Public Notices July 16

Winthrop City Council
Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 2, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Winthrop was called to order at 7 p.m. on June 2nd, in the city council chambers of the City Hall, for the purpose of conducting city business.
Councilors Present: Mayor Trebelhorn. Councilors Wickenhauser, Pierson, O’Connor, Stoll and Santelman
Councilors Absent: None
Staff Present: City Administrator Michael Looft, City Clerk Heather Haun,
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Trebelhorn at 7:00PM.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2.1 Establish Current Agenda. Motion by Pierson to accept the agenda as written with addendum and moving 4.6 to 4.1, seconded by Stoll . Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
3.1 Approval of Minutes: May 5, 2025
3.2 Approval of Financials: May 2025
3.3 MN Senator Glenn Gruenhagen’s response to Mayor Trebelhorn.
Motion by Stoll approving consent agenda, seconded by Wickenhauser. Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
4.1 Resolution 2025-015 Winthrop Ambulance Fire Building Architectural and Engineering Services (A). After two years of review and multiple attempts, the Fire and Ambulance joint building committee is ready to move forward with a design set and cost estimates. Attached is the proposal from Bloom Hay Dobbs the company that was helping with design. The proposal includes Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding/Negotiations and Administration.
Looft gave a background on this project over the last three years. There were six different locations looked into. The decision was made to go with adding to the fire department. Loof showed the Floor plan that has been agreed upon by fire and ambulance departments. Looft went through the Construction Budget that was given by Bloom Hay Dobbs. Councilor Stoll spoke about the appearance of the building. Tom from Bloom Hay Dobbs, spoke to the different phases of the schematics. Mayor Trebelhorn questioned the foundation of the current building and if that would be looked at during the Schematic Design Phase. Tom stated they would be tracking down the manufacturing information on the current building. Pierson asked if the existing building would be kept by the fire department, and which way the ambulance would enter the building. Tom stated that this would also be looked into and confirmed with respect to the drive through area. Pierson also questioned if Tom was familiar with new OSHA requirements. Tom explained that the new requirements are with respect to carcinogens. Santelman asked if the existing building would be able to be used during the construction phases. Tom stated that it depends on the deferent construction phases. Pierson asked for the Fire Chiefs opinion. Chief Pagel stated that he doesn’t see a big challenge with it. Tom from the engineering company stated they would like to try and keep the fire department operational. Tom talked about contingencies that are built into the plans. April 2026 – March 2027 for Construction Phase. There are different lead times that run into this depending on the decisions that will be made. Mayor Trebelhorn inquired about the pros and cons of using a general contractor vs bidding out each part. Tom talked about the difference between each.
Motion by O’Conner to move forward, second by Wickenhauser, Pierson asked about the cost they are requesting right now, $315,000. Looft explained that it is the $315,000 over time, there is some money in the contingency funds. Pierson asked if this commits us to the building. Looft advised that this does not and that our financial advisor advised that we should be going through USDA for funding. We can’t go out to USDA without construction documents. Pierson inquired about the budgets for next year and the LGA cuts. Santelman inquired if there were any other buildings in the area that already existing that can be used. With discussion concluded the motion carried unanimously.
4.2 City Council Code of Conduct (A). Motion by Pierson adopting the code of conduct, Seconded by O’Connor. Motion carried unanimously.
4.3 Resolution 2025-017 SMIF Annual Donation (A). Annually we budget for a donation to SMIF of $1,000, they are asking for $1,200 this year based on their increases as an organization. Motion by Stoll to approve the SMIF Donation of $1200, seconded by Santelman. Motion carried unanimously.
4.4 Reimbursement expense for plants on 2nd Street Project (A) During a regularly scheduled meeting in 2024 resident Kathy Hubble at 406 W 2nd Street asked to be reimbursed for plants outside her home that were removed due to 2nd Street. The reimbursement would be for $102.39. Motion by Pierson, seconded by Stoll, Santelman asked if anyone told her she was going to be reimbursed. Councilors informed Santelman Kathy was advised last year she would be reimbursed. Motion carried unanimously.
4.5 Resolution 2025-016 Well 2 Rehabilitation (A). After our annual review of the wells it was determined that Well 2 needed repair. The original estimates went out to council for an amount of $30,000 – $60,000. The updated estimate came in at $35,417.20. Thein Well will repair the well and additional amounts will be needed to dig the well head up. Staff’s recommendation is to approve the quote and repair Well 2 as soon as possible. Motion by Pierson, seconded by O’Connor. Motion carried unanimously.
4.6 204 N Carver Street Sewer Repair (A). During the 2nd Street Project an unknown sewer line was blocked and taken out. The as-builts suggested that all the sewer lines went to Carver Street. During 2020 COVID prevented the construction crew from fully inspecting the building. This past winter the city council approved and was notified that the city would pay for the repairing of the sewer and storm lines under the building at 204 N Carver Street. The plumber did fill in the piping and completed their work, however, there were some areas that were uneven. Some of this has to do with the original level of the building. The owner would like the repair to be fixed and brought back to the original state in which they purchased the building. Estimated costs are attached for the council’s review. This would still be below the amount of contingency for the 2023 Utility Project. Motion by Stoll, Seconded by Santelman, Looft advised that this will be coded under the second street contingency funds. Motion carried unanimously.
4.7 Resolution 2025-014 Repayment of General Fund via Money Market (A). Moving February 2025 principal payments from the 4M to General Fund. Motion by Wickenhauser, seconded by Pierson, Motion carried unanimously.
4.8 Adoption of Policy 2025-002 Utility Billing & Services Policy (A). Recently residents were concerned over the wording of the utility application, which was updated to align with our billing practices. Staff determined that the policy also needed to be updated, included in the policy are updated definitions, updated definitions of when the deposit is refunded, when we can disconnect for services, rights of the residents, and updates on budget billing. This policy aligns with our city code chapter 4. Motion by Pierson, seconded by O’Connor. Motion carried unanimously.
4.9 Building Code Inspector Update (A). From time to time our city code building inspector updates his contract. There is no change to fees, this is a language update and accepting of the terms of service for his inspection services. Also attached are appendix A and B for fees and inspections, this will be put on our website under the building code inspection. Motion by Stoll, seconded by Wickenhauser. Motion carried unanimously.
4.10 Conflict of Interest: Perennial Bank (I) Looft went over the state statute that states that Councilor Santelman should declare that she works at the official place of deposit for the City of Winthrop to full disclose it to the public.
4.11 Resolution 2025-018 Vacating easement on Parcel No. 37.0551.000 (A). The utility easement that was originally plated in between these parcels as an alleyway has a preexisting history of being vacated. Staff is asking the council to pass the resolution so that it may be properly updated at Sibley County land records. Motion by Stoll, seconded by Santelman. Motion carried unanimously.
4.12 Resolution 2025-019 Vacating easement on Parcel No. 37.0539.000 (A). The utility easement that was originally plated in between these parcels as an alleyway has a preexisting history of being vacated. Staff are asking council to pass the resolution so that it may be properly updated at Sibley County land records. Motion by Stoll, seconded by Wickenhauser. Motion carried unanimously.
4.13 STREAMS 2025-020 Funding Assistance from Engineering Firm SEH (A). The STREAMS group is currently out of funds. In 2024-2025 the STREAMS group has spent a total of $152,887.86 on the Kimley-Horn feasibility study. Now that this phase is done and we have preliminary estimates STREAMS would like to continue on this project by asking for bonding bill spending. For this STREAMS would like to hire SEH (Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc) who currently does wastewater engineering for Lafayette and New Auburn. The ask is that each of the four municipalities pledge an additional $18,750 for a total amount of $75,000 to help with 1-year funding. Attached are the estimates for additional services that is currently not part of the ask. Motion by O’Connor, seconded by Pierson. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMITTEE NOTICES & UPDATES
Administration/WEDA – We have gotten some feedback from engineers regarding the school, looking a meeting date for a work session on July 21st for citizens and council at 7pm. City hall closed on June 19th,
City hall is going through some software updates June 25 – 27th. Splash pad breaks ground tomorrow.
Ambulance – Cadets are still working through their testing phase. There is one that is fully certified as an EMT.
Library – Met on May 19th, friends book sale netted $615.00, the Lions gave $300.00 and $600.00 from the EDA. The Lions are also donating $500.00 for Como Zoo Trip. PLAC grant was received for Art in the library.
Police – Identified approximately ten children that have been driving around on electric scooters on the streets, and they will be talking with the children’s parents. There are safety concerns and other items that are being discussed. Nick and Nash have returned and are fully certified. There was a successful women’s defense class last week with nine women. Went over the proper way to contact the police department.
Public Works – Replacing boxes and working on electrical in the park. Streetlights are going to go from Hwy 19 to the Grocery Store area replacements.
6. ADJOURNMENT
Motioned to adjourn the meeting at 8:54 PM by Wickenhauser, seconded by Stoll. Motion to adjourn carried.
Michael Looft
City Administrator

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE
Assumed Name/Amendment to Assumed Name
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333
The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.
1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted:
GoBL Calls
2. Principal Place of Business:
28790 401st Ave, Arlington, MN 55307
3. List a Mailing Address if you cannot receive mail at the principal place of business address:
4. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address:
Reclaimed Woodgrains LLC, 28790 401st Ave, Arlingon,
MN 55307
5. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name File Number: 1566838700028
Originally filed on: 6/26/2025
6. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.
/s/ Jeremy C. Buckentin Date 7-10-2025
A signature of one Applicant listed or an Authorized Agent (The signing party must indicate on the document that they are acting as the agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required and that they have been authorized to sign on behalf of that person(s).) is required.
Jeremy C. Buckentin – Owner of Reclaimed Woodgrains LLC
Email Address for Official Notices
Enter an email address to which the Secretary of State can forward official notices required by law and other notices:
[email protected]
List a name and daytime phone number of a person who can be contacted about this form:
Jeremy Buckentin 952 457 1385
Entities that own, lease, or have any financial interest in agricultural land or land capable of being farmed must register with the MN Dept. of Agriculture’s Corporate Farm Program.
Does this entity own, lease, or have any financial interest in agricultural land or land capable of being farmed?
No
Work Item 1568489100026
Original File Number 1566838700028
STATE OF MINNESOTA
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE
FILED
07/10/2025 11:59 PM
/s/ Steve Simon
Secretary of State
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