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CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
Monday, July 13, 2020
6:30 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL: Mueller, Gunn, Hull, Meehlhause, Bergeron
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes – June 22, 2020 Council Meeting
B. Just and Correct Claims
6. PUBLIC COMMENT
Citizens may speak to issues not on tonight’s agenda. Before speaking,
please give your full name and address for the minutes. Also, please limit
your comments to three minutes.
7. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
A. John Connelly, Twin Cities North Chamber – Business Update/COVID
Impacts
B. Police Chief Nate Harder – Second Quarter Report
8. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. Resolution 9290, Authorize Sanitary Sewer Manhole Repairs
B. Resolution 9291, Authorize Repairs to Unit #723 - Backhoe
9. REPORTS
A. Reports of Mayor and Council
B. Reports of Staff
1. City Administrator
a. Easement Parcel Purchase Price Discussion
b. LGU Update
10. NEXT COUNCIL WORK SESSION: Monday, August 3, 2020 at 6:30 PM
NEXT COUNCIL MEETING: Monday, July 27, 2020 at 6:30 PM
11. ADJOURNMENT
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL 1
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW 2
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 3
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Regular Meeting 5
June 22, 2020 6
Mounds View City Hall 7
2401 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112 8
6:32 P.M. 9
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1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 12
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Mayor Mueller reported due to the COVID-19 pandemic this meeting was being held virtually. 14
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 16
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3. ROLL CALL: Bergeron, Gunn, Hull, Meehlhause, Mueller 18
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NOT PRESENT: None. 20
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4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 22
A. Monday, June 22, 2020, City Council Agenda. 23
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MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Approve the Monday, June 22, 2020, agenda as presented. 25
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A roll call vote was taken. 27
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 29
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5. CONSENT AGENDA 31
A. Approval of Minutes: June 8, 2020. 32
B. Just and Correct Claims. 33
C. Resolution 9287, Approving Appeal of Nonconforming Driveway related to 34
the Quincy Street Reconstruction Project for 5386 Quincy Street. 35
D. Resolution 9283, Approving Asset Management Software for the Water 36
Treatment Plants and Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations. 37
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MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Bergeron. To Approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 39
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A roll call vote was taken. 41
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 43
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6. PUBLIC COMMENT 45
Mounds View City Council June 22, 2020
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None. 2
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7. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 4
A. City Position Statement Regarding Recent Events. 5
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Mayor Mueller read a City position statement regarding recent events. On behalf of the Mounds 7
View City Council she sent her condolences to the George Floyd family. She reported the City 8
recently reviewed all of its policies and discussed how the Mounds View Police Department 9
modeled 21st Century policing. She explained Mounds View officers meet or exceed all training 10
requirements, especially those related to use of force. She indicated the City was proud of its 11
Police Department and all of the community outreach functions that occurred each year. 12
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Council Member Bergeron encouraged residents to visit the City’s webpage to view the full 14
statement from the City. He stated he was proud of the Mounds View Police Department and he 15
wanted to see the department continuing the great work they have been doing in the community. 16
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Council Member Gunn agreed and thanked the Mounds View Police Department for being 18
committed to community outreach. She asked that residents of Mounds View not diminish the 19
department’s efforts. She explained the Mounds View Police Department was not the 20
Minneapolis Police Department. 21
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8. COUNCIL BUSINESS 23
A. Resolution 9281, Approving the Renewal of Mounds View Liquor Licenses. 24
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City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council approve the renewal of the Mounds View 26
liquor licenses. He explained these licenses would be valid from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 27
2021 for The Mermaid, Moe’s, the movie theater, Merwin Liquor, Vino & Stogies and 28
SuperAmerica. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been submitted by all vendors, 29
except for the movie theater. He explained Moe’s would have their utility bill paid in full by June 30
30th and has requested the Council waive 100% of their liquor license fees for the upcoming year. 31
He noted New Brighton has waived 100% of their liquor license fees in an effort to assist its local 32
businesses. 33
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Council Member Gunn commented if the City were to forego the license for Moe’s she believed it 35
would only be fair to refund the fees for all of the other liquor license holders. She indicated each 36
of these businesses have been through hard times since March. She noted the City has bent over 37
backwards a number of times for Moe’s in order for them to maintain their liquor license. She 38
questioned how the other members of the Council wanted to proceed with this item. 39
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Council Member Meehlhause asked how much money the City made on liquor license revenues. 41
Finance Director Beer estimated this to be $15,000. 42
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Council Member Meehlhause agreed that if the Council was going to waive it for one the City 44
would have to waive it for all of the liquor license holders. He discussed this history of Moe’s 45
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liquor license requests and noted there always seems to be an issue. He recommended the Council 1
either waive all the fees or none of the fees. 2
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Council Member Bergeron supported the recommendation that the waiver be for all or none of 4
the license holders. He stated the Council needed to acknowledge the fact that each of these 5
businesses has been struggling since March. He recommended the City consider a 60% fee for 6
2020-2021. Finance Director Beer reported Moe’s was requesting relief in 2020. 7
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Council Member Hull asked if the rates were already prorated. City Administrator Zikmund 9
commented the rates would be prorated 25%. 10
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Mayor Mueller noted there were other businesses in the City that have been impacted by COVID-12
19 and have had to close due to the governor’s executive orders. She questioned what the loss 13
would be to the City if the Council were to forgive all license renewals fees. Finance Director 14
Beer reported this would be an additional $5,000 to $8,000 on top of the $15,000 for liquor 15
licenses. 16
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Mayor Mueller commented on the discussions that were being held by the legislature during the 18
Special Session and noted funds could be distributed to cities to assist with losses due to COVID-19
19. Finance Director Beer reported a CARES Act was being considered by the State. 20
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City Administrator Zikmund indicated staff could speak with Moe’s and make them aware of the 22
number of requests the City has had for relief. He reported the City Council would have to 23
consider how to delegate CARES Act funding ($1,000,000) if this was approved by the State. 24
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Mayor Mueller questioned if Moe’s fulfilled the payment plan that was established in 2019. 26
Finance Director Beer reported Moe’s did fulfill this requirement. 27
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Further discussion ensued regarding what would and would not be covered through federal 29
CARES Act dollars. 30
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MOTION/SECOND: Hull/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9281, Approving 32
the Renewal of Mounds View Liquor Licenses. 33
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Council Member Gunn questioned what the liquor license fee would be for these businesses. City 35
Administrator Zikmund commented at this time the Council would be approving a 25% reduction 36
for those businesses that have submitted all necessary fees and paperwork. 37
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A roll call vote was taken. 39
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 41
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B. Resolution 9282, Approving the Renewal of Mounds View Business Licenses 43
(Non-Liquor). 44
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City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council approve the renewal of the Mounds View 1
business licenses (non-liquor). He noted a prorated rate was being offered to all businesses that 2
were forced to close per an executive order from the governor. Staff discussed the businesses 3
that had been closed due to the Stay at Home order. 4
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MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9282, 6
Approving the Renewal of Mounds View Business Licenses (Non-Liquor). 7
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A roll call vote was taken. 9
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 11
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C. Resolution 9288, Approving COVID-19 Preparedness Plan. 13
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Human Resources Coordinator Ewald requested the Council approve a COVID-19 preparedness 15
plan. She explained this plan was a requirement per an executive order from Governor Walz. She 16
indicated this was meant to be a fluid document that could be expanded upon as time goes on and 17
events change during the COVID-19 pandemic. 18
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Mayor Mueller questioned if the staff time spent on this document could be reimbursed by 20
CARES Act dollars. Finance Director Beer stated this would be a reimbursable expense. 21
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Mayor Mueller thanked staff for their efforts on this document. 23
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MOTION/SECOND: Hull/Bergeron. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9288, 25
Approving COVID-19 Preparedness Plan. 26
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A roll call vote was taken. 28
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 30
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D. Resolution 9289, Accepting Proposals and Awarding Contract to Bergerson 32
Caswell, Inc. for Municipal Well No. 6 Rehabilitation. 33
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Public Works Director Peterson requested the Council accept proposals and award a contract to 35
Bergerson Caswell, Inc. for the rehabilitation of Municipal Well No. 6. He discussed the work 36
that would be done on Well No. 6 and noted Bergerson Caswell has successfully completed 37
projects in Mounds View in the past. Staff commented further on the project and recommended 38
approval. 39
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MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9289, 41
Accepting Proposals and Awarding Contract to Bergerson Caswell, Inc. for Municipal Well No. 6 42
Rehabilitation. 43
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A roll call vot e was taken. 45
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2
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9. REPORTS 4
A. Reports of Mayor and Council. 5
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Council Member Meehlhause reported he would be attending a virtual NYFS meeting on 7
Thursday, June 25th. 8
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Mayor Mueller stated she would be attending a virtual League of Minnesota Cities Annual 10
meeting on Thursday, June 25th and on Friday, June 26th she would attending a virtual Minnesota 11
Women in City Government Annual meeting. She reported the Town Hall meeting for District 42 12
that was scheduled for last Friday, June 19th was rescheduled to Sunday, June 28th at 4:00 p.m. 13
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Mayor Mueller noted she spoke with a resident that lives at the corner of Quincy and Bronson. 15
She thanked the Public Works Department staff for visiting this resident’s home in order to 16
address their concerns. 17
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Mayor Mueller commented she completed a Mayor’s Message with CTV on Tuesday, June 16th. 19
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Council Member Gunn reported COVID testing was now being conducted at CVS in Mounds 21
View. 22
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B. Reports of Staff. 24
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Finance Director Beer stated staff was preparing a draft RFP for new meters and readers. He 26
commented on how the self-service model within the utility billing software would save a great 27
deal of staff time in processing payments. He explained the cost for the software module was 28
$1,600 per year plus $1.25 per transaction. 29
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Public Works Director Peterson discussed the point of sale program. He noted the City has had 31
68 applications to date. 32
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Public Works Director Peterson updated the Council on the 2020 street improvement project. It 34
was noted heavy street work would begin the week of July 6th. 35
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City Administrator Zikmund discussed the requirements the County had put in place in order to 37
reopen splash pads. 38
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City Administrator Zikmund commented on the items that would be discussed at the Council’s 40
July worksession meeting. 41
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City Administrator Zikmund explained staff met with Mr. Fields to discuss a potential subdivision. 43
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City Administrator Zikmund updated the Council on the renovation work that was being 1
completed at City Hall. 2
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C. Reports of City Attorney. 4
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City Attorney Riggs had nothing additional to report. 6
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10. Next Council Work Session: Monday, July 6, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. 8
Next Council Meeting: Monday, July 13, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. 9
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11. ADJOURNMENT 11
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The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. 13
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Heidi Guenther 17
Minute Maker Secretarial 18
The Mounds View Vision
A Thriving Desirable Community
Item No: 8A
Meeting Date: July 13, 2020
Type of Business: Council Business
Administrator Review: ____
City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Don Peterson, Public Works Director
Item Title/Subject: Resolution 9290, Authorize Sanitary Sewer Manhole Repairs
Background / Discussion:
During regular inspection and cleaning of the sanitary sewer system, Public Works Staff
discovered several manholes that have ground water leaking into the manholes or
infiltration. Public Works researched options for the necessary repairs and determined
that lining the manholes would be the best option.
Staff contacted two companies to provide a quote to facilitate the repairs:
• Innovative Foundation Supportworks $27,850.00
• Thul (pronounced “Tool”) Specialty Contracting $22,375.00
The funding for these repairs is budgeted in the Sanitary Sewer fund, 730-4823-7050,
which includes $25,000.00 for manhole lining.
Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal: Maintain and Plan for Infrastructure Improvements.
Financial Impact: No Impact to the 2020 Budget as repairs are budgeted, Sanitary
Sewer Fund, 730-4823-7050, for these necessary repairs.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval and authorization for Thul Specialty Contracting of Elk River
MN for $22,375.00 to line various manholes; monies budgeted in the Sanitary Sewer
Fund account 730-4823-7050.
Respectfully submitted,
Don Peterson, Public Works Director
The Mounds View Vision
A Thriving Desirable Community
RESOLUTION 9290
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AUTHORIZE SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE REPAIRS
WHEREAS, Public Works Staff investigated a potential problem with several
sanitary sewer manholes and discovered ground water entering the manholes; and
WHEREAS, Staff determined that the best method for repairs was to line the
manholes; and
WHEREAS, Staff contacted two companies to provide a quote to facilitate the
repairs:
• Innovative Foundation Supportworks $27,850.00
• Thul Specialty Contracting $22,375.00
WHEREAS, the funding for these repairs is budgeted in the Sanitary Sewer fund,
730-4823-7050, which includes $25,000.00 for manhole lining.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mounds
View, Ramsey County, Minnesota as follows:
1. The City hereby approves the quote from Thul Specialty Contracting of Elk
River MN, for $22,375.00 for lining of several sanitary sewer manholes in the
City of Mounds View.
2. Funding will be from the Sanitary Sewer Fund, 730-4823-7050.
3. The Mayor and City Administrator are hereby authorized and directed to
execute all appropriate documents to effectuate the actions contemplated by
this resolution.
4. The Mayor and City Administrator, Staff and consultants are hereby authorized
and directed to take any and all additional steps and actions necessary or
convenient in order to accomplish the intent of this Resolution.
Adopted this 13th day of July, 2020
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Carol A Mueller, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Nyle Zikmund, City Administrator
(SEAL)
The Mounds View Vision
A Thriving Desirable Community
Item No: 8B
Meeting Date: July 13, 2020
Type of Business: Council Business
Administrator Review: ____
City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Don Peterson, Public Works Director
Item Title/Subject: Resolution 9291, Authorize Repairs to Unit #723 – CAT
Backhoe
Background / Discussion:
During the 2019 budget process, Public Works Staff evaluated the condition of unit #723,
a CAT Backhoe. The unit was scheduled to be replaced in 2020. The backhoe is primarily
used for utility repair work IE. water main breaks, storm sewer repairs. Staff determined
the Backhoe is in good to great condition and doesn’t need replacement in 2020, but the
life of the unit can be extended with a minor overhaul (ware points, pins and hoses). The
replacement date of the unit would be evaluated in 5 years with the goal of not replacing
it for another 10 years.
Staff received a quote from Ziegler Cat for the estimated needed repair work for
$12,205.00.
Repairs are budgeted in the Water Fund, 700-4823-5130, which includes $12,000.00 for
this backhoe overhaul.
Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal: Maintain and Plan for Infrastructure Improvements.
Financial Impact: No Impact to the 2020 Budget as repairs are budgeted in the Water
Fund, account 700-4823-5130, this overhaul.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council approve the quote from Zeigler CAT of Minneapolis, MN
for $12,205.00, from the Water Fund, account 700-4823-5130.
Respectfully submitted,
Don Peterson – Public Works Director
The Mounds View Vision
A Thriving Desirable Community
RESOLUTION 9291
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AUTHORIZE REPAIRS TO UNIT #723 – CAT BACKHOE
WHEREAS, Public Works Staff evaluated the condition of unit #723, a CAT
Backhoe and determined that the unit was in good to great condition; and
WHEREAS, Staff determined that a minor overhaul was need to extend the life of
this unit; and
WHEREAS, Staff received a quote from Ziegler CAT for the estimated needed
repair work for $12,205.00; and
WHEREAS, Repairs are budgeted in the Water Fund, 700-4823-5130, which
includes $12,000.00 for this backhoe overhaul.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mounds
View, Ramsey County, Minnesota as follows:
1. The Council hereby approves the quote from Ziegler CAT of Minneapolis, MN,
for $12,205.00 for overhauling the CAT Backhoe, unit #723.
2. Funding is budgeted in the Water Fund, 700-4823-5130.
3. The Mayor and City Administrator are hereby authorized and directed to
execute all appropriate documents to effectuate the actions contemplated by
this resolution.
4. The Mayor and City Administrator, Staff and consultants are hereby authorized
and directed to take any and all additional steps and actions necessary or
convenient in order to accomplish the intent of this Resolution.
Adopted this 13th day of July, 2020
____________________________________
Carol A Mueller, Mayor
ATTEST: ____________________________________
Nyle Zikmund, City Administrator
(SEAL)