The meeting was called to order by Mayor Daniel Imdieke on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Upon roll call, the following council members were present: Jon Ptacek, Shelly Hauge, Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Dennis Morris, Travis Dockter. Also present: City Attorney Joe Hanson, City Administrator Sharon Jangula, Director of Public Works Virgil Hulm,
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Scott Schmidt addressed the council regarding the sidewalk on his property at 601 East Maple Avenue. Mr. Schmidt said they are in the process of landscaping and would like to remove the sidewalk. He said the sidewalk does not get used as there is not a sidewalk on either side of his sidewalk, and should someone install a sidewalk adjoining his property in the future, he would build a sidewalk at that time. During discussion it was noted that the city ordinance requires that any sidewalk removed along a boulevard must be replaced. A motion to approve the request to remove the sidewalk, with the stipulation that a sidewalk must be built if a sidewalk is built on an adjoining property in the future was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Wayne Ehley. Voting aye-Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Travis Dockter; Voting nay-Jon Ptacek, Shelly Hauge, Dennis Morris, Daniel Imdieke. Motion failed 3-4. Mayor Imdieke voted to break the tie.
Myckea Gross addressed the council regarding Building Permit Application 21-51 to build a fence in her backyard using t-posts and rolled wire. The council had previously denied the permit due to the use of t-posts. Ms. Gross said that the majority of the fence will be hidden by trees and will not be visible from the street. After discussion, a motion to approve the permit as presented was made by Wayne Ehley, second by Shelly Hauge. Voting aye – Jon Ptacek, Shelly Hauge, Wayne Ehley, Travis Dockter; Voting nay – Randall Meidinger, Dennis Morris. Motion carried 4-2.
A motion to approve the August 2, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes was made by Travis Dockter, second by Dennis Morris. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Building Permit Applications 21-59 Sierra Kelsch-house demolition; 21-60 Sierra Kelsch-house demolition; 21-61 Vic Schumacher-cement work; 21-62 Tyler Jacob-detached garage; 21-63 Cletus Schmidt-windows; 21-65 Gary Hager-cement work; 21-66 Tony & Elsie Holzer-remodel house was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Wayne Ehley. Voting aye-Shelly Hauge, Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Dennis Morris, Travis Dockter. Voting nay – Jon Ptacek. Motion carried 5-1.
Discussion was had on Building Permit Application 21-64 Francis & Marilyn Lawler–room addition. During discussion it was noted the property is located within the floodway and further documentation will be required. A motion to table consideration of the application until all required documentation is received was made by Jon Ptacek, second by Wayne Ehley. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve the August 2021 Financial Statements was made by Travis Dockter, second by Jon Ptacek. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Wagner Construction Inc Pay Estimate 5 for the Eighth St. Addition in the amount of $12,559.00 was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Jon Ptacek. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve the payments was made by Shelly Hauge, second by Dennis Morris. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Ameritas $549.94; Ameritas $566.72; Auto Value Parts Store $4.49; BEK Communications $62.45; BEK Communications $57.06; BEK Communications $239.18; Cardmember Service $322.21; BCBS $8,559.70; BCBS $9,967.40; City of Bismarck $3,284.35; Emmons Co Sheriff’s Dept. $3,333.33; Emmons Co Record $114.70; Farmers Union Insurance $3,780.00; Fireside Office Solutions $35.45; IRS $4,270.30; Joseph Hanson $375.00; Keith’s Service & Repair $10.20; KEM Electric Cooperative $100.04; KEM Electric Cooperative $100.56; Linton Auto Parts $6.99; Martin Oil $1,588.08; MDU $2,663.20; Midwest Maintenance & Construction $11,000.00; Michael Todd & Co $101.48; ND One Call $3.80; ND Health-Microbiology $32.00; ND Health-Microbiology $32.00; Nodak True Value $131.09; Nodak True Value $256.45; ND PERS $3,147.71; Patriot Fuels $248.27; Patriot Fuels $164.12; Payroll $16,534.32; Petty Cash Reimbursement $164.77; Plains Mobile Inc $750.00; RDO Equipment Co $1,705.21; R&K Equipment Inc $90.44; Sayler Implement Inc $124.81; Sayler Implement Inc $432.45; South Central Regional Water $20,607.50; USPS $199.44; Verizon Wireless $24.95, Wells Fargo Corp Trust Service $750.00.
Discussion was held on the excessive amount of stormwater which flows down the hill on Hickory Avenue and onto the Grenz Law Office property causing damage to the building. Mayor Imdieke said that he met with Mr. Grenz to discuss the problem and potential solutions. He said one of the solutions discussed was raising the sidewalk, cementing and sloping the boulevard and installing a larger drainage grate in the curb and gutter. The estimated cost would be $11,078 and would be cost-shared between the city and Mr. Grenz. The estimated cost to the city would be $7,739.00. A motion to move forward with the project was made by Dennis Morris, second by Travis Dockter. Voting aye – Jon Ptacek, Shelly Hauge, Wayne Ehley, Dennis Morris, Travis Dockter; voting nay – Randall Meidinger. Motion carried 5-1.
Sharon Jangula informed the council the city will receive ARPA Grant Funds in the amount of $153,554.21, with half the grant being received in 2021 and the other half in 2022. The money must be obligated by December 31, 2024 and must be used by December 31, 2026. She said there are restrictions on what types of projects the money can be used for. Stormwater projects such as the drainage problem near the Grenz Law Office may qualify as an approved expense. Mayor Imdieke said the city could possibly use the money to look at potential solutions for other Main Street areas and businesses which tend to experience problems with excessive stormwater during heavy rainfall.
Sharon Jangula informed the council that the Chamber of Commerce has requested the street be blocked off from the Maple Avenue alley to Broadway St. for the Chili Cook-Off on October 9, 2021. A motion to approve the request was made Jon Ptacek, second by Randall Meidinger. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
The minutes of the LIDC July 22, 2021 meeting and the LIDC Balance Sheet as of July 31, 2021 were reviewed.
The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, October 4, 2021 at 5:00 pm with the 2022 Budget Public Hearing at 5:30 pm.
A motion to adjourn was made by Shelly Hauge. Meeting adjourned.
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