What happened
- Consent agenda approved: check numbers 72220-72311, 3713E-3729E, and additional checks 72312-72319
- Red Wing Avenue punch-list work by Wencl Construction; final completion date June 26, 2021
- Business Park/Utility Extension by A-1 Excavating; substantial completion July 2, 2021
- FEMA flood repair plans nearly complete, to be quoted and built this summer
- Resolution 2021-08 adopted approving preliminary and final plat of Viking Second Addition
- Resolution 2021-09 adopted approving the Barsness development agreement; Barsnesses pay full cost of utility extension to 1002 Highway 60 East
- Change Order #5 with A-1 approved for water/sewer hookup north of Highway 60, landowner-funded
- City expects approximately $203,000 in American Rescue Plan federal COVID funds over two years; work session to follow
- Granicus proposal accepted contingent on City Attorney approval; Memorial Day parade permit approved for May 31, 2021
- Council voted not to waive LMCIT state tort liability limits; approved $4,765.00 Gunderson House air conditioner; Police Chief Sjolander resigned and hiring process authorized
What was asked 20 raised · 11 settled
Every question, assignment, pending figure and unsourced claim from this meeting, quoted from the record, each checked against the county, census, listing, bid and budget data we hold.
State statutes limit a city's tort liability to a maximum of $500,000 per claimant and $1,500,000 per occurrence.
LMCIT liability coverage waiver decision.
At the meetingCouncil voted 4-0-0 to follow past City precedence and not waive the limits.
The limits stated are the ones the city has recited in every subsequent LMCIT waiver item: $500,000 per claimant, $1,500,000 per occurrence, with additional coverage available up to $2,000,000 annually, as read into the record on May 14 2024, May 13 2025 and May 12 2026. The one departure is the June 13 2023 packet, where City Attorney Riggs stated cities can purchase additional coverage up to $3,000,000 annually. The council has voted not to waive the limits each year, most recently 5-0-0 on May 12 2026.
5-12-26_Council_Packet_Updated · taken up again 2026-05-12
Motion by Ryan second by Gard to approve the quote from Reliable Heating and Cooling of $4,765.00 for a new air conditioner at the Gunderson House.
Historic Structures study recommended air conditioning to preserve the downstairs of the home.
At the meetingQuote approved 4-0-0.
The $4,765.00 figure is confirmed: the bid record lists the May 11 2021 Gunderson House A/C purchase as awarded to Reliable Heating & Cooling at $4,765. No Gunderson House capital fund balance appears in our holdings; the department budget lines we hold show only a $8,000 transfer to capital fund budgeted in 2024 with $0 spent.
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Motion by Gard second by Ryan to authorize the City Administrator to move ahead with the hiring process for a replacement police chief.
Police Chief Lee Sjolander announced he had turned in his letter of resignation that day.
At the meetingMotion carried 4-0-0.
The hiring process moved ahead: on June 8 2021 Administrator Vahlsing reported the city was advertising for a police chief, and the council approved an updated police chief job description 4-0-0. Lee Sjolander is recorded as police chief again in later packets, reporting to the council on November 12 2024, April 8 2025 and March 10 2026.
6.8.21_Council_Minutes; 11.12.24_Council_Packet_And_Agenda; 3-10-26_Council_Packet_Updated · taken up again 2021-06-08
NEW BUSINESS American Rescue Act Plan Funds (COVID Federal Funding) Administrator Vahlsing reported that League of Minnesota Cities estimated that Kenyon should be getting approximately $203,000 in federal COVID funding over the next two years.
Report on American Rescue Act Plan Funds and possible uses.
At the meetingPresented as a League of Minnesota Cities estimate only; actual award pending receipt of funds.
The council accepted the funds by Resolution 2021-11 on July 13 2021, still on the estimate of $203,000 in federal funding over two years, carried 4-0-0. No official federal or state allocation notice confirming a final Kenyon ARPA figure appears in the record; the separate COVID CARES Act fund 240 shows $31,470 in federal grants and aids in the 2025 packets.
7.13.21_Council_Minutes · taken up again 2021-07-13
He recommended going forward with this product contingent on a review of the agreement by the City Attorney. Motion by Ryan second by Gard to accept the Granicus proposal contingent on approval from the City Attorney.
Granicus proposal first presented at the April council meeting.
At the meetingMotion carried 4-0-0 with the contingency attached.
Granicus Peak went into service: on October 12 2021 Administrator Vahlsing demonstrated the system to the council and reviewed the agenda format, and by June 2024 the city described a significant investment in the Granicus Peak Agenda Management System. The award was Granicus at about $3,300 per year, and Granicus Peak billed $4,530.03 in June 2025; no written City Attorney review of the agreement appears in the record.
KENYON_BIDS.md; KENYON_IT_SPEND.md; 10.12.21_Council_Minutes · taken up again 2021-10-12
FEMA Flood Repairs Engineer Olinger stated that the plans for the FEMA Flood repairs should be completed in the next few weeks and then be ready to be sent out for quotes. The project will be completed this summer.
Update on FEMA flood repairs, to be completed this summer.
At the meetingTimeline given as 'next few weeks' with summer completion.
Plans were presented June 8 2021, quotes were opened, and on July 13 2021 the council accepted Griffin Construction's low bid of $77,448.80 against a FEMA grant of $89,922.50, carried 4-0-0. Work did not proceed that summer: on August 10 2021 the engineer reported the contract had been returned to the contractor and work would start toward the end of the year.
7.13.21_Council_Minutes; KENYON_BIDS.md · taken up again 2021-07-13
Two major items left to complete are the storm sewer by 8th Street and the final paving of Red Wing Avenue. The final completion date of all items is June 26, 2021.
Red Wing Avenue construction update.
At the meetingCompletion date stated as June 26, 2021.
The June 26 2021 completion date was not met. On July 13 2021 the engineer reported Red Wing Avenue was paved with a majority of punch list items complete, and Wencl Construction asked to extend final completion from June 26 to October 1 for late season reseeding; Attorney Riggs advised no change order until the work was performed, and liquidated damages were to be examined at the August meeting.
7.13.21_Council_Minutes · taken up again 2021-07-13
Business Park/Utility Extension Project Update Engineer Olinger stated that A-1 Excavating resumed work at the business park this week. The substantial completion date for the project is July 2, 2021.
A-1 Excavating resumed work at the business park this week.
At the meetingDate stated as July 2, 2021.
The July 2 2021 substantial completion date was extended by Change Order #6, approved August 10 2021, to August 13 2021 substantial and September 10 2021 final completion. A-1 Excavating finished the Business Park work and the council approved final pay request No. 8 of $80,834.72 on October 12 2021, contingent on closeout documentation.
8.10.21_Council_Minutes; 10.12.21_Council_Minutes · taken up again 2021-10-12
They are still seeking a location to operate the mobile clinic one day a week. Their goal is to be operational by the end of June.
Old business update on the mobile clinic.
At the meetingStatus reported as still in progress; no site identified.
Mayo presented the mobile clinic plan to the council on June 8 2021, with service in Kenyon every two weeks on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning by the end of June. The arrangement did not hold: a fixed Kenyon Clinic run by Northfield Hospital + Clinics opened October 18 2021, and the Gunderson Gardens clinic space initially leased by Mayo was leased to Northfield Hospital + Clinics in 2021.
6.8.21_Council_Minutes; 10.12.21_Council_Minutes; 2.11.25_Council_Packet__Agenda · taken up again 2021-10-12
The extension would be completed by A-1 Excavating through a change order to the contract. Fred and Linda Barsness agreed to pay the entire cost of the extension.
Utility extension to be completed by A-1 Excavating through a change order.
At the meetingResolution 2021-09 approving the Barsness Development Agreement adopted 4-0-0.
The Highway 60 utility extension serving the Barsness property was built by A-1 Excavating and closed out in the fall of 2021: the utility work along Highway 60 was reported complete on September 14 2021, and on October 12 2021 the council approved final pay request No. 8 to A-1 Excavating for $80,834.72 contingent on project closeout documentation. The signed Barsness development agreement stating the private cost share is not in our holdings.
10.12.21_Council_Minutes · taken up again 2021-10-12
Approve Memorial Day Parade Permit for May 31, 2021 Mayor Henke stated that the annual Memorial Day parade would return to normal this year with a parade down 2nd Street ending with a ceremony at the cemetery.
Parade permit approval for May 31, 2021.
At the meetingPermit approved 4-0-0.
The parade permit was approved 4-0-0 on May 11 2021 and the same route has been approved annually since: down 2nd Street ending with a ceremony at the cemetery, for May 30 2022, May 29 2023 and May 27 2024. No issued permit document or street-closure plan is in our holdings.
6.11.24_Council_Packet_and_Agenda · taken up again 2024-06-11
LEGAL Viking 2nd Addition Plat - Schiller Attorney Riggs stated that Steve Schiller was seeking approval from the City Council on a subdivision that would combine two parcels that are located in different plats. The planning commission and Riggs both recommended approval of the plat, subject to some conditions.
Subdivision combining two parcels located in different plats.
At the meetingResolution 2021-08 adopted 4-0-0 with the conditions.
The plat combining two lots in different plats was completed and recorded at Goodhue County in April 2023, but the county could not finish the lot combination until Tax Increment Financing District No. 4-5, covering one of the two lots in the Countryside Way plat, was decertified, which the council took up April 9 2024. The written list of plat conditions from the Planning Commission and City Attorney is not in our holdings.
4.9.24_Council_Packet__Agenda · taken up again 2024-04-09
Planning Commission: Request to apply for a Building Permit for construction of a new home at 108 7th St. prior to plat approval – Steve Schiller Administrator Vahlsing stated that Steve Schiller was seeking approval to apply for a building permit to construct a house at 108 7th St. before all necessary steps to combine the plat in the Viking 2nd Addition subdivision is completed.
Planning commission item on permitting ahead of plat approval.
At the meetingMotion by Gard, second by Ryan to approve the request; the minutes record no vote tally.
The record confirms Steve Schiller's 2021 lot combination request proceeded and his plat was completed and recorded at Goodhue County in April 2023, with the county able to finalize the combination once TIF District No. 4-5 was decertified in April 2024. The vote tally on the May 11 2021 motion and any record of the building permit being issued for 108 7th St are missing.
4.9.24_Council_Packet__Agenda · taken up again 2024-04-09
Gunderson House – New Air Conditioner Administrator Vahlsing stated that the Historic Structures study of the Gunderson House had recommended installing air conditioning to preserve the condition of the downstairs area of the home.
Justification for the air conditioner purchase.
At the meetingAccepted as the basis for approving the quote.
The study exists and was procured competitively: on August 13 2019 the council awarded the Gunderson House historic structure study to Wold Architects at $15,000, over LHB at $22,500. The study document itself is not in our holdings, so its air-conditioning recommendation cannot be verified from the text.
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Several items were presented for possible use of these funds. A council work session will be scheduled when the money is received.
Several items were presented for possible use of the COVID federal funds.
At the meetingNo date set; contingent on receipt of the funds.
No record of an ARPA work session being scheduled exists in our holdings; the later work session passages concern 2022 and 2023 enterprise fund budget reviews, not the American Rescue Plan funds. Council minutes or an agenda setting an ARPA spending work session date would answer this.
10.11.22_Council_Minutes; 12.12.23_Council_Packet_and_Agenda · would settle it: A scheduled work session date after funds arrive
It would be constructed using materials taken from the old high school as well as new brick and stone. The committee has submitted a building permit for this project.
Informational presentation on the Old Kenyon High School Monument.
At the meetingPresented as information only; no council action recorded.
We hold nothing on the Kenyon High School Monument Committee proposal or any building permit for a monument at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church parking lot. The building permit application and its disposition, or a later council or Planning Commission item on the monument, would answer it.
would settle it: The submitted building permit application and its disposition
Change Order #5 Engineer Olinger reported that the Contractor is requesting approval of a change that would hook up water and sanitary sewer service to a property on the north side of Highway 60. All costs associated with this change order would be paid by the landowner.
Contractor's requested change order on the utility extension contract.
At the meetingChange Order #5 approved 4-0-0.
No document in our holdings states the dollar amount of Change Order #5 or its assignment of cost to the landowner. The change order documents we hold are from other projects, the 2023 Pearl Creek sewer contract with BCM Construction and the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements contract with Fitzgerald Excavating. The executed Change Order #5 to the A-1 Excavating utility extension contract would answer it.
would settle it: The change order document showing dollar amount and the landowner cost-assignment
COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Police Chief Sjolander updated the Council on the blights that have been identified in the City.
Council and staff general comments.
At the meetingUpdate given; no detail or count recorded in the minutes.
No blight list, property count or enforcement status appears in our holdings. A written nuisance or blight inventory from the police department or a council agenda item listing the properties would answer it.
would settle it: The written list of identified blight properties and enforcement status
He also extended an invitation to all Council and staff to attend the Kenyon Historical Society's annual meeting on Monday, June 7, 2021.
General comments at the end of the meeting.
At the meetingInvitation extended; no responses recorded.
We hold no record of attendance at the Kenyon Historical Society annual meeting of June 7 2021 or of any quorum notice for it. A posted meeting notice or the June 8 2021 minutes recording attendance would answer it.
would settle it: Confirmation of attendance/quorum notice if multiple members attend
Lee had restarted the police department in Kenyon Councilman Ryan commented that Lee is leaving big shoes to fill.
Farewell comments following the chief's resignation announcement.
At the meetingStated without further detail.
No record in our holdings establishes when the Kenyon Police Department was re-established or Lee Sjolander's role in doing so. The council minutes or ordinance creating or reconstituting the department, and Sjolander's hiring date, would answer it.
would settle it: City records on when the police department was re-established
Decisions 9 motions
Who did what
| Person | At this meeting |
|---|---|
| Doug Henke Mayor | Called the meeting to order, moved approval of the consent agenda and Change Order #5, described the Memorial Day parade plans, and spoke about Chief Sjolander's resignation |
| Dan Rechtzigel Council Member | Moved to approve the amended agenda, Resolution 2021-09, the parade permit and the LMCIT waiver decision; thanked Sjolander and invited council to the Kenyon Historical Society annual meeting June 7 |
| Molly Ryan Council Member | Seconded and moved multiple motions including Resolution 2021-08, the Granicus proposal and the Gunderson House air conditioner; said Lee is leaving big shoes to fill |
| Tom Gard Council Member | Seconded several motions, moved approval of Schiller's early building permit request and the police chief hiring process; thanked Sjolander for his years of service |
| Mary Bailey Council Member | Absent |
| Mark Vahlsing City Administrator | Reported on the Mayo mobile clinic, ARPA funds, Granicus proposal, LMCIT liability waiver, Schiller's permit request and the Gunderson House air conditioning recommendation |
| Holli Gudknecht Administrative Assistant | Recorded and signed the minutes |
| Lee Sjolander Police Chief | Updated council on identified blights and announced he had turned in his letter of resignation |
| Derek Olinger Engineer | Reported on Red Wing Avenue, the Business Park/Utility Extension, FEMA flood repairs and Change Order #5 |
| Scott Riggs City Attorney | Presented the Viking 2nd Addition plat and Barsness water/sewer request; recommended plat approval subject to conditions |
| Steve Schiller Applicant | Sought plat approval for Viking Second Addition and permission to apply for a building permit at 108 7th St. prior to plat approval |
| Kevin Anderson Representative, Kenyon High School Monument Committee | Presented a proposal for a monument near the former high school location on the First Evangelical Lutheran Church parking lot |
| Michelle Vlasak Reporter for Kenyon Leader | Attended the meeting |
| Ryan McKnight Attendee | Present at the meeting |
| Fred Barsness Property owner, 1002 Highway 60 East | Requested extension of sewer and water and agreed to pay the entire cost |
| Linda Barsness Property owner, 1002 Highway 60 East | Requested extension of sewer and water and agreed to pay the entire cost |
Organizations named: Wencl Construction, A-1 Excavating, FEMA, Mayo Health Systems, League of Minnesota Cities, Granicus, LMCIT (League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust), Reliable Heating and Cooling, Kenyon Planning Commission, Kenyon High School Monument Committee, First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kenyon Historical Society, Kenyon Leader, KMU
Figures
| Amount | What |
|---|---|
| $203,000 | estimated American Rescue Plan Act federal COVID funding for Kenyon over the next two years, per League of Minnesota Cities |
| $4,765.00 | quote from Reliable Heating and Cooling for a new air conditioner at the Gunderson House, paid from the Gunderson House capital fund |
| $500,000 | state statutory tort liability limit per claimant |
| $1,500,000 | state statutory tort liability limit per occurrence |
| $2,000,000 | maximum additional insurance coverage cities can purchase annually |
Said at the meeting
Sjolander also stated that he had turned in his letter of resignation today.
Police Chief Lee Sjolander · minutes, verbatim
Mayor Henke stated that he had spent a lot of time with Lee in the past and Lee turned his world upside down today with his announcement.
Mayor Doug Henke · minutes, verbatim
Administrator Vahlsing stated that he had worked with Officer Lee on two different occasions.
Administrator Mark Vahlsing · minutes, verbatim
Councilman Gard stated he was grateful Officer Lee was staying in town, but hates to see him retire.
Council Member Tom Gard · minutes, verbatim
Attorney Riggs added that Lee would be missed.
Attorney Scott Riggs · minutes, verbatim
Councilman Ryan commented that Lee is leaving big shoes to fill.
Council Member Molly Ryan · minutes, verbatim
Resolutions and ordinances
- Approving Preliminary and Final Plat of Viking Second Addition, a Subdivision of Land Within the City of Kenyon Motion Ryan second by RechtziRes. 2021-08
- Approving Barsness Development Agreement Motion Rechtzigel second by Gard to adopt Resolution 2021-09Res. 2021-09
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The minutes
Official minutes as adopted, from 5.11.21 Council Minutes; text extracted from the PDF.
Council Meeting was duly held in the City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 11th day of May 2021. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Henke.
- Present
- Mayor Doug Henke, Council Members Dan Rechtzigel, Molly Ryan, and Tom Gard
- Absent
- Mary Bailey
- Also present
- Administrator Mark Vahlsing, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Police Chief Lee Sjolander, Engineer Derek Olinger, Michelle Vlasak reporter for Kenyon Leader, Attorney Scott Riggs, Kevin Anderson, Steve Schiller, Ryan McKnight
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Citizen Comment
Presentations / Public Hearings / Recognitions / Prolamations
None
Adopt Agenda
Addition: / XI / New Business / F / Gunderson House – New Air Conditioner
Move: /VII / Engineering / B.1 / Change Order #5 to / VIII / Legal / B.2 / Change Order #5
Motion by Rechtzigel second by Gard to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0.
Consent Agenda
Motion by Henke second by Ryan to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes payment of check numbers 72220 through 72311; 3713E through 3729E; and additional checks 72312 through 72319.
Motion carried 4-0-0Engineering
Red Wing Avenue Construction Update
Engineer Olinger stated that Wencl Construction has been working on a punch list of repairs on Red Wing Avenue. Two major items left to complete are the storm sewer by 8th Street and the final paving of Red Wing Avenue. The final completion date of all items is June 26, 2021.
Business Park/Utility Extension Project Update
Engineer Olinger stated that A-1 Excavating resumed work at the business park this week. The substantial completion date for the project is July 2, 2021.
FEMA Flood Repairs
Engineer Olinger stated that the plans for the FEMA Flood repairs should be completed in the next few weeks and then be ready to be sent out for quotes. The project will be completed this summer.
Legal
Viking 2nd Addition Plat - Schiller
Attorney Riggs stated that Steve Schiller was seeking approval from the City Council on a subdivision that would combine two parcels that are located in different plats. The planning commission and Riggs both recommended approval of the plat, subject to some conditions.
Resolution 2021-08 Approving Preliminary and Final Plat of Viking Second Addition, a Subdivision of
Land Within the City of Kenyon Motion Ryan second by Rechtzigel to adopt Resolution 2021-08. Motion carried 4-0-0. Barsness Water/Sewer Hookup Attorney Riggs stated that Fred and Linda Barsness requested extension of sewer and water to their property at 1002 Highway 60 East. The utilities would be extended under Highway 60. The extension would be completed by A-1 Excavating through a change order to the contract. Fred and Linda Barsness agreed to pay the entire cost of the extension.
Resolution 2021-09 Approving Barsness Development Agreement
Motion Rechtzigel second by Gard to adopt Resolution 2021-09. Motion carried 4-0-0.
Change Order #5
Engineer Olinger reported that the Contractor is requesting approval of a change that would hook up water and sanitary sewer service to a property on the north side of Highway 60. All costs associated with this change order would be paid by the landowner.
Motion by Henke second by Ryan to approve Change Order #5 for A-1 Construction.
Motion carried 4-0-0Old Business
Update on Mayo Health Systems Mobile Clinic
Administrator Vahlsing reported that Mayo Health Systems is still working on bringing a mobile clinic to Kenyon. They are still seeking a location to operate the mobile clinic one day a week. Their goal is to be operational by the end of June.
New Business
American Rescue Act Plan Funds (COVID Federal Funding)
Administrator Vahlsing reported that League of Minnesota Cities estimated that Kenyon should be getting approximately $203,000 in federal COVID funding over the next two years. Several items were presented for possible use of these funds. A council work session will be scheduled when the money is received.
Granicus Proposal
Administrator Vahlsing reviewed the Granicus proposal that was presented at the April council meeting. He recommended going forward with this product contingent on a review of the agreement by the City Attorney.
Motion by Ryan second by Gard to accept the Granicus proposal contingent on approval from the City Attorney. Motion carried 4-0-0.
Approve Memorial Day Parade Permit for May 31, 2021
Mayor Henke stated that the annual Memorial Day parade would return to normal this year with a parade down 2nd Street ending with a ceremony at the cemetery.
Motion by Rechtzigel, second by Ryan to approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 31, 2021.
Motion carried 4-0-0LMCIT Liability Coverage Waiver
Administrator Vahlsing stated that the City Council is required to choose either to waive or not to waive the monetary insurance liability limits. State statutes limit a city's tort liability to a maximum of $500,000 per claimant and $1,500,000 per occurrence. These limits apply whether the claim is against the city, against the individual officer or employee, or against both. Cities can choose to waive the state liability limits. Cities can purchase additional insurance coverage up to $2,000,000 annually.
Motion by Rechtzigel, seconded by Gard to follow past City precedence to not waive LMCIT State Liability limits. Motion carried 4-0-0. Planning Commission: Request to apply for a Building Permit for construction of a new home at 108 7th St. prior to plat approval – Steve Schiller Administrator Vahlsing stated that Steve Schiller was seeking approval to apply for a building permit to construct a house at 108 7th St. before all necessary steps to combine the plat in the Viking 2nd Addition subdivision is completed. The approval would be contingent on final approval of the building permit. The planning commission recommended approval of this action.
Motion by Gard, second by Ryan to approve the request for Steve Schiller to apply for a building permit at 108 7th Street prior to plat approval.
Old Kenyon High School Monument (Information)
Kevin Anderson, representing the Kenyon High School Monument Committee, presented a proposal to construct a monument near the former location of the High School. The monument would be located on the west edge of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church parking lot. It would be constructed using materials taken from the old high school as well as new brick and stone. The committee has submitted a building permit for this project.
Gunderson House – New Air Conditioner
Administrator Vahlsing stated that the Historic Structures study of the Gunderson House had recommended installing air conditioning to preserve the condition of the downstairs area of the home. The funds would come out of the Gunderson House capital fund.
Motion by Ryan second by Gard to approve the quote from Reliable Heating and Cooling of $4,765.00 for a new air conditioner at the Gunderson House. Motion Carried 4-0-0.
Schedule of Upcoming Meetings
KMU Meeting: Tuesday, May 18 @ 2:00 p.m. City Council Meeting: Tuesday, June 8 @ 7 p.m.
Council And Staff General Comments
Police Chief Sjolander updated the Council on the blights that have been identified in the City. Sjolander also stated that he had turned in his letter of resignation today.
Motion by Gard second by Ryan to authorize the City Administrator to move ahead with the hiring process for a replacement police chief. Motion Carried 4-0-0.
Councilman Rechtzigel thanked Lee for being flexible with the transition of a new police chief. He also extended an invitation to all Council and staff to attend the Kenyon Historical Society's annual meeting on Monday, June 7, 2021. The event will begin with an old-fashioned cookout at 6:00 pm.
Mayor Henke stated that he had spent a lot of time with Lee in the past and Lee turned his world upside down today with his announcement.
Administrator Vahlsing stated that he had worked with Officer Lee on two different occasions. He has a lot of respect for Lee and is going to miss him.
Councilman Gard stated he was grateful Officer Lee was staying in town, but hates to see him retire. He thanked Lee for his many years of service.
Attorney Riggs added that Lee would be missed. Lee had restarted the police department in Kenyon Councilman Ryan commented that Lee is leaving big shoes to fill.
Motion by Henke second by Ryan to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 p.m. Motion carried 4-0-0.