Buffalo public meetings in 2024

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27 at 7 pm at the Buffalo City Center.

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2025 budget, capital improvement plan, fee schedule, and certify property tax levies. The council will also consider consent agenda items including a temporary liquor license for Hayes' Public House and a consumption permit for Endee LLC. Old business includes an ordinance amending the airport advisory board, issuing temporary tax abatement bonds, and accepting a donation for the PenRad building. New business includes approving memoranda of understanding with police unions LELS Local #234 and #337.

• Public hearing to adopt 2025 budget and certify property tax levies
• Temporary on-sale liquor license for Hayes' Public House on December 21
• Consumption and display permit for Endee LLC at 1006 Commercial Drive #3
• Ordinance No. 2024-13 amending Section 2-129 Airport Advisory Board
• Memoranda of Understanding with LELS Local #234 (Patrol) and #337 (Sergeants)

The Buffalo City Council adopted the 2025 budget, Capital Improvement Plan, fee schedule, and certified the 2025 property tax levy and HRA levy. It also approved ordinances and resolutions related to the Airport Advisory Board, temporary bonds for the community center site, and police union memoranda of understanding.

• Adopted 2025 budget, CIP, fee schedule, and certified property tax levy (5-0)
• Certified 2025 HRA levy (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-13 amending Airport Advisory Board residency requirements (5-0)
• Issued temporary GO taxable tax abatement bonds, Series 2024C (5-0)
• Accepted in-kind donation for PenRad building purchase (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with LELS Local #234 (patrol) (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with LELS Local #337 (sergeants) (5-0)
• Appointed advisory board members for 2025 (5-0)

Community Center Board

This special meeting of the Buffalo Community Center Advisory Board will consider appointing Amy Wittman as a new board member and adopting a change to monthly meetings at 5pm on City Council nights. The board will also receive updates on the PenRad building purchase (the future community center) and transportation services. Approval of November minutes and open forum are also on the agenda.

• Approval of Amy Wittman as new board member for a 1-year term starting January 2025
• Approval of revised meeting schedule: monthly meetings at 5pm on first City Council meeting day
• Update on purchase of PenRad building; due diligence period underway, planned closing by Dec 31, 2024
• Discussion of transportation options: Trailblazer free rides, ITNAmerica software, possible small fee
• Update on 2025 events: ventriloquist show Feb 14, Youth Entrepreneur Fair planning

The Buffalo Community Center Advisory Board recommended Amy Wittman to fill a vacant board seat, approved changing meetings to monthly on the first Monday at 5:00 pm starting in 2025, and approved the November minutes. No other formal decisions were made; updates covered the PenRad building closing, quotes for improvements, and ride-share program progress.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Amy Wittman to City Council for board seat (5-0)
• Approved monthly meetings on first Monday at 5:00 pm starting 2025 (5-0)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Buffalo Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider a proposal to hire Viewpoint Consulting Group for a housing demand study costing $16,500, with the city's share capped at $8,250. The study would update the 2018 housing study and include rental, senior, and for-sale market analysis through 2030. The board will also approve claims totaling $58,302.74 and review past meeting minutes.

• Housing study proposal from Viewpoint Consulting Group, $16,500 total; city share $8,250
• City splitting study cost 50/50 with a developer
• Study to assess rental, senior, and for-sale housing demand through 2030
• Approval of claims for October and November payments totaling $58,302.74

The Buffalo Housing & Redevelopment Authority voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council cost-share a $16,500 housing study with a developer, with the city's share not to exceed $8,250. The study, proposed by Viewpoint Consulting Group, aims to provide updated market and demand data to guide future housing development. The HRA also approved the October 8 meeting minutes and $58,302.74 in claims.

• Approved October 8 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $58,302.74 in claims (5-0)
• Recommended cost-sharing of housing study to Council (5-0)

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board will discuss downtown building design guidelines and a potential beach improvement project. The board is also reviewing applications for the Century Homes Program.

• Century Homes Program applications for 208 2nd ST NW and 506 Lake Boulevard S
• Discussion of Downtown Building Design Guidelines and the 2040 Downtown Visions Plan
• Discussion of a potential Eagle Scout project for the beach area below the WPA Wall

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board approved the first two Century Homes Program applications, for 208 2nd St NW and 506 Lake Blvd South, with unanimous votes. The board also discussed the 2025 city budget, downtown design guidelines, and the WPA Wall beach project, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved Century Homes application for 208 2nd St NW (3-0)
• Approved Century Homes application for 506 Lake Blvd South (4-0)
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a conditional use permit and variance at 1807 Pulaski Road to allow expansion of nonconforming use and rebuild within the Shore Impact Zone. The commission will also consider Ordinance 2024-12, which would amend the city's entire sign code. Other items include approval of November 12 minutes and council review.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit & Variance at 1807 Pulaski Road (PID 103-500-163210) for impervious surface exceeding 25% limit and rebuild in Shore Impact Zone
• Consideration of Ordinance 2024-12 to amend the entire Sign Ordinance (Sec. 34) of the City Code
• Approval of November 12 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to table a conditional use permit and variance request for 1807 Pulaski Road after the DNR stated the structure is partially below the ordinary high-water level and a permit cannot be authorized. The commission also voted 7-0 to table Ordinance 2024-12, a sign ordinance amendment, for further revisions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included discussion on downtown business mix and approval of the November 12 minutes.

• Tabled CUP and variance for 1807 Pulaski Road (7-0)
• Tabled Sign Ordinance Amendment 2024-12 (7-0)
• Approved November 12 Planning Commission minutes (6-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed final tax levy and budget for 2025. The body is also considering several ordinances to regulate the sale and cultivation of cannabis and hemp edibles.

• 2025 Proposed Final Tax Levy and Budget public meeting
• Ordinance No. 2024-8: Zoning amendment to allow cannabis sale and cultivation
• Ordinance No. 2024-9: Retail sale of cannabis and lower-potency hemp edibles
• Ordinance No. 2024-10: Lifting moratorium on new cannabis retail uses
• Volunteer Ride Share Program Agreement with ITN Country

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will discuss updating the City Trail Plan and recommending a new site for the Veterans’ Memorial Park. The board will also consider canceling its December meeting.

• Recommendation to relocate Veterans’ Memorial Park to a patio on the Buffalo lakewalk
• Proposed update to City Trail Plan to include a trail from HWY 55 north to Catlin Street
• Approval to cancel the December meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold the final budget workshop before adopting the 2025 budget and tax levy. Staff proposes no change to the preliminary 9.3% levy increase, driven by the new community center and other costs. Utility base rates would rise $10 per month across water, sewer, and electric. The council will also review fund budgets, the capital improvement plan, and fee schedule changes.

• 2025 property tax levy set at $12.3 million, up 9.3% ($1,049,265) from 2024
• Utility base rates increase $10/month for residential customers; consumption rates unchanged
• Fiber Phase II expansion budgeted at $10 million, requiring tax abatement bonding
• Community center improvements planned at $1 million, funded by tax abatement bonds
• New retail cannabis registration fee: $500 initial, $1,000 annual renewal

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of two ordinances regarding the retail sale of cannabis and lower-potency hemp edibles, including the lifting of a current moratorium on new cannabis-related uses.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 9: Retail sale of cannabis and lower-potency hemp edibles
• First reading of Ordinance No. 10: Lifting moratorium on new cannabis retail uses
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-11: Park Dedication Subdivision Amendment
• Runway 18/36 PAPI and REIL replacement
• Cost estimate for HWY 25 Trail potential TAP Grant

City Council

The Buffalo City Council is meeting as the Canvassing Board to review and approve the official returns from the November 2024 general election. After approval, the election results become official. This is a procedural meeting required by law.

• Canvassing of city election returns and declaration of results

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board will discuss a first draft of Downtown Building Design Guidelines, continuing previous conversations. They will also review City Council updates, including results from a public survey for 1st Avenue NE reconstruction (385 responses) and an upcoming sign ordinance addressing murals. The meeting includes approval of October minutes and an open forum.

• Discussion of first draft Downtown Building Design Guidelines based on Minnesota State Heritage Preservation standards
• Review of 385 responses to 1st Avenue NE reconstruction survey prioritizing green spaces and benches
• Public open house for 1st Avenue NE reconstruction on Wednesday, November 20 from 4:30–6:30 PM at City Center
• Council to address sign ordinance (murals) at December 2024 meeting
• Two Century Home applications received; deadline January 31, 2025 for 2025 approval

Library Board

The Buffalo Library Board will review August minutes, receive financial and librarian reports including a carpet update, and discuss the Art in the Library committee report covering city ownership of art and donation criteria. The board will also hold officer elections and review the board renewal year.

• Art in the Library committee report on city ownership of art, donation criteria, and update on removed pieces
• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes
• Librarian report with carpet update (installed in September)
• Officer elections for the board
• Review of board renewal year

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning amendments, including a request to rezone sites for a community center and a warehouse. The body will also review preliminary plans for two new residential developments and discuss updates to the subdivision ordinance regarding park dedication.

• Rezoning of 114, 118, 121, and 125 Commerce Cir from B-4 General Business to A-1 Agriculture for a community center
• Rezoning of 915 1st Avenue NW from B-4 General Business to B-W Business Warehouse
• PUD amendment for building expansion at Morrie’s Buffalo Ford (702 State Hwy 55 E)
• Concept review for Pulaski Shores and Serenity Grove residential developments
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-8 regarding tetrahydrocannabinol (cannabinoid) products

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Buffalo Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, was cancelled because there were no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 4 pm at Buffalo City Center.

Community Center Board

The Community Center Advisory Board will receive a status update on the purchase of the PenRad building for a new community center and discuss a transportation initiative to secure funding for rides to the future facility. The board will also plan 2025 events including Gamathon, Children's Business Fair, and Buffalo Days activities. Routine items include approval of September meeting minutes and introductions.

• Status update on PenRad building purchase for new community center
• Transportation initiative to seek donations/grants for rides to future facility
• Planning for 2025 events: Gamathon (Jan 1), Children's Business Fair, Buffalo Days Family Fun Day
• Introduction of new Community Education Director
• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Airport Board

At its Nov 6 meeting, the Buffalo Airport Advisory Board will receive an update on the Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan, including phased east-side development and west-side options. The board will also discuss the Clear Zone Acquisition Plan (CZAP) with a total cost of $10,000 and review the Capital Improvement Plan, including a proposed $382,000 NAVAIDS Replacement Project using BIL funds. Other items include advisory board terms and ordinance updates, perimeter gate and fence progress, and NW private hangar development.

• Master Plan update with preferred east expansion alternative and cost estimates submitted to FAA on Oct 3, 2024
• Clear Zone Acquisition Plan (CZAP): $10,000 total project cost (70% state, 30% local)
• 2025 NAVAIDS Replacement Project: $382,000 for new LED PAPI and REIL lights (95% FAA, 2.5% state, 2.5% local)
• Use of $159,000 in 2022 BIL funds for the NAVAIDS project before expiration
• Discussion of 5-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding property tax abatements for the Community Center project. The body will also consider a purchase agreement for the project and discuss a grant for a trail along Hwy 25 N.

• Public hearing on property tax abatements for Community Center Project
• Resolution 2024-46 approving tax abatement and purchase agreement for Community Center Project
• Approval of layout and municipal consent for TH25 Roundabout at Catlin St
• Purchase of CivicPlusChatBot software services
• Discussion of Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant for Hwy 25 N trail

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will discuss and potentially decide on park dedication for the Greenbriar Hills 8th Addition subdivision. They will also vote on recommending the 2025 fee schedule. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes, a park superintendent report, and updates on park projects.

• Greenbriar Hills 8th Addition park dedication
• Approval to recommend 2025 fee schedule
• Reminder of board terms ending in 2024
• Park superintendent report
• Updates on park projects and operations

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will hold public hearings on municipal consent for State Project 8605-54 on Highway 25 North and on special assessments for 2024 delinquent accounts. The council will also consider Ordinance 2024-7 amending Section 50-366, the Fiber Optic Network Deployment Phase 2, and the Electric Department Market Wage Study. Additionally, the council will act on the resignation of Finance Director Kelly Horn and a proposal for recruitment services for that position.

• Public hearing: Municipal Consent for State Project 8605-54 – Highway 25 North
• Public hearing: Special Assessments for 2024 Delinquent Accounts
• Ordinance 2024-7 amending Section 50-366 of the Buffalo City Code
• Fiber Optic Network Deployment Phase 2
• Approve resignation of Finance Director Kelly Horn and recruitment services proposal

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board will discuss the outcome of the downtown building design guidelines subcommittee meeting, review the Century Homes program which has received 2 applications, and talk about the Downtown Parking Plaza dedication event. They will also approve the previous meeting minutes and hear a council liaison report.

• Approval of September 9 meeting minutes
• Discussion of downtown parking plaza dedication event held September 28
• Presentation of downtown building design guidelines subcommittee findings
• Update on Century Homes Program with 2 applications received

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a revised plan for the Buffalo Point North residential development and a new ordinance regarding metal shipping containers. The body will also hold a public hearing on a storage expansion and review a tabled garage relocation request.

• Concept review for Buffalo Point North residential development revisions
• Ordinance 2024-7 regarding temporary use of 8x8x40 metal shipping containers
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit to exceed 1,200 sf storage at 720 8th St NW
• Conditional use permit for relocating a 3-car garage to 610 Montrose Blvd

City Council

This workshop reviews 2025 Special Revenue Fund budgets and provides guidance on Utility Fund budgets. Proposals include base rate increases for water ($5/month), water reclamation ($2/month), and electric ($3/month), and a new Fire Marshall/Assistant Fire Chief position. Significant cuts to capital improvement plans and balloon debt payments for the 2014A bond are noted. A fiber budget and strategy discussion is also on the agenda but no details are provided.

• Proposed water base rate increase of $5/month and water reclamation increase of $2/month
• Addition of Fire Marshall/Assistant Fire Chief (0.5 FTE, $68,534 budgeted for 2025)
• Capital outlay cuts: $184,000 from Water CIP, $2,898,958 from Water Reclamation CIP
• Balloon payment due in 2025 on 2014A bond for Water and Water Reclamation funds
• Fiber budgetary and strategy discussion (no details provided in agenda)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Buffalo Housing and Redevelopment Authority will hold a regular meeting with a procedural agenda. The board will vote to approve the August 13 meeting minutes and claims totaling $31,372.65, and will receive staff updates. No new business, public hearings, or action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of August 13, 2024 HRA meeting minutes
• Approval of claims totaling $31,372.65 for payments to vendors including Hance Construction, Advanced Restoration Group, and others
• Staff updates (no details specified in the agenda)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a market study for municipal liquor stores, a special assessment policy, and a withdrawal of an outdoor recreation grant application for West Pulaski Park. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, personnel matters, a conditional use permit extension, and a gambling premises permit.

• Accept and approve market study for municipal liquor stores
• Adopt special assessment policy
• Withdraw Outdoor Recreation Grant application for West Pulaski Park
• Request for extension of conditional use permit for Wright Technical Center
• Adopt resolution declaring unpaid special charges and past due accounts to be assessed

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will review a proposal to update the park dedication ordinance. The board will also receive budget updates regarding the Mills Woods and Shonhaugen playgrounds.

• Proposal to update park dedication requirements and ordinance
• Capital improvement budget update for Mills Woods playground
• Capital improvement budget update for Shonhaugen playground

The Parks Advisory Board approved the Park Dedication Update and Analysis report, which recommends a 10% land dedication requirement and a $3,000 per residential unit fee, along with annual updates and conditional commercial/industrial dedication tied to the PUD process. The board also approved publishing an RFP for playground equipment removal at Shonhaugen and Mills Woods parks. All votes were 8-0.

• Approved Park Dedication Update and Analysis report (8-0)
• Approved publishing RFP for playground equipment removal (8-0)
• Approved August 26, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

Parks Board

This is a procedural notice: the Parks Advisory Board meeting originally scheduled for September 23, 2024, has been rescheduled to Monday, September 30, 2024, at 7 pm at the Buffalo City Center. No substantive agenda items are listed in the notice.

• Meeting rescheduled from September 23 to September 30, 2024

City Council

The City Council is reviewing MnDOT plans for Highway 25 North, including a new roundabout at Catlin Street. The body is also considering a second reading of an ordinance to amend the City Code and a request for a Safety Action Plan.

• Highway 25 North project with $827,500 in City of Buffalo construction costs
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-6 amending Chapter 36, Article II of the City Code
• Final approval for purchase of two new playgrounds from the CIP Budget
• Temporary on-sale liquor license request for St. Francis Xavier School fundraiser on October 4, 2024
• Closed session to discuss potential acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle

The City Council voted 4-0 to call a public hearing for October 21 on municipal consent for MnDOT's Highway 25 North project, which includes a roundabout at Catlin Street. The Council also adopted Ordinance 2024-6 amending Chapter 36, Article II of the City Code, and approved the Safety Action Plan RFP. All votes were 4-0 with Paul Olson absent.

• Called public hearing for Oct 21 on MnDOT Highway 25 project (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-6 amending City Code Chapter 36 (4-0)
• Approved Safety Action Plan RFP (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $1,264,447.29 (4-0)
• Approved hiring Michael Lukason as HVAC Technician
• Approved filling vacancies for Bore Rig Locator Operator and Liquor Store Clerk
• Approved temporary liquor license for St. Francis Xavier fundraiser Oct 4
• Approved purchase of two playgrounds at Shonhaugen and Mills-Sturges Parks

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The September 10, 2024 meeting of the Buffalo Housing & Redevelopment Authority has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The next scheduled meeting is October 8, 2024.

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the public dedication of two downtown parking plazas and review building design guidelines. The board will also consider approval for specific signage renderings.

• Approval of sign renderings for the Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen Parking Plazas
• Discussion of public dedication plans for the Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen parking plazas
• Discussion of downtown building design guidelines based on the 2040 Downtown Visions plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to relocate a 3-car garage from outside city limits to 610 Montrose Blvd. The proposed 720-square-foot garage would replace an existing undersized detached garage. Because the new garage's footprint slightly exceeds the principal building's footprint, a conditional use permit is required. The Commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and accept public comments.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for garage relocation at 610 Montrose Blvd.
• Proposed detached garage is 720 sq ft, replacing an undersized garage that cannot accommodate modern vehicles.
• CUP needed because garage footprint (720 sq ft) exceeds the principal building's footprint (approx. 686 sq ft).
• Property is zoned R-1 Single Family Residential.
• City Council will also review the permit on September 16, 2024.

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to table a conditional use permit for relocating a 3-car garage to 610 Montrose Blvd, pending answers to questions about garage location, orientation, and drainage concerns raised by commissioners and a neighbor. The commission also approved the August 12 meeting minutes with corrections, and received updates on previously approved permits and upcoming ordinances.

• Tabled conditional use permit for garage relocation at 610 Montrose Blvd (6-0)
• Approved August 12 Planning Commission minutes with corrections (5-0, 1 abstention)

Community Center Board

The Buffalo Community Center Advisory Board will hear updates on the status of a new facility purchase and review staff reports on budget, rentals, programs, and volunteer activities. The board will also plan 2025 keystone events including Gamathon, movies, Buffalo Days Fun Day, and an indoor mural. New members including a Youth Ambassador and Community Education Liaison will be introduced.

• Introduction of Youth Ambassador & Community Education Liaison
• Status of new facility purchase
• Advisory Board membership updates
• Staff report on budget, rentals, programs, and volunteers
• Planning for 2025 events: Gamathon, movies, Buffalo Days Fun Day, indoor mural

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will vote on the 2025 preliminary tax levy, which sets a cap on property tax increases for the coming year. Other major items include a temporary suspension of mural enforcement and an amendment to on-street parking time restrictions. A public hearing on the parking ordinance will also be held. The consent agenda covers routine approvals including a THC license and temporary liquor licenses for Hayes’ Public House.

• Adopt 2025 Preliminary Tax Levy (sets maximum property tax increase)
• Resolution 2024-35: Temporary Suspension of Mural Enforcement
• Ordinance 2024-5: Amendment to City Code Chapter 46-50 on continuous on-street parking time restrictions
• Ordinance 2024-6: Amendment to City Code Chapter 36, Article II (details unspecified)
• Approval of On-Sale THC License and temporary liquor licenses for Hayes’ Public House

The Buffalo City Council certified the preliminary 2025 property tax levy of about $1,049,265, a 9.3% increase, and consented to the HRA levy. The council also adopted an ordinance restricting continuous on-street parking to two hours on residential streets, approved replacing the Well 5 spool, and temporarily suspended mural enforcement. All votes were 4-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-37 certifying preliminary 2025 levy (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-38 consenting to HRA levy (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-5 restricting on-street parking to 2 hours (4-0)
• Approved replacing Well 5 spool (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-35 suspending mural enforcement (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-6 on temporary refuse containers (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including licenses and personnel items (4-0)

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to consider removing a section of the Rodeo Hills Trail. The board will also receive notice of an upcoming public input session to select playground equipment for Shonhaugen and Mills-Sturges parks. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and a park superintendent report.

• Public hearing on removal of Rodeo Hills Trail section
• Notice of public input session for playground equipment selection at Shonhaugen Park and Mills-Sturges Park
• Approval of July 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Park superintendent report

The Parks Advisory Board held a public hearing on the proposed removal of the Rodeo Hills Trail section but took no formal action. Residents voiced both support and opposition, with concerns about property access, safety, and maintenance. The board discussed possible compromises and agreed to revisit the issue in the spring. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Held public hearing on Rodeo Hills Trail removal; no vote taken
• Discussed potential trail removal ($8,000-$10,000) vs. repaving ($25,000); no action
• Scheduled public input session for playground equipment at Shonhaugen and Mills-Sturges parks on September 10

City Council

The council holds a workshop to provide guidance on the proposed 2025 preliminary tax levy of $12,497,920, an 11.1% increase over 2024. The increase is driven by new personnel, pavement management, civic center funding, and a reduced liquor fund transfer. No final decision is made at this workshop; the council will consider adopting the maximum levy on September 3, 2024.

• Proposed 2025 preliminary tax levy of $12,497,920, up 11.1% ($1,248,999) from 2024.
• Median-valued home ($328,669) would see an estimated $141 annual increase ($12/month) in city taxes.
• Three new positions: building inspector/code enforcement, parks maintenance, part-time community support specialist (total ~$245K).
• Pavement management levy increases $200,000 to $1,000,000; civic center levy doubles to $250,000.
• Debt levy decreases 5.3% due to cancellation of final 2019C bond payment, offset by new 2023B fiber and 2024B street reconstruction bond payments.

The City Council held a budget workshop and directed staff to reduce the proposed 2025 preliminary tax levy increase from 11.1% to 10%, giving staff discretion on how to achieve that target. The council also decided not to move forward with a Phase 2 Fiber proposal from Finley Engineering, as it was not budgeted, and staff will abandon the proposal and continue planning for 2025. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Directed staff to lower 2025 preliminary levy to 10% (consensus)
• Rejected Phase 2 Fiber proposal from Finley Engineering (consensus)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to on-street parking time restrictions and liability insurance requirements. The body is also reviewing a cooperative agreement with Buffalo Township for the 12th Street NE Project and a Local Housing Trust Fund ordinance.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2024-3 to increase liability insurance requirements
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2024-5 regarding continuous on-street parking time restrictions
• Local Housing Trust Fund Ordinance 2024-4
• Cooperative Agreement with Buffalo Township for the 12th Street NE Project
• Approval of claims listings totaling $2,805,175.53

The Buffalo City Council approved several ordinances and policies, including a Local Housing Trust Fund, increased liability insurance requirements, and a first reading of a two-hour on-street parking limit. It also approved two conditional use permits, a travel policy, and a cooperative agreement with Buffalo Township. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-3 increasing liability insurance requirements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-4 establishing a Local Housing Trust Fund (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-5 limiting continuous on-street parking to 2 hours (5-0)
• Approved CUP for 909 Circle Drive for detached garage and second curb cut (5-0)
• Approved CUP for 1481 Pulaski Road to enclose deck with plantings (5-0)
• Approved Travel Policy requiring council approval for out-of-state travel and trips over $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Buffalo Township for 12th Street NE project (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and hiring of Senior Accountant Jacalyn Wilkes (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss developing a policy for art donations, including city ownership and criteria for acceptance. They will also review financial reports, a librarian update on carpet replacement, and safety concerns about nighttime lighting. Previous minutes from February and May are up for approval.

• Discussion of city ownership of art donations
• Criteria for accepting art donations
• Possible subgroup to write art policy
• Update on carpet replacement from librarian report
• Safety check on outdoor lights

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Buffalo Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider the decertification of TIF District No. 22 (Whirltronics) after all obligations have been satisfied, and receive the annual TIF district update. They will also discuss a local housing trust fund, set the HRA preliminary levy, and act on a claims list totaling $261,228.52.

• Decertification of TIF District No. 22 (Whirltronics) via Resolution 2024-1
• Annual TIF district update and disclosure for six active/former districts
• Approval of claims totaling $261,228.52 for various projects and services
• Discussion of a Local Housing Trust Fund
• Setting the HRA preliminary levy for the upcoming budget year

The Buffalo Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved a 2025 preliminary levy of $404,158 (4-1), decertified TIF #22 with Whirltronics, and established a Local Housing Trust Fund via Ordinance 2024-35. The board also approved $261,228.52 in claims and appointed a member to the HPAB Downtown Design Committee.

• Approved 2025 preliminary levy of $404,158 (4-1)
• Decertified TIF #22 (Whirltronics) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-35 establishing Local Housing Trust Fund (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $261,228.52 (5-0)
• Derek Seifert volunteered for HPAB Downtown Design Committee

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board will discuss launching the Century Homes program, which recognizes historic homes, and finalize plans for the Boerner Family Plaza and Marcia Paulsen Plaza dedication ceremony on September 28, 2024. The board will also receive updates on the First Ave NE reconstruction project and downtown design guidelines, including forming a subcommittee. Council review will cover developer purchase of the former Wright County property and budget discussions for the Buffalo Historical Society.

• Discuss launch of Century Homes program with insert in August utility bill and website introduction
• Plan dedication ceremony for Boerner Family Plaza and Marcia Paulsen Plaza on September 28, 2024
• Review updates on First Ave NE street renovation project (2026-2027) including sewer and water upgrades
• Continue discussion on downtown design guidelines subcommittee and building height limits (50.19 feet)
• Receive update on sale of Wright County property to a developer, with studies ongoing

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board approved the July 8, 2024 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention) and discussed several ongoing initiatives. No formal policy decisions were made; the board discussed the Century Homes program outreach, downtown design guidelines, and the upcoming plaza dedication ceremony.

• Approved July 8, 2024 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Agreed to approach KRWC and Buffalo Community Podcast for Century Homes program promotion
• Discussed downtown design guidelines; subcommittee formed with LaFave, Holm, and Licht
• Planned September 28, 2024 dedication ceremony for Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen Plazas

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two conditional use permit requests regarding property improvements. The body will also address general discussion items and review previous minutes.

• Public hearing for a detached garage and additional driveway at 909 Circle Drive
• Public hearing to enclose an existing deck at 1481 Pulaski Rd
• Review of July 8 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval of two conditional use permits. The first allows a detached garage and second driveway at 909 Circle Drive, and the second allows enclosing an existing deck at 1481 Pulaski Rd with shoreline plantings. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final approval.

• Recommended approval of CUP for detached garage and second driveway at 909 Circle Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of CUP for deck enclosure at 1481 Pulaski Rd with shoreline plantings (6-0)
• Approved July 8, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

Airport Board

The Buffalo Airport Advisory Board will discuss updates to the Capital Improvement Plan and a MnDOT Airport Capital Grant application. Old business includes perimeter access gates, fence updates, and Northwest Private Hangar Development.

• Capital Improvement Plan discussion and MnDOT grant application (CZAP)
• Airport Master Plan update
• Perimeter Access Gates and Fence Update
• NW Private Hangar Development
• Approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes

The board reviewed six draft master plan layouts from Bolton & Menk, focusing on East Terminal expansion alternatives. Members were asked to submit their preferred East Terminal option to the airport manager by Aug 15 for cost estimates. The board also discussed capital improvement funding, including a $150,000 annual BIL grant that must be added to the CIP by November.

• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes with typo correction (unanimous)
• Directed board members to submit preferred East Terminal expansion option to airport manager by Aug 15
• Discussed CIP updates: received MnDOT CZAP grant, did not receive T-Hangar door replacement grant
• Noted 5 years of $150,000 BIL funds must be on CIP by Nov 2024 meeting
• Discussed PAPI & REIL replacement as potential use of BIL funds
• Supported draft letter to City Council requesting residency exception for board member Andy Smude

City Council

The City Council will vote on Resolution 2024-34 authorizing the issuance and sale of $2,500,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B, and levying a tax for their payment. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as selling a rescue vehicle and two trailers at auction, leasing two T-hangars, granting a gambling permit to Buffalo Youth Hockey Association, personnel actions, and purchasing a bucket truck for the Electric Department. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of Resolution 2024-34 for $2,500,000 General Obligation Bonds and tax levy
• Approval to sell Rescue11 at Elsenpeter Auctions
• Lease approval for T-Hangars A-7 & C-3
• Request for off-site gambling permit for Buffalo Youth Hockey Association at Buffalo Civic Center on September 14, 2024
• Electric Department equipment purchase – bucket truck

The City Council approved Resolution 2024-34 to issue and sell $2.5 million in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B, for street reconstruction and capital equipment purchases. The council also approved an $81,000 emergency rehab contract for Well 5 and approved the consent agenda, which included claims totaling $2,819,969.92, with the NeoGov contract removed for future discussion.

• Approved Resolution 2024-34 for $2.5M GO Bonds, Series 2024B (3-0)
• Approved $81,000 emergency Well 5 rehab contract with Traut Companies (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,819,969.92 in claims (3-0)
• Removed NeoGov contract from consent agenda for future discussion
• Approved consent items: Buffalo Point final plat extension, sale of Rescue 11, T-hangar leases, gambling permit, personnel matters, tobacco checks, trailer sales, travel request, equipment orders, TIF update

City Council

The City Council holds the first 2025 budget workshop, reviewing three Financial Management Plan scenarios for the property tax levy and Capital Improvement Plan. Scenarios range from an 11.7% levy increase (historic basic) to 19.7% (fully-funded with personnel and CIP). Staff seek council guidance on priorities for levy, CIP projects, and potential Community Center financing.

• 2025 levy increase scenarios: 11.7% (Scenario 3), 14.3% (Scenario 2), 19.7% (Scenario 1, fully-funded)
• Minnesota homestead exclusion formula change reduces taxable residential property values starting in 2025
• Estimated market values nearly flat at 1.8% increase; new construction adds ~$140,000 in tax revenue
• Proposed debt-financed projects include $4.7M police building addition (2026), $9.3M NE reconstruction (2027), and $3.9M fiber bonding (2026)
• Community Center property purchase ($1.97M cash outflows) and $800K improvement financing discussed as an add-on to scenarios

The City Council held its first 2025 budget workshop, reviewing five-year financial scenarios presented by staff. Council members reached consensus against the 'fully funded' scenario, calling the financial burden too great, and gave feedback on major capital improvement and personnel items. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was informational and advisory.

• Rejected 'fully funded' 2025-2029 budget scenario by consensus
• Gave feedback on major CIP items and Personnel Plan for 2025-2029

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, receive a Park Superintendent report, and discuss updates. No specific action items, ordinances, or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Park Superintendent Report (no details provided)
• Updates and other business (non-specific)

The Parks Advisory Board approved the June 24, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (8-0). No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports and updates on park signage, the West Pulaski splash pad mitigation, Veterans Park maintenance, and upcoming playground improvements.

• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2024-3 to amend city code Chapter 8 and increase liability insurance requirements. The consent agenda includes approvals of pay applications for TH25S Reconstruction, a resolution on municipal tort liability limits, appointment of election judges, and hire of a police officer. The council will also accept donations and adjourn to a budget workshop on July 22.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-3 amending city code to increase liability insurance requirements
• Approval of Pay Application #9 and #10 to R&R Excavating, Inc. for TH25S Reconstruction
• Consider Resolution 2024-28 electing non-waiver of statutory municipal tort liability limits and purchasing excess liability coverage
• Adopt Resolution 2024-29 appointing election judges for August 13 state primary and November 5 general election
• Approval for hire of a police officer candidate (personnel matter)

Community Center Board

The board will review minutes from the March 25 special meeting and receive a staff report. The agenda also includes an introduction of a Youth Ambassador and an update on the status of a future community center.

• Introduction of Youth Ambassador
• Status of Future Community Center
• Community Center Staff Report
• Approval of March 25 special meeting minutes

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Buffalo Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2024.

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review advertising updates for the Century Homes Program scheduled for August. Members will also discuss upcoming dedication ceremonies for the Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen parking plazas. Additionally, staff is seeking discussion on potential additions to downtown design guidelines.

• Century Homes Program advertising updates
• Dedication plans for Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen Plazas
• Review of 2040 Downtown Visions design guidelines

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss whether to modify City Code to allow shipping and storage containers in business or industrial districts. This follows requests from local business owners for more flexible storage options. Staff will present research on how neighboring cities regulate these containers.

• Discussion regarding the regulation of storage and shipping containers

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will discuss an outdoor recreation grant for a splash pad. The board is also scheduled to approve the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget.

• Approval of 2024 Capital Improvement Budget
• Outdoor Recreation Grant / Splash Pad discussion
• Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Street Improvements Project and the adoption of a reconstruction plan. They will also consider resolutions for the sale of $2,500,000 in street reconstruction bonds and $3,460,000 in electric revenue bonds.

• Public hearing: 2024 Street Improvements Project
• Resolution for $2,500,000 G.O. Street Reconstruction Bonds
• Resolution for $3,460,000 Electric Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A
• Approval of claims totaling $3,397,832.83
• Equipment purchase for Fiber Phase 1 Network Operations Center

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the 2023 audit findings from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. Staff is requesting formal approval of the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Presentation of the 2023 Audit Report
• Request for formal approval of the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Buffalo Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review a $5,000 matching grant request for Javtura Investments, LLC to install new heating and cooling units at 4 1st Ave NE. The board is also scheduled to consider proposed amendments to the HRA by-laws.

• $5,000 matching grant for commercial repairs at 4 1st Ave NE
• Proposed amendments to HRA By-Laws

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board will discuss updates to the Century Homes recognition program, including application dates for 2024-2025. Members will also review requested modifications to signs for the Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen plazas. Additionally, the board will address downtown building mapping and design guidelines.

• Century Homes Program applications open August 1, 2024 – January 1, 2025
• Signage modifications for Boerner Family Plaza and Marcia Paulsen Plaza
• Downtown building mapping by year built
• Downtown design guidelines

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit and setback variance for 701 Highway 55 E. The application proposes operating a health care or clinical services business in the B-3 Highway Commercial district.

• Public hearing for CUP and setback variance at 701 Highway 55 E
• Request for health care/clinical services business in B-3 Highway Commercial district

City Council

The City Council will discuss the authorization of electric revenue bonds and the 2025 budget and capital improvement plan schedule. The body is also reviewing a trail plan update and licensing for tattoo and body piercing services.

• Authorization for the sale of $3.46M Electric Revenue Bonds, 2024A
• Adoption of 2025 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Schedule
• Pay Application #3 and Change Order #2 to Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for 2022 Sanitary Sewer Lining
• Pay Application #8 and Change Order #8 to R & R Excavating, Inc. for TH25S Reconstruction
• Call for public hearing on Street Reconstruction Bonds and Street Reconstruction Plan

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board meeting scheduled for May 28, 2024, was cancelled because there were no agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, June 24 at 7 pm at the Buffalo City Center.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: June 24, 7 pm, Buffalo City Center

City Council

The City Council is discussing a master plan to replace utilities and pavement in the Northeast Area, bordered by Central Ave (TH 25), 5th St. NE, 1st St. S., and TH 55. Staff is seeking feedback on the project scope and a public engagement plan for Phase 1.

• Proposed total project cost of $27,735,100 including a 10% contingency
• Phase 1 estimated cost of $4,939,700
• Proposed reconstruction of watermain, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer
• Phase 1 public engagement plan involving HRA, Planning Commission, and Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion of Special Assessment Policy

City Council

The City Council will review a floodplain ordinance update and a lump sum increase for the Buffalo Relief Association. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss the potential acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle.

• Potential acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle (PID# 103237001010)
• City Floodplain Ordinance update
• Buffalo Relief Association lump sum increase
• Pay Application # 7 to R & R Excavating, Inc. for TH25S Reconstruction
• Approval of THC License

Library Board

The Buffalo Library Board will meet to approve February minutes, receive financial and staff reports, and discuss old business including library lighting, art pieces, and donation criteria. New business includes carpeting decisions and an open house after installation, as well as board role and purpose.

• Discussion of safety regarding night lighting
• Update on art pieces removed from library
• Criteria for accepting donations
• Carpeting decisions and open house after installation
• Board role and purpose discussion

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss new and old business. The agenda is primarily procedural, though it includes a scheduled item for the HPAB Annual Report.

• HPAB Annual Report

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The board is reviewing the rollout of the Century Homes Program, including funding for plaques and resident outreach. Members will also discuss signage for the Boerner Family and Marcia Paulsen parking plazas.

• Discussion of a proposed $195 fee for Century Homes Registry plaques
• Review of signage for Boerner Family Plaza and Marcia Paulsen Plaza
• Planning of a utility bill insert for the Century Homes program
• Review of the 2024 HPAB Action Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning a portion of the Greenbriar Hills development to multi-family suburban. The commission will also review an update to the Floodplain Overlay District Ordinance to align with state and federal standards. Additionally, staff will provide updates on the City Trails Plan and the TH 55 East Development Study.

• Rezoning of XXXX Dague Avenue from PUD to R-5 Multi-Family Suburban
• Floodplain Overlay District Ordinance update
• City Trails Plan update
• TH 55 East Development Study

Airport Board

The Buffalo Airport Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the airport manager's report, and discuss capital improvement projects. They will also review upcoming events like the Great Minnesota Aviation Gathering and the Fly-In Breakfast & Classic Car Show, and address old business including the airport master plan update, tree surface penetrations, and perimeter access gates and fence.

• Capital Improvement Project (CIP) discussion
• Airport Master Plan Update
• Tree Surface Penetrations
• Perimeter Access Gates and Fence
• Great Minnesota Aviation Gathering and Fly-In Breakfast & Classic Car Show

City Council

The City Council will vote on sending two old John Deere mowers, a fuel tank, and a truck box to Elsenpeter Auction. They will also consider a resolution to apply for a Border-to-Border Broadband Infrastructure Grant to connect the wastewater treatment plant.

Community Center Board

The May 2, 2024 meeting of the Community Center Advisory Board was cancelled due to lack of agenda. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 2 pm at the Buffalo Community Center.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting: July 11, 2024, 2 pm, Buffalo Community Center

City Council

The Buffalo City Council is holding a workshop to discuss two topics: whether to establish a municipal Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and what powers it should have, and the future phases of the city's fiber internet buildout. No formal action is scheduled; staff are seeking council feedback and direction on both items.

• Discussion on establishing a Public Utilities Commission under Minnesota Statutes 412.361
• Review of PUC powers: contracts, utility personnel pay, fuel/supply purchases, rate-setting
• Fiber internet buildout history, successes, and marketing strategies
• Planned locations and expected costs for Fiber Phases 2 & 3
• Discussion of staffing models, risks, and constraints for fiber expansion

Parks Board

The Buffalo Parks Advisory Board is meeting to discuss parks naming rights and receive a capital improvement budget update. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, a park superintendent report, and other routine updates.

• Discussion of parks naming rights
• Capital improvement budget update
• Park superintendent report
• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will consider consent agenda items including a gambling premises permit for Buffalo Youth Hockey Association at Hayes' Public House, approval to purchase a truck for the Electric Department, and bids for Fiber Phase One and Lake Constance Fiber projects. The meeting also includes approval of April 1 meeting minutes and claims listings totaling $1,674,143.40.

• Request for local approval of gambling premises permit for Buffalo Youth Hockey Association at Hayes' Public House
• Approval to purchase a truck for the Electric Department
• Fiber Phase One bid approval
• Lake Constance Fiber Project bid approval
• Claims listings totaling $1,674,143.40 including $82,685 quarterly workers' comp payment

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is considering the adoption of a formal policy to guide public financial assistance for private development. This policy establishes criteria for using tools such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and tax abatements to encourage redevelopment and economic diversification.

• Proposed adoption of the Development Tools / Business Subsidy Policy
• Approval of claims totaling $32,939.24
• Discussion of Buffalo Wine and Spirits electronic sign
• Review of HPAB Annual Report
• Claims for 122 Central Ave including window repair ($12,000), HVAC install ($13,995), and flooring ($971.08)

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss the Century Homes program, including requests for city financial support and realtor sponsorships. The body will also review the HPAB Action Plan and the dedication of downtown parking plazas.

• Century Homes Program: proposed $195 plaque fee and requests for $100 matching funds from the city
• Downtown Parking Plaza dedications for A.Y. Eaton, Boerner Family, and Marcia Paulsen plazas
• Review and revisions of the 2024 HPAB Action Plan
• Discussion on potential operating budget for the board for 2025

Planning Commission

The Buffalo Planning Commission will consider several development requests during its April 8 meeting. Proposals include a new multi-tenant retail building at 605 Highway 55 E and land clearing for a commercial lot on Settlers Parkway. The commission will also discuss an alternative use for the Greenbriar Hills East development.

• CUP for a new multi-tenant retail building with a drive-thru at 605 Highway 55 E
• Land clearing and grading request for a commercial lot at XXXX Settlers Parkway
• Concept review for an alternative use of the Greenbriar Hills East development

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will consider appointing Paul Olson to fill a council vacancy until a special election in November, and will vote on a resolution requesting continued funding for the Wright County Economic Development Partnership. The council will also hear the Heritage Preservation Advisory Board's annual report and consider hiring Eric Dahlstrom for a parks maintenance position. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential property acquisition at 114 Commerce Circle.

• Resolution 2024-13 appointing Paul Olson to fill the City Council vacancy
• Resolution 2024-15 requesting continued funding for the Wright County Economic Development Partnership
• Hiring Eric Dahlstrom for Parks Maintenance Worker position
• Closed session to discuss potential acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle
• HPAB annual report presentation

Community Center Board

The Community Center Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the potential land acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle for use as a future Community Center. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of potential land acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle
• Future use as a Community Center

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will consider approving a mobile stage rental program and discuss potential parks naming rights. They will also receive an update on the Buffalo Hills Park trail and hear the park superintendent's report.

• Approval of mobile stage rental program
• Parks naming rights discussion
• Buffalo Hills Park trail update
• Park superintendent report

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will hold a public hearing on an interim ordinance prohibiting new retail cannabis uses, following a first reading on March 4. The council will also consider approving a fiber phase 1 buildout RFP, a final plat for Settlers Brook 2nd Addition, and a closed session to discuss acquiring 114 Commerce Circle. Several routine consent items are on the agenda, including claims totaling over $1.1 million.

• Public hearing on Interim Ordinance prohibiting new retail cannabis businesses
• Approval to submit RFP for Fiber Phase 1 Buildout in the City of Buffalo
• Final Plat approval for Settlers Brook 2nd Addition
• Closed session to discuss potential acquisition of 114 Commerce Circle
• Approval of claims listings totaling $1,131,543.51, including $169,802.80 for a new Zamboni

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for March 12, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation is due to a construction project in Chambers.

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The board will discuss the implementation of the Century Homes Program, including a proposed $100 application fee and outreach to realtors for financial support. Members will also discuss options for the public dedication and signage of five downtown parking plazas.

• Century Homes Program: proposed $100 application fee for bronze plaques
• Century Homes Program: review of draft narrative and letter to realtors for funding
• Downtown Parking Plaza Dedication: discussion on signage and public ceremony for 5 plazas

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025, was cancelled due to the 2025 Seasonal Job Fair.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for an 8,160 square foot classroom addition at 1601 State Highway 25 N. They will also consider a preliminary plat to consolidate three parcels for the Subway restaurant at 701 Soo Lane. No new development is expected from the land consolidation.

• Preliminary plat to combine three parcels at 701 Soo Lane
• 8,160 square foot classroom addition at 1601 State Highway 25 N
• CUP amendment for new sidewalks and trash enclosure at Buffalo Covenant Church

Community Center Board

The Buffalo Community Center Advisory Board is meeting to approve past meeting minutes, hear a staff report, and discuss other business. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of September 7th meeting minutes
• Approval of August 7th special meeting minutes
• Community Center staff report

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on annexing a Buffalo Township parcel (PID: 202-000-292400) into city limits, consider a final plat for the Buffalo Business and Commerce Park at 2852 County Road 12 N, and discuss an interim ordinance prohibiting new cannabis retail uses. The consent agenda includes approval of February 20 meeting minutes, a temporary liquor license for Hayes' Public House, claims totaling $973,347.24, a personnel promotion, and out-of-state travel for an education conference.

• Annexation of Buffalo Township parcel PID: 202-000-292400 into city limits
• Final plat approval for Buffalo Business and Commerce Park at 2852 County Road 12 N
• Interim ordinance prohibiting new cannabis retail establishments
• Claims listing totaling $973,347.24, including $81,279 final payment for Fire Station #1
• Temporary on-sale liquor license for Hayes' Public House March 15-17

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will consider approving a trail plan and discuss trail connections in the Rodeo Hills and Buffalo Hills areas. A special community input session on trail planning precedes the regular meeting. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and the park superintendent's report.

• Approval of trail plan
• Rodeo Hills and Buffalo Hills trail discussion
• Special trail planning community input meeting 6-7 PM
• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will vote on consent agenda items including approval of final pay application and change order for 2022 Division Street improvements, purchase of a truck for the fiber department, and updates to the Heritage Preservation Advisory Board bylaws. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 5 and claims listings totaling over $2.1 million.

• Approval of Pay Application #4 (Final) and Change Order #2 to New Look Contracting, Inc. for 2022 Division Street Improvements
• Purchase of F350 Truck for Fiber Department
• Update to Heritage Preservation Advisory Board By-laws - Meeting Time Change
• Approval of Claims Listings totaling $2,134,997.57
• ICMA Reimagined Conference Request

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will discuss a matching grant for new windows and doors at 20 Division Street E. The board will also review a draft Business Subsidy Policy and proposed bylaws amendments.

• Grant request of $7,500 for Freiberg Hair Design façade improvements
• Review of draft Business Subsidy / Development Tools Policy
• Discussion of Bylaws Amendments

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the development of the Century Homes Program and a proposed change to its monthly meeting start time. The board will also address the dedication of downtown parking plazas.

• Century Homes Program: Discussion of a draft application and a proposed $100 application fee
• Proposed by-law amendment to change meeting start time from 5:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Downtown parking plaza dedication planning
• Review of the board's Action Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) amendment for Culver's of Buffalo. The proposal seeks to expand drive-thru capacity and modify the site layout to improve traffic flow.

• Public hearing for CUP amendment at 500 State Hwy 55 E to add a second drive-thru lane
• Proposed increase of drive-thru stacking to 24 spaces
• Proposed addition of a bus/trailer parking space near 6th Avenue NE
• Proposed relocation of parking spaces to a currently grassy area on the west property boundary
• Proposed building remodeling including new siding, paint, and stone veneer

Airport Board

The Buffalo Airport Advisory Board will meet to approve November 2023 minutes, discuss advisory board member and liaison terms, and appoint 2024 officers. The airport manager will report on the Airport Master Plan update, tree surface penetrations, and perimeter access gates and fence. No votes on specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Appointment of 2024 advisory board officers
• Airport Master Plan update
• Tree surface penetrations discussion
• Perimeter access gates and fence

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 5, 2024. Key items include reviewing and approving an engineering proposal for the city's secondary substation, adopting a proclamations policy, and approving a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Crimes Against Children Task Force. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, licenses, and several construction pay applications.

• Engineering proposal review and approval for Our Secondary Substation
• Resolution to approve Joint Powers Agreement with MN Crimes Against Children Task Force
• City of Buffalo Proclamations Policy
• Approval of Pay Application #6 and Change Orders #2 to #7 to R&R Excavating, Inc. – TH25S Reconstruction
• Approval of Pay Application #12 (Final) and Change Order #3 to Eureka Construction, Inc. – Dague Ave NE and 30th St NE Reconstruction

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will meet to discuss the City Trail Plan and consider approval of the Settlers Brook Park plan. The meeting also includes the election of officers and the introduction of new member Karry Armbrust.

• Approval of Settlers Brook Park plan
• City Trail Plan discussion
• Election of officers
• Introduction of new member Karry Armbrust
• Selection of park for 2024 Arbor Day event

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will consider routine consent agenda items including approval of claims totaling $1,933,086.10, annexation of a Buffalo Township parcel at 2852 County Road 12 N, and hiring a part-time Civic Center maintenance worker. The meeting also includes an open forum for non-agenda citizen concerns and council reports.

• Approval of claims listings totaling $1,933,086.10
• Annexation of Buffalo Township parcel at 2852 County Road 12 N
• Hiring part-time Civic Center maintenance position
• Resolution delegating authority to pay claims and make electronic fund transfers
• Resolution designating MidCountry Bank as official depository

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to elect officers and consider a Commercial Repair Program application from Javtura Investments, LLC. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss the potential acquisition of property at 2852 Co. Rd. 12 N.

• Closed session regarding land acquisition of 2852 Co. Rd. 12 N (PID #200000192200)
• Commercial Repair Program application from Javtura Investments, LLC
• Commercial Repair Program fund renewal
• HPAB parking lot name request
• Election of officers

Heritage Preservation Advisory Board

The Heritage Preservation Advisory Board is discussing the development of a Century Homes recognition program and potential adjustments to its meeting start time. The board is reviewing plaque pricing and the city's ability to charge resident fees for the program.

• Century Homes Program: proposal for a $100 plaque fee for homes 100 years or older
• Discussion on moving meeting start time to 4:00 PM or 4:30 PM
• Election of officers
• Review of December 11 meeting minutes
• Mapping request

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Centra Sota Co-op to add a warehouse building at 101 8th Street NE. The proposal requires a Conditional Use Permit amendment and a variance for the building's metal façade.

• Public hearing for CUP amendment and variance at 101 8th Street NE (Buffalo Country Store)

Community Center Board

The Community Center Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings, hear committee reports on communications, facility updates, and fundraising, and receive a staff report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of September 7th meeting minutes
• Approval of August 7th special meeting minutes
• Committee reports: Communications, Facility updates, Raising funds
• Community Center staff report

City Council

The Buffalo City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 2, 2024, with a consent agenda covering routine approvals and several new business items. Key actions include considering a Transportation Alternatives Program grant application for the TH25 Trail Connection, discussing the City Center Remodel Project, and entering a closed session to discuss potential land acquisition at 631 Ryan's Way. The meeting also includes annual appointments and routine consent items like minutes, claims, and personnel hires.

• TH25 Trail Connection – Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Grant Application
• City Center Remodel Project
• Closed session to discuss potential land acquisition of 631 Ryan's Way, PID# 103500292326
• Approval of Pay Application #1 to Insituform Technologies USA, LLC – 2022 Sanitary Sewer Lining
• Approval of Pay Application #3 to Mid-Minnesota Hot Mix, Inc. – 2023 Street Maintenance