Mayor Terry Sundby called to order the Argyle Council meeting on September 3, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Argyle Council Chambers. Present were Terry Sundby, Aaron Rivard, Tony Deschene, and David Gunderson. Absent was Penni Anderson. Michael Pagnac and Tamara Benitt were also in attendance. Motion by Aaron Rivard, seconded by David Gunderson, to approve the previous minutes.
Lead and Copper Report was submitted to the State. Argyle is hosting a wastewater training through MRWA. A 6″ water main will be installed in the Bradford Addition housing expansion for future expansion. There has been progress on the secondary well project as we are still waiting for the well installation.
The Lincoln Avenue project was discussed. We were selected for an Implementation Stormwater Resilience grant from MPCA in the amount of $1,845,129.40. This is in addition to the Local Road Improvement Program amount of $1,500,000. An extension was granted due to the upcoming project for the repairs needing to be made to the storm sewer drain on the corner of Lincoln Avenue until 7/1/26. This is through the FEMA Flood/Heavy Rain Disaster grant.
Penni Anderson arrived at the meeting.
Motion by Penni Anderson, seconded by Aaron Rivard, to approve Resolution 16-2024, City of Argyle Financial Guaranty REDLG loan for City Business Incubator Project. Motion carried.
Motion by Tony Deschene, seconded by Aaron Rivard, to reroute the Food Truck to park on Third Street and have a 50-amp breaker installed on the Third Street light pole. Motion carried. The Council decided to hold off on the drainage project at Thissel Park.
Motion by Tony Deschene, seconded by Aaron Rivard, to approve the following resolutions: Resolution 17-2024 – Approve Proposed Property Tax Levy, Resolution 18-2024 – Approve Preliminary 2025 Budget, and Resolution 19-2024 – Approve the Argyle Fire Department 2025 Preliminary Budget. Motion carried.
There have been no applications received for the Superintendent position. We will continue to advertise with the hourly rate changing from $34.00-$37.00. Applications can be picked up at the City Office.
Building Permits: Janet LaBine – replacement of windows; Debbie Rynda – replace 2 storm doors; Philip Grandstrand (Brian Doll) – construct a disability ramp; Gornowicz Construction (Marlene Horgen) – new windows; Gornowicz Construction (Jeremy Sundby) – shingle, replace basement windows, and doors; Tim Urbaniak – replace old windows. Motion by Penni Anderson, seconded by Tony Deschene, to approve the building permits. Motion carried.
Motion by Penni Anderson, second by Aaron Rivard, to replace Bob Clausen and Vicki Tulibaski with Terry Sundby and Tamara Benitt as the Safety Box holders at United Valley Bank. Motion carried.
Motion by Penni Anderson, seconded by Aaron Rivard, to approve the quote from Spruce Valley to load, haul, and dispose of the existing concrete and asphalt piles at both compost sites. Motion carried.
Motion by Tony Deschene, second by David Gunderson, to approve the Community Water Supply Service Connection Fee of $9.72 to be billed on the October bill to all water users and paid to the State of Minnesota. Motion carried.
The Council reviewed an Environmental Health and Safety summary report prepared by Ron Ruud.
The Cold Weather Rule goes into effect October 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Motion by Aaron Rivard, second by David Gunderson, to approve the bills presented for payment, the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, delinquent accounts and vacation & sick leave. Motion carried.
Being no further business, motion by Tony Deschene, second by David Gunderson, to adjourn. Motion carried.
Waste Management recycling tote pickup will be on October 16, 2024.
City Shop & City Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am – 4:30pm & Friday 7:00am – 11:00am.
Utility Payments can be made with a credit card or stop by the City Office to sign up for ACH (automatic withdrawal).
***INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PARK BOARD MEMBER***
Currently looking for 3 interested residents to become a member of the Park Board. Please contact the City Office if you are interested.
FOR SALE:
SAND – $5.00/yard local and $10.00/yard non-local
Black Dirt /Clay – $10.00/yard
BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOADING AND HAULING
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