Jackson public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council met for a special session to discuss several administrative and development items. Topics included the Belmont Heights Housing Development loan agreement and personnel hiring.

• Hiring of Shelley Pohlman as part-time Economic Development Office Administrative Assistant
• Review of quotes for mobile radios for Fire and Ambulance Departments
• Belmont Heights Housing Development and Loan Agreement

City Council

The Council will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing and review several 2024 appropriation recommendations. Discussion items include airport runway updates, city fee adoption, and the 2024 General Fund Budget.

• Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
• Resolution No. 55-1223 approving a final tax levy for 2024
• Resolution No. 56-1223 approving the 2024 General Fund Budget
• EDA recommendation to sell Westridge Drive lot to Mary Muir for $1,000
• 2024 appropriation recommendations including $14,000 for Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce

City Council

The City Council will review several discussion items including the Water Plant Media Filter Replacement Project and a 2024-2025 Union Contract. The agenda also includes personnel recommendations for appointments and wage adjustments.

• Water Plant Media Filter Replacement Project Pay Application No. 2
• Bolton & Menk General Engineering Services Agreement 2024-2025
• Union Contract 2024-2025
• Appointment of Gloria Pell as Office Accountant
• Wage adjustment for Utility Billing Technician Marcy Hassing

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on a proposed tax abatement resolution. The council will also consider resolutions regarding the Belmont Heights Phase One Infrastructure Project and the sale of 2023A bonds.

• Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Abatement and Abatement Resolution
• Resolution No. 50-1123: Abatement for Belmont Heights Phase One Infrastructure Project
• Resolution No. 51-1123: Awarding the Sale of Bonds – 2023A
• Pool Evaluation Presentation by Burbach Aquatics
• CEDA Contract discussion

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including liquor license fees, survey results for parks and trails, and sidewalk bids for Patterson Park. The meeting also includes a review of the Active Transportation Grant Program agreement.

• Discussion regarding liquor license fees
• Review of Parks, Trails and Recreation Survey Results
• Bids for Patterson Park Thomas Hill Sidewalk
• Resolution No. 48-1123 regarding Active Transportation Grant Program Agreement
• Revised quote for Water Department Truck

City Council

The City Council will review several discussion items including airport construction pay applications, street improvement payments, and upcoming snow removal bids. The agenda also includes a staff recommendation for a gambling permit application for Pillar’s Pub and Eatery.

• Staff recommendation to approve LG214 premises permit for pull tabs at Pillar’s Pub and Eatery
• Airport Parallel Taxiway and Apron Construction Project Pay Application 3
• Snow removal bids for City Hall, Liquor Store, Library, and Senior Center for 2023-25 seasons
• Resolution No. 46-1123 accepting Airport State Grant Agreement – PAPI and REILS
• Pay Application No. 1 for Prairie Winds Motel Demolition

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss funding for Little Huskies Daycare. The agenda also includes a closed session regarding attorney-client privilege.

• Discussion of Little Huskies Daycare Funding
• Closed session for Attorney-Client Privilege

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on authorizing bond sales and a request for an abatement hearing. The agenda also features a recommendation to fund the 2024 Jackson Business Challenge Program.

• $10,000 for the 2024 Jackson Business Challenge Program
• Resolution No. 42-1023 authorizing the sale of bonds
• Resolution No. 43-1023 calling for an abatement hearing
• Electric transformer quote for the hospital
• 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements Project Pay Estimate No. 7

City Council

The City Council will consider several construction pay applications and a pre-development agreement for the Grand Stay Hotel. The meeting also includes discussions on road extensions, ordinance updates, and grant applications.

• Resolution No. 40-1023 authorizing the sale of bonds
• Grand Stay Hotel presentation and Pre-Development Agreement
• Torgerson Lane Gravel Road Extension bid award
• Second consideration of Ordinance No. 139 regarding Home Occupations
• Airport runway reconstruction and apron/taxiway pay applications

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the DBS Housing Project and the sale of lots at the former Alamo Building location.

• Discussion regarding DBS Housing Project
• Discussion regarding the sale of lots at the former Alamo Building location

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a preliminary tax levy for 2024 and various infrastructure bids. The agenda also includes recommendations from the Park Board and EDA regarding grants and property sales.

• EDA recommendation to allocate $25,000 for the 2024 Downtown Building Improvement Program
• EDA recommendation to sell Westridge Block 1, Lots 1 & 2 to John and Connie Meyers for $1,000
• Resolution No. 38-0923 setting the 2024 preliminary tax levy and Truth in Taxation Hearing
• First reading of Ordinance No. 139 regarding Home Occupations
• Approval of State Grant Agreement for Parallel Taxiway Project

Economic Development Authority EDA

The EDA recommended that the City Council approve several property sales and a funding allocation for downtown improvements. The board also extended the maximum term for home fix-up loans to 7 years. A proposal to purchase land on Ballard Ave was deferred pending a detailed offer.

• Recommended City Council approve selling Westridge Block 1, lots 1 & 2 to John and Connie Meyers for $1,000 (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve splitting Westridge Third Edition lot 3 to Marcia Bahr and Paul Mohns for $500 each (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council allocate $25,000 for the 2024 Downtown Building Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Approved extending home fix-up loan terms to a maximum of 7 years (unanimous)
• Approved August 15th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial, city loan fund, and EDC reports (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a tile installation project at the airport and various permit requests. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning map updates, sidewalk bids, and downtown building lot sales.

• Authorize airport farmland tile installation not to exceed $10,000
• Approve hire of Lilly Blackmore as casual EMR for Ambulance Department
• Accept resignation of EMT Kyle Engstrom
• One-day temporary liquor license for Knights of Columbus fundraiser
• Discussion on Torgerson Lane gravel extension bid and Patterson Park sidewalk bids

The Council approved over $1 million in airport construction payments and authorized a zoning map update. They also approved a food truck license, a street party request, and named a new housing development 'Belmont Heights'.

• Approved Peddler/Transient Merchant’s license for Nora Ibarra's food truck (unanimous)
• Approved street closure of Sherman Street for Sept. 16 street party (unanimous)
• Approved $759,808.19 payment to Svoboda Excavating for Airport Parallel Taxiway (unanimous)
• Approved $274,627.98 payment to Svoboda Excavating for Airport Runway Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved $3,850 GIS Contract Amendment for zoning map update (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Torgerson Lane Gravel Extension Project (unanimous)
• Named DBS Housing Project Subdivision 'Belmont Heights' (unanimous)
• Named the east-west street in Belmont Heights 'Whitetail Lane' (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority EDA

The board approved the agenda, June 13th meeting minutes, and staff reports. Members recommended the name 'Fallbrook' for the workforce housing development and determined that excess dirt from a proposed berm must be removed from the site.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 13th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved EDC, Financial, and City Loan Fund reports (unanimous)
• Recommended 'Fallbrook' as the name for the workforce housing project (unanimous)
• Decided excess dirt from the workforce housing development site must be removed

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 134, the Cannabis Interim Ordinance. The meeting also includes second considerations for ordinances regarding cannabis in public spaces and city department amendments.

• Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 134 (Cannabis Interim Ordinance)
• Second Consideration: Ordinance No. 137 (Prohibiting Cannabis in Public Spaces)
• Second Consideration: Ordinance No. 138 (Amending City Departments, Boards, and Commissions)
• Approval of DBS Housing Project plans and specifications
• 2020-21 Street and Utilities Improvements Project Change Order 1

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a sidewalk reconstruction program application for 114 Thomas Hill Road. The council held a public hearing regarding a proposed moratorium on cannabis sales through January 1, 2025, and received an educational presentation on ADA-compliant parade seating.

• Approved Consent Agenda including sidewalk reconstruction application for 114 Thomas Hill Road (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding THC edibles, cannabis in public spaces, and city government updates. The meeting also includes discussions on airport flight inspections and a sidewalk project bid.

• Second Consideration: Ordinance No. 135 regulating THC edibles
• First Consideration: Ordinance 137 prohibiting cannabis use in public spaces
• FAA and City agreement for flight inspection at Jackson Municipal Airport
• Bid for Thomas Hill Rd./Patterson Park Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Project
• Request for Peddler/Transient Merchant’s License for Nora Ibarra food truck

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 135 to establish rules for selling THC edible products, including age and location restrictions. The Council also updated city government ordinances and approved a flight inspection agreement for the municipal airport.

• Approved Ordinance No. 135 regulating THC edibles (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 136 updating Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved $13,948.20 FAA agreement for Jackson Municipal Airport flight inspections (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council allow HomeServe to offer water, sewer, and indoor plumbing insurance to homeowners. The Commission decided the City will not participate in the revenue share program to keep monthly premiums lower for residents.

• Recommended City Council allow HomeServe to offer insurance products to homeowners (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a permit for additional storage containers at 77136 U.S. Highway 71 and the Fallbrook Heights preliminary plat. The meeting also includes discussions on airport maintenance grants, street improvements, and sewer line replacements.

• Interim Use Permit for BCJB Enterprises LLC to add Conex storage containers at 77136 U.S. Highway 71
• Proposed $100 increase for Lead Risk Assessments in the Small Cities Development Grant Home Fix-up Program
• Approval of preliminary plat for Fallbrook Heights (DBS Housing Project)
• Authorization to execute MnDOT Airport Maintenance and Operation Grant Contract
• Discussion of pay applications for Airport Runway Reconstruction, Downtown Alley Improvements, and 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements

The City Council approved a payment for airport runway reconstruction contingent on federal and state reimbursements. The meeting also included presentations on legislative funding and a grant application for downtown beautification.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Runway Reconstruction Pay Application No. 6 for $806,833.33 to Svoboda Excavating, contingent upon FAA and MnDOT reimbursement for Pay Application No. 5 (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority EDA

The Jackson City Council and EDA held a special joint meeting to view potential lots for the UCAP Housing Program in Sunset View and Northridge/Westridge Additions. Officials discussed splitting or selling vacant lots to adjacent property owners to facilitate new construction. The Economic Development Office will contact interested owners before a follow-up decision is made.

• Approved temporary storage of trusses on an empty lot for contractors Jon Thaemlitz and Andy Welp
• Authorized the Economic Development Office to contact four property owners on Westridge Drive regarding the purchase of adjacent lot portions for $1,000
• Discussion of potential $500 costs for splitting lots between adjacent owners

City Council

The City Council will meet with Economic Development Authority members. The discussion involves viewing and discussing lots in Sunset View and Northridge Additions for proposed future housing projects by UCAP.

• Discussion of Sunset View and Northridge Additions lots
• Proposed future housing projects by United Community Action Partnership (UCAP)

Planning Zoning Commission

The Commission recommended that the City Council approve the Preliminary Plat for the Fallbrook Housing Subdivision and an interim use permit for additional storage containers. Members also discussed potential local ordinances to regulate the sale of THC products before state oversight begins in 2025.

• Recommended City Council approval of the Fallbrook Housing Subdivision Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of an Interim Use Permit for BCJB Enterprises to add approximately 20 Conex storage containers at 77136 U.S. Highway 71 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several discussion items including the Jackson Parks and Trails Master Plan and ordinance reviews. The agenda also includes a request for a backyard block party at 113 Pond Drive and quotes for grass re-seeding on South Street.

• Jackson Parks and Trails Master Plan
• Quotes for re-seeding grass on South Street
• Northridge Drive Change Order
• Airport Tree Re-planting Pay Application No. 2
• Ordinance No. 133: Establishing a Plumbing Plan Review Fee

The City Council approved a request for a resident to host a block party with a band. The council also reviewed a Parks and Trails Master Plan and discussed road repair options for Northridge Drive.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved request for block party with a band at 113 Pond Drive on July 22, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a temporary liquor license for the Rhythm of the River event and new plumbing plan review ordinances. The agenda also includes EDA recommendations regarding Westridge Addition lot pricing and a partnership to build four spec homes.

• EDA recommendation to reduce Westridge Addition lot prices to $1,000
• EDA recommendation to partner with UCAP to build 4 spec homes using Center Oval lots
• First consideration of Ordinance No. 132 (Plumbing Plan Review) and Ordinance No. 133 (Plumbing Plan Review Fee)
• Resolution No. 26-0623 accepting a donation for the Ambulance Department
• Airport Runway Reconstruction Pay Application No. 5

The City Council approved a payment for airport runway reconstruction and a contract for sidewalk installation at The Pines. A temporary liquor license was granted for the Rhythm of the River event, and a request for a county fair sign was approved.

• Approved Airport Runway Reconstruction Pay Application No. 5 to Svoboda Excavation for $1,212,232.44 (unanimous)
• Approved $17,430.00 quote from Beltline Concrete, Incorporated for The Pines sidewalk and handrails (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Rhythm of the River organization for July 14-15 (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson County Fair Board request to place a sign near the Water Plant sign on Highway 71 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda except for Item 7(E) regarding Mitch Jasper’s alley improvements request (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including updates on South Street turf restoration and the Downtown Alley Project. The meeting also includes second considerations for ordinances regarding cat feeding and public alcohol consumption.

• Second consideration of Ordinance No. 130 prohibiting feeding and housing cats in the Downtown Business District
• Second consideration of Ordinance No. 131 amending Chapter 116.05 regarding public consumption of alcohol
• South Street Turf Restoration update from Engineer Troy Nemmers
• Downtown Alley Project Pay Application No. 2 and Change Order No. 4
• Resolution No. 22-0623 accepting a donation from the Jackson County Conservation League for the Fire Department

The City Council approved peddler's licenses for two food trucks and authorized a temporary road closure for a community event. The Council also approved its consent agenda and set a time limit for the discussion of Ordinance No. 130.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Limited debate on Council Discussion Item 'E' (Ordinance No. 130) to three minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Peddler’s/Transient Merchant’s License for Chick-fil-A food truck (unanimous)
• Approved Peddler’s/Transient Merchant’s License for Roland’s Barbeque Catering and Concessions (unanimous)
• Approved closure of Springfield Parkway on June 9th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for Sanford Tri-For-Health (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $156,000 loan with Pillars Pub and Eatery at 5.75% interest over 15 years as part of the Consent Agenda.

• $156,000 loan to Pillars Pub and Eatery
• DBS Housing Infrastructure Design Agreement
• Moore Street Notice of Encumbrance
• Concrete Crushing Quote 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding cat feeding in the downtown district and public alcohol consumption. Discussion items also include water treatment improvements, pool evaluations, and a proposed dog park location.

• Ordinance 130: Prohibiting the feeding and housing of cats in the downtown business district
• Ordinance 131: Amending public consumption of alcohol in public places
• Water Treatment Plant Media Filter and Backwash Tank Improvement Project re-bid results
• Ambulance pay rate update retroactive to April 25, 2023
• Surplus property declaration for a 1988 950 B Cat Payloader

The City Council awarded a contract for water treatment plant improvements and approved a consent agenda including lot price reductions. The Council also discussed a proposal for a second swimming pool evaluation, though no final decision on that item was recorded in the text.

• Approved Consent Agenda, including reducing prices of Sunset View Subdivision Phase II 'Center Oval' and West View lots
• Awarded Water Treatment Plant Media Filter and Backwash Tank Improvement Project to Rubin Construction LLC for $847,000.00

Economic Development Authority EDA

The Economic Development Authority approved the April 11 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. The board tabled the naming of the Workforce Housing Development until next month and referred a proposal for city welcome signs to the City Council.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 11 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred 'Welcome to Jackson' sign funding to City Council
• Tabled Workforce Housing Development naming

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to city fees, rates, and charges for 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on a food truck license application and an ordinance regarding feeding cats in the downtown business district.

• Second consideration of Ordinance No. 129 amending City Fees, Rates and Charges
• First consideration of Ordinance No. 130 prohibiting feeding cats in the Downtown Business District
• Peddler’s License Application for Angela’s Egg Roll food truck
• Bids for 2023 Downtown Planters
• City Hall Lawncare Proposal 2023-2024

The council unanimously approved a peddler's license for Angela Brown to operate her food truck, Angela's Egg Roll, in Jackson. The consent agenda was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of a presentation from the Sheldon Jackson Outreach Center about its renovation progress and future plans.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Angela Brown's Peddler's License for Angela's Egg Roll Food Truck (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including an ordinance amendment for 2023 fees, rates, and charges. The meeting also includes discussions regarding airport taxiway paving, downtown alley construction, and playground improvement quotes.

• Bid award for Airport Taxiway and Apron Paving
• First consideration of Ordinance No. 129 amending City Fees, Rates & Charges for 2023
• Downtown Alley Change Order No. 2
• Playground improvement quotes for Patterson and Sunset Parks
• Resolution No. 16-0423 accepting an ambulance donation from Vivian Miller

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda with typographical corrections to the Public Works Director's pay grade. The council also served as the Board of Appeal and Equalization, hearing property valuation disputes and reviewing market value increases across the county.

• Approved Consent Agenda with corrections to Public Works Director pay grades (unanimous)
• Referred property valuation appeal for Industrial Parkway land to County Board of Equalization
• Referred property valuation appeal for Springfield Parkway home to County Board of Equalization

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including a proposal to prohibit feeding deer, cats, and waterfowl. The meeting also includes discussions on airport pay requests, insurance quotes, and TIF district boundary amendments.

• Second Consideration: Ordinance No. 128 rezoning JEDC tract of land to R-3
• First Consideration: Ordinance No. 129 prohibiting the feeding of deer, cats, and waterfowl
• Resolution No. 14 amending the boundaries of TIF District 3-10
• Renewal of Peddler’s Licenses for Brooke and Corey Hanson, Lep’s Take Me Out Food Truck, and Koom N’ Go Asian Food
• Authorization of grant application for Jackson Center for the Arts

The Council entered an agreement with DBS Development Group for a housing project and approved several infrastructure payments and contracts. A proposed ordinance to ban the feeding of deer, cats, and waterfowl was not acted upon following public discussion. The 2022 financial audit was approved.

• Approved agreement with DBS Development Group for housing project conceptual design (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Airport Pay Application No. 4 to Svoboda Excavating for $609,074 (unanimous)
• Approved Water Plant engineering contract with SEH for rebidding and administration (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Financial Statement Audit (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Workers Compensation Insurance quote of $71,099 (unanimous)
• Took no action on Ordinance No. 129 prohibiting feeding of deer, cats, and waterfowl
• Approved Resolution No. 14-0423 amending TIF District 3-10 boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 128 rezoning JEDC land from R-2 to R-3 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a rezoning ordinance for a city-owned parcel and various infrastructure proposals. The agenda also includes discussions on water tower monitoring, street department equipment, and upcoming summer car cruise events.

• First consideration of Ordinance No. 128 to rezone 39.31 acres from R-2 to R-3
• Acceptance of a $15,000 Jackson Health Care Foundation Grant for the EZ Ice Rink System
• Bids for Water Plant Media Filter Rehabilitation and Backwash Tank Modification
• Downtown Business Improvement Applications for several businesses on 2nd and 3rd Streets
• Erickson Property Purchase Agreement for parcel 23.026.1600

The Council approved several equipment and infrastructure purchases, including a front-end loader and a fiber-optic monitoring system for water towers. They also authorized the purchase of the Erickson property for beautification and approved street closures for summer car cruise events.

• Approved $139,970 purchase of 2015 JCB front-end loader from Ziegler (unanimous)
• Approved $22,710 proposal from InControl for East and West Water Tower Monitoring System (unanimous)
• Approved $18,000 purchase of Erickson property-Parcel No. 23.026.1600 (unanimous)
• Approved $121,204 property and liability insurance quote from League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids and authorized rebidding of Water Plant Media Filter Rehabilitation project (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance No. 128 to rezone 36.55 acres to Multiple Family Residence District (R-3) (unanimous)
• Approved street closures on Second Street for Vehicle Cruise-in events on six dates from June 8 to August 17 (unanimous)
• Approved hanging 'Stigma Free' mental health banners on every third light pole along Highway 71 and Second Street (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will meet on March 7, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. to consider a consent agenda including routine items such as bills, minutes, and a $48/year LP tank lease for the airport snow removal garage. Discussion items include approving airport taxiway and apron paving plans and authorizing bids, a pool evaluation proposal, a resolution decertifying TIF District 3-10, and a closed session to discuss purchasing property at the intersection of County Road 34 and Highway 71.

• Approve Airport Taxiway and Apron Paving Plans and Specifications and authorize advertising for bids
• Resolution decertifying TIF District 3-10
• Closed session regarding purchase of property at Co. Road 34 and Highway 71 (Parcel ID 23.026.1600)
• Approve lease of LP tank with Crystal Valley Coop for airport snow removal garage at $48/year
• Authorize advertising to hire up to four seasonal staff for Parks and Streets at $13/hour

The City Council approved plans and bid advertisements for airport taxiway and apron paving. The council also authorized the city to obtain a municipal credit card and established a corresponding usage policy. Additionally, the council set new citywide cleanup dates and approved the 2023 archery deer hunt.

• Approved airport taxiway and apron paving plans and bid authorization (Unanimous)
• Approved proposal for Council Chamber design recommendations up to $3,500 (Unanimous)
• Set Citywide Cleanup Dates for May 6th and 13th (Unanimous)
• Authorized applying for a municipal credit card through Bank Midwest (Unanimous; Finck abstained)
• Approved Resolution 12-0323 establishing a Credit Card Use Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 special archery deer hunt with existing regulations (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (Unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, bills, and a liquor license. Notable discussion items include a public hearing on a local option sales tax for an outdoor athletic complex, authorization to apply for a state redevelopment grant, and updates on a vacant building and library lighting project.

• Public hearing on Local Option Sales Tax for outdoor athletic recreation complex
• Authorization to apply for MN DEED Redevelopment Grant
• Vacant building at 502 2nd St. (former Coast to Coast Building)
• Library lighting project quote from Ron's Electric
• Motion to not waive tort liability limits

The City Council approved a $16,609 bid for LED lighting at the library and authorized a grant application for the redevelopment of the Alamo Building. The council also voted to secure a 60-day option to purchase property at 502 Second Street.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized application for MN DEED Redevelopment Grant for Alamo Building project (unanimous)
• Approved $16,609 bid from Ron’s Electric for Library LED lighting Option Two (unanimous)
• Voted not to waive Municipal Tort Liability Limits (unanimous)
• Approved 60-day option with $500 offer to purchase 502 Second Street from Mitch Jasper (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will meet on February 7, 2023, to discuss and vote on several routine and notable items. Key actions include hiring an ambulance department staff member contingent on obtaining a high school diploma, approving a 3.2 malt beverage license for Family Dollar, and authorizing advertising for a part-time clerk position. Discussion items include a presentation from Minnesota West President Gaalswyk, a quote for electric wire on Emily Street, and a proposal for a water department skidloader.

• Hire ambulance staff contingent on high school diploma
• Approve 3.2 malt beverage license for Family Dollar at 106 Industrial Parkway
• Authorize advertising for part-time clerk position
• Approve water plant media filter and backwash tank rehabilitation project
• Approve GIS proposals from Bolton and Menk

The Council authorized bids for a $700,000 water plant media filter project and approved the creation of a Public Works Director position. They also approved a GIS mapping proposal and scheduled two citywide clean-up events for 2023.

• Approved $19,582.41 quote from Wesco Incorporated for Emily Street Project electric materials
• Approved $65,989 quote from Ziegler for a new Water Department skid loader
• Approved plans and authorized bids for Water Plant Media Filter and Backwash Tank Rehabilitation Project
• Approved $39,901 GIS proposal from Bolton and Menk
• Approved Public Works Director job description and salary range of $78,000 to $109,000
• Appointed Peterson, Titus, and Finck (with Pell as alternate) to the Pool Task Force
• Approved Resolution No. 08-0223 designating Matt Skaret and Sara Mix as MMUA representatives
• Approved Resolution No. 07-0223 designating Matt Skaret and Joe Pell as MRES representatives

City Council

The Jackson City Council and JCC School Board are holding a special joint meeting to continue discussion regarding the city swimming pool. No decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Continued discussion on the city swimming pool

The Jackson City Council and Jackson County Central Schoolboard discussed the $7 million to $9 million cost to renovate the swimming pool. They agreed to create a joint task force to investigate financial solutions and project scope. The task force is expected to report back within 60 days.

• Approved the creation of a pool task force consisting of three City Council members, three Schoolboard members, and three community members
• Set a 60-day timeline for the task force to report back to the boards
• Approved the Schoolboard meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a special workshop meeting to discuss a law enforcement contract with Sheriff Shawn Haken and a resolution on a local option sales tax. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Law enforcement contract – Sheriff Shawn Haken
• Local Option Sales Tax Resolution

City Council

The Jackson City Council will meet on January 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine items such as approving minutes, a bills list, a gas rate increase notice, a pool letter to the school district, deer hunt numbers, a hydration station grant application, an ambulance driver contract, a hire, and a fire association report. Council discussion items include strategic planning, airport runway apron reconstruction, an ambulance remount quote, Torgerson Lane extension, park project decisions, a bond rating upgrade, a mayors association lobbying contract, a local option sales tax resolution, and an engineering services proposal.

• Consent agenda includes Resolution No. 04-0123 for bills list and approval of contracts and hires.
• Council discussion items include a local option sales tax resolution and possible action.
• Airport runway apron reconstruction and engineering services proposals are on the agenda.
• Park projects: pausing a DNR grant for a concrete pad, leveling a skating area, and delaying a skateboard park move.
• Moody's bond rating upgrade for the City of Jackson is listed for discussion.

The City Council approved an airport runway apron reconstruction project and the purchase of a remounted ambulance. They also authorized engineering services for a gravel road extension and approved the 2023 non-general fund budgets.

• Approved Airport Runway Apron Reconstruction Project and HDR Engineering Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $147,538 quote for remount ambulance from Arrow Manufacturing (unanimous)
• Approved $19,000 Task Order with Bolton and Menk for Torgerson Lane gravel road extension (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to not apply for DNR Grant for Memorial Park cement pad (unanimous)
• Approved $1,867.23 share for SW MN Mayors Association lobbying contract (unanimous)
• Approved structural engineering agreement with SEH for former Prairie Winds Motel not to exceed $5,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05-0123 for 2023 Non-General Fund Budgets (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The Jackson City Council will hold a special workshop meeting on January 11, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. The agenda includes department head introductions and a discussion on swimming pool costs and estimates. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Swimming pool discussion and cost estimates

City Council

The Jackson City Council will meet on January 3, 2023, to accept the resignation of Ward 2 Alderman Marcus Polz, approve a resolution declaring a vacancy, and swear in new council members. The consent agenda includes matching up to $7,500 for the Jackson Food Shelf, extending $1/mile ambulance reimbursement through June 30, 2023, and appointing 2023 Fire Department officers. Council discussion items include the 2022 audit letter of engagement, a GoGov citizen alert proposal, strategic planning sessions, workshops on the law enforcement contract and city finances, traffic control at First and White Streets, and painting/chairs for the council chamber.

• Acceptance of Marcus Polz's resignation as Ward 2 Alderman
• Resolution 01-0123 declaring a vacancy on the City Council
• Oath of office for new council members
• Matching up to $7,500 for the Jackson Food Shelf in 2023
• Extension of $1/mile loaded ambulance reimbursement through June 30, 2023

The City Council administered oaths of office to a new Mayor and four Aldermen. The council approved a $1,035,000 grant for residential and commercial property rehab and authorized a new citizen notification app. Traffic signage changes at First and White Streets were also approved.

• Accepted Marcus Polz's resignation as Ward Two Alderman (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 02-0123 declaring a City Council vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 03-0123 filling a City Council vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda, excluding item 12(D) for which Alderman Finck abstained (unanimous)
• Approved Auditor Letter of Engagement with Abdo for 2022 audit (unanimous)
• Approved GOGov Notify system proposal for $3,900 annually (unanimous)
• Approved removing yield signs on First Street and moving them to White Street (unanimous)
• Approved Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) Grant Agreement for $1,035,000 (unanimous)