Regular City Council Meeting
Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at 5:30 PM
City Council Chambers, City Hall (10 3rd Ave SW)
Any person needing special accommodation for the meeting is requested to notify the City Clerk’s office at 857-4752.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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MAYOR'S REPORT
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CONSENT ITEMS
6.1.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
It is recommended City Council approve the minutes from the December 18, 2023 Regular City Council meeting.
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6.2.
ORDINANCES
It is recommended City Council approve the following ordinances on second reading:
- Ordinance No 5931 - 2023 BA - Transit Lift & Engine Repairs
- Ordinance No 5932 - 2023 BA - USDOT Safe Streets and Roads Grant
- Ordinance No 5933 - 2024 BA - CityWorks Maintenance Fees
6.3.
ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVALS
It is recommended City Council approve the following Administrative Approvals.
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6.4.
BILLS, TRANSFERS, AND PAYROLL
It is recommended City Council approve the payroll for the period of November 19, 2023 through December 16, 2023 in the amount of $2,456,478.37 and the bills and transfers for December in the amount of $9,110,387.39.
6.5.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE RENEWALS
Presented by Chief John Klug and Mikayla McWilliams
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council approve the alcoholic beverage license renewals for the period of January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024.
6.6.
CONTRACT FOR BOARDING CITY OF MINOT'S INMATES
Presented by John Klug, Chief of Police
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council approve the Contract for Boarding City of Minot’s Inmates with Ward County and authorize the Mayor and Finance Director to sign the contract.
6.7.
MINOT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RULES AND STANDARDS
Presented by Jennifer K Eckman, Airport Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- It is recommended City Council authorize City staff to adopt the Rules and Standards;
- Adopt the City Ordinance for Rules and Standards on first reading; and
- Authorize the Mayor and/or Airport Director to sign any necessary documentation.
6.8.
WARD COUNTY MULTI HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN – RESOLUTION
Presented by Jason Sorenson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council authorize the Mayor to sign the resolution to adopt the Ward County Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan upon final approval by the City of Minot and Ward County.
6.9.
ADA PARATRANSIT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOURIS BASIN TRANSIT
Presented by Jason Sorenson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- It is recommended City Council ratify the agreement with Souris Basin Transit for Paratransit ADA services for 2024; and
- Authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement with Souris Basin Transit.
6.10.
WELL F DRILLING AND DEVELOPMENT – FINAL PAYMENT (4681)
Presented by Jason Sorenson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council approve the final payment to LTP Enterprises, Inc. in the amount of $29,913.10.
6.11.
STATE WATER COMMISSION AGREEMENT ACCEPTANCE
Presented by Jason Sorenson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- It is recommended City Council approve to accept the funding awarded by the State Water Commission (SWC) for the University Ave. Watermain Improvements project and the Westfield Watermain Improvements project; and
- Authorize the Mayor to sign both grant agreements.
6.12.
STATE PLANNING AND RESEARCH AGREEMENT WITH NDDOT FOR CDMPO STARTUP COSTS (4757)
Presented by Lance Meyer
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- It is recommended City Council approve the agreement;
- Authorize the Mayor to sign; and
- Approve the attached budget amendment on 1st reading.
6.13.
RESOLUTION TO DESIGNATE DEPOSITORIES FOR CITY FUNDS
Presented by David Lakefield
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council pass the resolution to designate all financial institutions and brokerage firms located in the City of Minot and Stifel, Nicolaus & Company as depositories of the City of Minot and authorize the Mayor to sign the Master Agreement for professional services and project assignment.
6.14.
GALLAGHER ACTUARIAL CONSULTING AGREEMENT
Presented by David Lakefield, Finance Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council approve the contracts with Gallagher Benefit Services Inc, for their actuarial services for the calendar year 2024 and authorize the Mayor to sign the Master Agreement for professional services and project assignment.
6.15.
APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL CITY ATTORNEY
Presented by Stefanie Stalheim, City Attorney
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- It is recommended City Council consent and approve of the appointment of Tina Snellings, Assistant Ward County States Attorney, to act as Special Assistant City Attorney to review Minot Police Department Case Number 23-39862 and prosecute if necessary; and
- Authorize the City Attorney and Mayor to sign any necessary paperwork to complete the appointment.
7.
ACTION ITEMS
7.1.
AMEND CHAPTER 13 OF THE CITY OF MINOT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ALLOW THE CITY COUNCIL TO ESTABLISH FIRE PERMIT, LICENSE, INSPECTION FEES BY RESOLUTION, AND MAKE GENERAL UPDATES.
Presented by Kelli Kronschnabel, Fire Chief
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- It is recommended City Council approve the Fire Inspection Fees Resolution; and
- Approve the Fire Inspection Fees Ordinance on first reading.
7.2.
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE (REPEAL)
Presented by Stefanie Stalheim, City Attorney
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended City Council approve the ordinance repealing Chapter 2, Article V, Division 4 (Human Relations Committee) on first reading, and reserve Division 4 for further use.
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PERSONAL APPEARANCES
9.
MISCELLANEOUS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
9.1.
ONLINE LICENSING AND PERMITTING UPDATE (4423)
Presented by Emily Huettl, PE, Assistant City Engineer
There is no recommended action for this item. This is an informational presentation.
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