Justin Petersen

The meeting addressed several change orders for construction projects. Discussions included change order number two for the shooting range construction project, focusing on grading and berm work for shooting bays and structure work, and change order number four for sanitary sewer replacements, addressing costs to mitigate petroleum-contaminated soil. Additionally, change order number one for the Third Avenue Southwest reconstruction project was discussed, involving the addition of a concrete valley gutter and conversion of a junction box into a drop inlet to improve drainage. The status of paving on Third Avenue and delays on 21st Street were also addressed.

The committee discussed the draft storm water utility ordinance, including the purpose of the ordinance, funding mechanisms for services, and compliance with stormwater requirements. The discussion included the establishment of a public utility known as the stormwater utility for the city, and the revenues would be subject to the city code and applicable statutes. The committee also discussed rates and charges, billing methods, and appeal processes.

The council discussed concerns about attendance at the budget meeting and emphasized the importance of notifying the mayor or council president in advance of absences. Approvals were granted for the consent agenda and the agenda with modifications. Discussions and actions included the annexation of Mansell Addition, zoning amendments, plat approvals for Watertown airport and stencyl first editions, and vacation of utility easements. The first reading of ordinances related to temporary signage and plan commission membership requirements were also addressed.

The meeting addressed the approval of a resolution consenting to the proposed transfer of the cable franchise currently held by Clarity Telecom LLC, with discussions involving legal and financial qualifications. The council also reviewed the continued necessity of Resolution number 20-15 concerning the pandemic outbreak and responsive measures, including a proposed revised resolution regarding mask-wearing in public.

The meeting involved discussions and actions related to a conditional use permit for warehousing and sales of class one point four G fireworks. The board considered compliance with specific regulations, including ingress and egress, parking, screening, and compatibility. The annexation and zoning of the parcel were also discussed, with updates provided on the progress of these actions through the City Council. The board approved the conditional use permit.