Tyler Rispa

The council meeting addressed various city matters, including legislation updates, property transactions, sewer system maintenance, and water tower system review. Discussions included ARPA funds, rezoning of a property, building code updates, and financial management changes, including a transition to QuickBooks Desktop and personnel changes. The meeting also covered committee reports, staff reports, and the approval of numerous bills and payments.

The council meeting addressed various topics, including an emergency services agreement with Ward County, a benefit for Andy Kellogg, and the potential reinstatement of the Renaissance Program. The council approved bids for a tractor, a zoning application, and a project using grant funds for sanitary sewer and water system improvements. Discussions included the use of PAR grant funds, an agreement with Moore Engineering, city sales tax funds, and the 2022 financials. The council approved raffle permits, a liquor license transfer, gaming site authorization, and a new Memorial Hall sign project. The meeting also covered city shop improvements, a change in accounting software, bids for cemetery mowing, and reports from the public works and police departments. Finally, the council approved bills and adjourned.

The council meeting involved a public hearing and approval of the rezoning of the High-Octane Bullseye Café property. Discussion included the reallocation of ARPA funds for the sewer project, application for the Lead Line Service Inventory Assistance, and various committee reports. Committee reports covered topics such as water and sewer projects, streets and walks, health and beautification, buildings and facilities, personnel and finance, and garbage and landfill. Actions included approving raffle permits, liquor licenses, and various personnel matters, including hiring and budget approvals. The council also addressed vehicle repairs, landfill hours, and the pay schedule for council members.

The council meeting focused on two main personnel decisions. The first involved hiring Robert Shelton as the new Public Works Director at a salary of $28 per hour with full benefits. The second involved hiring Jeremy Evers as a full-time Police Officer at an annual salary of $52,000, increasing to $54,000 after a six-month probationary period. The council also approved outfitting Evers with a vest, bodycam, and taser. Discussion of a new police cruiser was tabled for a future meeting.

The Kenmare City Council meeting covered various topics, including loan financing for a grader, review and approval of proposed ordinance changes related to dangerous animals, movement control orders, and marijuana possession. The council also approved permit applications for fireworks and raffles, reviewed updates on a sanitary sewer project, and approved application forms for outlot and subdivision plats. Discussions included a Renaissance Zone reapplication, building permits, and updates from various city committees (Buildings, Garbage, Personnel). The meeting also addressed the purchase of a police cruiser, retirement rates for public safety employees, and financial reports. Finally, bills were approved and the meeting was adjourned.