​City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 10/16/2023
The regular October meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:00pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch and Kyle Krump. Absent was Justin Reiland and Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Josh Boehm, Lyle Boehm, Nathan Berseth, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering.
Zach with Interstate Engineering provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. Much of the project is complete.
The replat request for the Boehm Second Subdivision was presented and reviewed by the council. Discussion was held. Moch motioned to approve the Boehm Second Subdivision replat request as presented, seconded by Krump. Carried.
Discussion was held regarding the additional depth of the new EPAC lift station to possibility service any future development on the East side of town. Kummer family has agreed to assume the additional cost associated with having the deeper lift station in the form of a future special assessment. After further discussion, Moch motioned to move forward with further planning of Option 1 for the proposed water project and Option 2 for the EPAC lift station project, seconded by Krump. Carried. Berseth reported that the bidding for the EPAC building project will take place October 27th for Spring 2024 construction start.
The final paperwork for the financing of the Colfax Meadows 4th addition has been received and was reviewed by the council. The loan closing is currently set for November 1, 2023. Once closing occurs, funds can be requested for payment on construction bills.
Resolution 2023-08, Resolution for $1,500,000 Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 Definitive Improvement Warrant, Series 2023 was presented. Krump motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Moch. Role call vote: Olson-yes, Krump-yes, Moch-yes. Absent: Jacobson, Reiland. Motion carried.
The minutes of the September regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried.
 
The financial reports for September were not available for review due to a format revamping. This should be completed by the November meeting.
The October bills were reviewed; Krump motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried.
Old business
An update was already provided regarding the new water loop project.
No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project.
An updated was already provided regarding the EPAC water and lift station projects.
No updated regarding the Community Center organization.
No updated regarding the Phelps property cleanup.
Discussion surrounding the proposed building permit fees was tabled for the November meeting.
The topic of the Boehm commercial property and possible rezoning was tabled for the November meeting. Jeff will speak to Todd Johnson about specific details.
New Business
It was noted that excess construction trash has been blowing around from construction at 202 Neuman. Krump will contact Silver Line about cleanup.
Moch asked about Our Savior’s Church placing a sign on our city street sign for the church. Discussion was held. No issue from the city council in proceeding.
A water testing contract was received from Southeast Water Users. Moch motioned to approve the signing of the contract, seconded by Krump. Carried.
There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch.  Carried.  Adjourned at 8:06 pm.

​City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 9/18/2023
The regular September meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:00pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch, Kyle Krump, Justin Reiland, and Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Lyle Boehm, Josh Boehm, Jeremy Boehm, Jenna Boehm, Michelle Eichenberger, Brittany Gandhi, Inis Frankl, Bonnie Gylland, Todd Johnson, Nathan Berseth, Tom Steinolfson, and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering.
Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Brittany Gandhi, representing the Richland #44 Foundation on the EPAC center, reported that last week the foundation board met with the architect to get a more solid drawing and numbers, hoping to start bidding in middle to end of October 2023, with the intention of breaking ground in May 2024, and then hoping to complete the project by July 2025.
Zach reported that we could get the water/sewer plans for EPAC put together and bid out for starting Spring 2024. He also presented the council with the Preliminary Engineering Report, asking that decisions be made by the October meeting, allowing them to move forward in a timely fashion.
Lyle and Josh Boehm answered questions regarding the most recent replat request forwarded to the council prior to the meeting. Discussion was held. Publication of the request will be made and a formal hearing will be held at the October 16th meeting.
Clarification was made that Jeremy Boehm needs to provide a site plan for the shed moved onto his property. Once received, the council will review and approve/deny the request.
Zach with Interstate Engineering provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. All the underground work is complete and they are slatted to finish the project by the end of October.
Zach also requested that the council make a decision on the water loop project plans brought forth at the August meeting. Discussion was held. Krump motioned to go with Option #5, seconded by Reiland. Carried.
Zach noted that he does have a proposal from the city planners, however did not have it at the meeting with him.
The minutes of the August regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried.
 
The financial reports for August were not available for review due to a format revamping. This should be completed by the October meeting.
The September bills were reviewed; Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Krump. Carried.
Old Business
No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project.
Chad Lingen opened and flushed out water hydrants around town.
No updated regarding the Community Center organization. Olson will talk to Amy Clark.
Regarding the Phelps property, the council has seen a lot of improvement, however items still need to be cleaned up. Olson will speak to Phelps.
New Business
A building permit for a shed at 103 Andy Ave was presented to the council. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
A building permit for a home at 100 Neuman Blvd was presented to the council. Krump motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, Jacobson seconded. Carried.
A building permit for a shed at 207 Laverne Lane was presented to the council. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, Reiland seconded. Carried.
A building permit for a concession stand building at the ball diamonds was presented to the council. Moch motioned to approve the permit as presented, pending approval from Todd Johnson, and waiving the permit fee, Reiland seconded. Carried.
Discussion on building permit fees was held. Council agreed to table the discussion for the October meeting.
Moch motioned to approve the presented 2024 Final City Budget, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
City received a letter from Southeast Water Users stating that rates will be increasing in January 2024. The council will proceed with raising the city water rates to reflect this increase.
Krump motioned to proceed with moving the Certificates of Deposit as they mature from the current bank to Bell Bank, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
Nathan Berseth will notify the council by next week if we are able to rent his tractor again for snow removal during the 2023-2024 winter season.
There being no further business, Reiland made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Krump.  Carried.  Adjourned at 8:33 pm.

City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 8/21/2023
The regular August meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Council Member Krump at 7:08pm. Present were Council Members Kyle Krump, Jesse Moch, Shaun Jacobson and Auditor Jen Skoog. Absent was Mayor Jeff Olson and Justin Reiland. Audience members in attendance were Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Tom Steinolfson, Lyle Boehm, Josh Boehm, Scott Johnson, Steve Haverland, Amy Clark, Jeremy Boehm, Jenna Boehm, Nathan Berseth, and Damon DeVillers & Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering.

Council Member Krump recognized the audience. Skoog presented the rezoning request submitted by the Richland #44 Foundation. The rezoning request made by the Richland #44 Foundation was to rezone property East of Colfax from agricultural to commercial. The property included in the request is parcel 38-0305-00274.300, with a legal description of PT S1/2 SE1/4 29 135 49: COMM SECR SEC 29 W700.17’/POB; N644.16’; W1182.15’; S644’; E1196.29’/POB. Discussion was held. Moch motioned to approve the request as requested, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.

Skoog also presented another request from the Richland #44 Foundation requesting a Special Assessment District for a (a) water line and (b) sewer/lift station, with the Richland #44 Foundation being the only property within the improvement district. Council decided to table the request until after Interstate Engineering presents their information.

Zach with Interstate Engineering presented information regarding various options regarding water for the Richland #44 Foundation EPAC location, to replace the 2” water line in front of Frankl’s, and to install a lift station near the EPAC location. Discussion was held. Council tabled a decision on which option to move forward with, intended to discuss and decide at a later date. Moch made a motion to approve the request to create a Special Assessment District for a (a) water line and (b) sewer/lift station, with the Richland #44 Foundation being the only property within the improvement district, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.

Zach also presented information regarding various options for the Water Loop Project. All alternative options include replacing the 2” line in front of Frankl’s and requires negation with SEWU for city allowed usage. No decision needs to be made at this time, however Interstate Engineering is requesting a decision be made before the September meeting.

Zach also provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. Progress is being made, with pipe being laid yet this week and all other processes to occur this Fall.
Lyle & Josh Boehm presented information regarding possible proposed plat changes on recently purchased parcel 38-0500-00351.000. Discussion was held. Council expressed concerns regarding all the equipment parked in the residential section on the East side of the road, and required that all equipment and various abandoned personal property be cleaned up before reconsidering the platting proposal. Before the council can make a decision on the requested plat changes, an official plat request needs to be made and published.

Tom Steinolfson presented a building permit proposal for a shed in his backyard. Jacobson motioned to approve the request, pending receipt of the building permit and approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Moch. Carried.

The minutes of the July regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Jacobson motioned to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried.
 
The financial report for July was reviewed.  Moch motioned to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Jacobson, motion carried.   

The August bills were reviewed. Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, adding Daily News for $18.90, seconded by Moch.  Carried.

Old Business
An update regarding the Water Loop was already provided.

Grading has been completed on Grant Street, among other roads in town.

An update regarding the Event Center was already provided.

The council is currently waiting for the current community center organization to dissolve before being able to move forward. Repairs to women’s bathroom will be done soon.

It was noted that much of the Phelps property has been cleaned up.

New Business
Bonnie Gylland requested that the city flush fire hydrants as they are experiencing rust issues.
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There being no further business, Jacobson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch.  Carried. Adjourned at 8:45pm.

City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 7/17/2023
The regular July meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:00pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Justin Reiland and Kyle Krump. Audience members in attendance were Bonnie Gylland, Inis Frankl, Landon Holt with Gentry Homes, Scott Schmidt, Nathan Moen, Michelle Eichenberger, and Krystel Magnuson.

Olson recognized the audience. Landon Holt with Gentry Homes presented a building permit request for 609 Blaine Street. Moch motioned to approve the permit, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.

Scott Schmidt presented a building permit request to add a deck to the High School football building. Moch motioned to approve the permit, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.

Michelle represents a client who is looking to purchase a lot from Blazek, who owns the property on the West side of town North of Boehm. Since Boehm was unable to attend the meeting, Olson showed council members what Lyle Boehm had sent him regarding a proposed plan for that property. Discussion was held. No decisions can be made since there is not a formal proposal.

Skoog presented a gaming application from Horace Lions Club. Nathan Moen explained that the fire dept is unable to place gaming into the Colfax Bar due to some state regulations, therefore they working with Horace Lions Club to have gaming installed until next year. Jacobson motioned to approve the application, seconded by Moch. Carried.

Bonnie brought forth concerns regarding the equipment on the East side of Co Rd 1 on Boehm’s residential property. Discussion was held. Boehm is required to move the equipment within 2 weeks.

The minutes of the June regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Moch moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried.
 
Jacobson motioned to amend the May minutes, removing ‘Absent was Jesse Moch and Kyle Krump’, seconded by Moch. Carried.
 
The financial reports for June were reviewed.  Jacobson made a motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried.  

The July bills were reviewed; Moch motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.

Old Business
Engineers were unable to attend the meeting, but will discuss an update to the Water Loop project at the August meeting.

Olson is currently looking for someone to run the road grader in town. TJM will need a map of where to put gravel.

A formal letter was received from Richland #44 Foundation requesting a rezoning and assessment district for the water line and lift station. Official hearing will happen at the August meeting.

No updated regarding the Community Center organization. Olson will talk to Amy Clark.

Olson talked to Phelps regarding cleanup of his property. Phelps requested that he have through the July 4th long weekend to continue cleanup work, of which Olson approved. Many items have been cleared, and Olson asked about roofing material and when the project will be completed however no answer has been received.
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A $10k Snow Removal assistance program payment has been received.

New Business
Resolution 2023-07, Resolution Approving Contractor’s Bond for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 was presented. Moch motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Jacobson. Role call vote: Moch-yes, Jacobson-yes, Olson-yes. Absent: Krump, Reiland. Motion carried.

There being no further business, Jacobson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch.  Carried.  Adjourned at 7:58 pm.

City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 6/26/2023
The regular June meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 4:01pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Justin Reiland and Kyle Krump. No audience members in attendance.

The minutes of the May regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Moch moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Motion carried.
 
The financial reports for May were reviewed.  Jacobson made a motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried.   

The June bills were reviewed; Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried.

Old Business
Engineers will be attending the July meeting to discuss the preliminary findings of the water loop study and discuss next steps.

The fire hydrant repairs are finally done.

Gravel will be placed on roads throughout town, and work continues on the maintenance of Grant Street.

No update on the Event Center project.

No update on the Community Center board transition.

A letter has been sent to Phelps giving him until the end of June to clean-up his property.

Skoog reported that the Homeland security grant for lighting has been denied.

The application for Snow removal assistance has been submitted.

Concerns were brought forth regarding the Jeremy Boehm property and equipment sales. It was noted that equipment remains parked on residential property on the East side of Co Rd 1, and equipment sales are taking place on the West side of Co Rd 1 when that property is not zoned commercial. Further discussion needs to be held with Jeremy about moving equipment from the residential area and what the overall future vision is with these two areas. Jeff will request that that Jeremy attend the next meeting on July 17th.

Olson brought forth information provided by a realtor representing Tom Elser. Discussion was held for informational purposes.

New business
Moch motioned to approve the Partial Mortgage Releases for Lot 10 block 3 and Lot 11 block 3, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
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There being no further business, Jacobson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch.  Carried.  Adjourned at 4:54 pm.

City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 5/15/2023
The regular May meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:01pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Kyle Krump, Justin Reiland, Jesse Moch and Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Inis Frankl, Megan Kummer, Nathan Berseth, and Susan Bowman.
Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Megan Kummer reported to the council that the EPAC organization is ready to move forward with having a special assessment placed on a water line to the new building, however there is no word on the lift station. Reiland advised Kummer that it is usually best practice to combine the lift station and the water line when requesting bids. Kummer will relay the message to the EPAC council. Kummer also notified the council that EPAC will be requesting rezoning for either the June or the July meeting. A formal request will be submitted and published once received.
Berseth reported that he is still waiting on Hammond for the fire hydrant repairs. Berseth also reported he will work on leveling the ruts on Laverne. It was noted that the roads in Colfax Meadows Third need gravel. Once weight restrictions are off, the city will be laying gravel down. Construction on Meadows Fourth addition will start in July. Berseth confirmed that tractor rental for snow removal is $100 per hour of use.
Olson provided an overview on the City Planning meeting that took place in April. Presenters went through the different processes the city can go through to put together a larger comprehensive City Plan. To put the actual plan together, it would cost the city $10K-$40K. Berseth reported that there is a possibility that Richland JPA would consider a cost share if the city decides to move forward with the comprehensive plan. A formal application would need to be submitted.
Discussion was held regarding Boehm’s equipment on the West side of town. All equipment currently parked on the East side of Co Rd 1 needs to be moved back to the West side of Co Rd 1.
Susan reported she is working with Gene to purchase the trailer house/property to the south of the community center. Once complete, they will be working to clean up the property over the next few months. Susan also brought forth concern about the lots south of her, reporting that nothing is being maintained, and there have been times people have dumped trash there. Susan requested that action be taken to ensure these lots are maintained.
The minutes of the April Equalization Meeting and the April regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve both sets of minutes as presented, seconded by Reiland. Motion carried.
 
The financial reports for April were reviewed.  Moch made motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Krump, motion carried.   
The May bills were reviewed; Reiland motioned to approve the bills as presented, adding bills for John Myers and Nathan Berseth, seconded by Jacobson.  Carried.
Old Business
No update regarding the Water loop to the new addition.
The Fire hydrant repair will take place once the ground dries up a bit more.
No update regarding the Grant Street Improvements.
No update regarding the Community Center management being transfered to the City.
Skoog reported that the Homeland Security Grant application has been submitted.
Skoog will be submitting the Snow Removal Assistance application in the next couple weeks, once the remaining bills have been received.
The city received two gravel bids, one from TJM trucking and another from Krause Brothers. Reiland motioned to accept the bid from TJM Trucking for 2023 gravel, seconded by Krump. Carried.
Cleanup day will be held Tuesday May 16th.
It was brought forth that the Railroad crossing has a number of stakes sticking up, thus posing a difficult crossing for traffic. Olson will contact the county requesting that they work with railroad company to have this repaired.
New Business
4 mowing bids were received for the 2023 season. After review of all bids, Reiland motioned to accept Adam Skoog’s bid, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
Krump motioned to approve the 2024 Preliminary Budget as presented to the council, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
There being no further business, Reiland made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Krump.  Carried.  Adjourned at 8:40 pm. 

​City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 4/17/2023
The regular April meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:21pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Justin Reiland and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Jesse Moch and Kyle Krump. Audience members in attendance were Sid Berg, Donny Hendrickson, Inis Frankl, Amy Clark, Bonnie Gylland, Megan Kummer, Aaron Kleingartner, Nathan Berseth, Damon Devillers and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering
Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Sid Berg asked if resident could be notified if the garbage is not going to be picked up on the regular day. If a garbage pickup day is missed due to weather, typically T&G pushes all pickup days back a day. Council is also currently waiting for T&G to respond with a date for Spring Clean-up. Sid inquired about a drop box for water payments. This option has been explored in the past, with very expensive options and still no guarantee that the payments are protected from all weather. An online payment option will be up and running soon. Sid inquired about Grant Street improvement plans and maintenance. The city continues to work with Interstate Engineering on options, however there is currently no grant money available for this project. Grant Street will be graded soon.
Bonnie Gylland brought forth a question regarding the Phelps property cleanup. Now that the snow is melting, a letter from the attorney will be sent out to him again soon.
Megan Kummer provided an update on the EPAC project.
Zach Hatting brought forth two bids for the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition. Hatting recommended the award for KPH. Nathan Berseth confirmed that he agrees with the recommendation.
Resolution 2023-06, Resolution Awarding Contract for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 was presented. Reiland motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Jacobson. Role call vote: Jacobson-yes, Reiland-yes, Olson-yes. Motion carried.
A City Planning meeting has been scheduled with Interstate Engineering for Monday April 24th at 4pm at the Colfax Community Center.
Discussion was held regarding the EPAC water expansion. Interstate Engineering is waiting until a formal request has been made by the EPAC group.
 
The minutes of the March regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Jacobson moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Reiland. Motion carried.
 
The financial reports for March were reviewed.  Reiland made motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Jacobson, motion carried.   
The April bills were reviewed; Jacobson motioned to approve the bills as presented, adding bills for US Treasury for $306 and Richland County for $712, seconded by Reiland.  Carried.
Old Business
Interstate Engineering is working on the water loop project study for submission to the state.
Jacobson contacted Hammond to complete the Fire Hydrant repair in the next couple weeks.
No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project.
Interstate Engineering provided an update on the event center lift station.
No update on the community center.
Brett Lambrecht helped Jeff locate a Flood Plain Management Ordinance from 2009. Amy Clark is working to get a copy of the ordinance for the city.
The deadline for Mowing Bids has been pushed back to May 11th.
Multiple attempts have been made to collect an outstanding bill for culvert ends and connectors from Platinum Homes. Skoog will continue to work through this.
Council is currently waiting on a response from T&G Sanitation regarding a date for Clean-up Day. Once the date is determined, the Spring Letter will be sent to residents.
New Business
Building permit applications for 207 Laverne, 709 Blaine, 700 Blaine, 608 Blaine, 707 Blaine, and 606 Blaine were presented to the council for review. Jacobson motioned to approve the applications, pending approval from Todd Johnson, seconded by Reiland. Carried.
Skoog presented an additional information sheet to be included with the current building permit application. Interstate Engineering will put together a map showing the proper construction route to also be included with the application. Once received, the building permit application will be updated.
The title company misplaced the original mortgage release issued for Lot 10 Block 1 of Colfax Meadows Third back in August 2022, thus requesting a new signed release so they can file.
Two gravel bids have been received to date. Decision on these bids has been tabled for discussion during the May meeting.
Information regarding a Homeland Security Grant was presented. This grant would include costs associated with purchase of the remaining street lights in Colfax Meadows Third. Skoog will work on submitting the grant paperwork.
Information regarding a Snow Removal Assistance Program was presented. Olson will work to obtain all the remaining snow removal bills so Skoog can proceed with submitting the necessary paperwork by the end of May.
There being no further business, Reiland made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Jacobson.  Carried. Adjourned at 8:45pm

City of Colfax – Tax Equalization Meeting 4/17/2023
The Equalization Meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:04pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson, Council Members Justin Reiland and Shaun Jacobson. Absent was Jesse Moch and Kyle Krump. Audience members in attendance were Sid Berg, Donny Hendrickson, Inis Frankl, Amy Clark, Bonnie Gylland, Megan Kummer, Aaron Kleingartner, Nathan Berseth, Damon Devillers and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering, and Wendy Matejcek with Richland County Assessor’s Office.

Olson recognized the audience and turned the meeting over to Wendy with the Richland County Assessor’s Office. Wendy talked through the Sales Ratio Study, the Credits and Exemptions, Mobile Home Report, and the City Taxable Valuation & Mills information on the handouts provided to the council. The Council & Audience members brought forth questions on specific properties. Discussion was held.
Jacobson motioned to approve the Richland County Assessor’s Office Report as presented, seconded by Reiland. Carried.
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Jacobson motioned to adjourn the City of Colfax Equalization Meeting, seconded by Reiland. Carried. Adjourned at 7:21pm.

​City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 3/20/2023
The regular March meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:04pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson and Council Members Justin Reiland, Jesse Moch, and Kyle Krump. Absent was Council Member Shaun Jacobson. Audience members in attendance were Inis Frankl, Amy Clark, and Damon Devillers and Zach Hatting with Interstate Engineering.
Mayor Olson recognized the audience. Zach provided an update on the Colfax Meadows 4th Addition process. Zach reported that once the council approves the necessary resolutions, Interstate Engineering will publish and open bids in April.
The Improvement District Development Agreement between City of Colfax and BLB Investments was presented to the council. Discussion was held. Krump motioned to approve the agreement as presented, seconded by Moch. Motion carried.
Resolution 2023-01, Resolution Creating and Defining the Boundaries for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 was presented. Krump motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Reiland. Role call vote: Reiland-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes. Motion carried.
Resolution 2023-02, Resolution Directing Preparation of Engineer’s Report and Cost Estimate for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 was presented. Krump motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Moch. Role call vote: Reiland-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes. Motion carried.
Resolution 2023-03, Resolution Approving Engineer’s Report and Directing Preparation of Detailed Plans and Specificationsfor Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-1 was presented. Krump motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Moch. Role call vote: Reiland-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes. Motion carried.
Resolution 2023-04, Resolution Approving Engineer’s Plans, Specifications and Estimates for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-1 was presented. Moch motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Krump. Role call vote: Reiland-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes. Motion carried.
Resolution 2023-05, Resolution Directing Advertisement for Bids for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District NO. 2023-01 was presented. Reiland motioned to accept the presented resolution as read, seconded by Krump. Role call vote: Reiland-yes, Moch-yes, Krump-yes. Motion carried.
Performing Arts Center will be within the city limits so the city is responsible for providing a water source. Interstate Engineering reported that there is a 375’ stretch of Grant Street at 2” pipe and everything else is 4”, most likely the reason why there are pressure issues in the 3rd Addition.  It was suggested that the 2” pipe be replaced with 6” pipe and roll it into the new water loop project. Proposal is to place a large enough pipe, far enough East, to also service any future city expansion. Interstate Engineering will provide more cost estimates and information for the city pertaining to different options.
Interstate Engineering suggested that the city consider a larger/deeper lift station on the east side to prepare for possible future development on the east side of town. At this point, the city needs to just decide where the lift station will be, and the depth can be decided later on. Discussion was held.
Interstate Engineering will also put in an application for state funds for a City Planning Workshop. This workshop will be completed by Interstate Engineering, and allows the city council to consider long-term goals.
The minutes of the February regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Krump moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Reiland. Motion carried.
 
The financial reports for January and February were reviewed.  Krump made motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Moch, motion carried.   
The March bills were reviewed; Reiland motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Moch.  Carried.
Old Business
No update regarding the new water loop project.
Krump will contact Hammond and have him move forward with fixing the Fire Hydrant repair.
No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project.
Discussion was held regarding Community Center Board disbanding and city taking over operations. No further action at this time.
New Business
Reiland motioned to approve the Colfax City Emergency Declaration for Fall 2022 & Winter 2022-2023, seconded by Moch. Carried.
The city should have a Floodplain Management Ordinance in place, however no current plan has been located. This will be discussed at the April meeting.
Building Permits for 209 Laverne Lane, 201 Neuman Blvd, 202 Neuman Blvd, 106 Neuman Blvd, 603 Blaine St, and 216 Laverne Lane were presented to the council for review. Krump motioned to approve the permit applications as presented, seconded by Moch. Carried.
Platinum Homes ordered additional culvert pieces, of which the city paid for but are not covered by the city, therefore Platinum Homes has been billed for the parts. Skoog reported that she has attempted communication with Platinum Homes a number of times, without resolve. Council agreed that Platinum Homes will not be issued further permits in the city due to the outstanding bill. Skoog will be adding a 18% APR interest fee and attempting further communication.
Reiland motioned to approve the Partial Mortgage Releases for Lot 17 Block 3, Lot 32 Block 3, Lot 30 Block 3, Lot 12 Block 3, Lot 2 Block 1, seconded by Krump. Carried.
Skoog presented an online bill payment option through GovCard. This service provides a no-cost option for the city. Council agreed to have Skoog move forward with the implementation.
Jeff will contact T&G to schedule a Clean-up Week.
Once a Clean-up Week date has been established, the annual Spring letter will be sent out to all city residents.
A request for mowing bids will be posted with a deadline of April 13th.
Olson will reach out to other gravel companies to request gravel bids for the April meeting.
There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Moch.  Carried. Adjourned at 9:05pm

​City of Colfax – Regular Council Meeting 2/20/2023
The regular February meeting of the Colfax City Council was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:02pm. Present were Mayor Jeff Olson and Council Members Shaun Jacobson, Jesse Moch, and Kyle Krump. Absent was Council Member Justin Reiland and Auditor Jen Skoog. No audience members were in attendance.
The minutes of the January regular City Council meeting were reviewed. Moch moved to approve minutes as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
 
The final financial report for 2022 was reviewed.  Krump made motion to approve the financials as presented, seconded by Jacobson, motion carried.   
The February bills were reviewed; Moch motioned to approve the bills as presented, seconded by Jacobson.  Carried.
Old Business
No update regarding the new Water loop.
No update regarding the Fire Hydrant repair.
No update regarding the Grant Street Improvement Project.
Jeff met with Interstate Engineering to discuss possible options for the event center lift station.
New Business
The Colfax Community Center board has expressed interest in dissolving and having the City take over operations of the community center. The building is owned by the City, and the insurance, power, etc. is already paid by the city. Amy Clark has been notified of the interest and is looking into what would need to happen.
Colfax Equalization Meeting will be held on April 17th at 7:00pm, with the regular council meeting to follow.
The final plat of the Colfax Meadows 4th Additional was reviewed by the council. Moch motioned to approve the plat as presented, seconded by Jacobson. Carried.
There being no further business, Krump made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Jacobson.  Carried.