08-02-2022 City Council Meeting Minutes

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City Council Minutes August 2, 2022 Page 4 of 7 COUNCIL MEMBER PEDERSON MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE SUMMARY PUBLICATION. COUNCIL MEMBER RONNING SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 7. Fire 7.1. Fire Report The July 2022 Fire Department Report was received by Council. 8. Police 8.1 Police Department Report The June 2022 Police Department Monthly Report was received by Council. 8.2 Police-School Liaison Officer Agreement Sergeant Franz informed the Council that the School Board has already approved the Liaison Officer Agreement. He stated there is an increase in cost of the agreement due to raises to Police Officers. Discussion ensued about if there are federal funds available for this position and Sergeant Franz said there are funds but he is not sure if we would qualify since we already have an established SRO position but he will look into. 8.3 Cannabinoids Ordinance Mr. Spiczka stated that cannabinoids has been a topic in the surrounding area and there seems to be a lot of confusion. He informed the Council that most municipalities are not passing ordinances yet. Sergeant Franz explained recent changes with regulations and restrictions on THC levels and the packaging. He stated they are expecting something from the state to give more guidance and regulations. 9. Public Works 9.1. Public Works Report The July 2022, Public Works Monthly Report was received by Council. Mr. Spiczka stated the Public Works Department will be selling a truck and sand/salt spreader. He said in the past the city would do a public auction or sealed bids. He stated that is not a requirement and it just need to be put into a public market. He said he would like to post the items for 7 days without taking any action and is hoping it is more seamless and quicker. He also stated he would like to look to sell mowers and other equipment that the city does not need and replace with equipment that the city does need. Discussion ensued about cleaning storm sewer grates.