Bagley public meetings in 2022
42 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission met to discuss renewal of the union contract with IBEW #294, including longevity pay and wage increase terms. The board also discussed an employee's duties and tabled the issue pending a wage study. They approved minutes, expenditures, and December bills, and received project updates on water filtration and sewer lining.
- Union contract renewal discussed with IBEW #294, including longevity pay and wage increase terms
- Board tabled discussion on Brian Gunderson's duties pending wage study results
- Approved November 2022 expenditures
- Authorized payment of December bills and recommended City Council approve Reierson Construction Pay Request #2
- New water filter installed; sewer main lining completed on State #92
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved the 2023 city budget of $1,792,444 and a levy of $651,973, a 2% increase from 2022, after a public hearing with no comments. They also approved a pay application for the Water/Wastewater Project, a raffle permit, and several routine items including liquor licenses and appointments.
- Approved 2023 budget of $1,792,444 and levy of $651,973 (2% increase)
- Approved Pay Application #2 for Water/Wastewater Project
- Approved raffle permit for Firemen's Relief (drawing April 1)
- Approved liquor licenses for Main Street Tavern, Bowl Inn, American Legion, DaRoo's Pizza
- Approved Resolution #31-22 for MNDOT grant agreement
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission met on November 16, 2022, to approve minutes, expenditures, and personnel actions. They discussed updates on water filter installation, internet project, sewer pond work, and union contract negotiations. The commission approved hiring two office assistants and reviewed financial reports.
- Approved October 2022 expenditures
- Authorized water filter installation for November 28
- Discussed internet project node replacement
- Approved hiring Ashley Shongo as Full Time Office Assistant at 90% wage
- Approved hiring Desiree Erickson as Part Time Office Assistant at 95% wage
City Council
The Bagley City Council met as a Canvassing Board to review and accept the results of the 2022 General Election. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other business discussed.
- 2022 General Election results reviewed and accepted
City Council
The Bagley City Council held a public hearing to discuss two proposed ordinances regulating edible cannabinoid products. Ordinance 186 would regulate their sale, while Ordinance 187 would prohibit possession, use, and distribution by underage persons in public places. No public attended the hearing, and the ordinances will be considered by the council at a later meeting.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 186 (regulation of edible cannabinoid sales)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 187 (prohibition for underage persons in public places)
- No public attendance at hearing
- Ordinances to be brought before City Council at next meeting
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved the sale of a city-owned lot in the Kastner Addition for $12,000 to Neil Lewis for affordable housing, with construction deadlines. The council also discussed a police complaint, approved airport crack sealing payment, and scheduled a public hearing on a cannabinoid ordinance.
- Approved sale of Kastner lot for $12,000 with June 1, 2023 construction start and November 1, 2023 completion
- Approved pay application for airport crack sealing, contingent on acceptance letter
- Scheduled public hearing for November 9 on edible cannabinoid ordinance
- Approved 3-year Brady Martz auditing contract for 2022-2024
- Awarded 2008 Mercury Mariner to L. LaFerriere for $5,201
City Council
The Bagley City Council met with townships holding fire protection contracts to review the proposed 2023 Fire Department budget, which includes a $2,000 increase for repairs and maintenance. Officials discussed the increase, budget rollover, and fire department staffing. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.
- 2023 Fire Department proposed budget with $2,000 increase for repairs and maintenance
- Discussion of potential retirement of a long-term volunteer affecting maintenance costs
- Fire truck savings account and general ledger activity reviewed
- Fire Chief reported full roster and excellent attendance
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved routine items including minutes, expenditures, and invoices, and authorized a $508,759.96 draw from interim funding through MRWA to pay off a Midi-Loan. They also discussed power supply concerns, water project progress, meter reading equipment replacement, and a union wage opener. The board approved a three-year contract with Brady Martz and a records retention invoice.
- Approved Draw #1 of $508,759.96 from MRWA interim funding to pay off Midi-Loan (principal $536,000, interest $4,154)
- Discussed potential need for generators at lift stations due to MISO power supply warnings
- Quotes for replacing meter reading handhelds: $8,000 each (two units) or $18,000 for truck-mounted unit
- Approved three-year contract with Brady Martz with rate increases, contingent on City acceptance
- Approved payment to Colleen Lindgren for records retention; City to reimburse half
City Council
The Bagley City Council met and approved routine items, including September checks and invoices, and reviewed September finances. They approved several construction payments and a lighting upgrade, tabled a decision on police body cameras for more research, and set a price range for selling city-owned property at 904 Central Street W. The council also received examples of ordinances regulating edible cannabinoid products for future discussion.
- Approved LED lighting replacement at Fire Department, ~$1,200 with ~$200 rebate
- Tabled body camera quote from Axon: $30,439 for 5-camera system with 5-year support
- Set price for 904 Central Street W between $16,000 and $20,000
- Approved pay application for Reierson Construction: $392,473.33 (contingent on USDA)
- Approved $508,759.96 from utility revenue bond to pay off midi-loan
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved the proposed 2023 City Budget with a 2 percent increase to the levy, and also approved a new 2023 wage table based on a wage study. The council tabled a developers agreement for city property sales until the Oct. 26 meeting, and also tabled a discussion on edible cannabis pending more information.
- Approved 2023 City Budget with 2% levy increase
- Approved new 2023 wage table from wage study by Paul Ness
- Approved Resolution #28-22 for partial redemption of Taxable Liquor Enterprise Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014C, with $120,000 principal payment
- Tabled Developers Agreement for city property sales until Oct. 26
- Tabled discussion on edible cannabis
City Council
The Bagley City Council met in special session to discuss the proposed 2023 city budget. After reviewing three scenarios, the council agreed to cut $59,000 from various departments and increase the employee benefit package by $100 per month, resulting in a 2% levy increase. The clerk will present the final proposed budget for approval at the September 28 meeting.
- 2% levy increase for 2023, first since 2017
- $59,000 in cuts across departments
- $100 per month increase to employee benefit package
- New city employee wages based on wage study by Paul Ness
- 4th police officer added to the department
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission met to approve routine expenditures, discuss water filter repairs and a backup system, and review progress on the USDA water/sewer and internet projects. They adopted two resolutions: one changing billing cycle dates for all metered services and another adding a therm factor adjustment to natural gas bills starting January 2023. The board also declined to pay $1,815 to repoint a satellite antenna due to low customer demand.
- Adopted Resolution #2022-01 to change BPU billing cycle dates for all metered services
- Adopted Resolution #2022-02 to implement a therm factor adjustment to natural gas billings effective January 2023
- Discussed adding a backup water filter system due to discolored water and parts delays
- Declined $1,815 quote from USSI Global to repoint G23 antenna for HBO signal
- Approved August 2022 expenditures and authorized September 2022 bills
City Council
The Bagley City Council discussed a proposal by Trade-Talents, Int. to build low-income housing on available lots in the Kastner Addition, with the city attorney to draft a developer's agreement if approved. The council also approved the sale of a lot in the same addition, authorized an airport grant agreement, and reviewed the 2023 budget, which will be further discussed at a special meeting.
- Low-income housing proposal by Trade-Talents, Int. for Kastner Addition lots
- Resolution #27-22 authorizing sale of lot 11 in Kastner Addition
- Resolution #26-22 authorizing Grant Agreement #1051645 for airport improvements
- August receipts $43,723.67, expenditures $84,235.20
- Fire department authorized to purchase training dummies
City Council
The Bagley City Council met on August 24, 2022, and took several actions, including selling a city-owned lot, discussing a wage study, and setting budget review dates. They also approved an encroachment permit and a silent auction for the fire department. The meeting included routine reports and motions.
- Sold lot 11 in Kastner Addition to James Anderson for $12,000, buyer pays closing costs
- Reviewed wage study by Paul Ness; instructed clerk to use 3% COLA for 2023 budget, final pay schedule pending
- Set September 14, 21, and 23 for 2023 budget review
- Approved posting for Chief of Police position
- Approved silent auction to raise funds for Bagley Fire Department
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved repairs to the water plant filter, including a $1,910 proposal for new laterals and a 40% down payment on filter media. The board also approved wage increases for several employees, contracted a negotiator for a cable sports channel renewal, and discussed a new natural gas billing factor.
- Approved Proposal #20220815-1 for water filter laterals at $1,910.00 plus 40% down payment on filter media
- Contracted Jean Edhlund for $950 to negotiate Bally Sports North contract renewal
- Approved 2% wage increase for temporary utility helpers to $11.40/hour effective July 1, 2022
- Approved wage increase for Nicholas Paulson to $29.33/hour effective August 16, 2022
- Discussed adding a therm factor to natural gas billings to recover Constellation wholesale cost adjustment
City Council
The Bagley City Council met in regular session and took action on several items, including considering a request to purchase two city lots, approving a contract amendment for airport work, and discussing the 2023 budget. The council also approved a pay increase for election judges, a joint powers agreement with the BCA, and a resolution urging state action on bonding and tax bills.
- Considered purchase of lots 9 and 11 in Kastner addition for $12,000 per lot
- Approved $5,000 amendment to Task Order No. 10 for airport obstruction removal
- Approved $2.00/hour pay increase for election judges
- Approved Resolution 23-22 Joint Powers Agreement with BCA
- Accepted low bid of $5,830 from Dyrdahl Construction for demo at 904 Central Street West
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved a task order for an airport environmental study, received an update on the water/wastewater project, and handled routine items including employee raises, a lot sale, and a permit renewal.
- Approved Task Order Two for airport environmental study
- Water/wastewater project Stage 1 to begin Aug 29 by Reierson Construction
- Approved yearly step raise for city and liquor store employees
- Approved counteroffer of $750 for city lot on Clearwater Ave
- Continued Head Start permit at 15 Clearwater Ave for 2022-2023
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission met on July 13, 2022, to review routine items and take several actions. They discussed a legislative update on a failed bonding bill, approved expenditures and bills, and agreed to have the city attorney draft a revised policy on customer sewer service line responsibility. They also contracted for a wage study, approved summer help and a full-time office assistant, and reviewed department updates.
- Approved June 2022 expenditures and July 2022 bills
- Authorized contacting city attorney to draft revised policy on customer sewer service line ownership
- Contracted with Paul Ness for a wage study at $1,942.50 base cost
- Raised temporary utility helper pay to $12.00 per hour effective July 16, 2022
- Hired Kelsi Fraley as full-time office assistant at $19.19 per hour
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved two general obligation utility revenue bonds totaling about $11.9 million for water and wastewater projects, and denied a 3.2% off-sale liquor license application from Family Dollar. The council also accepted a low bid for testing services, discussed a potential railroad crossing closure, and approved the sale of city property.
- Approved Resolution #12-22: $9,000,000 GO Utility Revenue Bond 2022A
- Approved Resolution #12-23: $2,929,000 GO Water Revenue Bond 2022B
- Denied Family Dollar's off-sale 3.2 liquor license application for 909 Central Street West
- Accepted American Engineering Testing bid of $44,205 for water/wastewater project testing
- Approved sale of city-owned property to Gene Schultz for $800 plus closing costs
City Council
The Bagley City Council met on June 22, 2022, and took several actions, including approving an ordinance to allow kennels in industrial and manufacturing districts, denying a request to reduce a loan/grant payment, and setting a public hearing to vacate an alley. The council also discussed a potential housing study for workforce housing and accepted flower donations.
- Approved Ordinance #185 adding kennel as permitted use in Industrial Storage and Manufacturing Districts
- Denied request for reduction in payment on a 2014 city loan/grant
- Set public hearing to vacate an alley (Resolution #19-22)
- Accepted flower donations (Resolution #15-22)
- Discussed Housing Study request from Midwest Minnesota Community Development Corporation
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission voted to recommend awarding the Bagley Water/Sewer Infrastructure Project bid to Reierson Construction, subject to USDA approval. They also discussed an EV charging station grant, approved a gas main extension, and set a new interest rate on customer deposits.
- Recommended awarding water/sewer project to Reierson Construction, subject to USDA approval
- Discussed NMPA $10,000 grant for stage 2 EV charging station
- Approved extending gas main ~1400' off State #92 down 372nd St to serve Merschman and Bellefy
- Set customer service deposit interest rate at 0.2% effective July 1, 2022
- Accepted 2021 audit as prepared by Brady Martz
City Council
The Bagley City Council met in special session to discuss a housing proposal for the Kastner lots and to consider awarding a construction contract. The council agreed more information about the developer is needed before moving forward on housing. They voted to award Phase 1 of the Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project to Reierson Construction, contingent on USDA approval.
- Discussed housing proposal by Neil Lewis for Kastner lots
- Reviewed options including development agreement, first position mortgage, title insurance
- Awarded Phase 1 Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project to Reierson Construction
- Contract contingent on USDA approval
City Council
The Bagley City Council discussed a proposal for single-family homes on city-owned lots and reviewed bids for the Phase 1 Water/Wastewater project. They decided to postpone the bid decision to a special meeting on June 15, after the Public Utilities Commission meeting. The council also approved several routine items, including the 2021 audit, a conditional use permit, and event support.
- Bids for Phase 1 Water/Wastewater: $5,854,770.25 (Reierson Construction) and $7,694,562.75 (Davidson Construction); decision deferred to June 15 special meeting
- Approved motion to continue Phase 2 design for Water/Wastewater project
- Approved soliciting proposals for testing services for Phase 1
- Approved 4 portable restrooms and city property use for Bagley Vendor and Craft show and Crazy Days on July 30
- Approved $5,859.35 transfer from Cemetery Savings Account to General Fund for cemetery records update
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission held a special meeting alongside the City Council to review the 2021 audit report, presented by Tracee Bruggeman of Brady Martz. The presentation covered the auditor's opinion basis, net position, departmental income, indebtedness, and findings. Official acceptance of the BPU audit was postponed until the regular June board meeting. The meeting was otherwise procedural and closed after the audit discussion.
- 2021 BPU audit presented by Tracee Bruggeman (Brady Martz)
- Audit covered net position, departmental income, indebtedness, and findings
- Official acceptance of 2021 BPU audit postponed to June regular board meeting
- 2021 City of Bagley audit also reviewed
City Council
The Bagley City Council and Public Utility Commission met jointly to review the 2021 audited financial statements for the city, public utilities, and municipal liquor store, presented by CPA Tracee Bruggeman of Brady-Martz & Associates. The council approved a temporary on-sale liquor license and a bingo permit for the American Legion Post 16, and authorized continued pursuit of federal grants for the Water/Wastewater Project. A public hearing on an alley vacation for Grace Free Lutheran Church was removed from the agenda.
- Reviewed 2021 audited financial statements for city, utilities, and liquor store
- Approved Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for American Legion Post 16
- Approved gambling application and Resolution #14-22 for bingo at Clearwater County Fair, Aug 5-7, 2022
- Authorized continued federal grant search for Water/Wastewater Project with Hylden Advocacy & Law
- Removed public hearing for alley vacation for Grace Free Lutheran Church from agenda
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved several expenditures and projects, including a $127,584 internet system rebuild with Advanced Media Technologies and a $14,000 sewer camera purchase. They also discussed adjusting natural gas billings due to line loss calculation changes and reviewed department updates. The meeting included routine approvals of minutes, expenditures, and bill payments.
- Approved $127,584.09 internet rebuild project with Advanced Media Technologies
- Approved purchase of sewer camera from Utility Logic for approximately $14,000
- Discussed changing BPU policy on service line responsibility after LaDuke insurance claim
- Bid opening for Phase I Water/Sewer Infrastructure Project set for May 31, 2022
- Approved hiring David Wilder as lineman at 90% of licensed utility worker wage
City Council
The Bagley City Council met on April 27, 2022, and approved several items, including a revised zoning ordinance (Ordinance #183) that adds misdemeanor penalties for violations, a zone change for Willberg's Auto Center from R-1 to B-1, a gaming permit for the Bagley Rotary Club, and a letter of support for Lake Agassiz Library. They also discussed the Water/Wastewater Project and the Chief of Police hiring process.
- Approved Ordinance #183 with revisions to the Zoning Ordinance, making all violations misdemeanors
- Approved zone change for Willberg's Auto Center, Block 4 Lot 7, Subdivision First Addition, from R-1 to B-1
- Approved gaming permit application from Bagley Rotary Club
- Approved letter of support to Governor Walz for Lake Agassiz Library
- Authorized hiring committee to offer Chief of Police position to a candidate, contingent on background check and psychological evaluation
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission met to review two proposals for upgrading the internet system. Advanced Media Technologies quoted $127,584, and CCI Systems quoted $204,203 plus $31,250 for sweep and balance. No final decision was made; staff will investigate equipment standards before the next step.
- AMT proposal: $127,584 for new system, plus ~$7,000 annual support
- CCI proposal: $204,203 for installation, $31,250 for sweep and balance, $17,053 annual support
- Discussion of industry standard equipment vs. new technologies
- Commission did not make final decision
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved routine minutes, expenditures, and bills, and authorized an $8,818 pump replacement at the Golfview lift station. They also discussed upcoming internet rebuild proposals, a water testing machine purchase, and extended a loan closing for the Hwy #92 project.
- Approved $8,818 for MN Pump Works to replace both pumps at Golfview lift station
- Ordered new water testing machine at estimated cost of $2,500
- Special meeting set for April 21 to hear internet rebuild proposals from Advanced Media Technologies and CCI Systems
- Extended MN PFA loan closing for Hwy #92 Project until June 2023
- USDA water and sewer infrastructure project awaiting approval; comment period ends April 15
City Council
The Bagley City Council met in regular session and approved several routine items, including a parade permit, senior banners, consent agenda items, and a purchase for a police vehicle. They also received updates on the police chief hiring process and other department reports.
- Approved $1,797.60 for a full wrap guard for the Durango
- Approved senior banners and parade permit for Belinda Schermerhorn
- Approved Resolution #4-22 Clearwater County Agriculture Society raffle
- Approved Resolution #5-22 Acceptance of Flower Donations
- Approved Resolution #6-22 Acceptance of Fireworks Donation
City Council
The Bagley City Council met and approved several routine items, including the 2022 liquor store budget, cemetery records updates, and a part-time liquor store hire. They also discussed an offer of $7,500 for city-owned property at 203 Brown Ave., which was originally priced at $13,000, and deferred a decision pending more information.
- Approved 2022 Municipal Liquor Store budget
- Moved $15,000 from Economic Development Fund to City Hall Improvement fund
- Approved $224 payment for airport bid advertisement
- Discussed $7,500 offer for 203 Brown Ave. property (original price $13,000)
- Approved $6,650 contract for cemetery records update
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved routine items including minutes, expenditures, and bill payments, and discussed department updates such as lift station issues and a water break. They also approved sharing the cost of a lobbyist to seek funding for the water and sewer infrastructure project, and moved forward on hiring an office staff position and adding a software feature for meter reading.
- Approved BPU paying 50% of lobbyist cost up to $20,000 for water/sewer project funding
- Approved purchase of Itron software add-on for automated meter reading
- Approved renewal of Weather Channel contract through NCTC
- Approved moving forward with adding Newsmax TV if no equipment costs
- Discussed hiring office staff position and internet upgrade
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved an $82,470 bid for airport crack sealing, funded 95% by the state, and decided to proceed with Phase 2 design of the Water/Wastewater Project despite concerns about Phase 1 bids. They also approved a raffle permit, set a $300 fee for alley vacations, and handled routine financial approvals.
- Approved $82,470 bid from Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp. for airport crack sealing (95% state funded)
- Approved $5,000 Task Order for construction services for crack sealing
- Decided to continue Phase 2 design of Water/Wastewater Project, revisit after Phase 1 bids
- Set $300 fee for vacation of an alley
- Approved transfer from Police Equipment Fund for stop sticks and firearms
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved proceeding with Phase 2 design for the Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project, after USDA approval of Phase 1 plans. They also approved a $200 increase in the Firemen's Relief Association benefit, a resolution to sponsor an Outdoor Recreation Grant for a fishing pier, and discussed the 2021 budget. Bids for the airport crack sealing project were opened, with a decision deferred to March.
- Approved proceeding with Phase 2 design for Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project
- Increased Firemen's Relief Association benefit by $200 to $2,100 per year
- Approved Resolution 3-22 to sponsor Outdoor Recreation Grant for fishing pier
- Opened bids for Crack Sealing Project at Municipal Airport, ranging from $28,000 to $91,000
- Discussed 2021 budget overages and committed/restricted funds
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved routine minutes, January expenditures, and February bills. They also discussed the water and sewer infrastructure project, now awaiting USDA response, and received $233,000 in Lump Sum funds for an internet upgrade estimated at $250,000.
- Approved January 2022 expenditures and February 2022 bills
- Signed Munigas contract amendment regarding volume discounts
- Water and sewer infrastructure project plans submitted to USDA; 60-day response window
- Received $233,000 Lump Sum funds; internet upgrade quote from CCI at $250,000
- Increased apprentice lineman Christopher Podlak's wage to 90% of licensed utility worker
City Council
The Bagley City Council met in regular session and approved several routine items, including renewing a billboard land lease, approving the consent agenda, and setting a township fire contract meeting. The council also approved posting the Chief of Police position with a wage range of $49,962.00-$65,208.00 and discussed a potential police training course.
- Renewed Daniel Larson's billboard land lease for 5 years at $500.00 per year
- Approved posting the Chief of Police position with wage range of $49,962.00-$65,208.00
- Approved agreement with Clearwater County Attorney for 2022 services
- Set annual Township Fire Contract Meeting for February 23rd at 6:00 p.m.
- Tabled discussion on Fire Department Relief Association $200.00 benefit level increase
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission held a special meeting to discuss the 2021 Water & Sewer Infrastructure Project and the city's financial needs with state legislators. The purpose was to outline steps for requesting funds through a bonding bill. No formal action was taken; staff will compile and send requested information to legislators.
- Discussion of 2021 Water & Sewer Infrastructure Project
- Request for state bonding bill funds
- Meeting with Rep Matt Grossell, Sen Paul Utke, Commissioner Stuart Lien
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission and City Council held a special joint meeting to discuss hiring Hylden Advocacy & Law to lobby for state bonding monies for the city's pending water and sewer infrastructure project. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
- Met with Hylden Advocacy & Law to explore lobbying services
- Discussed funding needs for water and sewer infrastructure project
- Considered obtaining bonding through the state
- No decisions made
City Council
The Bagley City Council approved retaining lobbyists Brian McDaniel and Alysen Nesse to seek state and federal funding for the Water-Wastewater Project. They also set a price for city-owned property, made board appointments, and discussed a potential wage study for city and liquor store employees.
- Retained McDaniel and Nesse for lobbying services for Water-Wastewater Project funding
- Set $13,000 price for city-owned property at 203 Brown Ave
- Appointed four members to Library Board
- Approved raise for Pound Master Dany Ekre
- Approved raise for Interim Chief Schipper to step 3 of pay scale
City Council
The Bagley City Council and Public Utility Commission met with lobbyists from Hylden Advocacy & Law to discuss potential state-level funding assistance for the upcoming Water-Wastewater project. No decision was made; the council will decide later whether to hire them after receiving a price quote.
- Presentation by Brian McDaniel and Alysen Nesse of Hylden Advocacy & Law
- Discussion of state funding for the Water-Wastewater project
- Decision on hiring lobbyists deferred to a later date
- Lobbyists to provide service pricing to Office Manager Vicky Fletcher
Meeting
The Bagley Public Utilities Commission approved routine minutes, expenditures, and bills, then took several actions: approved maintenance contracts, hired a utility worker, and reversed a previous office staff raise in favor of a $1.00 per hour increase. The Commission also discussed electric service charges, internet upgrades using Lump Sum funds, and a potential bonding request for water and sewer infrastructure, including possibly hiring a lobbyist.
- Approved three-year contract with MN Pump Works for lift station pump maintenance
- Approved five-year renewal with Johnson Jetline for sewer line cleaning and televising
- Hired Nickolas Paulson as licensed utility worker at 90% of union wage with six-month probation
- Negated 2.25% raise and increased office staff hourly wage by $1.00 per hour effective January 1, 2022
- Discussed bonding request for water and sewer infrastructure and meeting with Hylden Advocacy & Law
City Council
The Bagley City Council met on January 12, 2022, and approved several routine items, including police equipment purchases, a fuel bid, and official designations. They also discussed a resident's complaint about early-morning snow removal and a potential sale of a city-owned property on Brown Street.
- Approved purchase of three 'Stop Sticks' for squad cars
- Approved purchase of six handguns from Tactical Advantage
- Accepted bid from Bagley Co-op Association for city fuel purchases for 2022
- Approved Resolution #1-22 designating Farmers Independent as official city newspaper
- Discussed sale of city-owned property on Brown Street; clerk to compile expenses