Amery public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Special Common Council meeting includes discussions on a $99,444.27 decrease to the Keller Avenue Reconstruction contract price and the appointment of a Municipal Building Inspector. The council will also enter a closed session regarding a potential Police Sergeant position.

• Change Order No. 5 for Keller Avenue Project: $99,444.27 decrease
• Pay Request No. 7 for A-1 Excavating
• Appointment of Municipal Building Inspector
• Closed Session: Potential Police Sergeant position (employment/compensation)

The Amery City Council approved Change Order No. 5 and Pay Request No. 7 for the Keller Avenue Project, both unanimously (5-0). The council also renewed REM Inspecting's contract as municipal building inspector, with a provision to revisit the contract in April. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a closed session on a potential police sergeant.

• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Keller Avenue Project (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request No. 7 for A-1 Excavating (5-0)
• Renewed REM Inspecting's contract as municipal building inspector (5-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council will consider several items, including a resolution to issue a $2.5 million general obligation promissory note, a certified survey map for a golf course property purchase, and appointments to the election inspector and library board. They will also review concrete compressive strengths for Keller Avenue. The meeting includes public comment and consent agenda items.

• Resolution authorizing issuance and sale of $2,500,000 General Obligation Promissory Note
• Tim Christensen - Golf Course Property Purchase Certified Survey Map
• 2022-2024 Election Inspector Appointments
• Appointment of Annie Braaten to the Library Board
• Keller Avenue Concrete Compressive Strengths

The Amery City Council approved a $2.5 million general obligation promissory note (Resolution 18-2021) for the Keller Avenue project and additional City Center costs, with Bank of Alma winning the bid at 0.73% interest. The council also approved the sale of 30 feet of golf course property to Tim Christensen for $5,000, appointed Annie Braaten to the Library Board, and approved election inspector appointments. A motion to withhold 50% of concrete costs failed for lack of a second; a subsequent motion to withhold 32% (making the total $112,880) passed unanimously.

• Approved $2.5M general obligation promissory note (Resolution 18-2021) for Keller Avenue and City Center (5-0)
• Approved sale of 30 feet of golf course property to Tim Christensen for $5,000 (5-0)
• Appointed Annie Braaten to the Library Board (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2024 Election Inspector Appointments (5-0)
• Withheld 32% of concrete cost, reducing total to $112,880 (5-0)
• Motion to withhold 50% of concrete cost failed (no second)

Plan Commission

The Amery Plan Commission will meet to discuss and provide a recommendation regarding a Certified Survey Map for Timothy Christensen's golf course property purchase. The item involves land located in the SE1/4 of the SE1/4 of Section 32, T33N, R16W.

• Discussion/Recommendation: Certified Survey Map — Tim Christensen: Golf Course Property Purchase

The Amery Plan Commission approved a Certified Survey Map (CSM) allowing Tim Christensen to purchase an additional 30 feet of city-owned land west of his property from the Amery Golf Course, intended for building a duplex. The motion passed unanimously with 4 ayes and 0 nays. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after the vote.

• Approved the CSM for Tim Christensen's purchase of 30 feet of city-owned golf course land, enabling a duplex build (motion by Riemenschneider, seconded by Lyon; 4-0).

Public Hearing

The Amery City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022 budget, followed by a vote on its approval. The budget includes a total general fund expenditure of $3,354,172, a city tax levy of $2,003,451, and a tax rate increase to $12.0844 per $1,000 of assessed value. The meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021, at 5:00 PM at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Public hearing on 2022 budget
• Approval of 2022 budget
• City tax levy increase to $2,003,451 (8.73% increase)
• City tax rate increase to $12.0844 per $1,000 (8.60% increase)
• Total general fund expenditures of $3,354,172

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive department head reports and discuss a potential change order for the Keller Avenue Reconstruction project related to concrete compressive strength. The meeting is open to public comment, with a 10-minute limit for speakers.

• Potential change order for Keller Avenue Reconstruction regarding concrete compressive strength
• Department head reports from City Administrator, Clerk-Treasurer, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Library Director, and Director of Public Works

The Committee of the Whole discussed a potential change order for the Keller Avenue Reconstruction project after most concrete failed to meet the specified 4,500 PSI strength. MSA recommended a deduction of over $166,000, but Cemstone requested independent testing, claiming the original tests were not up to industry standards. The committee approved a motion to allow Cemstone to conduct core tests at 4-inch thickness, with the city reserving the right to have tested portions replaced, and the payment will be held in escrow. The motion passed 5-0.

• Approved motion to allow Cemstone to conduct core tests at 4-inch thickness (5-0)
• Approved holding payment in escrow pending further testing (5-0)
• City reserves right to have tested portions replaced (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review financing options for the City Center and Keller Avenue projects, including potential borrowing of $1.4 million. The agenda also includes discussions on road construction bids, procurement policy, and rezoning requests.

• Presentation on City Center/Keller Ave G.O. Bonding from Baird Capital
• Bid review for South Industrial Park Road Construction Project
• Engineering Services Agreement for South Industrial Road Project
• Change Order 4 and potential Change Order 5 for Keller Ave Reconstruction
• Rezoning of Parcel 201-01040-0010 from R2 to AT-Agricultural Transition

The Amery City Council approved borrowing $1.1M for the Keller Avenue Project and $1.4M for City Center and capital projects, and accepted a $1,508,152.30 bid from Albrightson Excavating for the South Industrial Park Road Project. The council also approved a certified survey map transferring city-owned property to Lampert's Lumber, adopted a procurement policy, and rezoned a parcel for a future school farm. A discussion on deficient sidewalks was tabled, and a pay application was conditionally approved.

• Approved $1.1M borrowing for Keller Avenue and $1.4M for City Center/capital projects (5-0)
• Accepted $1,508,152.30 bid from Albrightson Excavating for South Industrial Park Road (5-0)
• Approved engineering services agreement with S.E.H. for South Industrial Road (5-0)
• Approved transfer of city-owned property to Lampert's Lumber via certified survey map (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 17-2021 Procurement Policy (5-0)
• Accepted Change Order #4 for Keller Avenue Project, decreasing costs by $4,068.25 (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on deficient sidewalks until next Committee of the Whole meeting (5-0)
• Approved Pay Application #6 for Keller Avenue contingent on contractual conditions (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Amery Plan Commission is holding a public hearing and discussion on a rezoning application for Parcel 201-01040-0010, from R-2 Two Family Residential to AT Agricultural Transition District. The commission will also discuss and make a recommendation on a certified survey map for Lampert's Lumber. No final decisions are made at this meeting; the commission's role is to discuss and recommend.

• Public hearing on rezoning Parcel 201-01040-0010 from R-2 to AT
• Discussion/recommendation on rezoning application for Parcel 201-01040-0010
• Discussion/recommendation on Certified Survey Map for Lampert's Lumber

The Amery Plan Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved rezoning parcel 201-01040-0010 from R-2 (Two Family Residential) to AT (Agricultural Transition District) for the school district's planned use of crops and animals. The commission also approved a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for Lampert's Lumber to take possession of a parcel they have used for over 15 years, with Lampert's covering the CSM and recording costs. Both motions passed 6-0.

• Approved rezoning of parcel 201-01040-0010 from R-2 to AT (6-0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Lampert's Lumber parcel transfer (6-0)

City Council

The City of Amery held a special meeting to discuss the 2022 budget and approve a website services invoice. The council also entered a closed session to discuss employee benefits, wages, and a potential police sergeant position. No specific dollar amounts or final budget figures were listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of the 2022 Budget
• Review of Website Services Invoice
• Closed session on employee benefits and wages
• Discussion of potential Police Sergeant position

The Amery City Council approved the 2022 budget as presented, which includes $200,000 for the library and borrowing for the City Center and Keller Avenue projects. They also approved a 2022-2024 police union contract, paid a $4,800 website services invoice, and adjusted employee health insurance contributions from 85% to 80%. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $4,800 website services invoice (4-0)
• Approved 2022-2024 Police Department Union Contract (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 library allocation for 2022 (4-0)
• Approved 2022 budget as presented to move forward with public notice (5-0)
• Adjusted city employee health insurance contribution from 85% to 80% (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a possible change order for Keller Ave. curb and gutter work, borrowing for the Keller Avenue/City Center project, and the 2022 budget. They will also consider a procurement policy resolution and a website services invoice. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the police union contract.

• Resolution #17-2021 Procurement Policy
• Possible change order for Keller Ave. curb and gutter
• Keller Avenue/City Center borrowing discussion
• Website services invoice
• 2022 budget discussion

The Committee of the Whole forwarded Resolution 17-2021 (Procurement Policy) to the Council as written, with a 5-0 vote. It tabled discussion of a possible change order for deficient cement on the Keller Ave. project until the November Council meeting, also 5-0. No action was taken on borrowing options or a website services invoice, and a special budget meeting was scheduled for October 26th.

• Forwarded Resolution 17-2021 Procurement Policy to Council as written (5-0)
• Tabled Keller Ave. change order discussion until November Council meeting (5-0)
• Scheduled additional 2022 budget meeting for October 26th
• Entered closed session for police union contract negotiations (6-0)
• Reconvened to open session (6-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council will meet to discuss the costs of moving the Amery Public Library to the City Center and review the Ambulance Board merger. The agenda also includes reviewing a change order for the Keller Ave. project and discussing city signage.

• Discussion of Amery Public Library moving costs estimated between $50,000 and $78,000
• Review of MSA Change Order 4 for the Keller Ave. Project
• Review of Pay Request #5 for A-1 Excavating
• Ordinance 13-2021 regarding Fire Inspections
• Resolution 16-2021 to redistrict ward boundaries

The Amery City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a new fire inspection ordinance (13-2021), a city officers ordinance (15-2021), and a redistricting resolution (16-2021). They also approved a pay request for A-1 Excavating, a schedule of fees, two certified survey maps, a signage quote from Graphic House (not to exceed $30,000), and allocated $20,000 to the Amery Public Library for moving costs. In closed session, the council approved the Police Union Contract and the payout of accrued compensated time for the Police Department effective 12-31-2021.

• Approved Ordinance 13-2021 Fire Inspections (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 15-2021 City Officers (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 16-2021 Redistrict Ward Boundaries (3-0)
• Approved Pay Request #5 for A-1 Excavating (3-0)
• Approved Schedule of Fees as presented (3-0)
• Approved Lyle Klink and Justice/Dieckman Certified Survey Maps (3-0)
• Approved signage quote from Graphic House, cost not to exceed $30,000 (3-0)
• Allocated $20,000 to Amery Public Library for moving costs (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Amery Plan Commission will discuss and make recommendations on two certified survey map applications. The first involves Lyle Klink's property at 453 Harrison Avenue to update the legal description of a parcel split by the street. The second involves properties at 442 and 444 Harrison Avenue to create zero-lot-lines due to the proposed dissolution of a condominium plat. No final decisions are made at this meeting; the commission's recommendations will go to the City Council.

• Certified Survey Map for Lyle Klink, 453 Harrison Avenue, to update legal description of parcel split by Harrison Avenue
• Certified Survey Map for Justice Dieckman and Bette Adams, 442 & 444 Harrison Avenue, for zero-lot-lines due to proposed condominium plat dissolution
• Both applications submitted by Northland Surveying, with a $60 fee plus $10 per lot created
• Applicants may be billed for engineering and legal fees exceeding a $300 deposit

The Amery Plan Commission approved two certified survey maps at its September 23, 2021 meeting. The first map resolves lot line disputes for Lyle Klink, and the second combines lots for a twin home owned by Justice/Dieckman. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved certified survey map for Lyle Klink lot line location (5-0)
• Approved certified survey map for Justice/Dieckman zero lot-lines (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and provide direction on several items, including three proposed ordinances (fire inspection, abandoned vehicles, and city officers), a redistricting resolution, the South Industrial Park update, a change order for curb work on Keller Avenue, city center outdoor signage, the schedule of fees, library move costs, electric car charging stations, and a safe exchange spot designation. The committee will also enter closed session for police union negotiations. The meeting includes a public comment period with an update on the Keller Avenue project.

• Ordinance 13-2021: Fire inspection duties, including annual inspections and authority to enter properties
• Ordinance 14-2021: Abandoned vehicle rules, including 48-hour presumption and impoundment procedures
• Ordinance 15-2021: City officers' powers and appointment terms
• Resolution 16-2021: Redistricting ward boundaries
• Direction on change order for curb on Keller Avenue

The Committee of the Whole forwarded Ordinance 13-2021 (fire inspections) to Council as written, despite one nay vote, and unanimously forwarded Ordinance 15-2021 (city officer roles) and Resolution 16-2021 (ward boundaries). The abandoned vehicles ordinance was sent back to staff for revisions. The Committee also recommended sending the South Industrial Park project to bid this fall and approved a 25% cost reduction for curb work on Keller Ave.

• Forwarded Ordinance 13-2021 Fire Inspections to Council (5-1)
• Forwarded Ordinance 15-2021 City Officers to Council (6-0)
• Forwarded Resolution 16-2021 Redistrict Ward Boundaries to Council (6-0)
• Sent Ordinance 14-2021 Abandoned Vehicles back to staff for revisions
• Recommended South Industrial Park project be sent to bid this fall (6-0)
• Approved 25% reduction in cost to Concrete Contractor for Keller Ave curb (6-0)
• Recommended Schedule of Fees to Council as presented (6-0)
• Tabled library move costs discussion until October Council Meeting (6-0)

Fire Committee

The Amery Fire Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several fire department matters, including the 2022 budget and firefighter wage scale, fire inspection ordinances, and a capital equipment replacement plan. They will also review financials, the fire chief's report, and roadside fire numbers. No final decisions are made by this committee; recommendations go to the full council.

• Discussion/Recommendation: 2022 Fire Dept. Budget/Wage Scale for Firefighters
• Discussion/Recommendation: Fire Inspection Ordinances
• Discussion/Recommendation: Update on Blacktop for Fire Department
• Discussion/Recommendation: Capital Equipment Replacement Plan Updates
• Discussion: Financial Review of the Fire Department

The Fire Committee approved a $100 fee for the first failed fire inspection and for all subsequent corrective reinspections, and approved the 2022 Fire Department budget (minus the piercing nozzle) as presented. The financial review was postponed due to server issues, and no action was taken on updating roadside address signs.

• Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Set fire inspection reinspection fee at $100 for first and all subsequent corrective reinspections (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Fire Department budget, excluding piercing nozzle (4-0)

City Council

The September 1, 2021, special meeting includes discussions on Ordinance #12-2021 regarding parking restrictions and a pavement marking plan. The Council will also address the Amery Airport entitlement transfer to Burlington Municipal Airport and a potential property purchase of the Amery Golf Course.

• Ordinance #12-2001: Parking Restrictions
• Amery Airport Entitlement Transfer to Burlington Municipal Airport
• Discussion on Tim Christensen purchase of Amery Golf Course Property
• A-1 Excavating Change Order #3
• Amery Public Library moving costs to Amery City Center

The Amery City Council approved six resolutions amending TID 6 and TID 7 boundaries and uses to help fund the proposed South Industrial Park project. The council also approved a revised pavement marking plan for Keller Ave., a change order for downtown sidewalk and storm sewer work, and letters to Polk County regarding ARPA funds and the recycling center. In closed session, the council promoted Patty Bjorklund to City Administrator and Ben Jansen to City Clerk-Treasurer.

• Approved Ordinance 12-2021 parking restrictions for Keller Ave. (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 09-2021 through 14-2021 amending TID 6 and TID 7 boundaries and uses (5-0 each)
• Approved Change Order 3 for A-1 Excavating in the amount of $238,620.55 (5-0)
• Approved revised pavement marking plan for Keller Ave. (4-1)
• Approved letter to Polk County requesting ARPA matching funds (5-0)
• Approved letter to Polk County supporting keeping Recycling Center open (5-0)
• Promoted Patty Bjorklund to City Administrator with salary of $86,000 (5-0)
• Promoted Ben Jansen to City Clerk-Treasurer with salary of $66,560 (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss transferring $148,000 in airport entitlements from Amery Municipal Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport. The meeting also includes discussions on downtown parking signs, concert venues, and historical society display cases.

• Transfer of $148,000 in 2017 Block Grant funds from Amery Municipal Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport
• Discussion regarding Downtown Parking Signs and Maple St. Parking Lot
• Discussion regarding Woody McBride Concert Venues
• Amery Historical Society request for use of three stand-alone glass cases in the new Amery City Center
• Closed session regarding employee evaluations, wages, and Police Union negotiations

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to increase the Keller Ave. parking limit from 1 hour to 2 hours in previously posted areas. It also approved an entitlement transfer of state funds from the Amery Municipal Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport. Staff were directed to bring further signage and ordinance recommendations to the September Council meeting, and to explore options for housing the Amery Historical Society in the new City Center. The committee entered closed session for employee evaluations and police union negotiations, then reconvened and adjourned.

• Increased Keller Ave. parking limit from 1 hour to 2 hours (5-0)
• Approved entitlement transfer from Amery Municipal Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport (5-0)
• Directed police chief and public works director to return in September with signage and ordinance recommendations
• Instructed staff to contact Ayres and Mike Jensen about Historical Society display/storage options
• Entered closed session for employee evaluations and police union negotiations (5-0)
• Reconvened to open session at 6:55 P.M. (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:55 P.M. (5-0)

Fire Committee

The Amery Fire Committee met on August 10, 2021, to discuss the department's financial status and the Fire Chief's report on inspections. The agenda included recommendations for updating fire inspection ordinances and establishing the 2022 budget and firefighter wage scale. Additionally, the committee reviewed updates on the fire department's blacktop project and capital equipment replacement plans.

• Discussion/Recommendation: Fire Inspection Ordinances
• Discussion/Recommendation: 2022 Fire Dept. Budget/Wage Scale for Firefighters
• Discussion/Recommendation: Update on Blacktop for Fire Department
• Discussion/Recommendation: Capital Equipment Replacement Plan Updates
• Discussion: Financial Review of the Fire Department

City Council

The Amery City Council approved $20,000 for library shelving (4-1), hired Amanda Runnels as a full-time police officer at $23.79/hour, and approved several other items including an Ethics Board appointment, a $99,911 pay request for the Keller Avenue Project, a $1,990 ad in the Polk County Visitor's Guide, and a hangar lease. The council also tabled a decision on downtown no-parking signs until the August 17 Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Approved $20,000 for library shelving (4-1)
• Hired Amanda Runnels as full-time police officer at $23.79/hour (5-0)
• Approved Ethics Board appointments (5-0)
• Approved $99,911 pay request #4 for Keller Avenue Project (5-0)
• Approved $1,990 for full-page ad in 2022 Polk County Visitor's Guide (5-0)
• Approved hangar lease D-4 for Eugene Trenda (5-0)
• Tabled decision on downtown no-parking signs until August 17 Committee of the Whole
• Approved consent agenda including multiple meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider technology, furniture, and shelving needs for the new Amery City Center, including a $343,535 funding request from the Library Board. The agenda includes two items: technology needs through Abcom and library furniture/shelving needs, followed by adjournment.

• Library Board requesting $343,535 from City of Amery for library project
• Shelving estimate: $200,000; furnishings estimate: $67,435
• Moving estimate from Yerges Moving and Storage: $9,368.00-$10,605.50
• Technology quote revised to $65,495 as part of building-wide technology plan
• Meeting held at 118 Center St. W, Amery, WI at 7:30 PM and via Zoom

The Amery City Council approved $147,471 for structural cabling, $57,804 for Council Chambers, $12,000 for Police audio/visual, and $12,000 for Library audio/visual, all for the new City Center. It also allocated $20,000 to the Library for furniture needs. The shelving discussion was tabled until more information is brought forward.

• Approved $147,471 for structural cabling in the City Center
• Approved $57,804 for the City Council Chambers
• Approved $12,000 for Audio/Visual for the Police Dept.
• Approved $12,000 for Audio/Visual for the Library
• Allocated $20,000 to the Library for furniture needs
• Tabled shelving discussion until more information is brought forward

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a range of items including a proposed $18,600 site assessment of Bobber Park for potential commercial redevelopment, a new gifts and memorials policy, and several park and infrastructure topics. The agenda also includes department head reports and public comment on the Keller Avenue project. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion session.

• SEH proposal for Bobber Park site assessment: $18,600 total (wetland delineation $4,500, geotechnical coordination $1,500, soil borings est. $5,000, infrastructure review $3,500, site analysis $4,100)
• Dennis John dedication of pickleball court
• Sewer/water feasibility study for Soldier's Field
• Gifts and Memorials Policy discussion (major donations $1,500+ require council approval)
• ATV parking for Cattail Trailhead and 5K trail near cemetery

The Committee of the Whole recommended a deal with Polk County for an ATV parking lot at the Cattail Trailhead, where the City will clear and base the lot and the County will pave and paint it. It also approved several technology costs for the new City Center, including $147,471 for structural cabling, $57,804 for Council Chambers equipment, and $12,000 each for Police and Library audio/visual needs. The Committee tabled the Library shelving discussion pending more information and allocated $20,000 for Library furniture. It also recommended a $1,990 ad purchase for the 2022 Polk County Visitor Guide.

• Recommended ATV parking deal with Polk County to Council (5-0)
• Approved $147,471 for structural cabling (5-0)
• Approved $57,804 for Council Chambers equipment (5-0)
• Reduced Police audio/visual cost to $12,000 (5-0)
• Reduced Library audio/visual cost to $12,000 (5-0)
• Tabled Library shelving discussion until more info (5-0)
• Allocated $20,000 for Library furniture (5-0)
• Recommended $1,990 ad purchase for 2022 Polk County Visitor Guide (5-0)

Fire Committee

The Amery Fire Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several items, including approval of minutes, a financial review of the Fire Department, the Fire Chief's report on inspections, blacktop for the Fire Department, and updates to the Capital Equipment Replacement Plan. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person.

• Discussion/Recommendation: Approval of Minutes
• Discussion: Financial Review of the Fire Department
• Discussion: Fire Chief's Report/Fire Inspections
• Discussion/Recommendation: Blacktop for Fire Department
• Discussion/Recommendation: Capital Equipment Replacement Plan Updates

The Fire Committee approved spending up to $22,765 for blacktop in front of the fire hall, with costs to be researched and reported next month. They also approved splitting pool-fill revenue, with 3/4 going to historical artifacts and 1/4 to the city for bulk water. The minutes from April 13, 2021, were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussed only.

• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved pool-fill money split: 3/4 for historical artifacts, 1/4 to city for bulk water (5-0)
• Approved blacktop in front of fire hall, not to exceed $22,765 (5-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council holds a special meeting to act on a consent agenda and discuss items including a trespass ordinance, certified survey maps for the Housing Authority, TIF amendments, no-parking signs on Keller Ave., a pay request for A-1 Excavating, tornado sirens, and cost breakdowns for the City Center project. A closed session is scheduled to discuss Keller Avenue property purchases.

• Ordinance 11-2021 on trespass
• Certified Survey Maps for Housing Authority
• TIF Amendments with Dave Rasmussen
• No Parking Signs on Keller Ave.
• Pay Request #3 for A-1 Excavating

The Amery City Council approved Ordinance 11-2021 to address park vandalism, certified survey maps for the Housing Authority duplexes, a $14,500 contract with MSA for TIF amendments, and Pay Request #3 for $314,049.12 for the Keller Avenue Project. The council tabled a decision on downtown no-parking signs until August 4, 2021, and discussed tornado sirens, library costs, and other items for future meetings.

• Approved Ordinance 11-2021 (trespass amendment) to help police with park vandalism.
• Approved Housing Authority Certified Survey Maps to separate duplexes onto individual lots.
• Approved contract with MSA for TIF amendments (TIF #6, #7, possible #9) at $14,500 for South Industrial Park.
• Approved Pay Request #3 from A-1 Excavating for $314,049.12 for the Keller Avenue Project.
• Tabled decision on no-parking signs on Main Street until August 4, 2021.
• Discussed tornado siren placement for 2022 budget consideration.
• Discussed library moving costs ($343,535 requested) and technology/security pricing for further review.
• Held closed session on Keller Avenue Project negotiations; reconvened and adjourned.

Plan Commission

The Amery Plan Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on a certified survey map submitted by the Amery Housing Authority. The map covers unplatted lands in Section 33, T33N, R16W, and includes multiple lots and easements. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Certified Survey Map for Housing Authority
• Map includes lots of 2.05, 0.42, 0.38, 0.40, and 0.53 acres
• 22-foot-wide easement for ingress and egress
• Owner: Amery Housing Authority, 300 Harriman Avenue N.

The Plan Commission approved Certified Survey Maps for the Housing Authority's property on Harrison Ave. The maps divide the current single large plot into individual parcels for each townhome, allowing them to be sold separately. The motion passed 4-0.

• Approved Certified Survey Maps for Housing Authority property on Harrison Ave (4-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss sidewalk, curb, gutter, and pavement remedies for Keller Avenue with MSA, a consulting firm. The meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2021, at 5:00 PM at City Hall and via Zoom. No formal votes are listed on the agenda beyond the discussion item and adjournment.

• Discussion of sidewalk/curb/gutter/pavement remedies for Keller Avenue with MSA
• Special meeting notice posted June 17, 2021, on city website and at City Hall, Library, and Police Department

The Amery City Council approved options B, C, and D for the downtown Keller Ave. sidewalk/curb/gutter/pavement project, including colored concrete in boulevards, an additional storm sewer on the 200 block, and tilting the 100 block for drainage. The motion passed 4-1, with Alderperson Strohbusch voting no. The concrete color was specified as charcoal gray in the amended motion.

• Approved options B, C, and D for downtown project (4-1)
• Approved charcoal gray as boulevard concrete color (4-1)

City Council

The Amery Common Council held a special meeting on June 18, 2021, at City Hall and via Zoom. The sole substantive agenda item was the ratification of resolutions authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for water and sewer systems. No other policy decisions or public hearings were listed.

• Resolution #08-2021 to ratify authorization for up to $1,066,194 in water system revenue bonds (series 2021)
• Resolution #08-2021 to ratify authorization for up to $1,071,804 in sewerage system revenue bonds (series 2021)

The Amery City Council approved Resolution #08-2021, authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $1,066,194 in water system revenue bonds and up to $1,071,804 in sewerage system revenue bonds, both series 2021. The motion passed 4-0. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Resolution #08-2021, authorizing up to $1,066,194 in water system revenue bonds, series 2021.
• Approved Resolution #08-2021, authorizing up to $1,071,804 in sewerage system revenue bonds, series 2021.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 2:30 p.m.

City Council

The Amery City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the ongoing Keller Avenue sidewalk project, including a public petition to halt it. The council will also consider a pay request to contractor A-1 Excavating, contingent on the project meeting funding compliance.

• Public comment on petition to halt the Keller Avenue Project over sidewalk concerns
• Pay Request Number 2 for A-1 Excavating, contingent on funding compliance
• MSA sidewalk update
• Meeting held between 100 and 200 blocks of Keller Avenue N. and at 118 Center St. W.

The Amery City Council met on June 15, 2021, to address public concerns about sidewalk and curb issues on the Keller Avenue project. After discussion, the council tabled a decision on sidewalk/curb and gutter corrections to the next meeting on June 22, 2021, requesting MSA bring design options, cost estimates, and timeline options. The council conditionally approved Pay Request #2 for A-1 Excavating in the amount of $857,380.65, contingent on the project being in compliance with funding.

• Tabled sidewalk/curb and gutter concerns on Keller Avenue to June 22, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Conditionally approved Pay Request #2 for A-1 Excavating for $857,380.65, contingent on funding compliance (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss department reports, a TIF financing update for the South Industrial Park Improvements, a trespass ordinance, security cameras for city parks, and low voltage wiring for the City Center project. The TIF update proposes using multiple tax increment districts to fund the estimated $2.25 million project after an EDA grant was unsuccessful.

• TIF financing update: proposed $2.25M South Industrial Park Improvements funded via TIDs #6, #7, #8, #9
• Ordinance 11-2021: revising trespass rules, including no-trespass orders for city property
• Security cameras for city parks: $2,293.84 quote from CWS Security Watch for North Park east bathrooms
• Low voltage wiring for City Center project
• Department head reports from City Administrator, Police Chief, Public Works Director, Library Director

The Committee of the Whole recommended Ordinance 11-2021 (Trespass) to the Council, allowing police to ban certain individuals from parks for a set time after vandalism. It also recommended purchasing three security camera systems for parks at a total cost of $6,802.52. TIF financing options for the $2.25M South Industrial Park improvements were discussed but tabled for further review at the July 7 council meeting.

• Recommended Ordinance 11-2021: Trespass to Council (5-0)
• Recommended CWS security cameras for 3 park locations to Council (5-0)
• Tabled TIF financing discussion for South Industrial Park until July 7 meeting

City Council

The Amery City Council approved two resolutions authorizing the issuance and sale of revenue bonds for the Keller Avenue Project. Resolution #06-2021 authorizes up to $1,071,804 in sewerage system revenue bonds to secure Clean Water Fund Loan funding, and Resolution #07-2021 authorizes up to $1,066,194 in water system revenue bonds to secure Safe Drinking Water Fund Loan funding. Both motions passed with 3 ayes and 0 nays, with two alderpersons absent. The meeting was adjourned at 5:26 p.m.

• Approved Resolution #06-2021 authorizing up to $1,071,804 in sewerage system revenue bonds for the Keller Avenue Project
• Approved Resolution #07-2021 authorizing up to $1,066,194 in water system revenue bonds for the Keller Avenue Project
• Adjourned the special meeting at 5:26 p.m.

City Council

The Amery Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider two items related to the Keller Avenue Project: a concrete remediation proposal and approval of colored concrete for bump-outs. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Keller Avenue Project concrete remediation proposal
• Approval of colored concrete for bump-outs on Keller Avenue Project

The Amery City Council approved a $9 per foot remediation cost for Keller Avenue sidewalk sections that were poured at 7 inches instead of the required 8 inches, reducing the contractor's original $11.50 per foot price by $2.50. The council also voted to keep red colored concrete for all bump-outs on the project at $6.70 per square foot. Both motions passed unanimously with 4 ayes and 0 nays.

• Approved $9 per foot concrete remediation for Keller Avenue sidewalk sections (4-0)
• Approved red colored concrete for all bump-outs on Keller Avenue project at $6.70/sq ft (4-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council will hold a regular meeting on June 2, 2021, with several action items. They will consider an ordinance setting mailbox placement standards, resolutions on an ambulance service merger and a certified survey map for an alley dedication, and an update on the Industrial Park Road. The council will also approve liquor and other licenses and enter closed session to discuss a full-time police officer position.

• Ordinance 09-2021: Mailboxes — sets placement and construction standards, effective Nov 1, 2021
• Resolution 04-2021: Ambulance Service Merger with Northland Ambulance
• Resolution 05-2021: City Hall Certified Survey Map for Alley Dedication
• Industrial Park Road update from Erik Henningsgard
• Closed session: Full-time police officer employment

The Amery City Council approved Ordinance 09-2021 requiring new mailboxes to follow USPS recommendations, and Resolution 04-2021 supporting an exploratory ambulance service merger. They also approved Resolution 05-2021 for the city to take control of an alley behind City Hall and secure a storm sewer easement. The council approved annual liquor, cigarette, and other licenses, and after closed session, hired Paul Houx as a full-time police officer at $27.34/hour. The Industrial Park Road project received no federal grant funding, and other funding options are being explored.

• Approved Ordinance 09-2021 on mailbox standards (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-2021 supporting ambulance service merger exploration (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 05-2021 for alley dedication and storm sewer easement (4-0)
• Approved annual liquor, cigarette, and other licenses (4-0)
• Hired Paul Houx as full-time police officer at $27.34/hour (4-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council is holding a special meeting to review bid results and updates for the City Center project. The agenda includes a single substantive item on the project's bid results, followed by adjournment. The attached documents list detailed cost estimates and bid tabulations for various construction work categories.

• City Center project bid results/update
• Total bid subtotal of $2,922,846 across work categories
• Lowest bids include HVAC at $774,000 (KBK Plumbing & HVAC) and electrical at $375,000 (Neo)
• Construction management services at $82,892
• General conditions subtotal of $260,495

The Amery City Council unanimously approved a $3,586,000 bid from Market and Johnson for the City Center project during a special meeting on May 18, 2021. The motion passed with six ayes and no nays. The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m. after the single substantive action.

• Approved $3,586,000 City Center bid from Market and Johnson (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss and potentially act on several items, including two ordinances (mailboxes and housing standards), a resolution on ambulance service merger, and updates on the City Center project and other city matters. Public comment will include updates on the Keller Avenue Project and Polk County Recycling Center.

• Ordinance 09-2021: Mailbox placement and damage reimbursement rules (up to $100)
• Ordinance 10-2021: Chapter 258 Housing minimum standards
• Resolution 04-2021: Ambulance Service Merger
• City Center Project bid results/update
• ATV parking for Cattail Trailhead and Clock Tower Restoration

The Committee of the Whole recommended three items to the City Council: Ordinance 09-2021 requiring mailboxes to meet USPS standards, Resolution 04-2021 supporting an ambulance service merger with Northland Ambulance, and forwarding the City Center Project bid of $3,586,000 after value engineering. No action was taken on Ordinance 10-2021 regarding housing code changes, and the ATV parking expansion for Cattail Trailhead was deferred to June.

• Recommended Ordinance 09-2021 (mailboxes) to Council (7-0)
• Recommended Resolution 04-2021 (ambulance merger) to Council (7-0)
• Forwarded City Center Project bid of $3,586,000 to Special Council Meeting (7-0)
• No action on Ordinance 10-2021 (housing code) — committee to research changes

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss and potentially act on several items, including ordinances on mailboxes and housing standards, a resolution on ambulance service merger, and updates on the City Center Project and other local projects. Public comment will include updates on the Keller Avenue Project and Polk County Recycling Center.

• Ordinance 09-2021: Mailbox placement and damage reimbursement rules, effective Nov 1, 2021
• Ordinance 10-2021: Amending Chapter 258 Housing (minimum housing standards)
• Resolution 04-2021: Ambulance Service Merger
• City Center Project bid results/update
• ATV parking for Cattail Trailhead and Clock Tower Restoration

City Council

The Amery City Council will vote on three ordinances, including the creation of an Ethics Board, and four resolutions related to financing the City Center project. The agenda includes accepting the final bond term sheet from Baird Capital and approving a pay application for A-1 Excavating. The Council will also discuss the installation of speakers on Keller Avenue and the Waterman’s Recycling contract.

• Ordinance 04-2021: Ethics Board
• Ordinance 08-2021: Fire Inspection Duties
• Resolution 02-2021: Health Care Revenue Bonds
• Resolution 05-2021: General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Acceptance of Baird Capital G.O. Bond-Term Sheet

The Amery City Council approved three ordinances (Ethics Board, Chapter 47 revisions, Fire Inspection Duties) and four resolutions (Health Care Revenue Bonds, CMAR, Anticipation Note, General Obligation Refunding Bonds) unanimously. It also approved a pay application for A-1 Excavating contingent on compliance paperwork, accepted Baird Capital bond documents, and appointed Ashley Long to the Library Board. No action was taken on ATV parking relocation or recycling contract changes.

• Approved Ordinance 04-2021 (Ethics Board) (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 07-2021 (Chapter 47 revisions) (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 08-2021 (Fire Inspection Duties) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 02-2021 (Health Care Revenue Bonds) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-2021 (CMAR) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-2021 (Anticipation Note) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 05-2021 (General Obligation Refunding Bonds) (5-0)
• Approved Ashley Long's appointment to Library Board (5-0)

City Council

The Amery Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss two items related to the Keller Ave. project: a change order for replacing light poles and conduit, and the possible installation of speaker wire and speakers. No other business is listed.

• Change order for replacement of light poles and conduit for Keller Ave. Project
• Possible installation of speaker wire and speakers on Keller Ave.

The Amery City Council approved Change Order Number 2 for the Keller Ave project, adding $156,808 in costs for road base fill, conduit, wire, and installation of new light poles, including replacing all smaller poles for uniformity. The council discussed but took no action on installing speaker wire and speakers on Keller Ave, asking the consultant to check with the electrical contractor about feasibility.

• Approved Change Order Number 2 for Keller Ave light poles and conduit at $156,808 (4-0)
• Discussed speaker installation on Keller Ave but took no action; consultant to consult electrical contractor

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss several municipal items including contract updates, internet services, and the sale of Soldier’s Field property. The committee will also review proposed ordinances regarding the Ethics Board, advisory opinions, and fire inspection duties.

• Ordinance 04-2021: Creation of an Ethics Board
• Ordinance 07-2021: Revisions to advisory opinion procedures
• Ordinance 08-2021: Fire Inspection Duties revisions
• Resolution 02-2021: Issuance and sale of Health Care Revenue Bonds, Series 2021
• Discussion regarding Waterman’s Contract update

The Committee of the Whole voted to send three ordinances to the full council: creating an Ethics Board (04-2021), revising Chapter 47 (07-2021), and updating fire inspection duties (08-2021). It also approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of health care revenue bonds for Amery Medical Center's refinancing. The committee recommended listing Soldier's Field at $93,500 and discussed but took no action on Waterman's contract, internet service, and light pole replacement costs.

• Approved Ordinance 04-2021 (Ethics Board) with added privacy concerns to full council (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 07-2021 (Chapter 47 revisions) as written (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 08-2021 (Fire Inspection Duties) as written (6-0, Flanum abstained)
• Approved Resolution 02-2021 for health care revenue bonds (7-0)
• Recommended listing Soldier's Field at $93,500 to city council (7-0)
• Requested special council meeting for April 22 to address Keller Avenue light pole conduit issues

Fire Committee

The Amery Fire Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of minutes, review Fire Department finances, hear the Fire Chief's report on inspections, update the Capital Equipment Replacement Plan, and consider department bylaws. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters regarding the Fire Chief. The agenda includes both discussion items and potential recommendations.

• Discussion/Recommendation: Approval of Minutes
• Discussion: Financial Review of the Fire Department
• Discussion: Fire Chief's Report/Fire Inspections
• Discussion/Recommendation: Capital Equipment Replacement Plan Updates
• Discussion/Recommendation: Bylaws of the Amery Fire Department

The Fire Committee approved the March meeting minutes unanimously. They reviewed the fire department's finances and discussed the 2% Fire Dues Audit findings, including training requirements and potential ordinance changes. The chief reported that fire inspections are ongoing, with 190 total, and proposed a special pay rate of $18/hour for inspectors. The committee also discussed capital equipment replacement, preferring Pierce trucks, and entered closed session for personnel matters before adjourning.

• Approved March meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed 2% Fire Dues Audit outcomes and potential ordinance changes
• Discussed fire inspection status and proposed $18/hour inspector pay rate
• Discussed capital equipment replacement, preferring Pierce trucks
• Entered closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)(f) (5-0)
• Reconvened to open session (5-0)
• Adjourned at 7:05 P.M. (5-0)

Board of Review

The Amery Board of Review is meeting only to adjourn because the assessment roll is not complete. The board will reconvene on July 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. No other business is scheduled.

• Meeting adjourned to July 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
• Assessment roll incomplete at this time

City Council

The Amery City Council is reviewing a $4,250,000 General Obligation bond plan to fund the City Center renovation. The agenda includes a presentation by Baird Capital comparing 10-year and 20-year debt service impacts on local property taxes. The council will also vote on ordinances establishing water and sewer charges for Tax Incremental District No. 6 related to the Keller Avenue project.

• Ordinance 05-2021: Creates Chapter 411-37 for Tax Incremental District Water Charges
• Ordinance 06-2021: Creates Chapter 350-2 for Tax Incremental District Sewer Charges
• Baird Capital presentation on $4,250,000 G.O. Bond for City Center
• Change order for Maple St. portion of Keller Ave Project
• Amendment to Safe Drinking Water Loan and Clean Water Fund Loan Administration contract

The Amery City Council approved a 20-year repayment plan for the City Center project, which Baird Capital recommended to avoid a large tax increase. It also approved two ordinances for tax incremental district water and sewer charges, a $39,355 change order for the Maple Street portion of the Keller Avenue Project, and an amendment for loan administration. The council hired Taylor Larson as administrative assistant at $18.00 per hour and made numerous appointments to boards and commissions.

• Approved Ordinance 05-2021 (TID water charges) and 06-2021 (TID sewer charges) unanimously
• Approved 20-year repayment plan for City Center project, recommended by Baird Capital
• Approved $39,355 change order for Maple Street storm sewer upgrade
• Approved amendment to contract for Safe Drinking Water and Clean Water Fund loan administration
• Hired Taylor Larson as administrative assistant at $18.00 per hour
• Elected Chad Leonard as Council President for the next year
• Approved appointments to Plan Commission, Board of Review, Library Board, Board of Appeals, Airport Commission, Tourism Committee, and Safety Coordinator
• Referred Ethics Board ordinance (04-2021) and Chapter 47 revisions (07-2021) to Committee of the Whole

Committee of the Whole

The Amery Committee of the Whole is reviewing a $4 million bond financing plan for the City Center project, discussing a contract update with Waterman's Sanitation & Recycling, and considering several other items including a possible street closure, housing development agreement, and kayak/canoe amenities. The meeting also includes a closed session for employee evaluations.

• Baird Capital presents $4,000,000 Note Anticipation Note for City Center project
• Waterman's contract update: Polk County tipping fee of $70/ton, 258 tons recycling = $18,060/year
• Possible closure of Cherry St. intersection with SH-46
• Proposed developer's agreement for housing development
• 404 Wisconsin Avenue water line issues

The Committee of the Whole recommended a $4.25 million general obligation bond for the City Center project, with a 20-year term and an example interest rate of 2.39%. It also recommended closing Cherry Street at Highway 46 and adding no-parking zones along Harriman Ave. and Burman St. during the Keller Ave. Project. The committee instructed staff to update Waterman's contract due to new recycling tipping fees and recommended a developer's agreement to assist housing developers with infrastructure costs. No action was taken on expanding kayak/canoe amenities on the Apple River.

• Recommended a $4.25 million G.O. Bond for City Center to the City Council (motion carried 7-0).
• Recommended closure of Cherry St. at Highway 46 and no-parking zones along Harriman Ave. and Burman St. (motion carried 7-0).
• Instructed Administrator Bjorklund to work with Dick Waterman to update the recycling contract and bring changes to the next meeting.
• Recommended a developer's agreement to assist housing developers with infrastructure costs (motion carried 7-0).
• Decided to contact the city attorney regarding water line issues at 404 Wisconsin Avenue before moving forward.
• Entered closed session at 6:47 P.M. for employee evaluations (motion carried).
• Reconvened into open session at 7:33 P.M. (motion carried 7-0).
• Adjourned at 7:35 P.M. (motion carried 7-0).

Fire Committee

The Amery Fire Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss and potentially recommend action on the approval of minutes, a financial review of the Fire Department, the Fire Chief's report, and updates to the Capital Equipment Replacement Plan. The meeting will also include a closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of the Fire Chief, as well as financial, medical, social, or personal histories of specific persons. The agenda is routine, with no major public decisions expected beyond these discussions.

• Discussion/Recommendation: Approval of Minutes
• Discussion: Financial Review of the Fire Department
• Discussion: Fire Chief's Report
• Discussion/Recommendation: Capital Equipment Replacement Plan Updates
• Closed Session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c)(f) regarding Fire Chief

The Fire Committee approved an additional $1,600 expense to modify one of the fire department's trucks, as requested by Fire Chief Dale Koehler. The committee discussed the capital equipment replacement plan but took no action, asking the chief to bring prices to the next meeting. The committee also approved the February meeting minutes and entered closed session for personnel matters before adjourning.

• Approved the February meeting minutes as written (6-0).
• Approved the additional $1,600 expense to modify a fire truck (6-0).
• Took no action on the capital equipment replacement plan; chief to bring prices next meeting.
• Entered closed session at 6:00 P.M. under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)(f) (6-0).
• Reconvened into open session at 7:00 P.M. (6-0).
• Adjourned at 7:05 P.M. (6-0).

City Council

The Amery City Council is holding a regular meeting with new business items including updates on the South Industrial Park and the Ayres City Center project, an oath of office for a new police officer, and a liquor and tobacco license request. The agenda also includes consent agenda items and public comment.

• South Industrial Park update from Erik Henningsgard
• Oath of office for new police officer Madeline J. Andersen
• Ayres and Associates City Center update
• Liquor and tobacco license for LYS Ventures dba Mart Stores at 237 Keller Avenue South

The Amery City Council approved moving forward with the City Center project, including an additional $25,000 for the Police Garage, bringing the preliminary budget to $3,510,347.00. The council also approved a liquor, cigarette, and tobacco license for I Mart Stores at 237 Keller Avenue, and accepted the minutes from previous meetings. Madeline J. Andersen was sworn in as a full-time police officer.

• Approved the City Center project with the $25,000 inclusion for the Police Garage, acknowledging additional costs not in the $3,510,347.00 budget.
• Approved a Liquor/Cigarette & Tobacco License for I Mart Stores at 237 Keller Avenue, effective March 3, 2021 to June 30, 2021.
• Accepted the minutes from the February 3rd, 2021 City Council meeting, the February 24th, 2021 Special Council meeting, and the February 23rd, 2021 Finance and Personnel meeting.
• Swore in Madeline J. Andersen as a full-time police officer.

City Council

The Amery City Council approved Ordinance 03-2021, which repeals and recreates Chapter 86-6 of the city code to consolidate all four existing committees (Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Finance & Personnel, and Public Safety) into a single Committee of the Whole. The decision was unanimous (5-0). The change aims to improve efficiency and allow all council members to participate more fully in discussions.

• Approved Ordinance 03-2021 to merge committees into Committee of the Whole (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:20 p.m. (5-0)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on several items, including a new $70-per-ton recycling fee for commercial haulers, an update on the Ayres City Center project, a proposed merger between Amery Area EMS and Northland Municipal Ambulance, and the hiring of an administrative assistant. The committee will also consider Ordinance 03-2021 to replace standing committees with a Committee of the Whole, and will hold a closed session to discuss employment matters for specific positions.

• Discussion: Waterman's Recycling and new $70/ton tipping fee for commercial haulers
• Discussion/Recommendation: Ayres City Center Update
• Discussion/Recommendation: Ambulance Service Merger (Amery Area EMS and Northland)
• Discussion/Recommendation: Administrative Assistant Hiring (starting wage $18.00/hr)
• Discussion/Recommendation: Ordinance 03-2021 to create Committee of the Whole

The Finance and Personnel Committee voted to recommend the City Center schedule and budget to Council, signed a letter of intent to merge with Northland Ambulance Service, approved posting for an Administrative Assistant, and recommended Ordinance 03-2021 to form a Committee of the Whole. Recycling discussion was tabled until the next meeting. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Tabled recycling discussion until next meeting (3-0)
• Recommended City Center schedule and budget to Council (3-0)
• Signed letter of intent to merge with Northland Ambulance Service (3-0)
• Approved posting for Administrative Assistant (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 03-2021 Committee of the Whole to Council (3-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel matters (3-0)

Fire Committee

The Fire Committee discussed the fire department's finances, including using savings for debt retirement, and agreed to consult the auditor. They also reviewed the fire chief's report, MABAS mutual aid update, and outdated fire protection contracts, with Chairperson Carlson offering to update them for March. The committee agreed to have the city administrator gather input from assistant chiefs for the fire chief's evaluation and discussed reviewing the vehicle replacement plan. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Agreed to consult auditor on using savings for debt retirement
• Agreed to update fire protection contracts, with Carlson to bring revisions in March
• Agreed to have city administrator consult assistant chiefs for fire chief evaluation
• Discussed hosting a meeting at the fire hall to review vehicle replacement plan

City Council

The Amery City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting a new city code of ordinances, including a vehicles and traffic chapter. They will also consider awarding the Keller Avenue Project bid, removing parking limit signs on Keller Ave, amending the Stower Seven Lakes Trail Master Plan, and approving an Axon (Taser) contract. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the Public Works Director's employment.

• Ordinances 01-2021 and 02-2021: Adoption of City Ordinances and Chapter 405 Vehicles and Traffic
• Resolution 01-2021: Publication and adoption of Code of General Ordinances
• Discussion/Action: Keller Avenue Project Bid Award
• Discussion/Action: Removal of Parking Limit Signs on Keller Ave
• Discussion/Action: Axon (Taser Int'l) Contract

The Amery City Council approved the $2,943,940 bid from A-1 Excavating for the Keller Avenue project, funded through CDBG grants, Clean and Safe Water loans, and TIF 6, with no added General Fund debt. The council also adopted the new City Code of Ordinances and related resolution, approved an Axon taser contract for the police department, and hired Jeff Mahoney as Public Works Director at $74,000 annually. Several items were discussed but not acted on, including the Stower Seven Lakes Trail amendment and removal of parking limit signs on Keller Avenue.

• Approved Ordinance 01-2021 adopting new City Code of Ordinances (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 02-2021 amending parking ban on Broadway Ave (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 01-2021 for publication and adoption of Code of Ordinances (6-0)
• Awarded Keller Avenue project bid to A-1 Excavating at $2,943,940 (6-0)
• Approved Axon (Taser Int'l) contract for Police Dept at $4,144/year for 5 years (6-0)
• Offered Public Works Director position to Jeff Mahoney at $74,000 annually (6-0)
• Accepted all consent agenda minutes (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission held a public hearing on the City of Amery Code Adoption, with no public comments. The commission reviewed Resolution 01-2021 and Ordinance 01-2021 and agreed to send them to the City Council in February. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Closed public hearing on code adoption (5-0)
• Agreed to send Resolution 01-2021 and Ordinance 01-2021 to Council in February

Finance and Personnel Committee

The committee will meet via Zoom to discuss potential incentives for developers and a recommendation regarding a Taser Int’l contract. The agenda also includes discussions on building inspector updates and employee evaluation forms.

• Discussion: Potential Incentives for Developers within the City
• Discussion/Recommendation: Building Inspector Update
• Discussion/Recommendation: Employee Evaluation Forms
• Discussion/Recommendation: Taser Int’l Contract
• Closed Session: Evaluations for Public Works Director, Laborer, Police Officer, and Department Head

The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended a five-year Axon (Taser International) contract to the City Council, which would provide the police department with the newest equipment and accessories for $4,100 per year. The committee also discussed potential developer incentives, received a building inspector update, and reviewed a proposed employee evaluation form. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended Axon contract to City Council (2-0, Strohbusch abstained)
• Moved into closed session for employee evaluations (3-0)
• Reconvened into open session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Public Safety and Welfare Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly recommend removing parking limit signs on Keller Ave., review the Emergency Management Plan, and consider Ordinance 02-2021 updating Chapter 405 (Vehicles and Traffic). The meeting is held via Zoom on January 26, 2021, immediately following the Finance and Personnel meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on removal of parking limit signs on Keller Ave.
• Discussion/recommendation on Emergency Management Plan
• Discussion/recommendation on Ordinance 02-2021: Chapter 405 Vehicles and Traffic
• Meeting held via Zoom; agenda includes call to order, roll call, and adjournment

The Public Safety Committee voted 3-0 to approve Ordinance 02-2021, which amends Chapter 405 (Vehicles and Traffic) to remove a parking ban on the south side of Broadway St. that was never posted with signs and deemed unnecessary by Police Chief Tom Marson. The committee also discussed parking limit signs on Keller Ave. but took no action, and heard that Deputy Clerk-Treasurer Ben Jansen began emergency management classes at UW-Green Bay.

• Approved Ordinance 02-2021 removing Broadway St. south side parking ban (3-0)
• Discussed Keller Ave. parking limit signs; no action taken

Park and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council draft a letter to the County regarding the Stower Seven Lakes Trail Master Plan. The recommendation follows discussion at a prior Public Works Committee meeting, with one member noting the County's quick timeline. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended drafting a letter to the County on Stower Seven Lakes Trail Master Plan (3-0)

Fire Committee

The Amery Fire Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss and make recommendations on organizing the committee and reviewing the City of Amery Emergency Management Plan. The meeting is open to the public and will also include a call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion/Recommendation: Organization of the Fire Committee
• Discussion/Recommendation: City of Amery Emergency Management Plan

The Fire Committee, created by a resolution between the City of Amery and the Towns of Lincoln, Black Brook, and Alden, held its first meeting and elected officers. Ace Carlson of Lincoln was elected Chairperson and George Fowler of Black Brook was elected Vice-Chairperson, both by unanimous roll call votes. The committee also discussed updating the City of Amery Emergency Management Plan but took no action, and decided to meet on the third Tuesday of each month for at least six months.

• Elected Ace Carlson (Lincoln) as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected George Fowler (Black Brook) as Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Decided to meet on the third Tuesday of each month for at least 6 months
• Adjourned at 6:00 P.M. (6-0)

City Council

The Amery City Council will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, with new business including discussion of sidewalk snow removal and chargeback to property owners, discussion/action on fire committee resolutions for the Towns of Lincoln, Alden, and Black Brook, and building inspector contract revisions and renewal. The council will also enter closed session to consider contractor qualifications for the Keller Avenue Reconstruction Project. The agenda includes consent items for minutes and officer/committee reports.

• Discussion: Sidewalk Snow Removal and Chargeback of Property Owners
• Discussion/Action: Towns of Lincoln, Alden, and Black Brook Fire Committee Resolutions
• Discussion/Action: Building Inspector Contract Revisions and Renewal
• Closed Session: Keller Avenue Reconstruction Project contractor qualifications
• Consent agenda: Minutes from Dec 2, 2020 City Council and Dec 15, 2020 Finance & Personnel Committee

The Amery City Council met via Zoom on January 6, 2021, and approved several items. They accepted the Fire Committee resolutions from the Towns of Lincoln, Alden, and Black Brook, and approved revisions to the Building Inspector contract to require annual renewal. After a closed session, the council approved pre-qualified bidders for the Keller Avenue Reconstruction Project. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved minutes from Dec 2, 2020 council and Dec 15, 2020 finance meetings (6-0)
• Accepted Fire Committee resolutions from Towns of Lincoln, Alden, and Black Brook (6-0)
• Approved Building Inspector contract amendments for annual renewal (6-0)
• Approved pre-qualified bidders for Keller Avenue Reconstruction: A-1 Excavating, Haas Sons Inc., James Peterson & Sons, McCabe, Pember, Total Excavating (6-0)