Duluth public meetings in 2023

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to enter into an option for the sale of Lester Park property to Oppidan Investment Company. The body will also discuss resolutions to terminate agreements with Hughes Olsen Workshop, LLC, Northern AQ, LLC, and Simply Tiny Development, LLC related to the Rebuild Duluth program.

• Option for the sale of Lester Park property to Oppidan Investment Company
• Termination agreement with Hughes Olsen Workshop, LLC (Rebuild Duluth)
• Termination agreement with Northern AQ, LLC (Rebuild Duluth)
• Termination agreement with Simply Tiny Development, LLC (Rebuild Duluth)

City Council

The City Council will review the 2024 budget, tax levies, and a new employee retention bonus. The agenda includes several resolutions regarding department funding, infrastructure projects, and municipal staffing changes.

• Resolution adopting the 2024 fee schedule for licenses, permits, and fines
• Authorization to expend up to $3,564,600 of opioid settlement funds over ten years
• Resolution authorizing a purchase from Tyler Technologies, Inc. not to exceed $161,693.24
• Engineering services for solar PV & storage project not to exceed $180,474.00
• Ordinance setting the budget for fiscal year 2024 and appropriating monies

Planning Commission.

The commission will consider special use permits for a Domino's restaurant and vacation dwelling units. The agenda also includes a review of the Central High School redevelopment scoping-EAW.

• Special Use Permit for a Domino's Restaurant at 7002 Grand Avenue
• Scoping-EAW for Central High School Redevelopment
• Final Plat for Amity Bluffs Subdivision East of Woodland Avenue
• Vacation of 49th Avenue E between Idlewild Street and Alley
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at 413 S 20th Avenue E and 120 E Superior Street

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city budgets and service agreements. Public hearings are scheduled for Truth in Taxation and proposed Capital Improvement Plans. The council will also consider various ordinances related to taxation and zoning.

• Resolution for approximately $3,900,000 in capital equipment notes
• $1,679,971 increase for Enger Park Golf Course irrigation improvements
• Agreement with Churches United in Ministry for up to $650,000 for housing and infrastructure
• First reading of ordinances for 2024 taxation levels for transit, parks, and general purposes
• $350,000 agreement with Great Lakes Aquarium

Parking Commission.

The commission will review a presentation regarding the West Superior Street redevelopment project. Members will also consider a proposal to reconfigure parking on West Michigan Street.

• West Superior Street redevelopment project presentation
• Proposal to reconfigure parking on West Michigan Street
• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will review minutes from the September 19 and October 24, 2023, meetings. The agenda also includes a discussion on water public education under unfinished business.

• Approval of September 19, 2023 meeting minutes draft
• Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting notes draft
• Water public education

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will review several new and revised job descriptions for various roles. The board will also approve minutes from the October 3, 2023 meeting.

• New Senior Applications Administrator job description
• Utility Operations Leadworker title change to Superintendent
• Employee Benefits Representative title change to Senior Benefits Specialist
• Revised Human Resources Technician and Generalist descriptions

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution regarding aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) products liability litigation. The resolution would authorize the Director of Public Works and Utilities to request that the city be excluded from settlement agreements involving 3M Company and E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company.

• Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works and Utilities to request exclusion from AFFF products liability litigation settlements

Duluth Citizen Review Board

This agenda contains only a notice of the meeting date and time. No specific discussion items or proposals are listed in the provided document.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several development agreements for the Duluth Regional Exchange District involving St. Mary's Duluth Clinic Health System. The agenda also includes first and second readings of ordinances regarding parking requirements, airport property, and zoning changes.

• $11,820,000 agreement for the demolition of St. Mary’s Medical Center
• $627,444.51 agreement for new bus shelters in the Regional Exchange District
• $3,473,578.00 agreement for infrastructure retaining walls
• Rezoning area between S 63rd Avenue W and S 64th Avenue W
• Rezoning parcels adjacent to 4831 Grand Avenue

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is reviewing resolutions for several redevelopment projects. These include a $63,500 contribution for the former Central High School site and the establishment of Tax Increment Financing District No. 36. The board will also consider a term sheet regarding parking ramps and housing on East 1st Street.

• $63,500 contribution for redevelopment of the former Central High School site
• Establishment of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 36
• Term sheet approval for sale of Technology Village and Medical District parking ramps
• Approval of October 2023 monthly cash transactions

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several property variances and subdivision requests. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding a skywalk project by St. Luke's Hospital.

• Side yard setback variance for a deck at 4225 Gladstone Street
• Side yard setback variance to rebuild a covered porch at 219 N 15th Avenue E
• Interim Use Permit for a vacation dwelling unit at 325 S Lake Avenue #1301
• Front yard setback variance for a home addition at 1515 E 7th Street
• Concurrent use and planning review for a skywalk over 10th Avenue E by St. Luke's Hospital

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding proposed charter changes and the London Road project. Members will also consider several contract amendments, grant acceptances, and new ordinances for zoning and city code updates.

• Purchase of a fire engine for $988,634.68
• Acceptance of a $700,414 geothermal heating grant
• Zoning changes near Redruth Street and Grand Avenue
• Purchase of a long-line paint truck for $388,287.00
• Agreement for $843,742.77 in employment training funds

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting. The primary action involves a resolution to certify the results of the municipal general election held on November 7, 2023.

• Resolution certifying the results of the November 7, 2023, municipal general election

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda for the Duluth Human Rights Commission contains only meeting logistics and does not list any specific discussion or decision items.

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission will consider a proposal to remove a taxi zone on the 100 block of West 1st Street. The meeting also includes requests for accessible parking zones and updates regarding off-street and on-street parking.

• Request for on-street accessible parking zones (PKC213)
• Proposal to eliminate a taxi zone on the 100 block of West 1st Street (PKC212)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities contains only procedural information and references to attachments. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are detailed in the text.

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure, grants, and property purchases. Items include a bridge reconstruction project on St. Andrews Street and various municipal engineering and safety agreements.

• Bridge L8514 reconstruction at St. Andrews Street over Tischer Creek: $374,958.17 grant and $675,675.00 contract to Northland Constructors of Duluth, Inc.
• Purchase of real property from Park Hill Cemetery Association in the Woodland neighborhood for $664,800.
• Sole source purchase of replacement pumps for lift stations 10, 13, 21, 36 and 41 from Quality Flow Systems for $71,290.
• Grant acceptance of $135,100 from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the 2024 Towards Zero Deaths project.
• Amendment to KFI Engineers agreement for City Hall renewal project for an increase of $23,800.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to sell Ordean Plaza to 424W, LLC. The board will also review the 2024 budgets and an amendment to an agreement with Lakewalk Properties LLC. Discussion items include Lester Park RFPs and a presentation by the Upper Midwest Film Office.

• Resolution authorizing the sale of Ordean Plaza to 424W, LLC
• Amendment to Lakewalk Properties LLC agreement reducing a tax increment note to $7,150,000
• Approval of DEDA 2024 budgets
• Discussion regarding Lester Park RFPs

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will review the 2024 WLSSD budget and water public education updates. The meeting also includes a review of the September 19, 2023, meeting minutes.

• 2024 WLSSD budget
• Water public education update

City Council

The Duluth City Council is considering several resolutions for bond issuances totaling over $7 million for capital improvements and equipment. The agenda also includes an ordinance to allocate up to $36 million from food, beverage, and lodging taxes toward park-based athletic facilities. Other items include contract amendments for engineering services and infrastructure projects.

• Issuance of $1,875,000 in capital improvement bonds and $3,505,000 in capital equipment notes
• Ordinance to allocate up to $36 million from food, beverage, and lodging taxes for park facilities
• Agreement for a $289,800 hot water extension with St. Luke’s Hospital of Duluth
• Contract for shoreline rehabilitation between 3rd and 4th Avenue East up to $653,860.64
• Forgiveness of $105,000 and $50,000 in housing loans to One Roof Community Housing

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda text contains only the header and scheduling information for the meeting. No specific topics, motions, or decisions are detailed in this document.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including variances and interim use permits for vacation dwelling units. Public hearings are scheduled for zoning map amendments and updates to the Unified Development Code. The commission will also review changes to off-street parking requirements and exterior lighting standards.

• UDC text amendments for lighting, accessory uses, and rear yard depth
• UDC text amendments to off-street parking requirements
• Special Use Permit for a day care at 1533 W Arrowhead Road
• Planning review for a restaurant with drive-through at 1600 Miller Trunk Highway
• Map amendment from R-1 to MU-N at 4831 Grand Avenue

Parking Commission.

The commission will discuss the 2024 Parking Services Division budget and proposed public parking rates. The agenda also includes several proposals for on-street zone changes, including new loading zones and an ADA zone conversion.

• Proposal to create a loading zone at 345 South Lake Avenue
• Proposal to create a loading zone at 114 North 1st Avenue West
• Proposal to convert an ADA zone at 309 West 1st Street to a 10-minute drop-off zone
• Discussion on 2024 Parking Services Division budget
• 2024 Public parking rates proposal

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will vote on several resolutions, including the appointment of a new Executive Director. The agenda also includes authorizing revenue bonds for Benedictine Health System and transferring Norshor Theatre properties to Duluth Playhouse, Inc.

• Issuance and sale of Health Care Facilities Revenue Bond, Series 2023 (Benedictine Health System)
• Approval of Chad Ronchetti as Executive Director
• Acquisition of real property in the Downtown District from the City of Duluth
• Conveyance of Norshor Theatre and Norshor Annex property to Duluth Playhouse, Inc.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

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

City Council

The council will discuss 2024 taxation levels and the distribution of tourism taxes. Agenda items also include a large software licensing agreement and various property sales in downtown Duluth.

• Three-year Microsoft software licensing agreement totaling $1,396,152.81
• Ordinance to allocate up to $36 million from tourism taxes for park athletic facilities
• Allocation of $3.45 million from the Cirrus Incubator Building sale
• $200,000 funding agreement for a temporary ice chiller at the DECC Arena
• Grant application to study I-35 connectivity via the Reconnecting Communities program

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance regarding the Duluth Home Rule Charter. The proposed ordinance involves non-substantive changes intended to modernize language and update terminology.

• Ordinance 23-031-O: Amending the Duluth Home rule Charter, 1912, as amended

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Commission will review the 2024 water budget, financial information, and a five-year capital plan. The agenda also includes a discussion of proposed 2024 utility fees and a resolution to establish fees for various utility-related services.

• Water 2024 budget information
• 5-year water capital plan
• Resolution establishing fees for various utility-related services
• 2024 proposed utilities fees

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda for the Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting does not list any specific discussion items, motions, or decisions. It contains only meeting logistics and header information.

Planning Commission.

The commission will consider several interim use permits for vacation dwelling units and special use permits for residential care facilities. Public hearings are scheduled for a building addition at 2101 Trinity Road and a laundromat at 338 E Central Entrance.

• Special Use Permits for residential care facilities at 1111 N 11th Avenue E and 2122 Woodland Avenue
• Planning Review for a building addition at 2101 Trinity Road
• Planning Review for a laundromat at 338 E Central Entrance
• Minor subdivisions at 6th Street/5th Avenue W and 800 E Central Entrance
• Tabled amendments to off-street parking requirements

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed charter changes and consider several resolutions. These include bond issuances, infrastructure contracts, and grant acceptances.

• $14,408,739.13 contract for Duluth Coastal Infrastructure Rehabilitation
• $4,500,000 issuance of General Obligation Steam Utility Revenue Bonds
• $435,235 increase to the Aerial Lift Bridge rehabilitation project contract
• $377,315.60 purchase of an armored rescue vehicle
• $100,000 DNR grant for acquiring 68 acres from Duluth Cemetery Association

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will review requests for on-street accessible parking zones and discuss updates regarding off-street and on-street parking. The agenda also includes a proposal to establish a 2-hour parking zone at 1305 East 1st Street.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests (PKC203)
• Proposal for a 2-hour parking zone at 1305 East 1st Street (PKC204)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Commission on Disabilities.

This is a meeting agenda for the City of Duluth Commission on Disabilities. The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is reviewing resolutions regarding property transfers and easements. This includes an amended agreement for the Wadena West project and a $1.00 land conveyance in Lincoln Park. Additionally, the board will schedule a public hearing on financing for Benedictine Health System.

• Amended land sale agreement with Center City Housing Corporation for Wadena West
• Land conveyance in Lincoln Park for $1.00
• Utility and drainage easement at Atlas Industrial Park
• Public hearing scheduling for Benedictine Health System financing

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The Duluth Citizen Review Board will meet to review a presentation regarding a racial bias audit. The agenda consists of this single presentation item.

• Racial Bias Audit Presentation

City Council

The council will consider appointments for the Planning & Economic Development Director and the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority. The agenda includes a $665,807 agreement for school resource officers and the purchase of fifteen police vehicles for $641,625. Additionally, the council will hold first readings for steam utility and lake front restoration bond ordinances.

• Agreement with ISD 709 to provide four school resource officers and one sergeant for $665,807
• Purchase of fifteen Dodge Durango pursuit vehicles from La Porte Dodge for $641,625
• Contract with Northland Constructors of Duluth, Inc. for a steam to hot water conversion up to $173,430
• Ordinance authorizing the issuance of steam utility revenue bonds up to $4,500,000
• Acceptance of a $247,565.85 award for fire department training

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission is meeting to consider the 2024 Proposed Utilities Budget. The agenda includes a presentation of the final budget and a resolution recommending its approval.

• 2024 Proposed Utilities Budget
• Resolution approving and recommending the 2024 utilities budget

City Council

The City Council will review various resolutions including liquor licenses, civil service classifications, and public works contracts. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding city charter changes and a development agreement for the Zenith Historic Old Central High School project.

• Public hearing: Development Agreement between DEDA and Saturday Zenith, LLC
• Development agreement amendment for Zenith Historic Old Central High School project
• Engineering services for Scenic Byways Skyline Parkway restoration: $189,160.00
• Engineering services for Campus Connector segments 4 and 5: up to $426,105
• Purchase of salt brine truck fill stations and tanks: $255,810.22

City Council

The City Council is meeting to certify the results of the municipal primary election held on August 8, 2023. This action includes placing the names of top vote-getters for Mayor, Council Member At Large, and Council Member District 4 onto the general municipal election ballot.

• Resolution certifying results of the August 8, 2023, municipal primary election
• Certification of Roger Reinert and Emily Larson for Mayor
• Certification of Arik Forsman, Lynn Marie Nephew, Jenna Yeakle, and Miranda Pacheco for Council Member At Large
• Certification of Tara Swensen and Howie Hanson for Council Member District 4

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The agenda contains only procedural information regarding the upcoming meeting. No specific discussion items or proposals are listed in the provided document.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a preliminary plat for Pine Haven Estates and a special use permit for a cat cafe. The agenda also includes a concurrent use permit for parking at 2250 E Water Street.

• Preliminary Plat for Pine Haven Estates between Arrowhead Road and Krueger Road
• Special Use Permit for a restaurant/cat cafe at 1823 E Superior Street
• Concurrent Use Permit for parking in the right of way at 2250 E Water Street

Parking Commission.

The commission will review requests for on-street accessible parking zones. The meeting also includes updates regarding both off-street and on-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

Commission on Disabilities.

This is the agenda for the August 2, 2023, meeting of the Duluth Commission on Disabilities. The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will meet to consider a second amendment to the development agreement for the Zenith Historic Old Central High School project. The body will also review a resolution authorizing a land sale agreement with Ryan Companies.

• Second amendment to the development agreement with Saturday Zenith, LLC for the Zenith Historic Old Central High School project
• Land sale agreement with Ryan Companies
• Approval of May 23, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Approval of cash transactions for May and June 2023

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $680,979 contract for winter road salt. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances regarding cannabis use in certain city locations and public parks. Other items include grant applications for the Lake Superior Zoo and Spirit Mountain Recreation Area.

• $680,979 purchase of 10,880 tons of road salt from Morton Salt, Inc.
• $510,000 state grant for the Lake Superior Zoo
• $321,804.53 grant for an auto theft investigator and related expenses
• $3,300,000 grant application for Spirit Mountain Recreation Area renewal
• Ordinance to prohibit smoking or vaping cannabinoids in public parks

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will discuss water utility rate scenarios, including scenario 9.25 and scenario 12.75. The commission will also receive an update on lead services replacement.

• Water rate scenarios 9.25 and 12.75
• Proposed average rates per bill category
• Water Capital Plan from 2023-final-budget-book
• Lead services replacement update

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several requests including interim use permits for vacation dwelling units and minor subdivisions. The agenda also includes multiple requests for the vacation of utility and drainage easements.

• Interim Use Permit for Renewal Vacation Dwelling Unit at 1115 S Lake Avenue
• Interim Use Permit for Renewal Vacation Dwelling Unit at 3840 S Lake Avenue
• Minor Subdivision to Create Two Parcels at 7825 Congdon Boulevard
• Vacation of Utility Easement at 3523 Chambersburg Avenue
• Vacation of Utility Easement at 3705-3867 London Road

City Council

The council will review proposed technical changes to the City Charter and several civil service classification updates. The agenda also includes contract amendments for engineering services at Enger Park and the Marten Trail.

• Five-year audio/visual services agreement with G.F.F. Productions, LLC up to $250,000
• Settlement of $10,373.96 to Standard Fire Insurance Company for property damages
• Engineering services agreement with TKDA for Marten Trail segments up to $99,623
• Budget increases for Enger Park Golf Course renovation projects
• Public hearing on proposed technical changes to the City Charter

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will review several proposals to change street parking, including prohibitions, reconfigurations, and meter removals. The meeting also includes updates on general fund transfers and off-street/on-street parking.

• Elimination of parking on a portion of 57th Avenue West
• Parking prohibition on the even side of 3rd Street from Mesaba Avenue to 12th Avenue East
• Reconfiguration of parking on the 300 block of East 2nd Street
• Reconfiguration of parking on the 1800 block of West Michigan Street
• Conversion of one meter stall at 1931 West Superior Street to an accessible stall

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will review several development agreement amendments and resolutions. This includes funding for Plover Place, LLC housing and a grant application for 3401 Grand Avenue. The board will also consider appointing a temporary executive director.

• $128,000 from the City of Duluth for Plover Place, LLC homeless housing construction
• Grant application up to $300,000 for redevelopment at 3401 Grand Avenue
• Fifth amendment to LSC Flats, LLC agreement to extend student housing construction dates
• First amendment to development agreement with Merge LLC for the Urbane Duluth project
• Appointment of Adam Fulton as temporary DEDA Executive Director

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location. No specific topics, proposals, or decisions are listed in the record.

City Council

The City Council will review various resolutions including land development agreements, contract amendments, and grant acceptances. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a stay request for an environmental assessment decision.

• Public hearing regarding a stay of the decision to reverse a Planning Commission EAW requirement
• Transfer of $128,000 to DEDA for Plover Place, LLC housing construction
• Contract amendment for Cross City Trail Phase 3 totaling $185,790
• Awarding a contract to JMF Construction, Inc. for $151,558.50 for citywide patch and sidewalk work
• Acceptance of a $150,000 grant for snowmobile infrastructure in Spirit Mountain area

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Commission will review a resolution establishing procedures for appeals regarding billing errors. Staff will also provide updates on water utility discussions and lead services replacement.

• Resolution 23PUC-001: Establishing procedures for appeals related to billing error claims
• Water utility discussion
• Lead services replacement update

Duluth Human Rights Commission

This is a meeting agenda for the Duluth Human Rights Commission. The provided document contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several interim use permit renewals and new permits for vacation dwelling units. The agenda also includes requests for yard setback variances, easement vacations, and a special use permit for an office.

• Interim Use Permit Renewal for 1313 Minnesota Avenue
• Interim Use Permits for 325 S Lake Avenue (Units 1308, 1306, and 1304)
• Front yard setback variance for 24XX E Superior Street
• Side yard setback variance for 4224 McCulloch Street
• Special Use Permit for office at 1202 101st Avenue W

City Council

The City Council is reviewing multiple resolutions regarding infrastructure, including several contracts for Enger Golf Course. The agenda also includes board appointments, public works projects, and a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Enger Golf Course earthwork improvements: $411,609.37
• Enger Golf Course irrigation improvements: $4,646,619.00
• Enger Golf Course pump station contract: $283,561.53
• 3rd St reconditioning project: $4,942,216.00
• 2023 CIPP storm lining project: $1,157,162.00

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda for the June 7, 2023, Commission on Disabilities meeting contains only administrative and procedural information. No specific topics or decisions are documented in this text.

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will review several new and revised job descriptions. The meeting also includes a status update on audits and a non-public review of eligible lists.

• Review of revised Deputy Fire Chief job description
• Review of new Building Inspections Supervisor job description
• Review of revised Human Resources Assistant job description
• Status of all new, pending, and complete audits
• Non-public review of eligible lists

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission is reviewing proposals for parking reconfigurations and prohibitions on several streets. The meeting includes an update regarding General Fund transfers from the Parking Fund to Public Safety. Additionally, the commission will consider requests for accessible parking zones.

• Proposal to eliminate parking on part of 57th Avenue West
• Proposed parking prohibition on even side of 3rd Street (Mesaba Ave to 12th Ave E)
• Update on General Fund transfer from Parking Fund and Public Safety
• Proposals to reconfigure parking on E 2nd St, W Michigan St, and N 4th Ave E
• Conversion of a meter stall at 1931 East Superior Street to an accessible stall

Duluth Citizen Review Board

This is a notice for the upcoming meeting of the Duluth Citizen Review Board. The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is meeting to consider several resolutions. These include a utility easement restoration agreement, the termination of a development agreement for Lincoln Park Flats, and a cooperative construction agreement with MnDOT.

• Utility easement restoration agreement for alleys between 52nd and 53rd Avenues West
• Termination of development agreement, TIF note, and MMV assessment for Lincoln Park Flats owned by Duluth Lincoln Park1, LLC
• Cooperative construction agreement with MnDOT for Twin Ports Interchange parking replacement project
• License agreement with the City of Duluth for storage of materials on Lot D

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several utility and infrastructure contracts, including street preservation and sanitary lining projects. The agenda also includes irrigation and earthwork contracts for the Enger Golf Course. Additionally, the council will review liquor license requests and grant applications.

• Contract to Ulland Brothers, Inc. for 2023 Street Preservation Project ($3,455,243.00)
• Contract for Enger Golf Course irrigation improvements ($4,646,619.00)
• Contract to Veit & Company, Inc. for 2023 CIPP Sanitary Lining Project ($1,911,548.00)
• Application for US Forest Service urban forestry grant (up to $2,500,000)
• Contract for Enger Golf Course earthwork improvements ($411,609.37)

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will hold a utility appeal hearing regarding 7227 Clay St. The commission will also discuss WLSSD wastewater treatment year-end adjustments and receive an update on lead services replacement.

• Utility appeal hearing for 7227 Clay St
• WLSSD Wastewater Treatment Year-End Adjustments
• Lead services replacement update
• Approval of January 17 and March 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Duluth Human Rights Commission

This is a meeting agenda for the Duluth Human Rights Commission. The provided document contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a rezoning for the former DWP site in the Fairmount neighborhood. The meeting also includes public hearings for building height variances and new subdivision plats. Additionally, the commission will review multiple permits for vacation dwelling units.

• Rezoning of former DWP site from R-1/R-2 to R-P
• Planning review for new parking ramp at 1002 E 1st Street
• Building height variance at 3801-3811 London Road
• Special Use Permit for Cross City Trail in the Keene Creek floodway
• Vacation of alley space near 1002 E 1st Street for construction

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding housing development funding, street maintenance contracts, and various liquor license approvals. The agenda also includes a Planning Commission appeal regarding a hotel project near Sundby Road.

• Approval of $3,857,143 in ARPA funding for Brae View Senior Apartments
• Approval of $1,800,000 in ARPA funding for Washington Studios project
• Contract award of $5,635,100 to Northland Constructors of Duluth, Inc. for 1st Ave East reconstruction
• Purchase of network hard drive storage from Paragon Development Systems, Inc. for $236,509.90
• Planning Commission appeal regarding Kinseth Hotel Corporation EAW

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided text for the May 3, 2023, meeting of the Duluth Commission on Disabilities consists only of meeting header and contact 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 property and development agreements. These include projects at the Duluth International Airport and land sales to Center City Housing Corporation. The board will also consider cancelling a land sale agreement with Simply Tiny Development, LLC.

• Development agreement with Cirrus Design Corporation for Duluth International Airport
• Land sale agreement with Center City Housing Corporation (Wadena West)
• Option agreement for affordable housing in the Ramsey Neighborhood
• Cancellation of land sale agreement with Simply Tiny Development, LLC
• Purchase agreement for property at Duluth International Airport

Duluth Citizen Review Board

This agenda pertains to the upcoming meeting of the Duluth Citizen Review Board. The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location.

City Council

The Duluth City Council is considering several resolutions regarding federal grants and local infrastructure projects. This includes funding for housing programs, street reconstruction, and public safety equipment. An ordinance to increase the General Fund appropriation will also be read.

• Sponsoring a maritime grant for Hallett Dock 7 LLC up to $13,492,500
• Contract amendment for Raleigh Street Reconstruction totaling $210,297.00
• Purchase of 24 mobile radios from Motorola Solutions for $151,390.08
• Development agreement for demolition and development at 2309 West 8th Street
• Ordinance to increase the General Fund appropriation by $382,950

Parking Commission.

The commission will review several proposals to change parking configurations on 3rd Street, East 2nd Street, West Michigan Street, and North 4th Avenue East. The meeting also includes an update regarding a general fund transfer involving the parking fund and public safety.

• Parking prohibition on even side of 3rd Street from Mesaba Avenue to 12th Avenue East
• Reconfigure parking on 300 block of East 2nd Street
• Reconfigure parking on 1800 block of West Michigan Street
• Reconfigure parking on North 4th Avenue East
• Update on general fund transfer from Parking Fund and Public Safety

Commission on Disabilities.

The scheduled meeting for the Commission on Disabilities did not take place as originally planned. The agenda indicates that no quorum was present.

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda for the Duluth Human Rights Commission contains only procedural information and meeting location details. No specific topics, motions, or public hearings are documented in this text.

Planning Commission.

The commission is reviewing several interim use permits for vacation dwelling units and a minor subdivision on Hoover Street. A citizen petition for an environmental assessment of the Kinseth Hotel project on Sundby Road is also scheduled for discussion.

• Citizen petition for Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Kinseth Hotel Project
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at 4721 E Superior St and 2314 Hoover Street
• Minor Subdivision at 2232 Hoover Street by Bluemoon Properties LLC
• Vacation of drainage and utility easements in the Kayak Bay Plat
• Preliminary Plat at Becks Road and 108th Ave W

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several items, including a $14 million development agreement and ground lease with St. Luke’s Hospital of Duluth. The agenda also includes budget approvals for the Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority and grants for Seawall and Lakewalk infrastructure.

• $14,000,000 development agreement and ground lease with St. Luke’s Hospital of Duluth
• $13,500,000 bond grant for Seawall and Lakewalk infrastructure improvements
• $7,647,935 budget approval for the Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority
• Ordinance to reclassify 770 acres at Duluth International Airport to an airport district
• Contract amendment for Hartley Nature Center expansion totaling $2,754,965.51

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding city services, personnel specifications, and infrastructure agreements. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances related to purchasing requirements, residential zoning in Ramsey Village, and airport district reclassifications.

• Assessment roll for RiverWest development and 3607 Piedmont Ave
• Up to $31,500 of opioid settlement funds for the Damiano Center Safe Storage Program
• Fiber optic cable maintenance contract with MN Telecomm for an estimated $119,016 annually
• Five-year geotechnical services agreement with American Engineering Testing, Inc. up to $750,000
• Professional engineering design services for Woodland Booster Station improvements for $340,192

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will review year-end adjustments for WLSSD wastewater treatment. The meeting also includes updates on lead service replacements, CMOM, and the water utility rate structure timeline.

• WLSSD Wastewater Treatment Year-End Adjustments
• Lead services replacement update
• CMOM update
• Water utility rate structure timeline
• Upcoming Commission vacancy

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will review several land use items including rezoning requests and subdivision applications. The agenda includes public hearings for variances and special use permits.

• Interim Use Permit for a Vacation Dwelling Unit at 325 Lake Avenue S Unit #1210
• Interim Use Permit for a Vacation Dwelling Unit at 2810 W Skyline Parkway
• Minor Subdivision of Parcel on Sockeye Drive by Frank Messina
• UDC Map Amendment for additional building types in Ramsey Village R-P District
• Vacation of portions of alleys north of Wadena Street between 52nd and 53rd Avenues W

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including a gas blanket project contract and property insurance. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding heritage preservation and property conveyance near the Duluth International Airport.

• Contract with Ellingson Trenchless LLC for 2023 Gas Blanket Project: $1,575,970.00
• Contract with Northland Constructors of Duluth Inc. for City Hall grounds improvements: up to $683,490.00
• Property insurance contract with Hanover Insurance Company: not to exceed $283,298
• Purchase option for a 2020 Caterpillar Wheel Loader: $115,395
• Outdoor recreation grant application for Gary New Duluth Recreation Area: up to $350,000

Planning Commission.

The commission will hold its annual meeting including the election of officers and Zenith Awards. Presentations will cover sustainability, climate action, and transportation sustainability.

• Election of Officers
• Sustainability and Climate Action presentation
• Sustainability in Transportation presentation
• Zenith Awards

Duluth Human Rights Commission

This agenda pertains to the upcoming meeting of the Duluth Human Rights Commission. The provided document contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The Duluth Citizen Review Board is holding a special meeting. The session consists of a forum with the Crime and Justice Institute.

• Forum with Crime and Justice Institute

Parking Commission.

The commission will review proposals for new accessible parking stalls and a drop-off zone. The meeting also includes the annual election of officers and updates on off-street and on-street parking.

• Convert two metered stalls at 309 West 1st Street to ADA accessible stalls
• Create a one-stall drop-off zone at 2301 West Superior Street
• Discussion regarding parking facility safety and parking fund
• Annual election of Parking Commission officers

Commission on Disabilities.

The scheduled meeting for the Commission on Disabilities on March 1, 2023, did not take place. The agenda indicates the meeting was not held due to weather.

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure, including road reconstructions and utility easements. The agenda also includes contracts for library renovation services and property transfers near the Duluth International Airport. Additionally, the council will review a grant application for Lakewalk rehabilitation.

• $1,963,768 interfund loan for Lake Front Restoration Projects
• Morris Thomas Road reconstruction contract ($1,322,456.75 city share)
• Up to $482,362 purchase of gravel and sand from Duluth Ready Mix, Inc.
• $8,200,000 grant application for Lakewalk rehabilitation
• Designating 230 East Fourth Street as a Heritage Preservation Landmark

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to authorize a land sale agreement with Fathers Rise Together for affordable housing development. The agenda also includes resolutions to terminate agreements related to the Rebuild Duluth program and approval of January cash transactions.

• Land sale agreement with Fathers Rise Together at 319 N 28th Ave W
• Termination agreement with 1 LLC related to the Rebuild Duluth program
• Termination agreement with Urban Ventures, LLC related to the Rebuild Duluth program
• Termination agreement with Spirit Valley Citizens Neighborhood Development Association
• Approval of January 2023 cash transactions

Duluth Citizen Review Board

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

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications and property requests. The agenda includes public hearings on parking requirement amendments and vacation dwelling unit permits.

• UDC Text Amendments to Off-Street Parking Requirements
• Interim Use Permits for 722 E Superior St, Units 1, 2, and 3
• Vacation of Right of Way at 3525 Martin Road
• Final Plat at 2221 N Arlington Avenue
• Interim Use Permit for a Vacation Dwelling Unit at 727 W 2nd Street

City Council

The Duluth City Council is considering several resolutions regarding economic development, public safety, and infrastructure. Key items include a ten-year development agreement for homeless housing and various professional service contracts. The council will also review ordinances related to zoning and city code amendments.

• Ten-year development agreement with Plover Place, LLC for homeless housing up to $1,600,000
• Purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus for $321,043.04
• $150,000 subgrant to Alhambra Theatre via DEDA
• Grant application for improvements to the Aerial Lift Bridge
• Agreement with Ehlers and Associates, Inc. for financial consulting at $75,000 annually

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will discuss the parking budget and public safety. The agenda also includes requests for on-street accessible parking zones and the election of officers.

• Parking budget and public safety discussion (PKC157)
• On-street accessible parking zone requests (PKC158)
• Creation of a new drop-off zone at 2301 West Superior Street (PKC159)
• Annual election of Duluth Parking Commission officers (PKC160)

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Duluth Human Rights Commission on February 8, 2023, was not held due to weather.

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities consists only of procedural header information. No specific topics, motions, or decisions are listed in the document.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is reviewing several resolutions regarding property transfers and development agreements. The meeting includes discussions on media production incentives and a $500,000 funding transfer from the City of Duluth.

• $1,600,000 development agreement with Plover Place, LLC for housing for homeless
• Property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing for affordable housing development
• $500,000 funding agreement from the City of Duluth for economic development efforts
• $150,000 grant to the 1200 Fund for Alhambra Theatre
• $75,000 yearly professional services agreement with Ehlers and Associates, Inc.

Commission on Disabilities.

The January 25, 2023, special meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided agenda for the January 25, 2023, meeting contains only procedural header information and does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Unmanned Aerial Systems operations policy. The agenda includes resolutions for various city contracts, including road salt purchases and engineering services. Members will also consider a resolution supporting the extension of food and beverage and lodging taxes to fund $36 million in park facility improvements.

• Public hearing on Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Operations Policy
• Resolution supporting tax extensions for $36 million in park facility improvements
• Purchase of 9,500 tons of road salt for $583,277
• Ordinance amending zoning standards for vacation rentals and accessory structures
• Purchase of BNSF Railway property in the Irving neighborhood for up to $69,500

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will discuss the Woodland Booster Station Pre-design Study and receive an update on lead services replacement. The meeting also includes a review of proposed bills for lead service line replacement and mapping grant programs.

• Woodland Booster Station Pre-design Study
• Lead services replacement update
• Senate bill SF0030-0 23-01376 for lead service line replacement grants
• House bill HF0024-0 for lead service line replacement grants
• Election of officers

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider a map amendment to rezone property adjacent to Elizabeth Street from R-1 to R-2. The meeting also includes discussions on draft updates to parking regulations. Other items include requests for vacation dwelling unit permits and minor subdivisions.

• UDC Map Amendment to rezone property near Elizabeth Street from R-1 to R-2
• Draft UDC Text Amendment regarding changes to parking regulations
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at 325 S Lake Avenue and 9 E 4th Street
• Minor subdivision of one lot into four lots at 2011 W 2nd Street and 2015 W 3rd Street
• Special Use Permit for a seasonal camp or cabin at 9439 Congdon Boulevard

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several resolutions, including appointments to various commissions and new civil service classifications. The agenda also includes agency agreements with MNDOT for road projects and a contract for station fuels.

• Contract awarding to WEX Bank for Circle K service station fuels up to $1,300,000
• Amendment to Essentia Health East contract for 2nd Street road and utility work
• Sole source purchase of gas meters for $115,618.50
• Agreement with MNDOT for the East Third Street Project
• Permit for underground utilities at West Page Street and Sundby Road

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will discuss parking meters on Lower Michigan Street and review requests for on-street accessible parking zones. The meeting also includes updates regarding off-street and on-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests (PKC155)
• Lower Michigan Street parking meters discussion (PKC156)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update