Silver Bay public meetings in 2023
15 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CC Min. 09-05-23
The Council approved a grant agreement and easement for the East Lakeview Drive road construction project. They also authorized the purchase of a mini excavator and reopened labor negotiations for health insurance and wages.
- Approved Resolution 2023-#48 LRIP Grant Agreement for East Lakeview Drive (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-#49 East Lakeview Drive Easement with Cleveland Cliffs-Northshore Mining (5-0)
- Approved purchase of Caterpillar 305 Mini Excavator for $87,481.11
- Approved MN Lottery annual renewal agreement ($20.00 fee)
- Approved Blandin training for librarian Shannon Walz
- Approved reopening labor negotiations for LELS and Local 49ers
- Appointed Gary Ollila as Administrative Hearing Officer at $50/hour
- Approved $108,104.36 in unpaid claims and $232,563.85 in paid claims
CC Min. 09-05-23 Budget Workshop
The City Council held a workshop to review the first draft of the 2024 proposed budget, which shows a 14.2% levy change. No formal votes were taken on budget items; the City Administrator will adjust the budget based on discussions for a subsequent meeting on September 18th.
- Reviewed Draft #1 of 2024 Proposed Budget
- Discussed 14.2% levy change
- Adjourned meeting at 6:59 P.M. (Carried)
CC Min. 08-21-23
The City Council approved a conceptual plan for downtown development and referred it to Planning & Zoning for code updates. The council also accepted several grants and professional service agreements for infrastructure and forestry. A decision on the CSAH status of Davis Drive was tabled pending a feasibility study.
- Approved Downtown Conceptual Plan and referred to Planning & Zoning
- Accepted $500,000 IRRR grant for Boathouse Bay public utilities expansion (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-#44 Lake County HRA purchase and development agreement (5-0)
- Approved $6,600 agreement with DSGW Professional Services for Mary Mac Roofing Phase 1 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-#47 for Lake County SWCD grant application to DNR for urban forestry (5-0)
- Approved realtor agreement with Odyssey Real Estate for Golf Course Housing (Motion Carried)
- Approved Zamboni advertising design from North Shore Federal Credit Union (Motion Carried)
- Approved payment of $78,815.80 in unpaid claims and $435,999.80 in paid claims (5-0)
CC Min. 08-07-23-Public Hearing
The City Council held a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed business subsidy, Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan, and tax abatement plan for Sawtooth 16, LLC. No votes were taken during this hearing; the Council scheduled a subsequent regular meeting to decide on the adoption of these plans.
- Adjourned the public hearing at 7:51 p.m.
CC Min. 05-15-23 Public Hearing Chap 12
The City Council held a public hearing to receive comments on the adoption of Section 1239 Short Term Rental Code and amendments to Sections 1210.10 and 1210.13. No final decision was made during this hearing; the Council adjourned the session to consider the adoption at a subsequent regular meeting.
- Adjourned the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
CC Min. 05-15-23
The Council adopted several resolutions to advance the East Lakeview Drive project, including a joint powers agreement with Lake County and authorization for bids. Other actions included approving safety grants, staff training, and new summer hires. Decisions on short-term rentals and zoning map amendments were tabled until May 25.
- Adopted Joint Powers Agreement with Lake County for East Lakeview Drive (5-0)
- Approved plans and authorized bids for East Lakeview Drive (5-0)
- Requested variance for East Lakeview Drive design standards to 25 mph (5-0)
- Designated West Lakeview Drive as a no parking zone except for designated areas (5-0)
- Approved applying for OSHA safety grants for equipment estimated at $28,100
- Approved $3,243.48 for security cameras and $2,454.15 for Wi-Fi at the arena
- Approved wage adjustment for Lisa Christenson to $22.00/hour
- Tabled Resolution 2023-#23 (Short Term Rentals) and Resolution 2023-#24 (Zoning Map)
CC Min. 05-01-23
The City Council accepted a federal funding award for a trailhead center and approved several engineering contracts for utility and culvert surveys. The council also authorized the hiring of a new full-time police officer and summer staff.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#19 accepting $600,000 Transportation Alternative Funding (4-0-1)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#21 for Bolton & Menk topographic survey totaling $20,300 (4-0-1)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#22 for Bolton & Menk hydraulic risk assessment of $6,750 (4-0-1)
- Approved $15,000 contract with J&M Fireworks for July 4th and July 7th events
- Hired Daniel Mooers as full-time police officer at $31.62/hr
- Hired Hunter Dow, Lynn Prouty, and Tor Soderstrom as summer aides at $13.00/hr
- Approved License Agreement with Rockywall Productions for Music in the Park
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#20 for USI Consulting Group actuarial services
CC Min. 04-17-23
The City Council scheduled public hearings for May 15 to discuss a new short-term rental code and an updated city zoning map. The council also approved several leases, accepted a police officer's resignation, and expanded the EDA board.
- Scheduled public hearing for May 15 on short-term rental code and amendments (3-2)
- Scheduled public hearing for May 15 on updated city zoning map (5-0)
- Approved advertising for open Water/Wastewater Operator position
- Approved $100 Arena lease for After Prom Committee
- Approved Coca-Cola vending services agreement for Marina and Campground
- Accepted resignation of Michael Aho from the police department
- Increased EDA board to 7 members and appointed Joe Nicklay and Steve VanHouse
- Approved payment of $36,278.46 in unpaid claims and $366,240.66 in paid claims (5-0)
CC Min. 04-03-23
The Council adopted a resolution to accept MN DNR grant funds for recreational improvements and approved a free residential cleanup proposal. Other actions included approving a master sign plan and various staff training requests.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#18 for MN DNR Outdoor Rec Grant for rink and pickleball courts (3-0-2)
- Approved free residential cleanup proposal from Full Sun Services pending insurance certificate
- Approved moving forward with preferred concept for Master Sign Plan
- Approved Arena lease for Blue Line Club for Silver Bay Hockey Camp (July 22nd-30th)
- Approved $425 for City Administrator to attend LMC Conference
- Approved $125 for Police Chief and Officer Schubert to attend virtual training
- Approved training in Somerset, WI for Larry Carter, Steve Graden, and Bryan Carpenter
- Approved $63,022.76 in unpaid claims and $328,507.61 in paid claims (3-0-2)
CC Min. 03-20-23
The City Council adopted a final Stormwater Management Plan to comply with grant requirements. The council also approved funding for a career expo booth and a neighborhood revitalization grant program. A proposed city code amendment regarding short-term rentals was tabled for further review.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#17 for the Stormwater Management Plan (5-0)
- Approved $150 for a city booth at the Lake County Community Career Expo
- Set Exchange Days for May 20, June 10, August 19, and September 16, 2023
- Approved $500 Neighborhood Revitalization grants for exterior improvements starting May 2, 2023
- Tabled city code amendment for short-term rentals for further Planning and Zoning review
- Approved $59,475.61 in unpaid claims and $188,266.81 in paid claims (5-0)
CC Min. 03-06-23
The City Council approved several employment advertisements and a grant amendment for the Outer Drive Beautification Project. The council also authorized tree removal on East Lakeview Drive and approved a marina fee refund.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#16 to extend IRRRB Grant for Outer Drive Beautification Project (3-0-2)
- Approved summer seasonal employment advertisements
- Approved advertisement for full-time Patrolman position
- Approved advertisement for Volunteer Campground Host
- Approved agreement extension with Costin Group, Inc. at $1,250 per month through Dec 31, 2023
- Approved tree removal for East Lakeview Drive project
- Approved $1,024.00 marina fee refund for Robert Schrader
- Approved $69,681.01 in unpaid claims, including Eli Yachts invoice (3-0-2)
CC Min. 02-27-23 Sp Mtg
The City Council adopted resolutions to accept a $1 million grant for a Multi-Modal Trailhead Center and to apply for federal funding for water treatment facility upgrades. The Council also approved a seal coat project for Outer Drive and Horn Boulevard. Additionally, temporary property access was granted to Boathouse Bay for tree removal.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#14 accepting $1,000,000 LCCMR grant for Multi-Modal Trailhead Center (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#15 to apply for federal funding for water treatment facility upgrades (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#13 for Lake County Seal Coat Project on Outer Drive and Horn Boulevard (5-0)
- Approved access to city property for Boathouse Bay pending final license agreement
- Approved use of Bayview Park for MN ATV Riders event on June 24th pending license agreement
- Approved $650 for AWAIR Safety Training on April 6th
- Approved $395 plus meals and mileage for Officer Sean Bergman's Evidence Manager Course
- Approved $759 for Liquor Store Manager to attend MMBA Annual Conference
CC Min. 02-06-23
The City Council adopted a 2022 budget amendment and approved annual General Fund transfers totaling $747,890 to various city departments. The council also approved several labor contracts, a FEMA grant MOU for fire equipment, and various administrative service agreements.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#9 2022 Budget Amendment (3-0-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#10 General Fund Transfers of $747,890 (3-0-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#11 Liquor Store Transfer of $0 to Parks & Recreation (3-0-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#12 MOU for FEMA AFG Grant for fire department equipment (3-0-2)
- Approved 2023-2025 LELS and Local 49ers contracts retroactive to 1/1/2023
- Approved sidewalk extension for VanHouse Construction through 9/30/2023
- Approved $2,300 USI Consulting Services agreement for Fire Department actuarial services
- Tabled Bolton and Menk sidewalk engineering proposal
CC Min. 01-17-23
The City Council approved pay rates for five part-time police officers and authorized training for two water/wastewater employees. The council also approved over $202,000 in paid and unpaid claims.
- Approved part-time police officer wages of $31.62 for five individuals, retroactive to Jan 2, 2023 (Motion Carried)
- Approved $150 training fee plus hotel, meals, and mileage for Theodore Czaplicki to attend MWRA course March 8-9 (Motion Carried)
- Approved $275 training fee plus hotel, meals, and mileage for Mike Miller to attend MWRA conference March 7-9 (Motion Carried)
- Approved $191.67 retroactive motel reimbursement for Mayor Wade LeBlanc for legislative testimony (Motion Carried)
- Approved payment of $76,786.70 in unpaid claims and $125,723.71 in paid claims (5-0)
- Approved January 3, 2023 Annual Meeting minutes and September 2022 Treasurer’s Report (Motion Carried)
CC Min. 01-03-23
The City Council adopted several annual resolutions regarding city fees, official newspapers, and depositories. The council also approved a grant for library construction and training for a police officer.
- Approved $250,000 IRRRB Grant Agreement for Library Construction Project (3-0-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#5 increasing labor rate to $55/hr and peak season campground rates by $2.00 (3-0-2)
- Appointed Councilor DeRosier as Acting Mayor (3-0-2)
- Approved FTO training for Officer Micaiah Schubert (Motion Carried)
- Approved $15,195.35 in unpaid claims and $290,267.75 in paid claims (3-0-2)
- Designated Bayside Printing and Northshore Journal as Legal Newspaper (3-0-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#2 designating official depositories and signatories (3-0-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-#6 increasing lodging reimbursement rate to $98 (3-0-2)