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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30

Special City Council Meeting

City discusses renewal of $254,800 police contract

The Dassel City Council will meet to consider renewing its law‑enforcement contract with the Meeker County Sheriff’s Office. The current 2025‑2026 contract pays $61.25 per hour for two full‑time deputies, costing $254,800 annually. Sheriff Brian Cruze will be present to answer questions.

Policing contract renewal – $61.25/hr for two deputies, $254,800 annual cost

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Special City Council Meeting Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:30 pm Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-275-2454) | Agenda published on 07/15/2026 at 5:12 PM Call to Order Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone a. 1. Business Items Meeker County Sheriff Brian Cruze - Policing Contract Sheriff Cruze will be present to discuss the renewal of the Policing Contract and answer any question. In the 2025/2026 contract, the City of Dassel pays $61.25 per hour for 2 full-time deputies (4,160 hours per year) or 80 hours a week. The annual cost is $254,800.00. There are 168 hours in a week. Attachments: • 2025-2026 Law Enforcement Contract (2025-2026_Law_Enforcement_Con tract.pdf) • 2024-2026 Dassel Call Type Stat Summary (2024-2026_Dassel_Call_Typ e_Stat_Summary.pdf) a. 2. Adjourn The agenda packet with all background material is located at the side table for viewing by the public. The agenda is subject to change without notice. Information and materials relating to the above items are available for review at city hall by appointment. 3.

Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Dassel City Council to consider water disconnections and facility upgrades

The City Council will vote on disconnecting water service for three delinquent accounts and approving a conditional use permit for 651 Parker Ave W. Members will also discuss wage increases for election judges and security camera installations for city plants.

Payment of claims totaling $763,659.52
Resolution 2026-023 accepting a $25,000 donation from Dassel Firemans Relief Association
Proposed Election Judge wage increase from $14.00 to $16.00 per hour
Security camera quotes: Public Works ($5,681.00), Water plant ($4,815.00), and Sewer Plant ($3,988.00)
Water service disconnection for 530 Todd Street Lot 5, 241 Linart Ave W, and 260 5th Street S

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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Oath of Office Appointed Council member Peder Thostenson to Dec. 31, 2026 b. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thostenson & Mayor Lalone c. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council June 15, 2026, Spec City Council June 29, 2029, DAHS April 28, 2026, Red Rooster Committee Attachments: • 6-15-2026 DRAFT Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (6-15-2026_DRAFT_Reg ular_City_Council_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) • 6-29-2026 DRAFT Special City Council Meeting Minutes (6-29-2026_DRAFT_Spe cial_City_Council_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) • 4-28-26 Minutes DAHS April Monthly Meeting (4-28-26_Minutes_DAHS_April_Mon thly_Meeting.pdf) • 20260617 Red Rooster Minutes (20260617_Red_Rooster_Minutes.pdf) 2. Public Hearing(s)3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) 4. Additions or Omissions to Agenda5. Consent Agenda Payment of Claims $763,659.52a. Accept the resignat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 18:00

Special City Council Meeting

City Council to decide rezoning, conditional use permit and variance for 610 Parker Ave E

The council will vote on a lot line adjustment for 580 Simon Avenue West (PID 23-0279001). It will also consider a zoning map amendment from R-1 to I-1, a Shoreland Overlay conditional use permit, and a front‑yard setback variance for 610 Parker Avenue East (PID 23-0008000). Additionally, the council will review a purchase of 21,779 square yards of chip seal at $1.87 per square yard, totaling $40,726.73, from Pearson Bros, Inc. The meeting includes standard procedural items and public notice information.

Approve lot line adjustment for PID 23-0279001, 580 Simon Ave W
Approve zoning map amendment (R‑1 to I‑1) for PID 23-0008000, 610 Parker Ave E
Approve Conditional Use Permit – Shoreland Overlay for PID 23-0008000, 610 Parker Ave E
Approve variance reducing front‑yard setback for PID 23-0008000, 610 Parker Ave E
Approve purchase of 21,779 sq yd chip seal at $1.87/yd ($40,726.73) from Pearson Bros, Inc

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✓ Decided: City Council approved multiple land adjustments, permits, rezoning, and a road‑seal purchase

The council approved a lot line adjustment for 580 Simon Avenue West and a conditional use permit, shoreland overlay, and variance for 610 Parker Avenue East. It also adopted Ordinance 04‑2026 rezoning a property from single‑family to limited‑industry. Finally, the council authorized the purchase of 21,779 square yards of chip seal for $40,726.73.

Approved Lot Line Adjustment for PID 23-0279001 580 Simon Ave W (motion carried)
Approved Conditional Use Permit – Shoreland Overlay for PID 23-0008000 610 Parker Ave E (motion carried)
Approved Variance for PID 23-0008000 610 Parker Ave E (motion carried)
Approved Ordinance 04-2026 rezoning property from R‑1 to I‑1 (motion carried)
Approved purchase of 21,779 sq yd chip seal at $1.87 per sq yd, total $40,726.73 from Pearson Bros, Inc (motion carried)
Adjourned meeting at 6:30 pm (motion carried)

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Special City Council Meeting Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone a. 1. Business Items Motion to approve or deny Lot Line Adjustment for PID 23-0279001 580 Simon Avenue W, Dassel Sarah Swedburg AICP, City Planner with Bolton & Menk will be in attendance. Nelson Family LLC have applied for a lot line adjustments for 580 Simon Avenue W. June 22, 2026, the Planning Commission made the following recommendation: Motion by Corbin, seconded by Landrus to approve the Lot Line Adjustment for PID 23-0279001 580 Simon Avenue W, Dassel with the following recommendations: Motion carried. Recommendation: The proposed lot line adjustment meets the qualifying criteria. The approval of this request is subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide the City to record this action with the Office of the County Recorder within 120 days after the date of approval. 2. All property owners involved in the adjustment of lot lines in this area shall cooperate with the City-initiated rezoning and easement corrections that will follow this action. The following are the Finding of Fact from the Planning Commission meeting on June 22, 2026: Subdivision Ordinance: City Code Section 152.12 (A) (1-4) lists the qualifying criteria for lot consolidation and a lot line adjustment as follows: 1. Lot consolidation. Two or more parcels, whether recorded platted lots or described by metes and bounds, may be consolidated [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Special City Council Meeting Minutes Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Minutes: Meeting called to order by Mayor Lalone at 6:01 pm. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone Minutes: Members present Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone. Members absent: None. Others present: Sarah Swedburg, City Planner, Steve Nelson, Andy Rosenquist, Jon Trotter, Mitch and Diane Elke. a. 1. Business Items Motion to approve or deny Lot Line Adjustment for PID 23-0279001 580 Simon Avenue W, Dassel Minutes: Motion by Landrus, seconded by Suchy to approve the Lot Line Adjustment for PID 23-0279001 580 Simon Avenue W, Dassel, with the following Conditions and Findings of Fact. Motion carried. Conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide the City to record this action with the Office of the County Recorder within 120 days after the date of approval. 2. All property owners involved in the adjustment of lot lines in this area shall cooperate with the City-initiated rezoning and easement corrections that will follow this action. Findings of Fact: Subdivision Ordinance: City Code Section 152.12 (A) (1-4) lists the qualifying criteria for lot consolidation and a lot line adjustment as follows: Finding of Fact 1. Lot consolidation. Two or more parcels, whether recorded platted lots or described by metes and bounds, may be consolidated into a single lot. 2. A lot line may be adjusted by relocating a common boundary provided the lot line adjustment does not result in [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to decide zoning amendment, permit and variance for 610 Parker Ave E

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment, a conditional use permit for the Shoreland Overlay, and a front‑yard setback variance for 610 Parker Avenue E. Commissioners will then vote on whether to approve or deny these applications and forward a recommendation to the City Council on June 29. The agenda also includes a lot‑line adjustment request for 580 Simon Avenue W, which will receive the same treatment.

Zoning amendment application to change 610 Parker Ave E (PID 23-0008000) from R‑1 Residential to I‑1 Light Industrial
Conditional Use Permit (Shoreland Overlay) for industrial use at 610 Parker Ave E
Variance request to reduce front‑yard setback from 25 ft to 12 ft for 610 Parker Ave E
Lot line adjustment request for 580 Simon Ave W (PID 23-0279001) by Nelson Family LLC
Motion to approve or deny the above applications and forward recommendations to City Council

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✓ Decided: Commission approved rezoning of 610 Parker Ave E from residential to light industrial

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning amendment changing 610 Parker Ave E from R‑1 Residential to I‑1 Light Industrial, along with the associated Conditional Use Permit and variance. The commission also approved a lot line adjustment for 580 Simon Ave W. Earlier, the September 23, 2025 minutes were approved.

Approved zoning amendment for 610 Parker Ave E to I‑1 Light Industrial (motion carried)
Approved Conditional Use Permit – Shoreland Overlay for 610 Parker Ave E (motion carried)
Approved variance for front yard setback at 610 Parker Ave E (motion carried)
Approved lot line adjustment for 580 Simon Ave W (motion carried)
Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

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Planning & Zoning Commission Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:30 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call Corbin, Landrus, Nelson, Suchy, Sexton 2. Approval of Minutes - September 23, 2025 Attachments: • 9-23-25 DRAFT Planning Zoning Commission Minutes (9-23-25_DRAFT_Plannin g_Zoning_Commission_Minutes.pdf) 3. Public Hearings Zoning Amendment - 610 Parker Avenue E, Dassel NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Dassel Planning & Zoning Commission/Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at the Dassel City Hall, 460 Third St, Dassel, MN on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. to consider the following Zoning Amendment Application: Mitch Elke, 610 Parker Ave E, Dassel, PID 23-0008000 zoned R-1 Residential has made application for a zoning amendment from R-1 Residential to I-1 Light Industrial with the purpose of industrial development. All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing, at which time both oral and written comments may be presented. Written comments may be submitted at any time prior to the meeting by mail: City of Dassel, PO Box 391, Dassel, MN 55325 or by email: [email protected]. Attachments: • Notification of Zoning Amendment Hearing (Notification_of_Zoning_Amen dment_Hearing.pdf) • Zoning Map Shore - 2024 (Zoning_Map_Shore_-_2024.pdf) a. Conditional Use Permit - Shoreland Overlay for 610 Parker Avenue E, Dassel NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Dassel Planning & Zoning Commission/Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at the Dassel Ci [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:30 pm Call to Order Minutes: Meeting called to order by Chair Sexton at 5:00 pm. 1. Roll Call Corbin, Landrus, Nelson, Suchy, Sexton Minutes: Members present: Corbin, Landrus, Suchy and Chair Sexton. Members absent: Nelson Others present: Sarah Swedburg, City Planner, Steve Nelson, Jon Trotter, Andy Rosenquist, Mitch and Diane Elke. 2. Approval of Minutes - September 23, 2025 Minutes: Motion by Corbin, seconded by Suchy to approve the September 23, 2025, minutes. motion carried. 3. Public Hearings Zoning Amendment - 610 Parker Avenue E, Dassel Minutes: Chair Sexton opened the Public Hearing - Zoning Amendment - 610 Parker Avenue E, Dassel at 5:32 pm. Mitch Elke, 610 Parker Ave E, Dassel, PID 23-0008000 zoned R-1 Residential has made application for a zoning amendment from R-1 Residential to I-1 Light Industrial with the purpose of industrial development. No one present to speak. Chair Sexton closed the Public Hearing at 5:33 pm. a. Conditional Use Permit - Shoreland Overlay for 610 Parker Avenue E, Dassel Minutes: Chair Sexton opened the Public Hearing - Conditional Use Permit - Shoreland Overlay for 610 Parker Avenue E, Dassel at 5:34 pm. Mitch Elke, 610 Parker Ave E, Dassel, PID 23-0008000 zoned R-1 Residential has made application for a conditional use permit for the Shoreland Overlay District from R-1 Residential to I-1 Light Industrial with the purpose of constructing a building for storage and light mechani [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

City Council to approve $229,525.44 payment of claims

The Dassel City Council will consider the consent agenda, including a $229,525.44 payment of claims, hiring a seasonal maintenance worker at $18 per hour, a $0.50 wage increase for a liquor store clerk, and closing City Hall on July 17 for election training. Business items include amending the ordinance that sets council salaries, approving up to $1,500 for a new computer for the liquor store, and appointing a new council member. The meeting also features a public hearing, open forum, and several resolutions on donations and a city festival.

Payment of Claims – $229,525.44 (Consent Agenda)
Hire Seasonal Maintenance Worker at $18.00 per hour (Consent Agenda)
Increase liquor store clerk wage by $0.50 to $12.86 per hour (Consent Agenda)
Approve up to $1,500 for a new computer for the Liquor Store (Business Items)
Motion to amend City Council salaries ordinance (Ordinance 03-2026) (Business Items)

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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council May 18, 2026. Attachments: • regular-city-council-meeting_minutes_2026-05-18 (regular-city-council-meetin g_minutes_2026-05-18.pdf) 2. Public Hearing(s)3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) 4. Additions or Omissions to Agenda5. Consent Agenda Payment of Claims - $229,525.44a. Approve Hiring Talan Jacobson for the Seasonal Maintenance Worker position at a starting wage of $18.00 per hour effective June 3, 2026. b. Approve Resolution 2026-018 Accepting Donation to the Dassel Fire Department in the amount of $50.00 from Meeker Memorial. From Annual Employee Recognition c. Motion to approve a $.50 (fifty cent) increase from $12.36 to $12.86 per hour rate to Desirae Nelson, Liquor Store Clerk for completing 90-day performance evaluation is [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30

Closed City Council Meeting

Council to discuss purchase offers for 22300 725th Avenue property

The Dassel City Council will hold a closed session under Minnesota Statutes §13D.05 to consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase of real property identified as 07-0532000, located at 22300 725th Avenue. No decision has been recorded; the discussion is limited to evaluating potential purchase terms. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.

Closed session to discuss offers or counteroffers for purchase of real property 07-0532000 at 22300 725th Avenue, Dassel, MN

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Closed City Council Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30 pm Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-275-2454) | Agenda published on 06/10/2026 at 4:57 PM Call to Order Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone a. 1. Business Item Closed Session Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Sections 13D.05, subdivision 3(c)(3) to conduct a closed city council discussion concerning the following real property (the "Property"): To develop or consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase real property 07-0532000 22300 725th Avenue Dassel MN. a. 2. Adjourn3.

Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

City Council holds public hearings on street improvements and easement vacation

The Dassel City Council will consider a public hearing on potential street and utility reconstruction along Pacific Avenue, 5th Street, an alley south of Parker Avenue, Todd Street, and 6th Street. A second public hearing will address the vacation of utility and drainage easements on parcels in the Sellards Addition (PID 23-0540000). The council will also act on several motions, including payment of claims totaling $321,772.01, a roof replacement quote of $43,829.65 for City Hall, and a lot line adjustment for 580 Simon Avenue West.

Public Hearing – Facility Plan for improvements on Pacific Ave, 5th St, alley, Todd St, 6th St
Public Hearing – Vacation of utility and drainage easement on PID 23-0540000 (Lots 9 & 10, Sellards Addition)
Motion to approve payment of claims totaling $321,772.01 (Consent Agenda)
Motion to approve roof replacement for City Hall – Roof Shield quote $43,829.65
Motion to approve Lot Line Adjustment Application for PID 23-0279001, 580 Simon Avenue W

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✓ Decided: Council approves $321,772 in claims and a one‑day liquor license

The council approved the April 20 City Council minutes and the consent agenda. It authorized payment of claims totaling $321,772.01 and approved a temporary one‑day on‑sale liquor license for the Cokato Dassel Lions Club on August 7, 2026. The agenda item for a lot‑line adjustment (Item 9D) was removed.

Approved City Council minutes (motion carried)
Approved Consent Agenda (motion carried)
Authorized payment of claims $321,772.01 (motion carried)
Approved temporary 1‑day on‑sale liquor license for Cokato Dassel Lions Club, Aug 7 2026 (motion carried)
Removed Item 9D lot‑line adjustment from agenda (motion carried)

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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council April 20, 2026, Red Rooster Committee March 26, 2026, DAHS March 24, 2026 Attachments: • 4-20-26 DRAFT Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (4-20-26_DRAFT_Regula r_City_Council_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) • 20260326 RRMinutes-Approved 4-21-26 (20260326_RRMinutes-Approved_4-21-2 6.pdf) • DAHS March 2026 Monthly Meeting Minutes (DAHS_March_2026_Monthly_Meetin g_Minutes.pdf) 2. Public Hearing(s) Public Hearing - Facility Plan for Potential Improvements Notice is hereby given that the Dassel City Council will hold a public hearing at the Dassel City Hall, 460 Third St, Dassel, MN on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to consider potential improvements to the following areas: • Pacific Avenue from 2nd Street to 7th Street • 5th Street N from Atlantic Avenue to half block north • Alley south of Parker Avenue/TH 12 from 1st Street N to 5th Street N • Todd Street • 6th Street Improvement options that are being considered include street and utility reconstruction. All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing, at which time both oral and written comments may be presented with reference to the proposed improvement. Written comments may be submitted at any time prior to the meeting by mail: City of Dassel, PO Box 391, Dassel, MN 55325 or by email: renee.ecker [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Minutes: Meeting called to order by Acting Mayor Landrus at 6:05 pm. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, & Mayor Lalone Minutes: Council members present: Council members Gaertner, Suchy, & Acting Mayor Landrus. Members absent: Mayor Lalone. b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council April 20, 2026, Red Rooster Committee March 26, 2026, DAHS March 24, 2026 Minutes: Motion by Suchy, seconded by Gaertner to approve the minutes of the City Council April 20, 2026, Red Rooster Committee March 26, 2026, DAHS March 24, 2026. Motion carried. 2. Public Hearing(s) Public Hearing - Facility Plan for Potential Improvements Minutes: Acting Mayor Landrus opened the Public Hearing - Facility Plan for Potential Improvements at 6:06 pm. Engineer Lease reported the City of Dassel reviewed its Capital Improvements Plan, which is intended to maintain and improve the city’s infrastructure. A major project scheduled for 2027 is the Pacific Avenue, 5th Street, and Alley Improvement Project. The proposed project includes street and utility reconstruction along Pacific Avenue from 7th Street South to 2nd Street South, 5th Street from Pacific Avenue west to the alley south of Highway 12, and the alley south of Highway 12 from 5th Street North to 1st Street North. Additional work would include reconstruction of Todd Street from Highway 12 to the northern extent of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:00

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission will consider a lot line adjustment for 580 Simon Ave W

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve the September 23, 2026 minutes, hold any scheduled public hearings, and consider a motion to approve or deny a lot line adjustment request for 580 Simon Avenue West (PID 23-0279001). The recommendation from this commission will be placed on the City Council agenda for final action. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

Approval of September 23, 2026 commission minutes
Public hearings (items not specified)
Additions or omissions to the agenda
Motion to approve or deny lot line adjustment for PID 23-0279001 at 580 Simon Ave W
Adjournment

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Planning & Zoning Commission Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm Contact: Renee Mary Eckerly ([email protected] 320-275-2454) | Agenda published on 05/15/2026 at 11:19 AM Call to Order1. Roll Call Corbin, Landrus, Nelson, Suchy, Sexton 2. Approval of Minutes - September 23, 2026 Attachments: • 9-23-26 DRAFT Planning Zoning Commission Minutes (9-23-26_DRAFT_Plannin g_Zoning_Commission_Minutes.pdf) 3. Public Hearings4. Additions or Omissions to Agenda5. Business Items Motion to approve or deny Lot Line Adjustment for PID 23-0279001 580 Simon Ave W Sarah Swedburg AICP, City Planner with Bolton & Menk will be in attendance. Nelson Family LLC have applied for a lot line adjustments for 580 Simon Avenue W. The action item is listed on the City Council agenda on May 18, 2026, for action following the Planning Commission meeting and recommendation. Attachments: • 5-15-26 Application for Lot Line Adjustment PID 23-0279001 580 Simon (5-15-26_Application_for_Lot_Line_Adjustment_PID_23-0279001_580_Simo n.pdf) a. 6. Adjourn7.

Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

City Council to consider roof replacement for City Hall costing up to $98,550

The council will discuss two roof replacement quotes—Roof Shield Commercial Roofing LLC for $43,829.65 and APR Roofing Inc. with options from $84,600 to $98,550—and how to fund the work from the $500 General Capital Outlay balance of $185,442.47. It will also vote on Ordinance 02-2026 to amend city codes on hemp retail businesses and edibles, approve a $283,800.49 payment of claims, and consider several hiring and procurement items.

Roof replacement quotes: $43,829.65 (Roof Shield) and $84,600–$98,550 (APR Roofing) funded from $500 General Capital Outlay ($185,442.47 balance)
Ordinance 02-2026 amending hemp retail business and low‑potency hemp edibles regulations
Purchase of a 4x4 D‑Max XT4 for raffle using Red Rooster funds up to $14,000
Payment of claims totaling $283,800.49
Hiring of part‑time Liquor Store clerks (Tina Kramber, Jeremiah Denn) at $14/hr and Administrative Assistant Desirae Nelson at $21.50/hr

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✓ Decided: Council set public hearing for 2027 Improvement Project Facility Plan

The council approved the March 16, 2026 meeting minutes and the revised agenda, including a consent agenda. It approved hiring three part‑time staff members and accepted the resignation of a seasonal maintenance worker. A public hearing was scheduled for May 18, 2026, to consider the 2027 Improvement Project Facility Plan. The city received a clean audit opinion for 2025, confirming its financial position.

Approved March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
Approved revised agenda with changes (motion carried)
Approved consent agenda as presented (motion carried)
Approved hiring Tina Kramber as part‑time Liquor Store Clerk ($14/hr) (motion carried)
Approved hiring Jeremiah Denn as part‑time Liquor Store Clerk ($14/hr) pending background check (motion carried)
Approved hiring Desirae Nelson as part‑time Administrative Assistant – Utility Billing Clerk ($21.50/hr) (motion carried)
Accepted resignation of Dale Wright, seasonal maintenance worker, and began hiring process (motion carried)
Set public hearing for May 18, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. for 2027 Improvement Project Facility Plan (motion carried)

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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone Marie Thurn has resigned from the City Council effective May 8, 2026. b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council March 16, 2026, Closed City Council March 16, 2026, Red Rooster Committee Feb. 19, 2026, Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting April 8, 2026, and Fire Advisory Board Jan. 28, 2026, and Feb. 25, 2026 Attachments: • 3-16-2026 Draft City Council Meeting Minutes (3-16-2026_Draft_City_Council_Me eting_Minutes.pdf) • 3-16-26 Draft Closed City Council Meeting (3-16-26_Draft_Closed_City_Council_M eeting.pdf) • 2-19-2026 Red Rooster Committee Minutes (2-19-2026_Red_Rooster_Committe e_Minutes.pdf) • 4-8-2026 Draft Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting Minutes (4-8-2026_Draf t_Board_of_Appeal_Equalization_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) • 1-28-2026 Fire Advisory Board Minutes (1-28-2026_Fire_Advisory_Board_Minute s.pdf) • 2-25-2026 Fire Advisory Board Meeting Minutes (2-25-2026_Fire_Advisory_Boar d_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) 2. Public Hearing(s)3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone Minutes: Members present Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy and Thurn Members absent Mayor Lalone b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council March 16, 2026, Closed City Council March 16, 2026, Red Rooster Committee Feb. 19, 2026, Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting April 8, 2026, and Fire Advisory Board Jan. 28, 2026, and Feb. 25, 2026 Minutes: Motion by Gaertner, seconded by Suchy to approve the City Council March 16, 2026, Closed City Council March 16, 2026, Red Rooster Committee Feb. 19, 2026, Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting April 8, 2026, and Fire Advisory Board Jan. 28, 2026, and Feb. 25, 2026, meeting minutes. Motion carried. 2. Public Hearing(s)3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) Minutes: Ronald Dekam, 1003 Sunrise Circle addressed the council requesting [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 19:00

Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board & Dassel City Council

Discussion on new fire hall building and fire truck status

The joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board and City Council will review the status of a new fire truck and hold further discussion on constructing a new fire hall building, following earlier talks in January. The meeting will also approve prior meeting minutes, receive fire department financial updates for 2026 year‑to‑date, and note the approved Fire Advisory Board by‑laws from 2017. Additional reports from the Fire Chief and City Administrator will be presented.

Approve January 28 and February 25 meeting minutes
Review 2026 year‑to‑date fire department revenues and expenditures (March report)
Informational note: Fire Advisory Board By‑Laws approved 02‑22‑2017
Report on status of new fire truck
Further discussion regarding a new fire hall building

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✓ Decided: Board approved meeting minutes and agenda

The joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board and City Council approved the January 28 and February 25, 2026 meeting minutes and unanimously approved the agenda. No formal decisions were made on the new fire truck delivery schedule or the proposed fire hall project; those items were discussed only.

Approved Jan 28 & Feb 25 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

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Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board & Dassel City Council Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:00 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call - Collinwood Township, Darwin Township, Dassel Township, Ellsworth Township, Kingston Township, City of Darwin, City of Kingston, City of Dassel 2. Secretary's Report - Updated Approve January 28, 2026, and February 25, 2026, Meeting Minutes Attachments: • 1-28-26 Draft Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board and City Council meeting minute s (1-28-26_Draft_Joint_Dassel_Fire_Advisory_Board_and_City_Council_meeting_min utes.pdf) • 2-25-26 Draft Dassel Fire Advisory Board Meeting Minutes (2-25-26_Draft_Dasse l_Fire_Advisory_Board_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) 3. Approval of Agenda4. Open Forum5. Fire Chief's Report6. City Administrator's Report Review 2026 YTD Revenues & Expenditures as of March Attachments: • March Fire Department Financial Reports (March_Fire_Department_Financ ial_Reports.pdf) a. Informational: Fire Advisory Board By-Laws Approved 02-22-2017 Attachments: • Fire Advisory Board By-Laws APPROVED 20170222 (Fire_Advisory_Boar d_By-Laws_APPROVED_20170222.pdf) b. 7. Business Items Report on Status of New Fire Turcka. Further Discussion Regarding a New Fire Hall Building This original discussion was at the January 2026 meeting. Tonight, will be feedback from b. 8. Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-274-2454) | Agenda published on 04/10/2026 at 10:46 AM the Townships after their annual meetings. Next meeting date - August or September 2026 7:00 p.m., [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board & Dassel City Council Minutes Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:00 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call - Collinwood Township, Darwin Township, Dassel Township, Ellsworth Township, Kingston Township, City of Darwin, City of Kingston, City of Dassel Minutes: Members present: Jeff Atkinson-Darwin Township; John Nowak-Collinwood Township; Bob Christofferson-Kingston Township; Lowell Luebeck-Dassel Township; Dave Jutz & Shawn Ruotsinoja-Ellsworth Township; Jim Nielsen & Terri Boese-City of Kingston; Josh Johnson-City of Darwin, Members absent: None Also present: Tracey Bergum, City Clerk/Treasurer; Dave Johnson, Fire Chief; Firefighters: Terry Heidecker, Eric Dickey, Jordan Oslund and Kevin Carlen. City council members: Dan Landrus and Amy Gaertner 2. Secretary's Report - Updated Approve January 28, 2026, and February 25, 2026, Meeting Minutes Minutes: Motion by Just, seconded by Christofferson to approve the January 28, 2026, and February 25, 2026, meeting minutes. Motion carried. 3. Approval of Agenda Minutes: Motion by Atkinson, seconded by Jutz to approve the agenda as presented. Motion passed unanimously. 4. Open Forum5. Fire Chief's Report Minutes: Chief Johnson reported that adjustments to call paging procedures have been beneficial, with non-emergency calls now being paged differently than emergency calls. As a result, call numbers have decreased, with 83 calls reported currently compared to 117 calls reported at the March meeting last year. The chan [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting

Board will hear the assessor’s brief overview and recommendations

The Board of Appeal & Equalization will receive a brief overview from the Assessor, review the attached update documents, and consider the Assessor’s recommendations. Residents may provide public comments after the overview. The meeting will then recess and adjourn.

Brief overview from the Assessor (with attached update documents)
Public comments from residents
Assessor’s recommendations

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✓ Decided: Board approved assessor's recommendations for two Parker Avenue parcels

The board voted to adopt the assessor’s recommendations for PID 23-0500000 (651 Parker Avenue West) and PID 23-0498000 (621 Parker Avenue West). It also approved the assessor’s recommendation of no change for 901 Fifth Street North. Both motions were carried without a recorded vote tally. The meeting was adjourned at 6:49 pm after a motion to adjourn was carried.

Approved assessor's recommendation for PID 23-0500000 (651 Parker Ave West) – motion carried
Approved assessor's recommendation for PID 23-0498000 (621 Parker Ave West) – motion carried
Approved assessor's recommendation of no change for 901 Fifth Street North – motion carried
Adjourned meeting at 6:49 pm – motion carried

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Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm Contact: Renee Mary Eckerly ([email protected] 320-275-2454) | Agenda published on 04/02/2026 at 12:18 PM Call to Order Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone a. 1. Business Item Brief Overview from Assessor Attachments: • 4-8-26 Update Documents from Meeker Assessor Office 3026_001 (4-8-2 6_Update_Documents_from_Meeker_Assessor_Office_3026_001.pdf) a. Public Comments/Questions Residents that made an appointment will be heard first, followed by a first come first serve basis b. Recommendations from Assessorc. 2. Recess / Adjourn3.

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Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Minutes: Meeting called to order by Mayor Lalone at 6:03 pm. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone Minutes: Members present Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone. Members absent: None. Meeker County Staff present: Melissa Voigt, County Assessor and Lisa Lindeman, Appraiser. Residents present: Dale Isaacson, 901 5th St. N. a. 1. Business Item Brief Overview from Assessor Minutes: Assessor Voigt gave an overview of the process to make sure everyone has a fair and equitable market value for taxes payable 2027. The findings must be sustained by facts and then would be forwarded to the county in June for consideration. Cannot reduce the overall estimated market value for the jurisdiction by more than 1%, so there can be no blanket reduction across the board. Dassel City came in at 99%, so no residential increases were made. Residential land schedule covers acreage sites and unplatted land. Building site value: $64,400. Second and third acre: $9,600, fourth through tenth acre: $6,800. Tillable land values throughout the county: Dassel Township had no adjustment. Rural vacant land (woods, water, and waste) increased by 25% county-wide. Five-year sales study county-wide for commercial properties. Must be within 90 to 105% of sales. Litchfield and Dassel City commercial property went up 25%. The rest of the county went up 25% on land. County- wid [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Dassel City Council to review 2027 improvement projects and personnel wage changes

The City Council will consider a feasibility study for improvements to Pacific Avenue, 5th Street, and an alley. The body is also deciding on several personnel updates, including starting wage increases for liquor store clerks and a new paid leave policy.

Payment of claims totaling $221,141.15
Approval of 2027 Feasibility Study for Pacific Avenue, 5th Street, and Alley improvements
Proposed increase of starting wage for Liquor Store Clerk from $12.00 to $14.00 per hour
Replacement of the furnace at the wastewater treatment plant
Proposed Minnesota Paid Leave City Policy

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✓ Decided: City Council approved $221,141.15 in claims and hired two part‑time liquor clerks

The council approved the consent agenda and a payment of $221,141.15 for outstanding claims. It also approved hiring Bethany Conlow and Brittney Stoddard as part‑time liquor clerks at $14.00 per hour, pending background checks. Several resolutions were adopted, including acceptance of donations for Red Rooster Day and a mural repair, a wine/strong‑beer license for the Cokato Dassel Lions, a lawful gambling exempt permit for a Lions Club raffle, and a title change from Museum Worker to Museum Associate.

Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
Approved payment of claims $221,141.15 (motion carried)
Approved hiring of Bethany Conlow and Brittney Stoddard as part‑time Liquor Clerks at $14.00/hr (pending background checks)
Approved Resolution 2026-012 accepting donation for Red Rooster Day – Joah's Ark petting zoo
Approved Resolution 2026-013 accepting donation for mural repair
Approved wine/strong‑beer license for Cokato Dassel Lions at Saints Field (April 1–Sept 30 2026, pending paperwork)
Approved Lawful Gambling LG220 exempt permit for Cokato Dassel Lions Club raffle on Oct 5 2026 at 460 3rd St E
Approved title change from Museum Worker to Museum Associate

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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council Feb 17, 2026, DAHS January Monthly Meeting Minutes, DAHS February Monthly Meeting Minutes Attachments: • City Council Meeting Minutes, Feb. 17, 2026 (20260217City_Council_Meeting_Min utes.pdf) • DAHS January 2026 Monthly Meeting (DAHS_January_2026_Monthly_Meeting.pdf) • 20260224 DAHS February Monthly Meeting (20260224_DAHS_February_Monthl y_Meeting.pdf) 2. Public Hearing(s)3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) 4. Additions or Omissions to Agenda5. Consent Agenda Payment of Claims $221,141.15a. Approve Resolution 2026-012 Accepting Donation to the City of Dassel - Red Rooster Day - Joah's Ark petting zoo Attachments: • 2026-012 Resolution Accepting Donation-Red Rooster Day Comm $2261 (2026-012_Resolution_Accepting_Donation-Red_Ro [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 17:30

Closed City Council Meeting

City Council to discuss purchase of property at 22300 725th Avenue

The Dassel City Council will hold a closed session to discuss a real property identified as 07‑0532000, located at 22300 725th Avenue. Council members will develop or consider offers and counteroffers for purchasing the property. No decision is recorded on the agenda.

Closed‑session discussion of offers and counteroffers for real property 07‑0532000 at 22300 725th Avenue

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✓ Decided: Council approved pursuit of property purchase at $2,000 per acre

The council voted to pursue the purchase of a portion of the property at 22300 725th Ave. for $2,000 per acre. The motion was carried. The council also approved an adjournment of the meeting.

Approved pursuit of purchase of portion of 22300 725th Ave. property at $2,000 per acre (motion carried)
Approved adjournment of the meeting (motion carried)

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Closed City Council Meeting Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:30 pm Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-275-2454) | Agenda published on 03/12/2026 at 5:15 PM Call to Order Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone a. 1. Business Item Closed Session Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Sections 13D.05, subdivision 3(c) to conduct a closed city council discussion concerning the following real property (the "Property"): To develop or consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase real property 07-0532000 22300 725th Avenue Dassel MN. a. 2. Adjourn3.

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Closed City Council Meeting Minutes Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:30 pm Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-275-2454) | Minutes published on 04/15/2026 at 2:12 PM Call to Order Minutes: Meeting called to order by Mayor Lalone at 5:30 pm. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone Minutes: Members present: Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone. Members absent: None Also, present City Attorney David Assaf, City Engineer Mitchell Lease and City Clerk/Treasurer Tracey Bergum. a. 1. Business Item Closed Session Minutes: Mayor Lalone announced the Council will be going into Closed session pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Sections 13D.05, subdivision 3(c)(3) to conduct a closed city council discussion concerning the following real property (the "Property"). That property has PID 07-532000 and the address 22300 725th Ave., Dassel, MN, to develop or consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase or sale of real or personal property. Meeting was closed at 5:32 p.m. The Closed session was re-opened at 5:56 p.m. Motion by Landrus, seconded by Suchy to pursue the purchase a portion of the property located at 22300 725th Ave. Dassel (PID 07-0532000) at $2000.00 per acre. Motion carried. a. 2. Adjourn Minutes: Motion by Gaertner, seconded by Landrus to adjourn at 5:57 pm. Motion carried. 3.

Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 19:00

Dassel Fire Advisory Board

Board will review the preliminary 2027 fire budget and contracts

The Dassel Fire Advisory Board will discuss the preliminary 2027 budget and associated fire contracts, noting that the budget does not include engineering/architectural costs for a new fire hall. They will also review 2026 year‑to‑date revenue and expenditure reports, approve the minutes from the January 28 joint meeting with the City Council, and conduct elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the February 2027 term. The board will need to reschedule the next meeting originally set for April 8, 2026.

Approve January 28, 2026 minutes of joint meeting with Dassel City Council
Review 2026 year‑to‑date revenue and expenditure reports
Discuss preliminary 2027 fire budget and contracts (no engineering/architectural cost listed for new fire hall)
Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for February 2027 term
Reschedule next meeting originally planned for April 8, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board approved the preliminary 2027 budget and contracts

The Dassel Fire Advisory Board unanimously approved the preliminary 2027 budget and associated contracts. The board also elected Josh Johnson as Chairperson and Jeff Atkinson as Interim Vice Chairperson. The agenda was approved and the special fire‑hall meeting was rescheduled to April 15, 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
Approved preliminary 2027 budget and contracts (unanimous)
Elected Josh Johnson as Chairperson (unanimous)
Elected Jeff Atkinson as Interim Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
Rescheduled special fire‑hall meeting to April 15, 2026 (unanimous)
Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (unanimous)

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Dassel Fire Advisory Board Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call - Collinwood Township, Darwin Township, Dassel Township, Ellsworth Township, Kingston Township, City of Darwin, City of Kingston, City of Dassel 2. Secretary's Report - Approve January 28, 2026 Minutes of Joint meeting with Dassel City Council Will be distributed at meeting 3. Approval of Agenda4. Open Forum5. Fire Chief's Report6. City Administrator's Report Review 2026 YTD Revenues & Expenditures Attachments: • 2026 YTD Revenue and Expenditure Reports (2026_YTD_Revenue_and_Ex penditure_Reports.pdf) a. Review & discuss preliminary 2027 budget and contracts There is no cost listed in the budget for Engineering/Architectural costs for a new fire hall. Attachments: • 2027 Proposed Fire Contract Costs and Budget (2027_Proposed_Fire_Co ntract_Costs_and_Budget.pdf) b. 7. Business Items Motion to election __________________ Chairperson and ___________________ Vice Chairperson to February 2027, Section 11. Board Members according to the Fire Advisory Board Bylaws Current Officers: Chairperson: Josh Johnson (City of Darwin) Vice Chairperson: Kari Amundson (Dassel Township) a. 8. Next meeting date - NEED TO RESCHEDULE the April 8, 2026, 7:00 p.m., Dassel Fire Hall 9. Adjourn10. Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-274-2454) | Agenda published on 02/20/2026 at 1:45 PM

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Dassel Fire Advisory Board Minutes Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call - Collinwood Township, Darwin Township, Dassel Township, Ellsworth Township, Kingston Township, City of Darwin, City of Kingston, City of Dassel Minutes: Members present: Jeff Atkinson-Darwin Township; Bob Christofferson-Kingston Township; Nic Holm & Lowell Luebeck-Dassel Township; Josh Johnson-City of Darwin, Marie Thurn - City of Dassel, Members absent: Collinwood Township, City of Kingston, Ellsworth Township Also present: Renee Eckerly, City Administrator; Dave Johnson, Fire Chief; Firefighters: Terry Heidecker and Jordan Oslund. 2. Secretary's Report - Approve January 28, 2026 Minutes of Joint meeting with Dassel City Council Will be distributed at meeting Minutes: No minutes were presented for approval. 3. Approval of Agenda Minutes: Motion by Atkinson, seconded by Holm to approve the agenda as presented. Motion passed unanimously. 4. Open Forum Minutes: No one present 5. Fire Chief's Report Minutes: Fire Chief Johnson reported an update on Dispatching of calls and that he has contacted Sheriff Cruze. Johnson believes that Dispatch is already dispatching differently which is reducing the number of calls. 6. City Administrator's Report Review 2026 YTD Revenues & Expenditures Minutes: a. 7. Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-274-2454) | Minutes published on 04/15/2026, adopted on 04/15/2026 Eckerly reviewed the 2026 YTD revenue and expenditure reports. Re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Dassel City Council to consider removing pet licensing requirement

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to remove pet licensing and review a library grant. The body is also deciding on personnel changes for the liquor store and fire department, as well as various city contracts and permits.

Ordinance 01-2026 to remove pet licensing requirement
Payment of claims totaling $640,937.31
MNDOT project SP 4705-49 change order payment of $150.00
Resolution 2026-011 to accept an $1,800 donation for the Fire Dept
Land Owner Permit for the Ridgerunners Snowmobile Club

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Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone b. 1. Approval of Minutes - City Council Jan. 20, 2026, DAHS Jan. 2026 Annual Board Meeting Minutes, DAHS November 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes Attachments: • 1-20-2026 DRAFT Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (1-20-2026_DRAFT_Reg ular_City_Council_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) • DAHS 2025 Annual Board Meeting Minutes (DAHS_2025_Annual_Board_Meetin g_Minutes.pdf) • DAHS November 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes (DAHS_November_2025_Monthl y_Meeting_Minutes.pdf) 2. Public Hearing(s)3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) Randy Hatcher, Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club - Regarding Land Owner Permit under 9 g. a. 4. Additions or Omissions to Agenda5. Consent Agenda Payment of Claims $640, 937.31a. Motion to accept the resignation of Jordan Siltala, Assistant Liquor Store Manager effec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 19:00

Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board & Dassel City Council

Dassel Fire Advisory Board and City Council to discuss fire hall financing

The joint body will review 2025 fire call reports and year-to-date financial data. Members will discuss financing for a new fire hall with Northland Securities and review preliminary 2027 budgets. The City Council will also consider approving the 2025 Pay Equity Compliance Report.

Financing discussion for a new fire hall with George Eilertson of Northland Securities
Distribution of 2026 Dassel Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department Contracts
Review of preliminary 2027 budget and contracts
City Council vote on the 2025 Pay Equity Compliance Report
Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson to January 2028

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✓ Decided: City approves 2025 Pay Equity report and schedules special fire hall meeting

The council unanimously approved the September 10, 2025 minutes and the agenda as presented. It also unanimously approved the 2025 Pay Equity Compliance Report and authorized its submission to the state. The election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson was postponed to February. A regular meeting for February 25 and a special meeting for April 8 to discuss a new fire hall were scheduled.

Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
Approved 2025 Pay Equity Compliance Report and authorized submission (unanimous)
Tabled election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson to January 2028 (postponed to February)
Set regular meeting for Feb 25, 2026 at Dassel Fire Hall
Scheduled special meeting for Apr 8, 2026 to discuss new fire hall

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Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board & Dassel City Council Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call - Collinwood Township, Darwin Township, Dassel Township, Ellsworth Township, Kingston Township, City of Darwin, City of Kingston, City of Dassel 2. Secretary's Report - Approve September 10, 2025, Minutes Approval of Minutes Attachments: • DRAFT September 10, 2025 Minutes (DRAFT_September_10_2025_Minutes.pdf) 3. Approval of Agenda4. Open Forum5. Fire Chief's Report Comments/Questions on Individual Entity Fire Call Reports Attachments: • City of Darwin Calls for 2025 (City_of_Darwin_Calls_for_2025.docx) • City of Dassel Calls for 2025 (City_of_Dassel_Calls_for_2025.docx) • City of Kingston Calls for 2025 (City_of_Kingston_Calls_for_2025.docx) • Collinwood Township Calls for 2025 (Collinwood_Township_Calls_for_202 5.docx) • Darwin Township Calls for 2025 (Darwin_Township_Calls_for_2025.docx) • Dassel Township Calls for 2025 (Dassel_Township_Calls_for_2025.docx) • Ellsworth Township Calls for 2025 (Ellsworth_Township_Calls_for_2025.do cx) • Kingston Township Calls for 2021 (Kingston_Township_Calls_for_2021.doc x) • Mutual Aid Calls for 2025 (Mutual_Aid_Calls_for_2025.docx) • Total Calls for 2025 (Total_Calls_for_2025.docx) a. 6. City Administrator's Report Review 2025 YTD Revenues & Expendituresa. 7. Contact: Renee Eckerly ([email protected] 320-274-2454) | Agenda published on 01/23/2026 at 12:43 PM Attachments: • Financial Reports - December 2025 (Finan [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Joint Dassel Fire Advisory Board & Dassel City Council Minutes Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00 pm Call to Order1. Roll Call - Collinwood Township, Darwin Township, Dassel Township, Ellsworth Township, Kingston Township, City of Darwin, City of Kingston, City of Dassel Minutes: Members present: Jim Nielsen-City of Kingston; Jeff Atkinson-Darwin Township; Bob Christofferson-Kingston Township; Nic Holm & Lowell Luebeck-Dassel Township; Alan Skjefte & David Jutz-Ellsworth Township; Brian Zeglen-Collinwood Township; Josh Johnson-City of Darwin, Bob Lalone, Dan Landrus, Deb Suchy-City of Dassel, Members absent: Marie Thurn & Amy Gaertner- City of Dassel Also present: Renee Eckerly, City Administrator; Tracey Bergum, City Clerk; Dave Johnson, Fire Chief; Firefighters: Eric Dickey, Kevin Carlen, Terry Heidecker and Jordan Oslund. 2. Secretary's Report - Approve September 10, 2025, Minutes Approval of Minutes Minutes: Motion by Jutz, seconded by Christofferson to approve the September 10, 2025, minutes. Motion passed unanimously. 3. Approval of Agenda Minutes: Motion by Jutz, seconded by Christofferson to approve the agenda as presented. Motion passed unanimously. 4. Open Forum Minutes: No one spoke. 5. Fire Chief's Report Comments/Questions on Individual Entity Fire Call Reports Minutes: Chief Johnson reviewed the number of total calls being 392 in 2024 and 425 in 2025. He explained the difference between emergency and non-emergency calls. He is discussing at the County Fire Chie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 18:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Dassel City Council to review $40,000 railroad crossing repair and 2026 budgets

The City Council will consider several 2026 administrative appointments, annual stipends for public works employees, and the final budgets for water, sewer, and liquor store enterprises. The body will also discuss a proposal from BNSF Railroad for surface replacement at the 3rd St S crossing.

Payment of claims totaling $696,458.37
Proposed $40,000 cost for BNSF Railroad surface replacement at 3rd St S Crossing
Engagement letter for 2025 audit with Oberloh & Oberloh, Ltd. for $10,850.00
Acceptance of a $5,000 anonymous donation for the Fire Department
Approval of a new liquor license for Thirsty's Bar & Grill (GTown LLC)

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✓ Decided: Council approved 2026 budgets and key projects, including solar waiver and liquor license

The council approved the final 2026 budgets for water, sewer and liquor store enterprises. It also approved a solar setback waiver, rescinded a prior liquor license action and approved a new license for Thirsty's Bar & Grill, and adopted several resolutions and payments. Additional actions included adding the BNSF railroad crossing to the 2027 plan, appointing a Data Practices Compliance Official, and scheduling a joint City Council and Fire Advisory Board meeting on Jan. 28, 2026.

Approved final budgets for water, sewer & liquor store enterprises (motion carried)
Approved Solar Setback Waiver for Ice House Solar 2 LLC (motion carried)
Rescinded prior liquor license action and approved new license for Thirsty's Bar & Grill (motion carried)
Approved $3,875.37 payment to Levanen Underground LLC (motion carried)
Approved $10,850 audit engagement letter with Oberloh & Oberloh (motion carried)
Added BNSF Railroad 3rd St crossing project to 2027 plan (motion carried)
Approved appointment of Data Practices Compliance Official (motion carried)
Scheduled special joint City Council and Fire Advisory Board meeting for Jan. 28, 2026 (motion carried)

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Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone b. 1. Approval of Minutes for City Council meeting December 15, 2025. Attachments: • City Council Minutes December 15, 2025 (12-15-2025_City_Council_Minutes.pdf) 2. Public Hearing3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) 4. Additions or Omissions to Agenda5. Consent Agenda Payment of Claims $696,458.37a. Motion to approve final payment request to Levanen Underground LLC in the amount of $3,875.37. Attachments: • 2026-01-07 Final Pay Est 2024 Parking Lot Improvement - Levanen Unde rground (2026-01-07_Final_Pay_Est_2024_Parking_Lot_Improvement_-_Lev anen_Underground.pdf) b. Motion to approve Resolution 2026-001 accepting a donation to the City of Dassel from an Anonymous donor in the amount of $5,000 for the Fire Department. Attachments: • 2026-001 Resolution Accepting Do [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Call to Order Minutes: Meeting called to order by Mayor Lalone at 6:00 pm. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Mayor Lalone a. Roll Call Council members Gaertner, Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone Minutes: Members present Landrus, Suchy, Thurn & Mayor Lalone. Member absent Gaertner. b. 1. Approval of Minutes for City Council meeting December 15, 2025. Minutes: Motion by Suchy, seconded by Landrus to approve the minutes for City Council meeting December 15, 2025. Motion carried. 2. Public Hearing3. Open Forum (The City Council invites residents to share new ideas or concerns related to city business; however, individual questions and remarks are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No City Council action will be taken, although the Council may refer issues to staff for follow up or consideration at a future meeting. The Mayor may use discretion if speakers are repeating views already expressed or ask for a spokesperson for groups of individuals with similar views. Speakers should state their name and home address at the podium before speaking.) Minutes: Dave Johnson, 130 Linart Ave. W. questioned the Public Works Department cleaning the bike trail outside city limits. Johnson stated he doesn't see that there's enough people out there on the trail that far out through the winter. Council agreed to follow up with Kyle Moy, Public Works Director and suggest cleaning should stop at city limits. 4. Additions [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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