Jackson public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Truth in Taxation, then consider a final tax levy and the 2023 General Fund budget. Other major items include a six-year fire services contract, a second reading of the 2023 city fees ordinance, and a recommendation on funding for the Jackson County Animal Protection Society.

• Public Hearing: Truth in Taxation at 6:30 p.m.
• Resolution No. 67-1222: Final Tax Levy for taxes collectible in 2023
• Resolution No. 68-1222: 2023 General Fund Budget
• Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 127 – City Fees, Rates and Charges for 2023
• Fire Services Contract for 2023 to 2028

The City Council approved the 2023 General Fund Budget and a final tax levy increase of 7.5%. The council also authorized a $39,000 design contract for a skating rink and approved a new fire services contract for 2023-2028.

• Approved Final Tax Levy for 2023 with a 7.5% increase
• Approved 2023 General Fund Budget (unanimous)
• Approved $39,000 Skating Rink Project Task Order with Bolton and Menk
• Denied Finance Committee recommendation to skip DNR grant for skating rink; will apply
• Approved Fire Services Contract for 2023-2028
• Approved Ordinance No. 127 for 2023 city fees, rates, and charges
• Approved Resolution No. 69-1222 for Industrial Parkway Trail Connector grant application
• Approved funding for Jackson County Animal Protection Society (JCAPS)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a first consideration of Ordinance No. 127, which sets city fees, rates, and charges for 2023. Other discussion items include a street and utilities project pay application, animal shelter funding, a trail snow removal policy update, and a sidewalk reconstruction program update. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving an ambulance donation, granting paid time off for employees, and renewing liquor licenses.

• First consideration of Ordinance No. 127 – City Fees, Rates and Charges for 2023
• 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements Project Pay Application No. 2
• Jackson County Animal Protection Society (JCAPS) Funding
• Trail Snow Removal Policy Updated December 2022
• Sidewalk Reconstruction Program Application 2022 Updates

The City Council approved first consideration of the 2023 fee ordinance, which includes water rate increases and higher ambulance fees. The council also expanded the winter trail plowing schedule and approved several infrastructure and personnel contracts.

• Approved 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements Pay Application No. 2 for $109,614.62 (unanimous)
• Tabled Jackson County Animal Protection Society (JCAPS) funding request for Finance Committee review (unanimous)
• Approved updated Trails Snow Removal Policy to include North Highway 71 Trail, North Highway sidewalk extension, and segment from High School to First Baptist Church (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 63-1222 designating Good Shepherd Hall as the 2023 polling place (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson County Sewer Repair Extension Request for fairgrounds bath house (unanimous)
• Approved Sidewalk Reconstruction Program updates increasing reimbursements to $800 for single and $1,600 for corner lots (unanimous)
• Approved proposal from Abdo for Personnel Policy Handbook update estimated at $3,900 to $5,300 (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 127 for 2023 fees, rates, and charges (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority EDA

The board reviewed changes to the Business Facade Program, which has been renamed the Business Building Improvement Program to include mechanical and structural improvements. The board requested that City Council approve the 2023 program guidelines. Members suggested a $5,000 cap on match funding assistance.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August and October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested City Council approve the 2023 Business Building Improvement Program

City Council

The Jackson City Council will meet on November 15, 2022, to canvass the November 8 municipal election, consider resolutions supporting mental health and reconfiguring the CVB, and approve a fireworks permit and parade for the Holiday Fest celebration on December 3. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as routine minutes, bills, and grant acceptances.

• Canvass of Jackson Municipal General Election held November 8, 2022
• Resolution No. 57-1122 Supporting Mental Health and Stigma Free Zone
• Resolution No. 60-1122 Approving CVB Reconfiguration
• Approve Fireworks Permit for Jackson Chamber of Commerce/Kaboom Industries LLC for Holiday Fest on December 3, 2022; waive permit fee
• Approve Holiday Fest Parade on December 3, 2022; route from Ashley Park south on Highway to Bailey Street; waive permit fee

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, municipal election results and restructured the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (CVB) board. The Council also approved 2023 organizational funding and a downtown building improvement program. Additionally, the city was awarded a Small Cities Development Grant exceeding $1 million for housing and commercial projects.

• Approved Resolution No. 59-1122 certifying municipal election results (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 57-1122 designating the city as a Mental Health Awareness and Stigma-Free Zone (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 60-1122 to reconfigure the CVB board (unanimous)
• Approved Fireworks Permit and waived fee for Holiday Fest (unanimous)
• Approved Holiday Fest Parade and waived permit fee (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Jackson Downtown Building Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Approved $233,279.75 payment to Duininck Incorporated for street and utilities work (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 organizational funding for various local groups (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a special meeting to hear a presentation from Swimming Pool Engineers and discuss the city's pool. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Presentation by Swimming Pool Engineers and discussion about the Pool

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, bills, and staff hires. Discussion items include an update on the Airport Runway Reconstruction Project, use of forfeiture funds for a new vehicle, and first consideration of Ordinance No. 127 on service capable animals.

• First consideration of Ordinance No. 127 pertaining to service capable animals
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Project update
• Use of forfeiture funds to replace investigator pickup truck
• Waive HRA High Rise fire call charges from October 24, 2022 due to low water pressure from Riverside Drive Street Project
• Approve hire of Ruby Higdon and Kasey Reisdorf as part-time Liquor Store Clerks

The Council approved a general engineering services agreement with Bolton and Menk and authorized the purchase of new squad car cameras, body cams, and an investigator's pickup truck. They also approved the purchase of 15 street light poles and a 2023 labor agreement memorandum. Action on a proposed ordinance regarding service animals was tabled.

• Approved General Engineering Services Agreement with Bolton and Menk through 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,644.56 City share for new squad car and body cameras (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Dodge Ram investigator pickup from Asa Auto Plaza (5-1)
• Approved $25,335 quote from JTS Services for 15 street light poles (Unanimous)
• Approved Labor Agreement Memorandum of Understanding for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Tabled first reading of Ordinance No. 127 regarding service animals (Unanimous)
• Approved Ambulance Service Hold Harmless Agreement with American Accounts and Advisors (Unanimous)
• Approved Ambulance Service Business Associate Agreement with American Accounts and Advisors (Unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will discuss a change order for the 2022-2023 Street and Utilities Improvements Project, a 2023 professional services contract with CEDA, and an updated city purchasing policy. Consent items include approval of a part-time EMT hire, a lead/copper tap water monitoring report, and a newsletter on gas line relocation for Emily Street reconstruction.

• 2022-2023 Street and Utilities Improvements Project Change Order No. 1
• CEDA Contract for Professional Services for 2023
• Resolution 55-1022 approving updated City Purchasing Policy
• Approval of Jonathon Gastelum as part-time EMT for Ambulance Department
• Lead/Copper Tap Water Monitoring Report: 2022

The Jackson City Council approved Resolution No. 55-1022, updating the City Purchasing Policy to raise spending limits for the City Administrator to $15,000 and department heads to $5,000 without council approval, and allowing the City Administrator to pre-approve project change orders up to 5% on a $50,000 project. The council also approved a $24,061.50 change order for the 2022-2023 Street and Utilities Improvements Project to remove a cul-de-sac island on Northridge Drive, and approved a $114,723 contract with CEDA for economic development services for 2023. No action was taken on a traffic study update for the Highway 71 and Industrial Parkway intersection, which was presented as informational only.

• Approved Resolution No. 55-1022 updating City Purchasing Policy with spending limits: $15,000 for City Administrator, $5,000 for department heads, and pre-approval of change orders up to 5% on $50,000 projects (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 Street and Utilities Improvements Project Change Order No. 1 for $24,061.50 to remove cul-de-sac island on Northridge Drive (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved CEDA Contract for Professional Services for 2023 at $114,723 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority EDA

The Jackson Economic Development Authority recommended a housing study not to exceed $5,200 and approved a Geo-Phase 1 environmental study. The board also agreed to expand the JBDC Business Revitalization program to include roofing and windows, with updated guidelines to be presented in November.

• Recommended City Council approve housing study through Maxfield not to exceed $5,200 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Geo & Phase 1 Study through GeoTek (unanimous)
• Approved adding to facade improvement program with JBDC to present updated guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved spending up to $400 to market the 2023 Jackson Business Challenge (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including airport runway reconstruction and street and utilities improvements. The body is also considering the status of the Prairie Winds Motel and a potential letter of intent with a housing developer.

• Trail Grant Applications for Butler Avenue and Industrial Parkway Trail Projects
• Proposal to declare Prairie Winds Motel an Attractive Nuisance
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Project Pay Application No. 3
• Resolution No. 51-1022 accepting an ambulance donation from Karen Benjamin
• Surplus sale of Electric Department 2009 Ford F250 Single Cab Diesel Truck

The council voted 3-1 to declare the former Prairie Winds Motel at 950 North Highway 71 an attractive nuisance and authorized the city attorney to seek a court order to remedy the property. The council also approved a $3,000 one-time commitment to the JCC High School CEO Program, letters of intent for two trail grant applications, and a $832,722.58 pay application for the airport runway reconstruction project. A letter of intent with Hope Housing Foundation for a proposed housing development was also approved.

• Declared former Prairie Winds Motel an attractive nuisance, authorized court order (3-1)
• Approved $3,000 one-time commitment to JCC High School CEO Program (unanimous)
• Approved Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant letters of intent for Butler Avenue and Industrial Parkway trail projects (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Runway Reconstruction Project Pay Application No. 3 for $832,722.58 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 53-1022 for additional election judges (unanimous)
• Declared Electric Department 2009 Ford F250 surplus, authorized bids via GovDeals.com (unanimous)
• Approved Volunteer Recognition Program for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of intent with Hope Housing Foundation for housing development (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider the 2023 preliminary tax levy and a closed session regarding property transactions. Other items include requests for street closures, grant applications, and staff hiring.

• Resolution No. 49-0922 setting the 2023 preliminary tax levy
• Street closure request for Second Street (Main Street) on October 27
• Ambulance Department grant applications for radios
• Park Board grant application for a hockey rink board system
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Tree Replanting Pay Application No. 1

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second consideration for Ordinance No. 124 regarding permits and unpaid property taxes or service charges. The body will also review several infrastructure proposals and personnel hires.

• Public hearing and second consideration of Ordinance No. 124 (Permits and Unpaid Property Taxes or Charges for Service)
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Project Pay Application No. 2
• One-day temporary liquor license for Jackson Knights of Columbus event on September 17, 2022
• Lift Station 1 Remote Monitoring Proposal
• Sidewalk Tripping Hazard Mitigation Quote

The Jackson City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 124, which requires property taxes and city utility charges to be current before a building permit can be issued. The council also approved a $701,992.52 payment for airport runway reconstruction, a $6,604 lift station monitoring upgrade, and $89,338.72 for new law enforcement radios. A $21,299 safety training contract with MMUA was approved on a 3-1 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 124 adding Chapter 154 to city code requiring current property taxes and utility fees before building permits (unanimous)
• Approved $701,992.52 Airport Runway Reconstruction Pay Application No. 2 to Svoboda Excavating (unanimous)
• Approved city assistance for Senior Center dishwasher cost overage and installation (unanimous)
• Approved $6,604 quote from InControl for Lift Station 1 remote monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved $89,338.72 purchase of Motorola radios for law enforcement using CIP funds (unanimous)
• Approved $6,966 quote from Precision Concrete for sidewalk tripping hazard mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved $190,732.45 Pay Estimate No. 12 to Duininck Inc. for street, utility and parking lot improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $7,928.80 for four CAT loader tires from Bauer Built Tire & Service (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $30,000 revolving loan application for JACKed UP Nutrition. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the hiring of a new Assistant Ambulance Department Director.

• $30,000 Revolving Loan Fund Application for Melinda Rowe dba JACKed UP Nutrition
• Hiring of a new Assistant Ambulance Department Director

Economic Development Authority EDA

The Jackson Economic Development Authority voted to recommend City Council approve a HOME loan application for Moriah Moss and John Kieper. The board also discussed safety concerns about the disc golf course near Nelson Creek Trail, noting that brush removal and warning signs are being added to minimize risk. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended City Council approve HOME loan application for Moriah Moss and John Kieper (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a state grant for airport runway reconstruction and a new social media policy. Discussion items also include an ordinance regarding hemp-derived THC products and updates to the city fee ordinance.

• Resolution No. 46-0822: State Grant Agreement for Airport Runway Reconstruction Project
• Airport Tree Mitigation Replanting Quotes
• Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Final Pay Application
• Ordinance 126: Moratorium on Sale of Hemp Derived THC Food and Beverages
• Resolution No. 45-0822: Social Media Policy

The Jackson City Council approved a 12-month moratorium on the sale of hemp-derived THC food and beverages, citing uncertainty in state law. The council also authorized a state grant agreement for the airport runway reconstruction project, approved a $34,800 tree replanting contract, and adopted a social media policy. A corrective deed transferring 2.77 acres back to the JEDC was approved with one abstention.

• Approved Ordinance No. 126 adopting a 12-month moratorium on sale of hemp-derived THC food and beverages (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 46-0822 authorizing state grant agreement for Airport Runway Reconstruction Project (unanimous)
• Approved low bid of $34,800 from VIP Floral for Airport Tree Mitigation Replanting (unanimous)
• Approved final pay application of $17,493.67 to MP Nexlevel for Downtown Underground Electric Conversion (unanimous)
• Approved one-year $9,000 HVAC maintenance agreement with Johnson Controls for the library (unanimous)
• Approved JEDC/EDA Land Transfer Corrective Deed returning 2.77 acres to JEDC (3-0-1, Finck abstained)
• Approved Resolution No. 45-0822 adopting a Social Media Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 44-0822 calling for a special Minnesota legislative session (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the swimming pool with the Jackson County Central School Board. The agenda contains only this discussion item and standard procedural items, with no other business listed.

• Discussion with Jackson County Central School Board regarding the Swimming Pool

City Council

The City Council will review several ambulance department pay and staffing changes. The body is also considering a new ordinance regarding permits and unpaid property taxes.

• Revolving Loan Fund application for Jackson Development Group (Family Dollar/Dollar Tree Project) for $140,000
• First consideration of Ordinance 124 regarding permits and unpaid property taxes
• Ambulance Department pay rates and minimum on-call requirements
• Resignation of Ambulance Director Kirsten Lorenz and appointment as Part-Time EMT
• Sidewalk Reconstruction Assistance Program application for 414 Park Street

The Jackson City Council approved a $140,000 Revolving Loan Fund for the Family Dollar/Dollar Tree project, forgivable after 5 years at 4.75% prime. A motion to pay half of a re-landscaping invoice at 103 Park Street failed on a tie-breaking vote by the mayor. The council also approved first readings of ordinances on building permits and ambulance fees, and approved a $146,274.15 airport runway pay application.

• Approved $140,000 Revolving Loan Fund for Family Dollar/Dollar Tree (unanimous)
• Denied paying half of re-landscaping invoice at 103 Park Street (3-3, mayor voted no)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 124 on permits and unpaid taxes (unanimous)
• Set public hearing on Ordinance No. 124 for Sept. 6 at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 125 fee updates (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Runway Reconstruction Pay Application No. 1 for $146,274.15 (unanimous)
• Approved Fierce Conversations staff training for $9,750 (5-1)
• Declared Jackson Block Party a Community Festival and allowed street alcohol service (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the repair of tile at the Jackson Airport. The body will also consider accepting a planning assistance grant from the MNDOT Active Transportation Program.

• Repair of tile at the Jackson Airport
• MNDOT Active Transportation Program Planning Assistance Grant

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a street reconstruction bond resolution and an airport runway grant agreement. The agenda also includes requests for street closures and the borrowing of picnic tables.

• Advertisement for bids for Parcel No. 23.205.0530 at 126 Jackson Street
• $10,000 release to Jackson Business Challenge winner Midwest Eco-Mercantile
• Resolution No. 39-0722 regarding General Obligation Street Reconstruction Utility Revenue Bond
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Grant Agreement with FAA and MnDOT
• Chamber of Commerce request to close Sherman Street and portions of First and Second Street

The Jackson City Council approved a $2.975 million general obligation street reconstruction utility revenue bond to First Independent Bank at 3.85% interest, and authorized the mayor and city administrator to execute the FAA/MnDOT airport runway reconstruction grant agreement. The council also approved several smaller items, including a block party request, fire department air cylinder purchase, street closures for a Chamber block party, a drug testing policy update, a $5,000 appropriation to the Jackson Cemetery Association, and a library HVAC repair.

• Approved Resolution No. 39-0722 awarding $2.975M bond to First Independent Bank (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor and city administrator to execute FAA/MnDOT airport runway grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $8,304.30 purchase of five air pack cylinders for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Chamber Block Party on Aug. 18 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 42-0722 Non-DOT Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 general appropriation to Jackson Cemetery Association (unanimous)
• Approved library HVAC repair with new compressor for ~$8,500 (unanimous)
• Approved block party with band at 113 Pond Drive on July 22 (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council voted 5-0 with one abstention to have David Drown Associates pursue a bank placement option for the $3,005,000 General Obligation Street Reconstruction and Utility Revenue Bonds, Series 2022A, rather than a competitive sale. The council also approved closing Second Street for Hot Dog Night, changed parking restrictions on Ashley Street, and approved several resolutions and policies. No substantive decisions were made on the UCAP water and sewer hookup fee waiver, as the council clarified only building permit fees were waived.

• Approved bank placement for $3,005,000 street and utility bonds (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved closing Second Street from Bailey to Sheridan for Hot Dog Night on Aug. 17, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved two-hour parking 24 hours a day on 200 block of Ashley Street, contingent on county engineer approval (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 38-0722 authorizing fund transfers for street and utility project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 40-0722 appointing election judges for Aug. 9 and Nov. 8 elections (unanimous)
• Approved policy and application for swimming pool or skating rink filling (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 35-0722 designating More and Skaret as WMMPA representatives (unanimous)
• Approved environmental assessment of Old Alamo Building, contingent on title search (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review bids for 2022 street and utilities projects, downtown alley improvements, and the reroofing of City Hall. The body will also consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding compensation for the Mayor and Councilmembers.

• Release of $5,000 to Jackson Business Challenge Runner Up Winner A & B Photography
• Temporary liquor license for Rhythm of the River Event at Fort Belmont (July 8-9)
• Second consideration of Ordinance No. 123 fixing compensation of the Mayor and City Councilmembers
• Bids for 2022 Street and Utilities Project and Downtown Alley and Utilities Improvements
• Bid for reroofing City Hall

The Jackson City Council accepted Duininck, Incorporated's low bids for the 2022 Street and Utility Improvement Project, totaling $2,778,549.06 for Schedules A and B, despite bids coming in about 24% over the engineer's estimate. The council also awarded the Downtown Alley and Utilities Improvement Project to Jensen Excavating and Trucking, LLC for $839,285.25, and approved several other contracts and ordinances.

• Approved Duininck, Inc. bid of $2,220,970.89 (Schedule A) and $557,578.17 (Schedule B) for 2022 Street and Utility Project (4-1)
• Approved Jensen Excavating and Trucking bid of $692,633.25 (base) and $146,652.00 (alternate) for Downtown Alley Project (4-1)
• Approved Pay Application No. 11 for 2020-2021 Street Project to Duininck, Inc. for $365,589.70 (unanimous)
• Approved final Pay Application No. 16 for Sanitary Sewer Extension Project for $103,756.62 (unanimous)
• Approved MR Paving bid of $81,371.10 for 2022 Sealcoating Project (unanimous)
• Approved $18,392.24 quote from Boekett Lumber to reroof City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 123 increasing Mayor and Council salaries effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,420.00 purchase of 88 LED bulbs from Kirby Brothers for downtown street lights (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the first consideration of Ordinance No. 123 regarding official compensation. The body will also review routine bills and a proposed electricity rate increase from WAPA for 2023.

• Ordinance No. 123 fixing compensation of the Mayor and City Councilmembers salaries
• WAPA Electricity Proposed Rate Increases 2023 Notice
• Appointment of Mike Eddy to the Park Board
• Request from Jackson County Fair Board for a sign near the Water Plant Sign on Highway 71
• Resignation of Patricia Brothers from the Ambulance Service

The Jackson City Council approved the low bid of $18,000 from Color Dynamics LLC to paint the old ground storage water tank at the Water Plant. The council also approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 123, which would increase mayor and councilmember salaries effective January 1, 2023. Additionally, the council approved street closures for the Tri 4 Health event, appointed Mike Eddy to the Park Board, and designated Mayor Wayne Walter as the council's representative on the JBDC Board.

• Approved $18,000 bid from Color Dynamics LLC to paint old water tank (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 123 fixing mayor/council salaries (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Tri 4 Health event June 10-11 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mike Eddy to Park Board (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson County Fair sign placement near Water Plant (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Mayor Walter as council representative on JBDC Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 33-0622 designating MMUA representatives (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including EDA recommendations for land transfers and facade program changes. The meeting also includes updates on sewer repairs, dog park fencing, and street improvements.

• EDA recommendation to transfer 29.35 acres of 'Developable Land' at $15,000/acre
• EDA recommendation to transfer 9.97 acres of 'Undevelopable' Land at $7,500/acre
• Hire of Ben Spaeth at $13/hr. and Chris Gumto at $13.50/hr. as Seasonal Parks Department Staff
• EDA recommendation to amend Façade Improvement Program Guidelines regarding project start times
• EDA recommendation to split a Zieske Surveying invoice between JEDC and EDA at $1,982 each

The Jackson City Council approved moving forward with Tyler Technologies Online Bill Pay, charging customers a convenience fee of 0.325% of the total bill plus 65 cents per transaction, to be reevaluated in six months. The council also approved a revised water/sewer connection application, a peddler's permit for Itsy Bitsy Ice Box, and tabled the dog park fencing decision for two weeks to gather more information. The Board of Appeal and Equalization was opened and closed with no appeals filed.

• Approved Tyler Technologies Online Bill Pay with 0.325% convenience fee plus 65 cents per transaction (5-1)
• Approved revised application for connections to City water and sewer lines (unanimous)
• Approved Peddler's Permit for Itsy Bitsy Ice Box (unanimous)
• Tabled dog park fencing decision for two weeks to do due diligence (unanimous)
• Opened and closed Board of Appeal and Equalization with no appeals (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss bids for airport runway reconstruction and plans for street and utilities improvement projects. The body is also considering several personnel hires and equipment purchases.

• Bid from Titan Machinery for two Bobcat Zero-Turn Mowers for $28,800
• Airport Runway Reconstruction and Relocation Project bids
• 2022 Street and Utilities Improvement Project plans and bid solicitation
• Downtown Alleys and Utilities Improvement Project plans and bid solicitation
• Resolution No. 27-0522 amending boundaries of TIF District 3-4

The Jackson City Council awarded the Airport Runway Reconstruction and Relocation Project to Svoboda Excavating for $4,720,356.25, choosing the concrete option. The council also approved several other projects, including the 2022 Street and Utilities Improvement Project and the Downtown Alleys and Utilities Improvement Project, and authorized applying for a state Active Transportation Program grant. A motion to help a local business owner with a sewer repair bill was amended to seek outside funding and passed 4-1.

• Approved $4,720,356.25 airport runway contract to Svoboda Excavating (unanimous)
• Approved $396,402.40 engineering agreement with HDR for airport project (unanimous)
• Authorized application for MnDOT Active Transportation Program grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Street and Utilities Improvement Project plans, authorized bids (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Alleys and Utilities Improvement Project plans, authorized bids (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 27-0522 amending TIF District 3-4 boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved $14,418 North Highway Bridge seal repair and purchase (4-1)
• Approved citywide archery deer hunt with two-doe limit and permit requirement (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including 2022 street improvement projects, the use of ARPA dollars, and a fee ordinance. The meeting also includes an EDA recommendation for home loan applications.

• EDA Recommendation: $7,500 HOME Loan Application for Carter Heinrichs and Mikayla Frerichs
• 2022 Street Improvement Projects discussion with Engineer Greg Mitchell
• Resolution No. 23-0422 regarding ARPA Dollars standard allowance
• Ordinance No. 122: Fee Ordinance 2022 Draft Updates
• Dog Park Fence quote and proposed layout

The Jackson City Council approved an amended quote from Bargen, Incorporated to complete the downtown street crack repair project for $33,371, covering the remaining 5,134 feet of cracks. The council also approved donating 10 lots in the Sunset View Subdivision to UCAP for a housing project and waiving building permit fees, and approved up to $10,000 for dog park fencing. The Board of Appeal and Equalization was recessed to May 17 due to incorrect property valuations.

• Approved amended quote from Bargen, Inc. to complete downtown crack repair (5-1)
• Approved donating 10 lots in Sunset View Subdivision to UCAP for housing project and waiving building permit fees (unanimous)
• Approved up to $10,000 for dog park fencing and to seek additional quotes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-0422 electing Standard Allowance Deduction for ARPA dollars (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-0422 appointing election judges for May 24 special primary (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-0422 transferring funds from Library Fund for parking lot paving (unanimous)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance No. 122 adding $100/hour ambulance standby fee (unanimous)
• Approved burn permit for Jeff Johnson at 52 River Street (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding rooftop HVAC screening and updated fees. The meeting also includes discussions on city council vacancies, airport funding, and various peddler license applications.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 120 regarding rooftop HVAC unit screening requirements
• Ambulance Advisory Board recommendation to keep Ron Richards at EMT wage
• Resolution No. 17-0422 accepting a donation for an aerial fire truck purchase
• Resolution No. 19-0422 adopting electric service reconnect policy due to non-payment
• Discussion of Ordinance No. 122 regarding the 2022 Fee Ordinance draft updates

The Jackson City Council accepted the resignation of Ward One Alderman Chris Vee and appointed Jerome Palmer to fill the vacancy. The council also approved several licenses, ordinances, and contracts, including a peddler's license for two food trucks and the second consideration of an ordinance removing rooftop HVAC screening requirements.

• Accepted resignation of Ward One Alderman Chris Vee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-0422 filling council vacancy with Jerome Palmer (unanimous)
• Appointed Marcus Polz as Mayor Pro Tem for remainder of 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved peddler's license for Jon-E-1 BBQ LLC food trailer (unanimous)
• Approved peddler's license for Squealer's food trailer (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 City Audit report (unanimous)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance No. 120 amending rooftop HVAC screening requirements (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 122 amending 2022 fee schedule (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of an amended 2022 Street Reconstruction Plan. Other discussion items include adjusting ward and precinct boundaries, food truck licensing, and utility shut-off agreements.

• Public Hearing on 2022 Street Reconstruction Plan
• Resolution No. 15-0322: Adopting Amended Street Reconstruction Plan
• Ordinance No. 121: Adjusting Ward and Precinct Boundaries
• Park Board recommendation to hire up to four seasonal staff starting at $13/hour
• EDA proposal for a 5-year lease of a printer/copy machine from Loffler Inc.

The Jackson City Council approved the amended Street Reconstruction Plan for Emily Street and Riverside Drive, funded by General Obligation bonds, and approved a peddler's license for a food truck. It also approved a downtown crack repair contract with Bargen, Inc., let COVID utility repayment programs expire, and approved several other resolutions and contracts. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution No. 15-0322 adopting amended Street Reconstruction Plan (unanimous)
• Approved peddler's license for Khamoune Chanthalangsy's food truck (unanimous)
• Approved Bargen, Inc. quote for downtown crack repair, $88,125-$93,750 (unanimous)
• Let COVID utility repayment and loan deferments expire April 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 121 adjusting ward and precinct boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved Michael More as alternate MRES voting representative (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application No. 1 for Thate's Tree Service, ~$36,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Dumont Park improvements, including Safety First and St. Croix Recreation quotes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet with the Jackson County Central Schoolboard. The discussion focuses on a facilities assessment of the swimming pool.

• Discussion regarding the Facilities Assessment of the Swimming Pool

Planning Zoning Commission

The Jackson Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval of Michelle Scheepstra's Conditional/Interim Use Permit to operate an Airbnb at 1120 White Street. The recommendation will go to the City Council on March 15, 2022. The commission also approved the February 14, 2022 minutes and was informed about Ordinance No. 120 regarding HVAC screening requirements.

• Approved February 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for Airbnb permit (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Airbnb permit (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Airbnb Conditional/Interim Use Permit for 1120 White Street (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold first consideration of three ordinances: one amending rental housing liability insurance requirements, one adding screening requirements for rooftop HVAC units, and one adjusting ward and precinct boundaries. The council will also discuss engineering agreements for street and utility projects, a water plant filter replacement, and other items. The agenda includes routine consent items and an open forum for public comments.

• First consideration of Ordinance No. 119 amending rental housing ordinance on liability insurance requirements
• First consideration of Ordinance No. 120 amending screening requirements for rooftop HVAC units, with public hearing set for April 5, 2022
• First consideration of Ordinance No. 121 adjusting ward and precinct boundaries
• Approve engineering design agreements with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for 2022 Street and Utilities Improvement Projects
• Missouri River Energy Services Distribution Maintenance Agreement Renewal

The Jackson City Council approved several contracts and purchases, including a $82,000 snowblower, engineering agreements for street projects, and a water plant filter replacement. It also set a public hearing for the street reconstruction plan and tabled a rental housing insurance ordinance for committee review.

• Approved purchase of 2007 SnoGo snowblower for ~$82,000 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering design agreement with Bolton and Menk for Emily Street, Riverside Drive, River Street (unanimous)
• Approved engineering design agreement with Bolton and Menk for downtown alleys and ice rink pad (unanimous)
• Approved Water Plant Media Filter Replacement Project engineering agreement with SEH (unanimous)
• Set Street Reconstruction Plan public hearing for March 15, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Declared Fire Department cargo trailer surplus and authorized bid solicitation (unanimous)
• Renewed Distribution Maintenance Contract with Missouri River Energy Services for June 1, 2022 to May 31, 2027 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 119 (rental housing liability insurance) and referred to Rental Housing Committee (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss a Small Cities Development Program application. The body is also reviewing engineering agreements for 2022 street and utility projects and a land purchase option for housing development.

• Public hearing: Small Cities Development Program Application
• Engineering Design Agreements with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements Projects
• EDA recommendation to exercise option to purchase JEDC land for housing development
• Renewal application for Bridget’s Bucksnorts Brew Haha & Grill 2:00 A.M. liquor license
• Grant application for additional community gardens at Zimmerli Park

The Jackson City Council approved a resolution to submit a $1.035 million Small Cities Development Program grant application for housing and commercial rehab projects. They also approved submitting three infrastructure projects to state priority lists, approved a $36,000 truck purchase, and exercised an option to acquire 28 acres for housing development. Action on engineering design agreements was tabled to March 1.

• Approved Resolution 09-0222 to submit Small Cities Development Program application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 10-0222 authorizing project submittal to MPCA and MDH priority lists (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of engineering design agreements with Bolton and Menk until March 1 (unanimous)
• Approved $36,000 purchase of gray 2022 Chevy Silverado from Asa Auto Plaza (4-0, Cushman abstained)
• Approved exercising option to purchase JEDC land for housing development (unanimous)
• Approved motion to not waive municipal tort liability limits (unanimous)
• Amended auditor's agreement for single audit (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review airport projects, including runway reconstruction and a zoning ordinance update. The body is also considering a lot subdivision at 1628 Sayles Drive and bids for a fire department aerial truck.

• Resolution No. 09-0122 to subdivide the lot at 1628 Sayles Drive into two lots
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Project plans and specifications
• Engineering Services Agreement with HDR, Incorporated for Airport Zoning Ordinance updates
• Fire Department aerial truck bids
• American Rescue Plan Act – Airport Rescue Grant Agreement

The Jackson City Council approved the purchase of a new Rosenbauer Aerial Platform Truck from Heinman Fire Equipment for $1,349,334. The decision was unanimous. The council also approved plans and specs for the Airport Runway Reconstruction Project, contingent on FAA approval, and authorized advertising for bids. Additionally, they approved an engineering services agreement with HDR for updating the Airport Zoning Ordinance and authorized the Mayor and City Administrator to execute the Airport Rescue Grant Agreement with MnDOT.

• Approved $1,349,334 bid from Heinman Fire Equipment for Rosenbauer Aerial Platform Truck (unanimous)
• Approved plans and specs for Airport Runway Reconstruction Project contingent on FAA approval and authorized advertising for bids (unanimous)
• Approved Engineering Services Agreement with HDR for updating Airport Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor and City Administrator to execute Airport Rescue Grant Agreement with MnDOT (unanimous)
• Set 2022 Citywide Cleanup Days for June 11 and June 18 (unanimous)
• Set Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting for April 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review financing for street and utilities improvements and approve non-general fund budgets for 2022. The body is also considering the sale of a subdivision lot and various service contracts.

• Sale of Lot 9 in Sunset View Phase II Subdivision to Rhonda and Harris Heggerston for $11,100
• 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements Financing Plan
• Resolution No. 06-0122 Approving Non-General Fund Budgets 2022
• Jackson Ambulance Medical Director Contract for 2022
• Proposal from Scantron for Managed IT Services

The Jackson City Council approved a financing plan for the 2022 Street and Utility Improvement Project, which includes a $1.765 million bond issue for reconstructing Emily Street and Riverside Drive. The council also accepted a $10,000 grant for kayak launches, approved the 2022 non-general fund budgets, and approved year-end transfers. A closed session was held for attorney-client privilege, and the next meeting was rescheduled to January 31.

• Approved financing plan for 2022 Street and Utility Improvement Project ($1.765M bond) (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,000 Jackson Healthcare Foundation grant for kayak launch project (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Non-General Fund Budgets (unanimous)
• Rescheduled February 1 meeting to January 31 at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 07-0122 for year-end transfers (unanimous)
• Accepted $6,550 bid from John Peterson for 2001 Ford F250 truck (unanimous)
• Held closed session for attorney-client privilege (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss filling a vacancy in Ward Two following a resignation. The body is also considering a request to restrict parking on Dewey Street and the conveyance of real estate to Scott T. Beckel and Mary A. Beckel.

• Resolution No. 02-0122 and 03-0122 regarding Ward Two vacancy and filling the seat
• Ordinance No. 118 regarding conveyance of real estate to Scott T. Beckel and Mary A. Beckel
• Dewey Street parking request to restrict parking to one side of the street
• Ambulance Advisory Board recommendation for $10/hr back-up on-call pay and $1/loaded mile for transfers 50+ miles
• Public hearing set for February 1, 2022, on Small Cities Development Program Grant Application

The Jackson City Council accepted Alderman Jeffrey Gay's resignation due to health problems and appointed Nathan Peterson to fill the Ward Two vacancy. The council also approved eliminating parking on the west side of Dewey Street, authorized year-end transfers, and approved several resolutions and appointments.

• Accepted resignation of Ward Two Alderman Jeffrey Gay (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 02-0122 declaring vacancy in Ward Two (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 03-0122 appointing Nathan Peterson to fill Ward Two vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved JCC Schools' request to eliminate parking on west side of Dewey Street from Springfield Parkway to North Highway, effective April 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 04-0122 authorizing Year End Transfers 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 118 conveying real estate to Scott T. Beckel and Mary A. Beckel (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to City Boards, Commissions and Committees for 2022 (unanimous)
• Set February 1, 2022 as date for public hearing on Small Cities Development Program Grant Application (unanimous)