Alexandria public meetings in 2025

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will convene to discuss the 2026 budget and tax levy, review appointments for 2026 boards and commissions, and consider a DEED Child Care Grant. The meeting will also include a presentation on the PrimeWest Health RCC Phase 1 and 2 Project and a review of the Alexandria Senior Center.

• Review of 2026 Board, Committee, and Commission Appointments
• DEED Child Care Grant
• PrimeWest Health RCC Phase 1 and Phase 2 Project
• Alexandria Senior Center
• 2026 Budget and Tax Levy

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will adopt the 2026 budget and tax levy, decertify three Tax Increment Financing districts, and hear a public hearing on a liquor license renewal. The meeting also includes the acceptance of donations for the Fire Department and Police Department.

• Public Hearing: 2026 On-Sale Liquor License Renewal
• Resolution Adopting the 2026 Budget and Tax Levy
• Decertification of Knute Nelson, JHS, and R & R Investments TIF Districts
• Resolution Accepting Donations - Fire Department
• Resolution Accepting Donations - Alexandria Police Department

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a revised final plat for the Douglas County Fairgrounds involving the City of Alexandria, the Douglas County Agricultural Association, and Douglas County. A conditional use application (C-25-016) by Jason Kraska dba Happigenics, LLC has been withdrawn and the public hearing cancelled. The commission will also set the 2026 meeting schedule and discuss the “Revitalize or Die: Civic Spaces and Community Building” initiative.

• Conditional use C-25-016 (Jason Kraska dba Happigenics, LLC) withdrawn; public hearing cancelled
• Revised Final Plat – “Douglas County Fairgrounds” – City of Alexandria, Douglas County Agricultural Association, and Douglas County
• Adoption of the 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Discussion of the “Revitalize or Die: Civic Spaces and Community Building” initiative

City Council - Special Meeting

The council heard reports on the PrimeWest Health RCC project, the 2026 classification and compensation plan, and an update on the Highway 29 construction. Representatives from Friends of the Nature Trail discussed their goals and alignment with the Parks and Trails Master Plan. No motions were made, no votes were taken, and no decisions were adopted.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2026 Budget and Tax Levy and liquor license renewals. The body will also consider labor agreements for police patrol and sergeants and an ordinance amending the Home Rule Charter.

• Public hearing and resolution for the 2026 Budget and Tax Levy
• Labor agreements with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. for Local #291 Patrol and Local #301 Sergeants
• Public hearings for 2026 On-Sale, Sunday Liquor, and Wine License renewals
• Acceptance of Oak View Avenue SE as a street
• Ordinance amending Sections 5.02, 5.03, and 5.04 of the Home Rule Charter

The Alexandria City Council unanimously adopted the 2026 budget and tax levy, setting the final levy at $10,380,080, a 5.9% property‑tax increase, lower than the 8% increase previously approved. The council also unanimously approved several liquor license renewals (on‑sale, wine, beer) and approved a transient merchant vendor license and individual vendor licenses.

• Adopted 2026 budget and tax levy (4‑1 vote)
• Approved 2026 on‑sale and Sunday liquor license for El Loro (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 wine license renewal for La Ferme (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 on‑sale beer license renewal for La Ferme (unanimous)
• Approved transient merchant (temporary vendor) license for Benjamin Semler dba I Saw It In MN (unanimous)
• Approved transient merchant individual licenses for Dabella Home Improvement (4‑0‑1 abstain)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to review financing options and project closeouts for the PrimeWest Health RCC. The session includes discussions on the 2026 budget, emergency preparedness, and strategic planning.

• PrimeWest Health RCC Phase 3 financing options and Phase 1 and 2 project closeout
• Habitat for Humanity Tax Increment Financing (TIF) contract amendment
• 2026 Budget
• Child Care Pod update
• Emergency Preparedness

The council reviewed financing options for Phase 3 of the PrimeWest Health RCC project, heard an emergency‑preparedness briefing from Douglas County, and received an amendment proposal for the Habitat for Humanity TIF agreement. Updates were given on child‑care pods, the 2026 budget, and senior‑center funding, but no motions were adopted, denied, or tabled.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on renewals for 2026 liquor licenses and proposed amendments to the Home Rule Charter. The meeting also includes the approval of consent agenda items, including minutes, and the consideration of contracts for airport and utility projects.

• Public Hearing: 2026 On-Sale and Sunday Liquor License Renewals
• Public Hearing: Proposed Amendments to Home Rule Charter
• Resolution Accepting Donation - Fillmore Park Splash Pad
• Instrument Landing System Replacement Design Contract
• 34th Ave (CSAH 46) and South Broadway Street Reconstruction Project

The council unanimously approved a first reading of an ordinance amending the Home Rule Charter, adding sections on petitions and referendums. It also unanimously approved a series of 2026 liquor and other license renewals, including on‑sale, seasonal, private off‑sale, wine, brew‑pub, fireworks, and garbage‑hauler licenses. No public comments were recorded during the hearings.

• Adopted first reading of Home Rule Charter amendment (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 On‑Sale and Sunday Liquor Licenses (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 On‑Sale and Sunday Seasonal Liquor License (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Private Off‑Sale Liquor Store License (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Wine Licenses (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Brew Pub Off‑Sale Liquor License renewal (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Fireworks (Indoor and Outdoor) License renewals (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Garbage (Refuse) Hauler License renewals (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved an exception to platting (EP‑25‑001) that splits a 14.11‑acre property, creating a new 7.55‑acre parcel. It also approved a conditional use permit (C‑25‑015) for a Kwik Trip fuel station and convenience store, subject to conditions such as parking, signage, lighting, and storm‑water requirements. Both motions passed with six votes in favor and no opposition.

• Approved Exception to Platting EP-25-001 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit C-25-015 for Kwik Trip with conditions (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council meeting will discuss several items, including the 2026 budget, a memorandum of understanding for the former ALP Utilities Campus, and updates on the PrimeWest Health RCC project and Highway 29. The council will also review strategic planning and an adult‑use cannabis proposal before adjourning.

• 2026 Budget discussion
• ALP Existing Campus Memorandum of Understanding
• PrimeWest Health RCC Phase 1‑3 discussion
• 2028 Highway 29 Project update
• Adult Use Cannabis proposal

The council reviewed a proposal for a new Fillmore Park playground, discussed the PrimeWest Health RCC Phase 1‑3 project, and considered a memorandum of understanding for the former ALP Utilities Campus. Staff also gave updates on the 2026 budget, the 2028 Highway 29 project, strategic planning options, and adult‑use cannabis consulting. No motions were voted on and no decisions were recorded.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to consider the purchase or sale of real property at 2020 Fillmore St. The public portion of the meeting includes a tourism annual report and 2026 budget, a resolution amending the personnel policies manual, and a grant agreement for the SE Watershed Trail. The council will also approve minutes and routine financial items on the consent agenda.

• Closed‑session purchase or sale of real property (2020 Fillmore St.)
• Explore Alexandria Tourism Annual Report and 2026 Budget
• Resolution amending Personnel Policies Manual
• Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Agreement (SE Watershed Trail)
• Unanimous consent to dispense with reading of resolutions

The council adopted a unanimous motion setting the asking price for the 2020 Fillmore Street property at $349,900 and authorized the City Administrator to sign purchase agreements pending final approval. It also approved the Personnel Policies Manual amendments, accepted the $141,506 Conservation Partners Legacy Grant agreement, and ordered playground equipment for Fillmore Park at $230,963. All motions were adopted unanimously.

• Adopted sale price $349,900 for 2020 Fillmore St. property (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Policies Manual amendments (unanimous)
• Accepted draft Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Agreement $141,506 (unanimous)
• Ordered Fillmore Park playground equipment $230,963 (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add Fillmore Park Playground item (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (unanimous)
• Closed session to discuss real‑property purchase/sale (unanimous)
• Authorized City Administrator to sign purchase agreements (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council and Douglas County Board of Commissioners are meeting in a joint session. The body will discuss infrastructure projects and public services.

• Highway 29 South Reconstruction
• Roundabout at 46th and Pioneer
• Farmer's Market/Big Ole Central Park Drainage
• Red Willow Arts Coalition Courthouse Lawn Concerts
• Public Storm Shelter Location and Fire District/EMS

The council met with Douglas County commissioners and reviewed several projects, including Highway 29 South reconstruction, a roundabout at 46th and Pioneer, drainage for the Farmer's Market, and safety at Courthouse Lawn concerts. Presentations also covered a potential public storm shelter near the library and future changes to the fire department due to volunteer declines. No motions, votes, or formal actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:30 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will approve meeting minutes, issue a proclamation for National Radiologic Technology Week, and consider permits for a Christmas parade. The council will also discuss a fire station backup generator and authorize appraisals for a conservation easement.

• Proclamation - National Radiologic Technology Week
• Special Event Permit - Christmas in the Fort and Parade of Trees
• Purchase and Installation of emergency Fire Station backup generator
• Authorization for Appraisals for Conservation Easements (SE Watershed Trail)
• Second Reading Annexation Ordinance Prairie Lane

The council unanimously accepted a $124,000 bid from Herzog Roofing to replace the leaking roof of the Bellanca Building. It also approved a special event permit to close Broadway Street for the Christmas in the Fort parade, authorized advertising for bids on a new substation transformer, and approved a $57,693 purchase of an emergency fire‑station generator. Additional unanimous actions included approving travel for four firefighters to a 2026 conference and authorizing $6,000 for conservation‑easement appraisals.

• Approved $124,000 Bellanca Building roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit to close Broadway St. for Christmas parade (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for bids for 2028 Southeast Substation Transformer (unanimous)
• Approved $57,693 purchase and installation of fire‑station backup generator (unanimous)
• Approved travel for four firefighters to FDIC Conference in Indianapolis, Apr 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,000 appraisal services for conservation easement (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use requests: C-25-013 submitted by Roger Paquin dba Northern Cultivation, LLC, and C-25-014 submitted by James Douthit dba Valvoline LLC. The commission will also address the final plat for the Pioneer Properties First Addition (SA-24-010) under old business. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for discussion and public input.

• Conditional Use C-25-013 – Roger Paquin dba Northern Cultivation, LLC
• Conditional Use C-25-014 – James Douthit dba Valvoline LLC
• Final Plat – SA-24-010 – “Pioneer Properties First Addition” – Darrell & Beth Johnson

The commission approved Conditional Use Permit C-25-013 for Northern Cultivation, allowing indoor cannabis cultivation up to 200 square feet with specified conditions. It also approved Conditional Use Permit C-25-014 for Valvoline LLC to operate a rapid oil‑change facility with related conditions. Finally, the commission approved the final plat for the Pioneer Properties First Addition subdivision, removing the utility‑and‑drainage‑plan condition.

• Approved Conditional Use C-25-013 for Northern Cultivation (6 AYES)
• Approved Conditional Use C-25-014 for Valvoline LLC (6 AYES)
• Approved final plat SA-24-010 for Pioneer Properties First Addition, removing Condition #3 (6 AYES)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review project updates and service proposals. Key items include a TIF district agreement amendment and a MnDOT reconstruction project.

• Amendment to TIF 58 Central Lakes Housing LLC Agreement
• MnDOT TH 29 8th to 18th Avenue Reconstruction Project
• RFP for Licensed Real Estate Broker Services
• Adult Use Cannabis Consulting Services Overview
• Bellanca Building Roof

The council conducted a closed‑session performance evaluation of City Administrator Marty Schultz. Staff and officials provided updates on the PrimeWest Health RCC project, a real‑estate services RFP, a childcare pod, a TIF amendment, a cannabis consulting proposal, an ALP campus MOU, the Bellanca building roof, and an MnDOT reconstruction project. No formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a first reading of an ordinance to repeal Section 3.20 of the City Code regarding Tetrahydrocannabinol product sales. The body is also reviewing special event permits for parades and various grant agreements.

• First reading of ordinance repealing Section 3.20 of the City Code relating to Tetrahydrocannabinol product sales
• Amendment of TIF #58 Contract for Private Redevelopment between Alexandria EDA and Central Lakes Housing LLC
• Special Event Permits for Halloween Parade and Lights on Broadway Holiday Parade
• Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Infrastructure Grant for Voyager School (SAP 12-591-003)
• Authorization to purchase a tractor for PrimeWest Health RCC

The council adopted an amendment to the Tax Increment Financing contract for Central Lakes Housing, allowing subordination of the TIF note to a HUD loan. It also approved two holiday parade permits, a temporary vendor license, and authorized the fire department to seek generator quotes. Donations of $200 to the fire department and $500 to the police department were accepted, and a $18,900 Toward Zero Death traffic safety grant was approved.

• Approved revised Halloween Parade route (unanimous)
• Approved Lights on Broadway Holiday Parade permit (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchant license for Northern Lights Sauna (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment of TIF contract for Central Lakes Housing (unanimous)
• Authorized Fire Department to obtain generator quotes (unanimous)
• Accepted $200 donation to Fire Department (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation to Police Department for AED project (unanimous)
• Approved Toward Zero Death Grant $18,900 (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will consider updates on the Fillmore Park playground, review the 2026 city budget, and receive project updates on PrimeWest Health RCC, the SE Watershed Trail, and the MnDOT TH29 8th‑to‑18th Avenue project. The meeting also includes a discussion by the Equity and Inclusion Committee on the City Hall front entrance and a memorandum of understanding for the former campus site. Items are scheduled from 4:30 PM to 6:45 PM.

• Fillmore Park Playground
• 2026 Budget Review
• PrimeWest Health RCC Project Update
• SE Watershed Trail Project
• MnDOT TH29 8th to 18th Avenue Project

The council met on September 22, 2025, to receive updates on the Fillmore Park Playground, City Hall front entrance equity project, the preliminary 2026 budget, the PrimeWest Health RCC project, the SE Watershed Trail easement acquisition, the MnDOT TH‑29 8th‑to‑18th Avenue project, and the draft memorandum of understanding for the former campus site. No motions were voted on or actions approved. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to adopt the 2026 preliminary budget and tax levy. Other agenda items include a grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation for airport maintenance, approval of repairs to Fire Department Unit 26, and authorization to appraise conservation easements for the SE Watershed Trail. The meeting also addresses a conditional use application for a cannabis business, a temporary one‑day on‑sale liquor license for the Legacy of the Lakes Museum, and a special event permit for “Someplace Safe – Take A Stand Against Domestic Violence.” A closed‑session will provide an update on labor negotiations with Law Enforcement Labor Services.

• Public hearing and resolution adopting the 2026 Preliminary Budget and Tax Levy
• MNDOT Aeronautics M&O Grant Agreement
• Alexandria Fire Department Unit 26 repairs
• Authorization for appraisals for conservation easements (SE Watershed Trail)
• Conditional Use C-25-012 for Hunter Ness‑Norris dba ABC Cannabis LLP

The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-044, adopting the proposed 2026 budget and establishing the 2026 tax levy, and set the truth‑in‑taxation hearing for Dec 8, 2025. It also approved two one‑day on‑sale liquor licenses for Legacy of the Lakes Museum, a special event permit for Someplace Safe, an airport M&O grant, a $24,882.12 repair for Fire Unit 26, and $15,800 in appraisals for East Side Trail easements.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-044, 2026 budget and tax levy (unanimous)
• Set truth‑in‑taxation hearing for Dec 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved two temporary one‑day on‑sale liquor licenses for Legacy of the Lakes Museum (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Someplace Safe’s Oct 14, 2025 event (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Maintenance & Operations grant with MNDOT (unanimous)
• Authorized $24,882.12 repair of Fire Unit 26 by NCI (unanimous)
• Authorized $15,800 appraisals for East Side Trail conservation easements (passed)
• Adopted consent agenda items (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on conditional use application C-25-012 submitted by Hunter Hess-Norris doing business as ABC Cannabis, LLP. The commission will consider the request during this meeting. The agenda also includes a review of any old and other business before adjournment.

• Public hearing – Conditional Use C-25-012 – Hunter Hess-Norris dba ABC Cannabis, LLP
• Call to order
• Review of old & other business
• Adjournment

The Planning Commission did not have a quorum, so it could not conduct business. A motion to table Conditional Use C‑25‑012 and extend the review period was made but not voted on. The meeting was adjourned at 7:01 PM.

• No decisions adopted – lack of quorum prevented business

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will review the 2026 budget and the 2028 Broadway Reconstruction project. The meeting includes a tour of PrimeWest Health RCC and a public forum.

• 2026 Budget Review
• 2028 Broadway Reconstruction (8th to 18th Avenue)
• PrimeWest Health RCC Project Update
• Request for Proposals for Real Estate Services (2020 Fillmore St.)
• Former ALP Campus

Council members toured the PrimeWest Health RCC and received project updates. The 2026 budget and the 2028 Broadway reconstruction were discussed. The traditional public forum ordinance item was noted as previously tabled, and no formal actions were approved.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the Alexandria Housing and Redevelopment Authority's 2026 tax levy and approve street resurfacing on 6th Avenue E. The meeting also includes consent agenda items and special event permits.

• Resolution Authorizing Alexandria HRA 2026 Tax Levy
• 6th Avenue E. Street Resurfacing and Trail Improvement Project
• RFP for Licensed Real Estate Broker Services
• Special Event Permits for Homecoming Parade, Feeding the 5001, and Fire Prevention Open House
• Holiday Light Show at Legacy of the Lakes Garden

The council unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing a $388,704 tax levy for the Alexandria Housing and Redevelopment Authority for 2026. It also unanimously approved three special event permits: the AAHS 2025 Homecoming Parade, the "Feeding the 5001" event with conditions, and the AFD Fire Prevention Open House. The council accepted a donation of holiday lights and a shed and agreed to sponsor the Legacy Gardens light show. Finally, the council approved Houston Engineering's $90,174 proposal for final design services on the 6th Avenue East project.

• Approved $388,704 2026 tax levy for Alexandria Housing and Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for AAHS 2025 Homecoming Parade (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for "Feeding the 5001" event with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for AFD Fire Prevention Open House (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution accepting donation of holiday lights and shed, sponsoring event (unanimous)
• Approved Houston Engineering proposal for final design of 6th Avenue East project ($90,174) (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The council received updates on the PrimeWest Health RCC Phase 3 construction, the 2026 ALASD debt service allocation, adult‑use cannabis, the Trunk Highway 29 2028 reconstruction project, and the 2026 budget. No motions were voted on, approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council will consider several public‑safety items, including approval to hire a new police officer, adoption of a mutual‑aid agreement with the Douglas County SWAT team, and an audit of the police department’s body‑worn cameras. It will also review a purchase of two slip‑on tanker fire units, a sale of a rooftop HVAC unit, and a conditional use request for a local business. Additional agenda items cover a furniture renovation, zoning amendments, and setting a public hearing for the 2026 budget.

• Approval to hire a new police officer
• Resolution adopting mutual‑aid agreement with Douglas County SWAT team
• Authorization to purchase two slip‑on tanker fire units
• Sale of rooftop HVAC unit
• Conditional use request – C‑25‑011 – Jordan Manjo dba Blissful Buds

The council adopted a resolution hiring Police Officer Bryan Crary and approved a mutual‑aid agreement with the Douglas County SWAT team. It also authorized the purchase of two Slip‑on Tanker fire units and the acquisition of a floor‑vacuum and sale of a rooftop HVAC unit. Both special event permits for the Walk to End Alzheimer's and the Recovery Month Walk were approved, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved hiring of Police Officer Bryan Crary (Resolution 2025‑037, unanimous)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement with Douglas County Special Weapons and Tactics Team (Resolution 2025‑038, unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two Slip‑on Tanker units for $71,248 (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for bids to sell rooftop HVAC unit (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Chariot CV 60/1 RS Deluxe vacuum for $12,784.96 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Walk to End Alzheimer's – October 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Recovery Month Walk and Picnic – September 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted West Central Initiative Report (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet to examine the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 and the associated tax levy. No other agenda items are listed beyond the call to order and adjournment.

• 2026 Proposed Budget and Tax Levy Review

The council met on August 18, 2025. Staff presented the 2026 proposed budget and tax levy recommended by the Budget Committee. No actions or votes were taken on the proposal.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request (C-25-011) submitted by Jordan Manjo doing business as Blissful Buds. A second public hearing will consider a zoning text amendment (TA-25-002) proposed by the City of Alexandria. No other business is listed beyond these items.

• Conditional use request C-25-011 from Jordan Manjo dba Blissful Buds
• Zoning text amendment TA-25-002 submitted by the City of Alexandria

The commission approved the Conditional Use Permit C-25-011 for Blissful Buds to cultivate up to 15,000 sq ft of cannabis and operate a retail outlet. The commission also approved Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-002 to revise the definition of traditional public forum in the city code. Both motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved Conditional Use C-25-011 for Blissful Buds (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-002 (4-1, 1 absent)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a budget presentation for the Alexandria Police Department for 2026. Members will also review updates on health, office, and highway projects, as well as RFP results for professional services.

• 2026 APD Budget presentation
• PrimeWest Health RCC Project update
• 2028 Trunk Highway 29 Construction Project
• RFP reviews for Licensed Real Estate Broker and Municipal Financial Advisor services
• Amendment to Subrecipient Funding Agreement with Park & 3rd Alexandria, LLC

The council met on August 11, 2025 to hear presentations on the 2026 APD budget, health project updates, renovation and construction projects, and several RFP reviews. No motions were adopted, approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider awarding contracts for well construction and fuel tank monitors, and authorize the release of a request for proposals for real estate broker services. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the purchase or sale of real property.

• Award well construction and pipeline contracts for wells No. 21 and No. 22
• Purchase replacement fuel tank monitor for airport fuel tanks
• Authorize release of request for proposals for licensed real estate broker services
• Closed session to discuss purchase or sale of real property
• Letter of support for 2028 Hockey Day Minnesota

The Alexandria City Council adopted the agenda and consent agenda without opposition. It approved two contracts for wells 21 and 22—$221,450 for construction and $1,099,899 for building and pipeline—totaling $1.32 million. The council also amended the Subrecipient Funding Agreement with Park & 3rd Alexandria, LLC to allow cash or other security instead of a performance bond, and approved several other items including an airport fuel‑tank monitor purchase, a professional services agreement, a real‑estate broker RFP, finance‑director travel, and solicitation of quotes for the Fillmore Splash Pad parking lot.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $221,450 well construction contract for wells 21‑22 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,099,899 well building and pipeline contract for wells 21‑22 (unanimous)
• Amended Subrecipient Funding Agreement to allow cash or other security (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of airport fuel‑tank monitor for $23,489 (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of professional services agreement with Ehlers Public Finance Advisors (unanimous)
• Authorized distribution of RFP for licensed real‑estate broker services (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive updates on several infrastructure and community projects. The agenda includes reviews of the 2028 Trunk Highway 29 Construction Project and the Tax Increment Financing Policy.

• 2028 Trunk Highway 29 Construction Project
• PrimeWest Health RCC Project Update
• HRA Nokomis Crossing Project
• Municipal Financial Advisor RFP Review
• Tax Increment Financing Policy management plan review

The council met on July 28, 2025 to receive updates on several projects, including the 2028 Trunk Highway 29 construction, PrimeWest Health RCC, a splashpad, HRA Nokomis Crossing, and a potential 2028 Hockey Day Minnesota. No motions were made, and no items were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council unanimously approved the allocation of $240,901 from Statewide Affordable Housing Aid funds to support construction of the Nokomis Crossing owner‑occupied housing development. It also adopted a special event permit for the Vikingland Community Support Program Halloween Parade, approved several merchant and mobile‑food‑truck licenses, and updated the city’s revolving loan policy. All motions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved agenda with two additional items under the City Administrator (unanimous)
• Adopted Special Event Permit for Vikingland CSP Halloween Parade (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchant license for Markus Agu (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Food Truck license for Mini Waska Donuts (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Food Truck license for OTH NE, LLC dba On the Hook (unanimous)
• Approved MetLife as provider for MN Paid Leave Equivalent Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized allocation of $240,901 SAHA funds to Nokomis Crossing housing project (unanimous)
• Adopted update to the City’s Revolving Loan Policy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct two public hearings. The body will discuss an easement vacation involving the Alexandria HRA and the City of Alexandria, as well as a conditional use request from Matthew and Stacie Simon.

• Public hearing on easement vacation VA-25-001 (Alexandria HRA & City of Alexandria)
• Public hearing on conditional use C-25-009 (Matthew and Stacie Simon)

The commission approved the easement vacation VA-25-001 after returning the application to the floor. It also approved Conditional Use C-25-009 for a 250‑square‑foot patio with fire pit at the Simon property on Lake Geneva, without screening requirements. Both motions passed unanimously with votes from Huether, Franzen, Anderson, and Schmidt. The meeting was adjourned after the motions.

• Returned easement vacation application VA-25-001 to the floor (unanimous vote)
• Approved easement vacation VA-25-001 (unanimous vote)
• Temporarily tabled Conditional Use C-25-009 while applicant arrival was confirmed (unanimous vote)
• Approved Conditional Use C-25-009 for a 250‑sq ft patio, no screening required (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous vote)

City Council - Special Meeting

The council recognized retiring Building Official Lynn Timm and toured a proposed front‑office upgrade. Staff gave updates on several public‑works projects, the PrimeWest Health RCC project, and the 2026 budget committee. The council also discussed adult‑use cannabis issues and reviewed the revolving loan‑funds policy. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a THC product sales license for Alexandria Market dba Elden's Fresh Foods. They will also consider temporary liquor and vendor licenses, appoint a Certified Building Official, and review several ordinance amendments. Additional items include accepting a park donation, parking‑lot improvement projects, and splash‑pad shade structures.

• Public hearing – THC product sales license for Alexandria Market dba Elden's Fresh Foods
• Four‑day temporary on‑sale liquor license for Alexandria Elks Lodge #1685
• Transient merchant temporary vendor license for Country Fresh Farms
• Resolution appointing and designating Certified Building Official
• Downtown and Plaza Liquor Store Parking Lot Improvement Projects

The Alexandria City Council adopted the meeting agenda and consent items unanimously. It approved a THC product sales license for JDTM Alexandria Market dba Elden's Fresh Foods at 707 3rd Ave. E. The council also approved temporary liquor and vendor licenses, appointed Jason Schuetzle as Building Official, and adopted several ordinances and donation resolutions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved THC product sales license for JDTM Alexandria Market dba Elden's Fresh Foods (707 3rd Ave. E) (unanimous)
• Approved Four Day Temporary On‑Sale Liquor License for Alexandria Elks Lodge #1685 (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchant License for Country Fresh Farms (unanimous)
• Appointed Jason Schuetzle as Building Official effective July 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 929‑2ND SERIES, second reading amending Section 6.06 (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation for RCC Capital Campaign Phase 3 (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The council met on June 23, 2025 to review a site visit to the Fillmore Park splashpad, the 2024 financial statements, the RCC expansion project, a front office redesign, a potential partnership for the Friends of Christmas Light event, a legislative update on local option sales tax, and an update on the existing ALP campus. No motions, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will approve minutes from previous meetings, authorize bids for two new water wells, and consider a naming rights agreement for a Fillmore Park concession stand. The agenda also includes items regarding airport security cameras, an RCC expansion project, and ordinances regulating special vehicles.

• Approval of 2024 Annual Financial Report
• Authorization to advertise for bids for two new wells
• Fillmore Park Concession Stand Naming Rights Agreement
• Airport Security Cameras
• Ordinance to regulate special vehicles

The council unanimously approved the fire department’s Assistance to Firefighters grant application, covering $403,600 in equipment with a $20,180 city share. It also approved three mobile‑food‑truck licenses, authorized ALP Utilities to advertise for bids on two new water wells, and approved the relocation of the Kensington Runestone replica. Additionally, the council approved airport security cameras funded from the Limited Fund and adopted the 2024 Annual Financial Report.

• Approved fire department Assistance to Firefighters grant application (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Mobile Food Truck License for Terri's Food Wagon (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Mobile Food Truck License for Taqueria Bravo (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Mobile Food Truck License for Spark Boba Tea (unanimous)
• Authorized ALP Utilities to advertise for bids for two new wells (unanimous)
• Approved relocation of Kensington Runestone Monument replica to Runestone Museum (unanimous)
• Approved installation of airport security cameras funded from Limited Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted the 2024 Annual Financial Report (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider an easement vacation and a subdivision application. The meeting will also cover final plats and other business.

• Public hearing for easement vacation VA-25-001
• Public hearing for subdivision SA-25-007
• Final plat for Oak Knoll Arms First Addition
• Old and other business
• Adjournment

The commission voted to table the Easement Vacation VA-25-001 request. It approved the Rosewood Meadows Subdivision SA-25-007 with several conditions. The commission also approved a developer agreement and a waterline assessment payment before recording the final plat. The meeting was adjourned at 7:28 PM.

• Tabled Easement Vacation VA-25-001 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Rosewood Meadows Subdivision SA-25-007 with conditions (6-0)
• Approved developer agreement prior to final plat recording (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 2, Part 1 waterline assessment payment $35/ft (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to receive updates on the RCC Expansion Project and the Budget Committee. The body will also discuss a childcare facility lease agreement and a revolving loan funds policy.

• RCC Expansion Project update
• Child Care Facility Lease Agreement
• Revolving Loan Funds Policy review
• Council Questionnaire Review for Organizational Study
• Introduction to Government Finance - Managing Debt

The special meeting featured staff updates on the RCC expansion, a lease for the Lake Street childcare building, a presentation on managing municipal debt, a review of the revolving loan funds policy, and a budget committee status report. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled, and no votes were recorded.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will approve the meeting agenda and a consent agenda that includes minutes and routine payables. Council members will review several permits and licenses, including a special event permit for Pride in the Park and a one‑day liquor license for Douglas County Car Care. The council will hear updates on a lease agreement for Lake Street Childcare, a request for proposals for financial advisory services, and a first reading of an ordinance regulating special vehicles. Additional items include a grant application for the Safe Streets and Roads For All program and a revolving loan fund request from Cut Up Properties, LLC.

• Revolving Loan Fund Request – Cut Up Properties, LLC
• Resolution authorizing grant application for Safe Streets and Roads For All (SS4A) Funding Program
• First Reading of Ordinance amending City Code Section 7.20 to regulate special vehicles
• Special Event Permit – Pride in the Park
• Temporary One‑Day On‑Sale Liquor License – Douglas County Car Care

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. It also approved a special event permit for Pride in the Park, four mobile food‑truck licenses, a temporary liquor license for the Alexandria Craft Beer Tour, and authorized the city administrator to sign agreement exhibits with Missouri River Energy Services and the Western Area Power Administration. Finally, the council adopted a draft lease agreement for two Lake Street child‑care pods and authorized staff to issue an RFP for financial advisory services.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Pride in the Park (unanimous)
• Approved four mobile food‑truck licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary One‑Day On‑Sale Liquor License for Douglas County Car Care Program (unanimous)
• Authorized City Administrator to sign agreement exhibits with Missouri River Energy Services and Western Area Power Administration (unanimous)
• Adopted draft lease agreement for Lake Street Child Care pods (unanimous)
• Authorized release of RFP for financial advisory services (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several project updates and administrative reviews. The agenda includes discussions on airport security, grant opportunities, and city office upgrades.

• Active Transportation Plan Review and Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Opportunity
• Municipal Financial Advisor RFP draft review
• Airport security cameras
• Front Office Area Upgrade Proposal
• Revolving Loan Funds Policy management plan review

The council heard staff updates on the RCC project, airport security camera options, the Active Transportation Plan and Safe Streets grant, the building official vacancy, the front office upgrade proposal, the municipal financial advisor RFP, the revolving loan funds policy, and the 2025 legislative session. No items were discussed or voted on, and no approvals, denials, or tabling occurred.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a public hearing for the first reading of an ordinance amending City Code Section 7.20 regarding special vehicles. The body will also consider liquor licenses, airport leases, and change orders for the RCC Expansion Project.

• Public hearing: First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Section 7.20 relating to Special Vehicles
• On-Sale Beer and Wine License for Willmar Baseball LLC dba Willmar Stingers
• RCC Expansion Project Owner Contingency Change Orders for East Entry Metal Panels and Roof Access Stair Change
• AXN Airport building lease for Dennis Conn/On His Wings Flight Academy
• Conditional Use C-25-008 for Alexandria Public Schools

The council unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda. It adopted the first reading of a special‑vehicles ordinance amendment to the city code. It approved on‑sale beer and wine licenses for Willmar Baseball LLC dba Willmar Stingers. It also authorized Police Chief Scott Kent’s travel to a national conference, accepted a $2,000 donation from The Blizzard, and approved the hiring of a Building Official.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Special Vehicles ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved on‑sale beer and wine licenses for Willmar Stingers (unanimous)
• Authorized Police Chief Scott Kent to attend IACP conference in Denver (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,000 donation from The Blizzard for Community Night Out (unanimous)
• Approved Building Official position description and authorization to hire (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission approved Conditional Use C-25-008, allowing Alexandria Public Schools to move its Transition Center to the lower portion of the former Bremer Bank building at 720 Broadway. Approval is subject to a required building permit, if needed, and a parking requirement of one stall per eight students plus one per staff member. The motion passed with four votes in favor; two members were absent. No public comments were received.

• Approved Conditional Use C-25-008 for Transition Center relocation (4‑0 vote, 2 absent)
• Conditioned approval on obtaining a building permit if required
• Conditioned approval on providing minimum parking: 1 stall per 8 students + 1 per staff

City Council - Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet to review the 2024 budget, discuss management plans including tax abatement and revolving loan funds, and consider a request for proposals for a municipal financial advisor.

• Review 2024 Budget
• Review Management Plan - Tax Abatement and Revolving Loan Funds
• Consider Municipal Financial Advisor RFP
• Discuss ALP Existing Campus Future Land Use
• Tour RCC Construction Site

The council toured the RCC construction site and received an update on the project. Staff presented the 2024 budget results, the next steps for the organizational study, the final draft of the tax abatement policy and revolving loan fund guidelines, and the municipal financial advisor evaluation. A discussion was held on future land use of the former ALP campus. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review policies for public art on utility boxes and the placement of automated external defibrillators downtown. The body is also considering a trailer parking ordinance and a naming rights agreement for the Fillmore Park splashpad.

• City Policy on Public Art on Utility Boxes
• Fillmore Park Splashpad Naming Rights Agreement
• Downtown Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Project
• Ordinance updating City Code Section 7 regarding trailer parking in municipal lots
• AXN Airport Bellanca Building Lease with On His Wings Mission Aviation

The City Council adopted the naming‑rights agreement with Aagard Group, LLC for the Fillmore Park splashpad, providing $100,000 to the Park and Recreation Development Fund. The council also approved the Memorial Day Parade permit, a policy for art wraps on utility boxes, and several business licenses and permits, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved Fillmore Park Splashpad Naming Rights Agreement with Aagard Group, LLC ($100,000, 15‑year term) (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for the 2025 Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony on May 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved City Policy on Art Wraps for Utility Electric Boxes (unanimous)
• Approved Fireworks (Indoor Sales) License for JTDM Alexandria Market dba Elden's Fresh Foods (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Food Truck License for Ann Manning LLC dba Deja Bleu House of Coffee (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchant License for Papa's Kettlecorn (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchant License for Ann Manning LLC dba Pages of Ink (unanimous)
• Approved Motorized Vehicle Racing (2‑Cylinder or Less Engines) License for Runestone Go Kart Association (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting - 5:30 PM

The City Council will review the Economic Development Authority (EDA) fund and TIF districts #25 and #26. Discussions include potential funding for a housing trust grant and the Nokomis Child Care Project. The meeting also includes project updates and software training.

• Proposed $100,000 from TIF #25 and #26 for the Minnesota Housing Trust Fund grant program
• Budget review for Nokomis Child Care Project with estimated costs of $460,000
• Update on the Fillmore Park Splashpad Project
• Discussion on funding for the Airport Stormwater Pond Project
• Review of a $308,000 redevelopment grant repayment for The Rune

The council met on February 24, 2025, and received training on new agenda software. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; staff gave updates on several projects.

City Council Regular Meeting - 8:00 PM

The City Council will consider a tax abatement for Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC and the use of TIF District #26 funds for affordable housing. The body will also discuss the Flock Safety Program and various utility and park infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on economic development tax abatement for Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC
• Resolution to use TIF District #26 funds for affordable housing
• Award of bid for County Road 82 Water Tower and bids for 34th Avenue Water Main Replacement
• Authorization to purchase materials and design a parking lot for Fillmore Park Splashpad
• Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001 and Final Plat Sa-24-002 for Schildt Homestead Addition

The council approved a rebate‑type tax abatement for Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC, authorizing up to $457,837 over eight years. It also adopted the accompanying resolution for the abatement. In addition, the council approved a special event permit for the Wings Over Alexandria Air Show, awarded the County Road 82 water tower contract to CB&I Storage Tank Solutions for $5,258,000, and authorized ALP Utilities to advertise bids for the 34th Avenue water main replacement. All actions were adopted unanimously except the tax‑abatement votes, which passed 3‑0.

• Approved special event permit for Wings Over Alexandria Air Show (unanimous)
• Awarded County Road 82 water tower contract to CB&I Storage Tank Solutions, LLC for $5,258,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized ALP Utilities to advertise bids for 34th Avenue water main replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted rebate tax abatement for Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC (3‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑01 4 adopting economic development tax abatement for Runestone Hospitality (3‑0)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting - 8:00 PM

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss updating definitions and technical corrections to the city's zoning ordinance. The body will also consider a final plat for a two-lot subdivision.

• Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001 to update City Code Chapter 10 definitions and standards
• Proposed new zoning definitions for Assisted Living Facility, Compact Parking Space, Compact Vehicle, Practical Difficulties, and Terrace
• Proposed removal of 'Adult Novelty Business' from zoning definitions
• Proposed allowance for up to 10% of required site parking to be Compact Parking Spaces
• Final Plat Sa-24-002 for Schildt Homestead Addition, including a $500 park dedication fee

The commission approved Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001 with a unanimous vote. It also approved the final plat for the Schildt Homestead Addition (SA-24-002) with the same unanimous vote and the conditions outlined in the preliminary plat. Both actions were recorded as approved and referred for implementation.

• Approve Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001 (unanimous)
• Approve Final Plat SA-24-002 Schildt Homestead Addition with conditions (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting - 5:30 PM

The council listened to a presentation on the Flock Safety camera system, a review of the RCC IT build‑out proposal, updates on the RCC and Knute Nelson Memorial Park projects, a report from the Budget Committee, and a review of the management plan focusing on conduit debt. No motions were made, and the meeting adjourned without any decisions.

City Council Regular Meeting - 8:00 PM

The City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss the regulation of cannabis businesses and the 2025 license and permit fee schedule. The body will also consider authorizations for street improvements and the design of a parking lot at Fillmore Park.

• Second reading of ordinances to regulate cannabis businesses and amend zoning
• Second reading of the 2025 Fee Schedule for city licenses and permits
• Authorization to advertise bids for the 2025 Local Street Improvements Project
• Authorization to purchase materials and plan the Fillmore Park Splashpad and parking lot design
• Resolution appointing a Public Works Director

The council adopted a resolution appointing Brian Yavarow as Public Works Director effective March 31, 2025. It also approved special event permits for the ATCC Commencement and the Red Willow Arts Coalition Summer Concert Series. The council authorized a new garbage hauler license for Trash B Gone LLC, authorized the fire chief to sell SCBA equipment, and approved out‑of‑state travel for RCC Operations Lead Mat Hennen. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for ATCC Commencement (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for Red Willow Arts Coalition Summer Concert Series (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Garbage (Refuse) Hauler License for Trash B Gone LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized Fire Chief to sell four SCBA cascade bottles and a 2‑bay fill station (unanimous)
• Authorized out‑of‑state travel for Mat Hennen to NARCE conference (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Brian Yavarow as Public Works Director (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting - 5:30 PM

The City Council will discuss a proposed grant application for a West Central Initiative child care project manager and review the Business Assistance chapter of the tax abatement policy. The meeting also includes updates on public works and specific city projects.

• Review of West Central Initiative Child Care Project Manager Grant application
• Review of Tax Abatement Policy and Management Plan Business Assistance chapter
• Updates on RCC and Knute Nelson Memorial Park projects
• Discussion regarding the 2026 6th Avenue Project
• FBI Academy presentation by Captain Kevin Guenther

The council heard a presentation from the Alexandria Police Department's FBI Academy captain, reviewed a proposed child‑care grant, discussed the tax‑abatement policy, and received updates on public works staffing, park projects, and the 6th Avenue project. No motions were adopted or voted on.

City Council Regular Meeting - 8:00 PM

The City Council will discuss several first-reading ordinances regarding adult-use cannabis and the 2024 and 2025 fee schedules for licenses and permits. The body will also review a concept plan for the Fillmore Park splashpad and playground.

• First reading of ordinances relating to adult-use cannabis and cannabis business regulation
• First reading of 2024 and 2025 fee schedules for city licenses and permits
• Public hearing for Alexandria HRA 'Nokomis Townhomes' subdivision
• Resolution for a redevelopment grant for Park & 3Rd Alexandria, LLC
• Authorization to purchase an SCBA Compressor for the Fire Department

The council adopted two special event permits for Art in the Park and the Saturday Art Market, both unanimously. It also adopted a resolution authorizing the city to apply for a DEED redevelopment grant for Park & 3rd Alexandria LLC, committing the required local match and authorizing the contract signature, unanimously. Additionally, the council unanimously authorized the submission of a grant application to the West Central Initiative for a Child Care Project Manager.

• Approved Art in the Park special event permit (unanimous)
• Approved Saturday Art Market special event permit (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving DEED redevelopment grant application for Park & 3rd Alexandria LLC, committing local match and authorizing contract (unanimous)
• Authorized submittal of West Central Initiative Child Care Project Manager grant application (unanimous)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting - 8:00 PM

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision and conditional use permit for the Alexandria Housing & Redevelopment Authority. The body will also address a tabled variance request and elect officers for 2025.

• Proposed 14 townhome units on the east side of Nokomis Street (SA-24-011 and C-24-015)
• Proposed park dedication cash contribution of $25,521 for the Nokomis project
• Variance request V-24-004 for Jeff Syvrud
• Street Vacation VA-24-003 (cancelled/withdrawn)
• Election of 2025 officers

The commission elected Deb Parrott as chair and Adam Barnett as vice chair, each by unanimous vote. It approved subdivision application SA-24-011 for 14 townhome units, subject to five conditions, with a unanimous vote. It also approved conditional use application C-24-015 for the same development, with five conditions, unanimously. The street‑vacation request VA-24-003 was withdrawn and no action was taken on the proposed earlier meeting start time.

• Deb Parrott elected Chair (unanimous)
• Adam Barnett elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approve subdivision SA-24-011 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approve conditional use C-24-015 with conditions (unanimous)
• Street vacation VA-24-003 withdrawn (no action)
• Bylaw start‑time change request withdrawn, no action

City Council Special Meeting - 5:30 PM

The City Council will review an adult use cannabis ordinance and a tax abatement application from Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC. The meeting also includes project updates for the Fillmore Park splashpad and the Knute Nelson Memorial Park.

• Adult Use Cannabis Ordinance
• Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC Tax Abatement Application
• Park and 3Rd LLC DEED Redevelopment Grant
• Fillmore Park Splashpad and Playground design and fundraising update
• RCC and Knute Nelson Memorial Park Project updates

Council members heard updates on the Public Works Director hiring, the Fillmore Park splashpad and playground design, a hotel tax abatement application, a DEED redevelopment grant request, an adult‑use cannabis ordinance, city policy reviews, and the RCC construction project. No motions were voted on, and no decisions were made.

City Council Regular Meeting - 8:00 PM

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding an adult use cannabis ordinance and 2025 THC product sale license renewals. The body will also consider a tax abatement application for Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC and appointments for 2025 boards and commissions.

• Public hearing for Adult Use Cannabis Ordinance first reading
• Public hearing for 2025 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Product Sale License Renewals
• Tax abatement application public hearing for Runestone Hospitality Group, LLC
• Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Grant resolution for Voyager School
• Appointment of 2025 Boards, Committees, and Commissions

The council adopted new Rules of Procedure, the City Council Code of Conduct, and public participation decorum rules, all unanimously. It set a public hearing for the Runestone Hospitality Group tax abatement on February 24, 2025 with a 4‑to‑0 vote and one abstention. The council also changed the May 26, 2025 meeting to May 27, 2025 and approved the 2025 THC product sales license renewal for MN Releaf Inc., both unanimously.

• Adopt Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Adopt City Council Code of Conduct (unanimous)
• Adopt Public Participation Rules of Decorum (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Runestone tax abatement on Feb 24, 2025 (4‑0, 1 abstain)
• Change council meeting date from May 26 to May 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approve 2025 THC product sales license renewal for MN Releaf Inc. (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting - 5:30 PM

The City Council will review applications for various boards, committees, and commissions, with a specific decision required for ALASD Board appointments. Members will also discuss a draft Management Plan developed by Abdo Financial Solutions. The plan covers policies on budgeting, debt, purchasing, and risk management.

• Appointment of ALASD Board members
• Review of applications for Board, Committee, and Commission appointments
• Discussion of the draft Management Plan executive summary

The council reviewed applications for board, committee, and commission appointments. Council Member Bill Franzen moved to appoint Roger Thalman and Richard Rentz to the ALASD Board, and Council Member Nicole Mace seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously.

• Appointed Roger Thalman and Richard Rentz to the ALASD Board (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting - 7:00PM

The City Council will conduct public hearings for 2025 wine and THC product sales licenses. The body is also considering several TIF district decertifications and utility construction bids. Other agenda items include a shoreland ordinance amendment and park shelter fee reviews.

• Public hearings for 2025 wine licenses (Alexandria Viking Speedway and Chez Mateo Ventures LLC Dba La Ferme)
• Public hearing for 2025 THC product sale license renewals
• Decertification of TIF Districts #37 (Gendell Partners Alexandria, LLC), #39 (Silver Maple-Thrifty), and #43 (Lakewood Terrace)
• ALP Utilities request to award construction bids for 2025 Distribution Improvement Project
• Second reading of Shoreland Ordinance text amendment

The council awarded the 2025 Distribution Improvement Project construction bid to Anderson Underground for $742,065.66. It also approved several 2025 license renewals, including wine licenses for Viking Speedway and La Ferme, THC product sales licenses for eleven businesses, a mobile food‑truck license, a motorized vehicle racing license with conditions, and beer licenses for Viking Speedway and Pilot Travel Center. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Awarded $742,065.66 construction bid to Anderson Underground (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 wine license for Alexandria Viking Speedway, 300 Fairgrounds Rd (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 wine license for Chez Mateo Ventures LLC dba La Ferme (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 THC product sales license renewals for eleven listed businesses (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 mobile food‑truck/vendor license renewal for Flavor Shack LLC (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 motorized vehicle racing license and schedule for Alexandria Viking Speedway with pit location and time restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 off‑sale beer license renewal for Pilot Travel Center #590 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 on‑sale beer license renewal for Alexandria Viking Speedway (unanimous)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting - 7:00PM

The commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals: a street vacation for 15th Avenue within the ATCC First Addition, a subdivision called Nokomis Townhomes, and a preliminary plat for the Pioneer Properties First Addition. The street vacation request seeks to remove a dedicated but unbuilt public street to allow additional land for development, pending replat recording. The Nokomis Townhomes subdivision will be tabled until a conditional use permit is ready. The Pioneer Properties preliminary plat outlines a large farmland parcel for future commercial development.

• Street Vacation – VA-24-002 – 15th Avenue/ATCC Addition (Enterprise-JHS, LLC)
• Subdivision – SA-24-011 – Alexandria HRA "Nokomis Townhomes" (tabled)
• Preliminary Plat – SA-24-010 – "Pioneer Properties First Addition" (Johnson family)
• Old & Other Business – Planning Commission meeting dates for 2025
• Final Plat – SA-24-004 – ATCC First Addition (Alexandria Technical Community College)

The commission unanimously approved the vacation of the dedicated but unbuilt 15th Avenue (VA-24-002) and referred it for further action. The commission also unanimously voted to table the Nokomis Townhomes subdivision application (SA-24-011) until the January 21, 2025 meeting. No decision was recorded for the Pioneer Properties First Addition preliminary plat.

• Approved & referred street vacation VA-24-002 (unanimous: Barnett, Franzen, Molesworth, Anderson; absent Huether, Schmidt)
• Tabled subdivision SA-24-011 (Nokomis Townhomes) until 1/21/2025 (unanimous: Barnett, Franzen, Molesworth, Anderson; absent Huether, Schmidt)

City Council Special Meeting - 5:00PM

The council met on Dec. 9, 2024 to review the 2025 budget and tax levy, discuss proposed Shoreland Ordinance amendments, examine a redevelopment grant, and receive updates on the RCC and Knute Nelson Memorial Park projects. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 PM.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding three conditional use requests and one subdivision application. These items involve the Alexandria Golf Club, Lilac Lodge Resort, and Rosewood Ridge.

• Conditional Use C-25-005: Little Darling Junior Learning Center (Alexandria Golf Club)
• Conditional Use C-25-006: Rajesh Adapa, Lilac Lodge Resort
• Conditional Use C-25-007: Rosewood Ridge (Faisale Boukari)
• Subdivision SA-25-001: Rosewood Ridge (Faisale Boukari)

The commission voted to approve Conditional Use C-25-005, allowing the Alexandria Golf Club to build a 2,200‑sq‑ft clubhouse and associated parking, subject to standard permit and site‑specific conditions. It also approved Conditional Use C-25-006 for the Lilac Lodge Resort, permitting a reconfiguration that increases setbacks and reduces impervious cover, with similar permit requirements. No decision was recorded for the Rosewood Ridge townhome subdivision application.

• Approved Conditional Use C-25-005 (Little Darling Junior Learning Center) – passed
• Approved Conditional Use C-25-006 (Lilac Lodge Resort reconfiguration) – passed
• Rosewood Ridge townhome subdivision (C-25-007/SA-25-001) – no decision recorded

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider four conditional use permit applications. The body will also review a final plat/replat for the Oak Knoll Arms First Addition.

• Conditional Use Permit C-25-001: ALP Utilities
• Conditional Use Permit C-25-002: Aaron Harren dba Adzi Properties, LLC
• Conditional Use Permit C-25-003 and Final Plat/Replat 'Oak Knoll Arms First Addition': Patrick Collins dba Oak Knoll Complex, LLC
• Conditional Use Permit C-25-004: Travis Kloehn

The commission unanimously approved the ALP Utilities water tower conditional use (C-25-001). It also unanimously approved the Adzi Properties multifamily conversion conditional use (C-25-002). The Oak Knoll Arms First Addition final plat and its conditional use (C-25-003) were approved, with Commissioner Molesworth abstaining on both actions.

• Approved ALP Utilities water tower conditional use (C-25-001) – unanimous vote (ayes: Barnett, Huether, Franzen, Molesworth, Anderson, Schmidt)
• Approved Adzi Properties multifamily conversion conditional use (C-25-002) – unanimous vote (ayes: Barnett, Huether, Franzen, Molesworth, Anderson, Schmidt)
• Approved Oak Knoll Arms First Addition final plat (C-25-003) – passed with ayes: Barnett, Huether, Franzen, Anderson, Schmidt; Molesworth abstained
• Approved Oak Knoll Arms First Addition conditional use (C-25-003) – passed with ayes: Barnett, Huether, Franzen, Anderson, Schmidt; Molesworth abstained

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment and consider the final plat for the Schildt Homestead Addition.

• Public hearing: Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001
• Final Plat – SA-24-002 – Schildt Homestead Addition

The commission approved Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001 after a presentation by Planning Director Mike Weber; the motion was unanimous. The commission also approved the Final Plat SA-24-002 for the Schildt Homestead Addition, attaching the same conditions as the preliminary plat, with a unanimous vote. Both actions were recorded as approved and referred for implementation.

• Approved Zoning Text Amendment TA-25-001 (unanimous vote)
• Approved Final Plat SA-24-002 "Schildt Homestead Addition" with conditions (unanimous vote)

City Council - Special Meeting

The council toured the Knute Nelson Memorial Park construction site and received updates on several projects, including the park’s curb and fence change order, a light tower relocation, the HRA affordable housing initiatives, the downtown AED installation, and the RCC project. Staff presented information on the city’s finance fund balance, a draft tax abatement policy, the Adopt‑A‑Drain program, and next steps for an organizational study. No motions, votes, or formal approvals were recorded during the meeting.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss affordable housing aid and several redevelopment agreements, including projects for Twenty08 LLC and Park and 3rd Alexandria, LLC. The body will also consider conditional use permits and a new subdivision request. Other items include public works equipment upgrades and a city code update regarding trailer parking.

• Subdivision SA-25-001 “Rosewood Ridge” and Conditional Use C-25-007
• Conditional Use C-25-005 for "Little Darling Junior Learning Center"
• Funding agreements for Twenty08 LLC and Park and 3rd Alexandria, LLC
• Ordinance updating City Code Section 7 regarding trailer parking in municipal lots
• Public Works upgrades for a 2025 Bobcat Loader and Skid Steer Loader

The council adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved the Ride of Silence special event permit for May 21, 2025, and also approved a fireworks indoor‑sales license for Walmart and a temporary liquor license for the Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association’s Bull O Rama event. All approvals were passed unanimously by the five council members.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved Ride of Silence special event permit (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved 2025 Fireworks (Indoor Sales) License for Walmart 1632 (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association’s Bull O Rama event (unanimous 5‑0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects and financial management. The agenda includes reviews of tax abatement policies and municipal finance.

• Park & 3rd Redevelopment Project
• Bellanca Building Flight Simulator Project
• Knute Nelson Memorial Park Project Update
• Fillmore Park Playground Project
• Management Plan Review regarding Tax Abatement Policy

The council met on April 14, 2025 and heard presentations on several projects and topics, including the Board of Appeal process, municipal finance, park redevelopment, a flight simulator project, and updates on various park projects. No discussions or votes were recorded on any of the items. The meeting was adjourned at 6:55 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for the 34th Avenue water main replacement and the 2025 Local Street Improvement Project. The body will also review food truck licenses, a park playground proposal, and the appointment of a City Engineer.

• Construction Services Contract for 34th Avenue Water Main Replacement
• Bids for the 2025 Local Street Improvement Project
• Engineering Agreement for Fillmore Park Splash Pad Parking Lot
• Appointment of Brian Yavarow as City Engineer
• Mobile Food Truck licenses for Fruity Bowls, Miller Concessions, and Sorny B's Smokin Grill

The Alexandria City Council adopted a series of unanimous actions, including a special event permit for the Pickleball Association, multiple mobile food‑truck licenses, a temporary liquor license for Legacy of the Lakes Museum, a two‑year field‑maintenance contract, and a bid award for the 34th Avenue water main replacement. The council also authorized the purchase and upgrade to BS&A Cloud Services for $137,170. All motions were approved without dissent.

• Approved Special Event Permit for Alexandria Pickleball Association "2025 Summer Paddle Battle" (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Food Truck license for Fruity Bowls (unanimous)
• Approved three Mobile Food Truck licenses for Miller Concessions (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary One‑Day On‑Sale Liquor Licenses for Legacy of the Lakes Museum events (unanimous)
• Approved 2‑year field maintenance agreement with Jacob Munsch ($9,500 per season) (unanimous)
• Approved bid for 34th Avenue Water Main Replacement ($581,479 to Joe Riley Construction) (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase/upgrade to BS&A Cloud Services ($137,170) (unanimous)
• Approved Transient Merchant license for Craig Berg dba Cooler Treats (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a special meeting to receive updates on several projects, including the Fillmore Park splashpad, parking lot and playground, the Knute Nelson Memorial Park, and the RCC project. Additional items include a BS&A cloud conversion project, a review of the tax abatement policy, and a discussion of future land use for the ALP existing campus and the city’s sesquicentennial celebration. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of project updates and discussions.

• Fillmore Park Splashpad/Parking Lot/Playground Update
• Knute Nelson Memorial Park Project Update
• RCC Project Update
• BS&A Cloud Conversion Project
• Management Plan Review – Tax Abatement Policy

The March 24, 2025 special meeting of the Alexandria City Council consisted of staff updates on several projects, including Fillmore Park splashpad, Knute Nelson Memorial Park, RCC IT equipment, and a cloud conversion project. No discussion or votes were recorded on any agenda items. The council adjourned at 6:50 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several conditional use permits and a ground lease with Runestone Go-Kart Racing, Inc. The meeting includes reviews of 2024 annual reports for building and police departments, as well as a naming rights agreement for Knute Nelson Memorial Park.

• Conditional Use permits C-25-001 (ALP Utilities), C-25-002 (Adzi Properties, LLC), C-25-003, and C-25-004
• Ground lease with Runestone Go-Kart Racing, Inc.
• Naming Rights Agreement with Alexandria Youth Baseball Association for Knute Nelson Memorial Park
• Resolution to participate in the Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program
• Purchase of IT equipment for the Runestone Community Center

The council unanimously approved a special event permit for the Mental Health Walk on May 16. It also authorized a full‑time Building Department internship for April 1‑May 9, costing $4,000. The city accepted a Minnesota DOT grant to purchase a new Boss V‑Plow snowplow attachment, with a $4,229.40 local match, and authorized the sale of the old snowplow. Additional unanimous actions included accepting the police department’s 2024 annual report, joining the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program, and appointing municipal trustees to the fire department relief association.

• Approved Special Event Permit for Mental Health Walk (unanimous)
• Authorized Building Department internship (unanimous, $4,000 cost)
• Approved execution of MN DOT grant for airport snowplow ($14,097.99 total, $4,229.40 local share) (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of used airport snowplow, proceeds to Airport Improvement Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted Alexandria Police Department 2024 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to join Minnesota GreenStep Cities program (unanimous)
• Appointed municipal trustees to Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to receive updates on several local projects and review a deferred loan agreement. The session includes discussions on park improvements and city policies.

• Twenty08 Deferred Loan Agreement
• Fillmore Park Splashpad Update
• RCC Project Update
• Knute Nelson Memorial Park Project Update
• Broadway 8th to 18th Project

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a deferred loan agreement for a workforce housing project and a second reading of an ordinance to update city code definitions and standards. The body will also review various business licenses and a new employee recognition policy.

• Deferred Loan Agreement for Twenty08 LLC Workforce Housing Project
• Second Reading of Ordinance Amending City Code Section 10
• Resolution Adopting The Recognition Policy
• Fireworks license for Target #821
• Mobile Food Truck license for Schmuck Shack LLC

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision and conditional use permit for Nokomis Townhomes. The body will also consider a street vacation for Co Rd 23 and a variance for Jeff Syvrud. Additionally, the commission will elect officers for 2025.

• Public hearing: Subdivision SA-24-011 and Conditional Use C-24-015 for Nokomis Townhomes
• Public hearing: Street Vacation VA-24-003 for Co Rd 23
• Variance V-24-004 for Jeff Syvrud
• Election of officers for 2025
• Discussion on bylaw amendment regarding meeting start-time