Eveleth public meetings in 2025
26 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council December
The Eveleth City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the 2026 budget and set the 2026 tax levy. They will also consider second readings of two ordinances, approve the sale of capital notes totaling $404,940.75 for equipment purchases, and discuss several other items including a letter of support for a county waste management project.
- Second reading of ordinance adding Section 6.28 Social and Civic Organizations to city code
- Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 11 Land Use Regulation definitions and zoning use list
- Resolution awarding sale of $205,235 General Obligation Capital Note for a John Deere loader
- Resolution awarding sale of $199,705.75 General Obligation Capital Note for a refuse truck
- Resolution adopting 2026 budget and establishing 2026 tax levy
City Council December
The Eveleth City Council will hold a workshop at 3:30 p.m. followed by a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. on December 1, 2025. The regular meeting includes first readings of two ordinances — one adding a section on social and civic organizations to the city code, and another amending land use regulations and zoning classifications. The council will also consider a recommendation for an EMS Operations Supervisor contract and a resolution for a benefit increase in the Statewide Volunteer Firefighter plan.
- First reading of an ordinance adding Section 6.28 Social and Civic Organizations to Chapter 6 of the City Code
- First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 11 Land Use Regulation, including zoning use classifications
- Recommendation regarding RFP for EMS Operations Supervisor Services and independent contract with Therese Elverum
- Resolution for a benefit increase in the Statewide Volunteer Firefighter (SVF) Plan
- Fire Protection Agreement between Eveleth and Leonidas for 2026/2027
City Council November
The Eveleth City Council will hold a workshop on the 2026 budget and levy, followed by a regular meeting with first readings of two ordinances: one adding a section on social and civic organizations to the city code, and another amending land-use regulations and the zoning use classification list. The council will also consider resolutions for special assessments, a retainer agreement with a law firm, and a request to purchase an undeveloped alley right-of-way.
- 2024 annual audit presentation by Abdo Solutions
- 2026 budget and levy discussion
- First reading of ordinance adding Section 6.28 Social and Civic Organizations to city code
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 11 Land Use Regulation and zoning use classification list
- Resolution making levy and assessment for special assessments and delinquent water, sewer & refuse accounts
City Council November
The Eveleth City Council will hold a workshop at 4:45 p.m. to discuss bouncy houses for the Community Center, financing for Airport snow removal equipment, a loader for public works, and the 2026 Budget & Levy. The regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. includes new business items such as an easement for Progress Parkway, a 2026 animal control contract, and a closed session to set an asking price for property at 801 Jones Street.
- Discuss bouncy houses for the Community Center
- Discuss financing for Airport snow removal equipment
- 2026 Budget & Levy discussion
- Easement between City of Eveleth and St. Louis County for new Progress Parkway
- Closed session to determine asking price for real property at 801 Jones Street
City Council October
The Eveleth City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding with Rock Ridge School District for off-duty police coverage at school events, and multiple resolutions seeking grant funding for community center improvements, a sanitary sewer force main project, and wastewater treatment facility upgrades. The council will also review a final payment of $4,999.99 to Max Gray Construction, a quote for a duct silencer at City Hall, and a liquor license renewal for Red Garter Lounge.
- Memorandum of Understanding between Rock Ridge School District and Eveleth Police Department for extra security coverage by off-duty officers
- Final payment of $4,999.99 to Max Gray Construction for City of Eveleth Projects
- Resolution making application to Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation for Community Center Improvements
- Resolution authorizing submittal of grant application for Fiscal Year 2026 St. Louis County Community Development Block Grant Program
- Renewal of 2am License/Permit for 214 Grant Inc., dba Red Garter Lounge, 214 Grant Ave.
City Council October
The Eveleth City Council will vote on several new business items including a $45,000 pay request for curb and sidewalk improvements, a Zamboni battery purchase, and bids for demolition of a property at 1502 W. 1st Street. The agenda also includes a commercial lease with Scenic Rivers Health Services and acceptance of a donation from Energizing Eveleth. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Consider Pay Request #1 from 3D Concrete & Construction, Inc. for $45,000 for 2025 Curb & Sidewalk Improvements
- Consider purchasing Zamboni batteries from R&R Specialties
- Consider bids for demolition of 1502 W. 1st Street, Eveleth, MN
- Consider quotation from MSA Professional Services for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements preliminary design
- Commercial Lease between the City of Eveleth and Scenic Rivers Health Services
City Council September
The council will vote on resolutions to set the proposed 2026 tax levy and adopt the proposed 2026 budget, and will schedule a public hearing to discuss both. The proposed levy totals $3,035,948, including a general levy of $2,710,821 and special levies for capital notes, debt service, and tax abatement.
- Resolution establishing proposed 2026 tax levy of $3,035,948
- Resolution adopting proposed 2026 budget
- Setting date and time for public hearing on proposed budget and tax
- General levy: $2,710,821
- Special levies: capital notes $71,465, debt service $247,003, tax abatement $6,659
City Council September
The Eveleth City Council will discuss various topics including the appointment of a Zoning Administrator and an EMS Operations Supervisor, a condemnation order for 717 Summit Street, and a gas easement request from Minnesota Energy Resources. The council will also consider a resolution to apply for funds from the Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation for the Residential Redevelopment Program. The meeting will also include updates from the Code Enforcement Officer and the Police Chief.
- Zoning Administrator Independent Contractor for 2026
- EMS Operations Supervisor Independent Contractor for 2026
- Condemnation order for 717 Summit Street
- Gas easement request from Minnesota Energy Resources
- Resolution for Residential Redevelopment Program funds
City Council September
The Eveleth City Council is meeting to discuss various items, including a Minnesota Historical Society Fiscal Agent Agreement, antenna and tower permit fees, and a condemnation order for 717 Summit Street. The council will also discuss a community garden and boat access to St. Mary's lake. The agenda is largely procedural, with several presentations and reports from city officials.
- Minnesota Historical Society Fiscal Agent Agreement for the US Hockey Hall of Fame Museum
- Resolution establishing antennas and towers permit and application fees
- Update on condemnation order for 717 Summit Street
- Discussion of community garden
- Discussion of boat access to St. Mary's lake from city-owned property
City Council August
The Eveleth City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including donation options on benches, a grant request from the Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation, a future economic development position, options for the Minnesota Discovery Center, an update on a grocery store, and a report from Widseth on the condition and future of the 'Big Stick' hockey stick monument. The Big Stick report details repair and replacement cost estimates from multiple contractors.
- Discussion of Widseth's memo on the 'Big Stick' hockey stick, including repair and replacement cost estimates from multiple vendors (e.g., $125,000 for a new wood stick, $44,965.36 for pressure-treated Southern Yellow Pine, $28,000 for a rubberized coating repair).
- Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation grant ask.
- Future position — economic development.
- Minnesota Discovery Center options.
- Update on grocery store.
City Council August
The Eveleth City Council will consider a request to amend a joint powers agreement to lower the quorum for the cable television access board from four to three members, following the Town of Fayal's withdrawal. The council will also discuss updates to the Earned Sick & Safe Time Leave Benefit Policy, a call for bids for a new parking lot at the former school campus, and an ordinance regulating antenna and tower permit fees.
- Request to amend Joint Powers Agreement for cable access board quorum from 4 to 3 members
- Earned Sick & Safe Time Leave Benefit Policy updates
- Call for bids for a new parking lot at the former school campus
- Ordinance No. 88, 2nd Series Regulating Antennas & Towers — Permit & Application Fees
- Consider quote for demo GenesisSL2 Ram eForce
City Council August
The Eveleth City Council will consider several new business items including a resolution setting cemetery columbarium rates, an independent contractor agreement for code enforcement, and authorizing a quote packet for storm sewer replacement. The meeting also includes approval of July 2025 claims and a police officer training request.
- Resolution approving cemetery columbarium rates
- Independent contract with Brian Lillis for code enforcement services
- Authorizing Bolton & Menk to proceed with quote packet for storm sewer replacement near City garage
- Resolution accepting donation for fire prevention education
- Approval of claims for July 2025
City Council July
The Eveleth City Council will discuss various topics including a new antenna ordinance, tennis/pickleball court resurfacing, and a proposal for demolition at 1502 1st Street. They will also consider quotes for a new dog park and a Genesis extrication cutter. The meeting will include presentations from the Police Chief, Public Works Director, and City Engineer.
- $81,700 and $4,300 for tennis/pickleball court resurfacing
- Demolition quote for 1502 1st Street
- Quote for Genesis SC240 SL3 Nxt Gen extrication cutter
- New antenna ordinance
- Rescheduling of September 1 City Council meeting
City Council July
The Eveleth City Council will discuss a potential fire consolidation with Fayal Township and the City of Gilbert, introduce an ordinance regulating antennas and towers, and consider multiple construction pay applications totaling over $340,000. The meeting also includes a reappointment to the Economic Development Authority and a lease with the DNR for possible business park development.
- Discuss Fire Consolidation with Fayal Township and City of Gilbert
- Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Regulating Antennas and Towers
- Pay Application No. 2 from Peterson Sheet Metal, Inc. for $134,536.53 for Multipurpose Building Boiler Reconstruction Project
- Pay Application No. 013/Final from Max Gray Construction for $131,279.32 for City of Eveleth Projects
- Miscellaneous Lease between Minnesota DNR and City of Eveleth for property west of Highway 53 for possible business park development
City Council June
The council will vote on an access agreement with United Taconite for the July 4th fireworks show and cleanup, approve a $290,077.75 payment for the airport watermain project, and consider a transient merchant license application. The meeting also includes accepting a Masonic Lodge donation for ambulance service and a proposal for a former school parcel parking lot.
- Access agreement with United Taconite for July 4th fireworks corridor (July 2-5)
- Pay request No. 1 for $290,077.75 to 2EZ dba Jola & Sopp Excavating for Airport Watermain Project
- Transient merchant/solicitor license application
- Resolution accepting donation from Eveleth Masonic Lodge for ambulance service
- Proposal from Bolton & Menk for former school parcel parking lot
City Council June
The Eveleth City Council will vote on conveying real estate to the Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency, awarding a bid for Phase 3 Fayal Pond upgrades, and approving a K-9 donation. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a transient merchant license and a sign license agreement with 227 McKinley Ave LLC.
- Resolution Authorizing Conveyance of Real Estate to Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency
- Consider awarding bid for Phase 3 Fayal Pond upgrades
- Resolution Accepting K-9 Donation
- License between City of Eveleth and 227 McKinley Ave LLC for a sign on City property
- Approve Application for Transient Merchant/Solicitor License
City Council May
The Eveleth City Council is deciding on various matters including a new location for the dog park, a quotation for Phase 3 Fayal Pond parking area, and a pay application for the Multipurpose Building Boiler Reconstruction Project. The council is also discussing a request from the Police Chief to sell abandoned and forfeited guns and considering a $5,000 request to support 2025 4th of July events. The agenda items are primarily focused on city development and maintenance projects.
- Phase 3 Fayal Pond parking area quotation
- Multipurpose Building Boiler Reconstruction Project pay application of $206,749.64
- Request to sell abandoned and forfeited guns
- Dog park relocation
- 2025 4th of July events funding request of $5,000
City Council May
The Eveleth City Council will hold a second reading of ordinances regulating parking on Fayal Road and replacing the city's cannabis ordinance. They will also consider a $694,679 water revenue note for a water line to the airport, award a bid for Phase 3 Fayal Pond upgrades, and discuss several other items including a police officer's probationary status and a rental housing inspection contract.
- Second reading of an ordinance regulating parking on Fayal Road between Grant Avenue and Kimberly Avenue, and between Van Buren Avenue and Adams Avenue
- Second reading of an ordinance repealing and replacing Ordinance No. 80, 2nd Series, regulating the use, sale, and operation of cannabis in Eveleth
- Resolution to accept a $694,679 Minnesota Public Facilities Authority offer to purchase a General Obligation Water Revenue Note, Series 2025B, for a water line to the airport
- Consider awarding bid for Phase 3 Fayal Pond upgrades
- Resolution authorizing application to the Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation for the Residential Redevelopment Program for 1502 W. 1st Street
City Council April
The Eveleth City Council will meet to introduce first readings of two new ordinances and consider several agreements and purchases, including easements, land licenses, and garbage truck equipment. The meeting also includes presentations from city departments.
- Introduction and first reading of parking ordinance for Fayal Road between Grant Avenue and Kimberly Avenue, and between Van Buren Avenue and Adams Avenue
- Introduction and first reading of ordinance repealing and replacing cannabis regulations (Ordinance No. 80, 2"4 Series)
- Easement Agreement and Land License Agreement with Iron Range Learning and Development Center (dba Apple Tree Learning Center)
- Accepting quotes for garbage truck chassis ($X) from Ascendence Truck Center and garbage truck packer ($X) from EJ Equipment
- Resolution accepting donation for the library from Friends of the Eveleth Public Library
City Council April
The Eveleth City Council will discuss various topics including road salt purchases, Fayal Road area improvements, and a potential new location for Contented Critters animal shelter. They will also consider quotes for lawn mowers and a cascade system for SCBAs. The council will review a Memorandum of Understanding for the St. Louis County Multi-Disciplinary Team and a Medical Director Agreement. The meeting will also include presentations from the Police Chief, Public Works Director, and City Engineer.
- Purchase of road salt for 2025-26 season
- Fayal Road area improvements
- Contented Critters animal shelter location
- Quote for lawn mowers
- Cascade system for SCBAs
City Council March
The council will discuss a request from Brian Zadnikar of Big Stick Meatz LLC to acquire and develop city property, and consider a proposal from Bolton & Menk for the Junior High Parcel. Other business includes setting 2025 town hall dates, a snowmobile trail agreement, and a proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
- Request from Brian Zadnikar, Big Stick Meatz LLC, to acquire and develop city property
- Proposal of Services — Junior High Parcel from Bolton & Menk
- Set Town Hall meeting dates for 2025
- Landowner Permission Form and Addendum for a snowmobile trail on city property
- 2025 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Mayor Proclamation
City Council March
The Eveleth City Council will vote on a lease agreement with the Eveleth Heritage Society, authorize hiring two part-time Library Clerks, and review a quote for 2025 police squad car equipment. The meeting also includes approval of payroll and claims, and appointment of Kenneth Larson to the Joint Cable Television Access Board.
- Lease Agreement between the City of Eveleth and the Eveleth Heritage Society
- Authorize hiring of two part-time Library Clerks
- Quote for 2025 police squad car equipment
- Appointment of Kenneth Larson to the Joint Cable Television Access Board
- Approval of Claims — February 2025
City Council February
The Eveleth City Council will vote on a $24,500 limited Phase 2 environmental study for the bus garage and a resolution to sell a $245,750 general obligation capital note. They will also consider a master agreement with Widseth for architectural services and a service order for the multipurpose building boiler system. Other items include updated fire department officer positions and administrative guidelines, and requests to display a WPA mural and install a Born Learning Trail.
- Proposal from Northeast Technical Services for Bus Garage Limited Phase 2 environmental study at $24,500
- Resolution to sell a General Obligation Capital Note, Series 2025, in the amount of $245,750
- Master Agreement with Widseth for architectural services
- Service Order 01 with Widseth for Eveleth Multipurpose Building Boiler System
- Updated Fire Department Officer Positions and Administrative Guidelines
City Council February
The Eveleth City Council is deciding on appointments to the Park Commission and considering a Rental Housing Code and program development. They are also discussing a proposal from Northeast Technical Services for 408 Fayal Road and a resolution for a public hearing on the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan. The council is also reviewing the final reading of an ordinance amending the city code regarding council meeting times and places.
- Appointment of Luke Bjorge and Kathy Murphy to the Park Commission
- Proposal from Northeast Technical Services for 408 Fayal Road
- Resolution for a public hearing on the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan
- Final reading of an ordinance amending the city code regarding council meeting times and places
- Consideration of a Rental Housing Code and program development
City Council January
The Eveleth City Council will consider a cooperative construction agreement with MnDOT, Virginia, and St. Louis County for 2025 Highway 53 work. They will also discuss purchasing the former school property and whether to proceed with School Campus Concept Plans. Other items include approving a golf course manager contract, accepting donations for the ambulance service and K-9 unit, and hiring a utility clerk.
- Cooperative construction agreement for 2025 Highway 53 construction with MnDOT, City of Virginia, and St. Louis County
- Discussion on purchasing the former school property and School Campus Concept Plans
- Change Order 005 from Max Gray Construction for $9,236.85
- Pay Request No. 2 ($307,158.75) and No. 3 ($6,412.51) from DSG Company for AMI Water Meter Project
- Resolution accepting donation from Eveleth Elks Lodge 1161 for ambulance service
City Council January
The Eveleth City Council will consider a second reading of an interim ordinance that would temporarily ban new clubs and lodges in the downtown area. The council will also appoint an acting mayor, designate an official newspaper and depository, and approve independent contracts for zoning and EMS services.
- Second reading of an interim ordinance establishing a one-year planning moratorium on clubs and lodges
- Independent contract with Anthony Jeffries for zoning administrator services
- Independent contract with Therese Elverum for EMS operations supervisor services
- Pay application of $10,618.05 for the Leonidas Overlook Project
- Proposals from Abdo Solution for audit services and Bolton & Menk for engineering services