Paynesville public meetings in 2021
36 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is discussing the replacement of a fire pumper/tanker and reviewing several administrative contracts and permits. The body is also considering an animal ordinance and an investment policy.
- Authorization to obtain bids for a new fire truck estimated at $300,000
- Gambling permit application for Koronis Ducks Unlimited for a Feb. 5, 2022 event
- Approval of vouchers totaling $215,616.97
- Consulting services contract for labor attorney Madden Galanter Hansen, LLP
- Ordinance No. 32, 3rd Series regarding animals
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the 2022 budget, tax levy, and water and sewer rates. The body will also consider several ordinances and new business items including equipment rehabilitation and gear purchases.
- 2022 Budget and Tax Levy
- 2022 Water & Sewer Rates
- Vouchers totaling $204,909.12
- Ordinance No. 31, 3rd Series to eliminate animal licensing
- Ordinance No. 30, 3rd Series regarding alcohol consumption in public places
City Council - Working Session
The City Council is holding a working session to discuss building heights related to the Fire Department and zoning district visions/intents. The council will also review downtown redevelopment history.
- Fire Department: height of buildings discussion
- Zoning Districts: visions and intents discussion
- Downtown Redevelopment history review
City Council
The City Council will discuss a Minnesota Investment Fund program application for Avon Plastics and a temporary street closure for the Spirit of the Season event. The body will also consider ordinances regarding animal licensing and public alcohol consumption.
- MIF Program Application for Avon Plastics
- Temporary street closure of Washburne Ave. from James St. to Railroad St. on December 4, 2021
- Ordinance No. 31, 3rd Series to eliminate licensing of dogs and cats
- Ordinance No. 30, 3rd Series regarding alcohol consumption in public places
- Approval of vouchers totaling $355,044.94
City Council
The City Council is discussing a request from CentraCare to waive the city's rights to purchase Washburne Court and Stearns Place housing facilities. The body is also reviewing fire department equipment purchases and airport funding.
- Proposed waiver of city rights to purchase Washburne Court and Stearns Place housing facilities
- Purchase of 8 fire department radios for $20,737.84 from Granite Electronics
- Approval of vouchers totaling $885,534.75
- Ordinance No. 25, 3 Series to disband the Public Safety Board
- Ordinance No. 29, 3 Series regarding Veterans Park boat trailer parking
City Council
The City Council will discuss an ordinance amendment to allow cabinet shops in the Central Business District and Highway Commercial District. The body is also reviewing a union contract for the City Hall bargaining unit and various city vouchers.
- Ordinance No. 28, 3 Series: Proposed zoning amendment to permit cabinet shops at 124 E James St.
- Approval of $193,918.20 in total vouchers, including payroll and taxes.
- AFSCME Union Contract for the City Hall Bargaining Unit.
- Public hearing at 6:30 p.m. regarding the certification of past-due garbage, water, sewer, and rescue bills.
- Closed session to discuss pricing for city-owned land parcel 70.38641.0040.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to appoint community and council members to the newly established Police and Fire Department Advisory Board. The body will also consider several new business items, including fire department equipment and street closures.
- Appointment of Ken Osendorf, Don Wiener, and Dodi Greeley to the Police and Fire Department Advisory Board
- Approval of vouchers totaling $213,005.52
- Purchase of SCBAs for the Fire Department
- Ordinance No. 27, 3 Series regarding Lodging Tax
- Ordinance No. 29, 3 Series regarding Veterans Park Boat Trailer Parking & Fines
City Council - Working Session
The City Council will hold a working session to discuss nuisance property regulations and food trucks. The council is also scheduled to address the disbanding of the Public Safety Board.
- Discussion regarding Nuisance Properties (Chapter 18)
- Discussion regarding Food Trucks
- Discussion regarding disbanding the Public Safety Board
City Council - Community Working Session
The City Council is conducting a working session featuring reports from local entities. The body is discussing a schedule to meet in April and October of each year.
- Reports from Paynesville Area Schools - District 741, Paynesville Township, CentraCare, Ambulance, and the City of Paynesville
- Proposal to hold future meetings in April and October
City Council
The City Council will discuss a lease with the MN Department of Public Safety to reopen a driver exam station in City Hall. The body is also reviewing several contracts, ordinances, and a closed session regarding real property offers.
- Lease for MN Dept. of Public Safety driver exam station at $400 per quarter
- Proposed Ordinance No. 26, 3 Series regarding Golf Cart Operator Permits
- Proposed Ordinance No. 27, 3 Series regarding Lodging Tax
- Purchase of a 2022 F-250 Pickup for Public Works Dept.
- Snowplowing contract with D & D Snowplowing
Special Council
The Paynesville City Council is holding a special meeting to tour a potential park property. The site is located on Central Ave. near 139 Central Ave.
- Tour of potential park property near 139 Central Ave.
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the proposed 2022 budget and preliminary tax levy. The body is also considering a Truth in Taxation public hearing and a public hearing to certify past due utility and service bills.
- Proposed 2022 Budget and Preliminary Tax Levy
- Transfer of $59,573.00 from Airport Capital Improvement to Municipal Airport Fund
- Acceptance of $2,200.00 Lions Club donation for a bike repair station and trash receptacle on Veterans Drive
- Amendment to Tax Abatement & Business Subsidy Agreement for Louis Properties, LLC
- Ordinance No. 23, 3% Series to add Police and Fire Department Advisory Boards
City Council
The City Council will review the 2022 preliminary budget and consider ordinances to disband the Public Safety Board and create a Police & Fire Oversight Board. The body will also discuss infrastructure projects including water tower painting and wastewater improvements for AMPI expansion.
- Approval of vouchers totaling $262,774.66
- Ordinance No. 23, 3% Series regarding Police & Fire Oversight Board
- Ordinance No. 25, 3 Series to disband Public Safety Board
- 2022 Preliminary Budget review
- AMPI Expansion Wastewater System Improvements
City Council
The City Council will review the 2022 preliminary budget as an informational item. The body is also considering a temporary street closure for a local event and updates to city boards.
- 2022 Preliminary Budget presented for informational review
- Temporary street closing of James St. W. and James St. E. for Craft & Car Show on August 21, 2021
- Registration fee of $695.00 for Bill Ludwig to attend the MN Municipal Beverage Association Annual Conference
- Ordinance No. 22, 3 Series to amend the Joint Trails Board
- Ordinance No. 24, 3 Series to amend the EDAP Board
City Council
The City Council will review various business items including ordinances, a variance request, and a gambling permit application. The meeting also includes reports from department heads and financial updates.
- Gambling: Tri-County RBB Chapter of the MN Deer Hunters Association raffle at Queen Bees Bar & Grill
- Ordinance No. 22, 3 Series: Amending Joint Trails Board
- Ordinance No. 24, 3 Series: Amending EDAP Board
- Variance Request: Shawn & Rachel Hoppe
- Tax Abatement & Business Subsidy Agreement: Louis Industries
City Council - Working Session
The City Council will meet for a working session to discuss new business and old business. Specific topics for discussion include the library and the Police Commission.
- Discussion regarding the Library
- Discussion regarding the Police Commission
City Council
The City Council will discuss a tax abatement and TIF decertification for Louis Industries, including a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. The body will also review the 2020 Fire Department Relief Association audit and a real property offer in a closed session.
- Public hearing on Louis Industries tax abatement and TIF decertification
- Approval of $207,681.50 in vouchers and payroll
- Review of Fire Department Relief Association 2020 Audit and Financial Statements
- Closed session to receive an offer on real property (Lots 1 & 2, Block 1 Minnie Villa)
- Discussion of Airport Tee Hangar Lease for Frank
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss new business including gambling permits and a variance request. The body is also reviewing ongoing projects related to the airport and AMPI expansion wastewater system improvements.
- Variance request from Shawn & Rachel Hoppe
- Gambling permits for Paynesville American Legion and Koronis Ducks Unlimited
- AMPI Expansion Wastewater System Improvements
- Granite Telecom proposal
- Registration fees of $250 each for Lee Schleper and Bob Wander to attend the MRWA Technical Conference
City Council - Working Session
The Council is reviewing a multi-year Street Capital Improvement Plan and discussing the schedule for a Mobile Home Park relocation. The meeting also includes discussions regarding tax abatement for Louis Industries, Inc. and a K-9 program.
- Street CIP: 2025 projects including River Street ($427,308) and James Street ($669,741)
- Street CIP: 2027 projects including Stearns Avenue ($306,648) and Washburne Avenue ($540,262.11)
- Street CIP: 2029 projects including Maple Street ($725,524.1) and Main Street ($892,394)
- Banners & Brackets: Quote for 52 custom pole banners ($5,629.00)
- Banners & Brackets: Quote for 52 Windscale 12 Bracket Systems ($8,550.00)
City Council
The City Council is considering a tax abatement request from Louis Industries to fund a 25,000 square foot building addition. The proposal includes running the current TIF district through 2022 before starting a new abatement district from 2023 to 2031.
- Tax abatement request for Louis Industries expansion
- Proposed public hearing for tax abatement on July 12, 2021
- Financial Planning Agreement with Northland Securities, Inc. up to $6,500.00
- Street lighting discussion for Airport View and Veterans Drive
- Airport Maintenance & Operation Grant amendment #2
Special Council
The Paynesville City Council will meet at 420 Minnie St. to discuss the Mobile Home Park Redevelopment. The discussion includes tenant input and concerns received at City Hall.
- Mobile Home Park Redevelopment — Tenant Input
City Council
The City Council will discuss amending Ordinance No. 21, 3rd Series to permit child care facilities in the C1-Central Business and C2-Highway Commercial Districts. The proposal follows a request by DKL Limited, LLC to convert part of a former Shopko building into a child care center.
- Ordinance No. 21, 3rd Series to allow child care facilities in C1 and C2 districts
- Variance request for Bill & Hancy Fuchs
- Variance request for Louis Properties LLC & Quad-L Partnership
- Final Plat for Pay-Del-Co Plat 2
- Public hearings for variance requests at 6:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss various city operations, including water infrastructure and event planning. A closed session is scheduled to discuss making an offer on real property at 111 Pomeroy Ave.
- Approval of vouchers totaling $221,418.89
- Request to waive park land dedication fees for Louis Industries (Pay-Del-Co Plat 2)
- Quotes for water tower painting and water treatment plant re-piping
- Parade permit application for Town & Country Days on June 17, 2021
- Closed session regarding real property at 111 Pomeroy Ave.
Joint Budget & Finance
The Joint Budget & Finance Board and City Council will meet to receive a presentation of the 2020 audit from Ryan Schmidt, CPA of Schlenner Wenner & Co. The session focuses on the city's audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020.
- Presentation of 2020 Audit by Schlenner Wenner & Co
- Review of Unmodified (Clean) Opinion on financial statements
- Report of city deposits briefly exceeding collateral coverage and FDIC limits at year-end
- Review of General Fund 2020 revenues ($1,115,179 for charges for services) and expenditures
- Review of Single Audit for Airport Improvement Program and Coronavirus Relief Fund
City Council
The City Council is discussing a proposal to allow chickens within city limits and deciding if the matter should be handled by the Planning or Policies & Procedures board. The body is also reviewing several variance requests and city expenditures.
- Proposed ordinance to allow backyard chickens (roosters not allowed)
- Approval of vouchers totaling $380,267.02
- Variance requests for Bill & Hancy Fuchs and Louis Industries LLC and Quad L Partnership
- Police training for Crisis Response, Conflict Management & Cultural Diversity costing $459.00
- Paynesville Area Trails Joint Powers Agreement Amendment
City Council - Working Session
The City Council is holding a working session to review old business. The meeting focuses on discussions regarding a mobile home park and a liquor store.
- Discussion of Mobile Home Park
- Discussion of Liquor Store
City Council - Community Working Session
The City Council will hold a community working session to receive reports from various entities. These entities include Paynesville Area Schools - District 741, Paynesville Township, CentraCare, and the City of Paynesville.
- Entity report from Paynesville Area Schools - District 741
- Entity report from Paynesville Township
- Entity report from CentraCare
- Entity report from City of Paynesville
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the renewal of Joint Powers and Court Services Agreements with the Minnesota BCA. The body is also considering several personnel changes, park improvements, and the approval of city vouchers.
- Approval of vouchers totaling $358,580.87
- Renewal of Joint Powers Agreement and Court Services Agreement with the Minnesota BCA, including a new $50 monthly fee
- Appointment of Mel Serna to the Park & Tree Board following the resignation of Katie Gardner
- Approval of $160.00 for Officer Haakonson to attend leadership training in Sauk Rapids, MN
- Discussion of two swings for Veterans Park and a Paynesville Lions Club bench
Board of Appeal & Equalization
The Board will review the 2021 Assessment Report and hear public comments and questions regarding property valuations. The body will also consider recommendations from the assessor and determine if a second meeting is required.
- Review of 2021 Assessment Report showing a total estimated market value of $223,349,000 for Paynesville City
- Report of $1,448,000 in new construction
- Review of average market value changes: Residential (1% to 9%), Townhomes/Twin homes (-2% to 0%), Agricultural (0%), Commercial (-2% to 2%), and Apartments/Storage Units (2% to 5%)
- Public comment session for residents with appointments or on a first-come, first-served basis
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss new business including a 2021 crack sealing project and airport hangar leases. The body will also consider several police training requests and a preliminary plat for Outlot A of Pay Del Co.
- Approval of $170,127.74 in vouchers
- Preliminary Plat for Re-Plat of Outlot A of Pay Del Co
- 2021 Crack Sealing Project
- Police training requests: Crisis Intervention ($750), Street Crimes ($399/officer), and Evading Honesty ($95/officer)
- MN Lawful Gambling application for Koronis Ducks Unlimited Bingo & Raffle
City Council
The City Council will review a municipal contribution request for the fire department and various liquor license applications. The body is also discussing updates to the police policy manual and the potential addition of a public comment section to agendas.
- Municipal contribution of $5,000.00 to the Paynesville Fire Department Relief Association
- 3.2% beer licenses for Kwik Trip Inc., Koronis Lanes, and Paynesville Baseball Club Inc.
- $100.00 beer license refund for Paynesville Baseball Club due to COVID-19
- Surplus of a 2006 Sitrex Flex-Wing Mower via MN Department of Administration auction
- Update to the Paynesville Police Department Policy Manual
City Council
The Council will review a concept plan for an industrial re-plat of the Pay Del Co railroad bed. Other items include public works equipment purchases, park improvements, and police department policy updates.
- Concept Plan: Re-Plat of Outlot A of Pay Del Co (railroad bed) by Louis Industries
- Public Works Equipment Purchase: Mower
- Gazebo Park Improvements
- Police Department: Sale of Forfeited Property (2003 Mazda Protégé)
- Police Department: Policy Manual
City Council - Working Session
The City Council will hold a working session to discuss economic development priorities and a mobile home park. The body is also reviewing equipment purchases and staffing positions for the city administration and police department.
- Public Works equipment purchases: mower and Bob Wander’s pick up
- Staffing: Clerical Assistant for City Administration
- Staffing: Police Secretary for Police Department
- Tax abatement for Louis Industries Inc.
- Discussion on public data on personal devices
City Council
The City Council is meeting to approve municipal vouchers and discuss several infrastructure projects. The body will consider transferring excess 2020 liquor store revenue to a capital improvement fund and review payments for water treatment plant work.
- Payment of $26,600.00 to Rice Lake Construction Group for Water Treatment Plant Re-piping
- Approval of $258,110.93 in vouchers and payroll
- Proposed transfer of excess 2020 liquor store revenue to the Liquor Capital Improvement Fund
- Appointment of Katie Gardner to the Park & Tree Board
- Approval of $225.00 for Officer Haakonson to attend 720 Roadside Interdiction Training
City Council
The City Council will vote on 2021 board and council member appointments and approve $235,122.17 in vouchers. The body is also considering updates to a highway billboard and training for new firefighters.
- Approval of $235,122.17 in vouchers
- Expenditure of $1,200.00 from EDAP Fund 220 to update the Highway 23 Bypass Billboard
- Registration fees of $1,395.00 per person for four firefighters to attend Ridgewater College training
- Proposed Backdraft Bash event on June 19, 2021, at the Koronis Civic Arena
- Amended 2021 Council and City Board member appointments
City Council
The City Council is discussing a request to petition for the dissolution of the Paynesville Area Hospital District following CentraCare's exercise of an option to purchase the District's assets. The body is also reviewing various 2021 appointments, fee schedules, and city board assignments.
- Petition to dissolve the Paynesville Area Hospital District
- Approval of vouchers totaling $164,145.86
- Review of the 2021 Fee Schedule
- Closed session to discuss a real property offer for 385 Kira Lane
- Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Re-piping Project discussion