Shafer public meetings in 2022
24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2022
The Shafer City Council will consider a resolution acknowledging receipt of gambling tax and donation, and discuss a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for employees in 2023. They will also receive updates on the water meter replacement project and various department reports.
- Resolution 2022-12-3 acknowledging receipt of gambling tax and donation
- Employee COLA increase for 2023
- Pay Equity Report for year ending December 31, 2022
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
The City Council approved a 6% across-the-board pay increase for five employee positions effective in the new year. The council also approved a pay equity report for state submission and authorized funding for zoning code updates.
- Approved 6% across-the-board pay increase for five positions (3-2)
- Approved Resolution 2022-12-3 acknowledging $46.38 gambling tax and $40,000 donation (5-0-0)
- Approved Pay Equity report for year ending December 31, 2022 (5-0-0)
- Approved Osseo pay request #4 for $23,370.00 (5-0-0)
- Approved zoning code update scope of work not to exceed $1,000.00 (5-0-0)
- Approved Public Works Director's day off on January 3, 2023 (5-0-0)
- Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes and accounts payable (5-0-0)
2022
The council will consider adopting the 2022 budget and levy, and a proposed change of trash and recycling service from SRC to Chisago Lakes Sanitation.
- Resolution 2022-12-1: Adopting the 2022 Budget and Levy
- Resolution 2022-12-2: Acknowledging receipt of gambling tax
- Proposed change of city trash and recycling service from SRC to Chisago Lakes Sanitation
The City Council approved the 2023 budget and levy and changed the city's trash and recycling provider to Chisago Lakes Sanitation. The council also authorized payments for utility improvements and approved several public works equipment purchases.
- Adopted 2023 Budget and Levy (5-0-0)
- Acknowledged receipt of $6,628.26 gambling tax (5-0-0)
- Changed trash and recycling service to Chisago Lakes Sanitation (5-0-0)
- Approved Pember final pay request #3 for $11,882.91 (5-0-0)
- Authorized substantial completion for Bid #1 (5-0-0)
- Approved purchase of steel cage for $469.32 pending auditor approval (5-0-0)
- Approved budget funds for snow blower, snow bucket, tires, and tractor fenders (5-0-0)
- Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes and accounts payable (5-0-0)
2022
The council will consider Resolution 2022-11-1 to certify the November 8 general election results, swear in a new councilmember, and discuss liquor license renewals for 2023. The 2023 budget update and a city phone service contract are also on the agenda.
- Resolution 2022-11-1 to certify general election results
- Swearing in of new councilmember
- Liquor license renewals for 2023
- 2023 budget update
- City phone service (NEC/NUSO) contract
The Council certified the November 8, 2022, general election results and swore in Councilmember Patti Kowalski. Other actions included renewing liquor licenses, switching city phone services, and approving a water tower project payment.
- Certified November 8, 2022 General Election results (4-0-0)
- Approved 2023 liquor license renewals for four businesses (4-0-0)
- Approved NEC/NUSO contract for city phone services and canceled ESI services (4-0-0)
- Approved 2022 Audit Services agreement with Oberloh & Oberloh, Ltd (4-0-0)
- Authorized Clerk to start process to post one house as uninhabitable due to no water service (4-0-0)
- Approved Osseo partial pay request #3 for $147,668.00 for water tower rehabilitation (4-0-0)
- Approved using up to $7,500.00 of ARPA funds to hire RE Peterson for curb stop repairs (3-0-1)
- Decided to maintain proposed 2023 Final Budget & Levy at $527,666.00 (6.47% increase)
2022
The council will discuss the 2023 budget and receive a recommendation from the HR committee regarding the city clerk position. They will also hear updates on the water meter replacement project and reports from the attorney, engineer, public works, and clerk.
- 2023 Budget Discussion
- HR Committee Report and Recommendation for City Clerk Position
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
The City Council approved the hiring of Valerie Fox for the City Clerk-In-Training position. Council also approved a partial payment for the Utility Improvements Project and discussed the 2023 budget.
- Approved hiring Valerie Fox as City Clerk-In-Training at $27.50 per hour starting January 3, 2023 (4-0-0)
- Approved Pember partial pay request #4 for $39,036.70 (4-0-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 10-18-22 Council and 10-24-22 Parks Commission minutes and accounts payable (4-0-0)
2022
The Shafer City Council will consider resolutions to designate a polling place for 2023 and prohibit parking on Ridgewood Avenue around Circle Park. They will also discuss city insurance renewal and an ordinance enforcement survey. Reports on the water meter replacement project and other city operations are scheduled.
- Resolution 2022-10-1: Establishing polling place for 2023
- Resolution 2022-10-2: No parking on Ridgewood Ave around Circle Park
- Stein Insurance – City Insurance Renewal
- Ordinance Enforcement Survey
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The City Council will consider resolutions regarding the 2023 preliminary budget and levy, unpaid charge assessments, and Shafer Days donations. The body will also receive updates on the Water Meter Replacement Project.
- Resolution 2022-9-1: Adopting the 2023 Preliminary Budget & Levy
- Resolution 2022-9-2: Adopting Assessment For Unpaid Charges
- Resolution 2022-9-3: Accepting Shafer Days Donations
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The City Council will discuss the 2023 budget and outdoor events at Ole’s Crossroads. The meeting also includes updates on the Water Meter Replacement Project and reports from city staff.
- 2023 Budget Discussion
- Outdoor Events – Ole’s Crossroads
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The Shafer City Council will conduct a regular session including a resolution regarding donations and updates on various city reports. The agenda includes an update on the Water Meter Replacement Project.
- Resolution 2022-8-2: Accepting Shafer Days Donations
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Discretionary Grant Program. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of Reconnecting Communities Pilot Discretionary Grant Program
2022
The City Council is meeting to review the updated 2023 budget and a law enforcement contract with Sheriff Thyen. The body will also consider a pay raise for council and committee members.
- Sheriff Thyen-2023 Law Enforcement Contract
- Updated 2023 Budget
- Resolution 2022-8-1 accepting Shafer Days donations
- Council and Committee pay raise
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
Budget Session
The Shafer City Council will meet to review a contract for services for the Chisago County Senior Center and a resolution to accept donations for Shafer Days. The council will also receive an update on the Water Meter Replacement Project.
- Chisago County Senior Center Contract for Services
- Resolution 2022-7-2 regarding Shafer Days Donations
- Deaf Child Sign for Revere Ave
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The City Council will meet to review administrative reports and approve meeting minutes. The body will discuss the 2023 budget session schedule and a date change for the August 2nd meeting. A resolution to accept donations for Shafer Days is also on the agenda.
- Resolution 2022-7-1: Accepting Shafer Days Donations
- Scheduling of 2023 Budget Session
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
- August 2nd Council Meeting date change for National Night Out
2022
The City Council will discuss several items including a presentation by the Chisago Lakes Area Foundation and a recommendation for a part-time Public Works position. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Firehall Driveway and an estimate of costs for zoning ordinance definitions.
- Chisago Lakes Area Foundation presentation
- HR Committee recommendation for a part-time Public Works position
- Firehall Driveway discussion
- MSA estimate of costs for Zoning Ordinance Definitions
- Resolution 2022-6-5: Appointing 2022 Election Judges
2022
The City Council will consider several resolutions related to Shafer Days and the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act. The body will also review a site plan for an outbuilding and water/sewer connections. Updates on the Water Meter Replacement Project are also on the agenda.
- Resolution 2022-6-1: Accepting Shafer Days Donations
- Resolution 2022-6-2: Lawful Gambling application for Shafer Days at Fire Dept
- Resolution 2022-6-3: Waiving Temporary Liquor License Fee for Lions at Shafer Days
- Resolution 2022-6-4: Administration of the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act
- Site Plan Review for Luke Olson at 17355 310th St
2022
The council will review the Water Meter Replacement Project and a contract for services with the Chisago County Senior Center. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding Shafer Days donations.
- Resolution 2022-5-1: Accepting Shafer Days Donations
- Chisago County Senior Center Contract for Services
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
- Engineer’s Report including Partial Pay Request #1 from Pember for watermain work
2022
The City Council will consider a resolution regarding standard allowance and ARPA funds. The meeting also includes an update on the Water Meter Replacement Project.
- Resolution 2022-4-1 Electing the Standard Allowance/ARPA Funds
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
Board Of Equalization
The Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to hold an open hearing to the public. The agenda consists of procedural items.
- Open hearing to the public
2022
The City Council will review 2022 outdoor events and a water and sewer bill for 30105 Redfield Circle. The body will also receive an update on the Water Meter Replacement Project and reports from the attorney, engineer, public works, and clerk.
- 2022 Outdoor Events (Shafer Saloon & Ole’s Crossroads)
- Water and sewer bill for Renee Beeksma at 30105 Redfield Circle
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
- Open Committee Appointments
2022
The City Council will meet to accept the 2021 city audit and reestablish precincts and polling places. The body will also discuss committee appointments and a road maintenance contract with Shafer Township.
- Resolution 2022-3-1: Accepting the 2021 Audit
- Resolution 2022-3-2: Reestablishing Precincts and Polling Places
- Shafer Township Annual Road Maintenance Contract
- Open Council Seat & Committee Appointments
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The City Council will meet to address an open council seat and committee appointments. The session includes reports from the treasurer, attorney, engineer, clerk, and public works.
- Open Council Seat & Committee Appointments
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
2022
The City Council will meet to review the February 1, 2022 meeting minutes and accounts payable. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports from city officials.
- Approval of 02-01-22 Council Meeting Minutes
- Review of Accounts Payable
- Attorney’s Report
- Engineer’s Report
- Public Works and Clerk’s Reports
2022
The City Council will meet to discuss new business and review reports from the attorney, clerk, and public works. The meeting includes a review of bid information for the Water Tower Project.
- Water Tower Project bid information
- LMC Insurance Trust 2022 Safety and Loss Control Workshop
- 2022 Clean-up Day(s) scheduling
2022
The City Council will review reports from the attorney, engineer, and public works. The meeting includes a discussion on Local Board of Appeal and Equalization Training and an update on the Water Meter Replacement Project.
- Water Meter Replacement Project update
- Local Board of Appeal and Equalization Training
- Accounts Payable review
2022
The City Council will meet to appoint officers for 2022 and consider service agreements for audit and building official duties. The council will also review a Planning Commission recommendation regarding outdoor boat storage.
- Appointment of Offices for 2022
- 2021 Audit Services Agreement with Oberloh & Oberloh LTD
- Building Official Contract with Chisago County
- CUP recommendation for outdoor storage of boats for J&D Marine & Power, Inc.