City Council
Regular MeetingHopkins, MN · August 16, 2022
Agenda
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
6:30 pm
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
UNTIL THE START OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Schedule HRA Special Meeting, 6:30 p.m. – City Council Meeting immediately following meeting
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ADOPT AGENDA
III. PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition of students from Boryspil, Ukraine; Hanlon
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Minutes of the August 1, 2022 City Council Meeting Proceedings
2. Minutes of the August 8, 2022 City Council Work Session Proceedings
3. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Team Tucker Association; Domeier
4. Second Reading of Ordinance 2022-1181; Imihy Bean
5. Second Reading of Ordinance 2022-1182; Lenz
6. Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Planning & Zoning Commission Bylaws; Krzos
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Second Reading: Hopkins Apartments Rezoning; Krzos
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Next City Council Regular Meeting: Tuesday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m.
• Next City Council Work Session: Tuesday, September 13 at 6:30 p.m.
X. ADJOURN
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
AUGUST 1, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was
held on Monday, August 1, 2022 at 6:32 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, Assistant City
Manager Lenz, City Clerk Domeier, Management Analyst Imihy Bean, Director of
Planning and Development Elverum, Community Development Coordinator Youngquist,
City Planner Krzos and City Attorney Riggs.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Garrido. Second by Balan.
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Balan. Second by Hunke.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Minutes of the July 19, 2022 City Council Meeting Proceedings
2. Approval of Temporary Liquor License for Hopkins Elks Lodge #2221; Domeier
3. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for St. Gabriel the Archangel
Catholic Church; Domeier
4. Extension of On-Sale Liquor License for LTD Brewing LLC DBA LTD Brewing
Co.; Domeier
5. Ratify Checks Issued in July 2022; Bishop
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
VII.1. Site Plan Review for Renovation of 1301 Cambridge Street Cambridge
Towers; Krzos
City Planner Krzos summarized City Council Report 2022-070. Link Wilson of Kaas
Wilson Architects (on behalf of Hopkins Apartments LLC) request site plan approval to
allow renovation of the property located at 1301 Cambridge Street.
Motion by Beck. Second by Balan.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2022-049 approving the Site Plan application from
Hopkins Apartments LLC to rehabilitate the property located at 1301 Cambridge
Street (PID 19-21-11-0126), subject to conditions.
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Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VII.2. Hopkins Apartments Rezoning, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review;
Krzos
City Planner Krzos summarized City Council Report 2022-071. Brian Bochman with
Enclave Companies, requested rezoning, conditional use permit and site plan approvals
for the Hopkins Apartments development. Director of Planning and Development Director
Elverum summarized the affordability definitions and components of the project. She also
addressed sustainability issues previously raised noting that developer is requesting
$40,000 for rooftop solar panels.
Mr. Bochman addressed concerns raised and the Planning and Zoning Commission
meeting regarding sustainability. He added that Enclave understands the value of the
movie theater and is working with the Hopkins Center for the Arts to keep movies an
option in Downtown Hopkins.
Lori LaGrange, 145 10th Avenue North, spoke in opposition of the project.
Wendy Goetz, 343 Van Buren Avenue North, spoke in opposition of the project.
Cindy Vlasack, 4810 Caribou Drive, Minnetonka, spoke in opposition of the project.
Luke Slindee, 130 8th Avenue North, spoke in favor of the project.
Jim Sapienza, 133 11th Avenue, spoke in opposition of the project.
Matthew Miller, 202 5th Avenue North, spoke to the Hopkins group looking to provide
movie alternatives in Hopkins. The group is looking for opportunities to partner.
Nickie Johnson, 1117 Trailwood South, spoke in opposition of the project.
Jim Shirley, 32 11th Avenue South, spoke in opposition of the project.
Michon Ross, 7th Avenue South, spoke in opposition of the pride flags.
Rick Brausen, 345 13th Avenue North, spoke in favor of the project.
Gene Schneider, resident of Citigables, spoke to security and privacy issues of the project
requesting more information.
Discussion was held about the public comment provided by email and previous meetings.
Council requested the comments be included at an upcoming meeting.
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Mr. Bochman spoke to the security and privacy areas. The walking path provided on site
will be large enough for emergency vehicles. The path will be lit and landscaped. Mr.
Bochman also provided information on the potential to incorporate art into the project,
the co-working spaces will be provided within the building and other apartment amenities
similar to other apartments on Mainstreet. He also provided art ideas and potential
updates to current businesses that are already part of the project.
Brief discussion was held about the emergency service vehicles being able to access the
walkway. Mr. Krzos explained the fire departments recommendation noting the space
was adequate for the fire needs. Mayor Hanlon requested more information on affordable
housing and the AMI for the next meeting. Council Member Hunke questioned why the
new zoning code was not applied to this project understanding there has been a transition.
Mr. Bochman spoke to the façade requirements and the first floor units. Ms. Elverum did
a review from the old code and against the new code and they worked together for the
best option. Staff will provide an analysis on the issue.
Council Member Hunke wants the conditions to include the public art commitment.
Council Member Balan supported having a new building full of customers to supporting
local businesses. He spoke to market rate units and affordable units.
Council Member Beck spoke to expanding Mainstreet to the west and property owner
rights. He shared the opportunity benefits to Mainstreet versus leaving the site vacant.
Mayor Hanlon shared that the City tried to maintain a theater but also wants to maintain
the existing Mainstreet. Mayor Hanlon wanted to see options in affordable housing and
supported the sustainability initiatives.
Council Member Garrido concurred with Council thoughts. She was hopeful for a youth
entertainment opportunities.
Council Member Balan did not support going above the $1.25 million in financial
assistance. Council Member Hunke appreciated how the developer collaborated with the
City to bring this project to fruition. He spoke to changes made to the parking and first
floor facades. He shared concerns about the additional financial ask to have the
affordable housing units but supported sustainability initiatives.
Motion by Balan. Second by Garrido.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2022-050 approving the first reading of Ordinance
2022-1183 rezoning the subject property (PID 24-117-22-34-0249) from B-2,
Central Business District to B-2, Central Business District with a Planned Unit
Development (PUD), subject to conditions.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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Motion by Beck. Second by Hunke.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2022-051 approving a conditional use permit allowing
a residential use in the B-2, Central Business District on the subject property (PID
24-117-22-34-0249), subject to conditions.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Hunke. Second by Garrido.
Motion to adopt Resolution 2022-052 approving the site plan for the Hopkins
Apartments Mixed Use Building on the subject property (PID 24-117-22-34-0249),
subject to conditions.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VII.3. First Reading: Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 of the Hopkins City Code
Regarding Animals; Imihy Bean
Management Analyst Imihy Bean summarized City Council Report 2022-073. Staff has
drafted an ordinance that would allow backyard chickens for institutional buildings,
change the maximum number of chickens to four universally, simplify the coop setback
and size requirements, and change the length of licenses
Council Member Beck questioned the golf course zoning. He proposed adding the golf
course zoning designation to the next ordinance reading. Ms. Imihy Bean stated that in
the new code a golf course would qualify to have chickens.
Motion by Beck. Second by Balan.
Motion to Adopt for First Reading, Ordinance 2022-1181, Amending Chapter 6 of
the Hopkins City Code Regarding Animals.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
VII.4. First Reading: Ordinance Extending the Term of the Franchise held by
Comcast of Minnesota, Inc.; Lenz
City Manager Mornson summarized City Council Report 2022-067. The Southwest Cable
Commission is in the process of negotiating a renewal with Comcast for our franchise
agreement. The existing franchise agreement expired on August 1, 2022. Until a new
agreement is finalized, Staff recommends extending the existing franchise agreement.
Motion by Hunke. Second by Garrido.
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Motion to Approve First Reading of Ordinance 2022-1182 extending the Term of
the Franchise Held by Comcast of Minnesota, Inc.
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Hanlon provided the upcoming meeting schedule.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by
Hunke, second by Balan, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
_____________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
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WORK SESSION PROCEEDINGS
AUGUST 8, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was
held on Monday, August 8, 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, Assistant City
Manager Lenz, City Clerk Domeier, Management Analyst Imihy Bean, Director of
Planning and Development Elverum, Public Works Director Stanley and Finance Director
Bishop.
Regulation of THC Products; Domeier
City Clerk Domeier solicited feedback and direction on how to proceed with possible THC
regulations. The City Council supported having a licensing structure in place to have
some control over the sale of THC in Hopkins.
Discussion around regulation included:
No transient merchant sales
Sales only from establishments
Conduct background checks
Potentially limit the number of locations that sell
Restrict near schools
18 to sell products
No vending machine sales
No delivery sales
No self-service displays
Requirements same as tobacco for the 25% of floor place (no stand-alone)
Reasonable fee structure
Staff will use the discussion items to craft an ordinance. Council preferred to regulate use
types and not have to amend the zoning code if possible. City Clerk Domeier anticipated
further review this fall.
2023 – 2027 Capital Improvement & Equipment Replacement Plans; Bishop
Finance Director Bishop presented the 2023 to 2027 Capital Improvement and Equipment
Replacement Plans.
CIP: Brief discussion was held about the Burnes Park debt service amount. Mr. Bishop
explained that franchise fee funds could be used towards the debt service amount but not
the park dedicate fees. Council Member Beck suggested reducing the Burnes Park debt
service amount.
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ERP: Brief discussion was held about emerald ash borer and adding funds for forestry.
Mr. Stanley stated that the forestry equipment is used daily. He would need to follow-up
on the tree replacement plans.
Council Member Balan questioned the remaining ARPA funds. City Manager Mornson
stated the remaining funds were set aside for inflation or a potential budget reduction.
City Manager Performance Review
Motion by Balan. Second by Hunke.
Motion to Close the meeting for the purpose of conducting a performance
evaluation of the City Manager Mike Mornson pursuant to MN Statute 13D.05
subd. 3(a).
Ayes: Balan, Beck, Garrido, Hanlon, Hunke
Nays: None. Motion carried.
The City Council met in closed session to conduct the performance evaluation of City
Manager Mornson. The City Council will summarize its conclusions at the August 16,
2022 regular meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council the meeting was
unanimously adjourned at 9 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
_____________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
August 16, 2022 Council Report 2022-076
Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Team Tucker Association
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Approve the Issuance of a Temporary On-
Sale Liquor License for Team Tucker Association.
Passage of this motion will result in the ability of the association to serve alcoholic beverages at
the Team Tucker All Star Party event on September 10.
Overview
Team Tucker Association has submitted an application for a temporary on-sale liquor license in
conjunction with the Team Tucker All Star Party. The event will take place at Matetzold
Field, 1215 1st Street North on September 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. The event includes an auction,
music, dancing, food and drinks.
The applicant is required to follow the regulations set forth Policy 5-D Special Events Policy. .
Temporary on-sale liquor licenses must be approved by the State of Minnesota, Alcohol &
Gambling Enforcement Division.
Primary Issues to Consider
The applicant meets the requirements set forth by State Statute to obtain temporary on-sale
liquor licenses.
As required by State Statute, the application must be approved by the City before submitting
to the State of Minnesota, Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division.
Supporting Documents
Complete application and certificate of insurance are available for review in the City Clerk’s
office.
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
Financial Impact: $_______ Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: ________________
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): ______________________________________
Notes: ______________________________________________________________
CITY OF HOPKINS
Memorandum
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: PeggySue Imihy Bean, Management Analyst
Copy: Mike Mornson, City Manager
Date: August 16, 2022
Subject: Second Reading of Ordinance 2022-1181
_____________________________________________________________________
Staff recommends that the Council approve the following motion: Move to adopt for
Secondirst Reading, Ordinance 2022-1181 Amending Chapter 6 of the Hopkins City
Code Regarding Animals.
No changes have been made to the ordinance since the August 1 first reading.
Attachment:
Ordinance 2022-1181
CITY OF HOPKINS
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-1181
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6 OF THE HOPKINS CITY CODE
REGARDING ANIMALS
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOPKINS
HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 6-30 of the Hopkins City Code is hereby amended to add the double-
underlined language and delete the stricken language as follows:
Sec. 6-30. Chicken licenses.
(a) Purpose. The purpose and intent of sections 6-30 through 6-32 is to permit the keeping of
chickens in certain residential areas zoning districts in a manner that is clean and sanitary
and unlikely to become a nuisance or otherwise become detrimental to the public health,
safety and welfare of the community. These sections are intended to only allow hens
pursuant to the requirements contained herein and the keeping or harboring of roosters and
other poultry is expressly prohibited.
(b) License required. No person may keep, harbor, maintain, care for, or control chickens in the
city without a license issued pursuant to this section. Chicken licenses may only be issued to
persons located in requesting to keep chickens in the city's R-1 zoning districts (R-1-A, R-1-
B, R-1-C, R-1-D, R-1-E) and Institutional District.
(c) Application for license. A person applying for a chicken license must supply the information
required on a city-provided license application, which shall include, but not necessarily be
limited to, the number of chickens to be kept, dimensions and materials of a chicken coop
and/or chicken run, a site plan showing the location of a proposed chicken coop and/or
chicken run in relation to other existing structures and lot lines, and a written plan for
keeping the premises clean and free of waste material, objectionable odors, and predators.
For non-homesteaded properties, written permission from the owner of the property must
also be submitted with any license application.
(d) License fee. A license fee may be established by the city and included in the city's fee
schedule, and said fee must be paid at the time of making application.
(e) License issuance; term. A license may be issued by the city if all requirements of the
Hopkins City Code are deemed satisfied and will remain satisfied upon the issuance of the
license under the circumstances proposed. A license shall be valid until the applicant moves.
for two years and a renewal application must be submitted by a licensee at least 30 days
prior to license expiration to ensure no lapse in licensure.
SECTION 2. Section 6-31 of the Hopkins City Code is hereby amended to add the double-
underlined language and delete the stricken language as follows:
Sec. 6-31. Proper confinement, care and maintenance of chickens.
(a) Chicken requirements. In addition to obtaining a license, all chicken owners within the city
shall adhere to the following requirements:
(1) Only hens may be may kept, harbored, maintained, cared for, or controlled in the city.
The keeping, harboring, maintaining, caring for, or controlling of roosters or any other
poultry is prohibited under all circumstances.
(2) The maximum number of chickens allowed shall comply with the information detailed
in the table below.
Maximum Number of Chickens Allowed in Residential Districts
District Number of Chickens Allowed
R-1-A & R-1-B Residential and Institutional 4 2 plus 1 additional chicken for every 4,356
square feet of lot area over 6,000 square feet
(maximum of 4).
R-1-C 3 plus 1 additional chicken for every 4,356
square feet of lot area over 12,000 square feet
(maximum of 4).
R-1-D & R-1-E 4
(3) Chickens must at all times remain confined on the premises and in a chicken coop
and/or chicken run located in the property's rear yard, as that term is defined in Hopkins
City Code, section 102-4.
(4) Chickens may not be located in any part of a dwelling, garage, or any other accessory
structure other than a chicken coop or chicken run, except that chickens under the age
of six weeks may be temporarily kept indoors for brooding purposes.
(5) Licensees must provide city staff with access to the premises at any time requested to
verify compliance with the city's chicken regulations or in response to any complaint of
a violation.
(6) The harvesting or butchering of chickens on the premises is prohibited.
(7) Selling chickens or chicken eggs on the premises is prohibited.
(8) No chickens may be kept or raised in a manner as to cause injury or annoyance to
persons or other animals on other properties in the vicinity of the premises, whether
due to noise, odor, filth, or otherwise.
(9) All grain and food stored for the use of the chickens shall be kept in rodent-proof and
leak-proof containers with tight-fitting covers.
(10) Chicken coops and chicken runs shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition,
and in good repair. Flies, rodents and objectionable odors shall be contained.
(11) Chicken coops and chicken runs shall be kept free of accumulated fecal matter and all
collected fecal material shall be bagged and properly disposed of at least once a week.
Stored fecal matter must be kept in a leak-proof container with a tight-fitting cover
until removal from the premises.
(12) Chicken feces, discarded chicken feed, and dead chickens shall not be composted.
(b) Chicken coop requirements. All chicken coops in the city shall adhere to the following
requirements:
(1) Must be constructed to adequately keep chickens in and predators out. A coop shall be
fully enclosed and wind proof with a well-ventilated roof to prevent escape by chickens
or entrance by migratory birds and rodents.
(2) Maximum size must comply with the information detailed in the table below and must
not exceed seven feet in total height.
Maximum Size of Chicken Coop
Maximum Number of Chickens Allowed Maximum Size
Two (2) Chickens Twelve (12) square feet
Three (3) Chickens Eighteen (18) square feet
Four (4) Chickens Twenty Four (24) square feet
(3) Be screened from view by a fence or landscaped buffer with a minimum height of four
feet. A fence shall require a separate permit consistent with the standards in section
102-13. Landscaping may consist of shrubs or trees but shall provide a minimum 50
percent opacity screen when planted.
(4) Provide adequate protection from the elements and be able to be winterized. Heaters
are strictly prohibited.
Chicken Coop Minimum Setback Requirements
District Setback from all property lines
R-1-A & R-1-B Residential and Institutional 10 Feet from a side (including corner lots) or
rear property line.
3 feet from a rear property line abutting an
alley.
R-1-C 15 Feet
R-1-D & R-1-E 20 Feet
(5) Be located in the rear yard of the premises and shall be setback at least five feet from
any on-site or adjacent residential structure or business and conform with the property
line setbacks detailed in the table below.
(6) May be made mobile, but must meet all requirements of this section at all times and
must be returned to their proper location while unattended or after sunset.
(c) Chicken run requirements. All chicken runs in the city shall adhere to the following
requirements:
(1) The maximum size must comply with the information detailed in the table below and
must not exceed seven feet in total height.
Maximum Size of Chicken Run
Maximum Number of Chickens Allowed Maximum Size
Two (2) Chickens Forty (40) square feet
Three (3) Chickens Sixty (60) square feet
Four (4) Chickens Eighty (80) square feet
(2) Must be enclosed with fencing, weather resistant/green treated wood and/or sealed with
a weather resistant product and/or woven wire materials, and may allow chickens to
contact the ground.
(3) Must have a protective overhead netting to keep the chickens separated from other
animals.
(4) A fence permit may be required pursuant to Hopkins City Code, section 102-13.
(5) Must be located in the rear yard of the premises and shall be setback at least five feet
from any on-site or adjacent residential structure or business and conform with the
property line detailed in the table below.
Chicken Run Minimum Setback Requirements
District Setback from all property lines
R-1-A & R-1-B Residential and Institutional 10 Feet from a side (including corner lots) or
rear property line.
3 feet from a rear property line abutting an
alley.
R-1-C 15 Feet
R-1-D & R-1-E 20 Feet
(6) May be made mobile, but must meet all requirements of this section at all times and
must be returned to their proper location while unattended or after sunset.
SECTION 3. In accordance with Section 3.03 of the City Charter and Minn. Stat. § 412.191,
subd. 4, due to the significant length of this Ordinance, City staff shall have the following
summary printed in the official City newspaper in lieu of the complete ordinance:
On August 16, 2022, the Hopkins City Council adopted Ordinance 2022-1181that amends
Chapter 6 of the Hopkins City Code. The purpose of amending the City Code is to allow for the
chickens in all residential and institutional districts including amendments to the setbacks and
license terms.
A printed copy of the ordinance is available for inspection during regular business hours at
Hopkins City Hall and is available online at the City's web site located at www.hopkinsmn.com.
SECTION 4. The effective date of this ordinance shall be the date of publication.
First Reading: August 1, 2022
Second Reading: August 16, 2022
Date of Publication: August 25, 2022
Date Ordinance Takes Effect: August 25, 2022
By: ________________________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
CITY OF HOPKINS
Memorandum
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Ari Lenz, Assistant City Manager
Copy: Mike Mornson, City Manager
Date: August 16, 2022
Subject: Second Reading of Ordinance 2022-1182
_____________________________________________________________________
Staff recommends that the Council approve the following motion: Move to adopt for
Second Reading of Ordinance 2022-1182 extending the Term of the Franchise Held by
Comcast of Minnesota, Inc.
No changes have been made to the ordinance since the August 1 first reading.
Attachment:
Ordinance 2022-1182
CITY OF HOPKINS
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-1182
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE FRANCHISE
HELD BY COMCAST OF MINNESOTA, INC.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOPKINS HEREBY ORDAINS AND
FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, on or about July 17, 2012, the City of Hopkins, Minnesota (“City”) granted
a cable television franchise pursuant to Ordinance No. 2012-1051 (“Franchise”) which is
currently held by Comcast of Minnesota, Inc. (“Comcast”); and
WHEREAS, the City and Comcast, pursuant to 47 U.S.C. §546(h), are currently
conducting informal franchise renewal negotiations in an attempt to reach mutually acceptable
terms for franchise renewal; and
WHEREAS, both the City and Comcast are interested in continuing informal renewal
negotiations and desire to extend the Franchise term from August 1, 2022, to January 31, 2023;
and
WHEREAS, the City and Comcast have determined that an extension of the Franchise
term is reasonable and in the best interest of the City, and its residents, to ensure uninterrupted
cable television services; and
WHEREAS, both the City and Comcast desire to expressly reserve all of their respective
rights under state and federal law; and
WHEREAS, the City and Comcast continue to be governed by the formal renewal
process pursuant to 47 U.S.C. §546(a-g) and nothing contained herein shall in anyway diminish
either party’s rights under the formal renewal process.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOPKINS,
MINNESOTA HEREBY ORDAINS:
1. The Franchise is hereby amended by extending the term of the Franchise from
August 1, 2022, through January 31, 2023.
2. Except as specifically modified hereby, the Franchise shall remain in full force
and effect.
3. This Ordinance shall become effective upon adoption by the City and acceptance
by Comcast.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopkins, Minnesota this 16th day of August
2022.
CITY OF HOPKINS, MINNESOTA
By:
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ACCEPTANCE
Comcast of Minnesota, Inc. hereby accepts this Ordinance and agrees to be bound by the
terms and conditions of the Franchise, as amended.
COMCAST OF MINNESOTA, INC.
By:
Its:
August 16, 2022 City Council Report 2022-074
Review and Update of Regulations Governing the Planning & Zoning Commission
Proposed Action: Staff recommends the following motion:
• Move to adopt Resolution 2022-054, approving an amendment to the City of Hopkins
Planning & Zoning Commission Bylaws.
Overview
This application was initiated by staff to update the regulations and Bylaws governing the
Planning & Zoning Commission. The Planning & Zoning Commission is regulated by The City
Charter, Section 325, of the City Code and the Bylaws. The proposed changes are predominantly
housekeeping items and ensure consistency among the three documents. The most significant
change revises the time limits for speakers during public hearings from 30 minutes to two
minutes. During the July 26, 2022 meeting, the Commission recommended that City Council
approve this item.
Primary Issues to Consider
• Background
• Alternatives
Supporting Documents
• Resolution 2022-054 Approving an Amendment to the City of Hopkins Planning & Zoning
Commission Bylaws
• Revised Planning & Zoning Commission Bylaws
_____________________
Ryan Krzos
City Planner
Financial Impact: $ N/A Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: _____________
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): _________________________________________
Notes:
City Council Report 2022-074
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Background
The formation, powers and duties of a planning commission are established in state law, the City
Charter and Section 2-68 of the City Code. Generally, the establishment and organization of a
planning commission is left to the local government, while the powers and duties are detailed in
state statute. The current Planning & Zoning Commission Bylaws were adopted on January 26,
1988 and were last updated in 2016 to address changes in State Statute that occurred up to that
time.
In May of 2021, Section 2-68 of the City Code was updated to allow for appointment of non-
voting student members to the Commission. However, the Commission Bylaws were not
modified to include this change. Accordingly, Staff prepared suggested revisions to the Bylaws to
reflect the updated City Code. The revised Bylaws document also proposed further revisions to
reflect the Commission’s current practices and operation. Specifically the making the following
changes:
• Removes the secretary officer position whose duties are now handled by staff;
• States that the term of Commissioners is a period of two years as reflected in Section 2-
68 of the City Code;
• Revises the time limits for speakers during public hearings from 30 minutes to two
minutes, unless otherwise arranged prior to the hearing, or by vote of the Commission.
The proposed amendments were discussed at the June 28, 2022 Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting. Following that discussion staff made minor revisions for clarity and
presented the final version at the July 26, 2022 regular meeting. The Planning and Zoning
Commission unanimously approved a motion approving the amendment to the bylaws. City
Council review and approval of any amendments to the required prior to taking effect.
Alternatives
1. Approve the amendment to the Bylaws.
2. Deny the amendment to the Bylaws. If the City Council considers this alternative, findings
will have to be identified that support this alternative.
3. Continue for further information. If the City Council indicates that further information is
needed, the item should be continued.
CITY OF HOPKINS
Hennepin County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION NO: 2022-054
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF HOPKINS
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION BYLAWS
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins initiated an application to amend the City of Hopkins Planning
& Zoning Commission Bylaws; and,
WHEREAS, the procedural history of the application is as follows:
1. That an application to amend the City of Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission
Bylaws was initiated by the City of Hopkins;
2. That the Hopkins Zoning and Planning Commission, reviewed such application on June
28, 2022, and on July 26, 2022;
3. That the City of Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission approved Planning & Zoning
Commission Resolution 2022-04, recommending the City Council approve this item.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Hopkins hereby approves an
amendment to the City of Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission Bylaws.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopkins this 16th day of August 2022.
_______________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
CITY OF HOPKINS
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
BYLAWS
AMENDED AND APPROVED AUGUST 16, 2022
CITY OF HOPKINS
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION BYLAWS
ARTICLE I – IDENTITY
1.1 This organization shall be known as the City Planning & Zoning Commission of
the City of Hopkins.
1.2 The administrative offices and mailing address of the Commission
1.31.2 shall be 1010 First Street South, City Hall, Hopkins, Minnesota.
ARTICLE II – ORIGIN AND POWERS
2.1 The City Planning & Zoning Commission was created by Ordinance No. 269.
The Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council. The
Commission is also the Board of Adjustments and Appeals as provided for in the
zoning code and has the powers and duties assigned to it by the zoning code
and by law.
ARTICLE III – DUTIES AND OBJECTIVES
3.1 The objectives of the Commission is designed to serve in advisory capacity to the
City Council and Administration and is further empowered to perform certain quasi-
judicial functions.
3.2 The objectives of the Commission are to guide future development of land,
services and facilities so as to ensure a safer, more pleasant and more economical
environment for residential, commercial, industrial and public activities and so as
to promote the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare, including the ae
the aesthetic, social, economic, physical and environmental quality of the entire
City in the context of the metropolitan community. To bring about the achievement
of these objectives the Commission shall:
(a) Establish community development objectives and policies,
(b) Make development plans,
(c) Increase public understanding and acceptance of planning practices,
(d) Coordinate development actions affecting City growth,
(e) Make recommendations to the City Council relating to acceptance of
subdivisions (Subdivision Code),
(f) Make recommendations to the City Council regarding provisions of the
Legislative Code (petitions and applications for rezoning, conditional use
permits, variances, street and alley vacation, retention of tax forfeit land, etc.),
(g) Review all matters relating to or affecting the physical development of the City,
(h) Draft and recommend to the City Council for adoption, regulations and
ordinances authorizing and empowering the enforcement of its findings and
conclusions relating to the physical development of the City, and
(i) Serve as a forum for citizen resident, business and community involvement and
expression on the above- mentioned elements.
ARTICLE IV – MEMBERSHIP
4.1 Number. The Commission shall consist of seven persons of which no less than
six shall have been a resident of the City for one year or more on the date of
appointment. At the sole discretion of the City Council, one member may be a
manager, owner, or have a substantial ownership stake in a business that is
located within the corporate city limits of the City of Hopkins. The Commission
shall also have one staff liaison to be appointed by the City Manager. The
Commission shall also have two youth members to be appointed by the City
Manager. Each member except the staff liaison and the youth members shall have
the right to vote on all matters before the Commission.
4.2 Terms. Member terms of office shall be for two years. Three members shall be
appointed on July 1 of each odd numbered year and four shall be appointed on
July 1 of each even numbered year. Members appointed to complete a current
term of office shall be considered to have served a term of office if the appointment
is to an office which is less than half completed. If the appointment is to an office
which is more than half completed the appointment will not be considered a term
of office. Members shall serve no more than two consecutive terms of office. The
Council member shall serve for a term of one year and may be eligible for a
consecutive one-year reappointment. Youth members shall be appointed on July
1 of each year, shall be appointed for a one-year term and shall serve no more
than three consecutive terms of office.
4.3 Removal. Members may be subject to removal by the Mayor, for cause, but only
after Council approval, after notice and opportunity for a hearing before the
Council. Members who discontinue legal residency in the City or fail to maintain
the requirements to be eligible to serve as a business representative shall
automatically be deemed to have resigned from the Commission as of the date of
such discontinuance.
4.4 Absenteeism. If any member fails to attend four regular meetings of the
Commission per year, notice of such failure may be cause for removal and
forwarded by the Chair to the Mayor and Council with the request for removal of
such members from the Commission.
4.5 Expenses. Members shall serve without salary, but cost of sending notices,
preparing and distributing minutes and other clerical expenses shall be paid by the
City from the general fund together with such extraordinary expenses as are
authorized by the City Council.
ARTICLE V – OFFICERS AND DUTIES
5.1 Titles. The officers of this Commission shall be a Chair and , Vice-Chair and
Secretary.
5.2 Duties of the Chair. The chair shall preside at all meetings, appoint committees,
rule on procedural questions subject to reversal by a two-thirds vote of members
in attendance, exercise the same voting rights as the other commissioners, assist
City Administration in preparing annual Commission budget, and carry out such
other duties as are assigned by the Commission.
5.3 Duties of the Vice-Chair. The Vice-Chair shall act in the absence or inability of the
Chair to act and in such instances shall have the powers and functions of the Chair.
5.4 Duties of the Secretary. The secretary shall oversee the notifying of all members
of meetings, drafting and circulating agendas, keeping on file all official records
and reports of the Commission, keeping written record of Commission meetings,
transactions and actions, serving required notices of all public hearings and public
meetings, maintaining and circulating information and carrying out such other
duties as are assigned by the Commission.
ARTICLE VI – ELECTION OF OFFICERS
6.1 Term. Officers shall be elected by secret ballot at the annual meeting of the
Commission. Terms of office shall be for one year and no member shall hold the
office of Chair or Vice-Chair for more than two years consecutively. Officers shall
serve until replaced by a duly elected officer in accord with these procedures.
6.2 Nominating Committee. The Chair may appoint a nominating committee to report
to the Commission prior to election, but nominating of officers may also be made
from the floor.
6.3 Majority Required. Candidates for office receiving a majority vote of the entire
voting membership (four) shall be declared duly elected.
6.4 Date of Office. New elected offers shall take office at the regular meeting in July.
6.5 Vacancies. Vacancies occurring in offices of the Commission shall be filled
forthwith by regular election procedure.
ARTICLE VII – MEETINGS
7.1 Annual Meetings. An annual organizational meeting shall be held at the regular
meeting in May of each year. The annual meeting shall be devoted to the election
of officers and may include amendments to the Bylaws, consideration of an annual
work plan or other business as shall be scheduled by the Planning & Zoning
Commission.
7.2 Regular Meetings. Regular meetings of the Commission shall be held on the fourth
Tuesday of each month at a time and place agreed upon by the Commission at a
prior meeting. At such meetings, the Commission may consider all matters
properly brought before the Commission. A regular meeting may be cancelled or
rescheduled by the Commission at a prior meeting, or by the Chair, the City Council
or Mayor. In the event that the regular meeting date falls on a legal holiday, the
meeting shall be held on the following day.
7.3 Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called at the discretion of the Chair,
or by the written request of at least three members who shall convey such request
to the staff liaisonsecretary.
7.4 Notice of Meetings. Notice in writing of annual meetings setting forth the time and
place thereof shall be delivered to all Commission members at least twenty
calendar days in advance of such meetings; notice in writing of each regular
meeting shall be sent to all Commission members at least twenty calendar days in
advance of such meetings; notice in writing of each regular meeting shall be sent
to all Commission members at least four calendar days in advance of such meeting
and notice in writing of any special meeting shall be sent to all Commission
members at least four calendar days prior to such meeting and shall state the time,
place and purpose and agenda of such meeting.
ARTICLE VIII – PRE-MEETING PROCEDURES
8.1 Agenda. The agenda for each meeting of the Commission shall be developed in
writing by the staff liaisonsecretary of the Commission, subject to approval by the
Zoning Administrator and Chair.
8.2 Application Deadlines. No matter shall be placed on the agenda unless written
request or petition, along with necessary forms, legal descriptions, maps,
drawings, etc., have been submitted to the Planning Department in proper and
correct form and unless the following timetable has been observed.:
a) Matter Requiring Published Newspaper Notice: All applications and referrals,
including required legal descriptions, certified sufficient petitions, maps, drawings,
etc., shall be received at a date set by the staff liaison Zoning Administrator each
month. Applicants shall meet informally with the staff liaison Zoning Administrator
and other city staff as necessary prior to submittal of such application in order to
preliminarily discuss required drawings and possible planning implications.
b) All other matters: For all matters other than those mentioned in (a) above, all
applications and referrals, including required legal descriptions, certified sufficient
petitions, maps, drawings, etc., shall be received by the Planning Department prior
to the Commission meeting at which action may be taken.
8.3 Reference to Committee. The staff liaisonZoning Administrator and Chair may
refer any matter to Commission committee before placing such matter on the
agenda, and in such event the pertinent committee shall meet and consider said
matter and report thereon before the Commission takes final action. Also, any
three members of the Commission may, prior to or during full Commission
discussion, require that a matter be considered by a Commission committee.
8.4 Reports. The staff liaisonZoning Administrator shall prepare a technical study or
report on all matters to be heard and shall provide such reports or findings to
Commission members at least four calendar days before the Commission meeting
at which action may be taken.
8.5 Withdrawal. If a petitioner or applicant desires to withdraw a matter from the
agenda, such request must be submitted to the staff liaison secretary in writing,
and if any public notice has been given, any persons appearing at the noticed
hearing on said petition or application shall be entitled to be heard at said hearing.
ARTICLE IX – MEETING PROCEDURE
9.1 Rules of Order. Unless otherwise specifically designated, Roberts Rules of Order,
as most recently revised, shall govern meeting procedures. However deliberative
sessions of the Commission shall be conducted as informally as possible.
9.2 Quorum. A majority of the membership of the Commission (four) shall constitute a
quorum for meeting purposes; however, no less than three affirmative or negative
votes shall be required to transact business or make binding decisions on behalf
of the Commission. Ex-officio members are eligible for the purpose of declaring a
quorum but are non-voting members.
9.3 Conflict of Interest. Whenever a Commission member shall have a direct or
indirect personal or financial interest in an application or petition before the
Commission, such member shall declare such interest and shall not participate in
any hearing on said matter; shall absent himself from all deliberative sessions or
Commission discussion on said matter; and shall in no event vote upon said
matter. When there is question as to the existence of a conflict of interest, the Chair
shall make ruling thereon. The member with the conflict shall be required to leave
the room during the voting.
9.4 Suspension of Rules. The Commission may temporarily suspend its rules by a
three-fourths vote of members in attendance.
9.5 Appearance of Petitioner. No application or petition shall be given final approval
unless the applicant or petitioner appears personally or by representative at
hearing called thereon, or makes satisfactory explanation or presentation in lieu
thereof. Such appearance shall not be required in matters regarding release of tax-
forfeited “conservation” properties.
9.6 Agenda. Order of business at regular meetings shall be basically as follows:
1. Call to order.
2. Roll call or determination of quorum.
3. Public hearings.
4. Consideration of minutes.
5. Communications.
6. Report of final disposition of matters previously before the Commission.
7. Reports of officers and committees.
8. Consideration of matters regarding Commission action.
9. Other business.
10. Adjournment.
9.7 Dispensation. A motion must be made and voted upon in order to dispense with
any item on the agenda. No binding or final action shall be taken on any agenda
matter except at public, annual, regular, or special meetings.
9.8 Non-Agenda Matters. No binding or final action may be taken on any matter not
on the written agenda except by unanimous vote of the members in attendance or
two-thirds vote (five) of the entire membership.
9.9 Continuing. A continuing motion if passed has the effect of laying the matter over
until the next regular meeting unless otherwise specified.
9.10 Tabling. A tabling motion if passed has the effect of laying the matter over
indefinitely or until removed from the table.
ARTICLE X – PUBLIC HEARING PROCEDURE
10.1 Time Limits. The proponents and opponents of any petition or application shall be
limited to a total presentation period of thirty two minutes each. Speakers may also
be granted one period of one additional minute to raise new issues or concerns;
or conclude their remarks.
Exceptions to the standard time limit, no longer than five minutes, may be granted
through previous arrangement with the Chair, or by vote of the Commission at the
onset of the public hearing.
10.2 Order of Appearance. The proponents shall proceed first, and no person shall
speak more than once on a matter before the Commission unless in answer to a
question by a Commission member or staff member or following suspension of the
rules, except that petitioner or his their representative may be granted not more
than seven minutes to rebut the opposition presentation.
10.3 Termination of Hearing. Upon close of public hearing no further presentation shall
be allowed except upon suspension of the rules.
ARTICLE XI – SPECIALISTS
11.1 Special Committees & Observers. The Chair may appoint such special committees
and chairpersons thereof as he/she they may from time to time deem necessary.
ARTICLE XII – POLICY
12.1 Policy Statement. A written statement of policy of the Commission shall be drafted
and maintained at the administration offices.
12.2 Policy Revision. Said policy may be revised, amended or added to at any regular
or special meeting by a majority of the entire membership and shall be reviewed
by the Commission or a committee thereof annually.
12.3 Policy Availability. The staff shall advise petitioners, applicants or other interested
persons of applicable portions of said policy upon request.
ARTICLE XIII – AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS
13.1 Amendment Procedure. These bylaws and rules of procedure may be amended at
any regular meeting by two-thirds vote of Commissioners in attendance and notice
and copies of any proposed amendments shall be given all Commissioners along
with meeting notice. Each Commissioner will receive at least thirty days written
notice of intent to amend, including the date, time and place such amendment will
be voted on, and an exact copy of the amendment as proposed. Amendments
require two-thirds vote of the entire membership (five) of the Commission for
passage; and in such instance only, Commission members will be allowed to vote
by written proxy. All amendments are subject to City Council review and approval
prior to taking effect.
ARTICLE XIV – EFFECTIVE DATE
14.1 These bylaws shall take effect October 27, 2016 August 16, 2022 , and shall
supersede all bylaws which might have been earlier established for the City
Planning & Zoning Commission of Hopkins.
August 16, 2022 Council Report 2022-075
Hopkins Apartments (Former Mann Theatre – Hopkins Cinema 6)
Rezoning
Proposed Action: Staff recommends the City Council approve the following motion: Move to
adopt Resolution 2022-053 approving the second reading of Ordinance 2022-1183 rezoning the
property at 1118 Mainstreet (PID 24-117-22-34-0249) from B-2, Central Business District to B-2,
Central Business District with a Planned Unit Development.
With this motion, staff will finalize a PUD Agreement for City Council consideration.
Overview
Enclave Companies is proposing a redevelopment of the former Mann Theater located along
Mainstreet between 11th Avenue and 12th Avenue South. The applicant’s plans call for a 4-story,
150-unit mixed use building with 5,382 square feet of commercial space. The first reading of the
ordinance was held on August 1, 2022.
The site is currently guided Downtown Center by the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and zoned B-2,
Central Business District. As part of the necessary approvals, the applicant requests rezoning to
B-2, Central Business District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to allow flexibility from
some of the B-2 zoning standards in exchange for a higher quality development. Since the first
reading, the developer has agreed to add rooftop solar as an additional exchange.
The applicant, Brian Bochman with Enclave Companies, requests approval of the second
reading of Ordinance 2021-1183. If approved, a PUD Agreement will be brought to the City
Council along with a Parking Agreement for use of the City’s municipal ramp. Together, these
agreements will finalize the rezoning of this site and the public assistance committed to the
development. Those agreements are anticipated to be brought to the City Council on
September 6, 2022.
Primary Issues to Consider
• Background
• Planned Unit Development Review
• Alternatives
Supporting Documents
• Resolution 2022-053
• Ordinance 2021-1183
_____________________
Ryan Krzos, City Planner and Kersten Elverum, Director of Planning
Financial Impact: $ N/A Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: _____________
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): _________________________________________
Notes:
BACKGROUND
Development Proposal. The 1.88 acre subject property was originally platted as part of the
West Minneapolis Addition in 1887. The existing Hopkins Cinema 6 Movie Theatre was
constructed in 1995 as part of a redevelopment of this property which included the movie
theatre, three retail spaces and a 5,000 square foot casual dining restaurant. The movie theatre
property was owned by the Beard Group who leased it to the Mann Theatres Group. Prior to
1995, the site was occupied by the Suburban Chevrolet automobile dealership.
The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) purchased the subject property from
Suburban Chevrolet and sold it to the Beard Group in 1995 and executed a development
agreement with the developer (the Beard Group) which included both financial and site and
building design requirements for the project. The financial requirements created Tax Increment
District 1-2 encompassing the subject property which generated tax increment dollars to offset
public costs in conjunction with redeveloping the site. That TIF District obligation ended in 2020.
On November 20, 2020, Mann Theatre – Hopkins Cinema 6 permanently closed its business
due primarily to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, the City reviewed a concept plan
related to redevelopment of the site brought forward by a different developer. Enclave
Companies recently secured an agreement to purchase the site, and is now seeking land use
approvals. The redevelopment would provide a residential mix of 67 alcove, 22 studio, 47 one-
bedroom, and 14 two-bedroom market rate apartments; and 5,382 square feet of commercial
space on the ground floor accessed from Mainstreet.
Review Process to Date
The City Council approved the first reading of this rezoning ordinance, along with the
corresponding site plan and conditional use permit, on August 1, 2022. Prior to that action, the
Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing to review these items and recommended
approval by the City Council on July 26, 2021. The Planning Commission’s recommendation
included a stipulation that the developer shall explore the addition of affordable housing and
sustainability certifications and/or features in support of the Planned Unit Development (PUD)
request. The applicant has revised their proposal to include rooftop solar panels in support of
the PUD request. It is anticipated that residential affordability would be tied to an increased
financial assistance request and staff recommends that it not be considered a PUD benefit.
Should the City Council approve the second reading of this ordinance and the planned unit
development agreement, it would rezone the subject property from B-2, Central Business
District to B-2, Central Business District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) and authorize
the Mayor and City Manager to enter into the PUD agreement.
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
The purpose of a planned unit development is to allow flexibility from traditional development
standards in return for a higher quality development. Typically, the City looks for a developer to
exceed other zoning standards, building code requirements or meet other goals of the
Comprehensive Plan. In exchange for the flexibility offered by the planned unit development, the
applicant is expected to detail how they intend to provide a higher quality development or meet
other City goals.
The requested rezoning of the site from B-2, Central Business District to B-2, Central Business
District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) would allow the applicant to deviate from some
of the zoning regulations as detailed in the table below. The applicant is seeking this flexibility
in exchange for the project delivering sustainability features including rooftop solar, electric
vehicle charging stations, pedestrian connection from 12th Avenue South to 11th Avenue
South, three pedestrian level art installations, and a building design that includes design and
amenity features above and beyond minimal underlying zoning requirements.
Requested Planned Unit Development Deviations
Zoning Category Zoning Requirement Requested Deviation
Conditional Use Permit Residential Dwellings Allow Residential Dwellings on
Prohibited On 1st Floor First Floor
One underground space 120 underground stalls
per unit proposed. 30 stalls located in
surface lot, and conceptual
agreement on lease of 40 stalls
in municipal garage
Density limited to 79.6 units per acre in
allowance for R-4 (44 accordance with guided range of
unit/ac) 20-100 units per acre in the
Downtown Center
Off-street Parking: 2 stalls per unit 1.26 stalls per unit
Building Height Four Stories or 45 ft 47.9 ft as measured along
Mainstreet
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The development proposal is in conformance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan including the
following goals:
• Welcome growth to the city by directing most of new housing and employment to the
city’s mixed use centers and employment districts.
• Encourage all public and private developments to be well-designed, durable, human-
scaled and pedestrian oriented.
• Support the development of a safe, connected, accessible network of regional and local
bicycle and pedestrian facilities in Hopkins.
• Grow the supply of housing in Hopkins, particularly in targeted areas.
• Support the vision of a community where everyone has access to the resources and
opportunities needed to live healthy, active lives. (The site is very conducive to an active
lifestyle with a walk score of 90)
• Encourage sustainable practices in locating, designing, constructing and maintaining
development in the city.
• Support the development of a strong, vibrant, livable community that attracts jobs,
population and investment.
• Maintain a viable downtown core that serves as an economic and social center for the
community.
• Continue to grow Downtown’s population and jobs base.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Vote to approve the rezoning and planned unit development for 1118 Mainstreet.
2. Vote to deny the rezoning and planned unit development for 1118 Mainstreet. Should
the City Council consider this option, it must also identify specific findings that support this
alternative.
3. Continue for further information. If the City Council finds that further information is needed,
the items should be continued.
CITY OF HOPKINS
Hennepin County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION 2022-053
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2022-1183
REZONING THE PROPERTY WITH PID 24-117-22-34-0249 FROM B-2, CENTRAL
BUSINESS DISTRICT TO B-2, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT WITH A PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
WHEREAS, the applicant, Enclave Companies, initiated an application requesting to rezone the
property addressed as 1118 Mainstreet (PID 24-117-22-34-0249) from B-2, Central Business District to
B-2, Central Business District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD), and
WHEREAS, this property is legally described in Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, the procedural history of the application is as follows:
1. That the above stated application was initiated by the applicant on June 24, 2022; and,
2. That the Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission, pursuant to published and mailed notice,
held a public hearing on the application and reviewed such application on July 26, 2022: all
persons present were given an opportunity to be heard; and,
3. That written comments and analysis of City staff were considered; and,
4. That the Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed this application during their July
26, 2022 meeting and recommended approval by the City Council, subject to conditions; and
5. That the Hopkins City Council reviewed this application during their August 1, 2022 meeting
and agreed with the findings of the Planning & Zoning Commission and approved and
approved Resolution 2022-050 approving the first reading of Ordinance 2022-1183 rezoning
the property located at 1118 Mainstreet with PID 24-117-22-34-0249; and
6. That the Hopkins City Council conducted a second reading of Ordinance 2022-1183 during
the August 16, 2022 meeting.
WHEREAS, staff recommended approval of the above stated application based on the findings
outlined in the staff report dated August 1, 2022 and the staff memo dated August 16, 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hopkins
hereby approves the second reading of Ordinance 2022-1183 rezoning the property located at 1118
Mainstreet (PID 24-117-22-34-0249) from B-2, Central Business District to B-2, Central Business
District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD), subject to the conditions listed below.
1. Approval by the City Council and execution by the Mayor and City Manager of a Planned Unit
Development (PUD) Agreement in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
2. Approval of the development by the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District and conformance with
all related conditions.
3. Payment of all applicable development fees including, but not limited to SAC, park dedication
and City Attorney fees.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopkins this 16th day of August, 2022.
By:___________________________
Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Legal Description of subject property
Tract A:
Lots 1 through 6 inclusive, Block 7,
That part of the North Half of the adjoining vacated East-West alley in said Block 7 lying between the
extension across it of the West line of said Lot 1 and the East line of Lot 26, in said Block 7,
That part of the vacated East-West alley lying North of the center line of said alley and between the
extension across it of the East line of Lot 6 and the East line of Lot 26, all in Block 7, “West
Minneapolis”. According to the recorded plat thereof, and situate in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Being registered land as is evidenced by Certificate of Title No. 834358.
Tract B:
Lot Twenty-three (23) except the South 25 feet thereof, front and rear, and all of Lots Twenty-four (24),
Twenty-five (25), and Twenty-six (26), Block Seven (7), West Minneapolis, according to the recorded
plat thereof, and situate in Hennepin County, Minnesota, together with that part of the South half of the
vacated East-West alley in said Block 7 lying between the extension across it of the West line of Lot 26
and the center line of the North-South alley in said Block 7 and together with that part of the West half
of the vacated North-South Alley in said Block 7 lying between the extensions across it of the South line
of Lot 23 except the South 25 feet thereof and the North line of said Lot 26.
Abstract Property
Tract C:
Lots Seven (7), Eight (8), Nine (9) and Ten (10), Block Seven (7), West Minneapolis, except the South
25 feet of said Lot 10, according to the recorded plat thereof, and situate in Hennepin County,
Minnesota, together with that part of the East half of the vacated North-South alley in said Block Seven
(7) lying between the extensions across it of the South line of Lot 10 except the South 25 feet thereof
and the North line of said Lot 7 and together with that part of the South half of the vacated East-West
alley in said Block 7 lying between the extensions across if of the East line of said Lot 7 and the Center
line of the North-South alley in said Block 7.
Abstract Property.
CITY OF HOPKINS
Hennepin County, Minnesota
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-1183
AN ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY WITH PID 24-117-22-34-0249 FROM B-2,
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT TO B-2, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT WITH A
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOPKINS DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
1. That the zoning classification of B-2, Central Business District, upon the following described
premises is hereby repealed, and in lieu thereof, said premises is hereby zoned B-2, Central
Business District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD).
2. The property to be rezoned is legally described in Exhibit A
First Reading: August 1, 2022
Second Reading: August 16, 2022
Date of Publication: August 25, 2022
Date Ordinance Takes Effect: August 25, 2022
________________________
ATTEST: Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
__________________________
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Legal Description of subject property
Tract A:
Lots 1 through 6 inclusive, Block 7,
That part of the North Half of the adjoining vacated East-West alley in said Block 7 lying between the extension
across it of the West line of said Lot 1 and the East line of Lot 26, in said Block 7,
That part of the vacated East-West alley lying North of the center line of said alley and between the extension across
it of the East line of Lot 6 and the East line of Lot 26, all in Block 7, “West Minneapolis”. According to the recorded
plat thereof, and situate in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Being registered land as is evidenced by Certificate of Title No. 834358.
Tract B:
Lot Twenty-three (23) except the South 25 feet thereof, front and rear, and all of Lots Twenty-four (24), Twenty-
five (25), and Twenty-six (26), Block Seven (7), West Minneapolis, according to the recorded plat thereof, and
situate in Hennepin County, Minnesota, together with that part of the South half of the vacated East-West alley in
said Block 7 lying between the extension across it of the West line of Lot 26 and the center line of the North-South
alley in said Block 7 and together with that part of the West half of the vacated North-South Alley in said Block 7
lying between the extensions across it of the South line of Lot 23 except the South 25 feet thereof and the North line
of said Lot 26.
Abstract Property
Tract C:
Lots Seven (7), Eight (8), Nine (9) and Ten (10), Block Seven (7), West Minneapolis, except the South 25 feet of
said Lot 10, according to the recorded plat thereof, and situate in Hennepin County, Minnesota, together with that
part of the East half of the vacated North-South alley in said Block Seven (7) lying between the extensions across it
of the South line of Lot 10 except the South 25 feet thereof and the North line of said Lot 7 and together with that
part of the South half of the vacated East-West alley in said Block 7 lying between the extensions across if of the
East line of said Lot 7 and the Center line of the North-South alley in said Block 7.
Abstract Property.
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