Faribault County public meetings in 2021
51 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the second reading of two ordinances regarding the Northgate Business Park PUD and floodplain management districts. The body will also review a consent agenda featuring equipment purchases and project agreements.
- Ordinance 2021-14 to amend Northgate Business Park PUD
- Ordinance 2021-15 regarding Floodplain Management Districts
- Professional Services Agreement with KLJ for TH 3-30th Street NW Roundabout noise study
- CIP purchase of two marked police squads and new portable radios
- Purchase of a battery-operated extrication tool
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a holiday gathering. No City business will be conducted at this meeting.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for terms beginning January 1, 2022. The body will also prepare its 2022 goals and work plan and verify its 2022 meeting schedule.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Preparation of 2022 Goals and Work Plan
- Verification of 2022 meeting dates and times
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the 2022 budget, tax levies, and Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also considering several zoning changes and labor agreements for police and firefighters.
- Public hearing for 2022 Budget, Tax Levies, and 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
- Proposed rezoning of 1440 Willow Street to C-2 Highway Commercial District
- Labor agreements for Local 320 Police Department Supervisory and Local IAFF 665 Firefighters (2022-2024)
- Resolution 2021-266 Adopting Sidewalk and Trail Improvement Plan 2021 Update
- Roof replacement plans for Buckham Memorial Library and Community Center
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review a draft of the circulation policy. The meeting also includes reports from the Director, the Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO.
- Review of draft circulation policy
- Discussion regarding bequests
- SELCO Foundation investment options report
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and land-use items. The body will review requests for easement purchases and lease options for a cellular tower.
- Request from Kwik Trip to purchase drainage and utility easement at 107 20th Street NW
- Cellular tower lease options
- Crandall Bequest discussion
- 2022 Snow & Ice Control Guidelines review
- Proposed precinct boundary revisions
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The purpose of the session is to evaluate the performance of City Administrator Timothy C. Murray.
- Performance evaluation of City Administrator Timothy C. Murray
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding public hearings regarding a property at 1440 Willow Street and the Northgate Business Park. The body will discuss changing the land use and zoning of the Willow Street property to allow for commercial and industrial use.
- Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1440 Willow Street to Commercial/Industrial Mixed-Use
- Rezone 1440 Willow Street from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-2 Highway Commercial
- Conditional Use Permit for Major Auto Repair at 1440 Willow Street
- Application to amend PUD Ordinance for Northgate Business Park
Parks and Recreation Board
The meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021, was cancelled.
City Council
The City Council will discuss zoning and park dedication ordinances and review several 2022 liquor and tobacco license renewals. The body is also considering feasibility reports for street and watermain improvements and new labor agreements for police services.
- Ordinance 2021-11: PUD Overlay District for two structures on one multi-family lot at 903 Spring Road
- Feasibility reports for 2022 MSA Street, Calvary Drive, Faribault Road/Lyndale Avenue Trail, and watermain improvements
- Labor agreements for MNPEA Police Support Services and Law Enforcement Labor Services (Local No. 357) for 2022-2024
- Resolution 2021-234 and 2021-235: Special assessments for delinquent water, sewer, storm water, and receivable accounts
- Ordinances 2021-12 and 2021-13 regarding park dedication and park development surcharges
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a meeting notice. No specific legislative items or decisions are listed for this meeting.
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to finalize the budget for all funds, levies, and fees. Members will also review the 2021 Comprehensive Water Plan Update and discuss the interview process for the Police Chief.
- Budget Work Session #7: Final Review of all funds, levies, and fees
- Review of City of Faribault 2021 Comprehensive Water Plan Update
- Discussion regarding Police Chief interview process
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider land use amendments and rezoning for 1440 Willow Street. The agenda also includes a plat approval for the Faribault Buckham Center Addition and proposed updates to the Unified Development Ordinance.
- Amend Comprehensive Plan for 1440 Willow Street to Commercial / Industrial Mixed-Use
- Rezone 1440 Willow Street from R-1, Single-Family Residential to C-2, Highway Commercial
- Preliminary and Final Plat Approval of Faribault Buckham Center Addition
- Amend Unified Development Ordinance Chapter 15, Article 7 regarding Park Dedication
- Amend Unified Development Ordinance Chapter 13, Article 2 regarding Floodplain Management
City Council
The City Council will discuss zoning variances and a PUD Overlay District for 903 Spring Road. The body is also holding public hearings regarding 2022 on-sale intoxicating liquor license fees and a currency exchange license renewal.
- Public hearing on increasing 2022 On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Fees
- Proposed PUD Overlay District and setback variances for 903 Spring Road
- Demolition of 1811 7th Street NW
- MnDOT Grant Agreement No.1047453 for Airport Maintenance and Operation
- Approval of an Early Retirement Incentive Program
Tourism Commission
The Tourism Commission will meet to review financial reports and lodging tax collections. The body will discuss the 2022 planning and draft budget, as well as the Minne-Roadtrip Co-op.
- 2022 Planning and Draft Budget Discussion
- Minne-Roadtrip Co-op
- Lodging Tax Collections report
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review a draft of the circulation policy. The agenda also includes reports from the Teen Advisory Board and SELCO, as well as a discussion regarding bequests.
- Review of draft circulation policy
- Bequest discussion
- SELCO Foundation investment options report
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential redevelopment of the Farmer Seed Building. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Board and Commission appointments.
- Farmer Seed Building redevelopment discussion
- Board and Commission appointments
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.
Parks and Recreation Board
The board will meet via Zoom to review requests for a softball complex plaque and pickleball. Members will discuss updates on Fleckenstein Bluffs Park, Viaduct Park, and the Hometown Hero Banner Program, alongside a new parkland dedication proposal.
- Plaque request at Softball Complex from Jesse Armbruster
- Pickleball request from Barry Shaffer
- Fleckenstein Bluffs Park update
- Viaduct Park update
- Parkland Dedication Proposal
City Council
The City Council will consider the sale of general obligation refunding bonds and hold public hearings on special assessments for street improvements. The body will also review permits for storage and development projects at Calvary Drive and Spring Road.
- Sale of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021B in the amount of $6,450,000
- Purchase of a General Obligation Water Revenue Note for $522,527
- Public hearings on special assessments for 2021 Street Reconstruction and 2020 13th Street NW Extension
- Conditional Use Permit for a new storage building at Calvary Cemetery, 3415 Calvary Drive
- Denial of variance and permit applications for 903 Spring Road
Airport Board
The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to receive an update from the Airport Manager. The board will also discuss a runway extension.
- Runway extension discussion
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review several proposals and code revisions. The meeting includes a joint session with the Environmental Commission and discussions on city ordinances.
- Request for Proposal for 217 Mill Street
- Proposed revisions to Park Land Dedication Requirements
- Amendment to City Code Chapter 14, Article IV regarding Massage Establishments
- Special logo for the 150th Anniversary of City Incorporation
- Joint meeting with the Environmental Commission
General
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.
City Council
The City Council will discuss the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds and special assessments for street and sidewalk improvements. The body is also reviewing utility franchise fee ordinances and various property waiver agreements.
- General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021B in the amount of $6,450,000
- Special Assessments for 2021 Street Overlay and Sidewalk Improvements (City Contract 2021-02)
- Ordinance No. 2021-9 regarding Utility Franchise Fees
- Petition and Waiver Agreements for 427 7th Street NW, 502 6th Street NW, 613 6th Avenue NW, and 1602 Rondarwal Lane
- Resolution 2021-210 Towards Zero Deaths (TZD) Agreement with the Department of Public Safety
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review draft changes to the Collection Development Policy and Meeting Room Policy. The board will also receive reports from the Director, the Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO.
- Review of Collection Development Policy
- Review of Meeting Room Policy
- SELCO Foundation Investment Options report
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several city initiatives and code revisions. The meeting follows an optional tour of the former VP On-Line Auction Building at 55 Willow Street.
- Proposed addition of a fine option for alcohol compliance violations to the City Code of Ordinances
- Review of CV 2040 Initiatives Rankings for the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan
- Discussion on Hometown Hero Banners
- Discussion on remote meeting attendance options
City Council
The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend utility franchise fees. The body is also considering bids for infrastructure projects and a conditional use permit for a garage.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-9 regarding Utility Franchise Fees
- Conditional Use Permit for a 1080 square foot garage at 1222 1st St. NE
- Bids for 2021 Miscellaneous Valve & Hydrant Replacement (Contract 2021-07)
- Bids for Well House No.5 Rebuild
- Special assessment hearings for 2021 Street Reconstruction and 2020 13th Street NW Extension
Parks and Recreation Board
The board is meeting to receive updates on several park projects and discuss upcoming community events. The agenda includes a report on a new Recreation Coordinator and planning for holiday celebrations.
- Inclusive Playground verbal update and slide review
- Fleckenstein Bluffs Park (Old Public Works Site) update
- Viaduct Park and Prairie Park Playground updates
- Appointment of Chad Barman as New Recreation Coordinator
- Planning for Home Town Holiday, Christmas Trees, Winterfest, and Heritage Days 2022
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and Debt Service Funds. The body will also consider revisions to the Downtown Master Plan.
- 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and Debt Service Funds
- Revisions to the Downtown Master Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit. The body is reviewing a request to build a garage for personal use in a single-family residential district.
- Public hearing for a conditional use permit for a 1080 square foot garage at 1222 1st Street NE
Airport Board
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to receive an update from the Airport Manager. The board is also scheduled to discuss a runway extension.
- Runway extension discussion
City Council
The City Council is reviewing preliminary property tax levies for the city, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Economic Development Authority for 2022. The body is also considering the annexation of city-owned land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships. A public hearing is scheduled regarding special assessments for street and parking lot improvements.
- Resolution 2021-182: 2022 Preliminary Property Tax Levy
- Public Hearing: Special Assessments for 2020 MSA Street Reconstruction and Buckham Center Parking Lot Improvements (Contract 2020-04)
- Ordinances No. 2021-6, 2021-7, and 2021-8: Annexing land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships
- Resolution 2021-195: Appeal of demolition denial for Johnston Hall at 633 1st Street SE
- Resolution 2021-187: Special Assessment Hearing for 2021 Street Overlay and Sidewalk Improvements (Contract 2021-02)
General
The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss reports from the Director, Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO. The board is scheduled to review the Collection Development Policy.
- Review of Collection Development Policy
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session regarding special revenue and enterprise funds. Discussion topics also include parkland dedication and options for the Downtown Block 45 Alley.
- Budget Work Session #5: Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds
- Parkland Dedication Discussion
- Downtown Block 45 Alley Options
General
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a draft franchise fee ordinance and a rebate policy. The body will also discuss Heritage Days 2022 and review tax increment and abatement.
- Draft Franchise Fee Ordinance and Franchise Fee Rebate Policy review
- Heritage Days 2022 discussion
- Tax Increment and Abatement overview
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several agreements and plats for the Met Con Business Park Fourth Addition. The body is also considering the first reading of ordinances to annex city-owned land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships.
- Acquisition of 55 Willow Street (Resolution 2021-177)
- Plats and construction agreements for Met Con Business Park Fourth Addition
- Annexation of land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships
- Special assessment hearing for 2020 MSA Street Reconstruction and Buckham Center Parking Lot
- Engineering proposals for Northern Links Trail Connection and TH 3 Trunk Sanitary Sewer Replacement
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the creation of a strategic plan for 2022-2024. The meeting also includes a review of the retreat schedule.
- Creation of 2022-2024 Strategic Plan
- Retreat Schedule
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to review funding requests for non-profit and civic organizations for 2022. Members will also conduct a budget session regarding the General Fund and property tax levies. Additionally, the council will discuss public housing repositioning and an appointment to the Economic Development Authority.
- 2022 funding requests for non-profit and civic organizations
- General Fund and property tax levies and tax impact
- Public housing repositioning process overview
- Appointment to the Economic Development Authority
City Council
The City Council will discuss the purchase of property at 55 Willow Street and first readings of ordinances regarding liquor sale hours and an easement vacation. The body is also reviewing a consent agenda including a tax-exempt revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School.
- Purchase of property at 55 Willow Street
- Ordinance 2021-5 to amend hours of operation for on-sale intoxicating liquor sales
- Resolution 2021-164 regarding a tax-exempt revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School
- Ordinance 2021-4 to vacate drainage and utility easement at MET CON BUSINESS PARK THIRD ADDITION
- Change Order No.1 for Flood Mitigation Project
General
The Library Advisory Board is meeting to receive reports from the Director, Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO. The board will discuss the 2022 budget process and the implementation of a fine-free system.
- 2022 Budget Process Update
- Fine Free Implementation
- Library Plaza Update
General
The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and adjournment. No specific legislative or business actions are listed for discussion.
City Council
The City Council will consider the final plat and development agreement for Camelot Court Estates. The body will also review a consent agenda including various permits, rental agreements, and street closures.
- Resolution 2021-104 and 2021-158 regarding Camelot Court Estates plat and development agreement
- RFP for the redevelopment of the former Lockerby property
- Purchase of SCADA System Computer Server via 2021 CIP
- Resolution 2021-159 for IRIS 5K/10K Turkey Trot street closures
- Faribault Ice Arena Agreement
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's financial share of the Camelot Court Estates storm sewer. The body will also review options for the Downtown Block 45 alley.
- City's share of Camelot Court Estates storm sewer
- Downtown Block 45 alley options
General
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a notice for a closed session. No substantive business items are listed for public discussion or decision.
Airport Board
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to receive an update from the Airport Manager. The board will discuss several airfield matters, including federal funding and a capital improvement plan.
- Proposed solar array
- Runway extension
- Fuel system hose
- Federal funding
- Capital Improvement Plan
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the budget, personnel, and fee schedules. Members will also review a development agreement for Camelot Court Estates and a special assessment policy update.
- Camelot Court Estates Development Agreement
- Budget Work Session #3: General Overview, Personnel, Fee Schedule, & Franchise Fees
- Special Assessment Policy update
- NW Area Water Tower Logos
- Buckham Memorial Library fine-free discussion
City Council
The City Council is discussing several land-use permits, including a rezoning request and a conditional use permit for auto repair. The body is also reviewing bids for water tower and sewer rehabilitation projects.
- Ordinance 2021-3: Rezoning from Open Space/Agricultural to C-2 Highway Commercial at 1507 Saint Paul Avenue
- Resolution 2021-145: Revised 2021 Fees, Charges and Utility Rates
- Resolution 2021-147: Ending the Local State of Emergency in the City of Faribault
- Resolution 2021-151: Bids for NW Area Water Tower - Contract 2019-12A
- Resolution 2021-150: Bids for 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Improvements - Contract 2021-08
General
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a draft Request for Proposals regarding the former Lockerby property.
- Draft Request for Proposals for the former Lockerby property
City Council
The City Council will conduct a work session to discuss the Long-Term Financial Management Plan. The body will also review plans for city sidewalks, trails, and park facilities.
- Budget Work Session #2: Long-Term Financial Management Plan
- Revision of City Sidewalk and Trail Improvement Plan
- Discussion on shelter and restroom at Fleckenstein Bluffs Park
- Discussion on Library Plaza furnishings
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a taxable revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School. The body will also consider bids for the NW Area Watermain project and several consent agenda items including a MnDOT maintenance agreement.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2021-132 regarding taxable revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School
- Resolution 2021-134 to accept bids for NW Area Watermain, Contract 2019-12B
- Resolution 2021-133 for MnDOT Contract No. 1046450 Trunk Highway Maintenance Agreement (FY 2022-2023)
- Union Pacific Railroad Right of Way Agreement
- Resolution 2021-131 to approve Archery Deer Hunt at River Bend Nature Center