Rockville public meetings in 2022

Council

The Rockville City Council will consider approving contracts with Quinlivan & Hughes P.A. for civil legal services and the Stearns County Attorney for criminal legal services, as well as approving 30 grinder station switches. The council will also discuss potential growth development and wastewater treatment plant capacity needs with Cold Spring.

• Approval of Quinlivan & Hughes P.A. for civil legal services
• Approval of Stearns County Attorney for criminal legal services
• Approval for 30 grinder station switches
• Discussion of potential growth development and WWTP capacity needs with Cold Spring

Council

The Rockville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 tax levy and annual budget, with a proposed levy of $1,760,549. The council will also set the 2023 employee cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and consider amending the employee policy manual. Other items include accepting donations, approving refuse hauler licenses, and discussing fire department equipment repairs.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt 2023 tax levy of $1,760,549 and annual budget
• Setting 2023 employee cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)
• Resolution 2022-56 accepting November donations: $2,510.17 from Rockville Lions Club and $500 from Luxemburg Lions Club
• Resolution 2022-57 for refuse hauler licenses and Resolution 2022-58 for 2023 annual tobacco license renewals
• Discussion of fire department equipment repairs: estimates for truck repairs and fire hall garage doors

Planning Commission

The Rockville City Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, has been cancelled because there are no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is set for January 4, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Council

The Rockville City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss a new public works building, consider amending the employee policy manual, and act on several resolutions including a rezone and minor subdivision for James & Jacqueline Voigt, acceptance of an administrative assistant's resignation, and certification of the 2023 tax rolls.

• Resolution 2022-53: Rezone for James & Jacqueline Voigt
• Resolution 2022-54: Qualified Minor Subdivision for James & Jacqueline Voigt
• Resolution 2022-52: Acceptance of resignation of administrative assistant
• Approval of Delta Electric invoice for public works building
• Resolution 2022-55: Certify to 2023 tax rolls

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request from James and Jacqueline Voigt to change their property from RR (Rural Residential) to R1 (Single-Family Residential). They will also consider a qualified minor subdivision. The meeting includes procedural items like roll call and agenda approval.

• Public hearing on James & Jacqueline Voigt rezone from RR to R1
• Consideration of approval for the rezoning
• James & Jacqueline Voigt qualified minor subdivision

Council

The Rockville City Council will canvass the November 8, 2022 General Election and certify the 2023 tax rolls. The council will also consider approving a new probationary firefighter, a resolution related to Jeffrey & Gina Kraus (Jeff's Auto Body), and accepting Lutgen's Subdivision with escrow release pending outstanding invoices. Consent agenda items include approving October 2022 bills paid, minutes from October meetings, building permits, the sheriff's report, a Candy Cane Parade special event permit, and an Astech 2022 crack sealing invoice.

• Resolution 2022-50: Canvassing November 8, 2022 General Election
• Resolution 2022-51: Certify 2023 Tax Rolls
• Resolution 2022-48: Approving 1 new probationary firefighter
• Resolution 2022-49: Jeffrey & Gina Kraus (Jeff's Auto Body) - QMS
• Petition for upgrade on Agate Beach Road/Mitchell Lane

Planning Commission

The Rockville Planning Commission will review a qualified minor subdivision application from Jeff's Auto Body to split one parcel into two lots, and will also review building permits issued in October 2022. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other routine business.

• Jeff's Auto Body – Qualified Minor Subdivision to create two lots from one parcel
• Building Permits – October 2022 report including 14 permits with total valuation over $575,000

Council

The Rockville City Council will discuss and vote on several items related to hiring a new city administrator, including the position profile, salary range, job description, and search timeline. A consultant from David Drown Associates will present the materials and seek approval to move forward with the search. The council will also consider a driveway access off an easement on Halfman Road and may hold a closed meeting per state statute.

• Review and approve draft position profile for city administrator
• Review and determine salary range for city administrator (salary survey data provided: $71,864 to $100,547)
• Review and approve job description for city administrator
• Review and approve search timeline for city administrator
• Halfman Road driveway access off easement discussion

Council

The City Council will meet to discuss establishing a Finance Committee and addressing drainage on 4th Street South. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Planning Commission members and various utility invoices.

• Establishment of a Finance Committee
• 4th Street South ditch drainage and cleaning
• Rocori Senior Center 2023 budget donation
• Fawnland Farm Inc. invoice discussion
• Planning Commission member discussions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a variance for an accessory structure for Bach. The body will also review building permits issued in September 2022.

• Public hearing for Bach Accessory Structure Variance

Council

The City Council is reviewing the 2023 preliminary tax levy and various public works items. Action items include a change order for the new Public Works Building and discussions regarding road maintenance and staff authority.

• Resolution 2022-46: Adopting a $1,963,849 preliminary tax levy for 2023
• Change order for septic H20/H10 at the New Public Works Building
• Tree planting and equipment rental at Lions Park
• Public hearing on the 2023 proposed budget set for December 14, 2022
• Invoice for road repair by Jack Tamble

Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the hiring of a firm for City Administrator and Human Resources services. The agenda includes decisions on subdivision and use permits, fire department pay increases, and water infrastructure updates.

• Hire David Drown Associates for City Administrator and Human Resources
• Resolution 2022-42 for Qualified Minor Subdivision for James & Jacqueline Voigt
• Resolution 2022-43 for Interim Use Permit for ColdSpring/Wm. D. Scepaniak Inc.
• Resolution 2022-44 for 2023 Fire Department Officers pay increase
• Discussion on water tower mixer and potential new well at Pleasant Lake

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to subdivide one parcel into two for residential development. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding an interim use permit for Cold Spring / Wm. D. Scepaniak Inc.

• Qualified Minor Subdivision request by James and Jacqueline Voigt to create two residential lots
• Public hearing and consideration of an Interim Use Permit for Cold Spring / Wm. D. Scepaniak Inc.
• Review of building permits for July and August 2022

Council

The City Council will review a stormwater management agreement and a memorandum regarding the Rockville Dream Acres project. The meeting also includes discussions on street signs, invoices, and employee performance.

• Stormwater facility management and maintenance agreement with Sauk River Watershed District
• Memorandum of Agreement for Kathleen Syverson regarding $122,192.00 performance surety for Rockville Dream Acres
• Stearns Co. Soil & Water District Native Plant Grant discussion
• Street signs update from Public Works
• Invoices for Jerry Haus - D.R.S.C. Concrete Co. and Delta Electric

Council

The City Council will address concerns regarding noise, air pollution, and operating hours at the Coldspring Granite quarry sites. Discussion includes potential requirements for conditional use permits and dust control measures.

• Discussion of Coldspring Quarry Site 1 (Downtown) and Site 2
• Review of City Fee Schedule - Jerry Fire Billing
• Resolution 2022-40: Prairie Industrial Park Lift Station Rehabilitation Project contract bids
• Resolution 2022-41: Grand, Pleasant & Voight Lift Station Rehabilitation Project contract bids
• Inspectron Building Services Contract

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 3, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2022.

Council

The regular council meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022, at Rockville City Hall has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to consider the approval of a final plat for the Glenn Family Trust to subdivide 150 +/- acres. The body will also discuss Shouse/Barndominium Built Homes and review June 2022 building permits.

• Consideration of Final Plat for Glenn Family Trust to subdivide 150 +/- acres and clean up City ROW on Agate Beach Road
• Discussion regarding Shouse/Barndominium Built Homes
• Review of June 2022 building permits

Council

The regular council meeting scheduled for June 29, 2022, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Council

The special meeting of the Rockville City Council scheduled for June 13, 2022, was cancelled.

Council

The City Council will meet to accept the 2021 audit report and consider several land development resolutions. The session includes a workshop to discuss infrastructure projects and development requests.

• Resolution 2022-33: Qualified Minor Subdivision for Jeff Reiter dba Custom Properties
• Resolution 2022-34: Preliminary Plat for Glenn Family Trust
• Resolution 2022-35: Knife River 2021-2022 Street Project Pay Request No. 2
• Resolution 2022-31: Additional New 2022-2023 Liquor License
• Resolution 2022-32: Acceptance of Year End 2021 Audit Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to subdivide a light industrial parcel into two lots and a preliminary plat for 150 acres on Agate Beach Road. The body will also review building permits from April and May 2022.

• Qualified Minor Subdivision request by Jeff Reiter dba Custom Builders Inc. to split one 2.95 +/- acre I-1 Light Industrial parcel into two
• Public hearing and consideration of Preliminary Plat for Glenn Family Trust to subdivide 150 +/- acres into 3 outlots
• Proposed clean-up of City Right of Way (ROW) on Agate Beach Road
• Review of building permits for April and May 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting with the City Council to discuss the City of Rockville Comprehensive Plan. The proposed update aims to establish a 20-year vision for community growth, land use, and infrastructure.

• Joint meeting with Rockville City Council regarding the Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed comprehensive planning project estimated at $30,000

Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a 20-year Comprehensive Plan update and day-to-day planning services provided by Bolton & Menk. The body will also consider several maintenance contracts and equipment needs.

• Sewer jetting estimates from Nelson Sanitation ($4,672.50) and Roto-Rooter ($9,011.25)
• Proposal from Bolton & Menk for day-to-day planning services with hourly rates from $110 to $175
• Dust control application quote from Central Minnesota Dust Control, LLC at $0.65 per lineal foot
• Discussion of bucket/jib crane truck for pump pulling, light bulb replacement, and tree trimming
• Sewer holding tank re-bid and HR phone policy

Council

The council will conduct a workshop and a regular meeting to discuss various municipal items. Topics include broadband, noise ordinances, and public works equipment updates.

• Workshop discussion on Broadband with Stearns County Administrator Michael Williams
• Public Works: Lawn Mower Trade-in
• Public Works: Bucket Truck
• Engineering: 2021-2022 Street Project – Tamarack Court
• Engineering: Dream Acres DA

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Council

The City Council is considering a proposal for fiber-to-the-premise broadband service via Midco. The meeting also includes discussions on updating the Capital Improvement Plan and potential equipment trades.

• Updated Capital Improvement Plan (2022-2026)
• Lawn mower trade involving a Toro 3000 series
• Proposed $475,000 in new General Obligation bonds for a public works facility
• Lift station repairs and bond funding
• Ditch reclaiming

Council

The City Council will review bids and alternative repair options for sewer lift stations. The body is also considering a final plat for Rockville Dreams Acres and a quote for road grading and blading.

• Resolution 2022-26: Rockville Dreams Acres Final Plat
• Resolution 2022-27: Road Grading/Blading Quote
• Sewer Lift Station repairs and bids
• Church Quit Claim Deed
• 2021-2022 Street Project for Lake Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed the Dream Acres Final Plat, which includes requirements for drainage easements and infiltration basins. The body also considered a variance request for an accessory structure at 25297 Lake Road and a minor subdivision for Howard Fuchs.

• Dream Acres Final Plat review with engineering comments regarding drainage and driveway slopes
• Accessory structure variance for Tim and Brenda Mahoney at 25297 Lake Road
• Qualified Minor Subdivision application for Howard Fuchs at 25835 County Road 138
• Review of building permits from September 2021 through February 2022

Council

The regular council meeting scheduled for March 30, 2022, at Rockville City Hall has been cancelled.

Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct interviews for a maintenance mechanic and discuss the Public Works Director position. The body will also review SCADA and bond funding for lift station repairs.

• Maintenance mechanic interviews
• Public Works Director position
• SCADA
• Bond funding for lift station repairs

Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects including sewer lift stations and a crack sealing contract. The body is also deciding on a variance for a Mahoney accessory structure and a minor subdivision for Fuchs.

• Resolution 2022-16: Acceptance of $6,188.73 in donations from December 2021 and February 2022
• Resolution 2022-20: Crack Sealing Contract
• Resolution 2022-19: Sewer Lift Station(s)
• Mahoney Accessory Structure Variance
• Fuchs Qualified Minor Subdivision

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding an accessory structure variance for Mahoney. The body will also consider a qualified minor subdivision request for Howard Fuchs and elect officers.

• Public hearing for Mahoney Accessory Structure Variance
• Qualified Minor Subdivision request for Howard Fuchs at 25835 County Road 138
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Proposal to move monthly meetings to the first Wednesday of each month
• Review of building permits from September 2021 through February 2022

Council

The regular council meeting scheduled for February 23, 2022, at Rockville City Hall has been cancelled.

Council

The City Council adopted a five-year Capital Improvement Plan and gave preliminary approval to issue general obligation bonds. The funds, not to exceed $475,000, are intended for the construction and betterment of a new public works facility to address space and safety concerns.

• Resolution 2022-08: Preliminary approval for issuance of up to $475,000 in capital improvement bonds
• Adoption of the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed construction of a new public works facility estimated at $466,500
• Ordinance 2022-11: Amending MN Basic Code 112-20 Off-Sale Liquor License
• Resolution 2022-09: Acceptance of January 2022 Donation

RTUB Committee

The Roads-Trail-Utility Committee will meet to elect a chairperson and set its quarterly meeting schedule for 2022. The committee will also discuss road projects and receive an update on lift stations.

• Election of a chairperson
• Establishment of quarterly meeting dates
• Discussion of road projects
• Update on lift stations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 1, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for March 1, 2022.

Council

The regular council meeting scheduled for January 26, 2022, at Rockville City Hall has been cancelled.

Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the city fee schedule and water and sewer rates. The body is also considering bond issuance for a new public works building and Lake Road, as well as annual appointments for 2022.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-118 regarding City Fee Schedule/Water & Sewer Rates
• Proposed $26,336.31 purchase of wetland credits from MPJWR, LLC for Brentwood Hill Replacement Plan
• Resolution 2022-04 to call for a public hearing to issue GO Bonds and adopt CIP Plan for Lake Road and New PW Building
• Proposal from League of Minnesota Cities and American Legal Publishing for codification of ordinances
• Resolution 2022-07 for 2022 annual appointments, including Acting Mayor Brian Herberg

Planning Commission

The Planning/Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for January 4, 2022, was cancelled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of agenda items.