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Thu Aug 13, 2026
August 13, 2026
Watkins Council to approve amended TIF agreement and law enforcement contract
The Watkins City Council will consider an amended and restated TIF development agreement, approve a law enforcement contract for 2027-2028, and discuss a building inspection contract with Paynesville. The agenda also includes a pool manager update, a temporary liquor license request from the Watkins Lions Club, and a closed session for staff performance evaluations.
- Resolution No. 2026-25 approving amended and restated TIF development agreement
- Law enforcement contract 2027-2028 approval
- Building inspection contract with Paynesville
- Watkins Lions Club on-sale temporary liquor license request for September 26 at Softball Park
- Closed session for staff performance evaluations per MN Statute §13D.05
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City of Watkins
P.O. Box 306
Watkins, MN 55389
(320) 764-6400 Ph.
(320) 764-6401 Fax
www.cityofwatkins.com
Watkins City Council
August 13, 2026
7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
•
Minutes of July 9 regular and special meetings
•
July Financial Report
•
Resolution No. 2026-23, Resolution Accepting Donations
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Resolution No. 2026-24, Resolution Approving Transfer of Funds
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Delinquent water bills for shut off
4. Public Forum – Please state name for the record
5. Amended and Restated TIF Development Agreement
6. Resolution No. 2026-25, Resolution Approving Amended and Restated TIF Development
Agreement
7. Law Enforcement Contract 2027-8 Approval
8. Pool Manager Update
9. Building Inspection Contract with Paynesville
10. Sheriff’s Dept. monthly report
11. Follow-up – ordinance research
12. Watkins Lions Club on-sale temporary liquor license request – September 26 at Softball Park
13. Security software for staff computers
14. Schedule budget workshop meeting
15. Miscellaneous
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Clerk – Meet with Rep. Michelle Fishbach outreach representative. Sick time.
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Deputy Clerk –
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Public Works – Sewer backup
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Council –
16. Bills for payment
17. Next regular meeting Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m.
18. Close meeting for staff performance evaluations per MN Statute §13D.05, subds. 1(d), 3(a) for
Steve Geislinger, Sarah Jacobsen Krone, Deb Kramer, and Keith Peters
19. Open meeting …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
July 9, 2026
✓ Decided: Council discusses ambulance staffing, funding options
The Watkins City Council met to discuss ambulance operations with Chief Jody Bauer. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, covering staffing challenges, potential paid on-call models, and possible funding options like a tax district or fundraising. The council adjourned without taking action.
- Adjourned the special meeting (motion carried)
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the special meeting to order at 6:45 pm at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Tootz Tschumperlin, Sue Unterberger, Stephanie Eder,
Brenda Carlson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS: Watkins Ambulance Chief Jody Bauer, Meeker County Deputy Reggie Sandstrom, Deputy
Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk Deb Kramer
Purpose of the meeting was to discuss ambulance operations with officers.
Bauer supplied the council with financial reports for review. She also informed council that the
state had been out this week for a routine ambulance inspection, and everything went smoothly.
Bauer’s largest struggle remains staffing. The current schedule meets the state’s criteria, but the
potential issue is being able to prove that they had two people designated that were willing and able
to go on a call. The state is asking services to provide more proof that they have people on-call 24/7,
so that will be a problem that the service needs to address. Bauer suggested they may have to look
at a paid on-call model. Currently, the service is moving $150 per billable call from operations to
the relief association. At the end of the year, after expenses, they divide the remaining amount
between members. This has been averaging $20 per call in the past. The service could look at
keeping that money in operations and paying a stipend to the on-call members. Bauer is looking to
the counci …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
July 9, 2026
✓ Decided: Council approves fee reduction, liquor license, and street repairs
The Watkins City Council approved several routine items, including a reduced right-of-way excavation permit fee, a temporary liquor license for a church festival, and street repairs. They also approved a professional services agreement for TIF district work, contingent on the developer's decision, and discussed enforcement of an expired land use permit.
- Approved curb cut for Shorty Nistler (unanimous)
- Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for St. Anthony Parish Fall Festival (unanimous)
- Approved updated Village Hall rental contract adding midnight end time (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-6 reducing row excavation permit fee from $250 to $100 (unanimous)
- Approved job description and advertising for Administrative Assistant/Utility Billing Clerk (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Northland Securities, contingent on David Tysk's decision (unanimous)
- Approved street repairs for $5,315 and $5,975 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of new hydrant meter from Pollardwater for $3,917.92 (unanimous)
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Tootz Tschumperlin, Stephanie Eder, Brenda Carlson,
Sue Unterberger
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS: Shorty Nistler, Trevyn Ludwig, Pool Manager Anna Kramer, Deputy Reggie Sandstrom,
Public Works Director Steve Geislinger, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk-Treasurer
Deb Kramer
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY TSCHUMPERLIN. MOTION
CARRIED.
MOTION BY TSCHUMPERLIN TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION
CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: June 11 regular meeting minutes, June Financial Report; Resolution
2026-20 Accepting Donations, Resolution 2026-21 Approving Transfer of Funds, Resolution 2026-
22 Appointing Election Judges, delinquent water bills for shut off.
Public Forum – None
Pool Manger Kramer reported that pool operations were going well. She noted that the co-managers
would both be out of town August 5-10, and they would like to ask Skyler Field to fill in as manager
in their absence.
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE SKYLER FIELD TO RECEIVE $20/HOUR WHILE FILLING IN AS
MANAGER, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION CARRIED.
Unterberger asked whether there were any pool improvements that needed to be made. Kramer
noted that the tall lifeguard chair could use some paint, and adding some lockers would be an
improvement for the customers. …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
July 9, 2026
Council to consider fee schedule amendment and TIF district professional services agreement
The City Council will vote on Ordinance 2026-6, which amends the 2026 fee schedule, and a professional services agreement with NSI for TIF District 9-1. Other business includes a temporary on-sale license request from St. Anthony Parish for a September 13 festival, approval of an updated Village Hall rental contract, and a new administrative staff hire.
- Ordinance 2026-6, Amending 2026 Fee Schedule
- TIF District 9-1, Professional Services Agreement with NSI
- St. Anthony Parish temporary on-sale license request for September 13 Festival
- Approve updated Village Hall rental contract
- Administrative staff – new hire
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City of Watkins
P.O. Box 306
Watkins, MN 55389
(320) 764-6400 Ph.
(320) 764-6401 Fax
www.cityofwatkins.com
Watkins City Council
July 9, 2026
7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
• Minutes of June 11 regular meeting
• June Financial Report
• Resolution No. 2026-20, Resolution Accepting Donations
• Resolution No. 2026-21, Resolution Approving Transfer of Funds
• Resolution No. 2026-22, Resolution Appointing Election Judges
• Delinquent water bills for shut off
4. Public Forum – Please state name for the record
5. Pool Manager - mid-season update
6. Ambulance Relief Association – quarterly reports
7. Shorty Nistler (321 Central Ave N) – curb cut
8. Trevyn Ludwig (330 Central Ave N) – curb cut
9. Sheriff’s Dept. monthly report
10. St. Anthony Parish temporary on-sale license request for September 13th Festival
11. Approve updated Village Hall rental contract
12. Ordinance 2026-6, Amending 2026 Fee Schedule
13. Administrative staff – new hire
14. TIF District 9-1, Professional Services Agreement with NSI
15. Expired land use permit
16. Miscellaneous
• Clerk – election judge training, upcoming elections
• Deputy Clerk –
• Public Works – street repair quotes, hydrant meter
• Council –
17. Bills for payment
18. Next regular meeting Thursday, August 13 at 7 p.m.
19. Adjourn
Thu Jun 11, 2026
June 11, 2026
Council to vote on animal ordinance, street rules, and liquor/gambling permits
The Watkins City Council will consider two ordinance amendments: Chapter 91 (Animal Ordinance) and Chapter 92 (Streets and Sidewalks). They will also vote on a temporary on-sale liquor license for the Fire Relief Association and two off-site gambling permits for the Lions Club. Other items include a drainage problem on 2nd Street, a swimming pool update, and a mortgage subordination request from Citizens Bank MN.
- Ordinance No. 2026-4 amending Chapter 90 Animal Ordinance
- Ordinance No. 2026-5 amending Chapter 92 Streets and Sidewalks
- Fire Relief Assn request for temporary on-sale liquor license (Kraut N' Wurst, July 31–Aug 2)
- Resolution No. 2026-18 & 19: Lions Club off-site gambling permits for July 11 and Aug 1
- Citizens Bank MN request for subordination on mortgage for JRB Properties
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City of Watkins
P.O. Box 306
Watkins, MN 55389
(320) 764-6400 Ph.
(320) 764-6401 Fax
www.cityofwatkins.com
Watkins City Council
June 11, 2026
7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
• Minutes of May 14 regular meeting
• May Financial Report
• Resolution No. 2026-16, Resolution Accepting Donations
• Resolution No. 2026-17, Resolution Approving Transfer of Funds
• Delinquent water bills for shut off
4. Public Forum – Please state name for the record
5. Sheriff’s Dept. monthly report
6. Jenny Rowan – Watkins Tough Day
7. Emily Piccerillo – security at skating rink, Little Miss Watkins float repairs
8. 2nd Street S – Drainage problem
9. Swimming Pool Update - pool staff effective hire date, outside swim instruction policy
10. Ordinance No. 2026-4, Ordinance Amending Chapter 90 Animal Ordinance
11. Ordinance No. 2026-5, Ordinance Amending Chapter 92 Streets and Sidewalks
12. Fire Relief Assn Request: Temporary on-sale liquor license for Kraut N’ Wurst July 31-August 2
13. Watkins Liquor Warehouse Request: LPHE Registration
14. Resolution No. 2026-18, Approving Lions Club Request for off-site gambling permit July 11
15. Resolution No. 2026-19, Approving Lions Club Request for off-site gambling permit August 1
16. Village Hall rental hours
17. Citizens Bank MN asking for subordination on mortgage for JRB Properties
18. LMCIT Waiver
19. Miscellaneous
• Clerk –
• Deputy Clerk –
• Public Works …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
June 11, 2026
✓ Decided: Council approves animal, street ordinance changes and pool policy
The Watkins City Council approved several ordinances and policies, including amendments to the animal ordinance and streets/sidewalks code, a new policy prohibiting private commercial instruction at the city pool, and repairs to a drainage issue on 2nd Street South. The council also authorized extending a road closure for Watkins Tough Day, funded locks and thermostats for the skating rink warming house, and approved repairs to the Little Miss Watkins float. All votes were unanimous among the four members present.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-4 amending Chapter 90 Animal Ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-5 amending Chapter 92 Streets and Sidewalks (unanimous)
- Approved prohibition of private commercial instruction at Watkins Swimming Pool (unanimous)
- Approved extending Central Avenue closure to St. Anthony parking lot entrance for Watkins Tough Day (unanimous)
- Approved up to $740 from Park and Rec fund for new locks, handles, and thermostats at skating rink warming house (unanimous)
- Approved up to $1,300 from Park and Rec fund for repairs to Little Miss Watkins float (unanimous)
- Approved moving forward with repair of 2nd Street South drainage issue (unanimous)
- Approved $24,187 in repairs to reservoir pumping system (unanimous)
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , JUNE 11, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Tootz Tschumperlin, Stephanie Eder, Brenda Carlson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Sue Unterberger
OTHERS: Randy Kramer, Emily Piccerillo, Deputy Reggie Sandstrom, Public Works Director Steve
Geislinger, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk-Treasurer Deb Kramer
MOTION BY TSCHUMPERLIN TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY CARLSON. MOTION
CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: May 14 regular meeting minutes, May Financial Report; Resolution
2026-16 Accepting Donations, Resolution 2026-17 Approving Transfer, delinquent water bills for
shut off.
Public Forum – Randy Kramer asked what is happening with Dollar General in Watkins and why the
city has not contacted them after the closure of J&R Family Market. He feels that the EDA should be
working with them. Carlson noted that the EDA is focusing on a few projects currently, the grocery
store being one of them.
Deputy Sandstrom presented the May sheriff’s report. He highlighted a few incidents, and noted an
uptick in gasoline drive-offs.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE THE SHERIFF’S REPORT, SECONDED BY TSCHUMPERLIN. MOTION
CARRIED.
Piccerillo spoke to the council about the upcoming Watkins Tough Day. The Lions have received a
large response to their car and truck …
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Thu May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
✓ Decided: Council approves $2,000 for Little League field, liquor licenses, and zoning changes
The Watkins City Council approved using $2,000 from the Park and Rec Fund for Little League field expenses, continued $30/week mowing for ball fields, waived a conditional use permit fee for a proposed pickleball court, and approved liquor licenses for multiple establishments. The council also approved ordinances assigning a new street address and amending the zoning ordinance, and authorized pulling and inspecting a reservoir pump at a cost of $11,200.
- Approved $2,000 from Park and Rec Fund for Little League field expenses (motion carried)
- Approved paying additional $30/week as needed to mow three ball fields in 2026 (motion carried)
- Waived conditional use permit application fee for a pickleball court (motion carried)
- Approved 96 swim passes for ambulance service, reimbursed $2 each at season end (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-2 assigning new street address (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-3 amending the Watkins Zoning Ordinance (motion carried)
- Approved on-sale, off-sale, and special Sunday on-sale liquor licenses to Bud's Bar, Gordies Bar, Red Goat Bar & Grill, Watkins Legion Club Room, Keeks, and Watkins Baseball Club (motion carried)
- Approved having reservoir pump pulled and inspected at cost of $11,200 (motion carried)
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , MAY 14, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Tootz Tschumperlin, Stephanie Eder, Sue Unterberger,
Brenda Carlson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS: Kevin Kramer, Don Dufner, Anna Kramer, Emily Kramer, Deputy Reggie Sandstrom, Public
Works Director Steve Geislinger, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk-Treasurer Deb
Kramer
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY TSCHUMPERLIN. MOTION
CARRIED.
MOTION BY TSCHUMPERLIN TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY CARLSON.
MOTION CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: April 9 regular meeting minutes, April 27 special meeting minutes;
April Financial Report; Resolution 2026-14 Accepting Donations; Resolution 2026-15 Approving
Transfer; September 24, 2025 Water Board Minutes and Financial Report; delinquent water bills for
shut off.
Public Forum – No one in attendance.
Kevin Kramer gave the council an update on the improvements made so far to the Little League
field. The baseball club is asking for further financial help to cover the costs of ag lime, and
requested $2,000. Geislinger & Sons donated their labor and equipment to dig out sod and level the
ag lime.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE USING $2,000 FROM THE PARK AND REC FUND FOR LITTLE
LEAGUE FIELD EXPENSES, SECONDED BY CARLSON. MOTION CARRIED.
Kevin Kramer also requested that the council continue paying an …
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Thu May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
Council to vote on zoning amendment, liquor licenses, and park grants
The Watkins City Council will consider several action items including a zoning ordinance amendment, liquor license renewals for five establishments, and acceptance of a DNR grant for the fire department. The meeting also includes updates on park improvements, the swimming pool, and a proclamation for First Responder Day.
- Ordinance 2026-3: Amending the Watkins Zoning Ordinance
- Liquor license renewals for Bud's Bar, Gordies Bar, Red Goat Grill & Bar, Legion Club Room, and Kees
- DNR matching grant award to Fire Dept. plus Compeer and State Farm grants
- Kevin Kramer discussing Little League field improvements
- Resolution 2026-14 accepting donations and Resolution 2026-15 approving a transfer
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City of Watkins
P.O. Box 306
Watkins, MN 55389
(320) 764-6400 Ph.
(320) 764-6401 Fax
www.cityofwatkins.com
Watkins City Council
May 14, 2026
7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
• Minutes of April 9 regular meeting and April 27 special meeting
• April Financial Report
• Resolution No. 2026-14, Resolution Accepting Donations
• Resolution No. 2026-15, Resolution Approving Transfer
• Joint Water Board Financial Report and Sept. 24, 2025 minutes
• Delinquent water bills for shut off
4. Public Forum – Please state name for the record
5. Kevin Kramer – Little League field improvements
6. Don Dufner – pickleball court
7. Sheriff’s Dept. monthly report
8. EMS Week – Ambulance Free Swim Passes (96)
9. Swimming Pool Update
10. Ordinance No. 2026-2, Ordinance Assigning a New Street Address
11. Ordinance No. 2026-3, Ordinance Amending the Watkins Zoning Ordinance
12. DNR matching grant award to Fire Dept. Compeer and State Farm fire dept. grants
13. Liquor license renewals
On-Sale, Off-Sale & Special Sunday On-Sale: Bud’s Bar, Gordies Bar, Red Goat Grill & Bar
Club On-Sale & Special Sunday On-Sale: Legion Club Room
On-Sale Wine, 3.2 Malt Liquor On-Sale, Strong Beer On-Sale & Special Sunday On-Sale: Keeks
On-Sale Wine, Strong Beer, 3.2 Malt Liquor: Watkins Baseball Club
14. Miscellaneous
• Clerk –
• Deputy Clerk –
• Public Works – reservoir pump repair quote
• Council – First Responder Day Pr …
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
April 9, 2026
Watkins City Council to consider final plat for townhome project, 2025 audit, and ambulance payment portal
The council will hold a public forum, receive the 2025 audited financial statements, hear a final plat for a townhome project, and discuss an online payment portal for ambulance services. Several routine items are on the consent agenda.
- Final plat for townhome project by David Tysk
- 2025 audited financial statements presented by Nancy Schulzetenberg
- Online payment portal for ambulance service payments and accounts for collections
- Resolution No. 2026-12 accepting donations
- Delinquent water bills for shut off
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City of Watkins
P.O. Box 306
Watkins, MN 55389
(320) 764-6400 Ph.
(320) 764-6401 Fax
www.cityofwatkins.com
Watkins City Council
April 9. 2026
7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
• Minutes of March 12 regular meeting
• March Financial Report
• Resolution No. 2026-12, Resolution Accepting Donations
• Delinquent water bills for shut off
4. Public Forum – Please state name for the record
5. Nancy Schulzetenberg – 2025 audited financial statements
6. Watkins Ambulance Relief Assn. 1st quarter report
7. Watkins Tough Day Committee
8. David Tysk – final plat for townhome project
9. Online payment portal for ambulance service payments. Accounts for collections.
10. Sheriff’s Dept. monthly report
11. Designated handicap parking follow-up
12. Swimming Pool
13. EDA update – RCP grant update
14. Watkins Baseball Club Spring update
15. Spring Newsletter draft
16. National Night Out – Tuesday, August 4th
17. Miscellaneous
• Clerk – ROW Ordinance
• Deputy Clerk – MMCI Conference
• Public Works – street maintenance, tree trimming
• Council –
18. Bills for payment
19. Next regular meeting Thursday, May 14 at 7 p.m.
20. Adjourn
Thu Apr 9, 2026
April 9, 2026
✓ Decided: Council approves townhome plat, road closures for Tough Day
The council approved the final plat for Watkins Townhomes LLC at Glenshire Estates with a variance, and authorized road closures for Watkins Tough Day on July 11. They also approved hiring Anna and Emily Kramer as pool co-managers at $20/hour, accepted bids for street work, and denied adding handicap parking in residential districts.
- Approved Watkins Townhomes LLC final plat with variance (unanimous)
- Approved road closures for Watkins Tough Day on July 11 (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Anna Kramer and Emily Kramer as pool co-managers at $20/hour (unanimous)
- Accepted Diversified Paving bid for mill and overlay on Meeker Ave and 4th St (unanimous)
- Accepted Pearson Bros. Inc. bid for Glenshire addition street work (unanimous)
- Denied adding handicap parking spaces in residential districts (unanimous)
- Approved using Midwest EMS Billing's recommended collection agency (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 audit report with clean opinion (unanimous)
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , APRIL 9, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Tootz Tschumperlin, Stephanie Eder, Sue Unterberger,
Brenda Carlson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS: Jody Bauer, Heidi Donnay, Bonnie Holthaus, Aaron Derichs, Duane Peterson, Jenny Rowan,
Brad Rosenow, David Tysk, Nancy Schulzetenberg, Deputy Reggie Sandstrom, Public Works Director
Steve Geislinger, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk-Treasurer Deb Kramer
MOTION BY TSCHUMPERLIN TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY CARLSON. MOTION
CARRIED.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY TSCHUMPERLIN. MOTION
CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: March 12 regular meeting minutes, March Financial Report, Resolution
2026-12 Accepting Donations, delinquent water bills for shut off.
Public Forum – No one in attendance.
Nancy Schulzetenberg from berganKDV presented the 2025 audit report. The city was issued a clean
opinion.
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE THE AUDIT REPORT AS PRESENTED, SECONDED BY EDER.
MOTION CARRIED.
Ambulance Chief Jody Bauer presented the 1st Quarter Ambulance Relief Association report.
MOTION BY UNTERBERGER TO APPROVE THE 1ST QUARTER AMBULANCE RELIEF ASSOCIATION
REPORT, SECONDED BY CARLSON. MOTION CARRIED.
Jenny Rowan and Brad Rosenow presented the council with a schedule for Watkins Tough Day being
held on July 11, 2026. They requested t …
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
March 12, 2026
Meeting is procedural only; no substantive decisions listed.
The March 12, 2026, agenda for the City of Watkins contains only boilerplate navigation, contact information, and standard website links. No specific items for discussion or decision by the council or any board are provided.
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WELCOME TO THE CITY OF WATKINS, MN
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
March 12, 2026
Council approves Nelson Sanitation contract, directs staff on MPCA grant applications
The Watkins City Council approved the consent agenda, ambulance roster and officers, the sheriff's report, and a contract with Nelson Sanitation for portable restrooms. Council also directed staff to research a handicap parking request and to proceed with MPCA grant applications for water/sewer improvements and lead service line replacement.
- Council directed staff to research a dedicated handicap parking spot on the city street outside Area Homes.
- Council approved the 2026 contract with Nelson Sanitation for portable restrooms at parks.
- Council approved an application to MPCA's Project Priority List for water and sewer improvements in the 4th Street and Cedar Avenue area.
- Council approved a second MPCA application for lead service line replacement work.
- Council approved a $2,000 survey of the reservoir by Bolton & Menk.
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , MARCH 12, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Tootz Tschumperlin, Stephanie Eder, Sue Unterberger
MEMBERS ABSENT: Brenda Carlson
OTHERS: RuthAnne Cupps, Deputy Reggie Sandstrom, Public Works Director Steve Geislinger, Deputy
Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk-Treasurer Deb Kramer
MOTION BY TSCHUMPERLIN TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY UNTERBERGER TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION
CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: February 12 regular meeting minutes, February Financial Report,
Resolution 2026-11 Accepting Donations, ambulance service resignations, delinquent water bills for
shut off, revised chicken permit form, staff PTO request.
Public Forum – RuthAnne Cupps petitioned the council for a dedicated handicap parking spot on the
city street outside Area Homes. This would be for a second vehicle, as her first vehicle is using the
allotted space in the Area Homes parking area. Council directed staff to research.
MOTION BY UNTERBERGER TO APPROVE THE 2026 AMBULANCE SERVICE ROSTER, SECONDED BY
TSCHUMPERLIN. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE THE 2026 AMBULANCE SERVICE OFFICERS, SECONDED BY
UNTERBERGER. MOTION CARRIED.
Deputy Sandstrom presented the February sheriff’s report.
MOTION BY TSCHUMPERLIN TO APPROVE THE SHERIFF’S REPORT, SECONDED BY EDER. MO …
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February 12, 2026
City of Watkins council meeting is procedural only, no substantive items listed
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- No rezonings, fee changes, or dollar amounts appear in the agenda
- No public hearings or proposed ordinances are listed
- The agenda consists entirely of standard website navigation and legal boilerplate
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WELCOME TO THE CITY OF WATKINS, MN
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THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial status, sexual orientation, and reprisal. (Not all prohibited bas …
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
February 12, 2026
Council approves charitable gambling, revolving loan, and pump purchase
The Watkins City Council approved several financial and operational items, including a charitable gambling resolution for the Legion Club, a $13,600 revolving loan to Jean Reinert, and a $38,996 transfer pump purchase. The council also adopted a new petty cash policy, approved ACH bank payments, and increased fire relief retirement funding. Additionally, the council approved pay raises for the deputy clerk and clerk-treasurer to comply with state pay equity requirements.
- Approved Resolution 2026-8 for charitable gambling (pull tabs, e-tabs, e-bingo) at the Legion Club.
- Approved a $13,600 revolving loan to Jean Reinert at 4.25% interest over 8 years.
- Approved purchase of a transfer pump from Quality Flow for $38,996.
- Approved pay increases of $2.75/hour for Deputy Clerk and $2.18/hour for Clerk-Treasurer for state pay equity compliance.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-1 to reverse a prior zoning map change (Ordinance 2024-4).
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , FEBRUARY 12, 2026
Mayor Rowan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Stephanie Eder, Brenda Carlson, Sue Unterberger
MEMBERS ABSENT: Tootz Tschumperlin
OTHERS: Don Dufner, Duane Peterson, Steve Geislinger, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City
Clerk Deb Kramer
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY UNTERBERGER. MOTION
CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: January 8 regular and special meeting minutes, January Financial
Report, Resolution 2026-7 Accepting Donations, delinquent water bills for shut off, 2026 Ambulance
Service roster, staff PTO request, updated land use permit form, and updated chicken permit form.
Public Forum – None
Dufner reported to the council that the Legion Club approached the Wat-Kim-Valley VFW, requesting
that they provide gambling. There would be pull tabs, e-tabs, and e-bingo. If the city approves, then the
next step would be to the state board.
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2026-8 APPROVING CHARITABLE GAMBLING AT
LEGION CLUB, SECONDED BY UNTERBERGER. MOTION CARRIED.
The city has received five applications for pool employees in various positions, including one instructor
that will need to be recertified. Council approved staff to begin advertising immediately for more
applicants.
Clerk followed up on a …
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
January 8, 2026
Ambulance service short-staffed, recruiting members
The Watkins City Council discussed ambulance operations, including billing issues, a member's driving violation, and recruitment. The service has 15 members, far below the needed 24-30, and will host a training class. Postcards will be mailed to recruit new members.
- Ambulance service has 15 members, needs 24-30 for full roster
- Postcards to be mailed next month to recruit members
- One member has driving violation, cannot drive for 90 days
- Ambulance service to host a class in Watkins, incurring significant expense
- Accounts Receivable mostly in Medicare/Medicaid system
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , JANUARY 8, 2026
Acting Mayor Tschumperlin called the special meeting to order at 6:45 pm at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Acting Mayor Tootz Tschumperlin, Sue Unterberger, Stephanie Eder
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mayor Chris Rowan, Brenda Carlson
OTHERS: Jody Bauer, Bonnie Holthaus, Heidi Donnay, Deputy Sandstrom, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen
Krone, City Clerk Deb Kramer
Purpose of the meeting was to discuss ambulance operations with officers.
Bauer noted that she has been reviewing all runs since the discussion on billing at the last quarterly
meeting. September runs are still being worked on, as that month there were computer issues. Almost
half of the Accounts Receivable are sitting in the Medicare/Medicaid system, the remainder are made up
of commercial and some self-pay. She is monitoring as best she can.
Bauer also informed the council that one of the members had a driving violation and, while still able to go
on calls and work in the back of the ambulance, cannot drive for 90 days. This was reported to the state as
required.
Postcards will be going out in the mail next month to recruit members. A full roster would be 24 members,
although Bauer pointed out that 30 members would be appropriate for the current call volume. The
service is only at 15 members right now.
Ambulance service is going to be hosting a class in Watkins, so there will be some significant expense
associated with that.
Clerk …
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
January 8, 2026
Council approves ambulance fund transfers, service payouts, and liquor license
The Watkins City Council approved several financial items including a $9,691.05 transfer from ambulance operations to the relief fund for 2026 retirement funding and $10,400 in 15-year service payouts. They also approved a temporary liquor license for the Watkins Lions Club, adopted resolutions for 2026 appointments and authorized signers, and discussed a property owner's request to amend city ordinances regarding accessory buildings and chicken limits.
- Approved $9,691.05 transfer from ambulance operations to relief fund for 2026 retirement funding
- Approved $10,400 in 15-year service payouts to 8 eligible members
- Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Watkins Lions Club March 7-8 event at Village Hall
- Discussed property owner Kevin Holtz's request to amend ordinances on accessory buildings and chicken limits
- Approved staff attendance at MN Rural Water Association conference at $350 each
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APPROVED MINUTES
WATKINS CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY , JANUARY 8, 2026
Acting Mayor Tschumperlin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Acting Mayor Tootz Tschumperlin, Stephanie Eder, Brenda Carlson, Sue
Unterberger
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chris Rowan
OTHER: Sergeant Ryan Schutz, Deputy Sandstrom, Kevin Holtz, Jody Bauer, Bonnie Holthaus, Heidi
Donnay, Duane Peterson, Deputy Clerk Sarah Jacobsen Krone, City Clerk Deb Kramer
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY EDER TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, SECONDED BY UNTERBERGER. MOTION
CARRIED.
Items on the Consent Agenda: December 11 regular meeting minutes, December Financial Report,
Resolution 2026-1 Accepting Donations, Resolution 2026-2 Approving Transfer of Funds, Resolution
2026-3 Approving Payment of Certain Monthly Bills, and delinquent water bills for shut off.
Public Forum – None
Carlson asked if ambulance billing had improved since last quarter. Bauer responded that there is a
significant amount in accounts receivable, mostly waiting for insurance to process. She has been
reviewing all the runs this quarter and making sure proper paperwork is turned in.
MOTION BY CARLSON TO APPROVE THE AMBULANCE REPORTS, SECONDED BY EDER. MOTION
CARRIED.
Bauer also noted that 2026 retirement funding requires a $9,691.05 transfer from ambulance
operations to the relief fund.
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WELCOME TO THE CITY OF WATKINS, MN
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THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial status, sexual orientation, and reprisal. (Not all prohibited bas …
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