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Sidney public meetings in 2021

36 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Nov 15, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council advances 2021 subdivision regulations on first reading

The Sidney City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 591 adopting 2021 subdivision regulations, with all six aldermen present voting aye. The council also approved the 2021 Polar Plunge at the Old Fire Hall parking lot (with pie throwing and pizza sales added), the 2021 Shop Small Proclamation, a $22,029.00 WWTP Phase 3 draw, submitting an RRGL grant for storm water projects, resubmitting four ARPA grant applications, and a consent agenda including $132,108.32 in claims. The October 2021 Treasurer's Report and Journal Voucher Report were tabled to the December 6, 2021 meeting. Two residents raised concerns about sweeping assessments and a nuisance property; the council took no formal action on those items.

Approved first reading of Ordinance 591 adopting 2021 subdivision regulations (6-0)
Approved 2021 Polar Plunge at Old Fire Hall parking lot, amended to include pie throwing and pizza sales (all aye)
Approved 2021 Shop Small Proclamation (all aye)
Approved WWTP Phase 3 Draw #27 for $22,029.00 (all aye)
Approved submitting RRGL grant for storm water projects (all aye)
Approved resubmitting four ARPA grant applications for second round (all aye)
Approved consent agenda with additional claim, including claims of $132,108.32 (all aye)
Tabled October 2021 Treasurer's Report and Journal Voucher Report to December 6, 2021 meeting

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

motion to approve the first reading. Alderman Stevenson seconded the motion, and with no further discussion voting went as follows:

6 yea

Sergent yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea · Stevenson yea · Godfrey yea · Christensen yea

Mon Nov 1, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves water services for airport and planning board contract

The City Council approved a request for the airport to connect to city water services and authorized a new City/County Planning Board contract. The council also approved a cybersecurity upgrade and directed the City Attorney to draft an ordinance for updated subdivision regulations.

Approved airport connection to City water services (all present aye)
Approved City/County Planning Contract with amendment for elected official representation (all present aye)
Approved Sophos renewal with MTR upgrade for $10,958.81 (all present aye)
Approved City Attorney drafting 2021 subdivision regulation update ordinance (all present aye)
Approved Interstate Engineering MSA Amendment (all present aye)
Approved September 2021 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $170,416.86 (all present aye)
Approved consent agenda including $156,314.74 in claims and four building permits (all present aye)
Approved 2021 Parade of Lights and support for Sidney Jaycees Independence Day event (all present aye)

Mon Oct 18, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves Ordinance 590 on sidewalk obstructions and temporary signs

The council approved the second reading of Ordinance 590, amending city code on sidewalk obstructions and temporary signs, with all six members voting aye. It also approved Resolution 3880 (BARSAA 2021), the final cut and dissemination of a police recruitment video, hosting the 2022 Police Officer Appreciation Day parade and ceremony, the Storm Water Master Plan, and the September 2021 Journal Voucher Report and consent agenda. The consent agenda included claims of $44,062.64 and eight building permits. The meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m.

Approved minutes of the October 4, 2021 regular meeting (all aye)
Approved 2021 Extra Mile Day proclamation (all aye)
Approved second reading of Ordinance 590 amending city code on sidewalk obstructions and temporary signs (6-0)
Approved Resolution 3880 (BARSAA 2021) (all aye)
Approved final cut and dissemination of Sidney Police Department recruitment video (all aye)
Approved hosting the 2022 Police Officer Appreciation Day parade and ceremony (all aye)
Approved Storm Water Master Plan (all aye)
Approved September 2021 Journal Voucher Report and consent agenda with claims of $44,062.64 and eight building permits (all aye)

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Motion was made to approve the second reading of Ordinance 590 by Alderwoman Christensen and Alderwoman Godfrey seconded. Voting went as follows:

6 yea

Christensen yea · Godfrey yea · Stevenson yea · Koffler yea · Rasmussen yea · Sergent yea

Mon Oct 4, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council advances storm water utility bond counsel and Nielson-Halvorson sewer project

The Sidney City Council approved an engagement letter retaining Dan Semmens of Dorsey and Whitney as bond counsel for the Storm Water Utility, and voted to move forward with the Nielson-Halvorson sewer project using about $390,000 remaining on a WWTP Phase 3 loan plus Sewer Department reserves. It also approved the first reading of Ordinance 590 amending sidewalk obstruction and temporary sign rules, a retaining wall variance for Mr. Franz, a temporary handicap parking designation at 216 2nd Ave SE, and payment of $1,593,043.65 for the 4th Ave & West Holly water project. The council agreed to stay with the City/County Planning Board and to notice appointments and a public hearing on new subdivision regulations.

Approved first reading of Ordinance 590 amending city code on sidewalk obstructions and temporary signs (4-0, two absent)
Approved Franz retaining wall variance (all present aye)
Approved temporary handicap parking designation at 216 2nd Ave SE during construction of The Blend salon (all present aye)
Approved bond counsel engagement letter with Dan Semmens of Dorsey and Whitney for the Storm Water Utility (all present aye)
Approved staying with the City/County Planning Board, noticing appointments, and holding a public hearing on new subdivision regulations (all present aye)
Approved Draws 10A and 1B for the 4th Ave & West Holly Water Project totaling $1,593,043.65 (all present aye)
Approved moving forward with the Nielson-Halvorson sewer project using remaining loan funds and Sewer Department reserves (all present aye)
Approved August 2021 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $238,951.53 and the consent agenda including $106,388.56 in claims and building permits (all present aye)

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Motion was made to approve the first reading of Ordinance 590 by Alderwoman Christensen and Alderwoman Sergent seconded. Captain Rosaaen asked who would be liable should anyone get hurt or anything…

4 yea

Christensen yea · Stevenson yea · Rasmussen yea · Sergent yea

Mon Sep 20, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves new K9 unit and various city projects

The City Council approved the purchase of a new police K9 and authorized a cell tower expansion at City Hall. Other actions included approving a lot aggregation, establishing an official Facebook page, and appointing Rick Norby as Mayor by acclamation.

Approved contract for new police K9 costing $30,000-$35,000 (unanimous)
Approved Resolution 3879 to appoint Rick Norby as Mayor by acclamation (unanimous)
Approved American Tower site expansion at 115 2nd St SE for additional $250 (unanimous)
Approved Loomer lot aggregation for Lots 18 and 19 of Block 3 in Fischer Estates (unanimous)
Denied variance request for Steve Bright regarding a FEMA trailer (unanimous)
Approved creation of official City of Sidney Facebook page (unanimous)
Approved handicap voting booth location at Richland County Clerk and Recorders office (unanimous)
Approved agreement for Richland Ranger Hockey Association to place a rink in Quilling’s Park (unanimous)

Tue Sep 7, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves garbage truck purchase and CDBG grant application

The City Council approved the purchase of a new Freightliner garbage truck and authorized the submission of a CDBG-CV grant application to support the Boys and Girls Club gymnasium. Additionally, the council approved a $14,920 payment for the wastewater treatment plant project and authorized the consent agenda, which included city claims and various building permits.

Approved Resolution 3878 for CDBG-CV grant application
Approved $175,000 purchase of Freightliner M2-106 garbage truck
Approved $14,920 payment for WWTP Phase 3 Draw #26
Approved consent agenda including $157,229.84 in claims
Approved 11 building permits

Mon Aug 30, 2021 · 00:00

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council adopts FY21-22 budget and 15 property-tax assessments

At a special meeting on August 30, 2021, the Sidney City Council held a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget; no opponents or proponents came forward, and the hearing closed after one minute. The council then approved 15 resolutions assessing property taxes for services including garbage collection, street lighting, street sprinkling and sweeping, un-kept lots, South Meadow Village Park, delinquent sewer, snow removal, street maintenance, and special improvement districts (SID 101A, 102, 104), plus removal of Dutch Elm trees. It also adopted the annual mill levy and the FY21-22 budget. Every resolution passed with all present voting aye; the meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

Approved Resolution 3862: property tax for garbage collection, removal, disposal (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3863: property tax for residential street lighting (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3864: property tax for commercial street lighting (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3865: property tax for residential street sprinkling and sweeping (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3866: property tax for commercial street sprinkling and sweeping (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3867: property tax for mowing un-kept lots (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3868: property tax for South Meadow Village Park maintenance (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3869: property tax for delinquent sewer (all aye)

Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council approves FY21-22 preliminary budget and raises street and sweeping assessments

The Sidney City Council approved Resolution 3861, the FY2021-22 Preliminary Budget, on a unanimous vote of the five aldermen present. It also approved increases to Street Maintenance assessments (from $100 to $140 per property per year) and to residential and commercial sweeping assessment rates for 2021. The council approved the June and July 2021 Journal Voucher reports and water/sewer bank transfers of $1,180,350.06 and $183,188.56, and approved a consent agenda of claims totaling $242,533.20 after adding a $234.50 Gurney Electric pool claim. A request regarding garbage piling at 9th Ave and 3rd St NW was addressed by consensus to add more garbage cans, and the Hillburn BBQ item was tabled because no representatives attended.

Approved Resolution 3861, the FY2021-22 Preliminary Budget (all present voted aye)
Approved increasing Street Maintenance assessments for 2021 from $100 to $140 per property per year (all present voted aye)
Approved increasing Sweeping Residential Assessment Rate from $.75 to $1.25 and Commercial from $3.5 to $4.25 per property frontage for 2021 (all present voted aye)
Approved June and July 2021 Journal Voucher reports (all present voted aye)
Approved June water/sewer bank transfer of $1,180,350.06 and July transfer of $183,188.56 (all present voted aye)
Approved consent agenda claims of $242,533.20, including an added $234.50 Gurney Electric pool claim (all present voted aye)
Approved August 2, 2021 regular meeting minutes and August 9, 2021 Water/Sewer and Budget/Finance committee minutes (all present voted aye)
Tabled Hillburn BBQ item because no representatives attended committee or council meetings

Mon Aug 2, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council approves new city website and ARPA fund resolution

The Sidney City Council approved Resolution 3860 to create a fund for federal ARPA money, and separately approved contracts with Municode for a new city website and meeting/agenda management. It also approved a lot aggregation for Mr. Franz, a low-income water assistance program, and denied a request to dump animal washdown water into the city sewer. A request for a BBQ trailer in a city parking lot was sent to the Budget and Finance Committee.

Approved Resolution 3860 creating a fund for ARPA money (all aye)
Approved Municode website design, $6,200 one-time and $2,400 yearly (all aye)
Approved Municode meeting/agenda management, $3,800 (all aye)
Denied Steve Lunderby's request to dump animal washdown water into city sewer (all aye)
Approved Franz Lot Aggregation and Final Plat (all aye)
Approved DPHHS Low-Income Home Water Assistance Program (all aye)
Approved $225 per day pool sponsorship fee (4-2, Christensen and Sergent nay)
Approved consent agenda: claims of $81,208.41 and two building permits (all aye)

Wed Jul 28, 2021 · 17:00

Budget and Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Committee backs ARPA fund resolution and new city website

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended approval of Resolution 3860, which creates a budget fund for ARPA money, amends the FY20-21 budget to include the revenue, and formally accepts the funds; all present voted aye. It also recommended moving forward with Municode's website and meetings/agenda management services, quoted at a one-time $6,200 design fee plus $2,400 and $3,800 yearly fees. The committee recommended charging $225.00 per day for pool sponsorships and tabled a decision on renewing expired additional Covid Hours. Tentative FY20-21 budget amendments were described but not finalized.

Recommended approval of Resolution 3860 creating an ARPA fund, amending the FY20-21 budget, and accepting ARPA funds (all present aye)
Recommended moving forward with Municode's website and meetings/agenda management services (all present aye)
Recommended charging $225.00 per day for pool sponsorships, with sponsor dates to be determined (all present aye)
Tabled a decision on renewing the expired additional Covid Hours resolution
Set next Budget and Finance Committee meeting for August 9th, 2021 at 5:15pm

Mon Jul 19, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves Stormwater Masterplan and water improvements

The City Council approved a new Stormwater Masterplan and a $139,500 task order for Phase 3 water improvements. The council also approved a consent agenda including $498,428.68 in claims and several building permits.

Approved Stormwater Masterplan (unanimous)
Approved $139,500 Task Order #5 for Phase 3 water improvements (unanimous)
Approved $498,428.68 in claims (unanimous)
Approved 12 building permits (unanimous)
Approved $385 for 77 Richland County Fair buttons for employees (unanimous)
Approved July 6, 2021 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous)
Approved July 13, 2021 Water and Sewer Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tue Jul 6, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves event permits and cancels primary election

The City Council approved several community event requests, including a shopping event, a swim meet, and a cornhole tournament. Additionally, the Council passed a resolution to cancel the primary election and authorized budgeted transfers for the 2020-2021 fiscal year.

Approved 2nd ST SE closure for July 29 shopping event
Approved July 17-18 swim meet and street closures
Approved July 24 Cattle AC cornhole tournament
Referred sidewalk obstruction complaint to Nuisance Committee
Approved Foundation for Community Care lemonade stand
Approved Interstate Engineering free swim sponsorship
Approved Resolution #3859 to cancel primary election (5-0)
Approved $718,893.21 in claims and consent agenda

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

motion to approve Resolution #3859 and Alderman Koffler seconded. With no further discussion, all present voted aye. Voting went as follows:

5 yea

Christensen yea · Godfrey yea · Stevenson yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea

Wed Jun 23, 2021 · 17:00

Budget and Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Sidney budget committee reviews APRA funds, no spending decisions made

The Budget and Finance Committee met June 23, 2021 and discussed how to spend federal APRA funds, including a possible City Hall remodel and employee appreciation pay. City Clerk/Treasurer Chamberlin reported the city received $788,413.47 (half of Pot A) on June 17, 2021, and expects $1.1 million in Pot B for water/sewer projects. No motions, votes, or spending approvals were recorded; the committee adjourned at 5:34 pm.

No formal decisions or votes recorded; discussion only
Reported receipt of $788,413.47 in APRA Pot A funds on June 17, 2021
Discussed possible City Hall remodel using APRA funds; no action taken
Discussed possible architect estimate up to $15,000.00 from oil/gas funds; no action taken
Discussed possible $5,000.00 flat bonus or up to $13.00/hour appreciation pay for employees; no action taken
Discussed possible new City website and technology upgrades; no action taken
Noted APRA funds must be encumbered by December 2024 and spent by December 2026

Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves water system revenue bonds up to $1.875 million

The City Council approved several financial resolutions, including water system revenue bonds and FY21-22 payroll salaries. The council also authorized funding for police recruitment and drug task force efforts, and approved various public works payments.

Approved Resolution #3859 for up to $1,875,000.00 in Water System Revenue Bonds
Approved Resolution #3857 for FY21-22 Payroll salaries
Approved Resolution #3858 regarding Tax-Exempt Bonds tax compliance procedures
Approved $6,000.00 for the Eastern Montana Drug Force Task
Approved hiring Threefolds LLC for police recruitment video production
Approved $175,000.00 for West Holly Water Improvement Project Task Order #4
Approved $48,243.90 for 4th AVE Water Project Change Order #3
Approved not charging Franz Construction liquidated damages for 4th Ave Water project

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

motion to approve Resolution #3857 and Alderwoman Sergent seconded. With no further discussion, all present voted aye. Voting went as follows:

5 yea

Christensen yea · Godfrey yea · Gartner yea · Koffler yea · Sergent (Rasmussen abstain) yea

motion to approve Resolution #3858 and Alderman Stevenson seconded. With no further discussion, all present voted aye. Voting went as follows:

6 yea

Christensen yea · Godfrey yea · Gartner yea · Koffler yea · Rasmussen yea · Sergent yea

motion to approve Resolution #3859 and Alderwoman Christensen. With no further discussion, all present voted aye. Voting went as follows:

6 yea

Christensen yea · Godfrey yea · Gartner yea · Koffler yea · Rasmussen yea · Sergent yea

Mon Jun 7, 2021 · 17:30

City Buildings and Street Lighting Committee

✓ Decided: Sidney committee approves fireworks trailer in city hall lot for 2021 only

The City Buildings/Street Lighting Committee approved a request from Haley Mindt and Ashlee Sheehan to use the empty gravel city hall parking lot for their fireworks trailer again this year. Alderwoman Christensen moved the approval with the condition that no one be allowed to use the lot next year because of a new clock being installed there; Alderman Koffler seconded, and all present voted aye. Ms. Mindt said she would provide a copy of her insurance policy and asked to set up June 25 and begin selling June 27, 2021, which Mayor Norby said was acceptable. Chief Kraft said he did not want fireworks discharged near the trailer, and Ms. Mindt said she would not allow it.

Approved Haley Mindt and Ashlee Sheehan's use of the gravel city hall parking lot for a fireworks trailer this year (all present voted aye)
Set that no one be allowed to use the lot next year due to a new clock being installed there
Mayor Norby said setup on June 25 and sales starting June 27, 2021 were acceptable
Ms. Mindt agreed to provide a copy of her insurance policy to city hall

Mon Jun 7, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council denies request to allow chickens in city limits

The Sidney City Council voted unanimously to deny a request to ease the livestock ordinance and allow chickens inside city limits. The council also approved a new 8x10 storage shed for the girls' softball program at South Meadow, approved a covered porch variance at 1262 14th St SW, and approved the consent agenda including $853,597.15 in claims and several building permits. A request to use the empty lot by city hall for a fireworks stand was sent to the City Building and Street Lighting Committee for further discussion.

Denied allowing chickens in city limits (all present voted aye)
Approved 8x10 storage shed for girls' softball at South Meadow (all present voted aye)
Approved Mary Steppler covered porch variance at 1262 14th St SW (all present voted aye)
Approved consent agenda: claims of $853,597.15 and building permits (all present voted aye)
Approved WWTP Phase 3 Draw #25 for $19,545.00 (all present voted aye)
Approved Officer Cole Selmo registration (all present voted aye)
Approved temporary sign regulations for sidewalks (all present voted aye)
Referred fireworks stand lot request to City Building and Street Lighting Committee (all present voted aye)

Fri Jun 4, 2021 · 18:00

Water And Sewer Committee

✓ Decided: Sidney water committee votes not to charge Franz Construction $64,750 in liquidated damages

The Water and Sewer Committee voted to not charge Franz Construction any liquidated damages for the 4th Avenue Water Project, which was completed 37 days over contract time. Interstate Engineering had said the city could access $64,750.00 in damages, with $30,000.00 for engineering fees. The committee also discussed ARPA funds and a possible extension of the city's master services agreement with Interstate Engineering, but made no decisions on those items.

Approved motion not to charge Franz Construction liquidated damages for the 4th Avenue Water Project (all present voted aye)

Wed May 26, 2021 · 18:30

Street and Alley Committee

✓ Decided: Committee seeks zoning plan for sidewalk signs and drainage study

The committee reached a consensus to have the Building Inspector draft a zoning code plan for downtown sidewalk signs for City Council approval. Members also agreed to have Morrison-Maierle Inc. investigate drainage issues in North Meadow Village.

Consensus reached to have Building Inspector Rasmussen draft a zoning code plan for downtown sidewalk signs for City Council approval
Consensus reached to allow Molly Davidson of Morrison-Maierle Inc. to investigate North Meadow Village drainage plans

Mon May 24, 2021 · 00:00

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council awards Fer-Pal water main lining bid for West Holly schedules 1 and 2

The City Council voted unanimously to award Fer-Pal the lining bid for schedules #1 and #2 of the West Holly Water Project and to add the cost to the city's existing SRF loan. Engineer Jordan Mayer of Interstate Engineering recommended lining over directional drilling and said all bids came in at least 25% above the engineer's estimate; he suggested deferring schedule #3. On fireworks for 2021, the council reached a general consensus to make no official decision that night, with the fire marshal noting a county burn ban does not cover city residents.

Awarded Fer-Pal the lining bid for West Holly Water Project schedules #1 and #2; all present voted aye
Approved adding the project cost to the city's current SRF loan; all present voted aye
No official decision made on 2021 fireworks season; general consensus to wait

Wed May 19, 2021 · 18:00

Water And Sewer Committee

✓ Decided: Sidney water/sewer committee defers 9th Ave SW sewer fix to meeting with neighbors

The Water and Sewer Committee met May 19, 2021 to discuss sewer problems at Fredrick Lake's residence at 1803 9th AVE SW. Public Works Director Hintz presented three options and estimated costs, including extending the sewer main with about 1,100 feet of pipe for roughly $160,000 to $200,000 plus three manholes, versus a lift station that could cost upward of $500,000. No option was chosen; the committee voted to hold another meeting with the surrounding neighbors to discuss the options and whether they would support a special improvement district (SID).

Motion to hold another Water and Sewer Committee meeting with surrounding neighbors for further discussion — approved, all present voted aye
No decision made among the three sewer options: lift station, extend sewer main south, or homeowners tap into the force main

Mon May 17, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves pedestrian bridge replacement and new walking path

The City Council approved grant applications for the West Holly Pedestrian Bridge replacement and a new walking path on 22nd Ave NW. The council also authorized street closures for local events and approved a lot aggregation for Arlon Franz.

Approved West Holly Pedestrian Bridge Replacement matching grant of $51,035.00 (all present voted aye)
Approved 22nd AVE NW Sidewalk/Walking Path Construction (all present voted aye)
Approved Arlon Franz request to aggregate 10 lots into one (all present voted aye)
Approved Cattleman’s Ball Organization use of cones/barricades for street closures (all present voted aye)
Approved Chamber of Commerce request to block half of 2nd ST SE (all present voted aye, Alderwoman Godfrey abstained)
Approved closing of reclamation right away by the water treatment plant (all present voted aye)
Approved April 2021 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $162,686.26 (all present voted aye)
Referred MiMi’s Kitchen sidewalk sign issue to the Street and Alley Committee (all present voted aye)

Mon May 10, 2021 · 18:30

Street and Alley Committee

✓ Decided: Sidney committee moves to block reclamation right-of-way at 7th and 8th Aves

The Street and Alley Committee met May 10, 2021, to discuss two street matters. Members voted unanimously to approve blocking off the reclamation right-of-way next to the alley/street at 7th AVE and 8th AVE. On the alley behind 9th AVE, no formal action was taken; a general consensus directed Public Works Director Hintz and city crew to grade the alley and report back on how it holds up. The meeting adjourned at 5:51 pm.

Approved blocking off the reclamation right-of-way next to the alley/street at 7th AVE and 8th AVE (all present voted aye)
General consensus for PWD Hintz and city crew to grade the alley behind 9th AVE and report back to the committee (no formal vote recorded)

Mon May 3, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council appoints Joe Stevenson to Ward 1 Council position

The City Council appointed Joe Stevenson to the Ward 1 Council position and approved several temporary street and lot use requests for local events. The council also authorized a City-County interlocal agreement for building inspection services and approved a conditional use permit for a crematory.

Appointed Joe Stevenson to Ward 1 Council position (All aye)
Approved 5k & 10k beef run routes pending Chief Kraft's approval (All aye)
Approved Chamber of Commerce use of dirt lot next to City Hall May 27 (All aye, Godfrey abstained)
Approved shutting down 2nd ST SE for Sunrise Festival pending Chief Kraft's approval (All aye, Godfrey abstained)
Approved Farmers Market use of dirt lot next to City Hall (All aye)
Approved City-County Interlocal Agreement and monthly wage for Building Inspector Rasmussen (All aye, Rasmussen abstained)
Approved Conditional Use permit for Fulkerson/Stevenson Funeral Home crematory (All aye)
Authorized Interstate Engineering to advertise bids for West Holly Project (All aye)

Mon Apr 19, 2021 · 17:00

Budget and Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Committee recommends merit increase process and 3% pay cap for FY2021-22

The Budget and Finance Committee recommended a new performance review form for merit increases for all employees except sworn officers. The committee also recommended a maximum merit increase of 3% for the 2021-22 fiscal year.

Recommended using updated performance review form for all employees except sworn officers (3-0)
Recommended approving up to a 3% merit increase for FY2021-22 (3-0)

Mon Apr 19, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves merit-based pay increases and planning services contract

The City Council approved a merit-based wage increase of up to 3% for city employees and a $35,000 planning services agreement with KLJ. Other actions included approving 2021 pool costs and schedules, a building height variance, and updated building codes.

Approved merit-based wage increases up to 3% for city employees (unanimous)
Approved $35,000 KLJ Master Service Agreement and Task Order #1 for FY21-22 (unanimous)
Approved Ordinance #589 regarding Building Codes (unanimous)
Approved $30,940 for West Holly Waterline Improvements engineering fees (unanimous)
Approved 2021 Pool Pass Costs and Season Schedule (unanimous)
Approved height variance for Nick Ostle garage (unanimous)
Approved Relocation Boundary Line for First Choice Collision Center (unanimous)
Approved March 2021 Journal Voucher Report and $127,678.18 Water/Sewer bank transfer (unanimous)

Mon Apr 5, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council approves Kelly zoning change and conditional use permit for salon

The Sidney City Council approved a zoning change for Jayme Kelly's property from R3 to B3 and a conditional use permit, allowing a four- or five-station hair and nail salon. The council also approved a lot variance for Lori Johnson to extend her garage, confirmed Adam Smith as Fire Chief and Derek Carda as Deputy Fire Chief, and approved Resolution 3856 refunding certain SID tax payments. All votes were unanimous among the six aldermen present.

Approved Kelly zoning change from R3 to B3 (6-0)
Approved Kelly conditional use permit (6-0)
Approved Johnson lot variance for garage extension (6-0)
Approved Resolution 3856 refunding certain SID tax payments (6-0)
Approved Adam Smith as Fire Chief and Derek Carda as Deputy Fire Chief (6-0)
Approved National Service Recognition Day Proclamation (6-0)
Approved Amendment #1 to Task Order #12 for 2021 Neilson Halvorson Sewer Rehab (6-0)
Approved consent agenda including $96,211.24 in claims and four building permits (6-0)

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

motion to approve Resolution 3856 and Alderwoman Sergent seconded. With no further discussion, all present voted aye. Voting went as follows:

6 yea

Christensen yea · Godfrey yea · Gartner yea · Koffler yea · Rasmussen yea · Sergent yea

Mon Mar 15, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney council approves first reading of Ordinance #589 un-adopting unused building codes

The Sidney City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance #589, which would un-adopt parts of building codes the city does not use, following a state notice; a new adoption code is expected April 5 and would take effect May 2021. Council also approved the Jayme Kelly Lot Aggregation for Lots 11 and 12, Block 20, Sidney Original Townsite, hired KLJ for a TA Grant for the West Holly Walking Path Bridge, and approved the February 2021 Journal Voucher Report and a $127,387.18 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer. The Shriners Parade was approved for June 12, 2021 at Noon from Cenex to IGA, and the 2021 Park Use Agreements were approved. All votes recorded were unanimous with no discussion noted.

Approved first reading of Ordinance #589 un-adopting parts of building codes (all aye)
Approved Jayme Kelly Lot Aggregation, Lots 11 and 12, Block 20, Sidney Original Townsite (all aye)
Approved hiring KLJ for TA Grant writing for West Holly Walking Path Bridge, $2,000.00 (all aye)
Approved Shriners Parade June 12, 2021 at Noon from Cenex to IGA (all aye)
Approved 2021 Park Use Agreements (all aye)
Approved February 2021 Journal Voucher Report (all aye)
Approved February 2021 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $127,387.18 (all aye)
Approved consent agenda: claims $83,013.86 and building permits (all aye)

Mon Mar 8, 2021 · 18:00

Police and Fire Committee

✓ Decided: Park and Rec Committee recommends 2021 park use agreements with amendments

The Park and Recreation Committee voted to recommend approval of the 2021 Park Use Agreements for local sports and community groups, with amendments discussed at the meeting. City Hall staff would collect signatures once the committee reviews and the City Council approves the agreements. The committee also asked staff to check whether the Hockey contract still includes mandatory number or open skate days, and to update the Park and Rec Board name in the agreements. The motion passed with all present voting aye; the meeting adjourned at 6:23 pm.

Recommended approval of 2021 Park Use Agreements with amendments (all present voted aye)
Directed City Hall staff to solicit signatures after committee review and City Council approval
Requested staff investigate whether the Hockey contract still includes mandatory number or open skate days
Noted Park and Rec Board name needs to be changed in the agreement

Mon Mar 8, 2021 · 18:30

Street and Alley Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves concrete work for O'Brien lot and clock installation by Boy Scout

The Street and Alley Committee unanimously recommended that the City crew concrete the new portion of the O'Brien lot when funding and time allow. They also unanimously recommended approving a Boy Scout project to install a donated clock with landscaping at the lot's corner. A proposal to purchase an easy rink skating rink was tabled until funds are available.

Recommended approval for City crew to concrete O'Brien lot (3-0)
Recommended holding off on purchasing easy rink skating rink (3-0)
Recommended approving Boy Scout project to install clock and landscaping (3-0)

Mon Mar 1, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves FY19-20 budget amendment and park use for car show

The City Council approved a budget amendment for FY19-20 to cover server improvement costs. The council also authorized the Richland County Sportsman Club to use Moose Park for a car and motorcycle show in June. Additionally, the council approved $66,496.36 in claims and several building permits.

Approved Resolution #3855 for FY19-20 Budget Amendment (unanimous)
Approved Richland County Sportsman Club use of Moose Park on June 12, 2021 (unanimous)
Approved $66,496.36 in claims via consent agenda (unanimous)
Approved building permits 2021-078, 2021-079, 2021-080, and 2021-081 (unanimous)
Approved February 16, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
Approved February 9, 2021 Water and Sewer Committee Meeting Minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Fri Feb 19, 2021 · 18:00

Water And Sewer Committee

✓ Decided: Sidney water committee reviews three-phase 2021 water main project; no vote taken

The Water and Sewer Committee met on February 9th, 2021 (agenda titled February 19th, 2021) and received an overview from Mr. Mayer of the 2021 three-phase water construction projects. Phase one covers rehabbing the water main from 2nd ST to 12th AVE, phase two runs from 12th AVE to 15th AVE on West Holly, and phase three requires easements from five West Holly Street homeowners. The minutes record discussion and answers to homeowner questions only — no motions, votes, approvals, or denials are recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 pm.

No substantive decisions recorded — discussion and public Q&A only
Phase three requires all five West Holly Street homeowners to agree to easements, or the water main will be rerouted behind the houses
City stated it will not force homeowners to annex into city limits
Project to be funded by an SRF Loan through the State; a water rate increase was already implemented to offset it
City will repair the water main; service line from main to house is the homeowner's expense

Tue Feb 16, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves KLJ planning contract and Sunrise Festival street closures

The City Council approved a $25,000 contract amendment for city planning and a needs assessment survey. The council also authorized street closures for the Sunrise Festival of the Arts and approved a water system revenue bond.

Approved closing East Main to 2nd Ave SE for Sunrise Festival on June 12, 2021
Approved KLJ Planning Contract Amendment #3 for $25,000
Approved KLJ to proceed with the 2021 Needs Assessment survey
Approved Water System Revenue Bond engagement letter with Dorsey
Approved $455,548.76 Water/Sewer Bank Transfer
Approved waiving $97.25 building permit fee for Sewer Department shed
Approved January 2021 Journal Voucher Report
Approved consent agenda including $112,736.81 in claims

Mon Feb 1, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney Council approves Boys and Girls Club electronic sign permit

The Sidney City Council approved a conditional use permit for an electronic sign for the Boys and Girls Club after a public hearing with no proponents or opponents. The council also approved Resolution 3853 updating the employee handbook comp time policy and Resolution 3854 creating an emergency COVID-19 leave policy. Two water and wastewater project draws were approved, and the consent agenda including $596,818.44 in claims and building permits was approved. A request to fundraise for an electronic sign at Central Ave & 2nd St was sent to the Street and Alley Committee for discussion.

Approved Sunrise Women's Clinic Walk for Life route on May 1, 2021 (all aye)
Sent electronic sign and parking lot layout proposal to Street and Alley Committee (all aye)
Approved Boys and Girls Club electronic sign conditional use permit (all aye)
Approved 2021 City Council Committee appointments, same as 2020 (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3853 updating employee handbook comp time policy (all aye)
Approved Resolution 3854 creating FY2020-2021 Emergency COVID-19 Leave Policy (all aye)
Approved 4th Ave Water Project Draw #6 for $62,416.00 (all aye)
Approved WWTP P3 Draw #24 for $8,933.00 (all aye)

Tue Jan 19, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney Council approves police retirement switch, water code update, and COVID leave renewal

The Sidney City Council approved the second readings of Ordinance #587, moving Police Department retirement from PERS to MPORS, and Ordinance #588, updating the water code. It also approved a full renewal of 80 hours of COVID-19 emergency leave for employees, a comp time policy change for non-exempt employees, and a policy limiting food vendors on City property to temporary events. The Pella Church front yard variance for an electrical sign was approved, and Alderwoman Christensen was elected 2021 City Council President.

Approved Ordinance #587 changing Police Department retirement from PERS to MPORS (6-0)
Approved Ordinance #588 updating the water code (6-0)
Approved full renewal of 80 hours COVID-19 emergency leave for employees (all aye)
Approved comp time policy change: max accrual 60 hours with one-time cash out of 40 hours (all aye)
Approved policy allowing food vendors on City property only as part of a temporary event (all aye)
Approved Pella Church front yard variance for an electrical sign with illumination standards condition (all aye)
Elected Alderwoman Christensen as 2021 City Council President (all aye)
Approved December 2020 Journal Voucher Report and Water/Sewer Bank Transfer of $338,403.94 (all aye)

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Motion was made to approve the second reading of Ordinance 587 by Alderwoman Christensen and Alderwoman Sergent seconded. With no further discussion, voting went as follows:

6 yea

Sergent yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea · Gartner yea · Godfrey yea · Christensen yea

Motion was made to approve the second reading of Ordinance 588 by Alderman Koffler and Alderwoman Godfrey seconded. With no further discussion, voting went as follows:

6 yea

Sergent yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea · Gartner yea · Godfrey yea · Christensen yea

Mon Jan 11, 2021 · 17:00

Budget and Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Committee advances 80-hour COVID leave extension and 60-hour comp time cap

The Budget and Finance Committee voted to recommend extending 80 hours of COVID-19 emergency leave through the end of FY20-21, and to recommend amending the employee handbook's comp time policy to cap non-exempt accrual at 60 hours with a once-a-year 40-hour cash-out option. It also recommended allowing food vendors on City property only for events, under rules drafted by the City Attorney. On the Anchor Drilling lease, the committee reached general consensus to have the City Attorney investigate the contract and possible environmental review rather than taking a formal vote.

Recommended extending 80 hours of COVID-19 emergency leave through end of FY20-21 (all present aye)
Recommended amending Employee Handbook Policy 4.15: 60-hour max comp accrual, one 40-hour cash-out per year (all present aye)
Recommended allowing food vendors on City property only for events, under City Attorney Kalil's rules (all present aye)
General consensus (no formal vote) to have City Attorney Kalil investigate the Anchor Drilling lease and environmental review

Mon Jan 4, 2021 · 18:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Sidney City Council approves survey work for SE Sewer Main Relocate project

The Sidney City Council met virtually on January 4, 2021, and approved several routine items, including minutes, a board reappointment, and a snow pile agreement. The council approved Morrison Maierle's Task Order 12 to begin survey work for the SE Sewer Main Relocate project, funded by leftover WWTP Phase 3 SRF loan funds. The council also approved the second reading of Ordinance #586 updating the Parking Commission, the first reading of Ordinance #587 changing police retirement from PERS to MPORS, and the first reading of Ordinance #588 updating the water code. A consent agenda including $333,833.61 in claims and several building permits was approved.

Approved December 7, 2020 regular meeting minutes (all aye)
Approved December 17, 2020 Water and Sewer Committee minutes (all aye)
Reappointed Russ Huotari to Airport Board for 5-year term (all aye)
Approved Morrison Maierle Task Order 12 for survey work on SE Sewer Main Relocate project (all aye)
Approved Pheasant Run Snow Pile Agreement (all aye)
Approved second reading of Ordinance #586 updating Parking Commission (6-0)
Approved first reading of Ordinance #587 changing police retirement from PERS to MPORS (6-0)
Approved first reading of Ordinance #588 updating Water Code (6-0)

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Motion was made to approve the second reading of Ordinance 586 by Alderwoman Christensen and Alderwoman Sergent seconded. With no further discussion, voting went as follows:

6 yea

Sergent yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea · Gartner yea · Godfrey yea · Christensen yea

Motion was made to approve the first reading of Ordinance 587 by Alderwoman Godfrey and Alderwoman Sergent seconded. With no further discussion, voting went as follows: January 4th, 2021

6 yea

Sergent yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea · Gartner yea · Godfrey yea · Christensen yea

Motion was made to approve the second reading of Ordinance 586 by Alderman Koffler and Alderwoman Christensen seconded. With no further discussion, voting went as follows:

6 yea

Sergent yea · Rasmussen yea · Koffler yea · Gartner yea · Godfrey yea · Christensen yea