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Maple Grove, MN · January 3, 2022

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Maple Grove City Council meeting minutes January 3, 2022 Call to order Pursuant to call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Maple Grove City Council was held at 7:30 p.m. on January 3, 2022 at the Maple Grove Government Center/Public Safety Facility, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Members present were Mayor Mark Steffenson and Councilmembers Judy Hanson, Karen Jaeger, Phil Leith, and Kristy Barnett. Absent was none. Present also were Heidi Nelson, City Administrator; Joe Hogeboom, Community and Economic Development Director; Ken Ashfeld, Public Works Director/City Engineer; and Justin Templin, City Attorney. Mayor Steffenson called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Presentation Mayor Steffenson welcomed Maple Grove Boy Scout Troop of colors #584 as they presented the colors and led the city in the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation Ronur Murali Bhattar, Chief Priest representing the Hindu Temple, provided an opening message for the City Council. He commended the city on how they have managed the COVID-19 pandemic. He thanked city representatives for visiting the Temple during special events and prayed peace over the community. Comments by Mayor Steffenson stated 2021 was both a challenging and the Mayor and exciting year at the same time. He explained he was proud of the fact the city came through 2021 strong and that many new City Council developments were beginning in the community. He on the "State commented further on the developments that were occurring of the City" which included Upsher Smith and stated he was proud of the growth in Maple Grove. He stated the City Council has worked hard to keep taxes low during these difficult times. He was proud of the fact Maple Grove was one of the best places to live in the United States. He discussed how further expansion of the hospital would positively impact the community. He discussed the work that was needed on the Community Center in order to enhance this amenity for Maple Grove residents. Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page2 Councilmember Jaeger stated 2021 was a unique year. She indicated it was with her head bowed she reflected on what has been lost but noted she was also looking forward. She explained the city received additional funding which would allow for the completion of TH610. She thanked Mayor Steffenson for the hours he spent in Washington testifying and advocating for funding for this project. She noted 2021 brought more senior and affordable housing to Maple Grove. She discussed how the City Council had worked to keep spending down and taxes low for the residents of Maple Grove. She reported Maple Grove was a star city and she congratulated the city for winning first place during National Night Out. She thanked the police, fire, public works and park employees for all they do to keep this vibrant community a tremendous place to live, work and play. She thanked City Administrator Nelson and all of the directors for their efforts during the COVID-19 outbreak. She thanked all of the commission and board members for their service to the community. She wished everyone a prosperous and blessed year in 2022. Councilmember Leith thanked staff for their timely and professional responses to the residents of Maple Grove in 2021. He noted the past year brought many challenges while dealing with COVID-19 and he appreciated how the city worked to offer its usual services while helping local businesses that were suffering. He stated it was nice to see Maple Grove Days, National Night Out, Concert on the Lawn and the Angel of Hope Service held in 2021. He commended Upsher Smith on their expansion in the community. He reported he attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the North Metro Range expansion. He stated in looking ahead to 2022 he was proud of the fact TH610 would be completed. He discussed the projects that would be constructed in the coming year. He thanked the residents of Maple Grove for making this community what it is. He thanked the Mayor and Council for all of their efforts and noted he looked forward to working with each of them in 2022. Councilmember Hanson thanked the Mayor, her fellow Councilmembers and city staff for all of their leadership on behalf of the community over the past year. She stated even during COVID the city did a great job providing its services to the community. She explained she was proud of the fact the North Metro Regional Public Safety Training Facility would be expanding along with many businesses in the community. She Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 3 appreciated the fact that the city's website had been updated and made more user friendly. She discussed the long-time employee retirements that occurred in 2021. She discussed the plans that were being discussed to renovate the Community Center along with Main Street, which were both 25 years old. She noted there was new housing that was coming to the community, which included affordable housing units and senior housing units. She indicated there was a lot to look forward to in 2022. Councilmember Barnett discussed how Maple Grove was full of neighbors with purpose. She thanked these neighbors, churches and organizations for stepping up and helping the community during the pandemic. She discussed the numerous ways people gathered and helped their community in 2021. She thanked the community for holding over 187 parties for National Night Out. She appreciated how Maple Grove was a community that helped others, in order to make everyone feel included. She stated she was very proud to call Maple Grove her home. Additions or Mayor Steffenson asked if there were any additions and/or deletions to deletions to the consent agenda to which Heidi Nelson stated the following: the agenda Item amended to the agenda None Item amended to the consent agenda 30. Establish storm water utility fund Resolution No. 22-004 Item added to the agenda None Item removed from the consent agenda for discussion 3T. Project No. 22-07 receiving feasibility report and ordering project Resolution No. 22-023 Consent items The following consent items were presented for Council's approval: MINUTES Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page4 A. Work session meeting- December 20, 2022 Regular meeting- December 20, 2022 HUMAN RESOURCES ITEMS B. Recruitment approval for assistant building official Motion to authorize staff to begin the recruitment process for the newly created assistant building official position in the Building Inspections Department. C. Recruitment approval for executive assistant to the city administrator Motion to authorize staff to begin the recruitment process for the executive assistant to the city administrator position in the Administration Department. D. Recruitment approval for human resources technician Motion to authorize staff to begin the recruitment process for the newly created human resources technician position in the Human Resources Department. E. Recruitment approval for intermediate equipment operator and subsequent vacancy Motion to authorize staff to begin the recruitment process for the vacant intermediate equipment operator and subsequent vacancy in the Public Works Department due to the passing of Andrew Sandahl on December 19, 2021. F. Recruitment approval for light equipment operator Motion to authorize staff to begin the recruitment process for the newly created light equipment operator position in the Public Works Department. G. Recruitment approval for police officer Motion to authorize staff to begin the recruitment process for the newly created police officer position in the Police Department. Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 5 COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ITEMS H. Appointment to Arbor Committee Motion to approve the appointment of Jake Wanek to the Arbor Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2024. I. Crocus Grove Planned Unit Development concept stage plan, development stage plan, preliminary plat, rezoning and administrative lot division Motion to table the application at the request of the applicant. J. Designating 6290-7700 Lawndale Lane and 7700-9500 Dunkirk Lane as Maple Grove Parkway Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 22-01 approving designating 6200 through 7700 Lawndale Lane and 7700 through 9500 Dunkirk Lane as Maple Grove Parkway. Motion to adopt summary Ordinance No. 22-01 to reduce publication costs. K. Evanswood Hill and Radintz administrative lot division Motion to approve the requested administrative lot division of parcel PID No. 06-119-22-44- 0001. L. Non-profit funding allocation for the Lion's Club Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-009 authorizing disbursement of $60,000 of the city's charitable gambling funds to the Lion's Club for the purpose of reimbursement for losses associated with the 2021 Concert on the Lawn community festival. M. Tricare Senior Housing Planned Unit Development concept stage plan amendment Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22- 008 approving the Tricare Senior Housing PUD concept stage plan amendment. ENGINEERING ITEMS Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 6 N. Edgewater on Cook Lake, Project No. 18-23 - re- advertisement for bids Resolution No. 22-005 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-005 authorizing re- advertisement for bids for Edgewater on Cook Lake Project No. 18-23 in 2022. 0. Establish storm water utility fund Resolution No. 22-004 Motion to approve Resolution No. 22-004 establishing a Storm Water Utility Fund. P. Evanswood - establish project, order and receive feasibility report, establish public hearing Resolution No. 22-006 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-006 establishing Evanswood Project No. 21-10, receiving surety, ordering feasibility report, receiving feasibility report and establishing public hearing. Q. Project No. 2021-02 - Final Acceptance Motion to approve the final acceptance of Wintergreen, Woodland Ponds & Energy Hills Street Reconstruction, Project No. 2021-02 completed by GMH Asphalt Corporation subject to the warranty provisions of the contract and statutory law. R. Project No. 22-05 receiving feasibility report and ordering project Resolution No. 22-021 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-021 receiving the feasibility report, ordering Project No. 22-05 Rosemary Woods Water Quality Pond Maintenance, receiving quotes and awarding contract. S. Project No. 22-06 receiving feasibility report and ordering project Resolution No. 22-022 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-022 accepting the feasibility report, ordering Project No. 22-06 Deerfield Park Water Quality Pond Maintenance, receiving quotes, and awarding contract. T. Project No. 22-07 receiving feasibility report and ordering project Resolution No. 22-023 Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 7 This item was removed by Mayor Steffenson for discussion. U. Sureties Motion to approve the surety actions as identified within the staff report. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS V. Appointments to various organizations and positions Motion to appoint representatives as shown below to the following organizations and positions: 1. League of Minnesota Cities Delegate - Mayor Steffenson Alternate - Heidi Nelson 2. Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Representatives - Councilmember Phil Leith and Al Madsen 3. Northwest Community Television Board of Directors Representatives - Councilmember Phil Leith and Al Madsen 4. Maple Grove Tree Inspector Joe Bennett, Street Supervisor 5. Maple Grove Weed Inspector Mayor Steffenson 6. Maple Grove Assistant Weed Inspector Joe Bennett, Street Supervisor 7. Suburban Transit Association Delegate - Mike Opatz Alternate - Councilmember Kristy Barnett 8. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission Commissioner - Maple Grove Resident Joe Trainor Alternate Dan Riggs Technical Advisor - Public Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page8 Works Director/City Engineer Ken Ashfeld and Water Resources Engineer Derek Asche 9. Municipal Legislative Commission Delegate- Mayor Steffenson Delegate - City Administrator Heidi Nelson 10. Maple Grove Tourism Delegate - Economic Development Manager Brett Angell (interim pending regular board appointment) Alternate CED Director Joe Hogeboom (interim pending regular board appointment) 11. West Mississippi and Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission Commissioner Councilmember Karen Jaeger Alternate Commissioner Terry Muller Technical Advisor- Ken Ashfeld and Derek Asche 12. Maple Grove Firefighters Relief Association Representatives - Mayor Steffenson and Finance Director Greg Sticha 13. Policy Advisory Committee for Dayton River Crossing Study Representative - Councilmember Judy Hanson 14. Bottineau Light Rail Transit Corridor Management Committee Representatives - Mayor Steffenson and Transit Administrator Mike Opatz 15. Center for Innovation and the Arts (CITA) Representatives Councilmember Kristy Barnett and Superintendent of Recreation Aimee Peterson W. Appointment of city attorney and prosecuting attorney Motion to appoint Mr. Justin Templin, of the firm Hoff Barry P.A. as city attorney effective January 1, 2022. Motion to appoint Mr. Steven Tallen, of the firm Tallen and Baertschi, as city prosecuting attorney effective January 1, 2022. With prosecution services transitioning to in-house midyear in Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 9 2022, Tallen & Baertschi will remain prosecuting attorneys until at least May 31, 2022, with an extension of service available if needed. X. City Council liaison appointments Motion to appoint Councilmembers to the positions below: 1. Liaison to Planning Commission - Councilmember Jaeger 2. Liaison to Park Board- Councilmember Leith 3. Liaison to Lake Quality Commission - Councilmember Jaeger 4. Liaison to Arbor Committee - Councilmember Hanson 5. Liaison to Community Center Owners' Team - Mayor Steffenson and Councilmember Leith Y. Designating council secretary Staff recommends: 1. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-010 designating Minute Maker Secretarial, Inc. as council secretary for 2022. 2. Approve addendum to Recording Secretary Service Agreement Z. Official newspaper designation Motion to designate the Osseo-Maple Grove Press as the official city newspaper for 2022. AA. Reappointments to city boards and commissions Motion to approve the following reappointments to city boards and commissions for members whose terms expired on December 31, 2021. • Arbor Committee: Bob Henke, Cody Lensing, and Mary Parenteau • Lake Quality Commission (one vacancy): Rebecca Fahrenbruch, Steven Lane (Cedar Island), and Sharon Martin Kotula (Edward) • Park Board: Ken Helvey, Debra Syhre Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 10 • Planning Commission: Lorie Klein, and Craig Lamothe • Transit Commission: Teri Anderson BB. Findings of fact on Benihana National Corporation dba Benihana Resolution No. 22-011 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-011 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on Benihana National Corporation dba Benihana, 11840 Fountains Way N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. CC. Findings of fact on Rochoas LLC dba El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant Resolution No. 22-012 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-012 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on Rochoas LLC dba El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant, 13572 80th Circle N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. DD. Findings of fact on HINW LLC dba Holiday Inn Maple Grove Resolution No. 22-013 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-013 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on HINW LLC dba Holiday Inn Maple Grove, 11801 Fountains WayN, Maple Grove, Minnesota. EE. Findings of fact on Hy-Vee, Inc. dba Hy-Vee Market Grille Express Resolution No. 22-014 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-014 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a five (5) day suspension on Hy-Vee, Inc. dba Hy-Vee Market Grille Express, 18755 70th Way N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. FF. Findings of fact on Lookout Supper Club Inc. dba Lookout Supper Club Resolution No. 22-015 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-015 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on Lookout Supper Club Inc. dba Lookout Supper Club, 8672 Pineview Lane N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page I I GG. Findings of fact on GMRI Inc. dba Olive Garden Resolution No. 22-016 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-016 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a five (5) day suspension on GMRI Inc. dba Olive Garden, 12520 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. HH. Findings of fact on OMNI Brewing Company LLC dba OMNI Brewing Company Resolution No. 22-017 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-017 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on OMNI Brewing Company LLC dba OMNI Brewing Company, 9462 Deerwood Lane N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. IL Findings of fact on P.F. Changs China Bistro Inc. dba P.F. Changs China Bistro Resolution No. 22-018 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-018 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc. dba P.F. Chang's China Bistro, 12071 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. JJ. Findings of fact on Ortiz 5 LLC dba Riviera Maya Cantina and Restaurant Resolution No. 22-019 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-019 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on Ortiz 5 LLC dba Riviera Maya Cantina and Restaurant, 7904 Main Street N, Maple Grove, Minnesota. KK. Findings of fact on Rush Creek Golf Club LLC dba Rush Creek Golf Club Resolution No. 22-020 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 22-020 making findings, conclusion, and decision imposing a civil penalty of $2,000 and a two (2) day suspension on Rush Creek Golf Club LLC dba Rush Creek Golf Club, 7801 Co Rd 101, Maple Grove, Minnesota. Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page12 LL. Authorizing solicitation and acceptance of donations for the Maple Grove Police Department crime prevention program Motion to approve Resolution No. 22-001 authorizing solicitation and acceptance of donations for the Maple Grove Police Department crime prevention program. MM. Authorizing solicitation and acceptance of donations for the Maple Grove Police Department DARE program Motion to approve Resolution No. 22-002 authorizing solicitation and acceptance of donations for the Maple Grove Police Department D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program. NN. Authorizing solicitation and acceptance of donations for the Maple Grove Police Department K-9 program Motion to approve Resolution No. 22-003 authorizing solicitation and acceptance of donations for the Maple Grove Police Department K-9 program. 00. Designation of Electronic Transaction Policy Motion to authorize the finance director and other finance staff to make electronic funds transfers as designated in the city's Electronic Transaction Policy in accordance with Minnesota Statute§ 471.383. PP. Approve designation of official depositories Motion to authorize the finance director to designate depositories and make investments, as authorized by Minnesota Statute § 118A.01 to 118A.06. The following will be the designations of official depositories for city funds. • Checking accounts for city, payroll, utility billing, credit cards, Woodland Mounds, Park Board, scattered site homes and Sunshine Fund- U.S. Bank • Purchasing card - U.S. Bank • Credit card processing - Chase Paymentech, Invoice Cloud (utility billing, building), Card Connect (park & rec) Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 13 • Investments - U.S. Bank, Wells Fargo, RBC Capital Markets, Nuveen Asset Management, Galliard Capital Management, and Pavilion Advisory Group QQ. Approve request for proposal for Municipal Financial Advisory Services Approve RFP for Municipal Financial Advisory Services. RR. Consideration to not waive monetary limits on municipal tort liability coverage Motion to not waive the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minnesota Statutes $ 466.04. SS. Approve claims Motion to approve claims totaling$ 1,610,644.48. Motion by Councilmember Leith, seconded by Councilmember Jaeger, to approve the consent items as amended, removing item 3T (Project No. 22-07 receiving feasibility report and ordering project Resolution No. 22- 023). Upon call of the motion by Mayor Steffenson, there were five ayes and no nays. Motion carried. Consideration The following items were pulled from the consent agenda. of items pulled Regarding Item 3T (Project No. 22-07 receiving feasibility from the report and ordering project Resolution No. 22-023), Mayor agenda Steffenson requested further information from staff on this item. Public Works Director/City Engineer Ashfeld explained this project would approve work on the Woodland Ponds stormwater pond south of 89° Avenue and East of Forestview Lane. He noted this pond had been the topic of discussion during the recent street reconstruction project and associated public hearing. He reported this pond has been on the city's radar as needing some dredging. Staff recommended the Council receive the feasibility study and authorize a contract in the amount of $92,221 to New Look Contracting. Motion by Mayor Steffenson, seconded by Councilmember Hanson, to adopt Resolution No. 22-023 accepting the feasibility report, ordering Project No. 22-07 Woodland Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 14 Ponds Water Quality Pond Maintenance, receiving quotes, and awarding contract. Upon call of the motion by Mayor Steffenson, there were five ayes and no nays. Motion carried. Special business Open forum Joy Schwarz, 8715 Forest View Lane N, commended the city for their efforts on the Forestview Lane. She discussed the ponding work that would be done and questioned who would be responsible for repairing the driveways and grass after many large trucks are brought into her neighborhood for the pond dredging. Public Works Director/City Engineer Ashfeld explained the bid proposal includes restoration work associated with the pond work. He noted only one area would be used for access across Forestview Lane. Ms. Schwarz questioned if the contractor would be responsible for the replacement of trees or shrubs that are lost. Public Works Director/City Engineer Ashfeld reported restoration work was included in the contract. Ms. Schwarz requested this information be forwarded to the Woodland Ponds Board from the city offices. Public Works Director/City Engineer Ashfeld reported staff would be completing this task later this week. 2022 City Administrator Nelson explained as we look ahead to the legislative 2022 legislative session, staff has prepared a 2022 legislative agenda for the City Council's consideration. The priority agenda and continues to be financing options for an eventual expansion and authorization renovation of the Maple Grove Community Center. Also to enter into included are supporting position statements for initiatives that legislative are represented by member organizations for issues that have services directly affected Maple Grove by either the presence or absence agreement for of legislation. Staff reviewed the list of priorities with the Council noting the list is intended to identify priority issues; the 2022 thus it is not all inclusive oflegislative issues that municipalities legislative face. Staff recommends continuing with Lockridge Grindal session Nauen P.L.L.P. for consulting services for monitoring, reporting, and lobbying related to state legislative and administrative matters, particularly those impacting Maple Grove. The cost for the agreement with Lockridge Grindal Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 15 Nauen is proposed to increase by $4,000 to $40,000 annually. This is the first proposed increase for this agreement smce beginning our relationship with Lockridge in 2019. Motion by Mayor Steffenson, seconded by Councilmember Barnett, to adopt the 2022 legislative agenda as presented. Upon call of the motion by Mayor Steffenson, there were five ayes and no nays. Motion carried. Motion by Councilmember Jaeger, seconded by Councilmember Leith, to approve authorizing the mayor to execute a legislative services agreement in the amount of $40,000 with Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. for 2022. Upon call of the motion by Mayor Steffenson, there were five ayes and no nays. Motion carried. Community and economic development items Report on Community and Economic Development Director Hogeboom upcoming updated the Council regarding the following: community • The Planning Commission would be meeting on Monday, and economic January 10 and would be reviewing a residential variance, development and a PetSuites on Upland Lane. items • The Arbor Committee would be meeting on Thursday, January 13 at 7:00 p.m. • The Cub Wine & Spirits would be holding a grand opening on Wednesday, February 9 at 4:30 p.m. Engineering- public works items Main Street Assistant City Engineer Hale requested the Council approve Rehabilitation plans and specifications and authorize advertisement for bids for the Main Street Rehabilitation Project. He discussed the Project No. timeline for the project in detail with the Council and reported a 19-10 representative from WSB was in attendance to review the plans. Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 16 Approve plans Jeff Fullner, WSB & Associates, reviewed the final plans and and authorize described the improvements that would be completed within the Main Street project area with the Council. The planters, tree ad for bids plantings and pedestrian improvements that would be completed were further discussed. It was noted a maple leaf would be Resolution No. stamped in the middle of the intersections. The site amenities 22-007 were reviewed and it was noted the benches and street lighting would be reused. Councilmember Jaeger asked if the maple leaves would be constructed out of pavers. Mr. Fullner explained the maple leaves would be constructed from a stamped bituminous pavement. Councilmember Jaeger questioned how this pavement would stand up to salt and winter conditions. Assistant City Engineer Hale reported this material was chosen because the inlays would be flush with the pavement that would not create nooks and crannies for salt to sit in. Councilmember Barnett questioned why the light peach color was selected for the pedestrian crossings. Mr. Fullner explained these were truncated domes that were required at pedestrian crossings per ADA. He noted these could be changed to yellow or a rust color. Assistant City Engineer Hale reported the truncated domes had to be a color that stood out from the sidewalk and roadway. Motion by Councilmember Leith, seconded by Councilmember Hanson, to adopt Resolution No. 22-007 approving plans and specifications for Main Street Rehabilitation Project No. 19-10 and authorizing advertisement for bids. Upon call of the motion by Mayor Steffenson, there were five ayes and no nays. Motion carried. Report on Director of Public Works/City Engineer Ashfeld had no report for the City Council. upcoming engineering items Administration items Maple Grove City Council Minutes January 3, 2022 Page 17 Report on City Administrator Nelson explained that the Council has her upcoming Monday report if there are any questions. She reported the Council would be holding a City Council and work session administration meeting on Monday, January 18. The work session meeting is a items joint meeting with the Park Board to discuss updates on the Community Center project and communication plan. The Council will then meet with the Historical Society regarding the report on Historical Societies. She commented further on a policy staff was drafting regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Items added to Don Walsh, President of the Lions Club, thanked the City the agenda Council for the recent gift and support to assist with putting on another concert in 2022. Councilmember Jaeger encouraged residents to check the batteries in their smoke detectors. She noted seniors could call the Fire Department and have their detectors checked for free. Councilmember Jaeger reported the farmers market was done now until March 2022. Councilmember Jaeger encouraged residents to visit Central Park in order to take advantage of the skate loop. Councilmember Jaeger invited residents to participate in the 55 Alive driving class in order to reduce their auto insurance. Adjournment Motion by Councilmember Leith, seconded by Councilmember Hanson, to adjourn to the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Upon call of the motion by Mayor Steffenson, there were five ayes and no nays. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:31 p.m. by Mayor Steffenson. Respectfully submitted, Heidi Nelson City Administrator

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