Arlington public meetings in 2025

APD Body Worn Camera Policy

The Arlington City Council is reviewing a new policy for the Arlington Police Department governing the use of portable audio/video recorders, including body-worn cameras. The policy outlines when officers must activate recorders, how data is classified as public or private under Minnesota law, and procedures for data storage and access. It also requires the Police Chief to report any policy deviations to the City Council quarterly.

• Policy requires officers to activate recorders during all enforcement contacts, traffic stops, and adversarial encounters.
• BWC data is presumptively private, but recordings of officer firearm discharges or use of force causing substantial bodily harm are classified as public.
• Officers must document any failure to record and supervisors will review these reports.
• The Police Chief must report any policy deviations to the City Council in a quarterly report.
• Policy changes must be approved by the City Council.

12 15

The Economic Development Authority will consider a purchase agreement resolution and discuss business parking lots and abandoned homes. They will also review November financial reports and project updates, and set goals for 2026.

• Purchase Agreement Discussion and Resolution
• Business Parking Lots
• Abandoned Homes
• November Financial Reports
• Goals for 2026

12 01

The Arlington City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget and levy, then vote on resolutions adopting the levy and year-end fund transfers. Other new business includes a street project pay estimate, ambulance strategic plan, police agreements, and a fee schedule ordinance.

• Resolution 44-2025 adopting the 2026 tax levy of $1,484,820, a 5.035% increase from 2025
• Resolution 45-2025 for year-end General Fund transfer
• 2024 Street and Utility Project Pay Estimate #12
• Arlington Area Ambulance Strategic Plan presented by Director Jaime Weikle
• First reading of Fee Schedule Ordinance 219

11 21

The Arlington Economic Development Authority is holding a special meeting to discuss the possible acquisition of a Sibley County parcel. The only agenda item is a closed session to discuss purchase price and negotiation strategy.

• Closed session to discuss purchase price and negotiation strategy for possible acquisition of Sibley County parcel 31.0674.040

11 20

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss a Comprehensive Plan Update and receive training from Victoria Potts with MVCOG. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and member updates.

• Training – Victoria Potts with MVCOG
• Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approve July 17, 2025, Meeting Minutes

11 18

The Arlington Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss several items related to public safety operations. The agenda includes reports from the Police Department, Fire & Rescue, and Ambulance services, as well as new business items such as OSHA recommendations and equipment storage, a feasibility study, and a discussion about the Public Safety Building. The meeting will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• OSHA Recommendations/Equipment Storage discussion
• Feasibility Study Discussion
• Public Safety Building Discussion

11 17

The Economic Development Authority will consider a land purchase proposal, review October financial reports, and vote on Resolution 6-2025, a sign loan resolution for Wentzlaff Properties. The meeting also includes project updates, setting goals for 2026, and a tour of the Dose Family Project at 411/409 7th Ave.

• Land purchase discussion/proposal
• Resolution 6-2025: Sign loan resolution for Wentzlaff Properties
• October financial reports review
• Goals for 2026 discussion
• Tour of Dose Family Project at 411/409 7th Ave

ACC 11 03

The Arlington City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 3, 2025, to discuss and potentially act on several items. New business includes a street project update, stormwater discussion and watershed agreement, an Everest emergency vehicle bid for the ambulance department, and a discussion on city parking lots with the police department. The consent agenda includes approval of bills totaling $608,197.40, meeting minutes, and licenses for Pheasants Forever and Church of St. Mary.

• Stormwater discussion and watershed agreement with Eric Hauser and City Administrator
• Everest emergency vehicle bid for Arlington Ambulance Department
• Discussion on city parking lots with Police Department
• Resolution 41-2025 granting Sibley Medical Center full use of the sludge wagon during an emergency
• Approval of bills totaling $608,197.40

11 3

The Arlington City Council is holding a special meeting workshop to discuss the 2026 City Budget. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda lists only this single discussion item.

• Discussion of the 2026 City Budget

10 20

The Arlington City Council is holding a special meeting workshop to receive a presentation and discuss a power delivery plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Power Delivery Plan Presentation and Discussion

10 20

The Economic Development Authority will consider three loan resolutions: a residential rehab loan for Wenzlaff and two façade loans for Grand K and Wenzlaff. The board will also review the Comprehensive Plan Project, August and September financial reports, and updates on several ongoing projects including Peeps Repair, Sew Quilty, the Dose Family Project, SMIF Grant, land for sale, and the Cemstone Property.

• Resolution 03-2025: Approving Residential Rehab Loan Terms for Wenzlaff
• Resolution 04-2025: Approving Façade Loan Terms for Grand K
• Resolution 05-2025: Approving Façade Loan Terms for Wenzlaff
• Comprehensive Plan Project discussion
• August and September Financial Reports review

ACC 10 06

The Arlington City Council will consider several resolutions, including a request for a speed study on MN State Hwy 5 and designating surplus inventory. They will also hear updates on street projects, discuss snowplow bids, and consider proposals for electrical department services. The meeting includes approval of bills totaling over $630,000 and a second reading of a zoning map amendment.

• Resolution 36-2025 requesting a speed study for MN State Hwy 5
• Resolution 37-2025 designating surplus inventory
• Resolution 38-2025 naming Brandon Legg acting chief of police from Nov 2-9, 2025
• Second reading of a zoning map amendment
• Snowplow bids and street project updates

9 15

The Economic Development Authority will discuss future goals, a land sale, and flower beds, along with updates on several projects including Peeps Repair, Sew Quilty, and the Dose Family Project. They will also review the July financial report and SMIF grant opportunities. The meeting includes procedural items like approving the agenda and minutes from August 18, 2025.

• Future Goals of the EDA
• Land for Sale
• July Financial Report
• Dose Family Project Update
• SMIF Grant Opportunities

Bills for 9 2

The Arlington City Council is meeting to approve two batches of payments totaling $516,709.43 for August and September 2025. The largest single payment is $222,311.50 to MN Municipal Power Agency for July energy costs. Other notable payments include $51,227 for property insurance premiums and $74,753 for street and infrastructure engineering services.

• $222,311.50 to MN Municipal Power Agency for July energy
• $51,227 for second-half 2025 property insurance premiums
• $74,753 to Bolton & Menk for streets and 2024 improvement engineering
• $36,815.92 to McLeod Cooperative Power for electric maintenance and meter replacements
• $13,395.25 to CEDA for third-quarter planning & zoning and EDA services

ACC 09 02

The Arlington City Council will set the preliminary tax levy for 2026 and schedule the Truth in Taxation hearing for December 1, 2025. They will also receive an update on the 2024 Street and Utility Construction Project, consider a zoning map amendment, and vote on several contracts and hires.

• RESO 35-2025 Preliminary Tax Levy
• Setting Truth in Taxation date for December 1, 2025, at 6:30pm
• Pay request #10 – 2024 Street and Utility Construction Project ($773,992.04 approved in August)
• First Reading of Zoning Map Amendment
• Ambulance Contract with Sibley County Fair Board for Bull Riding Event

Owner New Account Form

This is a utility account form for new property owners in Arlington, Minnesota, not a meeting agenda. It collects owner information, move-in dates, and offers optional renewable energy subscriptions for an additional monthly fee.

• Optional renewable energy: $3/month for 100%, $2/month for 75%, $1/month for 50%
• Clean Energy Choice program available with cancellation at any time
• Requires meter readings for electric and water
• Contact: City of Arlington, 204 Shamrock Drive, Arlington, MN 55307

Owner New Account Form

This is a utility account form for new property owners, not a meeting agenda. It collects owner information, move-in dates, and offers optional renewable energy participation for an additional monthly fee.

• Optional renewable energy: $3/month for 100%, $2/month for 75%, $1/month for 50%
• Requires new owner name, DOB, last 4 of SSN, mailing address, phone numbers, email
• Meter readings for electric and water required at move-in and move-out
• City of Arlington contact: 204 Shamrock Drive, Arlington, MN 55307

Rental New Account Form

This is a utility account form for rental properties, not a meeting agenda. It allows renters to opt into renewable energy at additional monthly costs of $1, $2, or $3.

• $3/month for 100% renewable energy
• $2/month for 75% renewable energy
• $1/month for 50% renewable energy
• Option to not participate in Clean Energy Choice
• Meter deposit and readings for electric and water

Rental New Account Form

This is a utility account form for rental properties in Arlington, Minnesota, not a meeting agenda. It allows renters to sign up for renewable energy at additional monthly costs of $1, $2, or $3 for 50%, 75%, or 100% renewable energy respectively.

• $3/month for 100% renewable energy
• $2/month for 75% renewable energy
• $1/month for 50% renewable energy
• Option to not participate in Clean Energy Choice
• Meter deposit and readings for electric and water

Electrical Service Line & Meter Policy

The City of Arlington is adopting an updated Electrical Service Line & Meter Policy that governs how electrical service is provided to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The policy covers cost responsibilities for new subdivisions, hook-ups, upgrades, conversions, and meter placement. It also sets a $150 Electric Access Charge per service and requires 24-hour notice and inspection before meter installation.

• Developers pay 100% of costs for new distribution system and street lighting in new subdivisions
• Property owners pay for wiring from transformer to meter socket; City pays for meter installation
• $150 Electric Access Charge (EAC) per service, with future charges set by City Council
• City pays for overhead-to-underground conversions it initiates; property owners pay for requested conversions
• Only one meter per residence; additional meters for multi-family or commercial considered case-by-case

8 18

The Arlington City Council is holding a special meeting workshop to discuss the 2026 Budget. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting workshop to discuss the 2026 Budget

8 18

The Economic Development Authority will consider a sign and façade loan application, discuss a settlement, and review SMIF grant opportunities. The board will also receive updates on the Sew Quilty and Dose Family projects.

• High Island Creed Residence Letter
• Settlement Discussion
• Sign and Façade Loan Application
• June Financial Report
• SMIF Grant Opportunities

8 12

The Arlington Public Safety Committee will meet to receive reports from the Police, Fire & Rescue, and Ambulance departments, and will discuss OSHA recommendations regarding equipment storage and a feasibility study. The agenda is largely procedural with these two items as the main topics of discussion.

• OSHA Recommendations/Equipment Storage
• Feasibility Study Discussion

8 12

The Arlington Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive reports from the Police, Fire & Rescue, and Ambulance departments. New business includes discussion of OSHA recommendations and equipment storage, as well as a feasibility study. No decisions are recorded on the agenda.

• OSHA Recommendations/Equipment Storage discussion
• Feasibility Study Discussion

ACC for 08 04

The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on vacating a portion of Fairview Park, consider a property tax abatement, approve a development agreement with Sew Quilty Properties, LLC, and decide on a rezoning. They will also discuss street project updates, ambulance service agreements, and approve bills totaling over $624,000.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 33-2025 to vacate a portion of Fairview Park
• Resolution 30-2025 approving a property tax abatement for certain property
• Resolution 31-2025 approving a development agreement with Sew Quilty Properties, LLC related to PID 31.0884.000
• Rezoning of parcel No. 31.0719.570 via Resolution 32-2025
• Pay request #9 for the 2024 Street and Utility Construction Project and Pay Estimate #1 for the 2025 Street Maintenance Project

7 21

The Economic Development Authority will consider two resolutions: one authorizing a subsidy and another approving a development agreement. The board will also review policies, recap a business hardship program, and receive updates on the Cemstone Property and Dose Family Project.

• Resolution 1-2025 authorizing a subsidy
• Resolution 2-2025 approving a development agreement
• First Right to Purchase discussion
• Update on Cemstone Property
• Dose Family Project update

7 17

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing and discuss a recommendation on a rezoning application for 110 Soeffker Circle. Other business includes re-electing officers, approving minutes, and scheduling training.

• Public hearing for rezoning application at 110 Soeffker Circle (PID #31.0719.570)
• Re-election of officers
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Schedule training

7 17

The Arlington Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 17, 2025, to consider a rezoning application for 110 Soeffker Circle. The proposal would change the property's zoning from R-1 to R-2 to allow construction of a twin home. Residents within the notification area may comment in writing or orally at the hearing.

• Rezoning application for 110 Soeffker Circle (PID 31.0719.570) from R-1 to R-2
• Proposed development: twin home
• Public hearing on July 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 204 Shamrock Drive

7 7

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax abatement for Sew Quilty Properties, LLC to fund a new facility. The abatement would not exceed $18,636 per year for up to 15 years on parcel 31.0884.000. The council will also consider consent agenda items including hiring, liquor licenses, and gambling permits, plus updates on street projects, donations, and policies.

• Public hearing on tax abatement up to $18,636/year for 15 years for Sew Quilty Properties, LLC on parcel 31.0884.000
• Approval of on-sale and Sunday liquor licenses for A-Town Tavern
• Hiring Joshua Goebel as FT Maintenance Worker at $26.03/hour
• Hiring part-time EMTs Macy Anderson and Kaci Wagner, and EMRs Jennifer Mayrand and Mari-Liisa Kalenberg
• Gambling permits for 2B Continued at Arlington Event Center and Sibley East Wolverine Boosters at Sibley County Fair

2025 City of Arlington Annual Financial Report by Abdo

The agenda for this meeting is not available; the text provided is the city's general website content, not a specific meeting agenda. No decisions or discussions are documented.

2025 City of Arlington Financial Statement Presentation Audit by Abdo

The City Council will receive and discuss the 2025 financial statement audit presented by Abdo, the city's auditing firm. This is a routine procedural item with no other business listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of the 2025 City of Arlington Financial Statement Audit by Abdo

6 30

The Arlington EDA is holding a special meeting to hold a public hearing and consider approval of a proposed business subsidy for Sew Quilty, LLC. The meeting will take place at the Arlington Community Center.

• Public hearing on proposed business subsidy for Sew Quilty, LLC
• Consideration of documents for approval of the subsidy

6 16

The Economic Development Authority will discuss setting a public hearing date for a business subsidy for the Sew Quilty project. They will also receive updates on several ongoing projects, including Cemstone Property, Patel Property, Dose Family Project, and Sew Quilty. The May financial report and a repair request from Peeps Repair are also on the agenda.

• Set date for public hearing on Sew Quilty business subsidy
• Update on Cemstone Property
• Update on Patel Property
• Dose Family Project update
• Peeps Repair request from Paul Pieper

6 2

The Arlington City Council will discuss a $682,777.88 pay request for the 2024 Street and Utility Project and a 2025 street maintenance recommendation. They will also consider an easement request for a city lot, a development update on Sew Quilty, and a draft resolution for utilities related to that development. Consent items include approval of bills, meeting minutes, a liquor license for Arlington Raceway, and use of a parking lot for a mobile food program.

• Pay Request #7 for 2024 Street and Utility Project: $682,777.88
• 2025 Street Maintenance Recommendation
• City Lot Easement Request from Jesus Mendoza
• Sew Quilty Development Update and draft resolution for utilities
• On-Sale Liquor License for Arlington Raceway

Council 5 19

The Arlington City Council is holding a special meeting to consider awarding a bid for roof repair at the Arlington Historical Museum. The proposal from Roof Company N.A., Inc. is for $30,500, and the council will decide whether to approve it.

• Bid award for Arlington Museum roof repair: $30,500
• Roof work includes TPO membrane, insulation, and metal coping
• Project address: 322 W Main St, Arlington, MN 55307
• Contractor: Roof Company N.A., Inc., St. Michael, MN

City Council for 5 19

The Arlington City Council is holding a special meeting to award a bid for the Arlington Museum roof repair. This is the sole item on the agenda, and no other business is listed.

• Award bid for Arlington Museum roof repair

5 19

The Arlington Economic Development Authority is meeting to discuss several economic development items, including an update on a nursing home, a business seeking land, downtown signage, and the Adopt A Planter program. They will also review the April financial report and updates on the Cemstone Property and Sew Quilty Project.

• Update on nursing home by Scott and Kristi Dose
• Business looking for land by Sam Ediger Johnson
• Downtown Business Signage discussion
• Update on Adopt A Planter program
• April Financial Report

05 12

The Arlington EDA is holding a special meeting workshop to discuss the Sew Quilty Project. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Workshop to discuss the Sew Quilty Project

5 5

The Arlington City Council will vote on a $429,616.47 pay estimate for the street project, a contract for additional water service at 719 W Chandler St, and several resolutions including property transfers and donations. The agenda also includes proclamations for Police Week and EMS Week, approval of seasonal hires at $17/hr, and liquor license renewals.

• Pay Estimate #6 for Street Project for $429,616.47
• Contract for Additional Water Service at 719 W Chandler St
• Resolution 22-2025 accepting $3,500 donation from McLeod Coop to Arlington Ambulance
• Resolution 23-2025 accepting $3,500 donation from McLeod Coop to Arlington Fire Dept.
• Approval of seasonal hires Landon Fischer, Leyton Dose, and Kenny Perschau at $17/hr

4 21

The Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on a development agreement, Peep's Repair, the nursing home property, and the Patel land. The board will also review the March financial report and receive updates from city council members.

• Development Agreement Update
• Peep's Repair
• Nursing Home Property Update
• Patel Land Update
• March Financial Report

4 17

The Arlington Planning and Zoning Committee will meet to swear in a new member, re-elect officers, and consider a lot combination request. The agenda also includes updates from city council members and miscellaneous business.

• Swearing in of new P&Z Committee Member Rickey Schmidt
• Re-election of officers
• Lot combination request (details not specified)
• Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Arlington Zoning Map 2025

The Arlington City Council is considering adoption of the 2025 Zoning Map, which updates zoning designations across the city. The map shows districts including residential, commercial, industrial, and public/institutional zones. This is a procedural item to formally approve the revised map.

• Adoption of 2025 Zoning Map with updated district boundaries
• Zoning districts include R-1, R-2, R-3, R-MH, B-1, B-2, I-1, I-2, P/I, and R/A
• Map covers entire city limits and parcel boundaries

3 20

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on a rezoning from I-1 (Light Industrial) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial) district. The committee will then discuss and make a recommendation on the rezoning. Other business includes swearing in a new member and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on rezoning I-1 district to I-2 district
• Rezoning discussion and recommendation as new business
• Swearing in of new P&Z Committee member Kaylee Aalfs
• Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

3 17

The Economic Development Authority will review updates on the EDA Land Project, Nursing Home Property, and Cemstone Property, along with the 2024 Annual EDA Report and January and February financial reports. No binding votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.

• Update on EDA Land Project
• Update on Nursing Home Property
• Cemstone Property discussion
• 2024 Annual EDA Report review
• January and February Financial Reports

Spec for 3 10

The Arlington EDA is holding a special meeting workshop to discuss parcel 31.0884.000. No decisions are noted; the agenda is limited to this single discussion item.

• Workshop to discuss parcel 31.0884.000

3 3

The Arlington City Council will vote on an ambulance medical transport contract, approve a replat of Arlington Meadows at 821 7th Ave NW, and consider resolutions accepting a donation and ratifying mayoral appointments. The consent agenda includes approval of bills totaling $161,360.91 for February and $142,820.22 for March, plus licenses for the Sibley County Agriculture Association and a fire department resignation.

• Ambulance Medical Transport Contract with Jaime Weikle
• Resolution 19-2025 approving replat of 821 7th Ave NW (Arlington Meadows)
• Resolution 17-2025 accepting donation and designating its use
• Approval of bills: $161,360.91 (Feb) and $142,820.22 (Mar)
• Gambling and liquor licenses for Sibley County Agriculture Association events

2 20

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider a final replat for the Arlington Meadows property. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Final replat - Arlington Meadows Property

02 18

The Arlington Economic Development Authority will discuss old business including the Cemstone property and a 10-acre lease bid advertisement, and review the December financial report and 2024 year-end loan summary. A hotel feasibility study prepared by Minnesota State University, Mankato is included in the agenda materials, recommending a 10-room hotel at a site near Highway 5.

• Cemstone property brainstorming for potential amenities or a fire hall
• 10-acre lease bid re-advertisement for up to one year
• December financial report review
• 2024 year-end loan summary review
• Hotel feasibility study recommending a 10-room hotel at Site 2 near Highway 5 and Arlington Event Center

Meeting

The Arlington Ambulance Committee will meet to discuss proposed ambulance billing rates for 2021. The agenda includes old and new business, with the main item being a discussion on rate adjustments.

• Discussion on Ambulance billing rates for 2021

2 3

The Arlington City Council will vote on ambulance medical transport and intercept agreements, discuss library policies, and consider purchasing transformers pending utility committee recommendations. The consent agenda includes approval of bills, minutes, licenses, and personnel actions. Several resolutions on donations, fund transfers, and mayoral appointments are also on the agenda.

• Ambulance Medical Transport Contract and Intercept Agreement
• Library Policies discussion
• Purchase of transformers – pending utility committee recommendations
• Resolution 14-2025-A accepting a donation and designating its use
• Resolution 15-2025-A transferring city funds

1 16

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider a replat application and hold a rezoning discussion. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Replat application under old business
• Rezoning discussion under old business
• Approval of December 5, 2024 meeting minutes

1 6

The Arlington City Council will consider several resolutions to start the new year, including appointing an interim city administrator, accepting three donations, and approving a replat of High Isleance Creed Addition lots. The council will also hold a second reading of Ordinance 313, Chapter 4, and discuss a tax abatement update, an electrical system study, and a feasibility study for USDA grant/loan programs. Consent agenda items include hiring an EMT and appointing fire department officers.

• Resolution 7-2025 appointing an interim city administrator
• Resolutions 10-2025, 11-2025, and 12-2025 accepting donations and designating their use
• Resolution 13-2025 approving the replat of High Isleance Creed Addition lots (PID 31.0719.440 and 31.0719.460)
• Second reading of Ordinance 313, Chapter 4, and Resolution 8-2025 for its summary publication
• Proposed access plan for the community storm shelter

01 02

The Economic Development Authority will consider old business including the Cemstone property and a 10-acre lease bid advertisement, along with new business such as the city administrator's leave of absence, November financial reports, a year-end review, and setting 2025 goals. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Cemstone property discussion
• 10-acre lease bid advertisement
• City administrator's leave of absence
• November financial reports
• 2025 goals setting