Chaska public meetings in 2024

General

The Chaska Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss the 2024 Human Rights Award and the 2025 HRC Action Plan. Old business includes updates on several community recognition events, such as MLK Day, Pride, and Indigenous Peoples. The meeting also covers standard procedural items like minutes and treasurer's report.

• 2024 Human Rights Award discussion
• 2025 HRC Action Plan
• MLK Human Rights Celebration update
• Pride Celebration planning
• Indigenous Peoples Recognition discussion

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the 2025 tax levy, general fund budgets, and various utility rates for electric, water/sewer, and storm water. The agenda also includes a closed session for the performance review of City Administrator Matt Podhradsky.

• Performance review of City Administrator Matt Podhradsky
• Resolution 2024-108: $6,080,000 Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B
• Concept Plan for Beckman Coulter at 316 Lake Hazeltine Drive
• Adoption of 2025 Tax Levy and General/Enterprise Fund Budgets
• Ordinances establishing 2025 Electric, Water/Sewer, and Storm Water utility rates

The Chaska City Council held a closed session for the City Administrator's annual performance review, then in open session adopted the 2025 tax levy and general/enterprise fund budgets, set 2025 utility rates for electric, water/sewer, and storm water, and approved a concept plan for Beckman Coulter. The council also approved numerous consent items, including agreements with Carver County, bond-related resolutions, and a cooperative construction agreement for Engler Boulevard.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-98 for 2025 tax levy
• Adopted Resolution 2024-99 for General/Enterprise Fund budgets
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1053 establishing 2025 electric utility rates
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1054 establishing 2025 water/sewer utility rates
• Adopted Resolution 2024-97 establishing 2025 storm water utility rates
• Approved concept plan for Beckman Coulter at 316 Lake Hazeltine Drive (PC #2024-23)
• Approved consent items including Resolution 2024-94 with Carver County for assessment services
• Adopted Resolution 2024-110 and 2024-111 for Engler Boulevard construction agreements

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to adopt the 2024 budget and the property tax levy for payable 2025. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the issuance of $6,080,000 in lease revenue refunding bonds.

• Adoption of 2024 EDA Budget and 2025 Property Tax Levy
• Issuance of $6,080,000 EDA Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B

The Chaska Economic Development Authority approved its 2025 budget and property tax levy, and authorized the issuance of $6,080,000 in lease revenue refunding bonds. Both resolutions passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Adopted Resolution No. EDA 2024-102 adopting the 2025 EDA Budget and EDA property tax levy for payable 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-109 authorizing issuance of $6,080,000 EDA Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a visitor presentation. The primary action item is the recommendation of a concept plan for Beckman Coulter located at 316 Lake Hazeltine Drive.

• Concept Plan for Beckman Coulter at 316 Lake Hazeltine Drive (PC #2024-23)

The Chaska Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the concept plan for a building addition at 316 Lake Hazeltine Drive for Beckman Coulter. The recommendation includes conditions related to parking, landscaping, stormwater, and wetland mitigation. The item will go before the City Council on December 16, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Beckman Coulter concept plan for building addition at 316 Lake Hazeltine Drive (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of October 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)

Park & Recreation Commission

This meeting is entirely procedural with no formal decisions or votes scheduled. The commission will receive a Resilient Communities Project presentation from University of Minnesota students and a recreation program staff presentation, plus discuss January 2025 appointments and general park updates.

• Resilient Communities Project presentation by University of Minnesota students
• Recreation program staff presentation
• Discussion of January 2025 commission appointments
• Park updates and department happenings

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Chaska Heritage Preservation Commission will convene to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss action and discussion items. The meeting will be held at Chaska City Hall and streamed via Zoom.

• Approve June 4th Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
• Approve Agenda
• Visitor Presentation
• Action Items
• Discussion Items

City Council

The Chaska City Council will vote to authorize the sale of $11.3 million in general obligation bonds and hold public hearings to set 2025 development and permit fees. The meeting also includes the approval of 2025 business license renewals.

• Authorize $11,300,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B
• Approve 2025 Business License Renewals
• Public Hearing: Adopt Ordinance 2024-1052 Establishing 2025 Development Fees
• Public Hearing: Adopt Ordinance 2024-1052 Establishing Building and Fire Permit Fees
• Truth in Taxation Public Hearing-2025 Tax Levy and Budget

The Chaska City Council held a Truth in Taxation public hearing on the 2025 tax levy and budget, hearing resident concerns about tax increases and cybersecurity. The council set December 16, 2024, as the date to consider adopting the 2025 budget and final tax levy. The council also adopted Ordinance 2024-1052 establishing 2025 development, planning, building, and fire fees, and approved the consent agenda including $11.3 million in bonds and 2025 business license renewals.

• Set Dec. 16, 2024, as date to consider 2025 budget and final tax levy
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1052 establishing 2025 development, planning, building, and fire fees
• Approved consent agenda including $11.3M GO bonds (Series 2024B) and 2025 business license renewals
• Approved accounts payable claims roster
• Approved Nov. 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Human Rights Commission

The Chaska Human Rights Commission will discuss planning for several upcoming community events, including the MLK Human Rights Celebration, Women's Appreciation, Asian and Pacific Islander Recognition, Pride Celebration, and others. The commission will also consider new options for a booth display and 2025 HRC swag.

• Discussion of MLK Human Rights Celebration planning
• Discussion of Pride Celebration planning
• Discussion of Indigenous Peoples Recognition planning
• Discussion of Veteran Acknowledgment planning
• Review of HRC Booth Display Options

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution to apply for a state MIF grant, and vote on denying a major variance for a property at 2979 Hilltop Drive. A work session earlier reviews the Recreation Fund budget. Consent items include two bond sale reimbursement resolutions. Proclamations for Small Business Saturday and Veterans Park Drive are also scheduled.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-89 for MIF program application to MN DEED
• Vote on Resolution 2024-90 denying major variance for 2979 Hilltop Drive (rear yard setback encroachment)
• Consent items: Resolutions 2024-91 and 2024-92 for bond sale reimbursement
• Proclamation declaring Small Business Saturday 2024
• Proclamation naming Veterans Park Drive

The Chaska City Council denied a major variance request for a porch that encroached into the rear yard setback at 2979 Hilltop Drive, despite the homeowners' plea that the contractor failed to obtain a permit. The council also approved the city's application to the Minnesota Investment Fund Program on behalf of Beckman Coulter, and adopted two bond reimbursement resolutions. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-89 approving MIF application for Beckman Coulter (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-90 denying major variance for 2979 Hilltop Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-91 bond sale reimbursement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-92 bond sale reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable claims roster (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Nov 4 and Nov 13 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The Chaska City Council is meeting to formally adopt the results of the general election. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Resolution 2024-88: Approve General Election Results for the City of Chaska

The Chaska City Council certified the results of the November 5, 2024 Municipal General Election by adopting Resolution 2024-88. The vote was unanimous among the four council members present, with Councilmember Huang absent. The meeting also included a brief discussion of the voting process and the required election audit.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-88 certifying the Nov. 5, 2024 Municipal General Election results (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaska Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a major variance request from Joe & Michelle Heiland to encroach into the rear yard setback at 2979 Hilltop Drive. The agenda indicates a recommendation to deny the variance. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and consent items.

• Public hearing and recommended denial of major variance for rear yard setback encroachment at 2979 Hilltop Drive (PC #2024-19)

The Chaska Planning Commission voted to recommend denial of a major variance request by Joe and Michelle Heiland to encroach 8 feet into the 30-foot rear yard setback for a three-season porch addition at 2979 Hilltop Drive. The recommendation will go to the City Council on November 18, 2024. The commission also carried over approval of the October 9, 2024, meeting minutes to the next meeting because they were not included in the packet.

• Recommended denial of major variance for 2979 Hilltop Drive (motion carried)
• Carried over approval of October 9, 2024, meeting minutes to December meeting

Park & Recreation Commission

This is a work session with no regular monthly meeting. The commission will discuss updates on Lions Park pickleball courts and playground, Meadow Park planning, and the Southwest Community Park Master Plan. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Lions Park Pickleball Courts and Playground updates
• Meadow Park Planning discussion
• Southwest Community Park Master Plan review
• Resilient Communities Project Presentation by University of Minnesota students
• Recreation Program staff presentation

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the budget for Utility Enterprise Funds. The meeting includes a presentation from Carver County regarding projects at 82nd and Hwy 5.

• Review of Budget for Utility Enterprise Funds
• Carver County presentation on 82nd and Hwy 5 Projects
• SAC WAC Assessment Agreement and Deferral for 115 2nd Street E
• Public hearing call for a MIF application
• Joint Power Agreement for the Highway 18 Improvement Project - Arboretum Area

The Chaska City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a joint powers agreement for the Highway 18 Improvement Project, a resolution for a Minnesota Investment Fund grant application, and compensation for fire relief trustees. No action items were discussed. The council also approved the accounts payable claims roster.

• Approved consent agenda items A-I (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Highway 18 Improvement Project (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-85 calling for public hearing for MIF application (consent)
• Approved compensation for elected fire relief trustees at $50 per meeting (consent)
• Approved accounts payable claims roster (unanimous)

Human Rights Commission

The Chaska Human Rights Commission will review several recognitions and celebrations from past months, including the MLK Human Rights Celebration and Indigenous Peoples Recognition. New business includes a request from Latino V.O.I.C.E.S., the selection of the 2024 Chaska Human Rights Award, and options for the commission's booth display. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda adoption, and the treasurer's report.

• Latino V.O.I.C.E.S. Request
• 2024 Chaska Human Rights Award
• HRC Booth Display Options
• MLK Human Rights Celebration (old business)
• Indigenous Peoples Recognition (old business)

City Council

The Chaska City Council will vote on the issuance of $11,025,000 in general obligation bonds. The body is also reviewing site plans and zoning amendments for several commercial projects and a street reconstruction assessment role.

• Sale of $11,025,000 GO Bonds, Series 2024B
• Zoning amendment and permit for CloudHQ (PC #2024-13)
• Zoning amendment for baseball training facility at 1230 Chaska Creek Way
• Concept plan for The Goddard School daycare at 1850 White Oak Dr
• Final site and building plan for Golf Performance Center/Hazeltine National Golf Club

The Chaska City Council approved the preliminary site plan, preliminary plat, and conditional use permit for the CloudHQ data center, along with the associated zoning ordinance amendment, by a 4-1 vote. The project includes a 72-foot-tall building, a 30-foot berm, and a new substation. The council also approved a zoning amendment for a baseball training facility, a concept plan for a Goddard School daycare, and the 2024 street reconstruction assessment roll.

• Approved CloudHQ data center preliminary plan and CUP (4-1, Hubbard dissenting)
• Adopted Ordinance 1050 for CloudHQ zoning amendment (4-1, Hubbard dissenting)
• Adopted Ordinance 1051 for baseball training facility at 1230 Chaska Creek Way
• Approved Goddard School concept plan at 1850 White Oak Dr
• Adopted Resolution 2024-78 for 2024 street reconstruction assessments
• Approved $11,025,000 GO bonds issuance (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Veteran's Park Drive honorary name for Creek Road (Consent Agenda)
• Approved settlement agreement with IBC and Granite Re (Consent Agenda)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments and site plans for CloudHQ and a baseball training facility. The body will also consider plans for a golf performance center and an early education center.

• Public hearing for CloudHQ preliminary site plan, plat, zoning amendment, and conditional use permit (PC #2024-13)
• Public hearing for zoning amendment to PMD-20 for a baseball training facility at 1230 Chaska Creek Way (PC #2024-16)
• Final site and building plan for Golf Performance Center/Hazeltine National Golf Club (PC #2024-18)
• Concept plan for a Goddard School early education center and preschool (PC #2024-17)

The Chaska Planning Commission voted 7-1 to recommend City Council approval of the preliminary site plan, preliminary plat, and conditional use permit for the CloudHQ data center, including a zoning ordinance amendment to allow a 72-foot building height. The recommendation includes conditions such as completing the berm and landscaping before or during site construction, and a cash payment for deficient landscaping. The commission also recommended approval of a zoning amendment for a baseball training facility and approved a concept plan for a Goddard School early education center.

• Recommended approval of CloudHQ preliminary site plan, plat, and CUP (7-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 72-foot building height in PID-7 (7-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for baseball training facility at 1230 Chaska Creek Way (7-1)
• Recommended approval of Goddard School concept plan
• Approved consent agenda for Golf Performance Center final site plan
• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Chaska City Council meeting will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including fee amendments and election judge appointments. Council members will vote on awarding the contract for the Chaska Public Safety Facility. They will also set the date for canvassing municipal election results and approve service charges for the 2025 Downtown Special Services District.

• Adopt Ordinance 2024-1048 amending Chapter 5, Business Fees
• Adopt Ordinance 2024-1049 repealing Chapter 5, Article 32 of the Code
• Adopt Resolution 2024-75 appointing election judges for the 2024 General Election
• Awarding of Contract for Chaska Public Safety Facility
• Adopt Resolution 2024-76 approving service charges for the 2025 Downtown Special Services District

The Chaska City Council approved Resolution 2024-76, imposing service charges and setting the 2025 operating budget for the Downtown Special Services District, after a public hearing. The council also approved the consent agenda, including ordinances amending business fees and repealing Chapter 5, Article 32, and awarded a contract for the Public Safety Facility. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-76 imposing 2025 service charges and budget for Downtown Special Services District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1048 amending Chapter 5 business fees (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1049 repealing Chapter 5, Article 32 on performances and exhibitions (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-75 appointing election judges for Nov. 5, 2024 General Election (consent agenda)
• Awarded contract for Chaska Public Safety Facility (consent agenda)
• Set Nov. 12, 2024, 5:30 pm for canvass of municipal election results (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-77 for Beech Street Bridge 10J42 replacement grant (consent agenda)
• Authorized 2025 County Prosecution Contract (consent agenda)

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for September 30, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda lists a tour of the public safety facility and a joint work session with the Planning Commission.

• Tour of Public Safety Facility at 4:45
• Joint work session with Planning Commission at 5:45

City Council

The Chaska City Council will consider the 2025 maximum property tax levy and a purchase agreement for a future municipal service building site. The body will also review a concept plan for a residential property and a masterplan for a community park.

• Proposed 2025 Maximum Property Tax Levy (Resolution 2024-71)
• Concept Plan for Engelen Property at 4460 Spring Creek Drive (Resolution 2024-74)
• Conditional Use Permit for Dog Groomer at 115 2nd Street East (Resolution 2024-73)
• Purchase Agreement for Future MSB Site
• Professional Services Agreement with Confluence for SW Chaska Community Park Masterplan

The Chaska City Council approved the 2025 maximum property tax levy, the concept plan for the Engelen Property development, a master plan agreement for SW Chaska Community Park, and a purchase agreement for a future Municipal Services Building site. All motions carried unanimously. The council also approved the consent agenda and bills.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-74 approving Engelen Property concept plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-71 for 2025 maximum property tax levy (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Confluence for SW Chaska Community Park master plan (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Block 1, Lot 1, Chaska Club West Industrial plat for future MSB site (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including assessment hearing, liquor license, CUP for dog groomer, and two wetland replacement plans (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable claims roster (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Chaska Economic Development Authority will consider adopting Resolution No. 2024-72, which establishes a preliminary maximum levy for the authority for 2025. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda adoption, and approval of prior meeting minutes. No additional business is listed.

• Adopt EDA Resolution No. 2024-72 establishing a preliminary Chaska EDA maximum levy for payable 2025

The Chaska Economic Development Authority approved a preliminary maximum property tax levy for payable 2025 via Resolution EDA 2024-72. The motion carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution EDA 2024-72 establishing preliminary maximum levy for payable 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2024 EDA meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a dog groomer. The body will also consider a concept plan for a property development by Pulte Homes. One item regarding CloudHQ has been postponed to October 9th.

• Public hearing for Dog Groomer conditional use permit at 115 2nd Street East
• Concept plan for Engelen Property at 4460 Spring Creek Drive (Pulte Homes)
• Postponed review of CloudHQ site plan, plat, and zoning amendment

The Commission recommended approval for a concept plan for the Engelen property housing development and a conditional use permit for a dog grooming business. One item regarding CloudHQ was postponed to October 9, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for dog groomer at 115 2nd Street East
• Recommended approval of concept plan for Engelen property (4460 Spring Creek Drive)
• Postponed review of CloudHQ site plan and zoning amendment to October 9, 2024
• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park & Recreation Commission will adopt its agenda and approve prior meeting minutes. It will recommend that City Council authorize staff to enter a professional services agreement with Confluence to develop a masterplan for the Southwest Chaska Community Park. The commission will also discuss updates on parks and trails, recreation programs, and facility naming rights.

• Recommend City Council authorize staff to contract Confluence for SW Chaska Community Park masterplan
• Park and Trail Updates discussion
• Recreation Updates discussion
• Facility Naming Rights Update discussion
• Adopt agenda and approve previous meeting minutes

City Council

The Chaska City Council will consider several consent items, including approving an off-site gambling permit for Holy Family Catholic High School. They will also approve a grant agreement for City Square West under the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act, and authorize on‑sale liquor at community events hosted by La Hermosa Restaurant and Crooked Pint. Additionally, the council will establish a public hearing for the proposed SSD 2025 operating plan, budget, and service charges.

• Adopt Resolution 2024-69 approving an off-site gambling permit for Holy Family Catholic High School
• Approve Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Grant Agreement for City Square West
• Authorize on‑sale liquor at community event – La Hermosa Restaurant
• Authorize on‑sale liquor at community event – Crooked Pint
• Establish public hearing for proposed SSD 2025 Operating Plan, Budget, and Service Charges

The Chaska City Council met on September 9, 2024, and reached consensus to support a veterans memorial sign near Veteran's Park, as requested by the VFW and American Legion. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a gambling permit, a grant agreement for City Square West, two liquor licenses for a community event, and setting a public hearing for SSD 2025. The police department provided an update on its drone program, reporting 12 emergency deployments since April. The council approved the accounts payable claims roster.

• Supported veterans sign near Veteran's Park (consensus)
• Approved Resolution 2024-69 for Holy Family Catholic High School raffle permit
• Approved Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Grant Agreement for City Square West
• Approved on-sale liquor license for La Hermosa Restaurant (Latin Music & Food Festival)
• Approved on-sale liquor license for Crooked Pint (Latin Music & Food Festival)
• Set public hearing for SSD 2025 operating plan, budget, and service charges for October 7, 2024
• Approved accounts payable claims roster (5-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Chaska Human Rights Commission is meeting to review a statement on Indigenous Peoples Day and discuss Carver County Pride. The body will also review several ongoing recognition and celebration efforts, including the MLK Human Rights Celebration and River City Days.

• Indigenous Peoples Day Statement by Libby Fairchild
• Carver County Pride discussion
• MLK Human Rights Celebration
• Asian and Pacific Islander Recognition
• River City Days

The Chaska Human Rights Commission approved a resolution supporting an Indigenous Peoples Day proclamation, pending review by other commissioners, and approved a $2,000 budget for the Cultural Heritage Month Celebration. The commission also decided to participate in the Carver County Pride event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and approved the July 25, 2024 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report.

• Approved Indigenous Peoples Day proclamation resolution as written, pending review (motion carried)
• Approved $2,000 budget for Cultural Heritage Month Celebration (motion carried)
• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Decided to participate in Carver County Pride event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

City Council

The Chaska City Council will hold a work session to begin discussions on the 2025 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy. The meeting will also include routine procedural items, consent actions such as licensing and park compliance, and reports on city finances and investments.

• Initial discussion on 2025 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy
• Awarding bid for Carver County Minnesota River Bluff Regional Trail - Chaska Connection
• Adopting Carlson Bluffs Final Plat (P.C. No. 2024-12)
• Applying for 2024 Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant
• Leasing Chaska Community Center to Breakaway Academy

The Chaska City Council approved the consent agenda, which included appointing CLA as the independent financial auditor for 2024-2028, awarding a $1,478,382.50 construction contract for the Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail, approving the Carlson Bluffs final plat, and authorizing a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application. The council also approved the 2024 community survey presentation and the accounts payable claims roster. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G (unanimous)
• Appointed CLA as independent financial auditor for 2024-2028 (consent)
• Awarded $1,478,382.50 trail construction contract to Minger Construction (consent)
• Approved Carlson Bluffs final plat, 14 lots (consent)
• Authorized Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application (consent)
• Approved accounts payable claims roster (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaska Planning Commission will meet to review and recommend approval of a final plat for a specific development project. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Recommendation of Final Plat for Carlson Bluffs/Johnson-Reiland Builders (PC #2024-12)

The Chaska Planning Commission approved the final plat for Carlson Bluffs/Johnson-Reiland Builders (PC #2024-12) as part of the consent agenda. The meeting was largely procedural, with no action items or other business discussed. Minutes from prior meetings were also approved and received.

• Approved final plat for Carlson Bluffs/Johnson-Reiland Builders (PC #2024-12)
• Approved July 10, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• Received July 1, 2024 EDA meeting minutes
• Received June 17, July 1, and July 15, 2024 City Council minutes

City Council

The Chaska City Council will consider several consent items, including a resolution to accept gifts and donations, a settlement agreement for the Schalow property, and a joint powers agreement for the Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail connection. Visitor presentations will be given by Erin Rathke of Eastern Carver County Schools and Greg Pavett of The Humanity Alliance. The council will also review the accounts payable claims roster for the day.

• Adopt Resolution 2024-63 Accepting Gifts and Donations
• Approve Full & Final Schalow Property Settlement Agreement
• Adopt Resolution 2024-64 to Approve Joint Powers Agreement for Carver County Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail – Chaska Connection
• Visitor presentations by Erin Rathke (Eastern Carver County Schools) and Greg Pavett (The Humanity Alliance)
• Review Accounts Payable Claims Roster 8-5-2024

The Chaska City Council approved the consent agenda, which included accepting gifts and donations, approving a settlement agreement for the Schalow property, and adopting a joint powers agreement for the Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail. The council also approved the previous meeting minutes and the accounts payable claims. No other action items were discussed.

• Approved consent agenda items A-C (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-63 accepting gifts and donations
• Approved full and final Schalow property settlement agreement
• Adopted Resolution 2024-64 for joint powers agreement on Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail
• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved accounts payable claims roster

General

The Chaska Human Rights Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including roll call, agenda adoption, and approval of the June 27, 2024 minutes. The main substantive portion is old business, where the commission will discuss planning for several community recognition events and partnerships.

• Approve meeting minutes from June 27, 2024
• Treasurer's report for July 2024
• Discussion of MLK Human Rights Celebration
• Discussion of Pride Celebration and River City Days
• Discussion of Cultural Heritage Month and Indigenous People Recognition

The Chaska Human Rights Commission met on July 25, 2024, and approved the June 27, 2024 meeting minutes and the 2023 treasurer's report. The report noted a remaining fund balance of $4,179.09 after paying the Pride event ice cream truck, allocating $500 for River City Days, and returning $761.55 from the Pride event. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was updates and discussion.

• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)
• Approved 2023 treasurer's report (carried)

City Council

The Chaska City Council is holding a work session with the Heritage Preservation Committee on final input and drafts for historic columns through downtown, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes a proclamation, a Southwest Transit presentation, a closed session on the Schalow Property lawsuit, consent items, and action on a preliminary site plan for the Performance Center at Hazeltine National Golf Course.

• Work session: final input on historic columns through downtown
• Proclamation: Chaska Lions Club Monument
• Southwest Transit presentation by CEO Erik Hansen
• Closed session: Schalow Property et al. v. City of Chaska lawsuit
• Resolution 2024-62: Preliminary Site & Building Plan for Performance Center at Hazeltine National Golf Course

The Chaska City Council approved final and preliminary site and building plans for new facilities at Hazeltine National Golf Course, along with a bond sale reimbursement resolution and routine consent items. The council also held a closed session on the Schalow Property lawsuit and heard a SouthWest Transit presentation. No substantive items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Consent Agenda items A-D including liquor license, ice arena advertising agreement, and Resolutions 2024-60 and 2024-61
• Adopted Resolution 2024-61 approving final site & building plan for 8 villas, short course, and putting course at Hazeltine (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-62 approving preliminary site & building plan for the Performance Center at Hazeltine (motion carried)
• Approved bills/accounts payable claims roster (motion carried; aye: Hatfield, Hubbard, Windschitl; nay: none)
• Approved July 1, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Entered and adjourned a closed session on the Schalow Property et al. v. City of Chaska lawsuit (motions carried)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:12 p.m. (motion carried)

Economic Development Authority

The Chaska Economic Development Authority will hold a brief meeting on July 15, 2024, immediately following the City Council session. The primary decision is to approve a second loan application from Chaska Commons LLC for the property at 210 Chestnut under the Downtown Business Improvement Program. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of 2nd Downtown Business Improvement Program Loan Application from Chaska Commons LLC for 210 Chestnut

The Economic Development Authority approved a Downtown Building Improvement Program loan for Chaska Commons LLC. The funds are designated for patio work at 210 Chestnut.

• Approved 2024 Downtown Building Improvement Program Loan for Chaska Commons LLC (210 Chestnut)
• Approved July 1, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a final site and building plan for villas and golf courses at Hazeltine National Golf Course. Additionally, the body will review a preliminary site and building plan for a new Performance Center at the same location.

• Final Site & Building Plan for 8 Villas, Short Course and Putting Course at Hazeltine National Golf Course (PC #2024-11)
• Preliminary Site & Building Plan for the Performance Center at Hazeltine National Golf Course (PC #2024-10)

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary site and building plan for a Performance Center at Hazeltine National Golf Course. The commission also recommended approval of the final site and building plan for eight villas and golf courses at the same location.

• Recommended approval of Final Site & Building Plan for 8 Villas, Short Course and Putting Course at Hazeltine National Golf Course (Motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Site & Building Plan for the Performance Center at Hazeltine National Golf Course (Motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent items including gambling permits and election judge appointments. The agenda also includes a transient accommodation renewal for TownSquare Place and a financial report as of April 30, 2024.

• Resolution 2024-58: State Off-Site Gambling Permit for Chaska Lions Club
• Temporary On-Sale 3.2% Malt Liquor License for Crown of Glory Lutheran Church
• Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating License for Flags and Honor of MN
• Resolution 2024-59: Appointment of Election Judges for 2024 Primary Election
• Ratification of Bond Sale – Chaska EDA Series 2024A

The Chaska City Council approved the 2024-2025 transient accommodation license for TownSquare Place, effective July 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025, with conditions from a June 3, 2024 letter. The vote followed a presentation and discussion in which councilmembers raised concerns about safety, police calls, and the property's Level III status, while owner David Peters described new management and security measures. The Council also approved its consent agenda, bills, and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved 2024-2025 transient accommodation license for TownSquare Place with June 3, 2024 letter conditions
• Approved consent agenda items A-E, including Resolution 2024-58 (Chaska Lions bingo permit) and Resolution 2024-59 (election judges)
• Ratified Chaska EDA Leased Revenue Bonds Series 2024A bond sale
• Approved temporary liquor licenses for Crown of Glory Lutheran Church and Flags and Honor of Minnesota
• Approved June 17, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
• Approved accounts payable claims roster
• Adjourned at 8:27 p.m.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to approve the ratification of the Chaska EDA Series 2024A bond sale. The meeting follows the City Council meeting at City Hall.

• Ratification of Bond Sale – Chaska EDA Series 2024A

The Economic Development Authority ratified the completed sale of the Chaska EDA Leased Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 20, 2024 meeting.

• Ratified the sale of Chaska EDA Leased Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adopted the meeting agenda

Human Rights Commission

The commission will review the May 23, 2024, meeting minutes and the June 2024 treasurer's report. Old business includes discussions regarding various community recognitions and celebrations.

• Approval of May 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of June 2024 Treasurer's Report
• Discussion of MLK Human Rights Celebration
• Discussion of Pride Celebration
• Discussion of River City Days

The Chaska Human Rights Commission approved $500 for the River City Days event on July 26 and 27, and accepted the 2023 Treasurer's Report, which included Pride Celebration spending of $1,988.45 against $750 in donations. The Commission also adopted its agenda and the May 23, 2024 meeting minutes. A resident asked the City to proclaim the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day; the Commission discussed the request but took no action. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved the May 23, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted the 2023 Treasurer's Report, including Pride Celebration expenses of $1,988.45 and $750 in donations (motion carried)
• Approved a $500 budget request for the River City Days event on July 26 and 27 (motion carried)
• Received a resident request to proclaim the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day; no action taken

City Council

The City Council will review several consent items including street improvements and lease terminations. Action items include a preliminary plat, rezoning, and variance for Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group, as well as a concept plan for the Hazeltine Golf Course Performance Center.

• Resolution 2024-51: Highway 18 Improvement Project – Arboretum Area
• Resolution 2024-54: 2024 Downtown Street and Utility Improvement Project – Streetscaping
• Lease termination of the Arts Consortium gift shop at Chaska Community Center effective 9/1/24
• Medow Spring Settlement Agreement - Parking Lot Acquisition
• Resolution 2024-56, 2024-57, and Ordinance 1047: Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group rezoning and variance

The Chaska City Council approved the preliminary plat, a variance, and rezoning for the 162-lot Highpoint Vistas subdivision by Forestar Group, and accepted the 2023 annual financial and audit reports. The council also awarded the 2024 Downtown streetscaping bid to Pember Companies, Inc. at $1,089,312.85 and approved a mediated settlement agreement with Meadow Spring Church over a parking lot acquisition. Mayor Windschitl announced he will not seek re-election after 14 years as mayor.

• Approved Highpoint Vistas preliminary plat, 162-lot subdivision (Resolution 2024-56)
• Approved variance for collector road into wooded steep slope and 30-foot setback (Resolution 2024-57)
• Rezoned Highpoint Vistas from Open Space Development to PRD-86 (Ordinance 1047)
• Awarded 2024 Downtown streetscaping bid to Pember Companies, Inc. at $1,089,312.85 (Resolution 2024-54)
• Approved Highway 18 Improvement Project, Arboretum Area (Resolution 2024-51)
• Accepted 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Fire Department Relief Association audit reports
• Approved mediated settlement agreement with Meadow Spring Church for parking lot acquisition
• Approved lease termination of Arts Consortium gift shop at Community Center effective 9/1/24

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding the Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group project involving a preliminary plat, rezoning, and variance. The commission will also review a concept plan for the Hazeltine Golf Course Performance Center.

• Public hearing for Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group (Preliminary Plat, Rezoning, and Variance)
• Concept Plan for Hazeltine Golf Course Performance Center

The Commission recommended City Council approval for the Highpoint Vistas residential subdivision, including rezoning and a variance. It also recommended approval of the Hazeltine National Golf Course Performance Center concept plan.

• Recommended approval of Frenz & Worm Properties Preliminary Plat for 103-acre subdivision (Motion carried)
• Recommended rezoning from Open (O) to Planned Residential District (PRD-86) (Motion carried)
• Recommended approval of variance for Savanna Way collector road encroachment into wooded steep slope (Motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Hazeltine National Golf Course Performance Center Concept Plan (Motion carried)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (Motion carried)

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and hear presentations from a Scout project and the Community Center Manager. Action items include parkland dedication for Frenz & Worm Properties and a recommendation regarding the Rinkside Advertising Network Agreement.

• Parkland dedication for Frenz & Worm Properties (Highpoint Vistas)
• Recommendation for City Council to approve Rinkside Advertising Network Agreement
• Elias Barnett-Eagal Scout Project presentation
• Parks and Trails Update discussion

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Site Alteration Permit for the City Square Rehabilitation Improvements at 300 Chestnut St N. The commission will also review and approve the April 2nd meeting minutes.

• Public Hearing: Site Alteration Permit (SAP) for City Square Rehabilitation Improvements at 300 Chestnut St N

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session regarding zoning ordinance revisions. The Council will also meet in a closed session to discuss an eminent domain lawsuit involving Meadow Spring Church.

• Zoning Ordinance Revisions (Joint Work Session)
• Eminent domain litigation involving Meadow Spring Church
• Resolution 2024-44: Parking restrictions on Engler Boulevard, CSAH 10
• Wetland Replacement Plan for Minnesota River Bluffs Trail Connection
• Joint Powers Agreement for Data Access with Carver County

The City Council approved a consent agenda including new parking restrictions on Engler Boulevard and a wetland replacement plan for the Minnesota River Bluffs Trail Connection. The council also authorized a data access agreement with Carver County and approved several business and event licenses.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-44 prohibiting parking on Engler Boulevard (carried)
• Approved wetland replacement plan for Minnesota River Bluffs Trail Connection (carried)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Data Access with Carver County (carried)
• Approved SouthWest Metro Intermediate District 288 MOU for Sheltering and Mass Care Facilities (carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-53 approving 2024 Performance Measures (carried)
• Approved temporary intoxicating license for Chaska Lions Club for July 26-28, 2024 (carried)
• Approved massage therapy business license for Xiang Yun Song (carried)
• Authorized letter of support for Carver County’s Highway 5 and 41 Intersection Reconstruction Project (carried)

Human Rights Commission

The commission will review the March 28, 2024, meeting minutes and the May 2024 treasurer's report. Old business includes discussions regarding various community recognitions and celebrations.

• Guest presentation by Jill Engeswick of Beyond New Beginnings
• Review of March 28, 2024, meeting minutes
• May 2024 Treasurer's Report
• Discussion of MLK Human Rights Celebration
• Discussion of Asian American and Pacific Islander Month HRC Statement

The Commission adopted the agenda and approved the meeting minutes from March 28, 2024. Members also approved the 2023 treasurer's report, which noted a remaining balance of $3,917. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on upcoming community celebrations and events.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Carried)
• Approved March 28, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved 2023 Treasurer's Report (Carried)

City Council

The City Council will review several land use items including concept plans, preliminary plats, and rezoning requests. The council is also considering a resolution to authorize the sale of $51,370,000 in lease revenue bonds via the Chaska EDA.

• Resolution 2024-46: Authorizing issuance and sale of $51,370,000 Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
• Rezoning for Hazeltine National Golf Course - Northwest/Hazeltine National Golf Course
• Rezoning and Preliminary Plat for Carlson Bluffs (fka Ensconced Woods 2nd)
• Concept Plan for Jaspers Circle/ Todd Olin/ PC #2024-06
• Bid award for 2024 Downtown Project - Landscaping/Irrigation Project

The Chaska City Council approved the concept plan for the Jasper Circle development with a 4-1 vote, directing staff to work with the developer on density. The Council also approved the preliminary site plan and rezoning for the Hazeltine National Golf Course, requiring a pedestrian connection on the south side of Hazeltine Boulevard. Additionally, the Council authorized $51.37 million in lease revenue bonds and approved the Chaska Community Center Master Plan.

• Approved Jasper Circle concept plan with density conditions (4-1)
• Approved Hazeltine Golf Course site plan and rezoning to PMD-23
• Approved Carlson Bluffs preliminary plat and rezoning to PRD
• Authorized $51,370,000 lease revenue bonds for Chaska EDA
• Approved Chaska Community Center Master Plan Report
• Awarded $534,662.50 bid for downtown landscaping to Valdes Land Care
• Awarded $321,320.00 bid for FoodShelf renovation to Allied Construction
• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Authority

The Chaska Economic Development Authority is discussing the adoption of Resolution No. EDA 2024-47. This resolution authorizes the issuance and sale of $51,370,000 in Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A.

• Resolution No. EDA 2024-47: Issuance and sale of $51,370,000 Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A
• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Authority adopted Resolution No. EDA 2024-47 to authorize the issuance and sale of Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A. The board also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. EDA 2024-47 authorizing issuance and sale of $51,370,000 Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A
• Approved March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation from the Citizen Task Force regarding the Chaska Community Center Master Plan. The meeting also includes updates on parks, trails, recreation, and facility naming rights.

• Recommendation of the Chaska Community Center Master Plan Report
• Acceptance of the Citizen Task Force's Recommendation
• Park and Trail Updates
• Recreation Updates
• Facility Naming Rights Update

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding concept plans and rezoning requests. These include developments at Jaspers Circle, Hazeltine National Golf Course - Northwest, and Carlson Bluffs. The Highpoint Vistas project has been postponed to June 12th.

• Concept Plan for Jaspers Circle/Todd Olin
• Site & Building Plan and Rezoning for Hazeltine National Golf Course - Northwest
• Preliminary Plat and Rezoning for Carlson Bluffs
• Postponement of Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group project to June 12th

The Chaska Planning Commission recommended approval of a 16-lot concept plan for Jaspers Circle, subject to conditions including working with neighborhood representatives and exploring design changes. The Commission also recommended approval of a preliminary site and building plan and rezoning for Hazeltine National Golf Course, and recommended approval of a rezoning and preliminary plat for the 14-lot Carlson Bluffs subdivision. All motions carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Recommended approval of Jaspers Circle 16-lot concept plan, subject to conditions (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Hazeltine National Golf Course preliminary site and building plan, subject to conditions (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from Open (O) to Planned Multi-Use District (PMD-23) for Hazeltine (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of rezoning and preliminary plat for 14-lot Carlson Bluffs subdivision, subject to conditions (motion carried)
• Postponed Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group preliminary plat, rezoning, and variance to June 12, 2024 Planning Commission
• Approved April 10, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:21 pm (motion carried)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Site Alteration Permit. The item concerns rehabilitation improvements at 300 Chestnut St N.

• Public Hearing: Site Alteration Permit for City Square Rehabilitation Improvements (300 Chestnut St N)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding recreational cannabis regulations. The meeting also includes consent items for several road improvement bids and real estate donation agreements.

• Work session on recreational cannabis regulations
• Bid award for NE Collector - Savanna Way Phase 2 Project
• Bid award for Bavaria Road Turn Lane Improvements at SW Christian High School
• Bid award for the 2024 Overlay Program
• Real estate donation agreements for Lucero Izaguirre and United Sugar Producers & Refiners Cooperative

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including the Savanna Way Phase 2 project and the 2024 Overlay Program. The council also granted liquor licenses to Costco and a temporary license to Guardian Angels Church. Additionally, a new employment contract for Teamsters Local 320 was approved.

• Awarded NE Collector - Savanna Way Phase 2 bid to Swan Companies, Inc. for $1,879,880.03
• Awarded Bavaria Road Turn Lane Improvements bid to Kusske Construction Co. for $914,480.80
• Awarded 2024 Overlay Program bid to Northwest Asphalt for $503,302.72
• Approved Off-Sale and Sunday Sale liquor licenses for Costco Wholesale Corporation
• Approved Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating License for Guardian Angels Church
• Approved 2024-2025 employment contract for Teamsters Local 320
• Approved 2024-2025 transient accommodation license for Super 8
• Approved real estate agreements with Lucero Izaguirre and United Sugar Producers & Refiners Cooperative

Human Rights Commission

The Chaska Human Rights Commission will review the March 28, 2024, meeting minutes and the April 2024 Treasurer's Report. The agenda also includes a guest presentation and discussions regarding various community recognition programs.

• 'Conversations on R.A.C.E.' presentation by Adonai Yidnekachew
• Approval of March 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• April 2024 Treasurer's Report
• Discussion of various community recognition items

City Council

The Council will hold a work session regarding construction or expansion options for the MSB Facility. Action items include designating a new official newspaper and considering a resolution against installing noise walls along Highway 41 and CSAH 10.

• Work session on MSB Facility construction/expansion options
• Resolution 2024-34 regarding noise walls on Highway 41 and CSAH 10
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Chaska Lions Club
• On-Sale Liquor at Community Event for Oak 19 Fare and Refreshment
• McKnight Wetland Bank Conservation Easement approval

The Council adopted Resolution 2024-34 to oppose the installation of noise walls along CSAH 10 and Trunk Highway 41. The body also appointed a new official newspaper and approved several liquor licenses and grants.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-34 voting against proposed noise walls on CSAH 10 and Highway 41
• Appointed The Patriot as the official city newspaper for the remainder of 2024
• Approved $615,000 grant for Seminary Fen Ravine C-2 stabilization
• Approved 2024-2025 Labor Agreement for Law Enforcement Lieutenants (Local #447)
• Approved McKnight Wetland Bank Conservation Easement
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Chaska Lions Club (June 14-16, 2024)
• Approved on-sale liquor license for Oak 19 Fare and Refreshment (effective May 5, 2024)
• Approved Accounts Payable Claims Roster 15-4-2024

Planning Commission

The commission will review a concept plan recommendation for Jasper Circle. One previously scheduled item regarding Highpoint Vistas has been postponed until the May 8 meeting.

• Recommend approval of the Concept Plan for Jasper Circle/Todd Olin (PC #2024-06)
• Postponed: Preliminary Plat, Rezoning & Variance for Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group (PC #2024-02)

The Chaska Planning Commission postponed two action items to its May 8, 2024 meeting: a preliminary plat, rezoning and variance for Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group (PC #2024-02), and a recommendation on the concept plan for Jasper Circle/Todd Olin (OC #2024-06). The commission adopted the agenda and approved its March 13, 2024 minutes. No one spoke during Visitor Presentation, and the meeting adjourned at 7:06 pm.

• Postponed preliminary plat, rezoning and variance for Highpoint Vistas/Forestar Group (PC #2024-02) to May 8, 2024
• Postponed recommendation on concept plan for Jasper Circle/Todd Olin (OC #2024-06) to May 8, 2024 (motion carried)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved the March 13, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:06 pm (motion carried)

General

The commission will hold public hearings regarding two site alteration permit applications. These items include the Eitel House at 2532 Eitel Road and a property at 210 Chestnut Street.

• Public hearing for Site Alteration Permit (SAP) at 2532 Eitel Road (Eitel House)
• Public hearing for Site Alteration Permit (SAP) at 210 Chestnut Street

The Chaska Heritage Preservation Commission approved two Site Alteration Permits at its April 2, 2024 meeting. The first, for the Eitel House at 2532 Eitel Road, covers rear porch restoration, a driveway and detached garage, window replacement, roof shingle replacement, and removal of an on-site windmill; it was approved with a revision to condition #6 stating composite windows are acceptable. The second, for 210 Chestnut Street, was approved as presented. Both votes carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved Site Alteration Permit for Eitel House at 2532 Eitel Road (HPC #2024-03), with condition #6 revised to allow composite windows (motion carried)
• Approved Site Alteration Permit for 210 Chestnut Street (HPC #2024-02) (motion carried)
• Approved the February 6, 2024 HPC meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:02 p.m. (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider a new Chaska Police Department Drone Policy and a resolution for the 2024 Downtown Project. A work session is also scheduled to review proposed plans for the rehabilitation of City Square.

• Public hearing for Chaska Police Department Drone Policy
• Resolution 2024-33 ordering improvements for 2024 Downtown Project
• Resolution 2024-32 prohibiting parking on Bavaria Road
• Liquor licenses for Red Bench Bakery LLC, DBA Rouge 41
• Work session to review City Square rehabilitation plans

The Chaska City Council approved a drone policy for the Police Department and adopted a resolution ordering improvements for the 2024 Downtown Project. The council also passed consent items prohibiting parking on Bavaria Road and granting liquor licenses to Red Bench Bakery LLC. The meeting included a visitor presentation and the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved Chaska Police Department Drone Policy
• Adopted Resolution 2024-33 for 2024 Downtown Project improvements
• Adopted Resolution 2024-32 prohibiting parking on Bavaria Road
• Approved liquor licenses for Red Bench Bakery LLC, DBA Rouge 41
• Approved previous meeting minutes from 3-18-2024

Human Rights Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from Assistant United States Attorney Justin Page regarding Civil Rights Units. The meeting includes discussions on several community recognition items and the 'Conversations on R.A.C.E.' program.

• Presentation by Justin Page, Assistant United States Attorney
• Conversations on R.A.C.E. discussion
• MLK Human Rights Celebration discussion
• Pride Celebration discussion
• Indigenous Peoples Recognition discussion

The Commission approved a budget of up to $2,000 for a Pride Celebration scheduled for June 22 at Veterans Park. Members also reviewed the 2023 treasurer's report and heard a presentation from the Department of Justice Civil Rights Unit.

• Approved budget of up to $2,000 for Pride Celebration
• Approved February 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 Treasurer's Report
• Removed item 6.A. from the agenda

City Council

The City Council will review final recommendations from the Chaska Community Center Task Force. The agenda includes public hearings for economic development grants and road improvements, as well as several resolutions regarding land acquisition and site plans.

• Chaska Community Center Task Force final recommendations
• Application for 13.5 acres of Big Woods at 4250 Chaska Blvd
• Bavaria Rd/Southwest Christian High School turn lane improvements
• Final Site & Building Plan and Final Plat for 3740 Chestnut Street
• Concept Plan for Hazeltine National Golf Club

The Chaska City Council approved a bid for retaining wall replacements on Bavaria Road and authorized an application for a state investment grant for Marotta Controls, Inc. The Council also approved the concept plan for Hazeltine National Golf Club and authorized bids for turn lane improvements near Southwest Christian High School. Additionally, the Council approved grant applications for land acquisition in the Big Woods and amended city code regarding transient merchant permits.

• Approved $174,147 bid for Bavaria Rd/Innsbruck retaining wall replacement
• Approved application for MN-DNR Natural and Scenic Area Grant
• Approved application for LCCMR Land Acquisition grant for Big Woods
• Amended 2023 Fund Budgets via Resolution 2024-25
• Amended City Code regarding Transient Merchant permits
• Approved good neighbor agreement for Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Grant
• Approved Final Site & Building Plan for 3740 Chestnut Street
• Approved application for MN Investment Program for Marotta Controls, Inc.

Economic Development Authority

The Chaska Economic Development Authority is reviewing a Downtown Building Improvement Program loan application from Chaska Mill Properties for 500 N Pine St. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding bond sale reimbursement.

• Loan application for 500 N Pine St from Chaska Mill Properties
• Bond sale reimbursement discussion

The Economic Development Authority approved a loan application for Chaska Mill Properties LLC for improvements at 500 N Pine St. The board also adopted a resolution regarding bond sale reimbursement compliance.

• Approved Downtown Building Improvement Program Loan for Chaska Mill Properties LLC at 500 N Pine St
• Adopted Resolution No 2024-28 regarding compliance with Reimbursement Bond Regulations
• Approved December 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Chaska Planning Commission will review a concept plan for Hazeltine National Golf Club. The commission will also recommend approval of a site and building plan for 3740 Chestnut Street. Additionally, the meeting includes receiving minutes from recent City Council and Park Board meetings.

• Concept Plan for Hazeltine National Golf Club
• Final Site & Building Plan and Final Plat for 3740 Chestnut Street
• Receipt of February 5, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
• Receipt of December 12, 2023 Park Board meeting minutes

The Chaska Planning Commission recommended approval of the Concept Plan for Hazeltine National Golf Club, subject to 16 specific conditions regarding utilities, traffic analysis, and sidewalks. The Commission also approved a final site plan for 3740 Chestnut Street. During discussion, commissioners debated whether the golf club should be responsible for sidewalk improvements on adjacent public roads, with staff clarifying that sidewalk provisions are standard requirements for new developments.

• Recommended approval of Hazeltine National Golf Club Concept Plan (PC #2024-04) with 16 conditions
• Approved Final Site & Building Plan and Final Plat for 3740 Chestnut Street (PC #2024-05)
• Approved February 14, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Adopted meeting agenda
• Received February 5, 2024 City Council and December 12, 2023 Park Board minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the 2040 Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan and award contracts for the Chaska Public Safety Facility. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding street reconstruction and grant applications.

• 2040 Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan
• Chaska Public Safety Facility contracts
• Downtown Street and Utility Reconstruction Project bids
• NE Collector Savanna Way Phase II Project bids
• No Parking resolution for Savanna Way between Farm Hill Boulevard and Creek Road

The City Council approved the 2040 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and awarded contracts for the Chaska Public Safety Facility. The Council also authorized bids for downtown street and utility reconstruction and the Savanna Way Phase II project.

• Approved 2040 Chaska Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
• Approved awarding of contracts for Chaska Public Safety Facility
• Adopted Resolution 2024-19 to solicit bids for 2024 Downtown Street and Utility Reconstruction Project
• Adopted Resolution 2024-20 to solicit bids for NE Collector Savanna Way Phase II Project
• Adopted Resolution 2024-21 prohibiting parking on Savanna Way between Farm Hill Boulevard and Creek Road
• Approved temporary liquor license for SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce - Taste of Chaska
• Adopted Resolution 2024-22 to apply for Carver County Community Development Agency grant funds
• Set public hearing for March 18, 2024 regarding Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) grant application

City Council

The Chaska City Council will review a concept plan for the Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition subdivision. The meeting also includes discussions on street and utility reconstruction, regional trail plans, and updates to the city's zoning ordinance.

• Concept plan approval for Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition at 3675 Big Woods Blvd
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding non-conforming structures and uses
• Feasibility report for 2024 street and utility reconstruction improvements
• Bidding authorization for Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail – Chaska Connection
• Bavaria Road turn lanes feasibility study at Southwest Christian High School

The Council approved the concept plan for the Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition subdivision and adopted several zoning ordinance amendments. They also authorized a letter of opposition to state 'Missing Middle' housing bills and approved various infrastructure projects.

• Approved concept plan for Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition 14-lot subdivision
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1042 amending non-conforming structures, uses, and lots
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1043 amending variance regulations
• Approved Resolution 2024-16 for NE Collector improvements (Savanna Way Phase 2)
• Approved Resolution 2024-14 for 2024 Street & Utility Reconstruction feasibility
• Approved Resolution 2024-15 to solicit bids for Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail
• Authorized Mayor to sign opposition letter to housing bills HF 4009 and SF 3964
• Approved 4.5% performance salary increase for City Administrator

Human Rights Commission

The commission will introduce new members and recommend appointments for Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a presentation from Chaska Parks and Recreation and discussions regarding community partnerships.

• Recommendation of Chair and Vice Chair appointments
• Presentation by Sydney Seiffert and Erin Link (Chaska Parks and Recreation)
• Discussion on community partnerships and communications
• Selection of committees

The Chaska Human Rights Commission elected Sara Carlson as Chair and Jennifer Welvaert as Vice Chair for 2024. The commission also approved the January 25 meeting minutes and reviewed the 2023 Treasurer’s Report. Commissioners selected their subcommittee assignments for the upcoming year.

• Elected Sara Carlson as Chair for 2024 (Motion carried)
• Elected Jennifer Welvaert as Vice Chair for 2024 (Motion carried)
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (Motion carried)
• Accepted 2023 Treasurer’s Report (Motion carried)
• Commissioners selected subcommittee assignments

Planning Commission

The Chaska Planning Commission will consider a concept plan for Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition. A public hearing is scheduled regarding zoning ordinance amendments for non-conforming structures, uses, and lots of record. The commission will also recommend the appointment of its Chair and Vice-Chair to the City Council.

• Concept plan recommendation for Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition
• Public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments for non-conforming structures, uses, and lots of record
• Recommendation of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair appointments to City Council

The Commission recommended approval of a concept plan for a new residential addition and proposed several zoning ordinance amendments. It also recommended appointments for the commission's leadership roles to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of Ensconced Woods 2nd Addition Concept Plan (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendments to Non-Conforming Structures & Uses and Non-Conforming Lots of Record
• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Variances
• Recommended appointment of Commissioner Brass as Chair to City Council
• Recommended appointment of Commissioner Urbanski as Vice-Chair to City Council
• Approved December 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation for the approval of the 2040 Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an update to the Community Center Master Plan.

• Recommendation for 2040 Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan approval
• Community Center Master Plan update discussion
• Staffing update
• Review of City Council and Planning meeting minutes

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site alteration permit for 121 Hickory Street North. The meeting also includes a discussion to adopt the 2024 HPC goals.

• Site Alteration Permit (SAP) for 121 Hickory Street North
• Adoption of 2024 HPC Goals

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a Site Alteration Permit for repairs and exterior changes to a vacant house at 121 Hickory Street North. The commission also adopted its goals for 2024.

• Approved Site Alteration Permit for 121 Hickory Street North/Kenny Schultz/HPC #2024-01
• Adopted 2024 HPC Goals
• Approved December 5, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Chaska City Council will vote on consent items including a new contract for police officers and sergeants, public improvements for Harvest West 3rd and Del Webb developments, and a resolution to use eminent domain for the MN River Bluffs Regional Trail connection. The council will also approve Resolution 2024-10 regarding the 2024 Cogeneration and Small Power Production Tariff and adopt the city’s 2024 Pay Classification Plan. Open session includes resident presentations on election integrity, absentee voting procedures, and a police drone program. A closed session is scheduled to review the City Administrator’s annual performance.

• Approve 2024 union contract for police officers and sergeants
• Adopt Resolution 2024-11 authorizing eminent domain for the MN River Bluffs Regional Trail-Chaska Connection
• Approve public improvements for Harvest West 3rd, Del Webb 1st Addition, and Del Webb 2nd Addition
• Pass Resolution 2024-10 approving the 2024 Cogeneration and Small Power Production Tariff
• Public presentation on a police department drone program by Chief Seibert

The City Council approved several consent items, including police union contracts and a pay classification plan. The council also authorized the use of eminent domain for the MN River Bluffs Regional Trail-Chaska Connection.

• Approved Police Officers and Sergeants 2024-2025 union contracts
• Adopted Resolution 2024-11 authorizing eminent domain for MN River Bluffs Regional Trail-Chaska Connection
• Adopted Resolution 2024-10 approving 2024 Cogeneration and Small Power Production Tariff
• Approved 2024 Pay Classification Plan
• Approved appointment of Parks & Recreation Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approved public improvements for Harvest West 3rd, Del Webb 1st Addition, and Del Webb 2nd Addition

City Council

The Chaska City Council will hold a work session to review the final draft of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Main Plan. The council will also receive an update from Carver County on finalized designs for 82nd Street and discuss commission appointments.

• Review of final draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Main Plan
• Update on finalized 82nd Street designs from Carver County
• Discussion regarding commission appointments

Human Rights Commission

The commission will review the December 21, 2023 meeting minutes and the January 2024 treasurer's report. Discussion topics include the MLK Human Rights Celebration, community partnerships, and communications. The body will also address the 2024 calendar and qualitative and quantitative measures.

• Review of December 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• January 2024 Treasurer's Report
• MLK Human Rights Celebration discussion
• Discussion of 2024 Calendar and qualitative/quantitative measures

The commission adopted the December 21, 2023, meeting minutes and approved the January 2024 treasurer's report. Members discussed the MLK day celebration and outlined proposed recognition events for the 2024 calendar.

• Adopted December 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved January 2024 treasurer's report (Carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including those regarding primary judges, donations, and school infrastructure grants. The council also faces an action item to authorize soliciting public bids for a Public Safety Facility.

• Resolution 2024-7: Authorizing solicitation of public bids for the Public Safety Facility
• Resolution 2024-5: Appointing Presidential Preference Primary Judges
• Resolution 2024-6: Accepting Gifts and Donations
• Resolution 2024-8: Bond Sale Reimbursement
• Resolution 2024-09: Approving the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Infrastructure Grant Program

The City Council approved the solicitation of public bids for a new Public Safety Facility. The Council also passed several resolutions regarding election judges, grant programs, and bond reimbursements.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-7 authorizing public bids for the Public Safety Facility
• Adopted Resolution 2024-5 appointing Presidential Preference Primary Judges
• Adopted Resolution 2024-6 accepting gifts and donations from Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2023
• Adopted Resolution 2024-8 regarding bond sale reimbursement compliance
• Adopted Resolution 2024-09 approving the Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Grant Program
• Approved Accounts Payable Claims Roster 1-22-2024 (5-0)
• Approved January 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Park & Recreation Commission

This meeting is a work session rather than a regular monthly meeting. The commission will discuss pedestrian and bike topics, the CCC Master Plan update, and ideas for staff presentations.

• Pedestrian/Bike discussion
• CCC Master Plan update

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent items including appointments and public improvement releases. Action items include a public hearing on development, planning, building, and fire permit fees.

• Public Hearing: 2024 Development, Planning, Building and Fire Permit Fees
• Resolution 2024-1: Awarding bid for construction of Well #10
• Resolution 2024-2: Awarding bid for construction of Wells #11 & #12
• Resolution 2024-4: Award bid for Chaska Advanced Metering Infrastructure
• Ordinance 2024-1041: Amending development, planning, building and fire permit fee schedules

The Chaska City Council approved Resolution 2024-04 awarding the bid for an Advanced Metering Infrastructure system to Eaton for $5,333,839, contingent on completing an agreement and statement of work. The council also adopted Ordinance 2024-1041 updating 2024 development, planning, building, and fire permit fees, and approved a consent agenda that included two well construction bids, appointments, and the employee handbook. All votes recorded were carried with no dissenting votes noted.

• Approved Resolution 2024-04 awarding AMI system bid to Eaton for $5,333,839, contingent on agreement and statement of work
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1041 amending 2024 development, planning, building, and fire permit fee schedules
• Approved consent agenda items A-L, including appointment of Jon Grau as Acting Mayor for 2024
• Approved Resolution 2024-01 awarding Well #10 construction bid at $424,997
• Approved Resolution 2024-02 awarding Wells #11 & #12 construction bid at $829,475
• Approved Massage Therapy Business License No. MTB. 24-04 for Amber Laurent at 546 Bavaria Lane
• Approved the City of Chaska Employee Handbook
• Approved accounts payable claims roster; roll call vote was unanimous