Duluth public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings regarding proposed capital improvement bonds and a TIF district spending plan. The agenda also includes resolutions for various service contracts, municipal budgets, and labor agreements.

• Public hearing on General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds
• Approval of the 2023 Duluth Transit Authority operating budget
• Agreement with Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority for $440,000 in operating assistance
• Engineering services contract for West Superior Street reconstruction for $2,411,000.00
• Approval of the 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 101

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will review several resolutions regarding property transfers and economic development funds. This includes authorizing a property transfer to One Roof Community Housing and accepting $500,000 from the City of Duluth. The board will also consider spending plans for multiple tax increment financing districts.

• Property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing for affordable housing development
• Acceptance of $500,000 from the City of Duluth for economic development efforts
• Approval of a spending plan for TIF districts 16, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29
• Pre-development agreement with Inland Development for Lot D
• Finding a parcel occupied by substandard buildings meets redevelopment TIF requirements

Planning Commission.

The commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to the Unified Development Code regarding use and dimensional standards. The agenda also includes reviews for seasonal camp permits, student center additions, and hospital building expansions.

• UDC Text Amendment regarding use and dimensional standards
• Special Use Permit for seasonal camp at 9439 Congdon Boulevard
• Planning reviews for St. Luke’s Hospital and St. Scholastica
• Vacation Dwelling Unit permits on London Road and 1st Street
• Minor subdivisions at 418 N 8th Avenue W and Chinook Drive

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda contains only procedural information for the December 7, 2022, meeting of the Duluth Commission on Disabilities. No specific discussion items or topics are listed in the document.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 tax levy and budget. The meeting also includes resolutions for broadband funding, equipment purchases, and contract amendments.

• Public hearing for the 2023 Proposed Tax Levy and Budget
• Creation of a $1,000,000 broadband internet enterprise fund using ARPA funds
• Purchase of two 2024 plow trucks for $255,266.44
• Three-year agreement with Indigo Sports to manage municipal golf courses up to $350,076
• Agreement with Duluth Housing and Redevelopment Authority for the Tenant Landlord Connection Program

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will discuss proposals for the 2023 parking fund budget and new parking rates. The agenda also includes requests for accessible parking zones, loading zones, and parking prohibitions on specific streets.

• Proposal for a one-stall loading zone on 3rd Avenue West near 1st Street
• Conversion of a metered stall to a ten-minute drop-off zone at 24 West 1st Street
• Proposed parking prohibition at Palmer House lot and portions of 1st Street and 1st Avenue West
• 2023 Parking Fund Budget Proposal
• 2023 Parking Rates Proposal

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an urban redevelopment agreement with MERGE, LLC. The agenda also includes resolutions for civil service classification changes and utility-related purchases. Additionally, several ordinances are scheduled for their second reading.

• Public hearing on Urban Redevelopment Agreement with MERGE, LLC
• First amendment to development agreement for Urbane Duluth multi-family project
• Purchase of brass water service fittings up to $162,548.14
• Sole source purchase of a rapid mixer for $60,424.00
• Ordinance authorizing property conveyance in Oneota neighborhood to Duluth Seaway Port Authority

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided document contains only procedural header information. It does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

This meeting consists of procedural items. The commission will approve October 18, 2022, meeting minutes and review the 2023 DPUC meeting schedule.

• Approval of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of 2023 DPUC meeting schedule

City Council

The Duluth City Council will review several resolutions, including a $1.5 million agreement with the Duluth 1200 Fund for childcare and downtown recovery. The agenda also includes various liquor license approvals, contract amendments for public works, and grant applications for park improvements.

• $1,500,000 funding agreement with Duluth 1200 Fund, Inc. for childcare and business creation
• $979,433.63 in St. Louis County funds for employment and training services
• $25,000 settlement in the matter of Donald Peterson vs Officer Todd Shermer
• Contract amendment with Hanco Utilities, Inc. to increase project cost by $145,375.00
• Transfer of off-sale liquor license for 2530 London Road

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission will review several land use permits and variances. This includes a planning review for a bank on Arrowhead Road West of Rice Lake Road. The agenda also contains multiple interim use permit requests and concurrent use permits for Essentia Health.

• Planning review for a bank on Arrowhead Road West of Rice Lake Road
• Interim use permits for 1915 W Superior Street, Units 1-8
• Concurrent use permits at 502 E 2nd Street for Essentia Health
• Variance to shoreland setback at 616 W Wabasha St
• Interim use permit for a parking lot at 830 E 1st Street

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting on November 9, 2022, had no quorum present. No specific items were listed for discussion or decision.

• No items listed due to lack of quorum

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will review the 2023 parking fund budget and a package of proposed parking rates. The agenda also includes requests for accessible parking zones and changes to meter usage.

• Request for an on-street accessible parking zone
• Proposal to convert a meter stall at 402 West 1st Street to a drop-off zone
• 2023 Parking Fund Budget Proposal
• 2023 Parking Rates Package Proposal
• Proposal to add Saturday and Sunday to parking fees enforcement

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. There are no specific discussion topics or decisions documented in this text.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider several resolutions regarding 2023 budgets and development agreements. This includes a funding increase for the Urbane Duluth project and funding for a fiber pilot project. The board will also review property transactions and tax forfeited land.

• $700,000 increase in support for Merge LLC's Urbane Duluth project
• Approval of 2023 DEDA budgets for MRO, Operating, and TIF funds
• Up to $75,000 in funding for the Lincoln Park Fiber Pilot Project
• Finding a parcel on East 4th Street for a redevelopment TIF district
• Purchase of tax forfeited real property from the State of Minnesota

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The October 26, 2022, agenda for the Duluth Citizen Review Board includes a meeting regarding drone policy. The provided text contains limited details beyond this topic.

• Drone policy meeting

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several grants and city contracts during this meeting. The agenda includes items regarding public safety funding, infrastructure projects, and various committee appointments.

• $2,860,000 contract for City Hall mechanical, electrical, and plumbing renewal
• $750,000 DOJ grant for technology and equipment
• $409,863 professional services agreement with Duluth Joint Powers Enterprise Trust
• $208,384 grant from the Center for Workforce Inclusion for older adult services
• Engineering services contract with Houston Engineering, Inc. up to $48,600

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will consider resolutions to approve the 2023 utility budget and establish fees for various utility-related services. The agenda also includes a review of revised ERU values and an update on lead services replacement.

• Resolution 22PUC-003 approving and recommending 2023 utility budget
• Resolution 22PUC-004 establishing fees for various utility-related services
• Review of revised ERU value
• Lead services replacement update

Planning Commission.

The commission will conduct a planning review for a hotel on Sundby Road north of Maple Grove Road. The agenda also includes several requests for vacation dwelling unit permits and a minor subdivision.

• Hotel planning review on Sundby Road north of Maple Grove Road
• Interim Use Permit for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 325 Lake Ave S #1313
• Minor Subdivision at 405 Elk St
• Interim Use Permit Renewal for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 1035 Berwick Court
• Interim Use Permit Renewal for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 241 W Arrowhead Rd

City Council

The Duluth City Council will review a $4 million development agreement for The Residence and a new tax increment financing plan. The agenda also includes several bond issuances and infrastructure agreements with St. Louis County.

• $4,000,000 development agreement with The Merge, LLC for The Residence
• $1,700,000 issuance of capital improvement bonds
• $3,385,000 issuance of capital equipment notes
• $91,000 contract for federal legislative program services
• $114,400 grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will review a request for an on-street ADA accessible parking zone identified as PKC139. The agenda also includes updates regarding off-street and on-street parking.

• On-street ADA accessible parking zone request PKC139
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and meeting header information for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities. No topics, discussions, or decisions are documented in this portion of the agenda.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is reviewing multiple agreements for property conveyance and utility easements. The meeting includes a discussion on the preliminary 2023 DEDA budget. Members will also review the Business Boost Marketing Assistance Program guidelines.

• $185,000 property conveyance in Woodland neighborhood to Big Hill, LLC
• Land conveyance in Lincoln Park to Clyde Industrial Park, Inc. for $1.00
• $200,000 allocation for the Business Boost Marketing Assistance Program
• Utility easement conveyances near Wheeler Athletic Complex and at 3rd & 10th
• Amendment to agreement with Merge LLC regarding American Rescue Plan development

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided agenda for the Duluth Citizen Review Board contains only procedural header information. No specific items, discussions, or decisions are listed in this document.

City Council

The council will review resolutions regarding 2023 taxation for general purposes and the Duluth Transit Authority. The meeting also includes discussions on federal housing fund amendments and various infrastructure engineering contracts.

• Amendment of the 2021 Annual Action Plan to include $1,986,658 in new HOME-ARP funds
• Purchase of five 2023 Chevy Express vans from North Country GM for $165,219.15
• Engineering services contract for First Avenue East reconstruction up to $719,030
• Confirmation of Michael Ceynowa as Police Chief for the years 2022-2025
• Approval of a $121,000 grant for the Irving Park Biofilter Basin project

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will discuss a resolution recommending the 2023 utility budget for approval. The agenda also includes a review of revised ERU values and an update on lead services replacement.

• Resolution 22PUC-003 approving and recommending the 2023 utility budget
• Review of revised ERU value
• Lead services replacement update
• Approval of August 16, 2022 meeting minutes

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided text for the September 14, 2022, Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting contains only procedural information. No specific topics or decisions are listed in the document.

Planning Commission.

The commission will consider permits for a vacation dwelling unit at 130 Charlotte Place and sewer use on Sundby Road. Public hearings are scheduled for a hotel review on Sundby Road and land rearrangement in Western Woods.

• Final Plat for Force 1 Commercial Development on Arrowhead Road
• MU-C Planning Review for Hotel on Sundby Road
• Interim Use Permit for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 130 Charlotte Place
• Preliminary Plat for Rearrangement of Part of Western Woods
• Variance to Driveway Location Requirement at 925 E 4th Street

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding the 2023 tax levy and various city contracts. Items include funding for school resource officers, street maintenance, and lead service replacement engineering services. The council will also review ordinances related to residential zoning and building design standards.

• $296,390 agreement for four School Resource Officers in public schools
• $194,600 contract increase for Northland Constructors street maintenance
• $710,266 contract with Rachel Contracting for Brighton Beach Lakeshore Stabilization
• $765,725 contract with Parsons Electric for City Hall grounds improvements
• Resolutions regarding the demolition of 102-108 East Superior Street

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission is reviewing proposals for year-round parking fees in Canal Park and the reconfiguration of parking on Raleigh Street. The meeting also includes updates on city-owned ramp sales and on-street or off-street parking.

• Proposal to implement year-round parking fees in Canal Park
• Request for on-street ADA accessible signage
• Proposal to reconfigure parking on a portion of Raleigh Street
• Update on RFP related to city-owned ramp sales
• Proposal to change location from 25th Avenue West to 27th Avenue West

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will review resolutions regarding a purchase agreement and business subsidy for Cirrus Aircraft's MRO Building. The agenda also includes a $200,000 allocation for the Business Boost Marketing Assistance Program and a development agreement with Independent School District No. 709.

• Purchase agreement and business subsidy for Cirrus Aircraft (MRO Building)
• $200,000 allocation to establish the Business Boost Marketing Assistance Program
• Development agreement with Independent School District No. 709 for Central Overlook
• Issuance of taxable conduit revenue bonds for ST Paper 1, LLC
• Amendment to property description for Lester Park/Lester River Golf Course Subdivision

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances at its August 22 meeting. Proposed items include infrastructure contracts, development agreements, and updates to city design standards. The council will also review new regulations for outdoor living sites and bicycle speeds on the Lakewalk.

• Contract for Lincoln Park site improvements up to $2,695,841.00
• Racial bias audit agreement not to exceed $273,465.00
• Citywide sewer lining contract award to Veit & Co., Inc. for $1,519,442.50
• Development agreement for Fairmount Cottage Home Village up to $1,150,000
• Ordinance setting a 10 mph speed limit for bicycles on the Lakewalk and Baywalk

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a 3.5% sanitary sewer variable rate increase over two years. The agenda also includes a resolution to establish new wastewater facility customer and user charges effective after January 1, 2023. Staff updates are scheduled for the 2023 proposed utilities budget and lead services replacement.

• Public hearing for a two-year 3.5% sanitary sewer variable rate increase
• Resolution 22PUC-002 establishing wastewater facility customer and user charges
• Presentation of the 2023 proposed utilities budget
• Lead services replacement update
• ERU recalculation update

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several resolutions and ordinances regarding city infrastructure, appointments, and licensing. Key items include contracts for water service replacement and shoreline restoration, as well as a proposal for a parks fund levy referendum.

• Contract for phase 2 of citywide lead water service replacement ($1,269,814.72)
• Contract for Lakewalk shoreline restoration ($1,008,348.02)
• Agreement for a racial bias audit ($273,465)
• Proposal to submit a parks fund levy referendum to voters on November 8, 2022
• Purchase of an enclosed service van ($179,494)

Duluth Public Arts Commission.

The Duluth Public Arts Commission meeting scheduled for August 15, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific discussion topics or decisions.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including street vacations and zoning amendments. Public hearings are scheduled for property variances at 3401 Grand Avenue. The commission will also hold an election of officers.

• UDC Map Amendment for R-P District at 1225 Harbor Highlands Drive
• Vacation of Sunrise Parkway and portions of Daybreak Overlook
• Variance to parking maximum at 3815 Prosperity Rd
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units on W Skyline Parkway and N 58th Avenue W
• Planning review for parking lot expansion at 916 E 3rd Street

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission will consider several proposals for new ten-minute drop-off zones and parking prohibitions. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the possible sale of city-owned parking facilities and parking concerns at 42nd Avenue East and Quebec Avenue.

• Proposal for a ten-minute drop-off zone on the 200 block of East Superior Street
• Proposal to prohibit parking at the terminus of 11th Street west of 25th Avenue West
• Discussion regarding possible sale of city-owned parking facilities
• Request for on-street ADA accessible parking zones
• Proposal for a ten-minute drop-off zone at 2132 West 3rd Street

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda contains only procedural information. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in this document.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is reviewing several resolutions regarding property transfers and contract amendments. Proposed actions include a property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing and a land sale agreement with Merge, LLC. The agenda also includes updates to professional services agreements and existing development projects.

• Property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing for affordable housing
• $20,000 professional services agreement with Northland Small Business Development Services
• Land sale agreement with Merge, LLC
• Acquisition of real property in the Fairmount neighborhood
• Contract increase for Entrypoint LLC to a new total not to exceed $76,000

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission is reviewing a proposed sanitary sewer rate increase. The meeting also includes an update regarding lead services replacement.

• Sanitary sewer rate review (amended to 3.5% increase)
• Lead services replacement update

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding infrastructure and broadband development. Key discussions include a large bond agreement for the Regional Exchange District and funding for fiber pilot projects. The council will also consider contracts for City Hall renovations and public safety equipment.

• $97,720,000.00 bond agreement for the Duluth Regional Exchange District Project
• Interfund transfer up to $5,000,000 for the Duluth Open Access Fiber Pilot Project
• $150,000 funding agreement for outdoor living zones and warming centers
• Purchase of 4,100 tons of road salt for $253,485
• Collective bargaining agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 503

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several subdivision and plat applications, including a 12-acre project on Arrowhead Road. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding UDC text amendments for outdoor living sites, building design, and landscaping. Additionally, the meeting includes an interim use permit review for a vacation dwelling unit.

• UDC text amendments for outdoor living sites and building design
• Final plat for 14 acres at Palm Street and Blackman Avenue
• Preliminary plat for 12 acres on Arrowhead Road
• Minor subdivision at Cody St and Petre St
• Interim use permit for a vacation dwelling unit at 2835 Minnesota Avenue

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding local grants and infrastructure projects. Key items include funding for the Brae View senior housing development and a broadband grant application. The meeting also includes reviews of computer purchases and utility improvements.

• $3,857,143 in ARPA funds for Brae View Senior Housing construction
• $3,000,000 Minnesota Investment Fund grant with MN DEED
• $200,005.96 purchase of replacement computers from Insight Public Sector
• $4.8 million broadband development grant application to the State DEED office
• Stormwater resiliency planning contract not to exceed $100,000

City Council

The Duluth City Council is holding a special meeting to address a personnel matter. The agenda includes a resolution to appoint an individual to the vacant Fourth District Council seat.

• Resolution appointing an individual to fill the vacancy of the Fourth District Council seat

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission is reviewing proposals for new drop-off zones on East Superior Street and a parking prohibition on 11th Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the potential sale of city-owned parking facilities.

• Request for an ADA accessible parking zone (PKC126)
• Proposed ten-minute drop-off zones on East Superior Street (PKC127, PKC131)
• Proposal to prohibit parking at 11th Street west of 25th Avenue West (PKC128)
• Discussion regarding possible sale of city-owned parking facilities (PKC129)
• Parking concerns at 42nd Avenue East and Quebec Avenue (PKC130)

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information for a special meeting. No specific items or topics are listed for discussion or decision.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific discussion or decision items. No topics are included in the text.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider several resolutions regarding property acquisitions and development agreements. Items include a $1,600,000 fund for people experiencing homelessness and a redevelopment grant for the Historic Armory project. The board will also review agreements related to student housing and the new Central High School property.

• $672,918 redevelopment grant for the Historic Armory project
• $1,600,000 from the City of Duluth for homelessness housing assistance
• Acquisition of real property in the Fairmont neighborhood
• Fourth amendment to LSC Flats, LLC student housing agreement
• Development agreement with ISD No. 709 regarding Central High School property

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will discuss sanitary sewer rate reviews and provide an update on the water fund status. The agenda also includes a refresher on stormwater rate calculations.

• Sanitary sewer rate review
• Water fund status update including 4.7% rate impact review
• Stormwater rate calculation refresher
• Approval of March 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission is considering several interim use permits for vacation dwelling units. The meeting also includes requests for special use permits for a preschool and daycare, as well as street easement vacations. Additionally, the commission will address a citizen petition regarding the Lester Park Golf Course development.

• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at 940 S Lake Avenue and 2226 W 6th Street
• Special Use Permits for a preschool at 1108 E 8th St and daycare at 2344 Nanticoke Street
• Variance to maximum building height for dwellings on London Road
• Variance to parking requirements for Planet Fitness at 1320 Mountain Shadow Drive
• Citizen petition for an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Lester Park Golf Course development

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several items including liquor license approvals and personnel appointments. The agenda includes a development agreement for demolition and construction at 319 North 28th Avenue West. The council will also consider various infrastructure and engineering contracts.

• Development agreement for demolition and development at 319 North 28th Avenue West
• Contract amendment with LHB, Inc. to increase Twin Ponds Bridge project funding by $37,740.50
• Agreement with Alliance for Architectural Design Services for Spirit Mountain Upper Chalet up to $157,690
• Liquor license approval for Margaritas, LLC at 4602 Grand Avenue
• Engineering services agreement with TKDA for Waabizheshikana trail segments up to $75,800

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will review a revised job description for the Signal Technician position, which includes a title change to Traffic Operations Electrician. The board will also approve minutes from May 2022 meetings.

• Review of Signal Technician job description and title change to Traffic Operations Electrician
• Approval of May 3, 2022, and May 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Non-public review of new eligible lists

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will consider proposals for parking changes on Hartley Place and North 19th Avenue West. The meeting also includes updates regarding off-street and on-street parking.

• Request for an ADA accessible parking zone (PKC124)
• Proposal to prohibit parking on a portion of Hartley Place (PKC123)
• Proposal for a 15' parking setback from an alley on North 19th Avenue West (PKC125)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Commission on Disabilities.

The scheduled meeting for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities did not take place. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

• No items were discussed because the meeting was cancelled.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The Board will review the Demographic Disparity Analysis Report prepared by Police Strategies LLC. This includes examining the Lean Report and related press releases regarding the Duluth Police Department.

• Demographic Disparity Analysis Report by Police Strategies LLC
• Review of LEAN Press Release
• Review of Lean Report

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure and city services. This includes reviewing utility reconstruction contracts, liquor licenses, and civil service classifications.

• Transfer of up to $1,164,240 to the Duluth Economic Development Authority for affordable housing projects
• $2,489,700 contract for Michigan Street utility reconstruction
• $60,000 agreement with J & M Displays Inc. for a July 4 fireworks display
• Liquor license approvals, including one for Up North Taps, LLC at 7 West Superior Street
• Acceptance of a $100,000 grant for the Lake Superior Drug Corridor Initiative

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will conduct a sanitary sewer rate review and provide a water fund status update. The meeting also includes discussions regarding updates to the stormwater ordinance.

• Sanitary sewer rate review
• Water fund status update including a 4.7% rate impact review
• Updates to the stormwater ordinance
• Stormwater rate calculation refresher
• Approval of March 15, 2022, meeting minutes

Duluth Public Arts Commission.

The scheduled meeting of the Duluth Public Arts Commission for May 16, 2022, was canceled.

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting scheduled for May 11, 2022, was not held because a quorum was not reached. No items were discussed or decided.

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board held a special meeting to review new and revised job descriptions. The agenda included the review of a new position for a Library Safety Specialist.

• Review of new Library Safety Specialist job description

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including street vacations and subdivision plats. Public hearings are scheduled for auto service permits, parking variances, and a fitness center review.

• Map amendment and 14-acre Kara-Mia Addition near Palm Street and Blackman Avenue
• Special Use Permit for auto service at 4032 Grand Avenue
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units on Minnesota Avenue and London Road
• Fitness center planning review at 1320 Mountain Shadow Drive
• Parking variance at Central Entrance and Anderson Road

City Council

The council will review several resolutions to provide funding for various affordable housing developments using ARPA and tax increment finance funds. The agenda also includes approving large-scale street reconstruction contracts and a police task force agreement.

• Funding of up to $4,500,000 for Brae View Senior Housing
• Contract award of $3,119,500.00 for East First Street and alley reconstruction
• Contract award of $3,094,427.77 for the 2022 Street Preservation Project
• Agreement between Duluth Police Department and the DEA
• Appointment of Ian B. Johnson as City Clerk

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission will receive updates regarding off-street and on-street parking. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and a period for public comments.

• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate information. No topics or decisions are recorded in the text.

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will review the new job description for a Digital Evidence Specialist. The meeting also includes updates on audit statuses and a non-public review of eligible lists.

• Review of new Digital Evidence Specialist job description
• Status update on all new, pending, and complete audits
• Non-public review of eligible lists

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider resolutions for land sales to Jessica Benson and James and Deborah Fry. The board will also review a contract amendment for Entrypoint LLC and an access agreement with Cirrus Design Corp. Additionally, the authority will discuss its intent to issue revenue bonds.

• Land sale to Jessica Benson (22D-21)
• Land sale to James A. Fry and Deborah L. Fry (22D-22)
• $40,000 contract increase for Entrypoint LLC (22D-23)
• Access agreement with Cirrus Design Corp. (22D-24)
• Intent to issue revenue bonds (22D-25)

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The scheduled meeting for the Duluth Citizen Review Board on April 26, 2022, did not take place. The agenda states the meeting was not held due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The Duluth City Council is considering several large-scale infrastructure and economic development items. This includes reviewing grant contracts and road reconstruction projects. The council will also discuss civil service classification changes and a redevelopment agreement for the former Central High School.

• $3,000,000 Minnesota Investment Fund grant with MN DEED
• $2,722,950 contract to Ulland Brothers, Inc. for 21st Avenue East reconstruction
• Redevelopment agreement for the former Central High School with ISD 709
• $78,640 security equipment purchase for the Customs and Border Patrol Cruise Facility
• Liquor license approvals for Golden Bulldog, Inc., Warrior Brewing Company, LLC, and Blacklist Beer, LLC

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding the issuance and sale of Health Care Facilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2022B. This item involves the St. Luke’s Hospital of Duluth Obligated Group.

• Resolution approving the issuance and sale of Health Care Facilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2022B

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and a note regarding a time change to 5:30 PM. No specific discussion topics or decisions are documented in this text.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including special use permits for a hotel at 703-723 S Lake Avenue and a restaurant at 1303 W Arrowhead Road. The agenda also includes requests for vacation dwelling units and a cottage home park.

• Special Use Permit for a hotel at 703-723 S Lake Avenue
• Special Use Permit for a restaurant at 1303 W Arrowhead Road
• Special Use Permit for a cottage home park at Redruth Street and S 71st Avenue W
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at multiple locations
• Planning Review for the Higher Education Overlay District

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including a new police labor agreement and various infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes first and second readings of ordinances regarding animal licensing and property use permits.

• $7,165,688 budget for Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority
• Collective bargaining agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services 363
• $324,948 purchase of breathing apparatus from Clarey’s Safety Equipment
• $222,588.90 contract for citywide patch and sidewalk project
• Ordinance regarding animal licensing and rescue group regulations

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities consists only of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussions, decisions, or motions are documented in this text.

Civil Service Board.

The Duluth Civil Service Board will review several new and revised job descriptions for various city roles. The agenda also includes updates on audits, eligible lists, and a notice regarding the return to in-person meetings.

• Review of new and revised job descriptions including Master Electrician - Property & Facilities and Police Project Coordinator
• Notice regarding the return to in-person meetings

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several grants for infrastructure and public works projects. The meeting also includes discussions on property insurance contracts and new ordinances regarding land use and animal licensing.

• $4,938,067 grant acceptance for DECC seawall reconstruction
• $162,286 purchase of seven traffic signal poles from PEC Solutions
• $200,000 grant application for stream bank stabilization in local parks
• Ordinance regarding new land uses including car washes and vehicle impound lots
• $60,000 agreement with Community Action Duluth for the Love Your Block program

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will review resolutions regarding the Zenith Historic Old Central High School project. The agenda also includes a contract amendment with The Jamar Company and property insurance coverage.

• Amended development agreement for the Zenith Historic Old Central High School project
• Assignment of TIF note involving Saturday Zenith, LLC and Colliers Mortgage LLC
• Contract amendment with The Jamar Company increasing amount by $68,400.75
• Agreement to insure DEDA property for up to $24,481.90

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided meeting agenda for the Duluth Citizen Review Board contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, proposals, or decisions are documented in this text.

Duluth Public Arts Commission.

The commission will review the February 28, 2022 meeting minutes and discuss updates to the bylaws. The agenda also includes staff updates and reports from the Conservation and Superior Street Art Walk subcommittees.

• Bylaws update discussion
• Conservation Subcommittee report
• Superior Street Art Walk Subcommittee report
• Approval of February 28, 2022 meeting minutes

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will conduct a review of the 2021 year-end results and approve minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting. Staff updates and upcoming council actions are also scheduled for discussion.

• 2021 Year-end review
• Approval of February 15, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several items including infrastructure contracts and grant applications. The agenda includes decisions on utility projects, park improvements, and updates to election precincts.

• $1,128,885 contract for 2022 Gas Blanket Project construction
• Grant applications up to $300,000 for Cross City Trail and a skate park
• $49,844 for Duluth Fiber Optic Expansion Phase II engineering services
• Ordinance regarding the Airport Overlay Zone District
• Establishment of new city election precincts

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding the Cirrus Business Subsidy and a grant application. The meeting also includes resolutions for development and tax abatement related to Cirrus Design Corp.

• Public hearing for Cirrus Business Subsidy (22-021)
• Public hearing for Cirrus MN Investment Fund Grant Application (22-022)
• Resolution for development and job creation with Cirrus Design Corp (22-0151R)
• Tax abatement for redevelopment of 4600 Stebner Road (22-0154R)

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific items for discussion or decision. No substantive topics were included in the text.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed text amendments for the MU-I, R-P, and MU-P districts. The agenda also includes public hearings for a car wash at 604 W Central Entrance and a parking ramp amendment at 502 E 2nd Street. Additionally, several interim use permits for vacation dwelling units are up for consideration.

• UDC Text Amendments for MU-I, R-P, and MU-P Districts
• Special Use Permit for a car wash at 604 W Central Entrance
• Planning review amendment for a parking ramp at 502 E 2nd Street
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at various locations
• Vacation of Utility Easement on Hawthorne Road North of E 4th Street

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission will discuss a proposal for a ten-minute drop-off zone at 222 East Superior Street and a proposal to continue prohibiting parking on 21st Avenue East. The meeting also includes updates regarding off-street and on-street parking.

• Proposal for a ten-minute drop-off zone at 222 East Superior Street
• Proposal to continue prohibiting parking on 21st Avenue East
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will review several new and revised job descriptions for various city roles. This includes updates to trades such as plumbing and electrical work, along with new positions in police analysis and recreation.

• Review of revised job descriptions for Electrician, Plumber, and Carpenter
• New job description for Seasonal Recreation Lead Instructor
• New job description for Traffic Operations Coordinator
• Revised job description for Construction Inspector
• New and revised job descriptions for Police Crime & Intelligence Analysts

City Council

The Duluth City Council is considering a collective bargaining agreement for the Duluth Police Union. The meeting also includes resolutions for equipment purchases, including street sweepers and police vehicles. Additionally, the council will review grant applications for river corridor development and tree removal.

• 2021-2023 Duluth Police Union collective bargaining agreement
• $100,000 grant funding agreement with Duluth Airport Authority
• Purchase of six 2022 Ford Interceptors for $225,518.28
• $2,000,000 grant application for St. Louis River Corridor development
• Ordinance regarding new land uses including car washes and vehicle impound lots

Duluth Public Arts Commission.

The Duluth Public Arts Commission will consider applications for the Duluth International Airport Rotation Exhibition. The meeting also includes discussions on RFP Inclusions and a Deaccession Policy ad hoc committee. Subcommittee reports regarding conservation and street art will be presented.

• Duluth International Airport Rotation Exhibition Applications
• Discussion of Deaccession Policy ad hoc committee
• Review of RFP Inclusions
• Conservation Subcommittee report
• Superior Street Art Walk Subcommittee report

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider several resolutions regarding land sales and property acquisitions. The meeting also includes discussions on tax abatement reimbursements and the approval of a new production incentive program.

• Land sale to Jessica Benson
• Land sale agreement with Office Hughes Olsen LLC for Rebuild Duluth Program
• Acquisition of tax forfeited real property from the State of Minnesota
• Tax abatement reimbursement to Cirrus Design Corp. up to $60,000
• Approval of the Duluth Production Incentive Program and agreement with Upper Midwest Film Office

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The Duluth Citizen Review Board meeting agenda is limited to a review of Complaint Audit Recommendations. The provided document does not contain further details regarding the content or specific actions related to these recommendations.

• Complaint Audit Recommendations

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board held a special meeting to address appeals. The agenda focused on an appeal regarding the Water Conveyance Leadworker position.

• Water Conveyance Leadworker appeal

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider resolutions for approval regarding two agreements. One involves amending a professional services agreement with Engineering Systems Inc. to increase the total amount not to exceed $183,000. The other concerns a lease option agreement with Cirrus Design Corp. pertaining to the MRO.

• Amendment to professional services agreement with Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) for an additional $155,000
• Lease option agreement with Cirrus Design Corp. regarding the MRO

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed change to the WLSSD adjustment calculation. The agenda includes a resolution regarding automatic changes to sanitary sewer rates effective March 1, 2022. Additionally, the meeting covers new home energy conservation guidelines and MN Power rate increase discussions.

• Public hearing on proposed WLSSD adjustment calculation change
• Resolution 22PUC-001 regarding automatic sanitary sewer rate adjustments
• New home energy conservation program guidelines for furnaces, boilers, and thermostats
• Discussion of MN Power rate increase pass-throughs and residential bill effects

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on increasing the number of deputy fire chiefs from two to three. The agenda also includes rezoning in Ramsey Village to allow multi-family residential structures and a tax abatement for redevelopment at 4600 Stebner Road. Several city appointments and utility agreements are also scheduled for consideration.

• Public hearing to increase the number of deputy fire chiefs from two to three
• Rezoning in Ramsey Village to allow one-family, four-unit, and eight-unit multi-family structures
• Agreement with New Burnham, LLC for window replacement at the Saint Louis County Jail up to $240,000
• Tax abatement for Cirrus Design Corp for redevelopment at 4600 Stebner Road
• Engineering services agreement for Woodland Booster Station improvement project for $72,964

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information. No specific topics, decisions, or discussion items are documented in this text.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission is reviewing several interim use permits for vacation dwelling units at 1218 1/2 E 4th Street and 8502 Bessemer Street. The meeting also includes public hearings for a self-service storage facility and updates to the Unified Development Code text.

• Special Use Permit for self-service storage at 5710 Grand Avenue
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at 1218 1/2 E 4th Street and 8502 Bessemer Street
• UDC Text Amendments regarding the Airport Overlay District and new land uses
• Minor subdivision at Glen Place and W Michigan Street

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board is meeting to review new and revised job descriptions for specific roles. The agenda also includes approval of January 5, 2022 minutes and updates on audits and eligible lists.

• Review of Financial Systems Specialist job description
• Review of ISD 709 - Field Engineer job description
• Status update on new, pending, and complete audits
• Non-public review of new eligible lists

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission will discuss requests for ADA accessible parking zones and driveway setback extensions. The meeting also includes the annual election of the Commission President and Vice President. This session is being held electronically due to COVID-19.

• On-street ADA accessible parking zone requests (PKC117)
• Driveway setback extension proposal for 300 block of East Superior Street (PKC118)
• Two-hour time limit zone proposal for 100 block of West 2nd Street (PKC119)
• Annual election of Commission President and Vice President (PKC120)
• Updates on off-street and on-street parking

Alcohol, Gambling & Tobacco Commission

The Alcohol, Gambling & Tobacco Commission is meeting to consider a liquor license transfer for Up North Taps, LLC. The agenda also includes roll call and the approval of minutes.

• Application to transfer intoxicating liquor license for Up North Taps, LLC (AGT15)

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided text contains only the meeting header and location information. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are detailed in this document.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is considering multiple resolutions regarding property redevelopment and housing. These include an option agreement for affordable housing in the Ramsey neighborhood and an ARPA agreement for the Urbane Duluth project. The authority will also review agreements related to the Lester Golf Course and student housing near Lake Superior College.

• Option agreement with Center City Housing Corporation for Ramsey neighborhood affordable housing
• ARPA agreement with Merge LLC for the Urbane Duluth project
• Development agreement for redevelopment of part of the Lester Golf Course property
• Third amendment to LSC Flats, LLC agreement regarding student housing near Lake Superior College
• Redevelopment grant application for 1301 London Road involving a minimum 50% match commitment

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list any specific topics or decisions for discussion. The document includes meeting time and location details but lacks substantive content.

City Council

The Duluth City Council meeting on January 24, 2022, includes several proposed resolutions regarding city contracts and grants. The agenda also features ordinances related to fire chief qualifications and Ramsey Village zoning. Additionally, the council will discuss a procedure for filling an at-large council vacancy.

• Authorization of a $3,857,531 general obligation water utility revenue note
• Acceptance of an $810,000 grant for the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force
• Window replacement contract for Burnham Apartment Project up to $303,709
• Ordinance to amend Ramsey Village zoning for new residential building types
• Acceptance of an $899,982 grant for the COSSAP project

Duluth Public Arts Commission.

The commission will discuss deaccessioning and review submissions for utility box art wraps. The meeting also includes reports from the Conservation and Superior Street Art Walk subcommittees.

• Utility Box Art Wrap Submissions
• Deaccessioning Discussion
• Conservation Subcommittee Report
• Superior Street Art Walk Subcommittee Report

Duluth Public Arts Commission.

The Duluth Public Arts Commission met to address submissions for the Lincoln Park Light Projection project. The meeting was held via electronic means due to COVID-19 emergency protocols.

• Lincoln Park Light Projection Submissions

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will discuss a draft resolution regarding a WLSSD adjustment revision. The agenda also includes an update on the lead service program and the election of officers.

• WLSSD adjustment revision resolution
• Lead service program update
• Election of officers

Charter Commission.

The Charter Commission will discuss a draft ordinance amending Chapter V, Section 36 of the City Charter. The proposal seeks to change the maximum number of appointed deputy fire chiefs from two to three. This meeting is being held via electronic means.

• Ordinance to change the maximum number of appointed deputy fire chiefs from two to three
• Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information. No specific topics for discussion or decision are listed for this meeting.

Parks and Recreation Commission.

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider the preliminary design for the Brighton Beach Resiliency Lakewalk project. The meeting includes presentations regarding Courage Kenny and the Natural Resources Management Program Plan. Additionally, the commission will vote on officer elections and the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Brighton Beach Resiliency Preliminary Design for Lakewalk
• Parks and Recreation Commission Officer Elections
• 2022 Meeting Schedule Vote
• Courage Kenny presentation
• Natural Resources Management Program Plan presentation

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including short-term rental permits and street right-of-way uses. Public hearings are scheduled for a self-service storage facility and an Airport Overlay District text amendment. The commission will also consider zoning amendments and subdivisions.

• Special Use Permit for a self-service storage facility at 5710 Grand Avenue
• Final Plat for Skyline View Estates, northwest of Skyline Pkwy and Hwy 2
• UDC Text Amendment to the Airport Overlay District
• R-P Zoning Amendment for Ramsey Village
• Interim Use Permits for short-term rentals at 15 N 18th Avenue W

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several resolutions and agreements, including funding for local organizations like the Great Lakes Aquarium and Spirit Mountain. The council will also consider emergency ordinances regarding public health mandates and face coverings in indoor spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Agreement with Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority for $440,000 in operating assistance
• Resolution authorizing a $320,000 agreement with Great Lakes Aquarium
• Emergency ordinance requiring face coverings in indoor public accommodations
• Contract award to ISCO Industries Inc. for $310,031.87
• Agreement with North Shore Scenic Railroad and Lake Superior Railroad Museum for $50,000

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will consider proposals for a new two-hour time limit zone on West 2nd Street and a driveway setback extension on East Superior Street. The meeting also includes updates on off-street and on-street parking and requests for ADA accessible parking zones.

• On-street ADA accessible parking zone requests (PKC117)
• Driveway setback extension proposal for the 300 block of East Superior Street (PKC118)
• Two-hour time limit zone proposal for the 100 block of West 2nd Street (PKC119)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Civil Service Board.

The board will conduct elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Members will also review a revised job description for the Opioid Program Technician, which includes a title change to Peer Review Specialist.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of revised Opioid Program Technician job description (renamed Peer Review Specialist)
• Approval of November 2, 2021, and December 15, 2021, meeting minutes

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities contains only procedural information. No specific discussion or decision items are detailed in the text.