Granite Falls public meetings in 2022

Meeting

The City Council will meet for a special session to hold a discussion regarding the sale of property. No specific property or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda.

• Discussion regarding sale of property

The City Council held a special session to discuss the sale of city property. The council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 22-127 to authorize the sale of the property located at 142 US Highway 212.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-127 authorizing sale of city-owned property at 142 US Highway 212 (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider and vote on several resolutions to finalize the 2023 budget and tax levy, including adopting the final levy payable in 2023, approving the General Fund budget, and adopting Special Revenue and Enterprise Fund budgets. The council will also consider a resolution to adopt the Capital Improvements Plan. Additionally, the agenda includes a closed session to discuss the sale of city property.

• Adopt Final Levy Payable 2023
• Approve General Fund Budget 2023
• Adopt Special Revenue Fund & Enterprise Fund Budgets 2023
• Adopt Capital Improvements Plan
• Sale of Property – Closed Session

The City Council unanimously adopted the 2023 general fund, special revenue, and enterprise fund budgets, along with the 2023 tax levy. The council also approved a 5-year capital improvements plan and several transportation trail agreements.

• Approved 2023 tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 General Fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Special Revenue and Enterprise Fund budgets (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 fund transfers (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year capital improvements plan and equipment replacement schedule (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 donation to Granite Falls Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Awarded 2023 maintenance contracts to Olson Lawn Care Service and D&A Lawn Service (unanimous)
• Approved TAP grant application and transportation trail project agreements (unanimous)

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will consider several resolutions, including declaring a library copier as surplus, authorizing well #2 rehabilitation, calling for bids on levee and shoreline repairs, accepting an electric transformers grant, contracting with Countryside Public Health for tobacco compliance checks, designating polling places, and approving a pay equity report. The meeting also includes a public hearing on taxes at 6:30 PM and a closed session on a potential property sale.

• Resolution to call for bids on levee and shoreline repairs
• Resolution to declare library copier equipment as surplus
• Resolution to contract with Countryside Public Health for tobacco compliance checks
• Resolution to designate polling places
• Closed session for discussion of sale of city property

The City Council approved contracts for levee and riverbank restoration and the rehabilitation of Well #2. The council also authorized several grant applications for electrical resilience and transportation, and approved the sale of surplus equipment.

• Approved $25,202.50 contract with Thein Well to rehabilitate Well #2 (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Rodeberg & Berryman, Inc. for levee and riverbank engineering (Unanimous)
• Called for bids to restore the levee and riverbank (Unanimous)
• Approved application for the 40101c Resilience Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) grant application (Unanimous)
• Declared 2014 Library copier as surplus for sale or auction (Unanimous)
• Authorized asbestos inspection and demolition quotes for 145 5th Avenue (Unanimous)
• Reduced sale price of city-owned property at 107 East Highway 212 by $5,000 (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will consider three resolutions: a Memorial Park Interpretive Plan proposal, joining the Highway 23 Coalition, and trail grants. They will also discuss a 2023 Street & Utility Project public hearing, a Prentice Street tree plan, and a charitable gambling update. Upcoming items include a softball field naming request and Truth in Taxation.

• Resolution on Memorial Park Interpretive Plan Proposal
• Resolution on Highway 23 Coalition Membership
• Resolution on Trail Grants
• Discussion of 2023 Street & Utility Project Public Hearing
• Discussion of Prentice Street Tree Plan

The City Council approved the 2023 Street & Utility Improvement Program and authorized two grant applications for trail improvements. The council also approved a $60,000 loan to Granite Falls Woodworking and reduced the sale price of a city-owned property to $88,000.

• Ordered 2023 Street & Utility Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT Active Transportation grant application cost not to exceed $1,500 (Unanimous)
• Requested Chippewa County act as sponsor for Transportation Alternative Project Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 loan to Granite Falls Woodworking at 3% interest (Unanimous)
• Reduced sale price of city-owned property at 107 East Hwy 212 to $88,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved membership in the HWY 23 Coalition (Unanimous)
• Authorized letter affirming removal of old hospital building when new one is built (Unanimous)
• Acknowledged charitable gambling application for Granite Falls Lions

Meeting

The council will hold a second reading of an ordinance regulating edible cannabis products, consider a snow removal contract, a building permit fee waiver request, and professional lobbying services with Flaherty & Hood. They will also discuss a Volstead House update, a Highway 23 Coalition yearly update, and a police body camera audit.

• Second reading of Edibles Zoning Ordinance
• Snow Removal Contract
• Building Permit Fee Waiver Request
• Professional Lobbying Services with Flaherty & Hood
• Consider Assessments of Delinquent Utility & Miscellaneous Charges

The City Council adopted resolutions for snow removal services, legislative advocacy for hydroelectric funding, and the waiver of building permit fees for sports field improvements. The council also amended city codes regarding highway and downtown commerce and made a property counter-offer.

• Approved snow removal proposal from Buesing Ag Partnership for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of building permit fees for baseball and softball field improvements (unanimous)
• Approved proposal from Flaherty & Hood, P.A. for legislative services regarding hydroelectric infrastructure funding (unanimous)
• Approved certification of assessments for delinquent utility and miscellaneous charges (unanimous)
• Approved second reading and publication summary of Ordinance No. 213, 2nd Series amending City Code Chapters 155.08 and 155.09 (unanimous)
• Made $90,000 counter offer for sale of Parcel #40-934-3360, 107 East Hwy 212

Meeting

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding parks, alcohol, and edibles. The meeting also includes discussions on YES House updates, Prentice Street boulevard trees, and a closed session regarding property sale.

• Police Department Taser Policy motion
• Transportation Alternative Grant Proposal resolution
• Sourcewell Bylaws and Agreement resolution
• Park Ordinance/Alcohol Ordinance 2nd Reading
• Edibles Ordinance 2nd Reading and Edibles Zoning Ordinance 1st Reading

The council unanimously approved second readings of ordinances amending city code on alcohol consumption in public, park alcohol rules, and regulating THC product sales. They also authorized a grant application for a new trail, approved Sourcewell membership changes, and authorized property sales at 107 East Hwy 212 and 646 Prentice Street.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 210 amending alcohol consumption code (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 211 amending park alcohol ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 212 regulating THC product sales (unanimous)
• Authorized letter of intent for Transportation Alternative Program grant for trail along County Road 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Sourcewell membership agreement and bylaws for Better Health Collective (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of edibles zoning ordinance (unanimous)
• Reduced sale price of 107 East Hwy 212 to $99,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of 646 Prentice Street to Granite Falls Woodworks Inc. for $60,000 (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider first readings of ordinances regarding edibles and alcohol in parks. The body will also review resolutions for industrial park leases, a grid resilience grant, and equipment sales. Updates on the city levee and 2023 street and utility projects are scheduled for discussion.

• First reading of Park Ordinance/Alcohol Ordinance
• First reading of Edibles Ordinance
• Industrial Park Lease Agreements resolution
• Enhancing the Resilience of the Electrical Grid Grant resolution
• Sale of Excess Equipment resolution

The Granite Falls City Council approved first readings of ordinances regulating edibles, parks, and alcohol, and adopted resolutions renewing farmland leases, authorizing a grant application for electrical grid resilience, declaring playground equipment as surplus, and permitting animals in a flood zone. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Edibles Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Park Ordinance/Alcohol Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-85 renewing Jepson Farmland Lease for three years (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-86 renewing Peterson Industrial Park Farmland Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-87 accepting Frontier Energy proposal for electrical grid grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-88 declaring Rice Park playground equipment surplus and authorizing sale (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-89 issuing a permit to allow animals in flood zone at 5442 306th Avenue (unanimous)
• Acknowledged charitable gambling application for YME Hoops Club fundraiser with no waiting period

Meeting

The City Council will consider police department policies and a Volstead House property survey. Discussion items include updates from the Coalition of Greater MN Cities, art updates, an introduction for the new EDA Director, and hydro plant intake gates.

• Police Department Policies
• Volstead House Survey of Property
• Coalition of Greater MN Cities Yearly Update
• New EDA Director Introduction
• Hydro Plant Intake Gates

The council approved a survey of the Volstead property to address moisture issues, as part of a conditions assessment. They also unanimously approved amendments to police policies on impartial policing and confidential informants. The consent agenda, including minutes and bills, was approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved survey of Volstead property for moisture assessment (unanimous)
• Approved police policy amendments on impartial policing and confidential informants (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and reports (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will review a second reading of the Sewerage Services Ordinance and consider motions regarding parking lot use for Rib Fest and a Trunk or Treat event. The meeting also includes an introduction of the new City Artist in Residence.

• Sewerage Services Ordinance - 2nd Reading
• Legion Request to use parking lot for September 17-Rib Fest
• Trunk or Treat Event motion
• Police Department Policies review

The council approved the second reading of an ordinance modifying Chapter 52 (Sewerage Service), which will become effective upon publication. They also approved a free-form graffiti wall for Squid Fest, a road closure for Trunk or Treat, and use of the Legion parking lot for Ribfest/Squidfest. Two police department policies were tabled pending language clarification.

• Approved second reading of ordinance modifying Chapter 52 (Sewerage Service) (unanimous)
• Approved free-form graffiti wall at flood wall near Lende Lane for Squid Fest (unanimous)
• Approved road closure of 3 blocks of 8th Avenue between 2nd Street and Prentice Street for Trunk or Treat on October 29 (unanimous)
• Approved use of Legion parking lot for 2nd Annual Ribfest/Squidfest on September 17 (unanimous)
• Approved blocking parking lot behind Bluenose for event during Meander kickoff on September 30 (unanimous)
• Tabled Police Department POST Policies #11 and #15 pending language clarification

Meeting

The City Council will meet to adopt several resolutions regarding the 2023 General Fund, Special Revenue Fund, and Enterprise Funds. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Rice Park update and potential ordinances regarding parks and alcohol.

• Adopt Proposed Levy Payable 2023
• Adopt Resolution Approving General Fund Budget 2023
• Adopt Resolution Approving 5-Year Capital Improvements Plan
• Proposal for Auditing Services
• Park Ordinance/Alcohol Ordinance discussion

The council unanimously adopted resolutions setting the proposed 2023 tax levy, general fund budget, special revenue and enterprise fund budgets, fund transfers, and a five-year capital improvements plan. They also approved a $12,955 contract to repair and sealcoat the KCC parking lot, accepted an auditing services proposal for 2022-2024, and passed first and second readings of sewerage and venue ordinances.

• Approved 2023 proposed tax levy and called public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 general fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 special revenue and enterprise fund budgets (unanimous)
• Approved transfers of general funds to various city funds for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved transfers of enterprise funds to general and airport construction funds (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year capital improvements plan and equipment replacement schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted $12,955 quote from Bargen Inc. for KCC parking lot crack repair and sealcoat (unanimous)
• Accepted Abdo, Eick & Meyers auditing services proposal for 2022-2024 ($37,500-$38,900) (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider several resolutions and two ordinance readings. Discussion includes community art updates and upcoming items regarding sump pumps and property sales.

• Great Plains Gas Franchise Ordinance - 2nd Reading
• Establish Venue in Criminal Cases - 1st Reading
• Prairie Waters Membership resolution
• Pioneerland Library 2023 Increase resolution
• Hydro Plant Tree Removal resolution

The Granite Falls City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions included authorizing a $20,911 contract with Rodeberg & Berryman for Memorial Park Phase IV professional services, approving a $17,500 tree removal quote at the hydro plant, and increasing the Pioneerland Library budget by 1% for 2023. The council also approved a river-themed walking arts crawl, a franchise ordinance for Great Plains Natural Gas, and a first reading of a venue ordinance for criminal cases.

• Approved $20,911 contract with Rodeberg & Berryman for Memorial Park Phase IV (unanimous)
• Approved $17,500 tree removal quote from Minger Construction at hydro plant (unanimous)
• Approved 1% increase in Pioneerland Library budget for FY2023, total $875 (unanimous)
• Approved development of river theme walking arts crawl (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Great Plains Natural Gas franchise ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of venue ordinance for criminal cases (unanimous)
• Approved resolution requesting Governor Walz call special session (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and special session (unanimous)

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will meet to consider a franchise ordinance for Great Plains Gas and a moratorium on THC. The body will also review resolutions regarding street patching and a trail update.

• Great Plains Gas Franchise Ordinance 1st Reading
• THC Moratorium
• Resolution for 2022 Street Patching
• Resolution for County Road 5 Trail Update
• Resolution for 124 Fromm Circle

The Granite Falls City Council approved an emergency ordinance establishing an interim moratorium on the sale of hemp-derived THC, effective until October 31, 2022, with a 4-2 vote. The council also awarded a $52,819 contract for bituminous patching, approved a $35,066.91 assessment for demolition costs, and reduced the sale price of city-owned property to $130,000.

• Approved interim THC moratorium on hemp-derived sales (4-2)
• Awarded 2022 bituminous patching to Duininck, Inc. for $52,819 (unanimous)
• Approved reassessment of $35,066.91 for 124 Fromm Circle (unanimous)
• Reduced sale price of 107 Hwy 212 E to $130,000 (unanimous)
• Approved city as fiscal agent for softball field fundraising (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Great Plains Gas franchise ordinance (unanimous)
• Accepted engineering proposal for County Road 5 Trail Phase II (unanimous)
• Allowed MVTV to install internet hotspot at Memorial Park (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider motions regarding election judges and requests for Rice Park and Blue Nose. The body will also review resolutions for a custodial contract, a compensation study update, and a city levee survey. A public hearing is scheduled for 1210 6th Street.

• Public hearing for 1210 6th Street
• Resolution for Custodial Contract
• Resolution to update Compensation Study
• Resolution for City Levee Survey
• Motions for Rice Park and Blue Nose requests

The Granite Falls City Council held a public hearing and unanimously declared the structure at 1210 6th Street a hazardous building, directing the city attorney to obtain a removal order. They also approved a consent decree to begin demolition of the fire-damaged property at 145 5th Avenue. Other actions included renewing a custodial contract, hiring a consultant for a compensation study, and approving event permits.

• Declared 1210 6th St a hazardous building, ordered removal (unanimous)
• Directed attorney to obtain consent decree for 145 5th Ave demolition (unanimous)
• Renewed custodial contract with Brenda Peterson, $1,400/month (unanimous)
• Hired David Drown Associates for compensation study, $8,500 (unanimous)
• Hired Rodeberg & Berryman for levee survey, $5,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 20+ vendors at Rice Park for Ride2Remember Aug 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Bluenose fencing and road closure for July events (unanimous)
• Appointed election judges for Aug 9 and Nov 8 elections (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider motions regarding bridge lighting and demolition quotes for 846 7th Street. Discussion items include electric vehicle charging stations, a dog park, and a street/utility project update.

• Bridge Lighting Request motion
• Resolution regarding 846 7th Street Demolition Quotes
• ZEF Energy Electric Vehicle Charging Station discussion
• Dog Park discussion
• 2021 Street/Utility Project update

The Granite Falls City Council denied a request from the Church of Iglesia Ni Cristo to light a bridge, citing lack of community-based significance. They also approved a $8,324 bid from H&H Construction for demolishing structures at 846 7th Street. The meeting included a closed session to discuss the sale of an Industrial Park lot, but no action was taken on that matter.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, bills, finance report, police chief's report, correspondence, meetings & events) unanimously
• Denied bridge lighting request from Church of Iglesia Ni Cristo (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-61 accepting H&H Construction bid of $8,324 for demolition at 846 7th Street (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider motions regarding a hazardous building, a social media policy, and a sculpture donation. The body will also review contracts for a Public Access Coordinator and Co2, and a second state of emergency declaration.

• Public hearing for hazardous building at 1210 6th Street
• Public Access Coordinator Contract
• Co2 Contract
• Declaration of second state of emergency
• Legion request to use Sorlien Park for Western Fest

The Granite Falls City Council unanimously approved a 60-day extension of the state of emergency due to additional storm damage on May 30. They also accepted the 2021 audit, approved a $500 donation to the Yellow Medicine County Fair, and accepted a bid for liquid CO2 at $224 per ton. Several other routine items were approved, including a social media policy and a contract renewal for the Public Access Coordinator.

• Declared state of emergency for additional 60 days (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 audit as presented (unanimous)
• Approved $500 donation to Yellow Medicine County Fair (unanimous)
• Accepted liquid CO2 bid from American Welding & Gas at $224/ton (unanimous)
• Approved placement of Pelican sculpture in a city park (unanimous)
• Approved American Legion use of Solien Park for Western Fest June 23-25 (unanimous)
• Approved social media policy with Johnson as primary, Kleven as secondary admin (unanimous)
• Renewed contract for Public Access Coordinator Dylan Curfman (unanimous)

Meeting

The City Council will consider a second reading of the C-1 Zoning Ordinance and a resolution declaring a state of emergency. The body will also review bids for Dutch Elm work and Industrial Park hay land, as well as airport contracts.

• Second reading of C-1 Zoning Ordinance
• Resolution declaring State of Emergency
• Temporary Liquor Licenses for Baseball Association & Makers Market
• Dutch Elm and Industrial Park hay land bids
• MnDOT Aeronautics T-Hanger Agreement and Airport Mowing Contract renewal

The Granite Falls City Council approved a $15,000 loan from the 811 Revolving Loan Fund to Rebecca Donner for the purchase of Inspire Salon, with a 4% interest rate over 10 years. The council also approved a $100,000 transfer from the Sewer Fund to the Severance Fund, accepted a bid for diseased elm tree removal, and declared a state of emergency. Several other resolutions were passed, including agreements for airport improvements and hay land leases.

• Approved $15,000 loan to Rebecca Donner for Inspire Salon (4% interest, 10 years) (unanimous, B. Peterson abstained)
• Approved $100,000 transfer from Sewer Fund to Severance Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted Northbound Tree Service bid for diseased elm removal ($20.18/inch, $4.75 stump grinding) (unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT grant agreement for airport T-Hanger project (unanimous)
• Accepted Weber Farms offer for airport grass cutting/bailing 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Awarded hay land lease to Chris Berends (approx. 60 acres) (unanimous)
• Declared state of emergency for Granite Falls (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending C-1 Highway/Auto Commerce uses by special permit (unanimous)

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including approving liquor licenses for four local establishments, reviewing bids for the 2022 Street & Utility Improvement project, and holding the first reading of a zoning ordinance. The agenda also includes reports from city commissions and discussions on various community matters.

• 2022 Street & Utility Improvement Bids
• 846 7th Street Asbestos Quote
• Liquor licenses for American Legion, Bluenose Gopher Brewery, Granite Bowl, and Tolley's Bar & Grill
• C-1 Zoning Ordinance – 1st Reading
• Granite Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Donation

The Granite Falls City Council rejected all bids for the 2022 Street & Utility Improvements project because they came in higher than anticipated, and will rebid in the fall. The council also approved several liquor license renewals, an asbestos inspection, and resolutions on bond closure, LGA support, and a chamber donation.

• Rejected all bids for 2022 Street & Utility Improvements; will rebid in fall
• Approved on-sale liquor license renewals for American Legion Post #69, Bluenose Gopher Brewery, JS Ventures LLC dba Granite Bowl, and Tolley's Bar & Grill
• Approved extending Bluenose Gopher fenced-in area to river for June 4 wedding reception
• Approved VCI Environmental asbestos inspection at 846 7th Street for $1,460
• Adopted Resolution 22-46 closing 2012 GO Refunding Bond
• Adopted Resolution 22-47 supporting LGA increase and formula
• Adopted Resolution 22-48 donating $3,500 to Granite Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
• Approved listing 107 E Hwy 212 for residential or commercial at $149,900

Meeting

The City Council will consider motions regarding KCC Prairie Burn and a resolution for a new Memorial Park lawn mower. The agenda includes a second reading of the Nuisance Vehicle Ordinance and discussions on the T-Hanger Project and the City Artist in Residence.

• Nuisance Vehicle Ordinance (2nd Reading)
• New Memorial Park Lawn Mower resolution
• KCC Pool Heater resolution
• T-Hanger Project update
• City Artist in Residence update: Dani Prados

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will meet to discuss several resolutions, including a land lease for the industrial park and the city comprehensive plan. The council will also hold a first reading for a Nuisance Vehicle Ordinance.

• Industrial Park Land Lease Agreement resolution
• Nuisance Vehicle Ordinance (1st Reading)
• City Comprehensive Plan resolution
• Library copier quotes
• Dutch Elm Tree bids

The Granite Falls City Council approved resolutions to solicit bids for leasing 60 acres of industrial park hay land, allocate the $12,500 remaining energy dividend to the General Fund, accept a $4,402 bid for a library copier, and solicit quotes for diseased elm tree removal. The council also allowed a controlled burn of the YME Nature Area, held the first reading of a nuisance vehicle ordinance, and discussed the T-Hangar project funding shortage.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, public works report, and meetings (unanimous)
• Allowed fire department controlled burn of YME Nature Area on May 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-37 calling for bids to lease 60 acres of industrial park hay land (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-38 allocating $12,500 energy dividend to General Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-39 accepting $4,402 bid from Coordinated Business Systems for library copier (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-40 soliciting quotes for diseased elm tree removal (unanimous)
• Held first reading of nuisance vehicle ordinance (unanimous)
• Consensus to leave hospital location out of Comprehensive Plan at this time

Meeting

The City Council will review bids for the Hydro Plant Intake Gate and Airport T-Hangar. The body is also considering resolutions regarding Memorial Park professional services and wastewater permit assistance.

• Hydro Plant Intake Gate bids
• Airport T-Hangar bids from Silas Parmar
• Memorial Park Professional Services- Phase IV
• Wastewater Permit Assistance
• Gifting of EDA Property

The Granite Falls City Council approved several resolutions, including accepting the low bid from Everstrong Construction for the Airport T-Hangar Project at $1,704,202.41, approving the MnDOT grant and hangar loan, and authorizing an agreement with Bolton & Menk. The council also approved contracts for hydro plant intake repairs, Memorial Park Phase IV, and NPDES permit assistance, among other items. All resolutions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 22-28 accepting Everstrong Construction's $1,704,202.41 bid for Airport T-Hangar, approving MnDOT grant and hangar loan, and authorizing Bolton & Menk agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-29 accepting lowest bid for Hydroelectric Power Plant Intake Area repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-30 authorizing contract with Damon Farber for Memorial Park Phase IV (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-31 authorizing Stantec contract for NPDES permit assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-32 accepting gift of EDA property parcel 34-300-2209 for $1 and combining parcels (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-33 donating $400 to Western Fest (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-34 approving ADA compliance improvements to camper cabin (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-35 declaring surplus equipment and authorizing auction sale (unanimous)

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including mowing contracts and updated polling boundaries. The session includes reports from the EDA and Park Board, as well as an introduction of a new police officer.

• Mowing contracts
• Memorial Park camp fee increase
• Reestablishing Ward, Precinct Boundaries and Polling Places
• Call for copier quotes for the library
• Introduction of new police officer Matthew Anderson

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will review several resolutions regarding service agreements and equipment quotes. The body will also receive reports on the 12106th Street inspection and the City Comprehensive Plan.

• Memorial Park Invasive Species Bid
• Professional Service Agreement with HDR
• Equipment quotes for the Electric Department
• Mower quotes
• 12106th Street Inspection Report

Meeting

The City Council will consider motions for a police department employee addition and resolutions regarding an airport T-hangar bid, gas franchise renewal, RDA funding, and equipment purchases. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the 2022 Street/Utility Project.

• Police Department Employee Addition — Brian Struffert
• Airport T-Hangar Calling for Bids
• Gas Franchise Renewal
• RDA Funding
• 2022 Street/Utility Project Public Hearing

Meeting

The Granite Falls City Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including a police squad car purchase and a city manager contract. The body will also review requests regarding Rice Park playground equipment and a hospital rental agreement.

• Police Department squad car purchase
• City Manager contract
• Hospital rental agreement
• Granite Falls Area Community Foundation Rice Park playground equipment request
• Donation to YME Scholarship Fund

The Granite Falls City Council held its annual re-organizational meeting, approving a resolution to accept the engineering report and schedule a public hearing for February 7 at 7:15 p.m. on the proposed 2022 Street and Utility Improvements. The council also made numerous appointments, approved licenses, donations, and contracts, and declared a police vacancy. The city manager contract was tabled until the next meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 22-1 accepting engineering report and setting Feb. 7 hearing on 2022 street/utility improvements (unanimous)
• Reappointed Steve Nordaune as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Reappointed Rodeberg & Berryman as city engineers, Bolton & Menk as airport engineers, and HDR Engineering as electrical engineers (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 city licenses (unanimous)
• Accepted donations from Jeanette Olson Foundation: $10,000 for playground equipment, $5,000 for dog park, $5,000 for library microfiche grant match (unanimous)
• Declared police officer vacancy and authorized staff to fill position (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-2 with Holmstrom, Kvam and Blackwelder as city attorneys for 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-3 donating $5,000 to Neighbors United Resource Center Food Shelf (adopted, Smiglewski abstained)

Meeting

The City Council will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and pay bills. The agenda includes reports from the Utilities Commission and the Kilowatt Community Center Board.

• Approval of December 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Payment of bills
• Utilities Commission report
• Kilowatt Community Center Board report

The Granite Falls City Council held its re-organizational meeting, approving a resolution to accept the engineering report and schedule a public hearing for February 7, 2022, on proposed street and utility improvements. The council also made several appointments, approved licenses and donations, and adopted resolutions for city attorney and legislative advocate services. The city manager contract was tabled until the next meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 22-1 accepting engineering report and setting Feb. 7 hearing on 2022 street/utility improvements (unanimous)
• Reappointed Steve Nordaune as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 city licenses (unanimous)
• Accepted donations from Jeanette Olson Foundation: $10,000 playground, $5,000 dog park, $5,000 library (unanimous)
• Declared police officer vacancy and authorized filling position (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-2 for city attorney agreement with Holmstrom, Kvam and Blackwelder (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-3 donating $5,000 to Neighbors United Food Shelf (adopted, Smiglewski abstained)
• Tabled city manager contract until next meeting