Belle Plaine, Minnesota

City Council

Design Committee

City Council

Finance Ways and Means Committee

Planning and Zoning Commission

Economic Development Authority

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

Design Committee

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee

Planning and Zoning Commission

Economic Development Authority

City Council

City Council

Parks Commission

City Council

City Council

Design Committee

Economic Development Authority

Planning and Zoning Commission

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

City Council

City Council

City Council

Design Committee

City Council

Economic Development Authority

Planning and Zoning Commission

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee

City Council

Parks Commission

City Council

Design Committee

City Council

City Council

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee

Planning and Zoning Commission

Economic Development Authority

Parks Commission

City Council

City Council

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

Parks Commission

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a home addition and the rezoning of a lot in Valley Business Park Fourth to allow for contractor storage garages. The body will also discuss the creation of a Tax Increment Financing District for the CVF Motorsports Inc. project.

• Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I-C Industrial/Commercial to I-2 General Industrial District
• Conditional use permit and site plan for contractor storage garages at Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth
• Non-conformance expansion permit for a 780 square foot home addition at 614 Main Street West
• Resolution 26-088 approving ROSE Program Loan terms for NCS Holdings at 115 Main Street East
• Cooperative Construction Agreement for the TH 25/CSAH 3 Roundabout Project

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Finance Ways and Means Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting. The committee will also discuss the city's Financial Management Plan.

• Approve agenda
• Approve Finance Ways and Means minutes of June 15, 2026
• Discuss Financial Management Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the use of e-bikes and electric scooters on sidewalks and trails. The body will also discuss employee breaks.

• Discussion regarding e-bikes and electric scooters on trails and sidewalks
• Discussion regarding employee breaks

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a non-conformance expansion and a rezoning request. The body will also consider a conditional use permit and site plan for contractor storage garages.

• Non-Conformance Expansion at 614 Main Street West (Resolution PZ 26-08)
• Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I-C Industrial/Commercial to I-2 General Industrial District (Ordinance 26-04)
• Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for contractor storage garages at Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth (Resolution PZ 26-10)

Economic Development Authority

The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss a ROSE loan request for a property at 115 Main Street East. The body will also review administrative reports and updates.

• ROSE Loan Request: 115 Main Street East

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review project updates for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Facility entrance, 2026 and 2027 improvement projects, and pavement maintenance. The meeting will also include a discussion on a storm sewer issue at Trinity Church.

• Discussion: Trinity Church/Church Street Storm Sewer
• Update: WWTF Entrance Project
• Update: 2026 Improvement Project
• Update: 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project
• Update: 2027 Improvement Project

General

The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority is holding a hybrid work session. The meeting features a guest presentation on developer requirements and industrial project fit for the community.

• Presentation by Maureen Michalski of Ryan Companies on industrial project site evaluation

General

The Belle Plaine Design Committee will meet to discuss a specific property update. The session includes a review of a façade update for 115 Main Street East presented by Nick Schmidt.

• Façade update for 115 Main Street East

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several operational and planning items. The meeting includes discussions on facility dates, infrastructure, and community values for the 2050 Comp Plan.

• Aquatic Center closing date
• Waste Water Treatment Facility
• Food Trucks – Restaurants
• 2050 Comp Plan – Community Values

City Council

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Belle Plaine Finance Ways and Means Committee will discuss preparation of the city's 2027 budget. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for discussion only. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and minutes approval.

• Discussion of 2027 budget preparation

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will review and discuss the Community Values section of the city's Comprehensive Plan update. No formal decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only. The meeting also includes routine reports and scheduling of the next regular session.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update – Community Values

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review updates on current pavement and improvement projects. The body will also discuss the 2027 Improvement Project and planned capital purchases for 2026 and 2027.

• WWTF Entrance Project update
• 2026 Improvement Project and Pavement Maintenance Project updates
• Roadway Ditch Maintenance
• Aquatic Center closing date discussion
• 2026 & 2027 PW Capital Planned Purchases

Public Works Committee

The Public Safety committee will meet to discuss updates regarding the police facility, a forfeiture vehicle, and Ridgeview Ambulance.

• Police facility update
• Forfeiture vehicle
• Ridgeview Ambulance

Economic Development Authority

The Commission approved the meeting agenda, May 11 minutes, and the Treasurer's Report. Discussion occurred regarding mobile food unit distance rules and business parking during All Wheel Wednesdays. The Commission reached a consensus to use AI to collate answers for the What Powers Local Business Survey.

• Approved June 8 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Agreed to use AI to collate survey answers

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss community values as part of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update – Community Values

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Finance Ways and Means Committee will meet to discuss staffing and efficiency. The meeting also includes the approval of the May 18, 2026, minutes.

• Discussion regarding staffing and efficiency

The Finance Ways and Means Committee approved its June 1 agenda and the May 18 minutes, each by unanimous aye votes. Council members directed Public Works and Community Development to prepare cost and staffing reports for future review. The meeting was adjourned at 3:55 PM by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved May 18 minutes (all ayes)
• Directed Public Works to report outsourced mechanic cost offsets
• Directed Public Works to list in‑house vs outsourced projects
• Directed Community Development to compare inspector staffing models
• Adjourned meeting at 3:55 PM (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will review a consent agenda including seasonal staffing and public improvements. The meeting includes a discussion on the Minnesota State Flag and payment requests for the 2026 Street Improvement Project.

• Acceptance of a $20,000.00 donation from Belle Plaine Friends of the Library for the library addition
• Road closure and large assembly permit for Bar-B-Q Days Celebration on July 17, 18 and 19, 2026
• Pay requests for Wm. Mueller & Sons, Inc. regarding the 2026 Street Improvement Project
• Resolution 26-067 accepting public improvements for Brecken Place No. 2
• Resolution 26-068 adopting the Special Assessment for Delinquent Fire Bills

The Belle Plaine City Council approved the Consent Agenda, which included a large assembly permit and road closure for the Bar‑B‑Q Days celebration, a temporary strong‑beer license, a $20,000 library donation, a special fire‑bill assessment, the Scott County All‑Hazard Mitigation Plan, and staff appointments. The Council also approved payment claims totaling $452,292.03 for street‑improvement and wastewater‑treatment projects. No action was taken on the Minnesota State Flag discussion. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved Large Assembly Permit and Road Closure for Bar‑B‑Q Days (all aye)
• Approved Temporary On‑Sale Strong Beer License for Bar‑B‑Q Days (all aye)
• Accepted $20,000 donation for Belle Plaine Library addition (all aye)
• Adopted Special Assessment for Delinquent Fire Bills (all aye)
• Adopted Scott County All‑Hazard Mitigation Plan (all aye)
• Appointed Part‑Time Public Works Seasonal Employee Logan Hoen (all aye)
• Appointed Seasonal Aquatic Staff for 2026 Aquatic Center season (all aye)
• Approved payment claims totaling $452,292.03 for street and WWTF projects (all aye)

Parks Commission

The Belle Plaine Parks Commission approved the meeting agenda and the April 20, 2026 minutes, each with all members voting aye. The commission also adopted a set of 2026 park improvement goals, including an adaptive playground at Heritage Square Park, a pickleball court at Century Park, and other projects. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved April 20, 2026 minutes (all voted aye)
• Adopted 2026 park improvement goals (decision made, no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed (all voted aye)

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Finance Ways and Means Committee will hold a meeting on May 18, 2026. The committee will discuss capital matters, the city's Financial Management Plan, and schedule the next Finance Ways and Means meeting. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of capital matters
• Discussion of the Financial Management Plan
• Discussion of scheduling the next Finance Ways and Means meeting

The Finance Ways and Means Committee approved its agenda and the May 5, 2026 minutes unanimously. The council directed Finance Director Jirik to flag the Emergency Management Mobile Command Center or K‑9 unit for further discussion and possible fund reallocation toward future drone upgrades, and asked Police Sergeant Vycital to report on drone technology. The council also scheduled Finance Ways and Means meetings for June 1 and June 15, and voted to cancel the July 6th City Council meeting.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved May 5, 2026 minutes (all aye)
• Directed Finance Director to flag Emergency Management Mobile Command Center or K‑9 unit for additional discussion
• Directed Police Sergeant Vycital to bring back information on drone technology
• Directed Public Works Department to review 2026‑2027 proposed purchases
• Scheduled Finance Ways and Means meeting June 1 at 3:00 PM
• Scheduled Finance Ways and Means meeting June 15 at 3:00 PM
• Canceled July 6th City Council meeting

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will consider several public‑hearing items, including a new liquor license for The Shipwreck at 110 North Meridian Street, annual liquor license renewals, and a conditional use permit for an auto dealership at 121 Meridian Street South. The council will also vote on a resolution to advertise bids for the TH 25 and CSAH 3 Main Street roundabout project under the FY 2026 Metro Local Partnership Program. Additional items on the consent agenda include appointing aquatic staff, union memoranda of understanding, a donation of popsicles for the police department, and a premise permit for the Chamber of Commerce at El Loro Mexican Restaurant. Department reports and routine business will be presented, and the meeting will conclude with announcements of upcoming events.

• Resolution 26-057: Liquor License for The Shipwreck at 110 North Meridian Street
• Resolution 26-058: Annual renewal of liquor licenses for 2026/2027
• Resolution 26-059: Conditional use permit for an auto dealership at 121 Meridian Street South
• Resolution 26-063: Authorizing advertisement for bids for the TH 25 and CSAH 3 Main Street roundabout project
• Resolution 26-062: Accepting a donation of popsicles for the Belle Plaine Police Department

The council approved several items on the consent agenda, including the May 4 meeting minutes, lifeguard appointments, union MOUs, a popsicle donation, and a premise permit for the Chamber of Commerce. It granted a new on‑sale/off‑sale liquor license to The Shipwreck at 110 North Meridian Street and renewed all existing liquor licenses for 2026‑2027. The council also approved a conditional use permit allowing an auto dealership at 121 Meridian Street South. Additional actions included approving $229,435.54 in city claims and authorizing advertisement for bids on the TH 25 and CSAH 3 Main Street roundabout project.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, lifeguard appointments, union MOUs, donation, premise permit) – all voted aye
• Approved Resolution 26-057 granting liquor license to The Shipwreck, 110 N. Meridian St – all voted aye
• Approved Resolution 26-058 renewing all 2026‑2027 liquor licenses – all voted aye
• Approved Resolution 26-059 conditional use permit for auto dealership at 121 Meridian St South – all voted aye
• Approved Presentation of Claims totaling $229,435.54 – all voted aye
• Approved Resolution 26-063 authorizing advertisement for bids on TH 25 and CSAH 3 Main Street roundabout – all voted aye

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items. Council members will hear information about the city’s electric‑vehicle fleet from Gwen Wooten. They will also consider a potential HRA First‑Time Home Buyer program and receive an update on the demographic data for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Electric Vehicle Fleet Information – presentation by Gwen Wooten
• Potential HRA First Time Home Buyer Program
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Demographic Update

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and later adjourned the session. Council members reached a consensus to continue exploring options for an electric vehicle fleet after a presentation by the Community Development Director and a Green Corps member. The council also agreed to move forward with next steps for a potential HRA First‑Time Home Buyer program.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)
• Council consensus to continue exploring electric vehicle fleet options
• Council consensus to move forward with next steps for potential HRA First‑Time Home Buyer program

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss general projects and processes. The body will receive updates on several 2026 improvement and maintenance projects.

• Update on Buffalo/Prairie Streets
• Update on WWTF Entrance Project
• Update on 2026 Improvement Project
• Update on 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project
• Discussion regarding garbage cans along trails

Economic Development Authority

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 13 minutes. Commissioners also voted unanimously to adjourn the session. The commission reached consensus to advance the HRA First‑Time Home Buyer program and to table further discussion of mobile food‑truck operations for a future meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:01 PM (unanimous)
• Consensus to move forward with HRA First‑Time Home Buyer program
• Consensus to table mobile food‑truck discussion for a future meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for automobile sales. The body will also discuss the demographic profile for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit for automobile sales at 121 Meridian Street South
• Resolution PZ 26-07 recommending City Council approval of an auto dealership at 121 Meridian Street South
• Discussion of 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update – Demographic Profile

The Belle Plaine Planning & Zoning Commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. After a public hearing, the commission voted to close the hearing and adopted Resolution PZ 26-07, recommending the City Council approve a conditional use permit for an auto dealership at 121 Meridian Street South. The commission also reviewed the 2050 Comprehensive Plan demographic profile.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on 121 Meridian Street South (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution PZ 26-07 recommending city council approve conditional use permit for auto dealership (unanimous)

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Finance Ways and Means Committee will meet to discuss utility rates and health insurance. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 6, 2026.

• Discussion of utility rates
• Discussion of health insurance

The committee approved its agenda and the April 6 minutes unanimously. Discussions were held on utility rates, health insurance, and scheduling the next meeting, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded on those topics.

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council approved $129,954.50 in reviewed claims. It also approved the consent agenda, which included the 2025 Performance Measurement Report and the transfer of a 2004 fire‑department trailer to Public Works. A resolution to add Pickle Ball Courts (Resolution 26‑014A and B) was tabled. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous aye)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes, 2025 performance report, and trailer transfer (unanimous aye)
• Approved reviewed claims totaling $129,954.50 (unanimous aye)
• Tabled Resolution 26-014A and B for Pickle Ball Court addition (unanimous aye)
• Adopted proclamation for Skilled Nursing Facilities Week, May 10‑16, 2026 (unanimous aye)

Parks Commission

The Belle Plaine Parks Commission will meet to review the Park Fund 205 budget. The body will also discuss updates regarding pickleball courts and establish goals for 2026.

• Park Fund 205 Budget Update
• Pickle Ball Courts update
• 2026 Parks Commission Goals

The Belle Plaine Parks Commission approved the meeting agenda, the February 20 minutes, and the Treasurer's park fund budget report. The meeting was then adjourned. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved February 20 minutes (all aye)
• Approved Treasurer's Park Fund 205 budget report (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:47 PM (all aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure and planning items. The meeting focuses on a sewer backup on Buffalo Street and updates regarding the police facility.

• Buffalo Street sewer backup
• Police facility update
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update community survey tool

The Belle Plaine City Council approved the meeting agenda with all members voting aye. The council then adjourned the meeting at 8:49 PM, again with all members voting aye. No other actions were decided during this work session.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:49 PM (all aye)

City Council

The council adopted the Police Department Contract (Resolution 26-047) and closed two 2015 General Obligation Bonds, transferring funds as outlined in Resolution 26-048. It approved an 85% impervious‑surface variance for St. Johns Lutheran Church (Resolution 26-049A) and vacated drainage and utility easements in Valley Business Park Third (Resolution 26-050 A). The council also approved the preliminary and final plats for Valley Business Park Fourth (Resolutions 26-051 and 26-052) and awarded the 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project to Pearson Bros., Inc. (Resolution 26-053). All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved Police Department Contract (Resolution 26-047) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Approved Closing of 2015A and 2015B General Obligation Bonds and fund transfers (Resolution 26-048) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Approved 85% impervious‑surface variance for St. Johns Lutheran Church (Resolution 26-049A) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Approved Vacation of drainage and utility easements in Valley Business Park Third (Resolution 26-050 A) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Valley Business Park Fourth (Resolution 26-051) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Approved Final Plat of Valley Business Park Fourth (Resolution 26-052) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Approved award of 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project to Pearson Bros., Inc. (Resolution 26-053) – ALL VOTED AYE
• Accepted 2025 Audit Report and Management Letter – ALL VOTED AYE

City Council

The City Council is scheduled to conduct tours of the Waste Water Treatment Facility and the Water Treatment Facility. The meeting consists of these tours and does not list any other business for decision.

• Tour of Waste Water Treatment Facility
• Tour of Water Treatment Facility

The Belle Plaine City Council met on April 16, 2026 for guided tours of the Water Treatment Facility and the Waste Water Treatment Facility. Councilmembers Hartmann, Otto, Stacey, and Theas, along with Mayor Evans and staff, visited the sites. No motions, approvals, or other formal actions were taken during this meeting.

Public Works Committee

The Belle Plaine Public Safety Committee will meet on April 14, 2026 at the police department basement/training room. The committee will discuss contracted employment for police officers, signage in the Provence area, and provide an update on the police facility. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; information will be provided at the meeting.

• Contracted employment for police officers
• Signage in Provence
• Police facility update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss local business power and hold a roundtable with developers. The body will also review the treasurer's report and approve bills.

• EDA Engagement: Exploring What Powers Local Business
• City Roundtable with Developers

The Belle Plaine Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend the City Council approve a variance allowing 85 percent impervious surface coverage on the church’s lot at 148 Chestnut Street South. The commission also approved resolutions recommending council approval of a preliminary and a final plat for Valley Business Park Fourth. All motions carried with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved Resolution PZ 26-04 recommending council approve 85% impervious surface variance (Duklet, Schmitz, Crosby, Romness ayes; Eggers abstained)
• Approved Resolution PZ 26-05 recommending council approve preliminary plat for Valley Business Park Fourth (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution PZ 26-06 recommending council approve final plat for Valley Business Park Fourth (all ayes)

Economic Development Authority

The Belle Plaine Planning & Zoning Commission will hear public comment on a variance request to increase impervious surface coverage at 148 Chestnut Street South for St. Johns Lutheran Church. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat for Valley Business Park Fourth and consider resolutions recommending city council approval of the variance, the preliminary plat, and a final plat for the same business park. A discussion of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update and community engagement is also on the agenda.

• Variance request to allow 85% impervious surface coverage at 148 Chestnut Street South (Resolution PZ 26-04)
• Public hearing on preliminary plat for Valley Business Park Fourth (Resolution PZ 26-05)
• Resolution PZ 26-06 recommending city council approve final plat for Valley Business Park Fourth
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan update – community engagement discussion
• Recognition of involved citizens (up to three 3‑minute statements, no official action)

The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority approved its meeting agenda, the minutes from the March 9, 2026 session, and the Treasurer’s Report as presented. Each motion passed with all members voting aye. The board then adjourned the meeting at 5:48 PM.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved March 9, 2026 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:48 PM (all voted aye)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will review and vote on a range of items, including appointments to the fire department and the aquatic center, a $20,000 donation for Meadow Park field updates, and several large‑assembly permits for community events. The council will also discuss the award of the bid for the 2026 Improvement Project. Additional agenda items include a public forum, department reports, and routine administrative business.

• Resolution 26-042 appointing David Buck and Blaine Zikuda to the Belle Plaine Fire Department
• Resolution 26-043 accepting a $20,000 donation from the Metro Baseball League and the Belle Plaine Youth Baseball Association for Meadow Park field updates
• Resolution 26-045 appointing Emmett Gerres as Aquatic Center Assistant Manager for 2026
• Large Assembly Permit approvals for the Belle Plaine Festival, Trinity Lutheran School track & field event, and Historical Society open house events in 2026
• Resolution 26-046 consideration of awarding the bid for the 2026 Improvement Project

The Belle Plaine City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which covered the April 6 regular and work session minutes, adopted the police department contract (Resolution 26-047), and closed two 2015 general‑obligation bonds while transferring funds (Resolution 26-048).

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda items, including police contract and bond closures (all ayes)

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Finance Ways and Means Committee will review and discuss the Financial Management Plan, consider related benefits, and set the agenda for the next meeting. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Financial Management Plan
• Discussion of Benefits
• Discussion of scheduling the next Finance Ways and Means meeting

The Finance Ways and Means Committee approved the agenda and the March 10, 2026 minutes, each with all members voting aye. The committee reached consensus to move forward with Option 3, which provides cost savings of $3,289.89. It also set the next meeting for May 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM, where the City Utility Rate Study will be discussed. The meeting was adjourned at 4:33 PM.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (all voted aye)
• Consensus to adopt Option 3 with $3,289.89 savings
• Scheduled next Finance Ways and Means meeting for May 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM
• Adjourned meeting at 4:33 PM (all voted aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Waste Water Treatment Facility and the use of work session video. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion regarding Waste Water Treatment Facility
• Discussion regarding Work Session Video

The Belle Plaine City Council met for a work session on April 20, 2026. The agenda was approved and three discussion items were presented: a sewer backup on Buffalo Street, an update on the police facility, and a community survey tool for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled.

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will hold an orientation session on Monday, March 24, 2026, at City Hall. The meeting is scheduled to run from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The agenda indicates a possible quorum of the Council will be present.

• Council Orientation session
• Meeting scheduled for 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• Council Chambers at City Hall

The Belle Plaine City Council met for an orientation on March 30, 2026. Department heads presented brief overviews of their areas. No votes, approvals, or formal actions were taken.

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will hold a closed session on March 16, 2026, to discuss the potential sale of two identified properties, PID 201200021 and PID 201200022. The meeting is called under Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05, subd. 3(c). No other agenda items are listed.

• Potential sale of property PID 201200021
• Potential sale of property PID 201200022

The Belle Plaine City Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The council closed the session to consider the possible sale of properties PID 201200021 and 201200022. Motions to adjourn the closed meeting and the overall meeting both passed with all members voting aye.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Closed meeting to consider sale of properties PID 201200021 and 201200022
• Adjourned closed meeting (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will approve its consent agenda, appoint Shane Theas to fill a council vacancy, and receive department reports. Public hearings will address an off‑sale liquor license for Praire Liquors at 904 E. Main Street and a conduit bond for the Belle Plaine Lutheran Home. The council will also consider a Clean Water Revolving Fund application and a $6,155.22 donation to the fire department.

• Resolution 26-037: Accept donation of $6,155.22 from the Belle Plaine Fire Relief Association
• Public hearing on Liquor License for Praire Liquors, 904 E. Main Street (Resolution 26-039)
• Public hearing on Conduit Bond for Belle Plaine Lutheran Home (Resolution 26-040)
• Resolution 26-041: Application for the Public Facilities Authority Clean Water Revolving Fund
• Resolution 26-034: Appoint Shane Theas as City Councilmember to fill vacancy

The Belle Plaine City Council unanimously approved its consent agenda, appointing Shane Theas and accepting a $6,155.22 donation. It granted an off‑sale liquor license to Praire Liquors at 904 E. Main Street and approved a revenue‑refunding note for The Lutheran Home. The council also approved $142,117.91 in claims and an application to the Clean Water Revolving Fund.

• Approved Consent Agenda items including appointment of Shane Theas (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-039 off‑sale liquor license for Praire Liquors at 904 E. Main St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-040 issuance of a 501(c)(3) revenue‑refunding note for The Lutheran Home (unanimous)
• Approved $142,117.91 in reviewed claims (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-041 application to Public Facilities Authority Clean Water Revolving Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of $6,155.22 from Belle Plaine Fire Relief Association (unanimous)
• Authorized Brady Hartmann as signatory to execute financial transactions for the city (unanimous)
• Amended the City Council Public Forum Policy effective March 16, 2026 (unanimous)

Finance Ways and Means Committee

The Finance Ways and Means Committee will meet to discuss the city's assessment policy. The committee will also determine the date for the next meeting.

• Discussion regarding Assessment Policy

The Finance Ways and Means Committee met on March 10, 2026. The members approved the agenda as presented, approved the minutes of December 10, 2025, and then adjourned the meeting. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss local business engagement and housing and income demographics. The body will also review the treasurer's report and approve bills.

• EDA Engagement – Exploring What Powers Local Business
• Belle Plaine Housing & Income Demographics

The board approved the meeting agenda, the February 9 minutes, and the Treasurer's Report, each with all members voting aye. It decided not to authorize the requested $5,000 expenditure for the EDA engagement survey, opting instead for staff‑led public outreach. The meeting was adjourned with all members voting aye.

• Agenda approved (all aye)
• February 9 minutes approved (all aye)
• Treasurer's Report approved (all aye)
• Requested $5,000 EDA engagement expenditure not approved
• Meeting adjourned (all aye)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council special session is set for March 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM in City Hall. The agenda lists only a City Council Interviews item. No specific actions, votes, or contracts are proposed.

The council interviewed nine applicants for the vacant city council position. After discussion, members reached a consensus on the top candidates. Staff was directed to offer the seat to the top candidate. No vote tally was recorded.

• Directed staff to offer council seat to top candidate (consensus)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will hold a work session to discuss several policy topics. Items include committee appointments, the public forum policy, the state flag, and immigration enforcement (ICE). No formal decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Committee Appointments
• Discussion of Public Forum Policy
• Discussion of Minnesota State Flag
• Discussion of ICE (immigration enforcement)

The Belle Plaine City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The council decided to adjust committee appointments, with adoption set for the March 16 meeting. It also agreed to revise the Public Forum Policy, to be adopted at the March 16 meeting. No action was taken on the Minnesota State Flag request or the ICE request.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to adjust committee appointments (adoption scheduled for March 16)
• Agreed to adjust public forum policy (adoption scheduled for March 16)
• No action on MN State Flag request
• No action on ICE request
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Design Committee

The Belle Plaine Design Committee will hold its regular meeting on March 2, 2026. The committee will approve the meeting agenda and the December 1, 2025 minutes. It will also discuss the duties of the Design Committee and hear commissioner comments.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of December 1, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of Design Committee duties
• Commissioner comments
• Planning of upcoming meetings

General

The Finance Ways and Means committee will meet to discuss capital. The meeting also includes the approval of the December 10, 2025, minutes.

• Discussion regarding capital

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the December 10, 2025 minutes. No policy or budget items were decided. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved December 10, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will approve minutes from February, a purchase agreement with Legacy Crossing, LLC, and a bid award for the WWTF Entrance Improvement Project. The meeting also includes a St. Patrick's Day proclamation and department reports.

• Approval of purchase agreement with Legacy Crossing, LLC
• Awarding bid for WWTF Entrance Improvement Project
• Pay Request No. 7 to Rochon Corporation for Belle Plaine Library Addition Project
• Approval of Regular Session and Work Session minutes from February 17 and 20, 2026
• St. Patrick's Day Proclamation

The council approved the consent agenda, which included Resolution 26-033 approving a purchase agreement with Legacy Crossing, LLC. It also approved a $577,904.57 claim for the library addition project and adopted Resolution 26-032 awarding the bid for the WWTF entrance improvement. All motions passed with unanimous ayes.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution 26-033 purchase agreement with Legacy Crossing, LLC (all ayes)
• Approved claim payment of $577,904.57 to Rochon Corporation for library addition project (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 26-032 awarding bid for WWTF Entrance Improvement Project (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council is scheduled to attend the 2026 Belle Plaine Chamber and EDA Gala. This is a notice of event rather than a formal business meeting.

• 2026 Belle Plaine Chamber and EDA Gala at Oldenburg Brewery

City Council

The council will vote on Resolution 26-030 to appoint James Evans as mayor and declare a councilmember vacancy effective February 20, 2026. An oath of office will be administered to Mayor Evans. The council will also consider Resolution 26-031 to authorize Mayor Evans to sign financial transactions for the city at designated depositories.

• Resolution 26-030: Appoint James Evans as mayor and declare councilmember vacancy (effective Feb 20, 2026)
• Oath of office for James Evans, mayor
• Resolution 26-031: Authorize Mayor Evans as signatory for city financial transactions at designated depositories

The council unanimously approved Resolution 26-030, appointing James Evans as mayor and declaring a councilmember vacancy effective February 20, 2026. It also unanimously approved Resolution 26-031, authorizing Mayor Evans to sign financial transactions for the city at designated depositories. Both resolutions were adopted with all votes recorded as aye.

• Appointed James Evans as mayor (all ayes)
• Declared councilmember vacancy effective Feb 20, 2026 (all ayes)
• Authorized James Evans as city financial signatory (all ayes)
• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:05 PM (3-1)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council meeting on February 17, 2026 will include discussion of the city's assessment policy. Council members will also discuss public safety meeting structures, vacancy issues, overall goals, and ways to save resources. The agenda lists only discussion items and does not specify any formal decisions.

• Assessment Policy – discussion
• Public Safety Meetings – discussion
• Vacancy – discussion
• Goals – discussion
• Ways to Save – discussion

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It reached consensus to appoint James Evans as mayor for the rest of the term and to table discussions on public safety meetings, goals, and ways to save. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Consented to table public safety meetings discussion
• Consented to table goals discussion
• Consented to table ways to save discussion
• Approved appointment of James Evans as mayor (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will meet to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss a budget update for the Park Fund 205. The agenda includes a discussion on pickleball courts and the commission's goals for 2026.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of January 20, 2026, Regular Session Minutes
• Park Fund 205 Budget Update
• Discussion on Pickle Ball Courts
• Discussion on 2026 Parks Commission Goals

The Parks Commission approved its agenda, elected officers, and accepted the January 20 minutes and the Treasurer's report. It voted to return the pickle ball court proposal to the City Council for further review. The meeting was adjourned at 5:26 PM.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Elected Molly Moonen as Chair (all aye)
• Elected Hope Lawler as Vice Chair (all aye)
• Elected Doug Crosby as Secretary (all aye)
• Approved January 20, 2026 minutes (all aye)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (all aye)
• Sent pickle ball court proposal back to Council for review (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:26 PM (all aye)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will hold an open time to meet with auditors at City Hall’s Front Conference Room on February 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM. The notice indicates a possible quorum of council members may be present. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed.

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will vote on several items, including accepting Mayor Ryan Ladd's resignation and declaring the mayoral vacancy effective February 17, 2026. A public hearing will be held on a preliminary plat for St. John Church, and the Council will consider resolutions approving a final plat for the church, a minor subdivision at 919 Church Street West, and plans and specifications for the 2026 Improvement Project. Additional business includes a resolution on revenue‑refunding notes for local nonprofit projects.

• Resolution 26-027: Accept resignation of Mayor Ryan Ladd and declare vacancy effective Feb 17 2026
• Resolution 26-023: Approve preliminary plat for St. John Church (public hearing)
• Resolution 26-024: Approve final plat for St. John Church
• Resolution 26-025: Approve minor subdivision at 919 Church Street West
• Resolution 26-026: Approve plans/specifications and authorize advertisement for bids for the 2026 Improvement Project

The council approved Resolution 26-027, accepting Mayor Ryan Ladd's resignation and declaring the mayoral position vacant. It also approved a temporary on‑sale liquor license for an Our Lady of the Prairie Church event on April 25, 2026, and accepted a $30 donation for the Youth Sport Grant program. Additional actions included approving a $214,724.20 payment to Rochon Corporation for the library addition and authorizing several plat and subdivision approvals for St. John Church and 919 Church Street West. All motions passed with all members voting aye.

• Accepted Mayor Ryan Ladd's resignation, declaring vacancy (Resolution 26-027)
• Approved temporary on‑sale liquor license for Our Lady of the Prairie Church event (April 25, 2026)
• Accepted $30 donation from Victor and Michelle Garcia for Youth Sport Grant (Resolution 26-029)
• Approved payment request of $214,724.20 to Rochon Corp for library addition (Pay Request No. 8)
• Approved Resolution 26-021 giving preliminary approval for revenue‑refunding note issuance for Lutheran Home projects
• Approved Resolution 26-023 approving preliminary plat for St. John Church
• Approved Resolution 26-024 approving final plat for St. John Church
• Approved Resolution 26-025 approving minor subdivision at 919 Church Street West

Public Works Committee

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to elect officers and review the body's roles, responsibilities, and goals. The meeting also includes the approval of bills and minutes from the January 12, 2026 session.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of EDA roles and responsibilities
• Discussion of EDA goals
• Approval of bills

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 12, 2026 session. Commissioners elected Sarah Duklet as President, James Evans as Vice President, Ashley Buck as Treasurer, and Rick Krant as Assistant Treasurer, all by unanimous vote. The Treasurer's Report was approved and the meeting was adjourned at 5:54 PM.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Elected Sarah Duklet as President (all voted aye)
• Elected James Evans as Vice President (all voted aye)
• Elected Ashley Buck as Treasurer (all voted aye)
• Elected Rick Krant as Assistant Treasurer (all voted aye)
• Approved January 12, 2026 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:54 PM (all voted aye)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions regarding preliminary and final plats for St. Johns Church. The body will also discuss a minor subdivision at 919 Church Street West and the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update.

• Public hearing and Resolution PZ 26-01 for St. Johns Church preliminary plat
• Resolution PZ 26-02 for St. Johns Church final plat
• Resolution PZ 26-03 for minor subdivision at 919 Church Street West
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Oaths of office for Jim Eggers, Antionette Walsh, Shelia Schmitz, and Brian Romness

The Belle Plaine Planning & Zoning Commission elected new officers, approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, and adopted three resolutions recommending the City Council approve a preliminary plat, a final plat, and a minor subdivision for St. Johns Church. All actions were approved unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 PM.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Elected Brian Romness as Chair (all aye)
• Elected Sheila Schmitz as Vice Chair (all aye)
• Approved Resolution PZ 26-01 recommending City Council approve preliminary plat for St. Johns Church (all aye)
• Approved Resolution PZ 26-02 recommending City Council approve final plat for St. Johns Church (all aye)
• Approved Resolution PZ 26-03 recommending City Council approve minor subdivision at 919 Church Street West (all aye)
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2025; October 6, 2025; and January 20, 2026 (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 PM (all aye)

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a closed session. The purpose of the meeting is the preliminary consideration of allegations against an individual subject to council authority.

• Closed session pursuant to Mn. Stat. Sec. 13D.05, subd. 2(b)

The Belle Plaine City Council approved the meeting agenda with all members voting aye. The council then adjourned the closed session, also with all members voting aye. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will meet to conduct a pinning ceremony for Officer Jake Schneider and review department reports. The body is scheduled to vote on resolutions regarding a police task force and a fire department appointment.

• Resolution 26-019: Joint Powers Agreement for Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force
• Resolution 26-020: Appointment of Kyle Sammons as Lieutenant with the Belle Plaine Fire Department
• Pinning ceremony for Officer Jake Schneider

The Belle Plaine City Council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included the January 20 minutes, a joint powers agreement for a Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force, and the appointment of Kyle Sammons as fire lieutenant. The council also approved reviewed claims totaling $527,774.34. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda, including Jan 20 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 26-019, joint powers agreement for Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 26-020, appointment of Kyle Sammons as fire lieutenant (all ayes)
• Approved reviewed claims in the amount of $527,774.34 (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:26 PM (all ayes)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council meeting on February 2, 2026 includes discussion of refuse hauler services, the city's goals, potential cost‑saving measures, and an update to the comprehensive plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda. The items are presented as discussion topics for council consideration.

• Refuse hauler services
• City goals
• Ways to save money
• Comprehensive plan update

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The council reached a majority consensus to move forward with construction documents for the proposed remodel and addition to the Public Safety Facility.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Council agreed to proceed with construction documents for Public Safety Facility (majority consensus)

General

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances regarding the sale and use of THC and cannabis products. The body is also deciding on the addition of dugouts at Meadow Park and pickleball courts at Chatfield Park. Other items include a fee schedule amendment for additional household pets.

• Ordinance 26-01: Adding a special license fee for additional cats or dogs per household
• Ordinance 26-02 and 26-03: Repealing and replacing codes for THC and cannabis product sale and use
• Resolution 26-013: Use of Parks Commission Funds for dugouts at Meadow Park
• Resolution 26-014: Use of Parks Commission Funds for pickleball courts at Chatfield Park
• Resolution 26-016: Bids for Belle Plaine Waste Water Treatment Facility Access Road Improvements

The council approved the consent agenda, including several resolutions, with a 4‑1 vote. They authorized payment of $191,485.35 in reviewed claims. Resolution 26‑013A authorizing dugouts at Meadow Park passed 4‑1. The council tabled the pickle‑ball court proposals and approved a resolution supporting the dissolution of the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor Coalition.

• Approved consent agenda (Resolution 26‑017, 26‑008, 26‑012, etc.) – vote 4‑1
• Approved $191,485.35 in reviewed claims – all voted aye
• Authorized Dugouts at Meadow Park (Resolution 26‑013A) – vote 4‑1
• Tabled Pickle Ball Courts at Chatfield Park (Resolutions 26‑014A/B) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 26‑018 supporting dissolution of U.S. Highway 169 Corridor Coalition – all voted aye
• Adjourned meeting – all voted aye

General

The Parks Commission will meet to review the Park Fund 205 budget update. Members will discuss the 2026 Parks Fund levy and receive updates on pickleball courts and dugouts.

• Park Fund 205 Budget Update
• 2026 Parks Fund Levy discussion
• Pickle Ball Courts update
• Dugouts update

The Belle Plaine Parks Commission approved the meeting agenda with the added Commissioner Comments item. The commission also approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report on the Park Fund 205 budget. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:30 PM.

• Approved agenda with addition (all voted aye)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved Treasurer's Report on Park Fund 205 budget (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:30 PM (all voted aye)

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will hold a work session on the 2050 Decennial Comprehensive Plan with the Joint Planning and Zoning Commission and Metropolitan Council guests. They will also discuss a proposed Public Safety Facility and consider ways to save money. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• 2050 Decennial Comprehensive Plan work session with Joint Planning and Zoning Commission and Metropolitan Council guests
• Discussion of a Public Safety Facility
• Discussion of ways to save

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A majority of council members agreed to move forward with construction documents for the Public Safety Facility remodel and addition. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Majority consensus to proceed with Public Safety Facility construction documents
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Public Works Committee

Economic Development Authority

The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority will present its 2026 annual report to the City Council. It will consider Resolution 26‑01, which updates the HRA Residential Rehabilitation and Energy Efficiency Improvement Grant Policy. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and treasury bills.

• 2026 EDA Annual Report to City Council
• Resolution 26‑01 approving HRA Residential Rehabilitation and Energy Efficiency Improvement Grant Policy Update
• Treasurer’s report and approval of bills
• Commissioner comments
• Director’s update and notice of next regular session on February 9, 2026

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council meeting on Jan. 5, 2026 will include discussion of the Scott County Solid Waste program, a Union Well Being Policy, a goals work session, and ideas for ways to save. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda. The meeting will be held at City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, and will be livestreamed.

• Discussion of Scott County Solid Waste program
• Discussion of Union Well Being Policy
• Goals work session discussion
• Discussion of Ways to Save

City Council

The Belle Plaine City Council will consider several resolutions, including a reimbursement of certain expenditures from future bond proceeds. Other items include a PERA benefit increase for the fire department and a joint powers agreement with the State of Minnesota for the city attorney and police department. The meeting also includes routine approvals of professional and committee appointments and a retiree insurance benefit.

• Resolution 26-004: Reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of bonds to be issued by the city
• Resolution 26-006: Approve PERA increase for the Fire Department
• Resolution 26-007: Approve State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreements for city attorney and police department
• Resolution 26-003: Approve retiree monthly insurance benefit
• Pay Request No. 8: Wm. Mueller & Sons, Inc. for the 2025 Street Improvement Project

General

The City Council is meeting for a closed session. The agenda contains only procedural items.