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City of New Hope
4401 Xylon Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota 55428
City Council Minutes March 23, 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.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some members of the Council, city staff, and
consultants participated remotely.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hemken announced that the Pledge would not be recited since the meeting
is not being held in the council chambers.
ROLL CALL Council present:
Staff present:
Kathi Hemken, Mayor
John Elder, Council Member (exited meeting at 7:16 pm)
Cedrick Frazier, Council Member
Andy Hoffe, Council Member
Jonathan London, Council Member
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Dan Boyum, City Engineer
Tim Fournier, Director of Police
Rich Johnson, Director of HR/Admin. Services
Sarah Larson, WMFRD Chief
Valerie Leone, City Clerk
Susan Rader, Director of Parks and 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 Hoffe, seconded by Council Member
Frazier, to approve the work session minutes of February 18, 2020, and the
regular meeting minutes of March 9, 2020. All present voted in favor. Motion
carried.
OPEN FORUM
There was no one present desirous of addressing the Council for the Open Forum.
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 March 23, 2020.
GFOA AWARD
Item 6.4
Motion accepting certificate of achievement of excellence in financial reporting.
RESOLUTION 2020-29
Item 6.5
Resolution approving a contract with Warning Lites of Minnesota, Inc. for New
Hope’s 2020 street paint striping/marking services.
RESOLUTION 2020-30
Item 6.6
Resolution approving a contract with Reliakor Services, Inc. for 2020 street
sweeping services.
RESOLUTION 2020-31
Item 6.7
Resolution approving a contract with Reliakor Services, Inc. for disposal of debris
collected during the spring 2020 street sweeping operation.
RESOLUTION 2020-32
Item 6.8
Resolution authorizing the appropriation of funds in the amount of $18,449.44 to
rebuild the ice compressors and replace shaft seals at the New Hope Ice Arena.
RESOLUTION 2020-33
Item 6.9
Resolution authorizing the appropriation of funds in the amount of $4,957.46 for
the replacement of the nine system relief valves which are part the refrigeration
system 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.
IMP. PROJECT 1034
Item 8.1
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.1, Resolution awarding contract to
Northwest Asphalt, Inc. for construction of public improvement project no. 1034
(2020 Infrastructure Improvement Project).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, explained the project generally consists of a full
street reconstruction with the replacement of water main and storm sewer utility
on both Northwood Parkway and 36 ½ Circle between Boone and 36th avenues.
Additionally this project includes pavement work on many streets in the
neighborhood between Boone Avenue and Highway 169, and 36th and 27th
avenues. He stated plans and specifications were approved at the council meeting
of February 10, 2020.
He stated the city received four bids at the March 12 bid opening. The low bid
contractor for the base bid was Valley Paving, Inc. with a total base bid amount of
$2,370,338.47. The second low bid for the base bid was Northwest Asphalt, Inc.
with a total base bid amount of $2,383,800.70. He explained there were also four
alternate bids, and by adding the alternates to the base bid, then Northwest
Asphalt, Inc. is the low bid contractor with a total adjusted base bid of
$2,889,365.98. He stated Northwest Asphalt has worked in the city previously on
street and storm sewer work next to Cooper High School along Virginia Avenue.
Mr. Boyum reported that if the contract is awarded, project construction would
begin in the spring of 2020 and all major project work would be complete by fall
of 2020. He explained the project will be funded by the street infrastructure fund,
utility funds (water, sewer, storm water), and assessments.
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Council Member London commented on the need for communication with
residents impacted by the project so that residents are provided a contact person
with any issues.
Mr. Boyum stated a project update will be mailed to property owners in the project
area in the near future.
RESOLUTION 2020-34
Item 8.1
Council Member Frazier introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO NORTHWEST
ASPHALT, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1034 (2020 INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT).”
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, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the following voted against the
same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
IMP. PROJECT 1048
Item 8.2
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.2, Resolution approving plans
and specifications and authorizing to advertise for bids for the proposed 2020-2021
Sanitary Sewer Lining project (Improvement Project No. 1048).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, explained that the city’s 2020 capital improvement
program (CIP) includes $350,000 for the lining of deteriorating areas of the sanitary
sewer network. Similarly, there is $350,000 in the 2021 CIP budget. Staff is
recommending that these two years of work be combined under one contract to
save engineering costs and to obtain favorable bids. He stated both projects include
lining on streets near Liberty Park in the northwest corner of the city. This area
was identified in the city’s inflow and infiltration (I&I) study that was performed
in 2019 to identify areas where I&I could be reduced by lining.
Mr. Boyum stated if Council chooses to move forward with this project, bids could
be received on April 16 and would be brought to the Council for review at the
April 27 Council Meeting. Approximately half of the work would occ ur in 2020
and the remainder of the work would be completed in 2021.
Council Member London questioned when the city began the I&I program and
whether the results have been tracked to justify the expenditures.
Mr. Bernie Weber, director of public works, stated the program to reduce inflow
and infiltration in the sanitary sewer system began in the fall of 2003. Initiatives
completed by the city to date include replacement of open hole sanitary sewer
manhole covers, roof vent and foundation drain inspection of apartments and
commercial buildings, televised inspection of sanitary sewer pipe, and the
implementation of the annual sanitary sewer lining program. He stated the city
targets the areas where I&I is most severe. He stated the improvements have
significantly reduced I&I.
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Council Member London stated he would like a report of the annual
improvements and benchmarks.
RESOLUTION 2020-35
Item 8.2
Council Member Hoffe introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZING TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE PROPOSED
2020-2021 SANITARY SEWER LINING PROJECT (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1048).” 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, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the following voted
against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder; whereupon the
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was
attested to by the city clerk.
IMP. PROJECT 1040
Item 8.3
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.3, Resolution approving plans
and specifications and authorizing advertisement of bids for playground
improvement site work at Begin Park (Improvement Project No. 1040).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, stated Begin Park is located at 5407 Wisconsin
Avenue North, and the equipment was last replaced in 1996. He stated the existing
playground equipment is from Landscape Structures and it will be th e city’s first
project for the equipment refurbishment program. He noted in addition to the
playground equipment, the project includes replacement of the container, entrance
ramp, sidewalk and concrete pads for two benches and a picnic table . He stated
the neighborhood input has been solicited regarding playground design and color
schemes, and a final plan will be presented to Council in April .
Mr. Boyum stated the site work, playground equipment, and indirect costs are
estimated at $198,398 and funding of $200,000 is available in the Park
Infrastructure Fund.
RESOLUTION 2020-36
Item 8.3
Council Member Frazier introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR PLAYGROUND
IMPROVEMENT SITE WORK AT BEGIN PARK (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1040).” The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded
by Council Member London, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof: Hemken, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the following voted
against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder; whereupon the
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was
attested to by the city clerk.
IMP. PROJECT 1046
Item 8.4
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.4, Resolution approving plans
and specifications and authorizing advertisement of bids for the basketball court
replacement at Northwood Park (Improvement Project No. 1046).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, stated staff is requesting Council’s approval of
plans and specifications and authorization to advertisement for bids for the
basketball court replacement at Northwood Park. The court is over 25 years old
and in need of replacement along with new hoops and bases. The estimated cost
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of the project is $77,667.85, including indirect costs, and there is $80,000 designated
in the 2020 CIP for the project. He stated in an effort to reduce costs, the project
will be bid with the Begin Park playground project. He stated a bid opening of
April 16 is proposed, and bids will be presented to Council on April 27.
Council Member London commented that the cost seems excessive for an asphalt
court surface.
Mr. Boyum explained that the project involves equipment mobilizati on, removal
of the existing court, installation of the new court, surface color and striping, and
installation of new basketball hoops and footings. He stated the quotes may be
lower than the estimate.
RESOLUTION 2020-37
Item 8.4
Council Member Frazier introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR THE BASKETBALL
COURT REPLACEMENT AT NORTHWOOD PARK (IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 1046).” 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, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the
following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder;
whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted , signed by the
mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
IMP. PROJECT 995
Item 8.5
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 8.5, Resolution approving Change
Order No. 7 in the amount of $54,106.49 with Donlar Construction Company for
the pool construction project (Improvement Project No. 995).
Mr. Dan Boyum, city engineer, reported that Council reviewed the proposed
change order for the pool construction project at the March 16 work ses sion. He
stated change order number 7 is $54,106.49 and includes costs for thicker grade
beam at the shade structure, CenterPoint utility delay costs, and costs for rainfall
and delay costs (as negotiated). The change order increases the contract amount to
$11,471,955.84; and the remaining construction contingency after this change order
is $112,893.51.
RESOLUTION 2020-38
Item 8.5
Mayor Hemken introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
“RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 7 IN THE AMOUNT OF
$54,106.49 WITH DONLAR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE POOL
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 995).” The
motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Council
Member Frazier, and upon vote being taken thereon, the follow ing voted in favor
thereof: Hemken, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the following voted against the
same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
PURCHASE
TRAILERS
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 $24,235.67 for
the purchase of three Towmaster trailers from RDO Equipment.
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Mr. Bernie Weber, director of public works, stated the request is for the purchase
of three trailers from RDO Equipment for $24,235.67. He stated the trailers would
replace trailers that are 19 to 20 years old and in poor condition. The trailer s are
used regularly for transporting equipment to perform maintenance activities and
to accommodate set up of special events. The replacement fund has $22,405.77
dedicated for the purchase and the difference of $1,829.90 would be funded by the
central garage replacement fund. He also noted the three old trailers may be
auctioned which would help fund the shortfall.
Council Member London inquired whether the funds are available in the capital
improvement program.
Mr. Weber responded affirmatively.
RESOLUTION 2020-39
Item 10.1
Council Member Hoffe introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT
AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,235.67 FOR THE
PURCHASE OF THREE TOWMASTER TRAILERS FROM RDO EQUIPMENT.”
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Council
Member London, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof: Hemken, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the following voted against the
same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
PURCHASE
F350 TRUCK
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 $66,198.74 for
the purchase of a 2020 Ford F350 cab/chassis including dump body with ancillary
equipment.
Mr. Bernie Weber, director of public works, recommended the purchase of a 2020
F350 dump truck for the street department. He explained the existing street
department truck (year 2010) would be transferred to the golf course which would
enable the golf course truck (year 2001) to be sent to the auction. The purchase
would be made through the state cooperative purchasing venture. The cost of the
cab and chassis is $33,064.74; the dump box, ancillary equipment, set up and
installation costs are estimated at $33,13 4 making the total cost of the dump truck
$66,198.74. He stated the vehicle replacement fund has $69,257.78 dedicated for the
purchase.
RESOLUTION 2020-40
Item 10.2
Council Member London introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT
AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $66,198.74 FOR THE
PURCHASE OF A 2020 FORD F350 CAB/CHASSIS INCLUDING DUMP BODY
WITH ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT.” 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, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and
the following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder;
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whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted , signed by the
mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
PURCHASE
TORO MOWER
Item 10.3
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 10.3, Resolution authorizing the
purchase of equipment and appropriation of funds in the amount of $13,867.99 for
the purchase of a 2020 Toro 6000 series mower, model 72947 with ancillary
equipment from Minnesota Equipment, Inc.
Mr. Bernie Weber, director of public works, recommended the purchase of a Toro
6000 series mower to replace a five-year old Toro mower. He stated the cost of the
mower and ancillary equipment is $13,867.99 through the state cooperative
purchasing agreement. The mower is used to maintain the city’s parks and public
property. It is recommended to auction the 2015 mower. He stated the equipment
replacement fund has $14,788 dedicated for the purchase.
RESOLUTION 2020-41
Item 10.3
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 $13,867.99 FOR THE
PURCHASE OF A 2020 TORO 6000 SERIES MOWER, MODEL 72947 WITH
ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT FROM MINNESOTA EQUIPMENT, INC.” 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, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and the following voted aga inst the
same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Item 10.4
Mayor Hemken introduced for discussion Item 10.4, Resolution declaring a local
emergency due to COVID-19 health Pandemic.
Mr. Kirk McDonald, city manager, recommended the Council adopt the resolution
to enable the city to take necessary steps and to receive any financial assistance or
reimbursements for potential lost revenue.
Mr. McDonald stated Council Member London had inquired of the estimate of
revenue losses. He stated the estimate is $400,000 for golf course and ice arena
facilities based on March through July.
RESOLUTION 2020-42
Item 10.4
Council Member Frazier introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: “RESOLUTION DECLARING A LOCAL EMERGENCY DUE TO
COVID-19 HEALTH PANDEMIC.” 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, Frazier, Hoffe, London; and
the following voted against the same: None; Abstained: None; Absent: Elder;
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.
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Mayor Hemken reported on upcoming events.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Frazier, seconded by Council Member
Hoffe, to adjourn the meeting, as there was no further business to come befor e
the Council. All present voted in favor. Motion carried. The New Hope City
Council adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie Leone, City Clerk