City of Deerwood

The Deerwood City Council discussed a request from Cuyuna Lakes regarding the city retaining ownership of the tennis court property to qualify for a General Obligation Bond. Concerns were raised about using public funds for a private entity and the requirements of the bonding process. The council also approved the use of the Deerwood Auditorium by Mark Hoge for open gym and individual sessions during the summer months.

The Deerwood City Council held a regular meeting to discuss several key issues. An update was provided on the Infrastructure project, including the installation of the water tower top. Payments were approved for the New Water Tower and Well project. The council reviewed the process for removing the old water tower and approved a quote for the Minnesota Historic Property Record. They also discussed the water tower logo and color options. The council addressed issues with lift stations, approving the purchase of four new lift stations from Minnesota Pump Works. Wage increases for casual officers and custodians were approved. The council discussed bond information and the closing on a USDA loan. They approved financing for a fire department truck and reviewed the Pay Equity Report. The council also discussed Chase Ligneel attending the MN Rural Water Conference. Finally, they approved the Police Chief Contract presented by the Personnel Committee.

The Deerwood City Council meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. The council approved a request for reimbursement from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for a Turnout Gear Washer/Extractor/Dryer award program, supported by a donation from the Deerwood Fire Gambling Relief Association. They also approved ordering a 2024 3500 Big Horn Crew Cab for Public Works and discussed selling the current truck via sealed bids. Additionally, a donation was approved for the Deerwood Civic and Commerce for Summerfest 2023. The council also discussed a resident's request for culvert replacement and reviewed the drone walk of the city with the State of Minnesota DOT, noting a project scheduled for 2029.

The Deerwood City Council meeting addressed several topics, including a transient merchant application, Deerwood Days permit, and insurance liability. The council reviewed a water and sewer rate study presentation and discussed quotes for a new squad car, approving the lower quote for vehicle decals and the purchase of the car. Updates were provided from the Fire Department, Police Department, and Public Works. The council also discussed the MN Design Team visit and Cheryl Avelsgaard's work in Scandia Cemetery.

The Deerwood City Council held a regular meeting to discuss several key items. The council approved the consent agenda. Representatives from the Cuyuna Lakes Pickle Ball Association requested to use the Auditorium for winter pickle ball. The council discussed a seasonal position for snow removal and approved the hiring of two individuals, pending background checks, as volunteer probationary staff for the police department. They also approved repairs to the lift station and the replacement of entry doors in the Auditorium. Reports were heard from the Fire Department, Police Department, and Public Works. The next regular meeting was scheduled.