February 20, 2001

The Warba City Council met at 6:30 p.m.  Present: Kelly McCauley, Doug Mericle, Lois Holmes, Ellen Coffel, Darlene Adolfs, Becky McCauley.  Guests: Floyd Hanigar, Brian Borgman, Mark Carlson, Frank Fairchild, Jerry Carey.

Call to order by Mayor Kelly McCauley. 
Minutes of the January meeting read.  A motion by Becky, seconded by Doug to accept- approved 5-0.

Treasurers: Report was presented, a motion by Ellen, seconded by Doug to accept- approved 5-0.

Outstanding Bills were presented- a motion to pay bills by Ellen, seconded by Becky to pay bills- approved 5-0.  A motion by Doug, seconded by Becky to pay water tower paint and repair 1580.78 from the water tower fund - approved 5-0.

Guest: Floyd Hanigar spoke about the Dist. 318 Endowment Foundation describing how it has benefited students and presented an invitation to a dinner at Rutgers.  A motions by Kelly, Seconded by Ellen to purchase 2 tickets for 60.00- approved 5-0.  Two council members will attend.

Committee Reports:

Community center: Council approved: 1 broken table be removed, South door needs repair to the lock bar, a sign listing "Things to Do" when leaving the building to be a reminder to shut lights, heat etc. Snow is to be shoveled near all doors.  

A motion by Becky, seconded by Darlene to increase the amount kept by Community Center on music night to 30.00 plus the pop money. Approved 5-0. 

Mark Carlson discussed solving the problem of the raised cement slab at the the West entry.  

"Thanks to Mark Carlson for plowing the sidewalk with his 4 wheeler.

Recreation:  Frank Fairchild reported on the ice rink activities, fire hydrant needs repair.  He will mow for year 2001. 

Ball field will be prepared for summer ball use, T ball equipment will be purchased.  

Recreation meeting is set for Mar. 14th 2001

Fire:  Ellen reported on Fire Meetings.  

Budget was presented and a new tanker purchase is needed.  

Ellen made a motion, contingent upon Feeley twp and Sago twp accepting the proposal, to accept the proposal for the purchase of a new tanker truck from Toyne, Inc. and to accept the financial proposal from Baystone Financial Group.  Seconded by Doug Mericle, approved 5-0.  

The council approved adjusting the fire fund budget if the above is approved by all.

BQC: Darlene and Ellen reported on the Bldg. Quality Community meeting, next meeting is March 6th.  

"Coffee or Dew" with Mayor date was set for April 18th at 4:00-5:30.  

National night out will be planned for this summer.

Cemetery:  Becky reported on the recent meetings and a "walk thru" cemetery check up this spring.

Old business:  Kelly will check with Wm Beck about late water bill. 

Review of city water/sewer ordinance is needed. 

MN Health Dept. letter was turned over to Brian, several items need attention.  

There was discussion concerning the high electric bill at the water tower, a result of 2 heaters needed for proper heat temperatures.

Discussion concerning a bill charged by Hawkins Treatment for work on the water tower system.  

A reminder was received about fluoride reports.  A new motor was installed by Fideldy, INC.  Motor needs to be adjusted and
the wirings need conduit covering.  

Council approved hiring Ken Seibert as a backup maintenance person to start May 1, 2001 at 8.00 an hour.

Council approved the 2001 budget.

New business:  A motion by Kelly, seconded by Becky to "do not waive" the 1,000,000 coverage with LMITC.  approved 5-0.  

March 29, 2001 there will be Red Cross CPR class given for anyone interested.  

A motion by Ellen, seconded by Darlene to adjourn.
Meeting adjourned

Respectfully, Darlene Adolfs, Clerk