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 "city": "Chisholm",
 "state": "MN",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2025-09-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to adopt data practices policy under state law",
   "summary": "The City Council is discussing and expected to adopt a formal Data Practices Policy required by Minnesota Statutes. The policy outlines residents' rights to access, inspect, and challenge government data, along with procedures for making requests and associated fees.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/City_of_Chisholm_Data_Practices_Policy_For_Data_Subjects_9.10.2025.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-12-28",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council sets 2023 levy at 7%, approves Public Safety Building bid",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council approved the final 2023 levy at 7% and the 2023 Governmental Funds Budget, and authorized bidding for the Public Safety Building. They also approved a $45,484 pump purchase, an incident reporting policy, and an ice arena contract. Public comments raised concerns about rezoning and taxes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/DECEMBER_28_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-12-20",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council accepts concept of 7 zoning changes, 2 overlay districts",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a special meeting with the Planning Commission and accepted the concept of seven zoning changes with two overlay districts, and agreed to notify mineral land lease owners about a conditional use permit application. The FY 2023 budget and levy were discussed but no action was taken. The council then recessed to a closed session to discuss a labor contract, and adjourned afterward.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/DECEMBER_20__2022_SPECIAL_MEETING.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-12-14",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves Public Safety Building contracts, lot sale, and resolutions",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held its regular meeting on December 14, 2022, taking action on several items. They approved the sale of a lot to Garth and Brenda Beckwith for $2,500 plus legal fees, accepted contracts for the Public Safety Building with Adolfson & Peterson Construction, and adopted multiple resolutions including accepting a donation of tailings from Hibbing Taconite and applying for a DNR grant. The council also discussed the new zoning map and heard public opposition to the rezoning, but took no action on it. A Truth in Taxation hearing was held, and the meeting included a closed session for attorney-client privileged information regarding 319 3rd Ave NW.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/DECEMBER_14_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-11-30",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses 3rd Street Project with engineer",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a special meeting to discuss the 3rd Street Project with Matt Reid from Short Elliot Hendrickson (SEH). No formal action was taken on the project; the agenda was adopted and the meeting adjourned.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/NOVEMBER_30__2022_SPECIAL_MEETING_3RD_STREET_PROJECT.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-11-23",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves IRRR demo grant for 19 W Lake Street, sets public hearings",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council approved several routine items, including a resolution accepting IRRR funding for demolition at 19 W Lake Street, certified 2023 assessments to the county, and appointed members to the sanitary sewer district and airport authority. They also scheduled public hearings for a rezoning on December 5 and for the Public Safety Building on December 14. The meeting included a brief closed session for attorney-client privileged information.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/NOVEMBER_23_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-11-16",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council appoints interim ambulance director, adopts budgets and grants",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a special meeting to handle routine business and several personnel and financial items. They accepted the resignation of the Ambulance Director/Emergency Manager, appointed an interim replacement, and approved a job posting for the permanent position. The council also adopted resolutions for the FY 2023 enterprise budgets, a Community Development Block Grant application, utility rate fees for 2023, and canvassed the November 8 election results. A special meeting was scheduled for November 30 to discuss the 3rd Street Project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/NOVEMBER_16_2022_REGULAR_MEETING.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-11-15",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Chisholm and Balkan Township approve recycling and waste agreement updates",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a joint meeting with Balkan Township to review and approve agreements. They reviewed the fire/ambulance contract with minor text corrections and approved adjustments to the shared service agreement for the recycling center and waste management. The meeting was brief and procedural, adjourning after about 20 minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/NOVEMBER_15_2022_JOINT_MEETING_WITH_BALKAN_TOWNSHIP.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-11-09",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider 2023 budgets, CDBG application, utility rates",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council is meeting to consider several financial and administrative items, including the FY 2023 enterprise budgets, a CDBG application, and accepting utility rate fees for 2023. They will also discuss scheduling a joint meeting with Balkan Township on a recycling agreement and a special meeting to canvas votes. The agenda includes routine reports, consent agenda items, and a closed session regarding a MAPE contract.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/NOVEMBER_9_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-10-26",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves airport property sale, culvert work, and budget items",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held its regular meeting on October 26, 2022, covering routine reports, consent agenda, and several resolutions. Key actions included approving a culvert and street improvement project on 8th Street North, authorizing the purchase of airport property by Hibbing PUC, and amending the St. Louis County Haulage Agreement. The council also tabled a request by Garth and Brenda Beckwith to purchase an adjacent lot, and scheduled a special meeting to discuss the 3rd Street project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/OCTOBER_26_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-10-24",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves Chisholm/Balkan fire and ambulance contract",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council and Balkan Township held a joint meeting where they approved the Chisholm/Balkan Fire/Ambulance Contract. A shared service agreement for the recycling center and waste management was discussed, with a future joint meeting scheduled to review the contract. The meeting was otherwise procedural.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/OCTOBER_24_2022_JOINT_MEETING_WITH_BALKAN_TOWNSHIP.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-10-18",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss 3rd Street project and Essentia building letter",
   "summary": "This is a special meeting of the Chisholm City Council with a short agenda. The council will discuss the 3rd Street Project and a letter from St. Louis County Deputy Administrator Brian Fritsinger regarding the St. Louis County/Essentia Building in Chisholm. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/OCTOBER_18_2022_SPECIAL_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-10-12",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $31,970 Fieldhouse work and picks CMAR for Public Safety Building",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held its regular meeting on October 12, 2022, taking several actions including approving a $31,970 quote for Fieldhouse work, selecting Adolfson & Peterson Construction as the Construction Manager at Risk for the Public Safety Building project, and adopting resolutions for an IRRR development partnership grant and a police officer PERA declaration. The council also heard informational updates on the MnDOT Highway 169 ice study and the Senator David Tomassoni Bridge project, and approved a $7,250 request from the Chamber of Commerce for a Christmas shopping promotion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/OCTOBER_12_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-09-28",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to set 2023 tax levy, Truth in Taxation hearing date",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council is meeting to consider routine reports, approve the consent agenda, and take up several new business items. Key actions include setting the 2023 proposed city tax levy and certifying the Truth in Taxation public hearing date, as well as a budget amendment for multiple departments. The council will also discuss a street closure request, a library donation, a fine-free library policy, and scheduling special meetings on the 3rd Street project and a school facilities walk-through.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/SEPTEMBER_28_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/SEPTEMBER_28_2022_REGULAR_MEETING_MINUTES.pdf",
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-09-20",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council hears updates on housing, road repairs, new facility",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a working session to discuss several ongoing projects. They received updates on the Wenton Addition housing development, heard a response from a contractor regarding road repair requests, discussed a proposed daycare and medical/mental health facility, and reviewed budget projections.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/SEPTEMBER_20_2022_WORKING_SESSION.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-09-14",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on proposed assessment, consider multiple resolutions",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed assessment, then consider a series of resolutions and reports. Key items include adopting assessments for street projects, a cooperative agreement with St. Louis County, selling surplus garbage carts to Hibbing, and a potential land sale to Detroit Reman. The meeting also includes a closed session for a 3rd Street project update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/SEPTEMBER_14_2022_REGULAR_MEETING_(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/SEPTEMBER_14_2022_REGULAR_MEETING_MINUTES.pdf",
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-08-23",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves CMaR method for Public Safety Building, fire truck purchase",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a special meeting to approve the Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) delivery method for the Public Safety Building, accept the 2021 audit, discuss the 2023 budget, and purchase a used fire department vehicle. They also directed actions to close out the 3rd Street Project, including requesting repairs, warranties, and liquidated damages.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/AUGUST_23_2022_SPECIAL_MEETING.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-08-16",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses 3rd Street project delay and frozen utility lines",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a working session on August 16, 2022, primarily to discuss the 3rd Street Project, including its delay and issues with frozen utility lines. The agenda was adopted and the session adjourned after the discussion. No formal decisions were made.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/AUGUST_16_2022_WORKING_SESSION.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-08-15",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Chisholm council adopts 2023 airport levy, reviews draft budget",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a joint meeting with the Hibbing City Council and the Chisholm-Hibbing Airport Authority. They adopted Resolution 0822-77 for the airport authority's 2023 levy and discussed the 2023 draft budget presented by the executive director. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive actions taken.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/AUGUST_15_2022_JOINT_MEETING_WITH_AIRPORT_AUTHORITY_AND_HIBBING_CITY_COUNCIL.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-08-11",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Chisholm council canvasses primary election votes",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held a special meeting to adopt Resolution 0822-76, which canvasses the votes from the primary election. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other business discussed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/AUGUST_11_2022_SPECIAL_MEETING_CANVASS_VOTES.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-08-10",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider ambulance hires, mutual aid, and street project payments",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council is meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will consider hiring an EMT, approving mutual aid agreements with Essentia Health/Buhl Ambulance and Life Link III, adopting the International Property Maintenance Code, and approving pay applications for street improvement projects. The agenda also includes various appointments, job postings, and a closed session for pending litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/AUGUST_10_2022_REGULAR_MEETING(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/AUGUST_10_2022_REGULAR_MEETING_MINUTES.pdf",
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-07-13",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $395,894 street rehab payment, buys Sabin's Lot for $9,200",
   "summary": "The Chisholm City Council held its regular meeting on July 13, 2022, taking action on a range of items including approving payments for street projects, purchasing a lot for economic development, and supporting community events. The council also discussed but took no action on a request to purchase a vacant right-of-way. Several items were approved unanimously, including a severe weather notification system change and various permits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/JULY_13_2022_REGULAR_MEETING.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-06-06",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses motorized vehicles at Redhead Mountain Bike Park",
   "summary": "The City Council held a working session to discuss the allowable use of motorized vehicles at Redhead Mountain Bike Park. The discussion included engineering, boat launch, and safety concerns regarding bike path crossings. The council also discussed the current Dangerous Animals Ordinance following a recent dog bite in town.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/JUNE_6_2022_WORKING_SESSION_MOTORIZED_VEHICLES_IN_RH_AND_DANGEROUS_DOGS.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-05-25",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Chisholm Council approves street rehabilitation contracts and property purchase",
   "summary": "The City Council approved several construction agreements for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project and a $20,000 property purchase from Big Trout LLC. The council also authorized a 3% increase for fire protection services in St. Louis County.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/MAY_25_2022_REGULAR_MEETING_.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2022-05-11",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Chisholm Council approves Redhead Mountain Bike Park proposal and sewer ordinance updates",
   "summary": "The City Council approved a $4,000 planning and design proposal from Rock Solid Trails for the Redhead Mountain Bike Park. The council also adopted amendments to the city code regarding public and private sewers and authorized grant applications for 123 Lake Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B89A03091-259E-44A3-B82B-4ACB22D45D19%7D/uploads/MAY_11_2022_REGULAR_MEETING.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://chisholm.govoffice.com"
  }
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