| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …ay 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 SUBMITTED BY: Holli Gudknecht,… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …olander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard, Kim Helgeson Absent: Don Kirchmann Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Wayne Ehrich, Heather Dewitz, Doug Henke, Jerry Houglum, Billy… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …Commission was in favor of this loan and that more lots are needed in town to get people here. Administrator Lehner stated that a preliminary plat and a draft purchase agreement have been done. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Helges… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …RESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Police Department Staffing Update Lehner stated that the police officer position is still posted until filled. There are no applicants at this point. The police chief and… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …-time officer are both currently on vacation. Part-time officers are filling in. KMU Staffing/John Lee Update Lehner stated that he had received John Lee's resignation. His last day will be August 14. Potentially, a job offer will be made to an a… |
| September 8, 2026 | 9-8-26 Council Packet | …will be made to an applicant from the first round of interviews. Administrative Assistant-Rachel Goven Update Lehner stated that Rachel Goven resigned effective August 7, 2026 due to a family job relocation. The position is posted with a deadline… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …day of AUGUST, 2026. Attest: _____________________________________________________________Administrator Scott Lehner ___________________________________Acting Mayor Mary Bailey 9 CITY OF KENYON 709 2nd Street Kenyon, MN 55946 507.789.6415 info@ci… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …Members Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Absent: Kim Helgeson Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Heather Dewitz, Police Chief Sjoblom, Stephanie Brezina, Chad… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …S/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, Inc. rate increase. Billy Dyrdahl asked how much the rates we… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …rried 4-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Recognition of Pool Staff – Addison Lindell, Cosette Rice, and Leah Widholm Lehner stated that last month the council had requested that three pool staff be recognized for a rescue at the pool. All three staff me… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …nd 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 filed from July 14 to July 28. The primary election will… |
| August 6, 2026 | 8-6-26 Council Packet Updated | …could be filed from July 14 to July 28. The primary election will be held on Tuesday, August 11. KMU New Hire Lehner stated that Parker Burdorf started for KMU yesterday. Personnel Policy Update Lehner stated that Abby and he have been working on… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …26. ______________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 10 Attachment A Holli Gudknecht Margaret Scott Brandi Kyllo Beverly Jacobsen Dawn Brossard Heather DeWitz Rac… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Engineer Derek Olinger, Officer Dan England, Heather Dewitz, Police Chief Sjoblom, Doug Henke, Parker Burdorf, John Lee, Josh Jo… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …and other preventable causes on Minnesota Roads. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE KMU Bank Account Closure Administrator Lehner stated that the KMU checking account was officially closed last week. Police Department Staffing Update Police Chief Sjoblom stat… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …ers, Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, and Lee Sjolander Absent: Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Brett Reese, Alex Baraniak, Heather DeWitz, and Todd Kieffer Via… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …on by Helgeson second by Bailey to adjourn the special Council meeting at 3:49 pm. Motion Carried 4-0-0 Scott Lehner, City Administrator Donald Kirchmann, Mayor 16 AGENDA ITEM NO. VI.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: Jul… |
| July 14, 2026 | 7.14.26 Council Packet Updated | …nd Leah Widholm 2. Election Update 3. KMU New Hire 4. Personnel Policy Update SUGGESTED ACTION: Administrator Lehner will give an update. ATTACHMENTS: 19 AGENDA ITEM NO. VII.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: July 14, 202… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 AGENDA ITEM NO. VA. Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: Ju… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …il members, Kim Helgeson, Deanna Gard, and Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Brett Reese, Alex Baraniak Via Zoom: George Eilertson, Tammy wit… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …he difference was between what the Northland TIF proposal and Rebounds TIF request to the city. Administrator Lehner recapped and summarized what was presented and why we were here tonight. Northland is recommending $800,000 in TIF assistance. Re… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …RATOR UPDATE 1. KMU Bank Account Closure 2. Police Department Staffing Update SUGGESTED ACTION: Administrator Lehner will give an update. ATTACHMENTS: 36 AGENDA ITEM NO. VIIA. Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: June 9, 2026… |
| June 9, 2026 | 6.9.26 Council Packet Agenda | …itle: Project Manager Recommended by Engineer Approved by Owner By: By: Name: Derek Olinger, P.E. Name: Scott Lehner Title: City Engineer Title: City Administrator Date: Date: EJCDC C-620 Contractor's Application for Payment (c) 2018 National Soc… |
| May 18, 2026 | 5.18.26 Special Council Meeting | …Exist in the Office of City Council and Providing for the Appointment Thereof Dated: May 12, 2026. /S/ Scott Lehner City Administrator RESOLUTION NO. 2026-17 CITY OF KENYON COUNTY OF GOODHUE STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION DECLARING A VACANCY TO E… |
| May 18, 2026 | 5.18.26 Special Council Meeting | …_______________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator EXHIBIT "A" Mary Bailey Resignation Letter Mary Bailey City Council 05/13/2026 Dear Mayor, Council Members an… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …OF KENYON BY: __________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor Attest BY: __________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 15 Adopted by the Public Utility Commission of the City of Kenyon this 19th day of May, 2026 PUBLIC UTILITY C… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …Council Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, Deanna Gard Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Armani Tucker, Heather Dewi… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …ng the audit presentation. Motion carried 5-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Part-time Employee Update Administrator Lehner reported that the new part-time employees are establishing roles and responsibilities. They are learning fast and contributing to… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …ities. They are learning fast and contributing to the city's well-being. 19 KMU Job Description Administrator Lehner stated that the job description is complete and will be posted April 17. Police Department Staffing Update Administrator Lehner s… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …the job description is complete and will be posted April 17. Police Department Staffing Update Administrator Lehner stated that the full-time police officer position has been posted. There is also an opening for one or two part-time officers. Of… |
| May 12, 2026 | 5-12-26 Council Packet Updated | …position with another department but may continue doing some part-time hours in Kenyon. MN Flag Administrator Lehner wanted to clarify the city's options on the State flag choice. Attorney Riggs stated that the City Council can fly the flag they… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 5 STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) ss Oath of Office COUNTY OF GOODHUE ) City Council City of Kenyon, MN I, Deanna Gard… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 26 BY-LAWS OF THE KENYON FIREMEN'S RELIEF ASSOCIATION ARTICLE I. OFFICERS, TRUSTEES AND COMMITTEES Section 1.… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …embers Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey Absent: Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Armani Tucker, Josh Johnson… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …oss the alley. He would like to have it toned down or moved so it shines west instead of south. Administrator Lehner said he was aware of this issue and is working to find a satisfactory solution. ADOPT AGENDA Motion by Sjolander seconded by Bail… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …ion carried 4-0-0. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Administrator Lehner stated that he has been working with the KMU staff to update the Line worker/Water Operator job description and this position sho… |
| April 12, 2026 | 4-12-26 Council packet (1) | …capital finance and improvement plan with. LEGAL OLD BUSINESS Administrative Assistant Position Administrator Lehner requested approval to hire two part-time Administrative Assistants to support both the City Administrator and other staff to help… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 1 8 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-09 CITY OF KENYON COUNTY OF GOODHUE STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION MAKING CITY APPOINT… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …026. _________________________________ Donald Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 9 10 AGENDA ITEM NO. V.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: March 10, 2026 SUBMITTED B… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …l Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Brittni Schmitz, Officer Armani Tuc… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Step Increase/COLA Administrator Lehner stated that the council previously approved a 3% COLA increase in the 2026 budget. Historically, a step increase has also been pr… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …storically, a step increase has also been provided; however, the 2026 budget did not include a step increase. Lehner reported that adding a step increase would cost approximately $41,000. He recommended implementing a COLA at the beginning of eac… |
| March 10, 2026 | 3-10-26 Council Packet Updated | …pendent on a satisfactory performance review. Motion carried 5-0-0. 12 Benefits-MN Family Leave Administrator Lehner reported that all required paperwork for Minnesota Family Leave benefits has been submitted and payroll deductions have begun. Pe… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …l Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Brittni Schmitz, Officer Armani Tuc… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Step Increase/COLA Administrator Lehner stated that the council previously approved a 3% COLA increase in the 2026 budget. Historically, a step increase has also been pr… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …storically, a step increase has also been provided; however, the 2026 budget did not include a step increase. Lehner reported that adding a step increase would cost approximately $41,000. He recommended implementing a COLA at the beginning of eac… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …2026 retroactive to the first payroll of 2026. Motion carried 5-0-0. 8 Benefits-MN Family Leave Administrator Lehner reported that all required paperwork for Minnesota Family Leave benefits has been submitted and payroll deductions have begun. Pe… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …ly Leave benefits has been submitted and payroll deductions have begun. Performance Evaluations Administrator Lehner reported that he had received all performance reviews done by the supervisors. He has completed the department head reviews but w… |
| February 10, 2026 | 2-10-26 Council Packet | …distribute the reviews pending the decision on step increases. Computer/Office/Conference Room Administrator Lehner reported that Mike from On-Site Computers reviewed the city's computer needs and layout. Planned upgrades include a new computer… |
| January 28, 2026 | 1-28-26 Notice of Special City Meeting for Rebound.doc | …resolution for the Rebound Project; and 2. Other project-related matters. Dated: January 20, 2026. /S/ Scott Lehner City Administrator DOCSOPEN\KE215\20\1072103.v2-1/20/26… |
| January 28, 2026 | 1-28-26 Notice of Special Closed Meeting.docx | …uance of the meeting; and b. Any other related matters. /s/ Scott Lehner________________ Scott Lehner City Administrator DATED: January 20, 2026 DOCSOPEN\KE200\218\1072149.v1-1/20/26… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12-9-25 Notice of Special and Closed Meeting.DOCX | …he meeting; and b. Other related matters. /s/ Scott Lehner________________ Scott Lehner City Administrator DATED: December 4, 2025. DOCSOPEN\KE200\218\1052550.v3-12/1/25… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …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 into this 1st day of April,… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …y Bailey, Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, John Lee, Doug Henke, Aaron Meyer, Angela Peterson, Bradley John… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …ion is one of the first items the Council approves in 2026. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Part-Time Hire Administrator Lehner updated the council on the hire of a part-time administrative assistant. He worked with Abdo on the details of the job descriptio… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …N: None. Motion carried 4-1-0. ENGINEERING 6th Street Reconstruction – LRIP Funding Application Administrator Lehner stated that the reconstruction of 6th Street project has been identified in the infrastructure management plan as a project in 20… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …3: Prohibiting the Discharge of Firearms, Bows, and Other Projectile Devices Within City Limits Administrator Lehner stated that the city currently has no ordinance regulating the discharge of firearms or bows within city limits. Every year this… |
| December 9, 2025 | 12.9.25 Council Agenda and Packet Updated | …chmann and Councilmember Sjolander replied that this is allowed per section 5 of the ordinance. Administrator Lehner clarified why this ordinance was drafted and the reasoning as to why bow hunting was included in the ordinance. Adrian Mogren wou… |
| December 2, 2025 | 12.2.25 Special Council Meeting | …Townships 3. Public Budget and Levy discussion @ 6:30 p.m. 4. Adjourn ________________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator DATED: November 24, 2025 414935v1 3 AGENDA ITEM NO. III.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …ia Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo, Beth Klimmek-Gallagher, Abby Polzine-Abdo Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Wayne Ehrich, Randy Eggert, Doug Henke, Luke Cordes, Chris Cordes The meeting opened w… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …ect. Luke landscaped around the city entrance sign and the police station. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Administrator Lehner stated that Sue Dodds will be done helping at city hall soon. He is figuring out what the next steps will be. ENGINEERING 2025 St… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …t Tender fire truck as excess inventory. Motion carried 5-0-0. Date of November Council Meeting Administrator Lehner stated that the November council meeting falls on Veterans Day, November 11. According to Minnesota Statutes, public business can… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …E: Miscellaneous AGENDA SECTION: ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE SUBJECT: Part-Time Hire SUGGESTED ACTION: Administrator Lehner will review the part-time hire posting. MOTION NEEDED. ATTACHMENTS: City of Kenyon Job Posting - Part-Time Administrative Assista… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …ing Date: November 17th, 2025 Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to City Administrator, Scott Lehner, at slehner@cityofkenyon.gov. If an applicant would like to claim Veteran's Preference Points, additional applicable documentatio… |
| November 12, 2025 | 11-12-25 Council Packet(1) | …of November, 2025. ________________________ Don Kirchmann, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ Scott Lehner, City Administrator 68 AGENDA ITEM NO. VIII.B Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: November 11, 2025 SUBMITT… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …ted 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: October 14, 2025 SUBMITTED… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …y, and Kim Helgeson Absent: Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Jessi Sturtz-Abdo Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Wayne Ehrich, Matt Bartel, Jeff Sjoblom The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegian… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE ENGINEERING 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Administrator Lehner stated that Fitzgerald Excavating has started removing pavement and trees. They have begun work on both 5th and 8th streets. Pay… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …irchmann had concerns about the noise level and how neighbors would be informed before a shoot. Administrator Lehner stated that if they let city hall know, it could be posted on social media, and any incoming inquiries could be addressed. Motion… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …ouncil Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Elana Brunner, and Mary Bailey Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, Holli Gudknecht, Attorney Scott Riggs, Attorney Jana O'Leary-Sullivan, and Police Chief Sjoblom The meeting was called to order… |
| October 14, 2025 | 10.14.25 Council Packet Agenda | …itle: Project Manager Recommended by Engineer Approved by Owner By: By: Name: Derek Olinger, P.E. Name: Scott Lehner Title: City Engineer Title: City Administrator Date: Date: EJCDC C-620 Contractor's Application for Payment (c) 2018 National Soc… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …Lee Sjolander and Elana Brunner, and Kim Helgeson Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Brittni Schmitz, Michelle Otte, Wayne Ehrich, Keith Allen The… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …BLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Update on Finance Officer Position Administrator Lehner stated that the personnel committee reviewed the Finance Director job description and updated the title from Finance Director to… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …description and updated the title from Finance Director to Finance Officer. 2026 Budget Process Administrator Lehner stated that a 2026 budget action item calendar was attached for reference. A council work session to review the 2026 draft budget… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …otion carried 4-0-0. LEGAL FINANCIAL OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Repairs to Front of City Offices Administrator Lehner stated that water leaks into the front window of the library office. An estimate was received from a contractor. Lehner recommend… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …ted that water leaks into the front window of the library office. An estimate was received from a contractor. Lehner recommended completing this work before any further damage is done. Motion by Brunner seconded by Kirchmann to proceed with the e… |
| September 9, 2025 | 9-9-25 Council Packet | …m area has been identified, and the business will be contacted for an inspection. Abdo Contract Administrator Lehner reviewed a new proposed Abdo contract that would supersede the old contract. He recommended postponing the hire of a finance offi… |
| August 26, 2025 | 8-26-25 council packet (1) | …30 pm Kenyon City Hall I. Call to Order II. Review Proposed 2026 Budget and Levy III. Other IV. Adjourn Scott Lehner, City Administrator Posted: August 22, 2025 3 AGENDA ITEM NO. III.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: Aug… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …pted 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 12, 2025 SUBMITTED B… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …jolander and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Kim Helgeson Absent: Mary Bailey Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Police Chief… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …ice Officer Armani Tucker Mayor Kirchmann recited the oath of office for Officer Armani Tucker. Administrator Lehner welcomed Armani to the department. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Update on Interim Finance Director 11 Administrator Lehner stated that Su… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …r welcomed Armani to the department. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Update on Interim Finance Director 11 Administrator Lehner stated that Sue Dodds has been helping part time in the finance office. Abdo is helping with the payroll. The personnel committee… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …irector job description so the position can get posted. Abdo Service Proposal to City of Kenyon Administrator Lehner has been working with Abdo to determine what finance services we could contract with them in the interim period. He would like to… |
| August 12, 2025 | 8.12.25 Council Packet Agenda Updated | …ner – Aye Motion carried 4-0-0. LEGAL FINANCIAL OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Abdo Payroll Contract Administrator Lehner explained Abdo's payroll contract. Abdo will be assisting with payroll processing until a finance director is hired. Motion by Sj… |
| July 16, 2025 | 7-16-25 COUNCIL PACKET | …g the Sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2025A 4. Abdo Proposal for Accounting Services 5. Adjourn Scott Lehner, City Administrator Posted: July 11, 2025 3 AGENDA ITEM NO. III.A Agenda Item Summary CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT DATE: July… |
| July 16, 2025 | 7-16-25 COUNCIL PACKET | …5 jean.mcgann@abdofs.com P 952.715.3059 abdosolutions.com | Mankato, MN - Edina, MN - Scottsdale, AZ 33 Scott Lehner, City Administrator City of Kenyon 709 Second Street Kenyon, Minnesota 55946 July 11, 2025 Dear Scott, Thank you for the opportun… |
| July 16, 2025 | 7-16-25 COUNCIL PACKET | …nowledge receipt of a copy hereof. City of Kenyon 709 Second Street Kenyon, Minnesota 55946 SIGNATURE Scott Lehner SIGNATURE Don Kirchman Abdo Financial Solutions, LLC 5201 Eden Avenue, Suite 250 Edina, Minnesota 55436 Jean McGann, CPA Partne… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …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 adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2025-21 C… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …nyon on this 8th day of July, 2025. ____________________________________ Donald Kirchner, Mayor ATTEST: Scott Lehner, City Administrator The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member _________________, and up… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana Brunner Absent: None Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Off… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …025 at 7:00 pm. Motion carried 5-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Proposed Sale of Land to Corgi Canna Administrator Lehner stated that the city was notified by Corgi Canna last evening that they are experiencing difficulty attaining financing, so the p… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …g, so the project is off the table for now. Request to Close the City Office on Friday, June 20 Administrator Lehner requested that the city office be closed on Friday, June 20, 2025. Motion by Sjolander seconded by Brunner to close the city offi… |
| July 8, 2025 | 7.8.25 Updated Council Packet and Agenda | …o April 15, 2025. Motion carried 5-0-0. Approve posting the Line Worker/Water Operator position Administrator Lehner stated that the KMU Commission recommended posting the Line Worker/Water Operator position. Austin Fitch resigned from this posit… |
| June 30, 2025 | 6-30-25 Notice of Closed and Open meeting regarding a personnel matter.docx | …ion; b. Additional action regarding evaluation, etc.; and c. Other related matters. /s/ Scott Lehner Scott Lehner, City Administrator DATED: June 24, 2025. DOCSOPEN\KE200\45\1034604.v2-6/24/25… |
| June 30, 2025 | 6-30-25 Notice of Closed and Open meeting regarding a personnel matter.docx | …regarding evaluation, etc.; and c. Other related matters. /s/ Scott Lehner Scott Lehner, City Administrator DATED: June 24, 2025. DOCSOPEN\KE200\45\1034604.v2-6/24/25… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …s Kim Helgeson, Mary Bailey, Lee Sjolander, and Elana Brunner Absent: Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Scott Riggs, Officer Brian Homeier, Doug Ims-Ico… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …June 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm. Motion carried 5-0-0. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Hiring of Police Officer: Administrator Lehner stated that we are moving forward with the hiring process of one of the police officer applicants. A background check is being do… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …is being done now. This officer should be on board by mid to late June. 9 Business Park Update Administrator Lehner stated that Attorney Riggs finalized the developer's agreement today for one of the lots in the Business Park. The EDA will need… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …ness Park. The EDA will need to hold a public hearing on the lot sale. Community Access Channel Administrator Lehner stated that Whitney and he have been working with Comcast to get the cable access channel up and running. ENGINEERING Bid Accepta… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …rovided a lot of good information. Process to Correct the Relationship Between the City and KMU Administrator Lehner stated that the KMU Commission accepted and signed the five contracts between the City and KMU on April 23, 2025. The council nee… |
| June 10, 2025 | 6-10-25 COUNCIL PACKET Updated | …ty State Bank of Kenyon. Motion Carried 5-0-0. NEW BUSINESS Consider Revising Chicken Ordinance Administrator Lehner stated that a resident requested that the council consider revising the chicken ordinance to allow chickens in residential areas.… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …eson and Elana Brunner Via Zoom: Mayor Don Kirchmann Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, present: Administrator Scott Lehner, City Engineer Derek Olinger, George Eilertson of Northland Securities, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, Administrative Assistant… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …ailey (arrived at 7:17 p.m.), and Elana Brunner Absent: Lee Sjolander Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, City Attorney Joe Sathe, Public Works Supervisor Wayne Ehrich,… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …RESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE KMU Process Update: Administrator Lehner stated that there is a meeting scheduled with KMU and the personnel committee on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. 15 Hiring… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …d the personnel committee on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. 15 Hiring of Police Officer: Administrator Lehner stated that four qualified candidates applied for the police officer position. The four candidates are scheduled to be interviewe… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …andidates are scheduled to be interviewed on April 15. Congrats and Thank You to Josey Homeier: Administrator Lehner thanked Officer Josey Homeier for her contributions and service time with the City of Kenyon. She will be moving on to a DNR job.… |
| May 13, 2025 | 5-13-25 council packet updated | …ith the City of Kenyon. She will be moving on to a DNR job. Best Wishes. Administrator Calendar Administrator Lehner stated that he will be out of the office on Friday, April 11, 2025. He is closing on a house in the area. ENGINEERING 2025 Street… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …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 Jeff Sjoblom, Liquor Store Manager Matt Bartel, C… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …RESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/RECOGNITIONS/PROLAMATIONS ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE KMU Process Update: Administrator Lehner stated he is still working on the new KMU process. He has reviewed the contracts and organizational chart with Attorney Riggs. Ne… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …ck to the council in April. Audit Update: The auditors were here on February 20 and 21. Everything went well. Lehner is looking at some of the recommendations from the auditors. House Hunt: Lehner stated that he has made an offer on a house in th… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …and 21. Everything went well. Lehner is looking at some of the recommendations from the auditors. House Hunt: Lehner stated that he has made an offer on a house in the area. Hopefully, he will be moving soon. ENGINEERING 2025 Street and Utility I… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …n carried 4-0-0. LEGAL OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 2025 Agreement with Luis Tellez – Taco Express Administrator Lehner reviewed the history of Taco Express's rental of the grassy lot next to the Municipal Liquor Store. He expressed concerns about t… |
| April 8, 2025 | 4-8-25 council packet | …ith registering to sell THC products. Motion carried 4-0-0. Insulating Office for Sound Control Administrator Lehner stated that there is no insulation in the internal walls of city hall. Conversations can be heard through the walls even when the… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …l Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Finance Director Whitney Kyllo, City Attorney Joe Sathe, Offic… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …oclamation that will be presented to Held Bus Service. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE KMU Process Update: Administrator Lehner stated that no decisions have been made yet concerning the KMU process. The personnel committee reviewed the five City/KMU agreem… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …25-07: Endorsing Federal Legislation to reimburse Body Armor Costs for All Emergency Responders Administrator Lehner stated that Rice County was asking that emergency responders that serve their county show their support to get federal legislatio… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …aid. Motion by Bailey seconded by 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: Ma… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …in their discretion, the interest of the Owner would be best served thereby. DATED: March 12, 2025 /S/ Scott Lehner City Administrator Published: The Kenyon Leader: March 12, 2025 QuestCDN: March 12, 2025 ****END OF SECTION**** City of Kenyon -… |
| March 11, 2025 | 3-11-25 council packet (1) | …ON, CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER INSTALLATION, 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 Schran… |
| February 11, 2025 | 2.11.25 Council Packet Agenda | …l Members Kim Helgeson, Lee Sjolander, Mary Bailey, and Elana Brunner Also, present: City Administrator Scott Lehner, Interim City Administrator Frank Boyles, Administrative Assistant Holli Gudknecht, Engineer Derek Olinger, Finance Director Whit… |