Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a City Council Meeting was duly held in the City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 12th day of April 2022. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Henke.
The following members were present: Mayor Doug Henke, Council Members Dan Rechtzigel, Mary Bailey, Kim Helgeson, and Molly Ryan
Also, present: Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Attorney Scott Riggs, Finance Clerk Kathy Flikke, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Todd Greseth, and Don Kirchmann
Via Zoom: Michelle Vlasak reporter for Kenyon Leader
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Goodhue County Commissioner, Todd Greseth, gave an update on what is happening in the County. The May Commissioner’s meeting will be held at City Hall in Kenyon.
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Bailey second by Ryan to approve the amended agenda.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Rechtzigel second by Henke to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 73496 through 73625; 3900E through 3952E.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS
The annual municipal prosecution report was tabled until the May meeting.
ENGINEERING
Pearl Creek and Forest Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements Update
City Engineer Olinger stated that three proposals for television inspection of sanitary sewer along Pearl Creek and Forest Street were received.
Proposals for Sanitary Sewer Televising and Cleaning
Motion by Ryan second by Bailey to accept Empire Pipe Services proposal for sanitary sewer televising & cleaning of the Pearl Creek and Forest Street mains in the amount of $12,782.68.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Chip Seal Project
City Engineer Derek Olinger stated that two quotes were received for the planned chip sealing and crack sealing in town.
Proposals for 2022 Bituminous Chip Seal Project
Motion by Rechtzigel second by to accept the Pearson Bros. Inc. proposal for the 2022 Bituminous Chip Seal Project and authorize staff to proceed with additional street chip sealing to reach a total of the budgeted amount of $60,000. Motion carried 5-0-0.
LEGAL
Resolution 2022-11: Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund - Elect to Use the Standard Allowance Under the Revenue Loss Provision
Attorney Riggs stated that the adoption of this resolution would provide the most flexibility for the City to use the $206,000 in Coronavirus Recovery Funds.
Motion by Ryan seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2022-11.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Resolution 2022-13: Approving State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreements with the City of Kenyon on Behalf of City Prosecuting Attorney and Police Department
Attorney Riggs stated that this joint-powers agreement between the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, and the City Prosecuting Attorney and Police Department needed to be renewed. This agreement would be in effect for five years and allow us to utilize the State's criminal justice data network.
Motion by Henke second by Rechtzigel to adopt Resolution 2022-13.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
MetroNet Franchise Letter Agreement
Attorney Riggs reviewed MetroNet’s request for Council approval of an agreement to allow them to install high speed internet in the City. Riggs worked on finalizing the original agreement a year ago but did not hear back from MetroNet until last week. Metronet would be offering high-speed internet only.
Motion by Bailey second by Ryan to approve the MetroNet agreement with the City of Kenyon.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Agriculture Land Lease Renewal – Scott Wickum 2022-2024
Attorney Riggs stated that the land lease for the 10.5 acres east of the sewer plant needs to be renewed. The proposed lease rate would be $170 per acre in 2022 and $180 in 2023 and 2024.
Motion by Bailey seconded by Henke to approve the Ag land lease renewal with Scott Wickum for 2022-2024.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
2nd Street Saloon LLC dba Lacey’s – Caterer’s Permit On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor
Attorney Riggs stated that Heather Thram, representing 2nd Street Saloon LLC, was seeking a local caterer’s permit to hold a Mother's Day event and possibly other future events at the Kenyon Event Center.
Motion by Rechtzigel seconded by Bailey to approve the catering permit for 2nd Street Saloon LLC dba Lacey’s Kitchen and Cocktails. Motion carried 5-0-0.
Fire Relief Bingo Application
Attorney Riggs stated that the Kenyon Fire Relief Association was seeking Council approval to conduct charitable gambling involving Bingo only at the Kenyon Muni.
Resolution 2022-14: Approving the Application for Lawful Gambling of Kenyon Firemen’s Relief Association
Motion by Ryan second by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2022-14. Motion carried 5-0-0.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Police Department 2022 Ford Interceptor
Police Chief Sjoblom reported on the purchase of a 2022 Ford Interceptor SUV that was located to replace the 2013 Ford Squad car that was totaled in March. The state contract price with the equipment installed would be $48,931. These funds would come from several sources including the sale of the 2014 squad, the insurance settlement from the totaled squad, 2022 City budgeted amount, and Covid funds.
Motion by Helgeson seconded by Ryan to approve the purchase of the 2022 Ford Interceptor for the police department. Motion carried 5-0-0.
Resolution 2022-12: In Support of Minnesota State House File 2821 and Minnesota Senate File 2670 – Statewide Public Safety Radio Communications System Equipment Grants
Motion by Rechtzigel seconded by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2022-12. Motion carried 5-0-0.
Declare Old First Responder Truck as Excess Inventory
Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Ehrich stated that the Fire Department received the new First Responder Rescue Truck. They are requesting approval to sell the old rescue truck.
Motion by Ryan seconded by Helgeson to declare the old first responder truck as excess inventory.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Kenyon Country Club - Request for City Approval to Conduct Goose Egg/Nest Removal Golf Course
Mayor Henke reviewed a letter received from the MN DNR that outlined the issues concerning the damage created by the geese at the Kenyon Country Club. The letter also explained the process of the egg/nest management in this area. The Country Club would like Council approval to proceed with the DNR plan.
Motion by Henke seconded by Ryan to approve the request from the Kenyon Country Club to proceed with the DNR goose egg/nest removal plan at the golf course. Motion carried 5-0-0.
VFW Liquor License Renewal
Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to renew the VFW’s liquor license including Sunday sales.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Board of Appeals and Equalization Meeting – Thursday, April 14, 2021
Mayor Henke reminded the Council that the Board of Appeals and Equalization meeting will be held Thursday, April 14 at 5:00 pm. At least three Council members must be in attendance including one Council member who is certified by the State for the Board of Adjustment hearing.
Schedule of Upcoming Meetings
Board of Appeal & Equalization: Thursday, April 14th @ 5:00 p.m.
KMU Meeting: Tuesday, April 19th @ 2:00 p.m.
EDA Meeting: Tuesday, April 26 @ 8:00 a.m.
City Council Meeting: Tuesday, May 10th @ 7 p.m.
COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS
Motion by Ryan second by Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Holli Gudknecht, Administrative Assistant
Douglas Henke, Mayor
