Vadnais Heights public meetings in 2023

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council will hold a workshop to review the fire department's year-end report. The council will also discuss the 677 Kohler Road property with the City Attorney.

• Fire Year End review with Chief Hearden
• Discussion of 677 Kohler Road Property with City Attorney Bell Beckman

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a new fee schedule and a site plan review for Kwik Trip. The body is also deciding on various contracts, personnel hires, and a development agreement with Luther Company, LLLP.

• Public hearing for Planning Case 23-010: Kwik Trip, Inc. minor site plan review at 3278 Highway 61 North
• Public hearing for Ordinance #771, 2024 Fee Schedule
• Development agreement with Luther Company, LLLP
• Public hearing for Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
• Letter of support for Ramsey County funding for County Road D improvements

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to review several staff items. Discussions include facility rates, waste management agreements, and parking regulations.

• Vadnais Heights Commons non-profit rates
• Solid waste single sort agreement with VHG
• Parking for RVs, campers, and boats
• Earned Safe and Sick Time memo

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to finalize the levy and Truth in Taxation. The body will also review a site plan and development amendment for The Luther Company, LLLP. Other items include a professional services contract and a deer hunting permit.

• Public hearing to finalize Levy/Truth and Taxation
• Planning Case 23-009: PUD Amendment and Site Plan Review at 3505 Highway 61
• Contract with North Suburban Access (NSAC) for professional and technical services
• Approval of claims #84440 through #84487 and electronic claims #1934 to #1937
• Approval of an individual deer bowhunting permit

Planning Commission

The Vadnais Heights Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on Planning Case 23-009, a Planned Unit Development amendment and site plan review for The Luther Company at 3505 Highway 61 North. The commission will also discuss a housing study and consider approval of the August 22, 2023 meeting minutes. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and reports.

• Public hearing on Planning Case 23-009: PUD amendment and site plan review at 3505 Highway 61 North
• Discussion of housing study (document 8)
• Approval of August 22, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Open to the public for comments

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop meeting to review staff items. The primary topic of discussion is the Edgerton Pedestrian Trail Connection presented by Public Works Director Hauth.

• Edgerton Pedestrian Trail Connection

City Council

The City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding street improvement assessments. The body is also considering several consent items including fire department equipment and pension increases.

• Public hearing for 2024-01 Street Improvements Project and Assessment
• US Bank payment of $7,439.77
• Purchase of Assistant Fire Chief SUV replacement
• Resolution to increase Vadnais Heights Fire Relief Association pension
• Agreement with Animal Humane Society for impound services

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct the Parks Master Plan kick-off. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Parks Master Plan Kick-Off

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council will continue a discussion on a housing study with Stantec and the Planning/Community Development Director. The body will also review a pension increase request from the Vadnais Heights FRA.

• Housing Study (Continued) with Stantec
• Vadnais Heights FRA Pension Increase Request

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a smoking ban in public spaces and a site plan amendment for 3590 Arcade Street. The body is also considering ordinances related to critical water deficiency and various service agreements.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 769: Prohibiting Smoking In Public Spaces
• Planning Case 23-008: Site Plan/Development Agreement Amendment at 3590 Arcade Street
• Ordinance No. 770: Critical Water Ordinance Amendment
• Development Agreement with ISD No. 624 & SBA Monarch Towers I, LLC
• Trail Maintenance Agreement for Vadnais Boulevard with Ramsey County

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Gold Leaf wrap-up and write-in options for elections. The meeting includes a representative from the Metropolitan Council.

• Gold Leaf wrap-up discussion
• Elections write-in options review

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including claims, utility certifications, and hiring. The council will also hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 769, which would prohibit smoking in public spaces, and consider setting assessment rates for the 2024-01 Street Improvements Project, including scheduling a public hearing for November 21, 2023.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 769 – Prohibiting Smoking In Public Spaces
• Consider setting assessment rates for 2024-01 Street Improvements Project and scheduling public hearing for November 21, 2023
• Approve claims #84226 through #84301 and electronic claims #1918 to #1925, including US Bank payment of $3,754.37
• Approve hiring Lisa Becvar for Recreation Department part-time Gym Supervisor and Erin Spry for Natural Resources Specialist
• Accept proposal from Music Together In The Valley for recreation classes

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission

The Vadnais Heights Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, and to discuss a proposed name for a park at the Mondello Shores Development. The meeting also includes commission updates before adjournment.

• Park name discussion for Mondello Shores Development
• Approval of September 18, 2023 minutes
• Commission updates

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a regular meeting that consists almost entirely of a closed session to discuss pending litigation regarding a Department of Natural Resources water appropriation permit appeal. The only other agenda items are procedural: opening, reopening, and adjourning the meeting.

• Closed session under Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, Subd. 3(B) to discuss pending litigation
• Litigation concerns DNR water appropriation permit appeal

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 3, 2023. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, deer bowhunting permits, and the sale of surplus equipment, along with proclamations for Manufacturing Week and Fire Prevention Week. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of claims #84160 through #84225
• Consider approving individual deer bowhunting permits
• Consider approving sale of surplus equipment
• Manufacturing Week proclamation
• Fire Prevention Week proclamation (October 8-14)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a fire station study by BKV and a comprehensive housing study update by Stantec. These are informational items for discussion, not final decisions. The meeting also includes other staff items and future council requests.

• Fire Station Study – BKV (presented by Chief Hearden)
• Housing Study Update – Stantec (presented by Planning/Community Development Director Wall)
• Future City Council Requests

Health and Public Safety Commission

The Vadnais Heights Health and Public Safety Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 27, 2023. The agenda includes a guest presentation on public notification systems by Fire Chief Hearden, discussion of 2024 commission reappointments, the Lions Waffle Breakfast on October 1, and 2023 attendance stipends. The meeting will also set the order of business for 2024.

• Guest presentation on public notification systems by Fire Chief Hearden
• 2024 Commission Re-Appointments: terms for Connor Luetke and Peter Tomala expire 12/31/23; letters of interest due November 1, 2023
• Lions Waffle Breakfast on October 1, 2023
• 2023 attendance stipend: chair and secretary $20/meeting, other members $15/meeting; attendance form due November 1, 2023
• Set agenda for January 24, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including claims payments, deer bowhunting permits, and a development agreement with Connexus Energy. They will also consider a professional services agreement with EBBQ, a parks master plan contract with LHB, and set the preliminary levy with a public hearing date.

• Claims #84096-#84159 and electronic claims #1910-#1917 for payment
• US Bank payment of $7,415.72
• Development agreement with Connexus Energy
• Professional services agreement with EBBQ
• Set preliminary levy and public hearing

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to review the final budget and levy, with a memo attached for discussion. The agenda also includes other staff items and future council requests, but the primary focus is the budget review.

• Final Budget Review
• Levy and Hearing Memo
• Future City Council Requests

City Council

The regular meeting and workshop of the Vadnais Heights City Council scheduled for September 19, 2023, has been canceled because there was not enough council members present to form a quorum. The notice was issued on September 14, 2023, and no business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting and workshop canceled due to lack of quorum

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission

The Vadnais Heights Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission is meeting to receive updates on the 2023 Street Improvement Project and the Koehler Road Trail, and to discuss the Master Plan process. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from May 15, 2023, plus commission updates.

• 2023 Street Improvement Project update
• Koehler Road Trail update
• Master Plan process discussion
• Approve minutes from May 15, 2023

City Council

The City Council approved a site plan for Connexus Energy at 4037 Centerville Road and renewed the lease agreement for the Vadnais Lake Area Watershed Management Organization (VLAWMO) in City Hall. The Council also approved several consent agenda items, including deer bowhunting permits and a fundraiser permit.

• Approved site plan for Connexus Energy at 4037 Centerville Road (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Vadnais Lake Area Watershed Management Organization effective January 1 (5-0)
• Approved claims #84025 through #84095 and electronic claims #1906 through #1909 (5-0)
• Approved deer bowhunting permits for Dan Tschida, Elliot Bucholz, Dominic Danielson, Ross Adrian, and Jordan Kimball (5-0)
• Approved public outdoor event permit for Christ the Servant Lutheran Church Pumpkin Patch fundraiser (5-0)
• Approved 'No Parking' signs for County D Court E (5-0)
• Approved amended contract for Jimmy's at Vadnais Heights Commons (5-0)
• Approved September 5, 2023 Regular Meeting Agenda (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a recommendation on the 457 benefits match, selection of a consultant for the Parks, Recreation & Trails Master Plan, an update on the fire facility, a no-parking request on County Road D Court, and a discussion on a potential cannabis public use ban. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• 457 Benefits Recommendation
• Parks, Recreation & Trails Master Plan Consultant Selection
• Fire Facility Update
• No Parking on County Road D Court
• Cannabis Public Use Ban Discussion

The Council reviewed a recommendation to hire LHB as the consultant for the Parks, Recreation & Trails Master Plan. Other discussions included a proposed 457 match program for staff and a request from MNDOT for no-parking signs on County Road D Court.

• Recommended LHB for Parks, Recreation & Trails Master Plan consultant
• Requested more specific budget and levy impacts for proposed 457 match program
• Authorized Council Member Rogers to design the City scarecrow competition

Planning Commission

The Vadnais Heights Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing for Planning Case 23-007, a site plan review for Connexus Energy at 4037 Centerville Road. The agenda also includes approval of the July 25, 2023 minutes, public comment, and reports from council, commissioners, and staff. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing for Planning Case 23-007: Connexus Energy site plan review at 4037 Centerville Road
• Approval of July 25, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Open to the public for comments
• Reports from council liaison, planning commissioners, and staff

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a site plan for Connexus Energy to expand an electrical distribution substation. The project includes installing three battery containers and a collection transformer to increase grid resiliency.

• Recommended approval of Planning Case 23-007 for Connexus Energy site plan at 4037 Centerville Road (7-0)
• Approved August 22, 2023, Regular Meeting Agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 25, 2023, Regular Meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, claims, and a joint powers agreement with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. They will also consider deer bowhunting permits, a special permit deer hunt in Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park, and a fee update for the Commons. Donations to the fire department and a new natural resources specialist position are also on the agenda.

• Claims #83944 through #84024 and electronic claims #1902 to #1905 for payment
• Joint Powers Agreement with Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Dept of Public Safety
• Donations to Vadnais Heights Fire Department (Anheiser-Busch water donation)
• Deer bowhunting permits and Ramsey County special permit deer hunt in Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park
• Commons fee update

The City Council approved the hiring of a Natural Resource Specialist funded by the water utility fund. The Council also authorized an $8,000 donation to Vadnais Heights Elementary for playground swings. Several consent items, including deer bowhunting permits, were approved.

• Approved hiring a Natural Resource Specialist and amending Water Utility Fund Budget by $41,787.00 (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 donation from Gambling Fund to Vadnais Heights Elementary for playground swings (5-0)
• Approved claims #83944 through #84024 and electronic claims #1902 through #1905 (5-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Department of Public Safety (5-0)
• Accepted donations to Vadnais Heights Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved deer bowhunting permits for Dan Severson, Frank Frattalone, Rick Kohler, Jacob Krey, and Robert Krey (5-0)
• Authorized Ramsey County to hold special permit deer hunt in Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park (5-0)
• Approved Commons Fee Update (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a regular workshop meeting to discuss county initiatives with Commissioner Frethem and receive a presentation from the Fire Relief Association. The agenda also includes other staff items and future city council requests, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• County initiatives discussion with Commissioner Frethem
• Fire Relief Association presentation
• Future City Council requests

The council held a workshop to discuss county programs and the fire relief association's funding model. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

City Council Workshop

The Council reviewed audit results and discussed potential bonding for a $25,000 fire station facility study. Staff provided updates on the Kohler Meadows project and the Park Master Plan bidding process. No formal votes were recorded during the workshop.

• Discussed $25,000 request for fire station facility study for October bonding
• Reviewed Abdo audit results showing no major issues or non-compliance
• Directed staff to gather client references for Park Master Plan proposals
• Discussed potential Water Fund Tree Trust or reimbursement for 2024 budget

City Council

The City Council approved a contract for a fire station needs-study and granted two residential planning variances. The Council also approved a series of claims for payment and an interagency agreement with the Ramsey County Sheriff.

• Approved fire station facility study not to exceed $25,000 (4-0)
• Approved variance for deck at 429 Collova Drive (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit and variance for shed at 3945 Stockdale Drive (4-0)
• Approved claims #83891 through #83943 and electronic claims #1898 through 1901 (4-0)
• Approved US Bank payment of $6,756.03 (4-0)
• Accepted donations for Heritage Days 2023 (4-0)
• Approved interagency agreement with Ramsey County Sheriff (4-0)

Health and Public Safety Commission

The Vadnais Heights Health and Public Safety Commission will hold its regular July 26, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a guest presentation from Ramsey County Social Services on homelessness, an update on the upcoming MN Night to Unite event, and setting the agenda for the September meeting. The previous June meeting lacked a quorum and took no formal actions.

• Guest presentation on homelessness by Ramsey County Social Services
• Update on MN Night to Unite, August 1, 2023, 4:45 p.m. at South Station
• Approve agenda and minutes from June 28 and April 26 meetings
• Set agenda and speaker for September 27, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Vadnais Heights Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two planning cases: a variance request at 429 Collova Drive and a conditional use permit at 3945 Stockdale Drive. The meeting also includes approval of the June 27, 2023 minutes and routine reports.

• Public hearing: Variance request by Charles and Rachel Pelzer at 429 Collova Drive (Case 23-005)
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit request by Jason Schwieger at 3945 Stockdale Drive (Case 23-006)
• Approval of June 27, 2023 regular meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approving a variance for a deck and a conditional use permit for an accessory building. Both recommendations will be sent to the City Council for final consideration on August 2, 2023.

• Recommended approval of after-the-fact variance for a deck at 429 Collova Drive (6-1)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for a 448 SF accessory building at 3945 Stockdale Drive (7-0)
• Approved July 25, 2023, meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including next steps for a DNR grant tied to the Parks Master Plan, an update from the Green Team, plans for Heritage Days, and a discussion about a ladder truck. The meeting is a discussion session, not a formal voting meeting.

• DNR Grant Next Steps - Parks Master Plan tie-in
• Green Team Update
• Heritage Days discussion
• Ladder Truck discussion
• White Bear Lake Work Group

The Council reviewed a $1.85 million ladder truck proposal and discussed the reallocation of ARPA funds after a DNR grant for a park pavilion was not awarded. No formal votes were taken during this workshop meeting.

• Discussed $1.85 million ladder truck purchase with a 2%-3% price increase after July 31
• Reviewed reallocation of ARPA funds following unsuccessful DNR grant for park pavilion
• Designated Administrator Watson as lead and Council Member Doll Kanne as secondary for White Bear Lake Work Group
• Designated Engineering Technician Ousky as point person for Kohler Road trail concerns

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and action items. Key decisions include ordinances on park hours, an amended fee schedule, and a cannabis business study and moratorium. The council will also consider agreements with local organizations, emergency management plans, and various contracts and hires.

• Ordinance #766: Park hours seasonal exceptions
• Ordinance #767: Amended fee schedule
• Ordinance #768: Cannabis business study and moratorium
• Purchase of emergency generators for wells
• Award contracts for sewer televising and Well 4 pump inspection

The Council approved a moratorium and study on the sale and public use of adult-use cannabis products. Other key actions included updating the city fee schedule, adopting a county emergency plan, and awarding several infrastructure contracts.

• Approved Ordinance No. 768 prohibiting sale and public use of adult-use cannabis pending a study (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 767 updating the City Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 766 establishing seasonal park hour exceptions for pickleball and sledding (5-0)
• Authorized $14,000 agreement with Tubman for domestic abuse victim services (5-0)
• Adopted the 2023 Ramsey County Comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
• Awarded $10,808.57 sewer televising contract to Pipe Services (5-0)
• Awarded $55,910 Well #4 pump maintenance contract to Keys Well Drilling Company (5-0)
• Approved variance and conditional use permit for accessory building at 3871 Stockdale Drive (5-0)

Health and Public Safety Commission

The Vadnais Heights Health and Public Safety Commission is holding its regular meeting. The agenda includes a guest presentation from Ramsey County Emergency Management & Homeland Security, along with routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, receiving reports, and setting the next meeting date.

• Guest presentation by Ramsey County Emergency Management & Homeland Security
• Approve minutes from April 26, 2023 regular meeting
• Set agenda for July 26, 2023 regular meeting
• Discussion of Minnesota Night to Unite on August 1, 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a variance and conditional use permit for a 364 SF accessory building at 3871 Stockdale Drive. The proposal will be sent to the City Council for consideration on July 18, 2023.

• Recommended approval of Planning Case 23-004 for variance and conditional use permit at 3871 Stockdale Drive (7-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023, Regular Meeting Agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023, Regular Meeting minutes as corrected (6-0, 1 abstain)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the City Center Northeast Quadrant and a comprehensive housing study. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting also includes other staff items and future council requests.

• Discussion of City Center Northeast Quadrant
• Comprehensive Housing Study discussion

The City Council held a workshop to discuss brownfield remediation and visioning for the City Center Northeast Quadrant. Members also reviewed the potential for a comprehensive housing study to be funded via Housing TIF. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 20, 2023, covering routine approvals, a public hearing on an assessment, and several new business items. Key actions include hiring a Public Works Director, accepting cost-share funding for park signage, and approving a contract for a housing study. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a property assessment and several other administrative items.

• Approve claims #83692 through #8383759 and electronic claims #1887 through #1890 for payment
• Accept cost-share funding from Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District for Berwood Park signage
• Recommend hiring Public Works Director
• Approve solicitor licenses for Jonathan Gagan (Neighborly Property Group) and Marie Luise Crebessa (Redline Contracting)
• Approve professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services for comprehensive housing study

The Council awarded a $165,986 contract for sanitary sewer lining and approved a professional services agreement for a comprehensive housing study. Other actions included adopting amendments to the City Advisory Commissions code and approving a traffic signal agreement for TH61 at Willow Lake Boulevard.

• Awarded 2023 Sanitary Sewer Lining Improvements contract to Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for $165,986.00 (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, LLC for a Comprehensive Housing Study (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 765 amending City Advisory Commissions code (5-0)
• Approved Cooperative Construction Agreement No. 1035921 and MOU with The Luther Company LLLP for TH61 traffic signal at Willow Lake Boulevard (5-0)
• Accepted amended assessment roll for 2023-5 Street Improvements (5-0)
• Approved two individual liquor license renewals for Old Clover Inn and Macaluso's Roadhouse (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including hiring a Public Works Director and appointing Wonser Mongrue as Youth Representative to the Planning Commission (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission met to approve the agenda and minutes from May 15, 2023. The body discussed the 2023 Project Board Review and received a memo outlining opportunities and enhancements at Bridgewood Park. The meeting included a public comment period and commission updates.

• Review of 2023 Project Board
• Discussion of opportunities and enhancements at Bridgewood Park

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several operational items, including a long-term discussion on fire operations led by Fire Chief Hearden, park amenity hours, and an update on the Gold Leaf pilot program. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-oriented meeting.

• Longtime Fire Operation Discussion with Fire Chief Hearden
• Park Amenity Hours discussion led by Administrator Watson
• Gold Leaf Update presented by Asst. City Administrator Kaylin Clement

The Council held a workshop to discuss long-term fire department operations and potential staffing increases for 2025. Members also discussed amending the City Code to establish set hours for pickleball courts to address neighbor complaints. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council approved the purchase of a gaga ball pit, pickleball seating, and a sledding hill light. A new assessment hearing for street improvement project 2023-5 was scheduled for June 20, 2023, due to a mailing error. The council also approved 11 liquor license renewals and a Juneteenth proclamation.

• Approved purchase of light at Kohler Meadows sledding hill, benches for Bridgewood Park pickleball court, and gaga ball pit at Berwood Park (3-0)
• Set assessment hearing for Street Improvements Project 2023-5 for June 20, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved 11 liquor license renewals contingent on background checks and fire inspections (3-0)
• Resolved to recognize June 19th as the Juneteenth holiday (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $5,854.39 US Bank payment and pest control agreement with Plunkett’s (3-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor and gambling licenses for Vadnais Heights Lions Club event August 19-20, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved public outdoor event license for F&M Bank for July 25, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved update to Personnel Policies Manual (3-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a budget workshop meeting. The agenda includes a budget discussion, along with future city council requests and other staff issues. This is a working session to discuss budgetary matters.

• Budget discussion
• Future City Council requests
• Other staff issues

The City Council conducted a workshop to review a high-level overview of projects for the upcoming budget cycle. Finance Director Bob Sundberg presented materials regarding funds and the costs of specific obligations and projects. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council Workshop

The City Council awarded a street crack sealing contract and approved the purchase of snowplow equipment. The Council also renewed four individual liquor licenses and accepted the resignation of a firefighter.

• Approved $38,000 purchase of two plows, lift gate, and accessories from Aspen Equipment (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Street Crack Sealing Project to Northwest Asphalt & Maintenance for $39,000, potentially up to $45,000 (5-0)
• Approved annual liquor license renewals for MGM Wine & Spirits, Jimmy's Food/Drink/ConferenceCenter/Catering, SAKS, and Kwik Trip #152 (5-0)
• Approved claims #83550 through #83617 and electronic claims #1879 through #1882 for payment (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Firefighter Matt Montain and authorized filling the Fire Technician position (5-0)

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving payments, accepting a firefighter resignation, and filling the position. They will also consider a liquor license renewal and award a contract for the 2023 street crack sealing project. A proclamation for National Police Week is scheduled.

• Approval of claims #83550-#83617 and electronic claims #1879-#1882
• Accept resignation of Firefighter Matt Montain and authorize hiring a Fire Technician
• Request to purchase plows and accessories for two pickups
• Consider approval of liquor license renewal
• Accept bids and award 2023 Street Crack Sealing Project

The Council held a workshop to review the year-end financial report and discuss the potential addition of a full-time Recreation Department position and a Water Resource Specialist. No formal votes were taken on these items.

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission

The Vadnais Heights Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will finalize its recommendation on gaga ball courts and lighting, including potential locations. The meeting also includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, public comment, and selecting future site visit dates.

• Finalize gaga ball courts and light recommendation
• Review gaga ball potential locations
• Select next meeting site locations
• Approve agenda and minutes
• Open to public comment

City Council Workshop

The workshop covered three main topics: tree replacement process, staff retention and recruitment policies, and a park/trail master plan. No formal votes were taken; discussions were informational and directional. The council agreed to have the Parks Commission proceed with an RFP for a master plan and directed staff to bring retention/recruitment policy changes to a future meeting.

• Discussed tree replacement process; budget review planned for fall to prioritize ash tree removal/replacement
• Discussed staff retention and recruitment; policy update to be brought to council for 2024 implementation
• Agreed Parks Commission should proceed with an RFP for a Parks Master Plan
• Discussed commission feedback; staff directed to bring changes to council and request a goal-setting session with committees

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council will consider approving claims, a loan servicing agreement, equipment purchases, and a bowhunting summary. They will also hold public hearings, discuss a Hodgson Road cooperative agreement and a 2022 street project amendment, and decide on bids for the 2023-1 street improvement project, a Ramsey County grant application, and a feasibility study for 2024 street projects.

• Approve claims 83499-83549 and electronic claims 1875-1878
• Loan servicing agreement with Center for Energy and Environment
• Purchase front-end loader and asphalt hot-box for public works
• Accept bids and award contract for 2023-1 street improvement project
• Resolution approving Ramsey County grant application and local fund commitment

City Council Workshop

The City Council met in a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The discussion concerned a Department of Natural Resources Water Appropriation Permit Appeal.

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several upcoming projects and updates. Items include a trail update for Koehler Road, an update on public works and parks equipment, a VLAWMO update, and future improvements to Hodgson Road. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Koehler Road Trail Update
• Public Works Parks Equipment Update
• VLAWMO Update
• Hodgson Road Future Improvements
• Future City Council Requests

The Council held a workshop to receive staff updates on infrastructure projects, watershed resiliency, and equipment procurement. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during the session.

• Discussed Hodgson Road Project: bids to be released in 2-3 weeks with construction starting July
• Reviewed Koehler Road Trail Update: construction projected for spring 2024
• Reviewed VLAWMO watershed resiliency study Memo of Understanding
• Discussed Public Works Parks equipment needs and state cooperative pricing
• Proposed rotating council member committee liaisons partway through the year

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to approve routine items including claims, minutes, and consent agenda, and will consider several specific actions: a temporary liquor license for the Roseville Lions Foundation, a stormwater maintenance agreement with SoNo, LLC, a lawful gambling permit for VHEDC, and acceptance of a quarterly building permit report and drainage easements. The agenda also includes a presentation on a home improvement loan program and discussions on a bioswale project and a lake resiliency study.

• Approve claims #83433-#83498 and electronic claims #1871-#1874 for payment
• Temporary on-sale liquor license for Roseville Lions Foundation on June 20, 2023
• Stormwater operation and maintenance agreement with SoNo, LLC
• VHEDC lawful gambling permit for November 9, 2023
• Accept drainage and utility easements at 3500 Rice Street

The City Council approved a contract for water quality improvements at Westfield Park and authorized funding for a regional watershed resiliency study. The Council also approved several consent agenda items, including a temporary liquor license and drainage easements.

• Awarded Westfield Park bioswale project to Shoreline Landscaping for $33,175 (4-0)
• Accepted VLAWMO 'Landscape Level 2' grant for Westfield Park (4-0)
• Authorized up to $20,000 for a shared watershed study (4-0)
• Approved claims #83433 through #83498 and electronic claims #1871 through #1874 (4-0)
• Approved 1-Day to 4-Day temporary on-sale liquor license for Roseville Lions Foundation for June 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Stormwater Operation and Maintenance Agreement with SoNo, LLC (4-0)
• Approved VHEDC Lawful Gambling Permit for November 9, 2023 (4-0)
• Accepted drainage and utility easements at 2500 Rice Street (4-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council held a workshop to discuss the Twin Lake Blvd project, advisory commissions, and a request for proposals for a Parks Master Plan. No final votes or decisions were recorded in the agenda text, as these items were listed for discussion only.

• Discussion of the Twin Lake Blvd project update
• Discussion of advisory commissions
• Discussion of the Parks Master Plan Request for Proposals (RFP)

The City Council held a workshop to discuss potential funding partnerships for the Twin Lake Boulevard trail and a draft ordinance regarding advisory commissions. No formal votes were taken; items were discussed for future action or further input from commissions.

• Discussed splitting a $500,000 grant with Little Canada for the Twin Lake Boulevard trail
• Reviewed draft ordinance for advisory commissions pending input from commissioners
• Proposed working with Park Commission on a mission statement for the Park Master Plan RFP
• Submitted $30,000 grant application for a Comprehensive Housing Study
• Submitted 92-page grant application for a $350,000 pavilion match

City Council

The Council approved several infrastructure investments, including a new skid steer for road patching and a sanitary sewer design agreement. They also adopted a 'Slow Mow May' resolution and authorized a national opioid settlement agreement.

• Approved $176,500 bid from Bituminous Roadways for Kohler Meadows Park tennis court reconstruction and wind screens (5-0)
• Approved $67,904.45 purchase of a John Deere 325G Compact Track Loader from Midwest Machinery (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with S.E.H. for Sanitary Sewer Lining and Access Project design with a maximum fee of $132,500 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting 'Slow Mow May' temporary exception to public nuisance code (5-0)
• Authorized City Administrator to sign National Opioid Settlement Agreement with pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacies (5-0)
• Approved gambling premise permit for Vadnais Heights Lions Club at Old Clover Inn (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of City Engineer/Public Works Director Jesse Farrell (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 16-22, 2023 as National Volunteer Week (5-0)

Health and Public Safety Commission

The Vadnais Heights Health and Public Safety Commission is holding a regular meeting. They will approve the agenda and minutes from January, hear a presentation from Allina Health, and discuss their 2023 goals. The meeting also includes updates from city staff and liaisons.

• Guest presentation by Kortnie Crayford of Allina Health
• Discussion of 2023 Commission Goals
• Approval of January 25, 2023 minutes (no February meeting due to winter storm)
• Update on guest speakers, events, and schedule
• Recurring reports from City Administrator, Council Liaison, Allina Clinics and Transportation

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including an update on municipal prosecution, the purchase of a new fire department ladder truck, and a potential 'No Mow May' program. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Municipal Prosecution Update
• New Fire Department Ladder Truck
• No Mow May program discussion

The Council held a workshop to discuss potential future agenda items and receive updates on municipal prosecution and fire equipment. No formal votes were taken, but the Mayor authorized the process of obtaining specifications for a new ladder truck. Staff will prepare a resolution regarding 'No Mow May' for a future regular meeting.

• Authorized starting the process to obtain specifications for a new fire department ladder truck
• Proposed adding a resolution to waive mowing codes for private properties in May to a future regular meeting
• Discussed potential 2024 budget funding of $14,000 annually for Tubman legal advocacy services

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including claims payments, city hall summer hours, a solicitors license, firefighter resignations, and donations. The most significant item is approving plans and specifications for the 2023-01 Street Improvements project and authorizing the advertisement for bids. The council will also consider a grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council for sanitary sewer improvements and a grant application for Berwood Park signage.

• Approve claims #83323-#83389 and electronic claims #1863-#1866 for payment
• Adopt City Hall summer hours
• Approve solicitors license for Legacy Restoration LLC (Trevor Devens)
• Accept resignations of firefighters Chris Scholen, Jacob Ryks, and Evan Young
• Approve 2023-01 Street Improvements plans and authorize bid advertisement

The City Council approved plans and specifications for street improvements on Elmwood Street, Alpine Avenue, and Horizon Street. The council also approved a consent agenda including claims for payment and a sanitary sewer grant agreement.

• Approved plans and bid advertisement for 2023-1 Street Improvements (5-0)
• Approved claims #83323 through #83389 and electronic claims #1863 through #1866 (5-0)
• Approved US Bank payment of $97,975.30 (5-0)
• Adopted City Hall summer hours (5-0)
• Approved solicitor's license for Legacy Restoration LLC - Trevor Devens (5-0)
• Accepted resignations of firefighters Chris Scholen, Jacob Ryks, and Evan Young (5-0)
• Authorized staff to apply for Berwood Park Signage Cost Sharing Grant (5-0)
• Adopted grant agreement with Metropolitan Council Environmental Services for sanitary sewer improvements (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission

The Vadnais Heights Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission is meeting to discuss the draft annual commission calendar and proposed educational signage for Berwood Park. The agenda also includes time for public comment and updates from members.

• Discussion of annual commission calendar draft
• Berwood Park educational signage proposal
• Public comment period
• Commission updates

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 7, 2023. Key items include a public hearing on the Twin Lake Boulevard improvement and assessment, a recommendation to hire a Deputy City Clerk, and a site plan review for a project at 3645 Centerville Road. The council will also approve claims for payment and consider an agreement with Saint Paul Regional Water Services.

• Public hearing on Twin Lake Boulevard improvement and assessment
• Recommendation on hiring Deputy City Clerk
• Planning Case 23-001: SBA Monarch Towers I, LLC site plan review at 3645 Centerville Road
• Approval of claims #83269-#83322 and electronic claims #1859-#1862
• Tenth rider to agreement with Saint Paul Regional Water Services

The City Council approved the 2023-5 Street Improvement Project for Twin Lake Boulevard and its associated assessment roll. The Council also adopted the 2023 Goal-setting Report and Strategic Plan and approved a site plan to convert a telecommunications tower to a monopole design.

• Approved 2023-5 Street Improvement Project and Assessment Roll for Twin Lake Boulevard (5-0)
• Accepted 2023 Goal-setting Report and Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved Planning Case 23-001 for SBA Monarch Towers I, LLC site plan at 3645 Centerville Road (5-0)
• Approved claims #83269-#83322 and electronic claims #1859-#1862 (5-0)
• Approved Tenth Rider to Agreement with Board of Water Commissioners of the City of Saint Paul (5-0)
• Approved hiring of Deputy City Clerk (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss future council requests, a legislative visit with state officials, summer schedule changes, a light pole update, and adding a full-time position in the Recreation Department. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Legislative visit with MN Senator Heather Gustafson and MN House Representative Brion Curran
• Summer schedule discussion
• Light pole update
• Additional full-time position in Recreation Department

The Council reviewed a proposal for an entry-level recreation position to increase community engagement, though more data was requested. The Council expressed support for adjusting summer staff hours to 7 AM - 4:30 PM, with a formal resolution to follow. No formal votes were taken during the workshop.

• Proposed entry-level recreation position for 2024 budget; Council requested quantified data on programming increases
• Supported summer staff hours of 7 AM - 4:30 PM (Fridays 7 AM - 11 AM); formal resolution pending

Planning Commission

The Vadnais Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Planning Case 23-001, a site plan review for SBA Monarch Towers I, LLC at 3645 Centerville Road. The commission will also discuss a Home Improvement Loan Program and consider approval of the January 24, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Planning Case 23-001: SBA Monarch Towers I, LLC – Site Plan Review at 3645 Centerville Road
• Discussion of Home Improvement Loan Program
• Approval of January 24, 2023 regular meeting minutes

Health and Public Safety Commission

The Vadnais Heights Health and Public Safety Commission will hold a regular meeting with a guest presentation on Emergency Management and discuss setting 2023 commission goals. They will also review old business, including updates on guest speakers and events, and receive recurring reports from staff and liaisons.

• Guest presentation on Emergency Management
• Discussion of 2023 Commission Goals
• Update on guest speaker and events schedule
• Recurring reports from City Administrator, Council Liaison, Allina Clinics, and staff

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including claims payments and permits, and to hold public hearings on the 2023 Street Improvements Project assessment, a minor subdivision at 717 Stockdale Road, and a minor site plan at 3430 Highway 61 North. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and a donation acceptance.

• Approve claims #83206-#832268 and electronic claims #1851-#1858, including US Bank payment of $6,811.25
• Outdoor event permit for Rocket Racing's Wild Timed Fun Race on March 11, 2023
• Agreement with Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce
• Accept donation for Senior Lunch Program from VH Lions
• Public hearing: 2023 Street Improvements Project assessment

The Council ordered the 2023 Street Improvements project and adopted the associated assessment roll. They also approved a minor subdivision and a minor site plan for a body shop expansion.

• Ordered 2023 Street Improvements project and adopted assessment roll (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision at 717 Stockdale Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minor site plan for body shop expansion at 3430 Highway 61 North with conditions (5-0)
• Approved claims #83206 through #932269 and electronic claims #1851 through #1858 (5-0)
• Approved outdoor event permit for Rocket Racing's Wild Timed Fun Race on March 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
• Accepted donation for Senior Lunch program from VH Lions (5-0)
• Approved engagement letter with Fabyanske, Westra, Hart & Thomson, P.A. (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several topics, including employee retention and recruitment, the Parks Master Plan, and the 2023-2024 workplan and goals. The agenda also includes a presentation on GreenStep Cities and future council requests. This is a discussion session, not a formal decision-making meeting.

• GreenStep Cities presentation
• Employee retention and recruitment discussion
• Parks Master Plan discussion
• 2023-2024 workplan and goals discussion

The council held a workshop to discuss potential employee retention incentives, including retirement matches and phone stipends. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on gathering information for future decisions regarding city commissions, a parks master plan, and the 2023-2024 workplan.

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 7, 2023, with a consent agenda and several action items. They will consider approving claims, an outdoor event permit, agreements with the economic development corporation and Saint Paul Regional Water Services, a loan administrator agreement, a gambling permit, a newsletter printing quote, a site lease with DISH Wireless, and a resolution on Rice Street parking restrictions. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the 2023 fee schedule amendment, a presentation from Northeast Youth & Family Services, and discussions on the Community Park Pavilion, city code amendments, a Twin Lake Boulevard feasibility report, and a grant application for a charging station.

• Claims #83134 through #83205 and electronic claims #1847 through #1850 for payment
• Outdoor event permit for Half Fast Marathon on February 18, 2023
• Tenth rider to agreement with Saint Paul Regional Water Services
• Site lease agreement with DISH Wireless for communications facility at Commerce Court Water Tower
• Resolution establishing parking restrictions on Rice Street

The City Council approved the most expensive design option for the Community Park pavilion and directed staff to seek a DNR grant to cover funding gaps. Other key actions included adopting city code amendments and approving a feasibility report for Twin Lake Boulevard.

• Approved proceeding with Option #1 pavilion design and applying for a Minnesota DNR Outdoor Recreation grant (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 763 to amend City Code regarding Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments and Appeals (5-0)
• Accepted Twin Lake Boulevard Feasibility Report and set assessment hearing for March 7 (5-0)
• Approved amended 2023 Fee Schedule (Ordinance No. 764) to include Parks and Rec cancellation policies (5-0)
• Selected Green Team and Community Restoration as 2023 Gold Leaf Program initiatives (5-0)
• Decided not to apply for an MPCA grant for EV charging stations at the Fire Station
• Approved Consent Agenda including Rice Street parking restrictions and a DISH Wireless site lease (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including the Home Improvement Loan Program with NeighborWorks Home Partners, the Purple Line Bus Rapid Transit project with Metro Transit, the Gold Leaf Pilot Program initiatives, and a change to the Heritage Days Market. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Home Improvement Loan Program guidelines with NeighborWorks Home Partners
• Purple Line BRT project with Metro Transit
• Gold Leaf Pilot Program initiatives
• Heritage Days Market change

The Council discussed a home improvement loan program and received a presentation on the Purple Line BRT project. Members expressed support for transitioning the Heritage Days Market into a makers market and pursuing a Parks Master Plan.

• Supported transitioning Heritage Days Market to a makers market
• Council Member Jozwowski expressed favor for doing the Parks Master Plan

Health and Public Safety Commission

The Vadnais Heights Health and Public Safety Commission will meet to review its charter, update membership, and set its 2023 speaker schedule. They will also discuss the draft Ordinance 761, which would license and regulate the sale of tobacco and cannabinoid products, following a prior recommendation to allow such sales in commercial zones. The commission will select officers and adopt a stipend payment process for the year.

• Review draft Ordinance 761 for licensing/sale of tobacco and cannabinoid products
• Adopt stipend payment process: $20/month for chair and secretary, $15/month for other members
• Select 2023 Commission Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Update Commission membership and review City Code
• Establish 2023 speaker/presentation schedule

Planning Commission

The Vadnais Heights Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on city code amendments (Planning Case 22-018) and the County Road E Corridor Action Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, electing officers, and setting the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Public hearing on Planning Case 22-018: City Code Amendments
• Discussion of County Road E Corridor Action Plan
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Appointment of Economic Development Authority Representative and Alternate
• Approval of 2023 Meeting Calendar

The Planning Commission recommended approval of Draft Ordinance 763 to clarify roles and procedures for the Board of Appeals and Adjustments. The commission also elected its 2023 officers and appointed representatives to the Economic Development Authority.

• Recommended approval of Planning Case 22-018 and Draft Ordinance 763 to amend City Code Chapters 2 and 38 (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Cooper as Chairperson for 2023 (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Moynagh as Vice Chairperson for 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Stumph and Schreiber as Economic Development Authority Representative and Alternate for 2023 (6-0)
• Accepted the 2023 expense allowance (6-0)
• Approved the 2023 meeting calendar (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022, meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission

The Vadnais Heights Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission is meeting to review park inventory results and continue discussions on the Double Jack Pavilion at Community Park. The agenda includes presentations from commissioners and updates from staff and commission members. This is a regular meeting with no final decisions listed, but the pavilion discussion may lead to future recommendations.

• Double Jack Pavilion update and continued discussion (with comparison and memo documents)
• Park inventory results presented by commissioners
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
• Commission updates from Chairperson Judy Lissick and members

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council will vote on routine items including claims payments, firefighter promotions, and the deputy clerk's resignation, then set council pay and the 2023 meeting calendar. They will also consider several public works items, including the Koehler Road Trail design contract, a street improvements project, and a goat grazing plan for buckthorn removal.

• Claims #83069-#83133 and electronic claims #1841-#1846, including a US Bank payment of $5,669.37
• Appoint part-time introductory firefighters Conrad Cordova, Jordan Sadowski, and Evan Young to part-time regular status
• Set mayor and council member pay for 2023
• Accept SEH, Inc. proposal for Koehler Road Trail design and bidding services
• Approve 2023-01 Street Improvements Project, setting assessment rates and public hearing for Feb 21, 2023

The City Council authorized design services for the Koehler Road Trail and joined the Gold Leaf climate action pilot program. The Council also approved several infrastructure projects, including street improvements and a feasibility report for County Road D.

• Approved SEH, Inc. proposal for Koehler Road Trail design and bidding (max $199,700) (5-0)
• Authorized participation in the Gold Leaf climate action pilot program (5-0)
• Appointed ABDO for auditing and Hildi, Inc. for actuarial valuation services (5-0)
• Approved annual agreement and 2023 hourly billing rates for SEH, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Twin Lake Boulevard Cooperative and Maintenance Agreement with Little Canada (5-0)
• Established no-parking restrictions on Twin Lake Boulevard (5-0)
• Authorized Bolton & Menk, Inc. to prepare a feasibility report for 2025 County Road D improvements (5-0)
• Approved $9,250 proposal from The Munch Bunch, LLC for buckthorn removal via goat grazing, split with VLAWMO (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss future council requests, conduct advisory commission interviews, and review park dedication fees and housing initiatives. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Advisory commission interviews for three positions
• Park dedication fee discussion
• Housing initiatives discussion

The Council held a workshop to discuss potential increases to park dedication fees and upcoming housing funding programs. No formal votes were taken; the Council requested further research on neighboring community fees and scheduled a future presentation on housing loans.

• Tabled decision on park dedication fees pending further research on neighboring communities
• Scheduled a future presentation from Neighborhood Home Partners regarding housing loan formats

City Council

The Vadnais Heights City Council is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving claims for payment, hiring a probationary firefighter, and updating the 2024 security fee for the Vadnais Heights Commons. They will also make annual designations for council assignments, official newspaper, depositories, and signatories, and consider an out-of-state travel policy for elected officials.

• Approve claims #83033-#83068 and electronic claims #1840-#1842 for payment
• Hire Liam Saunders as probationary, part-time, paid-on-call duty crew firefighter
• Approve updated 2024 security fee for Vadnais Heights Commons
• Designate official newspaper, depositories, and investment institutions for 2023
• Adopt elected official out-of-state travel policy

The Council approved several annual administrative requirements, including the official newspaper, depository institutions, and travel policies. The body also approved the hiring of a part-time firefighter and updated security fees for Vadnais Heights Commons.

• Approved hiring Liam Saunders as probationary, part-time, paid-on-call, duty crew firefighter (5-0)
• Approved updated 2024 Security Fee for Vadnais Heights Commons (5-0)
• Approved claims #83033 through #83068 and electronic claims #1840 through #1842 for payment (5-0)
• Designated Vadnais Heights Press as the City's Official Newspaper for 2023 (5-0)
• Designated 11 financial institutions as official depository and investment institutions for 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted the elected official out-of-state travel policy for 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted statutory tort limits for insurance coverage via League of Minnesota Insurance Trust (5-0)
• Designated Mayor Mike Krachmer and City Administrator Kevin Watson as official signatories for 2023 (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The Vadnais Heights City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and receive updates on several upcoming projects, including the 2023 Twin Lake Boulevard improvements and the Kohler Road Trail project. They will also consider the Board of Adjustments and Appeals, the Community Park Pavilion, and a GreenStep Cities discussion. This is a working session, so no formal votes are expected.

• 2023 Twin Lake Boulevard improvements project update
• Kohler Road Trail project update for 2024 improvements
• Board of Adjustments and Appeals discussion
• Community Park Pavilion update
• GreenStep Cities program discussion

The City Council established a 60-day deadline for filing grievances with the Board of Adjustments and Appeals, which will be handled by the Planning Commission. Other items including a park pavilion and sustainability program were referred back for further study or presentation.

• Agreed to a 60-day deadline for bringing up zoning grievances
• Assigned Board of Adjustments and Appeals duties to the Planning Commission
• Referred Community Park pavilion design and cost analysis back to the Parks Commission
• Tabled GreenStep Cities membership pending a formal presentation