Utilities Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingBaxter, MN · August 7, 2025
Minutes
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES
Thursday, August 07, 2025 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 Douglas Stenberg, Douglas Wolf, Chairman Rock Yliniemi and Council Liaison
Mark Cross.
Members Absent: Commissioners John Brenny and Jack Christofferson.
Staff Present: Public Works Director/City Engineer Trevor Walter, Assistant City Engineer Trevor Thompson and
Administrative Assistant Mary Haugen.
Other Present: Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Bryan Drown, SEH Consulting Engineers Neil Heinonen, Scott
Hedlund & SEH Water Operational Specialist Kevin Young, WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Aric Welch & Civil Engineer
in Training Avery Mulholland and Westwood Landscape Architect Jeff Westtendorf.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve the Utilities Commission Minutes from July 2, 2025
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to approve the Utilities
Commission minutes from July 2, 2025. Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS ITEMS
2. Accept the Project Timber Wolf Municipal Improvements as Outlined in the Development
Agreement
Assistant City Engineer Thompson informed the commission that the developer has completed the
Project Timberwolf Municipal Improvements in accordance with the Development Agreement and to
the City’s satisfaction. The contractor submitted a performance bond with the project which will be
converted to a warranty bond for the warranty period.
Mr. Thompson stated the developer has submitted asbuilts which are currently being reviewed by
engineering staff.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to accept the Project Timber
Wolf Municipal Improvements as Outlined in the Development Agreement. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Recommend Planning and Zoning Commission Approve the Les Schwab Tire Center Conditional Use
Permit with the Conditions listed in the Staff Recommendation
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2
Assistant City Engineer Thompson reviewed the Les Schwab Conditional Use Permit for automobile
repair use and amending the joint access and parking. The development will require the installation of
a gate valve and curb stop on the water line and the relocation of a hydrant. The gate valve and curb
stop will be installed on a stub into the lot from the access road, the hydrant will include adding a
fitting and extending the hydrant lead to move the hydrant to accommodate the site plan. There is an
existing sanitary sewer service that will be utilized.
The watermain stubbed into the lot extends beyond the easement, a new easement will be required
to place the gate valve, and the curb stop within the easement ensuring the City maintains the rights
to exercise the valves and access the valves. The hydrant relocation will place the hydrant in the corner
of the existing utility easement; a new easement will be required to accommodate the hydrant
relocation.
Staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the Conditional Use Permit with the
conditions listed below:
Provide a Watermain Easement around the water improvements prior to issuing a building
permit.
Enter into an Escrow Agreement prior to issuing a building permit.
Enter into a Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement prior to issuing a building permit.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to recommend Planning and
Zoning Commission approve the Les Schwab Tire Center Conditional Use Permit with the conditions
listed in the staff recommendation. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Approve Les Schwab Tire Center Escrow Agreement for Inspection Services and Asbuilts
Assistant City Engineer Thompson reviewed the Les Schwab Escrow Agreement for Inspection Services
and Asbuilts. The inspection services include inspecting the water main improvements, working with
the contractor on completing testing (bacteria and pressure), inspecting the sanitary sewer service,
inspecting the stormwater improvements, and completing a final walk thru of the project.
Asbuilts are required to show the storm sewer improvements, impervious surface calculations, water
main improvements (gate valve and curb stop), connection to sanitary sewer service.
Mr. Thompson noted that Hobby Lobby has existing stormwater underground chamber system that
Les Schwab will tie into. Public works Director/City Engineer Walter stated the stormwater flows to the
ditch on T.H. 371 and flows easterly.
Mr. Thompson had no concerns with the agreement and recommended approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to approve Les Schwab Tire
Center Escrow Agreement for Inspection Services and Asbuilts. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Approve Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement with Access Rights and Covenants for Les
Swab Tire Center
Assistant City Engineer Thompson reviewed the Les Schwab Stormwater Facilities Maintenance
Agreement with Access Rights and Covenants the City uses for all developments. The Stormwater
Facilities Maintenance Agreements is a requirement under Section 20.3 of the Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit.
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3
Mr. Thompson had no concerns with the agreement and recommended approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Les Schwab
Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement with Access Rights and Covenants. Motion carried
unanimously.
6. Accept 2025 PASER Ratings
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Drown reviewed the 2025 PASER Street Ratings. The 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 with an
overall slight decrease from 6.94 to 6.89 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 Wolf to accept the 2025 PASER Street
Ratings. Motion carried unanimously.
7. 2026 Clearwater Road, North Lynndale Area, & Brentwood Circle Street & Utility Improvements
Monthly Update
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen informed the commission that City Council tabled adopting
Resolution No. 2025-062 Ordering Improvements and Preparation of Plans for the 2026 Clearwater
Road, North Lynndale Area, & Brentwood Circle Street & Utility Improvements Project until the August
19th council meeting.
8. 2025 Water Supply Improvements - Wells 5 & 6 Monthly Update
SEH Consulting Engineer Young gave an update on the status of the well drilling. The wells are pumping
lower than the expected 700 gpm. Traut Wells will be onsite Friday, August 8th to jet the screens to see
if this will increase water production.
A discussion was held regarding flow and capacity. Chair Yliniemi updated Commission Wolf on the
steps that had been taken to eliminate any known problems that were learned when the wells were
first drilled back in 2007, such a testing for the correct screening on the wells, utilizing sonic bags etc.
Chair Yliniemi inquired on why the flows were combined and not even equivalent to what was
expected from one well. Especially after what the City had invested into the preliminary work. Mr.
Young said the preliminary work was still beneficial, noting the original location of one of the wells
would have likely been worse then what the City’s current situation is. Mr. Young said he is hopeful
the production will increase with the jetting but said it likely won’t get to the 700 gpm per well.
9. Approve Pratt’s Affordable Excavating Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of $231,262.66
for work completed on Contract B related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6,
Municipal Project No. 6011-45040
SEH Consulting Engineer Young reviewed the Pratt’s Affordable Excavating Inc. Partial Pay Estimate
No. 3 in the amount of $231,262.66 for the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6 Contract
B, Municipal Project No. 6011-45040.
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 4
The Contractor has earned $768,841.79 for electrical construction within the Water Plant and exterior
electrical improvements, installation of watermain piping, installation of meter vaults, and turf
restoration. The retainage is being held at 5% of the contract which results in a payment of
$231,262.66.
Mr. Heinonen has no concerns with Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 and recommends approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve Pratt’s Affordable
Excavating Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of $231,262.66 for work completed on
Contract B related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6, Municipal Project No. 6011-
45040. Motion carried unanimously.
10. Approve Traut Companies Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the amount of $186,223.75 for work
completed on Contract A related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6, Municipal
Project No. 6011-45040
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen reviewed the Traut Companies Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the
amount of $186,223.75 for the Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6. The payment includes well
construction items for Well 5 and for Well 6, in addition to development hours for each well.
The Contractor has earned $209,875.00 to date, which represents approximately 51% of the contract
value. Per the contract, the retainage is 5 percent which results in a payment of $186,223.75.
Mr. Heinonen has no concerns with Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 and recommends approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to approve the Traut
Companies Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the amount of $186,223.75 for work completed on Contract
A related to the Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6, Municipal Project No. 6011-45040. Motion
carried unanimously.
11. Approve Integrated Process Solutions, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 1 in the amount of $131,702.40
for work completed on Contract C related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6,
Municipal Project No. 6011-45040
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen reviewed the Integrated Process Solutions, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate
No. 1 in the amount of $131,702.40 for work completed on Contract C related to the 2025 Water
Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6, Municipal Project No. 6011-45040.
The payment includes payment for eighty-five percent (85%) of the contract amount per the payment
schedule in the contract documents. Mr. Heinonen has no concerns with Partial Pay Estimate No. 1
and recommends approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Integrated
Process Solutions, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 1 in the amount of $131,702.40 for work completed on
Contract C related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6, Municipal Project No. 6011-
45040. Motion carried unanimously.
12. 2025 Well 1 and Well 4 Pump and Motor Replacement Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 5
13. Accept the Well Nos. 1 and 4 Pump Replacement Project Summary Memorandum for the 2025 Well
1 and Well 4 Pump and Motor Replacement Project
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen informed the commission that the memorandum summarizes the
results of the 2025 Well Nos. 1 and 4 pump replacements. The report contains pumping results, well
field capacity summary and recommendations.
Mr. Heinonen has no concerns with the memorandum and recommends acceptance.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to accept the Well Nos. 1 and 4
Pump Replacement Project Summary Memorandum for the 2025 Well 1 and Well 4 Pump and Motor
Replacement Project. Motion carried unanimously.
14. Approve the Eaton Corporation Quote in the Amount of $22,860.00 for Replacement of Automatic
Transfer Switch (ATS) Controller ATC-900 related to the Water Treatment Plant Emergency
Generator
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen reviewed the Eaton Corporation Quote for the replacement of the
Automatic Transfer Switch Controller. The original water treatment facility was constructed and
commissioned in 2006/2007. At that time, an Eaton ATC-600 Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and
controller were installed to facilitate automatic transfer between utility power and generator power.
However, no upgrades or reprogramming of the existing ATS controller were performed during the
subsequent installation of a new generator in 2018.
On May 8, 2025, a site meeting was held with City of Baxter personnel, SEH Civil and Electrical staff,
Holden Electric, Ziegler CAT, and Eaton Electrical to assess these recurring issues. The consensus
among stakeholders was that the operational faults are directly attributable to limitations in the
programming and functional capacity of the Eaton ATC-600 controller. The controller executes power
transfers in an open transition (break-before-make) mode without synchronization, and the transition
timing is abrupt—failing to provide adequate time for controlled plant shutdown or startup. These
rapid transfers can cause electrical process loads to experience under-voltage or inrush events, which
result in faulted conditions, particularly during generator testing or actual outages.
The ATC-600 controller also lacks a Time-Delay Neutral (TDN) feature, which allows for a
programmable intermission between power source disconnection and reconnection. This delay is
critical for allowing full system de-energization and water treatment plant ramp-down prior to
electrical load re-engagement. Additionally, the ATC-600 does not support closed transition (make-
before-break) transfers, which require source phase synchronization and are common in mission-
critical infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted power during transfers.
Consultation with Eaton and Ziegler CAT confirmed that the ATC-600 controller is obsolete, no longer
supported, and not capable of upgrades to enable TDN or closed transition functionality. However, it
has been verified that the existing switchgear and breakers at the facility are compatible with newer
control systems that support advanced transfer modes.
Mr. Heinonen stated the recommended corrective action is to replace the legacy ATC-600 controller
with a current-generation model, such as the Eaton ATC-900. This modern controller provides
programmable time-delay functions, supports both open and closed transition modes, and includes in-
phase monitoring to facilitate smoother and safer power source transitions. Implementation of this
upgrade is expected to mitigate the VFD faults and operational disruptions observed during power
transfer events, including those occurring during monthly generator exercise cycles.
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 6
Quotes were solicited from two vendors for the supply and installation of the proposed ATC-900
controller. Eaton Corporation will perform the installation, programming, and testing of the new ATC-
900 Unit. This includes a full shutdown of the water treatment plant for the installation of the unit and
restarting the plant the same day. Testing will commence the next morning with representatives from
Eaton, Holden Electric, Ziegler CAT, SEH, and City staff ready to troubleshoot if issues were to arise
during testing.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Eaton
Corporation quote in the amount of $22,860.00 for replacement of the automatic transfer switch (ATS)
controller ATC-900 related to the Water Treatment Plant Emergency Generator. Motion carried
unanimously.
15. Fats Oils and Grease Program Update Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
16. Approve the SEH Fee Amendment No. 1 in the Not To Exceed Amount of $16,210.00 for Additional
Professional Services related to the Fats, Oils and Greases (FOG) Program Updates
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen stated SEH recently completed the comprehensive review and
preparation of recommended revisions and updates to the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) programs in
the Baxter City regulations, FOG Best Management Practices and FOG Design Manual. During the
course of the work, additional efforts were made to develop the program to define enforcement
practices and update the program.
Mr. Heinonen noted that additional work is necessary to finalize the documents. This fee amendment
represents additional hours for program updates and also includes scope to prepare a FOG Toolkit.
Assistant City Engineer Thompson state that these updates to the FOG program are critical in assisting
with the reduction of biosolids before it enters into the wastewater treatment plant.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to approve SEH Fee
Amendment No. 1 in the Not To Exceed Amount of $16,210.00 for Additional Professional Services
related to the Fats, Oils and Greases (FOG) Program Updates. Motion carried unanimously.
17. 2024 South Forestview Improvements Project Monthly Update
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen stated the contract has been working on the punch list items. River
Vista has some ditching concerns that are being addressed.
18. Approve SEH Fee Amendment No. 1 in the Not To Exceed Amount of $50,000.00 for Professional
Services during the Construction Phase related to the 2024 South Forestview Improvements Project,
Municipal Project No. 4138
SEH Consulting Engineer Heinonen informed the commission that the project is nearing completion,
but several punch-list and project closeout items still need to be resolved. The current engineering
work to date is approximately $12,000 over the original contract amount. Additional work and project
closeout tasks remain for the project; thus, additional engineering services are necessary.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to approve the SEH Fee
Amendment No. 1 in the Additional Amount of $50,000.00 for a Total Revised Not-to-Exceed Amount
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 7
of $850,000.00 for Professional Services during the Construction Phase related to the 2024 South
Forestview Improvements Project, Municipal Project No. 4138. Motion carried unanimously.
19. 2024 CSAH 77 Utility Improvements Project Monthly Update
Widseth Consulting Engineer Welch informed the commission that construction has been completed.
20. Approve Pratt’s Affordable Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $46,175.31
for the 2024 CSAH 77 Utility Improvements Project, Municipal Project 4118
Widseth Consulting Engineer Welch reviewed the Pratt’s Affordable Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay
Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $46,175.31 for the 2024 CSAH 77 Utility Improvements Project.
The payment is for payment is for work completed between March 25, 2025, and July 24, 2025. The
Contractor has earned $547,032.10 which represents 98.4% of the revised contract value. In
accordance with the contract documents, retainage is being withheld in the amount of 5% of the
current contract value or $27,785.50. The amount due this period is $46,175.31.
Mr. Welch has no concerns with Partial Pay Estimate No. 4 and recommends approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve Pratt’s Affordable
Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $46,175.31 for the 2024 CSAH 77 Utility
Improvements Project, Municipal Project 4118. Motion carried unanimously.
21. Accept the 20-Year Maintenance Plan (2026-2045) for Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Lift Stations
WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Welch reviewed the 20-Year Maintenance Plan Update (2026 – 2045)
for Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Lift Stations. The plan addresses the 24 sanitary sewer lift stations
and 2 stormwater lift stations, 3 portable generators and 1 stationary generator.
Mr. Welch stated the report will be used as a resource to provide direction and budgeting on future
project and maintenance activities.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to accept the 20-Year
Maintenance Plan (2026 – 2045) for Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Lift Stations. Motion carried
unanimously.
22. 2024 Mill & Overlay and Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
23. Approve the Knife River Corporation – North Central Change Order No. 7 to Extend the Final
Completion Date to November 14, 2025 for the 2024 Mill & Overlay and Full Depth Reclamation
Improvements Project, Municipal Project Number 4424
WiDSETH Consulting Engineer Welch reviewed the River Corporation – North Central Change Order
No. 7 to Extend the Final Completion Date to November 14, 2025 for the 2024 Mill & Overlay and Full
Depth Reclamation Improvements Project.
Change Order No. 7 includes the following items:
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Due to additional work items that have been requested to address ditching that is holding
water, staff is requesting to extend the final completion date to November 14th of 2025.
The additional items include ditch correction due to lack of infiltration and adding black dirt
to smooth out rough areas. By extending the final completion date, this allows the
contractor to finish the additional work. An estimated cost for the additional items has been
included in the projected project budget.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to approve the Knife River
Corporation – North Central Change Order No. 7 to Extend the Final Completion Date to November 14,
2025 for the 2024 Mill & Overlay and Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project, Municipal Project
Number 4424. Motion carried unanimously.
24. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Hinckley Road
Assistant City Engineer Thompson informed the commission that Hinckley Road from Berrywood Drive
to Douglas Fir Drive is a two-way street that has both commercial and multifamily residential
developments.
There have been issues with parking on the road, staff has worked with the sources of the on-street
parking and believe the issue is resolved. However, in order to be proactive, staff is recommending
adoption of the resolution on Hinckley Road and install signage if requested by the Police Chief or
Assistant Chief.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to adopt Resolution No. 2025-
XXX relating to No Parking on Hinckley Road from Berrywood Drive to Douglas Fir Drive. Motion carried
unanimously.
25. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Independence Road
Assistant City Engineer Thompson informed the commission that Timberwood Drive to the end of the
cul-de-sac is zoned Industrial Office. Independence Road is a two-way street that does not provide
adequate width for parking on both sides of the street.
There have been issues with on-street parking where the shoulder is lower than the paved shoulder
and turf establishment is an issue. Staff has worked with the sources of the on-street parking and
believe the issue is resolved. However, in order to be proactive, staff is recommending adoption of the
resolution on Timberwood Drive and install signage if requested by the Police Chief or Assistant Chief.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to adopt Resolution No. 2025-
XXX relating to No Parking on Independence Road from Timberwood Drive to the end of the cul-de-
sac. Motion carried unanimously.
26. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Janesville Road
Assistant City Engineer Thompson informed the commission that Janesville Road is a two-way street
that does not provide adequate width for parking on both sides of the street. Janesville Road was not
constructed to accommodate on street parking.
Signage was installed by the contractor with the construction of the road and paid for by the developer.
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MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to adopt Resolution No. 2025-
XXX relating to No Parking on Janesville Road from Timberwood Drive to the east end. Motion carried
unanimously.
27. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Timberwood Drive
Assistant City Engineer Thompson informed the commission that Timberwood Drive, located off of
Trunk Highway 210, serves Simonson Lumber, Brock White and the new Amazon Facility and is a two-
way street that does not provide adequate width for parking on both sides of the street. Timberwood
Drive was not constructed to accommodate on street parking.
Signage was installed by the contractor with the construction of the road and paid for by the developer.
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to adopt Resolution No. 2025-
XXX relating to No Parking on Timberwood Drive from Trunk Highway 210 to Janesville Road. Motion
carried unanimously.
28. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Ironwood Drive from Mapleton Road
(County Road 170) to the Cul-de-Sac
Assistant City Engineer Thompson informed the commission that Ironwood Drive, located off of
Mapleton Road (County Road 170), serves the new WonderTrek Children’s Museum. Ironwood Drive
is a two-way street that does not provide adequate width for parking on both sides of the street and
was not constructed to accommodate on street parking.
Mr. Thompson is recommending adoption of the resolution on Ironwood Drive and install signage if
requested by the Police Chief or Assistant Chief.
MOTION by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Stenberg to adopt Resolution No. 2025-
XXX relating to No Parking on Ironwood Drive from Mapleton Road (County Road 170) to the Cul-de-
Sac. Motion carried unanimously.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
29. 2022 Trunk Highway 210 & Inglewood Drive Railway Crossing Improvements Project Update -
Municipal Project No.: 4121
Commission Wolf inquired on the project status. Public Works Director/City Engineer Walter stated
the financials are currently being closed out.
30. 2023 Knollwood Drive Improvements Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
31. 2025 Commercial Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project Monthly Update, Municipal Project
4425
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
32. 2025 Design Road & TH 371 Stormwater Improvements Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes Page 10
33. 2025 Micro Surfacing Project Update
Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Drown informed the commission the rain has delayed the
contractor. Start date for the 2025 micro surfacing is scheduled to start on August 18th.
34. 2026 Mill & Overlay, Full Depth Reclamation and Reconstruction Improvements Project Monthly
Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
35. Eagle Drive Area Improvements Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
36. Evergreen Drive Improvements and Southeast Baxter Stormwater Overflow Improvements Project
Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
37. Holiday Station Store Contamination Monthly Project Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
38. Inglewood Drive to Garrett Lane Flood Overflow Control Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
39. Lift Station 13 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
40. Lift Station No. 15 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
41. Lift Station No. 17 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
42. Project Timber Wolf Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
43. Wastewater Treatment Plant Charges for June 2025
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
44. Whiskey Creek Planting Plans Project Monthly Update
There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
45. Whiskey Creek Pedestrian Bridge Inspection Project Monthly Update
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There was no new information or questions from the commission or the public.
OTHER BUSINESS
Chair Yliniemi welcomed Doug Wolf back to the Utilities Commission.
ADJOURN
MOTION by Commissioner Stenberg, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Motion
unanimously approved.
Approved by: Respectfully submitted:
_______________________ ___________________________
Rock Yliniemi Mary Haugen
Chair Administrative Assistant
Agenda
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, August 07, 2025 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 Minutes from July 2, 2025
BUSINESS ITEMS
2. Accept the Project Timber Wolf Municipal Improvements as Outlined in the Development Agreement
3. Recommend Planning and Zoning Commission Approve the Les Schwab Tire Center Conditional Use
Permit with the Conditions listed in the Staff Recommendation
4. Approve Les Schwab Tire Center Escrow Agreement for Inspection Services and Asbuilts
5. Approve Stormwater Facilities Maintenance Agreement with Access Rights and Covenants for Les
Swab Tire Center
6. Accept 2025 PASER Ratings
7. 2026 Clearwater Road, North Lynndale Area, & Brentwood Circle Street & Utility Improvements
Monthly Update
8. 2025 Water Supply Improvements - Wells 5 & 6 Monthly Update
9. Approve Pratt’s Affordable Excavating Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 3 in the amount of $231,262.66 for
work completed on Contract B related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6,
Municipal Project No. 6011-45040
10. Approve Traut Companies Partial Pay Estimate No. 2 in the amount of $186,223.75 for work
completed on Contract A related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6, Municipal
Project No. 6011-45040
11. Approve Integrated Process Solutions, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 1 in the amount of $131,702.40
for work completed on Contract C related to the 2025 Water Supply Improvements – Wells 5 & 6,
Municipal Project No. 6011-45040
12. 2025 Well 1 and Well 4 Pump and Motor Replacement Monthly Update
13. Accept the Well Nos. 1 and 4 Pump Replacement Project Summary Memorandum for the 2025 Well 1
and Well 4 Pump and Motor Replacement Project
14. Approve the Eaton Corporation Quote in the Amount of $22,860.00 for Replacement of Automatic
Transfer Switch (ATS) Controller ATC-900 related to the Water Treatment Plant Emergency Generator
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Agenda Page 2
15. Fats Oils and Grease Program Update Monthly Update
16. Approve the SEH Fee Amendment No. 1 in the Not To Exceed Amount of $16,210.00 for Additional
Professional Services related to the Fats, Oils and Greases (FOG) Program Updates
17. 2024 South Forestview Improvements Project Monthly Update
18. Approve SEH Fee Amendment No. 1 in the Not To Exceed Amount of $50,000.00 for Professional
Services during the Construction Phase related to the 2024 South Forestview Improvements Project,
Municipal Project No. 4138
19. 2024 CSAH 77 Utility Improvements Project Monthly Update
20. Approve Pratt’s Affordable Excavating, Inc. Partial Pay Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $46,175.31
for the 2024 CSAH 77 Utility Improvements Project, Municipal Project 4118
21. Approve the 20-Year Maintenance Plan (2026-2045) for Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Lift Stations
22. 2024 Mill & Overlay and Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project Monthly Update
23. Approve the Knife River Corporation – North Central Change Order No. 7 to Extend the Final
Completion Date for the 2024 Mill & Overlay and Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project,
Municipal Project Number 4424
24. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Hinckley Road
25. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Independence Road
26. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Janesville Road
27. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Timberwood Drive
28. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-XXX Relating to No Parking on Ironwood Drive from Mapleton Road
(County Road 170) to the Cul-de-Sac
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
29. 2022 Trunk Highway 210 & Inglewood Drive Railway Crossing Improvements Project Update -
Municipal Project No.: 4121
30. 2023 Knollwood Drive Improvements Project Monthly Update
31. 2025 Commercial Full Depth Reclamation Improvements Project Monthly Update, Municipal Project
4425
32. 2025 Design Road & TH 371 Stormwater Improvements Project Monthly Update
33. 2025 Micro Surfacing Project Update
34. 2026 Mill & Overlay, Full Depth Reclamation and Reconstruction Improvements Project Monthly
Update
8/7/2025 Utilities Commission Meeting Agenda Page 3
35. Eagle Drive Area Improvements Project Monthly Update
36. Evergreen Drive Improvements and Southeast Baxter Stormwater Overflow Improvements Project
Monthly Update
37. Holiday Station Store Contamination Monthly Project Update
38. Inglewood Drive to Garrett Lane Flood Overflow Control Monthly Update
39. Lift Station 13 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
40. Lift Station No. 15 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
41. Lift Station No. 17 Reconstruction Project Monthly Update
42. Project Timber Wolf Project Monthly Update
43. Wastewater Treatment Plant Charges for June 2025
44. Whiskey Creek Planting Plans Project Monthly Update
45. Whiskey Creek Pedestrian Bridge Inspection Project Monthly Update
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