Fulda, Minnesota

Regular City Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council will review routine consent agenda items, cash balances, and department reports. It will discuss a request from the Fulda Area Lakes Association to purchase and install steps on Second Lake. A major item is HULSTEIN Pay Application #47 for $434,120.44. Additional topics include SCDP housing guidelines, a DSI grant agreement, streetscape improvements, and several building permits.

• Fulda Area Lakes Association request to purchase and install steps on Second Lake
• HULSTEIN Pay Application #47 – payment of $434,120.44 to contractor
• Consent agenda items (routine approvals)
• SCDP items: housing guidelines, DSI administrative agreement, streetscape improvement T/O #9
• Building permits for shed, ISD 505 addition/remodel, and chicken coops

Special Council Meeting

The Council met to determine the scope of improvements for the city hall and fire hall. Discussions included the Phase 1 overall design, streetscapes, and water and sewer replacement around the school.

• City hall and fire hall improvement scope
• Phase 1 overall design
• Water and sewer replacement around the school
• Streetscapes project concept plan
• Review of cost estimates for school-area utility work and streetscapes

The council agreed to continue purchasing the green space for the streetscapes project, with funds to be released soon. Council members reached a consensus not to use special assessments to fund Phase 1 of the project. The meeting was formally adjourned with a motion carried 5‑0.

• Approved continuation of green space purchase for streetscapes project (no vote tally recorded)
• Rejected use of special assessments for Phase 1 project funding (no vote tally recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (ayes: 5, nays: 0, abstain: 0)

CLOSED Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council met in a closed session on June 8, 2026 under Minnesota Statute 13D.05 for attorney‑client privilege. The agenda included a call to order, roll call, and an ongoing litigation update presented by Lida Bannick of Eckberg Lammers. No substantive motions were taken other than a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Closed session invoked under MN Statute 13D.05 (attorney‑client privilege)
• Ongoing litigation update presented by Lida Bannick (Eckberg Lammers)
• Motion to adjourn adopted unanimously (5 ayes, 0 nays)

The council met in closed session on June 8, 2026 as required by MN Statute 13D.05. The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which passed with five ayes and no nays. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned closed meeting (5‑0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council will review a draft Plum Creek Library agreement, a temporary on‑sale liquor license for the Lions Club, and repairs for Fire Truck 801. Routine items on the consent agenda include May 2026 bills totaling $181,698.92 and a Bollig Engineering pay application. The meeting also includes reports on cash balances, department updates, and building permit requests for sheds and a deck.

• Plum Creek Library Agreement (draft) – council discussion
• Lions Club temporary on‑sale liquor license – council discussion
• Fire Truck 801 repairs – council discussion
• May 2026 bills $181,698.92 – consent agenda
• Bollig Engineering pay application – consent agenda

The council approved the agenda with an added Plum Creek Library Agreement and adopted the consent agenda covering May 2026 bills of $181,698.92. It authorized insurance repair of fire truck 801 and wrote off $34,027.10 in uncollectible ambulance accounts. The council also approved a $396,935.41 pay application for Hulstein, a change order for the CSAH 2 storm‑sewer project, and several other financial and permit items. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda with Plum Creek Library Agreement addition (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda for May 2026 bills $181,698.92 (5-0)
• Authorized fire truck 801 repairs via insurance and equipment funds (5-0)
• Wrote off uncollectible ambulance accounts receivable $34,027.10 (5-0)
• Allocated $39,972 to 2027 Wood Duck Addition bond and remainder to General Equipment Fund (5-0)
• Approved $396,935.41 pay application #3 for Hulstein (5-0)
• Approved change order for CSAH 2 storm‑sewer work, pending Murray County approval (5-0)
• Approved Plum Creek Library System Agency Agreement (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council meeting on May 4, 2026 includes routine consent agenda items and several new business items. Council members will consider Resolution 2026-08 to approve a land sale and Resolution 2026-09 to support a request for state bonding. Additional items include a gambling permit application for the Fulda Community Club and several building permit requests. The meeting also features departmental updates and a monthly engineering report.

• Resolution 2026-08: approval of land sale
• Resolution 2026-09: supporting request for state bonding
• Fulda Community Club gambling permit application
• Building permit requests (front patio enclosure, shed, pergola, chicken permit)
• Bollig Engineering monthly update

The Fulda City Council approved agenda additions, a consent agenda with $547,980.44 in April bills, and several permits and resolutions. It also approved repairs to Well #6, the purchase of a new lawn tractor, the use of a postcard URL for the Consumer Confidence Report, and a gambling permit for the Wood Duck Festival, while acknowledging a fire chief resignation. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda additions for building permits and zoning application (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $547,980.44 April bills (5-0)
• Approved repairs on Well #6 (5-0)
• Approved trade and purchase of new lawn tractor (5-0)
• Approved use of postcard billing URL for Consumer Confidence Report (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-08 land sale (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-09 supporting state bonding request (5-0)
• Approved gambling permit for Fulda Community Club Wood Duck Festival (5-0)

Special Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council met in a special session on April 28, 2026, to conduct routine business and adjourn the meeting. The session lasted approximately 46 minutes and concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Call to order and roll call
• Motion to adjourn the meeting
• Vote results: 5 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions

The council voted to adjourn the special meeting at 7:46 pm. The motion was moved by Bray, seconded by Witzel, and carried unanimously (5 ayes, 0 nays). No other actions or decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned special meeting (5-0)

Special Council Meeting

The council reviewed a proposal for additional bituminous work on County State‑Aid Highway 2. Murray County approved a contribution of $120,000, contingent on the city covering the remaining costs. Supporting documents include a bid tabulation and infrastructure‑improvement pages. The meeting was otherwise procedural and adjourned at 7:00 pm.

• Murray County approval of $120,000 for additional bituminous work on CSAH 2
• City of Fulda to provide remaining costs for the CSAH 2 project
• Attachment: 26-04-21_Fulda CSAH 2 Bid Tabulation_Copy JO (PDF)
• Attachment: Pages from 4_254021-FULDA CSAH 2‑INFRA IMP FINAL (PDF)
• Paver / hotbox cost listed as $35,002

The council voted unanimously (5‑0‑0) to move forward with additional bituminous work on County State‑Aid Highway 2, a $218,696 upgrade that Murray County will fund $120,000 of. The council also approved a change order for the revised CSAH 2 project as requested by Bollig Engineering. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of a paver/hotbox for $3,500.

• Approved moving forward with additional CSAH 2 road work ($218,696 total, $120,000 funded by Murray County) – vote 5‑0‑0
• Approved change order for the revised CSAH 2 project – motion carried
• Approved purchase of paver/hotbox for $3,500 – vote 5‑0‑0

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will consider renewing the RR Depot Museum insurance policy, weighing coverage at the current replacement cost of $583,900 with a $1,464 annual premium versus a cost‑of‑reproduction new policy valued at $1,299,400 with a $3,500 premium. The agenda also includes a Bluepeak rate adjustment, an amendment to sewer late‑fee ordinance (Ordinance 260), and a new 2026‑2028 local animal pound agreement. These items will be discussed for their impact on city finances and services.

• RR Depot Museum insurance renewal: $583,900 insured value, $1,464 premium; alternative $1,299,400 value, $3,500 premium
• Bluepeak rate adjustment (details in attached document)
• Ordinance 260 to amend Ordinance 171 – changes to sewer late fees
• Local Animal Pound Agreement for 2026‑2028
• Building permits for various private projects (fence, shed, garage, tear‑downs)

The council accepted a donated dock and a house from Judy Hermann’s estate, approved a $1,500 contribution to the Safe Routes for All planning grant, and authorized the sale of fire truck 805 for $15,000. Additional actions included approving the National Day of Prayer proclamation, amending ordinance 171, permitting a fundraising raffle, and adopting building permits and a local animal pound agreement.

• Accepted dock donation (5-0)
• Accepted house donation from Judy Hermann’s estate (5-0)
• Approved $1,500 contribution to Safe Routes for All planning grant (4-1)
• Approved sale of fire truck 805 to Brindlee for $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved National Day of Prayer proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 260 to amend ordinance 171 (5-0)
• Approved Fulda Area Lakes Association raffle fundraiser (5-0)
• Approved Local Animal Pound Agreement for 2026-2028 (5-0)

Special Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council convened at 8:30 am on March 12, 2026 and adjourned three minutes later after a motion to adjourn passed 5‑0. The agenda listed one substantive item: a discussion of the Surplus Equipment Donation Policy, referenced in the attachment "Donation-of-Surplus-City-Equipment.pdf". No other items were scheduled for decision.

• Surplus Equipment Donation Policy (see Donation-of-Surplus-City-Equipment.pdf)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (carried 5‑0)

The council voted to adopt a model surplus equipment donation policy, allowing surplus items to be listed and given to nonprofit organizations. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Adopted surplus equipment donation policy (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

CLOSED Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council met in a closed session on March 2, 2026 under Minnesota Statute 13D.05 for attorney‑client privilege. No agenda items were discussed publicly. The meeting was adjourned at 4:57 pm.

• Closed session – attorney‑client privileged discussion, no public agenda items

The Fulda City Council met in a closed session on March 2, 2026 as required by Minnesota Statute 13D.05. Only procedural matters were addressed, including a motion to adjourn which was carried. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will discuss the renewal policy for the RR Depot Museum, which proposes an insured value of $583,900 with an annual premium of $1,464, versus a cost‑of‑reproduction value of $1,299,400 with a $3,500 premium. Routine consent agenda items, including February 2026 bills totaling $251,061.14, will be approved together. Additional items include liquor‑license applications, building‑permit requests, and a monthly update from Bollig Engineering.

• RR Depot Museum insurance renewal: $583,900 insured value, $1,464 annual premium; cost‑of‑reproduction $1,299,400, $3,500 premium
• Liquor license approvals for Graff's, American Legion, T & C Golf, 507 Burger and Pizza, and The Duck Pond
• Building permit requests for 510 E Lake fence, Adam Lorenzen shed, Don Olsem steps, and Steiner driveway/sidewalk/steps
• Consent agenda items, including February 2026 bills totaling $251,061.14
• Monthly council update from Bollig Engineering

The council voted unanimously to approve all attached policies and Resolution 2026‑07 related to the Small Cities Development Program award of almost $1.2 million. Additional unanimous actions included approving the agenda, consent agenda, hiring part‑time summer help, granting six liquor licenses, and approving several building permits. The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda including February bills totaling $251,061.14 (5‑0)
• Approved all Small Cities Development Program policies and Resolution 2026‑07 (5‑0)
• Approved hiring part‑time summer help for asphalt and tree work at $18/hour (5‑0)
• Approved liquor licenses for six establishments (5‑0)
• Approved building permits for shed, steps, driveway, sidewalk, and fence (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:25 p.m. (5‑0)

Special Council Meeting

The City Council is considering a Truck Committee recommendation to purchase a new tanker. The proposal includes an optional front bumper monitor nozzle for an additional $15,760.

• Recommendation to purchase a new tanker truck
• Proposed front bumper monitor (nozzle) at a cost of $15,760

The council voted 5-0 to approve the purchase of a Heiman CT229 fire tanker for a total cost of $375,385, using truck fund savings. The motion was moved by Councilmember Bray and seconded by Witzel. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:35 pm by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved purchase of Heiman CT229 fire tanker for $375,385 (5-0)
• Adjourned special council meeting (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Fulda City Council will consider routine items on the consent agenda, approve the meeting agenda, and vote on several resolutions. Key decisions include authorizing a $169,000 General Obligation Equipment Bond (Resolution 2026-06), adopting the 2025 Murray County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 2026-04), and reviewing an exempt permit application for T & C Golf (LG220). The council will also acknowledge the resignation of fire department member John Nau effective 01/15/2026 and hold an open forum for public comments.

• Approve meeting agenda (Item 1).
• Authorize issuance of a $169,000 General Obligation Equipment Bond Series 2026A (Resolution 2026-06).
• Adopt the 2025 Murray County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 2026-04).
• Review LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for T & C Golf (Item 10).
• Acknowledge resignation of John Nau effective 01/15/2026 (Fire Department item).

The council approved several items, including a $169,000 General Obligation equipment bond and the adoption of the 2025 Murray County Hazard Mitigation Plan. It also approved a gambling permit for T & C Golf and agreed to pay half of a $2,170.40 lake‑sign cost. Additional approvals covered a $3,500 offer for an old jetter, a $0.50 water rate increase, and fire department officer recommendations.

• Approved Resolution 2026-06 authorizing issuance of $169,000 GO equipment bond (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 to adopt 2025 Murray County Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Approved gambling permit for T & C Golf (5-0)
• Approved city to pay half of $2,170.40 lake sign cost from lake restoration funds (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 offer for old jetter (5-0)
• Approved $0.50 water rate increase for Travis Kramer (5-0)
• Approved fire department officer recommendations and acknowledged resignation of John Nau (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved City Clerk attendance at MCFOA conference and LMC training (5-0)

Special Council Meeting

The council examined lease and purchase options for a new street tractor, including a New Holland PS120 lease at $9,000 per year and several purchase offers ranging from $94,500 to $110,000. It also considered bond financing alternatives for a jetter, skid loader and tractor, with 8‑year terms at 4.40% or 4.5% and varying down‑payment and payment schedules. No final decisions were recorded in the agenda.

• Lease option: New Holland PS120 tractor $9,000/yr for 150 hours, $60/hr for extra hours
• Purchase option: John Deere tractor (1‑yr old, 270 hrs) $94,500 with 16‑month warranty
• Purchase option: Zielger new Massey Ferguson 5710 $110,000
• Bond finance option: 8‑year term at 4.40% no down payment, payments $23,167.70 first year to $26,120 last year for jetter & skid loader
• Bond finance option: 8‑year term at 4.5% with $100,000 down, payments $23,288.75 first year to $26,125 last year for jetter, skid loader and tractor

The council voted 5‑0 to purchase a used Kubota M6 tractor for $93,500, using a $100,000 down payment and $100,000 from equipment savings. It also approved an eight‑year bond to fund the tractor, skid loader and jetter, with a $100,000 down payment and early‑payoff option. Finally, the council amended Resolution 2026‑01 to add Streets/Alleys and Water & Sewer (Lagoon) to Meyeraan’s committee assignments.

• Approved purchase of used Kubota M6 tractor for $93,500 (5‑0)
• Allocated $100,000 down payment plus $50,000 each from Water and Street Equipment savings (5‑0)
• Approved eight‑year bond to finance tractor, skid loader, and jetter with $100,000 down payment (5‑0)
• Added early‑payoff option to the eight‑year bond (5‑0)
• Revised Resolution 2026‑01 to add Streets/Alleys to Meyeraan’s committee (5‑0)
• Revised Resolution 2026‑01 to add Water & Sewer (Lagoon) to Meyeraan’s committee (5‑0)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 am (5‑0)
• Adopted the meeting minutes on 02/02/2026 (5‑0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the 2026 fee schedule, a cost of living adjustment proposal, and the MN Paid Leave Policy. The body is also considering a $336,202 prepay for CSAH 2 project engineering expenses and an ambulance operating deficit grant.

• Ordinance no. 259 regarding the 2026 fee schedule
• Prepayment of $336,202 for CSAH 2 project engineering expenses via temp GO BOND 2025A
• Resolution 2026-02 for an OEMS Ambulance Operating Deficit grant of $4,880.37
• December 2025 bills totaling $2,476,474.40
• Building permit for a new home for Tim & Jean Runkle

The council unanimously approved a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment for 2026, a $20,000 annual police coverage contract with Murray County Sheriff, and a $324,337.60 payment to contractors for the CSAH 2 infrastructure improvement. They also adopted the 2026 fee schedule, authorized a $1,400 purchase of a stokes stretcher for the fire department, and prepaid $336,202 from the GO Bond for engineering expenses. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment for 2026 (5‑0)
• Approved Murray County Sheriff police coverage contract for $20,000/year (5‑0)
• Approved contractor pay application #2 for CSAH 2 project, $324,337.60 (5‑0)
• Approved step‑grade increases for A. Hulstein and T. Kramer (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 259 establishing 2026 fee schedule (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of stokes stretcher, harness and float for $1,400 (5‑0)
• Approved prepayment of $336,202 from GO Bond 2025B for CSAH 2 engineering expenses (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑02 OEMS Ambulance Operating Deficit Grant (5‑0)