The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Joseph Arnzen at 7:00 pm on the 11th day of February 2025 in Council Chambers. Council members present were Brad Johnson, Brian Hollenkamp, Roland Ahrendt and Chris Browen. No council members were absent. Also in attendance were Mike Berscheit and Beth Ramacher and guest: Danica Kerzman.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve the agenda. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2025 meeting. A second was made by Brian Hollenkamp and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2025 special meeting. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve the following: Grey Eagle Burtrum Lions Community Appreciation at the Fire Hall (July 19, 2025), Grey Eagle Burtrum Lions Tractor Pulls (July 20 & September 1, 2025) and closing Minnesota Street from Cedar Street North to Bovee Street North on August 9, 2025 for a five parish celebration. A second was made by Chris Browen, and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
Maintenance on the lawn mowers was discussed, and it was decided that oil and filters would be changed by city maintenance and there are no major concerns that need to be addressed by the dealers. The council would like to see the sweeper used on the sidewalks instead of the blower for snow removal.
Fire and rescue calls, including attendance, were presented and discussed for December 2023 – November 2024.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to have Greg Stang from People Service at the council meeting at least quarterly, and city maintenance and fire every other month. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
An update on Sourcewell funding was discussed; there are no funding opportunities at this time.
Discussion was held on the digital sign by the post office, the library grant opportunity and the unlicensed vehicles. More information will be discussed at a future meeting.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to not renew the cloud access for the speed signs. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to add equipment breakdown and excess umbrella policy to the City property & casualty renewal. A second was made by Brian Hollenkamp and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve the transfer of $6070.00 from the Sewer Fund to the Sewer PFA Reserve account for 2024, per the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
Discussion was held on the current water and sewer rates. The council would like to have Jake Williams from Minnesota Rural Water attend a future meeting to further discuss the rates.
The council would like to make changes to all late utility bills: when past due 60 days a letter will be sent to the resident(s) and they will have 10 days to make a payment in full. If payment is not made, water will be shut off and there will be a disconnect and reconnect fee added to the account ($50 for each). The city attorney will draft a resolution to be presented to the council for approval.
Discussion was held on the Old Village Hall Task Force regarding donation requests, grants, etc. Mayor Arnzen will request a meeting with Bob Kutter to further discuss.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve payment of Claims #3366-3388, totaling $21,379.70 and include additional payments of the following: MN Power $2780.02 and Midwest Machinery $10,214.07. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to adjourn the meeting at 8:18 pm. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
The next regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council will be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in Council Chambers.
Beth Ramacher, Clerk/Treasurer
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