Anoka City Council

October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 1 of 14 REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANOKA CITY COUNCIL ANOKA CITY HALL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 4, 2021 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rice called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at 7:05 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present at roll call: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp. Staff present: City Manager Greg Lee; Public Services Director Mark Anderson; City Engineer Ben Nelson; Community Development Director Doug Borglund; City Planner Clark Palmer; City Assessor Scott Varner; Police Chief Eric Peterson; and City Attorney Scott Baumgartner. Absent at roll call: None. 3. COUNCIL MINUTES 3.1 August 30, 2021, Budget Worksession. September 20, 2021, Regular Meeting. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Barnett, to waive the reading and approve the August 30, 2021, Budget Worksession and the September 20, 2021, Regular Meeting as presented. Vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried. 4. OPEN FORUM 4.1 Proclamation; Franklin Elementary School Update. Tricia Josephs, Community Education Programmer, shared details about the celebration for Franklin Elementary School’s 150th anniversary of the decision to build the school which will be held on October 17, 2021. Mayor Rice read the Proclamation into the record. Councilmember Weaver shared how many of his family members either attended or taught at Franklin School and how the school had a wonderful history. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 2 of 14 Councilmember Skogquist shared about the importance of how schools bring a community together to learn about each other. 4.2 Police Activity Update. Police Chief Eric Peterson shared about upcoming events including the zombie pub crawl, Halloween parades, and other activities. He shared about the annual crime prevention breakfast and how this was the only fundraiser of the Anti- Crime Commission to help with education, prevention, and other work. Chief Peterson shared about recent incidents that included the threat of a school shooting and home invasion and how they were working to identify the suspect. He congratulated Officer Eric Groebner who would be receiving the MPCA Crime Prevention Officer of the Year award and as well as Officer Jake Sorteberg and K9 Bravo for receiving the valor award for the February 2021 shooting incident. He then shared about upcoming training that would be given to local bar and restaurant owners and staff for responsible alcohol serving. Councilmember Barnett asked about follow-up for businesses who failed their annual compliance checks. Chief Peterson said rechecks would be occurring very soon and spoke more about the importance of training for responsible serving. OTHER INFORMATION UNDER OPEN FORUM Mike Steel, 233 Rivers Bluff Lane, spoke about the recent home invasion and its impacts to the neighborhood and complimented Chief Peterson and department for their professional and helpful response. Lea Asher, Anoka, inquired about her grandmother’s recent citation for parking in her front yard and asked for reasons why the citation occurred. City Manager Greg Lee noted this topic would be considered later in the agenda. 5. PUBLIC HEARING(S) 5.1 Assessment for Services Against Property with Delinquent Accounts. RES/Adopting Assessment for Services Against Property with Delinquent Accounts. RESOLUTION Mr. Lee shared a background report with the Council stating Anoka City ordinances and Minnesota Statute allowed for the certification of unpaid service billings which may include costs associated with weed and diseased tree removal, false alarms, delinquent utility accounts, and other miscellaneous services to the public including removal of public health hazards from private property. City utility accounts delinquent as of August 1 and unpaid as of September 1, 2021 will be collected utilizing special assessments. An administrative fee ($35.00) October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 3 of 14 plus interest (4%) will be charged. He stated property owners have been notified via regular mail. Upon application, Council may defer the payment of this special assessment for any homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older, or retired by virtue of a permanent or total disability, for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. Councilmember Skogquist encouraged residents with delinquent accounts to contact City staff to take advantage of programs available to assist in reconciling delinquent amounts. Councilmember Weaver asked about the senior citizen exemptions. Mr. Lee said residents can file for deferment but noted the amount does accrue interest. Mayor Rice opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. Rick Landowski, 2302 4th Avenue, shared concerns about the amount assessed on his property and reasons for the assessment and how he had worked to correct the property violation concerns and thought they were being addressed satisfactorily. Kalea Niskala, 2903 7th Avenue, shared about violations for parking on the grass and reasons for the assessment. She said she was unable to pay and the assessment would affect her property taxes and said she was unsure why the parking was a concern after many years. Community Development Director Doug Borglund explained the citation process and noted as violations continue fees escalate. Mark Lucht, Code Enforcement, explained the process and follow-up steps that includes 15 days to address. Councilmember Wesp confirmed staff had records of letters sent to property owners to attempt to accomplish a resolution to each assessment. Mr. Ladowski shared concerns that he never received any letters. Mr. Borglund said staff would follow up. Councilmember Skogquist asked for a summary of conclusions for the residents but was confident that staff had followed up appropriately through due diligence. Leah Asher, 3002 7th Avenue, spoke about senior citizen deferment and the difficulties of parking four vehicles on the paved surface as required and was under the impression the citation had been dismissed. Being no further comments Mayor Rice closed the public hearing at 7:47 p.m. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 4 of 14 NOTE: By motion from Councilmember Barnett, which was seconded by Councilmember Weaver, and by a unanimous vote of the Council, agenda item 9.1 was moved up on the agenda and acted upon at this point. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. Councilmember Barnett thanked those who spoke and said a response would be given by staff which would encourage transparency in the process. Mayor Rice explained the process was meant to create change and said the City’s work to increase enforcement of blight and other items was why assessments were occurring. He said Anoka was working to see improvements in housing stock throughout the City and that if needed would focus on better communication throughout the process. Motion by Councilmember Wesp seconded by Councilmember Skogquist, to adopt a resolution Certifying the 2021 Assessment for Services Against Property with Delinquent Accounts. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 6. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Weaver, to approve Consent Agenda 6.1 through 6.7 as presented. Councilmember Skogquist thanked Engineering Technician Ben Nelson for suggesting the work associated with the change order in the Highland Park Area. 6.1 Approve Verified Bills. 6.2 Revising and Setting Council Calendars. 6.3 U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project; Approve Parcel 24 Stipulation of Settlement Agreement. 6.4 U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project; Approve Parcel 25 Stipulation of Settlement Agreement. 6.5 Green Haven Parkway Phase II; Change Order No. 1 – Highland Park Neighborhood Road Resurfacing. 6.6 Approval of a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Church of St. Stephen; Pumpkin Fest, October 23, 2021. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 5 of 14 6.7 Approval of a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Anoka Lions Club; Anoka High School All Class Reunion October 24, 2021, and Lions Tent Event October 30, 2021. Vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried. 7. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS None. 8. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATION None. 9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 9.1 RES/Adopting Assessment for Services Against Property with Delinquent Accounts. ACTED UPON AFTER PUBLIC HEARING 9.2 RES/Designation of Election Precincts for 2022. Mr. Lee said requested that Council postpone this item to a future meeting as one of the polling places was in the process of being sold and staff wanted to also consider other options such as the senior center. Motion by Councilmember Weaver seconded by Councilmember Wesp, to postpone consideration of a resolution designating election precincts for 2022 for the City of Anoka to November 15, 2021. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.3 RES/Approving LELS Patrol Unit Labor Contract for 2022, 2023, and 2024. RESOLUTION Mr. Lee shared a background report stating Council was provided under separate cover the LELS Patrol Unit Labor Contract for 2022, 2023 & 2024. The contract is classified as private/confidential data until it is approved by the Council. He said the contract has been accepted by the Union and due to a new law labor contracts must be adopted by resolution. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 6 of 14 Councilmember Wesp confirmed there was nothing out of the ordinary as part of this contract negotiation. Councilmember Barnett said she had no concerns with the proposed contract and was satisfied with the results. Motion by Councilmember Wesp seconded by Councilmember Skogquist, to adopt a resolution approving a collective bargaining agreement with LELS, Patrol Officers Unit, for the City of Anoka. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.4 ORD/Sale of Property; Outlot B Homestead of Anoka 2nd Addition; Corner of Grant/5th Avenue. (1st Reading) Community Development Director Doug Borglund shared a background report stating the City has been in discussion with The Homestead at Anoka, Inc., dba as Anoka Rehabilitation and Living Center, a Minnesota nonprofit corporation regarding property known as the 5th Avenue and Grant Street development site. The property is zoned Transit Oriented Development District. The subject property is made up of one (1) parcel equaling 2.51 acres in size. The buyer is approved by the City and planning to move forward with constructing an 80 units senior residential building on its existing Anoka senior housing campus. He shared more about the proposed project which the Council reviewed and approved the most recent option extension at its regular meeting on May 18, 2020 with several conditions. Councilmember Weaver spoke about the expansion of this campus and how good this will be for the City. Motion by Councilmember Weaver seconded by Councilmember Barnett, to hold first reading of an ordinance to convey real property to The Homestead of Anoka, dba as Anoka Rehabilitation and Living Center, a Minnesota nonprofit corporation. Mayor Rice spoke about the benefits of continuum of care and how this project will address that but said he had some concerns about parking and would like to see an overlay of the north lot to see how many parking spaces would result. Mr. Borglund confirmed parking would be evaluated in the next phase and would include temporary stalls and other uses on the campus but would monitor. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.5 ORD/Planned Unit Development – Novak-Fleck Development at Garfield/Zuni Street. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 7 of 14 (1st Reading) Councilmember Weaver stated he would be abstaining from discussion and vote on this item. City Planner Clark Palmer shared a background report stating Novak-Fleck Inc. has submitted an application for a Preliminary Plat, Planned Unit Development (PUD), and Site Plan Review to develop the Pinewski property located east of Shades of Green Landscaping at 3211 Zuni Street, south of the Anoka County Fair Grounds overflow parking area, west of Xkimo Street, and north of Garfield Street/Zuni Street/BNSF railroad. Approval of a PUD is done by ordinance which takes two readings and that second reading will take place at the next regular meeting in addition to taking action on the Preliminary Plat and Site Plan. The applicant is seeking to establish a single-family townhome community at the subject property including 28 detached villas. Each dwelling will have 1,600+ sq. ft. of living space, a 10’ x 12’ patio at the rear of the unit, and a 26’ x 26’ attached garage with asphalt driveway. All 28 homes will be one level (12 with full basement, 5 with crawlspace and 11 slab on grade). The sale price of the units will be approximately $350,000. Residents will own their home but a homeowners’ association will be responsible for maintaining the common areas including the driveways, irrigation system, trees and mailboxes. Homes will be marketed to buyers predominately over 55 years of age. The front elevations of the homes will be the same except for the mirroring of elevations depending on whether the garage is side-right or side-left; and homeowners will have a choice of earth-tone vinyl siding colors, roof colors to match, and brick or stone choices in the front elevations. For PUDs, the various zoning regulations and requirements (e.g. use, building setback, height, etc.) which may apply to the original zoning district may be considered as guidelines only and may be departed from in the approval of a planned unit development. He stated the Planning Commission reviewed the project and recommended approval with several conditions. Councilmember Skogquist inquired about zoning and proposed density and how many units per acre and confirmed we were not changing density. Mr. Palmer confirmed the project would have 3.4 units per acre and that the formula does not net out right-of-way. Mr. Borglund noted the formula only netted out right-of-way if there was wetland involved. Motion by Councilmember Wesp seconded by Mayor Rice, to hold first reading of an ordinance Rezoning to Planned Unit Development – Garfield Street/Zuni Street/Pinewski 4th Addition Detached Townhomes. Councilmember Barnett clarified Novack would pay all costs for infrastructure on Garfield Street then confirmed there were 23 lots with dimensions that would be October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 8 of 14 less than 10,000 square feet and if there were similar lots in the City. Mr. Palmer said most lots would be over the minimums and noted this was a unique development that had lots sizes ranging greatly throughout. Councilmember Skogquist shared frustrations on proposed product and felt it could be more and wanted higher quality as well as, alternating the colors mores, 30-foot setback and creating the buffer was good, Horst Graser, Novack-Fleck, Inc., shared about the difficulties with the site including the adjacent parking lot, the Shades of Green non-conforming use and to avoid industrial-type traffic using their site for cut through traffic, and how many of the homes would have a single resident. He said they applied for a PUD as there was no small lot-size zoning available. He said the proposed 1650 square feet would be for people who were downsizing and wanted one-level access with an attached garage. He said the proposed buyers do not want an apartment but have some level of service and noted the front elevations will be same but there will be owner choices on many items including colors and larger patios. He shared how they will need to remove overstory trees on the site then spoke about the middle of the site being 14 feet lower than the east side and the need for fill for proper stormwater management and that the quality of the trees in the center was not as good as it appeared due to dense and intergrowth. He noted if they had a compliant development of 18 lots the road pattern would not change, the Shades of Green and need for access would still exist as well as access to the Anoka County property and Pinewski Way. He said this project will be an asset to the community by attracting residents who are downsizing then spoke about other items that could be added to bylaws such as gardening. Mayor Rice spoke about the need for more variation between the homes but otherwise like the proposal. Councilmember Wesp spoke about the first development by the Pinewski family in 1984 on private property then thanked the applicant for listening to the Planning Commission and responding to their concerns. He agreed this was a challenging location with access to Highway 47 but said he was in favor of the housing and supported the proposed project as it would be a good addition to the community that will result in an increase to the tax rolls. Councilmember Skogquist spoke about the six-foot sidewalks versus five-foot sidewalks and maintenance as well as the future concrete walkway on the north side of Garfield Street and suggested a curb cut instead. Mr. Nelson said the sidewalk could be added as an additional condition to show the residents purchasing homes that it would be there then noted nothing would be included on the west side of Highway 47 at this time. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 9 of 14 Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, and Wesp voted in favor. Councilmember Weaver abstained. Motion carried. 9.6 ORD/Highway 10 Rum River Bridge and Corridor Project; Conveyance of Real Property and Easements to the State of Minnesota Department of Transportation. (1st Reading) City Engineer Ben Nelson shared a background report stating on November 16, 2020, Council adopted a resolution approving municipal consent and the layout (Layout No. 1A) with State of Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for the Highway 10 Rum River Bridge and Corridor Project (State Project 0215-76). Municipal consent was required for this project because it alters access (interchange, Gray Street closure), increases highway traffic capacity (interchange, auxiliary lanes), and requires acquisition of permanent right-of-way. Beginning in the spring of 2022, MnDOT will be reconstructing Highway 10 from 1,100 feet west of the Trunk Highway 47/169 Ferry Street interchange to just east of 7th Avenue. The project will include the replacing the Highway 10 bridge over the Rum River, transforming the Ferry Street interchange into a single point diamond interchange and the addition of auxiliary lanes between Ferry Street and 7th Avenue. He reviewed the benefits of this massive project and said based on the appraisals, the loss to the City for fair market value of the donation of this land to the State amounts to $5,720. The loss of fee real estate being donated amounts to $7,680, for a total donation value of $13,400. Councilmember Barnett confirmed the amount was what the City would be giving to the State. Mr. Nelson explained this was a donation of property then outlined other similar actions and said this was a typical practice, such as with the Ferry Street reconstruction. He noted the $13,000 land donation would result in a $64 million project and noted the City cannot pay for temporary easements. Mayor Rice spoke about the highest and best use of land and that since this is such a small lot the use of trailway was removed from the appraisal. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist seconded by Mayor Rice, to hold first reading of an ordinance for Highway 10 Rum River Bridge and Corridor Project; conveyance of real property and easements to the State of Minnesota Department of Transportation. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.7 RES/U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project; Approve Bids and Award a Construction Contract. RESOLUTION October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 10 of 14 Mr. Nelson shared a background report stating at the June 26, 2016 work session meeting, City Council provided unanimous consent for the City of Anoka to lead the U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project and committed $2 million towards the project. On July 19, 2021, City Council approved the cooperative agreement, plans and specifications, authorized the advertisement for bidding, and set the bid date of August 26, 2021 for the U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project. On August 30, 2021, concurrence from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) was provided for the low bid received authorizing the City to award the project after the cooperative agreement document is fully executed. On September 1, 2021 MnDOT State Aid approved and signed the cooperative agreement authorizing the city to award the construction contract. Councilmember Weaver thanked City Manager Lee for his extensive work on this concept that will result in a project that will be a legacy for years to come and said he was very proud of what has been accomplished. Motion by Councilmember Weaver seconded by Councilmember Wesp, to adopt a resolution U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project; approve bids and award a construction contract. Councilmember Wesp noted it was not Anoka residents causing the traffic problems but everyone else driving through the City. He said the traffic impacts will be frustrating for a couple years but would result in much better access and traffic once complete. Councilmember Skogquist said he was unfamiliar with the contractor and asked about their other projects. Mr. Nelson shared some of their projects in the area that range up to $15 million. Mr. Lee thanked Councilmember Weaver for his words but noted this project would have happened at some point and felt it was important to take the lead and have the project fit our community rather than waiting for MnDOT to take the lead. He noted this was a model now being used by MnDOT with other cities such as Ramsey. Mayor Rice said with ease comes safety and this process is how that best happens while benefitting Anoka as well as many communities throughout Minnesota. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.8 RES/Law Enforcement Training Center; Approve Bids and Award Contract for Build-Out (Shooting Range). RESOLUTION October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 11 of 14 Chief Peterson shared a background report stating on August 2, 2021, City Council approved the bidding documents, authorized the advertisement for bid and set the dated for the build-out of the Law Enforcement Training Center/Animal Containment. The build-out includes furnishing and installing the shooting range equipment at this facility. The City received a total of three bids ranging from $708,625.00 to $944,934.00 The complete bid tabulation was shared with Ranges Systems Inc. bid of $708,625.00 being successful. Range Systems is a locally owned business that completed gun ranges for law enforcement and military throughout the United States and the Police Department was aware of other local law enforcement ranges they have done and are pleased with their product. Councilmember Skogquist asked if other funds are donated will that reduce the bonding amount. Chief Peterson said some donations have been received for additions to the simulator in the amount of $87,000 but not for the build out. He said should that occur, they will work with the City Manager on how it could affect the bonding amount. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist seconded by Councilmember Barnett, to adopt a resolution for law enforcement training center approve bids and award contract for “build-out” (shooting range) to Range Systems, Inc., in the amount of $708,625.00. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. Mayor Rice stated law enforcement personnel from the City and others are looking forward to this project and that he was proud of the facility and the importance of training police and others. 9.9 RES/U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project; Granting of Final Permanent Easements for Parcels 5, 16, 17, 20, 21, 24, 25, 35, and 39 to Anoka County. RESOLUTION Mr. Nelson shared a background report stating at the June 26, 2016 work session, City Council provided unanimous consent for the City of Anoka to lead the Highway 10/169 at Fairoak Avenue project and committed $2 million towards the project. On May 21, 2018, the State Bonding Bill was presented to Governor Dayton and on May 30, 2018 he signed the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) Bonding Bill into law. Under Chapter 214, Article 3, Section 8 of the Minnesota Session Laws, there is an appropriation of $15,000,000 from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund to the commissioner of transportation for a grant to Anoka County for engineering, design, and local construction to support the U.S. Highway 10 improvements in the City of Anoka. On September 1, 2020, Anoka County entered into the Local Road Improvement October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 12 of 14 Program Grant Agreement with the State Minnesota Department of Transportation for right-of-way acquisitions. A requirement from Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) was that the City must grant a roadway purpose permanent easement to Anoka County during the acquisition process for all properties acquired with LRIP funds. The roadway purpose permanent easement is the instrument that assures proper use as a public road and ownership of the acquired parcels for the 37 ½ year term. On February 3, 2020, City Council made a motion to approve the Joint Power Agreement with Anoka County for Local Road Improvement Program Funds. This document satisfied the MMB to allow Anoka County to seek reimbursement of the $15 million LRIP funds and allowed the City to request these funds from Anoka County once the permanent easement is granted to the County. By the City granting the permanent easement to Anoka County, the County can seek reimbursement for the property acquisitions the City has purchased to date. Based on the JPA agreement with Anoka County, once the County receives the funds, the County will transfer the money to the City. The funds will be used to payback the Street Renewal Fund for the above property acquisitions. Mayor Rice clarified the easement would expire in 37.5 years. Councilmember Skogquist said some of this amount was from full acquisitions and others partial acquisitions and confirmed all funds were provided through funding and this process would pay back those funds. Motion by Councilmember Wesp seconded by Councilmember Weaver, to adopt a resolution U.S. Highway 10/169 Improvement Project; Granting of Final Permanent Easements for Parcels 5, 16, 17, 20, 21, 24, 25, 35, And 39 To Anoka County. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Barnett, Skogquist, Weaver and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. NEW BUSINESS 11.1 Policy on Requests for City Proclamations. Mr. Lee shared a background report stating the City receives many requests for proclamations. Currently we have no guidelines on what Proclamations are presented or the procedures for processing Proclamation and shared a proposed policy establishing the criteria and procedures. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 13 of 14 Councilmember Skogquist clarified non-profits organizations were included in the business category but suggested there be a non-profit category created that would include groups serving the City as well. Councilmember Barnett said she would support the policy and asked who would vet the requests if they were not in line with the City’s goals. Mr. Lee said staff would vet all requests and would involve Council if needed. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Barnett, to approve Policy on Requests for City Proclamations as amended to include non- profit organizations based in and serving Anoka. City Attorney Scott Baumgartner suggested the amended language include a resident, business owner, property owner or entity serving or benefiting Anoka as a whole. Councilmembers Skogquist and Barnett agreed to the friendly amendment. Vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried. 11.2 Consideration of Amended Policy; Remote Meeting Attendance Policy and Procedures for City Council, Boards, and Commissions. Mr. Palmer shared a background report stating at the August 23, 2021, City Council work session, the City Council considered an amendment to the City’s remote meeting policy. The revised policy will now apply to all boards and commissions. There were a few minor adjustments since the work session including members are allowed to attend remotely up to four times per year, members of boards/commissions shall contact the staff liaison to request to attend remotely, not the chairperson, and one member must be physically present at the meeting, not a quorum. Motion by Councilmember Weaver, seconded by Councilmember Barnett, to approve the amended policy; remote meeting attendance policy and procedures for City Council, Boards, and Commissions. Vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried. 12. UPDATES AND REPORTS 12.1 Tentative Agenda(s). The Council reviewed the tentative agendas of the upcoming Council meetings. 12.2 Staff and Council Input. October 4, 2021 (Regular) Page 14 of 14 Mr. Lee spoke about Green Haven Golf Course and the goal to maximize its use and develop a driving range and staff’s work to continue in that direction through review of acquisition of nearby properties which was going well. He noted if we wanted to maximize the clubhouse it could be suggested to have the range near the clubhouse so staff was meeting with an architect and possible developer to create a proposal and present to Council for consideration in December. Councilmember Skogquist shared an update on MMPA that included power price adjustments, especially during extreme events throughout the country, and a project in Rock County that will result in 45% renewable energy. He also spoke about renewable energy choices by customers and advancements in this field. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Wesp made a motion to adjourn the Regular Council meeting. Councilmember Weaver seconded the motion. Vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried. Time of adjournment: 9:42 p.m. Submitted by: Cathy Sorensen, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Approval Attestation: Amy T. Oehlers, City Clerk