The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Joseph Arnzen at 7:00 pm on the 8th day of October 2024 in Council Chambers. Council members present were Brad Johnson, Brian Hollenkamp, Roland Ahrendt & Chris Browen. There were no council members absent. Also in attendance were Dan Berscheid, Beth Ramacher and guest: Matt Zinniel.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve the agenda. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve the minutes of the September 10, 2024 meeting. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
Matt Zinniel was present to discuss the Animal Ordinance as it pertains to ducks. He asked that the Council review it and gave them copies of the current Upsala and Swanville Ordinances for comparison.
Dan Berscheid recommended adding Yurii Romanovskyi to the Fire Department. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to add Yurii Romanovskyi to the Fire Department. 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 have Empire Memorials reset the Paavola headstone that fell when a tree went down in the cemetery in the August storm. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to bring the two broken light poles to Opatz Metals for recycling. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve the updated contract with Long Prairie Sanitation, which included updating the company to Long Prairie Sanitation (and removing Tom’s Refuse). A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
The following third quarter 2024 reports were reviewed: Todd County Sheriff and Utility Transaction History. A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve the 3rd Quarter Utility Transaction History Report. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve the 2025 agreement with Todd County for Prosecution Services for $825. 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 liquor license for the Double R Saloon for 2025. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried
A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve the 2025 Cigarette and Tobacco Licenses for the following: Dollar General, Double R Saloon, Grey Eagle Gas & Grocery and The Junction. A second was made by Brian Hollenkamp and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
There will be no special meeting for canvassing the election results; this will be done at the November 12, 2024 regular council meeting.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to hold the Annual Fire Board Meeting on November 19, 2024 at 7:00 pm. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
The Council was given a list from the League of MN Cities Insurance Trust of all insured property to review before the November 12, 2024 meeting.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve the Estimate of Funds Needed for the final invoice from Widseth for $28,108.11. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to deobligate the undisbursed balance of $48,945.06 on Rural Development Loan #00-07. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve Resolution 2024-26: Resolution Accepting $1000.00 from Stearns Bank. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The resolution is as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-26: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $1000 DONATION FROM STEARNS BANK FOR THE GREY EAGLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, money has been donated by Stearns Bank; and
WHEREAS, the City Council feels that the donation will benefit citizens of the area;
1. That the City Council of the City of Grey Eagle formally accepts the donation from Stearns Bank for the Fire Department.
2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to make the appropriate revenue and expenditure budget adjustments as needed to reflect this donation and its intended use.
Adopted by the Grey Eagle City Council this 8th day of October 2024.
A quote for tree removal out by the sewer ponds was reviewed. The council will table this for the time being.
Marcus Zinniel would like building information for his lot at 211 Maple Street North. The Housing & Building Codes Ordinance will be sent to him.
Future water and sewer rates were discussed. Rural Water and David Drown Associates will be contacted regarding the process for review and suggestions.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve having the router and internet cables moved at the library. 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 payment of Claims #3245-3267, totaling $43,017.86 and include additional payments of the following: MN Power $2252.85, Computer Dynamics $775.00 and MN Power $62.40. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Brad Johnson to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 pm. A second was made by Brian Hollenkamp 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, November 12, 2024 in Council Chambers.
Beth Ramacher, Clerk/Treasurer
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