Maintenance Supervisor Ryan Nissen requested the purchase of 10 gallons of mosquito spray at a cost of $28 per gallon which was approved. City well #1 is due for inspection at the approximate cost of $2,900-3,200. Discussion was held on possible repair of the old booster pump, but action was tabled until cost estimates can be obtained. The council approved $441 to replace a door at St. Olaf Lake Park which was damaged by vandalism. A bid from Pearson Brothers for chip sealing 18,727 square yards of streets at $1.25 per yard.
Connie Kaupa, representing the New Richland Girl Scouts discussed improvements to Central Park. Waseca County has agreed to clean the county ditch which runs through the park. After cleaning, native prairie grasses and other plants will be planted as part of the Girl Scout civic project. A short discussion was held on the condition of the bandstand/restroom building between council members.
NR Fire Chief Jeremy Parpart reported the department’s brush truck has a blown motor. Repair estimates are over $8,000 and the truck has over 200,000 miles on it. After several minutes, the council approved the purchase of a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Heavy Duty Crew Cab truck not to exceed $44,000. The purchase is contingent on a $20,000 donation from the Fire Relief Association.
The council reviewed a draft of Section 500 of the City Ordinances which pertains to nuisances. Several minor changes are to be made before expected final council approval at the next meeting.
The council approved the payment of $5,500 to Delane Nelson for repair work performed on electric fixtures at Legion Field. A used mower at a cost of $2,000 was also approved for purchase.
The next meeting of the council will be held Monday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m.
