Luverne public meetings in 2024
58 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Luverne City Council will vote on a budget amendment transferring $1,230,000 to the childcare fund and adjusting several other funds. Other key items include setting license and utility rates for 2025, approving a $25,000 loan for the Rock River Water Trail, and ratifying a labor agreement with AFSCME. The agenda also covers a compensation study, polling place designation, subdivision waiver, and hemp product registrations.
- Amend 2024 budget: $1,230,000 transfer to childcare fund; reduce pool/fitness subsidy to $525,000; increase liquor store transfer to $50,000
- Set license fees and rates for water, sewer, electric, building, and Aquatics & Fitness
- Approve up to $25,000 loan to Convention & Visitor’s Bureau for Rock River Water Trail (1% interest, $500/month)
- Approve AFSCME labor agreement amending 2023-2025 compensation
- Adopt job classification and compensation study from Abdo Consulting
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the 2024 tax levy and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and capital improvement plan. The body will also review payments for a childcare facility and city hall parking lot improvements.
- Proposed 2024 tax levy and Fiscal Year 2025 budget approval
- Payment of $357,296.94 and a $16,249.00 contract increase to Knutson Construction for a childcare facility
- Final payment of $3,598.26 to Hulstein Excavating for City Hall Parking Lot Improvements
- Proposed decertification of TIF Redevelopment District No. 18
- MnDOT grant application for a $28,828 Bush Hog Tri-Deck Finish Mower
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The Aquatics & Fitness Board will approve the November 18 meeting minutes and review monthly activity reports, including membership and facility usage. A financial report for November 2024 will be presented. Updates on facility activity and city operations will also be discussed.
- Approve November 18, 2024 board meeting minutes
- Review November 2024 activities, membership, and attendance reports
- Present November 2024 financial report (income statement and fund analysis)
- Facility activity updates from LAF and Sam Honerman
- Operations update from City Administrator Jill Wolf, including community survey
Airport Board
The Luverne Airport Board will approve the minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting, hear the airport’s financial report as of November 30, 2024, and receive a city administrator update on an aeronautics grant. Additional reports include airport activities by Ben Baum (FBO) and an update from the DGR engineer. The board will then adjourn.
- Approve Airport Board minutes from October 1, 2024
- Review Airport Financial Report as of November 30, 2024
- City Administrator report on Aeronautics Grant
- Airport Activities report by Ben Baum, FBO
- DGR Engineer report
Charter Commission
The Charter Commission will meet to approve the minutes from December 11, 2023. The body is also scheduled to approve the 2024 Annual Report of the Charter Commission.
- Approval of 2024 Annual Report of the Charter Commission
City Council
The Luverne City Council will consider several finance items, including a second claim report for November 2024 and a petty cash reconciliation for October 31, 2024. The main agenda item is the approval of Application and Certification for Payment No. 7, a $1,003,367.30 progress payment to Knutson Construction for the new childcare facility. The council will also vote on an exempt permit for the Luverne Music Boosters to conduct a raffle at Luverne High School on January 25, 2025. Routine items such as approval of minutes and receipt of committee reports are also on the agenda.
- Approve Application and Certification for Payment No. 7 – $1,003,367.30 to Knutson Construction for childcare facility (82.54% complete)
- Approve petty cash reconciliation as of October 31, 2024
- Review Second Claim Report for November 2024 (Check No. 163401‑)
- Approve exempt permit for Luverne Music Boosters raffle at Luverne High School on Jan 25, 2025
- Approve agenda, special orders, and minutes from November 12, 2024
City Council Work Session
The City Council is holding a work session to conduct a tour of the compressors at the Blue Mound Ice Arena.
- Tour of Blue Mound Ice Arena compressors (2024-297)
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review a grant application for building improvements and receive a construction update on the city's child care center. The body will also approve financial reports for September and October 2024.
- Facade improvement grant application for V&D Properties at 203 E. Main St. for $892.50 of a $2,550 project
- Construction update on the City of Luverne Childcare Center interior remodel
- Approval of Department Payment and Financial Reports for September and October 2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The Aquatics & Fitness Board will review monthly activity reports, membership data, and financial statements for the facility at 802 N Blue Mound Ave. The meeting includes updates on facility staffing, annual maintenance, and a community engagement survey.
- Review of July, September, and October 2024 meeting minutes
- Review of monthly activities, membership, and attendance reports
- Review of LAF financial reports and fund analysis
- Facility activity updates and staffing review
- Discussion of community engagement survey results
City Council
The Luverne City Council will consider routine agenda items such as approving the agenda, minutes from the October 22 meeting, and various department reports. The council will vote on a payment certificate of $229,351.22 to Duininck, Inc. for completion of the T.H. 75 storm sewer project. Additional items include approving an exempt permit for a Rock County Ag Society raffle at Luverne High School and authorizing an outdoor fireworks display for the Luverne Area Chamber on December 1, 2024.
- Approve Certificate for Payment No. 1 of $229,351.22 to Duininck, Inc. for T.H. 75 storm sewer improvements
- Approve Application for Exempt Permit for Rock County Ag Society raffle on Jan 24, 2025 at Luverne High School
- Approve Outdoor Public Fireworks Display for Luverne Area Chamber on Dec 1, 2024
- Review First Claim Report for November 2024 (Check No. 163241-)
Canvassing Board
The Luverne Canvassing Board meets to canvass the November 2024 general election results and declare the nominees with the highest vote counts elected to city offices. No other business is on the agenda.
- Motion to declare elected candidates for city offices based on election results (Resolution 2024-303)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review several payments and a change order for a childcare facility. They are also considering a loan to the Luverne Hockey Club, Inc. and the appointment of representatives to the Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System Board.
- Payment No. 5 of $869,864.55 and Payment No. 6 of $1,389,544.15 to Knutson Construction for Childcare Facility
- Contract Change Order No. 10 for $11,126.52 to Knutson Construction for Childcare Facility
- Proposed $750,000 loan at 1% interest over 30 years to Luverne Hockey Club, Inc. for Blue Mound Ice Arena
- Appointment of Mayor Patrick Baustian and City Administrator Jill Wolf to the Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System Board
- Authorization of Liability Coverage Waiver Form accepting $500,000 liability limits
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to receive a presentation from City Administrator Jill Wolf. The discussion focuses on an organizational assessment of Luverne Aquatics and Fitness.
- Presentation on Luverne Aquatics and Fitness Organizational Assessment (2024-286)
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The Aquatics & Fitness Board will meet to receive an operations update from City Administrator Jill Wolf. The primary focus of the meeting is a presentation regarding an organizational assessment.
- Organizational Assessment Presentation
City Council
The City Council will discuss airport expansions and power transmission agreements. The body is also considering a resolution to assess unpaid utility and miscellaneous charges against specific land parcels.
- Proposed $1,370,000 T-Hangar and taxilane construction project at Luverne Municipal Airport
- Proposed Resolution 29-24 to adopt $1,701.95 in assessments for unpaid utility and miscellaneous charges
- Contract change orders for the Childcare Facility resulting in a net decrease of $7,040 to Knutson Construction
- Proposed Resolution 27-24 to revise operating and transmission agreements with Western Area Power Administration
- Approval of the First Claim Report for October 2024
Airport Board
The Luverne Municipal Airport Board will meet to approve minutes from July 2, 2024, and review the airport's financial status as of September 30, 2024. The agenda includes a report on the airport budget and updates on airport activities.
- Approval of July 2, 2024 Airport Board Regular Meeting Minutes
- Review of Airport Financial Report as of September 30, 2024
- Discussion of Airport Budget
- Recap of Airport Fly-In
- Presentation of Compass Rose
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing the sale of city-owned grassy land to two private property owners and adopt a resolution setting the 2025 tax levy at $3,641,592. The body will also review contracts with Western Area Power Administration and a petition to detach land from the city.
- Authorize conveyance of city-owned grassy area at 220 N Cedar for $1,583.50
- Set proposed 2025 tax levy at $3,641,592 and schedule Truth in Taxation hearing
- Approve revisions to electric service contract with Western Area Power Administration
- Consider petition to detach land from the City of Luverne
- Review application for raffle permit for Luverne Hockey Club at Blue Mound Ice Arena
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Work Session
The City Council is holding a work session to review and discuss the capital and operating budgets. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Review and discussion of Capital and Operating Budget 2024-261
City Council
The Luverne City Council will consider routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes from the August 27 meeting, and a petty cash reconciliation for July and August 2024. They will also review the first claim report for September 2024 (Check No. 162784-). A key decision is the approval of contract change orders totaling a net increase of $11,162.85 for Knutson Construction on the childcare facility project. Finally, the council will adopt a resolution to hold a public hearing on unpaid utility and miscellaneous charge assessments on October 8, 2024.
- Approve contract change orders No. 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 with net increase $11,162.85 for Knutson Construction (childcare facility)
- Motion to approve petty cash reconciliation as of July 31 and August 31, 2024
- First Claim Report for September 2024 (Check No. 162784-)
- Adopt resolution for hearing on proposed assessments (unpaid utility & miscellaneous charges) scheduled Oct 8, 2024
- Approve agenda and minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will approve July and August department payment reports and the August financial report. The board will receive an update on the childcare center construction, including interior work at 80% completion and exterior work nearing finish. Additional items include the hiring of the center’s Executive Director and upcoming conference participation.
- Approve Regular Department Payment Report – July 2024
- Approve Regular Department Payment Report – August 2024
- Approve Financial Report – August 2024
- Childcare Center Project Update – drywall 80% done, exterior work near completion, target Jan 2025 finish
- Hiring of Dina Brown as Executive Director of Kids Rock! childcare center
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The Luverna Aquatics & Fitness Board will approve the July 8, 2024 meeting minutes and review activity, membership, attendance, and financial reports for July and August 2024. The board will receive updates on staffing, annual maintenance, and an organizational assessment. The meeting will conclude with a facility tour.
- Approve July 8, 2024 Aquatics & Fitness Board regular meeting minutes
- Review July and August activity, membership, and attendance reports
- Review July and August financial statements and fund analysis
- Staffing update and annual maintenance report
- Facility tour
City Council
The Luverne City Council will consider approving a payment for the childcare facility construction and joining the Dakota Mainstem RWS water system. The meeting also includes a request to approve a street closure for a local business celebration and a permit for a community foundation raffle.
- Approval of $1,250,744.26 payment to Knutson Construction for childcare facility
- Authorization to join Dakota Mainstem RWS Water System Option
- Approval of street closure for Luverne Brew Partners' 10th Anniversary
- Approval of raffle permit for Luverne Area Community Foundation
- Authorization to sign listing contract for 414 N. Spring Street property
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will meet to review staff reports and financial claims. A primary action item is the approval of a payment and completion certificate for parking lot work at the City Offices.
- Payment of $71,065.23 to Hulstein Excavating for City Offices Parking Lot Improvements Project
- Certificate of Substantial Completion for City Offices Parking Lot Improvements Project
- Sheriff's Office 2nd Quarter Report
- First Claim Report for August 2024
City Council
The City Council will review a payment and change order for the City Hall parking lot improvements. They will also consider a resolution regarding a Rock County pavement rehabilitation project on CSAH 4 scheduled for 2025.
- Certificate for Payment No. 2 to Hulstein Excavating for $111,059.03
- Change Order No. 1 for City Hall Parking Lot Improvements of $3,125.00
- Resolution approving Rock County pavement rehabilitation project on CSAH 4
- Request from Luverne Area Chamber to host a Summer Marketplace Sip & Shop event on August 8, 2024
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review updates on the Luverne Loop Trail usage and the Child Care Center interior remodel. The board is also considering a facade improvement grant for Hart Beauty Lounge and a resolution to expand the Historic Façade Improvement Program.
- Luverne Loop Trail counts: 4,604 users from 5/24/24 to 6/16/24
- Child Care Center construction update including playground and interior steel framing
- Facade improvement grant of $2,100 for Hart Beauty Lounge at 123 E. Main St.
- Resolution #06-2024 to expand the Historic Façade Improvement Program to include roof repairs and alley-side improvements
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The board will conduct oaths of office and review financial reports as of June 30, 2024. Updates regarding facility activity and operations, including advertising and programming, are also scheduled.
- Oaths of office for Madi Oye and Summer Phelps
- Review of LAF Financial Report as of June 30, 2024
- Facility activity updates from Sam Honerman
- Operations updates regarding advertising and programming
Airport Board
The Airport Board will review the financial report as of June 30, 2024. The City Administrator will provide reports regarding the Airport Fly-In and Compass Rose.
- Airport Financial Report as of June 30, 2024
- Airport Fly-In report
- Compass Rose report
City Council
The City Council will review a contract increase for the Kids Rock! Childcare Center renovation. They are also considering an ordinance regarding cannabinoid and tobacco use in parks, as well as resolutions related to firefighter retirement plans and election judge appointments.
- $124,088.40 contract change order for Kids Rock! Childcare Center
- Ordinance prohibiting smoking of cannabinoid or tobacco products in city parks and recreational facilities
- Resolution to amend Luverne Relief Association by-laws regarding pension factors and vesting
- Resolution to join the Voluntary Statewide Lump-Sum Volunteer Firefighter Retirement Plan
- Appointment of Election Judges for 2024 primary and general elections
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider several financial payments for the childcare facility and City Hall parking lot projects. Additionally, officials will review a proposal for TH 75 storm sewer improvements and a request for a July 4th event at The Lake.
- Payment of $371,298.48 to Knutson Construction Services for the Childcare Facility
- Payment of $70,153.23 to Hulstein Excavating for City Hall Parking Lot Improvements
- Resolution to appoint Mayor Baustian and City Administrator Wolf to represent the city at a water system meeting
- Request for private use of public right-of-way for a July 4th event at The Lake
- Plans for TH 75 storm sewer improvements estimated at $251,000
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding intoxicating cannabinoid product registration and updates to the Pool Commission. They will also review a resolution for a shared storm sewer project with MnDOT and an exempt permit for a softball association raffle.
- Ordinance to increase Pool Commission members from 5 to 7 and rename it Aquatics and Fitness
- Ordinance establishing registration requirements for the sale of intoxicating cannabinoid products
- Resolution for a $251,000 storm sewer project across T.H. 75 at Gabrielson Road, with MnDOT splitting costs 50/50
- Exempt permit application for the Luverne Softball Association annual raffle on June 29, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Work Session
The City Council is holding a work session to review reports and updates. This includes discussing new state regulations regarding adult-use cannabis and local control.
- MN Chapter 342.13 regulation of adult-use cannabis
City Council
The City Council will review a development agreement for six new duplexes in the Reisch Addition. The agenda also includes a $226,187.40 payment for work on the Luverne Childcare Facility and several temporary liquor license applications.
- $226,187.40 payment to Knutson Construction Services for the Luverne Childcare Facility
- Development agreement with Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership for six duplexes in Reisch Addition
- Conditional Use Permit for a garage/storage facility at 220 East Main Street
- Temporary liquor licenses for the Rock County Fair and Luverne Baseball Association
- Subdivision waiver for James A. Montag Enterprises, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Appeals and Equalization
The Board of Appeals and Equalization will review city sales information from 2022 and 2023. This information is presented by the Rock County Assessor.
- 2022-2023 City of Luverne Sales Information presentation
Economic Development Authority
The authority is reviewing updates on the Childcare Center remodel and the Kids Rock! nonprofit board's search for an Executive Director. Additionally, a facade improvement application for 119 E. Main Street is up for approval.
- Childcare Center interior remodel and demolition has started
- Kids Rock! Nonprofit Board advertising for Executive Director position
- Facade improvement grant and loan request for 119 E. Main Street ($1,645 grant; $1,645 loan)
- Approval of Department Payment Report and Financial Report for March & April 2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The board will review the LAF financial report as of April 30, 2024, and a financial review regarding subsidies. Updates will be provided on facility maintenance, communications, and city code amendments. A strategic planning session is scheduled for June 7th.
- LAF Financial Report as of April 30, 2024
- Financial review regarding subsidies
- City code amendments to the Pool Commission
- Facility maintenance updates
- Strategic planning session on June 7th
Airport Board
The board will review the financial report as of April 30, 2024. The City Administrator will provide a report regarding an airport fly-in.
- Review of April 2, 2024, meeting minutes
- Airport Financial Report as of April 30, 2024
- City Administrator report on Airport Fly-In
City Council
The City Council will review a $2.6 million USDA grant for the Luverne Childcare Center and a lease agreement with Kids Rock! Child Care Center, Inc. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance regarding the sale of 409 East Dodge Street and several public right-of-way requests.
- Ordinance to repeal and adopt a new ordinance for the sale of 409 East Dodge Street
- Resolution for $2.6 million USDA grant closing procedures for Luverne Childcare Center
- Lease and support agreement with Kids Rock! Child Care Center, Inc. including a $75,000 annual city contribution
- Street closure requests for Luverne Brew Partners on Blue Mound Avenue
- Public right-of-way use for an American Foundation for Suicide Prevention event at Main City Park
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a garage/storage structure behind 220 East Main Street. Additionally, the body is reviewing proposed amendments to the city's floodplain regulations.
- Conditional use permit for garage/storage behind 220 East Main Street
- Amendment of City floodplain regulations regarding NFIP and FIRM standards
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole work session. The agenda includes updates from the Luverne Area Pickleball Association and Kids Rock!
- Luverne Area Pickleball Association update by Greg Antoine
- Kids Rock! update by Emily Crabtree
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding code violations at 501 W. Edgehill Street. They will also consider a resolution supporting state legislation for local programming funding and emergency services contracts for area townships.
- Public hearing on nuisance conditions and code violations at 501 W. Edgehill Street
- Resolution to support state legislation for LuvTV/PEG programming funding
- Emergency Services Contracts with six townships totaling $68,685.60
- Optional 2 A.M. Liquor License renewal for Howling Dog Saloon, LLC
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Airport Board
The board will review the airport's financial report as of March 31, 2024. The meeting includes updates on airport activities from Ben Baum and a report from the DGR Engineer.
- Approval of March 5, 2024 minutes
- Airport financial report as of March 31, 2024
- Report on airport activities from Ben Baum, FBO
- DGR Engineer report
City Council
The City Council will review several construction payments for the Lopau Addition and Sybesma Subdivision projects. Additionally, officials will consider a proposal for new pickleball courts at Luverne Public Schools and an on-sale liquor license for the Luverne Baseball Association.
- Final payment of $89,517.54 to Henning Construction, Inc. for the Lopau Addition Project
- Final payment of $1,537.07 to Henning Construction, Inc. for the Sybesma Subdivision Connection to the Luverne Loop Trail
- Proposal for new pickleball courts at Luverne Public Schools involving painted lines and portable nets
- On-sale malt liquor and wine license for Luverne Baseball Association at Redbird Field
- Agreement with Knutson Construction for the Childcare Interior Remodel Project with a $7,228,835.00 budget
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The Pool Commission will elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The board will also review financial reports through February 29, 2024, and receive an organizational assessment update.
- Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
- Pool Financial Report as of December 31, 2023 and February 29, 2024
- Abdo Organizational Assessment update
City Council Work Session
The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss a position classification and compensation study. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural items.
- Position Classification and Compensation Study
City Council
The City Council will review a resolution to amend the position classification and pay plan for city roles. The agenda also includes a final payment request for the Child Care roof replacement project and several permit applications.
- Payment No. 3 to Knutson Construction Services Rochester, Inc. for $19,637.95 for the Child Care Roof Replacement Project
- Resolution amending the Comparable Worth Position Classification and Pay Plan for Assistant Liquor Store Manager and Water/Wastewater Supervisor roles
- Exempt permit application for Ducks Unlimited MN-41 to conduct a raffle at Take 16 Brewery on April 28, 2024
- Temporary on-sale liquor license for Luverne Area Chamber Buffalo Days Cruise In on May 31, 2024
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will hold a public hearing regarding Philip J. and Louella M. Voigt's proposal to purchase Lot 7 in the Walnut Second Industrial Subdivision. The proposal includes constructing a 50' x 70' L-shaped building with an attached 30'x40' two-story personal workshop. The board will also consider a motion to approve the sale and authorize the signing of a development agreement.
- Public hearing for Philip J. and Louella M. Voigt proposal for Lot 7, Walnut Second Industrial Subdivision
- Proposed construction of a 50' x 70' L-shaped building with an attached 30'x40' two-story structure
- Motion to approve the sale of Lot 7 and authorize signing of development agreement
- Approval of February 2024 Department Payment Report
- Approval of February 2024 Financial Report
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Airport Board
The Airport Board will hold elections for the positions of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes administering oaths of office to Jon McLendon and Jeremy Lehman. Additionally, the board will review airport activities and financial reports.
- Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
- Oaths of office for Jon McLendon and Jeremy Lehman
- Airport Financial Report as of February 29, 2024
- Airport activities report from Ben Baum, FBO
- DGR Engineer report
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to issue $4,200,000 in bonds to fund a city-owned childcare center renovation. Additionally, the council is reviewing a contract for City Hall parking lot improvements and several permit applications.
- $4,200,000 bond issuance for City-owned childcare center renovation
- Contract award for City Hall Parking Lot Improvements to Hulstein Excavating, Inc.
- Conditional use permit for an apartment complex at 210 West Virginia Street
- Raffle permit application for Luverne Area Community Foundation
- Raffle permit applications for Rock County Pheasants Forever and Luverne Baseball Association
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole work session. The agenda includes a report or update from Dr. Terry Gaalswyk regarding Minnesota West.
- Report/Update: Minnesota West (Dr. Terry Gaalswyk)
Planning Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an apartment complex at 210 West Virginia Street. Members will also discuss amending city floodplain regulations to align with state and federal standards. The meeting includes the oath of office for new members and elections for commission officers.
- Conditional use permit for an apartment complex at 210 West Virginia Street
- Oath of office for Dan Nath and Verlyn Van Batavia
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
- Discussion on amending city floodplain regulations
City Council
The City Council will review final payments for trail and substation construction projects. The agenda includes updates to Public Works job descriptions and pay plans, as well as a request to host an event in the city park.
- Final payment of $51,351.12 to Reker Construction for Luverne Loop Trail Phase 3B & 4
- Final payment of $92,496.04 to Trachte LLC for the East Substation Addition Project
- Resolution to amend pay plans and job descriptions for Public Works positions
- Request to host 'Woofstock' at Main City Park on September 8, 2024
- Authorization of bids for Childcare Center Interior Renovation at 1 Roundwind Road
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will elect its officers for the upcoming term and review several administrative resolutions. The board will also consider a $3,000 residential demolition grant request for 518 NE Park St.
- Election of President Pat Baustian and Vice President Kevin Aaker
- Resolution #1-2024 regarding official depositories for LEDA funds
- Resolution #2-2024 designating the Rock County Star Herald as official newspaper
- Resolution #3-2024 establishing a reserve policy for certain fund balances
- $3,000 residential demolition grant request for 518 NE Park St.
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Airport Board
The board will conduct oaths of office and elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The agenda includes a review of airport financial reports as of January 31, 2024.
- Oaths of office for Jon McLendon and Jeremy Lehman
- Election of Board officers
- Airport Financial Reports as of January 31, 2024
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to sell a remodeled house at 409 East Dodge Street. They will also discuss increasing rural fire call fees, approving a liquor license for Kwik Trip, Inc., and setting a bid date for City Hall parking lot construction.
- Ordinance to authorize sale of property at 409 East Dodge Street
- Ordinance to increase fire call fee from $750 to $1,000
- Approval of Pay Equity Implementation Report as of December 31, 2023
- 3.2% Malt Liquor Off-Sale License for Kwik Trip, Inc at 825 S Kniss Ave
- Bids and specifications for City Hall Parking Lot Improvements
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Work Session
The City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a work session on January 16, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation by Jeff Stratton regarding the School Resource Officer.
- School Resource Officer Presentation by Jeff Stratton
City Council
The City Council will consider resolutions for a $4,200,000 bond issue to fund the renovation of a city-owned building for a Childcare Center. The agenda also includes contract changes for the Child Care Roof Replacement Project and an annual subsidy for the Luverne Senior Citizen Center. A public hearing is scheduled regarding grant results for the Blue Mound Tower Project.
- $4,200,000 in general obligation tax abatement bonds for Childcare Center renovation
- Contract changes and payments to Knutson Construction Services for the Child Care Roof Replacement Project
- $7,500 annual subsidy for Luverne Senior Citizen Center Meal Site, Generations
- $25,190 fee for municipal advisory services from Northland Securities, Inc.
- Amendments to the Airport Manager Agreement and Tailwinds Aircraft Services, LLC lease
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will elect its annual slate of officers and review financial reports from November and December 2023. The body is also scheduled to consider five specific resolutions regarding fund depositories, newspaper designation, reserve policies, and data practices.
- Election of President Pat Baustian and Vice President Kevin Aaker
- Resolution #1-2024: Designating official depositories for LEDA funds
- Resolution #2-2024: Designating the Rock County Star Herald as official newspaper
- Resolution #3-2024: Establishing a reserve policy for certain fund balances
- Resolutions #4-2024 and #5-2024: Appointing data practices officials
Aquatics & Fitness Board
The board will review the pool financial report as of December 31, 2023. The meeting also includes an update on the Abdo Organizational Assessment.
- Approval of November 13, 2023, minutes
- Pool Financial Report as of December 31, 2023
- Abdo Organizational Assessment update