A Public Hearing took place on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:45 pm to hear input from residents about the Flood Plain Ordinance. Council present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Tony Maciej, and Jim Molitor. Absent: John Dragseth. No residents were present. Mayor Lange opened the Public Hearing and explained the Flood Plain Ordinance. Council had discussion on the ordinance. Mayor Lange then closed the Hearing and opened the regular council meeting.
Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. The meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Tony Maciej, and Jim Molitor. Absent: John Dragseth. Also present: Ryan Odden and Lonny Hutchins.
Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting Tuesday, May 7, 2024 were reviewed. A motion was made by Tony Maciej to approve the minutes. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.
The treasures report was given. A motion was made by Norm Carlson and seconded by Jim Molitor to approve the treasurer’s report. All members voted in favor, motion carried.
Building permits were presented to the council. Lonny has visited each property and stated all meet the specifications. Bryan Allen would like to build a privacy fence, 4’x6’ landing with steps, and a 10’x12’ slab at 104 Rhoda Ave. Jim Molitor made a motion to give the permit to Allen. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Tom & Janet Kruzel would like to put in an 18’x20’ cement slab for a fire pit/patio. Jim Molitor made a motion to give Kruzel’s the building permit. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Larry VanHeel would like to build a 24’x28’ steel pole shed. Tony Maciej made a motion to give VanHeel the building permit. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Jerry Wipf would like a permit for a 15’x28’ shade building. Norm Carlson made a motion to give Wipf the building permit. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.
Ryan Odden, city engineer, gave an update on the Water Project and the funding which has to be completed before bids can resume. The request for release of funds and certification from DEED needs to be signed. After discussion, Tony Maciej made a motion to sign the DEED certification. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. A special council meeting is planned with Jason Murray, Financial Adviser, is set for Monday, June 10th at 10:00 am.
A report on the city-wide cleanup day was given. Grant $734.72+collected $990.00=$1724.72, Charges: LPS $1785.05 + A&A Recycling $825.00=$2610.05
Lead service line inventory info was mailed out. Any unresponsive resident will have a Moore Engineering representative go house to house to finish the inventory. There are Federal Funding for this program and the results will be reported to the city.
Donation Resolution #24-0604A was presented to council stating the Swanville Lions Club would donate $1000.00 toward purchasing flowers on main street. Tony Maciej made a motion to accept Resolution #24-0604A and appreciates the Swanville Lions Club for their donation. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All members were in favor, motion carried.
Resolution #24-0604B was presented to the council for the acceptance of the Flood Plain Ordinance. Norm Carlson made a motion to accept Resolution #24-0604B Flood Plain Ordinance. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.
Lonny gave a report on the city beach. Sand has been added and cattails have been removed. Lonny has presented to the Swanville Lions a project of adding a changing room by the beach.
The Swanville Sportsmen Club will be adding a 24’x24’ shaded picnic area and fire pit by the Lake Pepin access.
The Swanville Lions are asking for a 3-day temporary on-sale liquor license for the Swanville Carnival June 28, 29, 30, 2024. Tony Maciej made a motion to give the Swanville Lions the 3-day temporary license with the same fee as last year $80.00. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. all members voted in favor, motion carried.
Council has received many complaints about the long grass and weeds by the Townhouses and sand lot on 5th Street. A letter will be sent.
The following claims were presented for payment. Members of the council were furnished with a listing. Tony Maciej made a motion to approve the claims. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.
The next regular monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 7:00 pm. in the Swanville Center.
There being no further business, a motion was made by Tony Maciej and seconded by Jim Molitor to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned 8:20 pm.
Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/Treasurer
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