Kenyon Minnesota · est. 1856
Kenyon/People/Mary Bailey
Council

Mary Bailey

Council member, Acting Mayor

72meetings present20 absent
166motions made
195motions seconded
777mentions in 80 documents
2021–2026years in the record

At the table

MeetingWhat the summary records
August 6, 2026Called the meeting to order; moved to extend the Kenyon Crossings review period to 120 days and to adopt Resolution 2026-29; seconded the adjournment motion
July 14, 2026Moved approval of the agenda, pay application #7, the Flom contract, Resolutions 2026-24 and 2026-23, the liquor permit, and adjournment
June 30, 2026Moved to adopt the agenda, to open the public hearing, and to close the public hearing; seconded Resolution 2026-20.
June 9, 2026Took the Oath of Office; moved to approve the consent agenda, accept the first quarter financial report, and adjourn
May 18, 2026Subject of the resignation and vacancy resolution; seconded the motion to adjourn
April 14, 2026Moved adoption of Resolution 2026-11, the consent agenda, the Visu-Sewer quote and adjournment; thanked Engineer Olinger for the new school sidewalk
March 10, 2026Moved to accept the third quarter financial report, moved adoption of Resolution 2026-08, and moved to adjourn
January 28, 2026Absent
January 13, 2026Moved the change order, Resolutions 2026-03 and 2026-05, the part-time police hire and adjournment; designated Acting Mayor
December 9, 2025Presided over the closed session and regular meeting in the mayor's absence; moved approval of the 2026 budget resolution, CEDA contract, PTO policy and holiday closings
December 2, 2025Absent from the meeting; signed the minutes as Acting Mayor
November 12, 2025Moved to approve the agenda and Pay Application No. 3; read a script opposing the bow hunting restriction in Ordinance No. 113
October 14, 2025Moved to approve the agenda, seconded the consent agenda and the November meeting reschedule, and moved to adjourn
October 6, 2025Moved to close the meeting and to adjourn the closed session; seconded the investigator motion and the adjournment
September 9, 2025Moved adoption of Resolution 2025-23 and to adjourn; thanked everyone for shaving their budgets
August 26, 2025Called the work session to order at 5:30 pm and seconded the motion to adjourn
August 12, 2025Absent.
July 16, 2025Seconded the motion adopting Resolution 2025-22 and the motion to adjourn
July 8, 2025Recorded as absent; minutes list her as making the motion to adopt Resolution 2025-19.
June 30, 2025Seconded motions to close, recess and adjourn; moved to reconvene the closed meeting.
June 10, 2025Moved to approve the agenda, adopt Resolution 2025-18 without the 8th Street sidewalk alternative, continue the public hearing, and adjourn
May 13, 2025Moved to reject all bids, to continue the public hearing, and to adjourn; voted aye on considering a chicken ordinance change.
April 29, 2025Called the work session to order at 6:07 p.m. and signed the minutes
April 8, 2025Arrived at 7:17 p.m.; moved the consent agenda and Resolution 2025-12; thanked city staff
March 11, 2025Called the meeting to order, presided in the mayor's absence, and moved Resolution 2025-11, the Resolution 2025-10 second, the NAPA building expansion and the tabling of the lot combination.
February 11, 2025Moved approval of the 2025 sewer rates, Resolution 2025-08, and adjournment
January 14, 2025Took the Oath of Office, moved approval of the consent agenda and Ordinances 108 and 112, and was designated Acting Mayor
December 10, 2024Moved approval of pay request No. 11 and the 2025 budget resolution; presented appreciation gifts to Doug and Molly
December 3, 2024Absent
November 12, 2024Moved approval of the amended agenda and of Pay Application #10; left the meeting at 7:40 pm
November 7, 2024Seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2024-26, voted aye, and moved to adjourn
October 29, 2024Seconded the motions to close the meeting, adjourn the closed session and adjourn the meeting
October 8, 2024Moved to adopt the agenda, Resolution 2024-24, Pay Application No. 9 and adjournment
September 10, 2024Called the meeting to order, presided, and moved approval of the BCM pay request, Truth in Taxation date, snow removal resolution and adjournment
July 30, 2024Present for the budget and levy review
July 9, 2024Absent.
June 20, 2024Seconded the motion to hire the search firm and the motion to adjourn
June 11, 2024Moved approval of the consent agenda and the July 5 office/library closing
May 22, 2024Moved to adopt Resolution 2024-11 approving the interim city administrator hiring
May 14, 2024Moved Resolution 2024-13, the tanker truck purchase and the Fire Hall desks; moved unsuccessfully in special session to create an Interim Administrator job description
April 25, 2024Attended; left the meeting at 6:25 pm
April 23, 2024Seconded the motion to adjourn
April 9, 2024Moved approval of Ordinance 103, Resolution 2024-10, the Rose Fest band contract, excess fire truck, Depot windows and FTO pay; agreed with Peterson on the C-1 zoning issue; thanked the trails committee
February 13, 2024Absent.
January 9, 2024Moved approval of the agenda, engineering rate increase, Resolution 2024-01, Muni flooring quote, and Resolution 2024-04; welcomed the new firefighters and thanked Whitney Kyllo; appointed Acting Mayor
December 12, 2023Absent from the meeting
December 5, 2023Absent
November 28, 2023Made the motion to adjourn at 5:46 p.m.
November 14, 2023Moved to approve the agenda, consent agenda, BCM pay request, Resolutions 2023-25 and 2023-24, and the temporary liquor license; commented that street patching looked good
October 25, 2023Seconded the gambling authorization motion, moved to authorize staff to transfer the gambling lease, and voted Aye on both.
October 10, 2023Moved approval of the consent agenda and Resolution 2023-23; called the gambling decision hard; thanked Depot painting volunteers and noted the farmer's market season closed
September 12, 2023Moved the consent agenda, Resolution 2023-20, the liquor license renewal and the front end loader purchase; said she was happy to see work on trails
September 6, 2023Absent
August 8, 2023Moved approval of Ordinances 101 and 102, the Sunset Home releases, the Fire Relief raffle, the body camera purchase and adjournment.
July 11, 2023Moved Resolution 2023-17, seconded the chicken ordinance motion, and moved to adjourn.
June 13, 2023Moved approval of the Corrective Asphalt Materials quote and the Angie's liquor license; seconded several motions
May 9, 2023Moved Resolution 2023-09, seconded multiple motions, and stated support for allowing chickens with restrictions and permitting
March 28, 2023Called the work session to order at 5:00 pm and seconded the motion to adjourn
March 14, 2023Moved to approve the agenda, close the public hearing, the Taco Express lease, the City Hall roof, the liquor license renewal and adjournment
February 14, 2023Absent from the meeting
January 24, 2023Absent
January 10, 2023Moved approval of Resolution 2023-01 and Resolution 2023-02.
December 13, 2022Moved approval of the Bolton & Menk design proposal, the fire department fund transfer and the holiday closings.
December 6, 2022Absent
November 16, 2022Moved to adopt the agenda and Resolution 2022-23; seconded the DeCook pay application and building code agreement; praised Park and Rec's Trunk or Treat work
October 26, 2022Seconded the motion to adjourn.
October 11, 2022Moved to reschedule the November Council meeting to November 16 and moved to adjourn; seconded the electronic funds transfer policy
September 13, 2022Moved to approve the agenda and to adjourn; seconded multiple motions
September 7, 2022Seconded the motion to adjourn.
August 30, 2022Seconded the plan revision and Pearl Street sewer motions; moved to direct preparation of a 2023 street project scope recommendation
August 15, 2022Arrived late; moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m.
July 12, 2022Moved approval of the consent agenda, closing the nuisance hearing, and rescheduling the August meeting.
June 14, 2022Absent from the meeting; recorded as absent on the Ordinance 99 roll call.
May 10, 2022Moved approval of the DeCook Drainage quote and the Memorial Day parade permit; seconded multiple motions including the CEDA contract and adjournment.
April 14, 2022Absent
April 12, 2022Moved adoption of the amended agenda, the MetroNet agreement, the Wickum ag lease and the VFW liquor license renewal; seconded several motions.
March 8, 2022Seconded the amended agenda and several motions; moved adoption of Resolutions 2022-07 and 2022-08
February 8, 2022Absent
January 11, 2022Moved approval of the agenda, consent agenda, Resolution 2022-01, Resolution 2022-05, Resolution 2022-03 and Library Assistant job description
December 14, 2021Seconded multiple motions; moved adoption of Resolution 2021-19, Resolution 2021-17 and the library book fund transfer
November 9, 2021Moved approval of the consent agenda and the Toolcat purchase; seconded the Fire SOP and Resolution 2021-15 motions
October 12, 2021Moved approval of the agenda, seconded the liquor license motion, and moved adoption of Resolution 2021-14
September 14, 2021Moved approval of the consent agenda and the WH Security quote; seconded several motions; noted changes coming for the Kenyon Bar and Grill
September 8, 2021Absent
August 10, 2021Seconded the agenda, the Wencl pay request, the Oktoberfest approval and the audit agreement
July 13, 2021Moved approval of A-1 pay request No. 5, the Kyllo rezoning ordinance and the 15-minute post office parking zone
June 8, 2021Seconded agenda and consent agenda motions, moved adoption of Resolution 2021-10 and moved to adjourn
May 11, 2021Absent
April 13, 2021Moved approval of the Taco Express agreement, the lifeguard wage increase and adjournment; commented on Park & Rec plans to beautify Main Street with plants.
March 9, 2021Moved to open the public hearing, approve crack seal quote solicitation, proceed with the Northland Securities study, renew the country club liquor license, and adjourn.
February 9, 2021Read the Oath of Office, moved approval of the PD Eyewitness Identification procedure, and said she is happy to be here and will hopefully learn a lot.
January 12, 2021Absent

Motions

MeetingMotionVote
August 6, 2026movedextend the review period to a maximum of 120 days for these three variances and preliminary plat4-0-0
August 6, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-29 approving the minor subdivision for Gerald Bartel4-0-0
August 6, 2026secondedaccept the second quarter financial report4-0-0
August 6, 2026secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:28 p.m4-0-0
July 14, 2026movedapprove the agenda4-0-0
July 14, 2026movedapprove pay application #7 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $461,189.144-0-0
July 14, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-244-0-0
July 14, 2026movedapprove a three-year solid waste hauling agreement with Flom Disposal. Motion4-0-0
July 14, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-23 authorizing application for Grant Navigator support for the city4-0-0
July 14, 2026movedapprove the liquor permit for alcohol at the Depot Park on July 25, 20264-0-0
July 14, 2026movedadjourn the meeting at 8:49 p.m4-0-0
July 14, 2026secondedapprove the following Consent Agenda items, excluding the approval of the liquor license at the Depot Park: Approve Request for Liquor at Depot Park – Brandi Kyllo, July 25, 2026 Adopted Resolution 2026-21 Adoption of Election Judges for 2026 Approved payment of check numbers 78317 through 78422; 7448E through 7509E. City Council Meeting Minutes of June 9, 2026 City Council Special Meeting Minutes4-0-0
July 14, 2026secondedapprove Change Order #24-0-0
July 14, 2026secondedreschedule the August council meeting for Thursday, August 6 at 7:00 pm4-0-0
June 30, 2026movedadopt the agenda4-0-0
June 30, 2026movedopen the public hearing at 3:42 pm4-0-0
June 30, 2026movedclose the public hearing at 3:45 pm4-0-0
June 30, 2026secondedadopt Resolution 2026-204-0-0
June 30, 2026secondedadjourn the special Council meeting at 3:49 pm. Motion4-0-0
June 9, 2026movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes: Resolution 2026-19: Approving Amendments to the Bylaws of the Kenyon Firemen's Relief Association Approved payment of check numbers 78228 through 78316; 7376E through 7448E. City Council Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2026 City Council Special Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2026 Approved Hire of Parker Burdorf, Line Worker/Water Operator5-0-0
June 9, 2026movedaccept the first quarter financial report5-0-0
June 9, 2026movedadjourn the meeting at 8:06 p.m5-0-0
June 9, 2026secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
June 9, 2026secondedapprove pay application #6 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $302,822.765-0-0
May 18, 2026secondedadjourn the special Council meeting at 7:45 pm. Motion5-0-0
April 14, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-114-0-0
April 14, 2026movedapprove the amended Consent Agenda, which includes: On-Sale Liquor License Renewal- Kenyon VFW 2026 Sanitary and Storm Sewer Rates Approval of use of Fire Hall for Community Summer Safety Event – June 2, 2026 Resolution 2026-10: Approving Amendments to the Bylaws of the Kenyon Firemen's Relief Association Approve payment of check numbers 78020 through 78133; 7261E through 7334E City Council Meetin5-0-0
April 14, 2026movedapprove the quote from Visu-Sewer to televise under Highway 605-0-0
April 14, 2026movedadjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m5-0-0
April 14, 2026secondedappoint Deanna Gard to the Planning Commission5-0-0
April 14, 2026secondedadopt Resolution 2026-12, Resolution 2026-13, Resolution 2026-14, and Resolution 2026-155-0-0
March 10, 2026movedaccept the third quarter financial report4-0-0
March 10, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-08 accepting Brunner's resignation and declaring a vacancy to the city council4-0-0
March 10, 2026movedadjourn the meeting at 8:03 p.m4-0-0
March 10, 2026secondedapprove the agenda4-0-0
March 10, 2026secondedapprove the hire of both Rachel Goven and Heather Dewitz as part- time Administrative Assistants at $23.00 per hour4-0-0
January 13, 2026movedapprove Change Order No.1 for Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking5-0-0
January 13, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-035-0-0
January 13, 2026movedadopt Resolution 2026-055-0-0
January 13, 2026movedapprove the hire of part-time police officers5-0-0
January 13, 2026movedadjourn the meeting at 8:33 p.m5-0-0
January 13, 2026secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
December 9, 2025secondedadjourn the closed session at 6:49 pm4-0-0
December 9, 2025secondedadjourn meeting at 6:50 pm4-0-0
November 12, 2025movedapprove the agenda4-0-0
November 12, 2025movedapprove pay application #3 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $494,533.515-0-0
November 12, 2025secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes: City to Remain with BCBS Health Insurance for 2026 MN Family Leave Act - the city and the Employee will Each Pay Half of the Premium Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77624 through 77665; 7027E through 7059E Council Minutes of October 14, 20255-0-0
November 12, 2025secondedapprove the 2026 agreement with Goodhue County for State Building Code Administration5-0-0
November 12, 2025secondedapprove the power sales agreement between CMPAS and the City of Kenyon subject to review and finalization by city staff and the city attorney5-0-0
October 14, 2025movedapprove the agenda4-0-0
October 14, 2025movedadjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m5-0-0
October 14, 2025secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes: Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77490 through 77623; 6195E through 7026E Minutes of September 9, 2025 and October 6, 20254-0-0
October 14, 2025secondedreschedule the November council meeting to Wednesday, November 125-0-0
October 6, 2025movedclose the meeting at 6:03 pm5-0-0
October 6, 2025movedadjourn the closed session at 7:19 pm5-0-0
October 6, 2025secondedauthorize city staff and attorney to hire an outside investigator5-0-0
October 6, 2025secondedadjourn meeting at 7:22 pm5-0-0
September 9, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-23 adopting the 2026 preliminary budget and levy, which is a maximum of 9.93%4-0-0
September 9, 2025movedadjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m4-0-0
September 9, 2025secondedapprove the agenda4-0-0
September 9, 2025secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes: Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77410 through 77489; 5999E through 6194E Minutes of August 12, 2025 and August 26, 20254-0-0
September 9, 2025secondedapprove the preliminary estimates for the municipal liquor store expansion4-0-0
August 26, 2025secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:58p.m. Motion4-0-0
July 16, 2025secondedadopt Resolution 2025-22 Awarding the Sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2025A4-0-0
July 16, 2025secondedadjourn the special Council meeting at 5:34 pm. Motion5-0-0
July 8, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-19 accepting the bid from Fitzgerald Excavating with the addition of alternates 1, 2, and 3. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye4-0-0
June 30, 2025movedreconvene the closed meeting at 5:53 pm5-0-0
June 30, 2025secondedclose the meeting at 5:01 pm5-0-0
June 30, 2025secondedrecess the closed meeting at 5:42 pm5-0-0
June 30, 2025secondedadjourn the closed session at 5:59 pm5-0-0
June 30, 2025secondedadjourn meeting at 6:02 pm5-0-0
June 10, 2025movedapprove the agenda5-0-0
June 10, 2025movedcontinue the public hearing until July 8, 2025 at 7:00 pm5-0-0
June 10, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-18 with removal of the 8th Street sidewalk alternative5-0-0
June 10, 2025movedadjourn the meeting at 9:24 p.m5-0-0
June 10, 2025secondedopen the public hearing at 7:19 pm5-0-0
June 10, 2025secondedadopt Resolution 2025-17: accepting the 2024 audited financial statements5-0-0
June 10, 2025secondedapprove moving Joshua Johnson to a grade 12, step 2 retroactive to April 15, 20255-0-0
June 10, 2025secondedtable posting the Line Worker/Water Operator position pending further discussion with the Operations Superintendent5-0-0
June 10, 2025secondedaccept the resignation of Whitney Kyllo effective July 17, 2025. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to acknowledge the rescinded letter from Whitney Kyllo and take it under advisement for discussion by the City Administrator and the personnel committee if needed5-0-0
May 13, 2025movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes: Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77072 through 77140; 5501E through 5610E Minutes of April 8, 2025 and April 29, 2025 Annual Tobacco License – Kenyon Tobacco & Vape, LLC, 211 Red Wing Ave. Annual Refuse Temporary Dumpster/Roll-off Containers – Junk Truck MN, LLC Street Closure – Whitetail Block Party – July 19 Approve Memorial Day Parade for May 5-0-0
May 13, 2025movedcontinue the public hearing until June 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm5-0-0
May 13, 2025movedreject all the bids for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements project and start over5-0-0
May 13, 2025movedadjourn the meeting at 8:20 p.m5-0-0
May 13, 2025secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
May 13, 2025secondedtable the approval of Bolton & Menk's construction engineering agreement5-0-0
May 13, 2025secondedadd Randy Eggert, James Malloy, and Jerry Houglum as signers on the City of Kenyon checking account at Security State Bank of Kenyon. Motion5-0-0
April 8, 2025movedapprove the amended Consent Agenda, which includes: Payment of check numbers, 77014 through 77071; 5383E through 5499E Budget Transfers:  Kenyon Area Historical Society - $2,500 Gunderson House Management Fees  Rose Fest - $2,000  Kenyon Fire Relief - $10,000 Budget Donation, $3,000 2025 Audit Portion, $250 Fire and Rescue Admin. Fee Minutes of March 11, 2025 On-Sale Liquor License Renewal- VFW4-0-0
April 8, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-124-0-0
April 8, 2025secondedaward the chip seal contract to Pearson Bros. as written, with additional approval to exceed the total quoted by up to $20,000 as directed by the City Engineer4-0-0
April 8, 2025secondedauthorize Administrator Lehner to negotiate and execute a limited agreement with Taco Express for 20254-0-0
April 8, 2025secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:12 p.m4-0-0
March 11, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-114-0-0
March 11, 2025movedgive approval to Manager Bartel to start the process of expansion of the Muni into the NAPA building4-0-0
March 11, 2025movedtable this resolution and direct Engineer Olinger to talk to Scot Bowen about easements, etc4-0-0
March 11, 2025secondeddirect the City Engineer to collect quotes for the 2025 chip seal project4-0-0
March 11, 2025secondedadopt Resolution 2025-10 accepting donations of $10,000.00 from the Kenyon Fire Relief Association to the fire truck fund4-0-0
March 11, 2025secondedauthorize Manager Bartel to move forward with registering to sell THC products4-0-0
March 11, 2025secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:49 p.m4-0-0
February 11, 2025movedapprove the recommended sanitary and storm sewer utility rates for 20255-0-0
February 11, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-085-0-0
February 11, 2025movedadjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m5-0-0
February 11, 2025secondedadopt Resolution 2025-095-0-0
January 14, 2025movedapprove the amended Consent Agenda, which includes: Payment of check numbers, 75739 through 75835; 5258E through 5327E Resolution 2025-01: Establishing License Fees and Compensation Annual licenses Minutes and Appointments Kennedy & Graven 2025 Rates for Legal Services Jacobsen Law - Request for Increase to Fees for 2025 Criminal Prosecution Contract5-0-0
January 14, 2025movedadopt Ordinance No.108. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye5-0-0
January 14, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-04. Motion5-0-0
January 14, 2025movedadopt Ordinance No.112. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye5-0-0
January 14, 2025movedadopt Resolution 2025-06. Motion5-0-0
January 14, 2025movedapprove the Goodhue County Delegation Agreement for Cannabis Retail Registration5-0-0
January 14, 2025secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
January 14, 2025secondedadopt Ordinance No.109. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye5-0-0
January 14, 2025secondedadopt Resolution 2025-03. Motion5-0-0
January 14, 2025secondedadopt Resolution 2025-05. Motion5-0-0
December 10, 2024movedapprove pay request No. 11 to BCM Construction in the amount of $4,430.00 and execute a change order to move the completion date of the remaining repair work to early spring5-0-0
December 10, 2024movedadopt Resolution 2024-28 adopting the 2025 budget and establishing the tax levy of $1,400,000 payable in 20255-0-0
December 10, 2024movedadjourn the meeting at 8:47 pm5-0-0
December 10, 2024secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
December 10, 2024secondedadopt Resolution 2024-29 committing capital fund balances5-0-0
December 10, 2024secondedapprove the 2025 tobacco license renewals5-0-0
November 12, 2024movedapprove the amended agenda4-0-0
November 12, 2024movedapprove pay request No. 10 to BCM Construction in the amount of $31,726.22 for work completed through November 1, 20244-0-0
November 12, 2024secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 76562 through 76663; 5181E through 5220E4-0-0
November 12, 2024secondedapprove the 8th Street development cost study by Bolton & Menk4-0-0
November 7, 2024secondedadopt Resolution 2024-26. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Sjolander - Aye5-0-0
October 29, 2024secondedclose the meeting at 2:00 pm4-0-0
October 29, 2024secondedadjourn the closed session at 3:13pm4-0-0
October 29, 2024secondedadjourn meeting at 4:06 pm4-0-0
October 8, 2024movedapprove the agenda. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye4-0-0
October 8, 2024movedadopt Resolution 2024-24. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Sjolander – Aye5-0-0
October 8, 2024movedapprove pay request No. 9 to BCM Construction in the amount of $5,438.75 for work completed through September 27, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Sjolander – Aye5-0-0
October 8, 2024movedadjourn the meeting at 8:01 pm. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Sjolander – Aye5-0-0
October 8, 2024secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 76463 through 76561; 5127E through 5180E. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye4-0-0
October 8, 2024secondedopen the public hearing 7:17 pm. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye4-0-0
October 8, 2024secondedclose the public hearing at 7:37 pm. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Sjolander – Aye5-0-0
October 8, 2024secondedadopt Resolution 2024-23: Appointing Election Judges for 2024. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Henke – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Sjolander – Aye5-0-0
September 10, 2024movedapprove pay request No. 8 to BCM Construction in the amount of $66,188.50 for work completed through August 30, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
September 10, 2024movedset the Truth in Taxation meeting for December 3 at 6:30 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
September 10, 2024movedadopt Resolution 2024-22 approving a cooperative snow removal agreement with the MN Dept of Transportation. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
September 10, 2024movedadjourn the meeting at 8:27 pm. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
September 10, 2024secondedapprove the agenda. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
September 10, 2024secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 76289 through 76462; 5101E through 5127E. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
September 10, 2024secondedadopt Resolution 2024-21 adopting the 2025 preliminary budget and levy, which is a maximum of 9.55%. Roll Call Vote: Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Ryan – Aye3-0-0
June 20, 2024secondedapprove Mike Humpal and South Central Services Cooperative to provide executive search services for the City of Kenyon City Administrator4-0-0
June 20, 2024secondedadjourn the meeting at 6:40 p.m. Motion4-0-0
June 11, 2024movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 76082 through 76167; 4969E through 4993E5-0-0
June 11, 2024movedclose the City Office and Library on Friday, July 5, 20245-0-0
June 11, 2024secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
June 11, 2024secondedapprove pay request No. 5 to BCM Construction in the amount of $104,318.56 for work completed through May 31, 20245-0-0
June 11, 2024secondedadopt Ordinance 1045-0-0
May 22, 2024movedadopt Resolution 2024-114-0-0
May 14, 2024movedadopt Resolution 2024-13 leaving the bad check charge at $45.00 but revising the wording to say, "Bad check charge and penalty"5-0-0
May 14, 2024movedapprove the purchase of the tanker truck5-0-0
May 14, 2024movedapprove the purchase of built-in cabinets for the Fire Hall office5-0-0
May 14, 2024movedapprove the quote to replace the sewer plant valves5-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedapprove the amended agenda5-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedadopt Resolution 2024-125-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedapprove the quote from Johnson Hardware to repair the City Hall doors5-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedapprove the rental of inflatables for the Firemen's Open House on June 22, 20245-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedapprove $3,753.50 in repair costs to the pool drain5-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedrenew the VFW's liquor license5-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedapprove the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 27, 20245-0-0
May 14, 2024secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:09 pm5-0-0
April 23, 2024secondedadjourn the meeting at 5:41 p.m. Motion4-0-0
April 9, 2024movedapprove Resolution 2024-10. Motion3-0-0
April 9, 2024movedaccept the recommendation of the planning commission to not adopt this ordinance3-0-0
April 9, 2024movedapprove the 2024 Rose Fest Street dance band MTV's for Saturday, August 17, 20243-0-0
April 9, 2024moveddeclare the 1936 fire truck as excess inventory to be properly disposed of3-0-0
April 9, 2024movedauthorize hiring On-Site to come in and give a quote for security update for the city3-0-0
April 9, 2024movedapprove the estimate from L&M Construction to replace ten windows in the Depot Building at a cost of $21,368.003-0-0
April 9, 2024movedapprove the one hour of overtime pay or comp time per shift for police department field training officers3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedapprove the amended agenda3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedadopt Resolution 2024-09 approving the decertification of Tax Increment Financing District No. 4-5 of the City of Kenyon3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedapprove the Kenyon Fire Relief Association's request for a dance permit and temporary liquor license3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedapprove the purchase of an iPad and protective cover for the public works department for use with the new GIS system3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedadopt Administrative Policy #17 – City Credit Card use3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedapprove the 2024 pool wages3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedadopt the pay equity report as presented3-0-0
April 9, 2024secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:43 pm3-0-0
January 9, 2024movedapprove the agenda5-0-0
January 9, 2024movedapprove the increase in the general engineering rate5-0-0
January 9, 2024movedapprove Resolution 2024-01 with change in the fee for depot rent5-0-0
January 9, 2024movedaccept the quote for flooring in the Muni from Hamernick's5-0-0
January 9, 2024movedadopt Resolution 2024-045-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 75571 through 75675; 4809E through 4835E5-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedapprove pay request No. 3 to BCM Construction in the amount of $16,078.75 for work completed through December5-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedapprove the annual refuse, recycling, sidewalk, dance, and mobile merchant licenses5-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedapprove Resolution 2024-02 authorizing the acceptance of the 2023 donations of $78,672.575-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedapprove the 2024 CEDA contracted services5-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedapprove the updated Administrative Policy #235-0-0
January 9, 2024secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:53 p.m5-0-0
December 12, 2023movedclose the City Office and Library at noon on Friday, December 22 and close the library on Saturday, December 23. 114-0-0
November 28, 2023movedadjourn the meeting at 5:46 p.m. Motion4-0-0
November 14, 2023movedapprove the agenda4-0-0
November 14, 2023movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 75353 through 75473; 4756E through 4780E4-0-0
November 14, 2023movedapprove pay request No. 2 to BCM Construction in the amount of $259,069.04 for work completed through November 34-0-0
November 14, 2023movedadopting Resolution 2023-25. Henke – No, Helgeson – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Sjolander – Aye3-1-0
November 14, 2023movedadopting Resolution 2023-244-0-0
November 14, 2023movedapprove the Kenyon Fire Relief Association's request for a temporary liquor license4-0-0
November 14, 2023movedadjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m4-0-0
November 14, 2023secondedadopting Resolution 2023-284-0-0
November 14, 2023secondedadopt Resolution 2023-26 designating the Fire Hall as the annual polling place for 20245-0-0
November 14, 2023secondedadopt Resolution 2023-27 adopting assessment for delinquent utility bills4-0-0
November 14, 2023secondedapprove the Kenyon Fire Relief Association's request for a dance permit4-0-0
October 25, 2023movedauthorize city staff to implement the transfer of the gambling lease at the Kenyon Municipal Liquor Store to the Kenyon Fire Relief Association4-1-0
October 25, 2023secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
October 25, 2023secondedauthorize the Kenyon Fire Relief Association to take over the charitable gambling and the operation of electronic and paper pull tabs at the Municipal Liquor Store4-1-0
October 25, 2023secondedadjourn the meeting at 6:11 p.m5-0-0
October 10, 2023movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 75254 through 75348; 4703E through 4755E5-0-0
October 10, 2023movedadopt Resolution 2023-23 approving the lot combination for Boyum5-0-0
October 10, 2023secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
October 10, 2023secondedapprove pay request No. 1 to BCM Construction in the amount of 8 $146,217.915-0-0
October 10, 2023secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:41 p.m5-0-0
September 12, 2023movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 75147 through 75253; 4591E through 4703E4-0-0
September 12, 2023movedadopt Resolution 2023-204-0-0
September 12, 2023movedrenew Lacey's Kitchen & Cocktails liquor license including Sunday and outdoor service area sales4-0-0
September 12, 2023movedapprove the order and purchase of a John Deer 624P Front End Leader4-0-0
September 12, 2023secondedapprove the agenda4-0-0
September 12, 2023secondedapprove the purchase of a 40 ft. storage container for Public Works4-0-0
September 12, 2023secondedadopt Resolution 2032-21 adopting the 2024 preliminary budget and levy, which is a maximum of 8%4-0-0
September 12, 2023secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:23 p.m4-0-0
August 8, 2023movedadjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m4-0-0
August 8, 2023secondedapprove the agenda4-0-0
August 8, 2023secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 75043 through 75146; 4565E through 4590E5-0-0
August 8, 2023secondedapprove the quote of Shea Electric to repair and retrofit the library light fixtures. Motion4-0-0
August 8, 2023secondedschedule a council work session to review the 2024 draft budget for Wednesday, September 6 at 5:00 pm4-0-0
July 11, 2023movedapprove Resolution 2023-175-0-0
July 11, 2023movedadjourn the meeting at 8:22 p.m4-0-0
July 11, 2023secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 74959 through 750425-0-0
July 11, 2023secondedapprove the proposal from Bolton and Menk for construction engineering services for the 2023 Street Improvement Project5-0-0
June 13, 2023movedapprove the quote of $34,935 from Corrective Asphalt Materials for the 2023 street maintenance project5-0-0
June 13, 2023movedapprove Angies Restaurant's liquor license5-0-0
June 13, 2023secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
June 13, 2023secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 74859 through 74958; 4534E through 4553E5-0-0
June 13, 2023secondedauthorize the City Administrator and City Attorney to develop a draft application and ordinance5-0-0
June 13, 2023secondedapprove adding the Juneteenth holiday to the Kenyon personnel policy5-0-0
June 13, 2023secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:05p.m4-0-0
May 9, 2023movedadopt Resolution 2023-095-0-0
May 9, 2023secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
May 9, 2023secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 74760 through 74858; 4502E through 4533E5-0-0
May 9, 2023secondedauthorize the City Administrator and City Attorney to develop a draft application and ordinance5-0-0
May 9, 2023secondedapprove 3-year solid waste hauling agreement with Flom Disposal. Motion4-0-0
May 9, 2023secondedapprove the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 29, 20234-0-0
May 9, 2023secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:05p.m4-0-0
March 28, 2023secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:05 p.m5-0-0
March 14, 2023movedapprove the agenda4-0-0
March 14, 2023movedapprove the 2023 agreement with Luis Tellez – Taco Express for $430.004-0-0
March 14, 2023movedproceed with replacing the roof of City Hall with 50-year steel for $53,000 pending KMU approval of an interfund loan from the electric fund4-0-0
March 14, 2023movedrenew Kenyon Country Club's liquor license4-0-0
March 14, 2023movedadjourn the meeting at 8:26 p.m4-0-0
March 14, 2023secondedapprove the liquor request for Savannah Bleess in Depot Park5-0-0
January 10, 2023movedapprove Resolution 2023-01. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Helgeson - Aye5-0-0
January 10, 2023movedapprove Resolution 2023-02 authorizing the acceptance of the 2022 donations of $23,281.24. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Helgeson - Aye5-0-0
January 10, 2023secondedapprove the proposed 8% increase to the sanitary sewer rates beginning with the April billing period that begins March 15, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Helgeson - Aye5-0-0
January 10, 2023secondedchange the signatories on the City of Kenyon account at the Security State Bank of Kenyon, deleting Dan Rechtzigel and adding Molly Ryan. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan – Aye, Helgeson - Aye5-0-0
December 13, 2022movedapprove Bolton & Menk's final design proposal for the 2023 street improvement project in the amount of $54,2364-0-0
December 13, 2022movedapprove the transfer of fire department year end remaining funds to capital funds4-0-0
December 13, 2022movedclose the City Office and Library at noon on Friday, December 23 and close the library on Saturday, December 244-0-0
December 13, 2022secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 74311 through 74404; 4308E through 4354E4-0-0
December 13, 2022secondedadopt Resolution 2022-24 adopting the 2023 budget and establishing the tax levy of $1,183,301 payable in 20234-0-0
December 13, 2022secondedadopt Resolution 2022-25 committing capital fund balances4-0-0
December 13, 2022secondedapprove the transfer of public works year end remaining funds, including street maintenance, pool, and parks, to capital funds4-0-0
December 13, 2022secondedadopt a wage increase of $200 per year starting in 2023 for the KMU Commissioners4-0-0
December 13, 2022secondedadjourn the meeting at 6:16 p.m4-0-0
November 16, 2022movedapprove the agenda5-0-0
November 16, 2022movedadopt Resolution 2022-23 designating the Fire Hall as the annual polling place for 20235-0-0
November 16, 2022secondedapprove pay application No. 2 to DeCook Drainage in the amount of $1052.355-0-0
November 16, 2022secondedapprove the 2023 agreement with Goodhue County for State Building Code Administration5-0-0
October 11, 2022movedreschedule the November Council meeting to Wednesday, November 16 at 7:00 pm. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Bailey - Aye4-0-0
October 11, 2022movedadjourn the meeting at 8:03 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Bailey - Aye4-0-0
October 11, 2022secondedadopt Administrative Policy #33 covering electronic fund transfers. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Helgeson – Aye, Bailey - Aye4-0-0
September 13, 2022movedapprove the agenda4-0-0
September 13, 2022movedadjourn the meeting at 7:41 p.m4-0-0
September 13, 2022secondedapprove partial pay application No. 1 to Decook in the amount of $45,533.554-0-0
September 13, 2022secondedapprove Bolton & Menk's proposal for final design and bidding services at an estimated cost of $118,135.004-0-0
September 13, 2022secondedapprove replacing the sludge pump and mixing system at a cost of $48,600.004-0-0
August 30, 2022moveddirect City Engineer, and Public Works Superintendent to prepare scope recommendation for 2023 Street paving and overlay projects. Approved 5-0-0 11 Motion by Ryan, second by Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m5-0-0
August 30, 2022secondedapprove the base project for the Pearl Street Sewer main rerouting and replacement. Motion5-0-0
August 15, 2022movedadjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m4-0-0
July 12, 2022movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 73818 through 73912; 4065E through 4112E5-0-0
July 12, 2022movedreschedule the August council meeting to Monday, August 15 at 5:00 pm5-0-0
July 12, 2022secondedadopt Resolution 2022-165-0-0
July 12, 2022secondeddirect the City Administrator to get quotes for installation of a fiber/internet cable between city hall and the police department by the August meeting5-0-0
May 10, 2022movedapprove the proposed quote including base and alternate work from DeCook Drainage for the North Street Drainage Improvements in the amount of $46,018.47. Motion4-0-0
May 10, 2022movedapprove the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 30, 20224-0-0
May 10, 2022secondedapprove the amended agenda4-0-0
May 10, 2022secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 73626 through 73719; 3955E through 4000E4-0-0
May 10, 2022secondedapprove contracting with CEDA for a community development staff person 8 hours per week4-0-0
May 10, 2022secondedapprove purchase of Lucas Chest Compression machine for Fire Department4-0-0
May 10, 2022secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:03 p.m4-0-0
April 12, 2022movedapprove the amended agenda5-0-0
April 12, 2022movedapprove the MetroNet agreement with the City of Kenyon5-0-0
April 12, 2022movedapprove the Ag land lease renewal with Scott Wickum for 2022-20245-0-0
April 12, 2022movedrenew the VFW's liquor license including Sunday sales5-0-0
April 12, 2022secondedaccept Empire Pipe Services proposal for sanitary sewer televising & cleaning of the Pearl Creek and Forest Street mains in the amount of $12,782.685-0-0
April 12, 2022secondedapprove the catering permit for 2nd Street Saloon LLC dba Lacey's Kitchen and Cocktails5-0-0
April 12, 2022secondedadopt Resolution 2022-125-0-0
April 12, 2022secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m5-0-0
March 8, 2022movedadopt Resolution 2022-07 granting approval for a lot combination for 8 Kirk Hiner4-0-0
March 8, 2022movedadopt Resolution 2022-08 granting approval for a lot combination for Julie Torres4-0-0
March 8, 2022secondedapprove the amended agenda4-0-0
March 8, 2022secondedrenew Kenyon Country Club's liquor license4-0-0
March 8, 2022secondedappoint Molly Ryan to the KMU Commission4-0-0
March 8, 2022secondedapprove Kenyon Police Department's Conducted Energy Weapons policy #20 revision4-0-0
March 8, 2022secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:53 p.m4-0-0
January 11, 2022movedapprove the agenda. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 73146 through 73255; 3847E through 3854E. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022movedapprove Resolution 2022-01. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan – Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022movedadopt Resolution 2022-05 approving the lot split for Cecelia Foss. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022movedadopt Resolution 2022-03 declaring vacant City Council seat. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022movedapprove the Library Assistant job description and posting. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022secondedapprove the proposal by Bolton & Menk to proceed with the preliminary data collection on the Pearl Creek and Forest Street sanitary sewer improvements at a cost of $8,946. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022secondedapprove the annual refuse, recycling, sidewalk, dance, and mobile merchant licenses. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022secondedapprove 2022 rates for legal services. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye 94-0-0
January 11, 2022secondedapprove Resolution 2022-02 authorizing the acceptance of the 2021 donations of $17,510.02. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Bailey – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
January 11, 2022secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:52 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Henke- Aye, Rechtzigel – Aye, Gard – Aye, Ryan - Aye4-0-0
December 14, 2021secondedadjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m4-0-0
November 9, 2021movedapprove the Consent Agenda and payment of check numbers 72943 through 73027; 3813E through 3829E; and additional checks 73028 through 730345-0-0
November 9, 2021movedauthorize the purchase of the quoted Bobcat "Toolcat" UW56 vehicle5-0-0
November 9, 2021secondedadopt the revised Fire Department Standard Operation Procedure5-0-0
November 9, 2021secondedadopt Resolution 2021-15 adopting assessment for delinquent utility bills5-0-0
November 9, 2021secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:26 p.m5-0-0
October 12, 2021movedapprove the agenda5-0-0
October 12, 2021movedadopt Resolution 2021-145-0-0
October 12, 2021secondedapprove the liquor license for Lacey's Kitchen and Cocktails5-0-0
September 14, 2021movedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes hiring a part-time liquor store employee and payment of check numbers 72675 through 72781; 3783E through 3797E; and additional checks 72799 through 728154-0-0
September 14, 2021movedaccept the quote from WH Security to upgrade the cameras and DVR in the liquor store4-0-0
September 14, 2021movedadjourn the meeting at 7:48 p.m4-0-0
September 14, 2021secondedapprove the agenda4-0-0
September 14, 2021secondedadopt Resolution 2021-12 adopting the 2022 preliminary budget and levy, which is a maximum of 6.4%4-0-0
September 14, 2021secondedapprove the purchase of the 2018 Ford Explorer police vehicle4-0-0
August 10, 2021secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
August 10, 2021secondedapprove pay request No. 11 to Wencl Construction in the amount of $1,283.54 for work completed through July 20215-0-0
August 10, 2021secondedapprove the KAHS Oktoberfest Event on September 18, 2021 with alcohol sales at the Gunderson House5-0-0
August 10, 2021secondedapprove for a five year agreement for audit services with Abdo, Eick and Meyers5-0-0
July 13, 2021movedapprove pay request No. 5 to A-1 Excavating in the amount of $57,513.00 for work completed through June 26th4-0-0
July 13, 2021movedadopt Ordinance 98: An Ordinance to Rezone a Parcel of Land Owned by Robert Kyllo from I-1 (General Industrial) to C-2 (General Commercial)4-0-0
July 13, 2021movedapprove a 15-minute parking zone in front of the post office4-0-0
July 13, 2021secondedapprove the amended agenda4-0-0
July 13, 2021secondedaccept the low bid of $77,448.80 from Griffin Construction for the FEMA Flood repairs4-0-0
July 13, 2021secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m4-0-0
June 8, 2021movedadjourn the meeting at 8:47 p.m4-0-0
June 8, 2021secondedapprove the agenda4-0-0
June 8, 2021secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 72320 through 72386; 3731E through 3748E; and additional checks 72387 through 724124-0-0
June 8, 2021secondedapprove pay request No. 4 to A-1 Excavating in the amount of $104,360.16 for work completed through May 21st4-0-0
April 13, 2021movedapprove the 2021 agreement with Luis Tellez – Taco Express for $350.005-0-0
April 13, 2021movedincrease the pay of pool employees $1.00 per hour5-0-0
April 13, 2021movedadjourn the meeting at 8:53 p.m5-0-0
April 13, 2021secondedapprove the amended agenda5-0-0
April 13, 2021secondedaccept the proposal from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for the 2021 crack fill project and to grant authority to the Public Works Director to revise project quantities, as needed to complete crack filling and stay within the approved street maintenance budget5-0-0
April 13, 2021secondedenter into a new three-year contract with Flom Disposal5-0-0
March 9, 2021movedopen the Public hearing at 7:04pm5-0-0
March 9, 2021movedapprove the solicitation of quotes for the 2021 crack seal project5-0-0
March 9, 2021movedrenew Kenyon Country Club's liquor license5-0-0
March 9, 2021movedadjourn the meeting at 8:27 p.m5-0-0
March 9, 2021secondedapprove the agenda5-0-0
March 9, 2021secondedapprove the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers, 71997 through 72081; 3679E through 3690E; and additional checks 72082 through 721045-0-0
March 9, 2021secondedadopt Ordinance No. 97 amending Section 845 regarding regulation of trees, grass, and weeds in public streets and public property5-0-0
March 9, 2021secondedapprove the 2021 rate increase for criminal prosecution services for Jacobsen Law firm5-0-0
March 9, 2021secondedapprove the purchase of the quoted Cub Cadet from Kenyon Ace Hardware5-0-0
February 9, 2021movedapprove the Kenyon PD Eyewitness Identification procedure5-0-0
February 9, 2021secondedadjourn the meeting at 8:09 p.m5-0-0

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August 6, 2026present
July 14, 2026present
June 30, 2026present
June 9, 2026present
May 18, 2026present
April 14, 2026present
March 10, 2026present
January 28, 2026absent
January 13, 2026present
December 9, 2025present
December 2, 2025absent
November 12, 2025present
October 14, 2025present
October 6, 2025present
September 9, 2025present
August 26, 2025present
August 12, 2025absent
July 16, 2025present
July 8, 2025absent
June 30, 2025present
June 10, 2025present
May 13, 2025present
April 8, 2025present
March 11, 2025present
February 11, 2025present
January 14, 2025present
December 10, 2024present
December 3, 2024absent
November 12, 2024present
November 7, 2024present
October 29, 2024present
October 8, 2024present
September 10, 2024present
July 30, 2024present
July 9, 2024absent
June 20, 2024present
June 11, 2024present
May 22, 2024present
May 14, 2024present
April 25, 2024present
April 23, 2024present
April 9, 2024present
February 13, 2024absent
January 9, 2024present
December 12, 2023absent
December 5, 2023absent
November 28, 2023present
November 14, 2023present
October 25, 2023present
October 10, 2023present
September 12, 2023present
September 6, 2023absent
August 8, 2023present
July 11, 2023present
June 13, 2023present
May 9, 2023present
April 11, 2023absent
March 28, 2023present
March 14, 2023present
February 14, 2023absent
January 24, 2023absent
January 10, 2023present
December 13, 2022present
December 6, 2022absent
November 16, 2022present
October 26, 2022present
October 11, 2022present
September 13, 2022present
September 7, 2022present
August 30, 2022present
August 15, 2022present
July 12, 2022present
June 14, 2022absent
May 10, 2022present
April 14, 2022absent
April 12, 2022present
March 8, 2022present
February 8, 2022absent
January 11, 2022present
December 14, 2021present
November 9, 2021present
October 12, 2021present
September 14, 2021present
September 8, 2021absent
August 10, 2021present
July 13, 2021present
June 8, 2021present
May 11, 2021absent
April 13, 2021present
March 9, 2021present
February 9, 2021present
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September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 6th day of August 2026. The meeting was called to order by Acting Mayor Bailey. The following members were present: Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard, Kim Helgeson Absent: Don Kirchmann…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…lled to order by Acting Mayor Bailey. The following members were present: Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard, Kim Helgeson Absent: Don Kirchmann Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Administ…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…t 4. They tabled these variances and the replat until the developer submits supplemental materials. Motion by Bailey seconded by Gard to extend the review period to a maximum of 120 days for these three variances and preliminary plat. Motion carr…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…66.180.0052. The split section would be sold to the neighbor located in the center of this parcel. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-29 approving the minor subdivision for Gerald Bartel. Motion carried 4-0-0. Lot Com…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…Abdo Jessi Sturtz from Abdo reviewed the second quarter 2026 financial report. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to accept the second quarter financial report. Motion carried 4-0-0. Schedule of Upcoming Meetings KMU Meeting: Tuesday, August 1…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…the Farmer's Market and she invited everyone to come out and enjoy Rose Fest. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 8:28 p.m. Motion carried 4-0-0. Holli Gudknecht, Deputy Clerk Mary Bailey, Acting Mayor 13 Agenda Item…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…______________________________Administrator Scott Lehner ___________________________________Acting Mayor Mary Bailey 9 CITY OF KENYON 709 2nd Street Kenyon, MN 55946 507.789.6415 info@cityofkenyon.com www.cityofkenyon.com MEMORANDUM August 6, 202…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Absent: Kim Helgeson Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Administrative Assistan…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…if there was anything the council could do to help, like a coalition or a cooperative. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Bailey seconded by Gard to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Gard requested that Item IV/A/ Approva…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…at Depot Park be removed from the Consent Agenda and added to XII/New Business/F. Motion by Gard seconded by Bailey to approve the following Consent Agenda items, excluding the approval of the liquor license at the Depot Park: Approve Request fo…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…crease. Billy Dyrdahl asked how much the rates went up and how the garbage cart size is determined. Motion by Bailey second by Gard to close the Public Hearing at 7:20 p.m. Motion carried 4-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Recognition of Pool Staff – Ad…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…g & Trucking -Pay Application No. 7 Pay request No. 7 includes work completed through July 3, 2026. Motion by Bailey seconded by Sjolander to approve pay application #7 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $461,189.14. Motion carried 4-0-0.…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Officer Dan England, Heather Dewitz, Police…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. The Oath of Office will be administered by the Mayor for Councilmember Bailey The Oath of Office was administered to Mary Bailey by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander se…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…Office will be administered by the Mayor for Councilmember Bailey The Oath of Office was administered to Mary Bailey by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carr…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…stered to Mary Bailey by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Parker Burdorf, newly hired line worker/water operator introduced him…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…ed 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Parker Burdorf, newly hired line worker/water operator introduced himself. Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes: Resolution 2026-19: Approving Amendments to the Bylaws of the K…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…ication No. 6 Pay request No. 6 includes work completed through May 29, 2026. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve pay application #6 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $302,822.76. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL OLD BUSINESS TIF…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…2026 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL IA. The Oath of Office administered for city council member Mary Bailey Summary Report II. CITIZEN COMMENTS III. ADOPT AGENDA IIIA. Adopt the Agenda for 6-9-26 Summary Report 6-9-26 Agenda Council Meet…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…DA SECTION: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL SUBJECT: The Oath of Office administered for city council member Mary Bailey SUGGESTED ACTION: Mayor Kirchmann will administer the oath to Mary Bailey ATTACHMENTS: 4 AGENDA ITEM NO. IIIA. Agenda Item Summar…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…stered for city council member Mary Bailey SUGGESTED ACTION: Mayor Kirchmann will administer the oath to Mary Bailey ATTACHMENTS: 4 AGENDA ITEM NO. IIIA. Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: June 9, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Holli G…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…June 9, 2026 The Oath of Office will be administered by the Mayor Don Kirchmann for City Council Member Mary Bailey Recite Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL II. CITIZEN COMMENTS III. ADOPT AGENDA IV. CONSENT AGENDA ** All…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…lowing were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council members, Kim Helgeson, Deanna Gard, and Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Brett Reese, Alex…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…mount of $1.855 million for 26 years. Motion carried 5-0-0. Other Project-Related Matters None Council Member Bailey Resignation Resolution 2026-17: Declaring a Vacancy to Exist in the Office of City Council and Providing for the Appointment Ther…
May 18, 20265.18.26 Special Council Meeting…n Real Estate 2 LLC "Sunset Homes" redevelopment project. 2. Other project-related matters. 3. Council Member Bailey Resignation a. Resolution 2026-17: Declaring a Vacancy to Exist in the Office of City Council and Providing for the Appointment T…
May 18, 20265.18.26 Special Council Meeting…TO EXIST IN THE OFFICE OF CITY COUNCIL AND PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT THEREOF WHEREAS, Council Member Mary Bailey has tendered her resignation to the City of Kenyon City Council by letter effective December 31, 2026, such letter being set fort…
May 18, 20265.18.26 Special Council Meeting…e City Council declares a vacancy to exist in the office of the City Council by virtue of Council Member Mary Bailey's resignation submitted in writing to the City. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 412.02, Subd. 2a., t…
May 18, 20265.18.26 Special Council Meeting…ouncilwill fill by appointment a successorto serve the remainder of the unexpired term of Council Member Mary Bailey, until a special election for the office is held at the next regular City election in 2026. Adopted this 18th day of May, 2026. _…
May 18, 20265.18.26 Special Council Meeting…mann, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator EXHIBIT "A" Mary Bailey Resignation Letter Mary Bailey City Council 05/13/2026 Dear Mayor, Council Members and City Administrator, Please accept this as…
May 18, 20265.18.26 Special Council Meeting…____________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator EXHIBIT "A" Mary Bailey Resignation Letter Mary Bailey City Council 05/13/2026 Dear Mayor, Council Members and City Administrator, Please accept this as my formal resignation from the…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Ci…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…EMBER Resolution 2026-11 Appointing Deanna Gard to serve as Council Member until the next election. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-11. Motion carried 4-0-0. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Bailey to appoint Deanna…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…ailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-11. Motion carried 4-0-0. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Bailey to appoint Deanna Gard to the Planning Commission. Motion carried 5-0-0. The Oath of Office will be administered by the Mayor for…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…otion by Sjolander seconded by Helgeson to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to approve the amended Consent Agenda, which includes: On-Sale Liquor License Renewal- Kenyon VFW 2026 Sanitar…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…replacement needs to be incorporated into the state's project. Two televising quotes were received. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to approve the quote from Visu-Sewer to televise under Highway 60. Motion carried 5-0-0. 2025 Street & Utili…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…blishment of TIF District No. 2-1 Therein and Adoption of a TIF Plan Therefor Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2026-12, Resolution 2026-13, Resolution 2026-14, and Resolution 2026-15. Motion carried 5-0-0. OLD BUSINESS 2…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Absent: Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Ol…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…re of this issue and is working to find a satisfactory solution. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander second by Helgeson to approve the amended Consent…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…staff to help ensure the continuation of operational efficiencies of the City. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to approve the hire of both Rachel Goven and Heather Dewitz as part- time Administrative Assistants at $23.00 per hour. Motion ca…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…Quarter Financial Report – Abdo Jessi Sturtz from Abdo reviewed the third quarter financial report. Motion by Bailey seconded by Kirchmann to accept the third quarter financial report. Motion carried 4-0-0. Council Member Brunner Resignation Admi…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…eclaring a Vacancy to Exist in the Office of City Council and Providing for the Appointment Thereof Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-08 accepting Brunner's resignation and declaring a vacancy to the city council. Mot…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…achel and Heather. Council Member Sjolander thanked Elana Brunner for her time on the council. Council Member Bailey thanked everyone who does math and takes care of the budget. Mayor Kirchmann thanked Elana Brunner for her time on the council. C…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Oling…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…you have any questions for the commission, please contact Todd. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Brunner to approve the amended Consent A…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…ompleted during the 2025 construction season. Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking Change Order No. 1 Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to approve Change Order No.1 for Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Rebound Proj…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…n from the city would improve the application rating. Resolution 2026-03: Approving the Application Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-03. Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2026-04: Expressing the City of Kenyon's Willi…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…-05: Approving the Application and Committing the Local Match and Authorizing 13 Contract Signature Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to adopt Resolution 2026-05. Motion carried 5-0-0. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 2026 Appointments and Designatio…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…lic Utility Commission a. Don Kirchmann 4. Historic Preservation Commission a. Vacant 5. Park & Recreation a. Bailey Ament b. Vacant 6. Appointments a. Acting Mayor – Mary Bailey b. Legal Newspaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State B…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Oling…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…you have any questions for the commission, please contact Todd. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Brunner to approve the amended Consent A…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…ompleted during the 2025 construction season. Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking Change Order No. 1 Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to approve Change Order No.1 for Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Rebound Proj…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…n from the city would improve the application rating. Resolution 2026-03: Approving the Application Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-03. Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2026-04: Expressing the City of Kenyon's Willi…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…6-05: Approving the Application and Committing the Local Match and Authorizing 9 Contract Signature Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to adopt Resolution 2026-05. Motion carried 5-0-0. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 2026 Appointments and Designatio…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…lic Utility Commission a. Don Kirchmann 4. Historic Preservation Commission a. Vacant 5. Park & Recreation a. Bailey Ament b. Vacant 6. Appointments a. Acting Mayor – Mary Bailey b. Legal Newspaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State B…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…ld Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assis…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…that the city not ban bow hunting within city limits, especially on private property. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Bailey seconded by Lee to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to approve the Co…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…iley seconded by Lee to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes: City to Remain with BCBS Health Insurance for 2026 MN Family Leave Act - the city…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…rative assistant. AYES: Councilmember Kirchmann, Councilmember Helgeson, Councilmember Brunner, Councilmember Bailey — NAYS: Councilmember Sjolander — ABSTAIN: None. Motion carried 4-1-0. ENGINEERING 6th Street Reconstruction – LRIP Funding Appli…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated….51. 2025 Street and Utility Improvements – Fitzgerald Excavating & Trucking -Pay Application No. 3 Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to approve pay application #3 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $494,533.51. Motion carried 5-0-0. L…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…s safer than firearm hunting. He felt it was unreasonable to outlaw bow hunting in city limits. Councilmember Bailey read a script concerning her opposition to restricting the bow hunting aspect of the ordinance. The council agreed that bow hunti…
November 12, 202511-12-25 Council Packet(1)…following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander (here at 8:29 pm), Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo, Beth Klimmek-Gallagher, Abby Polzine-Abdo Also, present: City Admin…
November 12, 202511-12-25 Council Packet(1)…Cordes, Chris Cordes The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to approve th…
November 12, 202511-12-25 Council Packet(1)…seconded by Brunner to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes: Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77490 through 77623; 6195E through 7026E…
November 12, 202511-12-25 Council Packet(1)…ording to Minnesota Statutes, public business cannot be conducted on a holiday. Motion by Brunner seconded by Bailey to reschedule the November council meeting to Wednesday, November 12. Motion carried 5-0-0. Schedule for Upcoming Meetings KMU Me…
November 12, 202511-12-25 Council Packet(1)…Member Brunner thanked all staff and the Park & Rec committee for their work on the Fall Festival. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Motion carried 5-0-0. 57 Holli Gudknecht, Deputy City Clerk Donald Kirch…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…ld Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Kim Helgeson Absent: Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrativ…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…he meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to approve the Consent Agenda, wh…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…r seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes: Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77410 through 77489; 5999E through 6194E…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…ear, but it cannot be increased. 10 Resolution 2025-23: Adopting the 2026 Preliminary Budget & Levy Motion by Bailey seconded by Kirchmann to adopt Resolution 2025-23 adopting the 2026 preliminary budget and levy, which is a maximum of 9.93%. Mot…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…t in the building. There was already $215,000 in the budget for this project. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the preliminary estimates for the municipal liquor store expansion. Motion carried 4-0-0. Police Department Gun Range…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…COMMENTS Council member Sjolander thanked city staff who helped with the Karl Haugen funeral. Council member Bailey thanked everyone for shaving their budgets. Council member Helgeson stated that Park and Rec has started planning for Fall Fest o…
September 9, 20259-9-25 Council Packet…esent: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Brittni Schmitz…
September 9, 20259-9-25 Council Packet…ambers at 5:30 p.m. on the 26th day of August 2025. The following members were present: Council Members: Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Lee Sjolander (here @ 5:50 pm) Via Zoom: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Absent: Kim Helgeson Also, pr…
September 9, 20259-9-25 Council Packet…lom, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, KMU Operations Superintendent Randy Eggert, Andrew Deziel Acting Mayor Bailey called the work session to order at 5:30 pm. The purpose of the work session was to review the draft 2026 Levy and department bud…
September 9, 20259-9-25 Council Packet…council was in consensus that they would like to keep the increase under 10%. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 7:58p.m. Motion Carried 4-0-0 Holli Gudknecht, Administrative Assistant Mary Bailey, Acting Mayor 11 AG…
September 9, 20259-9-25 Council Packet…Bailey to adjourn the meeting at 7:58p.m. Motion Carried 4-0-0 Holli Gudknecht, Administrative Assistant Mary Bailey, Acting Mayor 11 AGENDA ITEM NO. VII.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: September 9, 2025 SUBMITTED BY:…
August 12, 20258.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated…: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Kim Helgeson Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney S…
August 12, 20258.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated…include the three alternates. Resolution 2025-19: Accepting Bid 2025 Street & Utility Improvements Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2025-19 accepting the bid from Fitzgerald Excavating with the addition of alternates 1,…
August 12, 20258.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated…2025. The following were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council members, Elana Brunner, Kim Helgeson, and Mary Bailey. Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, George Eilertson…
August 12, 20258.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated…Resolution 2025-22 Awarding the Sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2025A Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2025-22 Awarding the Sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2025A. Motion carried 4-0-0. Abdo Proposal for A…
August 12, 20258.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated…to approve the contract with Abdo for contracted services. Motion carried 4-0-0. Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to adjourn the special Council meeting at 5:34 pm. Motion Carried 5-0-0 Holli Gudknecht, Deputy City Clerk Donald Kirchmann, Mayo…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…ald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana Brunner Absent: None Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gud…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…seth, Brad Falteysek The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander second by Brunner to approve…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…n the audit. Continued Assessment Hearing - 2025 Street & Utility Improvements Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to open the public hearing at 7:19 pm. Motion carried 5-0-0. Attorney Riggs stated that this Public Hearing was a continuation of…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…re received. No action regarding the assessments was taken since the project will be rebid in July. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to continue the public hearing until July 8, 2025 at 7:00 pm. Motion carried 5-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Pro…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…n beginning as soon as late July. Resolution 2025-18: Approving Plans & Specs & Ordering Ad for Bid Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2025-18 with removal of the 8th Street sidewalk alternative. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…W BUSINESS Resolution 2025-17: Accepting the 2024 Audited Financial Statements Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2025-17: accepting the 2024 audited financial statements. Motion carried 5-0-0. Administrative Policy #38: De…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…ald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana Brunner Absent: Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknech…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…ger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Doug Ims-Icon LLC, Aaron Dean, John Lee, Josh Johnson, Bailey Ament, Dana Callstrom, Lynn Miller, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Allan and Connie Turner The meet…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…sue the City of Kenyon if his client was not awarded the contract. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Brunner seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to approve the Consent Agenda, wh…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…DA Motion by Brunner seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes: Financials and Payment of check numbers, 77072 through 77140; 5…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…assessment was too high and the resident at 608 8th Street was opposed to the 8th Street sidewalk. Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to continue the public hearing until June 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm. Motion carried 5-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Hir…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…vements Attorney Riggs recommended rejecting all the bids and starting over on the bidding process. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to reject all the bids for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements project and start over. Motion carried 5…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…Council chambers at 6:00 p.m. on the 29th day of April 2025. The meeting was called to order by Acting Mayor Bailey. The following members were present: Kim Helgeson and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Mayor Don Kirchmann Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, pre…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…Holli Gudknecht, Operations Superintendent Randy Eggert, and Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich Acting Mayor Bailey called the Council work session to order at 6:07 pm Presentation – Capital Finance Planning - George Eilertson, Northland Securit…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…nner to adjourn the meeting at 7:51 p.m. Motion carried 3-0-0. Holli Gudknecht, Administrative Assistant Mary Bailey, Acting Mayor 14 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a City Council Meeting was duly held in the City Council chambers at 7:…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…ald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey (arrived at 7:17 p.m.), and Elana Brunner Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative As…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…Officer Brian Homeier, Lizzie Cooper-Kenyon Leader, Doug Ims-Icon LLC, John Lee, Josh Johnson, Todd Greseth, Bailey Ament, Bonnie Rapp, Brenda Tellez, Caleb Langer, Lorry and Jennifer Kispert, Shannon & Pat Shea, The meeting opened with the Pled…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…60-85 turbines. She wanted to get awareness out there since this would probably affect the city in some way. Bailey Ament questioned what the process was for allowing chickens in the residential area for educational purposes. She presented possi…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…the City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 11th day of March 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mary Bailey. The following members were present: Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Absent: Mayor Do…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…o order by Mary Bailey. The following members were present: Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Absent: Mayor Don Kirchmann Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gud…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…g Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2025-11. Motion carried 4-0-0. 9 2025 Chip Seal Project Engineer Olinger reviewed the ci…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…year. The proposed 2025 project is estimated to cost between $80,000-$90,000. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to direct the City Engineer to collect quotes for the 2025 chip seal project. Motion carried 4-0-0. LEGAL OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINE…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…25-10 Accepting Kenyon Fire Relief Association Donations to the City of Kenyon Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2025-10 accepting donations of $10,000.00 from the Kenyon Fire Relief Association to the fire truck fund. Mot…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…s owned by the liquor store. He would like to convert it into an off sale with a separate entrance. Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to give approval to Manager Bartel to start the process of expansion of the Muni into the NAPA building. Moti…
March 11, 20253-11-25 council packet (1)…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Oling…
March 11, 20253-11-25 council packet (1)…er month to $13.00 a month for residential customers. Non-residential rates will also be increased. Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to approve the recommended sanitary and storm sewer utility rates for 2025. Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2…
March 11, 20253-11-25 council packet (1)…8: Approve Submission of Redevelopment Grant Application in Connection with 127 Gunderson Boulevard Motion by Bailey seconded by Brunner to adopt Resolution 2025-08. Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2025-09: Commit Local Match for Redevelopment G…
March 11, 20253-11-25 council packet (1)…n and Authorize Contract Signatures in Connection with 127 Gunderson Boulevard Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to adopt Resolution 2025-09. Motion carried 5-0-0. Schedule for Upcoming Meetings KMU Meeting: Tuesday, February 18th @ 4:00 p.m.…
March 11, 20253-11-25 council packet (1)…the recent fire in town. They went above and beyond to help the residents out without getting paid. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m. Motion carried 5-0-0. 10 Scott Lehner, City Administrator Donald Kirchma…
March 11, 20253-11-25 council packet (1)…ons City Council Members: Kim Helgeson Richard Schrantz (Mi-Tech) MARCH, 2025 Elana Brunner 612-368-9068 Mary Bailey Lumen/CenturyLink SHEET NUMBER SHEET TITLE Lee Sjolander Dustin Barth City Engineer: Dustin.Barth@lumen.com HIL L GENERAL Derek O…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…n. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Interim City Administrator Frank Boyles, Administrative Assist…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…Jim Malloy, Matt Brunner, Daren Strobel- Kenyon Leader The Oath of Office was read by Donald Kirchmann, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded b…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…he meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Remove the following items from the agenda and add them to the consen…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…aw - Request for Increase to Fees for 2025 Criminal Prosecution Contract from XI / New Business / F Motion by Bailey second by Helgeson to approve the amended Consent Agenda, which includes: Payment of check numbers, 75739 through 75835; 5258E th…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…hearing. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the zoning changes to the City Council. 12 Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Ordinance No.108. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Br…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…Council. 12 Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Ordinance No.108. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 5-0-0. Ordinance No. 109 Adding Section 520.37 to the Kenyon…
January 14, 20251-14-25 council packet (1)…ion Commission 1. Vacant 6. Park & Recreation 1. Jill Warner 2. Vacant 7. Appointments 1. Acting Mayor – Mary Bailey 2. Legal Newspaper – Kenyon Leader 3. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities 4. City Attorney – Scott Riggs,…
January 14, 20251-14-25 council packet (1)…f Office will be administered by the City Administrator for Mayor Don Kirchmann and City Council Members Mary Bailey and Elana Brunner Recite Pledge of Allegiance 7:00. I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL II. CITIZEN COMMENTS III. ADOPT AGENDA IV. CON…
January 14, 20251-14-25 council packet (1)…n Commission a. Vacant 6. Park & Recreation a. Jill Warner 8 b. Vacant 7. Appointments a. Acting Mayor – Mary Bailey b. Legal Newspaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs,…