Cooperstown public meetings in 2022
19 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council approved a reduced retainage on the street project, releasing $177,176.88 to the contractor while holding $100,000. They also approved a 50-year lease for city-owned BNSF Railway property, a water tower maintenance contract, and discussed a drainage ditch and Cooper Drain agreement. The meeting included routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and bills.
- Approved street project payment of $177,176.88, holding $100,000 retainage
- Approved 50-year lease for city-owned BNSF Railway property with Stephen Larson
- Approved Maguire Iron water tower service contract: $5,000 pressure wash, $625/hour epoxy touchup
- Approved $250,000 into 15-month CDs at Bravera Bank and Bank Forward
- Discussed drainage ditch north of city park; decision tabled until spring
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held a special meeting to approve equipment purchases for the Public Works department. They decided to buy a used 2007 International Workstar 7400 plow truck for $40,000 and a snow blower for the JD tractor from Cooper Implement for $4,090. The meeting was brief and focused solely on these purchases.
- Purchase of 2007 International Workstar 7400 plow truck from Nuss Truck & Equipment for $40,000
- Purchase of snow blower for JD tractor from Cooper Implement for $4,090
- Considered but did not purchase a snow blower from Sheyenne Tooling for $5,256
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council met on November 7, 2022, and approved a $578,590.66 payment for the CAP7 street project, discussed a possible sale of the swimming pool property for school expansion, and approved several contracts and permits. The council also approved a 12.8% increase in BCBS health premiums and a 10-year lease for city property.
- Approved $578,590.66 payment to Bituminous Paving Inc. for CAP7 Project 2020-1 & 2021-1
- Discussed selling swimming pool property for school expansion; Park Board to meet Nov 15
- Approved 12.8% BCBS health premium increase, new rate $7,594.97
- Approved 10-year lease with Stephen and Dena Larson for city property near golf course
- Approved $100/hour contract with 701 Towing to remove vehicles from Craig Siek property
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council met to discuss additional street and curb work items identified by public works and council members. Moore Engineering presented drawings and quantities, and the council decided which areas to survey for further design and cost estimates. A future meeting will review cost estimates and approvals.
- 707 and 708 Cherokee Court curb and gutter replacements (one to be surveyed)
- Foster Ave trench settlement in front of school to be surveyed
- 305 and 406 Park Ave valley gutter replacements to be surveyed
- Park Ave from 11th St to 10th St curb and gutter to be surveyed
- 12th St and 16th St aprons to Highway 200 and one culvert to be surveyed
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council approved the 2023 final budget with a property tax levy of $217,282.39 for the general fund, and accepted a $600 bid for Lots 1-12, Block 9, Original Town. They also ratified a $13,932 contract for curb and gutter work, dismissed a blight nuisance, and certified past-due utility bills to property taxes. The meeting included routine reports and license renewals.
- Approved 2023 Final Budget with $217,282.39 general fund levy
- Accepted $600 bid from Jack Stanhope and Phyllis Wood-Lasher for Lots 1-12, Block 9, Original Town
- Ratified $13,932 contract with Myron Builders for curb/gutter and valley gutter work
- Certified past-due utility bills totaling over $5,000 to property taxes
- Dismissed Jerry Hohertz blight nuisance
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held a special meeting to discuss the Water Replacement and Street Replacement projects. They reviewed how the projects went and identified areas for improvement. Moore Engineering will present options for addressing remaining problem areas.
- Discussion of Water Replacement project
- Discussion of Street Replacement project
- Moore Engineering to present options for problem areas
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council approved a $578,590.66 payment for the 2020-1 Street Rehabilitation project and a lagoon sludge treatment program. They also approved several building permits, a property sale, and set a hearing for a nuisance abatement contest.
- Approved CAP7 payment of $578,590.66 for 2020-1 Street Rehabilitation
- Approved lagoon shock treatment and maintenance program
- Approved sale of North 93' of Lot 21, Block 60 to Cooperstown Golden Age Club for $1.00
- Set October 3 hearing for Jerry Hohertz's nuisance abatement contest
- Approved building permits for garages, fences, a raffle, and outdoor live music
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held a special meeting to discuss multiple properties with blight issues. They voted to send notices, contact public health, and pursue a civil suit for one property. The council also declined to grant an easement to the Golden Age Club for electrical outlets on city property.
- 1305 Lenham Ave SE: contact public health for raccoon-infested roof hole
- 101 Burrel Ave NW: proceed with civil suit for ordinance violations
- Notices to Abate Nuisance for properties on 14th St NE, 4th St NW, South 60th, Roberts Ave NW, Park Ave NW
- Letters to clean up noxious weeds for properties on Park Ave NE
- Denied easement request from Golden Age Club for electrical outlets
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council approved the 2023 Preliminary Budget and set a public hearing for October 3, 2022, at 7:00 pm. They also discussed a rural water supply proposal from NDRW/AE2S but made no decision, and reviewed the ongoing 2020-1 Street Rehabilitation project. Several routine items were approved, including permits, license renewals, and equipment purchases.
- Approved 2023 Preliminary Budget; final adoption at Oct. 3 meeting
- Discussed rural water supply from new Hannaford facility; no decision
- Approved purchase of snow bucket ($1,720) and wheel weights ($1,688)
- Approved building permits for Herbert Hill and Katherine Hill
- Approved liquor license renewal for Coachman Inn
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held a brief special meeting and voted unanimously to approve a building permit submitted by Brad Hannesson. The meeting was procedural and adjourned after the single action.
- Approved building permit submitted by Brad Hannesson
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held its regular July 5, 2022 meeting, approving minutes, financial reports, and a list of bills totaling $119,030.17. They heard progress on the 2020-1 Street Rehabilitation project, approved pursuing the Living Local App, and held a public hearing on extending the Renaissance Zone Plan. Several permits and license renewals were also approved.
- Approved $119,030.17 in bills, including $16,296.00 to Moore Engineering for street improvements
- Public hearing on extending the Cooperstown Renaissance Zone Plan for 5 years; no comments received
- Approved on-sale liquor and on/off sale beer license renewal for The Fish Bowl
- Approved building permits for fence and driveway paving (Ethan & Samantha Harris) and fence (Linda Parks)
- Approved raffle permit for GCC Titan Booster Club
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held its regular meeting on June 6, 2022, covering routine approvals and several notable actions. They approved a 3% pay increase for all employees, began the process to extend the city's Renaissance Zone status for five years, and approved liquor license renewals for Bloom Café and Millers Fresh Foods. The council also discussed the 2020-1 Street Rehabilitation project, requested more information on defective work items, and held a public hearing on a perceived conflict of interest regarding a Main Street grant to CCAA, with no comments received.
- Approved 3% pay increase for all employees effective June 1, 2022
- Began process to extend Renaissance Zone status for 5 years (current status expires Oct. 8, 2022)
- Approved on-sale beer license renewal for Bloom Café and off-sale beer/liquor license for Millers Fresh Foods
- Approved building permits for Roger Schilke (shop/storage) and Aaron McCardle (apron/driveway); tabled Justin Parsons' permit
- Approved $1,500,000 auditor bond limit and pledged securities of $485,959.98 (Bank Forward) and $7,034,186.00 (Bravera Bank)
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved an agreement to pay the 25% match required by the COPS grant to hire an additional deputy for three years. The city will also split the salary cost of the fourth year 50/50 with the county, providing policing and ordinance enforcement for the city.
- Approved agreement to pay 25% match for COPS grant to hire deputy for 3 years
- City to split 4th-year deputy salary 50/50 with county
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council approved trading a utility tractor for a new one with a cab at a cost of $13,200, funded by sales tax. They also received updates on the street project, street crew activities, and the city auditor's report. The council approved several permits, including a raffle and bingo license and a garage addition, and passed the second reading of a water system protection ordinance.
- Approved trading the 5055E Utility Tractor for a 5075E with cab at a cost of $13,200.00
- Approved up to $150.00 per year per employee for city logo apparel
- Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2022-1, Protection of Public Water System
- Approved a building permit for Lucas Flatt to add a 3-stall garage addition
- Approved a Local Permit for Sheyenne Valley Horseshoe Club for raffle and bingo
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council, acting as the Board of Equalization, approved changes to the 2022 assessment roll. The city assessor reported a median sales ratio of 91.49% and a total value change of $332,170. Notices were sent to five property owners whose values increased by at least $3,000 and 10%.
- Approved assessment roll changes for 2022 tax year
- Median sales ratio reported at 91.49%
- Total value change of $332,170
- Notices mailed to 5 property owners with increases over $3,000 and 10%
City Council
The City Council approved a fee increase for businesses to have lots sanded. The council also reviewed the financial report, approved various bills, and discussed street crew activity.
- Increased cost for sanding business lots from $50 to $100 per lot
- Approval of local permit for Friends of the Griggs County Library raffle
- Payment of $130,000.00 to Premier Specialty Vehicles
- Payment of $20,250.00 to Dirt Pro for building demolition at 604 10th St NE
- Approval of monthly bills including $22,274.54 to Cooperstown Mun Airport Auth
City Council
The City Council approved updates to the city's personnel policy regarding paydays and vacation. The council also voted to hire Tucker Eli for a Public Works position at $16 per hour.
- Approved changes to personnel policy sections 7.02 (Paydays) and 9.01 (Vacation)
- Approved a $595 fee for the Banyon Retirement Report Printing add-on
- Hired Tucker Eli for Public Works at $16 per hour with potential increases based on certifications
- Renewed library lease agreement for a 20-year term
- Approved a $one-time fee of $595 for payroll software automation
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council held a special meeting to address snow removal needs. They voted unanimously to hire temporary help at $25 per hour, with no overtime, until a new employee is hired. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:14 pm.
- Hired temporary snow removal help at $25/hour until new employee hired
- Motion amended to pay help as employees with no overtime
City Council
The Cooperstown City Council met for a regular meeting, approving minutes, paying bills totaling $90,388.42, and passing motions for a raffle permit and designating city funds to two banks. They also received updates on the Red River Valley Water Supply Project and street crew activities, and noted upcoming elections and a grant application.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $90,388.42
- Approved Local Permit for GCC Post Prom raffle
- Designated city funds for deposit into Bank Forward and Bravera Bank
- Red River Valley Water Supply Project update presented
- Mayor and 4 council seats on June 14, 2022 ballot