Jackson public meetings in 2021
26 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing and consider the 2022 General Fund Budget and final tax levy. The body will also review city fees, rates, and charges for 2022.
- Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
- Resolution No. 72-1221 approving the 2022 General Fund Budget
- Resolution No. 71-1221 approving a Final Tax Levy for taxes collectible in 2022
- Ordinance No. 117 regarding City Fees, Rates and Charges for 2022
- Ordinance No. 118 authorizing conveyance of real estate to Scott T. Beckel and Mary A. Beckel
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution regarding special assessments for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project. The body is also reviewing 2022 city fees, rates, and charges, and the allocation of ARPA funds.
- Public Hearing on Special Assessments for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project
- First Consideration of Ordinance No. 117 regarding City Fees, Rates and Charges for 2022
- Resolution No. 64-1221 accepting ARPA Funds Allocation
- Quote from Fresco for two replacement decorative light poles and fixtures for $10,386 plus shipping
- Liquor license renewal applications for 10 establishments for 2022
City Council
The City Council will consider the 2022 Annual Appropriations and a special assessment list for the Sanitary Sewer Extension Project. The body is also reviewing several grant applications and personnel authorizations.
- Proposal to increase Fire Department Relief Association Benefit from $2,400 to $3,000 per year of service
- Appraisal of land south of Sunset View Subdivision for a fee not to exceed $2,000
- Designation of Good Shepherd Hall at 1015 Sherman Street as the 2022 local polling place
- Approval of 719 South Street Sidewalk Reconstruction Program Application
- Amendment to Jackson Business Challenge Program rules regarding business locations
City Council
The City Council will consider several personnel wage increases and ambulance policy changes. The body is also discussing a labor agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers and a MnDOT airport agreement.
- Agreement between the City of Jackson and International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 49, AFL-CIO
- MnDOT Airport Maintenance and Operations Agreement for 2021-2023
- 2020-2021 Street, Utilities and Parking Lot Improvements Project Pay Application No. 9
- Increase of annual clothing allowance for City Hall and Liquor Store Staff from $50 to $125
- Clarification of Rental Housing Ordinance Licensing and Inspection Fees
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second consideration of Ordinance No. 117 regarding multiple dwellings on one lot. The body will also discuss updates to the rental housing ordinance and engineering proposals for downtown alley reconstruction.
- Public hearing and second consideration of Ordinance No. 117 (Multiple Dwellings on One Lot)
- Ordinance No. 115 Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021
- Engineering proposals for topographical surveys for Downtown Alley Reconstruction Project (River St., Emily St., and Riverside Drives)
- EDA recommendation for Downtown Facade Grant Application for 605 Second Street
- EDA recommendation to apply for SCDP Grant Program for residential and commercial properties
City Council
The City Council will discuss airport zoning and improvement grants from MnDOT. The body is also considering sidewalk reconstruction applications and snow removal bids for city facilities.
- Sidewalk Reconstruction Program applications for 619 and 703 Morrison Avenue
- MnDOT Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Offer to update Airport Zoning Ordinance
- MnDOT Grant Agreement for Airport Improvement SPA3201-76
- Snow removal bids for 2021-2023 for City Hall, Library, Liquor Store and Senior Center
- Application for Clean Energy Resource Teams (Certs) Grant for a Business Bicycling Incentive Program
City Council
The City Council will consider a preliminary tax levy for 2021 taxes collectable in 2022. The body will also review updates to rental housing and utility service ordinances.
- Resolution No. 49-021 setting Preliminary Tax Levy 2021 Taxes Collectable 2022
- Ordinance No. 115 Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021
- Ordinance No. 116 Single Utility Service Connections
- Ordinance No. 117 Multiple Dwellings on One Lot
- Variance application for a 3-foot-high fence at 140 Thomas Hill Road
City Council
The City Council will discuss a rental housing ordinance update and a TIF transfer from JEDC to AGCO for a spec building purchase. The body will also review pay applications for airport paving, street and utilities improvements, and downtown electric conversion.
- First Consideration of Ordinance No. 115 Rental Housing Ordinance Update 2021
- Resolution approving TIF transfer from JEDC to AGCO for spec building purchase
- Airport Hangar Paving Project Final Pay Application
- 2020-21 Street and Utilities Improvement Project Pay Application No. 7
- Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project Pay Application No. 2
City Council
The City Council will discuss authorizations for the Jackson Fall Fest on September 18, including street closures and a street dance. The body is also considering an amendment to the Rental Housing Ordinance and the appointment of Brad Tusa to the Planning Commission.
- One-day temporary liquor license for Jackson Knights of Columbus event on September 18, 2021
- First consideration of Rental Housing Ordinance Amendment
- Proposal to 'Opt In' for Airport Funds through the American Rescue Act of 2021
- Park Board recommendation to limit park shelter rentals to one per day
- Appointment of Brad Tusa to the Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council will review a personnel recommendation for a new Ambulance Director and discuss several utility and infrastructure items. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine bills and project updates.
- Hire of Chris Burban as full-time Ambulance Director at $31.30/hr
- Sewer and water line hook-up for property at 807 Bailey Street
- 2020-2021 Street and Utilities and Parking Lots Improvement Project Pay Application No. 6
- Minnesota Department of Commerce Agreement for Water Bill Assistance
- South Street Improvement Project letter to residents
City Council
The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring personnel hires, license renewals, and financial resolutions. The body will also discuss infrastructure updates and applications for firefighters.
- Increase maximum home value for HOME Downpayment Assistance from $100,000 to $150,000
- Hire of Kirsten Lorenz as Assistant Ambulance Director at $20 per hour
- Sidewalk Reconstruction Program Application for 705 Sixth Street
- Development Agreement resolutions involving Ashley Estates Reclamation Trust and Chad and Brad Properties, LLC
- Storage Unit Hangar Rent for Larry Hansen at $75 and $37.50 per month
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a housing workshop. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Housing Workshop
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss hiring a part-time EMT for the Ambulance Department. The council will also enter a closed session regarding the purchase or sale of property.
- Hire Kirsten Lorenz as part-time EMT for the Ambulance Department
- Closed session regarding the purchase or sale of property
City Council
The City Council will consider several pay applications for street, sewer, and airport projects. The body is also reviewing a hazardous building letter for the Downtown Building and a land purchase option for future housing.
- Payment of $16,982.50 to Commercial Recreation Specialists for splashpad construction
- Quote of $5,493 from Fairmont Glass for City Hall ADA Door Operators
- Hazardous Building Letter for the Downtown Building (the Alamo)
- Option to purchase land for future housing via JEDC Agreement
- Resolution No. 37-0721 establishing Liquor Store employee time off and weekend work policy
City Council
The City Council will review a consent agenda including financial approvals and personnel hires. The body will also discuss street closures for community festivals and amendments to TIF District 3-4 boundaries.
- Forgiving 1/2 of the Ashley Trust’s $490,000 Promissory Note to the City
- Proposed $50 per month charge for AMI Meter Refusal starting July 1, 2021
- Approval of $3,000 for the School Resource Officer Program
- Resolution No. 34-0621 to amend Boundaries of TIF District 3-4
- Authorization to advertise the sale of Ballard Avenue Development Lots
City Council
The City Council will discuss accepting Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds and an owner-engineer agreement for the Jackson Airport runway shift. The body is also reviewing lifeguard wage increases and various infrastructure projects.
- Resolution No. 28-0621 to accept American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
- Owner-Engineer Agreement for Jackson Airport Design Runway Shift Parallel Taxiway and Connectors
- Pool Board recommendation to increase lifeguard starting wage to $11 per hour
- Sale of Water Plant Dressen Trailer to Jim Goodwin for $1,201
- Street closure request on Second Street (Main Street) for June 23, 2021
City Council
The City Council will discuss airport runway reconstruction and crack sealing quotes. The body is also considering updates to the 2021 City Fee Schedule and a request to use the Fire Hall for a safety seat clinic.
- Ordinance No. 114 updating the 2021 City Fee Schedule
- Airport Runway Reconstruction Project engineering fee estimate
- Minnesota Rural Water Association smoke testing for $50 a block
- Health Care Foundation grant of $9,107.53 and Safety First Playground Maintenance quote of $25,216
- Indirect Utility Service Line Agreement for 2000 Wedgewood Lane
City Council
The City Council will consider several administrative approvals and discuss infrastructure and public safety updates. Key items include a manganese reduction pilot study for the water plant and the appointment of an interim ambulance director.
- Water Plant Media Selection and Manganese Reduction Pilot Study Proposal
- Appointment of Mike Muchlinski as Interim Ambulance Director
- Renewal of Peddler’s License for Lep’s Take Me Out Food Truck
- Revolving Loan Fund Application for Donnie Schoenrock
- Memorial Day Parade and Program request from American Legion Post 130
City Council
The City Council will consider several consent agenda items including seasonal staff hires and grant acceptances. Discussion items include ambulance staffing, the Jackson Art Mural Project, and street closures for Jackson Days.
- Seasonal Parks Department hires: Isaac Dunlavey ($12.00/hr), Simon Pell ($11.75/hr), Chris Gumto ($11.75/hr), and Travon Zeman ($11.50/hr)
- Jackson Business Challenge – Level 10 Fit Distribution: $10,000 release contingent upon invoices
- Street closures for Jackson Days on June 24, 2021: 2nd Street from Bailey to Sheridan and Sheridan Street from 1st to 2nd
- JEDC Land Transfer Proposal: Transfer of approximately 28 acres of residential land to the EDA
- Interim Use Permit for Kathie Hertz at 1102 White Street
City Council
The City Council will review recommendations for a Water Department trailer and an Electric Department truck. The body is also discussing an ambulance purchase and several bids for the sale of surplus city vehicles and equipment.
- Water Department Trailer purchase of $5,800 from Parkview Sales
- Purchase of a truck for the Electric Department
- Sale of 1998 Vee Plow and 1995 Ford F800 Dump Truck
- Maintenance bid for Downtown Planters and Landscaping for 2021 & 2022
- Adoption of MRES Distributed Generation Workbook as Small Power Production and Co-Generation Policy
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure quotes for downtown electric conversion and a new ambulance. The body is also reviewing engineering and land acquisition contracts for the Jackson Municipal Airport runway projects.
- Proposal to hire HDR for engineering and construction of a new parallel runway at Jackson Municipal Airport
- Contract with ProSource Technologies for land acquisition for the Airport Runway Reconstruction Project
- Variance application for a 1,232 square foot accessory building at 252 North Pond Drive
- Resolution No. 16-0321 to fill a City Council vacancy
- Liquor license renewal for Bridget’s Bucksnorts Brew Haha & Grill
City Council
The City Council will consider several discussion items including a street closure request for a fundraiser and ambulance service contracts. The meeting also includes a consent agenda item regarding water shut-off valve repairs.
- $1,080.47 for water shut-off valve repair behind 206 Second Street
- Street closure request for Second Street (Main Street) from Bailey to Sheridan Streets on March 21st
- Ambulance billing service contract and business associate agreement with TransMedic
- Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project bids
- Ashley Park Storm Sewer Repair labor quote
City Council
The City Council will discuss a new housing tax abatement program and a resolution supporting the full and timely payment of Local Government Aid. The body is also reviewing a library mural approval and the re-appointment of Arlene Vee to the HRA Board.
- Consideration of New Housing Tax Abatement Program
- Resolution No. 09-0221 regarding Local Government Aid
- EDA recommendation for Santee Crossing Sign Program Application
- Authorization for Park Board to apply for Zimmerli Park upgrade grants
- Resolution No. 10-0221 promoting Telecommuter Forward Certification
City Council
The City Council will review quotes for downtown electric conversion and storm sewer repairs. The body is also considering engineering services for the Jackson Airport Runway Reconstruction Project and a Local Road Improvement Program application.
- Request for Qualification for Engineering Services for Jackson Airport Runway Reconstruction
- Resolution No. 04-0121: Local Road Improvement Program Application
- Cabinet quote for Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project
- Ashley Park/Riverside Drive Storm Sewer Repair quotes
- Acceptance of Carey Simmons' resignation as Ambulance EMT Coordinator
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2021 Non-General Fund Budgets and a Local Road Improvement Program application. The body is also reviewing storm sewer repairs and park safety upgrades.
- Resolution No. 06-0121 Approving 2021 Non-General Fund Budgets
- Ashley Park/Riverside Drive Storm Sewer Repair
- Safety First Central Park Safety Upgrades quote
- Grant applications for Ambulance Department equipment and Park Board projects at Ashley and Zimmerli Parks
- Appointment of Matt Madden to the Utilities Commission
City Council
The City Council will administer oaths of office to three ward representatives and review several infrastructure projects. The body is discussing materials bids for downtown electric conversion and a Local Road Improvement Program application.
- Oath of Office for Brandon Finck, Nicole Hall, and Marcus Polz
- Downtown Underground Electric Conversion Project materials bids
- Local Road Improvement Program Application
- Resolution No. 02-0121 regarding TAP application for Sunrise Estates Trail Extension
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 113 regarding Water Service Clarification and Liquor License Application