City Council
Regular MeetingNorthfield, MN · February 2, 2021
Minutes
City Hall
City of Northfield 801 Washington Street
Northfield, MN 55057
ci.northfield.mn.us
Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 6:00 PM GoToMeeting
6:00 PM - REGULAR AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pownell called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
Present: 7- Council Member Clarice Grabau, Council Member Suzie Nakasian, Council Member
Brad Ness, Council Member Jessica Peterson White, Mayor Rhonda Pownell,
Council Member Jami Reister, and Council Member George Zuccolotto
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Pownell noted additional information included in Supplemental Agenda Background
Memorandums No. 1 and No. 2. It was noted Consent Agenda Item 9 Res. No. 2021-011
will be added as item number 13(a) on the regular agenda.
A motion was made by Council Member Peterson White, seconded by Council
Member Nakasian, to approve the agenda. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Yes: 7- C. Grabau, C. Nakasian, C. Ness, C. Peterson White, Mayor Pownell, C.
Reister, and C. Zuccolotto
1. 21-060 Information on How to Provide Public Input and Watch the Meeting During the
Pandemic.
PRESENTATIONS
2. 21-061 Presentation of annual financial gift from St.Olaf and Carleton.
Jan Hanson, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at St. Olaf and Erick Runestad,
Vice President and Treasurer of Carleton, presented donations in the amount of
$160,000. The Mayor and Council thanked both colleges for their donations.
CONSENT AGENDA
City Administrator Martig introduced the Consent Agenda.
A motion was made by Council Member Peterson White, seconded by Council
Member Ness, to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 7- C. Grabau, C. Nakasian, C. Ness, C. Peterson White, Mayor Pownell, C.
Reister, and C. Zuccolotto
3. 21-062 January 12, 2021 City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes.
4. 21-063 Consider Approval of January 19, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes.
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5. Res. 2021-008 Consideration of Resolution Approving a Minor Subdivision of Lot 5, Block 3
of the Plat of Blocks 3, 4, 5, 13, 20 and 21 East Woodley Addition.
6. Res. 2021-009 Consider authorization Resolution Authorizing Budget Amendment for the
Purpose of Combining Two Part Time Positions to One Full Time Position and
Hiring.
7. Res. 2021-010 Consider Resolution to Accept Public Improvements - Maple Brook
Townhomes.
8. 21-064 Consider Approving Disbursements totaling $1,277,320.44
Enactment No: M2021-015
10. Res. 2021-012 Consider Resolution to Authorize the Purchase Tandem Plow Truck and
Asphalt Hot Box.
11. Res. 2021-013 Consider Resolution Appointing a Data Practices Responsible Authority
12. 21-065 Consider Approval of Mayoral Board/Commission Appointments.
Enactment No: M2021-016
OPEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
REGULAR AGENDA
9. Res. 2021-011 Resolution of support for enhancing energy efficiency in the state building code.
City Administrator Martig introduced Resolution No. 2021-011.
A motion was made by Council Member Peterson White, seconded by Council
Member Grabau, to approve Resolution No. 2021-011 Establishing a Policy to
Support Better Building Standards in Minnesota. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 6- C. Grabau, C. Nakasian, C. Peterson White, Mayor Pownell, C. Reister, and C.
Zuccolotto
No: 1- C. Ness
13. Res. 2021-014 Consider Approving Plans and Specifications and Order Advertisement for
Bids for the 2021 Reclamation and Overlay Project.
Engineering Manager Sean Simonson introduced the item and presented background
information on the project. Public Works Director/City Engineer Bennett and Simonson
answered questions from the Council. Easement No. 335164 will be added to the project
page on the website.
A motion was made by Council Member Nakasian to approve Resolution No.
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2021-014 with the removal of the proposed sidewalk on the north side of the
Mayflower Service Road. Nakasian withdrew the motion for lack of a second. A
motion was made by Council Member Nakasian to amend her original motion to
approve Resolution No. 2021-014 with the addition of increasing the radiuses from
20 feet to 30 feet to allow for truck traffic on the Mayflower Service Road. The
amended motion failed for lack of a second. A motion was made by Council
Member Nakasian, seconded by Council Member Ness, to approve Resolution No.
2021-014 Approving Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for
Bids 2021 Reclamation and Overlay Project - Project STRT2021-A46. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6- C. Grabau, C. Ness, C. Peterson White, Mayor Pownell, C. Reister, and C.
Zuccolotto
No: 1- C. Nakasian
14. 21-066 Review of Council Rules of Business.
City Administrator Martig introduced the item detailing changes to the Council Rules of
Business for discussion. Attorney Chris Hood and Martig answered questions from the
Council. The amended document will be brought back as a consent agenda item at the
February 16, 2021 Council Meeting.
Recess
Council recessed at 7:24 p.m. Council meeting resumed at 7:30 p.m.
15. 21-067 Continuation of Discussion on the Conditional Use Permit for St. Olaf College
- Ole Avenue Housing Project for the Perimeter Transition Area.
Jan Hanson, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for St. Olaf College, introduced
staff members present to include Stephanie Merdan, Senior Project Coordinator from
ISG; Kevin Larson, St. Olaf Director of Facilities; Tom Hoffman, Architect, Will Kratt,
Senior Civil Engineer and Professional Traffic Operations Engineer from ISG; Pat
Overom, ICS Owner's Rep; Jason Krueger, BOLDT Construction; Melissa Erikson,
Landscape Architect from MIG; and Pamela McDowell, St. Olaf Associate Dean of
Students for Residence Life.
City Planner Mikayla Schmidt introduced the item giving background information on the
project. Community Development Director Baker, Schmidt and St. Olaf staff answered
questions from the Council. Baker summarized the Council comments and staff will
bring two resolutions for Council consideration to the February 16, 2021 meeting. One
resolution will include the recommendations with conditions identified by staff and the
other resolution will include the same conditions but will remove the new 28 parking
spaces included in the project.
ADMINISTRATORS UPDATE
16. 21-068 City Administrator's Update.
City Administrator Martig gave an update on City operations and developments.
REPORTS FROM THE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
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C. Grabau - Police Policy Review Committee Meeting; Paired Council Meeting.
C. Peterson White - Hospital Board Meeting.
C. Nakasian - Funding for Regional Passenger Rail Corridor Study.
C. Zuccolotto - Planning Commission Meeting.
C. Reister - NAFRS Meeting; Police Department Tour; Virtual League of Minnesota Cities
Foundational Course.
C. Ness - 911 Meeting.
M. Pownell - Introduced and welcomed Library Director Natalie Draper.
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Council Member Ness, seconded by Council Member
Grabau, to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Yes: 7- C. Grabau, C. Nakasian, C. Ness, C. Peterson White, Mayor Pownell, C.
Reister, and C. Zuccolotto
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Agenda
City of Northfield City Hall
801 Washington Street
Northfield, MN 55057
ci.northfield.mn.us
Meeting Agenda
City Council
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 6:00 PM GoToMeeting
6:00 PM - REGULAR AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor: Pownell
Councilmembers: Grabau, Nakasian, Ness, Peterson White, Reister, Zuccolotto
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. 21-060 Information on How to Provide Public Input and Watch the Meeting During the
Pandemic.
Attachments: 012821 CC Reg mtg by telephone public notice
PRESENTATIONS
2. 21-061 Presentation of annual financial gift from St.Olaf and Carleton.
CONSENT AGENDA
Agenda items below are approved by one motion unless a Council member requests separate action. All items approved by
majority vote unless noted
3. 21-062 January 12, 2021 City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes.
Attachments: 01-12-21 meeting minutes for approval
4. 21-063 Consider Approval of January 19, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes.
Attachments: 01.19.2021CouncilMinutes
5. Res. 2021-008 Consideration of Resolution Approving a Minor Subdivision of Lot 5, Block 3
of the Plat of Blocks 3, 4, 5, 13, 20 and 21 East Woodley Addition.
Attachments: 1 - Resolution
2 - Exhibit A - Sosted Addition Plat
3 - Location Map
4 - 8.4.8 Type 5 Review Procedure Hyperlink
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6. Res. 2021-009 Consider authorization Resolution Authorizing Budget Amendment for the
Purpose of Combining Two Part Time Positions to One Full Time Position and
Hiring.
Attachments: 1 - Resolution Authorizing Budget Amendment
7. Res. 2021-010 Consider Resolution to Accept Public Improvements - Maple Brook
Townhomes.
Attachments: 1 - Final Acceptance Resolution
2 - Maple Brook Development Agreement
3 - First Amendment
4 - Certificate of Final Acceptance
8. 21-064 Consider Approving Disbursements totaling $1,277,320.44
Attachments: 1 - Disbursements
2 - Disbursements
9. Res. 2021-011 Resolution of support for enhancing energy efficiency in the state building code.
Attachments: 1 - BetterBuildings_2-Pager_012820
2 - Joint Letter to the legislature_Jan 2021_DRAFT
3 - Building Code Resolution_Northfield_Feb 2021
10. Res. 2021-012 Consider Resolution to Authorize the Purchase Tandem Plow Truck and
Asphalt Hot Box.
Attachments: 1 - plow truck resolution.docx
2 - 2021-2025 CEP Plow Truck
3 - 2021-2025 CEP Hot Mix Trailer
4 - Mack quote.pdf
5 - Truck set up.pdf
6 - Hot box quote.pdf
7 - Northfeld_Plow Truck Equipment Certificates Financing Estimate.pdf
11. Res. 2021-013 Consider Resolution Appointing a Data Practices Responsible Authority
Attachments: Res Appointing a Data Practices Responsible Authority
12. 21-065 Consider Approval of Mayoral Board/Commission Appointments.
Attachments: BoardCommissionApps.02022021
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OPEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
The presence of the public at the regular meeting location is not feasible due to the COVID-19 health pandemic/emergency
declaration, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.021, subd. 1(3). Please use one of the alternate methods for input below
during the pandemic:
• Persons may take one opportunity to address the Council for two (2) minutes (not including interpreter’s time) on any
topic, even if on the agenda, with the condition that they may not speak on the same item later in the meeting. Because the
meeting is being held online, prior to the start of the Council meeting, you may call in or connect via computer with the
GoToMeeting information provided as attached under approval of the agenda, to provide your oral comments, input, or
testimony. If you desire to make oral comments to the City Council, you are requested, but are not required, to sign up
under Request to Speak by clicking on the eComment tab located here: https://northfield.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx or
by contacting City Clerk Lynette Peterson at lynette.peterson@ci.northfield.mn.us no later than 4 pm the day of the
meeting to notify the City of the same. If you desire to make oral comments to the City Council, please unmute your device
and turn on your camera (if applicable) and the chair will call upon you to speak. Persons must give their name and
address.
• eComment – Comment on agenda items by using the eComment (electronic comment) system no later than 4 pm the
day of the meeting. Once the City Council agenda is published, the eComment link will be active. Persons can review
agenda item details, indicate their position on an item and leave feedback by clicking on the eComment tab on the City
Council meetings page: https://northfield.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
• Send an email no later than 4 pm on the day of the meeting to City Clerk Lynette Peterson at
lynette.peterson@ci.northfield.mn.us noting meeting item comment in the subject line and type your comment in the body
of the email or attach a document if necessary. These comments will be sent to the entire City Council. Comments will be
posted on the City’s website with other meeting items following the meeting.
• Send a letter containing your input to: City Clerk Lynette Peterson, City of Northfield, 801 Washington Str.,
Northfield, MN 55057
• Members of the public can always contact the City Council directly via phone or email to provide input.
REGULAR AGENDA
The presence of the public at the regular meeting location is not feasible due to the COVID-19 health pandemic/emergency
declaration, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.021, subd. 1(3). Please use one of the alternate methods for input below
during the pandemic:
• Persons may take one opportunity to address the Council for two (2) minutes (not including interpreter’s time).
Because the meeting is being held online, prior to the start of the Council meeting, you may call in or connect via
computer with the GoToMeeting information provided as attached under approval of the agenda, to provide your oral
comments, input, or testimony. If you desire to make oral comments to the City Council, you are requested, but are not
required, to sign up under Request to Speak by clicking on the eComment tab located here:
https://northfield.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx or by contacting City Clerk Lynette Peterson at
lynette.peterson@ci.northfield.mn.us no later than 4 pm the day of the meeting to notify the City of the same. If you desire
to make oral comments to the City Council, please unmute your device and turn on your camera (if applicable) and the
chair will call upon you to speak. Persons must give their name and address.
• eComment – Comment on agenda items by using the eComment (electronic comment) system no later than 4 pm the
day of the meeting. Once the City Council agenda is published, the eComment link will be active. Persons can review
agenda item details, indicate their position on an item and leave feedback by clicking on the eComment tab on the City
Council meetings page: https://northfield.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
• Send an email no later than 4 pm on the day of the meeting to City Clerk Lynette Peterson at
lynette.peterson@ci.northfield.mn.us noting meeting item comment in the subject line and type your comment in the body
of the email or attach a document if necessary. These comments will be sent to the entire City Council. Comments will be
posted on the City’s website with other meeting items following the meeting.
• Send a letter containing your input to: City Clerk Lynette Peterson, City of Northfield, 801 Washington Str.,
Northfield, MN 55057
• Members of the public can always contact the City Council directly via phone or email to provide input.
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13. Res. 2021-014 Consider Approving Plans and Specifications and Order Advertisement for
Bids for the 2021 Reclamation and Overlay Project.
Attachments: 1 - Resolution Approve Plans and Specs
2 - Project Location Maps
3 - Project Process
4 - Planned Walking & Biking Network Map
5 - Mayflower Hill Service Road Sidewalk
6 - ECRT Connections
7 - Bollenbacher Sidewalk
8 - Mayflower Service Road Turning Movements
9 - Link to Final Plans
10 - 2021 Reclaim and Overlay Council Presentation
14. 21-066 Review of Council Rules of Business.
Attachments: 1 - Rules of Business approved 01222019 with appendices
15. 21-067 Continuation of Discussion on the Conditional Use Permit for St. Olaf College -
Ole Avenue Housing Project for the Perimeter Transition Area.
Attachments: 1 - Ole Ave Parking Analysis Letter
2 - Attachment A - St. Olaf Houses Impacted by Ole Ave. Project
3 - Attachment B - Ole Ave. Project as Designed
4 - Neighborhood Post-Meeting Report
5 - PP for St. Olaf College - CUP - M. Schmidt 02.02.2021
6 - Conditional Use Permit Analysis & Recommendation - Schroeer
7 - Parking Study Report
8 - Traffic Impact Study Report
9 - Townhomes Elevation and Glazing Percentages
10 - Res. Hall Elevations and Glazing Percentage
11 - Site Plan
12 - St. Olaf Student Housing Traffic Impact Study PP Presentation from Public Works
ADMINISTRATORS UPDATE
16. 21-068 City Administrator's Update.
Attachments: upcoming items
REPORTS FROM THE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
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ADJOURN
Note: The City Council may take a five minute break during the meeting. All regular City
Council meetings end at 9:00 pm unless a simple (4/7) majority of the City Council vote to
extend the time.
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