Chatfield public meetings in 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for three apartments and an AirB&B at 129 S Main Street. The meeting also includes discussions on the future use of a property currently used by the public works department and a proposed text amendment regarding metal rooftops.

• Conditional Use Permit for apartments and an AirB&B at 129 S Main Street
• Proposed text amendment regarding metal rooftops for principal and accessory structures
• Discussion on future use and potential sale of a property used by the public works department
• Sales update for Hilltop 3rd and Amco 2nd subdivisions

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The City Council will review the quarterly financial report and approve several consent agenda items, including a staffing contract for EDA services. The meeting also includes reports on public works maintenance and equipment quotes.

• 2024 CEDA Contract for EDA staffing services
• Resolution 2023-19 regarding donation of funds
• Chatfield Alliance use of City Park for evergreen trees
• Quote for Vactor replacement parts
• Public Works Maintenance Position discussion

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The council will review a budget presentation and consider resolutions for the 2024 pay grid and property tax levy certification. The meeting also includes an update on Groen Park bridge design and a public hearing regarding the tax levy.

• Resolution 2023-14: Certifying the property tax levy for taxes payable in 2024
• Resolution 2023-13: Setting the pay grid effective January 1, 2024
• Groen Park bridge hydraulic analysis and foundation design update
• Liquor license amendment for the Center for the Arts
• CCTC Seasonal Coordinator Contract for EB Allen

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold a public hearing regarding delinquent utility charges assessments. The meeting also includes updates on street and drainage improvement projects. Additionally, the council will consider personnel hires and pay increases.

• Public hearing for Delinquent Utility Charges Assessment (Resolution 2023-11)
• West Chatfield Drainage Improvement Pay Application No 1
• 2023 Street Improvement Project Update & Pay Application No. 2
• Hwy 74 Traffic Study Update
• Approval of EMT hire Claire Whitemarsh

The Council adopted a resolution to collect delinquent utility accounts through property tax assessments. They also approved over $522,000 in payments for drainage and street improvement projects. Personnel actions included hiring an EMT and a volunteer firefighter.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-11 to collect delinquent utility accounts via property taxes (3-0)
• Approved $106,153.00 payment to Pearson Backhoe for West Chatfield Drainage Improvement (3-0)
• Approved $416,606.91 payment to Griffin Construction for 2023 Street Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved hiring Claire Whitemarsh as EMT (3-0)
• Approved hiring Drew Hurley as volunteer firefighter (3-0)
• Approved pay-step increase for Steven Schlichter to Grade 8 Step Maximum (3-0)
• Approved pay-step increase for Ryan Priebe to Grade 7 Step Maximum (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution for Northland Securities regarding authorized signatures (3-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several donations, a park use request for Fallapalooza, and technology upgrade proposals. Additionally, the Public Works Director will present on potential water reservoir improvements and berm work on Enterprise Drive.

• $45,000 donation from Chatfield Firefighters’ Activities Association to the Fire Department Equipment Reserve Fund
• $200 donation from Chatfield Commercial Club for flower baskets
• Request to use City Park for Fallapalooza on September 16, 2023
• Proposal for server replacement and miscellaneous technology upgrades
• Proposal to improve 1890 Water Reservoir

The Council approved several infrastructure and technology upgrades, including a server replacement and water reservoir repairs. They also authorized berm work on Enterprise Drive and accepted two donations.

• Approved replacement of HPE 2016 Server for approximately $23,000 (5-0)
• Approved miscellaneous technology upgrades totaling $5,500 (5-0)
• Approved $33,700 proposal by Champion Coating to improve 1890 Water Reservoir (5-0)
• Approved approximately $39,500 for berm work on Enterprise Drive (5-0)
• Approved $45,000 donation from Chatfield Firefighters' Activities Association (5-0)
• Approved $200 donation for Chatfield Commercial Club (5-0)
• Approved City Park use for Fallapalooza on September 16, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes and payment of claims (5-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold a public hearing and consider establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the Grand Street Apartments project, along with a development agreement and renewal of the Enterprise Drive Development Incentive Program. The council will also approve a $2,000 donation from Chatfield Youth Sports for the Frisbee Golf course and review pay applications for street and drainage improvements.

• Public hearing and resolution to establish TIF District 3-6 for Grand Street Apartments
• Consider approval of a Development Agreement for the Grand Street Apartments project
• Consider renewal of the Enterprise Drive Development Incentive Program
• Approve resolution to accept $2,000 donation from Chatfield Youth Sports for Frisbee Golf course
• Review pay applications for Bench Street Drainage Improvements and 2023 Street Improvement Project

The City Council established a TIF district and approved a development agreement with Main Street Properties, LLP to rebuild an apartment building on Grand Street. The council also renewed a commercial building incentive program and authorized several infrastructure payments.

• Approved establishment of TIF District 3-6 for Grand Street Apartments (4-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Main Street Properties, LLP (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Enterprise Drive Development Incentive Program with updates (4-0)
• Authorized $5,855.00 payment to Pearson Backhoe Services for Bench Street Drainage Improvements (4-0)
• Approved $190,034.92 payment to Griffin Construction for 2023 Street Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved advertising and accepting applications for a full-time public works employee (4-0)
• Accepted $2,000 donation from Chatfield Youth Sports for Frisbee Golf course (4-0)
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes and payment of claims (4-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will vote on several personnel items, including accepting a police officer's resignation, appointing a new full-time officer, and approving a city administrator employment agreement. The council will also consider decertifying three Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts and a proposal to upgrade workstations.

• Accept resignation of Patrol Officer Scott Keigley and consider appointing Trevor Schmidt as full-time police officer
• Consider approval of City Administrator Employment Agreement with Michele Peterson
• Resolutions to decertify Lone Stone TIF District 3-2, EZ Fabricating TIF District 3-4, and Fitness Club TIF District 3-5
• Proposal to upgrade workstations presented by Kay Wangen
• Approve resolution to accept $3,500 donation from Chatfield Booster Club for Western Days

The City Council approved approximately $38,000 for workstation upgrades and decertified three Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts. The council also appointed a new full-time police officer and executed a City Administrator employment agreement.

• Approved workstation upgrades at an approximate cost of $38,000 (4-0)
• Decertified Lone Stone TIF District 3-2 effective 12/31/2023 (4-0)
• Confirmed decertification of EZ Fabricating TIF District 3-4 effective 12/31/2022 (4-0)
• Decertified Fitness Club TIF District 3-5 effective immediately (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Patrol Officer Scott Keigley and authorized part-time employment (4-0)
• Appointed Trevor Schmidt as a full-time police officer (4-0)
• Authorized employment agreement for City Administrator Michele Peterson (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including payment of claims and $3,500 donation for Western Days (4-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold a regular meeting with a presentation from the League of Minnesota Cities, consider a consent agenda including a pay-step increase for an employee and renewal of a listing agreement to sell property on Enterprise Drive, and receive reports from the city engineer and other committees.

• League of Minnesota Cities presentation by Luke Fischer and Madison Hagenau
• Approve one pay-step increase for Dan Funk to Grade 6 Step 5
• Approve renewal of listing agreement to sell property on Enterprise Drive
• Killmer Electric Pay Application #4 (city engineer's report)
• Final Report of Service (city administrator's report)

The City Council approved a payment to Killmer Electric Co, Inc. for generator work at Well 2 and the Booster Pump Station. The council also passed a consent agenda including a pay-step increase and a property listing renewal. Mayor McBroom proclaimed August 12, 2023, as 'Joel Young Day' in honor of the retiring City Administrator.

• Approved Pay Application #4 for Killmer Electric in the amount of $121,125 (5-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of claims (5-0)
• Approved one pay-step increase for Dan Funk to Grade 6 Step 5 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of listing agreement to sell property on Enterprise Drive (5-0)
• Proclaimed Saturday, August 12, 2023, as 'Joel Young Day'

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution authorizing tax abatement, and also vote on a resolution to sell 2023A bonds. The agenda includes consent items like approving minutes, claims, a temporary liquor license, and accepting a $30,000 donation for fire equipment. Other business includes hiring a part-time patrol officer, changing outdoor warning siren test schedules, and discussing disc golf signage and Saturday street work.

• Public hearing and resolution authorizing tax abatement
• Resolution authorizing sale of 2023A bonds
• Accept $30,000 donation from Chatfield Firefighters' Activities Association for fire equipment
• Approve temporary liquor license for Chatfield Firefighters Activities Association Aug. 11-13
• Recommendation to hire Trevor Schmidt as part-time patrol officer

The City Council authorized the issuance of $2.2 million in general obligation bonds and a 12-year tax abatement to finance roadway improvements. The Council also approved a special law allowing TIF usage for a specific hotel development project.

• Approved $2.2M General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A (5-0)
• Approved 12-year tax abatement estimated at $1,020,000 for roadway improvements (5-0)
• Approved special law (Laws 2023, Chapter 64) for TIF use on a hotel development project (5-0)
• Approved hiring of Trevor Schmidt as part-time patrol officer (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 donation from Chatfield Firefighters' Activities Association for equipment (5-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Chatfield Firefighters Activities Association Aug 11-13 (5-0)
• Approved Chatfield Education Foundation raffle permit for August 5th (5-0)
• Authorized Saturday work if needed for the street project (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The Common Council tallied ballots to select the top four candidates from a pool of seven semi-finalists for the City Administrator position. These finalists will be interviewed on July 12, 2023.

• Selected four finalists for City Administrator interviews on July 12, 2023

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes accepting a $5,000 donation from the Chatfield Youth Basketball Association for Mill Creek Park improvements, approving minutes, paying claims, and accepting an EMT resignation. The council will also hear reports from the Southern Minnesota Initiative Fund, police chief, city engineer, and public works director, and consider a joint powers agreement with the state.

• Adopt resolution to accept $5,000 donation from Chatfield Youth Basketball Association for Mill Creek Park improvements
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota on behalf of City Attorney and Police Department
• Accept resignation of Mike Gittins as EMT, effective July 1, 2023
• Approve payment of claims
• State Demographer's Report

The City Council approved a Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota to access criminal justice data communications. The council also accepted a $5,000 donation for Mill Creek Park and processed an EMT resignation.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota for police and city attorney data systems (4-0)
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Chatfield Youth Basketball Association for Mill Creek Park improvements (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Mike Gittins as EMT, effective July 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved May 22 and June 7 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved payment of claims (4-0)

Special City Council

The Chatfield City Council will meet in a special session to consider awarding a construction contract for the 2023 Street Project. The city engineer will present an update and recommendation. The meeting is focused on this single action item.

• Award construction contract for the 2023 Street Project

The City Council awarded the 2023 Street Project construction contract to Griffin Construction Co, Inc. The selection was based on a Best Value Procurement method evaluating price, experience, and project understanding.

• Awarded 2023 Street Project Construction Contract to Griffin Construction Co, Inc. for $1,759,308.26 (4-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will vote on resolutions to set a public hearing for tax abatement and authorize the competitive sale of bonds. The council will also consider creating TIF District 3-6 and awarding bids for the 2023 Street Project. Several consent agenda items include accepting a $1,500 donation for emergency services and approving a raffle permit.

• Resolution to set public hearing for tax abatement
• Resolution for competitive sale of bonds
• Adopt resolution calling for public hearing creating TIF District 3-6
• 2023 Street Project bids from City Engineer Craig Britton
• Accept $1,500 donation from Beverly Jorde for Fire, Ambulance, and Police Departments

The City Council approved the competitive sale of $2.3 million in general obligation bonds to fund the 2023 Street Improvement Project. Council also scheduled public hearings for tax abatements and the creation of a new TIF district. A decision on awarding the street project contract was postponed due to concerns over the federal debt ceiling.

• Approved competitive negotiated sale of $2.3M General Obligation Bonds (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for tax abatement for June 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for TIF District 3-6 for August 14, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $48,304 chip-sealing proposal from Pearson Brothers (5-0)
• Promoted Mitch Irish to Assistant Wastewater Operator-B effective Sept 19, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Beverly Jorde for public safety departments (5-0)
• Approved one step pay increase for Kevin Landorf effective May 27 (5-0)
• Postponed awarding 2023 Street Project bid to Griffin Construction Co Inc

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $2,000 payment to Bluff Country Hiking Club for the Lost Creek Hiking Trail, approval of claims, and a personnel policy update. The council will also receive a Heritage Preservation Award presentation, a city engineer's report on the 2022 Water Project, and a first quarter financial report.

• Approve $2,000 payment to Bluff Country Hiking Club for Lost Creek Hiking Trail
• Approve Pay Estimate #3 to Kilmer Electric for the 2022 Water Project
• Approve Personnel Policy Update
• Presentation of Heritage Preservation Award by HPC
• First Quarter Financial Report from City Administrator

The City Council approved a payment to Kilmer Electric for generator work on Well 2 and the Booster Pump Station. The council also adopted a consent agenda including a personnel policy update and a grant for a hiking trail.

• Approved pay estimate #3 from Kilmer Electric for the 2022 Water Project in the amount of $82,460.00
• Approved payment of $2,000 to Bluff Country Hiking Club for the Lost Creek Hiking Trail
• Approved Personnel Policy Update
• Approved payment of claims
• Approved April 24, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Chatfield City Council Special Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve the position profile, job description, salary range, and hiring process for a new city administrator. The agenda includes only this item and adjournment.

• Approve city administrator position profile, job description, salary range, and hiring process

The Chatfield City Council approved the position profile, job description, and salary range for a new city administrator, with a salary range of $99,782 to $128,873. The council also set a special meeting for June 15, 2023, to select finalists for interviews. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved publication of city administrator position profile and job description (5-0)
• Set salary range for city administrator at $99,782 - $128,873 (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for June 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. to select finalists (5-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 24, 2023. Key items include a second consideration of Ordinance 466 on fees, a recommendation to amend parking provisions in the zoning ordinance, and a recommendation to hire a patrol officer. The council will also consider delaying the closing date for the sale of Enterprise Drive Lot 3 and approve event requests for Western Days and EMS Week.

• Second consideration of Ordinance 466 on fees
• Consider recommendation to amend parking provisions of the zoning ordinance
• Consider recommendation to hire a patrol officer
• Consider delaying the closing date of the sale of Enterprise Drive Lot 3
• Approve request of Chatfield Western Days Inc. for park use and street closures Aug. 10–13

The City Council approved the hiring of a full-time police officer and adopted a resolution to amend parking requirements for multiple dwellings. The council also passed an ordinance removing specific residential solid waste fees from the city code.

• Approved hiring Richard Evans as a full-time police officer
• Adopted resolution to amend zoning ordinance for multiple dwelling parking requirements
• Approved Ordinance 466 to delete residential solid waste 'garbage/month' and 'recycling' fees
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved payment of claims
• Approved Chatfield Western Days Inc. park use and street closures for Aug. 10-13
• Approved Chatfield Ambulance Activities Association use of City Park on May 24

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine approvals, consider Ordinance 466 to remove the residential waste fee from the fee ordinance, and act on the city engineer's report, including a resolution to approve plans and advertise for bids for the 2023 street project. They will also consider purchasing a wide area mower and hear reports from the mayor and committees.

• Ordinance 466 – delete residential waste fee from fee ordinance
• Resolution to approve plans and authorize advertising for bids for 2023 street project
• Approve purchase of wide area mower
• Approve William Hanson Waste & Recycling spring clean-up at $130/hour on May 8
• Approve use of Mill Creek Park for Kids Fishing Day on May 13

The Council approved plans and bid advertising for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Grand, Hawley, and Prospect streets. Other actions included authorizing a mower purchase and approving several community event permits.

• Approved plans and bid advertising for 2023 Street Improvement Project (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of a Wide Area Mower not to exceed $36,000 (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 466 to delete residential waste fees (4-0)
• Approved $23,560 payment to Killmer Electric for WWTP PLC upgrades (4-0)
• Ratified appointment of Deb Collem to the Library Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including spring clean-up, park use permits, and CCTV contracts (4-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council is meeting to hear the annual audit report, consider Ordinance 465 (Administrative Code) for a second reading, and discuss a recommendation to increase recycling rates. The council will also act on several consent agenda items, including hiring pool staff and approving a letter of support for the Minnesota Driftless Hiking Trail.

• Annual audit report by Jason Boynton of Smith-Schafer
• Ordinance 465 (Administrative Code) second consideration and publication by summary
• Recommendation to increase recycling rates
• Approve hiring of swimming pool staff
• Approve engagement letter with David Drown Associates as Municipal Financial Advisor

The Council adopted Ordinance 465 to update the Administrative Code, primarily to reflect the creation of the City Administrator office. Monthly recycling fees were increased to cover higher tipping costs. The Council also accepted the 2022 Audit and approved a search for a new City Administrator following Joel Young's retirement.

• Adopted Ordinance 465 regarding Administrative Code updates
• Increased monthly recycling fee from $6.62 to $7.75
• Accepted 2022 Audit and Financial Statements
• Approved hiring DDA Human Resources to search for City Administrator candidates
• Approved $2,981.25 purchase of a new sprayer
• Approved engagement letter with David Drown Associates as Municipal Financial Advisor
• Approved hiring of swimming pool staff
• Approved one-pay-step increase for Desiree Schlichter to Grade 4, Step 2

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine approvals, then consider a Tax Increment Finance fee agreement and a supplemental agreement for Enterprise Drive property. The council will also take second consideration of Ordinance 464 (property sale) and first consideration of Ordinance 465 (administrative code update). Reports from the city engineer, S.C.S., and committees, plus approval of employment terms, are also on the agenda.

• Approve TIF fee agreement (EDA report)
• Approve supplemental agreement for Enterprise Drive property
• Ordinance 464: sale of property – second consideration and publication
• Ordinance 465: Administrative Code Update – first consideration
• Approve amendment to Joy Ridge Event Center Liquor License

The Council approved the sale of a property on Enterprise Drive and granted the buyer early use of the lot for staging. Other actions included providing partial cost relief for a TIF district and establishing employment terms for the City Administrator.

• Approved sale of Block 2, Lot 3, Fingerson & Donahoe First Subdivision to Joshua Broadwater, LLC
• Approved early use agreement for Joshua Broadwater, LLC to use Enterprise Drive property for staging
• Approved resolution to accept $5,113.13 (50% of invoiced amount) from Fifty Two Fitness Corp for TIF 3-5 setup costs
• Authorized $5,000 for Widseth to begin Haven Wall Landscaping Plan
• Approved using the Best Value Bid Process for 2023 street project bids
• Approved terms of employment for the City Administrator
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 465 to update Administrative Code
• Approved consent agenda including park use for 'Music in the Park & More' and a gambling license for Chatfield Youth Sports Association

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will meet to handle routine consent items, hear reports from the ambulance director, EDA, city engineer, and committees, and consider several action items. Notable actions include approving an EDA resolution for a substandard building and development agreement, selling a lot in Fingerson-Donahoe Subdivision, first consideration of Ordinance 464, and increasing snow hauling rates to $105 per hour with minimum paid hours.

• Approve Ag Lease with Schoenfelder Farms
• Approve premises permit for charitable gambling at Joy Ridge Event Center
• Approve sale of Lot 3, Block 2, Fingerson-Donahoe Subdivision
• Ordinance 464 – First Consideration
• Increase snow hauling rates to $105/hour with minimums

The City Council approved the sale of a city-owned lot to Joshua Broadwater, LLC and passed a resolution to preserve redevelopment TIF eligibility for the fire-damaged Grand Street Apartments. Other actions included increasing snow hauling rates and authorizing a pedestrian bridge order for Groen Park.

• Approved sale of Lot 3, Block 2, Fingerson-Donahoe Subdivision to Joshua Broadwater, LLC for $63,616.00 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 464 to authorize the sale of Lot 3, Block 2, Fingerson & Donahoe First Subdivision (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved resolution declaring 815 Grand Street SE a substandard building to preserve redevelopment TIF eligibility (5-0)
• Approved increasing snow hauling rates to $105 per hour (5-0)
• Approved $20,502.90 payment to Killmer Electric Co, Inc. for 2022 Water Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to order pedestrian bridge for Groen Park from CONTECH Engineered Solutions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February 13th minutes, payment of claims, Ag Lease with Schoenfelder Farms, and Olmsted County Maintenance Agreement (5-0)
• Approved premises permit for Chatfield Firefighters Activities Association for charitable gambling at Joy Ridge Event Center (5-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 13, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes a second consideration of Ordinance #463 on solar collectors, a proposal for the 2023 street project, and a sewer back-up claim. The council will also handle routine consent items, including approving minutes, claims, a pay increase, and a resignation.

• Second consideration of Ordinance #463, Solar Collector ordinance
• 2023 Street Project design proposal from Widseth
• Groen Park Pedestrian Bridge project update
• Sewer back-up claim
• Approve one step pay increase to Rocky Burnett to Grade 8, Step 4

The City Council passed Ordinance #463 to establish zoning standards for solar energy systems and earth-sheltered structures. The council also approved a design proposal for the 2023 Street Project and a sewer backup reimbursement. Personnel actions included a pay increase for Rocky Burnett and the acceptance of Aaron Miliander's resignation.

• Approved Ordinance #463, Solar Collector Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved publication of Ordinance #463 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Street Project Proposal from Widseth (4-0)
• Approved $515 sewer backup claim for 325 Winona Street (4-0)
• Approved one step pay increase for Rocky Burnett to Grade 8, Step 4 (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Aaron Miliander effective February 21, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes and payment of claims (4-0)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council will hold its regular meeting, with the most significant item being the first consideration of Ordinance #463, a Solar Collector Ordinance. The council will also handle a consent agenda covering routine approvals, receive reports from committees and city staff, and administer the oath of office to the new city clerk.

• First consideration of Ordinance #463, Solar Collector Ordinance
• Approve raffle permit and temporary liquor license for St. Mary's Church (Feb 19, 2023)
• Approve Fillmore County Ambulance Subsidy
• Approve lawful gambling resolution for Chatfield Firefighters Activities Association
• Approve temporary liquor license for VFW (March 11, at Bernard Bus)

The City Council approved the first consideration of Ordinance #463 regarding solar energy systems and earth-sheltered structures. The council also passed a consent agenda covering various permits and subsidies. Additionally, Beth Carlson was sworn in as the 20th City Clerk.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance #463 (Solar Collector Ordinance)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved payment of claims
• Approved raffle permit and temporary liquor license for St. Mary’s Church (Feb 19, 2023)
• Approved Fillmore County Ambulance Subsidy
• Approved lawful gambling resolution for Chatfield Firefighters Activities Association
• Approved temporary liquor license for VFW (March 11, at Bernard Bus)

Chatfield City Council Meeting

The Chatfield City Council is holding its annual meeting to swear in the mayor and councilors, elect a vice-mayor, and approve appointments to committees and boards. The council will also vote on updates to financial policies, 2023 liquor and beer licenses, and several consent agenda items including permits, contracts, and construction payments. Notable financial actions include approving final and first pay applications totaling over $114,000 for construction projects.

• Approve financial policy updates including debt management, fund balance, investment, and budget policies
• Approve 2023 liquor and beer licenses contingent on applications and fees
• Approve Osseo Construction final pay application #4 for $22,032.24
• Approve Pearson Construction pay application #1 for $92,458.50
• Approve raffle permits for Chatfield Youth Sports Association and Lions Club, and bingo permit for Tri-County Pheasants Forever

The council conducted its annual reorganization, electing Paul Novotny as Vice-Mayor and appointing city officials and board members. The council also approved several construction payments, liquor license renewals, and updated financial policies.

• Elected Paul Novotny as Vice-Mayor (5-0)
• Approved appointments for City Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney, official newspaper, and various boards (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Committee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved updates to Financial Policies (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, permits, and police server decommissioning (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Liquor and Beer Licenses for 9 establishments (5-0)
• Approved listing Enterprise Drive Lots with real estate agents (5-0)
• Approved Osseo Construction final payment of $22,032.24 and Pearson Construction payment of $92,458.50 (5-0)