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 March 2024. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Henke.
The following members were present: Mayor Doug Henke, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Molly Ryan
Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Beth Giese, Kevin Maring, Earl Merchlewitz
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
CITIZEN COMMENT
ADOPT AGENDA
Motion by Ryan second by Bailey to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Sjolander second by Helgeson to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 75792 through 75876; 4861E through 4894E.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS
KW School’s Habitat for Humanity House – Superintendent Giese
Superintendent Beth Giese provided an update on a Habitat for Humanity house project that the High School will be constructing during the 2024-25 school year. The house would be located in the Countryside Meadows development south of the high school. The Consumer Science class will be assisting with the designing and painting.
Earl Merchlewitz – Emergency Management Director
Earl Merchlewitz, Director of Goodhue County Emergency Management, introduced himself and provided an update on the activities his office has been involved with over the last year.
ENGINEERING
Trail Committee Summary
Engineer Olinger stated that the first meeting of the Kenyon Trail Committee was held on February 27. This spring and summer, the committee will focus on gathering community support and feedback on a potential trail through pop-up event stands, surveys, and other activities. The next meeting is scheduled for April 9 at 5:00 pm.
CSAH 12 Project Update
City Engineer Olinger stated that a partnership agreement with the county engineer for the construction of County Road 12 should be ready for the April council meeting.
LEGAL
2024 Agreement with Luis Tellez – Taco Express
Attorney Riggs stated that Luis Tellez, owner of Taco Express has submitted the Annual Lease Agreement for his mobile food truck to operate on city owned space directly east of the Municipal Liquor Store. Vahlsing recommended increasing the agreement amount by $20 for a lease amount of $450 for 2024.
Motion by Bailey seconded by Ryan to approve the 2024 agreement with Luis Tellez – Taco Express for $450.00. Motion carried 5-0-0.
Lot Combination – Kevin Maring
Attorney Riggs stated that Kevn Maring requested approval to combine two lots located at 201 and 203 Bergen Street. Kevin Maring stated that he would like to combine the lots and build a garage.
Resolution 2024-07: Approving Lot Combination (Maring)
Motion by Sjolander second by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2024-07 approving the lot combination for Kevin Maring. Motion carried 5-0-0.
OLD BUSINESS
Muni Roof Quotes
Administrator Vahlsing stated that three quotes were received for replacing the Muni roof. Staff would recommend the quote from Chandler Roofing in the amount $40,640. The plan is to get an interfund loan from KMU to finance this project.
Motion by Ryan seconded by Helgeson to accept the quote from Chandler Roofing in the amount of $40,640 for replacing the Muni roof. Motion carried 5-0-0.
Salary Survey
At the work session Robert Bjorkland reviewed the salary study and pay scale recommendations. The department heads will put together additional information on job comparisons in our area. The personnel committee will meet the last week of March to review this information. A council work session will be tentatively be scheduled for 5:30 pm before the April council meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
On-Sale Liquor License Renewal- Kenyon Country Club
Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to renew Kenyon Country Club’s liquor license.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Schedule of Upcoming Meetings
KMU Meeting: Tuesday, March 19th @ 4:00 p.m.
City Council Meeting: Tuesday, April 9th @ 7 p.m.
COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS
Council Member Helgeson stated that Park and Rec Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 30.
Administrator Vahlsing thanked all the election judges who worked at the Presidential Nomination Primary.
Motion by Ryan second by Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 7:43 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0-0.
Holli Gudknecht, Administrative Assistant Douglas Henke, Mayor
