Also in attendance were the following: Herman Lensing, Bob Timp, Gary Pierskalla, Sue Raden, and Jim Schulz.
Staff persons on hand were Paul Hetland, Mark Middendorf, and Joel Dasher.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by those in attendance.
Agenda
Goebel moved and Humbert seconded a motion approving the meeting agenda. Discussion offered. Motion carried.
Minutes
Goebel moved and Hennen seconded a motion to approve the January 26 and February 4, 2005 meeting minutes. Discussion offered. Motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Joe Hennen moved and Ken Goebel seconded a motion to approve the consent agenda.
Which included the following:
- Sign Request – First Stop
- Resolution 2005-006 – Agreement with Oak Township for Payment of Land Annexed
- Resolution 2005-007 – Corp. Authorization – Freeport State Bank
- Resolution 2005-008 – Corp Authorization – Central MN FCU
- Resolution 2005-009 – Authorization to consolidate accounts
- Resolution 2005-010 – Authorization to withdraw $100 from the water and waste water accounts at Freeport State Bank for petty cash
- Claims $5,328.12 and $335.55
Open Public Forum
Worms brought forward an issue concerning the roof of the Corner Store and its potential dangers to produce snow slides. Corner Store owner, Sue Raden responded that she would look into the concern and report back the City at a future meeting.
Report – Jim Schulz, SEH, City Engineer
Schulz gave a written and verbal report which is on file for review.
Schulz gave an update on Main Street. There was extensive discussion regarding the landscaping and site amenities noted in the drawings provided by SHE for review. Council requested that the city engineer accommodate for an even larger turning radius on the intersection and provide a more rounded corner to the southeast area of the intersection. There was discussion on the process of snow removal with the proposed landscaping design. Public Works Director Joel Dasher indicated that the proposed amenities would not be a significant hindrance to snow removal. The documents were provided for review and discussion whereas it would be recommended at the next meeting
Drainage easement. recommendations
Schulz provided information in his written memo regarding drainage easements in the Industrial Park and 7th Street SW. Goebel moved and Humbert seconded a motion for option A which would include a budget cost to complete a survey, tie in existing storm sewer/drain tile in the Industrial Park and south of 7th Street SW, prepare legal descriptions and sketch for a drainage way and storm sewer easement from 7th Street SW from the Industrial Park to CSAH 11 is hourly, not to exceed $1,700. Discussion offered. Motion carried.
Schulz brought forward an issue concerning Breitbach Construction's work and supplies on 7th Street SW which was not included in the final payment application by Mid Continental Asphalt Company. The Council discussed the issue of work and services completed versus the aspect that the final pay application is a final legal document intended to protect both sides from future claims legitimate and fraudulent. No action was taken.
Report – Joel Dasher, Public Works Director
Dasher provided a written and verbal report which is on file for review.
Dasher brought forward information regarding options for funding a new water tower. Specific information was discussed regarding the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund (DWRF). The fund will give money for municipal projects for cities with a below medium household income but not for fire preventative purposes. Worms instructed Dasher to submit the paperwork for getting on the list.
Dasher requested a review of the Laing building to evaluate what modifications need to be made and the timeline for their implementation. Dasher and Tim Hennen will work out a time to review the building.
Tim Hennen brought up that the gravel and sand on the county roads through the City were excessive. City staff was encouraged to contact the County to reduce the amount of sand/salt dispersed on the roadways or to augment the cost of spring clean up.
Issues were raised regarding the placement of post boxes throughout the Welle Estates Plat 2. Worms will pursue more information for discussion at a future meeting.
Report – Paul Hetland, City Clerk/Treasurer
Hetland provided a written and verbal report which is on file for review
Humbert moved and Goebel seconded a motion to set April 13 at 6:30 P.M. as the annual Board of Review meeting. Discussion offered. Motion carried.
Computer request
Due to a malfunction in the current laptop computer's screen, and due to the fact that the replacement of a screen can cost approximately $500, Hetland brought forward a request for a budget to purchase a new laptop not to exceed $1500. Humbert moved and Goebel seconded a motion to allow the city clerk to purchase a City laptop not to exceed $2000. Discussion. Motion carried.
Goebel moved and Humber seconded a motion to set the Annual Area Fire Service meeting for 9:00 P.M. on Wednesday, February 23, 2005. Discussion offered. Motion carried.
Council requested that staff purchase an insulated water jug and name plaques for the Council members.
Worms reported on his recent visits to the Two Rivers company in Holdingford on the simplicity of the JOBZ program. The company stated that by reading the information provided on the web site and hiring a consultant, the process was smooth, easy, and profitable.
Kings Lake Association brought forward a request for a raffle at the Corner Pub on May 21, 2005. The documentation delivered to the city clerk did not include a signature for a city official. Approval was granted by affirmation if approval is necessary under the conditions of the request.
Joe Hennen brought forward a raffle request for the Sacred Heart Church Bizarre and 3.2 beer license. Humbert moved and Tim Hennen seconded a motion to approve the request pending the submission of the appropriate documentation. Discussion offered. Motion carried.
New Business
Jim Schulz brought forward a rough feasibility report for the County Road 11 for a distance of approximately 375 feet which totaled $190,000. Further discussion pending clarified information from the city engineer at the next meeting.
At 10:10 P.M., Joe Hennen moved and Goebel seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
