Acting Mayor Larry Mueller called the regular meeting of the Hamburg City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. Councilmember Brian Cummiskey, Councilmember Steve Trebesch, Councilmember John Barnes, City Clerk Jeremy Gruenhagen, Deputy Clerk Sue Block, and Maintenance Worker Dennis Byerly were present. Fire Chief Brad Droege arrived at 7:17 p.m. Others present were Fire Fighters Adam Glander and Scott Karels, Fred & Heidi Pawelk (EFN Investments) and Myron (Mike) Stuewe (661 Park Avenue) arriving at 7:12 p.m. Mayor Malz was absent.
Agenda Review (Added Items) and Adoption
- Added – September 22nd Council Meeting reschedule or change starting time
- Added – Playground Equipment at Brownton
- Added – Used Lawnmowers
- Added – Storm Sewer Drain at City Shop
- Added – Tree Auction
- Councilmember Trebesch moved to accept the agenda with the five additions, City Clerk Gruenhagen's addition, Councilmember Mueller's three additions, and Councilmember Cummiskey's addition, seconded by Councilmember Barnes and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present except for Mayor Malz.
Old City Business
- Number 2 – City Clerk Gruenhagen mentioned to Council that if they want to see the cities web site progress he would show it to them after the meeting.
- Number 5 – Business Cards
- City Clerk Gruenhagen reported that they are not done yet.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen reported that they are not done yet.
- Number 8 – Councilmember Barnes asked how the review of evaluation forms was coming along.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen replied that another meeting will be set up with Councilmember Trebesch and Councilmember Cummiskey to review them again.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen replied that another meeting will be set up with Councilmember Trebesch and Councilmember Cummiskey to review them again.
- Number 12 – Fix crack in sidewalk by 430 Railroad Street.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will follow up with Mr. Harms again.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will follow up with Mr. Harms again.
EFN Investments, Inc. – Fred & Heidi Pawelk – Utility Service Delinquency Hearing
- Mr. Pawelk started out by addressing the delinquent charges on their apartment buildings in Hamburg. The reason they were late in paying their January 2008 payment was due to the fact that they were in Denver, Colorado at a hospital with their son who was extremely sick. They paid the utility bills as soon as they got back which was one day after the due date. They have not been late before and would like to have the late fee forgiven. Times are tough and they are paying water and sewer on 11 vacant apartments.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen commented that he is more then willing to forgive the compounding late charges however the late charge for the actual month they were late should be paid.
- Council asked Mr. & Mrs. Pawelk if there is a chance of them being late again to call the City Office and let them know.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen commented that he is more then willing to forgive the compounding late charges however the late charge for the actual month they were late should be paid.
- Councilmember Cummiskey made a motion to have EFN Investments, Inc. pay the initial penalty fee but the City of Hamburg will wave the compounding penalty fees, seconded by Councilmember Trebesch and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present.
Myron Stuewe Request for use of Picnic Tables from Park (September 25, 2009)
- Mr. Stuewe stopped in the City Office requesting the use of the park picnic tables.
- Deputy Clerk Block and City Clerk Gruenhagen informed Mr. Stuewe that this would have to be a Council decision. He would have to ask Council if he could use them at the next Council meeting on August 25th.
- Deputy Clerk Block and City Clerk Gruenhagen informed Mr. Stuewe that this would have to be a Council decision. He would have to ask Council if he could use them at the next Council meeting on August 25th.
- Mr. Stuewe was not present at the Council meeting.
- Mayor Malz asked to have Mr. Stuewe contacted to be present at the next council meeting to request the picnic tables and put this on the next council agenda.
- Mayor Malz asked to have Mr. Stuewe contacted to be present at the next council meeting to request the picnic tables and put this on the next council agenda.
Dennis' Report (Public Works & Utilities)
Keys for City Buildings
- Maintenance Worker Byerly has made and hung keys for Council members in the City Shop area.
Water Tower
- Maintenance Worker Byerly informed Council that Maguire Iron, Inc., the company that painted the water tower last year, will be back to fix the rust spots on the tower.
- The cities contract with Maguire Iron, Inc. is up for renewal. Council discussed if they should renew the contract Maguire Iron has drawn up for the years 2010, 2012, and 2014. The rate to clean out all sediment and inspect the inside and outside of the tank for each year was $1,450.00. In 2013 they would paint the exterior of the water tower at the rate of $19,870.00.
- Councilmember Barnes asked about the fuel or other surcharges in effect at the time of project performance: Surcharges shall be limited to no more than 10% of the contracted amount plus any additional services rendered.
- Council discussed the possible fuel charges and surcharges and decided that this statement in the contract is standard due to fuel costs.
- Council discussed the possible fuel charges and surcharges and decided that this statement in the contract is standard due to fuel costs.
- Councilmember Mueller made a motion to accept the service contract with Maguire Iron, Inc. for Hamburg's water tower maintenance and painting, seconded by Councilmember Trebesch and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present.
Cooling Fans for the Hall
- Maintenance Worker Byerly informed Council that Rob's Electric was at the Hall today checking the locations where Council decided to put the cooling fans. They informed Maintenance Worker Byerly that installing the fans on the south wall will not work because of the weight of the fans they should be mounted on the steel beams or on a wood baseboard that spans three wall studs.
- Councilmember Trebesch will look at what is needed to make some brackets for the fans.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen suggested wiring individual on/off switches for the fans. This would allow renters to control the air movement.
Electrical Repairs in the Hall
- The old fuse boxes will be made into junction boxes and another box will be added for breakers. Dan from Robb's Electric suggested having breakers and switches.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Council if the wanted to go ahead with the breaker boxes, it is budgeted and there is $3,500 in the budget, does Council want to just go ahead with the project?
- Council agreed that as long as there is money to do the project then go ahead and do it.
- Installing the fans can come out of the Hall Renovation Fund.
- Council agreed that as long as there is money to do the project then go ahead and do it.
Doors for Hall
- Councilmember Mueller asked if Craig Glander has looked at the doors to replace at the Hall.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen replied that he has not.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen replied that he has not.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly replied that Ed Hatterschide did stop in and look at what needs to be done with the doors.
- Councilmember Mueller will contact Craig Glander again.
- Councilmember Cummiskey had spoken with Rob Trebesch about taking a look at the doors also.
Down Spouts on east side of Hall
- Councilmember Mueller informed Maintenance Worker Byerly that someone must have taken a baseball bat and smashed in the down spout on the east side of the hall and that he should replace it.
Gate Valve
- Councilmember Mueller talked to Maintenance Worker Byerly earlier in the week about cleaning out the gate valve on Henrietta Avenue in front of the Hall.
Water Shut-Off Location Worksheet
- Councilmember Mueller mentioned to Maintenance Worker Byerly that he should get the water shut-off locations completed.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly replied that he had just turned in 15 locates last week.
- Deputy Clerk Block reported that she did have the updates and will get them recorded.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly replied that he had just turned in 15 locates last week.
LMCIT Loss Control Survey on June 11, 2009
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked if Maintenance Worker Byerly if he had completed any more projects that were on the list.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly replied that he had painted the yellow line in front of the electrical box.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly replied that he had painted the yellow line in front of the electrical box.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen added that he had received a follow up letter from the Loss Control Services and he will report back to them about any updates. He asked Maintenance Worker Byerly to continue working on the projects.
- Councilmember Mueller brought up the railing for the steps by the City Shop.
- Councilmember Trebesch responded that he is working on this and will get it completed.
- Councilmember Trebesch responded that he is working on this and will get it completed.
Water Leak in Park
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Maintenance Worker Byerly if he had fixed the water leak at the park.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly reported that he still has not found the leak.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will work with Maintenance Worker Byerly on locating the leak.
- Maintenance Worker Byerly reported that he still has not found the leak.
Dump Station in Park
- Councilmember Mueller informed the other members of council that he had checked out the dump station in the park to find out if it was sinking or is in need of repair. What he found out is that the ground around the dump station is sinking from people driving over the curb so they do not have to get their hoses out. The dump station has not settled but the curb is pushed down.
- Council discussed the issue and decided to drop the issue because it is not hurting anything.
Regional Safety Training Sessions
- City Clerk Gruenhagen informed Council that he had found out from the last Regional Safety Training session that the company the League contracts out to do the training session also does a mock inspection for OSHA. There is no cost to the city for this mock inspection. He thought it would be a good idea for them to come out to Hamburg and do the inspection.
- City Council agreed.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will set it up.
- City Council agreed.
Myron Stuewe Request for use of Picnic Tables from Park (September 25, 2009)
- Mr. Stuewe requested the use of the park picnic tables. He asked if he could use 6 or 8 tables from the park. Mr. Stuewe would pick them up Thursday afternoon and return them Saturday morning.
- Council discussed and decided that they had no objection.
- Councilmember Barnes moved to allow Myron Stuewe the borrow six to eight park picnic tables on Thursday, September 24, and return them on Saturday, September 26th, seconded by Councilmember Trebesch seconded and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present.
Fire Department Report – Chief Brad Droege
US Fish & Wildlife Grant & 2009 FEMA Grant
- Fire Chief Droege informed Council that at the last council meeting he had reported that he had not heard about the FEMA Grant and he did not think the Fire Department would be getting a grant from US Fish & Wildlife. On Friday, September 4, 2009, he received a grant for $1,650 from the US Fish & Wildlife. The Hamburg Fire Department portion is $165 from the $1,650 so they are getting $1,480 from the Feds. The money will be used to purchase four wild line jackets, four wild line pants, and a drip can. A drip can is used to start a fire if something needs to be burned off.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen commented to Fire Chief Droege to keep up the good work.
H1N1 Flu Virus
- Fire Chief Droege reported he is working on protecting staff. They will be receiving some masks and they will be getting shots in October. The Fire Department is getting everything necessary to respond to this type of call.
Fire Prevention Week
- Fire Prevention will be at the Hamburg Fire Station on October 9th. They will have the Smoke House available for the kids to go through.
S.A.F.E.R Breakfast – October 11th
- The Fire Department was going to be holding a breakfast this fall at the city park to show case the new Tanker and some of their equipment, however now Mario is in need of some money for the S.A.F.E.R. program. The breakfast will now be for S.A.F.E.R. but targeted towards Mario's start up money that he used out of his own pocket. Scott Karels (225 Railroad Street) will be putting in for some matching funds. Cologne, Norwood/Young America, and Waconia want to be part of this event and will help out where needed. Tickets will be $6.00 in advance and $7.00 at the door, all you can eat. Menu will be scrambled eggs w/ham, sausages, French toast, toast, hash browns, juice, milk, and coffee. Pizza Ranch and Subway asked if they will have a silent auction. Fire Chief Droege already has 7 items that could be used for one. This will be put on by the HFD Relief Association.
- Fire Chief Droege already has the Community Center reserved but it may not be big enough to hold the event, he asked if they could use the Hall instead.
- Council and Fire Chief Droege discussed this event and one of the things brought up was who could do the wiping off of tables and general cleaning during the event.
- The Boy Scouts will be contacted and the City has a Sentence to Serve person who could also work the event.
- The Boy Scouts will be contacted and the City has a Sentence to Serve person who could also work the event.
- Councilmember Cummiskey moved to allow the Hamburg Fire Department Relief Association the use of the Hall on October 11th (No Charge) for the S.A.F.E.R. breakfast, seconded by Councilmember Trebesch and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present except for Mayor Malz.
Pension Increase for Reporting Year 2010
- The Hamburg Fire Department had a meeting last Monday night and Fire Chief Droege brought up the subject of paying the fire fighters per hour. The fire fighters voted unanimously (100%) that they did not want anything per hour. Fire Chief Droege mentioned to the fire fighters that out of 11 departments Hamburg was last. New Germany receives $1,300 (pension) and they get $7.50 per call.
- Chief Droege stated that he had congratulated Hamburg's fire fighters for not wanting to go to per hour. Number one is that they are saving the City taxpayers money.
- Fire Chief Droege went on to say that if they were going to be paid per call/hour it would cost the City about $7,500.
- Fire Chief Droege added that when you ask them to do something they are there to do it and he really thinks they deserve a $75, $95, or $100.
- Fire Chief Droege thinks they do their share and dump a lot of money in. If they would not have gone after FEMA grants that they have, Council would have had to raise taxes an extra $280,000 for equipment to purchase air packs, compressor, radios, and gear. They saved the city $17,000 on the generator. He thinks the fire fighters deserve more than a $45 or $50 raise.
- Councilmember Mueller commented that he does not think that Hamburg Fire Department should be compared to other departments in Carver County, maybe New Germany. You take the number of units they have and the number of calls. One city just took $150 away from their fire department. How much burden do you want to put on the taxpayers? We need a fire department, but.
- Fire Chief Droege added you have 85% of the towns that are not fully vested.
- Councilmember Mueller added that this does not mean anything to him but the rest of council it seems like it is a big concern.
- Fire Chief Droege commented that it does not mean anything to him either.
- Councilmember Mueller commented that their investments have doubled in 10 years.
- Councilmember Mueller added that this does not mean anything to him but the rest of council it seems like it is a big concern.
- Fire Chief Droege continued that he knows it is a tough thing.
- Councilmember Mueller added that he has heard this from some of the residents
- Fire Chief Droege countered, maybe those residents are former fire department members but we do not have residents jumping out to come and help us either. It seems like the criticizing is much more than the praise in this community. Don't get me wrong I am only talking for myself, they deserve a little better, they voted a $50. Don't get me wrong we greatly appreciate it. He just wanted to put it in the minds of Council that if they can do something more, fine. You don't want to play catch up for it was done one year.
- Councilmember Mueller added that he has heard this from some of the residents
- Fire Chief Droege reported on what area towns are getting; Mayer - $1,700 and $9 per call, Norwood/Young America - $1,475 and $8 per call, New Germany - $1,300 and $7.50 per call, New Auburn - $1,000 and nothing per call, Plato - $1,090, Brownton - $1,000. Outer metro they are lower but he does not know what other towns in the metro they could compare to.
- Councilmember Mueller commented that the employees wages are not compared to other cities our size in the metro area.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen replied that when the employee wages were set Council had looked at Metro and non-Metro wages then they did an average of the two.
- Councilmember Mueller commented that the employees wages are not compared to other cities our size in the metro area.
- Fire Chief Droege mentioned again that it is in the Councils hands and if they want to increase the Relief fund by $45, it is greatly appreciated.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Fire Chief Droege when the Fire Department feels a decision should be made. Fire Chief Droege replied by the end of the year, December.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Council to make a decision by the council meeting on October 27th.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Council to make a decision by the council meeting on October 27th.
- Fire Chief Droege commented that if you give the other employees a 3% increase that would be about a $43 increase to the Fire Department Pension. You could round that off to $45 to make it $1,450.
Deputy Clerk Block's Report
Delinquent Utility Bills Report
- Deputy Clerk Block reported that she is not having any luck with the closing company, Title Mark, concerning Mr. Muri unpaid balance of $85.62. They say it is not their place to pay the remaining balance and that they are going to contact Mr. Muri. Deputy Clerk Block reported the water can not be turned off because the property has been sold.
- EFN Investment, Inc. – per previous discussion with the owners tonight at the council meeting their utility bill will be adjusted and a new updated bill will be sent to them.
- Emily Siebold is making her $50 per week payments as agreed to. She was late on one payment and a final shut-off notice was posted. Emily did call and had her $50 payment to the office by the next day.
- Kim Barstad paid $110.00 on her delinquent bill. She is still behind but is attempting to make payments.
- Robert Gregonis and Darrell Grams have not paid nor contacted the city office to make arrangements. They have until 4:30 tomorrow, September 9th, to make a payment otherwise a final notice will be posted and then they will be shut off.
- Councilmember Barnes asked if the person listed on the delinquency report, Dennis Byerly, was the cities maintenance worker.
- Deputy Clerk Block replied, yes.
- Deputy Clerk Block replied, yes.
Closing Pond Gates on Saturday
- Deputy Clerk Block reminded Councilmember Cummiskey that it was his turn to close the pond gates this weekend.
Clerk/Treasurer Report
Additional Spraying for Mosquito Control for 2009
- City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Council if they wanted to do one more mosquito spraying this year, preferable before the Chill'n and Grill'n event this weekend at the City Park. The cost would be $255 for one additional spraying and there is enough in the budget for this.
- Council discussed and decided to go ahead with the one additional spray before the weekend.
- Councilmember Trebesch moved to have one additional mosquito spraying before this weekend, September 12 & 13th, seconded by Councilmember Barnes and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present except for Mayor Malz.
2010 Proposed Tax Levy and 2010 Budget
- City Clerk Gruenhagen informed Council that the 2010 Proposed Tax Levy has to be submitted to the County Auditor by September 15th. The decision can be made tonight or if Council wants to discuss the budget further a Special meeting can be set up. City Clerk Gruenhagen asked Council if they had any additions or changes from the Budget Workshop meeting on September 1, 2009. With the changes that were made at the budget workshop meeting, the increase would be 3.98% from last years levy. The levy would increase from $400,422 to $416,375, roughly about a 4% increase.
- Council discussed in length the water drainage issue at the City Shop. Each Council member gave his opinion on how to correct the issue, where the water should drained to, if it should be done this year or next year, and the possible cost.
- Councilmember Barnes suggested moving the city shop from under the Hall to an above ground facility.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen informed Council that if anything is done the project will have to stay under the budgeted amount of $20,000.
- Council also discussed who or what company should be contacted to come out and look at the drainage problem and have them give their opinion on what could be done.
- Councilmember Mueller will ask Roger Siewert (618 David Ave) to come and look at the shop area and see what he thinks could be done.
- Councilmember Cummiskey suggested contacting Juul and Henning's.
- Councilmember Barnes suggested moving the city shop from under the Hall to an above ground facility.
- Councilmember Cummiskey moved to set the City of Hamburg's 2010 Proposed Tax Levy at $416,375, Councilmember Trebesch seconded and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present except for Mayor Malz.
- Councilmember Cummiskey moved to adopt the 2010 Proposed Budget as set at the Budget Workshop Meeting (09/01/09), seconded by Councilmember Barnes and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present except for Mayor Malz.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen pointed out that the requirements for setting a date for the Truth in Taxation public meeting has changed. City Clerk Gruenhagen had spoken with the League and the County Auditors Office to clarify the changes. Basically Council will have to figure out which council meeting they will include discussion of the city budget and allow the public to comment. The meeting must be set for 6 p.m. or later and it must occur after November 24, 2009. Whatever date the Council sets is the date that will be stated on the tax statements for your proposed taxes.
- Council discussed when they should hold the Truth in Taxation public meeting. They decided to have it during the regularly scheduled council meeting on December 8th, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. It will be the first item on the agenda to discuss.
- Councilmember Cummiskey moved to hold the Truth in Taxation public comment meeting during the regularly scheduled Council meeting on December 8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Trebesch and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present.
- Council discussed when they should hold the Truth in Taxation public meeting. They decided to have it during the regularly scheduled council meeting on December 8th, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. It will be the first item on the agenda to discuss.
To The Home Wireless Network
- City Clerk Gruenhagen informed Council that he had received a memo from Ted Breckheimer (Prof Ins. Providers/Shorewood) that the Certificate of Insurance for To The Home Wireless Internet was cancelled effective 08/21/2009.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen reported that he has not been able to confirm this with Mr. Sprengeler. The memo was just received this morning. Clerk Gruenhagen called Mr. Sprengeler but has not received a reply back. If this is true then when all the work was done on the Water Tower he was not covered. If he does not have any insurance should the City shut him down?
- Councilmember Barnes commented that having insurance was on of the conditions in allowing Mr. Sprengeler access to the tower.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen commented to Council to be fair Mr. Sprengeler should have the opportunity to respond but what time limit would Council like to allow him.
- Council decided that Mr. Sprengeler has until the next council meeting on September 22, 2009 to provide proof of insurance.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will contact Mr. Sprengeler by email and phone to let him know that he has to provide proof of insurance before the next council meeting on September 22, 2009. If he does not the operation will be shut down.
- Members of council added that without insurance he will not be able to retrieve his equipment off the water tower.
- Council decided that Mr. Sprengeler has until the next council meeting on September 22, 2009 to provide proof of insurance.
City Zoning Ordinances
- City Clerk Gruenhagen reported that he will be contacting Ann Perry (Cities Planning Consultant) to find out what council meeting works best for her to discuss the City Zoning Ordinances. This probably will be some time late September or early October.
Storm Sewer Ordinance
- City Clerk Gruenhagen commented that he had forwarded this by email to the council members. At the next council meeting he will provide a hard copy.
September 22, 2009 Council Meeting
- Councilmember Mueller and Mayor Malz will not be able to attend the next council meeting until later in the evening. City Clerk Gruenhagen asked if the meeting should be moved to another date or held at 7:30 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. on the 22nd.
- Council discussed and decided to hold the council meeting at 8:00 p.m. on September 22, 2009. City Clerk Gruenhagen will post the notice.
- Councilmember Barnes moved to change the start time for the City Council Meeting on September 22, 2009 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Trebesch and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present.
Clark Mosquito Control
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will be meeting with a representative from Clark this month about renewing their contract with the city.
- Councilmember Mueller asked if he could get a map of the area that they spray. He did not know how much it would cost but he was wondering if they could go into Brian Cummiskey yard then turn around. If it would be ok with him. The mosquitoes are up in the trees and the same thing at Kerry Buckentin property. This is where the mosquitoes are at.
- Councilmember Cummiskey suggested spraying along the fence line by the baseball field.
Play Ground Equipment in Brownton
- Councilmember Mueller went over to Brownton and checked out the play ground equipment they will be selling. They have a small set like the one down at the park and they also have some old sets. The older piped equipment is in very poor condition and not worth purchasing. The smaller set has a double slide and a tunnel. This set has been used, on the steps where they are rubber coated you can see where it is starting to chip. Where the stairs are dipped the coating is pealing off. If the set is purchased new parts would have to be installed and it may not be worth it.
- Council discussed if the small set was worth the time to go get it, set it up, and the cost to fix it. After some discussion the Council decided not to purchase the play ground equipment.
Used Lawn Mowers
- Councilmember Mueller informed Council that he had looked at two used lawn mowers. One was a 60' Exmark, with 240 hours on it, and is a 23 horse gas engine, asking price is $4,000. The other one was a 72" Kubota, 3 cylinder diesel, asking price is $8,000. Both are zero turn. The person who Councilmember Mueller spoke with is in the lawn mowing service and he prefers the Kubota.
- Council discussed various types, size, and prices of lawn mowers. Currently Hamburg's lawn mower has a sixty inch deck.
- Councilmember Cummiskey brought up that these two lawn mowers are only good for mowing and nothing else.
- Councilmember Mueller responded that a hitch can be put on the Exmark for dragging the baseball fields and spraying for weeds.
- No decision was made at this time.
Water Shut Off on Maria Avenue
- Councilmember Mueller brought up that the duplex located at 420 Maria Avenue, the renters have moved out. If the water has to be shut off this winter, so the pipes do not freeze, the water will also be shut off at 331 Louisa Street (Justin Spande). The two homes share the same water shut off. The only thing that could be done is shut the water off inside the home not outside.
- Councilmember Mueller continued that the other problem with the home at 420 Maria Avenue is that their property does not go into the alley where the water main is.
City Council Reports
Councilmember Mueller (Sewer & Water) had no further comments.
Councilmember Cummiskey (Streets)
- Councilmember Cummiskey informed Council that a tree auction is scheduled for this weekend. It was put in the budget to purchase two trees for the park but not exceed $200. He was wondering if anyone would be available to attend the auction.
- Councilmember Barnes commented that he would be able to go but did not know what kind to purchase and how big.
- Council discussed and decided that oak or a hard maple would b the best and they should be about 8 feet tall.
- After Councils discussion it was decided to wait until spring to purchase any trees for they may be cheaper in spring.
Councilmember Trebesch (Buildings)
- Councilmember Trebesch asked if the Lions Club had picked up the sink and installed it in the park building.
- Councilmember Cummiskey replied that the Lions had picked up the sink from his place.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will follow up with Maintenance Worker Byerly as to where this project is at.
- Councilmember Cummiskey replied that the Lions had picked up the sink from his place.
Councilmember Barnes (Parks)
- Councilmember Barnes commented on the weeds growing around the house located at 350 Jacob Street. He suggested a nuisance letter be sent to the Real Estate agent that is handling the sale.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen will send a letter. Councilmember Mueller and Councilmember Barnes suggested sending a nuisance letter for weeds to the home owners at 301 Jacob Street also.
- Councilmember Mueller added that a letter should be sent to the owners of 146 Jacob Street to clean up the lot.
Mayor Malz was absent.
Approve Claims List for August 2009
Councilmember Steve Trebesch had a question on claim #14016, Hawkins Chemical, Azone 15 and 3/8" check valve in the amount of $655.98. He asked if this was for one check valve or 15.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen replied that the statement was for Azone 15 which is a treatment chemical and one 3/8" check valve. Chemicals are extremely expensive.
Councilmember Mueller asked about claim #14030, Wm. Mueller & Sons, Fuel for City Vehicles – Topsoil, for the amount of $4,094.26.
- City Clerk Gruenhagen responded that the majority of that amount was gas for city vehicles, fire department and the baseball park for the year.
Councilmember Barnes made a motion to accept claim number 14003 through 14031 and the three ACH payments, Councilmember Cummiskey seconded and motion unanimously carried. All Council members were present.
Councilmember Barnes moved to adjourn the Hamburg City Council meeting at 8:58 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Trebesch and motion unanimously carried. All Council Members were present.
Submitted by:
Sue Block Deputy Clerk
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