Jackson public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing and consider the 2022 General Fund Budget and final tax levy. The body will also review city fees, rates, and charges for 2022.

• Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
• Resolution No. 72-1221 approving the 2022 General Fund Budget
• Resolution No. 71-1221 approving a Final Tax Levy for taxes collectible in 2022
• Ordinance No. 117 regarding City Fees, Rates and Charges for 2022
• Ordinance No. 118 authorizing conveyance of real estate to Scott T. Beckel and Mary A. Beckel

The Jackson City Council approved a final tax levy increase of 3.75% for taxes collectible in 2022, totaling $1,654,371, and adopted the 2022 General Fund budget of $3,643,530. The council also approved a second consideration of Ordinance No. 117, which sets city fees, rates, and charges for 2022, including a water base fee increase and a 40-cent per 1,000 gallons usage fee increase. Additionally, the council approved resolutions supporting a Safe Routes to School grant application, writing off delinquent utility debts, appointing Laura Stubbe to the HRA Board, and approving an audit engagement letter with Abdo.

• Approved Resolution No. 71-1221 final tax levy increase of 3.75% for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 72-1221 2022 General Fund budget of $3,643,530 (unanimous)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance No. 117 setting 2022 fees, rates, and charges (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 67-1221 supporting Thomas Hill Sidewalk Gap SRTS grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 68-1221 writing off certain delinquent utilities as bad debt (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 69-1221 appointing Laura Stubbe to HRA Board (unanimous)
• Approved audit engagement letter with Abdo (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 118 authorizing real estate conveyance to Beckels (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution regarding special assessments for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project. The body is also reviewing 2022 city fees, rates, and charges, and the allocation of ARPA funds.

• Public Hearing on Special Assessments for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project
• First Consideration of Ordinance No. 117 regarding City Fees, Rates and Charges for 2022
• Resolution No. 64-1221 accepting ARPA Funds Allocation
• Quote from Fresco for two replacement decorative light poles and fixtures for $10,386 plus shipping
• Liquor license renewal applications for 10 establishments for 2022

The Jackson City Council approved Resolution No. 65-1221 for the South Highway 71 segment of the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project special assessment roll, but deferred the assessment for 712 U.S. Highway 71 South after the property owners requested a waiver. The council also approved pay applications for street and airport projects, accepted additional ARPA funds, gave first consideration to the 2022 fee ordinance, and supported the Fire Department's efforts to purchase an aerial platform truck.

• Approved Resolution No. 65-1221 approving the South Highway 71 sewer assessment roll, minus the property at 712 U.S. Highway 71 South for this year (unanimous)
• Approved 2020-2021 Street, Utilities and Parking Lot Improvements Pay Application No. 10 to Duininck's Inc. for $262,617.83 (unanimous)
• Approved Airport 2021 Crack Sealing Project Pay Application No. 1 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for $70,197.88 (unanimous)
• Approved quote from Thate's Tree Service for airport tree mitigation on Meneely property for $59,850 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 64-1221 accepting supplemental ARPA funds of $11,015.92 (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 117 setting City fees, rates and charges for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved motion supporting Jackson Fire Department's efforts to purchase an aerial platform truck (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider the 2022 Annual Appropriations and a special assessment list for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project. The body is also reviewing several grant applications and personnel authorizations.

• Proposal to increase Fire Department Relief Association Benefit from $2,400 to $3,000 per year of service
• Appraisal of land south of Sunset View Subdivision for a fee not to exceed $2,000
• Designation of Good Shepherd Hall at 1015 Sherman Street as the 2022 local polling place
• Approval of 719 South Street Sidewalk Reconstruction Program Application
• Amendment to Jackson Business Challenge Program rules regarding business locations

The Jackson City Council approved increasing the Fire Department Relief Association benefit from $2,400 to $3,000 per year of service, with no dissenting votes. The council also approved the 2022 annual appropriations, including $14,000 for the Chamber of Commerce, $9,000 for Fort Belmont, and $8,000 for the Jackson Center for the Arts. A resolution was passed to dissolve the Ambulance Service's Tax ID number as part of integrating ambulance funds into city operations. The council also set a public hearing for December 7 on special assessments for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project and accepted a $5,000 Clean Energy Resource Teams grant for a bicycle rewards program.

• Approved increasing Fire Department Relief Association benefit from $2,400 to $3,000 per year of service (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 59-1121 approving slum-blight area for Small Cities Development Program grant application (5-0)
• Accepted Clean Energy Resource Teams grant of $5,000 for bicycle rewards program (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 63-1121 setting public hearing for Dec. 7 on special assessments for Sanitary Sewer Extension Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 61-1121 dissolving Ambulance Service Tax ID number (5-0)
• Approved 2022 annual appropriations: $14,000 Chamber, $9,000 Fort Belmont, $8,000 Arts, $5,000 Cemetery match, $8,000 Summer Rec, $3,000 Food Shelf (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 62-1121 designating Good Shepherd Hall as 2022 polling place (5-0)
• Approved accepting offers for 120 East Maple Street lot, subject to EDA guidelines and tax liens (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several personnel wage increases and ambulance policy changes. The body is also discussing a labor agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers and a MnDOT airport agreement.

• Agreement between the City of Jackson and International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 49, AFL-CIO
• MnDOT Airport Maintenance and Operations Agreement for 2021-2023
• 2020-2021 Street, Utilities and Parking Lot Improvements Project Pay Application No. 9
• Increase of annual clothing allowance for City Hall and Liquor Store Staff from $50 to $125
• Clarification of Rental Housing Ordinance Licensing and Inspection Fees

The Jackson City Council approved several items, including a two-year union contract with the International Union of Operating Engineers, an engineering agreement for airport tree mitigation, a 2022 contract with CEDA for economic development, a $441,386.86 payment for the street project, and a MnDOT airport maintenance agreement. They also approved fund closures and transfers, set Christmas holiday days off for employees, and tabled action on brush removal from the Des Moines River pending cost estimates.

• Approved Consent Agenda minus Item D(4) (unanimous)
• Approved Mayo Ambulance ALS Intercept Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved engineering agreement for Airport Tree Mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 55-1121 union contract with IUOE Local 49 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 CEDA contract (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application No. 9 for $441,386.86 to Duininck's Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 54-1121 MnDOT Airport Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 58-1121 Fund Closures and Transfers (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second consideration of Ordinance No. 117 regarding multiple dwellings on one lot. The body will also discuss updates to the rental housing ordinance and engineering proposals for downtown alley reconstruction.

• Public hearing and second consideration of Ordinance No. 117 (Multiple Dwellings on One Lot)
• Ordinance No. 115 Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021
• Engineering proposals for topographical surveys for Downtown Alley Reconstruction Project (River St., Emily St., and Riverside Drives)
• EDA recommendation for Downtown Facade Grant Application for 605 Second Street
• EDA recommendation to apply for SCDP Grant Program for residential and commercial properties

The Jackson City Council approved the second consideration of Ordinance No. 117, which prohibits more than one single-family dwelling per lot in R-2 and R-3 zoning districts, and Ordinance No. 115, which updates the rental housing ordinance to require city inspections and a local property manager. The council also approved several other items, including engineering services for topographical surveys, a liquor store security camera upgrade, a grant application, a safe electronic funds transfer policy, and a letter of intent for a Safe Routes to School grant.

• Approved second consideration of Ordinance No. 117 (multiple dwellings on one lot) (unanimous)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance No. 115 (rental housing ordinance update) (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services for topographical surveys for downtown alleys, River Street, Emily Street, and Riverside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Heartland Security quote for new liquor store security camera system (unanimous)
• Approved EDA recommendation to apply for SCDP grant for residential and commercial properties (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 53-1021 adopting Safe Electronic Funds Transfer Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized submitting letter of intent for Safe Routes to School Grant for Thomas Hill Sidewalk Gap Project (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss airport zoning and improvement grants from MnDOT. The body is also considering sidewalk reconstruction applications and snow removal bids for city facilities.

• Sidewalk Reconstruction Program applications for 619 and 703 Morrison Avenue
• MnDOT Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Offer to update Airport Zoning Ordinance
• MnDOT Grant Agreement for Airport Improvement SPA3201-76
• Snow removal bids for 2021-2023 for City Hall, Library, Liquor Store and Senior Center
• Application for Clean Energy Resource Teams (Certs) Grant for a Business Bicycling Incentive Program

The Jackson City Council approved Pay Application No. 8 for the 2020-2021 Street and Utilities and Parking Lot Improvements Project, paying $862,113.01 to Duininck's Incorporated. The Council also approved $53,680.52 for new fire department turnout gear and a battery-operated jaws of life, and extended the city's COVID relief policy (no late fees, no disconnects) through April 30, 2022. Additionally, the Council accepted a MnDOT grant to update the Airport Zoning Ordinance and approved a $4,704 sidewalk repair quote.

• Approved Pay Application No. 8 for $862,113.01 to Duininck's Incorporated for the street and utilities project.
• Approved $20,919.52 for eight sets of fire turnout gear and $32,761 for a battery-operated jaws of life.
• Approved snow removal bids for 2021-2023: Polz's Lawncare for City Hall and Senior Center, Beckel's Cheapscapes for Liquor Store and Library.
• Approved $4,704 quote from Precision Concrete Cutting for sidewalk lip repair in two downtown areas.
• Approved accepting MnDOT FY2022 grant offer to update the Airport Zoning Ordinance.
• Approved Resolution No. 51-1021 approving the MnDOT Grant Agreement for Airport Improvement SP A3201-76.
• Approved continuing the COVID Relief Policy (no late fees, no disconnects) through April 30, 2022.
• Approved a proclamation declaring October 2021 as Manufacturing Month.

City Council

The City Council will consider a preliminary tax levy for 2021 taxes collectable in 2022. The body will also review updates to rental housing and utility service ordinances.

• Resolution No. 49-021 setting Preliminary Tax Levy 2021 Taxes Collectable 2022
• Ordinance No. 115 Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021
• Ordinance No. 116 Single Utility Service Connections
• Ordinance No. 117 Multiple Dwellings on One Lot
• Variance application for a 3-foot-high fence at 140 Thomas Hill Road

The Jackson City Council unanimously approved forming a committee to review and revise the proposed rental housing ordinance (No. 115), which would replace self-inspections with city-contracted inspections. The council also approved a 4.5% preliminary tax levy increase for 2022, adopted Ordinance No. 116 on single utility service connections, and gave first consideration to Ordinance No. 117 limiting multiple dwellings on one lot. A public hearing for Ordinance No. 117 is set for October 19.

• Formed committee to review Ordinance No. 115 rental housing ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 4.5% preliminary tax levy for 2022, $1,666,183 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 116 Single Utility Service Connections (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 117 Multiple Dwellings on One Lot (unanimous)
• Closed Main Street for Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 28 (unanimous)
• Designated Building Inspector Harry Jenness as State Fire Marshall designee (unanimous)
• Declared 2001 Ford F250 truck as surplus and solicited bids (unanimous)
• Continued Volunteer Recognition Program (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a rental housing ordinance update and a TIF transfer from JEDC to AGCO for a spec building purchase. The body will also review pay applications for airport paving, street and utilities improvements, and downtown electric conversion.

• First Consideration of Ordinance No. 115 Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021
• Resolution approving TIF transfer from JEDC to AGCO for spec building purchase
• Airport Hangar Paving Project Final Pay Application
• 2020-21 Street and Utilities Improvement Project Pay Application No. 7
• Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project Pay Application No. 2

The Jackson City Council approved the first consideration of Ordinance No. 115, updating the rental housing ordinance to require city inspections instead of self-inspections, with enforcement provisions including fines and license revocation. The council also approved first readings of ordinances on single utility service connections and tabled a multiple dwellings ordinance. Several pay applications were approved for construction projects, and the council approved a TIF transfer from JEDC to AGCO for the sale of the spec building.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 115 (Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021) on a 4-1 vote, with Alderman Cushman voting against.
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 116 (Single Utility Service Connections) unanimously.
• Tabled Ordinance No. 117 (Multiple Dwellings on One Lot) until reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Approved Pay Application No. 2 for the Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project in the amount of $179,209.52 to MP Nexlevel.
• Approved Pay Application No. 7 for the 2020-21 Street and Utilities Improvement Project in the amount of $505,251.04 to Duininck, Incorporated.
• Approved the final pay application for the Airport Hangar Paving Project in the amount of $11,133.82 to Svoboda Excavating.
• Approved Resolution No. 47-0921 transferring the TIF agreement from JEDC to AGCO for the purchase of the JEDC spec building, with Alderman Vee abstaining.
• Approved the purchase of 18 Mach V disc golf course baskets from DGA for $6,604.85.

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizations for the Jackson Fall Fest on September 18, including street closures and a street dance. The body is also considering an amendment to the Rental Housing Ordinance and the appointment of Brad Tusa to the Planning Commission.

• One-day temporary liquor license for Jackson Knights of Columbus event on September 18, 2021
• First consideration of Rental Housing Ordinance Amendment
• Proposal to 'Opt In' for Airport Funds through the American Rescue Act of 2021
• Park Board recommendation to limit park shelter rentals to one per day
• Appointment of Brad Tusa to the Planning Commission

The Jackson City Council tabled action on proposed amendments to the Rental Housing Ordinance to allow the City Attorney to review enforcement provisions and research surrounding communities' practices. The council approved several other items, including street closures and a community festival declaration for Fall Fest, a $10,000 appropriation for the Shark Tank Business Challenge, a $25,000 appropriation for the Facade Improvement Program, and a $22,000 airport fund opt-in. All votes were unanimous.

• Tabled amended Rental Housing Ordinance for review (unanimous)
• Approved Sherman Street closure for Fall Fest street dance (unanimous)
• Declared Fall Fest a Community Festival (unanimous)
• Approved downtown street closures for Fall Fest (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 for Shark Tank Business Challenge 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 for Facade Improvement Program 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $22,000 airport funds opt-in via American Rescue Act (unanimous)
• Approved Brad Tusa appointment to Planning Commission (unanimous)

Planning Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a variance request from Boun Sengsavang and Andrea Hatfield to build a 3-foot front-yard fence at 140 Thomas Hill Road, pending further review of fence placement and property conditions. The commission also directed staff to draft an ordinance prohibiting two houses on the same lot, following concerns about a planned second house at 807 Bailey Street.

• Tabled variance for 3-foot fence at 140 Thomas Hill Road (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance prohibiting two houses on same lot
• Opened public hearing on fence variance (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a personnel recommendation for a new Ambulance Director and discuss several utility and infrastructure items. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine bills and project updates.

• Hire of Chris Burban as full-time Ambulance Director at $31.30/hr
• Sewer and water line hook-up for property at 807 Bailey Street
• 2020-2021 Street and Utilities and Parking Lots Improvement Project Pay Application No. 6
• Minnesota Department of Commerce Agreement for Water Bill Assistance
• South Street Improvement Project letter to residents

The Jackson City Council approved three payments and agreements at its August 3, 2021 meeting. It approved Pay Application No. 2 for the airport hangar paving project ($271,920.88 to Svoboda Excavating) and Pay Application No. 6 for the 2020-2021 street and utilities project ($273,190.41 to Duininck, Inc.). The council also approved a letter of support for Jefferson Lines' grant application and an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Commerce for water bill assistance. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Airport Hangar Paving Project Pay Application No. 2 for $271,920.88 to Svoboda Excavating (unanimous)
• Approved 2020-2021 Street and Utilities and Parking Lots Improvements Pay Application No. 6 for $273,190.41 to Duininck, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Jefferson Lines' 5311(F) grant application to MnDOT (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Minnesota Department of Commerce for water bill assistance, Oct 1, 2020 - Sep 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring personnel hires, license renewals, and financial resolutions. The body will also discuss infrastructure updates and applications for firefighters.

• Increase maximum home value for HOME Downpayment Assistance from $100,000 to $150,000
• Hire of Kirsten Lorenz as Assistant Ambulance Director at $20 per hour
• Sidewalk Reconstruction Program Application for 705 Sixth Street
• Development Agreement resolutions involving Ashley Estates Reclamation Trust and Chad and Brad Properties, LLC
• Storage Unit Hangar Rent for Larry Hansen at $75 and $37.50 per month

The Jackson City Council unanimously voted to not proceed with Summit Locations' request to place a billboard on airport property, following concerns about revenue, easements, and the length of the agreement. The council also approved a peddlers permit for Tim Jeske's Thai food trailer, authorized advertising for new firefighters, and approved two construction pay applications. Updates were given on the Safe Routes to Schools plan, Southwest Minnesota Broadband, and street projects.

• Denied Summit Locations' billboard request on airport property (unanimous)
• Approved peddlers permit for Tim Jeske's Thai food trailer for 12 months (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for firefighter applications (unanimous)
• Approved South Highway Street and Utilities Improvements Pay Application No. 10 and Final for $78,513.04 to GM Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Overhead to Underground Electric Project Pay Application No. 1 for $153,170.29 to MP Nexlevel (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a housing workshop. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Housing Workshop

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss hiring a part-time EMT for the Ambulance Department. The council will also enter a closed session regarding the purchase or sale of property.

• Hire Kirsten Lorenz as part-time EMT for the Ambulance Department
• Closed session regarding the purchase or sale of property

Parks Recreation Board

The Jackson Park Board approved a free rental of the Ashley Park Shelter House to Our Saviors Church for a private event on 7/21/2021, and approved creation of a community garden Facebook page with the city as administrator. The board discussed updating rental policy language and raising shelter rental prices, but no formal action was taken on those items. Updates were provided on the Zimmerli Park gardens, including a FarmBot proposal, and the Splash Pad completion.

• Approved free use of Ashley Park Shelter House for Our Saviors Church on 7/21/2021 (motion by Lynne, seconded by Mike G.)
• Approved creation of a Facebook page for Zimmerli Park community garden, with City of Jackson as administrator (motion by Lynne, seconded by Luke)

City Council

The City Council will consider several pay applications for street, sewer, and airport projects. The body is also reviewing a hazardous building letter for the Downtown Building and a land purchase option for future housing.

• Payment of $16,982.50 to Commercial Recreation Specialists for splashpad construction
• Quote of $5,493 from Fairmont Glass for City Hall ADA Door Operators
• Hazardous Building Letter for the Downtown Building (the Alamo)
• Option to purchase land for future housing via JEDC Agreement
• Resolution No. 37-0721 establishing Liquor Store employee time off and weekend work policy

The Jackson City Council approved several pay applications, including $273,636.10 for the airport hangar pavement project, $556,087.62 for street improvements, and $225,540.94 for the sanitary sewer extension. They also approved a $6,820 reimbursement for a privacy fence at Jackson Pines, a $26,523 lift station upgrade, and a final $16,982.50 payment for the splashpad. Action on a proposed billboard lease was tabled pending more details, and a special meeting was set for July 13.

• Approved Airport Hangar Pavement Reconstruction Project Pay Application No. 1 for $273,636.10 to Svoboda Excavating.
• Approved reimbursement to Jackson Good Samaritan Society for a privacy fence at Jackson Pines Twin Homes for $6,820.
• Approved 2021 Street, Utilities and Parking Lot Improvements Pay Application No. 5 for $556,087.62 to Duininck, Incorporated.
• Approved Sanitary Sewer Extension Project Pay Application No. 15 for $225,540.94 to Svoboda Excavating.
• Approved quotes from Tri-State Pump and Control for $26,523 to upsize base elbows and volutes at Lift Station No. 2.
• Approved final payment of $16,982.50 to Commercial Recreation Specialists for the Splashpad.
• Tabled action on Summit Locations Billboard Lease until more details are available.
• Approved letters of support for Rebuilding Together Twin Cities.

City Council

The City Council will review a consent agenda including financial approvals and personnel hires. The body will also discuss street closures for community festivals and amendments to TIF District 3-4 boundaries.

• Forgiving 1/2 of the Ashley Trust’s $490,000 Promissory Note to the City
• Proposed $50 per month charge for AMI Meter Refusal starting July 1, 2021
• Approval of $3,000 for the School Resource Officer Program
• Resolution No. 34-0621 to amend Boundaries of TIF District 3-4
• Authorization to advertise the sale of Ballard Avenue Development Lots

The Jackson City Council approved Resolution No. 34-0621 to amend TIF District 3-4 boundaries, removing three lots from the district. They also approved a block party request, a community festival alcohol permit, and the sale advertisement for Ballard Avenue lots. A motion to barricade the Alamo building failed.

• Approved Resolution No. 34-0621 amending TIF District 3-4 boundaries.
• Approved Rick Reed's block party request with a band at 113 Pond Drive on July 16, 2021.
• Approved Bridget Kolander-Gilbert's request to declare Jackson Days a community festival and permit alcohol service on Sherman Street.
• Approved the EDA recommendation to advertise the sale of Ballard Avenue Development Lots.
• Approved the updated City Boards and Commissions list.
• Approved the Jackson Nationals as a Special Designated Event from June 18-28, 2021.
• Failed motion to barricade sidewalks around the Alamo building (101 Ashley Street West).

Parks Recreation Board

The Jackson Park Board discussed requests from the Jackson Center for the Arts for power outlets and picnic tables for Art/Music in the Park events, and directed Neal to prepare three to four picnic tables for the selected dates. The board also discussed community garden expansion, dog park placement, and shelter house repairs, but no formal votes were taken.

• Directed Neal to have 3-4 picnic tables ready for Art/Music in the Park dates
• Lynne to check with Dave DeJong about a Memorial Bench donation
• Luke and Matt to confirm occupancy of Zimmerli Park garden plots
• Matt to chat with neighbors about dog park near disc golf course on 6/9/2021
• Matt to reach out to Lions Club about Ashley Park shelter roof repair
• Plan to discuss cleaning charge for Ashley Park shelter house at next meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds and an owner-engineer agreement for the Jackson Airport runway shift. The body is also reviewing lifeguard wage increases and various infrastructure projects.

• Resolution No. 28-0621 to accept American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Owner-Engineer Agreement for Jackson Airport Design Runway Shift Parallel Taxiway and Connectors
• Pool Board recommendation to increase lifeguard starting wage to $11 per hour
• Sale of Water Plant Dressen Trailer to Jim Goodwin for $1,201
• Street closure request on Second Street (Main Street) for June 23, 2021

The Jackson City Council accepted Alderwoman Nicole Hall's resignation, declared a vacancy, and appointed Michael More to fill her First Ward seat. The council approved a $388,646.68 payment to Duininck for street and utility work, authorized an engineering agreement with HDR for airport design, accepted $333,795 in federal ARPA funds, and approved an online bill pay portal with the city absorbing the $1.25 transaction fee. A street closure for a hotdog night and toy-hauler parade on June 23 was approved, and a Tyler Technologies customer interface quote was tabled.

• Accepted Alderwoman Nicole Hall's resignation effective May 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael More to fill First Ward vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate No. 4 of $388,646.68 to Duininck for street project (unanimous)
• Approved HDR airport design services agreement pending land appraisals (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 28-0621 accepting $333,795 in ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved online bill pay portal with city absorbing $1.25 transaction fee (unanimous)
• Approved street closure on Second Street for June 23 hotdog night and parade (unanimous)
• Tabled Tyler Technologies customer interface quote (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss airport runway reconstruction and crack sealing quotes. The body is also considering updates to the 2021 City Fee Schedule and a request to use the Fire Hall for a safety seat clinic.

• Ordinance No. 114 updating the 2021 City Fee Schedule
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Project engineering fee estimate
• Minnesota Rural Water Association smoke testing for $50 a block
• Health Care Foundation grant of $9,107.53 and Safety First Playground Maintenance quote of $25,216
• Indirect Utility Service Line Agreement for 2000 Wedgewood Lane

The Jackson City Council approved a resolution expressing support for the Second Amendment on a 3-1 vote, with Alderman Cushman dissenting. The council also accepted a $45,700 quote for airport crack sealing and extended the project to use remaining state grant funds, and approved several other items including a new transformer for Riverside Elementary, a smoke testing contract, and a grant for an inclusive playground swirl.

• Approved Resolution No. 26-0521 supporting the Second Amendment (3-1)
• Accepted $45,700 quote from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for airport crack sealing, extended to use remaining grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 agreement with KLJ Engineering for Independent Fee Estimate (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-0521 for MnDOT airport expense reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved $10,995 quote from B & B Transformer for Riverside Elementary transformer (unanimous)
• Approved Minnesota Rural Water Association smoke testing at $50 per block (unanimous)
• Approved $25,216 quote for Inclusive Swirl playground equipment, with $9,107.53 grant (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 114 updating 2021 fee schedule (unanimous)

Parks Recreation Board

The Jackson Park Board recommended Council approval of the Community Garden guidelines and waiver form, contingent on City Attorney review. They also accepted a Healthcare Foundation grant of about $9,900 for the inclusion swirl project, with remaining funds to come from park board and capital reserve funding. The board discussed updates on the dog park/disc golf project, trails, and other park maintenance items.

• Recommended Council approval of Community Garden guidelines and waiver (motion by Chris, second by Mike Gruhlke)
• Accepted Healthcare Foundation grant of ~$9,900 for inclusion swirl project (motion by Lynne, second by Luke)

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative approvals and discuss infrastructure and public safety updates. Key items include a manganese reduction pilot study for the water plant and the appointment of an interim ambulance director.

• Water Plant Media Selection and Manganese Reduction Pilot Study Proposal
• Appointment of Mike Muchlinski as Interim Ambulance Director
• Renewal of Peddler’s License for Lep’s Take Me Out Food Truck
• Revolving Loan Fund Application for Donnie Schoenrock
• Memorial Day Parade and Program request from American Legion Post 130

The Jackson City Council approved a major restructuring of the Ambulance Department, including new bylaws, job descriptions, and the appointment of an interim director. They also approved a $14,500 water pilot study, a $19,750 breaker cleaning contract, and the first reading of a fee ordinance. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ambulance Department by-laws amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Ambulance job descriptions contingent on labor attorney review (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Muchlinski as Interim Ambulance Director and authorized advertising for permanent director (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 114 amending fees, rates, and charges (unanimous)
• Approved $14,500 SEH water plant pilot study (unanimous)
• Approved $19,750 MRES breaker cleaning and relay testing quote (unanimous)
• Approved $15,660 purchase of 12 street light poles (unanimous)
• Approved NextEra survey agreement for $500 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items including seasonal staff hires and grant acceptances. Discussion items include ambulance staffing, the Jackson Art Mural Project, and street closures for Jackson Days.

• Seasonal Parks Department hires: Isaac Dunlavey ($12.00/hr), Simon Pell ($11.75/hr), Chris Gumto ($11.75/hr), and Travon Zeman ($11.50/hr)
• Jackson Business Challenge – Level 10 Fit Distribution: $10,000 release contingent upon invoices
• Street closures for Jackson Days on June 24, 2021: 2nd Street from Bailey to Sheridan and Sheridan Street from 1st to 2nd
• JEDC Land Transfer Proposal: Transfer of approximately 28 acres of residential land to the EDA
• Interim Use Permit for Kathie Hertz at 1102 White Street

The Jackson City Council approved a $28,971.77 contract with Bargen, Incorporated for crack sealing and repair on 5.1 miles of city trails. The council also approved the transfer of approximately 28 acres of land from the JEDC to the EDA for future housing development, and authorized hiring additional part-time ambulance staff, including Darci Fiala. All motions passed unanimously with no dissenting votes.

• Approved $28,971.77 trail crack seal/repair quote from Bargen, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved transfer of ~28 acres from JEDC to EDA for housing development (5-0)
• Authorized advertising and hiring of part-time EMTs, including Darci Fiala (5-0)
• Approved mural installations on three city-owned buildings (5-0)
• Approved street closures for Jackson Days on June 24, 2-7 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-0421 for Employee Sick Leave Donation Policy (5-0)
• Approved opting into FFCRA Employee Leave Program retroactive to April 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved up to $20,000 for new-used Parks Department pickup (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Jackson City Council approved the transfer of approximately 28 acres of land from the JEDC to the EDA for future housing development, with the JEDC to pay down its debt to the city. The council also approved several other items, including hiring part-time ambulance staff, installing murals on city buildings, closing streets for Jackson Days, a trail repair contract, a sick leave donation policy, opting into the FFCRA leave program, and purchasing a used pickup for the Parks Department. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved transfer of ~28 acres from JEDC to EDA (5-0)
• Authorized hiring of part-time ambulance staff, including Darci Fiala (5-0)
• Approved mural installations on three city buildings (5-0)
• Approved street closures for Jackson Days on June 24 (5-0)
• Approved $28,971.77 trail crack repair quote from Bargen Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-0421 sick leave donation policy (5-0)
• Approved opting into FFCRA employee leave program retroactive to April 1 (5-0)
• Approved up to $20,000 for new-used Parks Department pickup (5-0)

Parks Recreation Board

The Jackson Park Board voted to move forward with a disc golf course located behind MnWest, pending approval from the EDA and City Council. The board also approved a $28,000 trail repair quote, a $2,000 grant for Zimmerli Park, and fee waivers for the 4-H shelter house and a dog park fundraising event.

• Approved motion to move forward with disc golf course behind MnWest
• Approved Bargen quote for trail repair at $28,000
• Approved accepting $2,000 FRE grant for Zimmerli Park
• Approved waiving $25 shelter house fee for Jackson County 4-H
• Approved having Phil test drive park trucks in Zimmerman, MN
• Approved Ashley Park story stroll displays

City Council

The City Council will review recommendations for a Water Department trailer and an Electric Department truck. The body is also discussing an ambulance purchase and several bids for the sale of surplus city vehicles and equipment.

• Water Department Trailer purchase of $5,800 from Parkview Sales
• Purchase of a truck for the Electric Department
• Sale of 1998 Vee Plow and 1995 Ford F800 Dump Truck
• Maintenance bid for Downtown Planters and Landscaping for 2021 & 2022
• Adoption of MRES Distributed Generation Workbook as Small Power Production and Co-Generation Policy

The Jackson City Council approved the purchase of a new ambulance from Life Line Emergency Services for $200,199, funded from the Ambulance Department's money market account. The Council also adopted the MRES Bright Energy Choices Program, a voluntary green energy surcharge, and approved two new employee policies: a Respectful Workplace Policy and an Employee Disciplinary Process Policy. Several other routine items were approved, including an airport engineering agreement, a concrete crushing quote, and the sale of a surplus dump truck.

• Approved $200,199 ambulance purchase from Life Line Emergency Services (unanimous)
• Approved opting into MRES Bright Energy Choices Program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 19-0421 adopting MRES Distributed Generation Workbook (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 20-0421 Respectful Workplace Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-0421 Employee Disciplinary Process Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $12,800 airport pavement maintenance engineering agreement with HDR (unanimous)
• Approved $31,250 concrete crushing quote from Holtmeier Excavating (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,371 high bid from H&D Excavating for 1995 Ford F800 dump truck (unanimous)

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission unanimously recommended the City Council opt into the MRES Bright Energy Choices Program, allowing customers to purchase renewable energy credits. It also recommended adopting the Missouri River Energy Services Distributive Generation Workbook as the city's policy for small power production. Additionally, the commission recommended a policy for replacing faulty electric meter sockets and a threshold for billing temporary meter usage.

• Recommended the City Council opt into the MRES Bright Energy Choices Program.
• Recommended the City Council approve a resolution adopting the Missouri River Energy Services Distributive Generation Workbook.
• Recommended the City Council require electric customers to replace faulty meter sockets within 30 days, with the city providing the socket and the customer paying for labor.
• Recommended the City Council not bill customers for temporary meter usage of 100 kilowatt hours or less.

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure quotes for downtown electric conversion and a new ambulance. The body is also reviewing engineering and land acquisition contracts for the Jackson Municipal Airport runway projects.

• Proposal to hire HDR for engineering and construction of a new parallel runway at Jackson Municipal Airport
• Contract with ProSource Technologies for land acquisition for the Airport Runway Reconstruction Project
• Variance application for a 1,232 square foot accessory building at 252 North Pond Drive
• Resolution No. 16-0321 to fill a City Council vacancy
• Liquor license renewal for Bridget’s Bucksnorts Brew Haha & Grill

The Jackson City Council approved hiring HDR for the engineering and construction phases of the new parallel runway at the Jackson Municipal Airport. The council also approved a contract with ProSource Technologies for land acquisition services, contingent on review by the City Administrator and City Attorney. Action on purchasing a new ambulance was tabled to the April 6, 2021 meeting. The council also approved several other items, including quotes for electric materials and transformers, and declared two vehicles as surplus.

• Approved hiring HDR for the engineering and construction phases of the new parallel runway at the Jackson Municipal Airport.
• Approved a contract with ProSource Technologies for land acquisition services, contingent upon City Administrator and City Attorney approval.
• Tabled action on purchasing a new ambulance for $200,199 from Lifeline EMS Vehicles to the April 6, 2021 meeting.
• Approved a quote of $9,156.50 from Stuart C. Irby for miscellaneous electric materials for the Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project.
• Approved ordering replacement parts for downtown decorative street light poles up to $10,000.
• Approved quotes for two transformers from Border States Electric: $9,056.05 for a 45KVA and $10,114.26 for a 150KVA.
• Approved Resolution No. 17-0321 supporting the Greater Minnesota Housing Public Infrastructure Grant Program.
• Declared a 1998 Boss Reversible Vee-Plow and a 1995 Ford F800 Dump Truck as surplus property with a minimum bid of $1,000 each.

Parks Recreation Board

The Jackson Park Board approved a motion to allow Jackson Community Education to use the Ashley Park Shelter House for summer recreation programs on June 16 and July 28, 2021, with the payment waived but liability waiver required. The board also discussed plans for a dog park, snow grooming by Big Bend Snow Riders, and shelter house rental capacity, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved Jackson Community Education use of Ashley Park Shelter House for June and July 2021 events (motion by Luke, seconded by Jennifer)
• Discussed dog park location and features, no formal action
• Discussed Big Bend Snow Riders trail grooming proposal, no formal action
• Discussed shelter house rental at 25% capacity, tabled for further discussion
• Discussed Darren Wilson Memorial options, no formal action
• Discussed Zimmerli Park equipment quote of $25,754, no action

Planning Zoning Commission

The Jackson Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a variance for Brandon Finck to build a 28' by 44' accessory building (1,232 sq ft) at 252 North Pond Drive, with setbacks less than 4 feet from the north property line and less than 5 feet for a concrete driveway. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 13, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included discussion of a resident's letter about zoning code history and a possible future public hearing on a home-based business permit.

• Recommended approval of variance for Brandon Finck's accessory building (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 13, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several discussion items including a street closure request for a fundraiser and ambulance service contracts. The meeting also includes a consent agenda item regarding water shut-off valve repairs.

• $1,080.47 for water shut-off valve repair behind 206 Second Street
• Street closure request for Second Street (Main Street) from Bailey to Sheridan Streets on March 21st
• Ambulance billing service contract and business associate agreement with TransMedic
• Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project bids
• Ashley Park Storm Sewer Repair labor quote

The Jackson City Council approved the lowest bid of $429,468.79 from MP Nexlevel for labor on the Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project. The council also approved the Riverside Farmers Market's use of Ashley Park, a street closure for a pork chop fundraiser, a new ambulance billing contract with TransMedic, and the Ashley Park storm sewer repair labor and materials quotes. Additionally, the council approved resuming park shelter and Senior Center rentals, set Citywide Clean Up dates, extended COVID utility bill late fee waivers, and accepted Alderman Larry Anderson's resignation.

• Approved the $429,468.79 bid from MP Nexlevel for the Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project labor.
• Approved the Riverside Farmers Market to use Ashley Park and erect a sign on the water plant sign for 2021.
• Approved closing Second Street (Main Street) from Bailey to Sheridan for a pork chop fundraiser on March 21.
• Approved the ambulance billing service contract with TransMedic.
• Approved the Business Associate Agreement with TransMedic.
• Approved the $18,500 labor quote from LCS-Larson Crane Service for Ashley Park storm sewer repair.
• Approved the $8,952.81 materials quote from Hancock Concrete for Ashley Park storm sewer repair.
• Approved resuming park shelter and Senior Center rentals contingent on final review of the rental agreement by the City Attorney.

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council waive the $1,080.47 repair bill sent to Dave Schrader for a broken water shut-off valve in the alley behind 206 Second Street, and that the City pay the repair cost. The Commission also unanimously recommended amending the city ordinance to make the City responsible for water shut-offs located in City streets. The recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration.

• Recommended waiving $1,080.47 repair bill to Dave Schrader (unanimous)
• Recommended City pay cost to repair broken water shut-off valve (unanimous)
• Recommended amending ordinance for water shut-offs in City streets (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new housing tax abatement program and a resolution supporting the full and timely payment of Local Government Aid. The body is also reviewing a library mural approval and the re-appointment of Arlene Vee to the HRA Board.

• Consideration of New Housing Tax Abatement Program
• Resolution No. 09-0221 regarding Local Government Aid
• EDA recommendation for Santee Crossing Sign Program Application
• Authorization for Park Board to apply for Zimmerli Park upgrade grants
• Resolution No. 10-0221 promoting Telecommuter Forward Certification

The Jackson City Council approved two Ambulance Department bylaw amendments, changed two part-time temporary ambulance staff to permanent, authorized terminating the billing contract with Expert T Billing, approved a dragon mural concept for the library, re-appointed Arlene Vee to the HRA Board, approved a Telecommuter Forward Certification resolution, approved a resolution supporting full and on-time Local Government Aid, approved the 2021 workers' compensation insurance premium quote, and scheduled the Citywide Cleanup for the two weeks after the Citywide Garage Sales. The council also discussed but took no action on a proposed new housing tax abatement program.

• Approved two Ambulance Department bylaw amendments (unanimous)
• Changed Patty Vandana and Jeremy Fricke from part-time temporary to part-time permanent for Ambulance Department (unanimous)
• Authorized terminating Ambulance billing contract with Expert T Billing (4-1, Polz dissenting)
• Approved dragon concept mural on north wall of library (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Arlene Vee to HRA Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-0221 promoting Telecommuter Forward Certification (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 09-0221 supporting full and on-time Local Government Aid (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 workers' compensation insurance premium quote of $76,244 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review quotes for downtown electric conversion and storm sewer repairs. The body is also considering engineering services for the Jackson Airport Runway Reconstruction Project and a Local Road Improvement Program application.

• Request for Qualification for Engineering Services for Jackson Airport Runway Reconstruction
• Resolution No. 04-0121: Local Road Improvement Program Application
• Cabinet quote for Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project
• Ashley Park/Riverside Drive Storm Sewer Repair quotes
• Acceptance of Carey Simmons' resignation as Ambulance EMT Coordinator

The Jackson City Council approved Resolution No. 04-0121 to apply for the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) grant from MnDOT for the Prospect Lane/Homedale Drive reconstruction project, which is planned for 2022. The council also approved several other items, including the purchase of Intraxx bags for the new ambulance, a quote for cabinets for the downtown underground electric conversion, tablets for council members, the pay equity compliance report, and authorization for engineering services for the airport runway project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution No. 04-0121 for LRIP grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $6,380.60 purchase of Intraxx bags for new ambulance (unanimous)
• Approved $6,171 quote from Stuart Irby for electric conversion cabinets (unanimous)
• Approved up to $10,000 for tablets and city email for council (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Pay Equity Compliance Report (unanimous)
• Authorized RFQ for airport runway engineering services (unanimous)
• Approved April 20 for Local Board of Appeal and Equalization (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 pump repair for Lift Station No. 2 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2021 Non-General Fund Budgets and a Local Road Improvement Program application. The body is also reviewing storm sewer repairs and park safety upgrades.

• Resolution No. 06-0121 Approving 2021 Non-General Fund Budgets
• Ashley Park/Riverside Drive Storm Sewer Repair
• Safety First Central Park Safety Upgrades quote
• Grant applications for Ambulance Department equipment and Park Board projects at Ashley and Zimmerli Parks
• Appointment of Matt Madden to the Utilities Commission

The Jackson City Council tabled action on Resolution No. 04-0121, the Local Road Improvement Program application for the Prospect Lane and Homedale Drive extensions, until the February 2, 2021 meeting to allow the JEDC to explore financial options. The Council also approved Resolution No. 06-0121, setting the 2021 Non-General Fund Budgets, and approved a $34,481.26 quote from Safety First Playground Maintenance for Central Park improvements. Action on the Ashley Park/Riverside Drive storm sewer repair was tabled until firm cost figures are available.

• Tabled Local Road Improvement Program application (Resolution 04-0121) until Feb. 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Non-General Fund Budgets (Resolution 06-0121) (unanimous)
• Approved $34,481.26 Central Park safety upgrades quote from Safety First Playground Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Matt Madden to the Utilities Commission (unanimous)
• Declared CD/DVD player, coolers, and other office equipment surplus and authorized bid solicitation (unanimous)
• Approved Senior Center Building/LSS Site Agreement for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved motion not to waive Statutory Tort Liability Limits (unanimous)
• Tabled Ashley Park/Riverside Drive storm sewer repair until firm cost figures are available (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority EDA

The Jackson EDA approved a $5,000 forgivable facade improvement grant for Pillars, applied for in 2020, and set a December 31 deadline for future applications. The board also discussed housing study recommendations, including potential infrastructure funding gaps and market-rate housing needs, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved Facade Improvement application for Pillars at $5,000 forgivable amount (motion passed)
• Set future facade applications must be received by December 31 deadline (motion passed)
• Approved November 10 minutes as part of consent agenda (motion passed)
• Approved agenda as presented (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to three ward representatives and review several infrastructure projects. The body is discussing materials bids for downtown electric conversion and a Local Road Improvement Program application.

• Oath of Office for Brandon Finck, Nicole Hall, and Marcus Polz
• Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project materials bids
• Local Road Improvement Program Application
• Resolution No. 02-0121 regarding TAP application for Sunrise Estates Trail Extension
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 113 regarding Water Service Clarification and Liquor License Application