--- title: Microsoft Word - AGENDA 05112026.docx ## author: Keisha Seys date: D:20260507183407-05'00' --- ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## AGENDA AND NOTICE OF MEETING Regular City Council Meeting of Monday, May 11, 2026- 7:00 p.m. ## Community Center - Governor's Room (600 South Fifth Street) ## I. CALL TO ORDER ## II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA ## Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - p. 5-6 ## IV. VISITORS ## A. Scheduling of Visitor Comments on Agenda Items ## B. General Visi tor Comments ## V. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS-p. 7-14 ## VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ## None Scheduled ## VII.N ## EW BUSINESS ## A. Hospital Purchase- p. 15-18 ## B. North 4th Street Improvement Finalization of Assessments & Calling for Publi c Hearing- p. 19-24 C. North 4th Street Improvement Bid Approval - p. 25-32 ## D. Minnesota River - Mankato One Watershed One Plan Joint Powers Agreement - p. 33-57 ## E. City Assistance Request: Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration - p. 58-62 ## F. City Assistance Request: Young John Denver Fest & Blues Fest - p. 63-66 G. City Assistance Request: Memorial Day Parade - p. 67- 69 H. New Licenses - p. 70-71 ## VIII. REPORTS ## A. MAYOR ## B. C ## OUNCILMEMBERS ## C. CITY ADMINISTRATOR ## i. National Public Works Week ## Legislative Te stimony ## I ## X. ADJOURNMENT ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator ## CITY COUNCIL ## AGENDA MEMORANDUM 26-09 ## REGULAR MEETING OF May 11, 2026 ## 7:00 P.M. ## I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Nowell will call the meeting to order and lead the Pledge of Allegiance. ## II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion to approve the agenda, as posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law, will be entertained. A MOTION is in order. ## III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A copy of the minutes of the April 27, 2026 regular meeting is attached for approval. A MOTION is in order. ## IV. VISITORS ## A. SCHEDULING OF VISITOR COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS Members of the audience wishing to address the Council concerning an agenda item later in the meeting should be noted at this time. ## B. GENERAL VISITOR COMMENTS Members of the Audience wishing to address the Council concerning items not on the agenda may do so at this time ## V. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS The consent agenda including approval of the disbursements for April 23, 2026 through May 6, 2026 is recommended for approval. Please see the attached staff reports and ## RESOLUTION. ## VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None scheduled. ## VII. NEW BUSINESS ## CITY COUNCIL ## AGENDA MEMORANDUM 26-09 ## REGULAR MEETING OF May 11, 2026 ## 7:00 P.M. ## A. HOSPITAL PURCHASE Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to approve the purchase of upgraded robotic technology at River’s Edge Hospital. Please see the attached Staff Report and RESOLUTION. ## B. NORTH 4 ## TH ## STREET IMPROVEMENT FINALIZATION OF ASSESSMENTS & ## CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to declare the costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of a proposed assessment and call for a public hearing on the proposed assessments. Please see the attached staff report and ## RESOLUTION. ## C. NORTH 4 ## TH ## STREET IMPROVEMENT BID APPROVAL Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to award the bid for the 2026 North 4 th Street Improvements from Chatham Street to Skaro Street to Holtmeier Construction of Mankato. Please see the attached staff report and RESOLUTION. ## D. CITY ASSISTANCE REQUEST: OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY ## CELEBRATION Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to approve a City assistance request for a community wide Fourth of July celebration. Please see the attached staff report and RESOLUTION. ## E. CITY ASSISTANCE REQUEST: YOUNG JOHN DENVER FEST & BLUES FEST Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to approve a City assistance request by the Saint Peter Ambassadors’ for Young John Denver Fest & Blues Fest. Please see the attached staff report and RESOLUTION. ## F. CITY ASSISTANCE REQUEST: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to approve a City assistance request for a Memorial Day Walk of Honor parade. Please see the attached staff report and RESOLUTION. ## G. NEW LICENSES ## CITY COUNCIL ## AGENDA MEMORANDUM 26-09 ## REGULAR MEETING OF May 11, 2026 ## 7:00 P.M. Action is requested to approve a RESOLUTION to approve numerous Peddler/Solicitor Licenses and a Tree Workers License. Please see the attached staff report and RESOLUTION. ## VIII. REPORTS ## A. M AY O R Any reports from the Mayor will be provided at this time. ## B. COUNCILMEMBERS Any reports by the Councilmembers will be provided at this time. ## C. CITY ADMINISTRATOR Any reports by the City Administrator will be provided at this time. ## IX. ADJOURNMENT ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS ## MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING ## APRIL 27, 2026 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Saint Peter was conducted in the Governors’ Room of the Community Center. A quorum present, Mayor Nowell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following Councilmembers were present: Keri Johnson, Darrell Pettis, Ben Ranft, Josh Weisenfeld, Dustin Sharstrom and Brad DeVos. The following officials w ere also present: City Administrator Todd Prafke, Assistant City Attorney Steven Winkler, Community Development Director Ben Baker, Public Works Director Pete Moulton, and City Engineer Jeffrey Domras. Approval of Agenda – A motion was made by Ranft, seconded by Pettis, to approve the amended agenda. With all in favor, the agenda was approved. Approval of Minutes – Mayor Nowell requested the following corrections to the minutes: under Street Seal Coating/Parking Lot Sealing Bid Award, the removal of Councilmember Weisenfeld abstaining to correct to all voting in favor of the motion and under Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, the removal of Councilmember Pettis abstaining to correct to all voting in favor of the motion. A motion was made by Ranft, seconded by Weisenfeld, to approve the corrected minutes of the April 27, 2026 regular City Council meeting. With all in favor, the corrected minutes were approved. A complete copy of the minutes of the April 27, 2026 regular City Council meeting is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Proceedings 20. Visitors – Kristina Bergeson of 626 Park Row addressed the Council on their frustrations regarding the roofing companies soliciting in Saint Peter without peddler’s permits following the April 13, 2026 hailstorm. Consent Agenda – In motion by Ranft, seconded by Weisenfeld, Resolution No. 2026–83 entitled “Resolution Approving Consent Agenda”, was introduced. Upon roll call, with all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of the amended Resolution No. 2026-83 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 26. Outdoor Field & Facility Advertising Guidelines – Public Works Director Moulton presented a proposed policy allowing associations to advertise on City athletic facility fencing. Discussion focused on association involvement in the process, banner installation responsibilities, and the proposed banner fee. Councilmember DeVos motioned to change the proposed fee from $100 to $25 per banner. The motion was seconded by Ranft. With all in favor the amendment to the fee was approved. In motion by Ranft, seconded by Weisenfeld, Resolution No. 2026-84 entitled “Resolution Accepting the Outdoor Field & Facility Advertising Guidelines“ was introduced. Upon roll call, with all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2026-84 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 26. Miller Homes Agreement – Community Development Director Baker reviewed prior partnerships with Miller Homes and reported stronger lot and home sales performance through Miller Homes 5 than through anything direct marketing the City did. Baker suggested approving the resolutions approving Miller Real Estate to list the City owned lots on the west side of Cullen Street and to- be-built homes for the City and Miller Homes would construct some higher end homes for sale. Councilmembers DeVos and Ranft requested adjustments and clarifications on the Listing Agreement regarding addresses of lots, name of seller, and broker’s compensation. In motion by Weisenfeld, seconded by DeVos, the Resolution No. 2026-85 entitled “Resolution Approving a Listing Agreement from Miller Real Estate” was introduced. Upon roll call, and all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2026- 85 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 26. In motion by Ranft, seconded by Sharstrom, the Resolution No. 2026-86 entitled “Resolution Approving a Construction Incentive Proposal from Miller Homes” was introduced. Upon roll call, and all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2026-86 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 26. New Licenses – City Administrator Prafke reviewed the new peddler and tree worker license applicants, noting all appropriate background checks were passed. Discussion centered on the enforcement challenges, timing of peddler license approvals, unlicensed post-hail solicitation, and possible future ordinance or process changes. Staff has plan to compare building permits pulled and who has permits to bring to Council for further discussion. Councilmember Weisenfeld shared his concern over approving peddler’s licenses, especially for those who were knocking on doors prior to their license approval. In motion by Sharstrom, seconded by Pettis, Resolution No. 2026-87 entitled “Resolution Approving New Licenses” was introduced. Upon roll call, with Councilmember Weisenfeld voting against, and all others in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2026-87 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 26. ## Reports Mayor’s Report – Mayor Nowell had no reports. Councilmember Reports – Councilmembers had no reports. City Administrator Reports – City Administrator Prafke shared that there were no new statistics to provide regarding federal agency presence in the City. Prafke also shared an update on the Comprehensive Plan reminding residents that the survey would remain open until mid-May. There being no further business, a motion was made by Sharstrom, seconded by DeVos, to adjourn. With all in favor, the motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: _________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 6 ## Memorandum ## TO: Mayor Nowell and Councilmembers DATE: 5/7/2026 ## FROM: Todd Prafke, City Administrator ## RE: Approve the hiring of Recreation and Leisure Services Director ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Approve the hiring of Ryan Yunkers as Recreation and Leisure Services Director. ## BACKGROUND Members of the Council know we go through an exhaustive process in recruitment for all employees including department heads. As you're aware the Director of Recreation and Leisure Services resigned and the position was opened for application. We received just short of 40 applicants and interviewed 5 very good candidates. The recommendation is to hire Rayn Yunkers under the following terms: • Starting wage of $101,500 per year- exempt position. • A six (6) month probationary period followed by a 2% wage increase. • Start date of June 22, 2026. • Forty (40) hours of vacation & Forty (40) hours of sick leave at start date. • All other benefits will be substantially similar to other Department Heads as provided for in you Personnel Policy Manual. Mr. Yunkers has extensive experience in managing personnel, recreation activity and facilities planning, budget and capital planning, establishing relationships demonstrated through raising of significant funds thought his work at the Lake Crystal Recreation Cent er which houses a fitness center, aerobics studio, swimming pool, meeting and event space, gymnasiums, walking track, and a new and innovative indoor playground with adult fitness. He has collaborated with sports clubs, leagues, private groups, and school sports groups for facilities use. Additionally, he has PhD in Education from Minnesota State University. Please feel free to contact me if you have any question or concerns. ## TP/ks 7 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/8/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Nicole ## RE: Seasonal Pool Staff Appointment ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Appoint the candidates below to the seasonal positions at the wages listed. ## BACKGROUND The Recreation & Leisure Services Department will open the outdoor pool on June 5, 2026. I am seeking approval for the appointment of the following staff at the positions and wages listed to begin work in May and continue throughout the duration of the seasonal programs. All seasonal appointments have successfully passed a background check. All wages are provided according to the resolutions previously adopted by the City Council. Name Position/Budget Wage ## Madalyn Ruffing Cashier $12.50 Mackynzie Leonard Lifeguard $16.25 ## Abbey Flowers Lifeguard $16.25 Brady Bartelt Lifeguard $16.25 Nolan Bleck Lifeguard $16.25 Please feel free to contact the City Administrator with any questions or concerns regarding this agenda item. ## JWS/ 8 +- ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Pete Moulton ## Public Works Director ## RE: 2026 Seasonal Employee – Public Works ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Approve the following seasonal employee appointment for the Public Works Department. ## BACKGROUND Public Works staffing levels are supplemented each year by the appointment of seasonal staff to assist with summer workloads. The following returning seasonal employee is recommended for approval; it is requested they be appointed for the year 2026 in the Public Works Department. Name Position/Budget Wage Micah Beckendorf Seasonal Laborer/ Parks (returning) $16.25 The wage indicate is based on the Council approved seasonal position wage scale approved by the City Council in December 2025. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions or concerns with this agenda item. ## PM 9 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Hayden Lacher ## Community Development Specialist ## RE: License Renewals and Temp Licenses ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Provide approval of Tree Worker Licenses, Transient Merchant License, Fireworks Permit Temporary Show, and Temporary On Sale Liquor Licenses. ## BACKGROUND Tree Worker licenses expired on April 30, 2026 and five additional companies have submitted their renewal applications. The licensing period for these are May 12, 2026 – April 30, 2027. TNT Fireworks has submitted a Temporary Transient Merchant license application to allow for the sale of Minnesota State approved fireworks at 612 South Minnesota Avenue. The sale of the fireworks will take place June 20, 2026 – July 5, 2026. St. Peter Chamber of Commerce has submitted a Temporary Liquor License application for two events. The first event is scheduled to take place July 4, 2026 at Minnesota Square Park. The second event is scheduled to take place August 18, 2026 at Levee Park. The St. Peter Chamber will be sponsoring a fireworks show display on July 4, 2026. The Chamber has contracted RES Specialty Pyrotechnics Inc. to discharge the fireworks. RES will be discharging the fireworks at Community Spirit Park. The Chamber has submitted a Fireworks Permit application for City Council approval. The St. Peter Ambassadors have submitted a Temporary Liquor License application for two events. The first event is scheduled to take place June 12, 2026 at Minnesota Square Park. The second event is scheduled to take place June 13, 2026 at Minnesota Square Park. The St. Peter Ambassadors have also submitted a Temporary Show License application for June 12, 2026 and June 13, 2026 at Minnesota Square Park. Should you have any questions or concerns on these agenda items, please do not hesitate to contact me. ## HL/ 10 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator FROM: Pete Moulton Curtis Thompson Public Works Director Water Resources Superintendent ## RE: Vactor Truck Unit # 144 - Repair ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Approve MacQueen Companies of St. Paul, Minnesota to complete repairs on the Mack Vactor Truck rodder pump and components for the estimated amount of $44,506.80 plus freight. ## BACKGROUND During the operation of the wastewater Vactor truck, staff noticed a substantial water leak from under the truck near the water pump for the jetting system. The truck was taken to our mechanics and after troubleshooting in house it was determined that the leak was beyond the scope of what can be handled in house. The truck was taken to the certified Vactor distributor MacQueen Equipment in St. Paul which is where the truck was purchased. MacQueen determined that the pump which supplies the high-pressure water to perform sewer line cleaning had a leak near the weep hole which is not repairable and requires pump replacement. MacQueen supplied City staff with a quote for a replacement pump and the labor to complete the work. Since this piece of equipment is vital to our maintenance operations and emergency sewer line backup repair, staff initiated a purchase order on April 29, 2026 and authorized MacQueen to order parts and make the repairs. Staff recommend approval of the repairs to be completed. The repairs will be funded from the Wastewater Utility budget. This is a repair and not a capital budgeted item. Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions or concerns on this agenda item. ## PM/CT 11 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Perry Solheim ## Finance Director ## RE: Disbursements ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION For your information, review, and approval. ## BACKGROUND Included in the consent agenda is a summary of the fund expenditures for disbursements made from April 23, 2026 to May 6, 2026 (totaling $593,654.77). The City Council, department heads and select staff have received a list of the vendor details and amounts of these disbursements that total the amounts included in the main agenda packet. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this agenda item. ## PS 12 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION APPROVING CONSENT AGENDA ## BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT PETER, NICOLLET ## COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. The following employee appointment shall be made: ## Ryan Yunkers – Recreation and Leisure Services Director • Starting wage of $101,500 per year- exempt position • Upon successful completion of a 6-month probation, a 2% salary increase will be applied. • Forty (40) hours of vacation & Forty (40) hours of sick leave from your start date. • Will be eligible for the 2026 salary increase upon completion of probation • All other benefit as provided for in the Personnel Policy Manual. 2. The following employee appointments shall be made: Name Position/Budget Wage Madalyn Ruffing Pool Cashier $12.50 Mackynzie Leonard Lifeguard $16.25 ## Abbey Flowers Lifeguard $16.25 Brady Bartelt Lifeguard $16.25 Nolan Bleck Lifeguard $16.25 ## Micah Beckendorf Seasonal Laborer/Parks $16.25 3. The following licenses and permits are approved: ## Tree Workers Dawgs Dig Cut & Haul 5/12/2026 – 4/30/2027 Mankato Landshapes, Inc. 5/12/2026 – 4/30/2027 ## Quality Tree Service ## Trinity Tree Service ## Priority Tree Service ## Temporary Liquor St. Peter Chamber of Commerce 7/4/2026 St. Peter Chamber of Commerce 8/18/2026 St. Peter Ambassadors 6/12/2026 St. Peter Ambassadors 6/13/2026 ## Temporary Show St. Peter Ambassadors 6/12/2026 St. Peter Ambassadors 6/13/2026 13 ## Display of Fireworks St. Peter Chamber of Commerce 7/4/2026 4. MacQueen Companies of St. Paul, Minnesota is approved to complete repairs on the Mack Vactor Truck rodder pump and components for an estimated amount of $44,506.80 plus freight. 5. The schedule of disbursements for April 23, 2026 through May 6, 2026 are approved. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11 th day of May, 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: _________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 14 To: Honorable Mayor Nowell Date: 5/11/2026 ## Members of the City Council ## From: Paula Meskan, CEO ## RE: Purchase of Stryker Mako Robotic Equipment ## Action/Recommendation The Hospital is recommending the purchase of upgraded robotic technology with the replacement of one MAKO robot now with the potential to add a second robot dependent upon surgeon volume i n the next six months at a not to exceed total cost of $1,693,468.95 + interest over 6 years. ## Background The current MAKO was purchased in 2019 and continues to be in use. Technology of robotics has been upgraded, and additional surgeons have started to use the robot, at times creating scheduling conflicts depending on when surgeons are in the OR requesting the equipment. Stryker has proposed a SEA (Suppliers Equipment Agreement) program whereas (2) Mako 4 robots and associated instrumentation would be purchased at a total capital obligation of $1,693,468.95 (over 6 years, total cost (with interest) would be approximately $2,079,000). As part of the SEA agreement, 8.5% of the total joint replacement spend would be applied to cover the capital cost. Based on history of spending, it is anticipated that 8.5% would cover the cost of the robot (or robots) over a 6- year period, without any capital cash layout from River’s Edge. There would be an annual review whereas any shortfall in spending would result in a cash true-up from River’s Edge. Overages in the spend would be applied to the capital balance. ## Fiscal Impact ## Vendor Price Stryker $1,693,468.95 + interest over 6 years Funding will come from REHC funds. ## Community Impact By purchasing upgrading the robotic equipment, we continue to provide our patients with the newest technology and best practices in joint replacement surgery. 15 ## Alternatives/Variations Do Not Act: By not purchasing the equipment, we continue to use our current equipment and will work to manage surgeon schedules to best allow use of the robotic equipment. Negative Vote: Same as not acting. Modification: This is always an option of the City Council . 16 17 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION APPROVING PURCHASE OF TWO STYKER MAKO ROBOTS WHEREAS, the City Code requires City Council approval for all Hospital purchases exceeding $100,000; and WHEREAS, the Hospital is in need of upgrading robotic technology with the replacement of one MAKO robot with the potential to add a second robot dependent upon surgeon volume.; AND WHEREAS, the Hospital received 1 bid/proposal/quote externally from Styker; and WHEREAS, the Hospital Commission recommends approval the purchase of upgraded robotic technology with the replacement of one MAKO robot with the potential to add a second robot dependent upon surgeon volume to not exceed the amount of $1,693,468.95 + interest over six years; and ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT ## PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. River's Edge Hospital and Clinic is authorized to purchase of the upgraded robotic technology with the replacement of one MAKO robot with the potential to add a second robot dependent upon surgeon volume to not exceed the amount of $1,693,468.95 + interest over six years. 2. Funding for the purchase shall be from REHC Hospital funds. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11 th day of May, 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: _________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 18 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Pete Moulton ## Public Works Director RE: 2026 North Fourth Street Improvements from Chatham to Skaro Street Project ## Assessments & Calling for Public Hearing ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Adopt a Resolution declaring the costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of p roposed assessments and a Resolution calling for a public hearing on the proposed assessments for the 2026 North Fourth Street Improvements from Chatham to Skaro Street. ## BACKGROUND Bids for the project have been received, and the City Engineer has assembled a breakdown of improvement costs to be paid by the City, and those to be assessed to benefitting property owners as authorized by Minnesota Statute 429. The assessments were determined according to the City’s assessment policy. The Resolution declaring the costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of a proposed assessment provides an estimated cost of the improvements along with the portion to be paid by the City and the amount assessed to property owners. It also designates the interest rate and term of the assessments. After bids were opened, the total cost of the project including contingency, engineering, administration, and financing was estimated to be $927,220.00. Of this, $427,650.00 is proposed to be assessed to benefit property owners and the remaining $499,570.00 would be the responsibility of the City. If the City Council wants to continue with the project, it is also necessary to consider a Resolution calling for a public hearing on the proposed assessments. This attached resolution schedules the public hearing for June 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The public hearing provides property owners an opportunity to address the City Council on the proposed improvements and/or assessments. The public hearing would be advertised in the local newspaper and individual property owners would be notified. Individual notices would include the proposed assessment amount, interest rate, and term. Instructions are also provided for assessment payment, deferment, and appeal. It is recommended that the City Council act on the attached resolutions. 19 ## FISCAL IMPACT: Adoption of the two resolutions will order the assessment roll be prepared and property owners notified of their assessment amount and the date of the assessment hearing. Expected cost for the advertisement of the assessment roll will range from $250 - $500. The Hearing would be held at the June 8, 2026, City Council Meeting and have a small financial impact. ## ALTERNATIVES/VARIATIONS: Do not act: The project will not move forward, and staff will ask the Council for further direction. Negative vote: No further work on the project will be done without additional direction from the Council. Modification of the Resolution: This is always an option of the City Council. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions or concerns on this agenda item. ## PM 20 21 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 – ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING ## PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT WHEREAS, a contract has been set for improvements of North Fourth Street from Chatham to Skaro Streets, by reconstructing sanitary sewer, water distribution system piping, storm sewer, sanitary and water services, sidewalk, curb & gutter, access aprons, and roadway surfacing; and WHEREAS, the contract (bid) price (estimated cost) for such improvement is $ 769,404.00; and WHEREAS, the expenses incurred or to be incurred in the making of such improvements amount to $157,816.00 bringing the total cost of the improvement to $ 927,220.00. ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT ## PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. The portion of the cost of such improvement to be paid by the City is hereby declared to be $499,570.00 and the portion of the cost to be assessed against benefited property owners is declared to be $427,650.00. 2. Assessments shall be payable in equal annual installments extending over a period of: ## Assessment ## Amount ## Assessment Term (Years) Under $500 1 $500 to $2,500 5 $2,501 to $5,000 10 Over $5,000 15 or more The first of the installments to be payable on or before the first Monday in January 2027 and shall bear interest at the rate of 1 percent over the bond rate. 3. The city clerk, with the assistance of the consulting city engineer, shall forthwith calculate the proper amount to be specially assessed for such improvements against every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land within the district affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and he/she shall file a copy of such proposed assessment in his/her office for public inspection. 4. The clerk shall upon the completion of such proposed assessment, notify the Council thereof. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11th day of May, 2026. 22 ## Shanon A. Nowell ## ATTEST: Mayor ______ ___________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 23 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSEMENT FOR 2026 ## NORTH FOURTH STREET IMPROVEMENTS FROM CHATHAM TO SKARO STREET WHEREAS, by a resolution passed by the Council on May 11, 2026, the city clerk was directed to prepare a proposed assessment of the cost of improving North Fourth Street from Chatham to Skaro Street, by construction of storm sewer, curb & gutter, walk, and hard surfaced street, sanitary sewer and water main construction; and WHEREAS, the clerk has notified the council that such proposed assessment has been completed and filed in his/her office for public inspection. ## NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF SAINT PETER, ## MINNESOTA: 1. A hearing shall be held at 7:00 p.m. on June 8, 2026, in the Council Chambers in the Governors Room of the Community Center, 600 South Fifth Street to pass upon such proposed assessment. All persons owning property affected by such improvement will be given an opportunity to be heard with reference to such assessment. 2. The city clerk is hereby directed to cause a notice of the hearing on the proposed assessment to be published once in the official newspaper at least two weeks prior to the hearing, and he/she shall state in the notice the total cost of the improvement. He/She shall also cause mailed notice to be given to the owner of each parcel described in the assessment roll not less than two weeks prior to the hearing. 3. The owner of any property so assessed may, at any time prior to certification of the assessment to the county auditor, pay the whole of the assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of payment, to the City Finance Director, except that no interest shall be charged if the entire assessment is paid within 30 days from the adoption of the assessment. An owner may, at any time, thereafter, pay to the City Finance Director the entire amount of the assessment remaining unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the year in which such payment is made. Such payment must be made before November 15, or interest will be charged through December 31 of the succeeding year. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11 th day of May 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ATTEST: Mayor ________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 24 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Pete Moulton ## Public Works Director RE: 2026 North 4 th ## Street Improvements from Chatham Street to Skaro Street Bid ## Award ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Award the bid for the 2026 North 4 th ## Street Improvements from Chatham Street to Skaro Street to Holtmeier Construction of Mankato, Minnesota in the amount of $769,404.18. ## BACKGROUND City staff, working with our City Engineer designed improvements for North 4 th Street from Chatham Street to Skaro Street. The project includes improving outdated sanitary sewer, upgrading watermain and services, improving stormwater and drainage issues, removing and replacing asphalt street surface and reconstructing curb, gutter, and sidewalk. As required by State Statute and the City’s purchasing policy, six bids were received as follows: ## Bidder Total Cost ## Holtmeier Construction Inc. $769,404.18 ## Bromeling Excavating, Inc. $901,792.20 Ryan contracting Company $911,104.50 ## GM Contracting, Inc. $945,129.26 ## BCM Construction, Inc. $977,888.00 ## Pember Companies, Inc. $1,107,277.75 ## Engineer’s Estimate $936,938.00 Construction is proposed to begin after the outdoor pool closes and to be completed by October 31, 2026. The City has worked with Holtmeier Construction on previous projects, and they deliver a quality product. It is recommended that the City Council award the bid to Holtmeier Construction of Mankato, Minnesota. ## FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for the improvements will come from property owner assessments and the City’s general fund, water, wastewater, and stormwater budgets. Ultimately this project will be financed. 25 ## ALTNERATIVES AND VARIATIONS: Do not act: No further action will be taken without additional direction from the City Council. Negative Vote: The bid will not be awarded. Should the Council choose not to move forward with this project, it is recommended the bids be formally rejected. Modification of the Resolution: This is always an option of the City Council. Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions or concerns on this agenda item. 26 ## \\MANKATO5\H\STPE\25X141381000\1_CORRES\C_TO OTHERS\141381 RECOMMENDATION LTR.DOCX ## 1960 Premier Drive ## Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: (507) 625-4171 ## Bolton-Menk.com April 23, 2026 ## Pete Moulton ## Public Works Director ## City of Saint Peter ## 405 W. St. Julien Street ## Saint Peter, MN 56082 ## RE: 2026 N 4 th ## Street Improvements (Chatham St to Skaro St) ## City of Saint Peter, MN ## BMI Project No. 25X.141381 ## Dear Pete, Bids were received and opened electronically through QuestCDN at the Office of the City Administrator on Thursday, April 23 at 10:00 am for the project referenced above. Six (6) bids were received, and the results of the bids are tabulated below: ## Bidder Bid Amount ## Holtmeier Construction, Inc. $769,404.18 ## Bromeling Excavating, Inc. $901,792.20 ## Ryan Contracting Company $911,104.50 ## GM Contracting, Inc. $945,129.26 ## BCM Construction, Inc. $977,888.00 ## Pember Companies, Inc. $1,107,277.75 ## Engineer’s Estimate $936,938.00 The low bidder for the project is Holtmeier Construction, Inc., from Mankato, Minnesota. The low bid is approximately 18% below the Engineer’s Estimate and the next lowest bid is approximately 17% over the low bid. A detailed bid abstract of all the bids and the engineer’s estimate is attached for your review. Based on past performance on similar projects in previous years, it is our opinion that Holtmeier Construction, Inc., is qualified to perform the work required under this contract. If deemed financially feasible, we hereby recommend that Holtmeier Construction, Inc. be awarded the contract based on the bid contract amount of $769,404.18. Please keep their attached submitted documents for your records. ## Sincerely, Bolton & Menk, Inc. Jeffrey A. Domras, P.E. ## Project Engineer ## Enclosure 27 ## ABSTRACT OF BIDS 2026 NORTH 4TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS (CHATHAM ST TO SKARO ST)CITY OF SAINT PETER, MNBMI PROJECT NO.: 25X.141381 ## BID DATE: 4/23/2026 ## TIME: ## 10:00 AM 1 2 3 ## ITEM ## APPROX. ## NO. ## ITEM ## NOTES ## QUANT. ## UNIT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT 1 ## MOBILIZATION 1 ## LUMP SUM $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $25,117.00 $25,117.00 $65,630.00 $65,630.00 $40,000.00 $40,000.00 2 ## TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 ## LUMP SUM $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $5,650.00 $5,650.00 $4,500.00 $4,500.00 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 3 ## REMOVE CURB & GUTTER 1850 ## LIN FT $3.50 $6,475.00 $2.05 $3,792.50 $4.00 $7,400.00 $4.00 $7,400.00 4 ## REMOVE CONCRETE WALK 8850 ## SQ FT $1.10 $9,735.00 $0.60 $5,310.00 $1.25 $11,062.50 $1.00 $8,850.00 5 ## REMOVE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 110 ## SQ YD $8.00 $880.00 $5.50 $605.00 $10.50 $1,155.00 $10.00 $1,100.00 6 ## SALVAGE & REINSTALL STREET SIGN 11 ## EACH $250.00 $2,750.00 $320.00 $3,520.00 $315.00 $3,465.00 $315.00 $3,465.00 7 ## COMMON EXCAVATION (INCLUDING BITUMINOUS) (P) 2344 ## CU YD $26.00 $60,944.00 $19.15 $44,887.60 $14.10 $33,050.40 $25.00 $58,600.00 8 ## ROCK EXCAVATION 50 ## CU YD $60.00 $3,000.00 $50.00 $2,500.00 $103.00 $5,150.00 $80.00 $4,000.00 9 ## SUBGRADE EXCAVATION (EV) (1) 248 ## CU YD $14.00 $3,472.00 $0.01 $2.48 $14.10 $3,496.80 $15.00 $3,720.00 ## 10 STABILIZING AGGREGATE (CV) (1) 248 ## CU YD $35.00 $8,680.00 $0.01 $2.48 $38.00 $9,424.00 $25.00 $6,200.00 ## 11 TRIAXIAL GEOGRID (1) 1115 ## SQ YD $2.00 $2,230.00 $2.00 $2,230.00 $3.00 $3,345.00 $6.00 $6,690.00 ## 12 AGGREGATE BASE CLASS 5B/5C OR 100% CRUSHED LIMESTONE (P) (CV) 1069 ## CU YD $32.00 $34,208.00 $31.80 $33,994.20 $36.50 $39,018.50 $40.00 $42,760.00 ## 13 TYPE SP 9.5 WEARING COURSE MIXTURE 454 ## TON $95.00 $43,130.00 $85.50 $38,817.00 $85.50 $38,817.00 $85.50 $38,817.00 ## 14 TYPE SP 12.5 NON WEARING COURSE MIXTURE 454 ## TON $88.00 $39,952.00 $71.00 $32,234.00 $71.00 $32,234.00 $71.00 $32,234.00 ## 15 6" SOLID LINE PAINT - WHITE LATEX 330 ## LIN FT $4.00 $1,320.00 $3.05 $1,006.50 $3.50 $1,155.00 $3.50 $1,155.00 ## 16 CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER DESIGN B618 1750 ## LIN FT $20.00 $35,000.00 $19.52 $34,160.00 $19.52 $34,160.00 $23.00 $40,250.00 ## 17 4" CONCRETE WALK 6940 ## SQ FT $7.00 $48,580.00 $6.83 $47,400.20 $5.58 $38,725.20 $6.00 $41,640.00 ## 18 6" CONCRETE WALK 2365 ## SQ FT $15.00 $35,475.00 $16.35 $38,667.75 $15.00 $35,475.00 $10.00 $23,650.00 ## 19 7" CONCRETE VALLEY GUTTER 29 ## SQ YD $85.00 $2,465.00 $96.05 $2,785.45 $91.55 $2,654.95 $110.00 $3,190.00 ## 20 TRUNCATED DOMES 187 ## SQ FT $50.00 $9,350.00 $50.00 $9,350.00 $50.00 $9,350.00 $75.00 $14,025.00 ## 21 DRILL AND GROUT REINF BAR (EPOXY COATED) (2) 140 ## EACH $15.00 $2,100.00 $15.00 $2,100.00 $15.00 $2,100.00 $15.00 $2,100.00 ## 22 5.5" CONCRETE DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 55 ## SQ YD $70.00 $3,850.00 $103.15 $5,673.25 $91.55 $5,035.25 $88.00 $4,840.00 ## 23 7" CONCRETE DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 22 ## SQ YD $85.00 $1,870.00 $103.15 $2,269.30 $91.55 $2,014.10 $95.00 $2,090.00 ## 24 BITUMINOUS DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 5 ## SQ YD $60.00 $300.00 $73.10 $365.50 $55.00 $275.00 $65.00 $325.00 ## 25 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW (LV) 630 ## CU YD $25.00 $15,750.00 $0.01 $6.30 $39.00 $24,570.00 $40.00 $25,200.00 ## 26 PERMANENT TURF ESTABLISHMENT 2900 ## SQ YD $2.50 $7,250.00 $3.60 $10,440.00 $3.60 $10,440.00 $3.75 $10,875.00 ## 27 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION 30 ## EACH $200.00 $6,000.00 $160.00 $4,800.00 $155.00 $4,650.00 $160.00 $4,800.00 ## 28 STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION EXIT 1 ## LUMP SUM $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 ## 29 CURB SEDIMENT FILTER 16 ## EACH $300.00 $4,800.00 $24.00 $384.00 $24.00 $384.00 $24.00 $384.00 ## 30 REMOVE SANITARY MANHOLE (INCLUDES CASTING) 2 ## EACH $400.00 $800.00 $375.00 $750.00 $760.00 $1,520.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 ## 31 CONNECT TO EXISTING SANITARY SEWER 5 ## EACH $1,400.00 $7,000.00 $1,088.70 $5,443.50 $1,500.00 $7,500.00 $4,000.00 $20,000.00 ## 32 CONSTRUCT SANITARY MANHOLE DES 4007C 18.8 ## LIN FT $750.00 $14,100.00 $506.75 $9,526.90 $625.00 $11,750.00 $500.00 $9,400.00 ## 33 SANITARY SEWER CASTING ASSEMBLY W/ CHIMNEY SEAL 2 ## EACH $1,150.00 $2,300.00 $1,893.00 $3,786.00 $1,500.00 $3,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 ## 34 10" PVC SANITARY SEWER 912 ## LIN FT $70.00 $63,840.00 $51.00 $46,512.00 $75.00 $68,400.00 $65.00 $59,280.00 ## 35 10" X 4" SANITARY WYE 8 ## EACH $500.00 $4,000.00 $725.90 $5,807.20 $435.00 $3,480.00 $600.00 $4,800.00 ## 36 4" PVC SANITARY SERVICE PIPE 260 ## LIN FT $45.00 $11,700.00 $30.70 $7,982.00 $50.00 $13,000.00 $40.00 $10,400.00 ## 37 TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE 1 ## LUMP SUM $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $8,300.00 $8,300.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 ## 38 REMOVE GATE VALVE & BOX 5 ## EACH $400.00 $2,000.00 $50.00 $250.00 $350.00 $1,750.00 $600.00 $3,000.00 ## Ryan Contracting Company Bromeling Excavating, Inc. ## Mankato, MN Holtmeier Construction, Inc. ## Mankato, MN Engineer's EstimateBolton & Menk, Inc. ## Elko, MN 28 ## ABSTRACT OF BIDS 2026 NORTH 4TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS (CHATHAM ST TO SKARO ST)CITY OF SAINT PETER, MNBMI PROJECT NO.: 25X.141381 ## BID DATE: 4/23/2026 ## TIME: ## 10:00 AM 1 2 3 ## ITEM ## APPROX. ## NO. ## ITEM ## NOTES ## QUANT. ## UNIT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## Ryan Contracting Company Bromeling Excavating, Inc. ## Mankato, MN Holtmeier Construction, Inc. ## Mankato, MN Engineer's EstimateBolton & Menk, Inc. ## Elko, MN ## 39 REMOVE HYDRANT 1 ## EACH $350.00 $350.00 $125.00 $125.00 $350.00 $350.00 $600.00 $600.00 ## 40 CONNECT TO EXISTING WATERMAIN 5 ## EACH $1,200.00 $6,000.00 $1,656.85 $8,284.25 $2,000.00 $10,000.00 $3,000.00 $15,000.00 ## 41 4" GATE VALVE & BOX 3 ## EACH $2,400.00 $7,200.00 $2,003.45 $6,010.35 $2,500.00 $7,500.00 $3,000.00 $9,000.00 ## 42 6" GATE VALVE & BOX 4 ## EACH $2,600.00 $10,400.00 $2,539.80 $10,159.20 $2,800.00 $11,200.00 $3,200.00 $12,800.00 ## 43 8" GATE VALVE & BOX 1 ## EACH $3,400.00 $3,400.00 $3,534.55 $3,534.55 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 ## 44 HYDRANT (8.0' BURY DEPTH) 2 ## EACH $6,300.00 $12,600.00 $6,617.30 $13,234.60 $6,800.00 $13,600.00 $7,000.00 $14,000.00 ## 45 4" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 56 ## LIN FT $80.00 $4,480.00 $87.00 $4,872.00 $60.00 $3,360.00 $80.00 $4,480.00 ## 46 6" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 54 ## LIN FT $80.00 $4,320.00 $76.55 $4,133.70 $62.00 $3,348.00 $83.00 $4,482.00 ## 47 8" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 882 ## LIN FT $85.00 $74,970.00 $80.05 $70,604.10 $65.00 $57,330.00 $85.00 $74,970.00 ## 48 1" CURB STOP & BOX 4 ## EACH $400.00 $1,600.00 $571.70 $2,286.80 $500.00 $2,000.00 $800.00 $3,200.00 ## 49 1" CORPORATION STOP 9 ## EACH $350.00 $3,150.00 $274.55 $2,470.95 $650.00 $5,850.00 $600.00 $5,400.00 ## 50 1" WATER SERVICE PIPE 300 ## LIN FT $50.00 $15,000.00 $43.45 $13,035.00 $54.00 $16,200.00 $40.00 $12,000.00 ## 51 4" POLYSTYRENE INSULATION (1) 12 ## SQ YD $35.00 $420.00 $57.05 $684.60 $45.00 $540.00 $50.00 $600.00 ## 52 WATERMAIN FITTINGS 1050 ## POUND $14.00 $14,700.00 $16.65 $17,482.50 $12.85 $13,492.50 $11.00 $11,550.00 ## 53 REMOVE DRAINAGE STRUCTURE (INCLUDES CASTING) 15 ## EACH $350.00 $5,250.00 $250.00 $3,750.00 $525.00 $7,875.00 $600.00 $9,000.00 ## 54 CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER STRUCTURE 2 ## EACH $1,500.00 $3,000.00 $1,225.00 $2,450.00 $1,600.00 $3,200.00 $4,000.00 $8,000.00 ## 55 CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER PIPE 4 ## EACH $750.00 $3,000.00 $1,550.00 $6,200.00 $2,500.00 $10,000.00 $2,000.00 $8,000.00 ## 56 12" RC PIPE SEWER 365 ## LIN FT $45.00 $16,425.00 $56.10 $20,476.50 $55.00 $20,075.00 $60.00 $21,900.00 ## 57 15" RC PIPE SEWER 125 ## LIN FT $55.00 $6,875.00 $61.90 $7,737.50 $58.00 $7,250.00 $66.00 $8,250.00 ## 58 18" RC PIPE SEWER 55 ## LIN FT $65.00 $3,575.00 $63.00 $3,465.00 $60.00 $3,300.00 $75.00 $4,125.00 ## 59 24" RC PIPE SEWER 360 ## LIN FT $86.00 $30,960.00 $66.00 $23,760.00 $68.00 $24,480.00 $90.00 $32,400.00 ## 60 54" RC PIPE SEWER 90 ## LIN FT $550.00 $49,500.00 $269.90 $24,291.00 $330.00 $29,700.00 $325.00 $29,250.00 ## 61 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE, DES SD 1 89.1 ## LIN FT $520.00 $46,332.00 $372.40 $33,180.84 $550.00 $49,005.00 $325.00 $28,957.50 ## 62 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE MANHOLE, DESIGN 48-4020 11 ## LIN FT $545.00 $5,995.00 $491.05 $5,401.55 $600.00 $6,600.00 $420.00 $4,620.00 ## 63 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE MANHOLE, DESIGN 60-4020 6.2 ## LIN FT $850.00 $5,270.00 $754.50 $4,677.90 $1,250.00 $7,750.00 $700.00 $4,340.00 ## 64 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE MANHOLE, DESIGN 84-4020 6.8 ## LIN FT $1,450.00 $9,860.00 $1,317.20 $8,956.96 $1,500.00 $10,200.00 $1,300.00 $8,840.00 ## 65 STORM SEWER CASTING ASSEMBLY W/ CHIMNEY SEAL 17 ## EACH $1,000.00 $17,000.00 $1,188.90 $20,211.22 $1,350.00 $22,950.00 $800.00 $13,600.00 ## TOTAL AMOUNT BID: $936,938.00 $769,404.18 $901,792.20 $911,104.50 ## NOTES: ## (P) ## DENOTES PLANNED QUANTITY ## (CV) ## DENOTES COMPACTED VOLUME QUANTITY ## (LV) ## DENOTES LOOSE VOLUME QUANTITY ## (EV) ## DENOTES EXCAVATED VOLUME QUANTITY (1) QUANTITY IS STRICTLY AN ESTIMATE AND MAY BE INCREASED OR DECREASED BY ANY AMOUNT WITHOUT A CHANGE IN THE UNIT PRICE BID. (2) DRILLING & GROUTING REINFORCEMENT BARS SHALL ONLY BE PAID WHEN USED FOR PEDESTRIAN RAMPS AND LANDINGS AS SHOWN INTHE STANDARD PLANS. ALL OTHER REINFORCEMENTS BARS REQUIRED FOR THE VARIOUS ITEMS OF WORK SHALL BE INCIDENTAL. 29 ## ABSTRACT OF BIDS 2026 NORTH 4TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS (CHATHAM ST TO SKARO ST)CITY OF SAINT PETER, MNBMI PROJECT NO.: 25X.141381 ## BID DATE: 4/23/2026 ## TIME: ## 10:00 AM ## ITEM ## APPROX. ## NO. ## ITEM ## NOTES ## QUANT. ## UNIT 1 ## MOBILIZATION 1 ## LUMP SUM 2 ## TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 ## LUMP SUM 3 ## REMOVE CURB & GUTTER 1850 ## LIN FT 4 ## REMOVE CONCRETE WALK 8850 ## SQ FT 5 ## REMOVE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 110 ## SQ YD 6 ## SALVAGE & REINSTALL STREET SIGN 11 ## EACH 7 ## COMMON EXCAVATION (INCLUDING BITUMINOUS) (P) 2344 ## CU YD 8 ## ROCK EXCAVATION 50 ## CU YD 9 ## SUBGRADE EXCAVATION (EV) (1) 248 ## CU YD ## 10 STABILIZING AGGREGATE (CV) (1) 248 ## CU YD ## 11 TRIAXIAL GEOGRID (1) 1115 ## SQ YD ## 12 AGGREGATE BASE CLASS 5B/5C OR 100% CRUSHED LIMESTONE (P) (CV) 1069 ## CU YD ## 13 TYPE SP 9.5 WEARING COURSE MIXTURE 454 ## TON ## 14 TYPE SP 12.5 NON WEARING COURSE MIXTURE 454 ## TON ## 15 6" SOLID LINE PAINT - WHITE LATEX 330 ## LIN FT ## 16 CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER DESIGN B618 1750 ## LIN FT ## 17 4" CONCRETE WALK 6940 ## SQ FT ## 18 6" CONCRETE WALK 2365 ## SQ FT ## 19 7" CONCRETE VALLEY GUTTER 29 ## SQ YD ## 20 TRUNCATED DOMES 187 ## SQ FT ## 21 DRILL AND GROUT REINF BAR (EPOXY COATED) (2) 140 ## EACH ## 22 5.5" CONCRETE DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 55 ## SQ YD ## 23 7" CONCRETE DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 22 ## SQ YD ## 24 BITUMINOUS DRIVEWAY PAVEMENT 5 ## SQ YD ## 25 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW (LV) 630 ## CU YD ## 26 PERMANENT TURF ESTABLISHMENT 2900 ## SQ YD ## 27 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION 30 ## EACH ## 28 STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION EXIT 1 ## LUMP SUM ## 29 CURB SEDIMENT FILTER 16 ## EACH ## 30 REMOVE SANITARY MANHOLE (INCLUDES CASTING) 2 ## EACH ## 31 CONNECT TO EXISTING SANITARY SEWER 5 ## EACH ## 32 CONSTRUCT SANITARY MANHOLE DES 4007C 18.8 ## LIN FT ## 33 SANITARY SEWER CASTING ASSEMBLY W/ CHIMNEY SEAL 2 ## EACH ## 34 10" PVC SANITARY SEWER 912 ## LIN FT ## 35 10" X 4" SANITARY WYE 8 ## EACH ## 36 4" PVC SANITARY SERVICE PIPE 260 ## LIN FT ## 37 TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE 1 ## LUMP SUM ## 38 REMOVE GATE VALVE & BOX 5 ## EACH 4 5 6 ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT $50,724.30 $50,724.30 $44,000.00 $44,000.00 $57,845.00 $57,845.00 $4,150.00 $4,150.00 $4,500.00 $4,500.00 $5,900.00 $5,900.00 $4.95 $9,157.50 $5.00 $9,250.00 $4.35 $8,047.50 $1.69 $14,956.50 $1.50 $13,275.00 $1.60 $14,160.00 $20.24 $2,226.40 $9.00 $990.00 $17.40 $1,914.00 $250.00 $2,750.00 $325.00 $3,575.00 $340.00 $3,740.00 $19.80 $46,411.20 $15.00 $35,160.00 $26.55 $62,233.20 $62.77 $3,138.50 $60.00 $3,000.00 $100.00 $5,000.00 $15.50 $3,844.00 $10.00 $2,480.00 $22.55 $5,592.40 $48.28 $11,973.44 $40.00 $9,920.00 $100.00 $24,800.00 $1.88 $2,096.20 $3.00 $3,345.00 $3.45 $3,846.75 $48.60 $51,953.40 $41.00 $43,829.00 $44.00 $47,036.00 $82.00 $37,228.00 $93.50 $42,449.00 $90.70 $41,177.80 $76.00 $34,504.00 $76.50 $34,731.00 $92.40 $41,949.60 $8.05 $2,656.50 $9.00 $2,970.00 $3.70 $1,221.00 $19.84 $34,720.00 $22.00 $38,500.00 $21.20 $37,100.00 $7.18 $49,829.20 $8.25 $57,255.00 $7.15 $49,621.00 $18.36 $43,421.40 $18.60 $43,989.00 $9.50 $22,467.50 $93.07 $2,699.03 $110.00 $3,190.00 $87.00 $2,523.00 $50.83 $9,505.21 $53.00 $9,911.00 $55.00 $10,285.00 $15.25 $2,135.00 $16.00 $2,240.00 $6.45 $903.00 $93.07 $5,118.85 $118.00 $6,490.00 $96.00 $5,280.00 $93.07 $2,047.54 $118.00 $2,596.00 $106.25 $2,337.50 $40.00 $200.00 $150.00 $750.00 $109.50 $547.50 $60.22 $37,938.60 $27.00 $17,010.00 $51.50 $32,445.00 $2.56 $7,424.00 $4.00 $11,600.00 $4.15 $12,035.00 $169.06 $5,071.80 $100.00 $3,000.00 $135.00 $4,050.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $24.00 $384.00 $25.00 $400.00 $100.00 $1,600.00 $479.27 $958.54 $325.00 $650.00 $835.00 $1,670.00 $846.74 $4,233.70 $1,000.00 $5,000.00 $1,200.00 $6,000.00 $380.98 $7,162.42 $540.00 $10,152.00 $465.00 $8,742.00 $1,206.01 $2,412.02 $1,600.00 $3,200.00 $1,500.00 $3,000.00 $71.62 $65,317.44 $81.00 $73,872.00 $101.00 $92,112.00 $856.94 $6,855.52 $600.00 $4,800.00 $680.00 $5,440.00 $85.65 $22,269.00 $58.00 $15,080.00 $79.00 $20,540.00 $11,988.75 $11,988.75 $8,000.00 $8,000.00 $10,500.00 $10,500.00 $335.50 $1,677.50 $350.00 $1,750.00 $135.00 $675.00 GM Contracting, Inc. ## Lake Crystal, MN BCM Construction, Inc. ## Faribault, MN Pember Companies, Inc. ## Menomonie, WI 30 ## ABSTRACT OF BIDS 2026 NORTH 4TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS (CHATHAM ST TO SKARO ST)CITY OF SAINT PETER, MNBMI PROJECT NO.: 25X.141381 ## BID DATE: 4/23/2026 ## TIME: ## 10:00 AM ## ITEM ## APPROX. ## NO. ## ITEM ## NOTES ## QUANT. ## UNIT ## 39 REMOVE HYDRANT 1 ## EACH ## 40 CONNECT TO EXISTING WATERMAIN 5 ## EACH ## 41 4" GATE VALVE & BOX 3 ## EACH ## 42 6" GATE VALVE & BOX 4 ## EACH ## 43 8" GATE VALVE & BOX 1 ## EACH ## 44 HYDRANT (8.0' BURY DEPTH) 2 ## EACH ## 45 4" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 56 ## LIN FT ## 46 6" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 54 ## LIN FT ## 47 8" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 882 ## LIN FT ## 48 1" CURB STOP & BOX 4 ## EACH ## 49 1" CORPORATION STOP 9 ## EACH ## 50 1" WATER SERVICE PIPE 300 ## LIN FT ## 51 4" POLYSTYRENE INSULATION (1) 12 ## SQ YD ## 52 WATERMAIN FITTINGS 1050 ## POUND ## 53 REMOVE DRAINAGE STRUCTURE (INCLUDES CASTING) 15 ## EACH ## 54 CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER STRUCTURE 2 ## EACH ## 55 CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER PIPE 4 ## EACH ## 56 12" RC PIPE SEWER 365 ## LIN FT ## 57 15" RC PIPE SEWER 125 ## LIN FT ## 58 18" RC PIPE SEWER 55 ## LIN FT ## 59 24" RC PIPE SEWER 360 ## LIN FT ## 60 54" RC PIPE SEWER 90 ## LIN FT ## 61 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE STRUCTURE, DES SD 1 89.1 ## LIN FT ## 62 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE MANHOLE, DESIGN 48-4020 11 ## LIN FT ## 63 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE MANHOLE, DESIGN 60-4020 6.2 ## LIN FT ## 64 CONSTRUCT DRAINAGE MANHOLE, DESIGN 84-4020 6.8 ## LIN FT ## 65 STORM SEWER CASTING ASSEMBLY W/ CHIMNEY SEAL 17 ## EACH ## TOTAL AMOUNT BID: ## NOTES: ## (P) ## DENOTES PLANNED QUANTITY ## (CV) ## DENOTES COMPACTED VOLUME QUANTITY ## (LV) ## DENOTES LOOSE VOLUME QUANTITY ## (EV) ## DENOTES EXCAVATED VOLUME QUANTITY (1) QUANTITY IS STRICTLY AN ESTIMATE AND MAY BE INCREASED OR DECREASED BY ANY AMOUNT WITHOUT A CHANGE IN THE UNIT PRICE BID. (2) DRILLING & GROUTING REINFORCEMENT BARS SHALL ONLY BE PAID WHEN USED FOR PEDESTRIAN RAMPS AND LANDINGS AS SHOWN INTHE STANDARD PLANS. ALL OTHER REINFORCEMENTS BARS REQUIRED FOR THE VARIOUS ITEMS OF WORK SHALL BE INCIDENTAL. 4 5 6 ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT ## UNIT PRICE ## AMOUNT GM Contracting, Inc. ## Lake Crystal, MN BCM Construction, Inc. ## Faribault, MN Pember Companies, Inc. ## Menomonie, WI $479.27 $479.27 $425.00 $425.00 $670.00 $670.00 $1,268.70 $6,343.50 $1,500.00 $7,500.00 $2,240.00 $11,200.00 $2,516.09 $7,548.27 $2,100.00 $6,300.00 $2,205.00 $6,615.00 $2,830.73 $11,322.92 $2,500.00 $10,000.00 $2,615.00 $10,460.00 $3,625.87 $3,625.87 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 $3,540.00 $3,540.00 $6,297.34 $12,594.68 $7,000.00 $14,000.00 $7,050.00 $14,100.00 $66.77 $3,739.12 $130.00 $7,280.00 $115.00 $6,440.00 $57.14 $3,085.56 $120.00 $6,480.00 $104.00 $5,616.00 $70.32 $62,022.24 $98.00 $86,436.00 $118.00 $104,076.00 $836.79 $3,347.16 $575.00 $2,300.00 $595.00 $2,380.00 $591.50 $5,323.50 $280.00 $2,520.00 $355.00 $3,195.00 $48.59 $14,577.00 $73.00 $21,900.00 $79.00 $23,700.00 $64.24 $770.88 $86.00 $1,032.00 $86.25 $1,035.00 $20.52 $21,546.00 $15.50 $16,275.00 $16.00 $16,800.00 $447.32 $6,709.80 $325.00 $4,875.00 $595.00 $8,925.00 $958.57 $1,917.14 $1,850.00 $3,700.00 $915.00 $1,830.00 $958.54 $3,834.16 $1,000.00 $4,000.00 $1,600.00 $6,400.00 $57.18 $20,870.70 $85.00 $31,025.00 $99.00 $36,135.00 $62.39 $7,798.75 $89.00 $11,125.00 $112.00 $14,000.00 $63.67 $3,501.85 $100.00 $5,500.00 $120.00 $6,600.00 $81.21 $29,235.60 $102.00 $36,720.00 $134.00 $48,240.00 $249.02 $22,411.80 $370.00 $33,300.00 $475.00 $42,750.00 $528.60 $47,098.26 $410.00 $36,531.00 $380.00 $33,858.00 $623.24 $6,855.64 $530.00 $5,830.00 $515.00 $5,665.00 $880.98 $5,462.08 $775.00 $4,805.00 $780.00 $4,836.00 $1,225.02 $8,330.14 $1,900.00 $12,920.00 $1,400.00 $9,520.00 $1,302.23 $22,137.91 $1,600.00 $27,200.00 $1,315.00 $22,355.00 $945,129.26 $977,888.00 $1,107,277.75 31 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION AWARDING BID FOR 2026 NORTH 4 ## TH ## STREET IMPROVEMENTS ## FROM CHATHAM STREET TO SKARO STREET WHEREAS, when needed, the City reconstructs sections of streets, watermain, storm and sanitary sewer within the community; and WHEREAS, improvements include improving outdated sanitary sewer, upgrading watermain and services, improving stormwater and drainage issues, removing and replacing asphalt street surface, and reconstructing curb and gutter and sidewalk; and WHEREAS, formal bids were requested and six were received; including ## Bidder Total Cost ## Holtmeier Construction Inc. $769,404.18 ## Bromeling Excavating, Inc. $901,792.20 Ryan contracting Company $911,104.50 ## GM Contracting, Inc. $945,129.26 ## BCM Construction, Inc. $977,888.00 ## Pember Companies, Inc. $1,107,277.75 ## Engineer’s Estimate $936,938.00 ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT ## PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. The City Council hereby awards the bid for the 2026 North 4 th ## Street Improvements from Chatham Street to Skaro Street Bid Award to Holtmeier Construction of Mankato, Minnesota in the amount of $769,404.18. 2. Funding for the improvements will come from property owner assessments and the City’s general fund, water, wastewater, and stormwater budgets. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11 th day of May 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ATTEST: Mayor ________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 32 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator FROM: Pete Moulton Curtis Thompson Public Works Director Water Resources Superintendent RE: Minnesota River – Mankato One Watershed One Plan Joint Powers Agreement ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Authorize the execution of the Minnesota River - Mankato One Watershed One Plan Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan Joint Powers Agreement. ## BACKGROUND On March 11, 2024 the Council approved a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the City to enter into the Minnesota River-Mankato One Watershed One Plan Comprehensive Watershed Management planning process. Since this time City staff and Councilmembers have been working collaboratively with other cities, counties, and Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) to create a comprehensive plan that can help identify and secure funding for projects to address and improve water quality in our area. This plan will provide direction and help guide the coordinated implementation of projects for the next 10 years. The plan highlights priority resources, sets measurable watershed goals, and provides strategies and actions to address the concerns. Parties to this Agreement have a common interest and/or statutory authority to implement the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan to conserve soil and water resources through the implementation of practices, programs, and regulatory controls that effectively control or prevent erosion, sedimentation, siltation and related pollution in order to preserve natural resources, ensure continued soil health and productivity, protect water quality, reduce flood risk and associated damages, preserve wildlife, protect the tax base, and protect public lands and waters. This collaboration agreement will help facilitate the implementation of the plan, address water quality, flooding, and erosion across statutory boundaries. This agreement enables joint projects, funding, and formally lays out the framework for the work. Through the joint powers collaboration agreement there is no new government entity formed therefore it does not override local authority or change any zoning or ordinances. This plan can be very beneficial for Saint Peter when it comes to identifying, applying for funding, and completing projects including stormwater management which is identified as a major focus of the plan. This agreement allows for great potential while allowing the City flexibility with the option to opt out at any time with 60-day notice if it is deemed no longer beneficial. 33 I recommend approving the attached agreement and moving forward to submit, adopt and ## implement the Minnesota River-Mankato One Watershed One Plan Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. Please find the plan here https://www.nicolletswcd.org/ . ## FISCAL IMPACT: Currently the cost is limited to the time to attend and participate in meetings. In the future, there may be financial commitments with potential dues not to exceed $2,500 per year and cost share commitments if we are selected for grant funding to complete projects. Any cost share and projects would be part of your planning and budget process. ## ALTERNATIVES/VARIATIONS: Do Not Act: The City will potentially miss deadlines set forth, thus opting out of the process. Negative Vote: The City will opt-out of the One Watershed One Plan planning process. Modification of the Resolution: This is always an option of the City Council. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this agenda item. ## PM/CT 34 ## MINNESOTA RIVER – MANKATO ## COMPREHENSIVE WATERSHED ## MANAGEMENT PLAN JOINT POWERS ## AGREEMENT This Joint Powers Agreement [hereinafter “Agreement”] is made and entered into by and between the following P arties (sometimes referred to as members): The Counties of Blue Earth, Nicollet, and Le Sueur by and through their respective County Board of Commissioners; and The Blue Earth, Nicollet, and Le Sueur Soil and Water Conservation Districts, by and through their ## respective Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors; and The Cities of Lake Crystal, North Mankato, Mankato, and Saint Peter, by and through their respective City Councils and Administrators. WHEREAS, the Counties of this Agreement are political subdivisions of the State of Minnesota, with authority to carry out environmental programs and land use controls, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 375 and as otherwise provided by law; and WHEREAS, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts [hereinafter “SWCD”s ] of this Agreement are political subdivisions of the State of Minnesota, with statutory authority to provide technical assistance to landowners and carry out erosion control and other soil and water conservation programs, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103C and as otherwise provided by law; and WHEREAS, the Cities to this Agreement are political subdivisions of the State of Minnesota and consist of a combination of Charter Cities authorized under Minnesota Chapter 410 and their respective Charters and Statutory Cities authorized under Minnesota Chapter 412, with authority under Minnesota Statutes and their respective Charters, to provide a wide range of services for benefit of their citizens and communities, these powers include the power of each city to enter into this joint powers Agreement for the benefit of the city. WHEREAS, the Parties to this Agreement have a common interest and/or statutory authority to implement the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan to conserve soil and water resources through the implementation of practices, programs, and regulatory controls that effectively control or prevent erosion, sedimentation, siltation and related pollution in order to preserve natural resources, ensure continued soil health and productivity, protect water quality, reduce flood risk and associated damages, preserve wildlife, protect the tax base, and protect public lands and waters; and WHEREAS, with matters that relate to coordination of water management authorities pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapters 103B, 103C, and 103D with public drainage systems pursuant to 35 Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103E, this Agreement does not change the rights or obligations of the public drainage system authorities. WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 103B.101, subdivision 14, the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources [hereinafter “BWSR”] “may adopt resolutions, policies, or orders that allow a comprehensive plan, local water management plan, or watershed management plan, developed or amended, approved and adopted, according to chapter 103B, 103C, or 103D, to serve as substitutes for one another or be replaced with a comprehensive watershed management plan.” WHEREAS, the Parties previously entered into a Memorandum of Agreement to develop a plan pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 103B.801, Comprehensive Watershed Management Planning. The Memorandum of Agreement is set to expire June 30, 2026. This Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan Joint Powers Agreement does not alter the terms or obligations set forth in the Memorandum of Agreement. WHEREAS, it is understood by all the Parties to this Agreement that the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan does not replace or supplant local land use, planning, or zoning authority, but, instead, provides a framework to provide increased opportunities for cooperation and consistency on a watershed basis, and to allow local governments to cooperatively work together to implement projects with the highest return on investment for improving water quality/quantity issues on a watershed basis. WHEREAS, the Parties have formed this Agreement for the specific goal of implementing the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 103B.801. NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Purpose of the Agreement: The Parties to this Agreement recognize the importance of partnerships to implement protection and restoration efforts for the Minnesota River - Mankato Watershed Planning area (see Attachment A with a map of the planning area) on a cooperative and collaborative basis together under this Agreement pursuant of the authority contained in Minnesota Statutes Section 471.59. The purpose of this Agreement is to collectively implement, as local government units, the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan while providing assurances that decision-making spanning political boundaries is supported by an in-writing commitment from participants. This Agreement does not establish a Joint Powers Entity but sets the terms and provisions by which the Parties “may jointly or cooperatively exercise any power common to the contracting P arties or any similar powers, including those which are the same except for the territorial limits within which they may be exercised.” Minn. Stat. § 471.59. As is permitted under Minnesota Statutes Section 471.59, the Parties agree that under this Agreement, and as agreed upon and recommended by the Policy Advisory Committee, one or more of the Parties may exercise any power common to them on behalf of the other participating units. This Agreement may include a financial obligation and the ability to share 36 resources. Parties signing this Agreement will be collectively referred to as the Minnesota River - Mankato Watershed Collaboration [hereinafter “MR-MWC”]. 2. Term: This Agreement is effective upon signature of all Parties, in consideration of the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources operating procedures; and will remain in effect until canceled according to the provisions of this Agreement or earlier terminated by law. 3. Qualifying Party: A SWCD, County, or City authorized to carry out water planning and resource management responsibilities and that is located within the Minnesota River – Mankato Watershed is eligible to become a party to this Agreement. To become a party, the SWCD, County, or City desiring to join as a party shall first adopt the Plan. 4. Adding Additional Parties: A qualifying party within the Minnesota River - Mankato Watershed Planning area desiring to become a member of this Agreement shall indicate its intent by adoption of a resolution that includes a request to the Policy Advisory Committee to join the MR-MWC. In addition to the resolution, a qualifying party shall submit the name and contact information of the representatives appointed by the local government unit that will serve on the Policy Advisory Committee. The request of the qualifying party to become a member shall be presented for consideration of the governing bodies of the existing Parties after the request is considered by the Policy Advisory Committee. The joining party agrees to abide by the terms and conditions of the Agreement, including but not limited to the bylaws, policies and procedures adopted by the Policy ## Advisory Committee 5. Withdrawal of Parties: A party desiring to leave the membership of the MR-MWC shall indicate its intent, in writing, to the Policy Advisory Committee in the form of an official board resolution adopted by the withdrawing party’s governing body. Notice must be made at least 60 days in advance of leaving the Agreement. Any party that leaves the membership of the Agreement remains obligated to comply with the terms of any grants the MR-MWC has at the time of the party’s notice to leave membership and remains obligated to comply with the grant terms until the grant has expired or has been closed out. ## 6. General Provisions: a. Compliance with Laws/Standards: The Parties agree to abide by all federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, rules, and regulations now in effect, or hereafter adopted, pertaining to this Agreement, or to the facilities, programs, and staff for which the Agreement is responsible. b. Indemnification: Each party to this Agreement shall be liable for the acts of its officers, employees or agents and the results thereof to the extent authorized or limited by law and shall not be responsible for the acts of any other party, or their officers, employees or agents. ## The 37 provisions of the Municipal Tort Claims Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 466 and other applicable laws govern liability of the Parties. To the full extent permitted by law, actions by the Parties, their respective officers, employees, and agents pursuant to this Agreement are intended to be and shall be construed as a “cooperative activity.” It is the intent of the Parties that they shall be deemed a “single governmental unit” for the purpose of liability, as set forth in Minnesota Statutes Section 471.59, subd. 1a(a), and this is not intended to create any liability or exposure of one party for the acts or omissions of any other party. c. Employee Status: The P arties agree that respective employees or agents of each party shall remain the employees or agents of each individual respective party and shall not be considered employees of any other party or of the collaborative, and shall not be entitled to any compensation, rights or benefits of any kind from any other party or from the collaborative. d. Records Retention and Data Practices: The Parties agree that each respective party will be responsible for complying with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13), and the Official Records Act (Minn. Stat. § 15.17) for the data collected, created, received, maintained, disseminated or stored by each respective party pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. If this Agreement is terminated, all records will be turned over to the Fiscal Agent for continued retention. e. Timeliness: The Parties agree to perform obligations under this Agreement in a timely manner and keep each other informed about any delays that may occur. f. Termination: This Agreement will remain in full force and effect until canceled by all Parties through resolutions executed by the governing body of each member, unless otherwise terminated in accordance with law or other provisions of this Agreement. If termination should occur any remaining assets shall be disbursed as follows: 1) assets that have been purchased with grant funding wherein the Agreement requires tracing of the asset and specific disposal requirements shall be disposed of in accord with the funding Agreement; 2) remaining assets shall be liquidated and any monies shall first be applied to any debt or obligation remaining; 3) after satisfaction of any debt or obligation the remaining assets shall be divided in proportion to total contributions to the then remaining Parties to the Agreement. g. Amendment: Any proposed amendments to this Agreement may be initiated by the Policy Advisory Committee. If the Policy Advisory Committee approves the amendment by a simple majority vote (50 percent plus one of the total committee membership), the Policy Advisory Committee may send the amendment to the Parties' governing bodies for consideration. Amendments shall be acted upon by the Parties within 90 days of referral. No amendment to this Agreement is effective until all Parties' governing boards have approved the amendment. 38 h. Dispute Resolution: If a dispute arises out of or relates to this Agreement, or the alleged breach thereof, and if the Parties to the dispute are unable to resolve the issue through good faith discussions, the Parties agree to use mediation services to attempt to resolve the dispute. The Parties shall work cooperatively to select a mediator within 30 days of notice of the dispute, the cost of which shall be shared equally among the Parties to the dispute. If mediation fails to resolve a dispute between Parties, then the Parties will resolve the dispute through litigation. i. Notices: In addition to any notice required under applicable law to be given in another manner, any notices required under this Agreement must be in writing and shall be sufficient if personally served or sent by prepaid, registered, or certified mail (returned receipt requested), to the business address of the Authorized Representative to whom it is directed. j. Binding Effect and Modification: This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties. No change or modification of the terms or provisions of this Agreement shall be binding on the Parties unless such change or modification is in writing, has been approved by the Policy Advisory Committee, approved by all Parties’ governing bodies, and signed by the authorized official of each Party. k. Minnesota Law Governs: The laws of the state of Minnesota shall govern this Agreement and the appropriate venue and jurisdiction for any ligation that may arise under this Agreement will be in the courts located in the State of Minnesota. l. No Third-Party Beneficiary Rights: Nothing in this Agreement is intended or may be construed to create third party beneficiary rights or to give any person or entity, other than the Parties, any legal or equitable right, remedy, or claim under this Agreement. m. No Assignment: No Party to this Agreement shall assign, delegate, or transfer any rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other Parties. n. Membership Dues: Local funding may be provided by establishing a “membership dues” system payable by January 31 st of each year. The amount of membership dues will be based on a flat rate amount, not to exceed $2,500 per entity, established in the by-laws that are approved by the PAC. 7. Administration: a. Establishment of Committees for Implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan: Committees will be established to carry out the coordinated implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. A committee must include at least one Policy Advisory Committee Member or Local Implementation Work Group Member or proxy. The committee should also include other related service providers and subject matter experts. The P arties agree to establish, 39 under this Agreement, a Policy Advisory Committee, Technical Advisory Committee and a Local Implementation Work Group. Additional committees may be created to review and examine specific issues, topics of concern, and carry out implementation of this plan. i. The Policy Advisory Committee: The P arties agree to establish a Policy Advisory Committee [hereinafter “PAC”] for the purpose of implementing the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. The PAC will operate cooperatively and collaboratively, but not as a separate entity. Each governing entity shall appoint one representative, who must be an elected member of each governing entity to the PAC. Each governing entity may choose to appoint one alternate to serve on the PAC appointed member. PAC members agree to keep their respective governing entities regularly informed on the implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. Each representative shall have one vote, subject to the authority delegated by their respective governing entity. The PAC will establish bylaws to describe the functions and operations of all committees. Once established, the PAC will follow the bylaws adopted and have the power to modify the bylaws. The PAC will meet as needed, but no less than bi-annually, to advise implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Watershed Management workplan. Each member of the PAC, subject to the authority delegated by their respective governing body, shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Party they represent in all matters relevant to the implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan, including but not limited to, the recommendation to approve grant applications, grant Agreements, interim reports, payment of invoices, and entering into professional contracts. The PAC shall also approve an annual work plan and annual budget consisting of an itemized statement of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan, revenues and expenses for the ensuing calendar year. The annual work plan and annual budget shall be presented to the Parties’ respective governing bodies for approval. ii. Technical Advisory Committee: The PAC and Local Implementation Work Group shall utilize a Technical Advisory Committee [hereinafter “TAC”] to assist with developing workplans, measuring results, and providing recommendations for plan implementation efforts. Meetings will be held as needed but shall occur at least once per year. Invited participants to TAC meetings shall include, but are not limited to: staff from State Agencies, other local Government Units with the Watershed Boundary, and nonprofits. iii. The Local Implementation Work Group: The Parties agree to establish a Local Implementation Work Group [hereinafter “LIWG”], which shall consist of, but not limited to, local staff, including local county staff, local city staff, local SWCD staff, and BWSR staff for the purposes of logistical, and day-to-day decision-making in the implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. The LIWG shall prepare a draft annual work plan and budget consisting of an itemized statement of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan revenues and expenses for the ensuing calendar year which shall be presented to the Policy Advisory Committee for review. The Local Implementation Work Group will meet as needed but shall 40 meet at least quarterly each year. 8. Implementation of the Plan. The Parties agree to adopt and begin implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan within 120 days of state approval and provide notice of plan adoption pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapters 103B and 103D. 9. Fiscal Agent: The PAC shall appoint one of the P arties to the Agreement to be the Fiscal Agent. The appointed Fiscal Agent agrees to: a. Accept all responsibilities associated with any grant A greements executed by the Fiscal Agent for the implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. b. Perform financial transactions as part of any executed grant A greement and contract implementation. c. Provide strict accountability of all funds, report all receipts and disbursements, and annually provide a full and complete audit report of the grant. d. Provide the PAC with the records necessary to describe the financial condition of the grant Agreement. e. Include the grant information on the Fiscal Agent’s website. f. Retain fiscal records consistent with the Fiscal Agent’s records retention schedule ( See Section 6.d.). g. Perform any other duties as assigned. h. The Fiscal Agent on behalf of the MR-MWC may enter into Agreements with one or more of the members, or select a contractor, to carry out additional roles that may be needed for plan implementation efforts which include but are not limited to Education/Outreach, Project Coordinator, and Technical Assistance/Engineering. 10. Plan Administration: The PAC shall appoint, annually, one of the P arties to the Agreement to be the Plan Coordinator, being the point of contact for, and handling of the day-to-day administrative work of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. The appointed Plan Coordinator agrees to: 41 a. Accept all day-to-day responsibilities associated with the implementation of grants received for implementing the Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan, including being the primary contact for any grant Agreements, and any reporting requirements associated with any grant Agreements not otherwise stated. b. Provide the PAC with the necessary records to describe the implementation of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. c. Provide for proper public notice of all meetings. d. Ensure that minutes of all PAC meetings are recorded and made available in a timely manner to the PAC and maintain a file of all approved minutes including corrections and changes. e. Retain records consistent with the Fiscal Agent’s records retention schedule until termination of the A greement. ( See Section 6.f.). Upon termination, the records will be turned over to the Fiscal Agent. f. Perform any other duties to keep the PAC and the LIWG informed about the ## implementation of the Minnesota River- Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan MR-MCW). ## 11. Reassignment, Removal, or Vacated Position of Plan Coordinator: a. Any PAC member that desires to reassign the Plan Coordinator at any time later than the first PAC meeting of each calendar year shall notify all PAC members 30 days prior to the actual vote. The PAC may by majority vote reassign Plan Coordinator responsibilities to another Party or Parties. b. If the Plan Coordinator wishes to vacate their role, the Plan Coordinator shall give a 30-day notice of intent to vacate to the PAC Chair. The PAC shall meet as soon as practicable to designate another Party or Parties to fill the role. c. If it is found the assigned Plan Coordinator has staff guilty of malfeasance, or is unable to perform duties, the PAC Chair shall schedule an emergency meeting as soon as practicable to consider assigning another Party or Parties to fill the role. d. The Plan Coordinator shall transfer records to the newly serving Plan Coordinator(s) within 30 days of the PAC formally appointing a new Plan Coordinator(s) and provide training required to assume the duties. 42 ## 12. Reassignment, Removal, or Vacated Position of Fiscal Agent: a. Any PAC member that desires to reassign the Fiscal Agent at any time later than the respective grant funding request shall notify all PAC members 30 days prior to the actual vote. The PAC may by majority vote reassign Fiscal Agent responsibilities to another Party or Parties. b. If the assigned Fiscal Agent Party wishes to vacate their role, a 30 day notice of vacating said role shall be given prior to vacating the position by the vacating Party to the PAC Chair and Plan Coordinator. The PAC shall meet as soon as practicable to assign another Party or Parties to fill the role. c. If it is found the assigned Fiscal Agent has staff guilty of malfeasance, or is unable to perform duties, the PAC Chair shall schedule an emergency meeting as soon as practicable to consider assigning another Party or Parties to fill the role. d. The Fiscal Agent shall notify the grantor of the new Fiscal Agent within 30 days of the PAC formally appointing a new Fiscal Agent, and shall thereafter follow the Grantor ’s process to transfer records and funds to the new Fiscal Agent and provide training required to assume the duties. e. A new sub agreement will be made and entered into between the newly serving Fiscal Agent Party and the PAC. 43 13. Authorized Representatives: The following persons will be the primary contacts for all matters concerning this Agreement: ## Blue Earth County Scott Salsbury or successor ## Land Use Planner ## 410 S 5 th ## Street ## Mankato MN 56001 1 (507) 304-4489 ## Blue Earth Soil & Water Conservation District Jerad Bach or successor ## District Manager ## 1160 S Victory Drive Suite 5 ## Mankato MN 56001 1 (507) 345-4744 ## Le Sueur County Holly Bushman or successor ## Water Resources Manager ## 88 S Park Avenue ## Le Center MN 56057 1 (507) 357-8540 ## Le Sueur County Soil & Water Conservation District Mike Schultz or successor ## District Manager ## 181 W Minnesota Street ## Le Center MN 56057 1 (507) 419-0365 ## Nicollet County Steven Budka or successor ## Environmental Specialist ## 501 S Minnesota Avenue ## Saint Peter MN 56082 1 (507) 934-7073 ## Nicollet Soil & Water Conservation District Kevin Ostermann or successor ## District Manager 501 7 th ## Street PO BOX 457 ## Nicollet MN 56074 1 (507) 232-2550 ## City of Lake Crystal Angela Grafstrom or successor ## City Administrator ## 10 E Robinson Street ## Lake Crystal MN 56055 1 (507) 726-2538 ## City of North Mankato Luke Arnold or successor ## Public Works Director ## 1139 Center Street ## North Mankato MN 56003 1 (507) 345-5570 ## City of Mankato Jeff Johnson or successor ## Director of Public Works ## 501 S Victory Drive ## Mankato MN 56001 1 (507) 387-8460 ## City of Saint Peter Curtis Thompson or successor ## Water Resources Superintendent ## 405 W Julien Street ## Saint Peter MN 56083 1 (507) 934-0670 44 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; Blue Earth County ## Approved: ## By: ## Board Chair Date ## By: ## County Administrator Date 45 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; Le Sueur County ## Approved: ## By: ## Board Chair Date ## By: ## County Administrator Date 46 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; Nicollet County ## Approved: ## By: ## Board Chair Date ## By: ## County Administrator Date 47 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; Blue Earth Soil & Water Conservation District ## Approved: ## By: ## Board Chair Date ## By: ## District Manager Date 48 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; Le Sueur County Soil & Water Conservation District ## Approved: ## By: ## Board Chair Date ## By: ## District Manager Date 49 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; Nicollet Soil & Water Conservation District ## Approved: ## By: ## Board Chair Date ## By: ## District Manager Date 50 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; City of North Mankato ## Approved: ## By: ## Mayor Date ## By: ## City Administrator Date 51 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; City of Mankato ## Approved: ## By: ## Mayor Date ## By: ## City Administrator Date 52 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; City of Saint Peter ## Approved: ## By: ## Mayor Date ## By: ## City Administrator Date 53 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the Parties have duly executed this A greement by their duly authorized officers. ## Party; City of Lake Crystal ## Approved: ## By: ## Mayor Date ## By: ## City Administrator Date 54 ## Attachment A- Figure of Planning Area 55 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET ## CITY OF SAINT PETER ## RESOLUTION APPROVING JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE ## IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MINNESOTA RIVER- MANKATO COMPREHENSIVE ## WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PLAN WHEREAS, the City of Saint Peter (City) is a political subdivision of the state of Minnesota with the authority to enter into joint powers agreements pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §471.59, and; WHEREAS, the Counties of Blue Earth, Nicollet, and LeSueur; the Blue Earth, Nicollet, and Le Sueur Soil and Water Conservation Districts; and the Cities of Lake Crystal, North Mankato, Mankato, and Saint Peter have a shared interest in implementing the Minnesota River- Mankato ## Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan; and WHEREAS, the purpose of the Joint Powers Agreement is to allow the participating counties, cities, and soil and water conservation districts to cooperate in the implementation of watershed management activities intended to protect and improve water quality, reduce flooding risks, conserve soil resources, and protect natural resources within the Minnesota River – Mankato Watershed; and WHEREAS, the Joint Powers Agreement establishes the Minnesota River – Mankato Watershed Collaboration (MR-MWC) to coordinate implementation of the plan through a Policy Advisory ## Committee, Technical Advisory Committee, and Local Implementation Work Group; and ## WHEREAS, participation in the Joint Powers Agreement will allow the City of Saint Peter to collaborate with regional partners and participate in grant opportunities and coordinated watershed planning efforts; and WHEREAS, the Joint Powers Agreement does not alter the City’s Local land use, planning, or zoning authority, but provides a framework for cooperative watershed management among participating local governments. ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT ## PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. The City Council hereby approves the Joint Powers Agreement for the Implementation for the Minnesota River – Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. 2. The Mayor and City Administrator are hereby authorized and directed to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City of Saint Peter. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11 th day of May 2026. 56 ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ATTEST: Mayor ________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 57 ## Memorandum ## TO: Honorable Mayor Nowell DATE: 5/7/2026 ## Members of the City Council ## FROM: Todd Prafke ## City Administrator ## RE: City Assistance Request: Fourth of July Celebration ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Approve the attached resolution authorizing City assistance for the community wide Fourth of July celebration. ## BACKGROUND The Chamber of Commerce has requested City assistance for their annual Fourth of July activities. I recommend approval of the request as generally outlined in the letter from the Chamber of Commerce and the proposed resolution with a few clarifications and changes. The recommended approval will include use of electricity and restroom facilities in Minnesota Square Park; closing roadways and restricted parking in the area of Minnesota Square Park and along the parade and parade staging routes; spraying for mosquito control, and delivery of additional picnic tables to the park. The Chamber also asked permission to place one 30-yard roll-off dumpster at the northeast corner of the park. As we require of all community events, the Chamber of Commerce must provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Saint Peter as an additional insured in an amount not less than $1,500,000. The resolution also requires the Chamber to ensure that vendors in the park have no more than one vehicle in the park and that they have obtained the required City, County and/or State licensure for their sales. ## FISCAL IMPACT: The cost to the City for this assistance is estimated to be $5,000. ## ALTERNATIVES AND VARIATIONS: Do Not Act: Should the Council fail to act on this request, no assistance will be provided. Negative vote: No further action will be taken without additional direction from the Council. Modification of the resolution: This is always an option of the Council. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this agenda item. ## TP/ks 58 59 60 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY ASSISTANCE FOR THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ## FOURTH OF JULY EVENT WHEREAS, the Fourth of July celebration in Saint Peter is a community event; and WHEREAS, the Chamber of Commerce has requested City assistance to provide for both the parade and picnic in Minnesota Square Park; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that parking restrictions and closure of streets on July 4th would not cause a public safety concern and would be in the best interest of the community. ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: the following authorizations are provided for the community Fourth of July celebration: 1. The Saint Peter Chamber of Commerce is authorized to: • Use Minnesota Square Park from July 2 nd through July 5th for setup, the actual celebration and tear down of the associated facilities. • Use public restroom keys to maintain the Minnesota Square restroom. • Use City water and electricity in the park for the Fourth of July event. • Place a 30-yard roll-off dumpster on College Avenue at the northeast corner of Minnesota Square Park. • Create a grill pit with light gravel for cooking the picnic chicken near the Minnesota Square Park rock with the condition that the area must be returned to pre-event condition following the event. The location of pit will be designated by City Staff. • Use of a City “gator” during the parade by a Chamber Volunteer with a valid driver’s license 2. The City shall: • Provide mosquito control in the park prior to the event. • Provide for delivery of additional picnic tables to the park as requested. • Provide “No Parking” designations on July 4, 2026 as follows: o South Washington Avenue from Broadway Avenue to Elm Street and Elm Street to South Third Street (parade route) o North Washington Avenue from Broadway to Sumner Street (parade staging) o 200-500 blocks of West Elm Street (both sides) o 200 block West College Avenue (south sides from handicapped parking area to ## Minnesota Avenue) • Provide for street closures on July 4, 2026 as follows: o Washington Avenue from Elm Street to Sumner Road o 200 - 500 blocks of West Elm Street • Place temporary bleachers in Gorman Park for viewing the parade. 61 • Authorize the Chamber’s vendors to place portable toilets and curbies along the parade route and staging area and in the park to assist the public and participants. • Waive the $50 fireworks fee. 3. The Chamber of Commerce shall: • Provide the City a certificate of insurance naming the City of Saint Peter as an additional insured in an amount not less than $1,500,000 by no later than July 1, 2026. • Ensure that each vendor shall be limited to having no more than one vehicle in the park. • Ensure that each vendor receives the appropriate City, County, and/or State licensures no later than July 1st. • Additional ADA compliant Porta-potties and handwashing stations. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11th day of May, 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: ________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 62 ## Memorandum ## TO: Honorable Mayor Nowell DATE: 5/7/2026 ## Members of the City Council ## FROM: Todd Prafke ## City Administrator RE: City Assistance Request: Young John Denver Fest and St. Peter Ambassadors ## Blues Fest ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Approve a request by the Saint Peter Ambassadors’ for City assistance for two festivals in Minnesota Square Park. ## BACKGROUND The St. Peter Ambassador’s are once again planning their annual Blues Fest event in Minnesota Square Park on Saturday June 13 , 2026. Again this year, the Ambassadors plan to have Young John Denver Fest take place on Friday, June 12, 2026 at the same location. They have requested City assistance as follows: • Use of Minnesota Square Park for set up, take down and operation of the event from June 11, 2026 – June 14 , 2026. • Use of City electricity for the event. • Use of picnic tables in Minnesota Square Park. • Allow for installation of a tent in the park contingent upon the organizer’s compliance with Gopher State One Call regulations and procedures. • Use of the park restroom facilities, including supplies and use of a restroom key as well as restock and cleaning of restrooms Saturday morning • Use of a gate key. • Mosquito spray at organizers request • Use of the City’s portable light stands with all costs being paid by the Ambassador’s as outlined in the City’s fee schedule. • Placement of stage in the Pavilion at no cost to the Ambassadors • Use of traffic cones and portable barricades to control vehicle access to the park. • The City acting as fiscal agent for a Blues Fest grant application to be applied for by the Saint Peter Ambassador’s, Inc. to the Prairie Lakes Arts Council. I recommend approval of the request contingent upon the following: • All food vendors for the event being notified by the organizer’s that all applicable City, County and State permits must be obtained by no later than June 1, 2026. 63 • Limited access to the Public Works site during normal business hours only. Should the organizers need access after-hours or on weekends, the Ambassador’s would be responsible for all employee call-out costs. • Organizers limiting vehicles in the park as directed by City staff. In the past, City officials have previously met with the organizers to stress the need to comply with this regulation. • Organizers providing for refuse disposal, additional restroom facilities as required and disposal of all waste and debris resulting from the event. • Return of the park to pre-event condition. • Prior to the events, the Ambassador’s providing the City with a certificate of insurance in an amount not less than $1,500,000 per occurrence naming the City as an additional insured. This insurance has already been submitted. The Ambassador’s will be responsible for providing their own security for the event, including monitoring ID’s for alcohol sales. Staff will once again monitor activities surrounding preparation for the event, activities on the day of the event including parking issues in the park and take down activities in the park to ensure compliance with the approval provided. ## FISCAL IMPACT: The expected cost for the requested assistance will be $3,000 including staff time, materials, and ongoing fiscal agent assistance. ## ALTERNATIVES/VARIATIONS: Do Not Act: Staff will provide no assistance without additional direction from the Council which means the event will not be allowed. Negative Vote: No City assistance will be provided without additional direction from the Council which means the event would not be allowed. Modification of the Resolution: This is always an option of the Council. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns about this agenda item. ## TP/ks 64 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION APPROVING REQUEST FOR CITY ASSISTANCE FOR AMBASSADOR’S ## BLUES FEST & YOUNG JOHN DENVER FEST WHEREAS, the St. Peter Ambassadors have requested City assistance for the “Blues Fest” & “Young John Denver Fest” community events at Minnesota Square Park; and WHEREAS, the organizers have requested City assistance for their events to be held in ## Minnesota Square Park; and WHEREAS, City staff has reviewed the request to ensure previous year concerns related to vehicles being allowed into the park during the event are being addressed by the organizers; and WHEREAS, the City Council has previously approved City assistance for this event. ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT ## PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. The request for City assistance for the “Blues Fest” & “Young John Denver Fest” to be sponsored by St. Peter Ambassador’s, Inc. is hereby approved as follows: • Use of Minnesota Square Park for set up, take down and operation of the event from June 11, 2026 – June 14, 2026. • Use of City electricity for the event. • Use of picnic tables in Minnesota Square Park. • Allowance of i nstallation of a tent in the park contingent upon the organizer’s compliance with Gopher State One Call regulations and procedures. • Use of the park restroom facilities, including supplies and use of a restroom key as well as restock and leaning of restrooms Saturday morning. • Use of a gate key. • Mosquito spray at organizers request • Use of the City’s portable light standard(s) with all costs being paid as outlined in the City’s fee schedule. • Placement of stage in the Pavilion at no cost to the Ambassadors • The City acting as fiscal agent for a Blues Fest grant application to be applied for by the Saint Peter Ambassador’s, Inc. to Prairie Lakes Arts Council. • Use of City traffic cones and barricades to control access of vehicles to the park. 2. City assistance is being provided contingent upon the following conditions being met and adhered to: • All food vendors for the event being notified by the organizers that all applicable City, County and State permits must be obtained no later than June 1, 2026. 65 • Limited access to the Public Works site during normal business hours only. Should the organizers need access after-hours or on weekends, the Ambassador’s would be responsible for all employee call-out costs. • Organizers limiting vehicles in the park as directed by City staff. • Organizers providing for refuse disposal, additional restroom facilities and handicap restroom facilities as required and disposal of all waste and debris resulting from the event. • Return of the park to pre-event condition. • Prior to the event the Ambassador’s providing the City with a certificate of insurance in an amount not less than $1,500,000 per occurrence naming the City as an additional insured. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11th d ay of May, 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: _________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 66 ## Memorandum ## TO: Honorable Mayor Nowell DATE: 5/7/2026 ## Members of the City Council ## FROM: Todd Prafke ## City Administrator RE: City Assistance Request: Memorial Day Walk of Honor Parade ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Authorize City assistance for a Memorial Day Walk of Honor parade. ## BACKGROUND American Legion Post #37 conducts an annual Memorial Day ceremony at Minnesota Square Park. This year’s ceremony will be held beginning at 10:30 a.m. on May 25th. Legion representatives have contacted the City to ask for a “parade” beginning at 10:00am. The parade would consist of the American Legion Color Guard and the Govenaires Drum Corp doing a Walk of Honor beginning at the intersection of South Third Street and West Myrtle Street, continuing south along Third Street until it reached Minnesota Square Park. The Legion has asked for City authorization to utilize South Third Street and for a Police squad car to lead the Walk of Honor. They are not asking for any parking restrictions along South Third Street. Discussion with the organizers has led me to recommend the following conditions should the Council wish to provide assistance: • Prior to the event, providing the City with a certificate of insurance naming the City of Saint Peter as an additional insured in an amount of not less than $1,500,000 per occurrence. • Providing advance notification to each of the residential properties along the Walk of Honor route so that property owners are made aware of possible limitations to their driveways. The request for Police participation at the beginning of the event would only be provided should the Police be available. ## FISCAL IMPACT: The anticipated cost to the City for providing the requested assistance is estimated to be $200. 67 ## ALTERNATIVES/VARIATIONS: Do Not Act: No further action will be taken without additional direction from the City Council. Negative Vote: The organizers will be notified. Modification of the Resolution: This is always an option of the City Council. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this agenda item. ## TP/ks 68 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION APPROVING CITY ASSISTANCE FOR ## AMERICAN LEGION POST #37 WALK OF HONOR PARADE WHEREAS, American Legion Post #37 conducts an annual Memorial Day ceremony at ## Minnesota Square Park; and WHEREAS, Legion representatives have requested use of South Third Street from West Myrtle Street to College Avenue to conduct a “Walk of Honor” prior to the Memorial Day ceremony; and WHEREAS, staff has met with Legion representatives to discuss the impact on residential properties located along the Walk of Honor route. WHEREAS, similar requests have been granted for community-wide events. ## NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT ## PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THAT: 1. The request of American Legion Post #37 to conduct a Walk of Honor parade along South Third Street from West Park Row to West College Avenue beginning at 10:00 a.m. on May 25 , 2026 is approved contingent upon the following: • The organizers shall submit to the City prior to the event, a certificate of insurance listing the City as an additional insured, in an amount of not less than $1,500,000 per occurrence. • Organizers shall provide individual notification to the property owners along the walk route to ensure owners have prior knowledge of possible limitation to their driveways. 2. The City shall: • If available, provide for Police escorts at the beginning of the Walk of Honor parade. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11th day of May, 2026. ___________________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: _________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 69 ## Memorandum ## TO: Todd Prafke DATE: 5/7/2026 ## City Administrator ## FROM: Hayden Lacher ## Community Development Specialist ## RE: New Licenses ## ACTION/RECOMMENDATION Approve new Peddler/Solicitor Licenses. ## BACKGROUND The following have applied for six-month Peddler/Solicitor Licenses. Upon approval, the License will be in affect from May 12, 2026 – November 12, 2026. A Peddler/Solicitor License can have up to three individuals on one license. A background investigation has been completed on the individuals listed below and nothing was found that would prohibit them from obtaining a Peddler/Solicitor License. Gavin Jeppesen of Ashco Exteriors has applied for a six-month Peddler/ Solicitor License. • Gavin Jeppesen and Mason Getz (There was no third applicant) ## Jade Reicks of Pure Co Roofing • Jade Reicks and Brooks Reicks (There was no third applicant) ## Mattew Pettis of Pure Co Roofing ## • Mattew Pettis, Tyler Stoltzman, and Shakeem Jennings ## Zachary Sexe of Pure Co Roofing ## • Zachary Sexe, Chandler Meyer, and Alexander Nadeau ## Brandon Feltman of Davis Custom Design Construction dba Anytime Restoration • Brandon Feltman (only applicant) ## Jean-Phillippe de Gaadou of Ardmor Construction ## • Jean-Phillippe de Gaadou, Leonardo Merino, and Romero Martin ## Rudy Isai Anaya Meza of Paskar Construction ## • Rudy Isai Anaya Meza (only applicant) Should you have any questions or concerns on this agenda item, please do not hesitate to contact me. ## HL/ 70 ## CITY OF SAINT PETER, MINNESOTA ## RESOLUTION NO. ## STATE OF MINNESOTA) ## COUNTY OF NICOLLET) ## CITY OF SAINT PETER) ## RESOLUTION APPROVING NEW LICENSES ## BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT PETER, NICOLLET COUNTY, MINNESOTA, That the following license application be approved subject to compliance with all requirements of the City Code and payment of the licensing fee: ## Peddler/ Solicitor License ## Davis Custom Design Construction dba Anytime Restoration 5/12/2026 – 11/12/2026 ## Ashco Exteriors ## Pure Co Roofing ## Ardmor Construction Adopted by the City Council of the City of Saint Peter, Nicollet County, Minnesota, this 11th day of May, 2026. ___________________________ ## Shanon A. Nowell ## Mayor ## ATTEST: ____________________________________ ## Todd Prafke ## City Administrator 71