Granite Falls public meetings in 2021

Meeting

The City Council is meeting to approve the 2022 General Fund, Special Revenue Fund, and Enterprise Fund budgets, along with the final levy. The body will also consider several appointments for 2022 and a Capital Improvements Plan.

• Adopt Final Levy Payable 2022 and 2022 budgets
• Turbine #3 Bid - Cordelle Thomasma and Chris Anderson
• Contract with Countryside Public Health for Tobacco Compliance Checks
• Memorandum of Agreement to participate in Opioid Settlement
• Ordinances 95.020 (Inoperable Motor Vehicles) and 95.023 (Abatement)

The Granite Falls City Council approved the 2022 tax levy, general fund budget, special revenue and enterprise fund budgets, and related fund transfers. It also accepted a bid for hydroelectric turbine repairs, approved a tobacco compliance contract, and authorized participation in a national opioid settlement. A proposal to sell city-owned land at 1250 Hwy 212 was denied.

• Approved 2022 tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 general fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved special revenue and enterprise fund budgets for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved transfers of general funds to various city funds for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved transfers of enterprise funds to 2022 general fund and airport construction fund (unanimous)
• Approved capital improvements plan and equipment replacement schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted bid for sale of holiday lights to City of Clarkfield (unanimous)
• Denied sale of city-owned land at 1250 Hwy 212 (2-5)

Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions including a snow removal contract with Buesing and the purchase of a Public Works mosquito sprayer. The body will also consider a second reading of an annexation ordinance. Other items include budget modifications for TIF #9 and American Rescue Plan actions.

• Snow Removal Contract - Buesing
• Purchase of Public Works Mosquito Sprayer
• Annexation Ordinance 2nd Reading
• TIF #9 Budget Modification
• Memorial Park Invasive Species Call for Bids

The Granite Falls City Council approved a snow removal contract with Buesing Ag Partnership for the 2021/2022 season, accepted an additional $4,674.58 in American Rescue Plan funds, and approved the sale of the city-owned space at 761B Prentice Place Commons. The council also called for bids for invasive species removal at Memorial Park, approved the purchase of a new mosquito sprayer, and approved an administrative amendment to TIF District No. 9. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved snow removal contract with Buesing Ag Partnership for 2021/2022 season.
• Accepted additional $4,674.58 in American Rescue Plan Act funding.
• Approved resolution calling for bids for invasive species removal at Memorial Park Phase IV.
• Approved sale of city-owned space at 761B Prentice Place Commons.
• Approved purchase of a new mosquito sprayer from Van Diest for $12,770.00.
• Approved administrative amendment to TIF District No. 9 budget.
• Passed second reading of Ordinance No. 204 creating City Code 204, Annexation.

Meeting

The City Council approved several infrastructure and property resolutions, including the purchase of utility poles and the removal of a hazardous building. The body also authorized renovations to the Senior Center and increased airport land lease rates.

• First reading of ordinance to annex 30 acres for a new hospital
• Contract with Stella Jones for $30,022 to purchase 65 wood power poles
• Resolution declaring the structure at 846 7th Street a public nuisance for removal
• Increase of 3-year airport land lease agreements to $135 per acre
• Approval of renovation plan for the Senior Center in the city-owned Library building

The Granite Falls City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to annex 30 acres for a future hospital, and unanimously adopted resolutions to increase airport farmland lease rates to $135 per acre, declare a hazardous building at 846 7th Street a public nuisance, certify delinquent utility assessments, accept a $30,022 bid for power poles, and declare old Christmas decorations surplus. The council also approved a renovation plan for the Senior Center in the library building.

• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for 30 acres for future hospital (unanimous)
• Approved Senior Center renovation plan in library building (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-127 increasing airport farmland lease to $135/acre (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-128 declaring 846 7th Street hazardous and directing removal order (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-129 certifying delinquent utility assessments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-130 accepting Stella Jones bid of $30,022 for 65 power poles (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-131 declaring old Christmas decorations surplus (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council decided on priority spending for American Rescue Plan funds and approved several infrastructure and land agreements. The body also authorized preparations for 2022 street and utility improvements and approved support for the Winter Solstice event.

• Approved $285,500 American Rescue Plan funds for city well project, wastewater treatment upgrade, and inspections
• Approved $22,120 for additional Hydroelectric Plant repairs by Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc.
• Authorized engineering report for 2022 Street and Utility Improvements
• Approved a one-year Industrial Park Farmland Lease Agreement with Eric Peterson
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 203 creating City Code 203, Public Parks

The Granite Falls City Council approved a $22,120 change order for additional hydroelectric plant repairs, adopted resolutions for the 2022 street/utility project report, an industrial park farmland lease, an airport grant contract, a small cities grant extension, a Memorial Park restoration award, a police joint powers agreement, and an American Rescue Plan spending plan. They also approved a second reading of a public parks ordinance and supported winter solstice event requests.

• Approved $22,120 change order for hydro plant repairs (unanimous)
• Ordered preparation of 2022 street/utility improvements report (unanimous)
• Approved one-year farmland lease with Eric Peterson (unanimous)
• Authorized airport maintenance grant contract with MnDOT (unanimous)
• Approved small cities grant extension to Nov 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Memorial Park wetland restoration Phase IV award (unanimous)
• Approved police department joint powers agreement (unanimous)
• Approved ARP priority spending plan for well, wastewater, I&I (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council held a public hearing and voted to increase residential and commercial availability charges for water and sewer services. The body also approved a utility loan for a resident and a funding agreement with the USGS.

• Sewer availability charge increase of $1.50 for residential and commercial users
• Water availability charge increase from $17 to $22 (residential) and $23 to $28 (commercial)
• 5-year joint funding agreement with USGS for streamgage
• $1,500 donation to the Granite Area Arts Council
• $6,000 residential utility loan to Laura Read at 4% interest over 10 years

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution increasing sewer and water rates, effective with utility bills due January 1, 2022. The council also approved a 5-year streamgage agreement with USGS, a $1,500 donation to the Granite Area Arts Council, and a $6,000 residential utility loan to Laura Read. A first reading of a city park ordinance was held, and two charitable gambling applications were acknowledged.

• Approved sewer and water rate increases (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year USGS streamgage agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 donation to Granite Area Arts Council (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 residential utility loan to Laura Read at 4% over 10 years (unanimous)
• Held first reading of city park ordinance (unanimous)
• Acknowledged charitable gambling applications for YME Hoops Club and Granite Falls Lions

Meeting

The City Council will consider the first reading of an ordinance to amend City Code Chapter 155.57. The meeting includes updates on street, utility, and park improvement projects.

• First reading of Ordinance Amending City Code Chapter 155.57
• Update on 2018 Street and Utility Improvements at Barber Circle & Daniels Drive
• Update on Phase I & II Memorial Park Improvements
• Update on property located at 741 Highway 212 West (Gilby’s)
• Update on Chippewa County Pedestrian Ramp Project

Meeting

The City Council will review resolutions regarding fire department rates and retirement, as well as utility bids for the industrial park and line clearing. The body will also discuss the American Rescue Plan and an invasive species proposal.

• Fire Department Rates resolution
• Fire Department Retirement resolution
• Xcel Transmission Service Agreement
• Industrial Park Utilities Bid
• City Well Rehabilitation resolution

The council voted 5-1 to reject the Workforce Housing Development Program grant through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, with Mayor Smiglewski dissenting, after concerns that the Granite Square project was not affordable and a less expensive option was needed. The council also approved several other resolutions, including new fire department rates, a firefighter pension increase, and bids for industrial park utilities, utility line clearing, well repairs, and invasive species removal.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, bills, building inspector report, correspondence, meetings & events) unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution 21-106 updating fire department rate schedule, including manpower hourly rate and level-based fire call charges, unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution 21-107 increasing the PERA service pension for vested volunteer firefighters to $2,600, unanimously.
• Awarded bid for Industrial Park Utilities to Duininck, Inc. for $237,603.00 (Resolution 21-108), unanimously.
• Rejected the MN Housing Grant for Granite Square (Resolution 21-109) by a 5-1 vote, with Mayor Smiglewski voting no.
• Approved $1,325 donation to Southwest Initiative Foundation for 2022 (Resolution 21-110), unanimously.
• Authorized termination of Xcel Transmission Service Agreement (Resolution 21-111), unanimously.
• Awarded bid for Utility Line Clearing to Minnesota Valley Tree Service for up to $150,000 over three years (Resolution 21-112), by a 5-1 vote with Mayor Smiglewski voting no.

Meeting

The City Council approved several resolutions including a public nuisance declaration for 846 7th Street and an updated plat for Stony Run Addition. The council also accepted a professional services agreement with Stantec regarding inflow and infiltration ordinance development.

• Declaration of 846 7th Street as a public nuisance
• Approval of updated plat for Lots 9 & 10, Block 3 of Stony Run Addition
• Acceptance of Stantec professional services agreement for inflow and infiltration ordinance development
• Rejection of bid for Turbine #3 and call for new bids
• Approval of updated Police Department allegations of misconduct policy

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution declaring 846 7th Street a public nuisance and directing the city attorney to obtain an order for removal. The council also approved an updated plat for Stony Run Addition, accepted a professional services agreement with Stantec for inflow and infiltration ordinance development, and passed a floodplain management ordinance amendment. Additionally, the council rejected a bid for Turbine #3 and called for new bids, and approved the sale of city-owned property in a closed meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, bills, finance report, correspondence, meetings & events)
• Approved updated police department allegations of misconduct policy (unanimous)
• Approved raised fire pit use by walking bridge during Meander opening events on Oct 1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-101 declaring 846 7th Street a public nuisance and directing removal (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-102 approving updated plat for Lots 9 & 10, Block 3, Stony Run Addition (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-103 accepting Stantec professional services agreement for inflow & infiltration ordinance (unanimous)
• Passed second reading of floodplain management ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-104 rejecting Turbine #3 bid and calling for new bids (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on the 2022 General Fund, Special Revenue Fund, and Enterprise Fund budgets. The body will also consider a 5-year capital improvements plan and a public hearing for water and sewer rate adjustments.

• Proposed Levy Payable 2022 and public hearing dates
• 5-Year Capital Improvements Plan
• Powerhouse Intake Area Repairs Proposal
• Ordinance 33.01 Lodging Tax (2nd Reading)
• Flood Plain Ordinance (1st Reading) and public hearing

The Granite Falls City Council unanimously approved resolutions for the 2022 proposed tax levy, general fund budget, special revenue and enterprise fund budgets, fund transfers, and the 5-year capital improvements plan. The council also adopted a voluntary donation leave policy, approved several event-related street and parking lot closures, and passed a lodging tax ordinance.

• Approved 2022 proposed tax levy and general fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 special revenue and enterprise fund budgets (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 fund transfers and 5-year capital improvements plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 33.01 lodging tax (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary donation leave policy for city employees (unanimous)
• Approved Legion Ribfest parking lot use on Sept 18 (unanimous)
• Approved Yellowstone Trail Sociability Run parking lot closure on Sept 11 (unanimous)
• Approved Squidfest street and parking lot closures on Sept 18 (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council adopted resolutions to purchase a 2022 tanker truck and call for bids to extend utilities in the industrial park. The body also approved a membership fee increase for the Kilowatt Community Center and engineering services for power plant repairs.

• Purchase of a 2022 Tanker Truck for the Fire Department via state bid
• 3% membership fee increase for Kilowatt Community Center starting September 1, 2021
• Engineering services proposal from Barr Engineering for Hydro Electric Power Plant intake repairs
• Call for bids to extend utilities in the industrial park
• Lease renewal with Department of Public Safety for driver exam station at $500 per year

The Granite Falls City Council approved several resolutions, including purchasing a new fire tanker truck via state bid, increasing Kilowatt Community Center membership fees by 3%, accepting engineering services for hydro plant repairs, and calling for bids to extend industrial park utilities. They also approved a proclamation for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, accepted a quote for library moisture barrier work, renewed a lease for a driver's exam station, and set a public hearing for a nuisance property. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 21-85 accepting state bid for 2022 tanker truck (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-86 increasing KCC membership fees by 3% (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-87 accepting Barr Engineering proposal for hydro plant repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-88 calling for bids for industrial park utility extension (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-89 proclaiming Oct 15 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-90 accepting Baker Bros. quote for library excavation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-91 renewing DPS lease for driver exam station at $500/year (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of lodging tax ordinance update (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider several motions and resolutions including park updates and airport requests. Discussion items include street and utility projects, food trucks, and the Chippewa Terrace update.

• Rice Park trash cans motion
• Legion Parking Lot request
• Airport hangar construction request
• Bids for electrical line tree trimming
• 2021 forfeited properties resolution

The Granite Falls City Council approved the sale of $1,320,000 in General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2021A, to fund capital improvements. The council also approved several resolutions and requests, including tax-forfeited land sales, an airport hangar lease, and utility line clearing bids. All decisions were made unanimously by the members present.

• Approved $1,320,000 GO Improvement Bonds, Series 2021A (unanimous)
• Approved tax-forfeited land sales in Highland Park 4th Addition (unanimous)
• Authorized airport hangar construction and lease with Ryan Christopherson (unanimous)
• Called for bids on 2021 utility line clearing (unanimous)
• Approved use of goats for invasive species control on Olson Farm (unanimous)
• Approved donations and plans honoring Steve Virnig at Rice Park (unanimous)
• Appointed Joe Nielson to Park Board (unanimous)
• Approved teal bridge lighting for PCOS Awareness Month (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council approved a resolution to extend the Small Cities Development Program grant contract until February 28, 2022. The council also scheduled a public hearing for September 7, 2021, regarding amendments to the City Flood Plain Ordinance.

• Extension of SCDP grant contract until February 28, 2022
• Appointment of new Charter Commission members
• Installation of a yield sign at 11th Avenue and 4th Street
• Two-day temporary water hose request for Martin Marietta
• Renewal of custodial services contract for city buildings

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution to extend the Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) grant contract until February 28, 2022, and adopted a resolution appointing new Charter Commission members. The council also approved a temporary hose for Martin Marietta, a yield sign installation, a custodial services contract renewal, a $1,891 contribution to Prairie Waters, a $100 donation to a car show, and a public hearing for flood plain ordinance amendments.

• Approved Resolution 21-72 to extend the SCDP grant contract until February 28, 2022
• Adopted Resolution 21-73 appointing new Charter Commission members
• Approved a two-day temporary hose for Martin Marietta to take water from the river to a pond
• Approved Resolution 21-74 to install a yield sign at 11th Avenue and 4th Street
• Renewed the custodial services contract for city buildings via Resolution 21-75
• Authorized a $1,891 contribution to Western Minnesota Prairie Waters via Resolution 21-76
• Approved a $100 donation to the Cruizers Car Show via Resolution 21-77
• Called for a public hearing on September 7, 2021, for flood plain ordinance amendments via Resolution 21-78

Meeting

The City Council approved a bond sale for infrastructure projects and adopted new electric rate adjustments effective January 15, 2022. The body also authorized contracts for website redesign and invasive species removal.

• Sale of $1,320,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2021A for Utility/Street project
• Electric rate increases: Residential to $16.00, Commercial Single Phase to $22.00, and Commercial Three Phase to $55.00
• $9,000 contract with Native Resources Preservation for invasive species removal at Memorial Park
• 5-year contract with Revize Software Systems for city website redesign at $2,760 per year
• Approval of change order for concrete repairs at the hydroelectric plant and a call for bids for Turbine #3

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution adopting electric rate increases effective January 15, 2022, raising residential monthly charges from $13.50 to $16.00, commercial single-phase from $18.00 to $22.00, and commercial three-phase from $50.00 to $55.00. The council also approved the sale of $1,320,000 in General Obligation Improvement Bonds for the Utility/Street project. Additionally, they approved a $9,000 invasive species removal contract, a 5-year website redesign contract with Revize Software Systems, and a change order for hydro plant concrete repairs.

• Approved Resolution 21-66 adopting electric rate increases effective January 15, 2022
• Approved Resolution 21-67 for the sale of $1,320,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2021A
• Approved Resolution 21-68 accepting Native Resources Preservation's $9,000 proposal for invasive species removal in Memorial Park
• Approved Resolution 21-69 accepting Revize Software Systems' $2,760/year proposal for a 5-year website redesign and support contract
• Approved Resolution 21-70 authorizing a change order for additional hydro plant concrete repairs
• Approved Resolution 21-71 calling for bids for Turbine #3 repairs
• Approved painting pelican feet on sidewalks in front of Chamber member businesses
• Approved removing dead trees along Oak Street and County Road 5

Meeting

The City Council decided on several infrastructure and community projects, including grant applications for park improvements and the replacement of an electric department vehicle. The body also held a public hearing regarding the purchase of a new Pumper/Tanker Truck.

• Resolution 21-63: Authorizing submission of grants for Memorial Park Phase IV
• Resolution 21-64: Calling for bids to replace the 2005 International Digger Truck
• Resolution 21-65: Approving application to the American Rescue Plan State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Approval for Bluenose Gopher Public House to block parking areas for a July 24 bike race
• Approval to install a pole for internet service at Memorial Park

The Granite Falls City Council approved a request from Bluenose Gopher Public House to block off a parking area for a July 24 bike race and extend its patio. The council also authorized grant applications for Memorial Park Phase IV, approved a pole installation for internet service at the park, and passed resolutions to seek bids for a new digger truck and to apply for American Rescue Plan funds. The 2020 audit report was presented, and an update on the city's artist-in-residence program was given.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes, bills, and reports
• Allowed Bluenose Gopher Public House to use the parking lot for July 24 events
• Adopted Resolution 21-63 authorizing submission of Memorial Park Phase IV grants
• Approved installation of a pole for internet equipment at Memorial Park
• Adopted Resolution 21-64 calling for bids to replace the 2005 digger truck
• Adopted Resolution 21-65 approving application to the American Rescue Plan funds

Meeting

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including new server and phone systems for City Hall and street/utility assessments. The council also authorized invasive species removal at Memorial Park and a demolition at 221 Baldwin Street.

• Approved Marco for city server ($6,389.36) and West Central for phone system ($3,053.25)
• Approved final assessments for 2021 Street and Utility Improvements
• Authorized a $23,000 change order for 2021 Street and Utility Improvements
• Accepted $19,500 proposal from Native Resources Preservation for invasive species removal at Memorial Park
• Accepted $9,427.00 bid from H&H Construction for demolition at 221 Baldwin Street

The Granite Falls City Council approved the final assessment roll for the 2021 Street and Utility Improvements, along with a $23,000 change order to increase bituminous thickness. They also accepted quotes for a new City Hall server and phone system, approved several contracts and resolutions, and scheduled public hearings on electric rate adjustments and a USDA grant application.

• Approved final assessments for 2021 Street and Utility Improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized $23,000 change order for thicker bituminous on street project (unanimous)
• Accepted Marco quote for server and West Central Technology for phone system (Resolution 21-52, S. Peterson abstained)
• Approved contract with Dylan Curfman for Public Access Coordinator (Resolution 21-53, unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Damon Farber (Resolution 21-54, unanimous)
• Accepted $19,500 proposal from Native Resources Preservation for invasive species removal at Memorial Park (Resolution 21-58, unanimous)
• Accepted H&H Construction bid of $9,427 for demolition at 221 Baldwin Street (Resolution 21-60, unanimous)
• Accepted Vessco quote of $14,764 for hydro plant gate actuators (Resolution 21-61, unanimous)

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council approved the site for a new dog park and authorized several facility improvements. The body also decided on fee increases for camping and approved multiple fund transfers and demolition quotes.

• Approved dog park location east of Riverside Bottle Shop and $400 for surveying
• Approved asbestos removal and called for demolition quotes for 221 Baldwin Street
• Authorized USDA grant application for a new Fire Department pumper/tanker
• Approved $207.40 per ton for liquid CO2 from American Welding & Gas, Inc.
• Approved transfer of $35,285 from EDA TIF Fund 221 to the General Fund

The Granite Falls City Council approved a dog park site east of Riverside Bottle Shop with $400 for surveying, increased Memorial Park camping fees, and authorized a USDA grant application for a new fire pumper/tanker. It also approved several resolutions including a liquid CO2 purchase, EFT policy, fund transfers, and asbestos removal/demolition quotes for 221 Baldwin Street. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved dog park location and $400 survey funding (unanimous)
• Increased Memorial Park camping fees (unanimous)
• Authorized USDA grant application for fire pumper/tanker (unanimous)
• Approved liquid CO2 purchase at $207.40/ton from American Welding & Gas (unanimous)
• Approved Electronic Funds Transfer Policy (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Barber Circle/Daniels Drive expense fund to debt fund (unanimous)
• Approved $35,285 EDA TIF transfer to General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved asbestos removal quote and demolition quotes for 221 Baldwin Street (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council approved engineering services for turbine repairs and authorized a survey for a new trail at Memorial Park. The body also approved designs for creative crosswalks and renewed several on-sale liquor licenses.

• Resolution 21-40: $21,000 for BARR Engineering to add three alternates to Turbine #3 bid packets
• Resolution 21-41: Up to $5,000 for Bonnema, Runke, Stern, Inc. to survey Memorial Park for a new trail
• Approval of creative crosswalk designs and the Flood Wall Mosaic Mural Project
• Renewal of on-sale liquor licenses for Veterans Lounge, Bluenose Gopher Brewery, Granite Bowl, and Tolley’s Bar & Grill
• Council consensus to allow burning of the park next to the water plant

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution authorizing BARR Engineering to add three alternates to the turbine #3 bid packets for July, at a cost of $21,000 not included in the budget but expected to be covered by grant residuals. The council also approved all proposed creative crosswalk designs, renewed four on-sale liquor licenses, and accepted a survey proposal for a Memorial Park trail. All decisions were made unanimously by members present.

• Approved Resolution 21-40 authorizing BARR Engineering for turbine #3 bid alternates ($21,000) (unanimous)
• Approved all proposed creative crosswalk designs (unanimous)
• Renewed on-sale liquor license for American Legion Post #69 dba Veterans Lounge (unanimous)
• Renewed on-sale liquor license for Bluenose Gopher Public House dba Bluenose Gopher Brewery (unanimous)
• Renewed on-sale liquor license for JS Ventures LLC dba Granite Bowl (unanimous)
• Renewed on-sale liquor license for Tolley's Bar & Grill (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-41 accepting Bonnema, Runke, Stern, Inc. survey proposal for Memorial Park trail (up to $5,000) (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will review several professional service agreements and street/utility project bids. Discussion items include updates on the Creative Crosswalk, Memorial Park, and potential property purchases.

• 2021 Street & Utility Project Bids and Assessment Hearing
• Dallas/Liquor Store Roof Replacement
• Professional Service Agreement with the RDC
• Airport Fuel Terminal Agreement
• Second Reading to Amend Ordinance 155.02

The council awarded the 2021 Street & Utility Improvement project to low bidder Duininck, Inc. for $1,108,836.35, contingent on a final assessment hearing set for June 7. It also approved creative crosswalk designs, allowed YME Prom to use Rice Park with Minnesota Avenue closed, and accepted a roof replacement quote for the liquor store. Several professional service agreements and a grant for airport improvements were authorized.

• Awarded 2021 Street & Utility Improvement bid to Duininck, Inc. for $1,108,836.35 (unanimous)
• Set final assessment hearing for June 7 at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved creative crosswalk designs for 18 crosswalks (unanimous)
• Allowed YME Prom to use Rice Park with Minnesota Avenue closed on May 1 (unanimous)
• Approved park bench sketches for 'Get to Know Granite Falls' (unanimous)
• Accepted West Central Roofing quote for liquor store roof replacement (unanimous)
• Authorized RDC contract for Memorial Park Phase 4 at $8,400 (unanimous)
• Authorized TSP feasibility study for Liquor Store/Dallas at $10,725 (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council approved several resolutions including a zoning ordinance amendment and airport fuel terminal replacement. The council also authorized soliciting quotes for diseased elm tree removal and declared city audio/video equipment as surplus.

• Rezoning of Parcels No: 34-423-0114 and No: 34-423-0310 from R1 to C1 District
• Acceptance of lowest bid for hydro plant repairs
• Solicitation of quotes for the 2021 Diseased Elm Tree Removal Program
• Declaration of 2010 audio/video equipment as surplus
• Replacement of the airport fuel terminal via O’Day Equipment LLC quote

The Granite Falls City Council approved Resolution 21-27, rezoning Parcels 34-423-0114 and 34-423-0310 from R1 to C1 district, following a public hearing and Planning Commission recommendation. The council also approved several other resolutions, including accepting the lowest bid for hydro plant repairs, soliciting quotes for diseased elm tree removal, declaring city audio/video equipment as surplus, and adopting SCDP income reuse and fair housing plans. Additionally, the council approved a quote to replace the airport fuel terminal and held the first reading of an ordinance amendment regarding accessory buildings.

• Approved Resolution 21-27 to rezone two parcels from R1 to C1 district.
• Approved Resolution 21-28 accepting the lowest bid for hydro plant repairs.
• Approved Resolution 21-29 soliciting quotes for the 2021 Diseased Elm Tree Removal Program.
• Approved Resolution 21-30 declaring 2010 audio/video equipment as surplus and authorizing its sale.
• Approved Resolution 21-31 authorizing execution of the SCDP Income Reuse Plan.
• Approved Resolution 21-32 adopting the SCDP Fair Housing Plan of Action.
• Approved Resolution 21-33 accepting a quote to replace the airport fuel terminal.
• Held first reading of an ordinance amendment to add language to Ordinance 155.02 regarding accessory buildings.

Meeting

The City Council approved a contract for LHB, Inc. to develop a Comprehensive Plan with a cost not to exceed $20,000. The council also held a public hearing regarding the use of drones by the Granite Falls Police Department.

• Resolution 21-25: $250 donation to Yellowstone Trail Alliance of Western Minnesota
• Public hearing regarding drone use by the Granite Falls Police Department
• Resolution 21-26: Contract for professional services to update the Comprehensive Plan not to exceed $20,000
• Housing study summary presented by Scott Knudson
• $13,625 received to date for Christmas Street Light donations

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution authorizing a contract with LHB, Inc. to update the city's Comprehensive Plan at a cost not to exceed $20,000. The council also approved a $250 donation to the Yellowstone Trail Alliance of Western Minnesota and accepted a housing study as presented. A public hearing on police drone use was held with no public comment.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and department reports.
• Adopted Resolution 21-25 approving a $250 donation to the Yellowstone Trail Alliance of Western Minnesota.
• Adopted Resolution 21-26 authorizing a contract with LHB, Inc. to update the Comprehensive Plan at a cost not to exceed $20,000.
• Approved the housing study as presented by Scott Knudson.
• Reached consensus to allow tent use on main street for a State Farm customer appreciation event.
• Held a public hearing on police drone use; no public comment was made.

Meeting

The City Council approved several resolutions regarding infrastructure and community grants. The body also authorized the sale of a surplus fire department utility truck and approved a service area expansion for Bluenose Gopher Public House.

• Awarded $51,488 bid to MN Mechanical for wastewater plant flow meter installation
• Resolution 21-20 declaring a fire department utility truck as surplus and authorizing its sale
• Approved $100 donation to the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway
• Authorized revised budget for new Christmas street lighting
• Approved the Community Energy Transition Grant Program Agreement

The Granite Falls City Council approved a consent agenda and several resolutions, including declaring a utility truck surplus and authorizing its sale, awarding a $51,488 bid to MN Mechanical for a wastewater plant flow meter, supporting the Scenic Byway Alliance with a $100 donation, authorizing a revised budget for new Christmas street lighting, and approving a Community Energy Transition Grant Program Agreement. The council also made appointments to the KCC Board and Cairfair Planning Committee, and approved a request from Bluenose Gopher Public House to expand its service area into the parking lot behind the business.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, correspondence, and meetings & events
• Appointed Karen Baker to the KCC Board
• Appointed Scott Peterson to the Cairfair Planning Committee
• Declared city-owned utility truck as surplus and authorized its sale
• Awarded bid for wastewater plant flow meter to MN Mechanical for $51,488
• Approved $100 donation to Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway
• Authorized revised budget for purchasing new Christmas street lighting
• Approved Bluenose Gopher Public House request to expand service area into parking lot

Meeting

The City Council approved several service contracts and a purchase for street decorations. The council also scheduled a public hearing for March 15 to discuss the police department's use of drones.

• Resolution 21-14: Purchase of new Christmas street lighting not to exceed $35,000
• Resolution 21-15: Renewed contract for public access coordinator services at $105 per month
• Resolution 21-16: Professional services to update Pole Attachment Agreement with Mediacom not to exceed $5,300
• Resolution 21-17: Contract with Countryside Public Health Services for tobacco ordinance compliance checks
• Resolution 21-18: Public hearing scheduled for March 15 regarding police department drone use

The Granite Falls City Council approved several resolutions, including authorizing up to $35,000 for new Christmas street lighting, renewing the public access coordinator contract, and accepting a proposal to update the pole attachment agreement with Mediacom. The council also authorized tobacco compliance contracts, scheduled a public hearing on police drone use, and declared a surplus squad car for sale. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 21-14 authorizing Christmas lighting purchase up to $35,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-15 renewing public access coordinator contract at $105/month (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-16 accepting pole attachment agreement update proposal up to $5,300 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-17 authorizing tobacco compliance contracts with Countryside Public Health (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-18 calling public hearing for police drone use on March 15 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-19 declaring Ford Taurus surplus and authorizing sale (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will meet to review a market study presented by Linda Mathiasen. The body will also receive updates on city properties and utility infrastructure.

• Resolution regarding Granite Falls Market Study
• Update on property at 221 Baldwin St
• Update on property at 215 9 Avenue
• Century Link and Mediacom Pole Attachment Contract update
• Hydro Plant repairs and Turbine #3 update

The Granite Falls City Council approved Resolution 21-11 authorizing the city's participation in a Market Area Profile and Business Study at a cost of $1,000, with the EDA paying the remaining half of the $2,000 total. The council also adopted resolutions urging the state to pay Local Government Aid on time and in full, and waiving a $150 property tax fee for a lot at 215 9th Avenue. Fire pit usage during Ole & Lena Days was approved, and a sewer forgiveness request from Betty Pfaff was granted.

• Approved Resolution 21-11 for Market Area Profile and Business Study participation at $1,000 city cost (6-1, Fagnano nay)
• Adopted Resolution 21-12 urging state Legislature to pay LGA on time and in full (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-13 waiving $150 special assessment fee for Yellow Medicine County Parcel No. 34-300-2901 (unanimous)
• Approved fire pit usage during Ole & Lena Days at local businesses on February 6
• Approved sewer forgiveness request from Betty Pfaff
• Tabled Utility Truck Update
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, fire department report, correspondence, and meetings & events

Meeting

The City Council held a public hearing and approved the 2021 Street & Utility Improvement Program. The body also authorized several equipment purchases and property acquisitions.

• Ordered 2021 Street & Utility Improvements and directed the city engineer to call for bids
• Approved $45,820 purchase of a new Fire Department Utility Truck
• Authorized purchase of property at 221 Baldwin Street for $25,000
• Approved $1,000 donation for four $250 scholarships for the Yellow Medicine East School District
• Authorized purchase and installation of a wastewater plant influent flow meter

The Granite Falls City Council approved a resolution ordering the 2021 Street & Utility Improvement Program and directing the city engineer to prepare final plans and call for bids. The council also approved several other actions, including a $45,820 fire department utility truck purchase, a $1,000 scholarship donation, a wastewater flow meter purchase, and property purchases. All votes were unanimous except the 221 Baldwin Street purchase, which passed 4-1 with Council Member B. Peterson voting against.

• Ordered 2021 Street & Utility Improvements and directed final plans and bids (unanimous)
• Approved $45,820 fire department utility truck purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 Light Fund donation to Scholarship YME (unanimous)
• Approved wastewater plant influent flow meter purchase and installation (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 221 Baldwin Street for $25,000 (4-1, B. Peterson opposed)
• Accepted gifting of 215 9th Avenue parcel to city (unanimous)
• Approved offering archery deer hunt in 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved creative sidewalks artist call and SMAC grant application (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council established administrative roles, meeting schedules, and official depositories for the year. The body re-appointed professional service providers and approved a donation to a local food shelf.

• Approved $5,000 donation to Neighbors United Resource Center Food Shelf
• Re-appointed Rodeberg & Berryman as City Engineers with a rate increase for 2021
• Re-appointed Bolton & Menk as Airport Engineers and HDR Engineering, Inc. as Electrical Engineers
• Adopted Resolution 21-3 regarding the rising cost of water and wastewater services
• Designated Granite Falls Bank and Citizens Alliance Bank as depositories of city funds