Utilities Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingBaxter, MN · August 4, 2022
Minutes
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES
Thursday, August 04, 2022 at 5:30 PM
Baxter City Hall, 13190 Memorywood Drive, Baxter, MN
“A Growing Community”
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Baxter Utilities Commission was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairman Rock Yliniemi.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Commissioner John Brenny, Jack Christofferson, Douglas Stenberg, and Chairman Rock
Yliniemi.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Council Liaison Mark Cross.
STAFF PRESENT: Public Works Director/City Engineer Trevor Walter, Assistant City Engineer Trevor Thompson, and
Administrative Assistant Mary Haugen.
OTHERS PRESENT: Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Bryan Drown and Derek Arens, SEH Consulting Engineer
Bryan Remer and Casey Zins, and WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Aric Welch.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve the Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2022
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to approve the Utilities
Commission Minutes of July 6, 2022. Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS ITEMS
2. Approve Four Leaf Holdings LLC Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter informed the commission the Social Security building
located at 8331 Brandon Road has a building permit in with a proposed expansion. The expansion
requires a review on stormwater to ensure they are meeting the 100-year design requirement.
This is the standard stormwater facilities maintenance agreement the City uses. The stormwater
agreement is a requirement of MCM 5 under section 20.3 of the 2020 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System Permit.
MOTION by Commissioner Brenny, seconded by Commissioner Christofferson to approve of the Four
Leaf Holdings LLC Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Approve the Menard, Inc. Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement for Lot 1, Block 1,
MENARD THIRD ADDITION and Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement Lot 1, Block 2,
MENARD THIRD ADDITION
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Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter informed the commission that Menard, Inc. has submitted
a land use application, plat, and several variances for the loading dock expansion and off-street parking
which has triggered the agreements. Menard, Inc. currently has no recorded Stormwater Facilities
Maintenance Agreements on file with the City.
This is the standard stormwater facilities maintenance agreement the City uses. The stormwater
agreement is a requirement of MCM 5 under section 20.3 of the 2020 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System (MS4) Permit.
For existing developments, city practice is to require a stormwater facilities maintenance agreement
anytime council approval is required such as a CUP, platting, variance request, or any zoning approvals
that effect stormwater quality for a property that does not currently have an agreement in place.
MOTION by Commissioner Brenny, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Menard, Inc.
Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement for Lot 1, Block 1, MENARD THIRD ADDITION and
Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement Lot 1, Block 2, MENARD THIRD ADDITION. Motion
carried unanimously.
4. Recommend Planning and Zoning Deny the Variance for Curb Cut, Loading Maneuvering, and loading
Screening; and to Approve the Plat, Conditional Use Permit, and Remaining Variances to allow a
Yard Expansion and Off-Site Parking Expansion, as Outlined in the “Summary of Staff’s
Recommendation” Section of this Staff Report
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter stated that Menards has submitted a Land Use Application
for an Architectural Review, Conditional Use Permit (CUP), Plat Application, and Variances. The
commission reviewed the applications that had been submitted. Mr. Walter and Assistant City
Engineer Thompson presented any concerns regarding streets, water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer
from the City’s standpoint. Mr. Thompson stated that Menard’s has stated the need for the expansion
is due to online orders.
Mr. Thompson gave a summary of staff’s recommendations which would be to deny the following
items for the Land Use Application and add the following conditions:
Deny variance for loading dock without screening, where a non-residential loading area is next
to residential property.
Deny variance for exceeding the 30-foot curb cut requirement for pavement access from a
public street.
o If this variance is accepted, then a condition to reconstruct the radii at Dellwood
Drive and Whispering Woods Lane to 30 feet needs to be included to allow for truck
traffic.
o If this variance is accepted, then a condition should be included to require Menards
to improve Whispering Woods Lane from Dellwood Drive to 250 feet east of
Mertens Drive to be constructed to a 10-ton design (City standard for all commercial
roads) and the urban section (curb and gutter) needs to be extended to 250 feet
east of Mertens Drive.
Deny variance to allow loading maneuvering in a public street.
Conditions prior to recording the plat:
o Dedicate easements over the regional ponds and install any storm sewer
improvements needed to convey water from existing regional ponds if relocated.
o Dedicate easements on the plat over all existing and proposed watermain.
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o Require a Development Agreement for the Municipal Improvements prior to the
plat being recorded or a building permit issued.
o Provide flashing lights and streetlights at the pedestrian crossing on Whispering
Woods Lane from the off-street parking lot.
o Dedicated a 30 foot x 30 foot site triangle on the plat at the intersection of Pearl
Drive and Whispering Woods Lane.
Conditions prior to issuing a building permit:
o Public Works Director/City Engineer shall review and approve Civil Drawings.
o Provide well sealing certificate from the Minnesota Department of Health for
sealing the well on the recently acquired residential property.
o If watermain extension is needed along Whispering Woods Lane, then the sanitary
sewer main shall be extended and the road reconstructed to a 10 ton road as far
east as the watermain is required.
o Eliminate grading that is currently shown in the Civil Drawings within the 30 foot
Conservation Easement along the east property line of Lot 1 ,Block 1 of the
MENARDS THIRD ADDITION Plat.
Mr. Walter noted that Community Development Director Doty had discussed the Menard, Inc.
application with the City Attorney. The City Attorney stated the City of Baxter has the right to choose
whether to approve or deny each of the submittals.
MOTION by Commissioner Christofferson, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to recommend Planning
& Zoning deny the variance for curb cut, loading maneuvering, and loading screening; and to approve
the plat, conditional use permits, and remaining variances to allow a yard expansion and off-site
parking expansion, as outlined in the “Summary of Staff’s Recommendation” section of this staff
report. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Accept the 2022 PASER Street Ratings
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Drown reviewed the 2022 PASER Street Ratings. This rating system
is done every three (3) years and ratings are based on a 1 to 10 scale with 10 being a newly paved
street.
The city wide PASER rating considering local and MSA streets shows the system holding steady at a
6.94 rating. As listed in the City Pavement Management Program, most cities strive to maintain their
streets at an average condition rating of 7 to 8.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to accept the 2022 PASER
Street Ratings. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project Update, City Improvement No. 4114
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2022 Foley Road, Isle
Drive and Forthun Road Improvements Project Monthly Update. There was no new information or
questions from the commission or the public.
7. Approve the RL Larson Excavating, Inc. Change Order No. 2 in the increased amount of $19,928.50
for the 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project, City Improvement
No. 4114
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Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Drown reviewed the RL Larson Excavating Change Order No. 2 in
the increased amount of $19,928.50 for the 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive and Forthun Road
Improvements Project.
Change Order No. 2 includes the following items:
Added business signage for Forthun Riad businesses.
Revies 11 water services from 1” diameter to 2” diameter.
Mr. Drown has no concerns with Change Order No. 2 and recommended approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Christofferson, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the RL
Larson Excavating Change Order No. 2 in the increased amount of $19,928.50 for the 2022 Foley Road,
Isle Drive and Forthun Road Improvements Project. Motion carried unanimously.
8. Approve the RL Larson Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the amount of $478,585.97 for
the 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project, City Improvement No.
4114
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Drown reviewed the RL Larson Excavating Partial Pay Estimate No.
2 in the amount of $478,585.97 for the 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive and Forthun Road Improvements
Project.
The Contractor has earned $1,097,620.06 to date which represents 31% of the contract value. In
accordance with the agreement, 5% of the amount earned is being retained and previous payments in
the amount of $619,034.09 have been made to the Contractor, which results in a payment of
$478,585.97.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny approve the RL Larson
Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the amount of $478,585.97 for the 2022 Foley Road, Isle
Drive, and Forthun Road Improvement Project, City Improvement No. 4114. Motion carried
unanimously.
9. 2022 Trunk Highway 210 & Inglewood Drive Railway Crossing Improvements Project Update - City
of Baxter - Municipal Project No.: 4121 BMI Project No. T42.120675
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2022 Trunk Highway 210
& Inglewood Drive Railway Crossing Improvements Project. Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Arens
gave a brief update on the project which included recent changes to the plans, addition of Addendum
No. 3 and a revised project schedule.
10. Adopt Resolution No. 2022- XXX Accepting the Bid from Anderson Brothers Construction Company
in the amount of $2,127,824.08
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter noted this information was just being presented to the
Utilities Commission for the first time as the bids were opened on Monday.
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Arens informed the commission that pursuant to authority of the
City Council and after proper legal advertisement, bids for the above referenced project were obtained
at 11:00 a.m. in the Baxter City Hall, Monday August 1, 2022.
The City received the following bids:
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Anderson Brothers Construction $2,127,824.08
J. R. Ferche, Inc. $2,256,151.80
Engineer’s Estimate $1,710,978.40
The apparent low bidder is Anderson Brothers Construction of Brainerd, MN. The apparent low bid is
approximately 24.4% higher than the engineer’s estimate with the highest bid 31.9% higher. Apparent
low bid prices have been utilized to update total project costs. Total project costs include construction,
5% contingencies, land acquisition, engineering, legal, financial, administrative, and permit fees.
Mr. Arens gave a breakdown of the project’s increased costs from the Feasibility Report from
September 2021 to the actual bids. Significant costs were noted in the BNSF signal crossing
construction, due to increased steel costs, recent market inflation markup and higher oil & gas prices.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter noted the contractor will do the majority of the bituminous
work next year, so costs were increased due to the unknown inflation in 2023. Commissioner Stenberg
inquired if the costs go down will the price be lowered. Mr. Walter stated the City would still pay the
costs in the contract unless the project was rebid.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to approve adopting
Resolution No. 2022- XXX Accepting the Bid from Anderson Brothers Construction Company in the
amount of $2,127,824.08. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Walter, for clarification purposes, noted that City costs have gone up approximately $200,000. Mr.
Arens reviewed the city, state and federal project costs.
11. Adopt Resolutions No. 2022-XXX for Ordering of the Assessment Hearing for the 2022 TH
210/Inglewood Drive Improvement Project, City Improvement No. 4121
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter noted this information was just being presented to the
Utilities Commission for the first time as the bids were opened on Monday.
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Arens gave a brief description of the project area. The assessment
hearing has been scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 1, 2022 in the Baxter City Hall in
the Council Chambers. Public notice of the hearing will be published in the Brainerd Dispatch and
mailed to the affected property owners. The hearing will be held after construction has started to to
the project timeline.
The total estimated cost of the improvements is $3,852,821. The portion of the cost to be paid by the
City is estimated to be $1,552,058 and the estimated portion of the cost to be assessed to benefitting
property owners is $149,965.75.
Public Works Director/City Engineer stated the city’s portion of the project has gone up $231,000 and
the assessments have gone up $27,000.00. The city is still $204,000 more than was anticipated in the
feasibility report.
Chairman Yliniemi stated this could be moved onto City Council, the commission is a recommending
body, for the final decision. Mr. Walter stated the project will come down to the assessment hearing
and what should be done in the best interest of the City. State and Federal agencies will need to
approve the increased project costs and until the agencies approve the increased costs the City cannot
act on the project.
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MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to approve adopting
Resolution No. 2022- XXX Ordering of the Assessment Hearing for the 2022 TH 210/Inglewood Drive
Improvement Project, City Improvement No. 4121. Motion carried unanimously.
12. Approve Bolton and Menk Fee Amendment No. 6 in the Not to Exceed Amount of $209,702 for the
2022 Trunk Highway 210/Inglewood Drive Improvements and 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and
Forthun Road Improvements Projects
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter noted this information was just being presented to the
Utilities Commission for the first time since it was not in their original packet.
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Arens stated the original entire amendment letter presented at
the July 8th meeting, was split into two per the City’s request. The additional items that weren’t time
sensitive and needed further documentation are addressed with Fee Amendment No. 6.
The total amendment amount that Bolton & Menk is seeking for Fee Amendment No. 6 is $209,702
for a total not to exceed contract amount of $1,126,552. Total budgeted amount for engineering and
construction observation services between both the Foley Road and T.H. 210/Inglewood Drive projects
is $1,228,570. This number is based on the City standard typical of 22% of the estimated total
construction costs which is $5,584,412. Therefore, with the entire amendment request, if fully granted,
project engineering and construction observation costs would still be 1.3% or $72,018 below budget.
Mr. Arens stated that Bolton & Menk is stilling using the original billing rates for the project. Mr. Walter
inquired on the total cost Bolton & Menk is absorbing, which needs to be summarized in the report for
City Council. City Administrator Chapulis had requested this information at an earlier meeting that was
held. Mr. Arens stated the $150,000 amount was not shown in the report at this time.
Mr. Walter stated that this information needs to be summarized showing cost to date and for the
future projections. Commissioner Christofferson stated that he did not feel comfortable acting on the
Fee Amendment since it was just received by the commission, and he expressed concern since the
requested information by Mr. Chapulis was not included.
MOTION by Commissioner Christofferson, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to table the Bolton and
Menk Fee Amendment No. 6 in the not to exceed amount of $209,702 for the 2022 TH 210/Inglewood
Drive Improvements and 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project until
the September 7th meeting.
Discussion:
The commission discussed what Bolton & Menk is absorbing on the project and the increased costs to
the City. The commission felt that as they had just received the information it was not enough time to
justify the costs.
Mr. Walter stated a special commission meeting could be held next week if Bolton & Menk could have
the requested information submitted to the City. Consensus of the commission was to hold a meeting
next week so this could move forward to City Council.
MOTION by Commissioner Christofferson, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to table the Bolton and
Menk Fee Amendment No. 6 in the not to exceed amount of $209,702 for the 2022 TH 210/Inglewood
Drive Improvements and 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project for
further information to the Special Utilities Commission Meeting on August 10th at 5:30 p.m.
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13. TH 210 Street Lighting Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the T.H. 210 Street Lighting
Improvements Project. There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
14. Approve the Holden Electric Co., Inc. Final Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $6,579.21 for the
TH 210 Street Lighting Improvements, S.P. 1805-83.
WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Welch reviewed Final Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $6,579.21 for
the T.H. 210 Street Lighting Improvements S.P. 1805-83.
The Contractor has earned $124,736.51 to date which represents 104.7% of the contract value. The
final payment includes the cost of unit price work completed during the last pay period and releases
all retainage. This results in a final payment of $6,579.21.
All punch list items have been completed and the Contractor has submitted all closeout
documentation.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to approve the Holden
Electric Co. Inc. Final Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $6,579.21 for the T.H. 210 Street Lighting
Improvements Project. Motion carried unanimously.
15. 2022 Street Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2022 Mill & Inlay and Full
Depth Reclamation Improvements Project. There was no new information or questions from the
commission or the public.
16. Approve the Anderson Brother Construction Change Order No. 3 in the increased amount of
$11,413.47 for the 2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project
WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Welch reviewed Change Order No. 3 in the increased amount of
$11,413.47 for the 2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project.
Change Order No. 3 includes the following items:
The impermeable synthetic liner in the Zip's Car Wash stormwater basins extends into the right-
of-way. During construction the liner was damaged towards the top of the liner system. To restore
basin function, an impermeable layer of clay was installed where the liner was damaged in lieu of
repairing the synthetic liner. The additional cost for the Zips Pond repair is $2,422.11.
This work is associated with placement and removal of landscaping rock in the boulevard area
adjacent to Jimmy Johns. The additional cost for the landscaping at Jimmy Johns is $5,140.73.
This work was required to replace broken gate valve box mid-sections. Replacement of the top
valve box sections were included in the plan, but replacement of the mid-sections is considered
additional work. The additional cost for the water valve mid-section replacement is $2000.00.
Glory Road was treated with calcium chloride to help with dust control until the roadway can be
finished this fall after the Gracewin construction is complete. The additional cost for dust control
is $1,850.63.
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Mr. Welch had no concerns with Change Order No. 3 and recommended approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Brenny, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Anderson
Brother Construction Company Change Order No. 3 in the increased amount of $11,413.47 for the
2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project. Motion carried unanimously.
17. Approve the Anderson Brother Construction Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of
$282,139.62 for the 2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project,
Municipal Project Number 4422
WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Welch reviewed Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of $282,139.62
for the 2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project.
The Contractor has earned $728,027.30 to date which represents 68.8% of the contract value. In
accordance with the agreement, 10% of the amount earned is being retained which results in a
payment of $282,139.62.
Mr. Welch has no concerns with Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 and recommended approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Brenny, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Anderson
Brother Construction Company Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of $282,139.62 for the 2022
Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project, Municipal Project Number 4422).
Motion carried unanimously.
18. Lift Station 16 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Lift Station No. 16
Reconstruction Project. There was no new information or questions from the commission or the
public.
19. Accept the Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc. bid in the amount of $139,500.00 for the Lift Station No. 16
Reconstruction Project and increase the project budget from $180,000.00 to $218,740.00.
WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Welch informed the commission that pursuant to authority of the City
Council and after proper legal advertisement, bids for the above referenced project were obtained at
11:00 a.m. in the Baxter City Hall on Monday, July 25, 2022
The City received the following bid:
Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc. $139,500.00
Engineer’s Estimate $105,100.00
There were several contractors that ordered plans and expressed interest in the project but only one
bid was submitted. The apparent low bidder is Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc., with a lump sum bid of
$139,500.00. This bid includes all work for the reconstruction of Lift Station No. 16, located on
Edgewood Drive near Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
The project is currently projected to come in $38,740.00 over budget. The equipment from Quality
Flow came in $4,340.00 over budget, and the bid came in $34,400.00 over budget. Engineering costs
are not anticipated to change at this time. The Contactor indicates pricing is approximately 35% higher
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than last year. This is in line with the $139,500.00 bid being 33% higher than the budgeted
amount/Engineer’s Estimate of $105,100.00.
Contractors are having a difficult time procuring equipment at this time based on concerns raised by
potential bidders. Based on these concerns, an Addendum was issued during bidding that extended
the completion date to the end of May 2023. Discussions with Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc. indicate
that an additional $5,000.00 was built into their bid to account for additional costs if the project was
not completed until next year. Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc. has indicated they will lower their lump
sum bid by $5,000.00 if they can procure the necessary equipment and complete the project this fall
which seems likely at this time.
Based on the current economic and bidding climate, it is unlikely the City would see better bids if the
project was re-bid. Staff has also raised the possibility of bidding the project with Lift Station 13 for
construction in 2023 anticipating there may be cost savings associated with economy of scale. Based
on discussions with Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc., bidding the two projects together will not result in a
significant cost savings. The City would also incur additional costs of approximately $2,500.00 to
$3,500.00 to re-bid the project.
MOTION by Commissioner Christofferson, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to accept the Tom’s
Backhoe Service, Inc. Bid in the Amount of $139,500.00 for the Lift Station No. 16 Reconstruction
Project and increase the project budget from $180,000.00 to $218,740.00. Motion carried
unanimously.
20. Approve Quiet Zone Assessment
SEH Consulting Engineer Remer reviewed the Quite Zone Assessment with the commission which
consisted of existing conditions, calculations, proposed improvements, and project costs. The City has
been working toward the goal of implementing the quiet zone for several years. The report was
prepared with input from City Staff that summarizes the actions taken to date and the necessary next
steps, including an associated cost opinion, to attain quiet zone designation on all railroad crossings in
Baxter by 2024.
The assessment reviewed the following at grade crossings:
Timberwood Drive.
Highland Scenic Road (County Road 48).
Knollwood Drive (MSAS 101).
Inglewood Drive (Propose).
Elder Drive (MSAS 118).
MN Trunk Highway 371.
Cypress Drive (MSAS 113).
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter stated the Timberwood Crossing was never thought of as
part of the Quiet Zone. Mr. Remer stated the trail crossing improvements at Timberwood Drive are
not required to meet the quiet zone requirements; however, are recommended to remain consistent
with the other trail crossings within the City limits.
Commissioner Brenny inquired if the City could lose the Quiet Zone status. Mr. Remer explained the
FRA (Federal Rail Authority) updates the quiet zone calculations and thresholds frequently; however,
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he could not guarantee crossings that meet the requirements today will continue to meet the
requirements long term.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to accept the Quiet Zone
Assessment. Motion carried unanimously.
21. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-XXX Relating to Parking Along Parkwood Drive
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter explained that the City of Baxter has received complaints
on the excessive parking along the grass and road on the east side of Parkwood Drive and Mountain
Ash Drive which is a result of the recreational programs held at Loren Thompson Park.
The City had previously constructed a parking lot that can be accessed from Mountain Ash
Drive/Parkwood Drive. The proposed resolution would prohibit parking on the east side of Parkwood
Drive.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Christofferson to adopt Resolution
No. 2022-XXX Relating to Parking Along Parkwood Drive. Motion carried unanimously.
22. Adopt Ordinance No. 2022-XXX Approving an Ordinance Amendment to the Right-of-Way
Management Ordinance
Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter explained that staff is looking to provide clarification to
the right-of-way management ordinance by adding content to address access onto right-of-way in
residential zones.
Staff has interpreted the current ordinance where corner lots may apply for a Conditional Use Permit
to allow for access to both streets if desired but non-corner lots are only allowed one access per parcel.
The proposed ordinance language would provide clarification, staff intends to review the entire right-
of-way ordinance this winter if time permits.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-
XXX approving an ordinance amendment to the right-of-way management ordinance. Motion carried
unanimously.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
23. 2021 Baxter Street Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2021 Mill & Inlay and
Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project. There was no new information or questions from the
commission or the public.
24. 2022 Micro Surfacing Project Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2022 Micro Surfacing
Improvements Project. There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
25. 2023 Commercial and Residential Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project Monthly Update
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Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2023 Commercial and
Residential Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project. There was no new information or questions
from the commission or the public.
26. 2023 Cypress Drive and Douglas Fir Drive Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2023 Cypress Drive and
Douglas Fir Drive Improvements Project. There was no new information or questions from the
commission or the public.
27. 2023 Knollwood Drive Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the 2023 Knollwood Drive
Improvements Project Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from the
commission or the public.
28. CSAH 48 Corridor Study Monthly Project Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the CSAH 48 Corridor Traffic
Study Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from the commission or the
public.
29. Eagle Drive Area Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Eagle Drive Area
Improvements Project Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from the
commission or the public.
30. Holiday Station Store Contamination Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Holiday Station
Contamination Assistance Project Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from
the commission or the public.
31. 2019 Inglewood Drive Drainage Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Inglewood Drive Drainage
Improvements Project Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from the
commission or the public.
32. Novotny Road and Edgewood Drive Traffic Impact Study Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Novotny Road and
Edgewood Drive Traffic Impact Study Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions
from the commission or the public.
33. Section 6 Area A1 Outlet Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Section 6 Area A1
Stormwater Outlet Design Project Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from
the commission or the public.
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34. Support with the Update and Revision of Title 8, Chapter 2 – Sewer Use and Service, of the Baxter
City Code Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Title 8, Chapter 2 - Sewer
Use and Service, of the Baxter City Code Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions
from the commission or the public.
35. Water Treatment Plant Improvements Project Monthly Update
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Water Treatment Plant
Improvements Monthly Update. There was no new information or questions from the commission or
the public.
36. Wellhead Protection Plan Informational Meeting
Chairman Yliniemi inquired if there were any questions or concerns with the Wellhead Protection Plan
Informational Meeting. There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
ADJOURN
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Brenny to adjourn the meeting at
7:50 p.m. Motion Unanimously approved.
Approved by: Respectfully submitted:
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Rock Yliniemi Mary Haugen
Chair Public Works Administrative Assistant
Agenda
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, August 04, 2022 at 5:30 PM
Baxter City Hall, 13190 Memorywood Drive, Baxter, MN
“A Growing Community”
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve the Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2022
BUSINESS ITEMS
2. Approve Four Leaf Holdings LLC Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement
3. Approve the Menard, Inc. Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement for Lot 1, Block 1, MENARD
THIRD ADDITION and Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement Lot 1, Block 2, MENARD THIRD
ADDITION
4. Recommend Planning and Zoning to Deny the Variance for Curb Cut, Loading Maneuvering, and
loading Screening; and to Approve the Plat, Conditional Use Permit, and Remaining Variances to
allow a Yard Expansion and Off-Site Parking Expansion, as Outlined in the “Summary of Staff’s
Recommendation” Section of this Staff Report
5. Accept the 2022 PASER Street Ratings
6. Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project Update, City Improvement No. 4114
7. Approve the RL Larson Excavating, Inc. Change Order No. 2 in the increased amount of $19,928.50
for the 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project, City Improvement No.
4114
8. Approve the RL Larson Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the amount of $478,585.97 for
the 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and Forthun Road Improvements Project, City Improvement No.
4114
9. 2022 Trunk Highway 210 & Inglewood Drive Railway Crossing Improvements Project Update - City of
Baxter - Municipal Project No.: 4121 BMI Project No. T42.120675
10. Adopt Resolution No. 2022- XXX Accepting the Bid from Anderson Brothers Construction Company in
the amount of $2,127,824.08
11. Adopt Resolutions No. 2022-XXX for Ordering of the Assessment Hearing for the 2022 TH
210/Inglewood Drive Improvement Project, City Improvement No. 4121
12. Approve Bolton and Menk Fee Amendment No. 6 in the Not to Exceed Amount of $209,702 for the
2022 Trunk Highway 210/Inglewood Drive Improvements and 2022 Foley Road, Isle Drive, and
Forthun Road Improvements Projects
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13. TH 210 Street Lighting Improvements Project Monthly Update
14. Approve the Holden Electric Co., Inc. Final Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $6,218.81 for the TH
210 Street Lighting Improvements, S.P. 1805-83.
15. 2022 Street Improvements Project Monthly Update
16. Approve the Anderson Brother Construction Change Order No. 3 in the increased amount of
$11,413.47 for the 2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project
17. Approve the Anderson Brother Construction Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of $282,139.62
for the 2022 Full Depth Reclamation & Reconstruction Improvements Project, Municipal Project
Number 4422
18. Lift Station 16 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
19. Accept the Tom’s Backhoe Service, Inc. bid in the amount of $139,500.00 for the Lift Station No. 16
Reconstruction Project and increase the project budget from $180,000.00 to $218,740.00.
20. Approve Quiet Zone Assessment
21. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-XXX Relating to Parking Along Parkwood Drive
22. Adopt Ordinance No. 2022-XXX Approving an Ordinance Amendment to the Right-of-Way
Management Ordinance
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
23. 2022 Micro Surfacing Project Update
24. 2021 Baxter Street Improvements Project Monthly Update
25. 2023 Commercial and Residential Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project Monthly Update
26. 2023 Cypress Drive and Douglas Fir Drive Improvements Project Monthly Update
27. 2023 Knollwood Drive Improvements Project Monthly Update
28. CSAH 48 Corridor Study Monthly Project Update
29. Eagle Drive Area Improvements Project Monthly Update
30. Holiday Station Store Contamination Project Monthly Update
31. 2019 Inglewood Drive Drainage Improvements Project Monthly Update
32. Novotny Road and Edgewood Drive Traffic Impact Study Monthly Update
33. Section 6 Area A1 Outlet Improvements Project Monthly Update
34. Support with the Update and Revision of Title 8, Chapter 2 – Sewer Use and Service, of the Baxter
City Code Monthly Update
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35. Water Treatment Plant Improvements Project Monthly Update
36. Wellhead Protection Plan Informational Meeting
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