City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 3/18/2024
The regular March meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:02pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch, Kyle Krump and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Justin Reiland. Audience members in attendance were Jeremy Boehm, Todd Johnson, Kim Berseth, Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Scott Gauslow, Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering, and Thomas Dahl with McGough. Olson recognized the audience. Hatting provided an update regarding the city planning comprehensive plan. The 2nd advisory meeting was complete, and another one is scheduled soon. Hatting also reported that the state changed their fuding policies effective October 2023 and will no longer fund water projects involving growth, thus the previously proposed reservoir expansion project will no longer qualify for the 60% cost share; however, they did pre-approve the 60% cost share for the water loop project, with the final decision to be made at their April meeting. Design work will be on hold until official approval is received. Discussion was held regarding the option of removing the reservoir expansion from the overall project, along with discussions on lagoon capacity. Further discussion will be held at the April meeting. Hatting reported that the EPAC lift station/water line project is moving forward. Skoog confirmed that funding paperwork is currently in progress. Hatting updated that once the ground dries up more, the Meadows 4th addition will be finished soon. Thomas Dahl presented a building permit request for the EPAC center project. Discussion was held regarding timing of the project. Todd Johnson indicated that he is working with McGough and has approved the building plans. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, seconded by Krump. Approved. Nathan Berseth was contacted via phone to assist in answering questions regarding his annexation request of the property North of Colfax Meadows 3rd. The council is waiting on a formal petition to annex before moving forward. Discussion was held regarding the proposed Chapter Six Zoning – Land Use Planning changes, with proposed changes being reviewed. The intention is to have a hearing at the April meeting, pending discussion with the city attorney. The minutes of the February regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Jacobson moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Krump. Motion carried. The financial reports for January & February were reviewed. Moch made a motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. The March bills were reviewed; Krump motioned to approve the bills as presented, placing a hold on Interstate Engineering bills until further review, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Old Business Gravel bids will be reviewed at the April meeting. Updates to the building permit application are currently being worked on. Krump motioned to increase the auditor salary to $1,200/month effective January 1st, 2024, seconded by Moch. Carried. New Business Skoog will contact T&G for a spring cleanup date. The spring letter will be sent out once this is scheduled. Request for mowing bids will be posted this week, and all bids will be due by April 11th. Paperwork regarding the AFFF MDL Settlement was received and reviewed. The council agreed to move forward with signing the required paperwork, allowing the city to benefit from the settlement. This settlement was brought to the city’s attention by the city attorney, and may result in damage awards. The MT Septic agreement was presented to the council. Jeff signed the agreement, allowing MT Septic to dispose waste into the city system in exchange for compensation. Bonnie Gylland brought forth concerns regarding rust found in her filters from the line coming into her home. Discussion was held. Mayor Report Discussion was held regarding the community center operation. Skoog is working on new rates and operation proposal. This will continue to be reviewed at future meetings. There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Adjourned at 8:38 pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 2/19/2024
The regular February meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:01pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Justin Reiland, Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Kyle Krump. Audience members in attendance were Josh Boehm, Lyle Boehm, Kim Berseth, Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Perry Miller. Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Berseth expressed appreciation for having the online payment option available. Perry Miller introduced himself as one of the Richland County Commissioners, and noted that he is working on attending each city council meeting. Perry spoke about the proposal that Jeff brought forth to the JPA to help cover the cost of a comprehensive city planning process, and expressed positive feedback regarding our request, noting that Colfax is the first to request money for this type of project. The JPA meets once a month and will make a final decision at their next meeting. Jesse continued discussion regarding the Chapter Six Zoning – Land Use Planning ordinance. Lyle and Josh brought forth further information, the council reviewed some examples of other local equipment lots and distances from roads. Discussion was held. Council reviewed the final proposed changes. Contact will be made with the city attorney before publishing for a future hearing, intended for the March meeting. The minutes of the January regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Reiland moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried. A draft of the 2023 financials was presented. Skoog reviewed some of the 2018/2019 audit and changes needing to be made going forward. A final report will be presented once audit changes have been made. The February bills were reviewed; Reiland motioned to approve the bills as presented, placing a hold on Interstate Engineering bills until further approval, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Discussion was held regarding current water bill accounts. Multiple attempts have been made with a construction company that owns 3 properties. If not paid, water will be suspended. Old Business No update on Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. Skoog submitted the Cost-Share paperwork for the Water Loop/Reservoir Expansion project. Currently waiting on review and approval. No updated on the EPAC project. It was noted that the curb stop requirement will be added to the building permit, among other adjustments. Gravel bids will be arriving in the near future, and road maintenance will begin once we are able. The community center is officially under city council management. Skoog is working on updating rental processes, will be installing a key pad on the side door, and access to the thermostat app will need to be figured out. Council agreed that they will wait until the comprehensive plan is done before processing any future annexation requests. New Business Elections will be held on June 11th, 2024. Candidates are required to file the required paperwork by 4pm on April 8, 2024. All information and paperwork can be found on the city website www.colfaxnd.org. Skoog brought forth the topic of a salary increase for the auditor position. Council will bring a salary proposal for discussion at the March meeting, intended to be retroactive to January 1, 2024. The City Equalization meeting will be held on April 15th @ 7pm. There being no further business, Reiland made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch. Carried. Adjourned at 8:24pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 1/15/2024
The regular January meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:01pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Kyle Krump, Justin Reiland, Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Jeremy Boehm, Lyle Boehm, Josh Boehm, Nathan Berseth, Peter Wang, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Zach with Interstate Engineering reported that digging in Colfax Meadows 4th was started, but due to the cold, they are waiting until next week to continue. The feasibility study has been submitted and Zach will assist with submitting further information through the grant portal. Zach also reported that the EPAC has agreed to move forward with the drawings and bid process, aiming for Spring construction. The BND loan application needs to be submitted and Zach will assist with completing some of this information. Regarding the comprehensive plan, the kickoff meeting took place last week, and the city has identified people for the focus groups. Zach also met with SEWU and discussed future water needs. Moch reviewed the proposed changes to Chapter Six Zoning – Land Use Planning document. Discussion was held with Lyle Boehm regarding the proposed changes. It was noted that an ordinance review will also be included with the Comprehensive Plan being completed by July. Further discussion and a first reading is planned to be held at the February meeting with a published meeting in March. Berseth provided a quick update on a couple possible developments he is working on, and a brief update regarding the EPAC center. The minutes of the December regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried. The financial report for 2023 will be available for the February meeting. The December bills were reviewed; Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Krump. Carried. Discussion was held regarding current water bill accounts. Contact will be made with Silverline Homes regarding their outstanding balance. Old Business Resolution 2024-1, Resolution Establishing Commercial Zoning and Building Fees was presented. Krump motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Moch. Role call vote: Reiland-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes, Jacobson-yes. Motion carried. Resolution 2024-2, Resolution Authorizing Filing Assistance Application with NDDEQ for Lead Service Inventory. Moch motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Jacobson. Role call vote: Moch-yes, Krump-yes, Jacobson-yes, Reiland-yes. Motion carried. New Business Discussion was held regarding the annexation of additional land and will be further discussed at the February meeting. Olson and Krump will be attending the JPA meeting on Friday to further discuss and present a cost-share request for comprehensive city planning. There being no further business, Reiland made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Krump. Carried. Adjourned at 8:57pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 12/18/2023
The regular December meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:02pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Kyle Krump, Justin Reiland, Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Auditor Jen Skoog. Audience members in attendance were Nancy Kelly, Jeremy Boehm, Rachel as planner for Interstate Engineering via Zoom, Amy Clark, Inis Frankl, Chad Ulven, Nathan Berseth, Bonnie Gylland, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Zach and Rachel reviewed the Comprehensive Plan, including kickoff, focus group meetings (citizens, school, developers, etc.), the plan draft, economic development, review of existing infrastructure, zoning, implementation strategy, and the final plan. We also need to consider a website for our plan, making it more accessible for developers (example: CrosbyProjects.com). We will have 6 months to complete the project, starting in January/February 2024. Jesse motioned to accept the proposal, seconded by Krump. Carried. Zach also provided an update regarding the Colfax Meadows 4th. They will be coming back to dig the pond in the next few weeks. Zach also reported that the report for the reservoir expansion will be ready for the next meeting. He also hasn’t started design work on the waterline expansion as this is pending EPAC final decision, which should be taking place January 3rd. Nancy Kelly presented information for a new development called Colfax Reserve. This would consist of 1-2 acre lots. They are currently looking at annexation in February, plat approval after, and building in phases starting in fall 2024. Discussion was held regarding water, reservoir expansion, and specials assessed. No decision at this time. A discussion was held with Clark regarding the annexation process and the path moving forward. Further discussion will be held at the January meeting. Discussion was also held regarding the proposed commercial building fees. The council reviewed the proposed changes and discussed needing a list of what inspection services would be provided for commercial buildings, specifically the EPAC center. Further discussion needs to be had with Todd Johnson. Clark reviewed the Amendment of Chapter Six Zoning – Land Use Planning, specifically covering the conditional use permitting for Ag land use. The council will need to review and send edits to Clark for change/approval in January. Jesse and Shaun will take the amendments to the committee. The minutes of the November regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried. The financial reports for November were not available due to Skoog’s absence. The November bills were reviewed; Krump motioned to approve the bills as presented, adding Brady Kummer and Colfax Township, and removing Interstate Engineering, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Olson proposed that the city pay Jen Skoog an additional $1,000 in 2023 for cover extra city and audit work performed. Reiland motioned to accept the proposal, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Payment will be made at the end of the year and will come out of the general fund. Water bills were reviewed with no major issues to note. Old Business Discussion was held regarding the issue of raising curb stops and having this as part of the final inspection. Further information will be needed from Todd Johnson. Clark is working to have the Community Center transferred to the City Council. New Business Resolution 2023-09, Resolution for an increased water rate of $.25 per 1,000 gallons. This rate would be effective 1/1/2024 and will be increased across all water users in Colfax. Jacobson motioned to approve the resolution, seconded by Reiland. Roll call – Jacobson-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes, Reiland-yes. Krump motioned to compensate $100 to Steve Haverland for use of his heated shop, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Krump motioned to approve the Colfax Bar Beer/Liquor license for 2024, seconded by Reiland. Carried. There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Adjourned at 9:03pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 11/20/2023
The regular November meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:01pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Kyle Krump, Justin Reiland and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Jesse Moch. Audience members in attendance were Nancy Kelly, Amy Clark, Jeremy Boehm, Todd Johnson, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering. Zach with Interstate Engineering provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. There is one culvert left to install otherwise all other pipe is installed. The Road test did not pass, however, they are waiting until Spring to gravel the roads. The pond will be finished once the ground freezes. The North bulb will be re-graveled for the current residents before winter. Regarding the EPAC water and sewer project, Zach presented a contract allowing IE to move forward on the design process, which will be completed this winter. Krump motioned to approve the engineering agreement as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Regarding the reservoir expansion project, Zach will be meeting with SEWU on Wednesday to discuss their water demands. He anticipates something to be written up for review by the December meeting for review/voting. A public involvement meeting is needed and Zach suggested completing in January 2024. Zach will let us know how many days the notice has to be published before the meeting being held. The meeting will be facilitated by Interstate Engineering and the council will be attending as part of the audience. Discussion was held regarding the commercial building permit fees first presented to the council in September. Todd Johnson provided further information regarding the proposed fee schedule. The board decided to bring forth the topic on the December agenda. Discussion was held regarding the need for Jeremy Boehm to update his property to ensure compliance with current zoning. Clark will compile further information to be reviewed at the December meeting. Discussion was held with Todd Johnson about curb stops and getting specific requirements put into the building permits to ensure that all future installations are accessible and brought up to grade. Further discussion will be held and a policy or resolution will be addressed at the December meeting. The minutes of the October regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Reiland. Motion carried. The financial reports for October were not available for review due to a format revamping. The November bills were reviewed; Reiland motioned to approve the bills as presented, adding a bill for KPH and Adam Skoog, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Old Business An update was already provided regarding the new water loop project. Some grading may take place on Grant street before freeze up. An updated was already provided regarding the EPAC water and lift station projects. Regarding the Community Center, Clark is working on the dissolution and transfer of the financials/responsibility. Some cleanup has occurred on the Phelps property New Business Discussion was held with Todd Johnson regarding the proposed Commercial Building fees. No decision at this time. Nathan Berseth confirmed that the city is able to rent his tractor for snow removal again for the 2023-24 winter. Erin Gowan with K-town in Kindred is inquiring about the use of the community center a couple times a month for a fundraising opportunity pickup location. Discussion was held. It was decided she is able to use the community center. There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Adjourned at 8:40 pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 10/16/2023
The regular October meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:00pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch and Kyle Krump. Absent was Justin Reiland and Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Josh Boehm, Lyle Boehm, Nathan Berseth, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering. Zach with Interstate Engineering provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. Much of the project is complete. The replat request for the Boehm Second Subdivision was presented and reviewed by the council. Discussion was held. Moch motioned to approve the Boehm Second Subdivision replat request as presented, seconded by Krump. Carried. Discussion was held regarding the additional depth of the new EPAC lift station to possibility service any future development on the East side of town. Kummer family has agreed to assume the additional cost associated with having the deeper lift station in the form of a future special assessment. After further discussion, Moch motioned to move forward with further planning of Option 1 for the proposed water project and Option 2 for the EPAC lift station project, seconded by Krump. Carried. Berseth reported that the bidding for the EPAC building project will take place October 27th for Spring 2024 construction start. The final paperwork for the financing of the Colfax Meadows 4th addition has been received and was reviewed by the council. The loan closing is currently set for November 1, 2023. Once closing occurs, funds can be requested for payment on construction bills. Resolution 2023-08, Resolution for $1,500,000 Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 Definitive Improvement Warrant, Series 2023 was presented. Krump motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Moch. Role call vote: Olson-yes, Krump-yes, Moch-yes. Absent: Jacobson, Reiland. Motion carried. The minutes of the September regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried. The financial reports for September were not available for review due to a format revamping. This should be completed by the November meeting. The October bills were reviewed; Krump motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried. Old business An update was already provided regarding the new water loop project. No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project. An updated was already provided regarding the EPAC water and lift station projects. No updated regarding the Community Center organization. No updated regarding the Phelps property cleanup. Discussion surrounding the proposed building permit fees was tabled for the November meeting. The topic of the Boehm commercial property and possible rezoning was tabled for the November meeting. Jeff will speak to Todd Johnson about specific details. New Business It was noted that excess construction trash has been blowing around from construction at 202 Neuman. Krump will contact Silver Line about cleanup. Moch asked about Our Savior’s Church placing a sign on our city street sign for the church. Discussion was held. No issue from the city council in proceeding. A water testing contract was received from Southeast Water Users. Moch motioned to approve the signing of the contract, seconded by Krump. Carried. There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch. Carried. Adjourned at 8:06 pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 9/18/2023
The regular September meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:00pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch, Kyle Krump, Justin Reiland, and Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Lyle Boehm, Josh Boehm, Jeremy Boehm, Jenna Boehm, Michelle Eichenberger, Brittany Gandhi, Inis Frankl, Bonnie Gylland, Todd Johnson, Nathan Berseth, Tom Steinolfson, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering. Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Brittany Gandhi, representing the Richland #44 Foundation on the EPAC center, reported that last week the foundation board met with the architect to get a more solid drawing and numbers, hoping to start bidding in middle to end of October 2023, with the intention of breaking ground in May 2024, and then hoping to complete the project by July 2025. Zach reported that we could get the water/sewer plans for EPAC put together and bid out for starting Spring 2024. He also presented the council with the Preliminary Engineering Report, asking that decisions be made by the October meeting, allowing them to move forward in a timely fashion. Lyle and Josh Boehm answered questions regarding the most recent replat request forwarded to the council prior to the meeting. Discussion was held. Publication of the request will be made and a formal hearing will be held at the October 16th meeting. Clarification was made that Jeremy Boehm needs to provide a site plan for the shed moved onto his property. Once received, the council will review and approve/deny the request. Zach with Interstate Engineering provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. All the underground work is complete and they are slatted to finish the project by the end of October. Zach also requested that the council make a decision on the water loop project plans brought forth at the August meeting. Discussion was held. Krump motioned to go with Option #5, seconded by Reiland. Carried. Zach noted that he does have a proposal from the city planners, however did not have it at the meeting with him. The minutes of the August regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried. The financial reports for August were not available for review due to a format revamping. This should be completed by the October meeting. The September bills were reviewed; Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Krump. Carried. Old Business No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project. Chad Lingen opened and flushed out water hydrants around town. No updated regarding the Community Center organization. Olson will talk to Amy Clark. Regarding the Phelps property, the council has seen a lot of improvement, however items still need to be cleaned up. Olson will speak to Phelps. New Business A building permit for a shed at 103 Andy Ave was presented to the council. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. A building permit for a home at 100 Neuman Blvd was presented to the council. Krump motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, Jacobson seconded. Carried. A building permit for a shed at 207 Laverne Lane was presented to the council. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, Reiland seconded. Carried. A building permit for a concession stand building at the ball diamonds was presented to the council. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, and waiving the permit fee, Reiland seconded. Carried. Discussion on building permit fees was held. Council agreed to table the discussion for the October meeting. Moch motioned to approve the presented 2024 Final City Budget, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. City received a letter from Southeast Water Users stating that rates will be increasing in January 2024. The council will proceed with raising the city water rates to reflect this increase. Krump motioned to proceed with moving the Certificates of Deposit as they mature from the current bank to Bell Bank, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Nathan Berseth will notify the council by next week if we are able to rent his tractor again for snow removal during the 2023-2024 winter season. There being no further business, Reiland made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Krump. Carried. Adjourned at 8:33 pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 8/21/2023
The regular August meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Council Member Krump at 7:08pm. Present were Council Members Kyle Krump, Jesse Moch, Shaun Jacobson and Auditor Jen Skoog. Absent was Mayor Jeff Olson and Justin Reiland. Audience members in attendance were Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Tom Steinolfson, Lyle Boehm, Josh Boehm, Scott Johnson, Steve Haverland, Amy Clark, Jeremy Boehm, Jenna Boehm, Nathan Berseth, and Damon DeVillers & Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering. Council Member Krump recognized the audience. Skoog presented the rezoning request submitted by the Richland #44 Foundation. The rezoning request made by the Richland #44 Foundation was to rezone property East of Colfax from agricultural to commercial. The property included in the request is parcel 38-0305-00274.300, with a legal description of PT S1/2 SE1/4 29 135 49: COMM SECR SEC 29 W700.17’/POB; N644.16’; W1182.15’; S644’; E1196.29’/POB. Discussion was held. Moch motioned to approve the request as requested, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Skoog also presented another request from the Richland #44 Foundation requesting a Special Assessment District for a (a) water line and (b) sewer/lift station, with the Richland #44 Foundation being the only property within the improvement district. Council decided to table the request until after Interstate Engineering presents their information. Zach with Interstate Engineering presented information regarding various options regarding water for the Richland #44 Foundation EPAC location, to replace the 2” water line in front of Frankl’s, and to install a lift station near the EPAC location. Discussion was held. Council tabled a decision on which option to move forward with, intended to discuss and decide at a later date. Moch made a motion to approve the request to create a Special Assessment District for a (a) water line and (b) sewer/lift station, with the Richland #44 Foundation being the only property within the improvement district, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Zach also presented information regarding various options for the Water Loop Project. All alternative options include replacing the 2” line in front of Frankl’s and requires negation with SEWU for city allowed usage. No decision needs to be made at this time, however Interstate Engineering is requesting a decision be made before the September meeting. Zach also provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. Progress is being made, with pipe being laid yet this week and all other processes to occur this Fall. Lyle & Josh Boehm presented information regarding possible proposed plat changes on recently purchased parcel 38-0500-00351.000. Discussion was held. Council expressed concerns regarding all the equipment parked in the residential section on the East side of the road, and required that all equipment and various abandoned personal property be cleaned up before reconsidering the platting proposal. Before the council can make a decision on the requested plat changes, an official plat request needs to be made and published. Tom Steinolfson presented a building permit proposal for a shed in his backyard. Jacobson motioned to approve the request, pending receipt of the building permit and approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Moch. Carried. The minutes of the July regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Jacobson motioned to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried. The financial report for July was reviewed. Moch motioned to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Jacobson, motion carried. The August bills were reviewed. Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, adding Daily News for $18.90, seconded by Moch. Carried. Old Business An update regarding the Water Loop was already provided. Grading has been completed on Grant Street, among other roads in town. An update regarding the Event Center was already provided. The council is currently waiting for the current community center organization to dissolve before being able to move forward. Repairs to women’s bathroom will be done soon. It was noted that much of the Phelps property has been cleaned up. New Business Bonnie Gylland requested that the city flush fire hydrants as they are experiencing rust issues. There being no further business, Jacobson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch. Carried. Adjourned at 8:45pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 7/17/2023
The regular July meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:00pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Justin Reiland and Kyle Krump. Audience members in attendance were Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Landon Holt with Gentry Homes, Scott Schmidt, Nathan Moen, Michelle Eichenberger, and Krystel Magnuson. Olson recognized the audience. Landon Holt with Gentry Homes presented a building permit request for 609 Blaine Street. Moch motioned to approve the permit, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Scott Schmidt presented a building permit request to add a deck to the High School football building. Moch motioned to approve the permit, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Michelle represents a client who is looking to purchase a lot from Blazek, who owns the property on the West side of town North of Boehm. Since Boehm was unable to attend the meeting, Olson showed council members what Lyle Boehm had sent him regarding a proposed plan for that property. Discussion was held. No decisions can be made since there is not a formal proposal. Skoog presented a gaming application from Horace Lions Club. Nathan Moen explained that the fire dept is unable to place gaming into the Colfax Bar due to some state regulations, therefore they working with Horace Lions Club to have gaming installed until next year. Jacobson motioned to approve the application, seconded by Moch. Carried. Bonnie brought forth concerns regarding the equipment on the East side of Co Rd 1 on Boehm’s residential property. Discussion was held. Boehm is required to move the equipment within 2 weeks. The minutes of the June regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Moch moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried. Jacobson motioned to amend the May minutes, removing ‘Absent was Jesse Moch and Kyle Krump’, seconded by Moch. Carried. The financial reports for June were reviewed. Jacobson made a motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried. The July bills were reviewed; Moch motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. Old Business Engineers were unable to attend the meeting, but will discuss an update to the Water Loop project at the August meeting. Olson is currently looking for someone to run the road grader in town. TJM will need a map of where to put gravel. A formal letter was received from Richland #44 Foundation requesting a rezoning and assessment district for the water line and lift station. Official hearing will happen at the August meeting. No updated regarding the Community Center organization. Olson will talk to Amy Clark. Olson talked to Phelps regarding cleanup of his property. Phelps requested that he have through the July 4th long weekend to continue cleanup work, of which Olson approved. Many items have been cleared, and Olson asked about roofing material and when the project will be completed however no answer has been received. A $10k Snow Removal assistance program payment has been received. New Business Resolution 2023-07, Resolution Approving Contractor’s Bond for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 was presented. Moch motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Jacobson. Role call vote: Moch-yes, Jacobson-yes, Olson-yes. Absent: Krump, Reiland. Motion carried. There being no further business, Jacobson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch. Carried. Adjourned at 7:58 pm. City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 6/26/2023
The regular June meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 4:01pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Justin Reiland and Kyle Krump. No audience members in attendance. The minutes of the May regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Moch moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried. The financial reports for May were reviewed. Jacobson made a motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried. The June bills were reviewed; Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried. Old Business Engineers will be attending the July meeting to discuss the preliminary findings of the water loop study and discuss next steps. The fire hydrant repairs are finally done. Gravel will be placed on roads throughout town, and work continues on the maintenance of Grant Street. No update on the Event Center project. No update on the Community Center board transition. A letter has been sent to Phelps giving him until the end of June to clean-up his property. Skoog reported that the Homeland security grant for lighting has been denied. The application for Snow removal assistance has been submitted. Concerns were brought forth regarding the Jeremy Boehm property and equipment sales. It was noted that equipment remains parked on residential property on the East side of Co Rd 1, and equipment sales are taking place on the West side of Co Rd 1 when that property is not zoned commercial. Further discussion needs to be held with Jeremy about moving equipment from the residential area and what the overall future vision is with these two areas. Jeff will request that that Jeremy attend the next meeting on July 17th. Olson brought forth information provided by a realtor representing Tom Elser. Discussion was held for informational purposes. New business Moch motioned to approve the Partial Mortgage Releases for Lot 10 block 3 and Lot 11 block 3, seconded by Jacobson. Carried. There being no further business, Jacobson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch. Carried. Adjourned at 4:54 pm. |
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