City Council
Regular MeetingHopkins, MN · January 18, 2022
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HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 18, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was
held on by virtual means pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D. 021 in response to the
COVID- 19 emergency on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 7: 00 p. m.
Mayor Pro Tempore Hunke called the meeting to order and conducted roll call of City
Council participating in the meeting. Council Members Balan, Beck and Garrido attending.
Mayor Hanlon was Others attending included
absent.
City Manager Mornson, Public
Works Director Stanley, Director of Planning and Development Elverum, Assistant City
Manager Lenz and Management Analyst Imihy Bean.
Mayor Hanlon provided information on the meeting format and other opening remarks.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Balan. Second by Beck.
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hunke
Nays: None. Absent: Hanlon. Motion carried.
PRESENTATION
111. 1. Update on Organics Educational Opportunities; Yang
GreenCorps Member Yang provided an update the curbside organics program and
information on educational session. Brief discussion was held about the contract changes
with Republic Services.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Balan. Second by Beck.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the January 4, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the January 6, 2022 City Council Retreat Proceedings
3. Minutes of the January 7, 2022 City Council and Staff Retreat Proceedings
4. Minutes of the January 11, 2022 City Council Special Meeting Proceedings
5. Approval of the Pay Equity Implementation Report; Lenz
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hunke
Nays: None. Absent: Hanlon. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Pro Tempore Hunke read a public comment submitted by Austin Hatch, 22 14th
Avenue North, expressing that he does not support the mask mandate.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Pro Tempore provided the upcoming meeting schedule.
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JANUARY 18, 2022
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Beck. Second by Balan.
Motion to adjourn.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hunke
Nays: None. Absent: Hanlon. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7: 19 p. m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
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Agenda
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
7:00 pm
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
UNTIL THE START OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ADOPT AGENDA
III. PRESENTATIONS
1. Update on Organics Educational Opportunities; Yang
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Minutes of the January 4, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the January 6, 2022 City Council Retreat Proceedings
3. Minutes of the January 7, 2022 City Council and Staff Retreat Proceedings
4. Minutes of the January 11, 2022 City Council Special Meeting Proceedings
5. Approval of the Pay Equity Implementation Report; Lenz
V. PUBLIC HEARING
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next City Council Regular Meeting: Monday, January 31 at 7 p.m.
X. ADJOURN
DUE TO THE COVID-19 HEALTH PANDEMIC, THE CITY COUNCIL’S REGULAR MEETING PLACE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO
THE PUBLIC. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WHO DESIRE TO VIEW THE MEETING REMOTELY OR GIVE INPUT OR
TESTIMONY DURING THE MEETING CAN FIND INSTRUCTIONS AT www.hopkinsmn.com/virtualmeetings OR BY CALLING
CITY HALL AT 952-548-6302 (DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS 8 AM TO 4:30 PM.)
Administration
CITY OF HOPKINS
Memorandum
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
Mike Mornson, City Manager
From: Pazey Yang, GreenCorps Member
Date: January 18, 2022
Subject: Update on Organics Educational Opportunities
_____________________________________________________________________
PURPOSE
The purpose is to update the Council on how the curbside organics program is being
received in Hopkins. This will include information on the educational sessions that have
and continue to be offered at the Hopkins Activity Center, an upcoming webinar
opportunity, and the start of the Organics Bingo Challenge to encourage behavior
change among residents.
INFORMATION
In 2021, the City of Hopkins was awarded the placement of a Minnesota GreenCorps
Member, Pazey Yang who will serve a 12-month term of service with the City focused
on community readiness and behavior change and air pollution reduction at no cost to
the City. As part of her term of service, Ms. Yang has assisted Public Works staff on
community readiness during the roll of out the curbside organics collection
At the January 18 meeting, Staff will provide a brief overview of the training sessions the
City is offering to ensure that residents have all the information they need to make
curbside recycling easy and efficient.
Staff will also present on the Organics Bingo Challenge which began January 10th. The
challenge is geared to educate participants on how to reduce waste, learn how to
manage organics and to help ease the transition into the new program. An update on
the number of residents signed up for the program and a brief mention of how the first
week of having organics recycling in the City will also be provided.
FUTURE ACTION
There is no future action at this time.
Organics Recycling
BINGO
1 2 3 4 5
Visit the
Take your organics
City of Hopkins
Take the Read the Hennepin to the curb for Share a meal
Organics Recycling
Organics Recycling County Organics pick-up OR bring with a friend or
webpage and
survey Recycling Guide them to the neighbor
review accepted/
drop-off site
unaccepted items
6 7 8 9 10
Learn strategies Recycle your
Take a photo of Purchase BPI
to reduce odor for Meal-prep for toilet paper
your countertop recycling bags and
countertop the week roll and paper
organics bin visit the BPI website
organics bins towel tubes
11 12 13 14
Sign-Up for
Have a Organics + Make a grocery
conversation Have a ZERO Make broth out
Free Space list before
about organics waste day of veggie scraps
shopping
recycling
15 16 17 18 19
Share ideas Encourage
with a friend, Recycle a a Hopkins resident
Eat a lunch or Donate food to
family member or pizza box or paper outside your
dinner using ICA or your local
neighbor on how egg carton household to
leftovers food shelf
to reduce organic take the Organics
waste Recycling Survey
20 21 22 23 24
Use paper bags
Set-up an Make a meal using
Pack a lunch for Utilize your or reusable bags
EAT FIRST bin up ingredients
work 3+ times freezer on your next
in your fridge in your fridge
shopping trip
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 4, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was
held on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1010
1st Street South.
Mayor Hanlon called the meeting to order with Council Members Balan, Beck, Garrido
and Hunke attending. Others attending included City Manager Mornson, City Clerk
Domeier, Assistant City Manager Lenz, City Attorney Riggs, Director of Planning and
Development Elverum, Finance Director Bishop, City Engineer Klingbeil, Director of
Public Works Stanley, Police Chief Johnson, Recreation Director O’Dea and Fire Chief
Specken.
City Clerk Domeier issued the Oath of Office to Mayor Patrick Hanlon and Council
Members Balan and Garrido.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Beck. Second by Balan.
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATION
III.1. 2021 Hopkins Community Image Awards; Elverum
The City Council recognized three properties for their contribution toward the community’s
positive image.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Hunke. Second by Balan.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the December 21, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting Proceedings
2. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tempore for 2022; Domeier
3. Designation of the Official Newspaper for 2022; Domeier
4. Designation of Official Depositories for 2022; Bishop
5. Authorize Out-of-State Travel; Domeier
6. Ratify Checks Issued in December 2021; Bishop
7. Resolution Amending Fees in Appendix A of the Hopkins City Code; Imihy
Bean
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 4, 2022
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Hanlon provided incoming remarks. On behalf of the City staff City Manager
Mornson welcomed the new City Council members. He also provided the upcoming
meeting schedule.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by
Balan, second by Garrido, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
_____________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL RETREAT PROCEEDINGS
THURSDAY, JANUARY 6
ATTENDANCE
Present for the Hopkins City Council Retreat 2022 were the following: Mayor Hanlon,
Council Members Balan, Beck, Garrido and Hunke, City Manager Mornson, City Attorney
Riggs and Chad Weinstein with Ethical Leaders in Action, LLC.
Welcome, Agenda Review
Mayor Hanlon welcomed the team to the retreat. City Manager Mornson provided
information on the proposed agenda.
Kickoff/Team Activity: “Heroes and Guides”
Facilitator Chad Weinstein asked participants to reflect and share stories of individuals
who have been influential in their development as leaders and public servants. Objectives
included growing interpersonal familiarity and some lessons on learning from mentors
and heroes as leaders.
Discussion: Shared Vision for an Effective Council
Participants discussed how shared norms lead to effective collaboration and begin to
frame norms for intra-council interaction.
Rules and Roles of Elected Officials
City Attorney Scott Riggs shared information about key laws, regulations, and standards
governing the work of City Councils. Mr. Riggs also discussed masking mandates and
calling for a special meeting.
Wrap-up
Facilitator Chad Weinstein shared closing thoughts on the retreat activities. He also
summarized the Agenda for the Friday session.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AND STAFF RETREAT PROCEEDINGS
FRIDAY, JANUARY 7
ATTENDANCE
Present for the Hopkins City Council and Staff Retreat 2022 were the following: Mayor
Hanlon, Council Members Balan, Beck, Garrido and Hunke, City Manager Mornson,
Assistant City Manager Lenz, Finance Director Bishop, Public Works Director Stanley,
Police Chief Johnson, Fire Chief Specken, Planning and Development Director Elverum,
Recreation Director O’Dea, City Clerk Domeier and Chad Weinstein with Ethical Leaders
in Action, LLC.
Welcome
Mayor Hanlon welcomed the team to the retreat. City Manager Mornson provided
information on the proposed agenda. City Manager Mornson suggested adding the State
of the City Event to the Parking Lot.
Opening Exercise: “Living Graphs.”
Facilitator Chad Weinstein directed participants to move about an in an open area forming
“graphs” that depict the areas of commonality and difference among council and staff.
Understanding our Strengths
Assistant City Manager Ari Lenz shared the findings from the StrengthsFinder instrument
taken by City leaders and discuss implications of these findings for teamwork and
collaboration.
Development Update and Discussion
Planning and Economic Development Director Kersten Elverum shared information on
development opportunities in 2022-2025 looking for questions and general direction on
key issues. Top Issues included: tax-base growth; preservation of NOAH; maintaining
historic context of Mainstreet; creation of affordable commercial space/housing; equity
and opportunities for BIPOC community; and climate change impacts/heat island effects.
Mainstreet Development: The City Council supported maintaining a grocery store on
Mainstreet. Discussion ensued about the significant market pressure in the core for
redevelopment.
The Artery: Discussion included planning, preparation, teamwork, awards and future
opportunities with the SWLRT. Staff talked about the project requiring patience by elected
officials once the vision was established. Investment in biking was also discussed as
Hopkins has become a destination with the bike trails. Additional discussion ensued
regarding the cost benefit for community art initiatives. Staff shared the costs and funding
for the various art programs. The Think Hopkins campaign was also discussed regarding
past success and moving forward on how to make it better.
Parking Lot: Think Hopkins Marketing
43 Hoops site: The site is currently owned by Hennepin County Regional Rail Authority.
Staff commented that Hennepin County is waiting for the perfect project that would be
done in coordination with the city.
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 7
Blake Station Area: Discussion was held about the use of TIF funds and City
communication strategies when public funds are used. Staff shared the legal obligations
and liability for when businesses are relocated. Discussion on the Trilogy project was
held related to the land owner, tenant rights, non-compete agreements and the month to
month leases that all played a factor in the outcome for business owners.
Value statement: When a TIF District is created the City becomes a stakeholder. Be
attentive to all stakeholders in developing terms for the TIF District to ensure fairness.
907 Mainstreet (Albert Pike Lodge): Discussion was held about the significant funds
needed for the potential Hopkins History. Funding options and conditions of the
agreement were discussed. City Manager Mornson suggested this topic be added to the
Parking Lot and discussed at a future work session.
Parking Lot: City-Owned Property in Downtown (907 Mainstreet)
501 Mainstreet, 525 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North: The property owner has asked
for City participation potentially in the form of TIF for redevelopment. Staff shared the
redevelopment concept noting the zoning code issues. Concerns were shared about
public funding for the project, selling the property for less that its market value and density.
There was not a lot of support for TIF or the density with the proposed project.
Lot 800: Staff shared recent discussion for potential opportunities on the public parking
space which is currently tax-exempt. Discussion was held about the proposed
opportunities as well as creating an RFP to find the best fit for the parcel while achieving
a public benefit. Staff will develop the RFP framework for Council review and discussion.
Theater Site: Staff shared the development proposal which now includes more density
than the previous proposal. Parking is still an issue and a request has been made to use
the public ramp. The projected would likely require a PUD and a City subsidy. Discussion
about the parking implications, zoning, building façade and subsidies was held. In
general, Council did not support using public parking, proposed facade or providing a
subsidy.
Shady Oak Station Area: Staff proposed meeting with Minnetonka City Council and craft
discussions going forward. Safety concerns and concerns in general were shared with
the amount of parking proposed. Council supported development pads and developers
having dedicated parking at the site.
Staff shared their top issues as beginning of presentation and asked Council for their top
issues. Responses included: completing the zoning code; tax base growth; reaching out
to the Somali community; and Hopkins becoming a destination city.
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Finance Update and Discussion
Finance Director Nick Bishop summarized key points related to the City’s Budget, the
planned 2023 Budget Preparation Schedule and Financial Projection. He also explained
the additional tax dollars available after the TIF Districts are decertified.
Discussion was centered around the long term plans for paying off debt. Concerns were
shared about the constant tax rate increases since 2015 noting that the City has been
more responsive as of late to the increases. Council discussed cost recovery on services
and comparing the taxes per capita compared to peer cities. It was noted that as long as
street reconstruction projects occur that bonding and debt will occur. The street
reconstruction plan is set to wrap up in 2030.
Strategic Vision and Priorities Exercise
City Manager Mornson presented previous strategic priorities and progress toward them.
He added that there is goals base but need new priorities for 2022. Goals discussion
included the following:
Business Dev Support/Promote Hopkins
Zoning Code
Think Hopkins Launch/new website
Invest in marketing strategy
Asset: small commercial spaces available
Climate Related
Action Plan
Emergency Declaration
Sustainability
Electric Scooters
Multimodal transportations
Parking Lot: Work Session on Sustainability initiatives including a Climate Action Plan
True Inclusion:
Message to “Hard to Reach”
Need real “hows”
Build community – relationships
Respect wishes
Listen
Provide food
Inform renters not just property owners
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Affordability
Increase housing
Strategies for offering full range of housing
Tax management
Debt management
Parking Lot: Work Session Affordable Housing targets
Public Safety
Crime – Metro wide issues
Engage with prosecutors
Regional approaches
Staff and resource
Demand for services
Increased population and changing demographics
Parking Lot: Reduce art center debt and budget as necessary
Parking Lot: Debt Payoff Discussion
The Council consensus was to delay holding the Taste of Hopkins/State of the City event.
Takeaway from Retreat that is valuable for you as a guide for the City
Staff and Council shared their takeaways from the discussion. All found the retreat to be
valuable in relationship building and setting framework for discussions in 2022.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING PROCEEDINGS
JANUARY 11, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a special meeting of the Hopkins City Council was
held on Tuesday, January 1, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1010
1st Street South.
Mayor Hanlon called the meeting to order with Council Members Balan, Beck, Garrido
and Hunke attending. Others attending included City Manager Mornson, City Clerk
Domeier, Assistant City Manager Lenz, City Attorney Riggs, Management Analyst Imihy
Bean and Finance Director Bishop.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Balan. Second by Hunke.
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
II.1. Consideration of Potential Protective Measures related to COVID-19; Lenz
Assistant City Manager Lenz provided potential protective measures outlined in Council
Report 2022-007. City Council requested to review options related to COVID-19,
specifically facial masking requirements. Mayor Hanlon invited Dr. Michael Oakes,
Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Minnesota to provide the current state of
COVID-19.
Council Member Beck questioned the impact on children in comparison to the MDH data.
Mr. Oakes stated COVID-19 has typically affected the older population and the immune
compromised but children test positive with fewer symptoms. He added that bad
outcomes are rare in children. Mr. Beck also questioned the data related to vaccines and
if a mask will control the current death rates. Mr. Oakes stated that the vaccines work by
keeping people from being very sick. Adding a mask will mitigate the number of cases
but he could not project the impact. Mr. Beck questioned how the proposed mask
mandate could be measured in Hopkins. Mr. Oakes was not sure of the impact but to
watch the hospital and clinic numbers. Discussion ensued regarding compliance and the
use of masks.
Council Member Balan questioned the current hospital system and capacity to manage if
the cases keep increasing. Mr. Oakes stated the hospital and clinic systems workers are
tapped, low on labor and overwhelmed. Brief discussion was held about the use of masks
since 2020. Mr. Balan questioned when to end a mask mandate. Mr. Oakes suggested
ending the mask mandate if imposed when the Omicron variant surge ends. Discussion
ensued regarding vaccination for adults and children. Mr. Beck also questioned the CDC
guidelines for quarantine. Mr. Oakes agreed with the CDC’s recommendation for a 5-day
quarantine.
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Council Member Garrido questioned the transmission rate with the masking. Mr. Oakes
stated that most everyone will get COVID-19 but masking will help reduce the stress on
hospital and clinical staff.
Council Member Hunke questioned data related to schools requiring a mask having less
cases. Mr. Oakes stated that the mask mandate in schools tends to slow the transmission.
Mayor Hanlon talked about the effective date of the vaccination and how long it remains
effective. Mr. Oakes replied that some people will respond quickly to the vaccine with
others slowly responding.
Cat Downs, Exulted Ruler with the Hopkins Elks Lodge (30 8th Avenue South) stated their
board opposes a mask mandate. She added that the Hopkins American Legion Post 320
also opposes a mask mandate.
Jeff Gullickson with Hopkins Chiropractic (17 10th Avenue South) opposed the mask
mandate.
James Warden, 620 10th Avenue South, supported a mask mandate.
Amy Saldana with Kiddywampus (405 12th Avenue North) supported a mask mandate.
William Anderson, 102 Wayside Road West generally opposed a mask mandate.
Mayor Hanlon stated he reached out to local businesses commenting that some support
and oppose the mask mandate. Staff and Council received around 30 emails in favor of
a mask mandate.
Council Members deliberated on the options: Garrido, Hunke and Hanlon supported
Option 1; Council Member Balan weighed out Options 1 and 3 with concerns about the
enforcement of a mask mandate; and Beck did not support any Options presented.
Council Member Balan suggested striking out the option for police enforcement in Option
1. Ms. Lenz shared the City Attorney’s recommendation to leave the provision in the
Ordinance. She stated that there needs to be a mechanism in place to enforce the
conditions.
Council Member Balan asked for a 10-minute recess.
Motion by Balan. Second by Hunke.
Motion for a 10-miniute recess.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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Assistant City Manager Lenz questioned if any amendments were proposed with the
Ordinances. It was suggested that the City Council make a motion on an Option to start
the review of an Ordinance.
Motion by Hunke. Second by Garrido.
Motion to consider Emergency Ordinance 2022-1178 which is Option 1.
Ayes: Balan, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: Beck. Motion carried.
Mayor Hanlon questioned if there were any revisions proposed to Ordinance 2022-1178
for Option 1.
Council Member Hunke shared concerns about the end date. The general consensus
was to make the Ordinance effective on Friday, January 14 at 12:01 a.m. and to end it on
February 13.
Motion by Garrido. Second by Hunke.
Motion to adopt Emergency Ordinance 2022-1178. An Emergency Ordinance
relating to Face Covering Requirements within specified indoor spaces within the
City of Hopkins, Minnesota as amended.
Ayes: Balan, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: Beck. Motion carried.
Ms. Lenz shared that communication plans for businesses and residents including the
use of social media, Next Door, email blasts, press releases, and posts to our website.
Discussion ensued regrading virtual meetings going forward. The general consensus
was to be consistent in messaging. Virtual meetings will be held for Council and all
advisory commissions and boards through February 13.
II.2. American Rescue Plan Act Overview; Bishop
Finance Director Bishop provided an overview of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA),
the City’s allocation and proposed timeline for adopting a Spending Plan.
Discussion was held about the use of funds for water and sewer infrastructure projects,
vaccination of City employees, administrative capacity, ongoing funding for new projects,
Hopkins Center for the Arts debt, impacts on tax burden and the next steps for moving
forward with the plan.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Hanlon provided the upcoming meeting schedule. City Manager Mornson stated
that the State of the City event is postponed. He also shared information on a recent water
main break in south Hopkins.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by
Balan, second by Hunke, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 8:59 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
_____________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
January 18, 2022 Report 2022-005
APPROVAL OF THE PAY EQUITY IMPLEMENTATION REPORT
Proposed Action.
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move that the Hopkins City Council approve the
attached Pay Equity Implementation Report.
Adoption of this motion will allow the City to submit its Pay Equity Implementation Report as required
by state law.
Overview.
In 1984 the Minnesota Legislature passed a "Comparable Worth" or Pay Equity law. The purpose of
this law was to reduce the perceived wage disparity between government jobs held largely by males and
those predominantly held by females. Each local government jurisdiction must periodically submit a
Pay Equity Implementation Report, as provided by Minnesota Statutes, section 471.9981, to determine
whether it is in compliance with the law. The City of Hopkins is required to submit a report to the
Department of Employee Relations (DOER) by January 31, 2022. This report must be based upon the
employees hired and salaries paid as of December 31, 2021.
Attached is a copy of the Compliance report that the City must send to DOER.
Primary Issues to Consider.
Is the City in compliance with the comparable worth law?
Has the City submitted reports to DOER in the past?
Supporting Information.
Pay Equity Compliance Report
_____________________________
Ari Lenz
Assistant City Manager
Council Report 2022-005
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Analysis of the Issues:
Is the City in compliance with the comparable worth law?
The City has entered data into the computer program that DOER uses to determine compliance with the
law. Based upon this program, the City should be found in compliance with the law. The program
compares salary data to determine if female classes are paid consistently below male classes of
comparable work value (job points). (There are also balanced classes which contain both males and
females. These classes are not used to determine compliance.)
There are two tests to determine whether a City is in compliance, the Underpayment Ratio and the T-
Test Results. The minimum requirement to pass the statistical analysis test is an underpayment ratio of
80%. The underpayment ratio is calculated by dividing the percentage of male classes below predicted
pay by the percentage of female classes below predicted pay. The City's Underpayment Ratio of 91.0%
is above 80%.
If the underpayment ratio is less than 80%, a jurisdiction may still pass the statistical analysis test if the
t-test results are not statistically significant. The t-test is a statistical measure of how significant is the
difference between two numbers. The City's value of T, -4.421, means that the difference in predicted
pay between male and female classes is not statistically significant. This is a major improvement from
our ratings in 2016 where although our underpayment ratio was in compliance at 81.48% our T-value
was 5.594, which was statistically significant. This is due to the implementation of the class and
compensation study results.
Two other tests are mentioned on the compliance report. The Salary Range Test examines how long it
takes male classes and female classes to get to the maximum salary. As you can see there is no
difference. The last test is the Exceptional Service Pay Test which examines additional pay such as
longevity. Although only two unions receive longevity (police officers and sergeants), several other
positions as the result of implementing the new pay system are over their maximums. Those classes are
categorized as female and have aided our Exceptional Service Pay Test results. Many of these classes
are temporary and will be removed through attrition.
Has the City submitted reports to DOER in the past?
The City last submitted a report in 2019. It was found to be in compliance with the law at that time.
Alternatives:
The City has no alternative at this time except to submit the report. There are fines up to $100 per day
for non-compliance, this approval is necessary for submission by the January 31, 2022 deadline.
Compliance Report
Jurisdiction: Hopkins Report Year: 2022
1010 - 1st Street South Case: 1 - 2021 Data (Private (Jur
Only))
Hopkins, MN 55343
Contact: Ari Lenz Phone: (952) 548-6303 E-Mail: HR@hopkinsmn.com
The statistical analysis, salary range and exceptional service pay test results are shown below. Part I is general information
from your pay equity report data. Parts II, III and IV give you the test results.
For more detail on each test, refer to the Guide to Pay Equity Compliance and Computer Reports.
I. GENERAL JOB CLASS INFORMATION
Male Classes Female Classes Balanced Classes All Job Classes
# Job Classes 31 15 3 49
# Employees 65 28 27 120
Avg. Max Monthly Pay per employee 7272.29 6902.33 7338.08
II. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS TEST
A. Underpayment Ratio = 241.9355 *
Male Classes Female Classes
a. # At or above Predicted Pay 21 13
b. # Below Predicted Pay 10 2
c. TOTAL 31 15
d. % Below Predicted Pay (b divided by c = d) 32.26 13.33
*(Result is % of male classes below predicted pay divided by % of female classes below predicted pay.)
B. T-test Results
Degrees of Freedom (DF) = 91 Value of T = -4.421
a. Avg. diff. in pay from predicted pay for male jobs = -15
b. Avg. diff. in pay from predicted pay for female jobs = 124
III. SALARY RANGE TEST = 100.00 (Result is A divided by B)
A. Avg. # of years to max salary for male jobs = 13.00
B. Avg. # of years to max salary for female jobs = 13.00
IV. EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE PAY TEST = 0.00 (Result is B divided by A)
A. % of male classes receiving ESP = 3.23 *
B. % of female classes receiving ESP = 6.67
*(If 20% or less, test result will be 0.00)
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