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👤 Members & officials (12)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Andy Fasching
- Jeannie Stumpf
- Kyle Strobel
- Peggy Flusemann
- Jeannie Stump
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Karl Pinske
- Josh VonBerge
- Lois Wilkens
- Troy Baumann
- Tony Stepien
- Lloyd Graupmann
- Shane Palmquist
Recent meetings
Mon Jul 13, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Council adopts shipping container and solar energy ordinances
The City Council adopted Ordinance 105 (shipping containers) and Ordinance 106 (solar energy systems), and rescinded the temporary moratorium on those items. The council also approved the fire department's SOP manual, a $6,500 asbestos inspection contract, and accepted donations from the American Legion totaling $44,000.
- Adopted Ordinance 105 adding Chapter 156 Shipping Containers (all in favor)
- Adopted Ordinance 106 adding Chapter 157 Solar Energy Systems (all in favor)
- Rescinded Resolution 2026-06 temporary moratorium on shipping containers and solar panels (all in favor)
- Approved PFD Standard Operating Procedures Manual - Sixth Edition (all in favor)
- Approved $6,500 Terracon asbestos inspection proposal (all in favor)
- Accepted $43,000 American Legion donation ($21,500 to Fire District, $21,500 to City) (all in favor)
- Accepted $1,000 American Legion donation for stadium lights (all in favor)
- Approved payment of claims totaling $47,000+ (all in favor)
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Minutes 7-13-2026
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JULY 13, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:00pm on the 13th day of July,
2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching (arrived at 7:20p), Peggy Flusemann, Kyle Strobel and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Chief Ryan Neubarth; Stacy Sohns; Susanne Couval Templin; Ron Templin
Motion: by JS to approve the agenda as presented. Second by KS. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
none
Motion: by KS to approve the minutes of the June 8, 2026, regular City Council Meeting. Second by PF. All in favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the June 16, 2026 minutes were provided for review.
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A public hearing for Mr. Lemmer’s CUP request was held on June 16, 2026. Following the public hearing and
discussion, the PPC completed the Conditional Use Permit Determination form, setting out the conditions that
would be required. Members then voted, with 2 voting yes and 4 voting no. Therefore, the recommendation to
the council was to not approve Mr. Lemmer’s request. Following that meeting, Mr. Lemmers advised the
Zoning Administrator that he was withdrawing his CUP request at this time. Therefore, no action was taken by
the Council.
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The next PPC meeting is set for July 21, …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Council approves sewer valve replacement and playground slide repair
The City Council approved several maintenance actions, including a $4,980 sewer air release valve replacement and up to $5,000 for playground slide repair. They also approved payment of claims and discussed ongoing litigation and road infrastructure projects.
- Approved sewer air release valve replacement for $4,980 (all in favor)
- Approved playground slide repair up to $5,000 (all in favor)
- Approved payment of claims as listed (all in favor)
- Approved agenda and minutes (all in favor)
- Approved Treasurer's Report (all in favor)
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Minutes 6-8-2026
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JUNE 8, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:00pm on the 8th day of June,
2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching, Peggy Flusemann, and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Sergent Caturia; Susanne Couval Templin; Ron Templin; Chief Ryan Neubarth
Motion: by JS to approve the agenda as presented. Second by PF. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
none
Motion: by JS to approve the minutes of the May 11, 2026, regular City Council Meeting. Second by AF. All in favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the May 19, 2026 minutes were provided for review.
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The public hearing for the Shipping Container ordinance and the Solar Energy Systems ordinance will be June
16, 2026. The public hearing for Mr. Lemmer’s CUP request will also be at that time.
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The next PPC meeting is set for June 16, 2026. PF will attend.
Plato Fire Department
Chief Neubarth – house burn went well, however they had issues with the engine, which have now been
repaired; anhydrous ammonia training; County Chiefs meeting – box alarms are still in progress, mutual aid
agreements will be updated; mass triage car/bus scenario training
McLeod County Sheriff
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1st Quarter 2026 call reports were p …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Planning Commission
✓ Decided: Planning Commission schedules June 16 public hearing on CUP request
The Plato Planning Commission reviewed Luke Lemmers' conditional use permit (CUP) request and scheduled a public hearing for June 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The hearing will also cover the Shipping Container Ordinance and Solar Panel Ordinance. The commission discussed the Land Use Section of the Comprehensive Plan, with the Housing Section to be discussed at the June meeting. No substantive decisions were made; actions were limited to scheduling and agenda/minutes approval.
- Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
- Approved April 21 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Scheduled public hearing for June 16, 2026, on CUP request, Shipping Container Ordinance, and Solar Panel Ordinance
- Discussed Land Use Section of Comprehensive Plan; Housing Section deferred to June meeting
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MAY 19, 2026
CITY OF PLATO PLANNING COMMISSION
MONTHLY MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Plato Planning Commission was called to order by Acting Chairperson,
Danny Hestad, at 6:30 p.m. on the 19th day of May 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall meeting room.
Planning Commission members present: Danny Hestad, Kris Boesche, Lloyd Graupmann, Troy
Baumann, Tony Stepien, and Josh VonBerge.
Absent: Shane Palmquist and Karl Pinske.
Guests: Jeannie Stumpf (Zoning Administrator/city council member), Gerri Scott (city clerk), and Luke
Lemmers.
MOTION: by DH to approve the agenda for today’s meeting with a second by JV. All in favor.
MOTION: by JV to approve the April 21 meeting minutes with a second by DH. All in favor.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: Nothing new.
NEW BUSINESS: PPC reviewed Luke’s CUP request. Public hearing scheduled for June 16 at 6:30
p.m. at the next PPC meeting. Public hearing also to include Shipping Container Ordinance and Solar
Panel Ordinance for same date and time.
LG then went over the Land Use Section of the Plato Comprehensive Plan. Housing Section to be read
next by the PPC members with discussion at the June meeting.
Next Plato Planning Commission Meeting/Public Hearing is scheduled for June 16, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
MOTION: by TB to adjourn the meeting with a second by JV. Meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
Kris Boesche
Secretary
Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
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Minutes 5-11-2026
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MAY 11, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:08pm on the 11th day of May,
2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching, Peggy Flusemann, Kyle Strobel and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Ron Templin; Luke Lemmers; Cheryl Parpart
Motion: by JS to approve the agenda as presented. Second by PF. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
Luke Lemmers presented before Council to discuss the shipping container ordinance and his CUP and to express his
appreciation of the Council.
Motion: by KS to approve the minutes of the April 13, 2026, regular City Council Meeting. Second by JS. All in favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the April 21, 2026 minutes were provided for review.
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GS provided a timeline for the adoption of the new ordinances and Mr. Lemmers’ CUP request
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The Shipping Container ordinance with revisions was presented to the Council for final approval. With no
additional revisions, ordinance will be set for Public Hearing on June 16, 2026
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The Solar Energy Systems ordinance was presented to the Council for final approval. With no additional
revisions, ordinance will be set for Public Hearing on June 16, 2026.
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The next PPC meeting is set for May 19, …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Planning Commission
✓ Decided: Planning Commission reviews solar and shipping container ordinance changes
The Planning Commission reviewed attorney-revised Solar Panel and Shipping Container Ordinances, with final edits and a public hearing scheduled for the May 19 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda and March minutes were approved, and the meeting adjourned.
- Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
- Approved March 17 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Reviewed Solar Panel Ordinance changes; final edit deferred to May
- Reviewed Shipping Container Ordinance changes; final edit deferred to May
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APRIL 21, 2026
CITY OF PLATO PLANNING COMMISSION
MONTHLY MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Plato Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson, Shane
Palmquist, at 6:30 p.m. on the 21st day of April 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall meeting room.
Planning Commission members present: Shane Palmquist, Kris Boesche, Lloyd Graupmann, Danny
Hestad, and Josh VonBerge.
Absent: Troy Baumann, Karl Pinske, and Tony Stepien
Guests: Jeannie Stumpf (Zoning Administrator/city council member), Luke Lemmers, and Susanne
Couval Templin.
MOTION: by DH to approve the agenda for today’s meeting with a second by JV. All in favor.
MOTION: by JV to approve the March 17 meeting minutes with a second by DH. All in favor.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: JS gave an update on a resident approval of a new fence going
up and Rusch Creek Services ongoing expansion.
NEW BUSINESS: PPC reviewed the changes made by the city attorney to the Solar Panel Ordinance
and Shipping Container Ordinance. Final edit will be reviewed at the May PPC meeting with a public
hearing to be scheduled on that date.
Luke Lemmers had some questions regarding timeline of shipping container request at his
residence/business. He will work with JS on paperwork.
Next Plato Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
MOTION: by KB to adjourn the meeting with a second by DH. Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Kris Boesche
Secretary
Mon Apr 13, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Council approves claims, licenses, and capital outlay policy
The City Council approved the revised agenda, minutes, treasurer's report, and claims totaling over $100,000. They adopted the Capital Outlay Criteria policy, renewed liquor and tobacco licenses, and approved a temporary malt liquor license for the Plato Baseball Club. The crosswalk/traffic calming project was tabled for future consideration.
- Approved revised agenda and March 9 minutes (all in favor)
- Approved Treasurer's Report and CD rollover for 6 months (all in favor)
- Approved claims payment including interim claims (all in favor)
- Adopted Capital Outlay Criteria policy (all in favor)
- Tabled crosswalk/traffic calming project
- Approved liquor license renewal for King Pin Pub (all in favor)
- Approved liquor and tobacco license renewals for MN Stores LLC (all in favor)
- Approved temporary malt liquor license for Plato Baseball Club (all in favor)
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Minutes 4-13-2026
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APRIL 13, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:01pm on the 13th day of
April, 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching, Peggy Flusemann, Kyle Strobel and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Susanne Couval Templin, Ron Templin, Ryan Neubarth (PFD), Cheryl Parpart
Motion: by KS to approve the revised agenda as presented. Second by PF. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
none
Motion: by PF to approve the minutes of the March 9, 2026, regular City Council Meeting. Second by KS. All in favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the March 17, 2026 minutes were provided for review.
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GS advised the City Attorney has reviewed the new draft of the shipping container ordinance and the draft of the
solar energy systems ordinance. Both ordinances will go back to the PPC for final review.
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The next PPC meeting is set for April 21, 2026. JS will attend.
Plato Fire Department
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Chief Ryan Neubarth reported:
o
The department has recently completed numerous trainings, are doing a house burn with NYA, and
possibly another one in the near future.
o
Weather training class has been rescheduled to May 11 at 6pm
o
Recruitment efforts look promising
McLeod County Sheriff …
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
Planning Commission
✓ Decided: Planning Commission schedules public hearing for shipping container and solar panel ordinances
The Planning Commission approved the agenda and February meeting minutes. They agreed to schedule a public hearing for the shipping container and solar panel ordinances at a later date, and advised a resident to pursue a Conditional Use Permit for a shipping container. The commission will continue reviewing the Comprehensive Plan's Economic Development section at the April meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
- Approved February 17 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Scheduled public hearing for shipping container and solar panel ordinances (date TBD)
- Advised Luke Lemmers to use Conditional Use Permit process for shipping container
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MARCH 17, 2026
CITY OF PLATO PLANNING COMMISSION
MONTHLY MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Plato Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson, Shane
Palmquist, at 6:30 p.m. on the 17th day of March 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall meeting room.
Planning Commission members present: Shane Palmquist, Troy Baumann, Kris Boesche, Lloyd
Graupmann, Danny Hestad, Karl Pinske, Tony Stepien, and Josh VonBerge.
Guests: Jeannie Stumpf (Zoning Administrator/city council member), Luke Lemmers, Susanne Couval
Templin, and Ron Templin.
MOTION: by TB to approve the agenda for today’s meeting with a second by DH. All in favor.
MOTION: by DH to approve the February 17 meeting minutes with a second by KP. All in favor.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: Nothing at this time.
NEW BUSINESS: City Council requested the PPC again review the shipping ordinance after
suggestions were made at the last City Council meeting. It was advised that a public hearing be
scheduled for the shipping container and solar panel ordinance at the same meeting. The PPC will
schedule that for a later date.
Luke Lemmers presented before the PPC in regards to a shipping container he would like to place on his
property. It was advised he go through the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process.
LG gave a short presentation on the Plato Comprehensive Plan through the Land Use Section. PPC
members will continue reading through the Economic Development portion and discuss at the April
meeting.
Next Plato Planning Commi …
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
City Council
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Minutes 3-9-2026
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MARCH 9, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:00pm on the 9th day of
March, 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching, Peggy Flusemann, Kyle Strobel and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Chief Ryan Neubarth (PFD), Ron Templin, Susanne Couval Templin, Deborah Loem (sp?), Stacy Sohns, Danny
Hestad, Matthew Solmonson, and Cheryl Parpart.
Motion: by JS to approve the agenda as presented. Second by KS. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
Oath of Office administered to Joseph Ehrke as Captain 1 and Department Secretary.
Susanne Couval Templin – comments on the infrastructure project and the comprehensive plan
Danny Hestad – comments on the infrastructure project.
Matthew Solmonson – location for a city-wide garage sale sign along the highway
Motion: by KS to approve the minutes of the February 9, 2026, regular City Council Meeting. Second by PF. All in
favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the February 17, 2026 minutes were provided for review.
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GS advised the City Attorney reviewed the shipping container ordinance. He had one addition relating to the
storage of illegal or hazardous material. He also questioned if this ordinance should be in the land us …
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Planning Commission
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FEBRUARY 17, 2026
CITY OF PLATO PLANNING COMMISSION
MONTHLY MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Plato Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson, Shane
Palmquist, at 6:32 p.m. on the 17th day of February 2026, at the Community Hall lower level meeting
room.
Planning Commission members present: Shane Palmquist, Kris Boesche, Lloyd Graupmann, Troy
Baumann, and Danny Hestad.
Absent: Karl Pinske, Josh VonBerge and Tony Stepien.
Guest: Jeannie Stumpf (Zoning Administrator/city council member).
MOTION: by KB to approve the agenda for today’s meeting with a second by DH. All in favor.
MOTION: by DH to approve the January 20 meeting minutes with a second by TB. All in favor.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: Nothing at this time.
NEW BUSINESS: PPC reviewed changes made at the last meeting for the Solar Energy Ordinance. This
will now be presented to the City Council after approval by the PPC members in attendance.
PPC members will begin reading the Plato Comprehensive Plan through the Land Use Section, take
notes and will have discussion at the March meeting.
Next Plato Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
MOTION: by TB to adjourn the meeting with a second by DH. Meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
Kris Boesche
Secretary
Mon Feb 9, 2026
City Council
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Minutes 2-9-2026
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FEBRUARY 9, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:00pm on the 9th day of
February, 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching, Kyle Strobel and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Sergeant Caturia, Chief Ryan Neubarth (PFD)
Motion: by JS to approve the agenda as presented. Second by KS. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
none
Motion: by KS to approve the minutes of the January 12, 2026, regular City Council Meeting. Second by AF. All in
favor.
Motion: by KS to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2026, special City County Meeting. Second by JS. All in
favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the January 20, 2026 minutes was provided for review.
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The next PPC meeting is set for February 17, 2026. JS will attend.
Plato Fire Department
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Chief Neubarth presented before the council with an update:
o
Annual banquet went well.
o
The department has recently done grain bin rescue training and EMR training (CPR certifications)
o
Still recruiting for additional firefighters and rescue reserve members
o
Fire School graduation is Friday, February 13.
o
Short discussion on the consumption of alcohol and responding to calls/officer on duty
o
Fish fry is Feb …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Planning Commission
✓ Decided: Planning Commission reviews solar ordinance, tables further changes to February
The Planning Commission approved new members and officer positions, and reviewed the Solar Energy Ordinance with additional changes to be considered at the February meeting before presentation to the Council. The shipping container ordinance was reported as presented to the Council and now with the city attorney. No final decisions were made on substantive items.
- Approved agenda for January 20 meeting (all in favor)
- Approved December 16 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Approved Tony Stepien and Danny Hestad as new PPC members (motion by SP, second by DH)
- Approved Shane Palmquist and Karl Pinske as co-chairs (motion by DH, second by JV)
- Approved Kris Boesche as PPC secretary (motion by SP, second by DH)
- Volunteers Danny Hestad and Tony Stepien to join Ordinance Review Board
- Reviewed Solar Energy Ordinance; more changes to be reviewed in February
- Shipping container ordinance presented to Council, now with city attorney
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JANUARY 20, 2026
CITY OF PLATO PLANNING COMMISSION
MONTHLY MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Plato Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson, Shane
Palmquist, at 6:30 p.m. on the 20th day of January, 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
Planning Commission members present: Shane Palmquist, Kris Boesche, Tony Stepien, Josh VonBerge,
and Danny Hestad.
Absent: Karl Pinske, Troy Baumann and Lloyd Graupmann.
Guest: Jeannie Stumpf (Zoning Administrator/city council member).
MOTION: by DH to approve the agenda for today’s meeting with a second by KB. All in favor.
MOTION: by JV to approve the December 16 meeting minutes with a second by TS. All in favor.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS/PPC POSITIONS: SP introduced new members to the PPC,
Tony/Steph Stepien and Danny Hestad. A motion was made by SP and a second by DH to approve these
new members.
Shane and Karl to continue being co-chairs of the Plato Planning Commission. A motion was made by
DH and a second by JV to approve this position.
Kris to continue being secretary for the PPC. A motion was made by SP with a second by DH to approve
this position.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: JS reported on a project from last year that is continuing into this
year. Council requesting a volunteer to join the “Ordinance Review Board”, DH and TS volunteered for
this position.
NEW BUSINESS: PPC reviewed changes made at the last meeting for the Solar Energy Ordinance.
After discussion, more changes were ma …
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Wed Jan 14, 2026
City Council
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Minutes 1-14-2026
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JANUARY 14, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
The special meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 6:01pm on the 14th day of
January, 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Andy Fasching, Peggy Flusemann, Kyle Strobel, and Jeannie Stump
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Joshau Eckstein (City Engineer – Bolton & Menk), Shannon Sweeney (David Drown Associates Inc), Joel Lepel
Preliminary discussion of potential upcoming street and infrastructure project, timing, and how to fund/finance said
project. Council approved the execution of the Engagement Letter with David Drown Associates Inc. Discussion of
preliminary letter to residents.
Motion: by KS to adjourn meeting. Second by AF. Meeting adjourned at 8:10pm.
Neil Engelmann
Gerri Scott
Mayor
Clerk/Treasurer
Mon Jan 12, 2026
City Council
✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 water/sewer rate increases and fee changes
The City Council approved several resolutions setting 2026 salaries, appointments, water/sewer rates, and fees, including a water connection fee increase to $16.00 per month and water/bulk water fee to $6.00 per 1000 gallons. The council also approved paying all claims, accepted a new probationary firefighter, and decided to do financial statements instead of a full audit. The 2026 board/committee appointments were tabled until the next meeting.
- Approved 2026 water/sewer rate increases (all in favor)
- Approved 2026 salaries and compensation (Resolution 2026-02)
- Approved 2026 appointments and designations (Resolution 2026-03)
- Approved 2026 fees, licenses, rentals (Resolution 2026-05)
- Approved payment of all claims (all in favor)
- Accepted James Volkmann as probationary firefighter (all in favor)
- Approved financial statements instead of annual audit (all in favor)
- Tabled 2026 board/committee appointments until next meeting
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Minutes 1-12-2026
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JANUARY 12, 2026
CITY OF PLATO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Neil Engelmann at 7:00pm on the 12th day of
January, 2026, at the Plato Fire Hall.
City Council members present: Peggy Flusemann, Andy Fasching, Kyle Strobel and Jeannie Stumpf
City Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Gerri Scott and Public Works Director Scott Graupmann
Guests: Jason Schroeder
Motion: by KS to approve the revised agenda as presented. Second by PF. All in favor.
PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC FORUM
Oath of Office administered to Ryan Neubarth as Chief 1, Matthew Thom as Firefighter, and Jon Amaral as Firefighter.
Motion: by KS to approve the minutes of the December 8, 2025, regular City Council Meeting. Second by JS. All in
favor.
REPORTS
Committee Reports:
Plato Planning Commission
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A draft of the December 16, 2025 minutes was provided for review.
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The next PPC meeting is set for January 20, 2026. JS will attend.
Plato Fire Department
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Annual Banquet is Saturday, January 17.
•
KS is interviewing the one candidate for Captain.
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RN advised of a potential new firefighter for the department. After discussion: Motion: by KS to accept the
application from James Volkmann as a probationary PFD member. Probationary period will be 6 months and
then re-evaluated. Second by AF. All in favor.
McLeod County Sheriff – Call reports for 2nd and 3rd Qtr were provided to Coun …
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Meeting archives
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