Call to Order/Attendance: The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Kevin Breth at 7:00 P.M. The pledge of allegiance was said.
On roll call members present: Mayor Kevin Breth, Council Members Wendy Rene, Alan Gunderson, and Joan Olson. Absent: Logan Vieth. Staff present: City Clerk-Treasurer Jane Popp & Public Works Director-Mike Tschida.
Minutes: Rene moved to approve minutes from June 2, 2025, City Council Meeting, 2nd by Gunderson. Motion carried unanimously.
Upsala Community Center & Historical Society Discussion about the Community Center options.
Mural at the Upsala City Park Jim Flaa, Beth Malcheski, and Derrik Ullman presented a photo of the mural ideas.
Added agenda items: Gunderson moved to approve the agenda as presented, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.
Department Reports: Fire Department Report Chief Nicholas Johnson was absent, and Popp reported two fire calls for June. The fire department is accepting applications for new members until August 1, 2025. The paperwork has been submitted to FEMA for a grant and waiting to hear back if rewarded, the fire department could purchase equipment.
First Response Team: First Response Team Vice President Haus reported ten calls for June. The team finished HIPPA training.
Maintenance Report: Tschida reported on water and sewer levels as well as the various tasks done throughout the city. Tschida reported that the tower fell on the fire hall and the adjuster looked at it and he is waiting for bids. Tschida discussed the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report with the council.
City Office Report: Popp reviewed the July Calendar.
Planning Commission: Planning & Zoning commission had a public Hearing for chickens was approved. A building permit was approved for a shop.
Unfinished Business: Heritage Days: Everything is set and ready to go. The next meeting is on July 23, 2025.
New Business: Resolution 7-7-1 donation of $2,500 from Upsala Lions Club for Heritage Day Fireworks: Rene moved to approve resolution 7-7-1 donation of $2,500 from Upsala Lions Club for Heritage Day Fireworks, 2nd by Gunderson. Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 7-7-2 donation of $2,500 from Konsor for Friends of the Library: Gunderson moved to approve resolution 7-7-2 donation of $2,500 from Konsor for Friends of the Library, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.
Gambling Permit – Upsala Ball Park Association (January 31, 2026): Rene moved to approve the Gambling Permit for the Upsala Ball Park Association with no waiting period, 2nd by Gunderson. Motion carried unanimously.
Gambling Permit – American Legion Post 350 (November 11, 2025): Gunderson moved to approve the Gambling Permit for the American Legion Post 350 with no waiting period, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.
Gambling Permit – EMS (October 25, 2025): Gunderson moved to approve the Gambling Permit for the EMS with no waiting period, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.
Initiative Foundation – Thriving Communities Application: The Application was discussed, and no one can attend.
Financials: Rene moved to approve the bills as presented, 2nd by Gunderson. Motion carried unanimously.
Updates/FYI: Next Regular City Council Meeting will be August 4 at 7:00 pm.
Adjourn: Gunderson moved to adjourn at 9:16 pm, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.
Jane Popp, Clerk/Treasurer
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