The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Rollie Johnson at 7:00 P.M. The pledge of allegiance was said. On roll call members present were: Mayor Rollie Johnson, Brian Lange, Lana Bartells, and Dennis Westrich; absent: Joan Olson.
People present: Resident Stacy Hennen, Community and Economic Development Associates Specialist Reva Mische, Legion Auxiliary President Patti Gunderson, City Engineer Scott Hedlund, City Auditor with Schlenner Wenner Jon Archer, First Response Vice President Garrett Doucette, Public Works Frank Koopmeiners, City Intern Susie Strusz, and City Clerk/Treasurer Michelle Stevens.
Lange moved to approve minutes from April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting, 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously.
Westrich moved to approve minutes from April 2, 2018 Special City Council Meeting, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.
Lange moved to approve the agenda, 2nd by Bartells. Motion carried unanimously.
American Legion President Patty Gunderson shared that the Auxiliary has set Friday, May 18 as Poppy Day and requesting the City proclaim May 18 as Poppy Day.
Bartells moved to proclaim Friday, May 18 as Poppy Day in the City of Upsala, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.
Stacy Hennen expressed her concerns about the people speeding on Borgstrom Street. She presented a survey that she did via Survey Monkey and shared it with the Council. She also requested to make Borgstrom Street from the park to the school a “School Zone” which would have people drive slower when children are present.
A letter from Nancy Westbrock was also reviewed which contained similar sentiment.
Jon Archer presented the 2017 audit.
Scott Hedlund talked through our sewer infrastructure project and shared how the Preliminary Engineering Report/Environmental Report is needed for the project.
He also presented a map which designated the type of pipe we have in our infrastructure. The Council will have a special meeting to discuss this project in detail.
Koopmeiners reported on water and sewer levels.
The winter decorations are down and the flags are up along Main Street.
The Fire Department presented their March minutes.
Doucette reported that their calls are quite high this month. Six members will be attending a wilderness search and rescue training.
Memorial Day, Monday, May 28 after the parade the First Responders will be having their luncheon fundraiser at the Rec. Building.
Stevens reviewed the April Calendar.
Stevens explained that her last year of MMCI (Minnesota Municipal Clerks Institute) hosted by St. Cloud State University was a very great learning experience and that she graduated from the Institute.
Stevens reviewed the Garage Sale Map
Lange reported that the Commissioners approved a building permit for a 26’x48’ shed at 311 Borsgrom Street.
Held a special meeting on April 25 to discuss the installation of an approach off of Tower Road.
They also expressed concern of a dilapidated trailer home that was moved onto a property on West Street.
Bartells discussed the progress of Heritage Days.
The Rec Board presented their minutes.
The Safety Committee meeting is postponed to 6:30 on August 14 at the Fire Hall.
Frank is planning to test the water pressure this week at the new Maintenance Building, and informed the Council that filling in the seams in the concrete floor will also be done in the near future.
Stevens updated the situation with the Electronic Speed signs.
The date for an open house for the new City Hall location and the new Maintenance Building is tabled until the June 4 Council Meeting.
Everything Signs created a sign for the new Public Works Building for $250.00. Frank will be in charge of the installation.
The book drop at the Library has been replaced; it just needs some minor adjustments.
The council learned that the contract with Schlenner Wenner is up this year.
Mayor Johnson suggested we send out a survey to ask the people of Upsala what they would like in their community. The survey will go out in the fall newsletter.
Today is the first time the City Council has gone paperless at their regular city council meeting. The Council has agreed to use computers to access the City Council Packet and Agenda again for the next couple of meetings.
Lange moved to approve Resolution 5-7-18-1 a Resolution regarding the Administration of the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act, 2nd by Bartells. Motion carried unanimously.
Recognition to the Upala First Response Team and Firefighters for escorting the Veterans from the surrounding area as they returned from their trip to Viet Nam.
Recognition to our Vietnam Veterans for serving our country at a time when being in the military was unappreciated. And also to all veterans for your service and sacrifice.
Lange moved to approve the bills as presented, 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously.
Lange moved to adjourn at 10:00 p.m., 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously.
Michelle Stevens, Clerk/Treasurer