The meeting was called to order by Mayor Daniel Imdieke on Monday, June 12, 2023 at 5:00 pm. Upon roll call, the following council members were present: James Gartner, Brian Jacob, Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Travis Dockter. Absent: Dennis Morris (arrived after roll call). Also Present: Attorney Joseph Hanson, Director of Public Works Tyler Gross, Administrator/Auditor Sharon Jangula, Deputy Auditor Joy Bosch.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
A motion to approve the May 1, 2023 Meeting Minutes was made by Randall Meidinger, seconded by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
Discussion was held on the replacement of street light poles in the downtown business district and adding permanent power pedestals to better accommodate community events. Jack Dockter addressed the council regarding the project and the proposals he had submitted for materials and labor to install the poles, light fixtures and power pedestals. After discussion, a motion to move forward with the project, apply for a Rural Development Grant, fund any remaining balance from the “Prairie Dog” Fund and opt for the acrylic light fixtures was made by James Gartner, seconded by Wayne Ehley. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. The estimated project costs are $123,159.20 for twenty-three street poles and lights and $12,936.04 for two power pedestals.
A motion to approve Building Permit Applications: 23-15 Peace Lutheran Church-chip seal basement floor; 23-16 Melinda Baumgartner-remodel deck; 23-17 Larry Flegel-cement work; 23-18 Dean Lawler-install colored roof; 23-19 Blaine & Joyce Lemer-cement work; 23-20 Beryl Hood-porch repair; 23-21 Kenneth Sokoloski-build patio; 23-22 Daniel Forrest- install fence contingent on signed consent form; 23-23 Richard & Sandy Feist-cement work; 23-24 Bryan & Leslie Tschosik-replace sidewalk & windows, build retaining wall, new paver walkway; 23-25 Randall & Sandra Meidinger-replace windows; 23-26 Duane & Linda Luke-cement work; 23-27 Joey Antonini-remodel deck; 23-28 Tyler Gross-remodel house was made by Wayne Ehley, seconded by Brian Jacob. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Gaming Permit Applications: 23-03 St. Anthony Catholic Church for bingo/raffle on 9/17/23; 23-04 American Legion Dan R. Richardson Post #54 for a raffle – 7/1/23 to 6/30/24 was made by James Gartner, seconded by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Resolution 2023-06-01 Setting Auditor Bond Limit was made by Wayne Ehley, second by James Gartner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. The Auditor Bond Coverage by the North Dakota State Bonding Fund is in the amount of $1,386,804.
A motion to approve Resolution 23-06-12 Sale of City Owned Property was made by James Gartner, seconded by Brian Jacob. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. The resolution allows for the transfer of real property owned by the City and valued at more than $2,500.00, including Eighth Street Addition lots, to be made by non-exclusive listing agreements with a commission of $2,000.00 per lot.
Sharon Jangula informed the council that the LIDC is offering an incentive up to $20,000.00 towards the purchase of lots in the Eighth Street Addition on the condition a house is built within five years of the purchase date. A portion of the incentive can be used for the realtor fees.
A motion to approve Floodplain Development Permit 23-1, ND DOT – repair two bridges south of Linton on Highway 83 was made by Randall Meidinger, seconded by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
Dennis Morris arrived at this time.
A motion to approve the May 2023 Monthly Financial Report was made by James Gartner, seconded by Wayne Ehley. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve the payment of bills was made by Randall Meidinger, seconded by Wayne Ehley. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Ameritas-dental insurance $450.64; ACME Tools-bolts $3.06; BEK Communications-telephone bill $87.50; BEK Communications-telephone bill $82.50; City of Bismarck-landfill fees $4,543.70; Cyla Uibel-refund deposit $50.00; Curtis Rud Oil Company-propane $308.00; Dept. of Health, Chemistry-water testing $105.93; Dept. of Health, Microbiology-water testing $50.00; Dept. of Health, Microbiology-water testing $50.00; Dept. of Transportation–road oil $1,810.57;; Edling Electric-labor $1,622.00; Elan Financial Services-credit card payment $115.54; Emmons Co Sheriff’s Dept.-policing $3,333.33; Emmons Co Record-publishing $540.59; Faye Fiergola-refund deposit $50.00; Ferguson Waterworks-parts $5,645.21; Fireside Office Solutions-office supplies $109.92; IRS-payroll taxes $8,747.88; Jack’s Electric & Trenching-labor $75.00; KEM Electric Coop.-power bill $156.54; KEM Electric Coop.-power bill $244.26; K& H Electric-labor $1,500.00; Linton Auto Parts-labor & parts $432.20; Martin Oil-diesel $2,199.96; Michael Todd Industrial Supply-parts$1,232.69; MDU-power bill $2,881.41; ND One Call-utility locates $6.50; ND One Call-utility locates $23.40; ND Rural Water System Assoc.-membership $260.00; ND PERS-pension $5,367.35; NDPHIT-employee insurance $11,083.96; Nodak True Value-supplies $307.81; Nodak True Value-supplies $168.24; Paul Holzer-refund deposit $25.00; Patriot Fuels-unleaded $146.51; Payroll $32,697.73; Petty Cash Reimbursement- $47.93; Rose Haid-refund deposit $50.00; Quality Asphalt Inc.-patching mix $375.00; SCWD-water $5,470.40; USPS-water bills postage $114.00; USPS-water bills postage $252.96; Verizon Wireless-cellphone & iPad plan $69.03; Verizon Wireless-cellphone & iPad plan $69.03.
A motion to accept a bid from Russ Lawler in the amount of $5,000.00 to demolish the house and clear and backfill the lot located at 409 1st St. NE was made by Wayne Ehley, seconded by James Gartner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
Discussion was held on the installation of streets lights in the Eight Street Addition. Tyler Gross reported that MDU will install the poles and light fixtures and there is an option to install either five or seven poles. After discussion, a motion to approve the installation of seven street light poles and fixtures was made by Brian Jacob, seconded by James Gartner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
Discussion was held on an estimate to repair or replace the concrete steps, ramps and sidewalks at the Linton Community Center. The matter will be revisited at the next meeting.
Discussion was held on curbs which are in need of repair throughout the city. Tyler Gross also reported that the side hills next to the city shop are difficult to maintain.
The council was provided copies of the minutes of the LIDC Board of Directors Meeting on April 12, 2023; and LIDC Balance Sheet as of April 30, 2023.
The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 5:00 pm.
A motion was made by James Gartner to adjourn. Meeting adjourned.
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