Le Sueur public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority is meeting to discuss the creation of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 1-22. This district would support a 35-lot owner-occupied housing project at the south end of Ridge Road and west end of Distel Road. The body will also review monthly financial reports and the Le Sueur Business Challenge.

• Proposed TIF District 1-22 for Ridge Road Housing Development with up to $2,300,000 in eligible cost reimbursements
• Proposed 26-year TIF assistance period starting with 2027 taxes
• Approval of disbursements through November 30, 2024
• Acceptance of monthly financial report through November 30, 2024
• Discussion of the Le Sueur Business Challenge

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider nuisance abatement for 312 Market Street. The body is also reviewing grant applications, a new fee schedule, and airport projects.

• Public hearing and nuisance abatement resolution for 312 Market Street
• First reading of Ordinance 613 for fee schedule adoption
• Le Sueur Municipal Airport grass runway project
• RAISE and IIJA grant applications and agreements
• Swearing in of Police Officer Kolten Janni

The Le Sueur City Council approved a nuisance abatement for 312 Market Street, authorized final plans for the SCADA water/wastewater project, and approved several grant-related resolutions, including a RAISE grant application for a Highway 169 corridor study. The council also approved early payoff of a 2019 Kinetic lease, a MOU with Le Sueur County for IIJA grants, and a grass runway project at the municipal airport. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved nuisance abatement for 312 Market Street (7-0)
• Approved SCADA improvements plans and specs (7-0)
• Approved early payoff of 2019 Kinetic lease and Dulevo trade-in (7-0)
• Approved RAISE grant application for Highway 169 corridor study, amended to remove $100,000 mention (7-0)
• Approved IIJA Discretionary Grant Agreement execution (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Le Sueur County for IIJA grants (7-0)
• Approved airport grass runway regrading project with in-kind support (7-0)
• Waived first reading of 2025 fee schedule ordinance (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will review 2024 accomplishments and set priorities for 2025, including a recap of the Future of the City initiative and preparation of the 2025 work plan. No public hearings are scheduled. Upcoming items include a review of the P and UR zoning districts in early 2025 and commission member term expirations.

• Future of the City 2024 recap and 2025 planning
• 2024 Planning Commission work recap and 2025 work plan
• Upcoming review of P and UR zoning districts in early 2025
• Upcoming commission member term expirations

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for Ridge Road development and on the Truth-in-Taxation levy. The regular agenda includes adoption of the 2025 General Fund budget and levy, approval of the Ridge Road Planned Unit Development (Ordinance 611), creation of TIF District 1-22, sale of 2024A Electric Utility Revenue Bonds, and authorization for 2025 street and utility improvements. The council will also consider the 2025 city pay plan and performance pay policy updates.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Resolution R2024-059 for 2025 General Fund Budget and Levy
• Second and final reading of Ordinance 611 for Ridge Road Planned Unit Development
• Resolution R2024-062 to create TIF District 1-22 for Ridge Road development
• Resolution R2024-61 for sale of 2024A Electric Utility Revenue Bonds
• Resolution R2024-063 approving plans and ordering bids for 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project

The Le Sueur City Council approved the 2025 general fund budget and property tax levy of $4,002,095, a 7.87% increase from 2024, with a 5-1 vote (Touhey dissenting). The council also approved the 2025 capital improvement and equipment plans totaling $752,889 for the general fund and $13,133,538 for enterprise funds, with $9,437,827 to be bonded, also 5-1. Additionally, the council approved the Ridge Road development's TIF district, preliminary plat, and PUD ordinance, as well as utility rate increases and a $2,961,000 electric revenue bond sale. The 2025 pay plan was initially rejected at 5% but approved at 3.5%.

• Approved 2025 general fund budget and levy of $4,002,095 (5-1)
• Approved 2025 capital improvement and equipment plans (5-1)
• Approved 2025 enterprise fund budgets and utility rate increases (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 611 for Ridge Road PUD (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Ridge Road development (6-0)
• Approved TIF District 1-22 for Ridge Road development (6-0)
• Approved sale of $2,961,000 electric revenue bonds (6-0)
• Approved 2025 pay plan with 3.5% adjustment (6-0)

Airport Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Le Sueur Airport Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, an operational update from the Public Works & Facilities Manager, a consultant update, and discussion of future agenda items. No specific votes, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2024
• Airport Manager & Projects Report – operational update from Joel Schmidt
• Airport Consultant Update
• Discussion of future agenda items

The Airport Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council accept a donation from Marginal Aviation for runway drainage improvements, with city in-kind services included. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes, and received updates on capital projects, including potential federal funding for road and hangar projects.

• Approved recommendation to City Council to accept Marginal Aviation donation for runway drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for December 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Personnel and Budget Committee

The committee will discuss the 2025 budget, including the general levy and governmental fee schedule. The meeting also covers 2025 enterprise funds and utility rates.

• 2025 General Levy
• 2025 Enterprise funds / utility rates
• 2025 Governmental Fee Schedule

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Le Sueur EDA will vote to approve disbursements through October 31, 2024, and accept the monthly financial report. Members will receive updates on the Ridge Road housing project (going to Planning Commission), Cambria land conveyance, a Safe Routes to School grant for the new elementary school, a youth skills training program with the high school, and a local art initiative with MSU.

• Approve disbursements and financial report for October 2024
• Update on Ridge Road housing project before Planning Commission
• Update on Cambria land conveyance for Highway 169 property
• Safe Routes to School grant application due January 17 for new LSH Elementary
• Youth Skills Training Program with Le Sueur-Henderson High School for manufacturing careers

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will consider the first reading of Ordinance 611 for a Planned Unit Development and preliminary plat at Ridge Road, along with a request for Christmas in the Valley sponsorship. Consent agenda items include approval of November 12 meeting minutes and disbursements through November 25.

• First reading of Ordinance 611 for Ridge Road Development Planned Unit Development and preliminary plat
• Request for Christmas in the Valley sponsorship
• Approval of City Council minutes from November 12, 2024
• Approval of disbursements through November 25, 2024 meeting

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Personnel and Budget Committee will discuss the 2025 budget, including updates to the general levy, enterprise fund and utility rates, and the governmental fee schedule. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a discussion session.

• 2025 General Levy updates
• 2025 Enterprise funds / utility rates
• 2025 Governmental Fee Schedule

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a preliminary plat and planned unit development (PUD) for a 35-unit single-family residential development on Ridge Road and Distel Drive. The 11.6-acre project, proposed by Work Horse Land Development, aims to address housing needs identified in a recent study by offering a mix of smaller and larger lots. The PUD allows flexible lot sizes to meet city housing goals while improving stormwater management and street connectivity.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ridge Road Single Family Development preliminary plat and PUD
• 35 single-family lots on 11.6 acres with 60-ft lots along Ridge Road and 70-ft lots along Distel Drive
• Proposed sidewalks, landscaping, loop trail, and stormwater retention basin on adjacent city property
• Development agreement required with securities for final plat approval
• Upcoming review of the P and UR Zoning Districts (miscellaneous item)

City Council

The City Council will meet to appoint a Fire Chief and certify the 2024 election results. The body will also consider resolutions regarding a utility certification and an agency agreement amendment.

• Appointment of Fire Chief
• 2024 Election Results Canvass
• Resolution R2024-054: MMPA Agency Agreement Amendment
• Resolution R2024-055: Delinquent Utility Certification
• Banner Installation Application for Le Sueur Rotary Club

Personnel and Budget Committee

The committee will discuss the 2025 budget, including updates to the General Levy. Members will also review 2025 enterprise funds and utility rates.

• 2025 General Levy updates
• 2025 Enterprise funds and utility rates

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Le Sueur Economic Development Authority will consider approving disbursements and a monthly financial report. Under old business, they will receive an update on Ridge Road. New business includes a CEDA contract renewal and a Safe Routes to School project. The meeting is largely procedural with these two discussion items.

• Approve disbursements through September 30, 2024
• Accept monthly financial report through September 30, 2024
• Executive Director Update – Ridge Road
• CEDA Contract Renewal
• Safe Routes to School

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and conduct the second reading of Ordinance 610, which amends City Charter Sections 2.05 and 6.04. The council will also vote on final acceptance and payment for the 1 MG Water Tower, approve final payment for Well #8 and Well House, and accept work for the CSAH 36 (S Main and Ferry St) project. Routine consent items include approval of minutes, disbursements, and seasonal recreation hires.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 610 to amend City Charter Sections 2.05 and 6.04
• Second reading of Ordinance 610 (final adoption vote)
• Resolution R2024-051: final acceptance and payment for 1 MG Water Tower
• Resolution R2024-052: final payment for Well #8 and Well House
• Resolution R2024-053: accepting work for CSAH 36 (S Main and Ferry St) project

Fire Service Commission

The Le Sueur Fire Service Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve the June 26, 2024 minutes, discuss any old or new business, and receive the fire chief's report on department operations. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of June 26, 2024 commission meeting
• Fire chief's report (update on calls, new hire, equipment orders)
• Next meeting set for February 26, 2025 at 5:30pm

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold a public hearing on 2024 delinquent accounts and consider a consent agenda including routine items such as disbursements, airport pavement maintenance payment, and personnel actions (seasonal recreation hires and a full-time police officer). The regular agenda includes resolutions to update the governmental fee schedule, authorize airport hangar leases, call for a TIF District 22 public hearing, and review the 2024 CIP update. A donation for a Mothers Louise Ash Tree Sculpture will also be discussed.

• Public Hearing - 2024 Delinquent Accounts
• Pay Application 4 - Airport Pavement Maintenance
• Resolution R2024-050 Calling For TIF District 22 Public Hearing
• Resolution R2024-049 Airport Hangar Leases
• Resolution R2024-048 Governmental Fee Schedule Update

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. New business includes planning for a Future of the City Forum and reviewing the 2025 work plan and 2024 activities. Miscellaneous items mention upcoming review of P and UR zoning districts and future public hearings. The meeting is primarily procedural and discussion-oriented.

• Planning for the Future of the City Forum
• Review of 2024 and development of 2025 Planning Commission work plan
• Upcoming review of P and UR Zoning Districts (noted under miscellaneous)
• Upcoming public hearings (noted under miscellaneous)

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority will review financial reports and disbursements through August 31, 2024. The body is scheduled to discuss the Oak Terrace TIF agreement, zoning for EDA land, and the 2024-25 workplan update.

• Oak Terrace TIF Agreement
• Zoning considerations for EDA land
• EDA Workplan 2024-25 Update
• Jo Eagle Anderson Park Grant

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 610 to amend the city charter. The body is also considering a resolution to terminate a local emergency declaration and reviewing the 2024 first half financial report.

• First reading of Ordinance 610 amending City Charter
• Resolution R2024-047 Termination Of Local Emergency Declaration
• 1st Half Financial Report For 2024
• Le Sueur Rotary Club Turkey Trot Request
• 2024 Le Sueur Lions Club Christmas Tree Request

Charter Commission

The Le Sueur City Charter Commission is meeting to conduct its annual charter overview. The body will address specific sections of the city charter and discuss the recruitment of new members.

• Review of Section 2.05 regarding Vacancies in the Council and Ordinance 595
• Review of Section 13.01 regarding Charter Commission Membership
• Recruitment of new commission members

The Le Sueur Charter Commission voted to recommend the original language of Ordinance 595 to the City Council, adding a provision that deems a council vacancy for absence from over 25% of meetings and assigned duties over any 6-month period without good cause. The commission also discussed but took no action on procedures for appointing new commission members, and noted three vacancies on the commission.

• Recommended Ordinance 595 with added attendance vacancy provision (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 18, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30p (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. They will discuss the future of city planning and receive a city council report. Miscellaneous items include an upcoming review of the P and UR zoning districts and planning for the 2025 work plan.

• Discussion on the future of city planning
• Upcoming review of the P and UR zoning districts
• 2025 Planning Commission work plan and 2024 review

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary levy for 2025 and updates to the governmental fee schedule. The body will also set a public hearing date for delinquent utilities.

• Resolution R2024-044: 2025 Preliminary Levy Adoption
• Resolution R2024-045: Governmental Fee Schedule Update
• Public hearing scheduling for delinquent utilities
• Pay Application 1 for Main Street Substation Improvement Project
• LSH Homecoming parade permit

The City Council approved the 2025 preliminary levy at $4,005,946, a 7.98% increase from 2024, with a 6-1 vote. They also set a public hearing for delinquent utility accounts and updated the fee schedule to include a $50 mobile food unit license fee. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted 2025 preliminary levy of $4,005,946 (6-1)
• Set public hearing for delinquent utility accounts on Oct 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved fee schedule update adding $50 mobile food unit license (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, disbursements, parade permit, and pay application (7-0)

Airport Commission

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of past minutes and receiving operational updates from the Public Works Manager and the Airport Consultant. No specific projects, contracts, or financial decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2024 meeting
• Airport Manager & Projects report by Public Works & Facilities Manager Joel Schmidt
• Airport Consultant update by Planner Melissa Underwood
• Discussion of future agenda items

The Airport Commission held a procedural meeting on September 5, 2024, with no substantive decisions. They appointed Commissioner Krogmann as interim chairperson, approved the agenda and the June 6, 2024 minutes, and heard reports on ongoing maintenance and the land acquisition project. No formal actions were taken on projects or funding.

• Appointed Commissioner Krogmann to preside (all in favor)
• Approved agenda for September 5, 2024 (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2024 (all in favor)

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The committee will meet to receive reports from the Public Works Manager and the Recreation Manager. The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports.

• Parks report from Joel Schmidt, Public Works Manager
• Community Center & Recreation report from Allison Watkins, Recreation Manager

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee recommended City Council approve a $35,115.51 grant proposal for adding a concrete walk, asphalt trail, and handicap parking at Jo Eagle Anderson Park, with a $25,000 grant and $10,115.51 local match. They also recommended accepting a donated tree sculpture for permanent placement in Mothers Louise Park. Both motions passed 4-0. The October meeting was cancelled, and staff will explore quarterly meetings.

• Recommended approval of Taylor Rural Improvements grant proposal for Jo Eagle Anderson Park (4-0)
• Recommended accepting Christmas in the Valley tree sculpture donation for Mothers Louise Park (4-0)
• Cancelled October meeting and directed staff to explore quarterly meetings

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Personnel and Budget Committee will discuss the 2025 Capital Improvement/Capital Equipment Plan and a preliminary 2025 Levy Overview. No specific dollar amounts or policy decisions are listed in the agenda, which includes only general budget items and other unspecified business.

• 2025 Capital Improvement / Capital Equipment Plan review
• 2025 Levy Overview discussion
• Other budget-related business as determined

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The EDA will enter a closed meeting to determine the asking price for the sale of approximately 150 acres of EDA-owned property at the northeastern edge of the city. Other business includes approving disbursements through July 31, 2024, discussing the Oak Terrace TIF Agreement, updating the EDA Workplan 2024-25, and considering a façade reimbursement for The Bar and Grill and a grant for Jo Eagle Anderson Park.

• Closed meeting to determine asking price for sale of 150 acres (parcels 21.017.7500 and 12.017.7520) at northeastern city limits
• Approval of disbursements through July 31, 2024
• Oak Terrace TIF Agreement discussion
• The Bar and Grill Façade Reimbursement
• Jo Eagle Anderson Park Grant discussion

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 609 regulating mobile food units, with potential adoption. They will also consider resolutions for the North 4th Street improvement project and related electric distribution agreement, amendments to the Oak Terrace TIF and development agreement, and a Doppy Lane easement agreement. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and disbursements.

• Second reading and potential adoption of Ordinance 609 regulating mobile food units
• Resolution R2024-043 ordering improvements and plans for the North 4th Street project
• North 4th Street Electric Distribution Project Agreement
• Resolution R2024-042 amending the Oak Terrace TIF and development agreement
• Doppy Lane public right-of-way and utility easement agreement

The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 609, requiring mobile food units to obtain a license from City Hall before sales. They also approved Resolution R2024-043 to order the North 4th Street improvement project and plans, and an agreement with DGR Engineering for converting overhead electric services to underground during that project. Additionally, the council approved amendments to Oak Terrace's TIF and development agreements for an 8-unit expansion, and an easement agreement for 306 Doppy Lane. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Ordinance 609 (mobile food unit licensing) second reading (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-043 ordering North 4th Street improvement project and plans (6-0)
• Approved DGR Engineering agreement for underground electric conversion on North 4th Street (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-042 amending Oak Terrace TIF and development agreements (6-0)
• Approved utility easement and public right-of-way agreement at 306 Doppy Lane (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including August 12 minutes and disbursements (6-0)

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold a work session to discuss preliminary views of the 2025 General Fund Budget and Levy. No formal action is scheduled; the session is for initial discussion.

• Overview and discussion of the 2025 General Fund Budget & Levy

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold a public hearing on the North 4th Street improvement project, discuss the 2023 financial audit report, receive an update on the community center capital improvement plan, consider a municipal maintenance agreement with Le Sueur County, and conduct the first reading of Ordinance 609 to regulate mobile food units.

• Public hearing on North 4th Street Improvement Project
• First reading of Ordinance 609 regulating mobile food units
• 2023 Financial Audit Report review
• Community Center CIP update
• Le Sueur County Municipal Maintenance Agreement

The Le Sueur City Council approved the 2023 financial audit report, a change to the Community Center CIP replacing $10,000 for R22 coolant with floor refinishing, a maintenance agreement with Le Sueur County for 6.71 miles of highways, and the first reading of Ordinance 609 regulating mobile food units. All votes were 7-0. The council also heard public comments on the North 4th Street Improvement Project and a request from the Le Sueur Baseball Association for $180,000 in upgrades.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for North 4th Street Improvement Project (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, disbursements, and Charter Commission appointments (7-0)
• Approved 2023 financial audit report with unmodified opinion (7-0)
• Approved CIP change replacing $10,000 R22 coolant with floor refinishing in The Loft and Merrick Room (7-0)
• Approved maintenance agreement with Le Sueur County for 6.71 miles at $9,284.16 per mile (7-0)
• Approved and waived first reading of Ordinance 609 on mobile food units (7-0)

Personnel and Budget Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the 2025 budget. Agenda items include the Capital Improvement and Capital Equipment Plan and an overview of the 2025 levy.

• 2025 Capital Improvement / Capital Equipment Plan
• 2025 Levy Overview

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the future of city planning. The body will also address an upcoming review of the P and UR zoning districts.

• Discussion on Future of the City Planning
• Upcoming review of P and UR Zoning Districts

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee will review staff reports on park status and recreation programming. The body is discussing the relocation of a monument at River Park and a capital improvement priority list for Bruce Frank Field.

• Proposed relocation of the River Park bridge monument
• Review of 16-item Bruce Frank Field CIP priority list
• Report on $93,073 MN DNR ReLeaf Grant for ash tree treatment
• Discussion on reservation fees for Family Night at the Park at Mother Louise Park
• Report on Ice Arena summer usage totaling 228 hours

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee approved the agenda, minutes, and reports as presented. They voted unanimously not to charge for the use of Mothers Louise Park for Family Night at the Park. New business included a proposal to relocate the River Park monument and a list of potential upgrades to Bruce Frank Field, but no decisions were made on these items.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved July 2, 2024 minutes as presented (5-0)
• Approved reports as presented (5-0)
• Approved not charging for Family Night at the Park use of Mothers Louise Park (5-0)

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Le Sueur Personnel and Budget Committee will meet to discuss the 2025 budget, including the capital improvement and capital equipment plan, as well as an overview of the 2025 levy. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of 2025 Capital Improvement / Capital Equipment Plan
• Overview of 2025 Levy

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Personnel and Budget Committee will review the 2025 Capital Improvement/Capital Equipment Plan and the 2025 Levy Overview. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion session for preliminary budget planning.

• Discussion of 2025 Capital Improvement / Capital Equipment Plan
• Overview of proposed 2025 property tax levy

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The EDA will hold a closed meeting to determine an asking price and consider offers for the sale of approximately 150 acres of EDA-owned land at the northeastern edge of Le Sueur. Additionally, the board will discuss a TIF agreement modification for Oak Terrace, a workforce housing update, a façade grant inquiry, a childcare program, and an EDA work plan update.

• Closed meeting to determine asking price and consider offers for 150 acres (parcels 21.017.7500 and 12.017.7520)
• Oak Terrace TIF Agreement Modification
• Workforce Housing Update
• Inquiry on Façade Grant
• Childcare Program discussion

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the wastewater treatment facility upgrade plans. Other agenda items include a conditional use permit amendment for Oak Terrace and a land use request from Sasse Farms. The consent agenda covers approval of minutes, disbursements, a fireworks permit, and city support for the Giant Days 2024 event.

• Public hearing on wastewater treatment facility upgrade plans
• Resolution R2024-040: Adoption of wastewater treatment facility plans
• Resolution R2024-041: Oak Terrace Conditional Use Permit amendment
• Sasse Farms land use request (green sheet)
• Consent agenda: Giant Days 2024 fireworks permit and city support request

The Le Sueur City Council approved a resolution to adopt the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan for SCADA and sanitary sewer improvements, allowing staff to submit it to the MPCA. They also approved a conditional use permit for Oak Terrace Assisted Living to expand with an 8-unit addition, and allowed Sasse Farms to sell corn from a public parking lot. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved Resolution R2024-040 adopting the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-041 granting a CUP for Oak Terrace Assisted Living expansion (5-0)
• Approved Sasse Farms request to use the parking lot at Ferry and 2nd Streets for corn sales (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda including minutes, disbursements, and Giant Days permits (5-0)

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Personnel and Budget Committee will discuss the 2025 city budget, including the capital improvement and equipment plan and the levy overview. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting. The agenda also includes an 'Other' category for additional items.

• Discussion of 2025 Capital Improvement / Capital Equipment Plan
• Overview of proposed 2025 tax levy
• General 'Other' business for additional budget topics

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Personnel and Budget Committee will receive an update on the 2023 audit. The committee will also discuss the 2025 budget schedule, key assumptions, and the capital improvement plan.

• 2023 Audit Update
• 2025 Budget schedule/timeline
• Capital Improvement / Capital Equipment Plan
• 2025 Budget key assumptions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider CUP amendments for the Oak Terrace Expansion. The meeting also includes discussion on the future of city planning and upcoming reviews of P and UR zoning districts.

• Public Hearing for Oak Terrace Expansion
• CUP Amendments for Oak Terrace Expansion
• Upcoming Review of the P and UR Zoning Districts

City Council

The City Council will hold second readings for ordinances regarding floodplain district and B district zoning changes. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation and various permit approvals for Giant Days.

• Second reading of Ordinance #607 (Floodplain District Zoning Changes)
• Second reading of Ordinance #608 (B District Zoning Amendments)
• Review of Airport Hangar Ground Lease Template
• Giant Days permits for street closures, parade, and liquor licenses
• Payment Application 20 for Magney Construction - Well 8

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The committee is reviewing reports on park conditions, including flooding at Mayo Park and Pierre Le Sueur. Members are also receiving updates on recreation programs like the Aqua Valley Outdoor Pool and summer camps. The meeting includes recognition of staff reports regarding grant applications for ADA improvements and campground projects.

• Flooding reported at Mayo Park, River park, and Pierre Le Sueur
• $93,073 DNR ReLeaf Grant awarded for tree treatments
• American Legion ADA Improvements grant application submitted ($373,914 total)
• Mayo Park Campground grant application submitted ($294,009 total)
• Lions Club donation of a bench and flag pole to Jo Eagle Anderson Park

Fire Service Commission

The Le Sueur Fire Service Commission agenda for June 26, 2024, consists of procedural items. No specific ordinances, contracts, or new business topics are detailed in the document.

• Approval of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Fire Chief’s Report

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Le Sueur EDA will review financial reports and approve disbursements through June 24, 2024. The meeting includes updates on a land sale and the agency's workplan regarding housing, business outreach, and workforce development. Jack Wheeler will also be introduced as CEDA / Le Sueur EDA staff.

• Land sale update
• EDA workplan update for housing, business outreach, and workforce development
• Introduction of CEDA / Le Sueur EDA staff member Jack Wheeler
• Approval of disbursements through June 24, 2024

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and final reading for Ordinance 606 regarding airport lease term limits. The agenda also includes first readings for the 2024 Flood Plain Ordinance and B District updates. Additionally, two new police officers will be sworn into office.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance 606 (Airport Lease Agreement Term Limit)
• First reading of Ordinance 607 (2024 Flood Plain Ordinance)
• First reading of Ordinance 608 (B District Updates)
• Resolution R2024-036 declaring a local emergency
• Swearing in of police officers Hailey Jones and Nathan McRoberts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Flood Plain District. The commission will also consider proposed amendments to the Business Districts and discuss an upcoming review of the P and UR Zoning Districts.

• Public hearing for Flood Plain District amendments
• Proposed amendments to Business Districts
• Upcoming review of P and UR Zoning Districts

City Council

The City Council will consider 2024-2025 labor contracts for IUOE electric, public works, and water/wastewater employees. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend airport lease policies. Additionally, Ridgeview Le Sueur Medical Center will present an annual update on its medical campus.

• 2024-2025 IUOE Electric, PW, and W/WW contracts
• First reading of Ordinance 606 (Airport Lease Amendment)
• Resolution R2024-034 for 2025 North 4th Street hearing
• Main Street closure for Relay For Life Fundraiser at The Green Mill

Airport Commission

The Commission will consider an updated draft for a hangar lease agreement, which moves to the City Council for final approval if recommended. Staff will also provide updates on airport operations and projects.

• Approval of March 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Airport operational update from Joel Schmidt
• Airport project updates from Melissa Underwood
• Consideration of an updated hangar lease agreement draft

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The committee is reviewing staff reports regarding park maintenance and recreation programming. Discussion includes the status of DNR grants for American Legion ADA improvements and Mayo Park Campground. The committee will also address a pollinator garden bench from the Lions Club.

• $373,914 American Legion ADA Improvements project
• $294,009 Mayo Park Campground project
• $93,073 DNR ReLeaf Grant for ash tree treatment
• Lions Club pollinator garden bench proposal
• Refinished community center gymnasium floor

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority will conduct a public hearing regarding the sale of EDA-owned real property. The board will also consider the execution of a purchase agreement and discuss staffing.

• Public hearing on sale of EDA-owned real property
• Consideration of purchase agreement execution
• Le Sueur Meadows TIF update
• EDA staffing discussion

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority will hold a special meeting to enter a closed session. The body will determine asking prices or consider offers for the sale of real property.

• Sale of approximately 150 acres of EDA-owned real property (Parcel I.D. # 21.017.7500 and 12.017.7520)

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council is meeting to act on a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, disbursements, a bingo permit, a street closure, liquor license renewals, and a police officer hire. The regular agenda includes a resolution for an EDA land sale, a discussion on delinquent utility accounts, a resolution updating the 2024 governmental fee schedule, and a closed session for the annual city administrator review.

• Resolution R2024-033 EDA Land Sale
• Delinquent Utility Account Discussion
• Resolution R2024-032 Updated 2024 Governmental Fee Schedule
• Closed Session - Annual City Administrator Review
• Personnel Action - Full Time Police Officer

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council is holding a joint meeting with the Le Sueur-Henderson School Board to discuss current projects, efforts, and future partnerships, goals, and projects. The agenda contains no other substantive items beyond this joint discussion.

• Joint meeting with Le Sueur-Henderson School Board
• Discussion of current projects and efforts
• Discussion of future partnerships, goals, and projects

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council is meeting to consider several routine and regular agenda items, including a development agreement for Tiller Place, amendments to the industrial district zoning ordinance, and a waste management agreement amendment. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, disbursements, and personnel actions. Public comment is available for items not on the agenda.

• Resolution R2024-031: Approve fuel discount at airport for event
• Development Agreement for Tiller Place
• Second reading of Ordinance 605: Amendments to Industrial District
• Waste Management Agreement Amendment
• Consent agenda: Disbursements through May 13, 2024; 2024 Lawn Nuisance Agreement with Luke's Lawn; summer seasonal hires; full-time Public Works and Facilities Operator hire

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss amendments to the Business Districts (B-1A, B-1B, B-2). They will also receive an update on the Industrial District amendments (ordinance #605) and consider reviewing the Public/Institutional and Urban Reserve zoning districts next.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Business Districts
• Discussion of amendments to the Business Districts
• Update on the I District amendments (ordinance #605)
• Upcoming review of the P and UR Zoning Districts

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Personnel and Budget Committee meeting includes a review of the City Administrator evaluation. No other specific business is listed on the agenda.

• Review City Administrator Evaluation

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority will review staff reports on housing, consumer spending, and childcare options. The board will also discuss the Community Facilities Direct Loan Program and provide an update on Cambria PA.

• Discussion of childcare options and expansion in the community
• Review of Community Facilities Direct Loan Program for a potential community center
• Update on Cambria PA
• CEDA's 9th Annual Regional Development Tour
• Le Sueur Consumer Spending Report

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several regular agenda items. Key actions include a potential buyout of a 2021 police squad lease, a first reading of Ordinance 605 amending the industrial district zoning, support for Summer in the Valley, and topics for a joint meeting with Le Sueur-Henderson schools.

• 2021 Police Squad Lease Buyout
• First Reading Ordinance 605 Amendments to Industrial District
• Summer in the Valley Support
• Joint Meeting Topics with LS-H
• Consent agenda includes bingo and gambling permits, liquor license for Le Sueur Baseball Association

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission is meeting to discuss new business, including a second look at the industrial district review, and to note an upcoming review of all zoning districts. The agenda includes no public hearings and is otherwise procedural, with approval of minutes and the agenda.

• Second Look and the Industrial District Review
• Upcoming Review of all Zoning Districts
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will consider two resolutions: transferring funds and purchasing a fire grass rig. The consent agenda includes approval of prior minutes and disbursements through April 8, 2024. Public comment is open for non-agenda items.

• Resolution R2024-027: Funds transfer
• Resolution R2024-028: Purchase fire grass rig
• Consent agenda: City Council minutes 03/25/2024
• Consent agenda: Disbursements through April 8, 2024
• Personnel action: Public Works Facilities Supervisor

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee is reviewing staff reports on park status and community center programming. The body is discussing the transition to summer activities and the status of several DNR grant applications.

• DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant application for American Legion ADA Improvements: $373,914 total project
• DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant application for Mayo Park Campground: $294,009 total project
• DNR ReLeaf Grant: $93,073 awarded for treating 14 park ash trees
• River Park: 6 primitive campsites available for rent starting in May
• Aqua Valley Outdoor Pool: Scheduled to open June 1

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will vote on several resolutions awarding contracts for the 2024 street maintenance project, including city-wide concrete, crack sealing, full block paving, and mud jacking. They will also consider a fund transfer, a community center capital plan amendment, a Department of Energy GRIP grant commitment, a police joint powers agreement amendment, and amendments to MN DNR grant applications. A first reading of Ordinance 605 will amend the industrial district zoning. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, disbursements, and personnel actions for a full-time police officer and a part-time community service officer.

• Resolution R2024-023: award contract for 2024 city-wide concrete street maintenance
• Resolution R2024-024: award contract for crack sealing
• Resolution R2024-025: award contract for full block paving
• Resolution R2024-026: award contract for mud jacking
• First reading of Ordinance 605 amending industrial district zoning

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority will review applications for Bar & Grill facades and receive updates on the Cambria purchase agreement. The board will also discuss housing updates and outdoor recreation grants for Mayo Park and Legion Park.

• Bar & Grill Facade Application(s)
• Cambria PA Update
• Housing Update regarding Park Elementary
• Outdoor Recreation Grants for Mayo Park and Legion Park
• CEDA's 9th Annual Regional Development Tour planning

Personnel and Budget Committee

The Le Sueur Personnel and Budget Committee will meet to discuss the evaluation process for the City Administrator. No other specific business items are listed on this agenda.

• Review of the City Administrator evaluation process

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission is meeting to consider amendments to the industrial zoning districts and to review the industrial district. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a report from the City Council.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Industrial Zoning Districts
• Review of the Industrial District
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023
• City Council report

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold public hearings on vacating Court, Fourth, and Myrick Streets, and will consider a contract with LELS, LSI street and alley vacations, and a liquor license renewal. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, disbursements, and a police officer personnel action.

• Public hearings on Court, Fourth, and Myrick Street vacations
• 2024-2025 LELS contract
• LSI street and alley vacations resolutions
• Liquor license renewal for Luke's
• Personnel action for full-time police officer

Airport Commission

The Le Sueur Airport Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the land acquisition project, the parallel taxiway project, and lease agreement status. The agenda includes reports from the airport manager, airport consultant, and city administrator, with no formal votes scheduled beyond routine approvals.

• Land acquisition project update for airport-adjacent property in building restriction area
• MnDOT closing out prior land acquisition project
• Parallel taxiway project: FAA meeting to be scheduled after land acquisition finalized
• Lease agreements: current lessees operating under prior agreement; draft update under review
• Planning for fly-in events: city staff to contact programs

Fire Service Commission

The commission will review the 2024 assessments and budget overview. The Fire Chief will provide a report covering 2023 call volumes, personnel changes, and training updates.

• 2024 Assessments & Budget Overview
• Recap of 88 calls in 2023
• Kevin Brandt retirement
• New officer changes
• Scott Von Lehe named Firefighter of the Year

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 604 regarding wine licenses, then vote on several resolutions including awarding a contract for the Main Street Substation Improvement Project, revoking CSAH 37, ordering a report on North 4th Street improvements, accepting bids for 2024 street sealing, updating the 2024 governmental fee schedule, and setting 2024-2025 council goals. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, disbursements, and surplus materials.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 604 - Wine Licenses
• Resolution R2024-013: Award contract for Main Street Substation Improvement Project
• Resolution R2024-014: Revocation of CSAH 37
• Resolution R2024-015: North 4th Street ordering report on improvement
• Resolution R2024-016: Accept bids and award contract for 2024 street sealing

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority will review updates on the Cambria Purchase Agreement and CEDA staff reports. Discussions include current housing projects and the status of several grant applications.

• Cambria PA update
• Greater MN Housing Infrastructure Grant update
• RAISE Grant update
• Outdoor Recreation Grant update
• CEDA's 9th Annual Regional Development Tour sponsorship and staffing

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council is holding a work session to discuss and set its goals. The agenda includes a full item PDF on council goals, indicating a focused discussion on priorities for the city. No other business is listed.

• Discussion of City Council Goals
• Council Goals Work Session - Full Item PDF

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several regular agenda items. Key actions include a first reading of Ordinance 604 amending wine license regulations, applications for RAISE and DNR grants, a property acquisition resolution, and a memorandum of understanding for CSAH 37. The council will also consider resolutions on police officer PERA, a prosecuting attorney, and an updated electric utility tariff.

• First Reading Ordinance 604 amending City Code Section 111.15 on wine licenses
• Resolution R2024-007 RAISE Planning Grant Application
• Resolution R2024-008 Property Acquisition
• Resolution R2024-009 PT Officer PERA
• Resolution R2024-010 DNR Grant Applications

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming changes to the I-2 industrial district and new cannabis production facilities. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a city council report, but no public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of upcoming changes to the I-2 District
• Discussion of new cannabis production facilities

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee is reviewing staff reports on park maintenance and community center programming. The body is discussing upcoming pool season dates and facility projects.

• MN DNR ReLeaf Grant award of $93,073 for treating 14 park ash trees
• Proposed 2024 pool season from June 1 to August 18
• Planned pollinator garden at Jo Eagle Anderson park for Spring 2024
• Proposed pool resurfacing and gym floor refinishing
• 2024 DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant applications for American Legion ADA improvements and Mayo Park Campground

Economic Development Authority (EDA)

The Economic Development Authority is meeting to appoint a new Chair and receive updates on the Cambria Purchase Agreement. The board will also review housing projects and the status of several state and federal grants.

• Appointment of Chair
• Cambria Purchase Agreement update
• Housing update regarding Park Elementary & PID 21.136.7500
• RAISE Grant update
• Outdoor Recreation Grant and Greater MN Housing Infrastructure Grant updates

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will consider several routine and regular agenda items, including a funds transfer, a wastewater budget update, an updated 2024 governmental fee schedule, an ice arena advertising agreement, a public works Americorps intern, and a no-parking resolution for Oak Street. The Planning Commission will also give its annual update. Public comment is available for items not on the agenda.

• Resolution R2024-005 Funds Transfer
• Wastewater Budget Update
• Updated 2024 Governmental Fee Schedule (R2024-006)
• BYHA Ice Arena Advertising Agreement
• Resolution R2024-004 Oak Street No Parking

Planning Commission

The Le Sueur Planning Commission is holding its annual organizational meeting. The agenda includes swearing in a new member, electing officers, reviewing policies and procedures, and adopting the 2024 plan of work and 2023 annual report. No public hearings or new business items of substance are scheduled.

• New Planning Commission Member Oath of Office
• Annual Meeting Election of Officers
• Annual Review of Policy and Procedures
• Adoption of Plan of Work for 2024 & Annual Report for 2023

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council will vote on resolutions setting annual industrial discharge rates for Agropur, accept a Releaf grant for emerald ash borer mitigation, and appoint a planning commission member. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a closed session for pending litigation.

• Resolution R2024-01 establishing annual rate for industrial discharge from Agropur pretreatment loadings
• Resolution R2024-02 establishing rate for industrial discharge from Agropur biosolids
• Resolution R2024-03 accepting 2024 Releaf grant bid and awarding contract for emerald ash borer plan
• Planning Commission appointment
• Closed session for pending litigation City of Le Sueur v. Jim Fox and Gail Lachmiller-Fox

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC)

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee will receive updates on parks and community center services. The meeting includes a report on 2023 facility usage and a proposal to partner with Dash Sports for certain youth programs in 2024.

• Report on 2023 memberships: 688 memberships in January 2023 compared to 471 in January 2022
• Proposed partnership with Dash Sports to run youth programs with declining registrations
• Planned outdoor pool projects: boiler installation, new shower fixtures, roof project, chemical controller replacement, and main pool resurfacing
• Planned ice arena projects: new goal frames, threshold heater, and Zamboni garage door replacement
• Planned gymnasium project: floor refinishing

City Council

The Le Sueur City Council is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving the consent agenda, making board and commission appointments, updating fire department policies, and designating the official newspaper for 2024. Public comment is available for non-agenda items.

• Approval of disbursements through December 26, 2023
• 2024 City Council & Commission meeting schedule
• 2024 official depositories designation
• Assistant Weed Inspector appointment for 2024
• Fire Department Policy Update