges, West Metro Fire‐Rescue District budget, Emerald Ash
Borer removal/replacement program, the elections budget, and a decrease in
central garage charges.
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He reviewed past levies, bonds, and fluctuations in local government aid. He noted
the city is scheduled to receive $866,642 in LGA (local government aid) in 2022, an
increase of $4,916 over 2021. The revenue will be utilized in the general fund to
offset central garage equipment/building replacement charges (it is not used to
fund general operations). He stated the central garage equipment replacement
savings will be funded at 100% for 2022. He pointed out the city often delays
equipment purchases when it is fiscally responsible. Mr. McDonald also reported
the city is leasing some new police vehicles in 2022 to achieve savings on
replacement costs.
Mr. McDonald explained the city’s street and park infrastructure funds. He
pointed out that New Hope does not assess taxable properties for street
improvements, as street and park infrastructure improvements are paid through
the general property tax levy. He stated a 5% increase is proposed for both the
street infrastructure and the park infrastructure funds. He pointed out the tax rate
in New Hope may be higher than comparable sized cities since New Hope includes
infrastructure improvements in the general property tax levy rather than imposing
assessments to benefitting property owners. He stated the street levy is
approximately 13% of the local tax levy.
Mr. McDonald reviewed 2022 budget initiatives:
Continue to provide existing services/programs with current resources.
Public safety is a high priority; continue community engagement
programs with the Joint Community Policing Partnership with Crystal
and Robbinsdale, expand officer wellness program and complete CIP
purchases.
Support/coordinate with West Metro Fire‐Rescue District/partnership
with Crystal; including emergency preparedness training and support of
long‐term capital plan and station 3 improvements.
Redevelopment of city center and other areas is a high priority, potential
improvements at St. Therese Nursing Home campus and new medical
equipment facility at 27th and Nevada.
Property maintenance and inspections to continue as top priority;
continue aggressive scattered site housing program to remove or renovate
deteriorated homes and increase property values with new construction
or rehabilitation.
Continue infrastructure/environmental improvements; complete street
and water infrastructure improvements in Liberty Park neighborhood,
including Bass Lake Road watermain loop; coordinate with Hennepin
County on Bass Lake Road mill and overlay project; continue coordination
on Boone and 42nd Avenue signal replacement and future 42nd Avenue
bridge replacement, continue annual seal coat/crack repair/fog seal
improvements and sewer lining, coordinate on Meadow Lake drawdown
and golf course culvert improvements. Continue coordination with Joint
Water Commission and maintain partnerships with Northwood Lake and
Meadow Lake Watershed Associations.
Operate second season of new aquatic facility, replace playground
equipment at Hidden Valley Park, replace additional picnic tables at
Northwood Park picnic shelter, replace park name signage and make park
lighting improvements.
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Facility improvements at ice arena and golf course.
Continue dance, gymnastics, and Movies in Park program and coordinate
Off Broadway Musical Theatre musical performances.
Continue Emerald Ash Borer removal/replacement program on public
property and buckthorn removal in parks.
Continue contractual arrangement with Solution Builders for IT services
Continue financial services contract with Abdo, update ten‐year financial
plan, pavement management plan and long‐term capital improvements
plan.
Conduct professional city‐wide survey with Morris Leatherman to solicit
resident feedback on city services; encourage public participation on city
projects and promote inclusiveness.
Continue MN GreenStep Cities program.
Implement cost of living increase (3%) and shared increase for insurance
contributions included for employees; council salary adjustments.
Coordinate the 2022 gubernatorial election year and orient new council
member to city departments, programs, and operations.
Mr. McDonald also reviewed the city survey results conducted this summer. He
noted there were 663 responses compared to 839 the prior year. He stated the
rating of overall quality of city services was 82% as excellent or good. He stated
most of the ratings were similar to prior years.
Mr. Blake Torbeck, Abdo, was recognized. He reported on information provided
by Hennepin County Assessors:
Single family residential property valuation in city increased
approximately 7% for 2021
Total taxable property market value in city increased 7.72% from 2019 to
2020 (payable 2021)
Taking the total tax levy into consideration (city/county/school district),
approximately 2% of 4,774 single‐family properties will see a property
decrease, approximately 28% will see an increase between 0 and 4.9%, and
approximately 53% will see an increase between 5 and 9.9%.
Mr. Torbeck reported on proposed utility rate increases:
Water – 4%
Sewer – 4%
Street lights – 5%
Storm drainage – 4%
Recycling – 6.67% increase ($.25)
He explained the rate increases are necessary to pay for increasing water purchase
costs from Minneapolis, sewage disposal costs from MCES, and infrastructure
improvements. He noted the impact to an average residential user based on 5,000
gallons of water is an increase of $3.90 per month.
Mr. Torbeck reported on 2021 legislative session impacts. He also illustrated
general fund revenues and expenditures for 2020, 2021, and the proposed 2022
budget years. He stated the city strives to maintain a fund balance of 45% of
expenditures and with the 2022 proposed budget, the fund balance will be close to
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50% of expenditures. The city receives its two large revenue payments (property
taxes) from the county in June and December and a fund balance is necessary to
maintain operations.
Mr. Torbeck illustrated the 2022 tax‐supported budget with a 4.67% tax levy
increase:
General Fund
Street Infrastructure Fund
Park Infrastructure Fund
Economic Development Authority
Housing and Redevelopment Authority*
Debt service (2015 GO TIF Bonds – City Center)
Debt service (2015 GO Imp Bonds – Northwood So.)
Debt service (2016 GO Imp Bonds – Northwood No.)
Debt service (2017 GO Bonds – Police/City hall)
Debt service (2018 GO Tax Abatement Bonds – Pool and Park)
Debt service (2019 GO Tax Abatement Bonds – Pool and Park)
Total tax‐supported budgets
*proposed to be administered as a separate taxing district levy
$11,393,354
1,617,735
904,938
153,000
417,000
235,227
205,240
262,502
1,706,828
862,739
472,448
$18,231,011
Mr. Torbeck reviewed tax capacity information and the city tax rate for the past 10
years. He stated the city’s estimated 2021 tax rate is 62.72% which is driven by
property market values in the city. He stated the tax rate is based on the tax levy
divided by the tax capacity. It was noted some communities have a large industrial
tax base and others may have a higher residential tax base. The fiscal disparities
program in the seven‐county metro area helps balance tax burdens to communities
through an area‐wide distribution which impacts the tax capacity.
Mr. Torbeck informed the Council the budget will be presented to the Council for
adoption at its meeting of December 13, 2021, and the budget and tax levy will be
certified to the state auditor as required by state law. He stated the budget
document will be available at city hall and posted on the city’s website. Mr.
Torbeck reviewed property tax relief programs.
Mayor Hemken thanked the city manager and Abdo representative for the
presentation.
Council Member London commented on the revenue the city will be receiving
through the fiscal disparities program and whether it would be reduced by higher
property values. Mayor Hemken noted the city also pays into the program.
Mr. Torbeck explained that the distribution levy (the amount of the property tax
levy paid to the city through the fiscal disparities program) is based on different
factors than the contribution formula.
Mayor Hemken opened the public hearing for comments.
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There was no one present desirous of addressing the Council for the public
hearing.
MOTION
Motion was made by Council Member Isenberg, seconded by Council Member
Hoffe, to close the public hearing. All present voted in favor. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Isenberg, seconded by Council Member
Hoffe, to adjourn the meeting, as there was no further business to come before
the Council. All present voted in favor. Motion carried. The New Hope City
Council adjourned at 7:24 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: Police
By: Tim W. Hoyt, Chief of Police
Agenda Title
Recognition of three New Hope Police Department employees who are receiving Chief’s Commendations
from the Crystal Police Department.
Requested Action
Staff requests that the City Council allow Chief Stephanie Revering to recognize three New Hope Police
Department’s employees with a Chief’s Commendation.
Policy/Past Practice
In the past the Council has allowed recognition events to take place at the City Council meetings to recognize
contributions made to the city by citizens and employees.
Background
Sergeant Mike TenEyck has worked for the New Hope Police Department since 2008, Officer Daniel
Fitzmaurice has worked for the New Hope Police Department since 2017 and Officer Rajaneé Michael has
worked for the New Hope Police Department since February 2021. Per the attached memorandum from Chief
Revering, On 09/20/21, Sergeant TenEyck, Officer Fitzmaurice and Officer Michael, responded to a 911 hang‐
up call in the City of Crystal, along with Officers from the Robbinsdale Police Department. Due to their quick
actions, training, and calmness during a very chaotic scene, at least two lives were saved and a violent
assailant was arrested without incident and subsequently charged with 2nd Degree Murder.
Attachment
Memorandum from Chief Revering
Agenda Section
Presentations
Item Number
5.1
CRYSTAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief’s Award of Commendation
NEW HOPE POLICE OFFICER RAJANEE MICHAEL
On September 20, 2021 at 0134 hours, Hennepin County Dispatch received an unknown help call at an apartment in the
5500 block of Douglas Drive in Crystal. Dispatch reported they had an open line with a female screaming and a baby
crying. Crystal Police Officers were currently on another priority call and requested assistance from New Hope and
Robbinsdale Police. New Hope Police Officer Rajanee Michael, along with two Robbinsdale Police Officers, responded to
the apartment and continued to hear yelling and screaming coming from inside the apartment. The officers made entry into
the apartment and found a very chaotic scene that included three adults and one child in a small bedroom yelling and
covered in blood. Officers quickly determined that a male had stabbed a female multiple times while smothering her with a
pillow and had stabbed another female, all in the presence of the small child also in the room. The officers quickly drew
their weapons and ordered the assailant to drop the knife and crawl to them, which he did. Officer Michael took the male
into custody and escorted him out of the residence. In checking the victims of the attack, the Robbinsdale officers
determined the female who had been stabbed multiple times and smothered was unresponsive, not breathing, and without a
pulse. The Robbinsdale Officers, along with New Hope Police Sergeant Michael TenEyck and Officer Daniel Fitzmaurice
quickly moved her onto the floor and began life-saving measures on the victim until paramedics arrived and she was
transported to the hospital. Officers also assessed the injuries to the other victim and the child.
The Crystal Police Department Chief’s Award of Commendation is presented to “an individual who has gone above and
beyond to assist the Department or the Community” and is proudly being presented to New Hope Police Officers Rajanee
Michael and Daniel Fitzmaurice and Sergeant Michael TenEyck with great appreciation and gratitude for their brave and
decisive work and life-saving measures on this call. In very large part because of their quick actions, training, and calmness
during a very chaotic scene, at least two lives were saved and a violent assailant was arrested without incident and
subsequently charged with 2nd Degree Murder.
_______________________________________ _______________________________________
Chief of Police Deputy Police Chief
CRYSTAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief’s Award of Commendation
NEW HOPE POLICE SERGEANT MICHAEL TENEYCK
On September 20, 2021 at 0134 hours, Hennepin County Dispatch received an unknown help call at an apartment in the
5500 block of Douglas Drive in Crystal. Dispatch reported they had an open line with a female screaming and a baby
crying. Crystal Police Officers were currently on another priority call and requested assistance from New Hope and
Robbinsdale Police. New Hope Police Officer Rajanee Michael, along with two Robbinsdale Police Officers, responded to
the apartment and continued to hear yelling and screaming coming from inside the apartment. The officers made entry into
the apartment and found a very chaotic scene that included three adults and one child in a small bedroom yelling and
covered in blood. Officers quickly determined that a male had stabbed a female multiple times while smothering her with a
pillow and had stabbed another female, all in the presence of the small child also in the room. The officers quickly drew
their weapons and ordered the assailant to drop the knife and crawl to them, which he did. Officer Michael took the male
into custody and escorted him out of the residence. In checking the victims of the attack, the Robbinsdale officers
determined the female who had been stabbed multiple times and smothered was unresponsive, not breathing, and without a
pulse. The Robbinsdale Officers, along with New Hope Police Sergeant Michael TenEyck and Officer Daniel Fitzmaurice
quickly moved her onto the floor and began life-saving measures on the victim until paramedics arrived and she was
transported to the hospital. Officers also assessed the injuries to the other victim and the child.
The Crystal Police Department Chief’s Award of Commendation is presented to “an individual who has gone above and
beyond to assist the Department or the Community” and is proudly being presented to New Hope Police Officers Rajanee
Michael and Daniel Fitzmaurice and Sergeant Michael TenEyck with great appreciation and gratitude for their brave and
decisive work and life-saving measures on this call. In very large part because of their quick actions, training, and calmness
during a very chaotic scene, at least two lives were saved and a violent assailant was arrested without incident and
subsequently charged with 2nd Degree Murder.
_______________________________________ _______________________________________
Chief of Police Deputy Police Chief
CRYSTAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief’s Award of Commendation
NEW HOPE POLICE OFFICER DANIEL FITZMAURICE
On September 20, 2021 at 0134 hours, Hennepin County Dispatch received an unknown help call at an apartment in the
5500 block of Douglas Drive in Crystal. Dispatch reported they had an open line with a female screaming and a baby
crying. Crystal Police Officers were currently on another priority call and requested assistance from New Hope and
Robbinsdale Police. New Hope Police Officer Rajanee Michael, along with two Robbinsdale Police Officers, responded to
the apartment and continued to hear yelling and screaming coming from inside the apartment. The officers made entry into
the apartment and found a very chaotic scene that included three adults and one child in a small bedroom yelling and
covered in blood. Officers quickly determined that a male had stabbed a female multiple times while smothering her with a
pillow and had stabbed another female, all in the presence of the small child also in the room. The officers quickly drew
their weapons and ordered the assailant to drop the knife and crawl to them, which he did. Officer Michael took the male
into custody and escorted him out of the residence. In checking the victims of the attack, the Robbinsdale officers
determined the female who had been stabbed multiple times and smothered was unresponsive, not breathing, and without a
pulse. The Robbinsdale Officers, along with New Hope Police Sergeant Michael TenEyck and Officer Daniel Fitzmaurice
quickly moved her onto the floor and began life-saving measures on the victim until paramedics arrived and she was
transported to the hospital. Officers also assessed the injuries to the other victim and the child.
The Crystal Police Department Chief’s Award of Commendation is presented to “an individual who has gone above and
beyond to assist the Department or the Community” and is proudly being presented to New Hope Police Officers Rajanee
Michael and Daniel Fitzmaurice and Sergeant Michael TenEyck with great appreciation and gratitude for their brave and
decisive work and life-saving measures on this call. In very large part because of their quick actions, training, and calmness
during a very chaotic scene, at least two lives were saved and a violent assailant was arrested without incident and
subsequently charged with 2nd Degree Murder.
_______________________________________ _______________________________________
Chief of Police Deputy Police Chief
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: HR & Admin Services
By: Beth Kramer, Communications Coordinator
Agenda Title
Presentation of the 2021 New Hope In Focus Photo Contest Awards
Requested Action
Staff requests that the City Council present the 2021 In Focus Photo Contest awards to the attending winners.
Policy/Past Practice
For the past 12 years, the New Hope In Focus Photo Contest has inspired civic pride and motivated those
who live, work and attend school in New Hope to explore and take photos of their city. The program is one
of a growing list of city sponsored activities and programs meant to create a greater sense of place and pride
in New Hope.
Background
In an effort to inspire civic pride and encourage exploration of the city, the In Focus Photo Contest was
started in 2009. It encourages residents to capture the things that make New Hope a great community to live,
work and play and recognizes local photographers for their talents.
Contest Details, Award Categories, and Judging
This year’s contest was promoted in the In Touch newsletter, the In the Pipeline news brief, via the city’s social
media channels, in a CCX segment, flyers and in an email to area art teachers.
A total of 20 photographers entered photographs in this year’s In Focus photo contest. The photographers all
either live, work or go to school in New Hope and the photos were all taken in New Hope. Each photographer
could submit one photo. The deadline for submissions was Oct. 15.
From November 1 through November 19, community members were invited to pick their favorite photograph
in the “People’s Choice Award” category. Photos were displayed on the digital signs at New Hope City Hall.
Online voting was also available on the website. A total of 132 people cast a ballot for the People’s Choice
award.
In November, a panel of community judges with extensive knowledge of photography and visual
communication evaluated each photograph. Each judge awarded a score of between zero and 50 based on the
following criteria: subject matter, composition, clarity, lighting, depth of field, drama/artistry, degree of
difficulty, technical excellence and overall impact.
The judges’ scores have been compiled and the Peopleʹs Choice votes have all been tallied. The winning
photographs selected by the judges in four categories: People & Families, City Landmarks, Wildlife & Nature
and Youth Photographer, along with the Peopleʹs Choice winner, will be announced at this council meeting.
The winning photographers have been invited to attend the meeting to be recognized.
Agenda Section
Presentations
Item Number
5.2
Request for Action, Page 2
2021 In Focus Photo Contest Winners
People & Families – “Weed Killer” by Dack Nehring
City Landmarks – “Reflection” by Julian Monks
Wildlife & Nature – “Goldfinch Portrait” by Jerry Vincent
Youth Photographer – “The Hawks Nest” by Aaliyah James
People’s Choice – “Ghost Runner” by Branden Wiater
Each award winner will receive a commemorative plaque.
Staff would like to thank the volunteer judges for their assistance in the monumental task of scoring each
photograph. The panel included Dave Kaiser, CCX Assistant Executive Director; Sarah Larson, West Metro
Fire‐Rescue District chief and former commercial photographer and Michael Peterson, Crystal
Communications Coordinator.
2021Photo Contest
2021 In Focus Photo Contest: BackgroundThis is the twelfth year of the New Hope In Focus Photo Contest.The contest is a way to inspire civic pride and encourage exploration of the city.The contest is just one of several city sponsored activities and programs meant to create a greater sense of pride in New Hope.The contest is open to those who live, work or go to school in New Hope.
2021 In Focus Photo Contest: BackgroundAll photos must be taken somewhere within the city. Participants may enter one photo into one of three categories:People & FamiliesCity LandmarksWildlife & NatureThis year, 20 photographers entered the contest.The deadline for submissions was Oct. 15, 2020.
2021 In Focus Photo Contest: Background“People’s Choice” VotingBetween Nov. 1 and Nov. 19, 132 community members voted for their favorite photograph in a People’s Choice Category, online and in‐person at New Hope City Hall.Judging PanelIn November, the judges panel reviewed and rated each photo.Judging criteria included subject matter, composition, clarity, lighting, difficulty of photo and overall impact.
Thank YouStaff would like to thank the judging panel for their assistance:Dave Kiser ‐CCX MediaSarah Larson ‐West Metro Fire‐Rescue DistrictMichael Peterson ‐City of Crystal
2021Photo Contest
People & Families Category“Weed Killer”by Dack Nehring
City Landmarks Category“Reflection”by Julian Monks
Wildlife & Nature Category“Goldfinch Portrait”by Jerry Vincent
Youth Photographer Category“The Hawks Nest”by Aaliyah James
People’s Choice Award“Ghost Runner”by Branden Wiater
2021Photo Contest
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Valerie Leone, City Clerk‐Treasurer
Agenda Title
Approval of business license(s)
Requested Action
In accordance with Chapter 8 of the New Hope Code, all applications for business licenses must be presented
to the City Council for consideration. Staff recommends approval of all listed requests.
Background
All required paperwork and fees have been received for the businesses listed.
As the Council is aware, all residential refuse haulers will be required to offer organics recycling effective
January 1, 2022. Six residential haulers have submitted all fees and paperwork and five of those haulers have
provided proof of organics recycling. Issuance of the licenses for residential refuse haulers is contingent on
providing verification of the organics recycling program.
Attachment
List of 78 businesses currently requesting a 2022 license
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.1
Report Name: Business License by CouncilCouncil Date: 12/13/2021to 12/13/2021Status: PBusiness License by Council DatePage: 1Printed:12/7/2021City of New HopeIDStatuLicense TypeAddressCityLicense LocationComplex NameCouncil CompanyP Service Station 7201 Bass Lake Road New Hope7201 Bass Lake RdHoliday 12/13/202125827201 Bass Lake INCP Tobacco Products 7201 Bass Lake Road New Hope7201 Bass Lake RdHoliday 12/13/202125827201 Bass Lake INCP Car Wash 7201 Bass Lake Road New Hope7201 Bass Lake RdHoliday 12/13/202125827201 Bass Lake INCP Refuse Collection 6601 McKinley St NW Ramsey Ace Solid Waste 12/13/20212173Ace Solid WasteP Refuse Collection 8661 Rendova St NE Circle Pines Republic Services 12/13/2021184 ALLIED WASTE SERVICES OF NA LLCP Tobacco Products 8001 Bass Lake Road New Hope8001 Bass Lake RdNew Hope Liquor 12/13/20211275AMRIT LLCPTherapeutic Massage Enterprise5510 Sumter Ave N New Hope5510 Sumter Ave N12/13/20212606Anna NovakPTherapeutic Massage Therapist5510 Sumter Ave N New Hope5510 Sumter Ave N12/13/20212606Anna NovakP Second Hand Dealer 11400 SE 6th St Ste 220 Bellevue4471 Winnetka Ave NUnique Thrift Store 12/13/2021748APOGEE Retail LLCP Second Hand Dealer 2751 Winnetka Ave N New Hope2751 Winnetka Ave NValue Village Thrift Store 12/13/2021750Arc Value VillageP Refuse Collection 2951 Weeks Avenue S E Minneapolis2951 Weeks Avenue S EAspen Waste Systems, Inc. 12/13/2021181Aspen Waste Systems, IncP Service Station 7180 42nd Ave N New Hope7180 42nd Ave NHoliday Stationstore #3586 12/13/20211895BCD HOLDINGS LLCP Car Wash 7180 42nd Ave N New Hope7180 42nd Ave NHoliday Stationstore #3586 12/13/20211895BCD HOLDINGS LLCP Tobacco Products 7180 42nd Ave N New Hope7180 42nd Ave NHoliday Stationstore #3586 12/13/20211895BCD HOLDINGS LLCPTherapeutic Massage Enterprise4124 Quebec Avenue North New Hope4124 Quebec Ave N12/13/20212655Better Health ConceptsPTherapeutic Massage Therapist4124 Quebec Avenue North New Hope4124 Quebec Ave N12/13/20212655Better Health ConceptsP Service Station 9400 36th Ave N New Hope9400 36th Ave NBrooklyn Center Service 12/13/2021217Brooklyn Center Service, Inc.P Tobacco Products 9400 36th Ave N New Hope9400 36th Ave NBrooklyn Center Service 12/13/2021217Brooklyn Center Service, Inc.P Car Wash 9400 36th Ave N New Hope9400 36th Ave NBrooklyn Center Service 12/13/2021217Brooklyn Center Service, Inc.P Tattoo Establishment 1560 Pennsylvania Ave N Golden Valley2757 Winnetka Ave N12/13/20212601Charging Bull LLCPTherapeutic Massage Enterprise4900 Highway 169 N, Suite 104New Hope4900 State Hwy No 169CSR Signature Massage 12/13/20212607CSR Signature MassagePTherapeutic Massage Therapist4900 Highway 169 N, Suite 104New Hope4900 State Hwy No 169CSR Signature Massage 12/13/20212607CSR Signature MassageP Refuse Collection 4025 85th Ave N Minneapolis Curbside Waste Inc. 12/13/20212225Curbside Waste Inc.P Refuse Collection PO Box 769 Lakeville PO Box 769Dick's Sanitation Service, Inc 12/13/20211100Dick`s Sanitation Service, Inc.P Tobacco Products 9430 36th Ave N New Hope9430 36th Ave NE-Cig Vape Lounge 12/13/20212206E-CIG VAPE LOUNGE LLPP Tobacco Products 3535 Winnetka Ave N New Hope3535 Winnetka Ave N12/13/20212662Eid LLCP Service Station 3535 Winnetka Ave N New Hope3535 Winnetka Ave N12/13/20212662Eid LLCP Tobacco Products 500 Volvo Pkwy Chesapeake8001 Bass Lake RdFamily Dollar #29306 12/13/20212130Family Dollar IncP Tobacco Products 500 Volvo Pkwy Chesapeake2733 Winnetka Ave NFamily Dollar #27676 12/13/20212130Family Dollar IncP Refuse Collection 220 Ponderosa Rd Redwood Falls590 West Park RoadMidwest Grease 12/13/2021179Farmers Union Industries LLCP Tobacco Products 3544 Winnetka Ave N New Hope3544 Winnetka Ave NWinnetka Liquor 12/13/20212596GNS Enterprise, LLCP Car Wash 9456 27th Ave N New Hope9456 27th Ave NHoliday Stationstores, Inc. 12/13/20211962Holiday Stationstores, LLCP Service Station 9456 27th Ave N New Hope9456 27th Ave NHoliday Stationstores, Inc. 12/13/20211962Holiday Stationstores, LLCP Tobacco Products 9456 27th Ave N New Hope9456 27th Ave NHoliday Stationstores, Inc. 12/13/20211962Holiday Stationstores, LLC
Report Name: Business License by CouncilCouncil Date: 12/13/2021to 12/13/2021Status: PBusiness License by Council DatePage: 2Printed:12/7/2021City of New HopeIDStatuLicense TypeAddressCityLicense LocationComplex NameCouncil CompanyP Fireworks 8200 42nd Ave N New Hope8200 42nd Ave NHy-Vee Food Store 12/13/20212391Hy-Vee, Inc.P Tobacco Products 8200 42nd Ave N New Hope8300 42nd Ave NHy-Vee Gas 12/13/20212391Hy-Vee, Inc.P Tobacco Products 8200 42nd Ave N New Hope8202 42nd Ave NHy-Vee Wine & Spirits 12/13/20212391Hy-Vee, Inc.P Tobacco Products 8200 42nd Ave N New Hope8200 42nd Ave NHy-Vee Grocery 12/13/20212391Hy-Vee, Inc.P Service Station 8200 42nd Ave N New Hope8300 42nd Ave NHy-Vee Gas 12/13/20212391Hy-Vee, Inc.P Service Station 15540 76th Place North Maple Grove7800 27th Ave NNew Hope BP 12/13/20211847JBK EnterprisesP Tobacco Products 15540 76th Place North Maple Grove7800 27th Ave NNew Hope BP 12/13/20211847JBK EnterprisesP Laundromat 5560 Annapolis Lane N Plymouth4411 Winnetka Ave NNew Hope Coin Laundry 12/13/20212434Jet Businesses LLCP Limitations of Animals 8961 42nd Ave N New Hope8961 42nd Ave N12/13/20212508Karen NuessmeierPAmusement (pinball/video game/pool)9361 Penn Avenue South Bloomington7107 42nd Avenue North New Hope Lanes & Lounge/American Amusement Arcades12/13/2021144LIEBERMAN COMPANIES, INCP Tobacco Products 15211 Crystal Dr W Burnsville7141 42nd Ave NViking Liquor Wine & Tobacco 12/13/20211966LMQ Holdings LLCP Tobacco Products 7914 Bass Lake Road New Hope7914 Bass Lake RdLaPicante Market & Meat 12/13/20212068M and M Grocery Corp.P Tobacco Products 7900 Bass Lake Road New Hope7900 Bass Lake Rd12/13/20212675Midwest Investment, LLCP Service Station 7900 Bass Lake Road New Hope7900 Bass Lake Rd12/13/20212675Midwest Investment, LLCP Tobacco Products 2767 Winnetka Ave N New Hope2767 Winnetka Ave NNew Hope Smoke Shop 12/13/2021823Nedda TobaccoP Bowling Alley 7107 42nd Avenue North New Hope7107 42nd Ave NNew Hope Bowl & Lounge 12/13/2021211New Hope Bowl, Inc.P Trailer/Truck Rental 7760 France Ave S Ste 1100 Edina9300 52nd Ave NNew Hope Storage 12/13/20212430New Hope StoragePTherapeutic Massage Therapist4900 Highway 169 N, Suite 104New Hope4900 State Hwy No 169 NewLine Massage and Wellness/Travis Walsh12/13/20212514NewLine Massage & WellnessPTherapeutic Massage Enterprise4900 Highway 169 N, Suite 104New Hope4900 State Hwy No 169NewLine Massage and Wellness 12/13/20212514NewLine Massage & WellnessP Tobacco Products 3200 Hackberry Road Irving6144 West BroadwaySpeedway #4375 12/13/2021191Northern Tier Retail LLCP Service Station 3200 Hackberry Road Irving6144 West BroadwaySpeedway #4375 12/13/2021191Northern Tier Retail LLCP Limitations of Animals 3413 Ensign Ave N New Hope3413 Ensign Ave N12/13/20212473Paul & Courtney GreenbergP Refuse Collection PO Box 169 Delano PO Box 169Randy's Sanitation, Inc. 12/13/2021186Randy`s Sanitation, Inc.PTherapeutic Massage Enterprise10910 35th Pl N Plymouth4900 State Hwy No 169 Dana Nyholm/Relaxation Advantage Massage12/13/20212016Relaxation Advantage MassagePTherapeutic Massage Therapist10910 35th Pl N Plymouth4900 State Hwy No 169Relaxation Advantage Massage 12/13/20212016Relaxation Advantage MassageP Limitations of Animals 5947 Independence Ave N New Hope5947 Independence Ave N12/13/20212445Rob SchlotthauerP Laundromat 4234 Zochella Court Victoria2769 Winnetka Ave N12/13/20212677Rock Creek LLCPFuel Pumps - Non Public Dispensation4148 Winnetka Avenue North New Hope4124 Winnetka Ave N12/13/20212724School District #281P Tobacco Products 9400 49th Ave N New Hope9400 49th Ave NNew Hope Fuel & Wash 12/13/2021149Tapda EnterprisesP Service Station 9400 49th Ave N New Hope9400 49th Ave NNew Hope Fuel & Wash 12/13/2021149Tapda EnterprisesP Car Wash 9400 49th Ave N New Hope9400 49th Ave NNew Hope Fuel & Wash 12/13/2021149Tapda EnterprisesPFuel Pumps - Non Public Dispensation2105 Lexington Avenue South Mendota Heights8151 42nd Ave NGethsemane Cemetery 12/13/2021152The Catholic Cemeteries
Report Name: Business License by CouncilCouncil Date: 12/13/2021to 12/13/2021Status: PBusiness License by Council DatePage: 3Printed:12/7/2021City of New HopeIDStatuLicense TypeAddressCityLicense LocationComplex NameCouncil CompanyPAmusement (pinball/video game/pool)2335 Nevada Ave N Golden Valley4949 Louisiana Ave N New Hope Ice Arena/Theisen Vending Company12/13/2021842Theisen Vending CompanyPAmusement (pinball/video game/pool)2335 Nevada Ave N Golden Valley7600 42nd Ave N Pub 42/Theisen Vending Company12/13/2021842Theisen Vending CompanyP Limitations of Animals 8391 60-1/2 Avenue North New Hope8931 60 1/2 Ave N12/13/20212632Tonya BatesPTherapeutic Massage Therapist14301 Territorial Road Maple Grove4124 Quebec Ave NTouch for Balance Massage, A 12/13/20212021Touch For Balance Massage, APTherapeutic Massage Therapist1807 May St #3 Long Lake4124 Quebec Ave N Rhonda Nelson/A Touch for Balance Massage12/13/20212022Touch for Balance Massage, APTherapeutic Massage Enterprise14301 Territorial Road Maple Grove4124 Quebec Ave N Michele Anderson/A Touch For Balance Massage12/13/20212021Touch For Balance Massage, AP Laundromat 5809 France Ave S Edina7231 42nd Ave N12/13/20212674Transcend Holdings LLCPTherapeutic Massage Enterprise8500 42nd Avenue North New Hope8500 42nd Ave N12/13/20212654True Blue Therapeutic BodyworkPTherapeutic Massage Therapist8500 42nd Avenue North New Hope8500 42nd Ave N12/13/20212654True Blue Therapeutic BodyworkP Refuse Collection 2830 101 Avenue NE Blaine Walters Recycling & Refuse 12/13/2021548Walters Recycling & RefuseP Refuse Collection 10050 Naples Street NE Blaine10050 Naples Street N EWaste Management 12/13/2021185Waste ManagementP Pawn Brokers 4223 Winnetka Ave N New Hope4223 Winnetka Ave NWe Pay More Pawn 12/13/20212433We Pay More Pawn LLC78
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Approval of claims through December 13, 2021
Requested Action
Claims for services and commodities purchased through this period are listed on the Check Disbursement
Report
Attachments
Check Disbursement Report
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.2
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Valerie Leone, City Clerk‐Treasurer
Agenda Title
Resolution approving re‐appointments to Citizen Advisory Commission, Human Rights Commission, and
Planning Commission
Requested Action
Terms of several commission members will expire December 31, 2021. Staff recommends re‐appointment of
members who have expressed a desire to continue serving on various commissions. The City Council and staff
appreciate the service of residents on city commissions.
Policy/Past Practice
City code outlines terms and reappointments for commission members. City code also provides for the
appointment of Council to various boards/positions.
Background
Persons with terms expiring December 31 who would like to be considered for reappointment include:
Citizen Advisory – Scott Kulzer, Rick Riley, Mike Terres
Human Rights – Donna Meyer, Trista Rehnke
Planning – Roger Landy
Commission vacancies will be advertised in the Sun Post, city publications and on the city’s website.
Attachment
Resolution
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.4
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021‐
Resolution approving re‐appointments
to Citizen Advisory Commission, Human Rights Commission,
and Planning Commission
WHEREAS, City Commission members are appointed by the City Council in accordance with city
code; and
WHEREAS, the following persons have expressed a desire to be re‐appointed:
Citizen Advisory ‐ for terms expiring December 31, 2023
Scott Kulzer
Rick Riley
Mike Terres
Human Rights – for terms expiring December 31, 2023
Donna Meyer
Trista Rehnke
Planning Commission – for term expiring December 31, 2024
Roger Landy
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the fore‐mentioned commissioners are re‐appointed for
subsequent terms on city commissions.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of New Hope this 13th day of December, 2021.
______________________________
Mayor
Attest: __________________________
City Clerk
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Valerie Leone, City Clerk/Treas.
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Resolution approving final payment of $10,000 to Terra General Contractors, LLC for the construction of the
police station/city hall project (Improvement Project No. 994)
Requested Action
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the construction of the police station/city hall project and
authorize final payment to Terra General Contractors, LLC for $10,000.
All of the necessary paperwork has been provided by the contractor.
Background
The city began discussing the police department and city hall space needs issue in 2013. Following citizen
task force reports, the City Council approved a contract for design and construction services with Wold
Architects and Engineers in January 2017. On December 11, 2017, the Council awarded a contract for the
construction of a new police station/city hall facility to Terra General Contractors for $14,792,500. Change
orders totaled $388,164 resulting in the total contract amount of $15,180,664 with Terra. The city was
withholding the final payment of $10,000 to ensure receipt of utility as built drawings. Stantec has reviewed
the as builts and find the records acceptable. Wold Architects and Engineer support making the final
payment to Terra.
Funding
The project was funded with $18,435,000 general obligation capital improvement plan bonds, series 2017A.
On November 8, 2021, Council authorized transferring $400,000 of remaining bond proceeds from the city
hall construction fund to the public works facility fund.
Attachments
Resolution
Letter from Wold Architects and Engineers
Final Pay request from Terra General Contractors
IC‐134 contractor affidavit
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.5
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021-
Resolution approving final payment of $10,000 to Terra General Contractors, LLC for the construction
of the police station/city hall project (Improvement Project No. 994)
WHEREAS, on December 11, 2017, the city entered into a contract with Terra General Contractors, LLC to
construct a new police station/city hall project; and
WHEREAS, staff is recommending that the Council adopt a resolution to accept the completion of work for
the police station/city hall project (Improvement Project No. 994) and approve final payment to
Terra General Contractors, LLC in the amount of $10,000; and,
WHEREAS, staff has reported that all work has been satisfactorily completed and recommends that final
payment be made to Terra General Contractors, LLC.
WHEREAS, the funding source for this project is the general obligation capital improvement plan bonds,
series 2017A, that were issued in December of 2017.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Hennepin County,
Minnesota:
1. That the City Council accepts the work for the construction of the police station/city hall
project (Improvement Project No. 994) from Terra General Contractors, LLC.
2. That the city manager is hereby directed to authorize the final payment of $10,000 to Terra
General Contractors, LLC.
Adopted by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota this 13th day of
December 2021.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
I:\RFA\City Manager\2021\ARPF\CM 121321\6.6 Q&R ‐ American Rescue Plan Additional Funds 12132021.docx
Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Resolution to accept additional 2021 Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds established under the
American Rescue Plan Act
Requested Action
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the attached resolution to accept additional 2021
Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds established under the American Rescue Plan Act.
Policy/Past Practice
The City Council has approved the acceptance of Federal funding for the coronavirus pandemic in the past.
In 2020 the city formally accepted $1,641,664 in CARES Act funding from the Federal government via the
State of Minnesota. In July, 2021, the council accepted the first distribution of American Rescue Plan Act
(ARPA) funding in the amount of $1,106,158.
Background
Earlier this year the city was informed that New Hope would be receiving $2,195,235 via the State of
Minnesota over a 2‐year period (2021 and 2022) in funding from the Federal American Rescue Plan Act
(ARPA). In August the City Council approved a resolution accepting the first installment of $1,106,158, with
the second payment to be received in 2022. After the deadline passed for Minnesota local governments to
request ARPA funds, approximately $12 million available remained unrequested. Therefore, an additional
distribution was made and New Hope received an additional $36,223 in funding in mid‐November.
Per the attached memorandum from Abdo, it is recommended that the City Council formally accept the
additional funding which can be utilized for lost revenue during the pandemic and for specific infrastructure
projects. A funding report with recommendations will be presented at the January council work session.
Attachments
Resolution
November 30 Abdo Memorandum
League of MN Cities Information
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.6
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021‐
Resolution to accept additional 2021 Coronavirus Local Fiscal
Recovery Funds established under the American Rescue Plan Act
WHEREAS, since the first case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) was discovered in the United
States in January 2020, the disease has infected over 32 million and killed over 575,000
Americans (“Pandemic”). The disease has impacted every part of life: as social distancing
became a necessity, businesses closed, schools transitioned to remote education, travel
was sharply reduced, and millions of Americans lost their jobs; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the Pandemic cities have been called on to respond to the needs of their
communities through the prevention, treatment, and vaccination of COVID‐19; and
WHEREAS, city revenues, businesses and nonprofits in the city have faced economic impacts due to
the Pandemic; and
WHEREAS, Congress adopted the American Rescue Plan Act in March 2021 (“ARPA”) which
included $65 billion in recovery funds for cities across the country; and
WHEREAS, ARPA funds are intended to provide support to state, local, and tribal governments in
responding to the impact of COVID‐19 and in their efforts to contain COVID‐19 in their
communities, residents, and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the City of New Hope (“City”) was allocated funds in July, 2021 in the amount of
$1,106,158 pursuant to the ARPA (“Allocation”); and
WHEREAS, due to a surplus of unrequested state funds for cities with populations under 50,000 (non‐
entitlement cities), New Hope received a supplemental distribution in November, 2021,
in the amount of $36,233; and
WHEREAS, the United States Department of Treasury has adopted guidance regarding the use of
ARPA funds; and
WHEREAS, the City, in response to the Pandemic, has had expenditures and anticipates future
expenditures consistent with the Department of Treasury’s ARPA guidance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
1. The City intends to collect its share of ARPA funds from the State of Minnesota to
use in a manner consistent with the Department of Treasury’s guidance.
2. City staff, together with the Mayor and the City Attorney are hereby authorized to
take any actions necessary to receive the City’s share of ARPA funds from the State
of Minnesota for expenses incurred because of the Pandemic.
3. City staff, together with the Mayor and the City Attorney are hereby authorized to
make recommendations to the City Council for future expenditures that may be
reimbursed with ARPA funds.
Adopted by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota, this 13th day of
December, 2021.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: Parks & Recreation
By: Susan Rader, Director
Agenda Title
Motion accepting a donation from the Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey Association for the 2021 Skate and
Movie
Requested Action
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the donation from the Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey
Association (ACYHA) in the amount of $300 for the Open Skate and Movie event at the New Hope Ice Arena.
Policy/Past Practice
It is past practice for the City Council to formally accept donations.
Background
The Parks and Recreation Department offered movie events at the New Hope Ice Arena on New Year’s Eve
in 2018 and 2019. Past movies included “D2: The Mighty Ducks” and “Aladdin – Live Action”. Prior to the
movie showing there has been an open skate on the south rink from 12:00‐1:15 p.m. where participants pay
the open skate fee, but then are welcome to stay for the movie showing afterwards at 1:30 p.m. on the north
rink. The movie is shown on an inflatable screen with attached speakers on the ice and participants sit in the
bleachers to watch the movie.
This year, ACYHA generously donated $300 to cover the movie license for the showing of “Space Jam 2” on
December 28, 2021. Additionally, ACYHA will be staffing the concessions stand so participants will be able to
purchase concessions during the event. The ACYHA sponsorship will be recognized in promotional
materials, social media, at the movie showing, and after the event in any evaluation materials.
A thank you letter has been sent.
Attachment
2021 Open Skate and Movie Flyer
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.7
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: Parks & Recreation
By: Susan Rader, Director of Parks & Recreation
Agenda Title
Motion accepting a donation from the New Hope Lions for the 2021 Trick or Trot and Transylvania
Requested Action
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the donation from the New Hope Lions in the amount of $125
for the Trick or Trot and Transylvania event.
Policy/Past Practice
It is past practice for the City Council to formally accept donations.
Background
The New Hope Parks and Recreation department held the Trick or Trot and Transylvania event on October 9,
2021. At the event, youth ages 3‐12 could participate in an evening of trick or treating along the lighted trail at
Civic Center Park, face painting, pumpkin decorating, DJ music, costume contest, scavenger hunt, carnival
games and hot beverages, as well as a free movie showing of Hotel Transylvania.
Staff was looking for various volunteers for the event to help with the trick or treat stations or carnival games,
and the New Hope Lions graciously donated $125 to go towards the purchase of pumpkins for the
participants. A few members of the Lions were also present to help with a trick or treat station. The New
Hope Lions have been extremely generous to the city of New Hope and staff appreciates their support.
A thank you letter has been sent.
Agenda Section
Consent
Item Number
6.8
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Appearance by licensees regarding consequences for failing tobacco or liquor compliance checks
Requested Action
Staff requests that Council take action as required under City Code regarding penalties for failing a license
compliance check.
Background
Tobacco and liquor compliance checks were conducted on November 18 and 19, 2021, by the Police Department.
There were 20 tobacco licensees and 13 liquor licensees checked. There was a total of five failures.
In accordance with city code that was last revised in 2020, the businesses that failed have been invited to the
Council Meeting regarding the alleged violation. The licensee must admit or deny the allegation. Two of the
alleged tobacco violations are considered second violations and two are first violations relative to the fine
schedule. The Council should call upon each business to address the Council. A representative from the police
department will be in attendance if any questions arise.
Business Address Violation
Speedway 9400 36th Ave N Tobacco – first
Winnetka Fuel 3535 Winnetka Ave N Tobacco ‐ first
New Hope Smoke Shop 2767 Winnetka Ave N Tobacco – second
Big B’s BP Gas 7800 27th Ave N Tobacco ‐ second
Pocket Square Cocktail Lounge 7530 42nd Ave N Liquor ‐ first
The fine for failing a tobacco compliance check for a first violation within 36 months is $300 plus a 3‐day
suspension (may elect training in lieu of suspension). The fine for failing a tobacco compliance check for a second
violation within 36 months is $750 plus a 15‐day suspension (may elect training in lieu of 10 of the 15‐day license
suspension).
The fine for failing a liquor compliance check for a first violation within 24 months is $250 plus a 3‐day suspension
(may elect training in lieu of suspension).
The city charges $100 for the identification training.
Following the hearing, the city clerk will mail the businesses a notice containing instructions on payment of the
fine, identification training or the license suspension period.
Attachments
Notices of Initial Appearance and Incident Reports
City Code 8‐7 and 10‐23
Agenda Section
Public Hearing
Item Number
7.1
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Valerie Leone, City Clerk/Treasurer
Agenda Title
Public hearing ‐ liquor license renewals for year 2022
Requested Action
Staff recommends that the Council consider liquor license renewals for establishments with on sale and off sale
licenses. The Council may act on each license individually or act on them simultaneously with one motion closing
the hearing and a second motion approving the license renewals.
Background
The license holders have furnished the necessary liquor license renewal applications. License renewals are effective
January 1. The Director of Police supports renewal of the licenses, and will be in attendance to answer any
questions (a summary of police activities per location is attached). License holders are not required to attend the
public hearing. Per city code 10‐14 liquor/restaurant establishments must have sales exceeding 50% for food (or
greater than 50% sales in bowling, if a bowling center).
Type Establishment Owner or Mgr Percentage Sales
On Sale, Restaurant Applebee’s, 4203 Winnetka Ave N. Nate McVey 89% food, 11% liquor
On Sale, Restaurant Frankie’s Pizza, 3566 Winnetka Ave. N. Kent Garbers 88% food, 12% liquor
On Sale, Restaurant Pub 42, 7600 42nd Ave. N. Steve Wagenheim 70% food; 30% liquor
On Sale, Restaurant Hy‐Vee Market Grille, 8200 42nd Ave. N. Chad Adams 90% food, 10% liquor
On Sale, Restaurant Los Sanchez Taqueria, 7112 Bass Lake Rd Santiago Ortiz 64% food, 36% liquor
On Sale, Restaurant New Hope Golf Course, 8130 Bass Lake Rd Mark Severson 7% liquor, 93% golf‐related
On Sale, Restaurant Cinema Grill & Outtakes Zachary Pack Not full year under
new ownership
On Sale, bowling ctr New Hope Bowl, 7107 42nd Ave. N. Tom Bender 32% food, 30% liq, 38% bowl
Microdistillery Pocket Square Cocktail Lounge, 7530 42nd A Davis
Off Sale New Hope Liquor, 8001 Bass Lake Rd Amrit Singh
Off Sale Winnetka Liquor, 3544 Winnetka Ave. N. Gheremse Neguse
Off Sale Viking Liquor Wine & Tobacco, 7141 42nd Nathan Bigbee
Off Sale Hy‐Vee Wine & Spirits, 8202 42nd Ave N Chad Adams
City code sets the maximum number of off‐sale licenses at four, and they are all issued at the present time.
3.2 malt liquor renewals:
Off‐sale – Speedway, 6144 West Broadway
Off‐sale ‐ Hy‐Vee Food Store, 8200 42nd Avenue North
Attachments
Police Department report
Agenda Section
Public Hearing
Item Number
7.2
Memorandum
To: Valerie Leone, City Clerk
From: Tim Hoyt, Chief of Police
Date: December 3rd, 2021
Subject: Liquor License Renewals – Summary of Police Activity
This is a summary of known offenses occurring at liquor establishments (on and off-sale) in
the city of New Hope between November 20th , 2020 and November 15th, 2021.
The listed calls-for-service are consistent once again with previous years. Most are normal
and routine for these business activities. As in previous years, many of the calls-for-service
are not related to the business activity. Rather, they are a combination of incidents that occur
in and around the business, parking lot or nearby streets. Many are generated by officers,
which lead to other enforcement actions.
The business which generated the largest call volume once again was Hy-Vee. Though the
vast majority of calls have little to do with the sale of liquor. In total, there were more liquor-
related calls at New Hope business establishments in 2021 (523) as compared to 2020 (442).
The increase in call volume is attributed to my report adding all off-sale malt liquor
establishments. The overwhelmingly majority of calls does not involve liquor issues.
The POLD data (Place of Last Drink) does not reveal anything unusual.
The paragraphs below highlight some of the statistics:
- New Hope Liquor, 7910 Bass Lake Road: This location reported the
highest number of calls-for-service among off-sale establishments. There
were 73 calls this past year compared to 42 calls in 2020. 12 of these
calls were officer generated business spot checks (an officer either
checks the doors after closing hours or checks on employees) and Alarm
calls. Many of the calls were thefts & trespass calls for service.
- Applebee’s, 4203 Winnetka Ave N: Calls for service were down slightly.
Many of the calls involve incidents related to the parking lot area. There
were 12 calls total. Nothing significant to report.
- Pub 42, 7600 42nd Ave N: Pub 42 had 42 calls in 2021, up from the 26 in
2020. Pub 42 did have two assaults in 2021, which was directly related to
several unwanted subjects on both calls.
- New Hope Bowl, 7107 42nd Ave N: The New Hope Bowl saw a decrease in
calls from 30 in 2020 to 15 in 2021. A large sum of calls occurred in the
parking lot.
- New Hope Cinema Grill/Outtakes, 2749 Winnetka Ave N: Call volumes
increased in 2021. There were 54 total calls. 10 of the calls were for
unwanted individuals who were escorted off the property. I look at this as
a success in that Cinema Grill is calling for our services instead of placing
employees at risk. New ownership will hopefully curtail overserving
which has been a problem in the past.
- Frankie’s Pizza, 3556 Winnetka Ave N: Calls for service were mostly
related to the exterior/parking lot area of the business. 12 total calls, all but
one happening outside in the parking lot. This shows what an involved
incredible ownership/staff can do for a business in our city.
- Hy-Vee, 8200 42nd Ave N: Hy-Vee accounted for the most calls for service
in 2021. Most of the calls are related to the business site, grocery, and/or
other areas of the facility. Calls went down to 177 calls in 2021, from 180
total calls in 2020.
- Los Sanchez, 7112 Bass Lake Road: Los Sanchez is a restaurant, and
accounted for 30 calls. They have their own private security, and the police
department continues to work with them to quell some calls late at night
around closing.
- New Hope Golf Course, 8130 Bass Lake Road: 20 total calls, with many
calls as officers checked on city property through spot checks and
accidents in the parking lot.
- Winnetka Liquor, 3544 Winnetka Ave N: Off-sale establishment with
only 8 calls. Four (4) of the calls for service were from two unwanted
parties.
- Viking Liquor & Wine, 7141 42nd Ave N: Off-sale establishment with 13
total calls, most happening in the parking lot, not directly attributed to the
business. I met with the owner who was open to ideas to curtail the issues
in the parking lot.
- Speedway, 6144 West Broadway: Off-sale establishment with 75 calls.
All calls for service were related to the store/parking lot and didn’t involve
the sale of liquor.
- Pocket Square, 7530 42nd Ave. N: This business is a new microdistillery
and had 2 calls for service in 2021.
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: Public Works
By: Bernie Weber, Public Works Director
Agenda Title
Resolution approving Change Order No. 3 for $85,343.46 with Rochon Corporation for Phase 1
Improvements at the Public Works Facility (Improvement Project No. 1039).
Requested Action
Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 3 to the contract for Phase 1 Improvements at the
Public Works Facility (Improvement Project No. 1039) in the amount of $85,343.46. In December, staff
and the city engineer discussed upcoming change orders with the city manager. Dan Boyum is
available to respond to any questions regarding the change order.
Policy/Past Practice
The City Council considers change orders when unforeseen circumstances arise or changes are recommended
for a city project.
Background
The City Council awarded a construction contract to Rochon Corporation at the May 24, 2021 council meeting
in the amount of $2,316,000. Stantec architects and engineers are providing oversight.
Since the start of the project, the following change orders have been approved:
Change Order Item Amount
Change Order
No. 1 – 7/26/21
Floor sink/drain, venting, and temporary compressor/water heater
relocation, replace concrete aprons, and concrete slab credit.
$15,635.68
Change Order
No. 2 – 10/11/21
Owner removed trees credit, elimination of two windows and removal of
exhaust fan credit, spray foam masonry cells, additional B618 concrete curb
and gutter, insulate existing concrete blocks above window/door openings,
delete exterior draintile credit, and additional fire sprinkler heads.
$7,113.73
With the exception of sand interceptor and overhead door loop detector, the other items have been discussed
in previous updates. Change Order No. 3 includes the following items:
Network Switch Allowance:
A network switch allowance of $20,000 was included in the project costs. IT staff located a used switch at a
reduced price. The cost for switch and installation was $2,500. Cost = ‐$17,500 (deduct to contract).
IT Room Filter Ventilation
Based on a review by IT staff, the existing IT room has dust levels that could potentially cause the reduction
in life of the equipment. Adding additional ventilating and filtration is recommended. This ventilation and
filtration work was not part of the original project scope. Cost = $11,023.16 (add to the contract).
Agenda Section
Development &
Planning
Item Number
8.1
Concrete Walk by Gates/Island Area
The gate area will have a concrete foundation. The remainder of the area was to be restored with grass per
the original contract. Staff is recommending adding sand and 4” concrete walk to these island areas to help
reduce future maintenance and costs. Cost = $6,037.50 (add to the contract).
Concrete Apron – North Entrance
The concrete apron at the north entrance was not proposed to be replaced with this project. After further
review, staff discussed with the contractor removing cracked concrete panels and replacing with bituminous
pavement. Staff is recommending proceeding with this work. Cost = $3,412.50 (add to the contract).
Sand Interceptor – Add Extra Concrete
The sand interceptors were larger than the size shown on the record drawings. The contractor had to do an
infill of concrete on one end of the sand interceptors to get the opening to match the new frames. This work
was not part of the original bid package. Cost = $525 (add to contract).
Overhead Door Loop Detector
The overhead door loop detector was not shown to be replaced on the project drawings. Based on
discussions with staff during design, it was anticipated that the existing loop detector was set in conduit and
the gravel base would not be impacted by the pavement replacement. This was not the case. The loop
detector was in the base course and was damaged during removal. A new loop detector was placed in
conduit and in the gravel base. Cost = $1,309.25 (add to contract).
Soils Storage Building
Poor soils were found after footing excavation for the soils storage building. Soil borings were taken, and a
soil correction option was reviewed with the contractor to continue with the proposed masonry building.
The estimated cost increase for the soil corrections was +/‐ $350,000. A lighter, wood‐framed building was
proposed and discussed at the November 11, 2021 work session. This building would be the same size as the
original building and construction could continue in the winter. The contractor has submitted pricing for
subgrade materials, wood‐framed building, precast storage walls, and bituminous paving for the floor
(similar to the existing salt storage shed). Staff is recommending proceeding with this work. Cost =
$80,536.05 (add to contract).
Change Order No. 3 includes the addition, as follows:
Network Switch Allowance $ 17,500.00 Deduct
IT Room Filter Ventilation $ 11,023.16 Add
Concrete Walk by Gates/Island Area $ 6,037.50 Add
Concrete Apron – North Entrance $3,412.50 Add
Sand Interceptor – Add Extra Concrete $525.00 Add
Overhead Door Loop Detector $1,309.25 Add
Soils Storage Building $80,536.05 Add
Total Change Order No. 3 $ 85,343.46 Add
Change Order No. 3 increases the contract amount from $2,338,749.41 to $2,424,092.87. Staff recommends
approval of the resolution approving the change order.
Other Pending Change Orders
Staff has been in discussion with the contractor on some other items on the project. These items include:
Camera in Parts Storage Room
Staff felt with the large amount of product located in the new parts storage building, adding a camera at this
time would be advantageous and has asked the contractor for pricing on this additional item.
Bituminous and Wedging Related Costs
The contractor has requested additional costs associated with placing bituminous wedges at concrete
aprons/storm sewer manhole structures, temporary striping, and increased bituminous wear costs for 2022.
Gate Lighting
The existing gates did not have lighting. Adding lighting at the gate areas will improve security and aid
camera operations during nighttime hours.
Additional Long Range Gate Readers
The city is reviewing purchasing additional long range gate readers to be placed in various equipment. The
original project had a set number of these readers, but staff believes that additional readers would be
beneficial.
Funding
At the June 24, 2021 council meeting a separate capital fund for the public works facility was established in
the amount of $2,550,000. The contract award was $2,316,000 and indirect costs are estimated at $192,280, for
a total estimated project cost of $2,508,280. At the November 8, 2021 council meeting, the council approved
the transfer of city hall bond proceeds in the amount of $400,000 to the public works capital fund. There are
adequate funds to pay for the change orders as indicated below:
Item Amount
Public Works facility capital fund $ 2,550,000.00
Minus estimated project costs $ 2,508,280.00
Project contingencies $ 41,720.00
Minus Change Order No. 1 (7/26/21) $15,635.68
Subtotal $26,084.32
Minus Change Order No. 2 (10/11/21) $7,113.73
Subtotal $18,970.59
Minus ITT geotechnical services (10/11/21) $7,325.00
Subtotal $11,645.59
Transfer from City Hall Bond Proceeds (11/8/21) $400,000.00
Subtotal $411,645.59
Minus Change Order No. 3 (12/13/21) $ 85,343.46
Remaining Project Contingencies $326,302.13
Attachments
Resolution
Letter from Dan Boyum, City Engineer
Change Order No. 3
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021 ‐
Resolution approving Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $85,343.46 with Rochon Corporation for the Phase
1 Improvements at the Public Works Facility (Improvement Project No. 1039).
WHEREAS, the city has received the request for Change Order No. 3 from Stantec Consulting Services for
Rochon Corporation for the Phase 1 Improvements at the Public Works Facility (Improvement
Project No. 1039) for $85,343.46; and
WHEREAS, the items in Change Order No. 3 include network switch allowance, IT room filter ventilation,
concrete walk by gates/island area, concrete apron – north entrance, sand interceptor – add
extra concrete, overhead door loop detector, and soils storage building; and
WHEREAS, the original contract with Rochon Corporation was in the amount of $2,316,000 and the budget
included a $41,720 contingency; and
WHEREAS, at the July 26, 2021 city council meeting Change Order No. 1 was approved in the amount of
$15,635.68, which increased the contract amount to $2,331,635.68 and decreased the contingency
to $26,084.32; and
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 2 increases the contract amount to $2,338,749.41 and the construction
contingency is reduced to $18,970.59; and
WHEREAS, Geotechnical services for ITT are being paid separately from the Rochon Corporation contract
and do not change the contract amount, but construction contingency is reduced to $11,645.59;
and
WHEREAS, at the November 8, 2021 city council meeting, the council approved the transfer of city hall bond
proceeds in the amount of $400,000 to the public works capital fund, which increased the
construction contingency to $411,645.69; and
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 3 increases the contract amount to $2,424,092.87 and the construction
contingency is reduced to $326,302.13; and
WHEREAS Stantec Consulting Services and staff recommend approval of the change order; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the city of New Hope that Change Order No. 3
To Rochon Corporation contract is approved with an add amount of $85,343.46 and that all
other respects of the contract shall remain in full force and effect according to its terms.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota, this 13th day of
December, 2021.
______________________________
Mayor
Attest: ________________________
City Clerk
Stantec Consulting Services Inc.
733 Marquette Avenue, Suite 1000
Minneapolis, MN 55402
December 7, 2021
File:193804913
Attention: Bernie Weber, Director of Public Works
City of New Hope
5500 International Parkway
New Hope, MN 55428
Reference: Change Order No. 3 – New Hope Public Works Facility – Phase 1 Improvements
City Project No: 1039
Dear Bernie,
The above referenced change order relates to the following items:
(1)Network Switch Allowance: A network switch allowance of $20,000 was included in the
project costs. IT staff located a used switch at a reduced price. The cost for switch and
installation was $2,500. Cost = -$17,500 (deduct to contract).
(2)IT Room Filter Ventilation: Based on a review by IT staff, the existing IT room has dust levels
that could potentially cause the reduction in life of the equipment. Adding additional
ventilating and filtration is recommended. This ventilation and filtration work was not part
of the original project scope. Cost = $11,023.16 (add to the contract).
(3)Concrete Walk by Gates/Island Area: The gate area will have a concrete foundation. The
remainder of the area was to be restored with grass per the original contract. Staff is
recommending adding sand and 4” concrete walk to these island areas to help reduce
future maintenance and costs. Cost = $6,037.50 (add to the contract).
(4)Concrete Apron – North Entrance: The concrete apron at the north entrance was not
proposed to be replaced with this project. After further review, staff discussed with the
contractor removing cracked concrete panels and replacing with bituminous pavement.
Staff is recommending proceeding with this work. Cost = $3,412.50 (add to the contract).
(5)Sand Interceptor – Add Extra Concrete: The sand interceptors were larger than the size
shown on the record drawings. The contractor had to do an infill of concrete on one end
of the sand interceptors to get the opening to match the new frames. This work was not
part of the original bid package. Cost = $525 (add to contract).
December 7, 2021
Bernie Weber
Page 2 of 2
Reference: Change Order No. 1 – New Hope Public Works Facility – Phase 1 Improvements
(6)Overhead Door Loop Detector: The overhead door loop detector was not shown to be
replaced on the project drawings. Based on discussions with staff during design, it was
anticipated that the existing loop detector was set in conduit and the gravel base would
not be impacted by the pavement replacement. This was not the case. The loop
detector was in the base course and was damaged during removal. A new loop detector
was placed in conduit and in the gravel base. Cost = $1,309.25 (add to contract).
(7)Soils Storage Building: Poor soils were found after footing excavation for the soils storage
building. Soil borings were taken, and a soil correction option was reviewed with the
contractor to continue with the proposed masonry building. The estimated cost increase
for the soil corrections was +/- $350,000. A lighter, wood-framed building was proposed
and discussed at the November 11, 2021 work session. This building would be the same size
as the original building and construction could continue in the winter. The contractor has
submitted pricing for subgrade materials, wood-framed building, precast storage walls,
and bituminous paving for the floor (similar to the existing salt storage shed). Staff is
recommending proceeding with this work. Cost = $80,536.05 (add to contract).
The total of these add and deduct items is an addition of $85,343.46 to the Revised Contract. The
Revised Contract amount will be $2,424,092.87 ($2,316,000 (Original Contract) + $15,635.68
(Change Order No. 1) + $7,113.73 (Change Order No. 2) + $85,343.46 (Change Order No. 3)).
We recommend approval of the work described above and included in Change Order No. 3. If
you have any questions or require further information, please call me at (612) 712-2021.
Sincerely,
STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC.
Dan D. Boyum, P.E.
Attachments: Contractor Change Order Summaries
CC: Kirk McDonald, Valorie Leone, Bernie Weber – New Hope; Stacy Woods – City Attorney; Bruce
Paulson, Lucas Miller – Stantec.
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: Parks & Recreation
By: Susan Rader, Director and
Mark Severson, Recreation Facilities Manager
Agenda Title
Resolution authorizing the appropriation of funds in the amount of $237,115 to replace the dasher boards and
glass in the north rink at the New Hope Ice Arena (Improvement Project No. 1079)
Requested Action
Staff requests that the City Council approve a resolution authorizing the replacement of the dasher boards
and glass in the north rink at the New Hope Ice Arena by Becker Arena Products for $237,115 (improvement
project no. 1079).
Policy/Past Practice
The city develops a ten‐year capital improvement program (CIP) for capital equipment, facility
improvements, and infrastructure projects. Each year the CIP is reviewed, updated, and extended for another
ten‐year period. Replacement of the north rink dasher boards and glass is included in the 2022 CIP budget.
Background
The Ice Arena is located at 4949 Louisiana Avenue North. The original 1975 dasher boards and glass in the north
rink were replaced with the existing boards and glass in 1998. The normal life expectancy of a hockey rink board
system is 20 years. The boards and glass were initially identified for replacement in 2021, but staff postponed
the project until 2022.
When a board system ages, the hardware for all of the gates wears, which makes it difficult to keep them
functioning properly and safely. Also, over time, board sections and gate sections are hit so intensely that gaps start
to form between them. These gaps can be a safety hazard as sticks and sometimes skate blades can get caught
between them. And as the glass gets older, the frequency of a piece of glass breaking also increases. When glass
breaks, it causes delays in the ice schedule and the replacement process has become increasingly more difficult to
do in a timely manner as the hardware holding the glass in place has become difficult to use.
The replacement will include all existing boards and glass, including the player, penalty and timekeeper
boxes. The new board system will be similar to the existing board system, constructed with steel framing and
using tempered glass. The new glass will be 6 foot tall around the entire rink, currently the height along the
spectator (east) side of the rink. The increased height along the west side will reduce any puck damage to the
dryland fencing, keep more pucks from leaving the playing surface, and give the rink a clean and uniform
look.
The quote also includes the option of Lexan Advertising Panels. These panels are used as a protective
covering to “drop in” advertising panels. Currently, the advertising panels that are used are made of a 3/8‐
inch‐thick Lexan panel that staff needs to attach directly to the dasher board. When the advertisement needs
to be changed or repaired, the old panel is removed, and the new panel must line up exactly with the old
Agenda Section
Development &
Planning
Item Number
8.2
Request for Action, Page 2
panel holes to be installed properly. With the Lexan Advertising Panels, the advertising panels are much
thinner and are easily replaced by removing the top of the protective covering, pulling out the old
advertisement and dropping in the new panel. The new panels also cost significantly less than the current
advertising panels. Staff will work with the Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey Association to replace the
current advertisements with the new panels. The cost is expected to be approximately $1,500 to convert the 15
advertisements.
Becker Arena Products is able to provide this boards and glass system through the Sourcewell Cooperative
Purchasing Program (Contract #120320) for $237,115. The quote includes the removal of the existing system
and a trade‐in credit for the old boards and glass. Becker Arena Products has an excellent reputation, are
extremely well‐known in the field of ice arena products and staff have worked with them on numerous
occasions.
The project would take place in the spring.
Funding
The cost to replace the dasher boards and glass in the north rink by Becker Arena Products is $237,115.
Replacement of the boards and glass is included in the 2022 CIP for the Ice Arena Fund and was shared with
the Council during 2021 CIP planning and 2022 budget meetings. The amount budgeted for replacement of
the boards and glass was $210,000.
The funding source will be the Ice Arena Fund, however staff and Abdo recommend an interfund loan from
the Temporary Financing Fund, which will be paid back over 10 years. A resolution will be brought forward
to the City Council at a future meeting.
Attachments
Resolution
Recreation Facility Manager’s memo
Quote from Becker Arena Products
Copy of 2022 CIP listing
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City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021 ‐
Resolution authorizing the appropriation of funds in the amount of $237,115 to replace
the dasher boards and glass in the north rink at the New Hope Ice Arena (Improvement Project No. 1079)
WHEREAS, the city of New Hope prepares a ten‐year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as a guiding
document for equipment acquisition and improvement projects to assist with the preparation of
each annual operating budget; and,
WHEREAS, having safe, well‐maintained facilities is important; and,
WHEREAS, staff recommends Becker Arena Products to replace the dasher boards and glass in the north
rink at the New Hope Ice Arena; and,
WHEREAS, the funding source for this project is the Ice Arena Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Minnesota, that the
appropriation of $237,115 from the Ice Arena Fund for payment to Becker Arena Products is
hereby authorized.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota, this 13th day of
December, 2021.
______________________________
Mayor
Attest: ________________________
City Clerk
Memorandum
To: Susan Rader‐Director of Parks and Recreation
From: Mark Severson‐Recreation Facilities Manager
Date: December 3, 2021
Subject: North Arena Boards and Glass
Staff is recommending to replace the board and glass system in the north arena as part of the
2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
The city develops a ten‐year capital improvement program (CIP) for capital equipment,
facility improvements, and infrastructure projects. Every year the CIP is reviewed, updated,
and extended another year for another ten‐year period.
The north arena was built in 1975. The original boards and glass were replaced with the
current boards and glass in 1998. The normal life expectancy of a hockey rink board system
is 20 years, so the current boards and glass in the north rink is almost 24 years old. When a
board system gets this old, the hardware for all the gates are so worn that it is difficult to
keep them functioning properly and safely. Over time, board sections and gate sections take
such a beating that gaps get created between them. These gaps are a safety hazard as sticks
and sometimes skate blades can get caught between them. As the glass gets older, the
frequency of a piece of glass breaking has increased. This sometimes will cause delays in the
ice schedule and has become increasingly more difficult to do in a timely manner as the
hardware holding glass in place has become difficult to use.
Staff recommends the bid from Becker Arena Products of $237,111.00. The bid is part of the
Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program.
This has been budgeted in for in the 2022 ice arena CIP. The amount budgeted is $210,000.
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Resolution approving the HRA levy for 2022
Requested Action
Staff requests the City Council adopt the attached resolution relating to the HRA levy for 2022.
Background
The resolution before the City Council supports the $417,000 HRA levy. It is necessary to adopt the HRA levy
separate from the city’s base levy. The EDA must also approve the levy.
AEM and staff recommend the HRA levy be set at $417,000 for year 2022. Minnesota Statutes permits an HRA
levy of up to .01850% of the estimated market value in the city, and this levy meets those requirements. The
total estimated market value is estimated by Hennepin County at $2,257,016,100; ($2,257,016,100 x .0185% =
$417,547).
The levy was presented during the December 6 budget hearing.
Attachments
Resolution
Agenda Section
Ordinances &
Resolutions
Item Number
10.1
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021-
Resolution approving the HRA levy for 2022
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.001 to 469.047 (the “HRA Act”), the
City Council of the City of New Hope created the City of New Hope Housing Redevelopment
Authority (the “Authority”); and
WHEREAS, Section 469.033, subdivision 6 of the Act authorizes the Authority to levy a tax
upon all taxable property within the City to be expended for the purposed authorized by the
HRA Act; and
WHEREAS, such levy may be in an amount not to exceed .0185 percent of estimated market
value of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Authority has filed its budget for the special benefit levy in accordance with the
budget procedures of the City in the amount of $417,000; and
WHEREAS, based upon such budgets the Authority will levy all or such portion of the
authorized levy as it deems necessary and proper;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City of New Hope City Council:
1. That approval is hereby given for the Authority to levy, for taxes payable in 2022, such
tax upon the taxable property of the City as the Authority may determine, subject to the
limitations contained in the HRA Act.
Adopted by the New Hope City Council on December 13, 2021.
____________________________________
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Resolution adopting general, special revenue, debt service, enterprise and internal service fund budgets for
the city of New Hope for the year 2022 and establishing a tax levy for the year payable 2022
Requested Action
Staff requests the Council adopt the attached resolution for the 2022 budget and tax levy.
Policy/Past Practice
The City Council annually adopts the budget for the upcoming year and establishes the final tax levy at the
first council meeting in December. This action is taken after the adoption of the preliminary budget and tax
levy in September, after work sessions were conducted this fall to review/discuss departmental budgets, and
after public input was taken at the December 6 public hearing.
Background
The preliminary budget and tax levy was adopted at the September 13 city council meeting. This is the
maximum tax levy and budget that can be adopted; it can be reduced before final adoption in December, but
it cannot be increased. The Council reviewed all general fund budgets with department heads at their
September work session and reviewed utility and enterprise fund budgets at the October work session. The
Council reviewed the final budget hearing presentation at the November work session, as additional
information had been added regarding results of the 2021 city services/performance measurements survey,
average utility rate increases, and Hennepin County Assessor information. The City Council conducted a
public hearing on December 6 to receive comments regarding the 2022 proposed budget and tax levy.
2022 Budget
The 2022 preliminary general fund budget is $16,179,193, which is an increase of $242,216 (1.5%) over the
2021 budget of $15,936,977. The major changes in the budget include:
An increase of $281,056 for wage and benefit increases ($131,694 for reallocation of personnel expenses
from EDA to provide funding for scattered site housing/redevelopment projects; $149,362 for all other
general fund personnel costs). A 3% cost of living adjustment is budgeted for employees along with an
increase in the city’s share of health insurance coverage for a comparable cities adjustment. A 3% increase
in City Council salaries is also included in the budget.
IT charges to the general fund increased $105,200. The software for body cameras (WatchGuard/$30,000)
is allocated to the police department budget, and in 2022 a small percentage of the HR
director/coordinator personnel cost is allocated to the IT budget.
There is an increase of $65,859 in the budget for West Metro Fire‐Rescue District due to a 4.9% increase in
New Hope’s share of the joint powers agreement. Similar to 2021, it is recommended that New Hope’s
share of the aerial lease payment ($51,800) be funded by the general fund instead of a transfer from the
Fire Capital Projects. The lease payments for two new engines will be included in the 2023 budget.
Agenda Section
Ordinances &
Resolutions
Item Number
10.2
Request for Action, Page 2
The budget includes a $50,000 increase for the Emerald Ash Borer Removal/Replacement Program on
public property (city right‐of‐ways, parks, etc.) due to the increasing occurrence of the disease in the
northwest metro area.
2022 is a gubernatorial election year, and there is a $39,000 increase in the budget for election judge
costs.
There is a $315,454 decrease in central garage charges primarily in the police department (for leasing
vehicles) and the street department (reduced equipment purchases).
The city is scheduled to receive $866,642 in LGA (local government aid) in 2022, which is a $4,916 increase
over 2021. The revenue will be utilized in the general fund to offset central garage equipment and
building replacement charges; it is not used for general operations.
There is a decrease of $130,000 in building permit and related revenue, as the Windsor Ridge single‐
family home development will be completed at the end of 2021.
2022 Tax Levy
The tax levy for the general fund is $11,393,354, which is $513,889 or a 4.72% increase over the 2021 general
fund levy of $10,879,465. The total tax levy for 2022, including the general fund, street and park infrastructure
funds, economic development and housing and redevelopment authorities, and prior debt levies for City
Center, Northwood South and Northwood North infrastructure bonds, the 2017 Police Station/City Hall
facility bonds, and the 2018/2019 Pool and Park improvement bonds is $18,231,011. This represents a 4.67%
or $813,410 increase over the 2021 levy of $17,417,601, which was a 3.4% or $572,885 increase. The total tax
levy includes a 5% increase in the street and park infrastructure levies to support the long‐term funding plans
for street and park improvements. There is no additional increase in the park infrastructure levy for ice arena
to assist with ice arena capital needs, as the final increase was implemented in 2021. A new HRA levy of
$417,000 is recommended for 2022 which is established as a special taxing district. The EDA levy of $153,000,
which is a reduction of $212,000 from 2021 levy of $365,000 to help offset the HRA levy, will be included in
the city’s tax rate. Both levies are needed to support the scattered site housing program and other
redevelopment due to funding changes in the CDBG program. Three of the bond debt tax levies are
decreasing (2015 City Center, 2015 Northwood South, and 2018 Pool and Park) for a total decrease of $8,833.
Three of the bond debt tax levies are increasing (2016 Northwood North, 2017 Police Station/City Hall, and
2019 Pool and Park) for a total increase of $7,036. Overall, the combined debt levies are decreasing by $1,797.
The median home value for taxes payable in 2022 is $275,000, which is a 7% increase from the median value
home in 2021. At this time the estimated impact on residential homes based on the proposed 4.67% increase
in the city tax levy is 7%. For homes valued between $150,000 and $400,000 the tax increase estimate is $57 to
$180. The city tax rate is projected to increase slightly from 62.60% in 2021 to 62.72% in 2022. Information
provided by the Hennepin County Assessor was distributed at the November work session. The single‐
family resident valuation in the city increased by 6.9% for 2021. The total taxable property market value in the
city increased by 7.72%, from $2,021,382,123 to $2,177,389,934. The estimated market value median for 2021
was $275,000. Property tax comparisons were also provided for residential, apartment and
commercial/industrial properties and are attached with a summary. Taking the total tax levy into account
(city/county/school district), out of 4,774 single‐family properties, approximately 28% will see an increase
between 0 and 4.9% and 53% will see an increase between 5% and 9.9%. Sample tax statements were
provided for various property types. It is important to remember that the city’s portion of the tax statement is
about one‐third of the total amount.
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Goals/Priorities
1. Hold the line on spending; continue to provide existing services and programs with current resources.
2. Keep the general fund tax levy/property taxes as low as possible (levy limits are not in effect for 2022).
3. Continue to proactively pursue all outside funding opportunities for infrastructure and facility
improvements and other programs including public safety, parks and recreation, public works and
housing/redevelopment.
4. Implement 5% annual increase in street and park infrastructure levies to fund capital improvements
outlined in the Pavement Management and Long‐Term Financial Plan. A $100,000 increase in the park
infrastructure levy to help ice arena capital needs and debt is not budgeted for 2022, as the final
increase was implemented in the 2021 levy.
5. Staff is recommending that the city continue with the EDA levy for redevelopment purposes and
consider implementing an HRA levy to provide additional funding for the scattered site housing
program. Overall, the city’s debt service levies will decrease for 2022.
6. Central Garage equipment replacement costs will be funded at 100% in the general fund and staff
recommends using LGA funding for that purpose (not general operations).
7. 2022 is a gubernatorial election year and funds are budgeted primarily for election judge costs
(approximately $40,000). Additional staffing may be necessary due to a dramatic increase in the
number of people choosing to vote early by absentee ballot. On the local level, two council member
seats will be up for election, and if any new members are elected, appropriate orientation will be
provided.
8. The overall safety of the general public is always the top priority of the police department and
continuing community engagement programs by a shared Joint Community Policing Partnership
(JCPP) will facilitate this action. Expanding the officer/department wellness program will also be an
emphasis. Major CIP items include replacement of 36 duty pistols, three (3) SWAT vests and three (3)
communication headsets, two (2) radar units, two (2) bunkers and software which will enable
investigations to download cellular data more efficiently.
9. Continue support and coordination with West Metro Fire‐Rescue District, including emergency
preparedness and EOC, in partnership with city of Crystal; continue to support long‐term capital plan
based on major apparatus report. New Hope’s share of JPA budget to increase approximately $66,000
including annual lease payment for aerial (lease cost for new engines to start with 2023 budget).
Continue to budget annually for Station #3 improvements that are the city’s responsibility ($30,000 per
year).
10. Redevelopment will remain a high priority with a continued effort to seek out potential commercial
and industrial redevelopment opportunities. Continue coordination on the Windsor Ridge
development, as that project will finish up in 2021, and assist St. Therese Nursing Home on the
potential expansion of their campus. Another potential redevelopment is the construction of a new
22,000 square foot medical office facility (C‐Axis) at 27th and Nevada avenues. A renewed emphasis
will be placed on the Scattered Site Housing Program, as staff will look into ways to increase and
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stabilize the budget for future projects. Property maintenance and inspections will continue as a top
priority.
11. Continue with infrastructure and environmental improvements; major CIP projects for 2022 include
street and water infrastructure improvements in the Liberty Park neighborhood. Sewer lining will
also continue. Work on the phase one public works expansion project will be completed and planning
will begin for the continued necessary improvements. Continue coordination with other cities on the
Joint Water Commission, maintain partnership with Meadow Lake and Friends of Northwood Lake
associations. Planned projects include the drawdown of Meadow Lake and the continued monitoring
of water quality in both water bodies. Scheduled equipment replacement includes three pickup
trucks, one‐ton utility truck, compressor truck, a utility trailer and the front‐end loader.
12. In Parks and Recreation, operate the new aquatic facility for a second season. Park CIP projects
include replacing playground equipment at Hidden Valley Park, replacing the picnic tables at the
Northwood Park picnic shelter, upgrading or adding lighting in the parks, and completing the
replacement of the wooden park name signage. Improvements at the ice arena include replacement of
glass and boards for the north rink and some additional HVAC upgrades. Golf course improvements
include clubhouse interior updates and the addition of a cart parking area. Expand offerings of
movies and music in the parks at the performance center and continue to work with OBMT to offer
musical performances. Continue to offer a variety of programs including dance, gymnastics, and
playground programs.
13. Continue Emerald Ash Borer program on public property and invasive species (buckthorn) removal
in parks.
14. Continue contractual arrangement with AEM for financial oversight, continue to implement
technological efficiencies on departmental basis to retrieve budget data, continue to update 10‐year
financial plan and monitor utility and enterprise fund operations, and work to improve credit rating
for bonds. Continue to work on implementing long‐term equipment schedule replacement program
for all park and recreation facilities and prepare options to internally fund phase two public works
building and site improvements.
15. Continue contractual agreement with Solution Builders for IT services, continue replacing computers
as appropriate in order to keep up‐to‐date with technological capabilities and meet IT needs of staff.
In addition to the day‐to‐day operations of the city, some highlights of the IT budget include funding
for: the city’s share of replacing the LOGIS fiber optic network in 2024, moving to a new police record
management system in 2023 or 2024, annual renewal of the body worn camera software, and planning
to hold a request for proposals for a new website in 2023.
16. Conduct professional city‐wide survey with Morris Leatherman to solicit feedback on city
services/projects/issues (delayed from 2020 and 2021 due to pandemic), continue to
encourage/improve public participation in city affairs and promote inclusiveness, continue to promote
Nextdoor.com, update performance measurement report and SMART goals and conduct City Day
event.
17. Continue to update 10‐year pavement management and street infrastructure plans and implement
curbside residential organics collection requirement on licensed waste haulers, per Hennepin County
ordinance.
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18. Continue participation in Green Steps program and implement actions to achieve higher ranking in
program.
19. Implement a 3% cost of living adjustment for employees so the compensation study results remain
current and a comparable cities adjustment for the city contribution to employee insurance. Council
salary adjustments will be implemented and a 3% increase is included in the budget.
Resolution
The attached resolution adopts the 2022 tax‐supported operating budgets of $22,850,533, non‐tax supported
budgets of $13,209,512 and a tax levy of $18,231,011.
The internal service fund category does not add to the expenditure total for the city. These activities, which
total $4,313,582, are centralized for cost efficiencies and accounting controls. The service charges are billed to
and recorded within each of the benefiting departments included in the operating budgets described above.
There are rate changes proposed for certain utilities (separate agenda item). The increases have been
discussed with Council, as the city faces increased infrastructure and capital costs outlays needed to maintain
a reliable utility system.
Thanks is extended to the City Council, department heads and AEM staff for providing input and feedback
on the 2022 budget document. After the final budget is adopted the budget narrative from the preliminary
budget will be updated and a final budget document sent to the Council and posted on the city’s website.
Attachment
Resolution
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Management Analyst.docx
Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: HR & Admin Services
By: Rich Johnson, Director
Agenda Title
Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Pay Plan due to changes in work responsibilities Resulting in
the Creation of the HR Specialist/IT Coordinator position and Reinstating the Community Development
Coordinator/Management Analyst Position.
Requested Action
Staff requests city council approval of a resolution amending the city’s Pay Plan due to changes in work
responsibilities resulting in the creation of the human resources specialist/information technology
coordinator position and reinstating the community development coordinator/management analyst position.
A new job description has been written for the human resources specialist/information technology
coordinator and a previous job description entitled community development coordinator/management
analyst will be reinstated. The human resources specialist/information technology coordinator position has
been pointed by staff and by the city’s compensation consultant, Ann Antonsen who is a director with Baker
Tilly. In 2018, Ms. Antonsen provided the pointing for the community development coordinator/management
analyst position when that position was initially created and that valuation remains accurate.
These positions have been created to more accurately reflect the duties the current human resources
coordinator and the current community development assistant have been performing as well as duties they
will be tasked with in the future.
Policy/Past Practice
Item number 4 of Section VII of the New Hope Personnel Rules and Regulations states:
4. Amendments. The City Manager may recommend to the City Council amendment of the pay plan
when, in the judgment of the Manager, the rate of pay for any job grade is too high, or too low,
because of changes in responsibilities or work, living costs, recruiting experience, prevailing rates of
pay, the Cityʹs financial condition and policies, or other pertinent conditions. All amendments to the
pay plan shall be made by resolution of the City Council.
Background
Over the years, staff has presented requests to the city council to modify the city’s pay plan i.e. reorganizing a
department and the creation of a new position to better serve the city’s needs and reflect the duties of the
position i.e. the creation of the city clerk/treasurer position in 2014, the creation of the community
development coordinator/management analyst position in 2018, and the creation of the accountant position in
2019. This request follows that pattern, has been shared with the Personnel Board and was supported
unanimously.
Funding
There are funds available in the 2022 budget for this amendment to the city’s Pay Plan.
Agenda Section
Ordinances &
Resolutions
Item Number
10.3
Attachments
Resolution
City of New Hope
Resolution 2021‐
Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Pay Plan due to changes in work responsibilities
and the Creation of the Human Resources Specialist/Information Technology Coordinator Position and the
Reinstatement of the Community Development Coordinator/Management Analyst Position
WHEREAS,
the city has a need for a new position in its Human Resources & Administrative
department to be entitled HR Specialist/IT Coordinator and the return of a position in
the Community Development department to be entitled Community Development
Coordinator/Management Analyst Position; and
WHEREAS, a job description has been created for this new position and a job description exists for
the returning position; and
WHEREAS, these positions have been evaluated by the city’s compensation consultant to ensure
they are properly placed into the city’s pay plan; and
WHEREAS, The current HR Coordinator will assume the HR Specialist/IT Coordinator role and
the current Community Development Assistant will assume Community
Development Coordinator/Management Analyst duties effective January 3, 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Minnesota:
the 2022 Pay Plan of the City of New Hope is amended to reflect these changes and
will include the position of the Community Development Coordinator/Management
Analyst.
Adopted by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota, this 13th day of
December, 2021.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: HR & Admin Services
By: Rich Johnson, Director
Agenda Title
Resolution authorizing the city manager to implement 2022 Cost of Living (COLA) wage adjustments for
non‐union employees, pursuant to Council approval
Requested Action
Staff is requesting approval of the attached resolution authorizing the city manager to implement 2022 Cost
of Living (COLA) wage adjustments for non‐union employees pursuant to City Council approval. This
across‐the‐board increase would apply to all non‐union employees, including the city manager. The City
Council will conduct the city manager’s performance review later this month, at which time they will
determine if an additional merit‐based adjustment will be awarded to him as well.
Policy/Past Practice
Historically, it has been the past practice of the city to provide all employees (both represented and non‐
represented) with similar wage increases, and staff is proposing the same across the board increase for 2022
as well. The current collective bargaining agreements with Local 49ers, LELS #77, and LELS #273) expire
December 31, 2022 and do include a 3.0% increase as well as me‐too clauses regarding COLA increases. In a
Statutory Plan B city, the City Manager serves as the personnel director and has authority to administer all
personnel plans and policies.
Background
At the October 18 council work session, the 2022 budget was reviewed and Council indicated their support
for the positions listed as well as the total cost for personnel. At the same work session, the City Council
directed staff to bring a Request for Action to the December 13 council meeting implementing a 3.0% COLA
increase to be effective January 3, 2022. Although New Hope’s 12 comparable cities are averaging a 2.81%
increase, a 3.0% increase was supported for non‐union staff as the city’s three collective bargaining
agreements are already settled at 3.0% for 2022.
Funding
The expense for 3.0% wage adjustments effective January 3, 2022, is included in the proposed 2022 budget.
Attachments
Resolution
Proposed 2022 Compensation Plan
City of New Hope Wage Increase History
Agenda Section
Ordinances &
Resolutions
Item Number
10.4
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021 ‐
Resolution authorizing City Manager to implement 2022 wage adjustments for non‐union employees
pursuant to Council approval
WHEREAS, the City of New Hope is a Statutory Plan B City;
WHEREAS, the City Manager has authority to administer all personnel plans and policies; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approves a budget that designates authorized positions and personnel costs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of New Hope, Minnesota, hereby
authorizes the City Manager to implement 2022 wage adjustments for non‐union employees
based on three (3.0) percent effective January 3, 2022.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota this 13th day of December,
2021.
Mayor
Attest:_________________________________________
City Clerk
City of New Hope
2022 COMPENSATION PLAN
FOR NON-UNION EMPLOYEES
Presented to the New Hope City Council
December 13, 2021
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Department Position FLSA Status Pay Grade
City Manager Administrative Specialist Non-exempt 8
City Clerk - Treasurer Exempt 17
Community Development Administrative Specialist Non-exempt 8
Building Official Exempt 16
CD Coordinator/Management Analyst Exempt 14
Community Development Specialist Exempt 17
Director of Community Development Exempt 21
General Inspector Non-Exempt 13
Housing/Code Enforcement Inspector Non-exempt 11
Office Specialist Non-exempt 6
HR/Administrative Svcs. Accountant
Accounting Technician
Exempt
Non-exempt
13
9
Communications Coordinator Exempt 14
Director of HR and Administrative Services Exempt 21
HR Specialist/IT Coordinator Exempt 15
Police Administrative Specialist Non-exempt 8
Animal Control Officer Non-exempt 8
Community Service Officer Non-exempt 5
Crime Analyst & Prevention Specialist Non-exempt 12
Director of Police Exempt 22
Office Supervisor Exempt 13
Police Clerk, Full-Time/Part-Time Non-exempt 6
Parks & Recreation Administrative Specialist Non-exempt 8
Athletic Supervisor Exempt 15
Director of Parks & Recreation Exempt 21
Office Specialist Non-exempt 6
Recreation Facilities Manager Exempt 17
Recreation Facilities Supervisor Exempt 15
Recreation Supervisor Exempt 15
Public Works Administrative Specialist Non-exempt 8
Central Garage Supervisor Exempt 15
Contract Manager/Forester Non-Exempt 14
Director of Public Works Exempt 22
Operations Manager Exempt 18
Parks/Street Maintenance Supervisor Exempt 15
Stormwater Specialist/Project Coordinator Non-exempt 14
Special Assess/Utility Billing Clerk Non-exempt 9
Utilities Maintenance Supervisor Exempt 15
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City of New Hope Non-Union Compensation Plan
Movement through the steps is based upon length of service AND performance as follows:
From Start to Step 1, if performance is
Good or above, employee will receive 100% of step movement.
Satisfactory, employee will receive 50% of step movement.
Unsatisfactory, employee will not pass probation.
From Step 1 through Step 6, if performance is
Exceptional, employee will receive 125% of step movement (from
current step to next). It may take employee fewer than 5 years
to move through all steps.
Good to Very Good, employee will receive 100% of step movement
Satisfactory, employee will receive 50% of step movement (from
current step to next). It will take employee longer than 5 years
to move through all steps.
Unsatisfactory, employee will not receive an increase.
Performance will be reviewed upon each anniversary date until employee moves through
all six steps.
All step increases will become effective the first day of the pay period following the anniversary
date (or other appropriate event).
Eligibility for Annual Increases after Step 6
Once an employee moves through all progression steps, he/she is eligible for an annual increase,
based upon performance, as follows:
If performance is
Very good to Exceptional, employee will receive new base (annual range adjustment) plus 1%.
Satisfactory to Good, employee will receive new base (annual range adjustment).
Unsatisfactory, employee will not receive a wage increase.
After an employee meets all requirements for Step 6, his/her performance will be reviewed annually,
on a calendar year basis.
All base increases will become effective the first day of the first full pay period in the following year.
The 1% merit adjustment will be paid as a lump sum on the last payday in April of the following year.
An employee that leaves City employment prior to the April date for receiving a lump sum payment,
may or may not receive that payment or a portion thereof. Each situation will be individually
considered.
PROPOSED 2022 City of New Hope Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Wage Structure w/3% COLA PROPOSED
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Grade 1 2 3 4 5 6
NE1 16.876 17.551 18.253 18.983 19.742 20.532
NE2 17.888 18.603 19.348 20.122 20.927 21.763
NE3 18.962 19.720 20.509 21.330 22.182 23.070
NE4 20.100 20.904 21.739 22.609 23.513 24.453
NE5 21.305 22.157 23.044 23.965 24.924 25.921
NE6 22.583 23.487 24.426 25.403 26.420 27.476
NE7 23.939 24.896 25.891 26.928 28.004 29.125
NE8 25.374 26.390 27.446 28.543 29.685 30.872
NE9 26.898 27.973 29.092 30.255 31.466 32.724
NE10 28.511 29.651 30.837 32.071 33.354 34.688
NE11 30.222 31.431 32.688 33.995 35.355 36.769
NE12 32.035 33.317 34.649 36.035 37.477 38.976
NE13 33.957 35.316 36.728 38.196 39.725 41.314
NE14 35.995 37.434 38.932 40.489 42.109 43.793
NE15 38.154 39.680 41.267 42.918 44.635 46.421
NE16 40.444 42.061 43.744 45.493 47.313 49.206
NE17 42.870 44.586 46.369 48.224 50.152 52.158
NE18 45.443 47.260 49.151 51.116 53.161 55.288
NE19 48.169 50.095 52.099 54.184 56.350 58.605
NE20 51.059 53.101 55.226 57.434 59.731 62.121
NE21 54.123 56.287 58.539 60.881 63.316 65.848
NE22 57.370 59.665 62.051 64.533 67.114 69.799
NE23 60.812 63.245 65.775 68.405 71.142 73.988
NE24 64.460 67.039 69.721 72.509 75.410 78.427
NE25 68.328 71.061 73.904 76.861 79.935 83.131
Step
PROPOSED 2022 City of New Hope Exempt (Salaried)
Wage Structure w/3% COLA PROPOSED
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Grade 1 2 3 4 5 6
E1 35,783.51 37,215.62 38,702.81 40,250.59 41,861.72 43,536.19
E2 37,928.92 39,446.41 41,024.48 42,665.90 44,373.42 46,147.04
E3 40,206.53 41,814.90 43,486.61 45,227.18 47,033.84 48,917.62
E4 42,619.09 44,323.85 46,094.71 47,939.93 49,856.76 51,850.70
E5 45,174.85 46,981.52 48,862.54 50,815.17 52,847.67 54,962.78
E6 47,884.85 49,801.68 51,792.86 53,863.91 56,020.34 58,259.40
E7 50,760.09 52,789.83 54,899.44 57,097.18 59,380.30 61,757.05
E8 53,803.33 55,957.00 58,196.05 60,523.23 62,944.05 65,461.26
E9 57,033.84 59,314.20 61,685.45 64,153.08 66,719.87 69,388.55
E10 60,454.38 62,872.45 65,386.90 68,003.26 70,724.27 73,552.69
E11 64,081.48 66,645.51 69,311.44 72,082.02 74,965.53 77,964.70
E12 67,926.15 70,644.41 73,470.07 76,408.65 79,465.66 82,643.85
E13 72,002.16 74,882.90 77,876.57 80,991.41 84,232.94 87,601.16
E14 76,323.28 79,374.78 82,550.21 85,852.33 89,286.64 92,858.66
E15 80,900.53 84,136.55 87,502.01 91,002.42 94,643.29 98,430.12
E16 85,755.94 89,184.74 92,754.00 96,463.72 100,322.16 104,334.83
E17 90,900.52 94,538.63 98,319.96 102,252.76 106,342.54 110,594.81
E18 96,356.31 100,209.24 104,219.16 108,386.05 112,720.94 117,232.09
E19 102,137.09 106,221.36 110,470.87 114,891.14 119,484.91 124,265.96
E20 108,264.87 112,594.25 117,099.90 121,781.80 126,653.73 131,721.20
E21 114,761.70 119,349.96 124,125.51 129,091.08 134,254.94 139,622.60
E22 121,646.85 126,513.28 131,572.49 136,835.49 142,307.81 148,000.46
E23 128,945.11 134,103.47 139,468.38 145,045.35 150,848.15 156,882.30
E24 136,681.27 142,148.08 147,835.21 153,748.18 159,898.00 166,295.68
E25 144,882.86 150,677.40 156,706.04 162,974.28 169,493.14 176,270.89
Step
PROPOSED 2022
City of New Hope Exempt (Salaried)
Wage Structure Divided by 2080 PROPOSED
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Grade 1 2 3 4 5 6
E1 17.20 17.89 18.61 19.35 20.13 20.93
E2 18.24 18.96 19.72 20.51 21.33 22.19
E3 19.33 20.10 20.91 21.74 22.61 23.52
E4 20.49 21.31 22.16 23.05 23.97 24.93
E5 21.72 22.59 23.49 24.43 25.41 26.42
E6 23.02 23.94 24.90 25.90 26.93 28.01
E7 24.40 25.38 26.39 27.45 28.55 29.69
E8 25.87 26.90 27.98 29.10 30.26 31.47
E9 27.42 28.52 29.66 30.84 32.08 33.36
E10 29.06 30.23 31.44 32.69 34.00 35.36
E11 30.81 32.04 33.32 34.65 36.04 37.48
E12 32.66 33.96 35.32 36.73 38.20 39.73
E13 34.62 36.00 37.44 38.94 40.50 42.12
E14 36.69 38.16 39.69 41.28 42.93 44.64
E15 38.89 40.45 42.07 43.75 45.50 47.32
E16 41.23 42.88 44.59 46.38 48.23 50.16
E17 43.70 45.45 47.27 49.16 51.13 53.17
E18 46.33 48.18 50.11 52.11 54.19 56.36
E19 49.10 51.07 53.11 55.24 57.44 59.74
E20 52.05 54.13 56.30 58.55 60.89 63.33
E21 55.17 57.38 59.68 62.06 64.55 67.13
E22 58.48 60.82 63.26 65.79 68.42 71.15
E23 61.99 64.47 67.05 69.73 72.52 75.42
E24 65.71 68.34 71.07 73.92 76.87 79.95
E25 69.66 72.44 75.34 78.35 81.49 84.75
Step
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CITY OF NEW HOPE
WAGE INCREASE HISTORY
LELS
Officers
49ers Non-Union LELS
Supervisors
AFSCME IAFF
1984 5.00% 5.00% 7.00%
1985 5.00% 5.00% 4.75%
1986 4.50% 4.00% 4.50%
1987 4.00% 3.00% 4.50%
1988 4.00% 3.50% 3.50%
1989 3.75% 3.50% 4.00%
1990 4.00% 4.00% 4.50%
1991 4.00% 6.00% 1 4.00%
1992 2.75% 2.75% 2.75%
1993 2.75% 2.75% 2.75% N/A N/A
1994 3.00% 3.00% 2.75% 3.00% 3.00%
1995 3.00% 3.00% 3.25%2 3.00%2 3.00%
1996 2.90% 2.90% 2.90% N/A N/A
1997 3.30% 2.90% 2.00%3
1998 3.00% 3.20% 2.25%4 N/A
1999 3.00% 3.00% 2.25% 3.00%5
2000 3.00% 3.00% 2.25% 3.00%6
2001 3.50% 3.00% 3.00% 3.50%7
2002 3.50% 3.00% 3.50% 3.50%
2003 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50%
20048 1.5%+1.5% 2.3% 2.3% 1.5%+1.5%
20059 3.0% 3.0% 2.0%+2.0% 3.0%
200610 2.0%+1.0% 2.0%+1.0% 2.0%+1/0% 2.0%+1.0%
2007 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%
2008 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%
2009 (8)1.5%+1.5% 3.0% 1.5%+1.5% 1.5%11
2010 0% 0% 0% 0%
2011 1% 1% 1% 1%
201212 1% Mkt. Adjust. Mkt. Adjust. 1%
2013 1% 0% 0% 1%
2014 2% Mkt.+ 2% 2% 2% 2%
2015 2% 2% 2% 2%
2016 2.5% 2.5% 2.5% 2.5%
2017 Mkt + 2.5% COLA 2.5% 2.5% 2.5%
2018 2.5% 2.5% 2.5% + Mkt13 2.5%
201914 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%
2020 3.0% Mkt + 3.0% COLA 3.0%
2021 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%
1Out-of-class pay eliminated. Implemented single classification with step system. Movement based upon training, service, and performance.
26.25% non-union and 6.00% AFSCME for part-time employees.
3New Compensation Plan, 2% minimum, 10% maximum, opportunity for 1% lump sum performance pay.
4Continuing with 1% lump sum performance pay.
5Sergeants 3.0%; Captains new position.
6Sergeants 3.0%; Captains 4.0%.
7Sergeants 3.5%; Captains 4.6%.
81.5% January + 1.5% July.
92.0% January + 2.0% July.
102.0% January + 1.0% July.
11Sergeants and Captain received 1.5% in July, however also increased steps in the wage progression as well as added longevity pay at 8 years
(Sgt.) and 10 years (Capt.).
12Market adjustment was due to 2010 Compensation Study conducted by Springsted, implemented in 2012.
13On 5/14/18 Non-Union Non-Exempt and Non-Union Exempt employees received 1.5% and 2.5% market adjustments respectively. On
12/10/18, Non-Union Non-Exempt and Non-Union Exempt employees received an additional market rate adjustment to total 3% and 5%
respectively for the year to implement the 2017 Compensation Plan Update which was approved by the city council on April 23, 2018.
14On 1/7/2019 all regular NH employees are scheduled to receive a 3.0% COLA due to a proposed 3.0% COLA for non-union employees and
“me-too” clauses in each of the three labor agreements granting Local 49, LELS #77, and LELS #273 the same COLA as any another group.
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Valerie Leone, City Clerk‐Treasurer
Agenda Title
Resolution approving updated Fee Schedule
Requested Action
Staff requests Council’s consideration of an updated fee schedule for fees and charges related to licenses,
permits, and programs including: animal, business, rental registration, park and recreation, fire prevention,
planning and zoning, utility, franchise, administrative citations, and other miscellaneous fees.
Policy/Past Practice
The city reviews charges for services and programs during the annual budget process.
Background
The initial Fee Schedule was adopted on January 23, 2017, to replace chapter 14 of the city code. The fee
schedule serves as an all‐inclusive document for city charges. Many cities use a fee schedule and the League
of Minnesota Cities supports the practice. The fee schedule was adopted with the understanding that it
would be reviewed on an annual basis in conjunction with the budget process and that any subsequent
changes to the fee schedule would be adopted by a resolution.
Modifications to the fee schedule proposed for 2022 include:
Utility rate increases (discussed at work session during budget review)
Park and recreation program fees – minor fee increases
Administrative Citation increases (discussed at November 16 work session)
Memorandums have been included to explain increases to utility rates, parks and recreation program
increases, and community development’s administrative citation fines.
Attachments
Resolution
Memorandum from AEM regarding utility rates
Utility Rate Sheet
Memorandum from Comm Dev Director regarding administrative citations
Memorandum from P&R Director
Fee Schedule
Agenda Section
Ordinances &
Resolutions
Item Number
10.5
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 2021‐
Resolution approving updated Fee Schedule
WHEREAS, the city provides services and programs to the residents of the community, and
WHEREAS, fees for services and programs should be revised or amended to reflect current
costs of providing the programs and services, and
WHEREAS, the city budget is established based on revenue projections of proposed fees.
WHEREAS, the City Council instituted a fee schedule on January 23, 2017, and agreed to
consider periodic updates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the city of New Hope,
Minnesota hereby approves the updated Fee Schedule as attached.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Fee Schedule will be on file in the City Clerk’s office and
posted on the city’s website.
Adopted by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota, this 13th
day of December, 2021.
____________________________
Mayor
Attest: __________________________
City Clerk
MEMO
TO: KIRK MCDONALD, CITY MANAGER
FROM: BLAKE TORBECK, ABDO FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS, LLC
SUBJECT: PROPOSED UTILITY RATE INCREASES FOR 2022
DATE: 11/4/2021
Background
On October 18, 2021 AEM presented a memo summarizing the 2022 proposed budget for the City’s
enterprise funds. The memo highlighted the need for a rate increase to support increases in operating costs
(JWC and Met Council), debt service (street improvement bonds) and growing infrastructure needs as
highlighted in the City’s ten-year capital improvement plan.
It was recommended that the following increases be approved for 2022:
Water, 4%;
Sewer, 4%;
Street Lights, 5%;
Recycling, 6.67%; and
Storm Drainage, 4%;
The City Council requested that Staff put together a calculation to show the estimated impact on a typical
user. That information follows.
Impact on Typical Residential User
A typical residential user in New Hope consumes approximately 5,000 gallons of water, monthly. That
assumption has been used to calculate the impact of the proposed rate increases as follows.
Water
In 2021, a typical residential user pays $46.96 each month for water. The proposed 4 percent increase for
2022 will result in a $48.70 monthly bill, an increase of $1.74 per month.
Sewer
In 2021, a typical residential user pays $37.31 each month for sewer. The proposed 4 percent increase for
2022 will result in a $38.81 monthly bill, an increase of $1.50 per month.
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Storm Drainage
In 2021, a typical residential user pays $8.78 each month for storm drainage. The proposed 4 percent
increase for 2022 will result in a $9.13 monthly bill, an increase of $0.35 per month.
Recycling
In 2021, a residential customer pays $3.75 each month for recycling. The proposed 6.67 percent increase
for 2022 will result in a $4.00 monthly bill, an increase of $0.25 per month.
Streetlight
In 2021, a residential customer pays $1.39 each month for streetlights. The proposed 5 percent increase for
2022 will result in a $1.45 monthly bill, an increase of $0.06 per month.
Total Bill
In 2021, a typical residential user would have paid $98.19 each month for these utility services. The
proposed rate increases for 2022 will result in a $102.09 monthly charge, an increase of $3.90 per month.
2021 2022 Change
Water 46.96$ 48.70$ 1.74$
Sewer 37.31 38.81 1.50
Storm 8.78 9.13 0.35
Streetlight 1.39 1.45 0.06
Recycling 3.75 4.00 0.25
98.19$ 102.09$ 3.90$
4% water, storm drainage, sewer and 5% street
lighting and 6.67% recycling increase
5% water, storm
drainage, street
lighting, and sewer,
and 0% recycling
increase
5% water, storm
drainage and
street lighting, 5%
sewer, and 2.74%
recycling increase
5% water, storm
drainage and
street lighting,
7.5% sewer, and
0% recycling
increase
5% water, street
lighting and
storm drainage,
7.5% sewer, and
0% recycling
increase
5% water and
storm drainage,
7.5% sewer and
2.8% recycling
increase
January 2022 January 2021 January 2020 January 2019 January 2018 January 2017
SERVICE DESCRIPTION MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY
WATER CHARGES ARE BASED ON USAGE - CHARGES ARE:
Emerg water supply/watermain repair fee (ord 2015-14) $.50/1,000 gallons $0.50 $0.50 $0.50 $0.50 $0.50 $0.50
(fixed chg)*BASE FEE (RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL)$9.69 $9.32 $8.87 $8.45 $8.05 $7.67
1 - 10,000 GALLONS $7.14 $6.87 $6.54 $6.23 $5.93 $5.65
10,001- 20,000 GALLONS $7.76 $7.47 $7.11 $6.77 $6.45 $6.14
GREATER THAN 20,000 GALLONS AND IRRIGATION $8.73 $8.40 $8.00 $7.62 $7.25 $6.91
COMMERCIAL $7.30 $7.02 $6.69 $6.37 $6.06 $5.78
SEWER*WINTER SEWER CHARGES ARE BASED ON ACTUAL WATER USED DURING
DEC, JAN, FEB, MAR. SUMMER SEWER CHARGES ARE BASED ON THE
PREVIOUS WINTER'S AVERAGE OR ACTUAL WATER USED, WHICH EVER IS
LOWER. CHARGES ARE:
(fixed chg)*MINIMUM FEE INCLUDES THE 1ST 1,000 GALLONS $9.71 $9.34 $8.90 $8.47 $7.88 $7.33
EACH ADDITIONAL 1,000 GALLONS $6.45 $6.20 $5.91 $5.63 $5.23 $4.87
TREATMENT SURCHARGE/1,000 GAL $0.66 $0.63 $0.60 $0.57 $0.53 $0.49
STREET
LIGHTS
THE STREET LIGHT CHARGE IS ASSESSED AGAINST ALL UTILITY
ACCOUNTS. THE FEE IS USED TO PAY FOR STREET LIGHTS THROUGH-
OUT THE CITY.
pro-rated NON-DECORATIVE (Overhead Power)$1.45 $1.39 $1.32 $1.26 $1.20 $1.14
DECORATIVE - (Underground Power)$2.09 $1.99 $1.90 $1.81 $1.72 $1.64
RECYCLING
pro-rated
THE CITY IS REQUIRED, BY STATE AND COUNTY LAW, TO PROVIDE A
RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR ITS RESIDENTS. THIS SERVICE IS A UTILITY
SERVICE AND EVERY PROPERTY IS ASSESSED THE FEE. THE RATE
CHARGED IS NOT BASED ON HOW OFTEN OR HOW MUCH A RESIDENT
USES THE PROGRAM $4.00 $3.75 $3.75 $3.65 $3.65 $3.65
STORM
DRAINAGE
THE STORM DRAINAGE CHARGE IS ASSESSED AGAINST ALL PROPERTY
IN NEW HOPE. THE FEE PAYS FOR CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, AND
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE STORM DRAINAGE SYSTEM THROUGHOUT THE
CITY.
pro-rated CHARGES ARE: RESIDENTIAL $9.13 $8.78 $8.36 $7.96 $7.59 $7.22
NON RESIDENTIAL $13.70 $13.17 $12.54 $11.95 $11.38 $10.84
STATE TESTING
(fixed chg)
EVERY PROPERTY CONNECTED TO MUNICIPAL WATER IN THE STATE OF
MINNESOTA IS CHARGED AN ANNUAL $9.72 (effective Jan. 1, 2020)
CONNECTION FEE. THIS FEE IS COLLECTED BY THE CITY AND PAID TO
THE MN DEPT OF HEALTH FOR WATER TESTING THROUGHOUT THE
STATE.$0.81 $0.81 $0.81 $0.53 $0.53 $0.53
WATER*
CITY OF NEW HOPE RATES
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Memorandum
To: Valerie Leone, City Clerk
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
From: Jeff Sargent, Community Development Director
Date: November 17, 2021
Subject: Administrative Citation Fee Increase
The following table lists administrative citation fees for code enforcement violations in New Hope
and other nearby cities as of October 2021. Information below the table constitutes Level 1-4
violations in cities that use a multi-tiered violation system.
New
Hope*
Brooklyn
Center**
Brooklyn
Park***
Coon
Rapids
Crystal**** Golden
Valley
Level 1 Citation #1 $50 $60 $55 $300 $75 $100
Citation #2 $100 $120 $110 $600 $90 $250
Citation #3 $100 $240 $220 $1,200 $110 $500
Citation #4 $100 $480 $2,400 $130 $500
Level 2 Citation #1 $100 $125 $200 $120
Citation #2 $200 $250 $400 $140
Citation #3 $200 $500 $800 $170
Citation #4 $200 $1,000 $220
Level 3 Citation #1 $150 $300 $180
Citation #2 $300 $600 $220
Citation #3 $300 $1,200 $260
Citation #4 $300 $2,000 $340
Level 4 Citation #1 $260
Citation #2 $320
Citation #3 $380
Citation #4 $500
Late
fees
Amount
increased by
40% if fine not
paid within 30
days
Late fee if not
paid within 10
days
10% added every
7 days; 1st late
fee waived if
paid within 7
days of due date
2
*New Hope fee levels include the following violations:
• Level 1: Failure to obtain required permit, failure to obtain required rental registration
permit, failure to obtain Certificate of Property Maintenance, unauthorized signs,
unlicensed, inoperable vehicles, storing junk vehicles, exterior storage, home occupation,
interim erosion and sediment control, improperly stored trash can, weeds, failure to
remove graffiti, display advertising on parked vehicle, excess off-street parking
• Level 2: Vacated building, removal or disconnection of safety devices such as smoke or
carbon monoxide detectors
• Level 3: Immediate life and safety matter, supported by the enforcement officer’s written
justification
**Brooklyn Center fee levels include the following violations:
• Level 1: Waste container, setback, watering, local traffic/parking
• Level 2: Parking surface, animal, failure to register vacant property, all other codes
misdemeanor or petty
• Level 3: Failure to obtain permit or license
***Brooklyn Park fee levels include the following violations:
• Level 1: Waste container
• Level 2: All other violations
****Crystal fee levels include the following violations:
• Level 1: Numbering of houses and buildings, refuse storage and disposal, snow removal
and sidewalks, designation of Level 2 violation as a minor infraction, supported by the
enforcement officer’s written justification
• Level 2: Any violation not specifically listed as a Level 1 or Level 3 violation
• Level 3: Property Maintenance Code, premises conducive to high-risk sexual conduct,
tattoo, body piercing, body branding and body painting establishments, fire prevention,
dogs and kennels, confinement and control, procedures for licensing, designation of a
Level 2 violation as a major infraction that involves unsafe conditions, constitutes a
blighting influence on surrounding properties or neighborhood, involves neglect of
property maintenance, involves unlawful occupancy of non-owner-occupied dwelling
units, or endangers life or property, supported by the enforcement officer’s written
justification
• Level 4: Violation conducted in such a manner that the violation significantly endangered
life or property or involved critical unsafe conditions
Proposal
Community Development staff proposes to keep the fee schedule in place for the Level 1
violations, but to increase the citation amounts for Level 2 and Level 3 violations as follows:
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Current Proposed
Level 2 Citation #1 $100 $100
Citation #2 $200 $250
Citation #3 $200 $500
Citation #4 $200 $500
Current Proposed
Level 3 Citation #1 $150 $250
Citation #2 $300 $500
Citation #3 $300 $1,000
Citation #4 $300 $1,000
Staff also proposes to remove the following violations from the Level 1 list and add them to the
Level 2 list:
• Failure to obtain required permit
• Failure to obtain required rental registration permit or complete required inspection
• Unauthorized signs and violations of sign code
• Unlicensed, inoperable vehicles
• Storing junk vehicles
• Exterior storage
The following violations would be newly added to the Level 2 list:
• Parking vehicle or recreational vehicle on unapproved surface
• Improperly stored or unscreened recreational vehicles
• Failed or missed hood and duct cleaning
The following violations would be added to the Level 1 list:
• Failure to obtain Business Use Certificate of Occupancy
• General maintenance
• Construction of fence with unapproved material or damaged fence
• Damaged light fixture
• Noise ordinance violations
• All other miscellaneous code violations not specified as Level 2 or Level 3 violations
A comprehensive list of Level 1-3 violations and the proposed changes is attached.
Rationale
4
Staff has noticed, particularly with commercial and industrial properties, that the maximum $100
fine for violations is small enough for businesses to work it into their cost of business. A
conversation that staff had with one owner indicated that it would cost less for them to pay the
fine than to construct the fence needed to screen the violating outdoor storage. Staff feels that a
high fee schedule would result in better compliance by property owners in violation of the
ordinance.
Notes of Interest
• Garbage can violations were left as a Level 1 offense because of the constant need to move
the cans to and from the street curb. Staff feels that these violations are different, for
example, than a resident purposefully storing a junk vehicle on the property or not
cleaning up their yard of outdoor storage materials.
• Violators will still receive an Administrative Notice outlining the violation and giving the
same amount of time to correct the violation prior to a citation being issued.
• Those who receive a citation would still have the ability to appeal the citation.
• Late fees would still be assessed for unpaid citations
Attachments
• Proposed Administrative Citation Fee Schedule for New Hope in 2022
Memorandum
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To: New Hope City Council
From: Susan Rader, Director of Parks and Recreation
Date: November 15, 2021
Subject: 2022 Fees for Parks & Recreation
Staff is requesting that the Council approve fees and charges for 2022 for Parks and Recreation
programs and facilities.
The 2022 budgets as presented on this agenda contain revenue projections that include user
fees based on the listing attached. When setting fees, staff may also survey other local cities to
make sure New Hope’s fees and charges are neither too high nor too low. These fees have been
discussed in conjunction with the review of the 2022 budgets and include some minor
increases.
Several recreation program fees will increase slightly for 2022. These increases are based on the
need to offset higher expenses for specific programs. Some facility fees will have minimal
increases including field rental and gym rentals. The pool fees will remain the same as 2021,
with the exception of the rental fee for a large swim meet and storage.
The golf course greens fees will increase $.50 for adults and seniors and season passes will also
increase slightly. At the ice arena, the prime-time ice rental rate will increase by $5, starting
September 1st. Skating lesson fees will increase slightly, and storage space fees will increase
$25.
Staff reviewed the fee schedule increases with the city manager, and he is in agreement with
the recommendations.
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 1
City of New Hope
Fee Schedule
Preface
The New Hope City Council instituted a Fee Schedule beginning in 2017 for licenses, permits, and other city fees. Fee
Schedule rates supersede amounts in city ordinances or policies dated prior to implementation of the adopted Fee
Schedule.
The Fee Schedule shall be periodically updated and approved by resolution. The most current version of the Fee Schedule
will be published on the city website.
A state surcharge is imposed on several permit types: building, plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning,
refrigeration, building moving, sewer, water connection, and fire suppression.
Table of Contents
Licenses (animal, business) ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-3
Licenses (rental registration) ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Parks and Recreation (swimming pool, program fees, golf course, ice arena) ................................................................... 5-7
Permits (fire prevention, property and public street) .......................................................................................................... 8-11
Planning and Development (planning and zoning fees) ....................................................................................................... 12
Utility and Franchise Fees .......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Miscellaneous (administrative citations and miscellaneous fees) ......................................................................................... 14
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 2
LICENSES (Animal, Business, Rental)
Animal Licenses Annual Fee City Code
Animal boarding and impound fees $33 per day of boarding;
$30 per impound
7-2(4)
Dog, cat, ferret (no charge for indoor cats and ferrets). No
charge for certified service animals. License expires
simultaneously with rabies vaccination term.
$15 if neutered or spayed;
$30 if unaltered;
$1 for duplicate tag
7-2(1)
7-2(a)(b)
Dog kennel or cat shelter $50 7-4(c)
Dangerous and potentially dangerous animals:
Registration of potentially dangerous animal
Registration of dangerous animal
Appeal of potentially dangerous animal declaration
Appeal of dangerous animal declaration
Dangerous animal warning sign (provided by city)
Dangerous animal collar tag (provided by city)
No fee
$250
$50
$100 plus cost of hearing
$7.50
$3.50
7-3
Permit to exceed three animal limit (eliminated from city
code on 9/13/21 by ordinance 21-04)
$35 annual renewal for permits issued
prior to 2022 (grandfathered in)
7-6(8)
Business Licenses Annual Fee (calendar year) City Code
Alarm systems
$25 residence - one time;
$25 commercial – annually;
$25 renewal late fee (commercial)
8-34(d)
8-34(d)(5)
Bowling alleys $15 per lane 8-8(c)
Car wash $55 8-13(d)
Carnivals and circuses $65 8-18(b)
Charitable gambling $150 investigation fee 8-26(b)(1)
Fireworks $125 8-40
Garbage and refuse collectors $150 plus $50 each vehicle 8-14(b)
Gasoline, diesel fuel and liquefied petroleum gas
$50 per station plus $5 for each hose;
$10 per pump (nonpublic) plus $1 for
each hose;
$25 (wholesale or gas storage plant)
8-4(c)
Ice cream truck vendors - registration $50
$150 investigation fee
8-6(d)(14)g
Laundromat $55 8-12(c)
Lawn fertilizer application control $100 plus $25 each vehicle 8-32(d)
Liquor: 10-10
Intoxicating liquor:
On-sale $6,000
Off-sale $380 - eligible for fee reduction per MS 340A.408 subd 3(c)
Sunday on-sale $200
Club on-sale (fee depends on membership) $300-$3,000 per M.S. 340A.408 subd 2(b)
Wine:
On-sale $2,000
Sunday on-sale $200
Brewpub: 4-16(e)11
On-sale intoxicating liquor/malt liquor $6,000
On-sale 3.2 percent malt liquor only $500
Sunday off-sale malt liquor only $100
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Brewery taproom malt liquor:
On-sale $500
Off-sale $100
3.2 percent malt liquor:
On-sale $500
Off-sale $100
Microdistillery cocktail room: 4-16(e)12
On-sale $500
Off-sale $100
Temporary on-sale (per event) $50 10-9(d)
Fees for liquor licenses granted after commencement of calendar year are pro-rated on a quarterly basis (not
applicable for Temporary 3.2 malt liquor licenses)
10-10(c)
Liquor Background Investigation:
Within state
Outside of state
$500
Actual cost (not to exceed $10,000) or
$500 whichever is greater
10-16
Outdoor sales of seasonal farm produce $100 8-31(c)
Pawn brokers, precious metal dealer $2,500 plus per transaction fee of
$2/modem or $3/manual
$500 application fee
$500 investigation fee
8-33
Pinball machines, video games, computer game/technology
and pool tables
$15 per location plus $5 per device;
$500 special event permit/year
8-9(b)
Secondhand dealers $200
$200 application fee
8-33(j)(3)
Sexually oriented business $5,000
$500 investigation fee
8-27(d)
Solicitor, peddler, hawker and transient merchant
(includes mobile food units) - registration
$50 8-6
Tattoo/body piercing establishments $300
$400 investigation fee
8-29(f)
Therapeutic massage:
Enterprise
Therapist
$100
$100
$300 investigation fee
8-35(g)
Tobacco and related products $250 8-7(c)
Trailer and truck rental $40 8-16(d)
New applications made after June 30 are subject to 50% reduced fee
except liquor licenses which are pro-rated quarterly. Not applicable
to background investigation fees.
Renewals after December 1 are subject to $100 late fee
if paid 1-30 days late and $500 late fee if >30 days late
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 4
Rental Licenses Annual Fee City Code
Point-of-conversion $750 shall include annual registration
fee; up to $500 may be waived or
reimbursed to property owner if
conditions of subsection 3-31 (e)(7) of
code are satisfied
3-31(e)(7)
Single-family $95 3-31
Two-family $190 3-31
Three or more $175 per building plus $20 for every unit
therein
3-31
Best practices participant $100 per building plus $15 for every unit
therein
3-31
Late fees If registration is not made within the
time set forth in section 3-31, fee shall
double
3-31(e)(5)
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 5
PARK & RECREATION (Swimming Pool, Program Fees, Golf Course, Ice Arena)
Swimming Pool (10-week season) Fee City Code
Coupon book $80
Daily admission $10
Daily Admission 55+, military, beginning at 5 pm $9
Lap Swimming/Water Walking $50 punchcard or $6
Pavilion Rental w/2.5 hr slot $35-45
Season pass $60-90
Swim Lessons – group $55
Swim Lessons – private $85
Swim Misc Classes $4-5/class
Swim Team Rental by the hour $110 practices; $210 a.m. meets; $265 all-
day
Storage spaces for local swim clubs (per year) $550
Youth/Teens Recreation Programs Fee may depend on session length City Code
Art/Craft Classes $11-51
Ball Programs $39-64
Camps $25-80
Dance Classes $6-160
Drama Classes $45-75
Family Fun Night $7-10
Flag Football $69-82
Gymnastics $46-258
NJTL Tennis League $62
Once Upon a Star Classes $11-41
Open Gym Gymnastics $21-56
Pee Wee Tennis $48
Pickleball $66-75
Playground Activities $36-44
Red Cross Babysitting $78-140
Revolutionary Sports programs $35-255
Safety Camp $50
Science Classes $16-83
Skateboard Camp $50-90
Soccer $39-65
Specialty Classes $7-190
Sports of Sorts $40
Target & Xcel Center Ticket Sales Fees vary with Destination
Teen Events $5-15
Tennis Lessons $65-80
Tumbling Tots $60-78
Weight Training & Conditioning Camp $39-70
Wet N Wild Day $3-$5
Wrestling $46-75
Young Mudder $25
Adult Recreation Programs Fee may depend on session length City Code
Bocce Ball League $25/team
Bocce Ball League – Winter Ice $50/team
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 6
Community Tripsters Vary w/Destination
Co-Rec Softball $545-855/team
CPR $68
Defensive Driving $26-28
Donut Make You Wonder $3
Fitness Classes $62
Fitness in the Park $3
Men's Basketball $600/team
3x3 Basketball $200/team
Men's Fall Softball $470/team
Men's Summer Softball (Industrial and Open) $520-900/team
Miscellaneous $20-65
Tennis Leagues $26-32
Tennis Lessons $49
Miscellaneous (sales tax additional)
Outdoor rates effective January 1; Indoor
rates effective September 1
City Code
Ballfields - Rental $63-74 per game
$185 all day tournaments
Community Gyms:
Batting Cage Rental
Court Rentals
Concession Stand Rental
Concession Stand Damage Deposit
$20 per hour
$42-68 per court, per hour
$265-390 full day, full facility (10 hr max)
$220 per event
$100
Park Pavilions:
Rental (includes sales tax)
Damage/compliance fee deposit
$91-108 /5-hour time slot
$160-194 /full day
$200
Park Shelter Buildings:
Winter Season and/or Hockey Rink Rental
Summer Season
Key Deposit
Damage/compliance fee deposit
$46-66 per hour
$26-$31 per hour
$30
$200
Misc. Storage Space Rental for youth associations $625 per year
Storage Building - Local youth sport associations pay
monthly lease fee for the building. Lease runs June 1
to May 31.
$415 per month
Tennis Court and Disc Golf course Rental per hour $24-29 per court
Non-resident program fees $7 & $13
Golf Course Fee City Code
Adult Greens Fees $15.50
Senior Greens Fees $13.50
Junior Greens Fees $9.50
Second Round $9
Tournament Rounds (groups 24 or >) $10
Adult Season Pass $370
Senior Season Pass $335
Junior Season Pass $160
Additional Season Pass from same household $160
Family Season Pass $500
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 7
Resident Season Pass - Single $295
Resident Season Pass - Family $500
Adult Pass Book with 20 rounds $290
Senior Pass Book with 20 rounds $260
Jr Pass Book with 10 rounds $90
Senior Punch Card 18 rounds $211.50
Senior Punch Card 9 rounds $110.25
Adult Punch Card 18 rounds $247.50
Adult Punch Card 9 rounds $128.25
Couples League $50
Junior League $15
Men's League $25
Senior League $25
Women's League $25
Adult Golf Instruction $75
Youth Instruction $50
Adult/child instruction program $85
1/2 Swing for Youth $110
Full Swing Program for Youth $175
Golf Cart Rental - Adult $15
Golf Cart Rental - Senior $12
Pull Cart Rental $3
Club Rental $5
Clubhouse rental (sales tax is additional); for small
groups of 1-49. Rate change effective September 1.
$145-$170/3 hours;
additional hours $50-$55 each hour
Clubhouse rental (sales tax is additional); for groups
of 50 or more. Rate change effective September 1.
$365-$415/6 hours;
additional hours $55-60 each hour
Police Officer staffing (if rental group is serving alcohol) $85/hour
Ice Arena Fee City Code
Ice Rate Per Hour Prime Season- Prime Hours. Effective
September 1.
$225
Ice Rate Per Hour Prime Season- Off Hours. Effective
September 1.
$180
Ice Rate Per Hour Off Season- All hours. Effective March 1. $180
Skate Sharpening $5
Skate Rental $3
Open Hockey per session $6
Open Skating per session $5
Skating Lessons - group (fee per lesson) $11
Skating Lessons – privates $198-297
Skating lessons non-resident fee $7
Locker Room (fee per season) $650
Storage Spaces (fee per season) $650
Community Room Rental (sales tax is additional); for
small groups of 1-49. Effective September 1.
$140-$165/3 hours;
additional hours $45-50 each hour
Community Room Rental (sales tax is additional); for
groups of 50 or more. Effective September 1.
$360-$410/6 hours;
additional hours $50-55 each hour
Police Officer staffing (if rental group is serving alcohol) $85/hour
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 8
PERMITS (Fire Prevention, Property and Public Street)
Fire Prevention Fee City Code
Fire control costs Full amount of expenses incurred by city
applicable to nonresidents or
nontaxpayers or persons issued open
burning permits
9-9
Fire protection system (installations or alterations) $50 for first $1,000 in value or fraction
thereof and $5 for each additional $500
in value or fraction thereof
3-1(a)(7)
9-10
Hood and duct inspection $50 9-9
Open burning permit
Recreational
Thawing frozen ground
No charge
$25
9-9
Special hazard $125 9-10
Property and Public Street Fee City Code
Administrative:
Commercial/industrial
Residential
$100
$50
4-31
Building:
Egress windows
1-2 family roofing
Valuation $1 to $500
Valuation $501 to $2,000
Valuation $2,001 to $25,000
Valuation $25,001 to $50,000
Valuation $50,001 to $100,000
Valuation $100,001 to $500,000
Valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000
No charge (contractor license search fee
applicable)
$124.50
$23.50
$23.50 for the first $500 plus $3.05 for
each additional $100 or fraction thereof,
to and including $2,000
$69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14 for
each additional $1,000 or fraction
thereof, to and including $25,000
$391.25 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10
for each additional $1,000 or fraction
thereof, to and including $50,000
$643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7 for
each additional $1,000 or fraction
thereof, to and including $100,000
$993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60
for each additional $1,000 or fraction
thereof, to and including $500,000
$3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75
for each additional $1,000 or fraction
thereof, to and including $1,000,000
3-1(a)
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 9
Valuation $1,000,000 and up
Construction work begun prior to acquisition of
building permit
Contractor license search
$5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus
$3.65 for each additional $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Double fee
$5
Building plan check:
Initial
Additional plan review required by changes,
additions, or revisions to approved plans
For use of outside consultants for plan checks
and inspections
65% of building permit fee
$50/hour (1/2 hour minimum charge)
Actual cost
3-1(a)
Building inspection (missed/additional inspection,
re-inspection, or inspection outside of normal business
hours)
$60 per hour, plus $60 for each
subsequent hour or fraction thereof
3-30
Building Moving $100 3-24
Business use certificate of occupancy (BUCO) $25 3-33
Courtesy Bench fee:
Initial permit fee
Annual renewal fee
$75
$50
6-16
Discharge of percolating water permit fee $100 6-10(c)3
Driveway/street excavation $50 if curb cut work; $25 if no curb cut
work is required
6-7(a)
Electrical:
New or repair service/power supply
Sub-panel
0—300 amp
400 amp
Each additional 100 amp
Feeders/circuits:
0—30 amp
31—100 amp
Each additional 100 amp
Transformers and generators:
0—10 KVA
11—74 KVA
75—299 KVA
300 or more
Apartment buildings
Retrofit lighting
$100 per residential panel replacement
$40 each
$50
$58
$14
$8
$10
$5
$10
$40
$60
$150
$70 per unit which does not include
service and house wiring
$0.65 per fixture (ballast and lamps
only); new fixtures are subject to per
circuit fee
3-2(a)(3)
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 10
Traffic signals
$7 per standard, street and light; $4 per
pole
Sign transformers
Remote control or signal wiring
Swimming pools
$8 per unit
$.75 per device
$80 (limit 2 trips) plus circuit fee
Excavation /grading:
50 cubic yards or less
51 to 100 cubic yards
101 to 1,000 cubic yards
1,001 to 10,000 cubic yards
10,001 to 100,000 cubic yards
100,001 cubic yards or more
Plan check:
50 cubic yards or less
51 to 100 cubic yards
101 to 1,000 cubic yards
1,001 to 10,000 cubic yards
10,001 to 100,000 cubic yards
100,001 to 200,000 cubic yards
200,001 cubic yards or more
Additional plan review required by changes,
additions or revisions to approved plans
$15
$22
$22.50 for the first 100 cubic yards, plus
$10.50 for each additional 100 cubic
yards or fraction thereof
$117 for the first 1,000 cubic yards, plus
$9 for each additional 1,000 cubic yards
or fraction thereof
$198 for the first 10,000 cubic yards, plus
$40.50 for each additional 10,000 cubic
yards or fraction thereof
$562.50 for the first 100,000 cubic yards,
plus $22.50 for each additional 10,000
cubic yards or fraction thereof
No Fee
$15
$22.50
$30
$30 for the first 10,000 cubic yards, plus
$15 for each additional 10,000 cubic
yards or fraction thereof
$165 for the first 100,000 cubic yards,
plus $9 for each additional 10,000 cubic
yards or fraction thereof
$255 for the first 200,000 cubic yards,
plus $4.50 for each additional 10,000
cubic yards or fraction thereof
$42 per hour (minimum charge ½ hour)
3-1(a)
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 11
Home-based business No charge 4-3(g)
Limited storm sewer connection permit fee $100 6-10(c)3
Mechanical and Plumbing:
Water heater
Valuation $0 to $500
$501 to $1,000
$1,001 to $5,000
$5,001 to $10,000
$10,001 to $25,000
$25,001 to $50,000
$50,001 and over
$50
Single-Family-$25; Commercial-$40
$25 + 2.5% of $500 or fraction thereof
$35 + 2.25% of $1,000 or fraction thereof
$125 + 2% of $5,000 or fraction thereof
$225 + 1.75% of $10,000 or fraction
thereof
$490 + $1.5% of $25,000 or fraction
thereof
$875 + 1.25% of fraction over $50,000
3-1(a)
Point of sale:
1-2 family
Multi-family
Temporary certificate of property maintenance
$160 per unit
$160 for first unit, $20 for each add’l unit
$80
3-30, 3-32
3-32(e)(2)
Public easement and right of way vacation application Actual cost (minimum $200 charge) 6-9(b)3
Right-of-way management regulation:
Annual registration
Excavation permit
$50
$350
6-14
Sign:
Permanent
Temporary
$100
$40 per 7 days, 10 permits per year
maximum
3-50
Fees double for many permits if work commences without permit 3-1 (c)
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 12
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Planning and Zoning)
Planning Fee City Code
Administrative lot consolidation/minor subdivision review $200 13-1(g)
Comprehensive sign plan $200 zoning; $200 deposit* 3-50(k)(5)
Conditional use permit (R-1 & R-2) $200 zoning; $300 deposit* 4-33
Conditional use permit (all others) $500 zoning; $1,500 deposit* 4-33
Conduit Debt application fee $750 non-refundable application fee and
$5,000 deposit plus admin fee below
Policy
Conduit Debt administrative fee (projects within city
limits)
.5% of bond issue Policy
Conduit Debt administrative fee (projects outside city
limits)
1% of bond issue Policy
Conduit Debt Refunding administrative fee $2,500 non-refundable application fee
and .025% of the bond issue plus out of
pocket costs (rate is .50% of bond issue if
original financing was not completed
with the city of New Hope)
Policy
Land use confirmation/zoning letter $50
Land use petition sign $15 deposit per sign 1-4(b)(5)
Planned Unit Development $1,000 zoning; $1,500 deposit* 4-24, 4-34
Rezoning/text amendment $500 zoning; $1,000 deposit* 4-30
Site plan review $400 zoning; $750 deposit* 4-35
Subdivision & platting $500 zoning; $1,000 deposit* 13-3
Tax Abatement assistance $5,000 deposit Policy
Tax Increment Finance $10,000 deposit Policy
Vacation of easement $325 zoning; $500 deposit* 6-9
Variances (R-1 & R-2) $150 zoning; $300 deposit* 4-36
Variances (all others) $500 zoning; $1,500 deposit* 4-36, 13-10
*There are three city consultants - legal, planning, and engineering - that generate additional expenses.
*Expenses incurred that exceed the amount of the zoning deposit will be billed and are the responsibility of the applicant.
Park Dedication Fee Fee City Code
One-family dwelling $3,000 per unit 13-7(i)
Two-family dwelling $1,500 per unit 13-7(i)
Three+ family dwelling $1,000 per unit 13-7(i)
Commercial and/or industrial subdivisions $5,000 per acre 13-7(i)
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 13
UTILITY AND FRANCHISE FEES
Service Annual Fee City Code
Electronic transponders Actual cost 5-4(9)c
Recycling service $4.00/month 9-11(k)(1)
Sanitary sewer rates $9.71 minimum (includes 1,000 gallons)
$6.45 for each additional 1,000 gallons
$.66 surcharge per 1,000 gallons
5-3(d)1
Sewer availability charge (SAC) Fee set by Metropolitan Council
Environmental Services Board
5-3(b)6
Sewer connection or repairs permit $100 5-3(b)
Stormwater utility rate:
Single and two-family residential parcels
All other residential, commercial and ind parcels
$9.13 per REF
$13.70 per REF
5-3(e)(2)
Street light:
Non-decorative (underground power)
Decorative (overhead power)
$1.45/month
$2.09/month
6-5(c)
Sump pump connection state surcharge
Sump pumps/non-compliant properties $100/month fine 5-1(d)7
Sump pump winter discharge into sanitary sewer $100/month 5-1(d)(8)
Water connection or repairs permit $100 5-3(b)
Water meter - original or replacement Actual cost plus $20 handling fee
Water meter - manual meter reading fee $200/month 5-4(9)e
Water - Residential usage - base fee
1-10,000 gallons
10,001-20,000 gallons
Over 20,000 gallons
$10.50/month (includes $.81 state fee)
$7.14/1,000 gallons
$7.76/1,000 gallons
$8.73/1,000 gallons
5-4
Water - Commercial and Institutional
All usage except lawn irrigation
Separately metered law irrigation
$10.50/month (includes $.81 state fee)
$7.30/1,000 gallons
$8.73/1,000 gallons
5-4
Water - emergency water supply/watermain repair $.50/1,000 gallons 5-4(9)e
Water disconnection and reconnection $50 per disconnection event
$50 per reconnection event
(after normal business hours or holidays
are subject to additional fees)
Penalty of past due water or sewer charge 5% or $.50 whichever is greater 5-4(9)(e)2
Franchise Fees Fee City Code
Franchise – Electricity 12-20
Residential $3/month
Small Commercial & Industrial - Non-Demand $6/month
Small Commercial & Industrial - Demand $26/month
Large Commercial & Industrial $115/month
Franchise – Gas 12-10
Residential $3/month
Commercial - A ("Com A") $4/month
Commercial/Industrial - B ("Com/Ind B") $11/month
Commercial/Industrial - C ("Com/Ind C") $38/month
Small Volume, Dual Fuel A ("SVDF A") $74/month
Small Volume, Dual Fuel B ("SVDF B") $83/month
Large Volume, Dual Fuel ("LVDF") $164/month
2022 Fee Schedule, City of New Hope Page 14
MISCELLANEOUS
Administrative Citations Fee City Code
Level one – Citation #1
Level one – Citation #2
Level one – Citation #3
Level one – Citation #4
$50
$100
$100
$100
2-60(d)(2)
Level two – Citation #1
Level two – Citation #2
Level two – Citation #3
Level two – Citation #4
$100
$250
$500
$500
Level three – Citation #1
Level three – Citation #2
Level three – Citation #3
Level three – Citation #4
$250
$500
$1,000
$1,000
Late fees Amount increased by 40% if fine is not
paid within 30-day period
2-60(h)(4)a
Subsequent violation of the same or substantially similar
offense within 12-month period
Increase by 100% of scheduled fine 2-60(h)(4)b
Appeal of citation $25 to schedule administrative hearing 2-60(d)(3)
Miscellaneous Fees Fee City Code
Blueprint release $100 plus tax and $500 deposit
Certification processing fee of delinquent city services $50 2-61(a)
Civil fingerprint fee (residents only) $31
Duplicate bill (utility bill) $1 5-4(9)g
Handgun permit fee Per state law 11-13(c)
Late fee charge for general accounts receivables $5-25 depending on amount due
Map (address) $5
New resident list $35
Notary fee (no charge if city-related business) $5 M.S.
On-line service charge $3.50 2-61(c)
Parking – on street temporarily No charge; seek permission from police 11-2(e)
Photocopies $.25 per page plus tax
Police-sponsored child passenger safety class $25
Program refund fee $5
Research fee $50 first hour and $35/hour thereafter
Returned check charge $30
Special assessment deferral $40 nonrefundable application fee 1-6(1)
Tree removal or treatment for diseased shade tree:
Tree located on street boulevard
Tree located on private property
Not more than 50% of costs of abatement
will be assessed
Total cost of abatement may be assessed
9-80(f)(2)
Vehicle impound Per Twin Cities Transport & Recovery
towing contract
6-3(d)
Weed eradication/lawn mowing $130/hour plus $45 weed inspector fee 9-70(b)2
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Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: Police
By: Tim Hoyt, Director
Agenda Title
Resolution authorizing the purchase of equipment and appropriation of funds in the amount of $34,063.72 for
purchase of a T16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber from the Tennant Company.
Requested Action
Staff is recommending New Hope Police Department purchase a T16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber as an
addition to the 2021 Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
Policy/Past Practice
The city develops a five‐year capital improvement program (CIP) for capital equipment, facility
improvements, and infrastructure projects. Every two years the CIP is reviewed, updated, and extended two
years for another five‐year period. The purchase of a T‐16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber is not currently
listed in the 2021 CIP. However, the purchase has been requested by the director of police and has been
discussed with the city manager.
Background
When the underground garage was completed, it was determined that the public works department would
clean the garage. The current equipment they use to clean the garage floor is not sufficient (as it spreads dust
and grime over all equipment and squads), and it is time consuming for public works staff. The new
equipment would be used to clean all the garages of the police department and city hall. The scrubber would
maintain and expand the life expectancy of the concrete floor and cut down on energy costs of running the
ventilation system.
Funding
The state contract total for the purchase of the Tennant T16 Scrubber is $34,063.72. Currently, there is a
surplus of funds in the police budget due to 2021 police department staffing changes.
Attachments
Resolution
Quote from Tennant Company
Photo of T16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber
Agenda Section
Ordinances &
Resolutions
Item Number
10.6
City of New Hope
Resolution No. 21‐
Resolution authorizing the purchase of equipment
and appropriation of funds for $34,063.72 for purchase of a
T16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber from Tennant Company
WHEREAS, the city of New Hope prepares a five‐year capital improvement program (CIP) as a guiding
document for equipment acquisition and improvement projects to assist with preparation of each
annual operating budget; and,
WHEREAS, the CIP is not formally adopted as a budget document, nor does it authorize the acquisition of
individual equipment and/or projects listed therein; and,
WHEREAS the Police Department recommends the acquisition of a T16 Battery‐Powered Rider Scrubber from
Tennant Company; and,
WHEREAS the funds for this equipment are available within the 2021 police budget due to 2021 police
department staffing changes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the city of New Hope, Minnesota, that the
appropriation of $34,063.72 for payment to Tennant Company, from a surplus of funds in the
police budget due to 2021 police department staffing changes, is authorized and that the 2021
budget is hereby amended.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, Minnesota this 13th day of
December 2021.
__________ __________________
Mayor
Attest: ________ _____________
City Clerk
S:\December 13, 2021 Council Meeting\12.1 Q ‐ Upcoming Events.docx
Request for Action
December 13, 2021
Approved by: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Originating Department: City Manager
By: Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Agenda Title
Exchange of communication between members of the city council
Upcoming meetings and events:
Dec. 14 7:30 a.m. – District 281 Government Advisory Council Meeting (Virtual)
7 p.m. – Citizen Advisory Commission Meeting
Dec. 15 11 a.m. – North Metro Mayors Operating Committee Meeting at Maple Grove
Dec. 16 8:30 a.m. – Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission Meeting (Virtual)
Dec. 17 1 p.m. – Corridor Management Committee Meeting
Dec. 20 6/6:30 p.m. – City Council Work Session
7 p.m. – Personnel Board Meeting
Dec. 23 City Holiday, All Offices Closed
Dec. 24 City Holiday, All Offices Closed
Dec. 31 City Holiday, All Offices Closed
Jan. 3 4 p.m. – Blue Line Coalition Meeting
7 p.m. – Human Rights Commission Meeting
Jan. 4 No Planning Commission Meeting
Agenda Section
Other Business
Item Number
12.1
Request for Action, Page 2
Jan. 5 1:30 p.m. – Joint Water Commission Meeting
2 p.m. – Business Networking Group Meeting, hosted by Loop Harro of Fareweather
Design at Pocket Square Cocktail Lounge
Jan. 10 7 p.m. – City Council Meeting