Fridley, Minnesota

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Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

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Planning Commission

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Public Arts Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Parks and Recreation Commission

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Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

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Charter Commission

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Planning Commission

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Housing & Redevelopment Authority

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Parks and Recreation Commission

Charter Commission

City Council

Public Arts Commission

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Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

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Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

Public Arts Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

City Council

City Council

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Charter Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

Council Conference Meeting

City Council

Public Arts Commission

General

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

City Council

City Council

Council Conference Meeting

City Council

Planning Commission

City Council

City Council

Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

Public Arts Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

City Council

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

City Council

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

City Council

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

City Council

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

City Council

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Planning Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider approving three highway safety improvement grants, claims payments, and the appointment of election judges for the 2026 election.

• Approve HSIP grant applications for citywide safety improvements
• Approve claims for the period ending July 8, 2026
• Appoint election judges for the 2026 election year
• Affirm a potentially dangerous dog declaration
• Approve minutes from the June 22, 2026 City Council meeting

City Council

The Fridley City Council meeting will include an IT Division update and a finance update covering June 2026 year‑to‑date. No decisions or votes are listed; the agenda items are informational reports. The meeting also provides accessibility information for interpretation and disability accommodations.

• IT Division Update – informational report
• Finance Update – June 2026 year‑to‑date financial report

Parks and Recreation Commission

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Public Arts Commission

City Council

The Fridley City Council will meet to discuss transportation funding requests and review Chapter 5 of the City Charter. The meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at 7071 University Avenue NE.

• Transportation Funding Requests - Status Update
• Chapter 5 of the City Charter, City Council Discussion

The City Council held a conference meeting to review capital improvement project grant requests and discuss changes to the City Charter. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The City Council will review several grant applications and agreements with the Metropolitan Council. The body is also discussing cost assessments for a 2026 street rehabilitation project.

• Water Efficiency Grant Agreement with the Metropolitan Council
• Active Transportation Grant Application for East River Road Trail Gap Project
• Active Transportation Grant Application for Gardena Avenue Trail Project
• Regional Solicitation Grant Application for 57th Avenue Northtown Yard Overpass Project
• Cost assessments and public hearing notice for Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST-2026-01

The City Council approved the consent agenda and several resolutions regarding grants for water efficiency, trail projects, and road overpasses. The council also moved forward with a street rehabilitation project assessment and approved recent claims.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Water Efficiency Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council (Resolution No 2026-71)
• Authorized East River Road Trail Gap Project grant application (Resolution No. 2026-72)
• Authorized Gardena Avenue Trail Project grant application (Resolution No. 2026-73)
• Authorized 57th Avenue Northtown Yard Overpass Project grant application (Resolution No. 2026-74)
• Approved Gifts, Donations, and Sponsorships received May 20 to June 17 (Resolution No. 2026-75)
• Ordered assessment roll for 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST-2026-01 (Resolution No. 2026-78)
• Approved claims for the period ending June 17, 2026 (Resolution No. 2026-76)

Planning Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider approving street rehabilitation projects, a highway improvement agreement, and the annual financial report. The meeting also includes the approval of meeting minutes and claims.

• Approve Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2026-02
• Approve Summit Square Park Improvements Project
• Approve MN DOT Final Layout for Trunk Highway 65
• Approve Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Approve Conditional Use Permit for 125-foot telecommunications tower

The City Council approved municipal consent for the MnDOT Trunk Highway 65 improvement project, which includes new roundabouts. Additionally, the council accepted the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025.

• Approved Municipal Consent for MnDOT Trunk Highway 65 Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Proposed Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Regular Agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will meet to discuss the transfer of Islands of Peace Park to Anoka County and potential uses for Local Affordable Housing Aid funds. The meeting will also include an update on the Metropolitan Council Lift Station L32A.

• Update on Metropolitan Council Lift Station L32A visual and construction impacts
• Discuss transfer of Islands of Peace Park property to Anoka County
• Discuss potential uses of Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) Funds

The City Council held a conference meeting to discuss the Metropolitan Council's lift station construction plan and visual impacts. Discussion also covered the potential transfer of Islands of Peace Park property to Anoka County and possible uses for Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) funds.

• Discussed Metropolitan Council Lift Station L32A construction site plan
• Discussed option to transfer Islands of Peace Park property to Anoka County
• Discussed potential uses for Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) fund

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider approving its pending expenditures. It will also approve the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting and conduct its annual election of officers. An informational update on housing programs will be presented.

• Approval of Expenditures
• Approval of the Minutes from the January 8, 2026 HRA Meeting
• Annual Election of Officers
• Update on Housing Programs

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will hear presentations on the 57th Avenue Bridge, the Sylvan Hills Park community art project, updates to the Utility Box Art Wrap program, and a review of the Manoomin sculpture sign style. These items are for discussion and information; no specific actions are noted in the agenda.

• 57th Avenue Bridge Presentation
• Sylvan Hills Park Community Art Project
• Utility Box Art Wrap Program Updates and Next Steps
• Manoomin Sculpture Sign Style Review

Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider several resolutions, including a data practices policy, artwork recommendations, and a water-quality cost-share agreement with the Rice Creek Watershed District for dog-waste stations. It will also extend a special-use permit for the Al Shifa Clinic at 1413 Gardena Avenue NE and approve gifts, donations, and sponsorships received between April 23 and May 19, 2026. Additional items include an amendment to Chapter 404 on vehicles and approval of claims for the period ending May 20, 2026.

• Resolution No. 2026-58: Authorizing a Water Quality Cost Share Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District for Dog Waste Stations
• Resolution No. 2026-59: Approving an Extension for Special Use Permit SP #25-02 for Al Shifa Clinic at 1413 Gardena Avenue NE
• Ordinance No. 1438: Amending Chapter 404, Vehicles (Second Reading)
• Resolution No. 2026-61: Approving Gifts, Donations and Sponsorships Received Between April 23, 2026 and May 19, 2026
• Resolution No. 2026-55: Authorizing Participation of the City of Fridley in the Minnesota Local Performance Measurement Program

The council adopted the regular agenda and approved participation in the Minnesota Local Performance Measurement Program. It also approved the artwork recommendations and extended support for the Utility Box Art Wrap pilot. All actions were approved by unanimous voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted amended consent agenda (items 5 & 6 removed) – unanimous voice vote
• Adopted regular agenda – unanimous voice vote
• Authorized participation in Minnesota Local Performance Measurement Program (Resolution 2026-55) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved artwork recommendations for Utility Box Art Wrap pilot (Resolution 2026-56) – unanimous voice vote
• Acknowledged and extended support for proposed Utility Box Art Wrap installation (Resolution 2026-57) – unanimous voice vote
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to receive updates on several city and county matters. The session focuses on informational reports rather than legislative decisions.

• Update on Building Inspections Activity
• Update on Northstar Commuter Rail Closure
• Anoka County's Safe County Initiative Update

The council heard a presentation on building inspection activities, an update on the Northstar commuter rail closure, and information on Anoka County's Safe County Initiative drone response program. No motions were made, and no votes were taken.

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and elect officers. The body will also hold a public hearing for a conditional use permit to build a new telecommunications tower.

• Elect Vice Chair
• Approve 10-15-2025 Planning Commission Minutes
• Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit #26-01 for 125-foot tower at 1241 72nd Avenue NE

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to hold the second Policy Advisory Commission meeting for the Safe Streets For All Action Plan. The body will also review updates regarding the Energy Action Plan, grants, and outreach events.

• Safe Streets For All Action Plan, Policy Advisory Commission Meeting #2
• Energy Action Plan updates
• Grant updates
• Outreach and event updates

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval and receipt of several meeting minutes. New business includes a resolution to award the 85th Avenue Trail Rehabilitation Project, a joint powers agreement with the State of Minnesota for access to the Criminal Justice Data Communications Network, a grant agreement with MnDOT for federal transportation grant assistance, and a letter of support for a habitat restoration proposal at Locke Park. An ordinance will amend Chapter 404 concerning vehicles. The meeting will also include an open forum for public comments.

• Resolution No. 2026-50 – Awarding 85th Avenue Trail Rehabilitation Project No. 25443
• Resolution No. 2026-49 – Approving a Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota for access to the Criminal Justice Data Communications Network (CJDN)
• Resolution No. 2026-51 – Authorizing execution of grant agreement with MnDOT for SS4A Federal Transportation Grants Technical Assistance and IIJA Discretionary Match
• Resolution No. 2026-52 – Approving a Letter of Support for Great River Greening proposal for habitat restoration at Locke Park
• Ordinance No. 1438 – Amending Chapter 404, Vehicles

City Council

The City Council is holding a conference meeting to discuss the roles and vision for stakeholder groups within the Public Art Program.

• Discussion of Public Art Program Roles and Vision for Stakeholder Groups

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will meet to review and evaluate submissions for utility box art wraps. The body will also review minutes from the April 1, 2026 meeting.

• Evaluation of Utility Box Art Wrap submissions

Parks and Recreation Commission

General

The Fridley Charter Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and discuss future topics. The agenda includes a letter from Mayor Ostwald and prospective commissioner interviews.

• Approval of April 6, 2026 Joint Charter Commission and City Council Meeting Minutes
• Letter from Mayor Ostwald
• Prospective Commissioner Interviews
• Future Meeting Topics

Charter Commission

General

The Local Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to consider one resolution regarding property valuations. The board will discuss and vote on the equalization of assessed valuations for real and personal property within the city.

• LBAE Resolution No. 2026-01: Approving the Equalization of Assessed Valuations of Real and Personal Property

The Local Board of Appeals and Equalization adopted its agenda and approved Resolution No. 2026-01, which equalizes assessed values for real and personal property in Fridley. The revised Exhibit A was accepted into the record. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Adopted regular agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted revised Exhibit A into the record (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved LBAE Resolution No. 2026-01, equalizing assessed valuations (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider approving a grant for tree planting and a contract for school resource officer services. The meeting also includes approval of meeting minutes and claims, and a public hearing for a highway improvement project.

• Approve Tree Planting Program Grant Agreement with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
• Approve Agreement with Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District for School Resource Officer Services
• Call for Public Hearing for MnDOT Trunk Highway 65 Improvement Project
• Approve Gifts, Donations and Sponsorships Received Between March 19 and April 22, 2026
• Approve Claims for the Period Ending April 22, 2026

The council adopted the consent agenda and approved the minutes from the April 13 meeting. It authorized grant agreements for tree planting and water‑quality equipment, approved a contract for school resource officer services, and approved a therapeutic massage license and recent gifts. All actions were passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 13 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Community Planting Program grant with DNR (Resolution 2026-41, unanimous)
• Authorized Water Quality cost‑share for ice‑breaker attachment (Resolution 2026-42, unanimous)
• Approved school resource officer services agreement (Resolution 2026-44, unanimous)
• Called public hearing for MnDOT Highway 65 improvement (Resolution 2026-48, unanimous)
• Approved therapeutic massage enterprise and individual license for Lihua Wang, Senmiao, LLC (Resolution 2026-43, unanimous)
• Approved gifts, donations, and sponsorships received Mar‑Apr 2026 (Resolution 2026-47, unanimous, Mayor recused)

City Council

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to discuss the Block Captain Program.

• Discussion of Block Captain Program

The Fridley City Council met on April 27, 2026 at City Hall. Police Chief Ryan George presented background on converting the Block Captain program into a Neighborhood Ambassador Program. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded, so no decisions were made.

General

The Planning Commission, Human Resources Agency, and City Council will meet for a joint work session. The purpose is to begin the Comprehensive Plan update process. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Comprehensive Plan Update – joint kickoff session with Planning Commission, HRA, and City Council

The joint worksession included a presentation by the consultant on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was limited to an informational overview.

Planning Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will consider approval of the minutes from its March 10, 2026 meeting. It will vote on rescheduling the May 12, 2026 meeting. The commission will receive updates on the Active Transportation Plan, the Energy Action Plan, grant status, and outreach activities. Additional informal status updates will be provided.

• Approve minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting
• Reschedule the May 12, 2026 meeting
• Review Active Transportation Plan update
• Review Energy Action Plan updates
• Review grant and outreach updates

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding contracts for a street rehabilitation project and a Safe Routes to School improvement project. The body will also discuss public safety agreements for the 2026 3M Open and parking restrictions on 61st Avenue and 7th Street.

• Awarding Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2026-01
• Awarding Safe Routes to School Improvement Project No. ST2026-21
• No Parking Designation on portions of 61st Avenue and 7th Street
• Agreement with City of Blaine for public safety services during the 2026 3M Open
• Grant agreement with Metropolitan Council for Inflow/Infiltration Reduction

The council unanimously approved the Safe Routes to School Improvement Project (Resolution 2026‑34) with a bid of $1,072,728.84 plus a five‑percent contingency. It also approved the Street Rehabilitation Project (Resolution 2026‑35) and the 2026‑2027 city business license renewals (Resolution 2026‑31). The consent agenda and regular agenda were each adopted by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Safe Routes to School Improvement Project ($1,072,728.84 + 5% contingency) – voice vote unanimous (Resolution 2026‑34)
• Approved Street Rehabilitation Project awarded to Park Construction Company – voice vote unanimous (Resolution 2026‑35)
• Approved 2026‑2027 City Business License Renewals – voice vote unanimous (Resolution 2026‑31)
• Adopted Consent Agenda – voice vote unanimous
• Adopted Regular Agenda – voice vote unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – voice vote unanimous

City Council

The City Council will review the March 2026 year-to-date finance update and discuss objectives for the 2027 budget. The meeting also includes an update on the implementation of the Parks System Improvement Plan (PSIP).

• March 2026 Year-to-Date Finance Update
• 2027 Budget Outlook & Objectives
• Parks System Improvement Plan (PSIP) implementation update

The council heard a finance update showing the 2026 budget is on track. Staff presented information that will affect the 2027 budget. An update on the Parks System Improvement Plan was given, noting it remains ahead of schedule and within budget. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

General

The Charter Commission will meet to conduct interviews for a commission vacancy and discuss Chapter 5 with the Fridley City Council.

• Interviews for prospective commissioners to fill a vacancy
• Chapter 5 presentation and discussion with City Council

The Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 2 and March 2, 2026 Charter Commission minutes. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously. The Commission noted a vacancy and will interview applicants at the May meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved February 2 and March 2, 2026 Charter Commission minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Presented certificate of appreciation to Commissioner Ted Kranz
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Charter Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes and the agenda. The commission will hear a presentation from Anoka County Parks about Islands of Peace Park. A resident will present on disc golf at Locke Park. A staff report for the April 6, 2026 meeting will be provided.

• Approval of March 2, 2026 minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Anoka County Parks presentation on Islands of Peace Park
• Resident presentation on disc golf and Locke Park
• Staff report for April 6, 2026 meeting

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Public Arts Commission

The Fridley Public Arts Commission will discuss updates to the Utility Box Art Wrap pilot program and the process for selecting artists. It will also consider the VARA waiver needed for a partnership with the Minnesota Department of Transportation, provide an update on the Sylvan Hills Community Art Project, and talk about a potential site for an Art Trail.

• Utility Box Art Wrap pilot program updates and artist selection discussion
• VARA waiver requirement discussion for MNDoT partnership
• Sylvan Hills Community Art Project update
• Art Trail site discussion

City Council

At this meeting, the Fridley City Council will receive a report from Councilmember Bolkcom on the activities of local boards and committees. The council will also get an update from the Code Enforcement and Rental Inspections staff on recent enforcement actions and inspection activities. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Councilmember Bolkcom provides Local Boards and Committees Update
• Code Enforcement and Rental Inspections staff give operational update

Councilmember Ann Bolkcom briefed the council on her role with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization. The council also heard a presentation from Senior Housing Inspector Andrea Buddhu and Code Enforcement Inspector Jordynn Poferl on recent property code enforcement updates. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will review a final budget reappropriation for funds ending December 31, 2025. The body is also considering a contract for towing, impounding, and storage services. Other items include the approval of claims and received donations.

• Resolution No. 2026-27: Contract with Schmit Towing for Towing, Impounding and Storage Services
• Resolution No. 2026-28: Final Budget Reappropriation for funds ending December 31, 2025
• Resolution No. 2026-30: Gifts, Donations and Sponsorships received Jan 14 to March 18, 2026
• Resolution No. 2026-29: Claims for the period ending March 18, 2026

The council adopted the consent agenda unanimously by voice vote. It approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 council and conference meetings, as well as minutes from two commission meetings. The council passed five resolutions: authorizing a Schmit Towing contract, reappropriating budget funds for FY 2025, approving gifts and sponsorships received Jan‑Mar 2026, and approving claims through March 18, 2026. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved March 9, 2026 council meeting minutes
• Received March 9, 2026 council conference minutes
• Received Feb 10, 2026 EQEC minutes
• Received Feb 4, 2026 Public Arts Commission minutes
• Authorized contract with Schmit Towing for towing, impounding, storage services (Resolution 2026-27)
• Approved final budget reappropriation for FY ending Dec 31, 2025 (Resolution 2026-28)
• Approved gifts, donations, sponsorships received Jan‑Mar 2026 (Resolution 2026-30)

Planning Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to consider several agenda items. Items include a review of the Active Transportation Plan and a Memorandum of Understanding with Xcel Energy for Phase Three of the Partners in Energy Program. The commission will also receive updates on the Streets for All Plan, the Energy Action Plan, and recent grants. Additional informal status reports and outreach updates will be discussed.

• Active Transportation Plan Review
• Memorandum of Understanding with Xcel Energy for Phase Three of the Partners in Energy Program
• Streets for All Plan Updates
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the February 10, 2026 minutes, each by unanimous vote. Commissioners also voted unanimously to recommend signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Xcel Energy for Phase Three of the Partners in Energy program. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended signing MOU with Xcel Energy (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes from February 23, 2026. It will vote on several resolutions: a source water protection grant with the Minnesota Department of Health, a grant for an inclusive playground at Commons Park with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, a hazard mitigation plan, and a joint powers agreement with the City of Coon Rapids for additional criminal prosecution services. The council will also take up an ordinance amendment to add fees for new Commons Park facilities and approve outstanding claims for the period ending March 4, 2026.

• Approve the Minutes from the City Council Meeting of February 23, 2026
• Approve a Source Water Protection Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Health
• Approve a Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development for an inclusive playground at Commons Park
• Approve a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Coon Rapids for additional criminal prosecution services
• Ordinance No. 1437: amend city code fees to include fees for new Commons Park facilities (Second Reading)

The council adopted the proposed consent agenda by unanimous voice vote, which included approval of the February 23, 2026 City Council minutes and receipt of the February 23, 2026 conference minutes. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved February 23, 2026 City Council minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved receipt of February 23, 2026 conference minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will hear a status report on the Met Council L32A Lift Station Project. They will also receive an update on attorney services related to community development matters. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are informational updates.

• Met Council L32A Lift Station Project – status update
• Attorney services for community development – update

The council was briefed by Metropolitan Council staff on odor‑control plans for the L32A lift station, noting a neighborhood meeting and an Environmental Assessment Worksheet will be offered for public comment within 60 days. The Assistant Community Development Director reported a change in prosecuting attorneys for Code Enforcement cases. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Public Arts Commission

The Fridley Public Arts Commission will consider the first draft of its Art Trail Policy. It will receive updates on the Commons Park sculpture project, the Springbrook Nature Center art bench project, and the Utility Box Art Wrap program. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Art Trail Policy Document – first draft for review
• Commons Park Sculpture Project – status update
• Springbrook Nature Center Art Bench Project – status update
• Utility Box Art Wrap Program – implementation discussion

The Public Arts Commission approved the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the March 4, 2026 meeting, also by unanimous vote. No formal actions were taken on any of the new business items discussed.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the history and background of Islands of Peace Park. The body will also discuss how federal immigration enforcement impacts Fridley parks.

• Islands of Peace Park history and background
• Impact of federal immigration enforcement on Fridley parks

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the February 2, 2026 minutes and the March 2, 2026 agenda, each by unanimous vote. A motion to appoint Commissioner Rehlander to represent the commission at immigration‑enforcement meetings was introduced but then withdrawn by the chair. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved February 2, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Motion to appoint Commissioner Rehlander to represent commission on immigration enforcement withdrawn
• Adjourned meeting at 8:13 p.m. (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on March 2, 2026 at 7071 University Avenue N.E. and via Zoom. Commissioners will elect officers, update the member list, and review the Chapter 5 Subcommittee report. The commission will discuss preparations for a joint meeting with the Fridley City Council on April 6, 2026. Additional items include future meeting topics.

• Election of officers
• Updated member list
• Chapter 5 Subcommittee report
• Preparing for April 6, 2026 joint meeting with the Fridley City Council
• Future meeting topics

The Charter Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and accepted the nominees for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. They also approved submitting the subcommittee's Chapter 5 presentation to the April joint meeting agenda. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted nominees for Chair (Brad Bremener), Vice Chair (Nikki Karnopp) and Secretary (Mohammed Barre) (unanimous)
• Submitted subcommittee Chapter 5 presentation to April joint meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes and several resolutions. New business includes a contract with MetLife for ancillary insurance and paid family leave, a joint powers agreement with Anoka County to reconstruct County State Aid Highway 6 west of University Avenue, approval of recent gifts and sponsorships, and approval of claims up to February 18, 2026. The council will also hear a first‑reading ordinance to add fees for new Commons Park facilities.

• Resolution 2026-13: Contract with MetLife, Inc. for ancillary insurance lines and Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (2026‑2027 plan years)
• Resolution 2026-19: Joint Powers Agreement with Anoka County to reconstruct County State Aid Highway 6 (Mississippi Street) west of University Avenue
• Resolution 2026-21: Approval of gifts, donations and sponsorships received between Dec 27 2025 and Feb 18 2026
• Resolution 2026-20: Approval of claims for the period ending Feb 18 2026
• Ordinance 1437: Amendment to City Code Chapter 209 (Fees) to include fees for new Commons Park facilities (first reading)

The council adopted the consent agenda by unanimous voice vote. It approved Resolution 2026-13 for an insurance contract with MetLife, Resolution 2026-19 for a joint powers agreement with Anoka County on County State Aid Highway 6, Resolution 2026-21 for gifts, donations and sponsorships, and Resolution 2026-20 for claims up to February 18, 2026. The first reading of Ordinance 1437, amending park fees, was also approved unanimously.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2026-13: contract for ancillary insurance and paid family leave with MetLife
• Approved Resolution 2026-19: joint powers agreement with Anoka County for Highway 6 reconstruction
• Approved Resolution 2026-21: acceptance of gifts, donations and sponsorships (Dec 27 2025–Feb 28 2026)
• Approved Resolution 2026-20: claims for period ending Feb 18 2026
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1437 amending park fee schedule (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to receive updates from the Parks and Recreation Department and Mayor Ostwald. The body will also discuss the city's separation from federal immigration enforcement.

• Parks and Recreation Department update
• Mayor Ostwald local boards and committees update
• Separation from federal immigration enforcement

The council received updates on parks and recreation activities and on the mayor’s involvement with local boards and committees. Council members also discussed a matter concerning federal immigration enforcement, but no action was taken.

Planning Commission

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will approve the January 13 meeting minutes and elect a Vice Chair for 2026. The commission will receive updates on natural resources, the Streets for All Plan, the Energy Action Plan, and grant activities. Additional informal status reports will be presented before adjournment.

• Election of 2026 Vice Chair of the Environmental Quality and Energy Commission
• Natural Resources Update
• Streets for All Plan Update
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Update

The commission unanimously approved its agenda and the January 13 meeting minutes. It elected Commissioner Norman as Vice Chair. It unanimously recommended that the City Council authorize the DNR Community Tree Planting and ReLEAF grants. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Norman as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council authorize DNR Community Tree Planting and ReLEAF grants (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider several resolutions, including a storm water drainage, utility, and access easement agreement with River Edge BC Owner, LP for the River Edge Business Center. Other items include temporary gambling and liquor permits for the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation, approval of claims for the period ending February 4, 2026, and a temporary liquor permit for the Fridley Lions Club Winter Warm Up event. The meeting also includes routine approval of the January 26, 2026 council minutes and an open forum for public comments.

• Approve storm water drainage, utility, and access easement agreements with River Edge BC Owner, LP for River Edge Business Center (Resolution 2026-08)
• Approve Springbrook Nature Center Foundation temporary lawful gambling and liquor permits (Resolution 2026-16)
• Approve claims for the period ending February 4, 2026 (Resolution 2026-18)
• Approve Fridley Lions Club temporary liquor permit for Winter Warm Up event (Resolution 2026-17)
• Approve minutes from the City Council meeting of January 26, 2026 (Consent agenda)

The council unanimously approved the proposed consent agenda and adopted the regular agenda. A temporary liquor permit for the Fridley Lions Club Winter Warm Up event was also approved by voice vote, with Mayor Ostwald recusing himself. No other motions were recorded as decided during this meeting.

• Approved proposed consent agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted regular agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Fridley Lions Club temporary liquor permit for Winter Warm Up event (voice vote, unanimous; Mayor Ostwald recused)

City Council

The council will receive a finance update covering the 2025 preliminary year‑end results and the proposed calendar for the 2027 budget. They will hear an update on the Met Council L32A lift station project. They will discuss proposed rental fees and guidelines for Commons Park.

• 2025 preliminary year‑end finance update and 2027 budget calendar
• Met Council L32A lift station update
• Commons Park rental fees and guidelines

The council heard a finance update on the 2025 year‑end budget and the 2027 budget calendar. They received an update on the Metropolitan Council L32A lift station project. They also reviewed proposed rental fees and guidelines for the new Commons Park building. No formal actions or votes were taken on any of these items.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission is meeting to refine the concept for an art trail. The body will also review a draft call for art regarding the Utility Box Wrap Program.

• Art Trail Concept Refinement
• Draft Call for Art – Utility Box Wrap Program

The Public Arts Commission approved the corrected minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting. It voted to make the next project a sculpture walk centered on the Civic Campus and Locke Park, with a goal to implement by summer 2027. The commission also approved a draft call for artist‑designed vinyl wraps for six utility boxes, pending legal review and age‑clarity revisions. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved January 7, 2026 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Focused next project on a sculpture walk at Civic Campus and Locke Park, to start with art on loan and develop a policy (unanimous)
• Set program implementation goal for summer 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved Draft Call for Art for utility box vinyl wraps, pending legal review and age clarification (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

The Charter Commission will approve the minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting, consider the 2026 Nominating Committee report, accept the resignation of Commissioner Ted Kranz, and update the member list. The commission will also receive a report from the subcommittee on Chapter 5 changes and discuss topics for future meetings.

• Approval of January 6, 2026 Charter Commission meeting minutes
• 2026 Nominating Committee report
• Resignation of Ted Kranz
• Updated member list
• Subcommittee report on changes to Chapter 5

The Charter Commission approved its agenda and the corrected minutes from the January 6 meeting. It unanimously approved the 2026 Nominating Committee Report. The commission accepted Commissioner Kranz's resignation, effective in April, and directed staff to add several topics to the March meeting agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved January 6, 2026 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Nominating Committee Report (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Kranz effective April (unanimous)
• Directed staff to add future meeting topics to March agenda packet (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss guidelines for the pickleball program and an updated implementation schedule for the Park System Improvement Plan. The commission will also elect a Vice Chair.

• Pickleball Program Guidelines
• Election of Vice Chair
• Updated Park System Improvement Plan Implementation Schedule

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting and the agenda for the February 2, 2026 meeting. Commissioners elected Jodi Rehlander as Vice Chair. The commission also unanimously approved the updated Park System Improvement Plan Implementation Schedule.

• Approved January 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Jodi Rehlander as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved updated Park System Improvement Plan Implementation Schedule (unanimous)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will hold a conference meeting to observe a fire pumper truck demonstration and receive an update on the Northstar Commuter Rail closure.

• Fire pumper truck demo at Fire Bay
• Update on Northstar Commuter Rail Closure

The council watched a demonstration of the new pumper truck presented by Fire Chief James Lange. The council received an update from Community Development Director Paul Bolin on the Northstar Rail Line, the 57th Avenue bridge project, congregate care legislation, and special TIF legislation continuation. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded on these items.

City Council

The City Council will discuss grant applications for improvements at Flanery Park and Summit Square Park. The body is also considering a health insurance contract with Medica, Inc. and a liquor license for MN C-Store.

• Resolution No. 2026-11: Gas/Tobacco and Off-Sale Liquor License for MN C-Store
• Resolution No. 2026-09: Community Development Block Grant application for Flanery Park Improvements
• Resolution No. 2026-10: Community Development Block Grant application for Summit Square Park Improvements
• Resolution No. 2026-12: Health insurance contract with Medica, Inc. for the 2026 Plan Year
• Resolution No. 2026-06: Agreement with MN Dept of Public Safety for the Violent Crime Reduction Unit

The Fridley City Council unanimously adopted the proposed consent agenda, approved the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting and received minutes from several commissions, and unanimously adopted the regular agenda. All actions were taken by voice vote with all members voting aye. No other resolutions were recorded as voted in this meeting.

• Adopted proposed consent agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Jan 5, 2026 City Council minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Received Dec 4, 2025 HRA meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Received Oct 14, 2025 Environmental Quality and Energy Commission minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Received Dec 1, 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Received Dec 3, 2025 Public Arts Commission minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted regular agenda (voice vote, unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to discuss the Safe Streets for All Action Plan and a Winter Salt Week Proclamation. The body will also review updates regarding the Energy Action Plan, grants, and outreach events.

• Safe Streets for All Action Plan
• Winter Salt Week Proclamation
• Energy Action Plan updates
• Grant updates
• Outreach and event updates

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve expenditures, minutes, and resolutions designating official newspapers and bank depositories. The agenda includes the approval of a redevelopment contract for TIF District #27 and an update on housing programs.

• Approval of Redevelopment Contract for TIF District #27
• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-01 Designating the Official Newspaper for 2026
• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-02 Designating the Official Depositories for 2026
• Approval of Expenditures
• Approval of Minutes from HRA Meeting of December 4, 2025

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will meet to elect a Vice Chair and review the 2026 workplan. Members will discuss art projects for Commons Park and the Mississippi St underpass.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Commons Park Sculpture discussion
• Vision for Mississippi St Underpass Mural
• Letter of Support for Isaac Kidder Grant Application
• Updated 2026 Workplan Review

General

The Fridley Charter Commission will approve the November 3, 2025 meeting minutes and address administrative items such as the 2026 nominating committee and upcoming term expirations. New business includes a training session from the League of Minnesota Cities and a discussion of the mayor's letter concerning proposed Chapter 5 revisions. A subcommittee will be tasked with documenting the logic behind any Chapter 5 changes.

• Approve November 3, 2025 Charter Commission meeting minutes
• 2026 Nominating Committee
• Upcoming terms expiring for Greg Gardner and Ted Kranz
• League of Minnesota Cities Charter Commission training
• Discuss Mayor Ostwald's letter regarding Chapter 5

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to elect a Vice Chair. It will also preview the 2026 program for Springbrook Nature Center, give an update on the Commons Park sculpture project, and adopt the 2026 workplan. The meeting includes standard approvals of minutes and agenda, and a staff report.

• Election of Vice Chair
• 2026 Springbrook Nature Center Program Preview
• Commons Park Sculpture Project Update
• Adoption of 2026 Workplan
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Staff Report

City Council

The Fridley City Council will meet to review several resolutions, including funding for local improvement projects and a development agreement. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine approvals and an open forum for public comment.

• Development Agreement with Endeavor Development, LLC for River Edge Business Center
• Resolution No. 2026-03 regarding Municipal State Aid System Funding for 2026 Local Improvement Projects
• Professional Services for Development of Safe Streets for All Citywide Safety Action Plan
• Resolution No. 2026-01 confirming City Council Appointments and Designations
• Approval of claims for the period ending December 30, 2025