Pine Island — Transcript
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Consent Agenda Approvals
Veterans Monument Proposal
Mobile Food Unit Licensing
Haywatha Transit Agreement Revisions
Project Skyway Escrow Agreement
Small Business Loan for Local Acquisition
Aquatic Center Slide Project
Infrastructure Project Funding Updates
Environmental Review for Project Skyway
Community Beautification and Library Programs
Votes (6)
Consent Agenda Approval
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown Council Member [~0:09] · Seconded by Unknown Council Member [~0:09]
The consent agenda included the approval of May 20, 2025, regular council meeting minutes; June 3, 2025, special council meeting minutes; June 3, 2025, council workshop minutes; the Pine Football Booster Club fee waiver request; approval for a small city's development program grant extension; approval of a wage increase for the cemetery manager; and Resolution 2524 accepting monthly donations. There was a brief discussion acknowledging the donations, particularly for the cemetery.
Approval of Mobile Unit Licenses (Resolution 2525)
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown Council Member [~0:22] · Seconded by Unknown Council Member [~0:22]
The item involved a request to approve licenses for two new mobile food unit permits: 75th and third kitchen and catering, and El Sweno. Council members expressed enthusiasm for having more options for the community.
Approval of Haywatha Transit Agreement
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown Council Member [~0:27] · Seconded by Unknown Council Member [~0:27]
This item concerned a revised agreement with Three Rivers Community Action for the local bus service. The new model switches the city's contribution from a 40% share of new bus costs (which were variable and hard to budget for, sometimes reaching $20k-$40k) to a fixed yearly payment of $6,000. Staff highlighted the significant service provided (16,415 miles, 2,494 hours in 2024) and the overall operating cost of $162,000, largely covered by state and federal funding, making the city's $6,000 contribution a good value. The change aims to simplify city budgeting.
Approval of Escrow Agreement with Ryan Companies (Project Skyway)
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown Council Member [~0:30] · Seconded by Unknown Council Member [~0:30]
The Council reviewed an escrow agreement with Ryan Companies, the developer for Project Skyway. This agreement mandates Ryan Companies to place $50,000 into a non-interest-bearing account. The city will use these funds to reimburse itself for additional resources and services, such as attorney fees and postings, incurred due to the large-scale development. The agreement stipulates that once these funds are depleted, a second dollar amount will be discussed for replenishment.
Approval of EDA Loan for 'On Trend' Business Acquisition
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown Council Member [~0:32] · Seconded by Unknown Council Member [~0:32]
The EDA board recommended approval of a $29,500 loan for Nora and Nick Kramer to purchase the existing downtown business 'On Trend' from Nicole McDaniels. The loan is set at a 5% interest rate over 5 years. A special condition requires Nora Kramer to work with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) out of Rochester for technical assistance, particularly as this is her first outright business ownership. The council commended the applicants' communication and presentation.
Approval of Aquatic Center Slide Plans and Bidding Authorization (Resolution 25-26)
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown Council Member [~0:35] · Seconded by Unknown Council Member [~0:35]
The Council reviewed and approved Resolution 25-26, which formally accepts the plans and specifications for the new fiberglass slide at the aquatic center. This resolution also authorizes the city to advertise for bids for the project. The estimated cost exceeds $175,000, necessitating a competitive bidding process. Bids are scheduled to open on July 10th, with results to be presented to the council on July 15th, allowing for potential construction to begin in the fall.
Notable Quotes (6)
Nice to have options.
from a financial standpoint, it's much easier for the city to uh budget for a certain dollar amount than to uh come up with 20 to $40,000 um uh with within the year.
and it only helps to approve our age friendly community.
They help small businesses from uh startups to uh ones that are already in process to help them grow or to help them uh build out their financials, build websites like understanding the more of the process of running the business.
it's nice to see stay in local.
The reason we're advertising for bids is because the estimated cost is over $175,000, which means the city needs to put it out for a competitor.
Ordinances & Resolutions (12)
Minutes from a previous council meeting, approved as part of the consent agenda.
Minutes from a previous special council meeting, approved as part of the consent agenda.
Minutes from a previous council workshop, approved as part of the consent agenda.
A grant extension request, approved as part of the consent agenda.
Resolution accepting monthly donations, approved as part of the consent agenda.
Resolution to approve mobile unit licenses for two new food vendors.
Agreement with Three Rivers Community Action for local bus service, revised to a fixed annual city contribution.
Agreement for Project Skyway developer to escrow funds for city services.
Application and business plan for an EDA loan to purchase a local business, presented by Nora and Nick Kramer.
Resolution approving plans and specifications and ordering advertisement for bids for the aquatic center slide.
State legislative change mentioned by the City Attorney concerning improved efficiency in responding to requests.
Environmental review document for Project Skyway, currently in a 30-day public comment period.