Farmington public meetings in 2025

Regular Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to establish charges and fees for city services for 2026. The body is also reviewing a five-year capital improvement plan and several license renewals.

• Public hearing and proposed Ordinance 2025-009 for the 2026 Fee Schedule
• 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Gambling permit for VFW Post 7662 for bingo events at 421 Third Street
• 2026-2027 Labor Agreement with LELS Local 387 Sergeants
• Third Amendment to Residential Solid Waste/Recycling Services Agreement with Dick's Sanitation

Special Work Session

The City Council will conduct interviews for open seats on four city boards and commissions. Selected applicants will undergo background investigations before being forwarded for final appointment on January 20, 2026.

• Interviews for 2 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board seats
• Interviews for 3 Rambling River Center Advisory Board seats
• Interviews for 1 Water Board seat
• Interviews for 3 Planning Commission seats

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review progress on the 2025 work plan and discuss ideas for the 2026 plan. The body will also discuss improvements for the Depot Way Arts Park based on resident feedback from recent open houses.

• Discussion of Depot Way Arts Park improvements
• Review of 2026 Work Plan ideas and draft plan
• Approval of 2025 Meeting Attendance Report for member payments of $30 per meeting
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Residential and Business Developments Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the Malszycki/Pelach property to determine if amendments to the Comprehensive Plan are appropriate. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan amendments for Malszycki/Pelach property
• Approval of November 12, 2025 Planning Commission minutes

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will review a draft 2026 work plan and evaluate progress on the 2025 plan. Members will also provide feedback on the December 4 Boards and Commissions Reception and the December 6 Holiday Lighted Parade.

• Approval of November 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of 2025 Meeting Attendance Report
• Discussion of draft 2026 work plan
• Feedback on December 4 Boards and Commissions Reception
• Feedback on December 6 Holiday Lighted Parade

Regular Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the 2026 General Fund Budget and set the final tax levy. The body will also consider a new fire inspection ordinance and various labor and service agreements.

• Final 2026 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy (Resolution 2025-085)
• Ordinance 2025-008 regarding First Due's Fire Inspection, Testing & Maintenance solution
• 2026-2027 Labor Agreement with LELS Local 187 Patrol Officers
• Architect agreement with JLG Architects for City Hall Project
• $20,000 donation from Farmington Firefighters Relief Association to the City

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve minutes from the October 27 meeting and review bills for payment. The board will also receive project updates during an open forum, though no actions are scheduled for those items.

• Approval of bills totaling $122,168.16
• Update on Well 1 and Well 2 abandonment contract with Keys Well Drilling for $66,700
• Update on Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth Addition water system improvements (up to $195,000)
• Discussion of backflow prevention device inspection proposal from Backflow Solutions, Inc. (BSI)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss adopting a final levy request for the 2026 fiscal year. The body will also receive a presentation regarding potential involvement in Expo 2031 Minnesota, USA.

• Resolution 2025-03 to approve a proposed maximum FY 2026 levy request of $250,000
• Presentation and discussion on Expo 2031 Minnesota, USA
• Approval of August 18, 2025 and October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the Monthly Financial Report

Regular Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a drainage and utility easement vacation at Parkview Ponds. The body is also considering the final plat for the Parkview Ponds Second Addition and designating 2026 polling locations.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-078 to vacate a drainage and utility easement in the Parkview Ponds Plat
• Resolution 2025-081 to approve and authorize the final plat for Parkview Ponds Second Addition
• Resolution designating precincts and polling locations for 2026
• Temporary on-sale liquor license for Faribault Commandery No. 8, Knights Templar, for December 12, 2025
• Donations to the Rambling River Center from Michelle Bade and Nancy Bohn

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending the approval of a final plat for the Parkview Ponds Second Addition. This action would convert Outlot H into a single residential lot to prepare the property for appraisal and sale.

• Recommendation of Parkview Ponds Second Addition Final Plat
• Proposed vacation of blanket drainage and utility easement on Outlot H, Parkview Ponds

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the 2026 work plan and the use of electrical and motorized vehicles on trails. The body will also review playground equipment for Prairie View Park and progress on the 2025 work plan.

• Discussion of electrical and motorized use on trails
• Playground equipment for Prairie View Park
• 2026 Work Plan ideas
• 2025 Work Plan progress review

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The advisory board will evaluate the Veteran's Recognition and Thank You event and plan for the Downtown Holiday Lighted Parade. Members will also discuss progress on the 2025 work plan and propose new ideas for the 2026 work plan.

• Review of Veteran's Recognition and Thank You event
• Planning for Downtown Holiday Lighted Parade window decorations and volunteers
• Discussion of 2026 Work Plan ideas
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Approval of October 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss maintaining statutory tort liability limits to cap potential claimant recoveries. The body is also considering the creation of a Deputy Public Works Director position to reduce reliance on contracted professional services.

• Resolution 2025-075 to maintain statutory tort liability limits (capping individual recoveries at $500,000)
• Authorization to hire a Deputy Public Works Director with a proposed wage of $110,214.54 - $142,402.84
• Engagement of LB Carlson for the 2025 Financial Audit
• Professional Services Agreement with WSB for Geotechnical Investigation
• Final payment and Change Order 1 for Flagstaff Avenue Mill & Overlay

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve minutes from September 22, 2025, and review bills for payment. The board will also receive project updates regarding backflow inspections and water system improvements.

• Approval of bills totaling $92,801.50
• Plan to contract with Backflow Solutions, Inc. (BSI) for backflow device data and notifications
• Discussion of potential city contracting for trunk-related water system improvements at Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth Addition (previously recommended up to $195,000)

Regular Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the certification of delinquent municipal services to 2026 property taxes. The body is also considering a design and construction agreement for a city skatepark and supporting a Dakota County capital improvement program.

• Agreement with Spohn Ranch, Inc for skatepark design and construction services
• Public hearing and Resolution 2025-071 to certify delinquent municipal services to 2026 property taxes
• Payment of claims totaling $1,143,290.39 for the period of 10/01/2025 to 10/14/2025
• Resolution 2025-072 supporting the Dakota County 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Right of Entry Agreements with True Gravity Ventures and Finnegan Trust for Northeast Area Trunk Utilities

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss ways to support and grow the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. The body will also review the October 2025 monthly financial report and a quarterly report on the Open to Business program.

• Acceptance of the October 2025 Monthly Financial Report
• Discussion on the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
• Review of the Q3 2025 Open to Business Quarterly Report
• Review of Director's Report on resource allocation and initiative impact

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 15 Fourth Street. The body will also discuss a Zoning Code Update Project and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for variance request from front yard setback and maximum building coverage at 15 Fourth Street (Kemps Farmington Cultured Business)
• Discussion of Zoning Code Update Project focusing on Title 10 Zoning
• Discussion of Spruce Street Overlay design standards
• Discussion of potential overlay for Pilot Knob Road
• Approval of August 12 and September 9, 2025 meeting minutes

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The advisory board will review several recent fundraisers and community events to provide input for next year. Members will also discuss ideas for the 2026 work plan and review progress on the 2025 plan.

• Review of raffle fundraiser with Farmington Rotary
• Review of Patio Party with Rambling River Center members and Minnwest Bank
• Review of annual breakfast and silent auction fundraiser
• Planning for Veteran's Recognition and Thank You Event
• Discussion of Rambling River Center's role in the Downtown Holiday Lighted Parade

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the 2026 Parks and Recreation Department fees and work plan ideas. The body is also considering the formal approval of a ribbon cutting event for new playground equipment.

• 2026 Parks and Recreation Department Fees
• Westview Acres Park Playground Equipment ribbon cutting proposal
• Depot Way Arts Park discussion
• 2025 and 2026 Work Plan progress and ideas

Council Work Session

The City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss managing the increase of e-bikes, e-scooters, and other motorized bikes on city trails. The council will also discuss a solid waste and recycling services agreement with Dick's Sanitation Service Inc.

• Discussion on motorized bike and e-scooter use on city trails
• Discussion on Solid Waste/Recycling Services Agreement with Dick's Sanitation Service Inc.

Regular Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda featuring various contracts, donations, and permits. Key actions include approving payments for city claims and authorizing new fire department staffing.

• Payment of claims totaling $1,426,893.23 for the period of 9/11/2025 to 9/30/2025
• Termination of contract with Proficient Construction for the Fire Station #1 Reroof Project
• Authorization to hire and set wages for Full-Time Firefighter and Fire Captain positions
• Professional Services Agreement with Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. for Devonshire Pond Maintenance Final Design
• Awarding of contracts for 2025 Fall Ash Tree & Stump Removal and 2025 Shade Tree Bond Grant Planting Phase 2

Water Board

The Water Board will vote on approving meeting minutes and bills. The board will also receive information updates on several water system projects, though no action items are scheduled for those discussions.

• Quotes for Well 1 and Well 2 abandonment ranging from $66,700 to $96,508.60
• Update on Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth Addition water system improvements
• Discussion of 220th Street and Northeast Area Trunk Utilities
• Update on Lead Water Service Inventory
• Update on Watermain Leak Detection Survey

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2026 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy. The body is also considering updates to park regulations and a platting waiver for a property on 190th Street W.

• Preliminary 2026 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy
• Ordinance 2025-007 amending park regulations
• Waiver of Platting Application for 5275 190th Street W
• 2025 Mill & Overlay Change Order No. 1
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Star of the North Council No. 276 Allied Masonic Degrees

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss an ordinance to amend park regulations in the Farmington City Code. The body will also review the 2025 work plan and the Rambling River Center operations report.

• Ordinance amending Title 6, Chapter 9 of the Farmington City Code regarding park regulations
• Review of Rambling River Center operations report
• Discussion of Westview Acres Park playground equipment ribbon cutting
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Review of parks and facilities tour with City Council and Rambling River Center Advisory Board

Planning Commission/City Council Worksession

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold a joint worksession to kick off the Zoning Code Update Project. Staff and HKGi consultants will present a project overview, audit findings, and a proposed public outreach strategy. The body will provide direction on code issues and community engagement.

• Discussion of consolidating or updating R-D, B-2, and DC-O downtown districts
• Review of Downtown Commercial, Highway 3, and Spruce Street overlay districts
• Proposed technical updates to EV standards, community solar garden standards, and landscape diversity
• Project timeline for draft code updates from October 2025 to May 2026
• Use of ARPA funding for the project, required to be spent by the end of 2026

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will provide direction to staff and recruiter David Drown Associates on how to proceed with hiring a City Administrator. This follows a failed attempt to reach an employment agreement with candidate Camille Hepola.

• Direction for City Administrator recruitment process

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will discuss proposed fee changes for 2026 and review the 2025 work plan. The board will also coordinate details for upcoming fundraising and community events.

• Proposed banquet room rental increase to $130 per hour (4-hour minimum)
• Proposed new 10-hour banquet room rental fee of $1,300
• Proposed Empire Room rental increase to $95 for a 2-hour minimum
• Proposed cleaning fee change to $80 per hour after three hours
• Discussion of Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser volunteer schedules

Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss and consider approving the adoption of First Due’s Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) solution. This cloud-based platform is intended to help the Fire Marshal’s Office digitize and enforce life safety requirements.

• Proposed adoption of First Due ITM software for fire inspection and compliance
• Proposed $20.00 reporting fee paid by third-party contractors per submission

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025A. The body is also considering a Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County to accept a $16,000 grant for an electric adult changing station at the Rambling River Center.

• Issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025A
• $16,000 Communities for All grant for Rambling River Center adult changing station
• Contract with Farmington ISD 192 for a School Resource Officer
• Professional Services Agreement with I & S Group, Inc. for 220th Street Trunk Utility Preliminary Design
• Contract award for abandonment of Well No. 1 and Well No. 2

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will conduct interviews with two finalists to fill the vacant City Administrator position. The body intends to select a top finalist and an alternate, then designate representatives to negotiate an employment agreement.

• Interviews with Camille Hepola and Peyton Mastera
• Selection of top finalist and alternate for City Administrator
• Designation of Mayor Hoyt and Councilmember Cordes to negotiate employment agreement with Pat Melvin of David Drown Associates

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve the July 28, 2025, meeting minutes and review bills. The board will also discuss several project updates, though no action items are scheduled for those discussions.

• Approval of bills totaling $111,195.01
• Discussion of Well 1 and Well 2 abandonment with estimated costs of $30,000 per well
• Updates on 220th Street and Northeast Area Trunk Utilities
• Updates on Lead Water Service Inventory and Water Storage Siting Study
• Updates on Salt Storage Facility and Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss the preliminary levy request for fiscal year 2026. The body is also asked to authorize staff to launch the "Share Our Downtown" parking campaign using programming funds.

• Resolution 2025-02: Preliminary Economic Development Authority Levy Request for 2026
• Authorization for "Share Our Downtown" parking campaign
• Review of Q2 2025 Open to Business Quarterly Report
• Approval of July 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss updating city codes regarding the keeping of honey bees and nuisance abatement. The body is also reviewing a contract for the Fire Station #1 reroof project and a grant for fire department safety equipment.

• Ordinance 2025-006 regarding honey bee keeping, nuisance abatement, and fee changes
• Contract award for the Fire Station #1 Reroof Project
• Resolution 2025-058 to accept a $2,500 CenterPoint Energy grant for personal flotation devices
• Time extensions for recording final plats for Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth and Fifth Additions
• Alta Access and Alta Video Upgrade

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a recent tour of Rosemount facilities and community outreach efforts. Members will also provide input on concept boards for an upcoming open house at Depot Way Arts Park.

• Depot Way Arts Park open house scheduled for September 10 at 6 pm
• Review of Rosemount parks tour including amphitheater, splash pad, and skatepark
• Review of National Night Out community outreach
• Progress update on the 2025 Work Plan
• Approval of July 9, 2025 meeting minutes

Special Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed 2026 preliminary budget. Staff will present an overview of the estimated tax levy, tax rate, and the Capital Improvement Plan. Council members will provide feedback to guide revisions before the budget is finalized for approval.

• Review of the Draft 2026 Preliminary Budget
• Discussion of estimated tax levy and resulting tax rate
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) items funded by the property tax levy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend whether the City Council should adopt Ordinance 2025-006. This ordinance would establish permits, fees, and performance standards for keeping honey bees on urban residential lots.

• Ordinance 2025-006: Proposed beekeeping regulations including a $100 initial permit fee and $40 renewal fee
• Proposed beekeeping requirements: Proof of a basics course or three years of experience
• Proposed hive limits: 2 colonies for lots under 0.5 acres; 4 colonies for lots 0.5 to 2.5 acres
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from July 8, 2025

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will discuss the center's grand reopening and ribbon cutting event. Members will also plan a breakfast and silent auction fundraiser and a patio party to thank Minnwest Bank.

• Planning for the Rambling River Center grand reopening and ribbon cutting
• Planning for a Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser
• Planning for a Patio Party with members and Minnwest Bank
• Review of the Vita Attiva Pickleball Event
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress

Council Work Session

The City Council will review a proposal from Eureka Township to designate approximately 318 acres near Farmington's southwestern boundary as commercial-industrial. The Council will discuss potential impacts on water quality and transportation infrastructure. Staff is also seeking direction on creating an official City award.

• Review of Eureka Township's Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 318 acres of commercial-industrial land
• CR 31 and CR 74 Corridor Study update
• Discussion on the development of an official City award

Regular Council

The City Council will review several consent items, including a gambling permit for the Church of St. Michael and a financial review for the quarter ending June 30, 2025. The body is also tasked with awarding a contract for the 2025 mill and overlay project.

• Award of contract for the 2025 Mill & Overlay
• Gambling Event Permit for a raffle at the Church of St. Michael on September 28, 2025
• Professional Services Agreement with Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. for 4th and Willow TSS Reduction Feasibility Study
• Purchase of brine equipment
• Fire Service Agreement with Dakota County Agricultural Society

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve the minutes from the June 23, 2025, meeting and review bills for approval. The board will also hold a general discussion on project information and updates with no action items scheduled.

• Approval of June 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills
• Project updates including the Denmark Avenue/220th Street Corridor Study
• Discussion of Lead Water Service Inventory
• Discussion of 2026 Street Improvements

Regular Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a five-year street reconstruction plan and the issuance of related bonds. The meeting also includes votes on cannabis business regulations and a police department security fence contract.

• Public hearing for Resolution 2025-051 regarding the Five-Year Street Reconstruction Plan and bonds
• Proposed contract award of $658,000 to Rochon Corporation for the Police Department Security Fence Project
• Ordinance 2025-004 establishing cannabis and hemp business regulations and retail registration fees
• Ordinance 2025-005 to repeal optional MN Building Code provisions regarding special fire protection systems
• 2026-2027 labor agreements with AFSCME Local 3815 for clerical, technical, professional, and maintenance units

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to review monthly financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also hold a discussion regarding collaboration and partnership opportunities with the Dakota County Regional Chamber.

• Partnership presentation from Jon Althoff, President of the Dakota County Regional Chamber
• Approval of June 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Monthly Financial Report

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will discuss purchasing new window shades using fundraising and donation funds. The board will also plan for a grand reopening event and a promotional event at Vita Attiva on July 26, 2025.

• Proposed purchase of 21 Hunter Douglas roller shades and installation for $4,731.76
• Planning for the Rambling River Center grand reopening and ribbon cutting
• Discussion of a raffle fundraiser with the Farmington Rotary
• Review of the Veteran's Steak Fry and Veteran's Recognition events
• Finalizing program demonstrations for the July 26 event at Vita Attiva

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the vision for Depot Way Arts Park and determine a date for a public open house. The body is also reviewing a parks and facilities tour schedule for the City Council and Rambling River Center Advisory Board.

• Discussion of vision and open house date for Depot Way Arts Park
• Approval of Parks and Facilities Tour schedule including Farmington Preserve Park, Troy Hill Park, and Daisy Knoll Park
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Discussion of community outreach and engagement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a community solar garden and a fence height variance. The body will also discuss a truck terminal expansion and several residential final plats.

• Conditional use permit for a community solar garden on PID: 14-03400-87-010
• Variance request for 2 feet of additional fence height
• Site plan review for R & L Carriers truck terminal expansion at 5260 208th St. W
• Final plat and PUD for Dakota Meadows Preserve 1st Addition (42 single-family lots)
• Recommendations for Vita Attiva Fourth and Fifth Additions

Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a draft ordinance for cannabis and hemp business regulations and updates to the 2025 retail registration fee schedule. Members will also provide input on whether to repeal an optional chapter of the MN Building Code regarding new buildings. Additionally, the council will discuss franchise fees.

• Draft ordinance establishing cannabis and hemp business regulations
• Proposed amendments to the 2025 Fee Schedule for retail registration
• Proposed repeal of MN Building Code Chapter 1306 Subpart. 3 (New Building)
• Discussion on franchise fees

Regular Council

The City Council will consider accepting the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The meeting also includes several development contracts and professional service agreements on the consent agenda.

• Development contracts for Dakota Meadows Preserve 1st Addition and Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth and Fifth Additions
• Professional services agreement with Abdo for human resources support
• Professional services agreement with WSB LLC for 2026 street improvements preliminary design
• Joint Powers Agreement with Town of Eureka for shared road maintenance
• Contracts for 2025 shade tree bond grant planting and summer ash tree and stump removal

Water Board

The Water Board will discuss recommending the use of Trunk Water and Water Funds for watermain improvements at the Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth Addition. The board will also review meeting minutes and approve bills.

• Proposed $195,000 expenditure for Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth Addition watermain improvements ($110,000 trunk costs and $85,000 lateral costs)
• Approval of May 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review and approval of bills
• Discussion of Denmark Avenue/220th Street Corridor Study
• Discussion of Comprehensive Land Use Plan/Metropolitan Council

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss the preliminary 2026 budget, work plan, and levy request. The body is also asked to authorize the Executive Director to execute a contract with CivicSend for Farmington's EDGE.

• Authorization of CivicSend contract for Farmington's EDGE
• Discussion of 2026 Preliminary Budget, Work Plan, and EDA Levy
• Partnership presentation from The Brookshire Company
• Discussion on the Farmington Local IMPACT Program (IMPACT)
• Review of Monthly Financial Report

Regular Council

The City Council will review final plats for the Farmington Industrial Park 4th Addition, Vita Attiva at South Creek, and Dakota Meadows Preserve. The body is also considering a grant application to hire six full-time fire staff and the creation of police captain positions.

• Resolution 2025-043: Final Plat for Farmington Industrial Park 4th Addition
• Resolutions 2025-044 and 2025-045: Final Plats for Vita Attiva at South Creek 4th and 5th Additions
• Resolution 2025-046 and Ordinance 2025-003: Final Plat and PUD for Dakota Meadows Preserve 1st Addition
• Resolution 2025-042: SAFER Grant application for 6 full-time fire staffing
• Creation of Police Captains and revised Police Department organizational chart

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review student voting results to finalize the selection of playground equipment for Westview Acres Park. The body is also reviewing the 2026–2030 Park Improvement Fund Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

• Recommendation to City Council for Westview Acres Park playground equipment with a target cost of approximately $60,000
• Review of the 2026–2030 Park Improvement Fund CIP
• Discussion of a food truck event with Empire Parks and Recreation Commission
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Parks and facilities tour with City Council and Rambling River Center Advisory Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommendations for an industrial park expansion and several residential final plats. The body will also discuss a draft ordinance regarding beekeeping.

• Site plan and final plat for R&L Carriers expansion at 5260 208th Street W
• Final plats for Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth and Fifth Additions
• Final plat and PUD (Ordinance No. 2025-003) for Dakota Meadows Preserve 1st Addition
• Discussion of a draft Beekeeping Ordinance

**CANCELLED** Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

Council Work Session

The City Council will meet for a work session to receive updates from the City Administrator and council committees. The primary action requested is to enter a closed session to discuss strategies for upcoming labor negotiations.

• Closed session to consider strategies for labor negotiations pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D.03

Regular Council

The City Council will administer the Oath of Office to Police Chief Nathanael Siem and consider appointing David Chanski as Interim City Administrator. The body will also review the 2026 ALF Ambulance budget and various municipal contracts.

• Oath of Office for Police Chief Nathanael Siem
• Appointment of David Chanski as Interim City Administrator effective July 2, 2025
• 2026 Apple Valley/Lakeville/Farmington (ALF) Ambulance Budget
• Contract for 2025 Pavement Rejuvenation
• Contract for Salt Storage Building Soil Correction

Water Board

The Water Board is reviewing expenditures from the Trunk Water Fund for street improvements and watermain oversizing. The board will also discuss water storage siting and the abandonment of Wells 1 and 2.

• Proposed $255,390 expenditure for 2025 Street Improvement Trunk Watermain
• Proposed Trunk Water Fund expenditure for Vermillion Commons 4th Addition watermain oversizing
• Proposed Trunk Water Fund expenditure for Meadowview Preserve 2nd Addition watermain oversizing
• Approval of bills in the amount of $65,057.43
• Discussion of a Water Storage Siting Study including a proposed 2.0 MG tower by 2027 and 4.0 MG reservoir by 2029

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss the Farmington Local IMPACT Program and review a grocery market study. The body will also receive informational presentations on housing needs and partnership opportunities with the Dakota County Community Development Agency.

• Initial discussion on the Farmington Local IMPACT Program (IMPACT)
• Review of a Grocery Market Study
• Presentation of the 2024 Dakota County Housing Needs Assessment
• Partnership presentation from the Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA)
• Approval of April 21, 2025 meeting minutes

Special Work Session

The City Council will discuss options for third-party hiring recruitment following the resignation of City Administrator Lynn Gorski. Staff will also provide a recommendation for an interim City Administrator to fill the vacancy effective July 2, 2025.

• Recruitment process for City Administrator position
• Recommendation for interim City Administrator

Regular Council

The City Council will consider a professional services agreement for Northeast Area Trunk Utilities preliminary design and select a health insurance broker. The meeting also includes retirement recognitions for the Police Chief and a Public Works employee.

• Professional Services Agreement with WSB LLC for Northeast Area Trunk Utilities Preliminary Design
• Selection of a Health Insurance Broker
• Development Contract Release for Vermillion River Crossings Lot 2, Block 3
• Retirement recognitions for Police Chief Gary Rutherford and Public Works Maintenance Worker Jeff Jones

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider recommending a specific trail route for the Dakota Meadows residential development. The body will also discuss community outreach strategies and a draft 2050 vision plan from Dakota County.

• Recommendation for a trail extending from Denmark Avenue to Ash Street (220th St. W.) at Dakota Meadows
• Discussion of Dakota County’s Draft 2050 Vision Plan for Parks, Greenways, and Natural Systems
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Planning for community engagement at events including the Riverview Elementary School Showcase

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a commercial daycare and final plats for the Vita Attiva at South Creek development. The body will also discuss a zoning amendment to allow major auto repair in the Mixed-Use Commercial/Industrial District.

• Site plan review for a 10,000 square-foot commercial daycare at 4640 Knutsen Drive
• Final plats for Vita Attiva at South Creek Fourth and Fifth Additions
• Zoning amendment request for 5465 212th Street W to allow major auto repair
• Withdrawal of Conditional Use Permit application by CrossFit Calypso, LLC

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will discuss the center's grand reopening and ribbon cutting event. Members will also plan for a Veteran's Steak Fry and a promotional event for new residential developments.

• Planning for the Rambling River Center grand reopening and ribbon cutting
• Discussion of program demonstrations for a July 26, 2025 event at new residential developments
• Volunteer coordination for the Veteran's Steak Fry fundraiser
• Review of the Arts and Crafts Fundraiser
• Proposed cancellation of the June 9, 2025 meeting

Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss courses of action for full-time staffing for the Fire Department. The body will determine whether to select a specific course of action or continue discussing other options.

• Full-time staffing options for the Fire Department

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss amending the city code regarding right-of-way management. The meeting also includes several proclamations and a consent agenda featuring gambling permits and liquor licenses.

• Ordinance 2025-002 to amend Title 8, Chapter 11 of the City Code regarding Right-of-Way Management
• Gambling event permits for Farmington Area Education Foundation, Youth Football Association, and Youth Hockey Association
• Temporary on-sale liquor licenses for The Rotary Club of Farmington for June 27-29 and August 23, 2025
• Agreement with Wayzata Results for race result timing services
• Request to waive fees for 2025 Top the Tater Days

** CANCELLED ** Water Board

The scheduled meeting was cancelled. The agenda included proposed expenditures for street improvement watermains and the approval of bills.

• Proposed $255,390 expenditure from Trunk Water Funds for 2025 Street Improvement Trunk Watermain
• Proposed expenditure of Trunk Water Funds for Vermillion Commons 4th Addition trunk watermain oversizing
• Approval of bills in the amount of $65,057.43

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review requests to sponsor two professional events. The body will also discuss partnership opportunities with the Minnesota Consortium of Community Developers.

• Proposed $1,850 sponsorship for a half table at the Minnesota Real Estate Journal Awards
• Proposed $1,000 Supporting Sponsorship for the 2025 MAEDC Best Practices Conference
• Discussion on partnership opportunities with the Minnesota Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD)
• Approval of March 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the Monthly Financial Report

Regular Council

The City Council will review a preliminary plat for the Dakota Meadows development and a PUD amendment for Meadowview Preserve. The body is also considering the repeal of city code regarding onsite individual sewage treatment systems.

• Resolution 2025-029 for Dakota Meadows preliminary plat and planned unit development
• Proposed amendment to Meadowview Preserve PUD Agreement regarding lot coverage
• Ordinance No. 2025-01 to repeal city code on onsite individual sewage treatment systems
• Contract award for 2025 Street Improvements
• Professional services agreements with Alliant Engineering, WSB LLC, and Wold Architects and Engineers

Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss and choose one of three options for the Farmington Firefighters Relief Association pension for 2025. The options involve different pension amounts and vesting schedules.

• Option A: Pension increases to $10,500 for 2025 with scheduled increases through 2029
• Option B: Pension increase of $2,000 to a new amount of $11,500
• Option C: Pension increase of $1,000 to $10,500 and reduced vesting terms to 7 years partial and 15 years full

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the facility's grand reopening, including a ribbon cutting and membership celebration. The board will also make decisions regarding an arts and crafts fundraiser and a veteran's recognition event.

• Planning for the Rambling River Center grand reopening and ribbon cutting
• Decisions on the arts and crafts fundraiser
• Scheduling a Veteran's Recognition and Thank You Event
• Marketing the center to new residential developments in Farmington
• Review of the 2025 Work Plan progress

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the Schmitz-Maki Arena seasonal report and discuss a joint food truck event with Empire. Members will also determine objectives for community outreach and engagement and review progress on the 2025 work plan.

• Schmitz-Maki Arena 2024-25 Winter Ice Season Report showing $339,849.50 in total revenue
• Discussion of a food truck event with Empire Parks and Recreation Commission
• Planning for community outreach events including Music in the Park and National Night Out
• Proposed tour of City of Rosemount Parks and Recreation facilities
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommendations for a preliminary plat and PUD for Dakota Meadows and a lot coverage amendment for Meadowview Preserve. The body will also discuss a draft beekeeping ordinance and a concept plan for the Harris Property.

• Recommendation for Dakota Meadows Preliminary Plat and Planned Unit Development
• Proposed amendment to Meadowview Preserve PUD to increase lot coverage to 40%
• Discussion of draft Beekeeping Ordinance
• Review of Lennar's concept plan for the 153-acre Harris Property
• Recommendation for Vermillion Commons 5th Addition Final Plat (66 townhome lots)

Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss policy guidance for managing right-of-way permits. Staff will also provide an overview of the GreenStep Cities program and the steps needed to achieve Step 3 recognition.

• Right-of-Way Management discussion regarding a 35% increase in utility permits from 2022-2024
• Review of 131 Utility ROW Permits administered in 2024
• GreenStep Cities Program overview and assessment of best practices

Regular Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a beer and on-sale wine license application. The body is also reviewing various professional service agreements, lease renewals, and a gambling permit for the Farmington Rotary Club.

• Public hearing for Beer & On-Sale Wine License for Grace Filled Table LLC dba Lighthouse Kitchen + Cafe at 953 8th Street
• Gambling Event Permit for Farmington Rotary Club raffle on September 9, 2025
• Pilot Knob Liquor Store lease renewal
• Professional services agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for CR 50 & Pilot Knob Road traffic signal replacement design
• Professional services agreement with INSPEC for Fire Station #1 reroof consultation

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve the February 24, 2025, meeting minutes and review bills for payment. The board will also discuss several infrastructure updates, including water storage and trunk watermain projects.

• Approval of bills in the amount of $29,449.68
• Update on Well 1 and Well 2 abandonment near Rambling River Center
• Water Storage Siting Study regarding a proposed 2 to 2.5 MG elevated tank
• Proposed 12-inch trunk watermain on 220th Street from Denmark Avenue to the Vermillion River
• 195th Street Trunk Watermain and Interconnect project with construction likely in 2025

Regular Council

The City Council will consider several professional services agreements for infrastructure and natural resource studies. The body is also deciding on a final plat for Vermillion Commons 5th Addition and requesting funding for greenway trails.

• Approval of Final Plat for Vermillion Commons 5th Addition
• Request for funding from the Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund for North Creek Greenway Trails
• Contract award for Dushane Parkway/Spruce Street Improvements
• Professional Services Agreement with Alliant Engineering, Inc. for Dushane Parkway/Spruce Street construction services
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Corinthian Lodge on April 26, 2025

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review the 2025 EDA Work Plan and hear a partnership presentation from Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College. The body will also act on several consent items, including financial reports and meeting minutes.

• Review of the 2025 EDA Work Plan
• Partnership presentation from Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College
• Acceptance of the Monthly Financial Report
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the 2024 Annual Report and discuss priorities for the Bike Pedestrian Plan. Members will also coordinate a 2025 parks and facilities tour with the City Council and Rambling River Center Advisory Board.

• Presentation of the Parks and Recreation Department 2024 Annual Report
• Discussion of Bike Pedestrian Plan Priorities
• Planning for 2025 Parks and Facilities Tour
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for an R&L Carriers expansion and a final plat for Vermillion Commons 5th Addition. The body will also review a concept plan for the Harris Property by Lennar.

• Site plan for R&L Carriers expansion at 5260 208th Street W, including a 72,017 sq ft terminal building addition
• Vermillion Commons 5th Addition Final Plat recommendation for City Council
• Harris Property Concept Plan by Lennar for review and feedback
• Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will review the Parks and Recreation Department's 2024 annual report. Members will discuss planning for a grand re-opening event, a veterans' recognition event, and an arts and crafts fundraiser.

• Parks and Recreation Department's 2024 Annual Report presentation
• Planning for Rambling River Center grand re-opening event
• Discussion of arts and crafts fundraiser decisions
• Planning for Veteran's Recognition and Thank You event
• Review of 2025 Work Plan progress

Joint City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Work Session

The Joint City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a work session to review a presentation on the Dakota County Parks 2050 Vision Plan. This plan updates the county's system for parks, greenways, and natural systems for the next twenty years.

• Presentation and discussion of the Dakota County Parks 2050 Vision Plan

Regular Council

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a development contract and project change orders. The meeting also includes a 2024 annual update from Public Works for informational purposes.

• Development Contract for Meadowview Preserve 2nd Addition
• Change Orders for the Rambling River Center Project
• Institution Community Work Crew Contract
• Authorization to dispose of surplus Parks and Recreation items
• Public Works 2024 Annual Update

Special Council

The City Council is meeting to review a request for a temporary on-sale liquor license. The license is for an event hosted by the Church of St. Michael on March 1, 2025.

• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for the Church of St. Michael at 22120 Denmark Avenue for March 1, 2025

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve the January 27, 2025 meeting minutes and review bills for payment. The board will also receive information updates on water infrastructure projects, though no action items are scheduled for the open forum.

• Approval of bills in the amount of $197,604.89
• Update on Well 1 and Well 2 Abandonment including a bid of $393,785.00
• MCES Water Efficiency Grant Program 2024-2026 grant amount of $12,400
• 2025 Street Improvements including watermain upsizing on Sunnyside Drive and Centennial Drive
• Project updates for R&L Carriers at Pilot Knob Road/CR 50

Special Work Session, Strategic Planning Meeting

The City Council and department staff will hold a special work session for annual strategic planning. The meeting is for discussion only regarding goals and priorities for 2025 and 2026.

• Discussion on goals and priorities for 2025 / 2026

Joint EDA and Parks & Recreation Commission Work Session

The Economic Development Authority and Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss a Wayfinding Plan developed by HKGi. The plan proposes a tiered system of signage to direct residents and visitors to downtown, parks, and trails.

• Proposed Tier 1 Monument signs at five city entry points
• Proposed Tier 2 Downtown Identifier signs at Depot Way Arts Park and Hwy 3/County Road 50
• Proposed Tier 3 Urban Kiosks at Rambling River Center, City Hall, and Ice Arena
• Proposed Tier 3 Park Kiosks at Lake Julia Park, Prairie Waterway, and Meadowview Park
• Proposed Tier 4 Vehicle Directional signs at 15 specific intersections

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss electing its 2025 leadership and reviewing 2024 economic development activity. The body is also asked to authorize several contracts and membership agreements for 2025.

• Contract with Minnesota Real Estate Journal (MREJ) for 2025 Marketing Plan for $10,000
• 2025 Membership Agreement with Community Venture Network (CVN) and The Brookshire Company
• Election of 2025 EDA Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Establishment of the 2025 EDA meeting schedule
• Acknowledgement of the City Council's designation of the official newspaper

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss a grant application for the design and construction of a skate park. The body is also reviewing several labor agreements for police officers and sergeants, as well as final payments for 2024 street improvements.

• Resolution to apply for a DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant for a skate park with up to $350,000 in matching funds
• Labor agreements with LELS Local #187 Patrol Officers and LELS #387 Sergeants
• Final payment and change orders for 2024 Street Improvements
• Payment of claims totaling $725,721.35
• Renewal of Consumption and Display Permit for Muddy Waters Studio at 511 Elm St

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the proposed location for Mystic Meadows Park on the Harris property. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review commission bylaws.

• Discussion of Mystic Meadows Park location on the Harris property
• Discussion of playground equipment for Westview Acres Park
• Chair and Vice-Chair elections
• Review of Parks and Recreation Commission Bylaws
• Open Meeting Law review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and appoint members to various committees for 2025. The body will also review and compare beekeeping ordinances to determine if a draft ordinance should be pursued.

• Election of 2025 Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointments to committees including MUSA Review Committee and Eureka Farmington Planning Group
• Discussion of potential beekeeping ordinance standards and permit requirements

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The advisory board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review board bylaws and open meeting laws. Members will also discuss marketing the Rambling River Center to new residents and planning fundraising events.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Decisions regarding the arts and crafts fundraiser
• Review of Advisory Board bylaws and ordinance
• Discussion of 2025 Work Plan progress
• Planning for Rambling River Center marketing to new residential developments

Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss adding an Employee Wellness/Support K9 to the Police Department. Members will also review a draft Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Policy based on a League of Minnesota Cities model.

• Discussion on adding an Employee Wellness/Support K9 to the Police Department
• Review of draft Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Policy

Regular Council

The City Council will discuss a professional services agreement for street improvement design and bidding. The meeting includes the swearing-in of five Fire Department personnel and the approval of various equipment and grant amendments.

• Professional Services Agreement with Alliant Engineering, Inc. for 2025 Street Improvement Final Design and Bidding
• Payment of claims totaling $2,553,809.68
• Purchase of John Deere 1575 Tractor and Attachments
• Amendment to grant contract with State of Minnesota for Intensive Comprehensive Police Officer Education and Training (ICPOET)
• Bid for the Well No. 1 and Well No. 2 Abandonment

Special Work Session

The City Council is holding a special work session to discuss the current Orderly Annexation Agreement. This meeting was requested by Castle Rock Township.

• Discussion of Orderly Annexation Agreement between City of Farmington and Castle Rock Township

Water Board

The Water Board will meet to approve the minutes from November 25, 2024, and review pending bills. The board will also discuss various project updates, though no action items are scheduled for the open forum.

• Approval of bills
• Review of November 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Well 1 and Well 2 Abandonment
• Updates on 2025 Street Improvements
• Updates on 195th Street Trunk Watermain and Interconnect

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss authorizing a Certificate of Completion and TIF Note for Ten Nineteen Development LLC. The body will also consider a letter of support for a T-Mobile Hometown Grant.

• Resolution 2025-01: Certificate of Completion and TIF Note for Ten Nineteen Development LLC (The Emery 74-unit apartments)
• Authorization of a letter of support for the T-Mobile Hometown Grant
• Acceptance of the December 2024 Monthly Financial Report
• Discussion of the Farmington Business Summit

Regular Council

The City Council will swear in six Police Department personnel and consider several permits for gambling and tobacco licenses. The body is also reviewing a final plat for Meadowview Preserve 2nd Addition and appointments for various city boards.

• Resolution 2025-11 to accept $53,383.80 in donations for the Police Department Toys for Town Program
• Public hearing for On-Sale and Sunday Intoxicating Liquor License for Granowski14 LLC dba The Mug at 18450 Pilot Knob Road #A
• Approval of Meadowview Preserve 2nd Addition Final Plat
• Contract with Xcel Energy for a transformer upgrade at the Rambling River Center
• Tobacco license application for Farmington Smoke & Vape, Inc. at 115 Elm Street E, Suite E

Special Work Session

The City Council is meeting for a special work session to conduct a confidential discussion. The session is for attorney-client privileged discussion of litigation regarding Court File No. 19HA-CV-24-5838.

• Closed session regarding Court File No. 19HA-CV-24-5838

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss recommending the Meadowview Preserve 2nd Addition final plat for City Council approval. The body will also accept the withdrawal of a plat application for Akin Knoll.

• Recommendation of Meadowview Preserve 2nd Addition final plat
• Withdrawal of Akin Knoll Combined Preliminary and Final Plat application
• Discussion of proposed cannabis business ordinance amendments to Title 10

Rambling River Center Advisory Board

The Rambling River Center Advisory Board will discuss a 2025 work plan and an arts and crafts fundraiser. The board is also tasked with discussing ways to promote the center to new residential developments.

• 2025 Work Plan including a goal to raise at least $15,000 for capital improvements
• Arts and Crafts Fundraiser including a vote on vendor fees
• Discussion on marketing to new residential developments such as Vita Attiva and The Emery
• Review of 2026 Rambling River Center fees and charges
• Planning for a re-grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss its 2025 Work Plan and a joint spring food truck event with the City of Empire. The body will also review the Minnesota DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant Program and plan for upcoming leadership elections.

• 2025 Work Plan including playground replacement at Westview Acres Park
• Spring Food Truck Event with City of Empire Parks and Recreation Commission
• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Outdoor Recreation Grant Program
• Chair and Vice-Chair elections scheduled for the February meeting
• Recognition of outgoing commission member Cody Fishman

Regular Council

The City Council will conduct a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor Joshua Hoyt and Councilmembers Jake Cordes and Steve Wilson. The body will also address several administrative appointments and consent items for 2025.

• Public hearing on petition to vacate a drainage and utility easement at 2688 213th Street W
• Contract award to TNC Industries Inc. for diesel exhaust extraction systems at both fire stations
• Agreement with Great River Automation for a building automation system at City Hall
• Appointment of Councilmember Holly Bernatz as Acting Mayor for 2025
• Contract award for 2025 Winter Tree & Stump Removal

Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss annual organizational assignments and committee appointments for 2025. The body will also review the city's speed limit plan and policy. Other items include reviewing council by-laws and policies.

• Discussion of Speed Limit Plan and Policy
• Review of 2025 Council Committee appointments (Resolution 2025-05)
• Review of City Council By-Laws and Policies
• Designation of official city depositories for fiscal year 2025 (Resolution 2025-08)
• Appointment of Lynn Gorski and Gary Rutherford as data practices Responsible Authority (Resolution 2025-07)