Anoka City Council

October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 1 of 13 REGULAR MEETING OF THE ANOKA CITY COUNCIL ANOKA CITY HALL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 7, 2024 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rice called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. ROLL CALL Present at roll call: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp (participating remotely from 338 East Whitehorse Pike, Absecon New Jersey). Also present: City Manager Greg Lee; Public Works Director Mark Anderson; Assistant City Engineer Ben Nelson; Community Development Director Doug Borglund; City Assessor Ryan Kirby; Senior City Planner Clark Palmer; and Utility Director Del Vancura. Absent at roll call: None. 3. COUNCIL MINUTES 3.1 August 19, 2024, Budget Worksession. August 26, 2024, Budget and Regular Worksession. September 3, 2024, Special Worksession. September 16, 2024, Regular Meeting. Councilmember Skogquist said a correction was needed on the August 19 worksession minutes, Page 4, to state John Ward Park. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Scott, to approve the minutes of the August 19, 2024, Budget Worksession as corrected, August 26, 2024, Budget and Regular Worksession, September 3, 2024, Special Worksession, September 16, 2024, Regular Meeting as presented. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 4. OPEN FORUM 4.1 Police Activity Update. Police Chief Eric Peterson shared about the recent Vintage Fest event and Pumpkin Expo that both went well with no concerns. He shared that on October 6 October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 2 of 13 officers responded to a motorcycle accident on Green Haven Parkway where the driver unfortunately did not survive and that the accident was still under investigation. He spoke about the recent firearm certification class for youth to learn about safe handling of firearms that included hunting and other scenarios. Chief Peterson provided an update on golf cart/UTV permits and shared that currently the City has issued 58 permits, 32 for golf carts and 26 for UTVs, and have received very few complaints outside of two operating on the trail system with underage drivers which was against ordinance. He outlined the corrections made that included warnings, citations, and revocation then spoke about the signage and bollard installation at trail entrances as well and that staff will continue to monitor. He shared about the upcoming annual Anti-Crime Commission Fundraiser then shared the 2023/2024 Police Department Annual Review report. Councilmember Weaver said he was thrilled the gun range was being used by the public and asked if gun safety courses could be taken by adults. Chief Peterson said there is an adult version of the course online where after participants can join the in-person field day. Councilmember Scott spoke about grant-enhanced enforcement on 5th Avenue and with school starting asked about expectations, adding his appreciation for the department’s extra work in this area. Chief Peterson said he was not sure of the number of citations issued so far but stated they have completed the first quarter of the grant which focused on speeding and other unsafe acts and that the public will continue to see officers doing heavy enforcement at times. Assistant City Engineer Ben Nelson said staff was still working on funding for the signage as the other part of this grant that will include dynamic speed signs. OTHER INFORMATION UNDER OPEN FORUM Marlin Fillipi, 331 Dunham Drive, shared he was a resident of Anoka for 55 years then asked for an update on street plans for Highway 47 from McKinley to Wilson Avenue. He shared concerns regarding Wilson Avenue, waiting to turn east, how a truck passed him on the right but not the person behind him, and how they were almost rear-ended. Ben Nelson shared that as part of the proposed project in 2028 there will be a signal and cul-de-sacs on the east side and how the project has been funded and was currently in the process of being engineered. Mr. Fillipi spoke about the ugly jersey barriers used and asked if there were other barriers that could be used. Mr. Nelson stated jersey barriers are required to be left in place while the temporary signal was in place. October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 3 of 13 Chief Peterson said the department was aware of drivers passing on the right which causes accidents and said they looked forward to the re-design. City Manager Greg Lee spoke about the plan for community engagement that would include an open house and other ways to share the proposed reconstruction plan. Vickie Violet, Anoka Lions, thanked the Council and Chief Peterson for the golf cart permit ordinance then spoke about the Lions events and the funds they raise as part of Anoka Halloween. She shared about the tent party costs of $25,000- $27,000 then thanked the officers who work to de-escalate situations that do occur during any events. She shared they hold 11 events over nine days, eight of which benefit other groups and not Anoka Lions. She shared further about the different events that included Taste of Anoka with Discover Anoka and others. Ms. Violet shared the reason for this information was not about the cost but to show how they represent community spaces for all other organizations such as the All Class Reunion, Better Value Liquor tasting, and others and that the tent was a gift in kind of approximately $18,000. She shared how the Tasting Event has changed over time and that when managed only by Better Value Liquor there was a loss of $1,500 and how since they have partnered with them have managed the event better and in 2022 wrote a check for $3,831 and in 2023 over $4,000. She said the Lions have a huge impact just in Anoka in both giving and volunteering and thanked everyone for the partnerships. Councilmember Skogquist said it has been great to have the tent for the many different events and thanked the Lions for their work. Mayor Rice Lions shared a quote from former resident Jim Goodrich that said Lions do good things and thanked them for their work. Utility Director Del Vancura shared that MMUA received a request from Florida to organize and send 14 crews to assist with Hurricane Milton. He said 28 line personnel and 19 trucks were currently enroute then shared about storm surge estimates and impacts that could include 170 miles per hour wind. Councilmember Weaver spoke about how quickly mutual aid was used to respond when Anoka had a significant storm recently and said he can’t imagine how long this event cleanup will take. Mr. Vancura said they estimate a 2-3-week deployment. Resident at 326 4th Ave, Anoka (inaudible, did not sign in), shared about a nearby church and how the pastor places cones in front of his driveway to prevent attendees from parking in front of his home but how he recently painted areas in front of his driveway instead and how the pastor shared concerns about the paint. He said no one should be parking in 20-foot alleys anyway and requested the City address the concern. October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 4 of 13 Councilmember Weaver suggested staff work to address the concern such as posting no parking allowed on Franklin Lane. Mr. Nelson alleys are 20 feet and only for fire access and should not be parking allowed and are posted in many places. Jerry Boettcher, Coon Rapids, shared concerns about garbage being thrown in his father’s home then shared the address of the home. Bill Fouces, Coon Rapids, said he owned a business in Bridge Square and attended a workshop on September 23 to learn about the survey done by the Economic Development Commission and the results of the City survey because he felt we need to discuss the current parking ordinance. He said he asked in May because he’s heard from business owners on Main Street about parking concerns and shared their support for the ordinance going away. He shared how the ordinance refers to congested areas and outlined criteria but that staff has said no such measure exists and that tickets are being issued to people who aren’t aware they are in a congested area. Councilmember Skogquist said he supported opening parking more as parking has changed since the 1990s but noted many elements are involved including different businesses as well as the Anoka County Government Center employees and visitors, not to mention the proposed jail expansion. He said he agreed about the need to review however now may not be the time until we know about the proposed jail building. Chief Peterson said the Parking Advisory Board has reviewed permit parking and extending hourly parking and is prepared to bring forward their recommendations to Council in an upcoming meeting but they aren’t recommending changing at this time without other condition changes outside of permits and time zone changes. 5. PUBLIC HEARING(S) 5.1 Public Hearing – Assessment for Services Against Property with Delinquent Accounts. RES/Adopting Assessment for Services Against Property with Delinquent Accounts. RESOLUTION City Assessor Ryan Kirby shared a background report stating Anoka City ordinances and Statute allow 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 of Anoka October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 5 of 13 utility accounts that are delinquent as of August 1 and remain unpaid as of September 1, 2024 will be collected utilizing special assessments. An administrative fee ($35.00) plus interest (4%) will be charged. 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. Certification of the assessment for services will allow the City to collect for services it has provided. Deferment delays collection but provides for eventual collection with accrued interest. Mr. Varner shared as of today the list was down to 61 properties with unpaid bills and that after November 15 interest will accrue and be certified for collection on 2025 real estate taxes. Mayor Rice opened the public hearing at 7:59 p.m. Being no comments Mayor Rice closed the public hearing at 8:00 p.m. Councilmember Weaver asked how many delinquent utilities were apartment properties that can’t be assessed. Mr. Kirby explained the property owners of apartments are assessed but not the tenant, adding he is not sure if we have individual meters per unit, but if so, the notice is sent to them. Councilmember Weaver asked how many of these delinquent accounts are received by the City. Mr. Kirby confirmed the City receives all delinquent funds once assessed through property taxes in 2025. Councilmember Skogquist said we typically get the vast majority of delinquent funds prior to assessment which is beneficial to the City. Councilmember Weaver referred to the cold weather shut-off rule and how delinquent accounts just continue to accumulate. Mr. Vancura clarified the accounts keep compounding until paid off and at the end of the cold weather rule the City can shut off the property completely to stop the accumulation of charges. NOTE: By motion from Councilmember Weaver, which was seconded by Councilmember Skogquist, and by a unanimous vote of the Council, agenda item 9.1 was moved up on the agenda and acted upon at this point. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Scott, to adopt a resolution certifying the 2024 assessment for services against property with delinquent accounts. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 6. CONSENT AGENDA October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 6 of 13 Motion by Councilmember Weaver, seconded by Councilmember Scott, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, removing Item 6.4 due to a potential conflict of interest as the applicant was a client of Councilmember Weaver’s. 6.1 Approve Verified Bills. 6.2 Revising and Setting Council Calendars. 6.3 West Rum Riverwalk Trailway – Phase I; Approve Change Order Number 1. 6.4 Issuance of a Massage Business License for Unison Chiropractic Center, 2006 1st Avenue, Suite 209, Anoka. 6.5 Approval of a (1) Year Temporary Site License Agreement for New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, and its Affiliates. 6.6 Issuance of a Massage Therapist License for Jianyun Lin of Lin Health Care, LLC, dba; Better Life Wellness Massage and Reflexology, 3841 St. Francis Boulevard, Suite 102. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. Motion by Councilmember Scott, seconded by Councilmember Skogquist, to approve Issuance of a Massage Business License for Unison Chiropractic Center, 2006 1st Avenue, Suite 209, Anoka. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, and Wesp voted in favor. Councilmember Weaver abstained. 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 THE PUBLIC HEARING October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 7 of 13 9.2 RES/Anoka Rum River Trail 4th Avenue BNSF Railroad Crossing and Trail Connection Project; Order Project, Waive Public Improvement Hearing, Authorize Plans and Specifications, and Authorize Execution of Agreements with Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF). RESOLUTION Mr. Nelson shared a background report stating as pursuant to a resolution adopted by City Council on July 2, 2018, the City applied for the Metropolitan Council TAB Grant. On January 25, 2023, the Transportation Advisory Board of the Metropolitan Council awarded $556,000 to the City of Anoka for construction of the Anoka Rum River Regional Trail 4th Ave BNSF Railroad Crossing and Trail Connection Project, slated for program year 2025. The grant request was for $706,000 which included a City local commitment of 20 percent or $150,000. Today, there is no sidewalk or trail along the west side of 4th Avenue (CSAH 31) between Pierce Street (CSAH 30) and Johnson Street and just north of Pierce Street, there is an existing at-grade Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad Crossing (BNSF Crossing DOT# 082923X) with no pedestrian accommodations. This gap in the Rum River Regional trail creates unsafe conditions for pedestrian/bicyclists. The proposed improvements will help safely channel pedestrians/bicyclists along 4th Avenue (CSAH 31) and reduce pedestrian/bicyclists exposure while improving access and mobility, safely channelizing pedestrians/bicyclists across the BNSR railroad line. The proposed project is for the construction of a new multi-use 10-foot bituminous trail approximately 0.17 miles on the west side of 4th Avenue (CSAH 31) and the installation of pedestrian crossing gates at the at-grade railroad crossing. It shall be understood, due to BNSF Railroad Company as the owner and operator of this railroad line in the City, the railroad will require the City of Anoka to enter into agreements to permit the work, make payment and deposits for the work, construct the project, and for the right of entry onto the railroad’s property. As always, the work and conditions shall be agreeable between agencies and subject to the terms/conditions of the agreements. City Council shall be aware, 4th Avenue is a County State Aid Highway (CSAH) from Grant Street (CSAH 31) to East Main Street, and by the City delivering this project, a portion of CSAH 31 between Grant Street (CSAH 31) and Pierce Street (CSAH 30) shall be turned back to the City of Anoka. City staff have been in preliminary conversation with Anoka County Highway Department about this proposed turnback. It’s worth mentioning, this turnback is part of the Memorandum of Agreement (Anoka County Contract No. C0006402) approved by the Anoka City Council on May 21, 2018. The agreement was for the transfer of County property to the City of Anoka and at the time that Anoka County revokes the status of CSAH 31 on 4th Avenue or Grant Street, the County has a $110,000 credit for cost associated with roadway improvements. Further discussion on the proposed turnback of 4th Avenue will be on a future worksession and official approval of this item would require the City Council to adopt a resolution. The estimated total construction cost of the Anoka Rum River Regional Trail 4th Avenue BNSF Railroad Crossing October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 8 of 13 and Trail Connection Project is $748,360, which includes 6% for property acquisition (easements). Mr. Nelson shared the project schedule and recommended that City Council adopt the proposed resolution ordering the project, waive the public improvement hearing, authorize preparation of plans and specifications, authorize execution of agreements with BNSF Railroad Company, and acquisition of easements for the Anoka Rum River Regional Trail 4th Ave BNSF Railroad Crossing and Trail Connection Project. Councilmember Weaver noted this is part of the Anoka County Rum River Regional Trail project and that’s why they are participating in the project which is laid out now and coming up along the 4th Avenue bridge and crossing Pleasant then back over the un-signed crossing. He said this will be critical link to the entire regional trail and will be heavily used and that he looked forward to its completion. Councilmember Scott agreed, adding having to cross over uncontrolled streets is a safety issue and it will be important to have a path on this side of the street as it will improve livability of the residents. Councilmember Skogquist said this is a great project then shared a recent conversation with Anoka County Chair Mike Gamache regarding non-marked intersections and noted many don’t take the east side and how this is not a good scenario then spoke about possible turnback discussions between 4th Avenue and Grant Street. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Weaver, to adopt a resolution Anoka Rum River Trail 4th Avenue BNSF Railroad Crossing and Trail Connection Project; Order Project, Waive Public Improvement Hearing, Authorize Plans and Specifications, and Authorize Execution of Agreements with Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad Company. Mayor Rice said while this is an expensive project half is the railroad crossing and we know the need for safety and was pleased to see this happening. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.3 RES/2024 Street Renewal Project – Franklin Area Phase II; Approve Revised Assessment. RESOLUTION Mr. Nelson shared a background report stating on January 16, 2024, City Council held an assessment hearing and adopted a resolution approving the assessment roll for the 2024 Street Renewal Project - Franklin Area Phase II. Common with street renewal projects, staff may have to make an assumption for the locations of October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 9 of 13 existing service connections. During the development of the project, existing curb stops for the water services are surveyed and the sanitary sewer lines were televised. This information, along with the old construction plans and service tie cards, are used to best determine the location of the existing services. During construction, these services are verified and installed if part of the project. In the case a service is not found and replaced, this service will be removed from the assessment roll. Typically, these parcels are located on a corner lot or are double- fronted by two roads. Also, based on the Street Reconstruction Assessment Policy, to keep the fairness and equity to property owners when a service on the project has been replaced within the past 10 years and outlined the service unit assessments fees. The subject commercial property of 2321 Branch Avenue is located within the construction limits of the project and was included in the adopted assessment roll in anticipation the parcel had a commercial water service. As the project progressed, no existing water service was located and therefor the contractor did not install a new water service as part of the project. The property with PID 01-31-25-41-0138 will have the water unit assessment ($3,500.00) removed, given the service was not installed. The subject residential property with PID 01-31-25-41-0139 (2219 Branch Avenue) is located within the construction limits of the project or was included in the adopted assessment roll in anticipation the parcel did not have a new water service installed to the mains. As the services were installed, it was verified that the water Page 103 of 126 service was new to the mains. The property with PID 01-31-25-41-0139 will have the water service unit assessment ($1,750.00) removed, given the service was replaced within the past 5 years. The subject property with PID 01-31-25-43-0091 (215 West Main Street) is located within the construction limits of the project and was included in the adopted assessment roll in anticipation the parcel had a sanitary sewer service. As the project progressed, no existing sanitary sewer service was located and therefore the contractor did not install a new sanitary sewer service as part of the project. The property with PID 01-31-25- 43-0091 will have the sanitary sewer unit assessment ($1,610.00) removed, given the service was not installed. In addition to the above assessment adjustment, the ownership of some parcels located within the construction limits have changed. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Scott, to adopt a resolution adopting the 2024 Street Renewal Project – Franklin Area Phase II; Adopt a Revised Assessment Roll. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 9.4 RES/Supporting Pursuit FY2024 for the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Infrastructure Program Funding for Safety Improvements in the City of Anoka. RESOLUTION October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 10 of 13 Mr. Nelson shared a background report stating the Minnesota Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Infrastructure Program was established by the Minnesota Legislature in 2012 which started to enable children to walk and bicycle to school in a safe built environment and to encourage them to make active and healthy lifestyle choices from an early age. The SRTS Program also improves safety, reduces traffic, and improves air quality near schools. MnDOT Office of State Aid for Local Transportation (SALT) is responsible for the administration and oversight of the SRTS Program on local roads. For this 2024 SRTS infrastructure solicitation, grant requests must be between $50,000 and $1,000,000 and the intent is to award grants totaling up to $8.9 million. An excellent candidate for the SRTS Grant Program is the area around Wilson Elementary School. The recommended safety and mobility improvements at Wilson Elementary include the following: sidewalk extensions along Sunny Lane between the existing mid- block school crosswalk to Colfax Avenue; advance LED intelligent flashing pedestrian crossing signs along Sunny Lane and Colfax Avenue; and LED vehicle dynamic speed limit feedback signs along Sunny Lane and Colfax Avenue. City staff are currently working with the Anoka-Hennepin School District to review these recommendations and gather supporting information for the grant application. Students at this school will benefit through improved safety, walkability, access, mobility, and upgraded ADA pedestrian accommodations. The next steps in the process will be submitting the Letter of Intent (LOI) for the Safe Routes to School Program. Then the City of Anoka will submit a detailed application describing the specific improvements proposed to be implemented, which requires a resolution of support from the City of Anoka. The deadline for the letter of intent is Friday, October 18, 2024. The full application opens on Monday, November 4, 2024, with an application deadline of Friday, January 17, 2025. Successful grant application will be announced by April 30, 205 and, if successful, the city will be required to enter into a grant agreement with MnDOT to utilize the SRTS funds. Improvements could take place as early as the summer of 2025. Total estimated construction costs for all proposed improvements under the grant application is approximately $310,000. Most all of the construction cost is expected to be paid by the SRTS Grant and is expected to be a minor cost for the City. Councilmember Skogquist confirmed the project was in consultation with the school district, then shared how schools were cautious regarding drop-off areas which at Lincoln is the senior center lot, and a with sidewalk added in 2020. He referred to concerns with the crossings and how they drop off on the wide part of Sunny Lane on the south side and then run across and that he liked the addition as this will be easier for the crossing guards instead of cutting across side roads and driving fast. Councilmember Weaver said the close of Franklin School led to a shift to Lincoln with more kids in the schools and more parents driving with less busing so it is important to have these safe routes to schools. October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 11 of 13 Motion by Councilmember Scott, seconded by Councilmember Skogquist, to adopt a resolution supporting pursuit for FY Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Infrastructure Program Funding for Safety Improvements in the City of Anoka. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. NEW BUSINESS 11.1 Approval of City Mailer; Information Related to Solid Waste, Yard Waste, and Recycling Collection. Mr. Lee shared a background report stating on September 26, 2024, the City Council directed that a City-wide informational mailer pertaining to options related to Solid Waste, Yard Waste, and Recycling Collection be created and sent to the citizens of Anoka then presented a draft mailer to Council for their review and consideration of approval. Councilmember Skogquist referred to a typo regarding reference to service changes being down from nine to two trucks then suggested including adding information about finding your polling place through MNVotes.org. Councilmember Weaver said he did not support government-organized hauling but agreed to supporting reducing trucks through attrition. He shared he was a customer of Ace Solid Waste and will respect the vote outcome then shared that while Ace came up with a good price it doesn’t refer to how the City will be taking on billing for garbage service as an added cost. He noted there will be delinquent garbage accounts next year and referred to the costs for staff to manage those then shared concerns regarding public data requests and how utility customer data was private but garbage data would be public. Mr. Baumgartner shared the differences between public and private data, how redactions would be allowed, and how the City would err on garbage data being private unless directed differently by the Attorney General. Mayor Rice disagreed with the classification between public and private data. Mr. Baumgartner agreed there are nuances but that it depended on how the data was classified. Councilmember Scott said Ace Solid Waste was already licensed as a single hauler and that he was unsure of the differentiation between recycling and solid waste but noted the City already collects that data. October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 12 of 13 Councilmember Skogquist noted the flyer does include how that data is handled as well as efficiencies for single hauling as private because we can put it on the tax rolls. He said the flyer addresses efficiencies and how the $1 surcharge will go to the City to cover expenses which is not very much but that citizens will be voting on this question then said he liked the information regarding impacts between a yes and no vote. Councilmember Wesp said his concern is the mailer infers the residents are voting on a contract which they aren’t because the City is already in negotiation. He said this really is about government-organized hauling and overtaking private business and that we have to make a choice for ourselves. He said this is an intrusion that is being labeled as a utility but is not as it is actually a contract. He said Council could change their minds in the future and did not support the action. He said this is very one-sided and noted government doesn’t always do better, adding this is not a utility. Mayor Rice said cities with organized hauling live up to the mailer and said he wouldn’t be opposed to removing the specific company in the mailer as an option. He said he liked the process where we ask residents to weigh in on the final decision and said the City was not taking away from businesses but establishing an organized contract which would be a better choice and inevitable. Motion by Councilmember Wesp, seconded by Councilmember Weaver, to approve the mailer as presented. Mr. Baumgartner said the Council could approve the mailer subject to confirmation of data practices impacts. Mayor Rice said he didn’t anticipate a problem but if so, agreed the data could be redacted. Councilmember Scott noted garbage and recycling are alike according to his County tax statement. Councilmember Skogquist said he was comfortable with the City Attorney’s opinion regarding data practices. Motion by Councilmember Skogquist, seconded by Councilmember Scott, to adopt approval of City Mailer; Information Related to Solid Waste, Yard Waste, and Recycling Collection. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott and Skogquist voted in favor. Councilmembers Weaver and Wesp voted nay. Motion carried. 12. UPDATES AND REPORTS October 7, 2024 (Regular) Page 13 of 13 12.1 Tentative Agenda(s). The Council reviewed the tentative agendas of the upcoming Council meetings. 12.2 Staff and Council Input. Councilmember Weaver shared about the second annual Waterfowl for Warriors event at the Anoka Nature Preserve and said it will be a great day with great sponsors. Mr. Nelson shared an update on the Rum River dredging project which was now complete from Phase II, with Phase I in November, and that all material removed will be relocated. He said the silt curtain downstream is now gone and that boaters can freely navigate the river. Councilmember Skogquist asked more about dredging out to the channel. Mr. Nelson explained that would require a separate permit for dredging from the docking area for the length of the dock system. Councilmember Weaver said the channel runs fairly close to the back side of Aikin Park and that it would be easy to get to the channel. Mayor Rice cautioned boaters due to the low water and added he was amazed to see the number of buckets of sand removed from the area. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Scott made a motion to adjourn the Regular Council meeting Councilmember Skogquist seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote: Mayor Rice, Councilmembers Scott, Skogquist, Weaver, and Wesp voted in favor. Motion carried. Time of adjournment: 9:01 p.m. Submitted by: Cathy Sorensen, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Approval Attestation: Amy T. Oehlers, City Clerk