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East Grand Forks, MN · August 20, 2024

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APPROVED MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024 – 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: The Council Meeting of the East Grand Forks City Council for Tuesday, August 20, 2024 was called to order by Council President Olstad at 5:00 P.M. CALL OF ROLL: On a Call of Roll the following members of the East Grand Forks City Council were present: Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Ben Pokrzywinski, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Staff Present: Karla Anderson, Finance Director; Jeff Boushee, Fire Chief; Nancy Ellis, City Planner; Steve Emery, City Engineer; Ron Galstad, City Attorney; Paul Gorte, Economic Development Director; Charlotte Helgeson, Library Director; Reid Huttunen, City Administrator; Jeremy King, Parks and Recreation Superintendent; and Jason Stordahl, Public Works Director. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: The Council President Determined a Quorum was present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: OPEN FORUM: Council President Olstad stated the open form was an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items not on the current agenda and items requiring Council action maybe deferred to staff or Boards and Commissions for research and future Council Agendas if appropriate. He asked if anyone would like to address the City Council, please come up to the podium to do so. No one came forward. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. Consider approving the minutes of the “Regular Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 6, 2024. 2. Consider approving the minute summary of the “Closed Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 6, 2024. 3. Consider approving the minute summary of the “Closed Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 6, 2024. 4. Consider approving the minutes of the “Special Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 13, 2024. City Council Meeting August 20, 2024 5. Consider approving the minutes of the “Work Session” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 13, 2024. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO APPROVE ITEMS ONE (1) THROUGH FIVE (5). Voting Aye: Vetter, Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. SCHEDULED BID LETTINGS: NONE. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE CONSENT AGENDA: Items under the “Consent Agenda” will be adopted with one motion; however, council members may request individual items to be pulled from the consent agenda for discussion and action if they choose. 6. Consider approving the Facility Use Agreement between the City of East Grand Forks and the Blue Line Club for use of the VFW Memorial Arena from September 9 through October 10, 2024 for a total rent of $14,725.00. 7. Consider approving the Facility Use Agreement between the City of East Grand Forks and the Northern Lights Figure Skating Club for the use of the VFW Memorial Arena from September 9 through October 12, 2024 for a total rent of $6,260.00. 8. Consider declaring the listed items as surplus and authorize them to be sold at a city auction. 9. Consider adopting Resolution No. 24-08-60 approving the summary of the City Administrator’s evaluation which states he consistently meets and/or often exceeds expectations with his job performance. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, TO APPROVE ITEMS SIX (6) THROUGH NINE (9). Voting Aye: Larson, Peterson, Vetter, Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, and Olstad. Voting Nay: None. ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: 10. Regular meeting minutes of the Water, Light, Power, and Building Commission for July 17, 2024. COMMUNICATIONS: NONE OLD BUSINESS: NONE 2|Page City Council Meeting August 20, 2024 NEW BUSINESS: 11. Consider adopting Resolution No. 24-08-61 approving the plans and specifications and ordering advertisement for bis for the 2024 City Project No. 1 for SCADA System Improvements and setting a bid date of September 10, 2024. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER VETTER, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION No. 24-08-61 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ON 2024 PROJECT No. 1, SCADA SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS. Voting Aye: Larson, Peterson, Vetter, Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, and Olstad. Voting Nay: None. 12. Consider adopting Resolution No. 24-08-62 approving the proposed fees for the 2024-2025 winter program fees. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER POKRZYWINSKI, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-08-62 APPROVING THE 2024-2025 WINTER RECREATION FEES. Voting Aye: Larson, Peterson, Vetter, Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, and Olstad. Voting Nay: None. CLAIMS: 13. Consider authorizing the City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer to issue payment of recommended bills and payroll. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER VETTER, TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR/CLERK-TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT OF RECOMMENDED BILLS AND PAYROLL. Voting Aye: Larson, Peterson, Vetter, Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, and Olstad. Voting Nay: None. COUNCIL/STAFF REPORTS: Mayor Gander said the Hot Valley Nights event was a great event, every year it got better, and thanked Jarrod Thomas and Justin LaRoque for what they did to put the event on. He also thanked staff for their part in making the event happen. He said the Greater Grand Forks community section would be coming out in the Grand Forks Herald, some articles were submitted, and the articles would give an update on what was going on in the community. Council Member Helms said things went well for Heritage weekend, he thanked Mayor Gander and Council member Larson for being hotdish judges, and thanked the Mayor for singing during their opening ceremony. He added on a personal note his grandson took second place in a RC Flying competition in Omaha over the weekend. 3|Page City Council Meeting August 20, 2024 Council Member Larson thanked on the EDA Board and Mr. Gorte for the work on selecting a new Executive Director and the new director would be introduced to the city council in the near future. Mr. Emery said all the street work for the quiet zone project by 3rd Street would be completed by next the next week, Hill Street should also be reopened by the end of next week, Zavorals had started on 1st Street NE for the LaFave Park project, and the sidewalk extension by the library had been completed. Mr. Gorte thanked Mr. Huttunen and Ms. Knudson for their help during the interview process. ADJOURN: A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, TO ADJOURN THE AUGUST 20, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING OF THE EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL AT 5:08 P.M. Voting Aye: Larson, Peterson, Vetter, Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, and Olstad. Voting Nay: None. _______________________________________________ Megan Nelson, City Clerk 4|Page

Agenda

AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024 – 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: CALL OF ROLL: DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: OPEN FORUM: “An opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items not on the current Agenda. Items requiring Council action maybe deferred to staff or Boards and Commissions for research and future Council Agendas if appropriate.” APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. Consider approving the minutes of the “Regular Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 6, 2024. 2. Consider approving the minute summary of the “Closed Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 6, 2024. 3. Consider approving the minute summary of the “Closed Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 6, 2024. 4. Consider approving the minutes of the “Special Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 13, 2024. 5. Consider approving the minutes of the “Work Session” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of August 13, 2024. SCHEDULED BID LETTINGS: NONE. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE CONSENT AGENDA: Items under the “Consent Agenda” will be adopted with one motion; however, council members may request individual items to be pulled from the consent agenda for discussion and action if they choose. 6. Consider approving the Facility Use Agreement between the City of East Grand Forks and the Blue Line Club for use of the VFW Memorial Arena from September 9 through October 10, 2024 for a total rent of $14,725.00. Individuals with disabilities, language barriers or other needs who plan to attend the meeting and will need special accommodations should contact Nancy Ellis, ADA Coordinator at (218)-773-2208. Please contact us at least 48 hours before the meeting to give our staff adequate time to make arrangements. Also, materials can be provided in alternative formats for people with disabilities or with limited English proficiency (LEP) by contacting the ADA Coordinator (218)-773-2208 five (5) days prior to the meeting. 1 7. Consider approving the Facility Use Agreement between the City of East Grand Forks and the Northern Lights Figure Skating Club for the use of the VFW Memorial Arena from September 9 through October 12, 2024 for a total rent of $6,260.00. 8. Consider declaring the listed items as surplus and authorize them to be sold at a city auction. 9. Consider adopting Resolution No. 24-08-60 approving the summary of the City Administrator’s evaluation which states he consistently meets and/or often exceeds expectations with his job performance. ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: 10. Regular meeting minutes of the Water, Light, Power, and Building Commission for July 17, 2024. COMMUNICATIONS: NONE OLD BUSINESS: NONE NEW BUSINESS: 11. Consider adopting Resolution No. 24-08-61 approving the plans and specifications and ordering advertisement for bis for the 2024 City Project No. 1 for SCADA System Improvements and setting a bid date of September 10, 2024. 12. Consider adopting Resolution No. 24-08-62 approving the proposed fees for the 2024-2025 winter program fees. CLAIMS: 13. Consider authorizing the City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer to issue payment of recommended bills and payroll. COUNCIL/STAFF REPORTS: ADJOURN: Upcoming Meetings Work Session – Tuesday, August 27, 2024 – Training Room – 5:00 PM Council Meeting – Tuesday, September 3, 2024 – Council Chambers – 5:00 PM Work Session – Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – Training Room – 5:00 PM Council Meeting – Tuesday, September 17, 2024 – Council Chambers – 5:00 PM Individuals with disabilities, language barriers or other needs who plan to attend the meeting and will need special accommodations should contact Nancy Ellis, ADA Coordinator at (218)-773-2208. Please contact us at least 48 hours before the meeting to give our staff adequate time to make arrangements. Also, materials can be provided in alternative formats for people with disabilities or with limited English proficiency (LEP) by contacting the ADA Coordinator (218)-773-2208 five (5) days prior to the meeting. 2 #1 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024 – 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: The Council Meeting of the East Grand Forks City Council for Tuesday, August 6, 2024 was called to order by Council President Olstad at 5:00 P.M. CALL OF ROLL: On a Call of Roll the following members of the East Grand Forks City Council were present: Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Staff Present: Karla Anderson, Finance Director; Jeff Boushee, Fire Chief; Steve Emery, City Engineer; Ron Galstad, City Attorney; Paul Gorte, Economic Development Director; Charlotte Helgeson, Library Director; Reid Huttunen, City Administrator; Jeremy King, Parks and Recreation Superintendent; Keith Mykleseth, Water and Light General Manager; Megan Nelson, City Clerk; and Jason Stordahl, Public Works Director. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: The Council President Determined a Quorum was present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: OPEN FORUM: Council President Olstad stated the open form was an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items not on the current agenda and items requiring Council action maybe deferred to staff or Boards and Commissions for research and future Council Agendas if appropriate. He asked if anyone would like to address the City Council, please come up to the podium to do so. No one came forward. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. Consider approving the minutes of the “Regular Meeting” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of July 16, 2024. 2. Consider approving the minutes of the “Work Session” for the East Grand Forks, Minnesota City Council of July 23, 2024. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, TO APPROVE ITEMS ONE (1) AND TWO (2). Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. 3 City Council Meeting August 6, 2024 SCHEDULED BID LETTINGS: NONE. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE CONSENT AGENDA: NONE Items under the “Consent Agenda” will be adopted with one motion; however, council members may request individual items to be pulled from the consent agenda for discussion and action if they choose. ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: 3. Regular meeting minutes of the Water, Light, Power, and Building Commission for July 3, 2024. COMMUNICATIONS: 4. The Primary Election will be on Tuesday, August 13th. All polling locations will be open from 7am to 8pm and this time voters from Wards 3, 4, and 5 should use Door 2 to enter the gym for voting. 5. The filing period for city council positions in Ward 1, Ward 3, Ward 5, At-Large, and Mayor is open until 5pm on Tuesday, August 13th and will be completed in the Administration Office at City Hall. The filing fee is $2. OLD BUSINESS: NONE NEW BUSINESS: 6. Consider approving the request to start the hiring process to fill a Truck Driver position in the Public Works Department. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO APPROVE THE REQUEST TO START THE HIRING PROCESS TO FILL A TRUCK DRIVER POSITION IN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. 7. Consider approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of East Grand Forks and the Independent School District No. 595 for Police Liaison Services through May 31, 2027. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER VETTER, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PETERSON, TO APPROVE THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS AND THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 595 FOR POLICE LIAISON SERVICES THROUGH MAY 31, 2027. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. 2|Page 4 City Council Meeting August 6, 2024 8. Consider approving the Special Event/Facility Use Agreement for the use of the City’s parking lot for the Hot Valley Nights event from August 14th through August 18th. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, TO APPROVE THE SPECIAL EVENT/FACILITY USE AGREEMENT FOR THE USE OF THE CITY’S PARKING LOT FOR THE HOT VALLEY NIGHTS EVENT FROM AUGUST 14TH THROUGH AUGUST 18TH. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. 9. Consider declaring bicycles as surplus property and approve the donation of 10 bicycles to the East Grand Forks Cross Country team and sell the remaining bicycles at an upcoming police auction. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO DECLARE BICYCLES AS SURPLUS PROPERTY AND APPROVE THE DONATION OF 10 BICYCLES TO THE EAST GRAND FORKS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM AND SELL THE REMAINING BICYCLES AT AN UPCOMING POLICE AUCTION. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. CLAIMS: 10. Consider authorizing the City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer to issue payment of recommended bills and payroll. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER VETTER, TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR/CLERK-TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT OF RECOMMENDED BILLS AND PAYROLL. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. COUNCIL/STAFF REPORTS: Mayor Gander congratulated the Fire Department on another successful Cats Incredible weekend and informed people that the Law Enforcement 5K would be held on Saturday in the downtown area, Heritage Days would be held over the upcoming weekend, and Hot Valley Nights was coming up on August 16th and 17th so there was plenty of things to do for people. Council Member Helms stated Heritage Days were going to be taking place starting with the breakfast on Saturday morning, reviewed the schedule of events for the weekend, and thanked the judges for participating in the hotdish competition. 3|Page 5 City Council Meeting August 6, 2024 Council Member Larson told the Council he had family in town over the weekend and they really enjoyed the new mural in the downtown area. He thanked Ms. Ellis and the Downtown Development Association for getting that project done. Mr. Huttunen told the Council he would be out on vacation until the following Monday, he would be working elections on Tuesday, and there would be interviews on Wednesday. Mr. Emery informed the Council the quiet zone project was progressing, the Central Avenue crossing would be opening soon, and the work for the 3rd street area should be completed before school started. He added the sidewalk project would be completed once the crosswalk was striped and the LaFave Park project would be starting soon with work on 1st Street, by mid-August they would be working on the parking lot, and by the end of August they would be working on the boat ramp. ADJOURN: A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO ADJOURN THE AUGUST 6, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING OF THE EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL AT 5:09 P.M. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. _______________________________________________ Megan Nelson, City Clerk 4|Page 6 #2 UNAPPROVED MINUTE SUMMARY OF THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024 – FOLLOWING THE COUNCIL MEETING CALL TO ORDER: The Closed Meeting of the East Grand Forks City Council for Tuesday, August 6, 2024 was called to order by Council President Olstad at 5:13 P.M. CALL OF ROLL: On a Call of Roll the following members of the East Grand Forks City Council were present: Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Staff Present: Ron Galstad, City Attorney; Reid Huttunen, City Administrator; and Megan Nelson, City Clerk. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: The Council President Determined a Quorum was present. 1. This meeting will be closed pursuant to the MN Statute 13D.05 Subd. 3(c)3 to develop or consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase or sale of real or personal property that is currently owned by the government entity for parcel 83.00813.00. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER VETTER, TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSION. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. Discussion followed in closed session. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO MOVE INTO OPEN SESSION. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. ADJOURN: 7 Closed Meeting Minute Summary August 6, 2024 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, TO ADJOURN THE AUGUST 6, 2024 CLOSED MEETING OF THE EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL AT 6:00 P.M. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. _______________________________________________ Megan Nelson, City Clerk 2|Page 8 #3 UNAPPROVED CLOSED MINUTE SUMMARY OF THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024 – FOLLOWING THE CLOSED MEETING CALL TO ORDER: The Closed Meeting of the East Grand Forks City Council for Tuesday, August 6, 2024 was called to order by Council President Olstad at 6:01 P.M. CALL OF ROLL: On a Call of Roll the following members of the East Grand Forks City Council were present: Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Staff Present: Reid Huttunen, City Administrator; and Megan Nelson, City Clerk. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: The Council President Determined a Quorum was present. 1. Job Evaluation of the City Administrator. The meeting will be closed pursuant to MN Statute 13D.05 Sub. 3(a). A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSION. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. Discussion followed in closed session. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO MOVE INTO OPEN SESSION. Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. ADJOURN: A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, TO ADJOURN THE AUGUST 6, 2024 CLOSED MEETING OF THE EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL AT 6:30 P.M. 9 Closed Meeting Minute Summary August 6, 2024 Voting Aye: Vetter, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Peterson. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Pokrzywinski. _______________________________________________ Megan Nelson, City Clerk 2|Page 10 #4 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2024 – 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: The Special Meeting of the East Grand Forks City Council for Tuesday, August 13, 2024 was called to order by Council President Olstad at 5:00 P.M. CALL OF ROLL: On a Call of Roll the following members of the East Grand Forks City Council were present: Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Ben Pokrzywinski, Dale Helms, and Brian Larson. Staff Present: Karla Anderson, Finance Director; Jeff Boushee, Fire Chief; Nancy Ellis, City Planner; Steve Emery, City Engineer; Ron Galstad, City Attorney; Paul Gorte, Economic Development Director; Michael Hedlund, Police Chief, Charlotte Helgeson, Library Director; Jeremy King, Parks and Recreation Superintendent; Megan Nelson, City Clerk; and Jason Stordahl, Public Works Director. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: The Council President Determined a Quorum was present. 1. Consider approving the Fireworks/Pyrotechnic Special Effects Permit Application for the fireworks display during the Hot Valley Nights event contingent upon the applicant meeting city requirements and the operator being certified by the State Fire Marshal. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RIOPELLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER VETTER, TO APPROVE THE FIREWORKS/PYROTECHNIC SPECIAL EFFECTS PERMIT APPLICATION FOR THE FIREWORKS DISPLAY DURING THE HOT VALLEY NIGHTS EVENT CONTINGENT UPON THE APPLICANT MEETING CITY REQUIREMENTS AND THE OPERATOR BEING CERTIFIED BY THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL. Ms. Nelson informed the Council the requirements were met and the insurance was received. Voting Aye: Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Vetter. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Peterson. ADJOURN: A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER LARSON, TO ADJOURN THE AUGUST 13, 2024 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL AT 5:01 P.M. 11 Special Meeting August 13, 2024 Voting Aye: Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Vetter. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Peterson. _______________________________________________ Megan Nelson, City Clerk 2|Page 12 #5 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2024 – FOLLOWING THE SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER: The Work Session of the East Grand Forks City Council for Tuesday, August 13, 2024 was called to order by Council President Olstad at 5:02 P.M. CALL OF ROLL: On a Call of Roll the following members of the East Grand Forks City Council were present: Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Ben Pokrzywinski, Dale Helms, and Brian Larson. Staff Present: Karla Anderson, Finance Director; Jeff Boushee, Fire Chief; Nancy Ellis, City Planner; Steve Emery, City Engineer; Ron Galstad, City Attorney; Paul Gorte, Economic Development Director; Michael Hedlund, Police Chief, Charlotte Helgeson, Library Director; Jeremy King, Parks and Recreation Superintendent; Megan Nelson, City Clerk; and Jason Stordahl, Public Works Director. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM: The Council President Determined a Quorum was present. 1. Update from Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities – Marty Seifert a. Mr. Seifert will be bringing handouts to the meeting. Mr. Seifert introduced himself to the Council, how he was the senior lobbyist for the Coalition that represented 106 rural cities, and he would be recapping the legislative session. He explained most things were completed in May, the bonding bill was not passed, and the hope is one will be approved during next year’s session. He reviewed how there was discussion on Uber, funding had been approved for emergency services because there was not enough funding coming from Medicare, the bonding bill needed approval from both parties, and how legislators like Representative Kiel would vote in favor of the bill when there were items for communities from her district. He added proposed mandates for zoning had been proposed, they fought against it along with the League, 40 groups were in favor of it, it was not a partisan issue, but it ended up staying as local control. He referred to the chart so show what legislation was started, how it progressed or was stopped, the lack of a bonding bill prevented water and wastewater infrastructure projects from moving forward, there was one time infrastructure funding for smaller towns, and they were trying for additional funding for the major corridors. He asked for questions. He reminded the Council the fall conference was coming up and it was during that conference they finalize the items they focus on during the following year which is direction given from the cities. Mayor Gander thanked Mr. Seifert for their help with the change to the LGA formula, it was now a permanent change, and thanked him for their great work. 13 Work Session August 13, 2024 2. Request to File Plans & Specifications for 2024 City Project 1 for SCADA System Improvements – Steve Emery Mr. Emery informed the Council he had been working with IPS on finalizing the plans for the SCADA system improvements. He thanked Mr. Dillon Nelson and Mr. Corey Thompson for their help during this process. He requested to file the plans and specifications and set the bid date for the project. There were no questions. This item will be referred to City Council Meeting for action. 3. Consider 2024-2025 Winter Recreation Fees – Jeremy King Mr. King told the Council a 15% increase had been planned for the 2024-2025 program fees for the winter season programs. He stated this would help with operational costs. He added they had received feedback from the clubs on the fees and to prevent participants from starting to join because of high fees, the fees would be higher for the more advanced programs. He said registration opened on August 22nd, the proposed fees were in align with other communities, and recommended to approve the proposed increases. There were no questions. This item will be referred to a City Council Meeting for action. OTHER: Ms. Renee Cardarelle reminded the Council about the grant that was received, she was working with Northland Community and Technical College on Dine and Dialogue events, and two events were coming up on September 7th and October 5th. She added it would be great to see them all there and the two goals they were working on was to help connect neighbors and how to make the community more welcoming. ADJOURN: A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HELMS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER POKRZYWINSKI, TO ADJOURN THE AUGUST 13, 2024 WORK SESSION OF THE EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL AT 5:18 P.M. Voting Aye: Pokrzywinski, Riopelle, Helms, Olstad, Larson, and Vetter. Voting Nay: None. Absent: Peterson. _______________________________________________ Megan Nelson, City Clerk 2|Page 14 AGENDA ITEM #_6 & 7_____ Request for Council Action Date: August 20, 2024 To: East Grand Forks City Council Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council members Clarence Vetter, Ben Pokrzywinski, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Cc: File From: Jeremy King, Parks & Recreation RE: Request to rent VFW Arena ice time to the EGF Blue Line Club and Northern Lights Figure Skating Club Background: Both the EGF Blue Line Club and the Northern Lights Figure Skating Club have requested to rent ice at the VFW Arena this fall. The proposed rental rate for the EGF Blue Line Club is $14,725.00, covering the period from Monday, September 9th, to Thursday, October 10th. This rate includes ice time from Monday through Saturday, not exceeding 7 hours per day, and up to 2 hours on Sundays. The Northern Lights Figure Skating Club's proposed rental rate is $6,260.00, covering Monday, September 9th, to Saturday, October 12th. This rate includes short ice time slots on Tuesday through Saturday and 9 hours on Sunday. These rental rates account for expenses related to building operation, utilities, and part-time staff needed for Zamboni operation and arena cleaning. Recommendation: Approve rental of the VFW Arena at $14,725.00 to the EGF Blue Line Club for the dates of September 9th through October 9th. Approve rental of the VFW Arena at $6,260.00 to the Northern Lights Figure Skating Club for the dates of September 9th through October 9th. Enclosure: VFW Arena Facility Use Agreement for both parties. -1- 15 #6 City of East Grand Forks Facility Use Agreement It is the City of East Grand Forks’ hereinafter “CITY” desire that all patrons who periodically use a CITY building, facility, park, room, arena, field, recreational area, shelter, or other City property are able to enjoy the “Facility”. This agreement has been set in place to achieve that goal. The person signing this agreement and the organization (herinafter the “User”) on whose behalf the “Agreement” is being made are responsible for compliance with this agreement. All Users’ are required to read and sign the City Use Agreement as part of the rental and before the Facility can be rented by the User. Please read carefully, fill out City, User, and Event sections, initial at the bottom of each page, and sign in the signature page at the end of this document. 1. CITY FACILITY INFORMATION Name of CITY Facility/Property: VFW Memorial Arena Address/Area/Location of Facility/Property): 711 3rd St SE, East Grand Forks, MN 56721 Room/Area of Use Rented: Ice sheet area and supporting dressing rooms The RENTAL FEE and consideration to be paid by the User shall be as follows: Rental Fee sum of $14,725.00 for the following dates. Facility: VFW Memorial Arena for the dates of September 9th to October 10th, 2024 - Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Friday from 5:15 to 10:00 p.m - Saturday daytime hours, not to exceed 7 hours of ice time; as needed for scheduled rentals/activities. - Sunday evening, not to exceed 2 hours of ice time; as needed for scheduled goalie practices. Special Conditions: Specific equipment/special conditions as designed by Parks & Recreation Department included in the rental agreement are as follows: Specific hours of operation can be amended, per the schedule of ice activities. (i.e. if there is no scheduled activity in the building, the arena operator will not be scheduled to work, and the building will be closed.) USER shall follow any Local, State, or Federal COVID-19 or other pandemic related restrictions, if any imposed at the time of the event and will enforce said conditions at the event. CITY reserves the right to cancel/postpone the rental as needed to comply with any Local, State, or Federal pandemic related restrictions. 2. USER INFORMATION Organization Name: East Grand Forks Blue Line Club Address, City, State, Zip: PO Box 125, East Grand Forks, MN 56721 Contact name/title: Mike Kolstue, Board President Email: egfbluelineclub@gmail.com 16 1|Page A. This agreement, made and entered into this _______ day of ________________ by and between the City of East Grand Forks Parks & Recreation Department, a municipal corporation, acting by and through its Superintendent of Parks & Recreation and the “User” _EGF Blue Line Club (list organization/renter), now, therefore, in consideration of the promises contained herein, do hereby agree as follows: B. The CITY agrees to provide the use of the above listed Facility or the following parts therein, described above in City Information. Renting said premises subject to the conditions, rules, regulations and policies that the CITY shall by Ordinance and Resolution establish for CITY property and facilities from time to time, which Ordinance and Resolution are mutually understood and agreed by the parties hereto be a part hereof. It is further mutually agreed that any attached conditions, rules, regulations and policies of the CITY are a part of this Rental agreement. C. User shall perform routine pick up after its use of the rented FACILITY, ensuring equipment is cleaned and returned to its beginning location; as well as area locker rooms, ensuring locker room and shower area floors are clear of any items and all equipment is properly stored. All garbage will be placed in the appropriate receptacles as determined by the CITY. If not cleaned to the sole satisfaction of the CITY, the User agrees to pay CITY the costs the City incurs for clean-up purposes. D. No alcoholic beverages shall be sold or permitted by User upon the premises. Unless authorized by City Council. E. Indemnification. The User shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City and its officials, employees and agents from any liabilities, judgments, losses, costs or charges (including attorneys' fees) incurred by the City or any of its officials, employees or agents as a result of any claim, demand, action or suit relating to any bodily injury or illness (including death), loss or property damage caused by, arising out of, related to or associated with the use of the Facility by the User or by the User's guests or invitees, except to the extent caused by the sole negligence, gross negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its officers, employees or agents. F. Waiver and Assumption of Risk. The User knows, understands and acknowledges the risks and hazards associated with using the Community Center and hereby assumes any and all risks and hazards associated therewith. User hereby irrevocably waives any and all claims against the City or any of its officials, employees or agents for any bodily injury (including death), loss or property damage incurred by the User as a result of using the Community Center and hereby irrevocably releases and discharges the City and any of its officials, employees or agents from any and all claims of liability. G. Insurance. The User is required to obtain liability insurance for the Agreement. If insurance is required, User agrees to obtain at least a minimum $1 Million General Liability coverage. The User agree to provide a certificate of insurance to the City showing the required coverage at least 17 2|Page seven (7) days prior to the Event and naming the City of East Grand Forks as an Additional Insured. H. User shall be solely responsible for the supervision and control of its volunteers and participants and it is strongly recommended by the CITY that if said volunteers are working directly with children that background checks be performed in accordance with “The Minnesota Child Protection Act (MN Stat. 299C)”. Any volunteers provided by the User are not “City Volunteers” and are acting on behalf of the User and ARE NOT acting on behalf of the CITY. I. CITY, its agents and employees shall have the right to enter the rented premise upon reasonable advance notice for the purpose of inspecting, repairing, altering or improving the rented premises, or for any other purpose. There shall be no diminution of rent and no liability on the part of CITY by reason of any inconvenience, annoyance or injury caused by CITY’s reasonable exercise of the rights reserved by CITY in this Article. J. DISCRIMINATION. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. K. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. L. User agrees to abide by all rules, regulations, and guidelines set in place by the State of Minnesota, County of Polk, and City of East Grand Forks in compliance and operation of event. M. User agrees to provide in writing to the Parks & Recreation Superintendent, a COVID Preparedness Plan, if required by the State of Minnesota prior to any use of Facility under this agreement, and agrees to comply with said COVID Preparedness Plan as written. N. User shall not assign this agreement, nor suffer any use of the said leased premises other than as herein specified, nor sublet the premises or any part thereof, without the prior consent of the City and its Parks & Recreation Superintendent. O. User is responsible for any lost keys, and any costs that the City might incur to replace and/or re- key the Facility. P. Priority of Use/Cancellation. The City shall have first priority for all governmental and department activities. The priority for all other users shall be on a first come, first served basis. The City reserves the right to cancel any Event or Agreement as it deems necessary. If the City cancels the event, the User shall be entitled to a full refund of any rent paid. 18 3|Page Q. Set Up, Clean Up , Misc. Equipment. Set up, Clean Up, Misc. Equipment use must be followed under the standards of use and care as described in the Special Conditions listed below or as described above by this agreement. R. Special conditions of this Agreement not hereinabove provided are as follows: _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto set their hands the day and year first above written. IMPORTANT – READ BEFORE SIGNING I am an authorized agent of the organization submitting this agreement. The information provided in this agreement is true and correct. I have read and understand this agreement and agree to all of the aforementioned rules, regulations, and conditions of use. Signature ________________________________________________________ Print name _Mike Kolstue______Title_Board Chair___________________ Organization _East Grand Forks Blue Line Club_____ Address _PO Box 125, East Grand Forks, MN 56721__ Telephone: Home/Mobile _____________________ Work__________________ CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS By: ______________________________ _________________ Its Mayor By: _______________________________________________ Its City Administrator 19 4|Page #7 City of East Grand Forks Facility Use Agreement It is the City of East Grand Forks’ hereinafter “CITY” desire that all patrons who periodically use a CITY building, facility, park, room, arena, field, recreational area, shelter, or other City property are able to enjoy the “Facility”. This agreement has been set in place to achieve that goal. The person signing this agreement and the organization (herinafter the “User”) on whose behalf the “Agreement” is being made are responsible for compliance with this agreement. All Users’ are required to read and sign the City Use Agreement as part of the rental and before the Facility can be rented by the User. Please read carefully, fill out City, User, and Event sections, initial at the bottom of each page, and sign in the signature page at the end of this document. 1. CITY FACILITY INFORMATION Name of CITY Facility/Property: VFW Memorial Arena Address/Area/Location of Facility/Property): 711 3rd St SE, East Grand Forks, MN 56721 Room/Area of Use Rented: Ice sheet area and supporting dressing rooms The RENTAL FEE and consideration to be paid by the User shall be as follows: Rental Fee sum of $6,260 for the following dates. Facility: VFW Memorial Arena for the dates of September 9th to October 12th, 2024 - Tuesday – 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. - Wednesday & Thursday – 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. - Friday – 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Saturday – 7:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. - Sunday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Special Conditions: Specific equipment/special conditions as designed by Parks & Recreation Department included in the rental agreement are as follows: Specific hours of operation can be amended, per the schedule of ice activities. (i.e. if there is no scheduled activity in the building, the arena operator will not be scheduled to work, and the building will be closed.) USER shall follow any Local, State, or Federal COVID-19 or other pandemic related restrictions, if any imposed at the time of the event and will enforce said conditions at the event. CITY reserves the right to cancel/postpone the rental as needed to comply with any Local, State, or Federal pandemic related restrictions. 2. USER INFORMATION Organization Name: Northern Lights Figure Skating Club Address, City, State, Zip: PO Box 132, East Grand Forks, MN 56721 Contact name/title: Deon Wawrzyniak, Board President Email: nlfscboard@gmail.com 20 1|Page A. This agreement, made and entered into this _______ day of ________________ by and between the City of East Grand Forks Parks & Recreation Department, a municipal corporation, acting by and through its Superintendent of Parks & Recreation and the “User” _Northern Lights Figure Skating Club (list organization/renter), now, therefore, in consideration of the promises contained herein, do hereby agree as follows: B. The CITY agrees to provide the use of the above listed Facility or the following parts therein, described above in City Information. Renting said premises subject to the conditions, rules, regulations and policies that the CITY shall by Ordinance and Resolution establish for CITY property and facilities from time to time, which Ordinance and Resolution are mutually understood and agreed by the parties hereto be a part hereof. It is further mutually agreed that any attached conditions, rules, regulations and policies of the CITY are a part of this Rental agreement. C. User shall perform routine pick up after its use of the rented FACILITY, ensuring equipment is cleaned and returned to its beginning location; as well as area locker rooms, ensuring locker room and shower area floors are clear of any items and all equipment is properly stored. All garbage will be placed in the appropriate receptacles as determined by the CITY. If not cleaned to the sole satisfaction of the CITY, the User agrees to pay CITY the costs the City incurs for clean-up purposes. D. No alcoholic beverages shall be sold or permitted by User upon the premises. Unless authorized by City Council. E. Indemnification. The User shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City and its officials, employees and agents from any liabilities, judgments, losses, costs or charges (including attorneys' fees) incurred by the City or any of its officials, employees or agents as a result of any claim, demand, action or suit relating to any bodily injury or illness (including death), loss or property damage caused by, arising out of, related to or associated with the use of the Facility by the User or by the User's guests or invitees, except to the extent caused by the sole negligence, gross negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its officers, employees or agents. F. Waiver and Assumption of Risk. The User knows, understands and acknowledges the risks and hazards associated with using the Community Center and hereby assumes any and all risks and hazards associated therewith. User hereby irrevocably waives any and all claims against the City or any of its officials, employees or agents for any bodily injury (including death), loss or property damage incurred by the User as a result of using the Community Center and hereby irrevocably releases and discharges the City and any of its officials, employees or agents from any and all claims of liability. G. Insurance. The User is required to obtain liability insurance for the Agreement. If insurance is required, User agrees to obtain at least a minimum $1 Million General Liability coverage. The 21 2|Page User agree to provide a certificate of insurance to the City showing the required coverage at least seven (7) days prior to the Event and naming the City of East Grand Forks as an Additional Insured. H. User shall be solely responsible for the supervision and control of its volunteers and participants and it is strongly recommended by the CITY that if said volunteers are working directly with children that background checks be performed in accordance with “The Minnesota Child Protection Act (MN Stat. 299C)”. Any volunteers provided by the User are not “City Volunteers” and are acting on behalf of the User and ARE NOT acting on behalf of the CITY. I. CITY, its agents and employees shall have the right to enter the rented premise upon reasonable advance notice for the purpose of inspecting, repairing, altering or improving the rented premises, or for any other purpose. There shall be no diminution of rent and no liability on the part of CITY by reason of any inconvenience, annoyance or injury caused by CITY’s reasonable exercise of the rights reserved by CITY in this Article. J. DISCRIMINATION. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. K. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. L. User agrees to abide by all rules, regulations, and guidelines set in place by the State of Minnesota, County of Polk, and City of East Grand Forks in compliance and operation of event. M. User agrees to provide in writing to the Parks & Recreation Superintendent, a COVID Preparedness Plan, if required by the State of Minnesota prior to any use of Facility under this agreement, and agrees to comply with said COVID Preparedness Plan as written. N. User shall not assign this agreement, nor suffer any use of the said leased premises other than as herein specified, nor sublet the premises or any part thereof, without the prior consent of the City and its Parks & Recreation Superintendent. O. User is responsible for any lost keys, and any costs that the City might incur to replace and/or re- key the Facility. P. Priority of Use/Cancellation. The City shall have first priority for all governmental and department activities. The priority for all other users shall be on a first come, first served basis. The City reserves the right to cancel any Event or Agreement as it deems necessary. If the City 22 3|Page cancels the event, the User shall be entitled to a full refund of any rent paid. Q. Set Up, Clean Up , Misc. Equipment. Set up, Clean Up, Misc. Equipment use must be followed under the standards of use and care as described in the Special Conditions listed below or as described above by this agreement. R. Special conditions of this Agreement not hereinabove provided are as follows: _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto set their hands the day and year first above written. IMPORTANT – READ BEFORE SIGNING I am an authorized agent of the organization submitting this agreement. The information provided in this agreement is true and correct. I have read and understand this agreement and agree to all of the aforementioned rules, regulations, and conditions of use. Signature ________________________________________________________ Print name _Deon Wawrzyniak______Title Board President___________________ Organization _Northern Lights Figure Skating Club_____ Address _PO Box 132, East Grand Forks, MN 56721__ Telephone: Home/Mobile ______701-739-0059________ Work__________________ CITY OF EAST GRAND FORKS By: ______________________________ _________________ Its Mayor By: _______________________________________________ Its City Administrator 23 4|Page AGENDA ITEM #_8______ Request for Council Action Date: August 20, 2024 To: East Grand Forks City Council Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council members Clarence Vetter, Ben Pokrzywinski, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Cc: File From: Jeremy King, Parks & Recreation RE: Request to declare surplus property Background: The following City-owned equipment is no longer functional or needed and could be declared surplus. The items below could be auctioned at the upcoming police auction. Asset ID Description VIN/Serial # 3371 2007 FORD E450 BUS 1FDXE45S17DB08272 303/86 1986 CHEVY 1/2 TON PICKUP (TAN) 1GCDC14N0GJ147282 308 1992 CHEVY 1 TON PICKUP W/FLATBED 1GBJC34K1NE169354 350 2012 ICE GUARD ICE EDGER 101 392 OLATHE SPLIT SEEDER (2PC) 8317656 / 931667 0411 Hild Hi-Speed Floor Polisher 0690 Vacuum 0691 Speedaire Air Compressor 0935 NUMATIC Floor Scrubber Pentair Water Commercial Pool Boiler C 14 258744 120 Stackable Banquet Chairs Budget Impact. Revenue from sales will be deposited into the General Fund. Recommendation: Declare surplus of the above-mentioned equipment. Enclosure: Pictures of surplus property. 24 25 26 27 28 29 #9 RESOLUTION NO. 24 - 08 – 60 Council Member _______, supported by Council Member _______, introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Reid Huttunen is the City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer for the City of East Grand Forks; and WHEREAS, Mr. Huttunen requested to have a closed meeting, pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D.05, Subd. 3(a), which was then scheduled for the evening of August 6, 2024 for his job performance evaluation; and WHEREAS, notice of the closed meeting was properly posted; and WHEREAS, the City Council and Mr. Huttunen met in the training room in a closed meeting to evaluate Mr. Huttunen’s job performance areas that included Operation, Planning, Budgets, Meeting, Financial Reports, Elections, Supervision, Employment, Personnel, Government Liaison, and goals set by the Council for the following year. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED the City Council of has found Mr. Huttunen consistently meets and/or often exceeds expectations in all these categories and has successfully carried out his duties as the City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer. Voting Aye: Voting Nay: Absent: The President declared the resolution passed. Passed: August 20, 2024 Attest: ___________________________________ ______________________________ City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer President of Council I hereby approve the foregoing resolution this 20th day of August, 2024. ______________________________ Mayor 30 #10 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Water, Light, Power and Building Commission of the City of East Grand Forks, Minnesota held on July 17, 2024, at 8:00 am in the City Council Chambers. Present: Grinde, Beauchamp, Quirk, Riopelle Absent: None Also present: Ron Galstad, Keith Mykleseth, Brian Johnson, Todd Grabanski, Steve Emery, Todd Forster, Brianna Feil, Jordan Midgarden, Corey Thompson, Karla Anderson, Austin Skjei, Svea Benefield It was moved by Commissioner Beauchamp supported by Commissioner Quirk to approve the minutes of the previous regular meeting held on July 3, 2024. Voting Aye: Grinde, Beauchamp, Quirk, Riopelle Voting Nay: None It was moved by Commissioner Beauchamp supported by Commissioner Quirk to authorize the Secretary to issue payment of the recommended bills and payroll in the amount of $1,535,496.69. Voting Aye: Grinde, Beauchamp, Quirk, Riopelle Voting Nay: None It was moved by Commissioner Quirk supported by Commissioner Beauchamp to approve the DSC to hang a banner at Sorlie Bridge from August 2-26, 2024 for the Downtown Street Fair to be held on August 23-24, 2024 as requested by Svea Benefield of the Downtown Development Association. Voting Aye: Grinde, Beauchamp, Quirk, Riopelle Voting Nay: None It was moved by Commissioner Quirk supported by Commissioner Beauchamp to approve the DSC to hang a banner as soon as possible across Demers Ave for the 2024 Cats Incredible Fishing Tournament to be held July 26-28, 2024 as requested by Austin Skjei of the EGF Fire Department. Voting Aye: Grinde, Beauchamp, Quirk, Riopelle Voting Nay: None It was moved by Commissioner Beauchamp supported by Commissioner Quirk to adjourn at 8:23 am to the next regular meeting on August 7, 2024, at 8:00 am to be held in the City Council Chambers. Voting Aye: Grinde, Beauchamp, Quirk, Riopelle Voting Nay: None Kristen Shipes Commission Secretary 31 AGENDA ITEM #__11________ Request for Council Action Date: August 8, 2024 To: East Grand Forks City Council Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, Ben Pokrzywinski and Karen Peterson Cc: File From: Steve Emery, P.E. RE: File Plans & Specifications – 2024 City Project No. 1 – SCADA System Improvements Background: We are requesting to file Plans and Specifications for the above referenced project and looking for authorization to proceed with Advertising for Bids and setting a Bid Date. This project is for SCADA System Improvements at the City’s Wastewater and Stormwater lift stations. Project Funding Wastewater and Stormwater Enterprise Funds Recommendation: Authorize Widseth to proceed with Advertising of the project. Set Bid Date for 10:00 A.M. on September 10, 2024 Enclosures: None 32 RESOLUTION NO. 24 – 08 - 61 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE 2024 CITY PROJECT NO. 1 – SCADA SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS Council Member _______, supported by Council Member _______, introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the City Council has directed the City Engineers to prepare plans and specifications for the improvement of 2024 City Project No. 1 SCADA System Improvements; and WHEREAS, the plans and specifications have been included for the Council to approve and file; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA: 1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, are hereby approved. 2. The City Engineer shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and in the Quest CND an advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement under such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be published 21 days, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that bids will be received by the Administration Office until 10am on September 10, 2024, at which time they will be publicly opened in the council chambers of the city hall by the city engineer, will then be tabulated, and will be considered by the Council at 5:00pm on September 17, 2024 in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Any bidder whose responsibility is questioned during consideration of the bid will be given an opportunity to address the council on the issue of responsibility. No bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the Administration Office and accompanied by a cash deposit, cashier’s check, bid bond or certified check payable to the City of East Grand Forks for five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid. Voting Aye: Voting Nay: Absent: The President declared the resolution passed. Passed: August 20, 2024 Attest: ______________________________ _______________________________________ City Administrator President of Council I hereby approve the foregoing resolution this 20th day of August, 2024. _____________________________________ Mayor 33 AGENDA ITEM #_12______ Request for Council Action Date: August 13, 2024 To: East Grand Forks City Council Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council members Clarence Vetter, Ben Pokrzywinski, Dale Helms, Brian Larson, and Karen Peterson. Cc: File From: Jeremy King, Parks & Recreation RE: 2024 – 2025 Winter Recreation Fees Background: In the 2024 Budget, we planned a 15% fee increase for our Figure Skating and Hockey programs. This increase is intended to help offset the operating costs of our winter recreation activities. Feedback from the Northern Lights Figure Skating Club and the Blue Line Club suggests that we may be approaching a point where fee rates could discourage some families from participating. With that feedback in mind, we've structured the fee increases to be larger at the advanced levels, while keeping entry-level activities affordable for younger participants. Also, the Parks and Recreation office offers scholarships to assist families who want to participate but may have difficulty covering the fees. Budget Impact: Hockey Registration Revenue 2023 Budget: $100,000 2023 Actual Income: $96,596.03 2024 Budget: $115,000 Figure Skating Registration Revenue: 2023 Budget: $39,000 2023 Actual Income: $36,287.06 2024 Budget: $45,000 Recommendation: Approve proposed fees as displayed on attached fee schedule. Enclosure: Figure Skating & Hockey Fee Schedule 34 RESOLUTION NO. 24 – 08 - 62 Council Member _______, supported by Council Member _______, introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, a 15% increase was planned for the 2024-2025 winter season fees for Park and Recreation programs; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the City Council Of East Grand Forks adopts the proposed fee schedule for the 2024-2025 winter season: 2023-2024 Registraion Fees Proposed 2024-2025 Fee Hockey Proposed Proposed Non- Non-Resident of 2024-2025 City Resident Activity Current Fee City Fee Fee Fee Termites $ 150 $ 190 $ 150.00 $ 190.00 Mites $ 250 $ 290 $ 250.00 $ 290.00 8U $ 250 $ 290 $ 250.00 $ 290.00 Squirts $ 400 $ 440 $ 500.00 $ 540.00 10U $ 400 $ 440 $ 500.00 $ 540.00 12U $ 625 $ 665 $ 750.00 $ 790.00 Peewee $ 625 $ 665 $ 750.00 $ 790.00 Bantams $ 685 $ 725 $ 850.00 $ 890.00 Hockey Clinic Squirt + $ 80 $ 85.00 $ - Hockey Clinic Mites $ 65 $ 70.00 $ - Learn to Skate & Synchronized Skating Proposed Proposed Non- Non-Resident of 2024-2025 City Resident Activity Current Fee City Fee Fee Fee Snowplow Sam $ 50 $ 90 $ 50.00 $ 90.00 Basic 1-6 $ 135 $ 175 $ 135.00 $ 175.00 Hockey 1-4 $ 135 $ 175 $ 135.00 $ 175.00 Freestyle $ 180 $ 220 $ 180.00 $ 220.00 Snow Plow Sam Synchro $ 65 $ 105 $ 165.00 $ 205.00 Aspire 1-4 $ 430 $ 470 $ 440.00 $ 480.00 Preliminary $ 475 $ 515 $ 575.00 $ 615.00 Pre-Juvenile $ 475 $ 515 $ 700.00 $ 740.00 Open Juvenile $ 475 $ 515 $ 750.00 $ 790.00 Private Ice $ 185 $ 225 $ 260.00 $ 300.00 Voting Aye: Voting Nay: Absent: 35 The President declared the resolution passed. Passed: August 20, 2024 Attest: ______________________________ _______________________________________ City Administrator President of Council I hereby approve the foregoing resolution this 20th day of August, 2024. _____________________________________ Mayor 36 #13 37 38

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