Staples public meetings in 2020
20 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposal to prepay $125,000 in principal for bonds used for 12th Street and Wright Avenue improvements. This action is intended to save $11,602.50 in interest and reduce future property tax levies. The council is also reviewing a managed IT service proposal from CTC.
- Proposed redemption of $125,000 in principal for 2008 General Obligation Bonds (Resolution 1827)
- Managed IT service proposal from CTC for $1,750 per month
- List of bills for payment including $481,960.24 to Verizon and $315,319.25 to Magney Construction
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2021 final budget and property tax levy. The meeting includes approvals for legal service contracts, city fees, and staff wages for 2021.
- Proposed 2021 total property tax levy of $1,059,038
- Legal services contract with Brown, Krueger & Vancura, P.A. for $22,900 plus hourly fees
- Legal services contract with Kyra Ladd for a $3,000 flat rate retainer
- Increase in Staples Fire Relief Association annual benefit from $1,700 to $1,900
- Franchise extension for Spectrum Mid-America, LLC to June 30, 2021
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding unpaid utility assessments in Todd County. The body is also considering new electric and water rates effective January 1, 2021, and the write-off of specific utility bills.
- Proposed Resolution 1821 establishing new electric and water rates
- Public hearing on proposed assessments for non-payment of utility bills in Todd County
- Proposed write-off of utility bills and invoice 6796 totaling $6,582.54
- Proposed Resolution 1820 certifying unpaid utility charges in Todd County
- Nomination of a Council member to the Sourcewell Board of Directors
City Council
The Council approved the 2021 Dower Lake Seasonal Campground Agreement and a property line adjustment for 522 8th St NE. Additionally, the Council established a no parking zone at Michigan Avenue and 12th Street NE and agreed to return to Zoom meetings due to COVID-19.
- Approved 2021 Dower Lake Seasonal Campground Agreement
- Approved Resolution 1818 supporting a Small Cities Development Program Grant application
- Approved property line adjustment for parcel 38-0108600 at 522 8th St NE
- Approved Resolution 1819 establishing a no parking zone at Michigan and 12th Street NE
- Approved consent calendar including bill payments totaling $832,142.46
City Council
The City Council will discuss applying for a Small Cities Development Program grant for community center renovations and rental property rehabilitation. The body is also considering a seasonal campground agreement and a parking restriction at 12th Street NE and Michigan Avenue.
- Resolution 1818: Application for Small Cities Development Program for Community Center and rental property rehab
- Dower Lake Seasonal Campground Agreement ($1,800 seasonal rate + electric)
- Resolution 1819: No parking at intersection of 12th Street NE and Michigan Avenue
- Property line adjustment request for parcel 38-0108600
- Payment of bills totaling $832,141.46 (including $715,237.37 to Magney Construction)
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the allocation of CARES Act funds to local non-profits and a grant agreement for airport improvements. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for delinquent utility bill assessments and appointing election judges.
- Resolution 1814: MnDOT grant agreement for Staples Municipal Airport improvements
- Resolution 1815: $19,999 in CARES Act funds for five non-profits, including $5,000 each to STEP and Staples Chamber of Commerce
- Resolution 1817: Public hearing on November 24, 2020, for delinquent utility bill assessments totaling $4,409.47
- Resolution 1816: Appointment of Election Judges for the November 3, 2020 General Election
- Proposed water rate increase to cover fixed costs (recommended by Public Works Commission)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the proposed 2021 preliminary budget and a resolution to adopt the preliminary property tax levy. The body will also consider a gambling permit for the Knights of Columbus and discuss signage for the Highway 10 overpass.
- Resolution 1813 to adopt preliminary property tax levy
- Proposed 2021 preliminary City Budget
- Gambling permit for Knights of Columbus at Sacred Heart on December 27, 2020
- Discussion on signage for Highway 10 overpass
- Truth in taxation hearing date set for December 8, 2020
City Council
The City Council will discuss School Resource Officer agreements for Central Lakes College and ISD 2170 for the 2020-2021 school year. The body is also considering several event requests, including a Comedy Night and a food distribution event. A special meeting may be set to discuss the Community Center.
- SRO agreements with Central Lakes College and ISD 2170 for 2020-2021
- Comedy Night at NP Park on October 9th, including a temporary on-sale liquor license
- Street closure requests for Second Harvest food distribution on October 15th
- Raffle request from Wahoo Valley Area MDHA for October 10th at Timberlake Lodge
- Placement of Cardinal Hall of Fame sign
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan and proposed assessments for unpaid utility charges. The body will also consider several resolutions related to grants and airport equipment.
- Public hearing and Resolution 1810 to certify unpaid utility charges in Todd County
- Public hearing and adoption of the 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan
- Resolution 1811 for 2020 Cares Act grant for elections (Todd County-City of Staples Agreement)
- Resolution 1812 for U.S. Department of Transportation Grant for airport snow removal equipment and runway 14/32 lights
- Gambling Permit for Sacred Heart Catholic Church for October 25, 2020
City Council
The City Council is meeting to decide on the allocation of federal CARES Act funds for local government activities. The body will also consider a new policy for re-establishing special assessments on tax forfeit lots after they are sold.
- Resolution 1809: Allocation of $223,911 in CARES Act Funds
- Resolution 1808: Policy to re-establish special assessments after tax forfeit lot sales
- Payment of bills totaling $1,137,938.96 (including $984,969.50 to Magney Constructions)
- COVID-19 pandemic update
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss funding for the Community Concern for Youth Program and a request to remove assessments from a property on Dakota Avenue. The body will also consider scheduling a 2021 budget review and a public hearing for the 2021-2025 capital improvement plan.
- Resolution 1807: $3,970 contribution for Community Concern for Youth Program
- Request to remove $232.99 public nuisance and $452.61 street/utility assessments from parcel 38-0046000
- Proposed public hearing on August 25 for the 2021-2025 capital improvement plan
- Staples Amateur Baseball Association 2020 Park Use Agreement
- Decision on whether to waive monetary limits on statutory tort liability for insurance coverage
City Council
The City Council will discuss updating the 2020 fee schedule and appointing election judges for the August 11 primary. The body is also considering a public hearing for delinquent utility bill assessments and street closures for a food distribution event.
- Resolution 1804: Revised 2020 Fee Schedule for airport, building, and community center services
- Resolution 1805: Appointment of Election Judges for August 11, 2020 Primary Election
- Resolution 1806: Public hearing on August 25, 2020 for delinquent utility bill assessments
- Street closures on August 12 for Second Harvest, Staples Food Shelf distribution (2nd St NE, Pleasant Ave NE, 4th St NE, Park Ave NE, and Centennial Drive)
- Payment of bills totaling $967,150.49
City Council
The City Council approved a 50% credit for on-sale liquor businesses in good standing to assist those impacted by COVID-19. The council also passed Ordinance 529 regarding a street vacation for Front Street.
- Approved 50% credit for on-sale liquor businesses in good standing
- Passed Ordinance 529 for the street vacation of Front Street adjacent to parcel 38-0052200
- Reviewed 2019 audit and financial statement presented by Chuck Mayer CPA
- Approved payment of bills totaling $813,944.11 and $8,744.12
City Council
The City Council will consider the second reading of an ordinance to vacate a portion of Front Street. The body will also discuss license fee credits for Local Legends and Timbers due to pandemic closures.
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 529 for street vacation of Front Street adjacent to parcel 38-0052200
- Request for liquor license fee credits from Local Legends and Timbers
- COVID-19 pandemic update
- Payment of bills
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and airport grants. The body is also discussing liquor license amendments to allow outdoor seating during COVID-19 restrictions and a street vacation on Front Street.
- Proposal for Braun Intertec Corporation to provide wastewater treatment plant testing for $152,349
- Contract for Parsons Electric LLC for Airport REIL replacement project for $46,775
- CARES Act Grant No. 3-27-0145-015-2020 for Staples Municipal Airport in the amount of $30,000
- First reading of Ordinance 529 to vacate Front Street adjacent to parcel 38-0052200
- Resolution 1802 to allow on-sale liquor licenses to include contiguous outdoor space
City Council
The City Council will discuss providing liquor license credits for establishments closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The body is also considering a street vacation on Front Street and a grant for fire department equipment.
- Public hearing for street vacation of Front Street adjacent to parcel 38-00 52200
- Proposed liquor license credits for businesses closed due to COVID-19
- Resolution 1801 for a $7,800 Sourcewell grant for fire department hose testing
- Gambling permit request from Knights of Columbus for an August 23, 2020 raffle
- Payment of bills totaling $348,602.29
City Council
The City Council approved several ordinances and agreements, including a FEMA grant for a new storm shelter at Dower Lake. The council also updated utility billing policies and addressed COVID-19 related closures.
- Approved $355,749 FEMA agreement for a storm shelter at Dower Lake
- Approved Ordinance 528 changing the utility bill due date from the 10th to the 15th of each month
- Approved Ordinance 527 regarding physical separation between Level III predatory offender residences
- Approved $14,600 proposal for Stantec Engineering wellhead protection plan services
- Approved a temporary COVID-19 utility disconnection policy
City Council
The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding utility bill due dates and the residential separation of Level III predatory offenders. The body is also considering several agreements for airport engineering and a FEMA-funded storm shelter.
- Agreement with FEMA Hazard Mitigation DR-4290 for a $355,749 storm shelter at Dower Lake
- Ordinance 527 to require physical separation between residences of Level III predatory offenders
- Ordinance 528 to change the utility bill due date
- Resolution 1798 to establish a garbage disposal surcharge
- Proposal by Stantec for $14,600 for Wellhead Protection Plan consulting services
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and consider several ordinances. Proposed measures include budget amendments and changes to utility bill due dates.
- Ordinance 527: Requires 1,000 feet of separation between residences of Level III predatory offenders
- Ordinance 528: Changes the due date for utility bills
- Approval of 2019 and 2020 budget amendments
- Resolution 1797: Application for 2020 MN DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant
- Appointment of Jennie Dolezal and Megan Haber to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
City Council
The City Council is meeting to finalize an ordinance raising the tobacco purchase and sales age to 21 to comply with federal law. The body is also considering land use for agricultural research and airport ground leases.
- Ordinance 526: changes tobacco purchase and sales age to 21
- Proposed agreement for Central Lakes College to use 57 acres for agricultural crops and research
- Approval of four ten-year Airport ground leases
- Proposed ordinance to require physical separation between Level III predatory offender residences
- Proposed change to utility bill due dates from the 10th to the 15th of the month