Mayer public meetings in 2022

Park Board

The Mayer Parks and Recreation Commission approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They approved coloring contest winners with $25 Target gift cards. The commission discussed partnering with the Fire Department for next year's Christmas Tree Event and volunteering for open gym dates.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including November 10th minutes (unanimous)
• Approved coloring contest winners with $25 Target gift cards (unanimous)

City Council

The Mayer City Council will hold a Truth-in-Taxation hearing and consider adopting the 2023 final levy and budget, totaling $1,505,591. The council will also vote on several items related to the Zion Lutheran School addition, including a rezoning, a comprehensive plan amendment, a variance denial, and site plan approval. Other business includes approving bids for a Public Works building addition, a Veterans Memorial sidewalk project presentation, and filling a council vacancy.

• Adopt 2023 final levy of $1,505,591 and budgets
• Rezone property from R-1 to P/I for Zion Lutheran School addition
• Deny variance to reduce off-street parking from 70 to 4 stalls for Zion Lutheran School
• Approve site plan and authorize bidding for Public Works building addition (estimated $766,700-$911,680)
• Approve final pay application for Fire Station building project

The council approved the 2023 final levy and budget (Resolution 2022-12-12-1) after a truth-in-taxation hearing, reducing the preliminary 31% increase to 12.18%. They also approved a site plan and bid advertisement for a Public Works Building expansion, fire department officer appointments and township contracts, a planning services contract, and declared a council vacancy due to the passing of Council Member Millender. Items related to Zion Lutheran School (rezoning, variance, site plan) were tabled at the applicant's request.

• Approved 2023 final levy and budget (Resolution 2022-12-12-1) (3-0)
• Approved site plan for Public Works Building expansion (Resolution 2022-12-12-5) (3-0)
• Approved plans/specs and authorized bids for Public Works Building (Resolution 2022-12-12-6) (3-0)
• Approved fire department officers (3-0)
• Approved annual fire protection contracts with townships (3-0)
• Approved 2023 contract with Municipal Development Group for planning services ($110/hr, $75/trip) (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-12-12-7 declaring a council vacancy (3-0)
• Appointed Peggy Wegner to fill council vacancy if she accepts, else interviews (3-0)

City Council

This is a workshop session following the regular council meeting, focused on discussion rather than formal decisions. Items include an update on the Public Works Building Addition, a Credit Card Policy update, and the 2023 Budget Update.

• Public Works Building Addition update
• Credit Card Policy update
• 2023 Budget Update

The council approved a tax rate of 45.93% and a levy increase of 15.91% for the 2023 budget. They also approved a credit card policy update allowing three city-issued cards with automatic billing and oversight. An update on the Public Works building addition was discussed, with plans to go out for bids in December 2022 and a tentative completion date of September 2023.

• Approved 2023 tax rate of 45.93% and levy increase of 15.91%
• Approved credit card policy update with three cards for staff, automatic billing, and per-user reporting

City Council

The Mayer City Council is holding a workshop after its regular meeting to review and discuss the updated preliminary 2023 budget. This is a discussion item only, with no final decisions scheduled. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Review and discussion of updated preliminary 2023 budget

The Mayer City Council held a workshop to review the updated 2023 preliminary budget. City Administrator Johnson highlighted changes including lower building permit revenues, reduced state grants, and plans to bring financial reporting in-house. Council discussed a potential 3% utility rate increase and asked for more data. No formal votes were taken.

• Discussed 2023 budget adjustments including lower revenues and in-house reporting
• Directed staff to earmark budget for new council laptops in 2024
• Reviewed capital outlay for Community Center improvements
• Discussed keeping 3% utility rate increase, requested further data

Park Board

The Park Board reviewed two splash pad designs (2,211 sq ft and 3,245 sq ft) presented by City Administrator Nicholas Johnson, to be located north of the new park pavilion. The Board directed Johnson to finalize plans for a grant application to the MN DNR Outdoor Recreation Program. Other discussions included scheduling the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, selecting coloring contest designs, and possibly adding rink boards to the splash pad grant. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including October 11th minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed splash pad designs; directed staff to pursue DNR grant
• Discussed Christmas Tree Lighting timing relative to Fire Department Santa event
• Selected fireplace and penguin designs for annual coloring contest
• Discussed adding rink boards to splash pad grant; deferred to future meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, off-street parking variance, and site plan review to allow expansion of Zion Lutheran School at 209 Bluejay Avenue. The actions include changing the future land use designation from Medium Density Residential to Public and Quasi Public, rezoning from R-1 Low Density Residential to P/I Public/Institutional, reducing required off-street parking from 70 to 66 spaces, and approving the site plan. These recommendations will go to the City Council for final decision.

• Recommended approval of comprehensive plan amendment changing future land use to Public and Quasi Public (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-1 to P/I Public/Institutional District (5-0)
• Recommended approval of variance reducing off-street parking from 70 to 66 spaces (5-0)
• Recommended approval of site plan for Zion Lutheran School expansion at 209 Bluejay Avenue (5-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council will hold a workshop after its regular meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed golf cart permitting ordinance, an update to the city's credit card policy, and a preliminary update on the 2023 budget and long-term debt. No formal decisions are expected; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion on Nick Drew Property
• Discussion on Golf Cart Permitting
• Discussion on Credit Card Policy Update
• Discussion on Preliminary Update on 2023 Budget and Long-Term Debt

The council held a work session to discuss the potential purchase of the Drew property at 14062 62nd Street, but took no formal action. Council members expressed concerns about cost, access, and timing, and staff noted the property is not yet annexed. The council also discussed golf cart regulations and updates to the city's credit card policy, but no votes were taken.

• No action taken on purchasing Drew property; discussion only
• Council expressed openness to updating credit card policy; staff to check with bank on options
• Council directed staff to involve residents in drafting a golf cart ordinance

Park Board

The Park and Recreation Committee held a regular meeting, approving the agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They discussed the Music in the Park event, the feasibility of receiving donations for the Splash Pad project, and received an update on the Old Schoolhouse Park Pavilion project. No formal decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 6th minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council will consider rezoning the old fire hall property, authorizing the purchase of a replacement Tool Cat for public works, and discussing the Drew property utility situation. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and a letter of credit reduction.

• Resolution to amend Comprehensive Plan to rezone Old Fire Hall Property
• Ordinance amending Chapter 152 on Zoning to rezone Old Fire Hall Property
• Authorization to purchase replacement Tool Cat for Public Works
• Discussion on Drew Property utility situation
• Letter of Credit Reduction for Loomis regarding Cold Water Crossing Eighth Addition

The council approved a zoning change for 400 Ash Avenue North from public/institutional to commercial and denied a motion to amend the city ordinance to allow wells or sewer connections on the Drew property at 14069 62nd Street. It also authorized a $12,000 purchase of a new Toolcat for Public Works and allowed a fence on the property line at 109 West Ridge Road. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10-10-1 amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan to rezone 400 Ash Ave N from Public/Quasi Public to Commercial (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 235 rezoning 400 Ash Ave N from Public/Institutional to C-2 Central Business District (5-0)
• Denied motion to amend city ordinance to allow wells or sewer connections on the Drew property at 14069 62nd Street (5-0)
• Approved placing a fence on the common property line between 109 West Ridge Road and West Ridge Park (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of a 2023 UVV56 Toolcat for Public Works for $12,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, October 2022 claims, and a letter of credit reduction for Loomis (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend rezoning the old fire station property at 400 Ash Avenue North from Public/Institutional to C-2 Central Business District, along with a corresponding comprehensive plan amendment. The recommendation will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for final approval. The Commission also discussed a future Zion Lutheran School expansion and site plan review, but no action was taken.

• Recommended comprehensive plan amendment changing future land use of old fire station from Public/Quasi Public to Commercial (4-0)
• Recommended rezoning of old fire station property from P/I Public/Institutional to C-2 Central Business District (4-0)
• Approved June 14, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)

City Council

The council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed providing space for Ridgeview Ambulance at the new fire station, office space for the Sheriff's Department, and a waiver for fire department fitness equipment. No actions were taken.

• Discussed Ridgeview Ambulance stationing in Mayer; agreed to meet with Ridgeview and public works committee for proposals
• Discussed Sheriff's Department office space; public works committee to develop proposals
• Discussed fire department fitness equipment waiver; no waiver needed, fire department to create fitness room rules

City Council

The Mayer City Council is holding a work session to discuss extending water and sewer service to a vacant lot owned by the Drews on a private township road. A cost estimate from Bolton & Menk recommends extending 450 feet of 8-inch watermain from 4th Street, with a total estimated project cost of $137,156. The council will consider this option but no formal action is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on water and sewer connection for lot on 62nd Street
• Recommended option: 450 feet of 8-inch watermain from 4th Street
• Estimated project cost: $137,156
• Alternative Ridge Road option rejected due to conflicts
• Sewer connection to existing forcemain included

The council discussed a proposed $137,000 water and sewer connection to the Drew property at the end of 62nd Street, but tabled the decision for further discussion in two weeks. The mayor will also ask the interim administrator to explore releasing the properties back to the township. No formal action was taken.

• Tabled decision on $137,000 water-sewer connection for Drew property on 62nd Street
• Mayor to ask interim administrator about releasing properties back to township

Park Board

The Mayer Parks and Recreation Commission approved the meeting agenda and the August 2, 2022 minutes, both by 4-0 votes. They discussed plans for Music in the Park, including advertising and setting up tables, and noted a preconstruction meeting for the park shelter restroom is scheduled for September 15, 2022. The board also discussed that they may not be able to receive donations for the splash pad and will clarify with the League of Minnesota Cities. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved August 2, 2022 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council will hold a work session to discuss annexing properties on 62nd Street to enable a sewer and water project, with cost estimates for four options ranging from $38,128 to $140,463. They will also discuss golf carts and review the preliminary general fund budget. The annexation requires approval from Waconia Township under an orderly annexation agreement.

• Annexation of 62nd Street properties to allow sewer/water service
• Sewer forcemain options: 1A ($140,463), 1B ($84,278 city share), 2A ($38,128), 2B ($27,518 assessable)
• Per-lot assessments range from $16,856 to $38,128 depending on option
• Discussion on golf carts
• Preliminary General Fund budget review

The council discussed annexation and utility improvements for 62nd Street, with no final decision made. They also discussed golf carts but took no action, and reviewed the preliminary general fund budget.

• Discussed 62nd Street annexation and utility costs; directed staff to bring back to future work session
• Discussed golf carts; no changes to ordinance
• Reviewed preliminary general fund budget; directed staff to review debt schedules

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved an employment agreement for Nicholas Johnson as the new City Administrator starting October 3, 2022, and extended Interim City Administrator Ruch's contract through October 14, 2022. The Council also accepted an offer from Quaas Properties to purchase the old Fire Station at 400 Ash Avenue North for $385,000. Additionally, the Council formed a Wetland Committee and set a minimum wetland credit price of $2.50 per square foot.

• Approved employment agreement for new City Administrator Nicholas Johnson (4-0)
• Extended Interim City Administrator contract through October 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Accepted $385,000 offer from Quaas Properties for old Fire Station at 400 Ash Avenue North (4-0)
• Formed Wetland Committee with Mayor, City Administrator, City Engineer, Public Works Lead, and Mark Kjolhaug (4-0)
• Set low wetland credit price at $2.50 per square foot (4-0)
• Approved maintenance agreement with Carver County Water Management (4-0)
• Approved $7,610.16 upgrade to Grass Truck 11 using Fire Department budget funds (4-0)
• Authorized Interim City Administrator to pursue sales tax refund for new Fire Station items (4-0)

Park Board

The Park Board approved holding the Music in the Park celebration on Sunday, October 2, 2022, from 1-4 PM, after a date conflict with the Community Center. The board also approved the agenda and the July 12, 2022 minutes, and noted that the City Administrator position has been filled.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved July 12, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled Music in the Park for Oct. 2, 2022, 1-4 PM (3-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council awarded a $458,000 contract to Project One Construction Inc. for the Park Shelter and Restroom Project at Old School House Park, with completion expected by May 2023. The council also directed staff to obtain an appraisal for the old fire station at 400 Ash Avenue North, and approved extending the interim city administrator's hours by 4 per week. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Awarded $458,000 park shelter and restroom contract to Project One Construction Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized interim city administrator to contact realtor and acquire appraisal for old fire station (4-1)
• Extended interim city administrator's work week by 4 hours (5-0)
• Approved agenda with addition of Wetlands Project discussion (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and reports (5-0)

Park Board

The Park Board approved the agenda and June 21 minutes, then decided to hold Music in the Park on Saturday, October 1, 2022, from 4-8 PM. They will ask the Baseball Club and Mayer Lions to participate, and Commissioner Gomes will contact food vendors and reserve a bounce house. The board also discussed the City Celebration booth, noting community interest in the splash pad and park shelter design.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled Music in the Park for Oct. 1, 2022, 4-8 PM
• Decided to ask Baseball Club and Mayer Lions to participate in Music in the Park
• Commissioner Gomes to contact food vendors and reserve bounce house

City Council

The Council discussed annexing six properties on 62nd Street into the City, a topic under consideration for 15 years. Council directed staff to research each property's septic and water update history and review the current annexation agreement, agreeing to explore creative tax abatement options. No formal decision was made; the item remains under discussion.

• Directed staff to research septic and water update history for six 62nd Street properties
• Directed staff to review the current annexation agreement
• Agreed to explore creative tax abatement options for annexation
• Directed staff to prioritize youth sports scheduling for W-M Schools in Community Center gym

City Council

The Mayer City Council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes. They discussed the completed wetland project, directed staff to prepare a history and consider a Wetland Credit Committee, discussed moving forward with Public Works expansion plans, and agreed to explore sharing sheriff coverage hours with Hollywood Township.

• Directed staff to compile wetland project history for new administrator
• Discussed establishing a Wetland Credit Committee (no formal action)
• Agreed to allow staff to work with architect on Public Works expansion plans
• Agreed to explore sharing sheriff hours with Hollywood Township

Park Board

The Park and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the site plan and design for Old Schoolhouse Park, including a splash pad, to the City Council. The commission also added dugout replacement to the 2023 Capital Improvement Plan, decided to pursue a DJ for Octoberfest, and tabled budget review until shelter bids are received.

• Recommended Old Schoolhouse Park site plan and design to City Council (5-0)
• Added dugout replacement at Old Schoolhouse Park to 2023 Capital Improvement Plan
• Decided to contact a DJ for Octoberfest music event
• Tabled 2023 Park Board budget review until shelter bids are in
• Approved agenda with Octoberfest addition (5-0)
• Approved May 10, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Mayer Planning Commission recommended approval of a site plan for a new park shelter and restroom facility at Old Schoolhouse Park, with a condition. The facility will replace the existing public works building, which will be demolished, and will include restrooms, a covered patio, and a mechanical room prepared for a future splash pad. The recommendation was approved 4-0.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved March 1, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of site plan for park shelter at Old Schoolhouse Park, with condition (4-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved an amendment to the liquor ordinance to allow the Mayer Baseball Club to apply for a strong beer license, waiving the fee for the remainder of 2022. They also approved $26,787 in seal coating and crack filling for roads, sidewalks, and trails. The council accepted the prior city administrator's withdrawal from the Park Shelter Project and assigned it to the interim administrator. A proclamation declaring June 23, 2022 as International Widows Day was approved.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, pay request, and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring International Widows Day (5-0)
• Approved liquor ordinance amendment and waived fee for Mayer Baseball Club strong beer license (5-0)
• Tabled fire department fitness equipment and liability concerns to future work session
• Accepted prior city administrator's withdrawal from Park Shelter Project and assigned to interim administrator (5-0)
• Approved $26,787 seal coating and crack filling contract with Gopher State Sealcoat Inc. (5-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council held a workshop and discussed the Old Creamery building at 113 5th Street NW, where the roof reportedly collapsed this spring, creating a potential hazard. Council directed Interim City Administrator Ruch to contact the property owner to notify them of the situation and ask about immediate plans. The item was tabled for further discussion at a future meeting. No formal votes or other substantive decisions were made.

• Directed staff to contact owner of 113 5th Street NW about collapsed roof and immediate plans
• Tabled further discussion on Old Creamery building for future meeting

Park Board

The Park Commission set October 8, 2022 for an Octoberfest-style event and scheduled a Dakota Trail cleanup for May 17, 2022. They discussed splash pad concepts, agreeing on a 55-60 foot circle with a short wall, and planned to gather public input at the Mayer Rising Community Festival. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to approve the agenda, minutes, and adjournment.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 26, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Set October 8, 2022 for Octoberfest event (discussion)
• Scheduled Dakota Trail cleanup for May 17, 2022 at 6:00 pm (discussion)
• Agreed to contact Lions Club and Baseball Club about event participation (discussion)
• Discussed splash pad concept: 55-60 ft circle with short wall (discussion)
• Adjourned at 7:36 pm (4-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved a job description and salary range of $75,000 to $105,000 for the new City Administrator, and approved a $50 discount for the first 20 residents in the 2022 Smart Meter Program. They also approved the purchase of 30 fire department coveralls for $10,140 using ARPA funds, and set summer hours for City Hall. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved City Administrator job description with changes (4-0)
• Set City Administrator salary range to $75,000-$105,000 (4-0)
• Approved $50 discount for first 20 residents in Smart Meter Program (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 fire department coveralls for $10,140 with ARPA funds (4-0)
• Approved summer hours for City Hall from May 23 to Sept 23, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved temporary date change for Park Commission for June 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and resolutions (4-0)

Park Board

The Park Commission reviewed updated plans for the Old School House Park Pavilion, including a two-foot setback, future expansion feasibility, and automatic bathroom fixtures. They agreed not to add a privacy screen at this time, discussed water/sewer costs of about $28,000, and agreed to shift meetings to the third Tuesday to accommodate the departing city administrator.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 8, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Agreed not to add privacy screen in front of pavilion bathrooms
• Agreed to change Park Commission meetings to third Tuesday of the month
• Adjourned at 7:38 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved two ARPA-funded projects for fire department radios and antennas, totaling $77,896.78. They discussed other potential uses for the remaining ARPA funds, including fire department coveralls and council chamber AV, but took no final action on those. The council directed staff to review the budget and bring back financials for further discussion at the next meeting.

• Approved ARPA Project 1: FD Radios/Antenna for $38,713.78
• Approved ARPA Project 2: FD Radios (12) for $39,183.00
• Agreed not to use ARPA funds for the security system, as it was already budgeted
• Agreed to consider using ARPA funds for fire department coveralls
• Directed staff to review budget and bring back financials to next meeting

City Council

The Mayer City Council accepted City Administrator Margaret McCallum's resignation effective May 13, 2022, and directed the Personnel Committee to begin the process of hiring an interim administrator and contracting with David Drone & Associates for an executive search. The council also approved several contracts, including a $30,532 security system, a $208,316.85 street improvement project, and other public works items.

• Accepted City Administrator resignation (4-0)
• Directed Personnel Committee to get interim administrator (4-0)
• Directed McCallum to contract with David Drone & Associates for executive search (4-0)
• Approved on-call pay of $172 per weekend (3-0, Wegner abstained)
• Approved $30,532 security system from Security & Sound (4-0)
• Awarded 2022 Street Improvement Project to WM Mueller & Sons for $208,316.85 (4-0)
• Approved sewer jetting and televising for $29,820 (4-0)
• Approved SCADA upgrade for $10,942 (4-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council held a workshop to set goals for 2022, including keeping the tax rate at or below current levels, increasing transparency and civic engagement, updating capital improvement plans (CIPs), and continuing long-term planning. Council directed staff to transition away from outside research, review technology, consider adding staff, and explore an in-house city planner. They also asked for website updates, wastewater treatment facility tours, more frequent park inspections, and follow-up on a crosswalk and drug take-back program. No formal votes were taken; the session was discussion only.

• Set 2022 goals: hold tax rate, increase transparency, update CIPs, continue long-term planning
• Directed staff to transition away from outside research and prepare reports in-house
• Directed staff to ensure each department reviews its own CIPs
• Directed staff to research whether a city planner should be in-house
• Asked staff to add current photos to website and social media
• Asked staff to set up WWTF tours for residents
• Directed staff to monitor police and fire needs and inspect parks more frequently
• Directed staff to follow up on Dakota Rail Trail crosswalk and drug take-back program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed expansion plans for Zion Lutheran Church and School, which included a new parking lot with a second access point to Bluejay Avenue and removal of two buildings. No formal vote was taken, but the commission reached a consensus that they were open to selling the park property to facilitate the expansion. The church expressed willingness to discuss a land swap or shared facilities with the city.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Elected Tom Stifter as Chairperson and Patty Lanting as Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved January 5, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Reached consensus to be open to selling park property for Zion Lutheran expansion (no formal vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 PM (5-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved the purchase of a new 2022 S76 Bobcat skid loader from Lano Equipment for $16,701.77 after trade-in. The council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, and honored Fire Chief Rod Maetzold for 50 years of service. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved purchase of 2022 S76 Bobcat skid loader from Lano Equipment for $16,701.77 (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and reports (3-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council met on February 14, 2022, and approved the agenda and consent agenda, both by 5-0 votes. The consent agenda included approval of prior meeting minutes, claims, a donation resolution, a union agreement MOU, a pay request for the fire station project, and 2022 liquor licenses. No other substantive business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (5-0).
• Approved the consent agenda as presented (5-0).
• Approved the January 24, 2022 City Council meeting minutes.
• Approved claims 6257E–6291E, 24264–24311, 50201-50231.
• Approved Resolution 2-14-22-4 for a Mayer Baseball Club donation to the Fire Department.
• Approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Union Agreement.
• Approved a pay request for BCI Construction for the 2021 Fire Station Project.
• Approved the 2022 liquor licenses.

Park Board

The Park Commission and City Council held a joint discussion about the proposed Old School House Park pavilion, including its history, costs, and community needs. No formal decision was made; instead, the Commission requested additional information (e.g., bathroom requirements, bidding costs, site plan) to bring to the March meeting for further discussion.

• Adopted Park Commission agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 11, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Discussed Old School House Park pavilion project; no action taken
• Requested staff to gather information on splash pad bathroom code, bidding costs, bathroom-only costs, engineered site plan, and separate utility project cost
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved acting as a conduit for Crown College to issue $7,750,000 in bank-qualified bonds for a new residence hall and refinancing, with a $25,000 administration fee to the city. The council also adopted a surplus equipment donation policy and approved donating obsolete fire department gear. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved conduit bond issuance for Crown College, $7,750,000 (5-0)
• Approved Donation of Surplus Equipment Policy (5-0)
• Approved donation of fire department surplus turnout gear, boots, hoses, radios (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with corrections, including claims and reports (5-0)

Park Board

The Mayer Park and Recreation Commission appointed Mike Wegner as Chair and Melissa Gomes as Vice-Chair for 2022. They discussed tentative goals for 2022-2025, including a pavilion at Old School House Park, a splash pad, trail extensions, a dog park, and gazebos, but no formal action was taken on these. The commission also discussed a potential sponsored open gym time at the Community Center, with no decision made.

• Appointed Mike Wegner as Chair and Melissa Gomes as Vice-Chair for 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 9, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council approved the plans and specifications for the 2022 Street Mill and Overlay Project, with an estimated total cost of $197,545 and a city cost of $25,000. The project covers portions of River Bend Trail, Big Oak Lane, Deerwoods Court, and West Ridge Road. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the Mayer Baseball Club donation and the 2022 planning contract, and made annual appointments.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December 2021 claims, baseball club donation, and planning contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 1-10-22-2 for 2022 annual appointments (5-0)
• Approved plans and specifications for 2022 Street Mill and Overlay Project (5-0)

City Council

The Mayer City Council held a special meeting to discuss a counteroffer for the Public Works Lead position. After debating options, the council voted 5-0 to present a counteroffer that keeps the hourly pay at $31.78 but increases the stipend from $5,125.00 to $11,000.00 for carrying Water and Wastewater Class A licensures. The council declined to adjust the pay range or amend the union contract.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved presenting a counteroffer to Public Works Lead (5-0)
• Rejected motion to increase hourly pay to $34.24 and stipend to $6,872.10 (died due to lack of second)
• Approved counteroffer with hourly pay at $31.78 and stipend increased to $11,000.00 (5-0)
• Adjourned special meeting at 7:29 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The City Council discussed whether to make a counteroffer to retain a Public Works employee who received an outside job offer. A motion to create a counteroffer failed in a 2-2 vote. The Council then approved a motion to have the City Administrator and a council member meet with the employee to gather more information before deciding on a counteroffer.

• Motion to create a counteroffer for Public Works employee voted down (2-2)
• Approved having City Administrator and council member meet with employee to gather information (4-0)
• Approved Mayor Dodge as council representative for the meeting with the employee