The meeting was called to order by Mayor Daniel Imdieke on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 5:00 pm. Upon roll call, the following council members were present: James Gartner, Brian Jacob, Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Travis Dockter, Dennis Morris. 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 August 7, 2023 Meeting Minutes was made by Wayne Ehley, seconded by Brian Jacob. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
AJ Tuck, Moore Engineering, addressed the council regarding the city-wide chip seal project which was discussed at the April 3, 2023 council meeting. He presented a proposal to provide Preliminary Engineering and Design Engineering services for the project. Design Engineering-$54,000; Bidding & Negotiation-$11,000; Hourly Estimated Items: Studies & Reports-$17,000; Additional Services for ADA Ramps as needed-$20,000; Funding Assistance-$4,000.
The timeline outlined in the proposal showed the engineer’s report and initial cost estimate would be completed by October 27, 2023 with a public input meeting held in November of 2023. Bidding of the project would be held in February of March of 2024.
After discussion, a motion to accept the proposal was made by Brian Jacob, seconded by Wayne Ehley. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
Ty Thompson addressed the council regarding a wooden structure he installed on his property. The city had sent a letter to Mr. Thompson stating the structure may not be in compliance with city ordinances. When addressing the council, Mr. Thompson asked what he would need to do to bring it into compliance. During discussion it was noted the structure (an archway type fence bordering the sidewalk leading to his house) is built abutting the boulevard sidewalk which can create a safety hazard. The fence ordinance requires a fence to be placed four feet from the sidewalk, and in the front yard, a fence cannot be higher than three feet. After discussion, a motion to allow the structure to be placed one foot from the sidewalk was made by Wayne Ehley, seconded by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Further discussion took place on the height of the structure. A motion to allow the structure to be four feet high was made by Wayne Ehley; the motion died for lack of a second.
John Ibach addressed the council requesting the council’s consideration to sell him Parcel 52-0001-00045-00. After discussion, a motion approving the sale of City Parcel 52-0001-00045-00 for the original 14-1 special assessment cost of $1,152.10 with Mr. Ibach incurring all legal and filing fees was made by Brian Jacob, seconded by Randall Meidinger. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Building Permit Applications: 23-38 Anton Baumgartner-cement sidewalk; 23-39 Chris Backhaus-new construction (house & garage); 23-40 Rita Widner-re-shingle porch roof; 23-41 Terry & Corinna Huber-bathroom remodel; 23-42 Miles of Smiles-house remodel; 23-43 Bryan & Leslie Tschosik-install gazebo & pavers, repair porch ceiling was made by James Gartner, seconded by Brian Jacob. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve the Temporary Liquor License Transfer of the Green Lantern to McCrory Parking Lot for the Chamber of Commerce Chili Cook-Off on October 14, 2023 was made by James Gartner, seconded by Brian Jacob. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Garming Permit Applications: 23-05 Grad Finale-raffle, 9/12/2023 – 2/8/2024;
23-06 Voices for Lake Oahe-raffle, 5/4/2024 was made by Wayne Ehley, seconded by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve Liquor License Application for Sprinkles & Grace LLC, located at 111 S Broadway St, 02/01/24 – 12/31/24 was made by James Gartner, seconded by Randall Meidinger. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve the August 2023 Monthly Financial Report was made by Travis Dockter, seconded by James Gartner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to approve the payment of bills was made by Randall Meidinger, seconded by Brian Jacob. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Ameritas-dental insurance $450.64; Arrowmark, LLC-maintenance on water tower, lift station & siren system $1,782.93; Bank of North Dakota-infrastructure loan payment $55,056.70; BEK Communications-telephone bill $82.93; City of Bismarck-landfill fees $3,818.43; Dept. of Health, Microbiology-water testing $50.00; Emmons Co Sheriff’s Dept.-policing $3,333.33; Fireside Office Solutions-office supplies $117.75; Humann Heating & Air-labor $386.00; IRS-payroll taxes $4,899.23; Jessica Fandrich-refund deposit $25.00; Joseph Hanson-legal fees $1,220.00; Linton Auto Parts-tool box & supplies $1,248.47; Luke Mosset Welding-labor $900.00; Matt or Becky Leier-refund deposit $150.00; Martin Oil-diesel $2,152.52; Michael Todd Industrial Supply- spray paint $624,95; MDU-power bill $3,033.57; ND PERS-pension $3,578.24; NDPHIT-employee insurance $11,083.96; Nodak True Value-supplies & parts $192.31; Patriot Fuels-unleaded $349.29; Payroll $19,000.88; Petty Cash-reimbursement $60.40; Russ Lawler Construction-labor $2,260.00; RDO Equipment Co-parts $31.49; Roll-On Tire Center-labor $150.00; Sayler Implement- parts $1,008.53; SCWD-water $15,028.00; USDA Rural Development-water project loan payment $27,720.87; USPS-water bills postage $268.77; Verizon Wireless-cellphone & iPad plan $69.03.
Brian Jacob reported that there have been reports of potential Dutch Elm Disease and fireblight in some trees. Assistance will be requested from the State Forest Service to determine the course of action needed regarding the trees.
Randall Meidinger reported that two members of the Linton Airport Authority met with representatives of the FAA and State Aeronautics Commission to discuss the airport’s Capital Improvement Plan and other airport matters.
Wayne Ehley reported three air conditioning units in the Community Center were no longer functional. It is believed that the units were damaged during a recent power surge. The units are approximately 16 years old and have reached their life expectancy; repairing the units would require replacing the circuit board and motor. After discussion, a motion to replace the units and accept a proposal from Prairie Heating and Air, Inc. to furnish and install three ductless heat pump systems with surge protectors in the amount of $10,361.82 was made by Brian Jacob, seconded by Randall Meidinger. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
Wayne Ehley indicated the Cemetery Committee will work on drafting a document combining all guidelines and requirements for use of the Linton Cemetery.
Sharon Jangula informed the council the Chamber of Commerce will block off the street from the Maple Avenue Alley east to Broadway St. for the Chili Cook-Off on October 14, 2023; information is being gathered for the committee working on the potential purchase of the Our Club Hall; and the Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Liven Up Linton-Residential program. The program provides incentives for exterior painting of residential buildings and minor yard work projects.
Tyler Gross said the portion of railroad track which remains in Aspen, Sampson and Maple Avenues should be removed during the chip seal project. City equipment can hook the end of the iron where it has been cut.
Minutes of the LIDC July 12, 2023 meeting & July 31, 2023 Balance Sheet were provided to the council.
The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, October 2, 2023 at 5:00 pm with the 2024 Final Budget Hearing being held at 5:30 pm.
A motion was made by James Gartner to adjourn. Meeting adjourned.
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