Lu Verne public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including updates to the personnel policy for sick leave compliance and a memorandum of agreement with AFSCME. Additionally, the council will review new license fees and rates for city services and a request to waive subdivision requirements for an 80-acre tract.

• Resolution amending personnel policy for state earned sick and safe time law compliance
• Resolution approving memorandum of agreement between City of Luverne and AFSCME
• Resolution establishing license fees, rates, and charges for city services
• Resolution waiving Chapter 152 subdivision requirements for the Fick estate

City Council

The City Council will review the fiscal year 2024 budget and a $3,232,740 tax levy. Additional items include final payments for airport pavement repairs and a sidewalk connection project.

• Final payment of $44,724.22 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for airport pavement work
• Payment of $141,359.38 to Henning Construction for the Sybesma Subdivision connection
• Decertification of TIF District 16 (Pamida) and District 17 (Minnwest Bank-State Farm)
• Approval of the 2024 City Budget and a 3.5% pay increase plan
• Approval of the $3,232,740 collectible 2024 tax levy

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will meet to approve the 2023 Annual Report and previous meeting minutes. The commission will also note upcoming member term expirations scheduled for November 2024.

• Approval of December 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2023 Charter Commission Annual Report
• Notice of upcoming term expirations for Jeffrey Hartquist, Michael Haakenson, and Sherri Thompson in November 2024

Airport Board

The Airport Board will conduct a regular meeting to review previous minutes and financial reports as of November 30, 2023. The agenda also includes reports from the City Administrator, Ben Baum (FBO), and the DGR Engineer.

• Review of November 7, 2023 Airport Board Minutes
• Airport Financial Reports as of November 30, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider budget amendments for fire department equipment and TNT house projects. They will also review funding applications for local road improvements and a federal childcare center grant. Additionally, the council will review operating contracts for the Palace Theater and Blue Mound Ice Arena.

• Authorization of $2,608,000 USDA grant documents for Luverne Child Care Center
• Budget amendments for fire department equipment and TNT house projects
• Funding application for Freeman Ave, Hatting St, and W Mead Ct improvements
• Final payment of $49,860.61 to Rice Lake Construction for power plant addition
• Operating contracts for Palace Theater ($48,000/year) and Blue Mound Ice Arena ($22,000/year)

City Council Work Session

The Luverne City Council will hold a work session on November 21, 2023, to review an electric rate study presented by Evan Leebens. The agenda consists primarily of standard procedural items and focuses on evaluating utility rates that affect local residents.

• Electric Rate Study Presentation--Evan Leebens, MRES.2023-294

City Council

The council will consider several construction payments for airport pavement repair, the Dakota Road extension, and parking lot improvements. They will also review resolutions regarding historical society funding and municipal street system designations.

• $395,843.92 payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for airport pavement repair
• $20,000 contribution to Rock County Historical Society for building renovations over three years
• Final payment of $61,372.29 for Public Works Parking Lot Improvements
• Final payment of $11,315.97 for the Dakota Road Extension project
• $25,000 annual contract for managing and operating the Rock County Historical Society

Economic Development Authority

The EDA will hold a public hearing to discuss protective covenants and lot prices for the Lopau Second Addition. The meeting also includes consideration of a $3,000 demolition grant for CHS Inc. at 406 S. Freeman Ave.

• Public hearing on protective covenants and sale prices for 24 lots in Lopau Second Addition
• $3,000 residential demolition grant request for 406 S. Freeman Ave
• Resolution #9-2023 regarding protective covenants for Lopau Second Addition
• Resolution #10-2023 regarding real estate sales and prices in Lopau Second Addition

Aquatics & Fitness Board

The Pool Commission will review the financial report as of October 31, 2023. The board will also receive an update regarding the Abdo Organizational Assessment.

• Review of September 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Pool Financial Report as of October 31, 2023
• Abdo Organizational Assessment update

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review financial reports as of October 31, 2023. The meeting includes updates on airport activities and engineering reports regarding the Airport Pavement Project and the 2024 Hangar Project.

• Airport Pavement Project report
• 2024 Hangar Project report
• Review of financial reports as of October 31, 2023
• Approval of October 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding changes to the City Code. The discussion involves updates to definitions and requirements for changeable and off-premises advertising signs.

• Public hearing on City Code chapter 153, Section 153.46 (Changeable Sign)
• Public hearing on City Code Section 153.151 (Specific Identification Sign Requirements)
• Zoning Amendment-Text Application for Section 153.146 and Section 153.151

City Council

The City Council will review a payment and change order for the completed Lopau Addition Project. They are also considering an agreement with Knutson Construction for the Child Care Roof Replacement Project and two raffle permit applications.

• Lopau Addition Project: Certificate for Payment No. 4 for $339,594.05 and Change Order No. 1 for $47,485
• Child Care Roof Replacement Project: Agreement with Knutson Construction for a total scope between $1,461,631
• Exempt Permit application for Luverne Music Boosters raffle on January 20, 2024
• Exempt Permit application for Luverne Area Chamber & CVB raffle on June 1, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider a property tax abatement for the renovation of the former TCI building into a child care facility. The meeting also includes discussions on regulating lawful gambling and grant agreements for airport pavement improvements. Additionally, the council will review assessments for unpaid utility and miscellaneous charges.

• Property tax abatement resolution for $4.2 million to renovate the former TCI building into a child care facility
• Proposed ordinance regulating lawful gambling within Luverne and surrounding townships
• Grant agreements for a $471,630.26 airfield pavement project at Quentin Aanenson Field
• Adoption of assessments totaling $6,648.99 for unpaid utility and miscellaneous charges
• Temporary liquor license application for Take 16 Brewing Company

Economic Development Authority

The authority is receiving updates on the childcare center project, including roof replacement plans and fundraising efforts. A motion was also made to call for a public hearing regarding lot prices and protective covenants for the Lopau Second Addition.

• Childcare center roof replacement project expected to begin in November
• Kids Rock! nonprofit raising $1 million for childcare center project
• Public hearing proposed for Nov 13th regarding Lopau Second Addition lot prices and protective covenants

Airport Board

The board will review financial reports as of September 30, 2023. The agenda includes a review of the Airport Fly-In and a report on the Airport Pavement Project.

• Airport Financial Reports as of September 30, 2023
• Airport Fly-In Review
• Airport Pavement Project

City Council

The City Council will review a final payment for the Luverne Wastewater Treatment Plant project. They are also considering agreements to begin a roof replacement at the Child Care Center and an exempt permit for a hockey club raffle.

• $11,182.00 final payment to Gridor Construction, Inc. for Luverne Wastewater Treatment Plant Project Phase 2 & 3 Improvements
• Authorization of agreements with ISG and Knutson Construction for the Child Care Roof Replacement Project
• Replacement of Council Member Dan Nath with Mayor Patrick Baustian on the Kids Rock! Child Care Committee
• Exempt permit application for the Luverne Hockey Club raffle at Blue Mound Ice Arena

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole work session. The agenda includes a report or update from Betty Mann of the Rock County Historical Society.

• Report from Rock County Historical Society (Betty Mann)

City Council

The City Council will consider setting the 2023 tax levy at $3,232,740 and scheduling a public hearing for December 12, 2023. The agenda also includes a proposed annual contribution to the Rock County Historical Society and a contract change order for diesel generating equipment.

• Proposed 2023 tax levy of $3,232,740
• $25,000 annual contribution to Rock County Historical Society
• $30,798 contract increase for diesel generating equipment
• Public hearing for property tax abatements regarding childcare renovation
• Temporary liquor license for Take 16 Brewing Company

Aquatics & Fitness Board

The Pool Commission will review meeting minutes from May 8, 2023. The board will also receive financial reports for periods ending June 30 and August 31, 2023, and an organizational assessment.

• Review of May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Pool Financial Report as of June 30, 2023
• Pool Financial Report as of August 31, 2023
• Abdo Organizational Assessment update

The Board approved a flat monthly rental fee for the newly formed Tri-State Swim Team. Members also approved the May 8 meeting minutes and financial reports through August 31, 2023.

• Approved flat $500.00 per month swim team rental fee (unanimous)
• Approved Pool Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Pool Financial Report as of June 30 and August 31, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The Committee of the Whole will conduct a review and discussion regarding the capital and operating budget. This work session agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Capital and operating budget review/discussion

City Council

The City Council will review several financial and infrastructure items including a payment for the Lopau Addition and an airport capital improvement plan. Discussions also include liquor licenses for The Bull Pen and a raffle permit for the Luverne Area Community Foundation.

• $336,554.37 payment to Henning Construction for Lopau Addition work
• Luverne Airport FY2024 Capital Improvement Program including $1,080,000 T-Hangar project
• Proposed schedule for GO Tax Abatement Bonds, Series 2023B
• Exempt permit for Luverne Area Community Foundation raffle on December 1, 2023
• Annual liquor and Sunday on-sale licenses for B&H Investments, LLC DBA The Bull Pen

The City Council approved a capital improvement project for a 6-unit T-Hangar and Taxilane at the Luverne Airport. They also approved the issuance schedule for GO Tax Abatement Bonds for a childcare center and authorized several business licenses.

• Approved Luverne Airport FY2024 CIP for 6-unit T-Hangar and Taxilane project (unanimous)
• Approved GO Tax Abatement Bonds Series 2023B schedule for Childcare Center (unanimous)
• Approved $336,554.37 payment to Henning Construction for Lopau Addition (unanimous)
• Approved August 2023 Claim Report for $693,682.01 (unanimous)
• Approved liquor, Sunday on-sale, and 2 AM licenses for The Bull Pen (unanimous)
• Approved exempt permit for Luverne Area Community Foundation raffle (unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2023 City Council Minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is reviewing a report on bike and pedestrian counts for the Luverne Loop. The board is also receiving an update on the $1 million capital campaign for the Kids Rock! Child Care Center.

• Luverne Loop reported 3,719 users between June 1 and June 18, 2023
• Kids Rock! capital campaign has over $500,000 committed toward a $1 million goal
• Construction for Kids Rock! is tentatively planned to begin in March 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance change regarding snow and grass nuisance abatement procedures. They will also review a resolution to increase an internal loan for LUVTV PEG access channel equipment and a resolution supporting a county-wide cannabis ordinance.

• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 91 regarding snow and grass nuisance enforcement
• Resolution to increase the internal loan for LUVTV PEG access cable TV equipment by $9,775.00
• Resolution in support of a Rock County ordinance regulating cannabis in public places
• Review of Fire Department and Airport Board minutes

The Council adopted an ordinance to streamline the abatement of snow and grass nuisances and passed a resolution supporting a Rock County ordinance on cannabis use in public places. They also approved a loan increase for LUVTV equipment and authorized August claims.

• Adopted ordinance to allow posting notices for snow and grass nuisances on premises (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Rock County ordinance regulating cannabis in public places (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to increase internal loan for LUVTV equipment by $9,775.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 2023 First Claim Report for $721,190.01 (Unanimous)
• Approved July 31, 2023 Petty Cash Reconciliation (Unanimous)
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Received and filed Luverne Fire Department and Airport Board minutes (Unanimous)

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review the airport's financial report as of July 31, 2023. The meeting includes reports regarding an airport fly-in and the airport pavement project.

• Airport Pavement Project report
• Airport Financial Report as of July 31, 2023
• Report on Airport Fly-In
• Approval of June 6, 2023 minutes

The Airport Board approved the minutes from the June 6 meeting and the financial report as of July 31, 2023. Members discussed the upcoming August 26 Fly-In and a pavement project scheduled to begin August 28.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 31, 2023 financial report (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several construction-related payments for the Lopau Addition and Power Plant Generation Addition Project. They will also review a temporary liquor license request for August 19, 2023. Additionally, the council will receive the 2022 audit presentation.

• $485,149.56 payment to Henning Construction for Lopau Addition
• $82,240.93 payment to Rice Lake Construction for Power Plant Generation Addition Project
• $7,335.00 contract increase and $28,975.00 payment to Hulstein Excavating for sewer lining
• Temporary liquor license request for Take 16 Brewing Company

The City Council approved the second claim report for July and several payments for sewer, power plant, and road projects. The council also accepted the 2022 audited financial statements, which contained no reported deficiencies.

• Approved second claim report for July 2023 for $1,404,465.87 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,335 contract increase and $28,975 payment to Hulstein Excavating for 2022 Sewer Lining and Utility Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $82,240.93 payment to Rice Lake Construction for Power Plant Generation Addition Project (unanimous)
• Approved $485,149.56 payment to Henning Construction for Lopau Addition (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Luverne Brew Partners for August 19, 2023 (2-2 with 2 abstentions)
• Accepted 2022 Audited Financial Statements (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2023 City Council Minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a work session to review reports and updates. This includes a discussion regarding the Capital Budget Review/Discussion 2023-201.

• Capital Budget Review/Discussion 2023-201

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding property subdivision requirements. The City is proposing to purchase .53 acres from Sandy Maxwell for $16,325 to correct the Redbird Road right-of-way and utility easements.

• Resolution to waive Chapter 152 subdivision requirements for Sandy Maxwell
• Purchase of .53 acres from Sandy Maxwell for $16,325
• Correction of Redbird Road right-of-way and utility easements

The City Council adopted a resolution to purchase 0.53 acres of land from Sandy Maxwell to correct road right-of-way and utility easements. The council also approved the July 2023 claim report and petty cash reconciliation.

• Approved purchase of .53 acres from Sandy Maxwell for $16,325 (Unanimous)
• Approved First Claim Report for July 2023 for $674,781.87 (Unanimous)
• Approved petty cash reconciliation as of June 30, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Agenda and Special Orders (Unanimous)

Aquatics & Fitness Board

The Pool Commission will review the minutes from the May 8, 2023, regular meeting. The board will also receive a financial report covering the period ending June 30, 2023.

• Review of May 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Pool Financial Report as of June 30, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider a payment to Henning Construction, Inc. for sanitary sewer and water main work in the Lopau Addition. The Council will also review an exempt permit application for a Rock County Pheasants Forever raffle scheduled for October 5, 2023. Other business includes reviewing staff reports and the June 2023 claim report.

• $264,819.15 payment to Henning Construction, Inc. for Lopau Addition sewer and water main work
• Exempt permit application for Rock County Pheasants Forever raffle on October 5, 2023
• Review of Luverne Economic Development Authority minutes from May 8, 2023
• Bi-Annual Report for Blue Mound Area Theatre

The Council adopted a resolution supporting the use of Tax Increment Financing for a 30-unit rental housing development by Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership. The city will contribute land for $1 and create a Housing TIF District. Other financial approvals included a claim report and a construction payment.

• Adopted resolution supporting TIF and $1 land contribution for 30-unit multifamily housing (unanimous)
• Approved second claim report for June 2023 for $1,105,734.23 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate for Payment No. 1 to Henning Construction, Inc. for $264,819.15 (unanimous)
• Approved exempt permit for Rock County Pheasants Forever raffle on October 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 City Council Minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Luverne Economic Development Authority Minutes from May 8, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved a contract for a concrete trail spur connecting Sybesma Subdivision to the Luverne Loop. They also adopted ordinances for a fire protection permit program and managed natural lawn areas, and updated the city's personnel policy.

• Approved $219,851.50 bid to Henning Construction, Inc. for Sybesma Subdivision trail connection (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing a municipal fire protection permit program (Ayes: Kevin Aaker, Dan Nath, Scott Viessman)
• Adopted ordinance adding Section 91.18.01 for managed natural lawn areas (Ayes: Kevin Aaker, Dan Nath, Scott Viessman)
• Approved $755,299.64 First Claim Report for June 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Mayor Patrick T. Baustian as delegate and Jill Wolf as alternate to Lewis & Clark Regional Water System (Unanimous)
• Approved MNDOT Airport Maintenance and Operation Grant Contract for up to $27,739.00 per fiscal year 2024-2025 (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolution amending City Personnel Policy regarding the CROWN Act, DEI, and holidays (Unanimous)
• Approved petty cash reconciliation as of May 31, 2023 (Unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will consider grant requests for a building demolition on S. Kniss Ave. and facade improvements on E. Main St. The meeting also includes a report on an upcoming open house regarding a proposed 30-unit housing development in the Sybesma Subdivision.

• $5,000 commercial demolition grant request for 704 S. Kniss Ave.
• $21,000 grant and $21,000 loan for facade improvements at 321 E. Main St.
• Proposed 30-unit mixed-income housing development in Sybesma Subdivision

The Economic Development Authority approved a combined loan and grant for a storefront project and a demolition grant for a dilapidated building. The board also discussed a proposed 30-unit mixed-income rental development by the Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership.

• Approved $21,000 grant and $21,000 loan (4% for 7 years) for Prairie Water Solutions facade project at 321 E. Main St. (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 Commercial Demolition Grant for The Flower Shop LLC at 704 S. Kniss Ave. (5-0)
• Approved May 2023 Regular Department Payment Report (5-0)
• Approved May 2023 Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Airport Board

The board will review the financial report as of May 31, 2023. Discussion includes an airport fly-in and a report on the airport pavement project.

• Airport Financial Report as of May 31, 2023
• Airport Fly-In
• Airport Pavement Project

The Airport Board approved the financial report as of May 31, 2023, and the minutes from the May 2 meeting. Members discussed the Airport Fly-In and received a report on the upcoming Airport Pavement Project timeline.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 31, 2023 financial report (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a request to waive subdivision requirements for a property at 1141 121st St. The agenda also includes requests for a July 4th event at The Lake and liquor license applications.

• Subdivision requirement waiver for 1141 121st St
• Public right-of-way use request for July 4th event at The Lake
• Temporary liquor license for Take 16 Brewing Company
• Liquor license renewal for Howling Dog Saloon, LLC

The City Council approved a property subdivision waiver for a trust and granted permission for a public 4th of July event at The Lake. The council also approved a claim report for $878,751.78 and two liquor license requests.

• Approved May 2023 Second Claim Report for $878,751.78 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-23 waiving Chapter 152 subdivision requirements for Nova Jean Like Living Trust (unanimous)
• Approved private use of public right-of-way for July 4 event at The Lake (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Take 16 Brewing Company for June 4, 2023 (2-0, 3 recused)
• Approved 2 a.m. liquor license renewal for Howling Dog Saloon, LLC (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole work session. The agenda includes a report or update regarding Tour Generations Inc. located at 105 South Estey St.

• Report/Update: Tour Generations Inc., 105 South Estey St.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a resolution to issue $1,720,000 in bonds for the Lopau Addition project. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding liquor licenses at the baseball park and street closure requests for summer events.

• $1,720,000 bond issuance for Lopau Addition improvements
• Ordinance amendment for liquor licenses at the baseball park
• $15,000 environmental consulting agreement with Braun Intertec Corporation
• Sybesma Subdivision trail connection plans and bid date
• Street closures on Blue Mound Avenue for summer events

The City Council approved the issuance of general obligation improvement bonds for the Lopau Addition project and authorized environmental consulting services. The council also updated liquor license codes for the Luverne Baseball Association and approved a new trail spur connection.

• Approved $1,585,000 general obligation improvement bonds for Lopau Addition improvements (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance allowing on-sale wine and malt liquor licenses for the Luverne Baseball Association (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Braun Intertec Corporation for environmental consulting services up to $15,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved plans and June 6 bid date for Sybesma Subdivision connection to the Luverne Loop (Unanimous)
• Approved street closure requests for Luverne Brew Partners for June 2 and August 19 (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 Claim Report for $393,070.71 (Unanimous)
• Approved April 25, 2023 City Council minutes (Unanimous)

Aquatics & Fitness Board

The Luverne Aquatics & Fitness Board will review the March 13, 2023, meeting minutes and financial reports as of April 30, 2023. The agenda also includes facility activity updates.

• Approval of March 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports as of April 30, 2023
• Facility activity updates

The Pool Commission approved the financial reports as of April 30, 2023, and the meeting minutes from March 13, 2023. The board discussed E-Bike rentals and the upcoming summer schedule opening on June 5.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports as of April 30, 2023 (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The authority will consider a proposal from LEC Properties, LLC to build a 70' x 140' shop for Loosbrock Electrical Construction, LLC. The agenda also includes details regarding the Luverne Loop ribbon cutting event scheduled for June 1.

• Proposal to purchase Lot 1, Mayes Third Addition for a 70' x 140' shop
• Motion to approve sale of Lot 1 to LEC Properties, LLC and authorize development agreement
• Luverne Loop ribbon cutting event on June 1 at 601 E. Main St.
• Approval of March and April department payment reports
• Approval of March and April financial reports

The Economic Development Authority approved the sale of Lot 1 in Mayes Third Addition to LEC Properties, LLC for the construction of a 70' x 140' shop. The facility will support Loosbrock Electrical Construction, LLC. The board also approved several financial reports and payment records.

• Approved sale of Lot 1, Mayes Third Addition to LEC Properties, LLC and authorized Development Agreement (4-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 2023 Regular Department Payment Report (4-0)
• Approved April 2023 Regular Department Payment Report (4-0)
• Approved March 2023 Financial Report (4-0)
• Approved April 2023 Financial Report (4-0)

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review the financial report as of April 30, 2023. The agenda includes updates on an airport fly-in and a report on the airport pavement project.

• Approval of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Airport Financial Report as of April 30, 2023
• Airport Fly-In update
• Airport Pavement Project report

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to accept bids for the Luverne Municipal Airport pavement crack repair project. The council will also review a temporary on-sale liquor license application for the Rock County Fair. Additionally, staff will present a certificate of achievement for excellence in financial reporting.

• Resolution accepting bids for Airport Pavement Crack Repair and Surface Treatment Project ($400,882.36 base bid)
• Temporary on-sale liquor license application for the Rock County Agricultural Society (July 26–29, 2023)
• Presentation of GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
• Receipt of committee reports from the EDA, Pool Commission, Airport Board, and HRA

The City Council accepted the lowest bid for airport pavement crack repair and surface treatment. They also approved a temporary on-sale liquor license for the Rock County Fair and authorized a claim report for April.

• Approved Airport Pavement Crack Repair and Surface Treatment bid from Fahrner Asphalt for $400,882.36 (plus a $70,747.88 bid alternate) (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Rock County Agricultural Society for July 26-29, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved second Claim Report for April 2023 for $835,412.43 (Unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 City Council Minutes (Unanimous)
• Received and filed minutes from Economic Development Authority, Pool Commission, Airport Board, and HRA (Unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Committee of the Whole will review several reports and project updates. The session includes a tour of the Trades House Remodel Project and a presentation regarding a trip to Denmark.

• Tour of Trades House Remodel Project at 409 East Dodge Street
• Presentation on Nature Energy trip to Denmark
• Report from Luverne Public School Counselor Amy Cook

The City Council held a work session featuring a report on a bio-gas facility tour in Denmark and a presentation on school counseling goals. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to allow the subdivision and platting of the Lopau Second Addition for single-family homes. Additionally, the council will review annual liquor and Sunday on-sale license applications for Los Bravos, LLC at 920 South Kniss.

• Resolution to waive Chapter 152 subdivision requirements for Lopau Second Addition
• Annual liquor and Sunday on-sale licenses for Los Bravos, LLC (920 South Kniss)
• First Claim Report for April 2023

The City Council approved a resolution to waive certain subdivision requirements for the Lopau Second Addition to allow for 24 single-family home lots. The council also approved liquor and Sunday on-sale licenses for a new restaurant. A claims report for April was approved.

• Approved waiver of subdivision requirements for Lopau Second Addition (unanimous)
• Approved annual liquor and Sunday on-sale licenses for Los Bravos, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved First Claim Report for April 2023 for $768,904.86 (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Airport Board minutes from November 14, 2022 (unanimous)

Airport Board

The board will review financial reports for February and March 2023. The agenda also includes updates regarding airport activities and the Airport Pavement Project.

• Approval of February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Airport Financial Report as of February 28, 2023
• Airport Financial Report as of March 31, 2023
• Airport Pavement Project update

The board approved the financial reports for February and March 2023. A low bid of $471,630.26 for the Airport Pavement Project was identified and will be sent to the City Council for approval on April 25, 2023.

• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Financial Report as of February 28, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved Airport Financial Report as of March 31, 2023 (3-0)

Board of Appeals and Adjustments

The Board of Appeals and Adjustments will consider a variance request regarding allowable free-standing signs. The request is for Vance and Rebecca Walgrave at 924 South Kniss Ave.

• Variance Request: Free-Standing Sign (Section 153.151) at 924 South Kniss Ave

The Board of Appeals and Adjustments approved a variance request for Vance and Rebecca Walgrave regarding the allowable free-standing sign area. The approval is subject to several conditions, including FAA height approval and a structural engineer's report.

• Approved variance request for free-standing sign area at 924 South Kniss Ave (unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to issue bonds for the Lopau Addition housing development. Other items include pay estimates for the Power Plant Generation project, municipal advisory services, and various permit applications.

• Proposed $1,720,000 bond issuance for street and utility improvements in the Lopau Addition
• Pay estimates totaling $188,129.15 to Rice Lake Construction for Power Plant Generation addition
• $19,750 municipal advisory service agreement with Northland Securities, Inc.
• Exempt permit applications for Luverne Baseball Association and Luverne Softball Association raffles
• Temporary liquor licenses for Luverne Baseball Association at Redbird Field

The City Council approved the issuance of $1.72 million in general obligation improvement bonds for street and utility work at the Lopau Addition housing development. The council also approved several gambling and liquor permits for local sports associations and a park use request for a suicide prevention walk.

• Adopted resolution to issue $1,720,000 in general obligation improvement bonds for Lopau Addition (unanimous)
• Approved $19,750 municipal advisory agreement with Northland Securities, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved second claim report for March 2023 for $1,502,461.84 (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimates for Rice Lake Construction totaling $188,229.15 (unanimous)
• Approved exempt gambling permit for Luverne Baseball Association raffle on July 12, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved exempt gambling permit for Luverne Softball Association raffle on July 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor licenses for Luverne Baseball Association for 12 game dates (unanimous)
• Approved public right-of-way use for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention event on Sept 16, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Appeals and Adjustments

The Board of Appeals and Adjustments held a public hearing regarding a variance request for a free-standing sign area at 924 South Kniss. No action was taken on the request during this meeting. The board scheduled a follow-up meeting for April 3, 2023, to consider action on the variance.

• Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on variance request for 924 South Kniss to April 3, 2023

City Council

The City Council adopted a resolution to use a Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR) for the city childcare center project. The council also approved a claim report for $459,257.27 and a contract for renewable energy certificate management.

• Approved RFP for Construction Manager At Risk for the City of Luverne Childcare Center (Unanimous)
• Approved First Claim Report for March 2023 for $459,257.27 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract for Missouri River Energy Services to administer Renewable Energy Certificates (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day temporary liquor license for Take 16 Brewing Company for May 14, 2023 (2-0-3)
• Approved petty cash reconciliation as of February 28, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 City Council minutes (Unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review the February 2023 department payment and financial reports. The board is also scheduled to consider Resolution #8-2023 regarding a commitment of funds to support Luverne Initiatives For Tomorrow (LIFT).

• Resolution #8-2023: Commitment of funds to Luverne Initiatives For Tomorrow (LIFT)
• February 2023 Department Payment Report
• February 2023 Financial Report

The Economic Development Authority approved Resolution #8-2023 to commit funds to support Luverne Initiatives For Tomorrow (LIFT). The board also approved the February 2023 payment and financial reports.

• Approved Resolution #8-2023 to commit funds for Luverne Initiatives For Tomorrow (LIFT) (unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 Regular Department Payment Report (unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Aquatics & Fitness Board

The Pool Commission elected its officers and approved financial reports for 2022 and February 2023. The board established a new fee for changing swimming lesson registrations. Members also discussed budget shortfalls and facility locker management.

• Elected Iverson as Chair, McClure as Vice-Chair, and Ossenfort as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 year-end and February 28, 2023 financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved $5.00 fee per child to change swimming lesson registrations (unanimous)

Airport Board

The board will review the airport financial report as of February 28, 2023. The meeting includes updates on airport activities and a report regarding the Airport Pavement Project.

• Airport Financial Report as of February 28, 2023
• Airport Pavement Project

City Council

The Council will hold an informational meeting regarding the Child Care Center Project to discuss its economic and environmental impacts. Members will also consider approving a snowmobile trail permit and a temporary liquor license for Buffalo Days. Additionally, the council will review specifications for airport pavement improvements.

• Public hearing for Child Care Center Project at 1 Roundwind Road
• Final payment of $81,923.87 to Hulstein Excavating, Inc. for parking lot improvements
• Resolution adopting the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program for airport grants
• Authorization of bids for Luverne Airport Pavement Project, estimated at $477,000
• Temporary liquor license for Buffalo Days Cruise In on June 2, 2023

The Council authorized bids for a $477,000 airport pavement project and approved a final payment for PrairiE Loft Apartments parking improvements. They also adopted a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program and a snowmobile trail permit. A public hearing was held regarding the Child Care Center Project at 1 Roundwind Road.

• Approved $731,070.71 second claim report for February 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $81,923.87 final payment to Hulstein Excavating, Inc. for PrairiE Loft Apartments parking (unanimous)
• Adopted Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program for federal DOT projects (unanimous)
• Approved snowmobile trail permit with Rock County Sno-masters (unanimous)
• Authorized bids for Luverne Airport Pavement Project estimated at $477,000 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Luverne Area Chamber for June 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a work session on February 21, 2023. The agenda includes a tour of the Palace Theatre located at 104 East Main Street.

• Tour of Palace Theatre (104 East Main Street)

The City Council held a work session consisting of a tour of the Palace Theatre at 104 East Main Street. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The council will consider awarding a $1,480,513.80 construction contract for the Lopau Addition Improvement Project. They will also review an ordinance to rezone several properties across various city additions. Other items include a digital technology reimbursement policy and an energy agreement with Missouri River Energy Services.

• $1,480,513.80 construction bid for Lopau Addition Improvement Project
• Rezoning of parcels in Mayes, Lopau, Tri-State, and Reisch Additions
• $16,700 contract increase for Dakota Road Extension
• Digital technology reimbursement policy up to $1,500 per term
• Reserved Capacity Agreement with Missouri River Energy Services

The City Council awarded a construction contract to Henning Construction for the Lopau Addition residential development. The council also approved several zoning amendments and a new digital technology reimbursement policy for elected officials.

• Awarded Lopau Addition Improvement Project bid to Henning Construction for $1,480,513.80 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to rezone five parcels including Mayes Addition, Lopau Addition, Tri-State Addition, and Reisch Addition (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution allowing elected officials reimbursement up to $1,500 per term for portable computer devices (unanimous)
• Approved $16,700 change order and $84,851.10 payment to Henning Construction for Dakota Road Extension (unanimous)
• Approved Reserved Capacity Agreement with Missouri River Energy Services (unanimous)
• Approved Luverne Area Chamber Consumption and Display Permit for April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 First Claim Report for $908,178.03 (unanimous)
• Approved petty cash reconciliation as of January 31, 2023 (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The EDA will review the January 2023 department payment and financial reports. Joe Hollman from Maxfield Research & Consulting will present findings from the updated Comprehensive Housing Needs Analysis.

• Comprehensive Housing Needs Analysis update
• Approval of January 2023 Department Payment Report
• Approval of January 2023 Financial Report
• Approval of January 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Authority received a presentation on the updated housing study from Maxfield Research & Consulting. The report identifies a housing shortage in Luverne, specifically for middle-market single-family homes and workforce rental housing. The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and January financial reports.

• Approved January 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 Regular Department Payment Report (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review financial reports for December 2022 and January 2023. The meeting also includes a report on the 4-Unit Box Hangar Project.

• Approval of November 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of Dec 31, 2022, and Jan 31, 2023 financial reports
• 4-Unit Box Hangar Project report

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings to recommend land use amendments to the City Council. These proposals include rezoning various parcels for industrial, residential, and public use. Tyler LeBrun will also take an oath of office.

• Rezoning Mayes Addition from agriculture to special industry
• Rezoning Lopau Addition parcels to single-family residential
• Rezoning 1 Roundwind Rd from limited business to public use
• Rezoning Reisch Addition to single-family residential
• Oath of office for Tyler LeBrun

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend five rezoning amendments to the Luverne City Council. These changes affect parcels in the Mayes, Lopau, Tri-State, and Reisch additions.

• Approved recommendation to rezone Lot 1, Block 1, Mayes Addition from AG-Agriculture to I-2 – Special Industry (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to rezone Outlot A, Lopau Addition from R-R – Residential Reserve to R-1 – Single-Family Residential (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to rezone Lot 1, Lopau Addition (102 S Walnut Ave) from R-R – Residential Reserve to R-1 – Single-Family Residential (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to rezone Lot 1, Block 1, Tri-State Addition (1 Roundwind Rd) from B – Limited Business to P – Public (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to rezone Lots 1, 2, and 3, Reisch Addition from R-R – Residential Reserve to R-1 – Single-Family Residential (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $60,027.67 payment to Rice Lake Construction for the Power Plant Generation Addition Project. The Council will also review a proposed resolution regarding subdivision requirements for 101 and 103 West Brown.

• $60,027.67 payment to Rice Lake Construction for power plant project work
• Proposed resolution to waive subdivision requirements at 101 and 103 West Brown
• Approval of the January 2023 Claim Report
• Receipt of reports from Luverne Economic Development Authority and HRA

The City Council approved a January claim report and a payment for the Power Plant Generation Addition Project. A resolution was also adopted to waive subdivision requirements for two properties on West Brown to allow for twin home ownership.

• Approved second Claim Report for January 2023 for $1,965,426.48 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate for Payment No. 9 for $60,027.67 to Rice Lake Construction for Power Plant Generation Addition Project (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution allowing waiver of Chapter 152 subdivision requirements for 101 and 103 West Brown (unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The agenda consists of procedural items and a report from Minnesota West President Dr. Terry Gaalswyk. No specific ordinances, contracts, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Report from Minnesota West President Dr. Terry Gaalswyk

The meeting consisted of a report from Minnesota West President Dr. Terry Gaalswyk regarding enrollment and funding. No substantive legislative decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting at 5:25 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposed resolution for $2.1 million in infrastructure improvements for the Lopau Addition, including streets and water. The agenda also includes approving annual appointments, designating official city representatives for power agencies, and reviewing recent claim reports.

• $2.1 million infrastructure improvements for Lopau Addition streets and utilities
• $7,500 annual subsidy for Luverne Senior Citizen Center Meal Site
• Approval of January 2023 claim report totaling $766,936.39
• Designation of Rock County Star Herald as the official newspaper
• Appointment of Council Member Thorson as Acting Mayor

The City Council approved plans and specifications for infrastructure improvements at the Lopau Addition, estimated at $2.1 million. The council also completed organizational resolutions for the new council and approved several administrative appointments.

• Approved $2.1M infrastructure project for Lopau Addition (unanimous)
• Approved plans and bid advertisement for Lopau Addition project (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 annual subsidy for Luverne Senior Citizen Center Meal Site (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 Claim Report for $766,936.39 (unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Thorson as Acting Mayor (unanimous)
• Designated Rock County Star Herald as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Appointed City Administrator as Data Practices Responsible Authority and Compliance Official (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's 2023 board and commission appointments (unanimous)

Special City Council Meeting

The agenda consists of procedural items and the approval of previous minutes. No specific new business or substantive topics are listed for discussion.

• Approval of December 20, 2022, City Council minutes

The Special City Council meeting consisted of procedural approvals. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved City Council Minutes of December 20, 2022 (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is reviewing planning efforts for the Lopau Addition, a 24-lot residential development. The meeting includes the election of new officers and several resolutions regarding fund management. The board will also consider a $2,779.21 cost share for regional lobbying efforts.

• Lopau Addition development featuring 19 single-family and 5 multi-family lots
• Infrastructure construction for Lopau Addition scheduled to begin May 2023
• Resolution establishing minimum sale prices for Mayes Third Addition Industrial Park
• $2,779.21 cost share for SW MN Council of Mayors lobbying agreement
• Election of new officers including President Pat Baustian and Vice President Kevin Aaker

The Economic Development Authority approved several administrative resolutions and a funding agreement for regional workforce lobbying. The board also reviewed planning for the Lopau Addition residential development.

• Approved $2,779.21 for Southwest Minnesota Council of Mayors lobbying efforts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #7-2023 authorizing petition for local improvement for Lopau Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #4-2023 establishing minimum sale price for Mayes Third Addition lots (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #3-2023 establishing a fund reserve policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1-2023 designating official depositories for funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2-2023 designating Rock County Star Herald as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Data Practices Compliance Official and Responsible Authority (unanimous)
• Elected Pat Baustian as President and Kevin Aaker as Vice President (unanimous)

Aquatics & Fitness Board

The Pool Commission meeting covers routine administrative items. The board will review financial reports as of December 31, 2022, and approve minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of Nov. 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of financial reports as of Dec. 31, 2022
• Facility activity updates

The Pool Commission approved the 2022 year-end financial reports and meeting minutes. Members decided that the 2024 fee structure must include tax in the final prices to increase transparency for patrons.

• Approved Nov. 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports as of December 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved requirement to include tax with final prices on 2024 fee structure (unanimous)