Blaine public meetings in 2023
27 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Nat'l Resources Conservation Board
The Natural Resource Conservation Board will review recommendations for consultant services regarding the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Trail System. The board is also scheduled to discuss a draft RFP for a consultant at the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Restoration Site 7 Wetland Bank.
- Recommendation of an RFP for consultant services to update the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Trail System
- Review and discussion of Draft RFP for Consultant at Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Restoration Site 7 Wetland Bank
- Pioneer Park Tree Management letter
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting a $3,253,747.30 bid from Park Construction Company for the 2023 Southwest Area Street Reconstructions project. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a restaurant and recreational use at 10650 Baltimore Street NE.
- $3,253,747.30 bid from Park Construction Company for Southwest Area Street Reconstructions
- Conditional Use Permit for a restaurant and recreational use at 10650 Baltimore Street NE
- Final plat approval for 41 family lots at 13101 Lever Street NE
- Approval of plans and bids for 2023 Southeast Area Street Reconstructions
- Temporary removal of parking restrictions on 91st Avenue, 92nd Avenue, 92nd Lane, and Baltimore Street
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items with staff. Discussion topics include the No Mow May resolution, recommended contents for traffic impact studies, and CivicClerk meeting training.
- No Mow May Resolution draft
- Traffic Impact Studies 2010 recommendations
EDA
The Economic Development Authority will review a financial request regarding the development at the southwest corner of 105th Avenue and Radisson Road. The meeting also includes a review of the February 22, 2023, minutes.
- Financial request for Southwest Corner of 105th Avenue and Radisson Road Development
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. Items include a car wash rezoning, accessory building variances, and residential development proposals.
- Rezoning and conditional use permit for Tommy’s Express Car Wash at 4252 122nd Avenue NE
- Conditional use permit and garage space variance for Dan Heathfield at 11391 President Drive NE
- Conditional use permit for a 3,000 square foot meeting hall at 1250 126th Avenue NE
- Comprehensive plan amendment and preliminary plat for 76 townhome lots at 11967 and 11985 Radisson Road NE
- Preliminary plat and church expansion at 12390 Fraizer Street NE
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Minnesota Training and Wellness Center concept. The meeting also includes discussions regarding land use for properties on Central Avenue and updates on the Northern Long-Eared Bat.
- Minnesota Training and Wellness Center Concept discussion
- Land Use Discussion for 8634/8628 Central Avenue
- Update on Northern Long-Eared Bat impacts to development and street projects
City Council
The City Council will review several development requests including conditional use permits for businesses and residential additions. The agenda also includes street reconstruction plans and easement acquisitions for a roundabout project.
- 2023 Northwest Area Street Reconstructions, Improvement Project No. 23-06
- Easement acquisition for 99th Avenue and Baltimore Street Roundabout
- Conditional Use Permit for indoor auto sales at 1630 91st Avenue NE
- Conditional Use Permit for Scooter’s Coffee at 150 89th Avenue NE
- Temporary removal of parking restrictions on 91st Avenue, between Eldorado Street and Isanti Street
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss specific land use and development items. Discussions include properties on Lexington Avenue NE, Radisson Road, and a draft plan for merging the NRCB and Park Board.
- North-East Property on Lexington Avenue NE and 125th Avenue NE
- Southwest Corner of 105th Avenue and Radisson Road Development
- Draft Plan for Merging of NRCB and Park Board
Park Advisory Board
The Park Advisory Board will consider a recommendation for an Oak Creek Park playground replacement not to exceed $50,000. The board will also discuss a draft plan to merge the NRCB and the Park Board. Additionally, members will receive a report regarding the Mary Ann Young Center.
- Flagship Recreation proposal for Oak Creek Park playground (up to $50,000)
- Draft plan for merging the NRCB and Park Board
- Mary Ann Young Center report
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various issues. The agenda includes interviews for Planning Commission applicants.
- Planning Commission applicant interviews
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on conditional use permits for accessory buildings and yard setbacks. The council will also review an ordinance amendment regarding rental dwelling licenses and tobacco regulations.
- Ordinance amending health, sanitation, and rental dwelling licenses
- Final plat for Green Acres 2nd Addition at 111 99th Avenue NE
- Conditional use permit for garage accessory buildings at 11511 7th Street NE
- Conditional use permit for live entertainment at 76 Northtown Drive NE
- Liquor licenses for Irie Vybz Jamaican Restaurant
EDA
The Blaine Economic Development Authority is meeting virtually due to inclement weather. The agenda includes approving January 2023 minutes and reviewing a bid for a monument sign.
- Bid from Albrecht Company for $103,570 for a monument sign on TH65 and 89th Avenue NE
- Approval of January 18, 2023, EDA minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include a large-scale residential subdivision, commercial building permits, and various residential setback variances. The Commission makes recommendations to the City Council.
- Meadowland Estates West: Rezoning 19.24 acres for townhomes and single-family lots
- Scooter’s Coffee: Permit for two buildings at 150 89th Avenue NE
- Outfront Media: Request for a billboard up to 75 feet at 4202 Pheasant Ridge Drive NE
- Garage and accessory building permits for 3250 Pheasant Run NE and 1114 126th Lane NE
- Side yard setback amendments for residential additions in the DF and RF districts
City Council Workshop
This work session is for City Council and staff to discuss issues; it is not for receiving public input. The agenda includes a proposed change for the Minnesota School of Business and stormwater maintenance programs. Discussions will also continue regarding Northtown EDA properties.
- Proposed change at 3680 Pheasant Ridge Drive
- Stormwater inspection and maintenance programs for ditch and pond systems
- Northtown EDA properties and land use discussion
- LISC CDI options proposal
City Council Workshop
This work session is for City Council and staff to discuss issues before receiving public input. The agenda includes a second part of the Northtown discussion and an introduction to special assessment policies and history.
- WS 23-11 Northtown Discussion Part II
- WS 23-12 Introduction to Special Assessments
- Review of Special Assessment Policy and 2010-2022 data
City Council
The City Council will review plans and order bids for the 2023 Southwest Area Street Reconstructions project. The agenda also includes decisions on conditional use permits for a restaurant and car wash, as well as playground equipment quotes for Sunrise Pond Park.
- Bids for 2023 Southwest Area Street Reconstructions, Improvement Project No. 23-07
- Conditional Use Permit for Culver’s Restaurant at 4121 108th Avenue NE
- Conditional Use Permit for a car wash at 9280 Baltimore Street NE
- Playground equipment and installation quotes for Sunrise Pond Park
- Denial of a Conditional Use Permit for Blaine Event Venue
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 budget and the Northtown District Vision Plan survey. The agenda also includes an introduction to special assessments and a review of 2023 City Manager goals. This meeting is for council and staff discussion and is not for receiving public input.
- Northtown District Vision Plan Survey presentation
- Introduction to special assessment toolkit and policy
- Introduction to the 2024 budget
- Review of 2023 City Manager goals
City Council Workshop
The City Council, Natural Resource Conservation Board, and Park Advisory Board will meet to discuss the proposed Parks and Open Space Commission. The session also covers board appointment policy and the 2023 workplan. This workshop is for council and staff discussion and is not intended for public input.
- Proposed Parks and Open Space Commission
- Board and Commission Appointment Policy
- Draft 2023 Workplan
Park Advisory Board
The Park Advisory Board will review minutes from October and November 2022 meetings. The board will also discuss Sunrise Pond Park and receive general park updates.
- Approval of October 25, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of November 22, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding Sunrise Pond Park
- Park updates
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
EDA
The EDA will review updates to the Home Improvement Program, including its 2022 annual report and grant terms. The body will also consider an addendum to the 105th Avenue Master Planning Services contract.
- Home Improvement Program updates and 2022 annual report
- Addendum to 105th Avenue Master Planning Services contract
- Approval of November 7, 2022, and December 19, 2022, EDA minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to deny a permit for an event center and review several zoning amendments. The agenda also includes approving software licenses and updating council liaison appointments.
- Denying a conditional use permit for a 3,000 square foot event center at 1250 126th Avenue NE
- Rezoning properties between B-2, R-4, B-5, and I-1 districts
- Amending the comprehensive plan for 10278 Central Avenue NE
- Payment to Intuitive Municipal Solutions for software and hosting services
- Code amendment for Section 30.80 B-5 (Town Commercial)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council Workshop
The Blaine City Council will hold a work session to discuss an ordinance regarding flavored tobacco restrictions and review the 2022 Communications Annual Report. The council will also receive a planning update for Town Square and the Fire Department. This meeting is intended for discussion between council members and staff rather than receiving public input.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 42 regarding flavored tobacco restrictions
- Review of the 2022 Communications Annual Report
- Town Square/Fire Department planning update
Nat'l Resources Conservation Board
The board will discuss a proposal to merge the Natural Resource Conservation Board with the Park Board. This discussion is part of the board's advisory role to the City Council.
- Discussion regarding the merger of the Natural Resource Conservation Board and Park Board
Planning Commission
The Blaine Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two conditional use permit applications. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting.
- Conditional use permit for Culver’s restaurant at 4121 108th Avenue NE
- Conditional use permit for Silverstar Car Wash at 9280 Baltimore Street NE
- Approval of December 13, 2022, Planning Commission minutes
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council Workshop
This work session is for the City Council and staff to discuss several city topics. The agenda includes a report on the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan and presentations regarding planning, zoning, and economic development areas.
- Sunrise Pond Park discussion
- 2019-2022 Strategic Plan Final Report
- City Council Priority Economic Development Areas and Northtown Master Plan
- Planning and Zoning/Comprehensive Plan presentation
City Council
The Blaine City Council will consider a resolution to declare a vacancy in Ward 2. This action includes calling for a special election.
- Resolution 23-10 A: Declaring a Ward 2 vacancy and calling for a special election
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Blaine City Council is conducting organizational business and swearing in new councilmembers. The agenda includes discussions on Northwest Area street reconstruction and several zoning changes. The council will also consider contracts for water treatment plant improvements and playground equipment for local parks.
- Rezoning of properties from B-2, R-4, B-5, and I-1 classifications
- Preliminary plat for "The Blaine Back 40" at 104th Lane and Flanders Street NE
- SEH design contract for Northwest Area street reconstruction
- Design contracts with Barr Engineering for Water Treatment Plant 1 and 2 improvements
- Playground equipment quotes for Sunnyside, Xylite, and Palmer Parks