Albert Lea, Minnesota 

February 27, 2006

Pastor Reggie Klindworth, First Lutheran Church, offered a prayer.

The regular meeting of the Albert Lea City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M. in the City Center Council Chambers by Mayor Aaron Summers.

Present were Councilors Vern Rasmussen, Randy Erdman, Jeff Fjelstad, George Marin, John Severtson, Al Brooks and Mayor Aaron Summers. Also present were City Manager Victoria Simonsen, Public Works Director Steve Jahnke, City Attorney Steve Schwab, Council Secretary Sandi Behrens and representatives from the Albert Lea Tribune, KATE Radio and KAAL-TV.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

(a) APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13, 2006.

 

(b) RESOLUTION 06-43 ADOPTED – APPROVING FREEBORN COUNTY FANTAILS GAMBLING APPLICATION FOR A RAFFLE AT THE ELKS CLUB, 1811 SOUTHEAST BROADWAY, ON MARCH 18, 2006.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-43 included with these minutes.)

(c) RESOLUTION 06-44 ADOPTED – CLAIMS: Resolution 06-44 presents the financial claims of the City.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-44 included with these minutes.)

Councilor Brooks moved, Councilor Severtson seconded, that the consent agenda items be adopted. On roll call vote, all councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the consent agenda items adopted.

City Manager Simonsen addressed questions and concerns expressed at the previous meeting as follows:

• A question was raised about hydrants in the right-of-way. She stated that hydrants are placed according to surveys as far back in the right-of-way as possible and not near the roadway. The reason they are not placed on the back of the right-of-way is because the Fire Department needs to have access to the hydrants.

• The City has contacted the Rochester MN DOT office regarding the light in the ditch on the interstate north of the truck stop. MN DOT is aware of this and will schedule the repair.

• A request for reconsideration of a bill for Love Cruikshank of 909 South Washington was addressed. The City sent out three different written notices for the trimming of the overhanging brush and tried to contact Ms. Cruikshank in person. When no response was received, the City had the tree and brush trimmed and billed her for the work. The City has itemized details of that bill which required about four hours of time and materials.

Ed Tschida, the City’s Tax Increment Financing consultant, explained that this district is proposed as an expansion of an existing warehouse owned by Al Larson at 2202 Myers Road. Proposed is a 22,660 square foot pre-engineered single-sloped metal building expansion. The estimated cost of the project is $557,926 with financing for the project provided by property owner equity, bank financing and pay-as-you-go tax increment financing. The owner will pay for eligible development costs. The costs are reimbursed to the property owner on an annual basis in an amount not to exceed an agreed upon percentage of the tax increment collected from the district. It will include only the new addition and the land around it. The project complies with the City’s economic development policies. The necessary notice for this hearing was published on February 17, 2006.

There was no public discussion. Mayor Summers closed the public hearing.

Councilor Brooks moved, Councilor Marin seconded, that Tax Increment District 5-16 be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-45 included with these minutes.)

City Manager Simonsen explained that this resolution adopts Miscellaneous Assessment Roll 52 involving unpaid utility bills, mowing and tree removal for which payment has not been received. The resolution identifies that the assessments will be paid in a single installment and will bear interest at the rate of 5.25% per annum from February 27^th, 2006 unless the entire assessment is paid within 30 days from the adoption of this resolution. The necessary notice for this hearing was published on February 14, 2006.

No one appeared to be heard. Mayor Summers closed the public hearing.

Councilor Brooks moved, Councilor Rasmussen seconded, that Resolution 06-46, adopting Miscellaneous Assessment Roll 52, be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-46 included with these minutes.)

Roger Bok, 1012 Cato Drive, asked what is wrong with the sound system as he cannot hear what is being said, why the City is hauling chips from the channel and material from the airport to the South Broadway site, stated that weeds near the old wastewater treatment plant need to be removed and the domes need to be painted. He stated that the overhang on City Center needs painting and the parking lot needs cleaning. He noted that snow is still being put in the right-of-way and asked why a City truck is parked at the end of South Lincoln outside the City Limits. He stated that the Council isn’t approving all purchases, asked why Hammer Road was annexed, asked how many homes would be purchased for the airport expansion and how much money has been spent on this project so far.

Mike Murtaugh, 313 Willamor Road, reported that he had attended a couple of police sponsored programs and that the recent sex offender/predatory offender program was excellent although he was disappointed in the lack of attendance. He thanked Chad Hayson for taping the program which permitted him to view the entire program on the Government Access Channel. Murtaugh stated that he had requested an item be added to the agenda but was notified the agenda was complete. He noted that he had also spoken to the Council Board regarding legislative initiatives allowing city and county officials to propose changes to unfunded mandates. Murtaugh stated that the City Council passed a resolution in October 2005 authorizing the Mayor to submit a letter to the Office of the State Auditor in response to a notice of noncompliance regarding the City’s Tax Increment Financing District 5-5. The issue was forwarded to the County Attorney in November and he inquired as to the outcome.

Harold Kamrath, 326 Glenn Road, stated that he had found out that a pumper truck is a fire truck used to pump water and suggested paying the entire cost from Police and Fire Pension Fund Interest, asked if the City is taking over the township fire department, asked what would be done with the old fire truck, stated that the City Manager had appeared before a legislative committee requesting $140,000 in matching funds for the Katherine Island bridge and suggested the City just repair the bridge, asked where he could obtain the Bridge Avenue corridor study and how the clarifier project is coming along. Kamrath thanked the City employees who worked at the Beat the Blahs event at Northbridge Mall this past weekend.

Theodore Paulson, 616 James Avenue, asked the City to look at an ordinance preventing convicted sex offenders from living near schools, daycares and similar locations. City Attorney Schwab stated that the State of Iowa has designated exclusion zones which prohibit a sex offender from living within a certain distance from these locations. Iowa is currently being sued in federal district court over this issue and he is waiting for the outcome of this case.

Police Chief Winkels stated that Nancy Sabin, Executive Director of the Jacob Wetterling Foundation, spoke at the Offender Predator Education Program and suggested that interested parties should visit the foundation’s website which has a wealth of information about this issue. He noted that the State of Minnesota has no exclusion zones and that studies have shown that they do not work.

Theodore Paulson stated that he doesn’t believe that convicted sex offenders should live next door to daycares and schools.

City Manager Simonsen responded to the questions raised. With regard to the weeds and painting at the old wastewater treatment plant site, the City plans to reopen the area which will involve some reseeding and potentially some type of screen to cover the domes from lake view points. She noted that City Hall maintenance would begin when weather permits. Ms. Simonsen is not familiar with the truck parked on South Lincoln. No homes will be purchased in the airport land acquisition. Staff is aware of the unfunded mandate initiative and that we have not formally identified specific mandates to submit at this time. Regarding the TIF 5-5 noncompliance issue, the City will be meeting with the County Attorney to discuss this further. The issue was discussed at a regular Council meeting. The request to pay for the pumper truck through pension funds is something the Council may consider at the end of the year. The City isn’t intending to take over the township fire department but informal discussions have been held about partnering on fires. The bonding request for $140,000 includes the Katherine Island bridge replacement but also includes the stabilization of the island. She noted that the island is disintegrating into the lake and the City hopes to pour a foundation around the island and perform certain safety issues in and around the island. Regarding the clarifiers, City Engineer Jahnke stated that we are currently working on plans and specifications. Ms. Simonsen thanked Mr. Kamrath for acknowledging City participation in the Beat the Blahs event and stated that several Councilors also took part. She told Mr. Paulson that the City has the education session on CD if he is interested in seeing it.

Ms. Simonsen explained that the City of Albert Lea has received a written request for permission to use the former Buy and Save Building as public warehousing for the next 12 months. Mr. Al Larson, owner of the Albert Lea Public Warehouse, needs additional warehousing space until the addition to his existing warehouse is complete. Mr. Larson is requesting that prior to the end of the agreement the City and he meet to determine if additional time is needed. City staff is recommending granting temporary permission (up to one year) for use of this building for warehousing purposes.

After Council discussion, Councilor Marin moved, Councilor Erdman seconded, that the request to use the Buy and Save building as public warehousing for 12 months without a zone change be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the use approved.

Jon Ford, Executive Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, presented a brief report on the recently completed housing study. He noted that the number one priority was rehabilitation of the existing housing stock, both renter and owner occupied. It is estimated that the County population will increase by 1500 to 2000 in the next decade with the projection for Albert Lea at 900+. The housing study and needs assessment go hand-in-hand. The housing study includes the demographic data and the analysis is built off of that data. Now we are going into the final stage of the process which is the comprehensive plan. The plan pulls the ideas and the numbers from the study together into a directive. That directive spells out who will do what and lays out a pattern for local government working with public and private groups to accomplish the objectives of the plan. A rough version of that plan should be available mid-March. He stated that they will be hosting a public forum on the study on March 16 at Riverland Community College at 7 p.m.

In response to a question about the possibility for grants following these studies, Mr. Ford stated that the studies are very important as funding sources constantly want to see if the requests for funding have been researched and points are given for these studies. The studies are a very vital part of funding applications.

Noting that there is a reference in the recommendations to possibly pursue programs to purchase and demolish smaller homes which are beyond repair, a question was asked about how many homes this would include. Mr. Ford stated that they recommended a rough estimate of four to five percent. He noted that the housing stock is good in general but that 40 percent of the homes were built before 1940. An exact number will be determined further along in the process.

The April co-chairs for the Sesquicentennial committee would like to host an Ag Day parade on Saturday, April 1, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. They would like to use the same route as the 3^rd of July parade. The Ag Day parade would consist mostly of antique farm equipment and some floats. City staff is recommending cooperation from the necessary departments to hold this parade.

Councilor Marin moved, Councilor Rasmussen seconded, that the request for the Ag Day parade on April 1 be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the parade request approved.

The Bayside Ski Club is requesting the installation of signage at Edgewater Park at the newly restored ski area. They would like to install a weatherproof event type sign that would recognize donors to the project as well as posting the dates and times of events at the site. The sign would match the other signage in the park to create consistency and would also allow the opportunity to post safety guidelines for use of the area.

Councilor Rasmussen moved, Councilor Marin seconded, that the request for a sign as outlined coordinated through the Parks and Recreation Director be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the request approved.

REQUEST TO USE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT WITHDRAWN

Mayor Summers announced that this item was withdrawn from the agenda as the City of Lewisville was able to use the New Ulm facility which is much closer.

City Manager Simonsen reported that this is the second reading and public hearing to amend City Code Chapter 42 Article II Relating to Boat Dock Regulations. This amendment would add a paragraph to this section as follows:

(8) In addition to the numbered sticker required for attachment to the dock, boat dock permittees are required to place a form of identification reflecting owners address on all objects located on the shoreline.

This amendment would assist city employees in identifying owners of structures and property on boat dock sites around Fountain Lake.

Mayor Summers opened the public hearing. The necessary notice for this hearing was published on February 16, 2006.

Mike Murtaugh, 313 Willamor Road, stated that he had talked with his Councilor regarding this amendment. He feels that this is overkill and that concern is being expressed about putting names and addresses on the equipment. He suggested the City could require a number instead of identification. He also stated that he has rented a dock space for the past three years and has never received a plate.

Lanier Pratt, 807 Lake Shore Drive, stated that he had no problem with putting numbers on the equipment.

Mayor Summers closed the public hearing. On roll call vote, Councilors Erdman and Brooks voted in favor of the Ordinance with Councilors Rasmussen, Marin, Fjelstad, Severtson and Mayor Summers voting nay. Mayor Summers declared the ordinance defeated.

(See Secretary's Original Ordinance

102, 3d included with these minutes.)

Mayor Summers requested confirmation of his recommendation to submit the following names to the Chief Judge of the Third Judicial District to be appointed to the Charter Commission for a term ending December 31, 2010:

Roger Jemmings, 409 Meredith Road

Randy Kehr, 1712 Plainview Lane

Jamie Kyllo, 401 Lakeview Boulevard

Mike Woitas, 2214 E. Main Street

The following individuals are retiring from the Charter Commission in May 2006: Milt Ost, Niles Shoff and Marge Thompson. Tom Gaudreau resigned from the Charter Commission in 2005 as he was leaving Albert Lea.

Councilor Marin moved, Councilor Severtson seconded, that the Mayor’s recommendations to the Charter Commission be confirmed. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the City Clerk directed to provide the recommendations to the Chief Judge.

City Manager Simonsen explained that the City Council, acting as the Board of Appeals, is hosting a hearing for a variance requested from Tim and Resha Hovde for property located at 2600 South Shore Drive. This property is located in a R1 zoning district and is lakeshore property. This property had an existing house that sat 12.1 feet from the front right-of-way. The average setback in this area is 16.82 feet. During the construction of a new addition, the owners found that it was more conducive to use the existing foundation and are therefore requesting a 4.72 foot variance to the average front yard setback. City staff is recommending granting the variance to use the existing foundation which does not meet front yard setbacks.

Councilor Marin moved, Councilor Rasmussen seconded, that the variance for 2600 South Shore Drive be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-47 included with these minutes.)

The County Assessor’s office has requested that the City Council establish May 4, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. as the official date for the City Council to hold the Board of Review for tax valuation purposes.

Councilor Severtson moved, Councilor Brooks seconded, that the Council sit as the Board of Review on May 4, 2006 at 7 p.m. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the date set.

Ms. Simonsen reported that the City has been notified by the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Education that the Public Library Accessibility and Construction Grant review committee has recommended funding to the City of Albert Lea for $200,000 for the removal of architectural barriers at the Albert Lea Public Library. The grant is contingent upon accepting the following:

• Implementing a policy that excludes able bodied staff from parking their vehicles in the north parking lot reserved for library users.

• Immediately adjust the slow power assisted door on the north entrance.

• Consider installing a hard-wired telephone with a TTY coupler.

• Place items within a 48-inch height reach range for display items such as magazine racks.

The City of Albert Lea has five working days to accept the grant requirements. The Library Advisory Board is unanimously recommending acceptance of the grant. A completed grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Education will follow. She noted that the City can’t make any accessibility changes without meeting the life safety code.

Councilor Rasmussen moved, Councilor Marin seconded, that Resolution 06-48, accepting library grant requirements, be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-48 included with these minutes.)

Ms. Simonsen noted that this resolution authorizes the City to approve a deed to the Albert Lea Port Authority for the property known as North Building #4 in the Northaire Industrial Park. A property title issue has arisen in the sale of the property from the Port Authority to Innovance. The building was built in 1999 on land that was owned between the Port Authority and Greater Jobs. However, in preparing the deed to transfer the land, the City of Albert Lea was listed instead of the Albert Lea Port Authority. The adoption of this resolution would allow for this deed to be corrected so the property may be sold to Innovance.

Councilor Fjelstad moved, Councilor Brooks seconded, that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute a deed to the Albert Lea Port Authority. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary’s Original Resolution

06-49 included with these minutes.)

City Manager Simonsen reported that this is the first reading of an Ordinance Establishing an Automated Pawn System®. This ordinance would repeal City Code, Chapter 22 Article V and would adopt the new ordinance implementing an Automated Pawn System (APS). APS is currently in use throughout Minnesota to allow better tracking of goods that are sold or purchased through pawn shops. APS is a searchable data base that is available to all agencies participating in this system.

The ordinance requires an application form be provided to the City Clerk for a new pawn broker license or for renewal of an existing license. Further, at the time of any reportable transaction the licensee must immediately record information regarding the item in to the APS system. Photographs of the item as well as the individual buying or selling the item must accompany every transaction. On a daily basis the Police Department will receive a list of transactions conducted by the pawn shop. The ordinance details the time frames for holding an item prior to selling and buying as well as the consequences for failure to follow the ordinance.

Councilor Erdman introduced Ordinance 103, 3d, establishing an Automated Pawn System. Ordinance 103, 3d will lay over for a second reading and public hearing pursuant to Charter requirements.

(See Secretary's Original Ordinance

103, 3d included with these minutes.)

This resolution amends Resolution 05-233 which set fees for 2006 to remove the current fee of $50.00 for false alarms to the following:

a.  Penalties for Alarm User Per Six (6) Month Period

1^st Offense                                                                    No Penalty

2^nd Offense                                                                   No Penalty

3^rd Offense                                                                          $50.00

4^th Offense                                                                        $100.00

5^th or More Offense                             $150.00 for each offense

b.  Penalty for Alarm System Company     $100.00 for each violation

     for Failure to Comply with Ordinance 

After Council discussion, Councilor Severtson moved, Councilor Rasmussen seconded, that Resolution 06-50, amending false alarm fees for 2006 be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-50 included with these minutes.)

As part of the airport’s master plan update in 2003 the City identified the scope of the project for acquisition of land and easements near and around the proposed expanded runway. The City contracted with Mead and Hunt and SRF to identify the necessary parcels and conduct the property title work, etc. which is necessary to obtain land within the critical zone of the airport. After a detailed review of the project at the workshop held on February 23, 2006, this resolution accepts the appraisals as identified in the resolution and authorizes SRF to proceed with the land acquisition as proposed.

Councilor Severtson moved, Councilor Brooks seconded, that the appraisals be accepted and that SRF proceed with negotiations for land and easement acquisitions. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary’s Original Resolution

06-51 included with these minutes.)

City Manager Simonsen reported that this resolution authorizes an agreement with Bolton & Menk, Mankato, MN to provide professional engineering services to the City of Albert Lea for the East Main Street/I-35 Area. The City is working with two development proposals for travel centers at this interchange. SRF Consulting Group has previously prepared traffic studies for the area that addressed the existing deficiencies and recommended improvements necessary for the new development. This contract would address the design and implementation of the improvements including:

• East Main Street turn lanes

• East Main Street/Consul Street intersection, lighting and signalization

• East Main Street lighting.

The agreement would propose to commence services immediately upon a notice to proceed and would be completed on a schedule that is mutually agreeable to both parties. This phase of engineering would complete the work design east of the intersection and the feasibility report for the west side.

Councilor Erdman stated that he has received complaints about the area where CSAH 46 and 65 come together into what seems one lane. He requested that this area be included in this agreement. City Engineer Jahnke stated that MN DOT has looked at that intersection at least twice in the past 10 years and has not come up with a change for it. It will be a difficult one to solve.

After Council discussion, Councilor Marin moved, Councilor Severtson seconded, that an agreement with Bolton and Menk for the East Main Street/I-35 area be authorized. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-52 included with these minutes.)

Ms. Simonsen stated that this resolution authorizes the Engineering Department to prepare an engineering study for proposed alley improvements between Alice and Raymond Avenue and Alice and Green Avenue. Several residents of the neighborhood have requested the alley to be resurfaced and Councilor Fjelstad is requesting City Council to instruct staff to proceed with the project. A neighborhood meeting was held in September 2005 with the residents being split on whether or not they wanted to pay for concrete improvements to this alley. This resolution would authorize the feasibility report including a preliminary report and cost estimate.

Councilor Fjelstad moved, Councilor Marin seconded, that preparation of a feasibility report for the alley project be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-53 included with these minutes.)

The Storage Area Network (SAN) provides the storage of data from the City’s computer systems as well as allows an off sight backup solution. The City has continually upgraded our Network Attached Storage (NAS) device over the past four years. However, many of those storage devices are no longer under warranty and are experiencing hardware problems that have lead to the loss of data and many hours of downtime for staff. The new system would allow the older NAS devices to be reformatted and moved to the basement of the Government Center to provide the City with off sight backup.

Staff has reviewed six different systems ranging from $65,567 to $147,299 and is recommending purchase from Xiotech under the State contract at a cost of $107,061. The cost will be charged to the administrative services fund which will in turn be allocated to each department over a five year period.

Councilor Marin moved, Councilor Brooks seconded, that the purchase of a storage area network from Xiotech at a cost of $107,061 be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary's Original Resolution

06-54 included with these minutes.)

The City currently has a low income assessment and utility billing policy to benefit low income persons. Income guidelines for low income residents were last set in 2001. City staff is recommending a revision of these limits using the guidelines corresponding with those used by the Housing Redevelopment Authority and other federal programs.

The current income limits to be used for the determination of qualifying for a deferral of an assessment or a discount on water and sewer bills is $15,500 for a single person and $1,500 per additional dependent in the household.

Staff is recommending that the income guidelines be adjusted to $19,000 for a single person and $2,700 for each additional dependent in the household. A very low income family is defined as income that does not exceed 50% of the median family income for the area.

Councilor Severtson moved, Councilor Brooks seconded, that Resolution 06-55, revising the low income assessment and utility billing policy, be approved. On roll call vote, all Councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.

(See Secretary’s Original Resolution

06-55 included with these minutes.)

First Ward, Councilor Rasmussen:

(1) Requested an update on the Freeborn Bank building. He wants to see the City move ahead with the building.

Second Ward, Councilor Erdman:

(1) Thanked Inspection for getting garbage removed on North Fourth Avenue.

(2) Received a request for Uptown Dental Clinic for a handicap stall on East William in front of the clinic.

(3) Thanked the staff who put together the Opportunity for Development brochure for the Blazing Star Landing.

(4) The Heritage Preservation Commission along with the Community Development Department put together a nice handbook for the people in the historic district and announced that they are hosting an open house Tuesday night at the City Center Multi-Purpose Room from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

(5) Being part of a Certified Local Government, one of 35 in the State, he received a copy of the Minnesota History Interpreter put out by the State Historical Society which shows a picture of the Lea Center with a caption reading "SAVED – Home Improvement Building 1916".

Third Ward, Councilor Marin:

(1) Thanked those involved in preparing the Blazing Star Landing brochure, it is clear, thorough with beautiful pictures. We have high hopes for the Blazing Star Landing as a result of that document.

(2) Asked Manager to explain the City ordinance regulating garbage trucks in residential areas. Ms. Simonsen stated that garbage trucks are permitted in residential areas from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

(3) Commented that there is already a skunk problem in the Front Street and South Fourth Avenue area.

(4) Stated that his daughter plays 5^th grade basketball and expressed his appreciation to the coaches and moms and dads involved with this group.

(5) Stated that sometimes the Councilors receive criticism for expenditures for the Fire and Police Departments. He wants the best and most up-to-date equipment we can afford for these first responders.

Sixth Ward, Councilor Brooks:

(1) A resident in Dawn Acres has asked if the City will come in and seal coat the streets. City Engineer Jahnke responded that this will be done either this year or next year.

(2) There are two street lights out on Front Street by the bridge.

(3) Does the City have a policy on corn storage for corn burners? Ms. Simonsen replied that we have no ordinance or policy addressing that issue. Fire Chief Paul Stieler stated that at this time there is no ordinance dealing with corn or wood storage.

Councilor Brooks moved, Councilor Marin seconded, that there being no further business, the council meeting be adjourned until the next regular meeting of the Albert Lea City Council on Monday, March 13, 2006. On roll call vote, all councilors voted in favor of said motion. Mayor Summers declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned.

Filed and attested February 28, 2006.

 /S/ Sandi Behrens                                                                  /S/ Aaron Summers                                                      

Secretary of the Council                                                        Mayor 

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