City Council

SOUTH ST. PAUL CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF DECEMBER 19, 2016 The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Beth Baumann at 7:15 P.M. on Monday, December 19, 2016. ROLL CALL: Present, Mayor Baumann Councilmembers Flatley, Hansen, Niederkorn, Podgorski, Rothecker, Seaberg Absent, None Also Present, City Administrator, Steve King City Attorney, Kori Land City Engineer, Chris Hartzell City Clerk, Christy Wilcox 5) Presentations  Presentations were moved to the end of the meeting to Item #10. 6) Citizens’ Comments  Bernie Beerman appeared to discuss the changes in all governmental agencies and how it could possibly affect cities. Encouraged the City to apply for any grants that become available. 7) Agenda Moved by Seaberg/Flatley MOVED: To approve the agenda. Motion carried 7 ayes/0 nays 8) Consent Agenda Moved by Niederkorn/Hansen Resolved, that the South St. Paul City Council does hereby approve the following: 1. City Council meeting minutes of December 5, 2016 2. Resolution No. 2016-226, approving accounts payable 3. Resolution No. 2016-222, electing not to waive the statutory tort limits for liability insurance 4. Accept letter of resignation from Alyssa Kellas, Recreation Supervisor with the City of South St. Paul effective December 23, 2016, and authorize recruitment process for her replacement 5. Business Licenses City Council Minutes of December 19, 2016 1  6. Resolution No. 2016-223, approval to submit a FY2017 Brownfields Communitywide Assessment Grant Application to the United States Environmental Protection Agency 7. Authorize the purchase of two 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utility squads at a cost of $27,186.95 each and one 2017 Ford Interceptor Utility squad at a cost of $28,049.95 8. Appoint Derek Kruse as a probationary entry level police officer effective February 6, 2017, at a starting salary as outlined in the current LELS contract, contingent upon P.O.S.T. license eligibility, successful completion of a background investigation, physical examination and psychological evaluation 9. Adopt Purchasing Policy as presented this evening 10. Resolution No. 2016-224, ordering preparation of feasibility reports for 2017 Street Projects 11. Approve the purchase of a single axle cab and chassis truck from Nuss Truck & Equipment with plowing equipment and accessories from Towmaster, Inc. in the amount of $200,789.00 12. Resolution No. 2016-225, supporting county-wide engagement for transit improvements Motion carried 7 ayes/0 nays 9a) Minnesota Coaches Propane Fueling CUP – 570 Hardman Avenue Moved by Niederkorn/Podgorski MOVED: To adopt Resolution No. 2016-224, approving a Conditional Use Permit for a single-station propane fuel dispensing and tank for the property at 570 Hardman Avenue. Motion carried 7 ayes/0 nays 10) Presentations A. Councilmembers gave their thoughts and comments on the departure of colleagues Dan Niederkorn and Beth Baumann. B. Stephen King, City Administrator, presented Mayor Baumann and Councilmember Niederkorn with appreciation plaques. C. Comments were made from the following Community Leaders recognizing Councilmember Niederkorn and Mayor Baumann: - Glenn Boche, Yellow Ribbon Committee - Pastor Tom Jestus - Dave Webb, South St. Paul School District Superintendent - Rick Hansen, Minnesota State Representative - Brian MacKenzie, President of the River Heights Chamber of Commerce - Bruce Baumann - Mayor’s Youth Task Force D. Mayor Baumann and Councilmember Niederkorn gave their final comments. City Council Minutes of December 19, 2016 2 11) Adjournment Moved by Seaberg/Niederkorn MOVED: To adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Motion carried 7 ayes/0 nays Approved: January 3, 2016 ___________________________ City Clerk City Council Minutes of December 19, 2016 3