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Scott Riggs

City Attorney, Kennedy & Graven

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302mentions in 73 documents
2019–2026years in the record

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MeetingWhat the summary records
July 14, 2026Recommended approval of the Kenyon Crossing agreements and explained the city's park alcohol rules
June 30, 2026Explained the purpose of the public hearing and that the resolutions created the framework for the project to move forward.
June 9, 2026Advised that two public hearings are needed for the TIF District and paperwork must go to DEED by June 30
May 18, 2026Advised on resignation timing to place the vacancy on the November ballot
April 14, 2026Explained the four Rebound Sunset Home resolutions and the city's options on flag display
March 10, 2026Attended the meeting
January 28, 2026Stated that a closed session was not necessary and recommended approval of the separation resolution
January 13, 2026Explained the Rebound Real Estate grant application, recommended tabling Resolution 2026-04; designated City Attorney
December 9, 2025Reviewed Ordinance No. 113, the MN Paid Leave Policy, the Firebird LLC agreement and the CMPAS power agreement
November 12, 2025Attended the meeting; power sales agreement approved subject to review by city staff and the city attorney
October 6, 2025Attended the closed session and recommended the two motions that came out of it
July 8, 2025Attended the meeting.
June 30, 2025Stated the Council's summary of conclusions, that the decision was to continue employment with Mr. Ehrich.
June 10, 2025Noted the hearing was a continuation of the May 13 hearing and advised that a submitted resignation is effective under Minnesota law
May 13, 2025Recommended rejecting all bids and restarting bidding; reviewed the history of the chicken ordinance; finalized a Business Park developer's agreement.
March 11, 2025Attended; had reviewed KMU contracts and the organizational chart with Administrator Lehner.
January 14, 2025Summarized Ordinances 108 through 112 and explained the Goodhue County cannabis delegation agreement
November 12, 2024Recommended deferring the cannabis retail registration decision; wished everyone an early Happy Thanksgiving
September 10, 2024Attended the meeting
July 9, 2024Explained the animal control code revisions and the South Central Service Cooperative contract review.
June 11, 2024Explained the Countryside Meadows covenants history, advised on animal ordinance enforcement, reviewed the rezoning and lot combination, and warned of liability insurance needs for public building use
May 22, 2024Attended the work session
May 14, 2024Summarized the history of the Interim Administrator position since April 1, 2024 at the special session
April 25, 2024Contacted a retired city administrator about the interim role, participated in the interview, and drew up a possible contract
April 9, 2024Reviewed the draft tobacco ordinance and the C-1 zoning draft; reported he had not yet found an interim city administrator
January 9, 2024Reviewed the 2024 legal service rates
December 12, 2023Attended the meeting; no legal items were presented
October 25, 2023Attended the work session.
October 10, 2023Presented the Boyum lot combination and discussed the laws and regulations of gambling
September 12, 2023Explained the CFS lot split application at 806 2nd Street
August 8, 2023Reviewed the proposed cannabis ordinances and explained agreements and covenants needing release for the Sunset Home sale.
July 11, 2023Reviewed draft interim Ordinance No. 102 on cannabis and reported receiving the legal description for the Traxler land swap from Rapp Surveying.
June 13, 2023Reported on the Traxler alley survey and land exchange deeds and reviewed the new cannabis law
May 9, 2023Explained the Traxler right-of-way swap request, the Federal Fair Housing Act reasonable accommodation request, chicken ordinance options, and the LMCIT liability waiver decision
April 11, 2023Presented the Traxler right-of-way request and recommended realigning the alley to the north
March 14, 2023Explained the bond sale public hearing requirement and updated the council on the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance
February 14, 2023Updated the council on the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance citation and February 23 arraignment
January 10, 2023Reviewed 2023 legal service rates and welcomed Lee Sjolander to the Council.
December 13, 2022Updated Council on the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance property cleanup.
November 16, 2022Updated Council on 1 Langford Avenue nuisance cleanup and presented the county building code agreement and Resolutions 2022-21, 2022-22 and 2022-23
October 11, 2022Updated Council on the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance cleanup and correspondence with the owners' attorney
September 13, 2022Reported on enforcement at 1 Langford Avenue and presented the 413 Skogen Drive lot split and combination request
July 12, 2022Presented evidence on the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance, outlined enforcement options, and explained the street vacation and summary publication of Ordinance No. 99.
June 14, 2022Outlined enforcement options for the 1 Langford Avenue nuisance and explained the need for Ordinance 99 revisions.
May 10, 2022Explained the Klatt request to vacate right of way north of the west end of 1st Street and the need for a public hearing.
April 12, 2022Presented Resolutions 2022-11, 2022-13 and 2022-14, the MetroNet franchise letter agreement, the Wickum ag lease renewal and the Lacey's caterer's permit.
March 8, 2022Presented the Hiner lot split, Hiner lot combination and Torres lot combination items
January 11, 2022Reviewed 2022 legal service rates and explained the resolution declaring the vacant council seat
December 14, 2021Explained the state opioid settlement and the need for the City to opt in
November 9, 2021Advised that the internal police posting request is reasonable
October 12, 2021Presented the on-sale and Sunday liquor license application from Heather Thram
August 10, 2021Attended; no legal items were presented
July 13, 2021Advised against a change order until work is completed; recommended moving forward with MetroNet; reviewed the Kyllo rezoning request
June 8, 2021Explained the Wholesale Power Agreement and said the tower removal request would require more research
May 11, 2021Presented the Viking 2nd Addition plat and Barsness water/sewer request; recommended plat approval subject to conditions
April 13, 2021Reviewed three options for future trash hauling and explained the Schiller lot combination process.
March 9, 2021Explained the alley vacation hearing requirement and the easement status, and presented revisions to Ordinance No. 97.
February 9, 2021Reported delays on draft amendments to the tree ordinance.
January 12, 2021Advised that a resolution was required to accept the land donation; congratulated departing members
August 13, 2019Discussed filling the mayoral vacancy and reported the 411 Bullis St purchase agreement executed with an August 28 closing
July 9, 2019Reported on the ambulance building transfer, the 411 Bullis Street purchase agreement, and options for filling the Mayor's vacancy
June 11, 2019Reported he is finalizing legal documents transferring the ambulance building to the City and presented the purchase offer for 411 Bullis.
May 14, 2019Explained the reimbursement bond resolution and reported preparing documents for the ambulance building transfer
January 8, 2019Designated City Attorney; directed to review and revise the rental housing ordinance with Police Chief Sjolander

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Up to 120 passages, newest first, from packets, minutes and agendas 2019–2026.

DateDocumentPassage
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…solution 2026-29: Approving Minor Subdivision - Lot Split Application –PID 66.180.0052 Gerald Bartel Attorney Riggs stated that Gerald Bartel was seeking approval to split PID# 66.180.0052. The split section would be sold to the neighbor located…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…carried 4-0-0. Lot Combination: Chad Bauer Resolution 2026-30: Approving Lot Combination Chad Bauer Attorney Riggs stated that Chad Bauer was seeking approval to combine the split from Gerald Bartel with his parcel 66.180.0053 to better fit a s…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…a copy to: Kennedy & Graven, Chartered 150 South Fifth Street, Suite 700 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Attn: Scott J. Riggs or at such other address with respect to either such party as that party may, from time to time, designate in writing and forward…
September 8, 20269-8-26 Council Packet…a copy to: Kennedy & Graven, Chartered 150 South Fifth Street, Suite 700 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Attn: Scott J. Riggs or at such other address with respect to either such party as that party may, from time to time, designate in writing and forward…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…rove Change Order #2. Motion carried 4-0-0. LEGAL Kenyon Crossing Update – Agreement, Approval, etc. Attorney Riggs stated that two public hearings were held and the TIF District for Kenyon Crossings was already adopted. He recommended approval…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…ated that the current agreement for Solid Waste hauling with Flom Disposal expired on June 30, 2026. Attorney Riggs developed a new 3-year agreement with Flom Disposal. The new agreement contains increased rates. Motion by Bailey seconded by Gar…
August 6, 20268-6-26 Council Packet Updated…re does not sound like the permit has any stipulations or rules currently in place to regulate this. Attorney Riggs stated that there used to be no alcohol allowed in the parks. The council looked at this and said they wanted to allow alcohol in…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…d Excavating in the amount of $302,822.76. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL OLD BUSINESS TIF District 2-1 Attorney Riggs stated that two public hearings need to be scheduled for the TIF District. The paperwork from this meeting needs to be submitted…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Brett Reese, Alex Baraniak, Heather DeWitz, and Todd Kieffer Via Zoom: Tammy with Northland Securities Mayor Kirchmann called th…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…an (the "TIF Plan") for the District issues for the Kenyon Real Estate 2, LLC redevelopment project. Attorney Riggs stated the purpose of the public hearing and that the resolutions included were needed to move forward with this project. Tammy w…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…s, projected tax increment, and duration of the TIF. The actions taken today would approve the plan. Attorney Riggs added that this meeting was to adopt the plan and create the framework to allow this project to move forward. Motion by Bailey se…
July 14, 20267.14.26 Council Packet Updated…eement with Kenyon Real Estate 2, LLC for Certain Properties in the City of Kenyon SUGGESTED ACTION: Attorney Riggs will give an update. MOTION NEEDED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2026-24 ATTACHMENTS: Resolution 2026-24 APPROVING CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEV…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…iley Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Brett Reese, Alex Baraniak Via Zoom: George Eilertson, Tammy with Northland Securities Mayor Kirchmann called the special meetin…
June 9, 20266.9.26 Council Packet Agenda…Declaring a Vacancy to Exist in the Office of City Council and Providing for the Appointment Thereof Attorney Riggs stated that to put this vacancy on the November ballot, Bailey should resign effective immediately and be reappointed to the coun…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…nistrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Armani Tucker, Heather Dewitz, Rachel Goven, John Lee, Public Works Superintendent Wayne Ehrich The meeting opened with…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…Kenyon. MN Flag Administrator Lehner wanted to clarify the city's options on the State flag choice. Attorney Riggs stated that the City Council can fly the flag they choose, but they cannot regulate what flag is flown throughout the city. This…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…at the police department. There is a person who has been a steady data requester. The LMC along with Attorney Riggs have been involved. ENGINEERING Hwy 60 Sewer Televising Engineer Olinger stated that he had previously discussed the need for an…
May 12, 20265-12-26 Council Packet Updated…h. The final completion is expected to be mid-July with the punch list completed by August 30. LEGAL Attorney Riggs stated that all four of the following resolutions are related to the Rebound Sunset Home project. The signed resolutions are step…
April 12, 20264-12-26 Council packet (1)…nistrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Armani Tucker, Josh Johnson, Aaron Meyer, Sue Dodds, Heather Dewitz, Rachel Goven, Jeff Sjoblom The meeting opened with…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…nistrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Brittni Schmitz, Officer Armani Tucker, Josh Johnson, Operations Superintendent Randy Eggert, John Lee, Bob Hawley, Jed Johnson,…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…e Order No.1 for Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Rebound Project-TIF Attorney Riggs stated that Rebound Real Estate is applying for a state grant and that additional documentation from the city would improve the a…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…to Work with Rebound Real Estate on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for the Sunset Homes Redevelopment Attorney Riggs recommended tabling the resolution. Resolution 2026-05: Approving the Application and Committing the Local Match and Authorizing…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…spaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered e. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm f. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…iley Also, present: City 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 Resolutio…
March 10, 20263-10-26 Council Packet Updated…special meeting to order at 6:03 pm. Consider Adoption of the TIF Resolution for the Rebound Project Attorney Riggs reviewed the proposed TIF Resolution that was not adopted at the January 13 council meeting. It was previously determined that th…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…nistrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Brittni Schmitz, Officer Armani Tucker, Josh Johnson, Operations Superintendent Randy Eggert, John Lee, Bob Hawley, Jed Johnson,…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…e Order No.1 for Fitzgerald Excavating and Trucking. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Rebound Project-TIF Attorney Riggs stated that Rebound Real Estate is applying for a state grant and that additional documentation from the city would improve the a…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…to Work with Rebound Real Estate on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for the Sunset Homes Redevelopment Attorney Riggs recommended tabling the resolution. Resolution 2026-05: Approving the Application and Committing the Local Match and Authorizing…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…spaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered e. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm f. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…iley Also, present: City 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 Resolutio…
February 10, 20262-10-26 Council Packet…special meeting to order at 6:03 pm. Consider Adoption of the TIF Resolution for the Rebound Project Attorney Riggs reviewed the proposed TIF Resolution that was not adopted at the January 13 council meeting. It was previously determined that th…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…Abdo Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, John Lee, Doug Henke, Aaron Meyer, Angela Peterson, Bradley Johnson, Logan Meyers, Adrian Mogren, Justin Mogren, Terry Campbell,…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…Legal ITEM TYPE: New Business AGENDA SECTION: LEGAL SUBJECT: MN Paid Leave Policy SUGGESTED ACTION: Attorney Riggs and his staff put together this policy for the new MN Paid Leave. MOTION NEEDED to adopt this policy with any final revisions by…
December 9, 202512.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated…CMPAS and the City of Kenyon subject to review and finalization by city staff and the city attorney. Attorney Riggs reviewed the agreement. The final agreement is attached. Resolution 2025-31 needs to be adopted to execute the Power Sales Agreem…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…er, Elana Brunner, and Mary Bailey Also, present: Administrator 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 b…
October 14, 202510.14.25 Council Packet Agenda…ur by a Vote Stemming from the Subject of the Closed Meeting, Including a Continuance of the Meeting Attorney Riggs made recommendations for two motions that came out of the closed meeting. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to authorize city…
August 12, 20258.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated…nistrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant 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 Englan…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…rative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, John Lee, Josh Johnson, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, Chris Kyllo, Brittni Schmitz, Sadie Schmitz, Do…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…s 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 the May 13, 2025 public hearing. No public comments were received. No actio…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…n stated that Finance Director Whitney Kyllo submitted a resignation letter effective July 17, 2025. Attorney Riggs stated that Minnesota law says once the resignation is submitted, it is effective. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to accep…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…ived an email from Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich stating he was resigning effective in 30 days. Attorney Riggs added that now that this has been communicated, it is effective. Council member Sjolander stated he was sorry to hear that, Wayne…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…ner, and Mary Bailey Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, Holli Gudknecht, Wayne Ehrich, Attorney Scott Riggs, and John Lee The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann at 5:00 pm. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to close the m…
July 8, 20257.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda…order at 6:00 pm by Mayor Kirchmann. City Council's Summary of Conclusions Regarding the Evaluation Attorney Riggs stated that the decision was to continue employment with Mr. Ehrich. Discussion and development of performance objectives of empl…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…nistrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Doug Ims-Icon LLC, Aaron Dean, John Lee, Josh Johnson, Bailey Ament, Dana Callstrom, Lynn Miller, Liquor…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…icer should be on board by mid to late June. 9 Business Park Update Administrator Lehner stated that Attorney Riggs finalized the developer's agreement today for one of the lots in the Business Park. The EDA will need to hold a public hearing on…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…ble access channel up and running. ENGINEERING Bid Acceptance - 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Attorney Riggs recommended rejecting all the bids and starting over on the bidding process. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to reject all…
June 10, 20256-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated…e fourth time the request to allow chickens in the city has come before the city council since 2015. Attorney Riggs reviewed the history of the current ordinance. The council discussed the pros and cons of allowing chickens in residential areas.…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…y & Graven Chartered Derek Olinger, PE Joseph L. Sathe Kenyon City Engineer Assistant City Attorney Cc: Scott Riggs, City Attorney Enclosures DOCSOPEN\KE200\215\1026923.v2-5/12/25 34 ABSTRACT OF BIDS 2025 STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS CITY OF…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…d that he would not support allowing chickens in residentially zoned areas of the City. According to Attorney Riggs, the city code was amended in 1999 to not allow chickens in residential areas. Administrator Vahlsing noted that the Planning Com…
May 13, 20255-13-25 council packet updated…Attorney provided examples of Chicken ordinances and applications from neighboring communities. City Attorney Riggs reviewed some options for ordinances. Councilmen Bailey stated that she supported allowing Chickens in the City with restrictions…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…cht, 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 Lee, Josh Johnson, Lizzie Cooper-Kenyon Leader The meeting ope…
April 8, 20254-8-25 council packet…is still working on the new KMU process. He has reviewed the contracts and organizational chart with Attorney Riggs. Next, the preliminary process with go to the personnel committee. Then it will be presented to the KMU Commission and employees.…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…gineer Derek Olinger, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Officer Josey Homeier, Josh Johnson, Operations Superintendent Randy Eggert, Austin Fitch, John Lee, Jim…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…No. 108 Amending Section 520.13 of the Kenyon City Code Regarding Accessory Building and Structures Attorney Riggs summarized the planning commission's requested changes to the accessory building and structures code for residential districts. T…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…Adding Section 520.37 to the Kenyon City Code Regarding Residential Performance Standards (R-1, R-2) Attorney Riggs reviewed Ordinance No. 109 adding a section to the city code regarding residential performance standards. The Planning Commission…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…City Code Regarding Permitted Uses in the C-1 Downtown Commercial District within the City of Kenyon Attorney Riggs stated that Ordinance 110 further defines the permitted uses in the downtown commercial zoning district by adding tattoo parlors…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…No. 111 Adding Section 1135 – Tattoos, Body Piercing, Branding, Scarring and Painting Establishments Attorney Riggs stated that Ordinance 111 added section 1135 to the city code, which regulates the business of body art in order to protect the h…
February 11, 20252.11.25 Council Packet Agenda…ried 5-0-0. Ordinance No. 112 Amending the Kenyon City Code Pertaining to Cannabis and Hemp Business Attorney Riggs reviewed Ordinance 112 which added Section 1140 to the city code pertaining to cannabis and hemp businesses. The Planning Commiss…
January 14, 20251-14-25 council packet (1)…spaper – Kenyon Leader 3. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities 4. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered 5. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm 6. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 14, 20251-14-25 council packet (1)…spaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered e. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm f. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 14, 20251-14-25 council packet (1)…spaper – Kenyon Leader 3. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities 4. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered 5. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm 6. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 13, 20251-13-25 Council Packet Updated…Legal Newspaper – TBD 3. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities 4. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered 5. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm 6. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 13, 20251-13-25 Council Packet Updated…Legal Newspaper – TBD c. Depository – Security State Bank, 4M, Northland Securities d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered e. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm f. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 13, 20251-13-25 Council Packet Updated…mann Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, 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…
January 13, 20251-13-25 Council Packet Updated…LEGAL Ordinance No. 113: Regulating the Discharge of Firearms, Bows, and Hunting Within City Limits Attorney Riggs reviewed Ordinance No. 113, which adds a section to the city code regulating the discharge of firearms, bows, and hunting within…
January 13, 20251-13-25 Council Packet Updated…Helgeson seconded by Brunner to adopt Resolution 2025-25. Motion Carried 4-0-0. MN Paid Leave Policy Attorney Riggs reviewed a draft Minnesota Paid Leave Policy based on the League of Minnesota Cities model. The City is required to have a policy…
January 13, 20251-13-25 Council Packet Updated…Policy, with staff authorized to make necessary changes. Motion carried 4-0-0. Firebird LLC Contract Attorney Riggs stated that the EDA approved a purchase and development agreement with Firebird, LLC for a lot in the Kenyon Industrial Park and…
December 10, 202412.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated…inistrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Engineer Derek Olinger, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Officer Brian Homeier, Officer Josephine Homeier, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Don Kirchmann,…
December 10, 202412.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated…ould be responsible for the retail registration and compliance checks on cannabis retail businesses. Attorney Riggs recommended deferring this issue until more information was received. He stated that the city would be premature to decide this n…
December 10, 202412.10.24 Council Packet and Agenda Updated…council members for running, and staff and council that worked on getting a new administrator hired. Attorney Riggs wished everyone an early Happy Thanksgiving. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Helgeson to adjourn the meeting at 8:14 pm. Motion c…
October 8, 202410-8-24 AGENDA…nance Director Whitney Kyllo, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Officer Dan England, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Don Kirchmann, Kevin Anderson, Harris Haugen, Rick Vance,…
August 20, 20248-20-24 AGENDA…nance Director Whitney Kyllo, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Jeremy Flotterud, Tyler See, Dana Callstrom, Lynn & Carolee Miller The meeting opened with the Pledge of…
August 20, 20248-20-24 AGENDA…over an existing public sanitary sewer main. Rerouting of the main would be needed to allow for construction. Riggs and Olinger drafted a development agreement defining the essential terms for the developer to complete this relocation. The draft…
August 20, 20248-20-24 AGENDA…itary sewer rerouting subject to final review by Interim Administrator Boyles, Engineer Olinger, and Attorney Riggs. Motion carried 4-0-0. Kenyon City Code 900.11 Animal Control - Number of Animals Attorney Riggs stated that revisions were made…
August 20, 20248-20-24 AGENDA…and Attorney Riggs. Motion carried 4-0-0. Kenyon City Code 900.11 Animal Control - Number of Animals Attorney Riggs stated that revisions were made to city code 900.11 on animal control limiting the number of dogs or cats over six months of age…
August 20, 20248-20-24 AGENDA…ng Section 900.11 of the city code. Motion carried 4-0-0. South Central Service Cooperative Contract Attorney Riggs stated that a special council meeting was held on June 20, 2024, to select a firm to oversee the process of hiring a full-time ci…
July 9, 20247.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…t, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Todd Greseth, Jay Kindseth, Nate Rud The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT Go…
July 9, 20247.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…ted it was to be in effect for 30 years. Kindseth stated that the covenants were not being followed. Attorney Riggs replied that the city was not involved in the original or revised covenants. The original covenants were revised in March 2024 wi…
July 9, 20247.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…ths of age without securing a permit from the city. He knows of a residence with at least nine dogs. Attorney Riggs replied that the council may direct city staff to look at the ordinance and propose possible changes to be enforced. ADOPT AGENDA…
July 9, 20247.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…rking to resolve some of the known problematic issues. LEGAL Rezoning Request – Paul & Lisa Peterson Attorney Riggs and Engineer Olinger reviewed the request from Paul and Lisa Peterson to rezone two parcels (PID# 66.180.0130 and #66.180.0150) t…
July 9, 20247.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2024-16. Motion carried 5-0-0. Lot Combination: Paul & Lisa Peterson Attorney Riggs stated that Paul & Lisa Peterson requested approval to combine two lots located at 98 Gunderson Boulevard. Resolution 2024-15: Ap…
July 9, 20247.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…hool year. Several council members expressed concerns over opening up city buildings for public use. Attorney Riggs stated that the city would need to get additional liability insurance if the public was allowed to use city buildings. Also, if o…
June 11, 20246.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda…Superintendent Wayne Ehrich, 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.…
June 11, 20246.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda…Henke called the work session to order at 6:00 pm. General Discussion of Interim City Administrator Attorney Riggs summarized the history of the Interim Administrator position since April 1, 2024. The objective was to bring an Interim Administr…
June 11, 20246.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda…o, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Armani Tucker, Brian Homeier, Earl Mechlewitz, and Chad Steffen The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMEN…
June 11, 20246.11.24 Council Packet and Agenda…Superintendent Wayne Ehrich, KMU Superintendent Randy Eggert, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Attorney Scott Riggs, and Frank Boyles Mayor Henke called the work session to order at 3:00 pm. Interview of Interim City Administrator Candidate Coun…
May 14, 20245-14-24 AGENDA(1)…o, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Engineer Derek Olinger, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Todd Greseth, Robert Peterson, John Cambronne, Zach Bubany The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT Goo…
May 14, 20245-14-24 AGENDA(1)…rney, 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 will now bring the…
May 14, 20245-14-24 AGENDA(1)…or of Buildings in the C-1 District as a Conditional Use –Zoning Ordinance Section 515.15 Subd. 3 a) Attorney Riggs stated that the planning commission recommended to not adopt this ordinance. Robert Peterson, a Kenyon property owner, outlined t…
May 14, 20245-14-24 AGENDA(1)…hange payroll services to ADP. Motion carried 3-0-0. NEW BUSINESS City Administrator Position Update Attorney Riggs stated he had contacted some parties about serving as an interim city administrator. He had not found an interim yet. Resolution…
May 14, 20245-14-24 AGENDA(1)…tor Council Member Ryan gave a background on the process of attaining an interim City Administrator. Attorney Riggs had contacted a retired city administrator about serving as an interim administrator in Kenyon. Attorney Riggs, Mayor Henke and C…
May 14, 20245-14-24 AGENDA(1)…iggs had contacted a retired city administrator about serving as an interim administrator in Kenyon. Attorney Riggs, Mayor Henke and Council Member Ryan interviewed this candidate. Attorney Riggs drew up a possible contract for this individual.…
April 9, 20244.9.24 Council Packet Agenda…ob points and salaries between female and male employees. The last one was approved in January 2021. Attorney Riggs said Mark submitted this report on Friday, March 29. Whitney is trying to verify that it was submitted - hopefully she will have…
February 13, 20242.13.24 Council Packet and Agenda…Engineer Derek Olinger, Finance Clerk Whitney Kyllo, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Josh Johnson, Jed Johnson, Caleb Langer, Isaiah Thompson, Logan Meyers, Jeremy Eggert, Diane Barrett, Sco…
February 13, 20242.13.24 Council Packet and Agenda…enyon Leader c. Depository – Security State Bank of Kenyon, 4M, Northland Securities d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered e. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm f. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
February 13, 20242.13.24 Council Packet and Agenda…, and mobile merchant licenses. Motion carried 5-0-0. Kennedy & Graven 2024 Rates for Legal Services Attorney Riggs reviewed the rates for legal services for 2024. This increase would raise the hourly base rate for general civil and prosecution…
January 9, 20241-9-24 agenda…– Mary Bailey b. Legal Newspaper – Kenyon Leader c. Depository – Security State Bank d. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered e. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm f. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 9, 20241-9-24 agenda…Lee Sjolander, Molly Ryan Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Poli…
January 9, 20241-9-24 agenda…– Mary Bailey 2. Legal Newspaper – Kenyon Leader 3. Depository – Security State Bank 4. City Attorney – Scott Riggs, Kennedy & Graven Chartered 5. Prosecuting Attorney – David Jacobsen, Jacobsen Law Firm 6. City Engineer – Derek Olinger, Bolton…
January 9, 20241-9-24 agenda…en, Chartered to continue to serve the City as legal counsel. Sincerely, KENNEDY & GRAVEN, CHARTERED Scott J. Riggs Kenyon City Attorney SJR:jms DOCSOPEN\KE200\1\917542.v2-11/22/23 68 AGENDA ITEM NO. X.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I…
November 14, 202311.14.23 Council Packet Agenda…n, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Molly Ryan Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Jeff Sjo…
November 14, 202311.14.23 Council Packet Agenda…o prepare the LRIP grant application. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Lot Combination: Nicole Boyum City Attorney Riggs stated that Nicole Boyum had applied for a combination of two adjoining parcels (PID's 66.160.0330 and 66.160.0400) that she owns…
November 14, 202311.14.23 Council Packet Agenda…r pull tabs at the Muni. The pull tabs are currently operated by the Kenyon Snow Drifters Club. City Attorney Riggs discussed the laws and regulations of gambling. Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Ehrich explained their need to replace expensive capit…
November 14, 202311.14.23 Council Packet Agenda…n, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Molly Ryan Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Police Chief Jeff…
October 10, 202310.10.23 Council Packet…Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Absent: Molly Ryan Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Whitney Kyllo, Cora B…
October 10, 202310.10.23 Council Packet…rchase of a 40 ft. storage container for Public Works. Motion carried 4-0-0. Lot Split Request – CFS Attorney Riggs stated that CFS had applied for a lot split at 806 2nd Street. The split portion of the property would be sold to Robert Kyllo. H…
September 12, 20239.12.23 Council Packet Agenda…ent: Molly Ryan Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Police Officer Brian Homeier, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Police Chief Jeff Sjoblom, Tyler See from Abdo, Tedd and Molly…
September 12, 20239.12.23 Council Packet Agenda…LIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS Public Hearing – Proposed Interim Ordinance 101 Cannabis City Attorney Riggs reviewed the proposed Cannabis Ordinance. No public comment received. Summary of 2022 City Audit – Tyler See, Abdo Tyler See pres…
September 12, 20239.12.23 Council Packet Agenda…. The contractor has not indicated when they will start. LEGAL Review of Ordinance for Cannabis City Attorney Riggs reviewed the draft interim ordinance authorizing a study and imposing a moratorium of the operation of Cannabis. Approve Ordinanc…
September 12, 20239.12.23 Council Packet Agenda…ary Motion by Sjolander, second by Henke to approve Resolution 2023-11. Motion Carried 4-0-0. 8 City Attorney Riggs reviewed proposed Ordinance 102 which would prohibit use of Cannabis in public places. Approve Ordinance 102: Adding a New Chapte…
September 12, 20239.12.23 Council Packet Agenda…der, second by Henke to approve Resolution 2023-19. Motion Carried 4-0-0. Sale of Kenyon Sunset Home Attorney Riggs stated that due to the pending sale of the Sunset Home there were several agreements and covenants that needed to be released by…
August 8, 20238.8.23 Council Packet Agenda…an Absent: None Also, present: City Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Police Officer Brian Homeier, Attorney Scott Riggs, Public Works Director Wayne Ehrich, City Engineer Derik Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, police Chief Jeff Sjo…
August 8, 20238.8.23 Council Packet Agenda…t Project. Motion carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Review of Ordinance No. 102 (interim ordinance) Cannabis City Attorney Riggs reviewed the draft interim ordinance authorizing a study and imposing a moratorium of the 8 operation of Cannabis. Summaries of t…
August 8, 20238.8.23 Council Packet Agenda…on of Cannabis Business No discussion. Request for City to relocate alley/ROW - Jeff and Ann Traxler Attorney Riggs stated that the City received the legal description from Rapp Surveying today (7/11). He will begin to prepare the deeds for the…
July 11, 20237-11-23 Council Packet…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 Doyle, Mrs. Doyle The mee…
July 11, 20237-11-23 Council Packet…n 2023-13. Motion Carried 5-0-0. LEGAL Request for City to relocate alley/ROW - Jeff and Ann Traxler Attorney Riggs stated that the new survey showing the new location of the alley on the Traxler property has been completed by Rapp Surveying. On…
July 11, 20237-11-23 Council Packet…pprove the setback variance for Traxler's new commercial building. Review New Legalized Cannabis Law Attorney Riggs stated that Adopt Interim Ordinance No. 102 Motion by Sjolander second by Ryan to adopt interim Ordinance No. 102 authorizing a s…
July 11, 20237-11-23 Council Packet…reet Towers 150 South Fifth Street, Suite 700 Minneapolis, MN 55402 MEMORANDUM TO: City of Kenyon FROM: Scott Riggs, city attorney Jason Hill and Joseph Sathe, attorneys DATE: June 9, 2023 RE: Summary of cannabis legalization and city roles and…
July 11, 20237-11-23 Council Packet…reet Towers 150 South Fifth Street, Suite 700 Minneapolis, MN 55402 MEMORANDUM TO: City of Kenyon FROM: Scott Riggs, City Attorney Joseph Sathe, Assistant City Attorney DATE: June 9, 2023 RE: Summary of immediately effective changes to Minnesota…
June 13, 20236.13.23 Council Packet and Agenda…nt: 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 Avenue, Kenyon, MN Discussion…