August 2, 2021

The Council had an employee performance review with Trevor Hoeper.

Vice Mayor David Gunderson called to order the Council meeting on August 2, 2021 at 7:00 PM in the Argyle City Office. Present were Tony Deschene, Aaron Rivard, David Sorenson, and David Gunderson. Absent was Terry Sundby. Also in attendance was Trevor Hoeper, Mark Hendrickson, Jon LaBine, Dennis Rousseau, and Tamara Benitt. Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the minutes of the previous meetings. Motion carried.

On a motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to accept the land description for the overall 32.85 acres and purchase the land from Brian Anderson. Jon LaBine is inquiring about purchasing some of this property once the City owns it.

Scott Winge of Northern Sanitation came before the Council to discuss the City wide Clean-up day on August 18, 2021.

Dennis Rouseau shared some of his concerns with the Council.

Motion by Tony Deschene, second by David Sorenson, to approve the Maintenance Report. Motion carried.

The Council wants Tamara to send out letters to residents that have diseased trees on their property stating that the homeowner is responsible for taking down the tree, if they don’t the City will hire someone at the homeowner’s expense.

Kaizen Archietechutural Group will be asked for an estimate on providing a feasibility study on the fire hall.

The Council discussed ways to spend the American Rescue Plan Act money they received.

The Council reviewed an estimate from Misselhorn Tiling & Excavation on work to Lincoln Avenue. After some discussion, the Council wants to table Lincoln Avenue repairs.

On a motion by David Sorenson, second by Tony Deschene, Resolution 14-2021, Establishing watering use restrictions was adopted. Motion carried.

Motion by Tony Deschene, second by Aaron Rivard to approve the Mayor and Clerk to sign all documents needed to enter into online business banking at United Valley Bank.

Motion by David Sorenson, second by Tony Deschene, to adopt Resolution 13-2021, Approve Signature Updates on Bank Signature Cards. Motion carried.

The Council was asked to find a location for the two benches that are being donated by the Class of 1970 and 1971. The Council decided Pedestrian Park would be a great location.

The City Shop and City Office both need some upgrades. The City Shop’s overhead door needs safety eyes installed. The City Office needs heavier duty walk-in doors, window installed where air conditioner was, and new window installed in Clerk’s office. The Council also decided to install security lights in the Community Center. Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to approve the new City Office and City Shop upgrades. Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson to approve the Argyle Fire Department cashing out CD#62085 and depositing the amount $31,247.87 to Argyle Fire Relief Association general account. They will reinvest the money elsewhere as interest rates are higher.

An appreciation meal for Bob Clausen will be at Kurz Park shelter on Thursday, August 26th at 6:00 PM. Tamara will order the food and send invite to Messenger. David Gunderson will prepare a short program.

On a motion by David Sorenson, second by Tony Deschene, the following building permits were approved: Terry Sundby-new siding and SAC-install new playground. Motion carried.

Motion by Tony Deschene, second by David Sorenson, to acknowledge and approve excluded bingo activity for St. Rose Church during their bazaar on October 24, 2021, at the Community Center. Motion carried.

Council was informed a LGA payment and a Small City Assistance Program payment was received.

Karen Gunderson will search for Art work grants available. David Gunderson mentioned the DNR has a grant for bike/walk trail.

The City purchased an air compressor. Motion by Tony Deschene, second by Aaron Rivard to remove the air compressor from the rental schedule. Motion carried.

The Council wants the City Crew to search for a 100-150 horsepower tractor.

Aaron Rivard will contact Ross at Rivard’s Turf & Forage to check what other products are available for dust control besides Calcium Chloride.

The Council reviewed the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Delinquint Accounts, account balances and the bills presented for payment. Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by Tony Deschene, to approve the bills presented for payment. Motion carried.

Being no further businesses, motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to adjourn, Motion carried.

July 12, 2021

The Council interviewed for the Deputy Clerk position. Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to hire Karen Gunderson as the Deputy Clerk. Aye: Sundby, Rivard, Sorenson Absent: Deschene Abstain: Gunderson

Mayor Terry Sundby called to order the Council meeting on July 12, 2021, at 7:00 PM in the Argyle City Office. Present were Mayor Sundby, David Sorenson, David Gunderson, and Aaron Rivard. Absent was Tony Deschene. Also in attendance were Tony Safranski and Tamara Benitt. Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Motion carried.

The Council reviewed the written report from Moore Engineering. Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to cancel the contract with Moore Engineering only if Marshall & Polk Rural Water will assist with the financial side of project as well. Motion carried.

The Council reviewed the written Maintenance Report. Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the Maintenance Report. Motion carried.

On a motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to accept the agreement between The City of Argyle and Marshall & Polk Rural Water for providing water services and approve the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement. Motion carried.

The Council received a reply from the DNR on the dam permit request. The Council feels this issue will be dropped at this time.

On a motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, the Council rescinded Resolution 12-2020. The City of Argyle no longer needs emergency powers operate effectively and efficiently. The late fees will be reinstated on utility bills.

Tony Safranski will be putting together a list of Dutch Elm trees that are diseased for the August meeting.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson to purchase the property inside the dike from Brian Anderson for $4,250.00/acre. Motion carried.

Motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard to accept the A.R.E.D.A. proposal for city wide clean-up day. Motion carried.

Motion by David Sorenson, second by David Gunderson to approve Argyle Builders Supply from A.R.E.A.D.A

The Council will table the Argyle Fire Station Feasibility Study until the August meeting.

The City of Argyle locked in gas prices with Constellation Energy until October 2031.

The Council would like to put together an appreciation supper and program for all the volunteering done by Robert Clausen. The event will take place at the Kurz Park Shelter on Thursday, August 26th.

With all the City projects coming up, the Council okayed to not sell any more of the clay from the City’s stockpile.

Argyle Area Community Foundation awarded their grants: Christmas Decorations – $2,000, Baseball Field Improvements – $2,000, Garden Club projects – $1,ooo, Hanging flower baskets – $1,400 Legion Youth Baseball Program – $1,500 Summer Recreation – $500, John Kurz Park – grass seed – $1,000, and Fire Department – $1,500.

MPCA has contacted CHS, Inc. as they have found contamination at the Bulk site, 500 Washington Avenue. MPCA informed the City because they are reopening a 12/18/09 petroleum case.

Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard to not offer ServLine Leak Protection Program.

Motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, to not donate to the Marshall County Fair.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Gunderson, to appoint Tamara Benitt to the Marshall County Affordable Housing Loan Pool committee.

Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard to approve the following building permits: Wade Danielson – garage roof repair & shingles; Dillon Erickson – fence; Adolfo Rodriquez – car port.

Due to health conditions, the City received a letter of resignation from Tom Tulibaski.

The City Council questioned the progress on the Arturo Martinez Jr’s property.

The Council reviewed the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Delinquent Accounts, account balances, and the bills presented for payment. Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the bills presented for payment. Motion carried.

The Council will be looking into alternative products instead of Calcium Chloride for next year.

Being no further businesses, motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to adjourn. Motion carried.

OPEN HOUSE APPRECIATION

FOR ROBERT CLAUSEN

KURZ PARK SHELTER

THURSDAY, AUGUST 26th

5:00 PM

June 7, 2021

Mayor Terry Sundby called to order the council meeting on June 7, 2021, at 7:00 PM in the Argyle City Office. Present were Mayor Sundby, Anthony Deschene, David Sorenson, David Gunderson, and Aaron Rivard. Also in attendance were Tony Safranski and Vicki Tulibaski. Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Motion carried.

The council reviewed the written report from Moore Engineering. The council is waiting for a revised agreement from Marshall & Polk Rural Water.

No further information on the fire hall land was received from the Fire Department. The Council was reminded of a meeting on Tuesday with Widseth regarding the fire hall.

The Council reviewed the written Maintenance Report. Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to change Friday Summer Hours for all employees to 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Motion carried. Motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, to approve the Maintenance Report. Motion carried.

Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the Temporary Community Festival Liquor Licenses for the Argyle American Legion and The Dell Steakhouse & Lounge LLC on June 26, 2021 by resolution. Carried.

The Council reviewed a proposal from Ron Ruud of Northwest Service Cooperative regarding setting up  an internet data base of chemicals and doing a chemical inventory. Motion David Gunderson, second by Anthony Deschene, to not have Northwest Service Cooperative do an internet data base of chemical and chemical inventory. Motion carried.

On a motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, the Council approve a resolution to accept the coronavirus local fiscal recovery fund established under the American Rescue Plan Act. Carried.

On a motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, the Council approved by resolution donations made to the Argyle Fire Department since December 1, 2020 by individuals, businesses, and area local governments for the sole purpose of the Argyle Fire Department. Carried. On a motion by David Sorenson, second by David Gunderson, the Council approved by resolution donations made to the City of Argyle since December 1, 2020 by individuals, businesses, and the area local governments to be used only for the City of Argyle. Carried.

Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by David Sorenson, to approve the building permits of Duane Pagnac, floating slab and Amie Bergeron, windows & siding. Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Gunderson, to approve members of the Community Club as volunteers of the City of Argyle for Meet Your Neighbor Day. Motion carried. Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the Community Club to have the Nickle Scramble and Bouncy Houses on the city lot located at 110 West 5th Street for Meet Your Neighbor Day. Motion carried.

Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by David Sorenson, to approve hiring Logan Nordine for the youth summer position. Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Gunderson, to change the date of the July Council meeting. Motion carried. Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard to change the date to July 12th. Motion carried.

Motion by David Sorenson, second by David Gunderson, to approve a lease with Yu-Tyme Wellness Studio for $1/year June 1, 2021, to May 31, 2022 for use of a portion of the community center for HIIT Classes. Motion carried.

Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by David Sorenson, to apply for a permit to increase the elevation of the rock weir. Motion carried.

Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to raise the charge for a recycling tote to $2.40. The city pays half and the customer half. Motion carried.

The Council reviewed the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Delinquent Accounts, account balances and the bills presented for payment. Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the bills presented for payment. Motion carried.

Motion by Anthony Deschene, to accept Dawn LaBine’s offer to stain/varnish the benches outside the Argyle Mall and have her charge the needed supplies to the City of Argyle. Motion carried.

Porky Rousseau approached Terry to have the sign with the Mall businesses listed on by the Pedestrian Park moved back 10 feet to the west. No action taken by the Council.

Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by David Gunderson, to accept Vicki’s resignation effective July 7, 2021 due to her retirement after 32 years with the City of Argyle and advertise for the City Clerk position with applications to close in two weeks. Motion carried.

Being no further businesses, motion by Anthony Deschene, second by David Gunderson, to adjourn. Motion carried.

OPEN HOUSE RETIREMENT

COFFEE & CAKE

FOR VICKI TULIBASKI

JULY 7th 9:30-11:30 AM

ARGYLE COMMUNITY CENTER

May 3, 2021 – DRAFT

Mayor Terry Sundby opened the Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting on May 3, 2021 at 6:00pm at the Argyle City Office via conference call.  Council members present were Mayor Sundby, David Sorenson, Aaron Rivard, and Anthony Deschene.  Absent was David Gunderson.  Attending from the Assessor’s Office via phone were Russ Steer and Allison Grzadzieleski.  Also in attendance were Ed St. Germain and Vicki Tulibaski.

Ed St. Germain came to appeal his home valuation.  Allison explained that his home went up from a grade 6 to a grade 7.  Russ stated that the Council could adjust on location factor basis.  David Gunderson arrived at the meeting.  After some discussion, motion by Anthony Deschene, second by David Sorenson, to drop the valuation on Ed St. Germain’s house 5%.  Motion carried.  Russ stated that Ed can go to the County and appeal the valuation and voice his concerns.  Allison reviewed the new construction sheet, the homestead changes, and the overbuilt factor sheets with the Council.  There were no questions.  She also explained the Vet Exclusion Program, the Blind/Disabled Application, and the Homestead Special Ag Program.  Council members were informed that the field cards are available online.  Being no further questions, Russ & Allison thanked the Council and Mayor Sundby closed the meeting.

Mayor Terry Sundby called to order the May 3, 2021 Argyle City Council meeting at 7:00pm.  Present were Mayor Sundby, David Sorenson, Aaron Rivard, Anthony Deschene, and David Gunderson.  Also in attendance were Tony Safranski and Vicki Tulibaski.  Motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the minutes of the previous meeting.  Motion carried.

The Council reviewed the written update from Moore Engineering.  No action taken.

Anthony Deschene informed the Council that KLJ has all the elevation shots of the city’s system.  The Council then discussed internal drainage option.  No action taken.

Jason Hillman, Jerry Pribula, Paul Bergeron, Dan Driscol and Mike Kowalski representing Marshall & Polk Rural Water then arrived at the Council meeting.  They discussed the upcoming water project.  The project has been delayed as Rural Water is unable to get pipe at this time.  Jerry recommended to bid the project later winter or early spring.  The Council reviewed the Rural Water Agreement, and several changes were made.  The city will be able to bond through Rural Water.  Jason will take the agreement back to his board with the changes and then get it back to Argyle for approval at the next Council meeting.  They then left the meeting.

Nevin Lubarski arrived at the Council meeting.  He handed out the Stephen-Argyle Central Summer SACC Childcare & Activities 2021 booklet.  He explained the 21st Century Grant and asked if their baseball program could partner on Tuesdays and Thursdays for skills.  The people SACC hired through the grant would help out with Summer Rec practices teaching skills on Tuesdays & Thursdays and the Summer Rec coaches can take Summer Rec participants to the games Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.  Nevin then left the meeting.  After some discussion, motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, to partner with SACC 21st Century Grant for baseball as long as they coordinate with our times and get the information out to the parents, so everyone knows what’s going on and add teeny ball.  Motion carried.  Only paying Summer Rec participants receive shirts.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson to approve the proposal from McGlynn fence for replacement of the remaining fence at the ballfield.  Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to accept the bid of NPL for the gas valve replacement.  Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by Anthony Deschene, to approve having the frost boil fixed on the west side of the fire hall.  Motion carried.  Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to approve the Maintenance Report.  Motion carried.

Motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, to approve the building permits of Joe Eyni, replace roof; Aurelia Kujawa, exterior doors; Nevin Lubarski, back door; Lisa & Mark Larson, house & garage flooring; Kevin Crummy, windows.  Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by Anthony Deschene, to approve Summer Hours of Monday to Thursday from 7:00AM to 4:30PM and Friday 8:00AM – Noon.  Motion carried.

On a motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, the Council approved by resolution the benefit for years of service on the Argyle Fire Department at $900.00 a year.  Motion carried.

The Council then reviewed the Profit & Loss, balance sheet, Delinquent Accounts, Account balances and the bills presented for payment.  Motion by Anthony Deschene, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the bills presented for payment.  Motion carried.

Being no further business, motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to adjourn.  Motion carried.

***2021 Pet Licenses can by purchased at the City Office for $5.00.  ALL cats and dogs must be licensed.
***2021 Permits for golf carts & ATV’s & UTV’s can be purchased at the City Office for $5.00.  ALL need to be licensed.
***Please don’t blow grass into street.
***Waste Management recycling tote pickup will be on June 16th.  Please have your totes to the curb 3 feet away from anything by 7:00AM.
***Call before you dig….It’s the Law!  Call 811

April 5, 2021 DRAFT

Mayor Terry Sundby called to order the April 5, 2021 Argyle City Council meeting at 7:00PM in the Argyle City Office.  Present were Mayor Sundby, David Sorenson, Anthony Deschene, Aaron Rivard, and David Gunderson.  Also in attendance were Tony Safranski and Vicki Tulibaski.  Motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to approve the minutes of the previous meeting.  Motion carried.

Anthony Deschene representing the AFD updated the Council on the new fire hall location.  The AFD would like to have the city purchase 5 acres from Brian Anderson.  Brian Opsahl arrived at the meeting.

Brian Ospahl of Brady Martz handed out copies of the audit to the Council. He stated that the audit process went smooth as usual.  Andrew Aakre arrived at the meeting.  Brian then reviewed the audit report with the Council.  Anthony Deschene left the meeting.  No questions from the Council.  Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to approve the audit.  Motion carried.  Brian then left the meeting.

Andrew Aakre of Moore Engineering reviewed the spreadsheet he made comparing Rural Water to the City System Upgrades C. David Gunderson then explained to the Council another way to look at the cost comparison that he calculated out.  Andrew stated that no grant dollars are reflected in the figures.  Andrew would recommend doing the cast iron replacement with the water project; however, it is a Council decision.  Andrew stated the Council needs to make a decision and let him know.  He will then finish up the environmental report.  Andrew then left the meeting.

The Mayor requested the Council to prioritize the following projects: Water projects, Fire Hall, and Lincoln Avenue.  The Council then discussed the water project and the need to decide which way they are going.  Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to go with Marshall Polk Rural Water pending a guaranteed 40-year contract at $8.50/1,000 gallons and to coordinate with them to set up a public hearing with their engineer at the meeting.  AYE: Gunderson, Rivard, Sorenson, Sundby ABSENT: Deschene Motion carried.

Motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to hire Michael Jacobson for the Summer Rec Director/Head Coach position with a $.50 raise from last year’s pay and Joshua Pietruszewski for assistant coach at $10.00/hour.  Motion carried.  Motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to hire Dale Clausen and Tom Tulibaski for part time mowing (as neither want to work every day) with a $.50 raise from last year’s pay.  Motion carried.

David Sorenson asked to move back to prioritize projects as no decision was made.  Motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, to list the priority of the projects in the following order: 1.) Water Project, 2.)Lincoln Avenue, 3.) Fire Hall. AYE: Gunderson, Rivard, Sorenson, Sundby, ABSENT: Deschene. Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Gunderson, to approve the written Maintenance Report.  Motion carried.

The Mayor informed the Council that Misselhorn Excavating is going to remove trees on his lot behind his shop.  Motion by David Sorenson, second by Aaron Rivard, to have Misselhorn Excavating remove the trees on the city lot when he is there.  The city crew will haul the trees on the city lot away and clean up the lot.  Motion carried.

Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Sorenson, to put the USDA water/sewer reserves into CDs and add to them yearly from the savings account.  Motion carried.

The Council then reviewed a notice from Marshall County for Dust Control.  After some discussion, motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to contract with Marshall County for dust control same as in the past with the addition of the alley in front of LaBine Electric.  Motion carried.

The Council reviewed the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Delinquent Account, Account balances and the bills presented for payment.  Motion by David Gunderson, second by David Sorenson, to approve the bills presented for payment.  Motion carried.

Being no further business, motion by David Gunderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to adjourn.  Motion carried.