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City of New Hope
4401 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55428
City Council Minutes February 10, 2020
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. Mayor
Hemken welcomed Cub Scout Troop 3026 from Golden Valley.
ROLL CALL Council present:
Council absent:
Staff present:
Kathi Hemken, Mayor
John Elder, Council Member
Cedrick Frazier, Council Member
Andy Hoffe, Council Member
Jonathan London, Council Member
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Jeff Alger, Community Development Specialist
Dan Boyum, City Engineer
Tim Fournier, Director of Police
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
Susan Rader, Director of Parks & Recreation
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
Frazier, to approve the regular meeting minutes of January 27, 2020. Voted in
favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Frazier, Hoffe; and the following voted against the
same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: London. Motion carried.
OPEN FORUM
There was no one present desirous of addressing the council.
PRESENTATIONS:
BEYOND THE
YELLOW RIBBON
QUAD
COMMUNITIES
Item 5.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 5.1, Resolution Reaffirming
Commitment to Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Quad Communities.
Mr. Kirk McDonald, city manager, introduced Tiffany Kovalseki, the new
president of the BRY Quad Communities.
Ms. Kovalseki provided an update of the program and explained the board’s
intentions of expanding the program’s visibility. She encouraged anyone
interested in becoming involved or if there is a need for resources to contact
btyrquad@gmail.com.
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Council expressed support for the program and thanked Ms. Kovalseki for her
leadership.
RESOLUTION 2020‐19
Item 5.1
Council Member Elder introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING COMMITMENT TO BEYOND THE
YELLOW RIBBON QUAD COMMUNITIES.” The motion for the adoption of the
foregoing resolution was seconded by Council Member Hoffe, and upon vote
being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Frazier,
Hoffe; and the following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent:
London; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed
by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
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.
FINANCIAL CLAIMS
Item 6.2
Approval of financial claims through February 10, 2020.
RESOLUTION 2020‐20
Item 6.4
Resolution approving LG230 application to conduct off‐site lawful gambling by
Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey Association at the New Hope Ice Arena.
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.
PUBLIC HEARING
LOS SANCHEZ
TAQUERIA ON‐SALE
LIQUOR LICENSE
Item 7.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 7.1, Motion approving an on‐sale
liquor license to Los Sanchez Taqueria, LLC at 7112 Bass Lake Road.
Mr. Kirk McDonald stated the public hearing is to consider granting an on‐sale
intoxicating liquor license to Los Sanchez Taqueria, LLC, at 7112 Bass Lake Road.
He stated the El Nuevo Nayarita restaurant formerly occupied the site and closed
at the end of 2019. He reported the applicants are Santiago Sanchez Ortiz and Flor
Elena Aguilar Palma. He stated the required background investigation was
conducted, and there is nothing detrimental to report.
Mr. McDonald asked Council to allow for public comment before taking action on
the license. There was no one in the audience desirous of addressing Council for
the public hearing.
The applicants and interpreter (Luis Caire) responded to questions from Council
regarding preventing liquor sales to minors.
It was noted that the applicants operate an establishment in Richfield and
understand the liquor laws. Ms. Palma stated they enforce a strict policy for
checking identification.
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Mr. Tim Fournier, director of police, stated the New Hope Police Department is
willing to provide identification training at no cost.
Council welcomed the restaurant owners to the city.
CLOSE HEARING
Item 7.1
Motion was made by Council Member Frazier, seconded by Council Member
Elder, to close the public hearing. All present voted in favor. Motion carried.
MOTION
Item 7.1
Motion was made by Council Member Hoffe, seconded by Council Member
Frazier, to approve the on‐sale liquor license to Los Sanchez Taqueria, LLC at
7112 Bass Lake Road. All present voted in favor. Motion carried.
2020 CDBG PROGRAM
Item 7.2
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 7.2, Resolution ordering published
notice and scheduling public hearing to approve the projected use of funds for the
2020 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program.
Mr. Jeff Sargent, director of community development, stated the public hearing for
allocation of CDBG funds was initially intended to be held February 10. He
explained that Council will be discussing housing programs and funding options
at the February 18 work session, and therefore, it is recommended that the CDBG
hearing be re‐established for February 24.
RESOLUTION 2020‐21
Item 7.2
Council Member Hoffe introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION ORDERING PUBLISHED NOTICE AND
SCHEDULING PUBLIC HEARING TO APPROVE THE PROJECTED USE OF
FUNDS FOR THE 2020 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.” The motion for the adoption of
the foregoing resolution was seconded by Council Member Frazier, and upon vote
being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Frazier,
Hoffe; and the following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent:
London; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed
by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
2020 WINNETKA
WATER MAIN
REPLACEMENT
(IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1027)
Item 8.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.1, Resolution awarding a contract
to G.F. Jedlicki, Inc. for $339,906.00 for the 2020 Winnetka Water Main Replacement
(Improvement Project No. 1027).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, explained that CenterPoint Energy will be
replacing the gas main belt line on Winnetka Avenue between 27th and 42nd
avenues in spring/summer of 2020. He stated it would be advantageous for the city
to replace the deteriorated water mains is in conjunction with the upcoming
CenterPoint gas main replacement project, and staff plans to work with the city of
Crystal on a joint project for the structure repairs. The city can minimize cost spent
on restoration due to CenterPoint planning to re‐pave the entire east side of the
Winnetka Avenue as part of the belt line replacement project.
Mr. Boyum stated the replacement of the water main on Winnetka Avenue
between 27th and 29th avenues is identified on the city’s 2020 CIP. The existing
water main will be pipe bursted, a process that involves demolishing the pipe in
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place by boring through the pipe. A new eight‐inch plastic water main will be
bored in the same place as the demolished water main. Two alternative bids were
sought: Alternate number 1‐ 8” fusible PVC, C‐900, DR18 water main pipe bursting
and Alternate number 2‐10” HDPE, DR11 water main pipe bursting. He explained
HDPE is classified by its outside diameter, not inside diameter like PVC and DIP.
He stated the street improvements include minimal bituminous patching and spot
replacement of concrete curb and gutter and sidewalk on Winnetka Avenue North.
He stated Hennepin County will be undertaking a mill/overlay of Winnetka
Avenue North after completion of CenterPoint Energy’s gas main work.
Mr. Boyum reported recommended awarding the contract to the low bidder, G.F.
Jedlicki, Inc. for $339,906.00 with alternate 2. He stated G.F. Jedlicki, Inc. has
previously worked in the city replacing water mains. He stated the engineers
estimate and the amount in the CIP budget is $400,000.
RESOLUTION 2020‐22
Item 8.1
Council Member Frazier introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO G.F. JEDLICKI,
INC. FOR $339,906.00 FOR THE 2020 WINNETKA WATER MAIN
REPLACEMENT (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1027).” The motion for the
adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Council Member Hoffe, and
upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Hemken,
Elder, Frazier, Hoffe; and the following voted against the same: None; Abstained:
None; Absent: London; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and
adopted, signed by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
2020
INFRASTRUCTURE
PROJECT
(IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1034)
Item 8.2
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.2, Resolution approving plans
and specifications and authorizing bids for the 2020 Infrastructure Project
(Improvement Project No. 1034).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, explained the proposed 2020 infrastructure project
consists of street and utility improvements in the residential area bordered by TH
169 to the west, 30th Avenue North to the south, Boone Avenue North to the east,
and 36th Avenue to the north. In addition, full reconstruction of two streets located
east of Boone and north of 36th Avenue are included in the project. He reported a
public hearing on the proposed project was held on October 28 to inform residents
of the project. He stated the current base bid estimated project cost is $2,845,875.
Mr. Boyum explained that several streets are being bid as alternates. He stated four
other smaller pavement projects in the area also being bid as alternates for
favorable competitive bidding prices. He stated bids will be presented at the March
23 Council Meeting, and the project will be funded by the street infrastructure fund
and utility funds.
RESOLUTION 2020‐23
Item 8.2
Council Member Elder introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZING BIDS FOR THE 2020 INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT
(IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1034).” The motion for the adoption of the
foregoing resolution was seconded by Council Member Frazier, and upon vote
being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Frazier,
Hoffe; and the following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent:
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London; where upon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed
by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
NORTHWOOD PARK
BASKETBALL COURT
REPLACEMENT
(IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1046)
Item 8.3
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.3, Motion to authorize
preparation of plans and specifications for basketball court replacement at
Northwood Park (Improvement Project No. 1046).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, reported on the need for replacement of the 25‐year old
basketball court at Northwood Park. He reported staff is requesting the Council’s
authorization for preparation of plans and specifications. The estimated cost is $80,000
and the project is included in the 2020 CIP and 2020 Park Infrastructure budget. At the
meeting of January 13, 2020, Council authorized preparation of plans and specs for
playground improvements at Begin Park. Staff is proposing to solicit bids for both the
Northwood Park basketball court replacement and Begin Park playground
improvements as a cost‐savings effort. He stated the plans and specifications would be
presented to Council on March 23 for consideration of approval.
Council Member Elder inquired of police calls at Northwood Park. Chief Fournier
responded that calls for service is relatively low.
Ms. Susan Rader, director of parks and recreation, pointed out the benefits of the new
style of heavy‐duty basketball hoops designed to accommodate different heights.
MOTION
Item 8.3
Motion was made by Council Member Frazier, seconded by Council Member
Hoffe, to authorize preparation of plans and specifications for basketball court
replacement at Northwood Park (Improvement Project No. 1046). All present
voted in favor. Motion carried.
VEHICLE LIFT
PURCHASE
Item 10.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 10.1, Resolution authorizing the
purchase of equipment and appropriation of funds in the amount of $16,163.85 for
the purchase of a rotary vehicle lift from Minnesota Auquipco, Inc.
Mr. Bernie Weber, director of public works, requested authorization to purchase a
rotary four post drive‐on vehicle lift for the public works facility from Minnesota
Auquipco, Inc. for $16,163.85 to replace a 13‐year old lift. He stated the Central
Garage equipment replacement fund has $18,348 allocated for the equipment
replacement, and the purchase would be made through the state’s cooperative
purchasing program.
RESOLUTION 2020‐24
Item 10.1
Council Member Elder introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT
AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $16,163.85 FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A ROTARY VEHICLE LIFT FROM MINNESOTA
AUQUIPCO, INC.” The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was
seconded by Council Member Frazier, and upon vote being taken thereon, the
following voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Elder, Frazier, Hoffe; and the following
voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: London; 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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UTILITY TRACTOR
PURCHASE
Item 10.2
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 10.2, Resolution authorizing the
purchase of equipment and appropriation of funds in the amount of $129,650 for
purchase of a 2020 Karcher MIC‐84 Municipal Utility Tractor and ancillary
equipment from Minnesota Equipment, Inc.
Mr. Bernie Weber, director of public works, explained the need for a utility tractor
to replace a 10‐year old utility tractor. He recommended the purchase of a 2020
Karcher MIC‐84 municipal utility tractor (sidewalk plow) and ancillary equipment
(broom, plow, and snowblower) from Minnesota Equipment, Inc. for $129,650
through the state cooperative purchasing program. He explained the city 10‐year
old Belos 84 utility tractor has a trade‐in value of $22,000. The cost of the tractor
and ancillary equipment is $151,650 less $22,000 trade‐in for a final cost of $129,650.
He stated the city’s equipment replacement fund has $181,200 dedicated for this
vehicle purchase.
RESOLUTION NO.
2020‐25
Item 10.2
Council Member Frazier introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT
AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $129,650 FOR
PURCHASE OF A 2020 KARCHER MIC‐84 MUNICIPAL UTILITY TRACTOR
AND ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT FROM MINNESOTA EQUIPMENT, INC.”
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Council
Member Elder, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Hemken, Elder, Frazier, Hoffe; and the following voted against the same:
None; Abstained: None; Absent: London; 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.
Council expressed gratitude to the public works department for snow removal
efforts and noted many residents called with positive comments. Hazards caused
by cars parked on streets during snow removal was noted, and the police
department was asked to enforce the city’s ordinance.
Motion was made by Council Member Frazier, seconded by Council Member
Elder, to appoint Heather Fruen to the Human Rights Commission for a two‐
year term. All present voted in favor. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Frazier, 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 8:03 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
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