| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …I. DEPARTMENT HEAD UPDATES 1. Todd Kieffer – EDA Report 2. Wayne Ehrich – Public Works and Fire Dept. 3. Jeff Sjoblom – Police Chief 4. Randy Eggert – KMU 5. Other Summary Report Kenyon EDA Council Report_09.08.2026.pdf 1 VIII. ADMINISTRATOR UPDAT… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …I. DEPARTMENT HEAD UPDATES A. Todd Kieffer – EDA Report B. Wayne Ehrich – Public Works and Fire Dept. C. Jeff Sjoblom – Police Chief D. Randy Eggert – KMU E. Other VIII. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE A. Kenyon Market B. Police Department Staffing Update C.… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …MENT HEAD UPDATES SUBJECT: 1. Todd Kieffer – EDA Report 2. Wayne Ehrich – Public Works and Fire Dept. 3. Jeff Sjoblom – Police Chief 4. Randy Eggert – KMU 5. Other SUGGESTED ACTION: FYI ATTACHMENTS: Kenyon EDA Council Report_09.08.2026.pdf 14 Keny… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Heather Dewitz, Police Chief Sjoblom, Stephanie Brezina, Chad Caron, Billy Dyrdahl, Pete Wagner, Dan Wagner Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz, Kristi Trisko The meeting opened w… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …t: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Officer Dan England, Heather Dewitz, Police Chief Sjoblom, Doug Henke, Parker Burdorf, John Lee, Josh Johnson, Randy Eggert, Anna Kelly Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz The meeting opened with the… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …that the KMU checking account was officially closed last week. Police Department Staffing Update Police Chief Sjoblom stated that the potential full-time police officer is still going through the background check. Mitch has passed his background c… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …Scott Riggs, Officer Armani Tucker, Josh Johnson, Aaron Meyer, Sue Dodds, Heather Dewitz, Rachel Goven, Jeff Sjoblom The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT Aaron Meyer, who lives at 322 Red Wing Avenue stated that the n… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom Mayor Kirchmann called the special meeting to order at 6:03 pm. Consider Adoption of the TIF Resolution for the Rebound Project A… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …ary Bailey Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, and Police Chief Sjoblom The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann at 6:08 pm. Discuss Preliminary Consideration of Allegations Against an Employ… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom Mayor Kirchmann called the special meeting to order at 6:03 pm. Consider Adoption of the TIF Resolution for the Rebound Project A… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …ary Bailey Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, and Police Chief Sjoblom The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann at 6:08 pm. Discuss Preliminary Consideration of Allegations Against an Employ… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …gren, Justin Mogren, Terry Campbell, Jim Gould, Tyler Eggert, Police Officer Armani Tucker, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Lynn Miller, Ricky Koester, Deanna Walker The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT Jim Gould, who lives… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …:30 p.m. City Council Meeting: Tuesday, December 9 @ 7 p.m. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Council Member Sjoblom thanked the fire department for their work at the recent barn fire and the police department for working shorthanded. He also tha… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …t: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Wayne Ehrich, Matt Bartel, Jeff Sjoblom The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …ates for the municipal liquor store expansion. Motion carried 4-0-0. Police Department Gun Range Police Chief Sjoblom informed the council of the gun range training site he is looking at constructing in the city shop area off Gates Avenue. Public… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …he is looking at constructing in the city shop area off Gates Avenue. Public Works Superintendent Ehrich and Sjoblom looked at options for setting up the range. Free fill was obtained from the Dollar General site. The only costs involved with the… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …strator Scott Lehner, Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Attorney Jana O'Leary-Sullivan, and Police Chief Sjoblom The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann at 6:00 pm. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to close the meeting at 6:03… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …nition 1. Thank you to Luke Cordes for Eagle Project Work in the City SUGGESTED ACTION: Wayne Ehrich and Jeff Sjoblom will recognize Luke Cordes for the work he did landscaping around the "Kenyon" sign on Hwy 56/60 and by the flag pole at the poli… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Superintendent Wayne Ehrich, Library Director Michelle Otte, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, KMU Operations Superintendent Randy Eggert, Andrew Deziel Acting Mayor Bailey called the work… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …l proposed 9.44% increase in the levy. The increase was due to wages, automation, and utilities. Police Chief Sjoblom provided an update on the police department proposed 2026 budget request. He would review his expenses to try to find some cuts.… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …TYPE: New Business AGENDA SECTION: NEW BUSINESS SUBJECT: Police Department Gun Range SUGGESTED ACTION: Chief Sjoblom and Wayne Ehrich will brief the council on the PD gun range. ATTACHMENTS: Police Gun Range.pdf 65 66 AGENDA ITEM NO. XII.A Agenda… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Officer Armani Tucker, John Lee, Josh Johnson, Jed Johnson, Officer Dan England, Wayne & Donna Lexvold, Deb & Stuart Kohn, Sara… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …Josh Johnson, Bailey Ament, Dana Callstrom, Lynn Miller, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Allan and Connie Turner The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT Aaron Dean, Attorney for Ims-Icon LLC,… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …ministrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Supervisor Wayne Ehrich, Officer Brian Homeier, John L… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …solution 2025-10 Accepting_Kenyon_Fire_Association_Donations.docx XII.C Police Department Update - Chief Jeff Sjoblom will update the Council on: 2 1. Police Officer Hiring Process The Full-Time Police Officer position has been posted on the city'… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …Fire Department will be holding a benefit for a Kenyon fireman's family member at the fire hall. Police Chief Sjoblom will return to work next week. Audio/visual Equipment: Staff are working to coordinate training with the company that installed t… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …t, Police ITEM TYPE: New Business AGENDA SECTION: NEW BUSINESS SUBJECT: Police Department Update - Chief Jeff Sjoblom will update the Council on: 1. Police Officer Hiring Process The Full-Time Police Officer position has been posted on the city's… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …hner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, John Lee, Doug Henke, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Josh Johnson, John Mortensen, Brady Fischer The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN CO… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …m. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Council member Brunner thanked all staff for their work. Council Member Sjoblom appreciated Public Works for keeping the street clean and the Police for patrolling the city. He was glad that KMU was approved t… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …informing the city that Hiawatha Transit would be cancelling service in Kenyon as of January 1. Police Chief Sjoblom thanked the public for their local donations. Brady Fischer questioned what was going on with police officer Homeier. Lehner stat… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …Kirchmann Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, and Police Chief Sjoblom The meeting was called to order by Acting Mayor Bailey at 6:10 pm. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Helgeson to close the meeting… |
| December 10, 2024 | 12.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated | …iggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Officer Brian Homeier, Officer Josephine Homeier, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Don Kirchmann, Elana Brunner, John Mortensen, Todd Kieffer, Tasha Homeier, Hailee Homeier, Aaron Miller-BCM, Daren Strobel-Kenyo… |
| December 10, 2024 | 12.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated | …S/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS Oath of Office for Kenyon Police Officer Josephine Homeier Chief Sjoblom recited the oath of office for Officer Josephine Homeier. Officer Josephine Homeier introduced herself to the council members. EN… |
| December 10, 2024 | 12.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated | …eson to approve sending out RFPs for professional service firms. Motion carried 3-0-0. Safe Zone Police Chief Sjoblom stated that in the interest of public safety, he would recommend creating a safe exchange zone in Kenyon. This zone would be used… |
| December 10, 2024 | 12.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated | …on Plan was prepared in 18 months approved on October 30,2024, Kenyon's representative were Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom and Fire Chief Wayne Ehrich. The 85-page document exclusive of 100 pages of appendices identifies the most like natural disasters… |
| November 12, 2024 | 11.12.24 Council Packet And Agenda | …i Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Engineer Derek Olinger, Officer Brian Homeier, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Don Kirchmann, Todd Greseth, Jeff & Ann Traxler, Diane Barrett, Greg & Isaac Mills, Connie & Allan Turner, Kirk Hiner, Mary Kins… |
| November 12, 2024 | 11.12.24 Council Packet And Agenda | …Boyles, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Superintendent Wayne Ehrich, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Scott Lehner, and Eric Hoversten Mayor Henke called the special session to order at 5:30 pm. Gen… |
| November 12, 2024 | 11.12.24 Council Packet And Agenda | …Office for Kenyon Police Officer Josephine Homeier SUGGESTED ACTION: Oath will be given by Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom ATTACHMENTS: 13 AGENDA ITEM NO. VII.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: November 12, 2024 SUBMITTED BY: H… |
| November 12, 2024 | 11.12.24 Council Packet And Agenda | …ty Sheriff's Department - Communications Subscriber Agreement – with Kenyon PD SUGGESTED ACTION: Police Chief Sjoblom will discuss the Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) Agreement with Goodhue County Sheriff's Department. This agreement would remain in ef… |
| October 8, 2024 | 10-8-24 AGENDA | …rector Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Officer Dan England, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Don Kirchmann, Kevin Anderson, Harris Haugen, Rick Vance, Clinton Christensen, Isaac Ramsey, West Concord Police Chief Shannon B… |
| August 29, 2024 | 8-29-24 special session (1) | …is fund has not been used since 2015, at the end of 2023, funds of $1,269.26 remain. In discussion with Chief Sjoblom, these funds would be used to pay off the taser lease early and not have to levy for those funds. 2. Fund 240 is the COVID CARES… |
| August 29, 2024 | 8-29-24 work session | …k Boyles, Interim City Administrator Whitney Kyllo, Finance Director Wayne Ehrich, Public Works Director Jeff Sjoblom, Chief of Police Michelle Otte, Library Director Holli Gudknecht, Deputy Clerk Matt Bartel, Bar Manager Randy Eggert, Operations… |
| August 20, 2024 | 8-20-24 AGENDA | …Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Superintendent Wayne Ehrich, Library Director Michelle Otte, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, and Operations Superintendent Eggert Mayor Henke called the wo… |
| August 20, 2024 | 8-20-24 AGENDA | …r store. A question for the future is whether the liquor store will begin offering THC products. Police Chief Sjoblom provided an update on the police department proposed 2025 budget. He stated that encrypted radios are needed. They cost $5,000 ea… |
| August 20, 2024 | 8-20-24 AGENDA | …is fund has not been used since 2015, at the end of 2023, funds of $1,269.26 remain. In discussion with Chief Sjoblom, these funds would be used to pay off the taser lease early and not have to levy for those funds. 2. Fund 240 is the COVID CARES… |
| July 9, 2024 | 7.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | …Also present: Interim Administrator Frank Boyles, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Todd Greseth, Jay… |
| June 11, 2024 | 6.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …ich, KMU Superintendent Randy Eggert, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Attorney Scott Riggs, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Sue Dodds, Diane Barrett, and Brian Homeier Mayor Henke called the work session to order at 6:00 pm. General Discussion of Inter… |
| June 11, 2024 | 6.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …der Also present: Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Armani Tucker, Brian Homeier, Earl Mechle… |
| June 11, 2024 | 6.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …-0. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS 2024 Kenyon Police Department Scholarship – Jeff Sjoblom Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom stated that each year the police department offers a scholarship for Law Enforcement students. Chief Sj… |
| June 11, 2024 | 6.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …EARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS 2024 Kenyon Police Department Scholarship – Jeff Sjoblom Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom stated that each year the police department offers a scholarship for Law Enforcement students. Chief Sjoblom presented this year'… |
| June 11, 2024 | 6.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …Sjoblom stated that each year the police department offers a scholarship for Law Enforcement students. Chief Sjoblom presented this year's scholarship to Armani Tucker. Armani Tucker introduced himself and told the council about his education in… |
| June 11, 2024 | 6.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …. Motion carried 5-0-0. Request by Police Department to Apply Golf Cart Fee to Scholarships Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom presented a proposal for golf cart license fees to go toward community scholarships. Motion by Ryan seconded by Helgeson to appro… |
| May 14, 2024 | 5-14-24 AGENDA(1) | …RESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS VI.A 2024 Kenyon Police Department Scholarship - Jeff Sjoblom Summary Report VII. ENGINEERING VII.A Pearl Creek Sewer & Gates Ave Utility Improvements Summary Report 1 Pearl Creek LS_Pay App… |
| May 14, 2024 | 5-14-24 AGENDA(1) | …PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS A. 2024 Kenyon Police Department Scholarship – Jeff Sjoblom VII. ENGINEERING A. 2025 Street & Utility Improvement Project 1. General Update 2. Partnership Agreement for Planning & Design of… |
| May 14, 2024 | 5-14-24 AGENDA(1) | …er Also, present: Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Todd Greseth, Robert Peterson, John Cambr… |
| May 14, 2024 | 5-14-24 AGENDA(1) | …sent to the city attorney, and is now in the county for approval. LEGAL Draft Tobacco Ordinance – Chief Jeff Sjoblom City Attorney Riggs reviewed the draft ordinance amending section 1105 of the city code regarding tobacco. This updated ordinance… |
| May 14, 2024 | 5-14-24 AGENDA(1) | …place ten windows in the Depot Building at a cost of $21,368.00. Motion carried 3-0-0. FTO Pay – Police Chief Sjoblom Police Chief Sjoblom discussed paying for FTO (Field Training Officers). He requested one hour of overtime or comp time per shift… |
| May 14, 2024 | 5-14-24 AGENDA(1) | …the Depot Building at a cost of $21,368.00. Motion carried 3-0-0. FTO Pay – Police Chief Sjoblom Police Chief Sjoblom discussed paying for FTO (Field Training Officers). He requested one hour of overtime or comp time per shift be paid when current… |
| April 9, 2024 | 4.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | …_Draft Project List.pdf 01.4_Project Map_4-1-2024.pdf VIII. LEGAL VIII.A Draft Tobacco Ordinance – Chief Jeff Sjoblom Summary Report draft tobacco license.pdf 1 VIII.B Review draft Zoning Ordinance to allow apartments on the rear ½ of the first fl… |
| April 9, 2024 | 4.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | ….M Depot Building Window Replacement Summary Report L&M Depot Window Estimate.pdf XI.N FTO Pay - Police Chief Sjoblom Summary Report XII. F.Y.I. - Department Updates XII.A FYI Summary Report 4-9-24 FYI.pdf XIII. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS… |
| April 9, 2024 | 4.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | …2. Overall Project Scope 3. CSAH 12 Partnership Agreement VIII. LEGAL A. Draft Tobacco Ordinance – Chief Jeff Sjoblom B. Review draft Zoning Ordinance to allow apartments on the rear ½ of the first floor of buildings in the C-1 district as a condi… |
| April 9, 2024 | 4.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | …cy #17-City Credit Card Use K. 2024 Pool Wages L. Depot Building Window Replacement M. FTO Pay – Police Chief Sjoblom XII. OTHER BUSINESS A. Schedule of Upcoming Meetings 1. KMU Meeting: Tuesday, April 16th @ 4:00 p.m. 2. EDA Meeting: Tuesday, Apr… |
| April 9, 2024 | 4.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | …udknecht, Administration ITEM TYPE: Legal AGENDA SECTION: LEGAL SUBJECT: Draft Tobacco Ordinance – Chief Jeff Sjoblom SUGGESTED ACTION: ATTACHMENTS: draft tobacco license.pdf 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 AGENDA ITEM NO. VIII.B Agenda Item Summary CITY… |
| April 9, 2024 | 4.9.24 Council Packet Agenda | …Holli Gudknecht, Police ITEM TYPE: New Business AGENDA SECTION: NEW BUSINESS SUBJECT: FTO Pay - Police Chief Sjoblom SUGGESTED ACTION: Police Chief Sjoblom will discuss possible pay for FTO (Field Training Officers). Mitch Taylor has been trainin… |
| March 12, 2024 | 3.12.24 Council Packet Agenda | …Update VIII. LEGAL A. 2024 Agreement with Luis Tellez – Taco Express B. Draft Tobacco Ordinance – Chief Jeff Sjoblom C. Lot Combination – Kevin Maring 1. Resolution 2024-07: Approving Lot Combination (Maring) IX. FINANCIAL **A. February 2024 Trea… |
| March 12, 2024 | 3.12.24 Council Packet Agenda | …Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Finance Clerk Whitney Kyllo, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Joe Sathe, Don Kirchmann,… |
| March 12, 2024 | 3.12.24 Council Packet Agenda | …36E through 4861E. Motion carried 3-0-0. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS Police Chief Sjoblom read the "School Bus Driver Appreciation Day" proclamation. ENGINEERING 2024 Asphalt Rejuvenator Project Engineer Olinger stated… |
| February 13, 2024 | 2.13.24 Council Packet and Agenda | …Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Finance Clerk Whitney Kyllo, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Bria… |
| January 9, 2024 | 1-9-24 agenda | …ing, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Police Officer Brian Homeier The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT N… |
| January 9, 2024 | 1-9-24 agenda | …n carried 4-0-0 Eliminate Admin Assist Position. (Funding moved to full time officers 9 in 2024 Budget) Chief Sjoblom requested that the council eliminate the administrative position and move funding to full time police officers in the 2024 budget… |
| January 9, 2024 | 1-9-24 agenda | …r continued hard work. Council member Ryan wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Police Chief Sjoblom wished everyone Happy Holidays Motion by Helgeson second by Ryan to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 p.m. Motion carried 4-0-0. Mark R… |
| December 12, 2023 | 12.12.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …rector Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Police Officer Brian Homeier, Jeff Traxler, Ann Traxler The meeting opened with the Pledge of Al… |
| December 12, 2023 | 12.12.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …, Holli and Mark for all they do. He also noted the passing of Deb Svien a former city employee. Police Chief Sjoblom introduced the new part-time officer, Missy England. He stated that the body cameras 10 were up and running. Motion by Bailey sec… |
| December 12, 2023 | 12.12.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …t Holli Gudknecht, Finance Clerk Whitney Kyllo, Fireman Lee Skillestad, Fire Chief Wayne Ehrich, Police Chief Sjoblom Citizens: None Township representatives: Matt Voxland, Sean Bauer, Barb St. John, Duwain England, Larry Madsen, Keith Allen, Stev… |
| December 12, 2023 | 12.12.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …proposed budget and levy for 2024. The maximum levy approved by the Council in September was 8%. Police Chief Sjoblom stated that officer wages needed to be increased to stay competitive with neighboring communities and the County. If his budget c… |
| December 12, 2023 | 12.12.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …istant Position. (Funding moved to full time officers) As discussed at the 12-5 Special Council meeting Chief Sjoblom is requesting that the administrative position be eliminated (starting the first payroll period of) January 2024. He would like t… |
| December 12, 2023 | 12.12.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …he final budget would be adopted by the Council before the end of the year. Police Part-time employees. Chief Sjoblom is requesting a higher rate for part-time police officers with experience. He is seeking up $30 an hour for part-time. officers w… |
| November 14, 2023 | 11.14.23 Council Packet Agenda | …rector Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Dylan Craig, Don Kirchmann, Jen Smith, John Smith, Bob Klahr, John Lee, Todd Greseth, Jeremy Kiffmeyer, Lee Skillestad, Justin P… |
| November 14, 2023 | 11.14.23 Council Packet Agenda | …ooked great, Trunk or Treat will be held October 29, and Christmas in Kenyon will be December 9. Police Chief Sjoblom stated that they now have their body cameras. Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 8:41 p.m. Motion carr… |
| November 14, 2023 | 11.14.23 Council Packet Agenda | …tor Wayne Ehrich, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Dylan Craig, Bob Klahr, John Lee, Lee Skillestad, Justin Peterson, Diane Barrett, Jerry Barrett, Jim Malloy, Ray Dawson, Kelly K… |
| September 12, 2023 | 9.12.23 Council Packet Agenda | …ier, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Tyler See from Abdo, Tedd and Molly Pederson The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT Tedd Pederson, 11… |
| September 12, 2023 | 9.12.23 Council Packet Agenda | …et for Wednesday, September 6 at 5:00 pm. Motion carried 4-0-0. Purchase Motorola Police Body Cameras – Chief Sjoblom Chief Sjolander requested Council approval to purchase body cameras for the police officers. He stated that the first year's upfr… |
| September 12, 2023 | 9.12.23 Council Packet Agenda | …Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Superintendent Wayne Ehrich, Library Director Michelle Otte, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Kevin Anderson Mayor Henke called the work session to order at 5:00 pm. The purpose of the work session was to review the draft… |
| September 12, 2023 | 9.12.23 Council Packet Agenda | …tate funding and a $3,574 increase in funding from the County will cover other library expenses. Police Chief Sjoblom provided an update on the police department proposed 2024 budget request. He stated that the proposed budget showed increases in… |
| September 12, 2023 | 9.12.23 Council Packet Agenda | …he final budget would be adopted by the Council before the end of the year. Police Part-time employees. Chief Sjoblom is requesting a higher rate for part-time police officers with experience. He is seeking up $30 an hour for part-time. officers w… |
| August 8, 2023 | 8.8.23 Council Packet Agenda | …ssion to Review 2024 Proposed (Levy) Budget Summary Report XI.D Purchase Motorola Police Body Cameras – Chief Sjoblom Summary Report 2 XII. F.Y.I. - Department Updates XII.A FYI Summary Report FYI 8-8-23.pdf XIII. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENT… |
| August 8, 2023 | 8.8.23 Council Packet Agenda | …ctor C. Set Council Work Session to Review 2024 Draft Budget D. Purchase Motorola Police Body Cameras – Chief Sjoblom XII. OTHER BUSINESS A. Schedule of Upcoming Meetings 1. KMU Meeting: Tuesday, August 13th @ 4:00 p.m. 2. City Council Meeting: Tu… |
| August 8, 2023 | 8.8.23 Council Packet Agenda | …rector Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, McLellan & Linda Bean, Jerry & Diane Barrett, Nicole Eggert The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT AD… |
| August 8, 2023 | 8.8.23 Council Packet Agenda | …ust City Council and KMU meetings. Therapy and Consulting Services Agreement – Police Department Police Chief Sjoblom requested Council approval of an agreement with Lodestar Psychology to provide counseling services and therapy for the Police Dep… |
| August 8, 2023 | 8.8.23 Council Packet Agenda | …hat Library Director Michelle did a great job with the survey for Chickens on the City web site. Police Chief Sjoblom reminded the Council that National Night Out was August 1. Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 p.m… |
| August 8, 2023 | 8.8.23 Council Packet Agenda | …e ITEM TYPE: New Business AGENDA SECTION: NEW BUSINESS SUBJECT: Purchase Motorola Police Body Cameras – Chief Sjoblom SUGGESTED ACTION: Chief Sjoblom will review the purchase of Body Cameras for the police officers. Further information on this ite… |
| July 11, 2023 | 7-11-23 Council Packet | …nder, Mary Bailey, Molly Ryan Absent: None Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Cal Bean, Linda Bean, Ed Doy… |
| July 11, 2023 | 7-11-23 Council Packet | …arried 5-0-0. Request to Change Police Department Holiday Pay Administrator Vahlsing stated that Police Chief Sjoblom requested changing the holiday pay practices for police officers. Sjoblom is requesting that the officers be paid 1 ½ times for t… |
| July 11, 2023 | 7-11-23 Council Packet | …r Vahlsing stated that Police Chief Sjoblom requested changing the holiday pay practices for police officers. Sjoblom is requesting that the officers be paid 1 ½ times for the hours they work on the holiday plus be paid for the eight hours of holi… |
| July 11, 2023 | 7-11-23 Council Packet | …USINESS SUBJECT: Therapy and Consulting Services Agreement – Police Department SUGGESTED ACTION: Police Chief Sjoblom is requesting Council approval of the agreement with Lodestar Psychology to provide counseling services and therapy for the Polic… |
| July 11, 2023 | 7-11-23 Council Packet | …tly approved state law now requires that law enforcement agencies provide therapy services for offices. Chief Sjoblom will provide further information at the Council meeting. See attached Agreement. MOTION NEEDED ATTACHMENTS: Therapy Agreement.pdf… |
| June 13, 2023 | 6.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …lander, and Mary Bailey Absent: Molly Ryan Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, and Attorney Scott Riggs The closed meeting was called to order by Mayor Henke at 8:06 pm. Nuisance Abatement at 1 Langford Aven… |
| June 13, 2023 | 6.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …Molly Ryan (left at 7:45 pm) Absent: None Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Attorney Scott Riggs, Administrative Assistant Linda Bean, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Cal Bean, Ed Doyle, Mrs. Doyle Th… |
| June 13, 2023 | 6.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …L AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Councilmen Sjolander thanked Public Works Superintendent Ehrich and Police Chief Sjoblom for their recent work. Councilmen Helgeson discussed the upcoming Farmers Market. City Administrator Vahlsing welcomed new Financ… |
| June 13, 2023 | 6.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …nt Linda Bean and Sue Dodds for their work in the interim of the hiring of a new finance director. Chief Jeff Sjoblom stated that the city had been awarded a grant for new defibrillator units. Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to adjourn the mee… |
| June 13, 2023 | 6.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …NEEDED ATTACHMENTS: Snowmobile Club Donation Letter to Council.docx 74 Kenyon Police Department Chief Jeffrey Sjoblom 709 2nd St., Kenyon, MN 55946 Office Phone # 507-789-5214 Non-Emergency # 651-385-3155 To: Kenyon City Council Re: Snowmobile Clu… |
| June 13, 2023 | 6.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …to the $4,000 annual budget for BWCs and SCs. Let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, Chief Jeffrey Sjoblom 75 AGENDA ITEM NO. X.E Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: June 13, 2023 SUBMITTED BY: Mark Vahlsing, Admin… |
| May 9, 2023 | 5.9.23 Council Packet and Agenda | …Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Attorney Scott Riggs, Police Officer Brian Homeier, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Cora Boelman, Briana and Joe Jensen and… |
| April 11, 2023 | 4.11.23 Council Packet Agenda | …Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Attorney Joseph Sathe, Officer Brian Homeier, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Attorney David Jacobse… |
| April 11, 2023 | 4.11.23 Council Packet Agenda | …n – 1 Langford Ave. Update Attorney Riggs updated the council on the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance. Police Chief Sjoblom added that the snow has slowed the cleanup progress. The owner did have the property surveyed and found that the downed tree is o… |
| March 14, 2023 | 3.14.23 Updated Council Packet Agenda | …Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Linda Bean The meeting opened with the Pledge of Alleg… |
| March 14, 2023 | 3.14.23 Updated Council Packet Agenda | …te: Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Helgeson - Aye Motion carried 3-0-0. Kenyon PD Body Worn Camera Policy Chief Sjoblom reviewed the proposed body worn camera policy. The police department is looking at options for the purchase of the cameras. Motio… |
| February 14, 2023 | 2.14.23 Council Packet Agenda | …Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Finance Clerk Kathy Flikke, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Linda and Cal Bean, Todd G… |
| February 14, 2023 | 2.14.23 Council Packet Agenda | …elgeson - Aye Motion carried 5-0-0. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom read a letter of commendation and presented it to Officer Homeier. ENGINEERING General Project Update Pearl Creek Sanitary Sewer… |
| February 14, 2023 | 2.14.23 Council Packet Agenda | …gn is completed sometime this spring. LEGAL Nuisance Property Violation – 1 Langford Ave. Update Police Chief Sjoblom stated that a citation has been issued to the property owner and he has 30 days to respond. 2023 Appointments and Designations … |
| December 13, 2022 | 12-13-22 Agenda Granicus | …nt: Engineer Derek Olinger, Attorney Scott Riggs, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Police Officer Mitch Taylor, Lee Sjolander, and KW 7-12 Principal Matt Ryan The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CI… |
| December 13, 2022 | 12-13-22 Agenda Granicus | …NESS SUBJECT: Police Department – Approval to lease a new printer/scanner/fax machine SUGGESTED ACTION: Chief Sjoblom is seeking approval to lease a printer/copier fax machine for the Police department. Copies of quotes he has received are attache… |
| November 16, 2022 | 11.16.22 City Council Packet and Agenda | …Kathy Flikke, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Trina Kalvig The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Rechtzigel, second by Helg… |
| November 16, 2022 | 11.16.22 City Council Packet and Agenda | …dget & Levy Public Meeting: Tuesday, December 6th @ 6:30 p.m. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Police Chief Sjoblom stated that October is breast cancer awareness month. Officer Mitch is doing a great job of coordinating the selling of pink patc… |
| November 16, 2022 | 11.16.22 Council Minutes | …nt: Engineer Derek Olinger, Attorney Scott Riggs, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Police Officer Mitch Taylor, Lee Sjolander, and KW 7-12 Principal Matt Ryan The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CI… |
| October 11, 2022 | 10.11.22 Council Agenda Packet | …Kathy Flikke, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, County Commissioner Todd Greseth The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT County Commissioner Todd Gres… |
| October 11, 2022 | 10.11.22 Council Minutes | …Kathy Flikke, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Trina Kalvig The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Rechtzigel, second by Helg… |
| October 11, 2022 | 10.11.22 Council Minutes | …dget & Levy Public Meeting: Tuesday, December 6th @ 6:30 p.m. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Police Chief Sjoblom stated that October is breast cancer awareness month. Officer Mitch is doing a great job of coordinating the selling of pink patc… |
| September 13, 2022 | 9.13.22 Council Minutes | …Kathy Flikke, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, County Commissioner Todd Greseth The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT County Commissioner Todd Gres… |
| September 13, 2022 | 9.13.22 Council Packet Agenda | …rk Kathy Flikke, Public Works Superintendent, Wayne Ehrich, Library Director Michelle Otte, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom Mayor Henke called the work session to order at 5:00 pm. The purpose of the work session was to review the draft 2023 Levy and de… |