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Nowthen City Council meeting, June 10, 2014

City Council

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

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Council held the annual SWPPP public hearing (no public comments), approved a lake setback variance with conditions, approved calcium chloride on multiple gravel roads, approved multiple City Hall/City office accessibility and repair projects, set terms for hiring and seasonal workers, approved a warning siren maintenance agreement, and authorized an animal-control RFP and culvert replacements.

What was on the agenda

27 items as recorded in the packet and minutes, each with a short summary of what was at issue.

  1. PHPublic hearing — Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP)

    Annual NPDES/MS4 public comment hearing on SWPPP.

    The council held the required annual public hearing on the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) for its NPDES/MS4 permit. Staff explained the purpose and availability of the SWPPP at the city offices, and there were no public comments or questions before the mayor closed the hearing.

    No public comments or questions were made.

    • SWPPP public hearing
    No action
    p. 1Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program - Brent Larson stated that the purpose of the Public Hearing is to receive comments on the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP). ... No comments or questions were made from the public. Mayor Schulz closed the public hearing at 7:04 PM.
  2. A1Sheriff Update

    Report of calls for Sheriff’s service for May 2014.

    Report only; no motion recorded.

    • Sheriff update
    Discussion only
    p. 2Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Sheriff Update - Lt. Wayne Heath provided a report of calls for Sheriff's service for the month of May 2014.
  3. A2Floor Items

    Public comment period.

    Two residents spoke during floor items supporting continued calcium chloride use for dust control and road maintenance on Zeolite Street. Council then approved applying calcium chloride to a list of city roads; the motion passed with four in favor and Mayor Schulz opposed.

    Two speakers spoke about continuing calcium chloride use on Zeolite Street.

    • calcium chloride
    Discussion only
    p. 2Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Floor Items - Bill Martin of 22033 Zeolite Street stated that he had requested that they continue the use of calcium chloride on the dirt roads. He's speaking of Zeolite Street, which is the road he lives on, due to the amount of traffic on that road. ... It does save the City money as well. Don Eldridge of 22147 Zeoli…
  4. A3aPlanning & Zoning — Setback variance (20185 Twin Parkway)

    Variance request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander to build closer to East Twin Lake than required setback.

    The council approved a 51.3-foot setback variance for Todd Johnson and Stan and Gladys Selander to construct a new home closer to East Twin Lake than the required setback, with multiple conditions including revised survey details, a landscaping plan, DNR review, an easement deeded to the city, and required permits. One councilmember (Scheffler) voted no.

    Approved as recommended by Planning & Zoning with listed conditions; Scheffler opposed.

    • East Twin Lake setback variance
    • 20185 Twin Parkway
    Approved with conditions
    p. 3City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 CC Packet (2014-06-10)3). Planning and Zoning a). Request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mr. Selander for Variance to allow construction of new home closer to lake than required setback - (Property located at 20185 Twin Parkway)p. 2Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander for Variance to allow construction of new home closer to lake than required setback - (Property located at 20185 Twin Parkway) - Meyer made a motion to approve the request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander for a 51.3 Variance to allow construction of a new home clos…p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Rainville seconded Meyers motion. Four in favor; Scheffler opposed. Motion Carried
  5. A3bPlanning & Zoning — Reschedule joint meeting to finish Open Space Preservation District Ordinance review

    Schedule joint meeting with Planning & Zoning Commission.

    Joint meeting scheduled for June 24, 2014 at 5:15 PM.

    • Open Space Preservation District Ordinance
    • joint meeting
    Approved
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Reschedule Joint Meeting - To finish reviewing and amending Residential Open Space Preservation District Ordinance .- Schulz made a motion to schedule a Joint meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 5:15 PM with the Planning and Zoning Commission to finish the review of the Open Space Preservation District Ordinance; Sche…
  6. A3cPlanning & Zoning — Park and trail fee waiver / ordinance changes

    Request(s) to waive Park & Trail fees; option to revise/change ordinance.

    Council received a Park and Trail fee waiver/ordinance item and voted to defer requests to waive Park and Trail fees to the Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendations, moving the issue to P&Z for further review.

    Requests deferred to Planning & Zoning Commission for recommendations.

    • Park and Trail dedication fee
    Approved
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Park and Trail Fee - Request to waive/Option to revise or change Ordnance. - Rainville made a motion to defer requests to waive Park and Trail fees to the Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendations; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  7. A3dPlanning & Zoning — Roy & Monica Munter IUP (home extended business)

    Request for IUP for home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation.

    Council considered the Munters’ request for an interim use permit for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation. The matter was tabled until comments are received from the MPCA.

    Tabled until MPCA comments received.

    • Munter IUP
    • home extended business
    Tabled
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Roy & Monica Munter - Request for an IUP for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation. Meyer made a motion to table the request by Roy and Monica Munter for an IUP for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation, as recommended by staff, until such time they have received co…
  8. A4Bill Martin — Calcium Chloride Request

    Whether to apply calcium chloride on specific roads.

    Two residents spoke during floor items supporting continued calcium chloride use for dust control and road maintenance on Zeolite Street. Council then approved applying calcium chloride to a list of city roads; the motion passed with four in favor and Mayor Schulz opposed.

    Approved list of roads; Schulz opposed.

    • calcium chloride
    Approved
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Bill Martin - Calcium Chloride Request - Meyer made a motion to approve applying Calcium Chloride to Zeolite, Variolite, Xenon (south), Basalt, 223rd, 205th , 229th, Rabbit, Post Road, Pinnaker, Yttrium, 191st, 189th, Wolfram and West Ford Brook Drive; Rainville seconded. Four in favor; Schulz opposed. Motion Carried
  9. A5Park and Recreation Committee Update

    Update including field dedication ceremony.

    Dedication ceremony announced; no action recorded.

    • Ernie Koehler Field Dedication Ceremony
    Discussion only
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Park Dedication Ceremony - Ernie Koehler Field Dedication Ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 5:30 PM at the East Twin Lakes Park. There will be guest speakers and hot dogs, chips and pop provided by the Nowthen Lions Club.
  10. A6-1.1Consent agenda — Approve May 13, 2014 City Council meeting minutes

    Approved as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    Consent calendar
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)6). Consent Agenda: 1.1 Approve the May 13, 2014 City Council Meeting Minutes
  11. A6-1.2Consent agenda — Financial Report

    Approved as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    • financial report
    Consent calendar
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)1.2 Financial Report
  12. A6-1.3Consent agenda — Approve audited bills Claim #8779–#8834 plus Net Distribution reports

    Includes net distribution reports dated May 14, May 19 and June 2, 2014.

    Approved as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    • claims
    Consent calendar
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)1.3 Approve All Audited Bills Claim #8779 through Claim #8834, plus Net Distribution reports dated May 14th and 19th and June 2nd 2014.
  13. A6-1.4Consent agenda — Resolution 2014-08 (Workers' compensation coverage for mayor and council members)

    Adopted as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    • workers' compensation
    • Resolution 2014-08
    Consent calendar
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)1.4 Adopt Resolution 2014-08, (Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and Council Members be included in the City's Workers' Compensation Program.)
  14. A6-1.5Consent agenda — Resolution 2014-09 (Amended resolution delegating supervisory powers to mayor)

    Adopted as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    • Resolution 2014-09
    Consent calendar
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)1.5 Adopt Resolution 2014-09, (Amended Resolution Delegating City Employee Supervisory Powers to Mayor.)
  15. A6-1.6Consent agenda — Approve legal action on compliance (218xx Xenon Street and 212xx St. Francis Blvd.)

    Approved as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    • code compliance
    • legal action
    Consent calendar
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)1.6 Motion to approve Legal action on compliance (on properties located at 218xx Xenon Street and 212xx St. Francis Blvd.)
  16. A6-1.7Consent agenda — Northwest Diamonds field maintenance in lieu of fee

    Field use request June–July 2014 with field maintenance offered in lieu of payment.

    Approved as part of the consent agenda motion.

    • consent agenda
    • parks
    Consent calendar
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)1.7 Northwest Diamonds - (Request to do field maintenance in lieu of fee.)
  17. A7aCouncil item — Re-address hiring full-time maintenance staff

    Set wage/terms for hiring Phil Dahlheimer.

    Council approved hiring Phil Dahlheimer at $20 per hour, contingent on obtaining his CDL within 45 days. The minutes reflect discussion about consistency of starting salaries before the motion carried.

    Approved hiring at $20/hr contingent on CDL within 45 days.

    • staffing
    • Phil Dahlheimer
    Approved
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Re-address hiring full-time maintenance staff - Meyer made a motion to approve hiring Phil Dahlheimer for $20 per hour, contingent on obtaining his CDL within 45 days; Pilon seconded.p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)All in favor; motion carried.
  18. A7bCouncil item — Repairs to steps and ramp at City Hall; exterior work at City offices

    Approve Cornerstone estimates for City offices exterior work, City Hall concrete stoop replacement, wood ramp repairs, and new railings with contingency and project oversight.

    Council approved multiple Cornerstone Construction estimates covering exterior work at the city offices (including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp) and City Hall work including concrete stoop replacement, wood ramp repairs/rebuild, and new railings, with a 10% contingency and Andy Schreder to oversee the project.

    Approved the listed Cornerstone estimates with 10% contingency; Andy Schreder to oversee.

    • City Hall ramp and steps
    • City offices exterior entrance
    • ADA improvements
    Approved
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Repairs to steps and ramp at City Hall - Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of t…
  19. A7cCouncil item — Maintenance Agreement for Warning Siren ($502.08 annually)

    Approve maintenance agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc.

    Council approved the maintenance agreement for the warning siren with Embedded Systems, Inc. at an annual fee of $502.08.

    Approved at $502.08 annual fee.

    • warning siren
    • Embedded Systems
    Approved
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Maintenance Agreement for Warning Siren ($502.08 annually) - Rainville made a motion to approve the Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren at a $502.08 annual fee; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  20. A7dCouncil item — Seasonal Parks Workers

    Hire seasonal park maintenance workers and set pay and hour limits.

    Council approved hiring Steve Bucholz and Sean Stuart as seasonal maintenance workers at up to $10 per hour, capped at 40 hours per week per employee, after staff clarified the intent was not for both to work 40 hours each week but to allow coverage for absences and heavy workload.

    Approved hiring Steve Bucholz and Sean Stuart at up to $10/hr and up to 40 hours/week per employee.

    • seasonal workers
    • parks
    Approved
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Scheffler made a motion to approve hiring Steve Bucholz and Sean Stuart to the Seasonal Maintenance Worker position for an amount not to exceed $10 per hour and not to exceed 40 hours per week, per seasonal employee; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  21. A7eCouncil item — Quotes to install pipe bollards inside and out of recycle building

    Discussion of installing pipe bollards; decision to table pending more information.

    Tabled until further information can be received.

    • recycling center
    • bollards
    Tabled
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Quotes to install Pipe Ballard's inside and out of Recycle Bld. - Pilon made a motion to table the discussion of the pipe bollards until further information can be received; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  22. A7fCouncil item — Approve Chapter 1 of Administrative Policies

    Approve Chapter 1, Sections 1, 2 and 3 of the City Council Policy.

    Approved.

    • administrative policies
    Approved
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Approve Chapter 1 of Administrative Policies - Scheffler made a motion to approve Chapter 1, Section 1, 2 and 3 of the City Council Policy; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  23. A7gCouncil item — Upgrade requirements on Security System

    Add cell dialer and increase monitoring cost.

    Council approved upgrading the security system for $455 and approved a $15 monthly monitoring increase.

    Approved $455 upgrade and $15/month monitoring increase.

    • security system
    • WH Security
    Approved
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Upgrade requirements on Security System - Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  24. A7hCouncil item — Nowthen Memorial Park restroom improvements

    Discuss restroom improvement quotes; decision to table.

    Council received quotes for restroom improvements at Nowthen Memorial Park and tabled the discussion until questions could be clarified.

    Tabled until questions clarified.

    • park restrooms
    • ADA improvements
    Tabled
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Nowthen Memorial Park Restroom Improvements - Schulz made a motion to table discussion on the quotes received for the restroom improvements until some questions could be clarified; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  25. A7iCouncil item — Animal Control Contract (submit RFP)

    Go out for proposals for animal control contract.

    Council voted to issue RFPs for an animal control contract. Later under new items, council approved releasing a dog and cat picked up from an evicted house for $150 cash with a signed agreement that the balance would be paid by July 3.

    Approved issuing RFPs.

    • animal control
    • RFP
    Approved
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Animal Control Contract - (Request to submit for RFP) - Pilon made a motion to go out for RFP's for an Animal Control Contract and see what we get; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  26. A7jCouncil item — Quotes to remove/install culverts

    Approve quote from Dennis Hall to replace six culverts; City supplies culverts and fill.

    Council approved Dennis Hall’s quote to replace six culverts, with the city supplying the culverts and fill, for $4,250.00.

    Approved $4,250.00.

    • culverts
    • road maintenance
    Approved
    p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Meyer made a motion to approve the quote from Dennis Hall to replace 6 culverts, with the City supplying the culverts and fill for an amount of $4,250.00; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  27. A8Introduction of New Items

    Medical marijuana ordinance question; release of impounded animals with partial payment plan; adjournment.

    Council voted to issue RFPs for an animal control contract. Later under new items, council approved releasing a dog and cat picked up from an evicted house for $150 cash with a signed agreement that the balance would be paid by July 3.

    Under new items, Councilmember Meyer noted the state passed a medical marijuana bill and asked whether the city should establish an ordinance regulating the growing of medical marijuana; no action was taken at this meeting.

    Included a motion to release animals for partial payment and a motion to adjourn.

    • medical marijuana
    • animal impound release
    Discussion only
    p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Medical Marijuana - Meyer stated that the State has passed a bill, but regulations still need to be put into place. He is questioning if we should establish an ordinance that regulates the growing of medical marijuana.p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Schulz stated that the Animal Control Officer picked up a dog and cat from an evicted house. The owners want the animals back, but state they cannot afford to pay the whole amount right now. They would like to make some type of arrangement with the City. Schulz made a motion to approve releasing the animals for $150 ca…p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Meyer made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 PM; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

Motions and votes

19 motions on the record. Split votes are highlighted.

  • M1Meyer made a motion to approve as amended; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to approve as amended; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Pilon

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 1Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Approve/amend the meeting agenda - The agenda was amended to add 3.c. Roy and Monica Munter, request for IUP; 7.j. Quotes to remove/install culverts. Rainville also added Field Dedication Ceremony under item 5. Meyer made a motion to approve as amended; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M2Meyer made a motion to approve the request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander for a 51.3 Variance to allow construction of a new home closer to the lake than the required setback, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission and subject to the following conditions: 1\. The site survey is revised to include: a. The location of the septic system and all associated equipment; b. The location of the proposed water well; c. The proposed driveway, sidewalk, steps and other impervious surfaces; d. The thirty-three (33) foot road easement; e. Any planned accessory building locations; f. The location of the desired boardwalk; g. Silt fence and temporary stockpile locations 2\. A landscaping plan is submitted for review and approval by the City at the time of building permit application. The proposed plantings shall reduce visibility from the lake and shall be completed prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. 3\. Vegetative screening shall be maintained between the house and the lake. When trees and shrubs die, they will be replaced with similar species. 4\. The Department of Natural Resources reviews and approves the proposed structure location. 5\. The boardwalk must be reviewed by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for any impacts to lakes or wetlands. It may require a special application and permit for this type of structure, depending upon the impacts to existing aquatic vegetation. Plans for construction of the boardwalk must be provided which show how it will be constructed, including its materials and method of installation. 6\. A thirty-three (33) foot easement is deeded to the City for one half of the Twin Parkway right-of-way and the survey is revised to show this. 7\. A driveway permit is obtained from the City and a culvert with rock construction entrance is installed prior to any work commencing on site. 8\. A building permit is obtained prior to beginning construction. 9\. The project is in compliance with all applicable City and State Building Codes. 10\. The applicant and property owner are responsible for all costs incurred during the review of this request by the City and its representatives.

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    Meyer made a motion to approve the request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander for a 51.3 Variance to allow construction of a new home closer to the lake than the required setback, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission and subject to the following conditions: 1\. The site survey is revised to include: a. The location of the septic system and all associated equipment; b. The location of the proposed water well; c. The proposed driveway, sidewalk, steps and other impervious surfaces; d. The thirty-three (33) foot road easement; e. Any planned accessory building locations; f. The location of the desired boardwalk; g. Silt fence and temporary stockpile locations 2\. A landscaping plan is submitted for review and approval by the City at the time of building permit application. The proposed plantings shall reduce visibility from the lake and shall be completed prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. 3\. Vegetative screening shall be maintained between the house and the lake. When trees and shrubs die, they will be replaced with similar species. 4\. The Department of Natural Resources reviews and approves the proposed structure location. 5\. The boardwalk must be reviewed by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for any impacts to lakes or wetlands. It may require a special application and permit for this type of structure, depending upon the impacts to existing aquatic vegetation. Plans for construction of the boardwalk must be provided which show how it will be constructed, including its materials and method of installation. 6\. A thirty-three (33) foot easement is deeded to the City for one half of the Twin Parkway right-of-way and the survey is revised to show this. 7\. A driveway permit is obtained from the City and a culvert with rock construction entrance is installed prior to any work commencing on site. 8\. A building permit is obtained prior to beginning construction. 9\. The project is in compliance with all applicable City and State Building Codes. 10\. The applicant and property owner are responsible for all costs incurred during the review of this request by the City and its representatives.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Rainville

    PassedSplit vote
    • YSchulz
    • YPilon
    • YMeyer
    • NScheffler
    • YRainville
    p. 2Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander for Variance to allow construction of new home closer to lake than required setback - (Property located at 20185 Twin Parkway) - Meyer made a motion to approve the request by Todd Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Selander for a 51.3 Variance to allow construction of a new home clos…p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Rainville seconded Meyers motion. Four in favor; Scheffler opposed. Motion Carried
  • M3Schulz made a motion to schedule a Joint meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 5:15 PM with the Planning and Zoning Commission to finish the review of the Open Space Preservation District Ordinance; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Schulz made a motion to schedule a Joint meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 5:15 PM with the Planning and Zoning Commission to finish the review of the Open Space Preservation District Ordinance; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Schulz, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Reschedule Joint Meeting - To finish reviewing and amending Residential Open Space Preservation District Ordinance .- Schulz made a motion to schedule a Joint meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 5:15 PM with the Planning and Zoning Commission to finish the review of the Open Space Preservation District Ordinance; Sche…
  • M4Rainville made a motion to defer requests to waive Park and Trail fees to the Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendations; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Rainville made a motion to defer requests to waive Park and Trail fees to the Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendations; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Park and Trail Fee - Request to waive/Option to revise or change Ordnance. - Rainville made a motion to defer requests to waive Park and Trail fees to the Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendations; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M5Meyer made a motion to table the request by Roy and Monica Munter for an IUP for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation, as recommended by staff, until such time they have received comments from the MPCA; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to table the request by Roy and Monica Munter for an IUP for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation, as recommended by staff, until such time they have received comments from the MPCA; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Schulz

    Tabled

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Roy & Monica Munter - Request for an IUP for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation. Meyer made a motion to table the request by Roy and Monica Munter for an IUP for a home extended business to run a concrete and masonry operation, as recommended by staff, until such time they have received co…
  • M6Meyer made a motion to approve applying Calcium Chloride to Zeolite, Variolite, Xenon (south), Basalt, 223rd, 205th, 229th, Rabbit, Post Road, Pinnaker, Yttrium, 191st, 189th, Wolfram and West Ford Brook Drive; Rainville seconded. Four in favor; Schulz opposed. Motion Carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to approve applying Calcium Chloride to Zeolite, Variolite, Xenon (south), Basalt, 223rd, 205th , 229th, Rabbit, Post Road, Pinnaker, Yttrium, 191st, 189th, Wolfram and West Ford Brook Drive; Rainville seconded. Four in favor; Schulz opposed. Motion Carried

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Rainville

    PassedSplit vote
    • NSchulz
    • YPilon
    • YMeyer
    • YScheffler
    • YRainville
    p. 4Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Bill Martin - Calcium Chloride Request - Meyer made a motion to approve applying Calcium Chloride to Zeolite, Variolite, Xenon (south), Basalt, 223rd, 205th , 229th, Rabbit, Post Road, Pinnaker, Yttrium, 191st, 189th, Wolfram and West Ford Brook Drive; Rainville seconded. Four in favor; Schulz opposed. Motion Carried
  • M7Meyer made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Meyer made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M8Meyer made a motion to approve hiring Phil Dahlheimer for $20 per hour, contingent on obtaining his CDL within 45 days; Pilon seconded.... All in favor; motion carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to approve hiring Phil Dahlheimer for $20 per hour, contingent on obtaining his CDL within 45 days; Pilon seconded. ... All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Pilon

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Re-address hiring full-time maintenance staff - Meyer made a motion to approve hiring Phil Dahlheimer for $20 per hour, contingent on obtaining his CDL within 45 days; Pilon seconded.p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)All in favor; motion carried.
  • M9Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; and $13,985.00 for all new railings; with a 10% contingency and that Andy Schreder oversee the project; and for the City to either recycle the railing or reuse is; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; and $13,985.00 for all new railings; with a 10% contingency and that Andy Schreder oversee the project; and for the City to either recycle the railing or reuse is; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Pilon

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Repairs to steps and ramp at City Hall - Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of t…
  • M10Rainville made a motion to approve the Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren at a $502.08 annual fee; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Rainville made a motion to approve the Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren at a $502.08 annual fee; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Schulz

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Maintenance Agreement for Warning Siren ($502.08 annually) - Rainville made a motion to approve the Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren at a $502.08 annual fee; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M11Scheffler made a motion to approve hiring Steve Bucholz and Sean Stuart to the Seasonal Maintenance Worker position for an amount not to exceed $10 per hour and not to exceed 40 hours per week, per seasonal employee; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Scheffler made a motion to approve hiring Steve Bucholz and Sean Stuart to the Seasonal Maintenance Worker position for an amount not to exceed $10 per hour and not to exceed 40 hours per week, per seasonal employee; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Meyer

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Scheffler made a motion to approve hiring Steve Bucholz and Sean Stuart to the Seasonal Maintenance Worker position for an amount not to exceed $10 per hour and not to exceed 40 hours per week, per seasonal employee; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M12Pilon made a motion to table the discussion of the pipe bollards until further information can be received; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Pilon made a motion to table the discussion of the pipe bollards until further information can be received; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Pilon, seconded by Rainville

    Tabled

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Quotes to install Pipe Ballard's inside and out of Recycle Bld. - Pilon made a motion to table the discussion of the pipe bollards until further information can be received; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M13Scheffler made a motion to approve Chapter 1, Section 1, 2 and 3 of the City Council Policy; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Scheffler made a motion to approve Chapter 1, Section 1, 2 and 3 of the City Council Policy; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Meyer

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Approve Chapter 1 of Administrative Policies - Scheffler made a motion to approve Chapter 1, Section 1, 2 and 3 of the City Council Policy; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M14Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Schulz, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Upgrade requirements on Security System - Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M15Schulz made a motion to table discussion on the quotes received for the restroom improvements until some questions could be clarified; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Schulz made a motion to table discussion on the quotes received for the restroom improvements until some questions could be clarified; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Schulz, seconded by Meyer

    Tabled

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Nowthen Memorial Park Restroom Improvements - Schulz made a motion to table discussion on the quotes received for the restroom improvements until some questions could be clarified; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M16Pilon made a motion to go out for RFP's for an Animal Control Contract and see what we get; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Pilon made a motion to go out for RFP's for an Animal Control Contract and see what we get; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Pilon, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Animal Control Contract - (Request to submit for RFP) - Pilon made a motion to go out for RFP's for an Animal Control Contract and see what we get; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M17Meyer made a motion to approve the quote from Dennis Hall to replace 6 culverts, with the City supplying the culverts and fill for an amount of $4,250.00; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to approve the quote from Dennis Hall to replace 6 culverts, with the City supplying the culverts and fill for an amount of $4,250.00; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Schulz

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Meyer made a motion to approve the quote from Dennis Hall to replace 6 culverts, with the City supplying the culverts and fill for an amount of $4,250.00; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M18Schulz made a motion to approve releasing the animals for $150 cash and a signed agreement stating that the balance owed would be paid by July 3'd; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Schulz made a motion to approve releasing the animals for $150 cash and a signed agreement stating that the balance owed would be paid by July 3'd; Meyer seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Schulz, seconded by Meyer

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Schulz stated that the Animal Control Officer picked up a dog and cat from an evicted house. The owners want the animals back, but state they cannot afford to pay the whole amount right now. They would like to make some type of arrangement with the City. Schulz made a motion to approve releasing the animals for $150 ca…
  • M19Meyer made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 PM; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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    Meyer made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 PM; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

    moved by Meyer, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Meyer made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 PM; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

Dollar amounts in motions

Amounts named in or tied to a motion that passed, each shown with the motion. A motion can approve an amount, cap it, or remove it from a list, so read the motion text. These links are AI-extracted, and the minutes control.

  • Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren

    $502

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve the Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren at a $502.08 annual fee; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Maintenance Agreement for Warning Siren ($502.08 annually) - Rainville made a motion to approve the Maintenance Agreement with Embedded Systems, Inc. for the Warning Siren at a $502.08 annual fee; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • Cornerstone Construction estimate for exterior work at the City offices (including option for proper slopes at accessible ramp)

    $2,655

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; and $13,985.00 for all new railings; with a 10% contingency and that Andy Schreder oversee the project; and for the City to either recycle the railing or reuse is; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Repairs to steps and ramp at City Hall - Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of t…
  • Cornerstone Construction amount for removal and replacement of the City Hall concrete stoop

    $7,445

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; and $13,985.00 for all new railings; with a 10% contingency and that Andy Schreder oversee the project; and for the City to either recycle the railing or reuse is; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)... for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; ...
  • Cornerstone Construction amount for repairs and rebuilding of the City Hall wood ramp

    $5,850

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; and $13,985.00 for all new railings; with a 10% contingency and that Andy Schreder oversee the project; and for the City to either recycle the railing or reuse is; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)... $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; ...
  • Cornerstone Construction amount for all new railings at City Hall project

    $13,985

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve the estimate from Cornerstone Construction for the exterior work at the City offices for $2,655.00, including the option for proper slopes at the accessible ramp; for construction work at City Hall for $7,445.00 for removal and replacement of the concrete stoop; $5,850.00 for repairs and rebuilding of the wood ramp; and $13,985.00 for all new railings; with a 10% contingency and that Andy Schreder oversee the project; and for the City to either recycle the railing or reuse is; Pilon seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 5Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)... and $13,985.00 for all new railings; ...
  • Security system upgrade requirements (cell dialer)

    $455

    Motion Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Upgrade requirements on Security System - Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • Monthly monitoring increase for security system

    $15

    Motion Schulz made a motion to approve the necessary upgrade requirements to the Security System for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 6Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)... for $455 with a monthly monitoring increase of $15;
  • Dennis Hall quote to replace 6 culverts (City supplies culverts and fill)

    $4,250

    Motion Meyer made a motion to approve the quote from Dennis Hall to replace 6 culverts, with the City supplying the culverts and fill for an amount of $4,250.00; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 7Public Hearing & City Council Meeting — 2014-06-10 PH & Council Meeting (2014-06-10)Meyer made a motion to approve the quote from Dennis Hall to replace 6 culverts, with the City supplying the culverts and fill for an amount of $4,250.00; Schulz seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

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