MINUTES ANNANDALE CITY COUNCIL March 18, 2024
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: The City Council of Annandale, Minnesota met for a regular meeting on February 12, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Jonas called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
City Council Present: Jonas, Honsey, Grundy, Czycalla, Wuollet. City Council members absent None. Also, present were Community Development Director Jacob Thunander, Assistant City Engineer Nick Peterson, Police Chief Pete Standafer, Fire Chief Kris Townsend, Public Works Director Joe Haller, the Annandale Advocate and members of the public.
SET AGENDA: A motion was made by Wuollet and seconded by Honsey to approve the agenda as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
All motions are approved unanimously unless otherwise noted.
MINUTES: A motion was made by Honsey and seconded by Matthew to approve the minutes of February 12, 2024 meeting as presented.
VISITORS:
River of Hope- Presented information to Council on their program and services offered
Thayer Restaurant- Request music on their patio during the summer months starting May 17th and going through October.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE
OPEN FORUM: NONE
CONSENT AGENDA:
Council removed items G, Q, R and S from Consent. A motion was made by Czycalla and seconded by Honsey, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
A. Approve Auditing Claims
B. Approve Departments Reports
C. Approve Special Events
D. Approve Resolution Accepting Donations
E. Approve Proclamation- Skip Dolan Day
F. ApproveBidsforCityHallParkingLotImprovements
G. Approve Vacancy in PT Admin Assistant
H. ApproveCertificationofDeferredAssessments
I. Approve Request ABBSB- Concession Project
J. Approve Sale of FD Trailer
K.ApproveSCDPFunds-Lu’sCafé
L. Approve2023FundTransfers
M. ApproveRFPforColumbarium
N. Approve License with 10,000 Lakes Recreation
O. Approve Resolution Denying Zoning Text Amendment P. Approve Extension of Purchase Agreement- LEI
Q. Approve Zoning Text Amendment
R. Approve Prelim Plat/PUD- Bruggeman
S. ApproveRecommendationofCommentsforTriplettFarmsConcept
REMOVED CONSENT ITEMS: NONE
G. Approve Vacancy in PT Admin Asst- A motion was made by Wuollet and seconded by
Honsey to declare a vacancy in the PT Admin Asst Position. The motion carried on a 4-1 vote with Grundy voting opposed.
Q. Approve Zoning Text Amendment- A motion was made by Czycalla and seconded by Jonas to approve the Zoning Text Amendment as presented. The motion failed on a 2-3 vote with Honsey, Wuollet and Grundy voting opposed.
R. Approve Prelim Plat/PUD- Bruggeman- Bruggeman pulled his application from the agenda. No action was taken.
S. Approve Recommendation of Comments for Triplett Farms Concept- Council reviewed the plan. Developer Jay Roos providing information regarding the proposed development. The Council concurred with the recommendation of the Planning Commission comments.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
Approve Contract for Deed and Lease Extension for 20 Cedar Street E- A motion was made by Wuollet an seconded by Honsey to approve the Contract for Deed and Lease Extension for 20 Cedar Street E as presented.
Review 2024 Goals Update- Council reviewed the goals. Czycalla requested adding a comprehensive signage plan to the list. A motion was made by Czycalla and seconded by Honsey to approve the 2024-2025 goals as amended.
Discuss Renaming of Nevens Ave to Lake John Road- A motion was made by Jonas and seconded by Grundy to rename the portions of Nevens Ave in city limits to Lake John Drive.
Consider Proposal for Redevelopment of 74 Oak Avenue- Council reviewed the proposal. A motion was made by Wuollet and seconded by Grundy to direct staff to prepare a purchase agreement for the proposed project.
Special Event- Spill Grain Brewhouse- Chief Standafer presented the request and discussed setting parameters with Council regarding frequency of events on private parties involving liquor. A motion was made by Czycalla and seconded by Wuollet to approve the event as proposed and limit future events involving liquor held on private property to 2 events annually.
MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS:
Chief Townsend updated Council that the new Can Am was delivered and both trailers have been purchase. The new trucks will be discussed at the April meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
Moved by Wuollet and seconded by Grundy to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 9:27.
Kelly Hinnenkamp,
City Administrator
(published in the annandale advocate wednesday, april 17, 2024)
DUST CONTROL BIDS,
SOUTHSIDE TOWNSHIP
Southside Township will be taking bids until Friday May 3, 2024 for dust control application on township roads. A majority of the application must be completed by May 31,2024.
Cost for 18 ft. wide x 1 mile
Cost for 12 ft. wide x 1 mile
Cost for 18 ft. x 1 foot
Cost for 12 ft. x 1 foot
Bids must be sent to the Clerk’s address at: 1208 Lakeview Pkwy, Buffalo MN 55313 or email address of cmerrill@southsidetownship.com
Bids will be opened at the May 7th, 2024 regular meeting. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Carmen Merrill
Southside Township
Clerk/Treasurer
(published in the annandale advocate wednesday, april 17 and 24, 2024)
SOUTHSIDE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
The Southside Township Board of Supervisors will meet on May 10th at 8:00 a.m. at Southside Township Hall for the Spring Road Review.
All interested parties are encouraged to attend.
Carmen Merrill, Southside Township
Clerk/Treasurer
(published in the annandale advocate wednesday, april 17 and 24, 2024)
SOUTHSIDE TOWNSHIP LOCAL BOARD OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the local Board of Appeal and Equalization for Township of Southside of Wright County, Minnesota will meet at the Office of the Clerk in said Township at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday the 25th day of April, 2024. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor.
If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor , you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization.
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Carmen Merrill
Clerk & Treasurer
Southside Township
(published in the annandale advocate, wednesday, april 10 and 17, 2024)
RIVERSIDE CEMETERY
ASSOCIATION ANNUAL
MEETING NOTICE
The annual meeting of the Riverside Cemetery Association of French Lake will be Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7 pm at the French Lake Town Hall.
Mowing bids, election of directors, and other business will be on the agenda. All association members and interested persons are welcome to attend.
Jackie Wilson
Secretary/Treasurer
Riverside Cemetery Association
(published in the annandale advocate, wednesday, april 10 and 17, 2024)
NOTICE
All interested parties claiming to be the owner of a Toyota Forerunner VIN JT3HN87R1Y0307720 contact Richy Capes by Friday, April 26, 2024, to claim your vehicle or the title will be transferred. Call 612-280-2019.
(published in the Annandaleadvocate, wednesday, april 10 and 17, 2024)
CITY OF ANNANDALE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Annandale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter, at the Annandale City Council Chambers, 30 Cedar Street East, to consider the following:
Consideration of a Request for Preliminary Plat of Pintail Preserve and Site Plan Review of a 58-unit Multifamily Apartment in the R-5 High Density Multi-Family Residential District.
Applicant: Pintail Preserve LLC (Brian Bruggeman)
Property Owner: Steven A Bruggeman TR & Kelly R Bruggeman TR
Property Location: Lengthy Legal Description – See City Hall
PID: 102500304303
Pertinent information about this request is available for viewing at City Hall.
Oral testimony will be accepted on the above subjects, and all persons desiring to be heard on referenced subjects will be heard at this meeting. Written comments may be taken at the Annandale City Hall, 30 Cedar Street East, PO Box K, Annandale, MN 55302 until the date of the hearing. Questions may be directed to the City of Annandale at 320-274-3055.
(published in the annandale advocate wednesday, april 17, 2024)
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
CITY OF SOUTH HAVEN
(Owner)
SOUTH HAVEN, MINNESOTA
INFRASTRUCTURE
IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 2
General Notice
City of South Haven (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project:
Infrastructure Improvements Phase 2
234032
Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the South Haven City Clerk/Treasurer’s Office located at 521 Oak Avenue North, South Haven, MN, until Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The opening and reading of the Bids may be modified subject to COVID-19 preventative measures.
The Project includes the following Work:
4,700 LF open cut watermain, 400 LF trenchless watermain, 80 LF bored watermain with casing, 15,000 SY bituminous paving, 500 LF curb and gutter, and 1,500 SF concrete sidewalk.
Bids are requested for the following Contract: Infrastructure Improvements Phase 2
Obtaining the Bidding Documents
The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is:
Bollig Inc
1721 Technology Drive NE,
Suite 100
Willmar, MN 56201
Prospective Bidders may obtain or examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office.
Bidding Documents may also be examined at the Willmar Builders Exchange, 2104 East Highway 12, Willmar, MN 56201; the office of the South Haven City Clerk/Treasurer at 521 Oak Avenue North, South Haven, MN, Monday through Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; or may be purchased online at www.bollig-engineering.com under the bidding tab through QuestCDN for $40.
Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office by paying a deposit of $100 for each set. Bidders who return full sets of the Bidding Documents in good condition within 10 days after receipt of Bids will receive a refund of $60.00 for documents returned in good condition within the time limit indicated above. Make deposit checks for Bidding Documents payable to Bollig Inc.
Pre-bid Conference
A pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Tuesday April 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the office of the South Haven City Clerk/Treasurer, 521 Oak Avenue North, South Haven, MN. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is encouraged but not required.
Instructions to Bidders
For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.
Wage Rates
This project is funded by a direct appropriation from the State of Minnesota. As a result, State of Minnesota prevailing wage rate requirements apply to this Contract.
Equal Pay Requirement
This project is funded by a direct appropriation from the State of Minnesota. As a result, the Equal Pay Certificate requirements of MN Statutes Section 363A.44 apply to this Contract.
Affirmative Action
This project is funded by a direct appropriation from the State of Minnesota. As a result, the Affirmative Action Plan and Workforce Certificate requirements of MN Statutes Section 363A.36 apply to this Contract.
This Advertisement is issued by:
Owner: City of South Haven
By: Norman Bodeker
Title: Mayor
Date: April 10, 2024
(published in the annandale advocate wednesday, april 10, 17 and 24, 2024)
CITY OF ANNANDALE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Annandale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter, at the Annandale City Council Chambers, 30 Cedar Street East, to consider the following:
Consideration of a Request for Preliminary & Final Plat of Neutz Addition and
Conditional Use Permit for Garage Standards Exceeding 1,200 Square Feet to Accommodate a Detached Garage in the One Family Residential District (R-1).
Applicant/Property Owner: Gary R and Jean M Neutz
Property Location: 485 Cedar Circle
Lengthy Legal Descriptions – See City Hall
PIDs: 102040002010 & 102057001011
Pertinent information about this request is available for viewing at City Hall.
Oral testimony will be accepted on the above subjects, and all persons desiring to be heard on referenced subjects will be heard at this meeting. Written comments may be taken at the Annandale City Hall, 30 Cedar Street East, PO Box K, Annandale, MN 55302 until the date of the hearing. Questions may be directed to the City of Annandale at 320-274-3055.
(published in the annandale advocate wednesday, april 17, 2024)