Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

                                                                                                September 13, 2006

            The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order in the Council Chambers of the City Administration Building at 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 13, 2006, all members of the Council having been duly notified of the meeting and the business to be transacted.

            Present:            Mayor Larry G. Buboltz; City Attorney William Briggs; City

                                    Administrator Richard Grabow; Assistant City Administrator

                                    Lynne Krieger; Finance Officer Louis Guzek; Community  Development Director Larry Remmen; Street

                                    Commissioner Roy Estes; City Engineer; Gary Nansen; Police Chief Kelvin Keena;  Building Official Cal

                                    Mayfield; Liquor Store Manager Bradley MacMaster  and Fire Chief Jeffrey Swanson.           

                                    Aldermen:         Aune, Brenk, Hannon, Heltemes, Imholte, Tollefson and Zeman.

            Absent:             Aldermen Anderson and Tucker and Public Utilities Superintendent Curt Punt.

            There being no corrections or additions to the minutes of the regular Council Meeting held August 8, 2006; and the special meetings of the City Council held July 17, 2006, July 31, 2006 and August 22, 2006, the Mayor declared that they would stand approved according to copies of same sent to each member of the Council.

            Pursuant to notice having been published in the official newspaper that the City Council, this date, would hear public comment and give consideration to the proposed annexation of property 100% surrounded by land within the City limits (Cheryl Avenue – South of Snappy Park), Mayor Buboltz called the hearing to order at 5:04 P.M..  There being no oral or written comments, Mayor Buboltz closed the hearing at 5:04 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting 

            Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing, for its first reading, an ordinance annexing property 100% surrounded by land within the City limits (Cheryl Avenue – South of Snappy Park).

            Pursuant to notice having been published in the official newspaper that the City Council, this date, would hearing public comment and give consideration to the proposed annexation of 141.74 acres of property north on Tower Road owned by the City of Detroit Lakes (Former Ray J. Anderson Property), the Mayor called the hearing to order at 5:05 P.M..  There being no oral or written comments, Mayor Buboltz closed the hearing at 5:05 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting.      

            Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing, for its first reading, an ordinance annexing 141.74 acres of property north on Tower Road and owned by the City of Detroit Lakes (Former Ray J. Anderson Property).

            Pursuant to notice having been published twice in the official newspaper, that the City Council, this date, would hear public comment and give consideration to the proposed vacation of a portion of public right-of-ways on Morrow Avenue and Grant Street, Mayor Buboltz called the hearing to order at 5:06 P.M.  Community Development Director Larry Remmen advised that Four Seasons Gas Station has requested this vacation.  There being no other written or oral comments, the Mayor closed the hearing at 5:06 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting.

            Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Aune, who moved its adoption, vacating a portion of right-of ways on Morrow Avenue and Grant Street.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Pursuant to notice having been sent to property owners abutting on the alley from Frazee Street to Holmes Street between Washington Avenue and Lincoln Avenue relative to traffic flow changes, Mayor Buboltz called the hearing to order at 5:07 P.M.  The Mayor informed the audience that the proposal is to designate the alley as a one way from Frazee Street North because of traffic congestion in that area.  City Administrator Richard Grabow informed the Council that he received a letter from Northland Realty opposing making the alley a one way and asking that the City turn Lincoln Avenue back to its original status.  There being no further comments, Mayor Buboltz closed the hearing at 5:09 P.M. and reconvened the regular meeting. 

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, designating the alley from Frazee Street to Holmes Street between Washington Avenue and Lincoln Avenue a one way going South to North.  Alderman Zeman expressed his concerns about the traffic coming from the alley behind Norby’s Department Store and turning left onto Holmes Street.  He asked that several parking spaces be left open for traffic site when turning left on Holmes.  The Mayor asked that Chief Keena review the safety issues when coming from the alley and turning left onto Holmes Street.

            Pursuant to notice having been published in the official newspaper that the City, this date, would hear public comment and give consideration to the transfer of the on-sale intoxicating liquor license and Sunday on-sale intoxicating liquor license from Tarisa Bloom dba The Becker to Lincoln MacArthur dba The Matinee for the period September 13, 2006, through December 31, 2006, Mayor Buboltz called the hearing to order at 5:11 P.M..  There being no oral or written comments, the Mayor closed the hearing at 5:11 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting

            Upon the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Tollefson and carried without a dissenting vote, to approve the transfer of Tarisa Bloom’s on-sale intoxicating liquor license and Sunday on-sale intoxicating liquor license to Lincoln MacArthur dba The Matinee for the period September 13, 2006, through December 31, 2006.  There being no comments, The Mayor closed the hearing at 5:14 P.M. and reconvened the regular Council Meeting.

            The Mayor called to order a hearing at 5:12 P.M. to consider the matter of a reported nuisance at 722 West Holmes Street.  Building Official Cal Mayfield advised the Council that this property has been cleaned up.  No Action was taken.

         Steve Lund, Pat Peterson and Jeff Offut, representing the Boys and Girls Club, appeared before the Council requesting the Council to reconsider the Boys and Girls Club’s request for a contribution of $10,000.00.  Upon Mayor Buboltz’s request, Finance Officer Louie Guzek advised that the City was paying $1,500.00 to the Club and after receiving their request for $10,000.00, the Budget Committee agreed to increase the contribution an additional $2,000.00 each year and eventually give the Boys and Girls Club the $10,000.00 but on a step basis. Alderman Heltemes suggested that being there are members in the Club outside the City, they should approach Becker County for a contribution.  Alderman Zeman spoke in favor of giving the Boys and Girls Club the $10,000.00.  Upon Alderman Hannon’s inquiry, City Administrator Richard Grabow advised that the Public Utilities has not budgeted for a contribution for the Boys and Girls Club, but they will be working on their budget for 2007.  A motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Zeman and carried, without a dissenting vote, to  add to the budget an additional $6,500.00 from the Liquor Fund to the Boys and Girls club and review the City’s donation next year at Budget time.  Alderman Hannon reiterated that the representative from the Boys and Girls Club request a contribution from the Public Utilities. 

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Brenk to deny Paul Renner’s request to maintain the road in Timber Creek Addition Phase II because it is not a City road and it would set a bad precedent if the City were to maintain it. Paul Renner, Lakes Country Developers, asked the City to bring the road up to grade and put gravel on it.  City Administrator Richard Grabow advised that Mr. Renner should request a road project to develop that road or enter into a development agreement with the City that he would build the road according to the City’s specifications and turn it over to the City.  After discussion and upon Alderman Zeman’s request, Mayor Buboltz suggested that Mr. Renner meet with the Community Development Committee about his request.  Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion carried without a dissenting vote.

            A motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Heltemes to place a street light at the intersection of Ox Cart Trail and Highway 10 and East Shore Drive and South Shore Drive.  Mike Norby, 1718 North Shore Drive, and Carl Fingalson, 1710 East Shore Drive and Alderman Hannon and Zeman spoke in favor of the street lights.  Upon Alderman Tollefson’s inquiry, Street Commissioner Roy Estes and Chief of Police Kelvin Keena did not receive complaints as to not having a street light in those areas. City Administrator Richard Grabow advised that one of the reasons the City has not put a street light at the Ox Cart Trail intersection was because of the expense to get power at that intersection.  Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion carried.

            Upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the amendments to the By-Laws of the Detroit Lakes Fire Department Relief Association.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Heltemes, who moved its adoption, increasing the retirement benefits of the Detroit Lakes Volunteer Fire Department to $3,700.00 for each year a firefighter serves as an active member of the Fire Department effective April 1, 2007.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Pursuant to a petition received by property owners in the Timber Creek Addition and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Heltemes, and carried, without a dissenting vote, to change the street name in Timber Creek Addition from Meadow Drive to Aspen Drive.

            Upon the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, to deny the request of  Allan and Jean Brevik for a variance to exceed the impervious surface requirements allowing 33% impervious surface coverage from an 8 x 32 foot addition to a home at 1541 East Shore Drive because the Planning Commission noted no hardship was shown for the requested variance.

            Pursuant to the recommendations of the Planning Commission which were submitted to the City Council and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a conditional use permit to Mark Payne allowing construction of an accessory structure on a vacant lot at 893 White Clover Beach Road, subject to the following conditions:

            1)         That the structure setbacks are as follows:

                        Front yard 125 feet instead of the required 150 feet;

                        Side yard 30 feet;

                        Rear yard 30 feet;

             2)        That the lot be a minimum of 150 feet wide and 2 acres

                        or more in size;

             3)        That the lot intended for the accessory structure be located

                        within 200 feet of the    property owner’s residence;

             4)        That the structure not exceed 2000 square feet;

             5)        That the structure not exceed 14 feet in height;

             6)        That the property be landscaped and maintained to make an attractive residential appearance;

             7)        That the building be roofed and sided in a manner that is compatible

                        with surrounding residential development;

             8)        That the building and lot not be used for repair work, commercial

                        use or store other than personal items of the owner, and that all

                        of the items be stored inside;

             9)        That no signage is allowed on the property;

            10)       That as many existing trees as possible be maintained to provide screening;

            Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Aune, who moved its adoption, authorizing the City of Detroit Lakes to assume full responsibility for the operation and maintenance of property and facilities related to the Highway 10 Project.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Aune, who moved its adoption, authorizing the City Administrator to act as agent on behalf of the City for the Enhancement Funding relative to the Highway 10 Project.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Brenk. City Engineer Gary Nansen advised that an application for an enhancement grant through the Minnesota Department of Transportation, which would provide funds for landscaping, beautification and signs on Highway 10, has been made and there is a City share along with the grant in the amount of $300,000.00 in work.  Upon the inquiry of Alderman Zeman, City Administrator Grabow advised that by accepting these grant funds, the City will be responsible for maintaining the property and facilities on Highway 10.  Mayor Buboltz then called the question and the motion for the adoption of the resolution carried unanimously.    

            Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk, approving the sale of land at 1110 Highway 34 East at a cost of $1,000.00 plus the City’s costs.  After discussion, a motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, to amend the motion to include that if there are assessments on the property, these would also be paid by the purchaser.  Mayor Buboltz then called the question on the amended motion and it carried unanimously.

            Pursuant to the request of property owners and upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, to instruct the City Engineer to prepare a feasibility report on proposed water and sewer at 25130 and 15857 U.S. Highway 59 South.

            Alderman Aune informed the Council that it was the Community Development Committee’s recommendation to direct City staff to research developing an Environmental Review Committee.

            Upon the recommendation of the Community Development Committee, Mayor Buboltz set a hearing on proposed sewer, water service and annexation of Richwood Road from Terry Street to Tower Road for October 3, 2006, at 5:00 P.M.  The Mayor also set a Special City Council Meeting for that date and time.

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing the City to participate in the League of Minnesota Cities’ Stormwater Coalition (MSCS) at a cost of $565.00 for the period September 1, 2006, through August 31, 2007.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Tollefson, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, introducing for its second reading and adoption Ordinance No. 296 amending Chapter 204 of the Administrative Code, by deleting Section 204.09, Sports Arena Commission.

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Hannon, who moved its adoption, authorizing a feasibility report on proposed street improvements on North Washington Avenue.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried without a dissenting vote.  The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Hannon, seconded by Alderman Heltemes introducing an ordinance for its first reading, which amends and revises the City Code Chapter 1001A.14, Subd. 9, prohibiting watercraft, aircraft and non-motorized vehicles to park or moor upon the City Beach or Beach Waters for more than 24 hours consecutively.  Alderman Heltemes, Hannon and Zeman spoke in favor of the ordinance.  Alderman Tollefson spoke against the ordinance.  After further discussion, Mayor Buboltz called the question and the motion carried.

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Imholte, who moved its adoption, opposing the Motor Vehicle Sales Tax Constitutional Amendment and urging the next Legislature and the Governor to pass comprehensive transportation funding.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Aune and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving he issuance of a one-year permit to Crystal Wang allowing her to have five  dogs at 204 Oak Grove Avenue, with the condition that if there are complaints about these dogs, her permit may be revoked.  In making this decision, The Street and Park Committee made note that Crystal Wang’s mother had a fire in her home and is living temporarily with her daughter at 204 Oak Grove with her three dogs.

            Discussion was held on the Park Board’s recommendation to only allow access to the restrooms at the Pavilion when large volume activities are taking place in the vicinity of the Pavilion.  Alderman Zeman requested that the Pavilion restrooms remain open to the public until the other City restroom remodeling is complete.  Upon Mayor Buboltz’s inquiry, Street Commissioner estimated that the remodeling will be completed by July 4, 2007, and noted that there are portable restrooms that also can be used. 

            Upon the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was reluctantly made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, accepting the resignation of Street Commissioner Roy Estes effective December 31, 2006.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Street and Park Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Imholte, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing the City Administrator to advertise for the Street Commissioner position.

 Finance Officer Louis Guzek presented the Budget Committee’s proposed budget for 2007.  Pursuant to the recommendation of the Budget Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, approving a proposed 2006 Tax Levy collectible in 2007 in the following amounts:

General Fund                                    $  1,425,002

Library Fund                                           237,144

Airport Fund                                             28,500

Equipment/Building Fund                         306,600

Development Authority Fund                     97,000

Permanent Improvement Fund                   84,000

1999 Fire Hall Bonds                                56,000

Total                                                  $2,234,246

The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.

Upon the recommendation of the Budget Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, providing for the adoption of the proposed City of Detroit Lakes Preliminary Budget for calendar year 2007 in the following amounts:

Fund                                        Budget Amount

General Fund                                $4,619,700

Special Revenue Funds                   2,037,871

Debt Service Funds                           881,826

Special Assessment Funds                 943,028

Liquor Fund                                   3,622,200

Total Budget                                $12,104,625

The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.

Pursuant to the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, setting a public hearing to hear public comment on the proposed 2006 Tax Levy and 2007 Budget at 5:00 P.M., December 12, 2006, in the Council Chambers of the City Administration Building.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Upon the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, providing for the acceptance of the assessment roll, as presented, for street and utility improvements to Clear Creek Addition, showing an assessable cost of $601,621.72 to be assessment in equal annual installments over a period of twenty years at an interest rate of seven percent per annum and for undeveloped property, 50% of the assessment shall be deferred for five years and the other 50% shall be deferred for ten years.  Upon development of the property, the assessment shall be assessable at the remaining twenty-year period at an interest rate of seven percent per annum.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried without a dissenting vote.  The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.

            Upon the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, setting a hearing for October 10, 2006 5:00 P.M. on proposed assessments for street and utility improvements for Wenner and Airport Roads.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Upon the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Hannon, and carried, without  dissenting vote, to approve the sale of temporary and permanent right-of-way to Minnesota Department of Transportation for the Highway 10 Project (City Administration and Liquor Store Property) and instruct the City Engineer to review MnDOT’s plans for the Highway 10 and Roosevelt Avenue intersection and see if anything can be done to improve the access to the Liquor Store and City Administration Building.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, not to join the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities Labor and Employee Relations Committee.

            Upon the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Brenk, who moved its adoption, adopting a policy for adjustment of storm water utility charges and amending the storm water rate to $6.09/month for the Basic System Rate effective October 1, 2006.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing the City to participate in the Blood Screening Program sponsored by the Noon Rotary Club and area health care providers the week of September 18, 2006.

            Upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Heltemes, who moved its adoption authorizing execution of a grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the Safe and Sober Communities Project.  The motion for the adoption of resolution was seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried without a dissenting vote.  Mayor Buboltz declared the resolution adopted.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Police Chief Kelvin Keena and the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Heltemes, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, appointing Ann Watson to the fulltime permanent position of Records Technician with the Police Department.

            Upon the recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a permit to the Detroit Lakes Senior High School allowing them to conduct a parade for their Homecoming on September 22, 2006.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses for the Holiday Inn allowing them to sell liquor at the Holmes Center for September 23, October 6, 7, 14 and 21, 2006.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for the Lakeside Tavern allowing them to sell liquor at the Pavilion on October 7, 2006, for a wedding.

            Upon the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license to the Sandbar II allowing them to sell liquor at the Pavilion on September 23, 2006, for the Askelson wedding.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving a gambling application submitted by the Holy Rosary Catholic Church for a raffle at the Holy Rosary Catholic Community on August 27, 2006.

            Upon the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a permit to consume alcoholic beverages for the Natalie Green Wedding at the Pavilion on September 19, 2006.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Liquor/Gambling Control Committee, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Brenk and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of an on-sale 3.2 malt liquor license for the Detroit Lakes Jaycees allowing them to sell 3.2 beer at the Pavilion on September 16, 2006, for a wedding.

            Upon the recommendation of the Mayor, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Aune and carried, without a dissenting vote, appointing Alderman Anderson to another two-year term on the Detroit Lakes Community Education/ Recreation Board effective July 1, 2006.

            Pursuant to the recommendation of the Mayor, a motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, appointing Duane Wething and Mary Stein-Husband to another three-year term on the Library Board effective September 1, 2006.

            Upon the recommendation of the Mayor, a motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Hannon and carried, without a dissenting vote, authorizing Council and staff to attend the League of Minnesota Cities Regional Meeting in Ottertail, Minnesota, on October 4, 2006.

A motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the issuance of a cigarette license, for one year, to Minute Mart, pursuant to their application and $100.00 fee.

            A motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, that the trial balance, submitted by Finance Officer Louis Guzek, showing the balance in the City treasury to be in the amount of $1,697,894.31 as of August 31, 2006, be accepted, approved and placed on file.
 

Pursuant to the recommendation of the Finance Committee, a resolution was introduced by Alderman Aune, who moved its adoption, approving the payment of claims paid by proper authorization covering the period August 9, 2006, through September 13, 2006, in the amount of $4,321,717.65.  The motion for the adoption of the resolution was seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried without a dissenting vote.  The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
 

The motion was made by Alderman Aune, seconded by Alderman Heltemes and carried, without a dissenting vote, that the County Court Report for July, 2006, Chief of Police Reports, Fire Chief’s Report, Liquor Store Manager’s Report, Animal Control Report and parking violations report be approved and placed on file.

A motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the attendance of Park Supervisor Tom Gulon to a “Best Management Practice for Parks and Recreation” at Itasca Park on October 11-12, 2006.

A motion was made by Alderman Brenk, seconded by Alderman Imholte and carried, without a dissenting vote, approving the attendance of Street Employee Lyle Sather to the “2006 National Playground Safety Inspector Course” in Fargo on October 25-27, 2006.

Mayor Buboltz appointed Alderman James Hannon to the Becker County Canvassing Board

There  being no further business to conduct, by general consent, the Mayor adjourned the meeting (6:45 P.M.)

                                                                        Respectfully submitted,

                                                                        Richard Grabow

                                                                        City Administrator