| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …the City Council on this 8th day of September, 2026. CITY OF KENYON BY: _____________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: Scott Lehner, City Administrator 9 Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: September 8, 2026 SUB… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …owing members were present: Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard, Kim Helgeson Absent: Don Kirchmann Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Wayne Ehrich, H… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …ved by the City of Kenyon this 8th day of September, 2026. CITY OF KENYON _______________________________ Don Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________ Scott Lehner City Administrator DOCSOPEN\KE215\20\1106440.v5-9/3/26 33 CONTRACT FOR PRIV… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …e duly executed in their names and behalves on or as of the date first above written. CITY OF KENYON: By: Don Kirchmann Its: Mayor By: Scott Lehner Its: City Administrator STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) ss. COUNTY OF GOODHUE ) The foregoing instrument as ac… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …NTY OF GOODHUE ) The foregoing instrument as acknowledged before me this _____ day of September, 2026, by Don Kirchmann and Scott Lehner, the Mayor and City Administrator of the City of Kenyon, a Minnesota municipal corporation under the laws of Min… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …ement Financing District No. 2-1. Date Adopted: June 30, 2026. Kenyon City Council ______________________ Don Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator G-4 DOCSOPEN\KE215\20\1103236.v5-9/2/26 69 SUB-GRA… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …the City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th day of July 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Absent: Kim Hel… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …July 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Absent: Kim Helgeson Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Eng… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …Motion carried 4-0-0. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to open the Public Hearing at 7:16 pm. Administrator Lehner stated that this Public Hearing was required for the Flom Disposal, I… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …ree staff members declined to attend the council meeting and did not wish to be publicly 13 recognized. Mayor Kirchmann thanked them for their actions. Election Update Lehner stated that Affidavits of Candidacy for open council positions could be fi… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …to be completed by July 18th . Remaining Punch list corrections must be completed by August 30th . Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Bailey to approve Change Order #2. Motion carried 4-0-0. LEGAL Kenyon Crossing Update – Agreement, Approval, etc. Att… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …ollow. Resolution 2026-22 Adopting a Fence Variance Located at 616 9th Street Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to adopt Resolution 2026-22. Motion carried 4-0-0. Budget Update – Abdo Jessi Sturtz from Abdo summarized the key items for consi… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …yon. Adopted by the Kenyon City Council this the 14th day of July 2026. ______________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 10 Attachment A Holli Gudknecht Margaret Sco… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …the City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 9th day of June 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard A… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …June 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer D… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …ered by the Mayor for Councilmember Bailey The Oath of Office was administered to Mary Bailey by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bailey to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …ay yesterday. He would like to see the guards involved get recognized by the police or fire department. Mayor Kirchmann was glad to have new KMU employee, Parker, here. He thanked all employees for all they do. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …ed by Helgeson to adjourn the meeting at 8:06 p.m. Motion carried 5-0-0. Holli Gudknecht, Deputy Clerk Donald Kirchmann, Mayor 14 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Special City Council meeting was duly held in the City Council chambers at 3… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …OLL CALL SUBJECT: The Oath of Office administered for city council member Mary Bailey SUGGESTED ACTION: Mayor Kirchmann will administer the oath to Mary Bailey ATTACHMENTS: 4 AGENDA ITEM NO. IIIA. Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …ting.docx 5 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 9, 2026 The Oath of Office will be administered by the Mayor Don Kirchmann for City Council Member Mary Bailey Recite Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL II. CITIZEN COMMENTS III. ADO… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …ired by law. Adopted by the City Council this 9th day of June, 2026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 AGENDA ITEM NO. VA.… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …in the City Council chambers at 6:00 p.m. on the 18th day of May 2026. The following were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council members, Kim Helgeson, Deanna Gard, and Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Admin… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …ney Scott Riggs, Brett Reese, Alex Baraniak Via Zoom: George Eilertson, Tammy with Northland Securities Mayor Kirchmann called the special meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Presentation, review and discussion of tax increment and financing issues for the… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …be reappointed to the council until the special election is held in November. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to adopt Resolution 2026-17. Motion carried 5-0-0. Motion by Helgeson second by Bailey to adjourn the special Council meeting at… |
| May 18, 2026 | 5.18.26 Special Council Meeting | …r City election in 2026. Adopted this 18th day of May, 2026. _________________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator EXHIBIT "A" Mary Bailey Resignation Lette… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …Council of the City of Kenyon this 12th day of May, 2026 CITY OF KENYON BY: __________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor Attest BY: __________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 15 Adopted by the Public Utility Commission of the… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …he City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th day of April 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard A… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …April 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administra… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …election. Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2026-11. Motion carried 4-0-0. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Bailey to appoint Deanna Gard to the Planning Commission. Motion carried 5-0-0. The Oath of Office will be administer… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …stered by the Mayor for Councilmember Gard The Oath of Office was administered to Deanna Gard by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Helgeson to approve the agenda. Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGEND… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …City and KMU audits and an overview of the overall City financial condition. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to acknowledge receiving the audit presentation. Motion carried 5-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Part-time Employee Update Administrat… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …of the appointee shall expire. Adopted this 14th day of April, 2026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 5 STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) ss Oath of Office COUNT… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …ed by law. Adopted by the City Council this 14th day of April, 2026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 26 BY-LAWS OF THE KENYON FIREMEN'S RELIEF ASSOCI… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …he City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 10th day of March 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Absent: Elana… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …March 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Absent: Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, A… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …eport – Abdo Jessi Sturtz from Abdo reviewed the third quarter financial report. Motion by Bailey seconded by Kirchmann to accept the third quarter financial report. Motion carried 4-0-0. Council Member Brunner Resignation Administrator Lehner repor… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …time on the council. Council Member Bailey thanked everyone who does math and takes care of the budget. Mayor Kirchmann thanked Elana Brunner for her time on the council. Council Member Helgeson reminded everyone of the Easter Egg Hunt that Park and… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …d Street, Kenyon, MN 55946. Adopted this 10th day of February, 2026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 1 8 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-09 CITY OF KENYON COUNTY… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …Directors. Adopted by the City Council this 10th day of March, 2026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 9 10 AGENDA ITEM NO. V.A Agenda Item Summary CIT… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 13th day of January 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Bru… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …nuary 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Admi… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …interest in providing some type of increase for part-time employees as well. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to pay a step increase for 2026 retroactive to the first payroll of 2026 dependent on a satisfactory performance review. Motion c… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …othert 2. Planning Commission – 2-Year Term a. Vacant b. Vacant c. Vacant 3. Public Utility Commission a. Don Kirchmann 4. Historic Preservation Commission a. Vacant 5. Park & Recreation a. Bailey Ament b. Vacant 6. Appointments a. Acting Mayor – Ma… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 13th day of January 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Bru… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …nuary 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Admi… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …interest in providing some type of increase for part-time employees as well. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to pay a step increase for 2026 retroactive to the first payroll of 2026. Motion carried 5-0-0. 8 Benefits-MN Family Leave Admini… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …othert 2. Planning Commission – 2-Year Term a. Vacant b. Vacant c. Vacant 3. Public Utility Commission a. Don Kirchmann 4. Historic Preservation Commission a. Vacant 5. Park & Recreation a. Bailey Ament b. Vacant 6. Appointments a. Acting Mayor – Ma… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …Investments – As Allowed Per Minnesota Statutes j. Deputy Clerk – Holli Gudknecht k. Weed Inspector – Donald Kirchmann l. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner m. Kenyon Fire Relief Association – Don Kirchmann and Scott Le… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …Statutes j. Deputy Clerk – Holli Gudknecht k. Weed Inspector – Donald Kirchmann l. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner m. Kenyon Fire Relief Association – Don Kirchmann and Scott Lehner Motion by Sjolander seconded by Br… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …by this Resolution. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Kenyon on December 9th, 2025. Approved: Donald Kirchmann, Mayor Attest: Scott Lehner, City Administrator 10 1 CITY OF KENYON and TOWN 2026 FIRE CONTRACT This contract is made and entered… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …uncil chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 12th day of November 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Kim H… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Also, present: City Admi… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …job description and the personnel committee reviewed it. The job posting is open until November 17. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Helgeson to continue with the hiring process of the part-time administrative assistant. AYES: Councilmember Kirchmann… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …y Helgeson to continue with the hiring process of the part-time administrative assistant. AYES: Councilmember Kirchmann, Councilmember Helgeson, Councilmember Brunner, Councilmember Bailey — NAYS: Councilmember Sjolander — ABSTAIN: None. Motion carr… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …activities. Doug Henke stated that firearms should be allowed for the colorguard and military funerals. Mayor Kirchmann and Councilmember Sjolander replied that this is allowed per section 5 of the ordinance. Administrator Lehner clarified why this… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …ouncil chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th day of October 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander (here at 8:29 pm), Mary Bailey, Elana… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander (here at 8:29 pm), Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo, Beth… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …Utility Improvements – Fitzgerald Excavating & Trucking -Pay Application No. 2 Motion by Brunner seconded by Kirchmann to approve pay application #2 to Fitzgerald Excavating in the amount of $293,639.67. Motion carried 4-0-0. Trunk Highway 60 Proje… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …are requesting council approval to sell the old fire truck. Proceeds would go into the truck fund. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Brunner to declare the 1983 Chevrolet Tender fire truck as excess inventory. Motion carried 5-0-0. Date of November C… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …lgeson to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Motion carried 5-0-0. 57 Holli Gudknecht, Deputy City Clerk Donald Kirchmann, Mayor 58 AGENDA ITEM NO. VI.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: November 11, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Holli Gu… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …ed by the City Council of the City of Kenyon on this 12th day of November, 2025. ________________________ Don Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 68 AGENDA ITEM NO. VIII.B Agenda Item Summary CITY… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …by this Resolution. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Kenyon on October 14th, 2025. Approved: Donald Kirchmann Attest: Scott Lehner, City Administrator 8 1 AGENDA ITEM NO. V.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: Octobe… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …uncil chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 9th day of September 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Kim Helgeson Absent:… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Kim Helgeson Absent: Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Also, present: Ci… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …be increased. 10 Resolution 2025-23: Adopting the 2026 Preliminary Budget & Levy Motion by Bailey seconded by Kirchmann to adopt Resolution 2025-23 adopting the 2026 preliminary budget and levy, which is a maximum of 9.93%. Motion carried 4-0-0. Liq… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …fuel and for grass seed. It would be solely for Police Department use. Public use would not be allowed. Mayor Kirchmann had concerns about the noise level and how neighbors would be informed before a shoot. Administrator Lehner stated that if they l… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …city hall know, it could be posted on social media, and any incoming inquiries could be addressed. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Helgeson to move forward with the police department gun range. Motion carried 4-0-0. Schedule for Upcoming Meetings K… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 12th day of August 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Ab… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Le… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …tor. Lehner recommended completing this work before any further damage is done. Motion by Brunner seconded by Kirchmann to proceed with the estimate from L&M Construction to repair the front windows of city hall. Motion carried 4-0-0. High Mercury R… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …for working hard. She wished everyone a Happy Rose Fest Eve and encouraged everyone to enjoy Rose Fest. Mayor Kirchmann thanked everyone for taking on extra tasks. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Brunner to adjourn the meeting at 8:13 p.m. Motion car… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …y Brunner to adjourn the meeting at 8:13 p.m. Motion carried 4-0-0. Holli Gudknecht, Deputy City Clerk Donald Kirchmann, Mayor 10 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a City Council Work Session was duly held in the City Council chambers at 5:30… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …present: Council Members: Mary Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Lee Sjolander (here @ 5:50 pm) Via Zoom: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Absent: Kim Helgeson Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht,… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …by this Resolution. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Kenyon on August 12th, 2025. Approved: Donald Kirchmann Attest: Scott Lehner, City Administrator 9 1 AGENDA ITEM NO. V.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: August… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …ty Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 8th day of July 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Kim Helges… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Kim Helgeson Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Sco… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Brunner seconded by Sjolander to approve the agenda. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Sjolander- Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Kirchmann second by Brunner t… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …Kirchmann – Aye, Sjolander- Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 4-0-0. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Kirchmann second by Brunner to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes: Approve Rose Fest Events: Street Dance Permit – Municipal Liquor… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …s of June 10, 2025 and June 30, 2025 Appointment Kenyon Fire Department Volunteer Blake Hilke Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 4-0-0. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIO… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …ent budget. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Kenyon on this 8th day of July, 2025. Approved: Donald Kirchmann, Mayor Attest: Scott Lehner, City Administrator 8 1 Member _____________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adopti… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …y Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 10th day of June 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana Brunner Absent: None Also, present: City Administrator Scott… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …the city before the bond rating is completed, which will help our bond rating. Motion by Brunner seconded by Kirchmann to adopt Administrative Policy #38: Debt Management. Motion carried 5-0-0. Approve Paying a $40 Stipend per Month for the Use of… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …ion carried 5-0-0. Approve Paying a $40 Stipend per Month for the Use of KMU Employee's Personal Phones Mayor Kirchmann stated that the KMU Commission recommended a monthly phone stipend of $40 for KMU employees that use their personal phones for wo… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …for work. His concern was that other departments may also want this stipend. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Kirchmann to provide a $40 stipend for on-call personnel for use of their personal cell phones based on a conversation with their superviso… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …ty Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 13th day of May 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana Brunner Absent: Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehn… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …ments Resolution 2025-15: Adopting Assessment 2025 Street & Utility Improvements Motion by Bunner seconded by Kirchmann to table the assessment adoption. Motion carried 5-0-0. Construction Engineering Agreement – 2025 Street & Utility Improvements M… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …nt d. Billing Agreement e. Municipal Project Agreement f. Organizational Chart Motion by Helgeson seconded by Kirchmann to approve items a-f. between the City and KMU. Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2025-13: Authorizing the Merging of Kenyon Munic… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …ing of Kenyon Municipal Utility Bank Accounts and Appointing Authorized Users to City Bank Accounts Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Brunner to adopt Resolution 2025-13 authorizing the merging of the KMU bank account and appointing Whitney as an auth… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …n residential areas was something they would like the city to look at changing. Roll call vote: Bailey – Aye, Kirchmann – Aye, Brunner – Nay, Sjolander – Nay, Helgeson – Nay Ordinance will remain as it is. Schedule for Upcoming Meetings KMU Meeting:… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …y Acting Mayor Bailey. The following members were present: Kim Helgeson and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Mayor Don Kirchmann Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, City Engineer Derek Olinger, George Eilertson of Northland Secur… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …y Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 8th day of April 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey (arrived at 7:17 p.m.), an… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Donald Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey (arrived at 7:17 p.m.), and Elana Brunner Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, present: City Ad… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …e Assessed and Calling for Assessment Hearing 2025 Street & Utility Improvements Motion by Bailey seconded by Kirchmann to adopt Resolution 2025-12. Motion carried 4-0-0. Doug Ims of Icon, LLC stated that his company was the low bidder on the street… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …Cities can purchase additional insurance coverage up to $2,000,000 annually. Motion by Helgeson, seconded by Kirchmann to follow past City precedence to not waive LMCIT State Liability limits. Motion carried 4-0-0. Schedule for Upcoming Meetings KM… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …pril 29 @ 6:00 p.m. City Council Meeting: Tuesday, May 13th @ 7 p.m. COUNCIL AND STAFF GENERAL COMMENTS Mayor Kirchmann thanked Officer Josey Homeier and wished her well. Council Member Helgeson congratulated Officer Josey Homeier. She thanked her f… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …s were present: Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Absent: Mayor Don Kirchmann Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Police Chief Je… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …ssessment resolution. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Kenyon on this 8 th, day of April, 2025. Don Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ___________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 17 AGENDA ITEM NO. VIII.B Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITE… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 11th day of February 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Bru… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …ruary 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Admi… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS School Bus Driver Appreciation Day Proclamation Mayor Kirchmann read the "School Bus Driver Appreciation Day" proclamation that will be presented to Held Bus Service. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE KMU P… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …ion is just saying we are supporting this legislation, not saying we are going out to buy anything. Motion by Kirchmann seconded by Helgeson to adopt Resolution 2025-07. Motion carried 5-0-0. Rebound Redevelopment Application Rebound Real Estate (fo… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …Helgeson to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m. Motion carried 5-0-0. 10 Scott Lehner, City Administrator Donald Kirchmann, Mayor 11 AGENDA ITEM NO. VII.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: March 11, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Holli Gudk… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …SANITARY SEWER LINING EROSION CONTROL AND TURF ESTABLISHMENT Scott Lehner Kay Klemmer 507-456-1137 Mayor: Don Kirchmann TELEPHONE Frontier Communications City Council Members: Kim Helgeson Richard Schrantz (Mi-Tech) MARCH, 2025 Elana Brunner 612-368… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …City Council chambers at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th day of January 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Bru… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …nuary 2025. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirchmann. The following members were present: Mayor Don Kirchmann, Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Inte… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …Fitch, John Lee, Jim Malloy, Matt Brunner, Daren Strobel- Kenyon Leader The Oath of Office was read by Donald Kirchmann, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN COMMENT ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjoland… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …nges to the City Council. 12 Motion by Bailey seconded by Helgeson to adopt Ordinance No.108. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 5-0-0. Ordinance No. 109 Adding Section 520.37… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …changes to the City Council. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Bailey to adopt Ordinance No.109. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2025-03: Approving Publicatio… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …nges to the City Council. Motion by Helgeson seconded by Sjolander to adopt Ordinance No.110. Roll Call Vote: Kirchmann – Aye, Bailey- Aye, Sjolander – Aye, Helgeson - Aye, Brunner – Aye Motion carried 5-0-0. Resolution 2025-04: Approving Publicatio… |
| January 14, 2025 | 1-14-25 council packet (1) | …SS XI.A 2025 Appointments and Designations 1. EDA – 4-Year Term 1. John Mortensen 2. Stuart Campbell 3 3. Don Kirchmann (Council) 2. Library Board – 3-Year Term 1. Kayla Larkin 3. Planning Commission – 2-Year Term 1. Jim Malloy 2. Elana Brunner 4. P… |
| January 14, 2025 | 1-14-25 council packet (1) | …nvestments – As Allowed Per Minnesota Statutes 10. Deputy Clerk – Holli Gudknecht 11. Weed Inspector – Donald Kirchmann 12. Audit Committee – Scott Lehner, ___________, ___________ 13. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner… |
| January 14, 2025 | 1-14-25 council packet (1) | …– Donald Kirchmann 12. Audit Committee – Scott Lehner, ___________, ___________ 13. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner 14. Kenyon Fire Relief Association – Don Kirchmann and Scott Lehner Summary Report XI.B KMU Discussio… |
| January 14, 2025 | 1-14-25 council packet (1) | …13. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner 14. Kenyon Fire Relief Association – Don Kirchmann and Scott Lehner Summary Report XI.B KMU Discussion Summary Report RCA KMU Discussion.pdf XI.C Ag Lease for 2.25 Acres City Owned… |
| January 14, 2025 | 1-14-25 council packet (1) | …NCIL MEETING January 14, 2025 The Oath of Office will be administered by the City Administrator for Mayor Don Kirchmann and City Council Members Mary Bailey and Elana Brunner Recite Pledge of Allegiance 7:00. I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL II. CITIZ… |
| January 14, 2025 | 1-14-25 council packet (1) | …SINESS A. 2025 Appointments and Designations 1. EDA – 4-Year Term a. John Mortensen b. Stuart Campbell c. Don Kirchmann (Council) 2. Library Board – 3-Year Term a. Kayla Larkin 3. Planning Commission – 2-Year Term a. Jim Malloy b. Elana Brunner 4. P… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …othert 2. Planning Commission – 2-Year Term 1. Vacant 2. Vacant 3. Vacant 3. Public Utility Commission 1. Don Kirchmann 4. Historic Preservation Commission 5. Vacant 6. Park & Recreation 1. Bailey Ament 2. Vacant 6. Appointments 1. Acting Mayor – Ma… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …nvestments – As Allowed Per Minnesota Statutes 10. Deputy Clerk – Holli Gudknecht 11. Weed Inspector – Donald Kirchmann 12. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner 13. Kenyon Fire Relief Association – Don Kirchmann and Scott… |
| January 13, 2025 | 1-13-25 Council Packet Updated | …atutes 10. Deputy Clerk – Holli Gudknecht 11. Weed Inspector – Donald Kirchmann 12. Personnel Committee – Don Kirchmann, Kim Helgeson, Scott Lehner 13. Kenyon Fire Relief Association – Don Kirchmann and Scott Lehner Summary Report 3 Newspaper Public… |