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| 11/18/2009 9:40:00 AM | Email this article • Print this article | City of Brownton - Meeting Minutes
Brownton City Council
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
7:00 p.m.
Mayor Carrigan called the regular City Council meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance. Members present: Douglas Block, Brian Dressel, Norman Schwarze, Charles Warner (7:20), and Curtis Carrigan.
Staff present: Mark Streich, Ron Kelm, Jacob Binnebose.
Visitors present: Family members of Jacob Binnebose, Jean Johnson, Dan Boxrud- S.E.H., Dave Wendlandt and Lori Copler.
Mayor Carrigan administered the Oath of Office to Patrol Officer Jacob Binnebose. Congratulations were shared.
Mayor Carrigan opened the Assessment hearing. No public comment was heard. City Engineer, Dan Boxrud presented the project final costs and which represented an overall savings of $14650.00.
RESOLUTION ADOPTING
ASSESSMENTS
The resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Council Member Dressel, seconded by Council Member Schwarze and upon roll call vote with the following voting in favor thereof: Block, Dressel, Schwarze, Warner and Carrigan; and against the same: none; motion carried.
Upon motion by Block, second by Dressel and carried, the hearing was adjourned.
Jean Johnson, McLeod County Public Health, approached the Council concerning Tobacco Free Parks & Recreation Areas.
Consent Agenda reviewed.
Motion by Schwarze, second by Dressel and carried to approve the consent agenda as follows: Approve minutes of regular meeting 9/1/09. Approve the Treasurer's report. Approve payment of the claims and payroll including check numbers 30199 - 30297, in the amount of $157593.71.
Boxrud presented the first application for payment and his recommendation of approval.
Motion by Block, second by Warner and carried to approve the 2009 Street & Utility Project. Application for Payment from Wm. Mueller & Sons in the amount of $61,550.95.
RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT
FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
The resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Council Member Warner and seconded by Council Member Dressel and upon roll call vote with all present voting in favor thereof, motion carried.
Chief Kelm presented monthly police report. Discussed the 800 Mhz radio system and costs. Carrigan and Schwarze to attend countywide meeting addressing the system.
Discussed squad repairs including the replacement of the water pump and the battery.
Streich presented the Public Works monthly report.
Council discussed the removal of boulevard trees.
Reported on lift station pump repair needed and vehicle repairs.
Council reviewed and okayed the school roof repair by Laraway estimated at $400. - $600.
A special meeting is to be scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. to discuss alternative heating at the school facility.
Dave Wendlandt, represented the Brownton Baseball Association approached the council to discuss various items at the baseball facility. Discussed lighting, water, bathrooms, possible beer license for next season and upgrades to the grandstand.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE MINNESOTA GENERAL
RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE FOR CITIES
The resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Council Member Dressel, seconded by Council Member Schwarze and upon roll call vote with all present voting in favor thereof, motion carried.
Motion by Block, second by Schwarze and carried to not waive the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by MN Statutes 466.04.
Motion by Schwarze, second by Dressel and carried to authorize written confirmation to Briggs & Morgan's representation of Utilities
City Clerk presented listing of properties with delinquent utility accounts.
RESOLUTION ADOPTING
ASSESSMENT FOR UNPAID CHARGES
The resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Council Member Warner, seconded by Council Member Dressel and after a full discussion thereof and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Block, Dressel, Schwarze, Warner and Carrigan; and the following voted against the same: none. Whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
City Clerk presented a list of utility deposits held by the city at this time.
Motion by Dressel, second by Schwarze, and carried to apply the utility deposits to accounts where applicable and return deposits to residents that have moved and have no outstanding account with the city.
Correspondence reviewed, discussed the wind turbine and electrical issues and approved a radio ad for Fire Prevention Week.
Upon motion by Schwarze, second by Dressel and carried the meeting was adjourned.
Minutes to be presented for approval 11/3/09.
City Clerk
Minutes
Brownton City Council
Special Meeting
Monday, October 12, 2009
1.CALL TO ORDER - 4:00 P.M.
Mayor Carrigan called the meeting to order. Members present were Norman Schwarze, Douglas Block, Brian Dressel and Charles Warner. There were no members absent. Others present were Dan Moulton, M&E Engineering, Inc., Dan Boxrud, S.E.H. Inc., and Lori Copler, McLeod County Chronicle.
2. DISCUSSION ON ALTERNATIVE HEATING POSSIBILITIES FOR THE CITY BUILDING AT 335 THIRD STREET SOUTH.
Dan Moulton recommended to the Council to drain the pipes in the building, noting the likelihood that all areas may not drain, but the likelihood of pipes breaking has been minimized by this measure. Included in this process is filling the traps with antifreeze.
Moulton presented three heating alternatives to the Council including: Option No. 1 - Gas and electric unit heaters, Option No. 2 - Provide replacement steam boilers for the existing steam system, and Option No. 3- Electric heaters.
Motion by Block, second by Dressel, to heat the city building at 335 Third Street South under Option No. 3 - Electric heaters. Motion carried unanimously.
Discussion regarding closing on the building at 335 Third Street South scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2009 with GSL in Glencoe. Mayor Carrigan will be unavailable, thus acting Mayor Schwarze is to be present at closing.
Motion by Warner, second by Schwarze, to hire a contractor to complete recommendation of draining pipes in the building at 335 Third Street South. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Carrigan, second by Block, to create a community task force with members approximately 8, to research building options and report recommendations to Council. Council members Schwarze and Dressel to sit on committee. Motion carried unanimously. Council ordered for city personnel to follow up with GSL for clarification regarding disposal of computer equipment and handling of expenses incurred for chemical removal.
3. ADJOURN
Motion by Dressel, second by Schwarze, to adjourn special council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
Minutes to be submitted for approval November 3, 2009.
ATTEST:
Jennifer Ortloff, Deputy City Clerk
Brownton City Council
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
7:00 p.m.
Mayor Carrigan called the regular City Council meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members present: Douglas Block, Brian Dressel, Norman Schwarze, Charles Warner and Curtis Carrigan.
Staff present: Ron Kelm and Mark Streich.
Visitors present: Dan Boxrud - S.E.H. and Lori Copler.
Consent Agenda reviewed.
Motion by Dressel, second by Schwarze and carried to approve the consent agenda as follows: Approve minutes of regular meeting 10/6/09. Approve minutes of Special meeting 10/12/09. Approve one-day beer licenses to Brownton American Legion for 11/20/09 and 1/6/10. Approve the Treasurer's report. Approve payment of the claims and payroll including check numbers 30298 - 30383, in the amount of $125,851.11.
Boxrud presented the final applications for payment and the change order to Wm. Mueller's contract and his recommendation of approval.
Motion by Warner, second by Block and carried to approve the 2009 Street & Utility Project Application for payment from Wm. Mueller & Sons including the change order in the total amount of $3,439.52, and the Application for Payment from Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $3,292.81.
Boxrud updated the council on the progress of the WWTP Project.
Discussed changes to the school hearing solution and council okayed payment of the engineering fees applicable to the situation.
Streich presented monthly public works report. Lift Station pump to be replaced. Streich is in the process of renewing the contract with McLeod County for use of one stall in the County shed for equipment storage.
Chief Kelm presented monthly report. Discussed the location of the squad car during on-call time and the decision was made that the squad car will remain in town. Discussed the radio upgrade.
The City Clerk presented employee salary information. Discussion held. Discussed benefit costs.
Council member Block introduced the following resolution, and moved its adoption. Be It Resolved by the City Council to approve a 2% salary increase effective January 1, 2008. Officer Binnebose salary to be considered following the probationary period.
Council member Schwarze seconded the motion and upon roll call vote with the following voting in favor thereof: Block, Dressel, Schwarze and Carrigan; against the same: Warner, said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
City Clerk presented the detail of the proposed budget for the Fire Department and the Enterprise funds.
City Council acknowledges receipt of the Schedule Form for Lump Sum Pension Plans Reporting Year 2009 from the Fire Relief Association Auditor. Schedule indicates the required contribution for 2010 is $29,199.00. The Fire Department 2010 budget as prepared and presented to the townships in February with a line item amount for Relief Assn. Required contribution of $17,000.00 was discussed. The deficit can be covered with fund balance for the first year or by an additional contribution from the city and townships.
Councilor Dressel to schedule the draining of the water pipes at the school facility. Larger heaters will be added to the open spaces in the facility.
Council approved the removal and replacement of the perimeter fence at the baseball field by the baseball association.
Councilor Schwarze has investigated various options to remove refuse at the facility.
City Council reviewed and discussed the applications returned for the Facility Task Force.
Motion by Dressel, seconded by Schwarze to accept the first six applications received. Discussion held. Motion by Dressel, seconded by Schwarze and carried to withdraw motion.
Motion by Dressel, seconded by Warner and carried to approve seven members for the Facility Task Force. City Clerk will contact members and set up the first meeting.
RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR PROPERTY ASSESSMENT
The foregoing resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Council Member Schwarze, seconded by Council Member Block and upon roll call vote with all present voting in favor thereof, motion carried.
RESOLUTION OF A SENIOR
NUTRITION PROGRAM SITE USE AGREEMENT
The foregoing resolution was introduced and moved for adoption by Council Member Warner, seconded by Council Member Dressel and upon roll call vote with all present voting in favor thereof, motion carried.
Police Chief Kelm to talk to resident concerning parking of equipment of 2nd Avenue North.
Upon motion by Block, seconded by Warner & Schwarze and carried, the meeting was adjourned.
Minutes to be presented for approval 12/1/09
City Clerk
(Published in The McLeod County Chronicle November 18, 2009)
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