Forest Lake public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews related to hiring a city administrator and discuss a finance consultant proposal. The meeting is a special session focused on these personnel and professional services actions.

• City administrator interview and related hiring actions
• Finance consultant proposal (details to be provided separately)

The Forest Lake City Council interviewed Mark Statz for the City Administrator position and voted 5-0 to authorize City Attorney Johnson to engage him in contract negotiations. The Council also voted 5-0 to authorize the Administration Committee to negotiate with Abdo Financial Services or solicit other proposals for financial consulting services. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized City Attorney to engage Mark Statz in contract negotiations (5-0)
• Authorized Administration Committee to negotiate with Abdo Financial Services or solicit other finance consultant proposals (5-0)

Cable Commission

The commission will consider approving payment of bills for October through December 2024, a treasurer's report, and an announcers proposal. Discussion items include an intergovernmental accounting agreement with Scandia, sponsorship guidelines, and public access policies. An urgent discussion involves closing a money market account before 2025. The commission will also schedule an audit.

• Approve payment of bills for October, November, and December 2024
• Announcers Proposal (Action)
• Intergovernmental Accounting Agreement with Scandia (Discussion)
• Close Money Market (URGENT - Before 2025) (Discussion)
• Schedule Audit with Schlenner & Wenner (Action)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the city's 2040 Comprehensive Plan. They will also discuss proposed zoning ordinance text amendments. The meeting begins with approval of prior meeting minutes and an open forum for public comment.

• Public Hearing: City of Forest Lake 2040 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Discussion: Proposed Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments
• Consent agenda: approve November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Open Forum for citizen petitions and concerns

The Forest Lake Planning Commission recommended approval of text amendments to Chapters 2 and 4 of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, with a 7-0 vote. The commission also discussed proposed zoning ordinance text amendments and landscaping/lighting changes, but took no final action on those items. The meeting included no public comments during the hearing.

• Recommended approval of 2040 Comprehensive Plan text amendments (7-0)
• Approved agenda as revised (7-0)
• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1, Miller abstained)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2025 fee schedule, cannabis registration, and administrative citation fees. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the certification of delinquent utility accounts.

• Public hearing and consideration of Resolution 12-09-24-05 for delinquent utility accounts
• 2025 Fee Schedule: Ordinance 745
• Cannabis Registration: Ordinance 746 and Resolution 12-09-24-10
• Administrative Citation Fee: Ordinance 747
• Payment of $140,208.50 to Bolton & Menk Inc for engineering services

The Forest Lake City Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions at its December 9, 2024 meeting. Key actions included adopting the 2025 fee schedule (Ordinance 745), a cannabis business registration ordinance (Ordinance 746), and an ordinance increasing administrative citation fees for repeat offenders (Ordinance 747). The council also certified delinquent utility accounts and accepted multiple donations. A resident petition regarding Iverson Avenue was discussed but no formal action was taken.

• Adopted 2025 Fee Schedule Ordinance 745 (5-0)
• Adopted Cannabis Business Registration Ordinance 746 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12-09-24-01 for summary publication of Ordinance 746 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 747 increasing administrative citation fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12-09-24-05 certifying 2024 delinquent utility accounts (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.a-6.b and 6.d-6.m (5-0)
• Approved November 18 workshop minutes, item 6.c (4-0-1, Husnik abstained)
• Accepted donations for Veterans Memorial, Tired Iron, and Hometown Holiday (5-0 each)

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and tax levy, then vote on resolutions to adopt the final budget and approve a 10-year capital financial plan and 10-year financial management plan. The proposed 2025 tax levy totals $16,427,970, with the General Fund levy at $11,020,216.

• Public hearing on the 2025 Truth in Taxation levy and budget
• Resolution 12-09-24-01: Adopting the 2025 tax levy ($16,427,970 total) and 2025 budgets
• Resolution 12-09-24-02: Approving the 10-year Capital Financial Plan and 10-year Financial Management Plan
• General Fund levy set at $11,020,216; other levies include Capital Equipment ($935,000), Debt Service ($2,673,765), and Parks and Trails ($350,000)
• Total 2025 budgeted expenditures across all funds: $38,850,980, with a decrease in fund balance of $1,287,148

The City Council adopted the final 2025 budget, including a 9.8% increase in the property tax levy, after a public hearing where one resident opposed the increase. The council also approved a 10-year capital financial plan and financial management plan as planning documents. Both resolutions passed unanimously 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 12-09-24-01: Final Budget for 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12-09-24-02: 10-year Capital Financial Plan and 10-year Financial Management Plan (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the 2025 budget. Finance Director Knopik presented two options: transferring funds from the fund balance to offset future levies, or not transferring funds to reduce the levy increase to 9.8%. Councilmembers Erickson and Valento voiced support for option two, and staff was asked to draft action items for a vote on Monday. No formal decisions were made at this meeting.

• Discussed 2025 budget options, leaning toward option two (no fund transfer, 9.8% levy increase)
• No formal vote taken; action deferred to Monday's meeting
• Staff directed to draft option two action items for Monday
• Police equipment purchases (flock cameras, interview room cameras, weapon lockers) discussed for consent agenda Monday

City Council

The city council will vote on a proposed cannabis ordinance, a hazardous building order at 23620 Jensen Avenue North, and a snow and ice removal policy. They will also discuss the 2025 budget. The consent agenda includes approval of city bills, gambling permits, and a grant agreement for airport improvements.

• Cannabis ordinance – first reading or adoption
• Hazardous building order at 23620 Jensen Avenue North
• Snow and ice removal policy
• 2025 budget discussion
• Resolution 11-25-24-01: Grant agreement for 300-foot airport runway extension

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will vote to commence the SW Forest Lake Roadway Alignment and Construction Phasing Study and authorize submission of a grant application to the Washington County CDA Predevelopment Finance Fund for up to half of the $44,800 study cost. The board will also discuss the 2024 Chamber of Commerce BR&E Annual Report and a proposed 2025 agreement, as well as modifications to the Commercial Improvement Incentive Program.

• Authorization to begin $44,800 roadway alignment and phasing study for SW Forest Lake area
• Submission of grant application to Washington County CDA for 50% funding of the study
• Discussion of 2024 Chamber of Commerce BR&E Annual Report and 2025 Agreement
• Discussion of Commercial Improvement Incentive Program Modifications

City Council

The City Council holds a workshop to discuss several items, including a briefing from the Metropolitan Council on the MCES Interceptor Rehabilitation Project, a median landscape refresh project with estimated installation costs of $860,159.75, a proposed Snow and Ice Control Policy update, and final direction on the 2025 budget. No formal votes are expected; the meeting includes an open forum for public comments.

• Met Council briefing on MCES Interceptor Rehabilitation Project by Paul Herubin
• Median Refresh Project with estimated installation cost of $860,159.75 and increased annual maintenance of $29,502.50
• Discussion on Snow and Ice Control Policy with updated ordinance language and new trail/sidewalk plow routes
• Final direction on the 2025 city budget
• Open forum for citizen petitions and concerns

Fire - Fire Department Relief Association

This is a notice for a regular general meeting of the Forest Lake Fire Department Relief Association Board of Trustees. The agenda does not list specific items for discussion or decision; the meeting appears to be procedural. A quorum of the Forest Lake City Council may be present.

• Meeting is at Fire Station #1, 1408 Lake St S, at 18:00 on November 14, 2024
• No specific agenda items, proposals, or financial actions are listed in the notice

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on a conditional use permit and site plan review for a Metropolitan Council sanitary sewer lift station at 20981 Forest Rd N. They will also discuss potential cannabis zoning regulations. The consent agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review – Metropolitan Council sanitary sewer lift station at 20981 Forest Rd N (Resolution No. 11-13-24-01 and 11-13-24-02)
• Discussion of cannabis zoning regulations
• Approval of minutes from the October 23, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for 56 4th Street SW. Other action items include a nuisance tree ordinance, a shade tree policy, and a parking lot agreement with St. Peter's Church. The council will also discuss budget survey results and a fire training captain position.

• Public hearing and action on a zoning map amendment at 56 4th Street SW
• Consideration of Ordinance 742 regulating nuisance trees
• Adoption of a shade tree policy
• Discussion on property maintenance at the airport residential structure and screening at Castlewood
• Consideration of a parking lot agreement with St. Peter's Church

City Council

The City Council will meet as the Canvassing Board to certify the results of the 2024 General Election. The meeting consists of the certification of election abstract and documents.

• Certification of 2024 General Election Canvass Results

City Council

The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and take related actions on the selection process for a new city administrator. No other business is on the agenda.

• City Administrator Selection Process and Related Actions

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the City Administrator position. The session includes time for council deliberations and related actions regarding the role.

• City Administrator interviews

City Council

The City Council will consider approvals for the Beltz Park site and playground, as well as planning for 2025 street, sewer, and water tower projects. The body will also vote on several contracts and the hiring of two police officers.

• Site and playground approval for Beltz Park
• Authorization of plans for 2025 Local Street Improvement, Sanitary Sewer Lining, and South Water Tower Rehab projects
• Hiring of police officers Jake Wensmann and Jeremy Peltier
• Payment of $16,000 to American Legion Post 225 for 2024 4th of July firework display
• Discussion of Median Refresh Project funding and plans

Planning Commission

The Forest Lake Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning for a lot line adjustment at 56 4th Street SW and a conditional use permit and site plan review for Interstate Companies at 20920 Forest Road North. The commission will also discuss a comprehensive plan amendment regarding housing density revisions (no packet materials) and consider consent agenda items including a variance for a porch addition at 919 North Shore Drive. A quorum of the City Council may be present.

• Consent agenda: Variance for porch addition at 919 North Shore Drive (Resolution No. 10-23-24-01)
• Public hearing: Rezoning for lot line adjustment – Kelly Houfer at 56 4th Street SW
• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review – Interstate Companies at 20920 Forest Rd North
• Discussion: Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Housing Density Revisions (no packet materials)
• Staff updates on Zoning Code Update and Met Transit - Network Now

City Council

This is a City Council Workshop. The main item is a discussion on the Median and Roundabout Landscape Refresh Project, reviewing design options and installation/maintenance costs for locations on Broadway Avenue, Lake Street, and Highway 97. The council will also discuss a Shade Tree Nuisance Ordinance and a Tree Maintenance Policy. No final decisions are being made; the council will provide feedback for a future workshop.

• Discussion of design options for medians on Broadway Ave (19th St to I-35, I-35 to 12th St, 7th St, Lake St) and Lake St & Hwy 97 roundabouts
• Installation cost estimates: Broadway 19th-I-35: $118,200; I-35-12th: $441,531; 7th St: $50,937; Lake St: $645,287; North Roundabout: $109,006; South Roundabout: $113,837
• Shade Tree Nuisance Ordinance discussion led by Dave Adams
• Tree Maintenance Policy discussion led by Dave Adams
• Future work session topics to be discussed

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to review applications from semi-finalists for the city administrator position. No other business is scheduled.

• Review of city administrator semi-finalist applications

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will consider a consent agenda including appointment of an interim city administrator, approval of bills, and various contracts and licenses. Regular agenda items include a TIF transfer resolution, approval of Veterans Memorial design, Beltz Park improvements, and a donation from Grand Casino. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiation strategy discussion.

• Resolution 10-14-24-01: TIF Transfer
• Resolution 10-14-24-03: Appointment of Interim City Administrator
• Veterans Memorial Design Approval
• Beltz Park Improvements discussion
• Closed session for labor negotiation strategy under Minn. Stat. 13D.03

Airport Commission

The Forest Lake Airport Commission will meet to swear in Commissioner Joe Gallmeier, approve prior minutes, and discuss the DeLong Sea/Ski plane Base on Lake 1. They will also receive updates from engineering firm Bolton and Menk and from staff. The agenda is largely procedural with no major funding or policy votes scheduled.

• Swearing in of Commissioner Joe Gallmeier
• Discussion of DeLong Sea/Ski plane Base on Lake 1
• Updates from Bolton and Menk on airport projects
• Approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Open forum for public comments

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to preliminarily consider allegations or charges against an individual. In open session, the council will discuss and potentially act on an interim city administrator employment agreement and provide an update on the permanent city administrator hiring process.

• Closed session under Minnesota Statute 13D.05 for preliminary consideration of allegations against an individual
• Interim city administrator employment agreement and related items
• Permanent city administrator update and related items

Fire - Joint Powers Fire Board

This meeting of the Joint Powers Fire Board includes a vote on the 2025 proposed budget, which covers operating and capital improvement plan (CIP) expenses. The board will also conduct an annual review of the Relief Association increase. Approval of previous meeting minutes and open discussion are also on the agenda.

• Vote on 2025 Proposed Budget (Operating and CIP)
• Annual review of Relief Association increase
• Approval of July 25th meeting minutes
• Open discussion period

City Council

The City Council will set the 2025 preliminary tax levy and schedule a public hearing. They will also consider consent items including final approval for Shadow Creek Estates development, approval of bills, and appointment of election judges. A closed session is scheduled for attorney-client discussion regarding threatened litigation by Northern Planes Aviation Inc.

• Set 2025 preliminary tax levy and public hearing date
• Shadow Creek Estates final plat, PUD, and development agreement (Resolutions 09-23-24-06 and 09-23-24-07)
• Closed session for threatened litigation by Northern Planes Aviation Inc.
• Letter to Metropolitan Council regarding Imagine 2050
• Approve election judges for general election

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from MWI regarding the Media & Roundabout Landscape Refresh Project. The body is discussing options to improve design and ease of maintenance for several city medians and roundabouts.

• Review of landscape conditions for Broadway Rd (19th St to 12th St) and Lake St & 97th St roundabouts
• Discussion of four design options ranging from restoring original designs to eliminating enhanced landscaping
• Evaluation of maintenance alternatives including concrete, turf grass, wood mulch, and rock mulch
• Review of Public Works feedback on labor costs and safety concerns for median maintenance

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the Media & Roundabout Landscape Refresh Project, reviewing plant survival, maintenance needs, and four design options. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the workshop. Future work session items were discussed, including the Parks Commission ordinance, special events permit, ATV/UTV ordinance, Veteran's Memorial, bridge lighting, and emerald ash borer tree removal.

• Adjourned workshop at 8:42 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed session to consider preliminary allegations or charges against an individual.

• Closed session pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 13D.05, subd. 2(b)

Fire - Fire Department Relief Association

This is a routine general meeting of the Forest Lake Fire Department Relief Association Board of Trustees. The agenda contains no specific discussion or decision items, only procedural boilerplate. The board is expected to handle administrative matters not specified in the notice.

• No specific agenda items are listed; the meeting appears to be for general administrative business.

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to review semi-finalist applications for the city administrator position. No other business is scheduled; the meeting consists only of this review along with procedural items.

• Review of city administrator semi-finalist applications

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on consent items including a site plan review for Autumn Hills Apartments and a final plat and PUD final plan for Shadow Creek Estates. Two public hearings will consider variance requests for a septic system and a porch addition. The commission will also discuss local affordable housing aid and the Metropolitan Council's Imagine 2050 plan, and receive staff updates on cannabis businesses and code enforcement.

• Site Plan Review – Autumn Hills Apartments (706 12th St SW) – Resolution 09-11-24-01
• Shadow Creek Estates Final Plat and PUD Final Plan (6150 202nd St N)
• Public Hearing: Variance for Septic System – John Goes (7451 190th St N) – Resolution 09-11-24-02
• Public Hearing: Variance for Porch Addition – Erin Wilson and Steven Krenz (919 North Shore Drive) – Resolution 09-11-24-03
• Discussion: Local Affordable Housing Aid and Metropolitan Council Imagine 2050

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will vote on a consent agenda including payments for street pavement maintenance ($443,515.37) and the airport taxiway project ($494,786.03), and consider a resolution for state appropriations for the Next Gen Headwaters Stormwater, Flood Control and Park Planning Project. Council will also discuss the 2025 General Fund budget and tax levy, as well as the 2025 utility funds budget, and update the airport crop restriction line map.

• $443,515.37 contractor payment request for the 2024 Street Pavement Maintenance Project
• $494,786.03 in payments for the Airport Taxiway A3 and Taxilane Bravo Extension Project
• Resolution 09-09-24-01 seeking state appropriations for the Next Gen Headwaters Stormwater, Flood Control and Park Planning Project
• Discussion of the 2025 General Fund budget and tax levy
• Update to the crop restriction line map for Forest Lake Airport

The City Council adopted Resolution 09-09-24-01 to seek state appropriations for the Next Gen Headwaters Stormwater, Flood Control, and Park Planning Project. The council also approved the July 2024 Crop Restriction Line Map for the airport, with one councilmember voting against. The consent agenda was approved, including city bills and a gambling permit, but the August 26 meeting minutes were pulled for separate consideration and approved with one abstention. The 2025 budget and levy discussions were informational only, with no action taken.

• Adopted Resolution 09-09-24-01 for state appropriations for stormwater, flood control, and park planning (4-0)
• Approved July 2024 Crop Restriction Line Map for airport (3-1, Roberts opposed)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.a and 6.c through 6.g (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2024 meeting (3-0-1, Erickson abstained)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance 740 to establish a Parks and Recreation Commission, accept a land donation from the Crockett family, and authorize MnDOT airport grants. The consent agenda includes approvals of city bills, contracts such as the Envision Glass Option Agreement and DNR Beltz Park Grant Amendment, and several permit and agreement items.

• Ordinance 740: Parks and Recreation Commission Ordinance (action item)
• Crockett Land Donation (action item)
• MnDOT State Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Grants (action item)
• Envision Glass Option Agreement (consent agenda)
• DNR Beltz Park Grant Agreement Amendment (consent agenda)

The City Council approved all consent agenda items, including city bills, minutes, and various agreements. They adopted MnDOT State Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Grants for a 300-foot runway extension, taxiway extension, and clear-zone acquisition plan, with the city covering 5% of costs. Ordinance 740 amending the Parks and Recreation Commission was adopted, and a land donation from Bart Palmar Crockett was accepted. Joe Gallmeier was appointed to the Airport Commission.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.a through 6.m (4-0)
• Adopted MnDOT FY2025 Airport Grants for runway/taxiway extensions and clear-zone plan (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 740 amending Parks and Recreation Commission (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-26-24-02 for summary publication of Ordinance 740 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-26-24-01 accepting Crockett land donation (4-0)
• Appointed Joe Gallmeier to Airport Commission (4-0)

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to receive an update on the search for a new city administrator. No other business is scheduled.

• City Administrator Search Update

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the city administrator search process with recruiter Karl Amlie. No formal decisions were made; the council discussed background check criteria, salary range ($150,000-$190,000), and candidate confidentiality. The council agreed to delay the finalist selection meeting from September 9 to September 11 at 7 p.m. to accommodate a councilmember's absence.

• Delayed finalist selection meeting to September 11 at 7 p.m. (4-0)
• Discussed background check criteria with recruiter, no formal action
• Confirmed salary range of $150,000-$190,000 for city administrator position
• Agreed recruiter will provide candidate write-ups by September 4

City Council

The City Council is discussing the 2025 preliminary budget, including a proposed 13.39% increase in the total tax levy. The body is seeking direction on the timing and format of a budget open house for residents. Decisions on the preliminary tax levy must be finalized before the September 23rd meeting.

• Proposed total tax levy of $16,954,948, a 13.39% increase from 2024
• Estimated annual tax increase of $185 for the average home valued at $386,300
• Proposed 2025 General Fund budget of $13,405,972
• New positions: Planning/EDA Supervisor, two part-time Community Service Officers, Training Captain, and Utility Superintendent
• Proposed utility rate increases: 6% for Water, 3% for Sewer, and 6% for Surface Water Management

The City Council held a workshop to review the 2025 General Fund Budget and tax levy, with no formal votes taken. The Finance Director presented a proposed tax rate of 41.2 percent, which would increase city taxes by $185 for an average home. Councilmembers discussed new positions, park funding, and the contingency fund, with direction to revisit the budget at the September 9th meeting.

• Discussed 2025 budget with proposed 41.2% tax rate (no vote)
• Considered $500,000 park dedication fund and $250,000 contingency (no vote)
• Discussed new positions including Fire Training Captain and EDA/Airport Manager (no vote)
• Agreed to delay Tower Park project until 2035 (discussion)
• Scheduled budget open house for November 12th, 5:30-7:00 p.m. (discussion)
• Adjourned workshop at 9:10 p.m. (5-0)

Economic Development Authority

The EDA will hold a public hearing on the contract to sell 280 Broadway Avenue West to GLG Forest Lake Properties LLC for private development. The board will also approve minutes from the July 8 meeting and then go into closed session to discuss potential offers for two lots in the Deponti additions.

• Public hearing on contract for real property purchase and private development at 280 Broadway Ave W (proposed sale price $70,000 to GLG Forest Lake Properties LLC)
• Closed session pursuant to Minnesota Statutes to develop or consider offers for Lot 1, Block 2, Deponti First Addition and Lot 1, Block 1, Deponti Third Addition
• Approval of minutes from the July 8 regular meeting (which included approval of the same contract and the 2025 budget recommendation)

The Forest Lake Economic Development Authority approved a contract for real property purchase and private development with GLG Forest Lake Properties LLC for 280 Broadway Avenue West, following a public hearing. The motion carried 5-1, with EDA Member Langness voting against. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and prior minutes, and a closed session to discuss property offers.

• Approved contract for real property purchase and private development with GLG Forest Lake Properties LLC (5-1)
• Approved agenda as submitted (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 8, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Moved into closed session to consider offers for Deponti properties (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals including bills, minutes, and various site plans and licenses. Regular agenda items include action on a predatory offender registration ordinance, a parks and recreation commission ordinance, and an amended job description for parks coordinator. The council will also discuss cannabis regulations.

• Predatory Offender Registration Ordinance (action)
• Parks and Recreation Commission Ordinance (action)
• Cannabis Discussion
• Washington County Northern Environmental Center amended site plan (consent)
• Midco Lease Third Amendment (consent)

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 741, restricting where predatory offenders can reside (1,200-foot radius around schools, parks, and daycares), and authorized its summary publication. The council tabled Ordinance No. 740 on the Parks and Recreation Commission until the next meeting, directing staff to confer with the Forest Lake Area Athletic Association and School District. It also approved the Parks and Recreation Coordinator job description at Grade 6, authorized advertising, and selected Wold for the Public Works Space Needs Study. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 741 restricting predatory offender residences (5-0)
• Authorized summary publication of Ordinance No. 741 (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 740 on Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Coordinator job description and advertising at Grade 6 (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Wold for Public Works Space Needs Study (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.a–6.r (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

Cable Commission

The Forest Lake Cable Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussion items on LATV Sponsorship Guidelines, Public Policies and Procedures, credit card/billing, and the budget. The commission will also consider approving the consent agenda including minutes from July 25, 2024, and the treasurer's report. No final decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion or action on routine approvals.

• Discussion on LATV Sponsorship Guidelines
• Discussion on Public Policies and Procedures
• Discussion on credit card/billing
• Discussion on budget
• Approve minutes from July 25, 2024, and treasurer's report

Airport Commission

The Forest Lake Airport Commission will review the 2025 draft budget, which includes a $527,250 MNDOT grant and projects a fund balance decrease of over $50,000. The commission will also receive updates from Bolton and Menk on capital projects and MNDOT grant letters, discuss the crop restriction line and mowing boundaries map, and consider staff updates including an airport manager RFP and hangar inspections. Public comments will be heard during the open forum.

• Review of 2025 draft airport budget with $527,250 MNDOT grant and projected $50,000+ deficit
• Discussion of capital projects: pavement maintenance ($55,000), Taxiway Alpha 3 extension ($159,000), Taxilane Bravo extension ($562,000)
• Update on Herrick through-the-fence hangar development concept
• Airport manager RFP and hangar inspections
• Crop restriction line and mowing boundaries map

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a contract with a specialized recruiting group and to develop a candidate profile for the city administrator search.

• Consider contract with specialized recruiting group
• City administrator search candidate profile development

Fire - Joint Powers Fire Board

The Joint Powers Fire Board meets to approve past meeting minutes and discuss the 2025 budget, covering capital improvements and operations. An open discussion period is also scheduled. No votes on specific items are expected.

• Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 budget: Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion of 2025 budget: Operations
• Open discussion period
• Next meeting date to be set

Cable Commission

The Forest Lake Cable Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items, including payments of bills for May through July 2024 and minutes from April 18, 2024. The main discussion items are proposed LATV Sponsorship Guidelines and public policies/procedures. The meeting will also include a closed session for an access coordinator performance review.

• Approve payment of bills for May, June, and July 2024
• Approve minutes from April 18, 2024 meeting
• Discussion on LATV Sponsorship Guidelines
• Discussion on Public Policies and Procedures
• Closed meeting to discuss Access Coordinator performance review (Minn. Stat. 13.D.05, Subd. 3 (a))

Fire - Fire Department Relief Association

The Board of Trustees of the Forest Lake Fire Department Relief Association will hold a general meeting. The agenda does not list specific discussion items or decisions to be made.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Hidden Creek 2nd Addition and Shields Lake easement vacations. The body will also consider the award for the sale of bonds and review proposals for a new City Administrator.

• Public hearing and potential approval of final plat and development agreement for Hidden Creek 2nd Addition
• Public hearing and consideration of easement vacations for Shields Lake
• Award for the sale of bonds (Resolution No 07-23-24-06)
• Payment of $28,056.39 to Axon Enterprise Inc for fleet and radar equipment
• Payment of $93,058.30 to Bolton & Menk Inc for various engineering and improvement projects

City Council

The City Council holds a workshop to discuss a potential ordinance allowing golf carts and utility terrain vehicles on designated roadways. Staff present research from comparable cities and seek council guidance on next steps, including whether to draft an ordinance. No formal vote is expected; the session is for discussion and direction. The agenda also includes an open forum and future work session items.

• Golf cart/UTV ordinance discussion – staff seek council input on drafting rules for designated streets
• Open Forum for citizen petitions and concerns (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Future work session items to be identified
• Review of ordinances from Stillwater, Prior Lake, and Ramsey as models

Fire - Fire Department Relief Association

The agenda provides notice for a Board of Trustees General Meeting on July 11, 2024. The provided text contains only procedural information and does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

• No specific agenda items are listed in the provided document.

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation on the 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and hold a discussion regarding one-way streets. The council also plans to approve several items, including a new police officer hire and payments for street pavement maintenance. Two closed sessions are scheduled to discuss pending litigation.

• $285,276.32 payment request for the 2024 Street Pavement Maintenance Project
• Approval of a new police officer hire
• Final acceptance of Bridge Academy Daycare Site Improvements
• Presentation of the 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion regarding one-way streets

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review a real property purchase and private development contract for 280 Broadway Avenue West. The meeting also includes the 2025 budget recommendation and an update on Headwaters 123. A closed session is scheduled to discuss offers for properties in the Deponti First and Third Additions.

• Contract for real property purchase and private development at 280 Broadway Avenue West
• 2025 budget recommendation
• Headwaters 123 update
• Closed session regarding purchase or sale of lots in Deponti First and Third Additions

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to continue deliberations regarding the selection of a new City Administrator. No other business is scheduled for this session.

• City Administrator candidate selection

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will hold a special meeting to resume deliberations and candidate selection for the City Administrator position. The agenda also includes an open forum for public comments.

• City Administrator candidate selection and deliberations

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning and comprehensive plan amendment for 932 2nd Street NW. Members are also scheduled to discuss the 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, the council will consider several items including tobacco licenses and grant agreements.

• Public hearing for zoning and comprehensive plan amendment at 932 2nd Street NW
• Discussion of the 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of new tobacco licenses for Smokes N More and Forest Lake Smoke Shop
• Resolution regarding a donation from the Chamber for Veterans Memorial
• Approval of MnDOT Grant Agreement amendment #A01

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for the City Administrator position. The schedule includes interviews with department heads and community stakeholders, followed by council deliberations. The Council aims to recommend a candidate to negotiate employment terms.

• Interviews for the City Administrator position
• Feedback sessions from Department Head and Community Stakeholder interview panels
• Council deliberation and recommendation of a candidate for negotiation

Planning Commission

The Forest Lake Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a comprehensive plan and zoning map amendment for the Donnelly property at 932 2nd Street NW. The commission will also consider signage variance requests for Forest Lake Ford.

• Public hearing: Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map Amendment – Donnelly (932 2nd Street NW)
• Public hearing: Signage variances – Forest Lake Ford (508 15th Street SW)
• Notice of June 26 Planning Commission meeting cancellation

Economic Development Authority

The EDA voted to recommend that the City Council approve the Downtown Shoreline Redesign Plan using Alternate B. The board also reviewed a proposed 2025 budget of $203,989, which represents a 24.27% increase over 2024. Additionally, staff presented details on upcoming state Local Affordable Housing Aid.

• Recommendation of Downtown Shoreline Redesign Plan with Alternate B
• Proposed 2025 EDA budget of $203,989
• Discussion of Local Affordable Housing Aid through 2027
• Tabled election of five EDA officer positions
• Closed session regarding a property purchase or sale

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding bond issuance for the Metis multifamily housing project. The agenda also includes authorizing the sale of 2024A General Obligation bonds and reviewing the 2023 annual audit. Other items include contract awards for airport taxiway extensions and updates to the Airport Commission code.

• Public hearing for Metis multifamily housing project bond issuance
• Authorization of 2024A General Obligation bonds sale
• Contract award for Taxiway A3 and Taxi Lane Bravo Extension Project
• New on-sale liquor license and gambling permit for Shoreside Bar & Grill
• Ordinance 738 to amend City Code regarding the Airport Commission

Airport Commission

The commission will discuss a development proposal for 30 acres adjacent to the airport that may include hangar lots or homes. Members will also elect new officers, including a newly created Vice Chair position. The meeting includes updates on capital projects and the airport budget.

• Herrick Through the Fence permit development concept
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Update on 2024 Airport Capital Projects Bids
• Status update on unbuilt hangar lots 6, 19, and 27
• Review of 2023 final and 2024 year-to-date airport budget

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will meet to approve the consent agenda, which includes paying city bills, approving minutes, and several contracts and agreements. The regular agenda includes accepting a donation from the Hallberg Family Foundation, considering the Gaiovnik Estates preliminary and final plats, awarding a contract for the Taxiway A3 and Taxi Lane Bravo Extension Project, and awarding a contract for the Beltz Park Court Rehabilitation Project. The council will also discuss a vacancy for a Parks and Recreation Supervisor.

• Resolution 05-28-24-03: Accepting donation from the Hallberg Family Foundation
• Resolution 05-28-24-02 (amended): Gaiovnik Estates Preliminary and Final Plats
• Award contract for Taxiway A3 and Taxi Lane Bravo Extension Project
• Beltz Park Court Rehabilitation Project Award
• Approve Castlewood Golf Course Rate Increase

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and provide direction on two main topics: the costs and funding for holiday lighting on the Broadway Ave and Highway 61 bridges, and the 2025 budget priorities, including potential new positions and park maintenance funding. The council will also review the allocation of wages and benefits for city positions across funds. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and direction.

• Broadway Ave Bridge lighting completion cost: $8,728.27 in 2024, ~$7,500/year thereafter
• Highway 61 Bridge lighting quote: $11,860, with potential additional costs for boom rental, permits, and road closure
• 2025 budget priorities include park maintenance funding, road reconstruction, and potential CSO program in Police Department
• Discussion on adding a trail to North Shore, with staff noting council direction not to consider at this time
• Review of 2025 wage and benefit allocations for city positions by fund

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a contract to Peterson Companies for restoration work on the Downtown Stormwater BMP Project. The project was previously terminated for Basins 1 through 5, and the work now involves restoring the right of way to its previous condition while maintaining water quality at Basins 6 and 7. Staff negotiated the cost down from the original quote of $151,634.95 to $132,622.50.

• Contract award to Peterson Companies for $132,622.50
• Restoration work for Downtown Stormwater BMP Project
• Project terminated for Basins 1 through 5, work continues at Basins 6 and 7
• Three quotes received: Winberg $144,443.90, Peterson $151,634.95, Meyer $211,154.83
• Work scheduled to start May 28, 2024, with 2-week completion

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is meeting to review applications for the city administrator position. The agenda includes only this review item, along with standard procedural items like call to order and roll call.

• Review City Administrator Semi-Finalist Applications

Economic Development Authority

The Forest Lake Economic Development Authority is meeting jointly with the City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to develop or consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase or sale of Lot 1, Block 2, Northern Pacific Addition. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Closed session under Minn. Stat. § 13D.05 to discuss offers for Lot 1, Block 2, Northern Pacific Addition

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is meeting to receive an update and discuss the recruitment process for a new city administrator. The agenda contains only this discussion item along with standard procedural items.

• City administrator recruitment update and discussion

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will vote on several action items, including authorizing plans for the North Shore Trail, updating airport lease fees, and a downtown shoreline stabilization study. They will also consider a new liquor license for Zoukmaya Restaurant and a School Resource Officer agreement amendment. The consent agenda includes approval of city bills and various contracts.

• Authorize plans for North Shore Trail
• Updated airport lease fee schedule (Ordinance No. 737)
• Downtown Shoreline Stabilization and Boat Launch Relocation Study
• New liquor license for Zoukmaya Restaurant (Resolution 05-13-24-03)
• School Resource Officer Agreement First Amendment

Planning Commission

The Forest Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary and final plat for Gaiovnik Estates at 7902 North Shore Trail, and will consider a revised site plan for the Washington County Northern Environmental Center at 6065 Headwaters Parkway. The commission will also vote on a consent agenda that includes approving the April 10 meeting minutes and a site plan for a new Chase Bank at 1232 Broadway Avenue West. Staff will note that the May 22 Planning Commission meeting is cancelled.

• Public hearing: Preliminary and Final Plat – Gaiovnik Estates (7902 North Shore Trail)
• Revised Site Plan Approval – Washington County Northern Environmental Center (6065 Headwaters Parkway)
• Site Plan Approval – Chase Bank (1232 Broadway Avenue West) – new 3,432 sq ft bank with drive-up ATM, 28 parking spaces, on former KFC site
• May 22 Planning Commission meeting cancelled

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 736, which would repeal and replace Title XV, Chapter 153 of the zoning code. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a contract award for the 2024 Double Chip Seal Project, a request for federal funding for CSAH 32, and a waiver of engineering standards for Hidden Creek. Other items include approving city bills, a contractor payment for Water Treatment Plant No. 4, and a discussion of the North Shore Trail and Beltz Park grant.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 736 to replace the entire zoning code (Title XV, Chapter 153)
• Resolution to authorize MNDOT grant agreements for airport improvement (hydraulic angle broom)
• Resolution to rescind Resolution No 03-25-24-01 and adjust airport lease rates
• Approve award of contract for 2024 Double Chip Seal Project (Resolution 04-22-24-04)
• Approve request for Congressionally Directed Spending for CSAH 32 (Resolution 04-22-24-06)

Cable Commission

The Forest Lake Cable Commission is meeting to approve payments, minutes, and the treasurer's report, and to take action on hiring two new announcers and digital revenue options. They will also discuss a production service agreement with Scandia, petty cash, gifting, health insurance, and the Scandia Joint Powers agreement.

• Approve payment of bills for Dec 2023 through Apr 2024
• Approve minutes from Feb 22, 2024
• New hire Tawnja Zahradka as announcer (action)
• New hire Patti Constant as announcer (action)
• Digital revenue options (action)

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a potential amendment to the School Resource Officer agreement that would reduce the high school SRO to a nine-month position, a review of the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance, and a long-range staffing plan. The council will also receive an annual report from Lakes Center for Youth and Families. No formal action is expected, as this is a discussion session.

• Discussion of amending the 2022-2025 School Resource Officer Agreement to reduce the high school SRO from 12 to 9 months, saving ISD #831 $29,816, with the city potentially using Public Safety Aid to cover the shortfall.
• Review of the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance (City Code Section 31.25) to clarify roles and responsibilities before seating new commissioners.
• Presentation of the 2023 annual report from Lakes Center for Youth and Families, including financials and program impact.
• Discussion of the Long Range Staffing Plan.
• Open Forum for citizen comments.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a proposal to reorganize the structure of the City's Zoning Code. The amendment aims to reduce the number of sections and subsections to make the code more user-friendly.

• Public Hearing: Zoning Code Text Amendment – Reorganization and Structure

Economic Development Authority

The Forest Lake Economic Development Authority will consider recommending the Downtown Shoreline Redesign plan to the City Council, which includes relocating the downtown boat launch to NE 4th Avenue and redesigning Lakeside Memorial Park. The EDA will also elect officers, approve minutes, and hold a closed session to discuss the potential purchase or sale of a specific property.

• Recommend City Council approve Downtown Shoreline Redesign plan
• Boat launch relocation to NE 4th Ave with 27 trailer stalls, estimated $1.1M
• Lakeside Memorial Park redesign concept 'The Piers', estimated $1.4M
• Closed session to discuss purchase/sale of Lot 1, Block 2, Northern Pacific Addition
• Election of officers

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is meeting to take action on several items, including approving plans and bids for two airport projects, a resolution on housing legislation, and accepting donations. The consent agenda includes approval of city bills totaling about $219,550.89, minutes, a final PUD for Westlake, and a temporary liquor license. Discussion items include an M Health update, a veterans memorial, downtown stormwater BMPs, and a parks commission ordinance.

• Approve plans and bids for Airfield Pavement Maintenance Project
• Approve plans and bids for Taxiway A3 and Taxilane Bravo Extension Project
• Housing Legislation Resolution No 04-08-24-03
• Accept donations from American Legion Post 225 and Fairway Mechanical DBA Autowerks
• Approve city bills totaling $219,550.89

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the final Planned Unit Development plan for a new 9,600-square-foot retail building at the Westlake Shopping Center (119, 209, and 289 12th Street SW). The commission will also consider approving the consent agenda, which includes minutes from the March 13 meeting. The project requires approval of the final PUD plan and site design.

• Public hearing on final PUD plan for 9,600 sq ft retail building at Westlake Shopping Center
• Proposed building would be second structure on property, requiring PUD flexibility
• Project would increase impervious surface to 83.4%, exceeding 80% zoning limit
• Applicant to extend city water and sewer from Mister Car Wash project
• Consent agenda includes approval of March 13 meeting minutes

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will hold a public hearing on municipal consent for the reconstruction of Hwy 97, consider awarding a bid for the 2024 Street Pavement Maintenance Project, and discuss airport lease rate adjustments for 2025-2026. The agenda also includes a discussion on fire staffing with a SAFER Grant and a city administrator profile. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as city bills, minutes, and a grant agreement.

• Public hearing on municipal consent for Hwy 97 reconstruction (Resolution 03-25-24-02)
• Awarding bid for 2024 Street Pavement Maintenance Project (Resolution 03-25-24-04)
• Resolution 03-25-24-01: 2025-2026 Airport Lease Rate Adjustments
• Fire Staffing with SAFER Grant discussion
• Downtown Stormwater BMP Changes discussion

Fire - Joint Powers Fire Board

The Joint Powers Fire Board is meeting to approve past minutes, elect officers, and review the 2023 year. They will also discuss public safety money, fire department staffing, and the Safer Grant. The meeting includes open discussion and setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of September 07, 2023 meeting minutes
• Elections
• 2023 Year in Review
• Public Safety Money
• Fire Department Staffing / Safer Grant

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a workshop to discuss three main topics: a proposed unified special events permit process, athletic field maintenance options, and the Beltz Park grant project. Staff are seeking direction on ordinance changes, approval levels, and cost recovery for events, as well as on who should maintain city ballfields. The Beltz Park item covers a DNR grant application for park improvements.

• Special events permit consolidation: one application replacing multiple permits, with fees and 60-day deadline
• 2023 event costs: Fourth of July Festival $26,500 police overtime, $20,000 public works, $14,500 parks hard costs
• Athletic field maintenance: options for city staff, FLSD contract, or user-group funding
• Beltz Park Master Plan: DNR Outdoor Recreation grant application, playground and court improvements
• Ordinance amendments needed for new special events process

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council and EDA are holding a special meeting with two closed sessions to discuss offers or counteroffers for the purchase or sale of specific properties. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session on Lot 1, Block 2, Deponti First Addition and Lot 1, Block 1, Deponti Third Addition
• Closed session on Lot 1, Block 2, Northern Pacific Addition

Fire - Fire Department Relief Association

This notice announces a general meeting for the Forest Lake Fire Department Relief Association Board of Trustees on March 14, 2024. The provided text contains only procedural meeting information and does not list specific items for discussion or decision. A quorum of the Forest Lake City Council may be present at this meeting.

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will hold a public hearing on liquor license violations and consider approving substantial contractor payments for water and sewer projects, including over $300,000 for Well 6&7 and Water Treatment Plant No. 4. The consent agenda includes routine approvals like bills, minutes, and various agreements. A closed session is scheduled for a confidential attorney-client discussion about threatened litigation regarding a contract dispute with Taylor West for the Downtown Stormwater BMP project.

• Public hearing on liquor license violations
• Contractor payment of $316,702.58 for Water Treatment Plant No. 4 (Request #22)
• Contractor payment of $308,201.88 for Well 6 & 7 improvements (Request #2)
• Contractor payment of $160,341.97 for 2022-2023 Lift Station and Force Main Improvements (Request #14)
• Closed session for attorney-client discussion on threatened litigation with Taylor West

Airport Commission

The Commission will discuss the planning outline for the 2024 Airport Open House and review preliminary 2023 financial updates. Members will also consider adjusting airport lease rates based on recent inflation data.

• Proposed increase of 2025/2026 lease rates to $0.117/sq. foot (non-commercial) and $0.176/sq. foot (commercial)
• Review of preliminary 2023 Airport Fund ending balance of $216,669
• Discussion regarding the 2024 Airport Open House event plan

Planning Commission

The Forest Lake Planning Commission will consider a site plan approval for a new 5,782-square-foot dental clinic at 9XX Centennial Drive SW. The project includes a parking lot and landscaping, with some tree removal and a minor wetland impact. The commission will also hear a zoning code update presentation and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Site plan approval for Wynco Dental Clinic (9XX Centennial Drive SW)
• New 5,782 sq ft dental clinic with 44 parking spaces
• Proposed removal of 14 large cottonwood trees
• Landscaping plan short of required overstory trees (7 of 33)
• Zoning code update presentation

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will consider several action items, including a preliminary Planned Unit Development for Westlake, an amendment to the Republic Services residential refuse and recycling contract, board and commission appointments, and a contract for crack-filling and resurfacing the Fenway Park pickleball courts. The council will also discuss the 2024-2025 EDA workplan. The consent agenda includes approval of city bills, minutes, a letter of credit reduction for Suite Living, and hires for Public Works Operator and Police Sergeant.

• Westlake Preliminary Planned Unit Development Resolution 02-26-24-01
• Republic Services Residential Refuse and Recycling Contract Amendment
• Fenway Park Pickleball Crack-filling and Resurfacing
• Suite Living (formerly DigniCare) Letter of Credit Reduction No. 2
• Hire of Police Sergeant and Public Works Operator

Cable Commission

The Forest Lake Cable Commission is meeting to take action on hiring two new announcers, approving a production service agreement with Scandia, and approving payments and minutes. They will also discuss Scandia/Colleen's departure, LATV sponsorships, and a health insurance increase.

• Approve payment of bills for December 2023, January, and February 2024
• Approve minutes from November 16, 2023
• New hire Tawnja Zahradka as announcer
• New hire Patti Constant as announcer
• Production Service Agreement with Scandia

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a workshop to discuss two main topics: whether to direct staff to develop a golf cart use ordinance (and whether to include UTVs/ATVs), and how to spend the one-time $918,572 Public Safety Aid received from the state. The council will provide direction on both items; no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion on developing a golf cart use ordinance, with options to include UTV/ATV use or take no action
• Public Safety Aid of $918,572 received; police propose $570,000 in equipment and staffing, fire proposes $437,790 in equipment
• Police wish list includes 30 body-worn cameras ($100,000), 12 in-car cameras ($150,000), 30 Tasers ($127,000), and a Community Service Officer ($80,000)
• Fire wish list includes a firefighting robot ($175,000), 10 800 MHz radios ($61,500), and 22 iPads ($33,660)
• Open Forum for resident comments (3-minute limit)

Economic Development Authority

The Forest Lake Economic Development Authority will discuss and provide feedback on the draft 2024-2025 work plan, which outlines goals for financial policies, downtown redevelopment, and marketing the Headwaters 123 site. The board will also enter a closed session to consider offers for the purchase or sale of Lot 1, Block 2, Northern Pacific Addition. Updates include a follow-up on public transit discussions.

• Draft 2024-2025 work plan review, including potential $300,000/year state funding for affordable housing
• Closed session to consider offers for Lot 1, Block 2, Northern Pacific Addition
• Discussion of SW Area Infrastructure Phasing Study grant application
• RFP for Headwaters 123-acre property development planned for Q3-Q4 2025
• Public transit follow-up meeting discussion as FYI

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council will consider a consent agenda covering routine approvals like bills, minutes, hires, and licenses, plus regular agenda items including the 2024 fee schedule revisions, plans for the 2024 Local Street Improvement Project, and selection of a city administrator search firm. They will also discuss a DDA staffing study and legislative bonding priorities, and hold a closed session for preliminary allegations.

• Ordinance No. 734 – 2024 Fee Schedule Revisions
• 2024 Local Street Improvement Project – approve plans and specs, authorize ad for bid
• Selection of City Administrator Search Firm
• Hire of Police Captain and Police Sergeant
• Resolution 02-12-24-01 – MNDOT Grant Agreements for Airport Improvements

Cable Commission

The Commission will consider hiring two new announcers and a production service agreement with Scandia. The agenda also includes discussions regarding LATV sponsorships, health insurance increases, and the departure of Scandia/Colleen.

• Hire Tawnja Zahradka as an Announcer
• Hire Patti Constant as an Announcer
• Production Service Agreement Scandia
• Discussion of LATV Sponsorships
• Discussion of Health Insurance Increase

Planning Commission

The Forest Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) and site plan for a new 9,600-square-foot retail building at the Westlake Shopping Center (119, 209, 289 12th Street SW). The project requires a PUD because it adds a second building and would increase the shopping center's impervious surface to 83.4%, exceeding the 80% limit. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 8, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Preliminary PUD for Westlake Shopping Center expansion (119, 209, 289 12th Street SW)
• Consideration of Resolution No. 01-24-24-01 for site plan approval of new 9,600 sq ft retail building
• Proposal includes 50 new parking spaces (2 more than required) and two driveways
• Landscaping plan short 52 understory trees/shrubs; irrigation not shown in plans
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from November 8, 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss the search for a new City Administrator and the Deputy Clerk position. The meeting also includes discussions on virtual attendance options for public meetings and new state funding.

• Contract for Interim Administrator Kristina Handt
• Approval of new police officer hire
• Donations from Tired Iron Collision Center and Forest Lake American Legion Post 225
• Resolutions for 2024 Kids Pro Ice Racing and Rotary Winter Plunge lake access
• License renewals for various tobacco, liquor, and massage businesses

City Council

This agenda is mostly procedural boilerplate, providing notice of a City Council meeting. It notes that a quorum of the City Council may be present at other board and commission meetings, but no specific agenda items are listed.

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to conduct the annual performance evaluation of City Administrator Patrick Casey, as permitted by Minnesota law. After the closed session, the council will reconvene in open session to summarize the discussion. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Closed session for annual performance evaluation of City Administrator Patrick Casey
• Open session summary of closed session discussion

Economic Development Authority

The Forest Lake Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and hold a closed session to discuss offers or counteroffers for the purchase or sale of two specific parcels in Washington County. The meeting also includes updates from the city, county, and Chamber of Commerce. The agenda is largely procedural, with the closed session being the only substantive item.

• Closed session under Minn. Stat. § 13D.05 to consider offers for Lot 1, Block 2, Deponti First Addition and Lot 1, Block 1, Deponti Third Addition
• Approve minutes from December 11, 2023 regular meeting
• Updates from City, Washington County, and Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

City Council

The Forest Lake City Council is meeting to consider a new nuisance ordinance, an encroachment agreement, and an earned sick and safe time policy. They will also appoint an acting mayor and council liaisons, and hold closed sessions for legal advice on a contract dispute and the city administrator's performance review. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of bills, minutes, resolutions, and various business permits.

• Ordinance No. 733 – Nuisance Ordinance
• Earned Sick and Safe Time Policy
• Encroachment Agreement for Outlot D, Forest Hills Farms 1st Addition
• Closed session re contract dispute with Taylor West for Downtown Stormwater BMPs
• Closed session for annual performance evaluation of City Administrator Patrick Casey