Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M by Mayor Ulbricht. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. City Council Members in attendance: Mayor Jenae Ublbricht, Romie Gessell, Sara Macho, Irene Ehlert and Juli Scherping.
Approval of Agenda – Gessell added under New Business, a tree that is being removed on the Erik Gessell’s property and will affect 2 street lights in town. Gessell made a motion to approve. Scherping supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Approval of the Minutes – Macho made a motion to approve. Ehlert supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Approval of Bills – Macho made a motion to approve. Gessell supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Todd County Sheriff’s Report- Mayor went over the monthly report.
Todd County Recycling – Security fencing for the recycle area to be 6’9”gauge galvanized wire mesh with a cantilever gate system according to Mike Eberle email. Council agreed to continue to move forward and construction will start in spring.
Snow Plowing- The plow to fix was estimated at 5K, 3 contracted quotes were received for a per plowing charge at the following, $1,200, $600-$800 and $500. There is also the option to rent a snow plow for 4 months at $6,000 and the city would be responsible for a driver and fuel.
Also, looked at a plow with the cost of 33K. Discussed looking at the next grant for a snow plow for the city and having a contractor for this season. Ehlert made a motion to contract with the individual that gave a bid at $500 per snow removal. Gessell supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Bean Bake- To sell all items to the bean back such as, 2 kitchenaid mixers and attachments, 3 roasters, cutting boards, plates and utensils for $500. The bean bake would like to purchase shelving to put in the storage room to store their items. The council asked the bean bake to have their items removed before the kitchen is cleaned out for the renovation. Ehlert made a motion to approve, Gessell supported. All in favor, motion carried.
AED Refill -Brooke to look at backup pads from other cities in case of a delay.
Sourcewell Match to Match Funds 2025 – Looking at the future Match to Match Funds. Ideas:
Speed Signs, outside faucets, new ranges, bathroom renovations (vanity, sink, faucets, paint, etc.), new flags, and solar lights for city sign.
New Business: Tree Removal – Erik Gessell is having a tree removed on December 21 which will affect 2 street lights having to be turned off by Minnesota Power for a period of time.
Open Floor – None
Announcements – Santa Day – December 22nd, 2024
Adjournment – Ehlert made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:51 PM. Macho supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Next City Council meeting is scheduled for January 7th, 2024 at 7:00 PM at the Community Center.
City Clerk
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