Meeting was called to order at 7:00p.m. by Mayor, Tammy Konz. The Pledge of Alliance was recited. Councilmember’s present: Mayor, Tammy Konz, Council Members present: DuWayne Orbeck, Chris Jansky, Joe Krippner, Eric Loewen. Councilmember’s absent: None Others present: John Gohmann, Kenny Knaus, Erin Guttwasser, Doug Quast, Keith Marquardt, Ed Maus, Jim Schultz, Chad Johnson, Kate Miner, Rhonda Pagel, Carol Otto, Lisa Crayford, Sandy Steinmetz, Jim Frilstad, Jean Matua, Glen Winter, Bill Thell. Motion made be DuWayne Orbeck to accept the minutes as printed of the previous meeting, second by Joe Krippner, MUC. Chris Jansky made motion to pay the claims as printed, second by DuWayne Orbeck, MUC. Chris Jansky made motion to remove the word fireworks from the September17, 2007 City Council minutes in reference to the donation from Meeker Co-op, second by Eric Loewen, MUC Steering Committee information will be discussed at the next Steering Committee meeting and decide how much information they would like to receive in regards to Zoning, and report at the November 5, 2007 Council Meeting. Motion made by Chris Jansky to allow a temporary easement now on one of the parcels of land, involved with the Church of Christ project, and work to make it permanent on the sale or transfer of the property, second by Eric Loewen, MUC, Will review at November 5, 2007 council meeting on the progress of this issue. Engineer, Jim Schulz, reported that upon walk through of Scheeler Addition there were twelve items not on the punch list and several on the punch list that were not done. The closeout is not ready to final out at this time, will need a final walk through with the completion of these items. Engineer, Jim Schulz reported that most of the re-seeding has been completed on the Magnus Johnson/Linden Ave project, and advises that on any further projects, seeding should be done instead of sod, better growth rate. In reference to Magnus Johnson/Linden Ave project railroad deed, the language is far too much in favor of the railroad, will negotiate with railroad to get the language changed. PAGE 2 OCT. 15, 2007 Perennials at 120 Magnus Johnson have not been replaced at this time (from Magnus Johnson/Linden Ave Project.) Engineer, Jim Schulz to follow up with owners as to when they want them replaced, fall or spring. Crayford’s Concept Plan Hearing-Carol Otto explained the Concept Plan from Crayford’s. Rhonda Pagel explained that a Concept Plan is very beneficial for the developer and the city and is only a plan. Several people felt that the project should wait until the Comprehensive Plan is further along, work with the Planner on what is best, so that the project is done right from the beginning. Crayford’s main objective was if there would be sewer capacity for them so that they can start to market property. Kate Miner of SEH Transportation Department, discussed traffic issues with this large of a development and recommended that a traffic study be done. The study can be done by the developer hiring it done, or SEH could work with the developer and do the study. Chris Jansky made motion to table the Concept Plan, until the MPCA Sewer Discharge Permit with modifications comes back to see if the modifications have been approved and see what the capacity would be and have discussions with the Planner and see how the plan works with development in the City of Kimball, second by Joe Krippner, MUC. Lisa Crayford asked to be called by the Mayor or Zoning Administrator, as soon as the permit is received back and let her know of the availability of sewer capacity. Chad Johnson brought up the Snow Removal Contract with MN/ DOT, saying that they wanted to enter into the same contract as in the past. Chris Jansky made motion to send in the rate charges with the higher cost being, $75.00 for skid loader and $70.00 for the truck, second by Eric Loewen, MUC. County 5 year road plan meeting is October 30, 2007. Recommended that this plan be put into the City of Kimball’s Comprehensive Plan. Chad Johnson -Nuisance’s were reviewed and most have been taken care of. There are still a few to address. Property owners need to trim their own branches. The procedure is to notify them by letter with a time limit, asking them to trim their branches. If not taken care of, the city will do the work and bill the owner. Chad reported that the windows at the Picnic Shelter should be done next week. Lions are still working on the remodeling; rain gutters, steel siding, etc. The council would like a plan in place before doing any work outside at the shelter. PAGE 3 OCT. 15, 2007 Chad Johnson will talk to Paul Hoeschen in regards to the less amount of time Paul will be needed in Kimball, since Chad has his Class D License. Motion was made by Eric Loewen to give Chad Johnson (because of Class D License) a raise of $1.00 per hour as of October 1, 2007, second by DuWayne Orbeck, MUC. Chad Johnson was asked to put a city map on the City Hall wall, showing streets, lot etc. for the council to use during Council Meetings. Police Chief, Jim Frilstad reported that the Squad color and markings are correct according to State Statute 169.98. Chief Frilstad is happy with the transcriptionist’s work and price. County Prosecution Contract has been declined by Stearns County. Mayor, Tammy Konz will contact County and the other two recommendations given to her by the County. Chris Jansky made motion that Todd Rohloff’s employment ceased with the City of Kimball on January 31, 2007; the date in his resignation. Second by Eric Loewen, MUC. A motion was made by DuWayne Orbeck to pay the bill (Viper’s) at the Kimball Veterinarian and enter into an agreement with Todd to purchase Viper for $1.00 and agreeing that the City will no longer be liable for bills as of the date of the agreement, second by Joe Krippner, those voting in favor, Tammy Konz, DuWayne Orbeck, Joe Krippner, Chris Jansky, those voting against, Eric Loewen, motion carried. Stearns County Municipal League meeting will be Tuesday, October 16, 2007, in Paynesville, DuWayne Orbeck and Tammy Konz will be attending. Local Board of Appeals & Equalization training will be November 14, 2007 at 6:00p.m. in Albany. Joe Krippner and DuWayne Orbeck will attend training. City attorney reminded the Council that when they attend meetings, they should be reporting back at a Council Meeting. Motion made by Chris Jansky, second by Joe Krippner to change Charles Sterling’s resident address from 220 State Highway 55 E to 200 Magnus Johnson St N. MUC Mayor, Tammy Konz has spoken with Terry Humbert of MN/DOT in reference to grants available for, “Safe Routes to School”; grants could be used for flashing crossings and sidewalks. Tammy has sent a letter to the school superintendent and will be following up on the grant process. PAGE 4 OCT. 15, 2007 At the Stearns County Comp Plan meeting in Freeport, they were very receptive of Kimball and would like to meet with the Council at a Council Meeting. Eric Loewen will contact them and set up time for them to come to a Council Meeting. DuWayne Orbeck made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:55p.m., second by Joe Krippner, MUC. Chris Jeppesen, Deputy Clerk
