Chanhassen public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Special Meeting
The Chanhassen City Council will consider a Consent Agenda that bundles several routine approvals into a single motion. Items include a first amendment to a development contract with Roers Chanhassen Bennett, Harlow, and Fund Manager LLCs, encroachment agreements for a private road in the Market Street Addition and for improvements in a public drainage easement, and stormwater maintenance and operations agreements with the same Roers entities. The Council will also declare a vacancy on the Commission on Aging. General business and correspondence will follow.
- Approve First Amendment to Development Contract with Roers Chanhassen Bennett Apartment Owner LLC, Roers Chanhassen Harlow Apartment Owner LLC, and Roers Chanhassen Fund Manager LLC
- Approve Encroachment Agreement for Private Road within Outlot A, Chanhassen Market Street Addition
- Approve Encroachment Agreement for private improvements in a public drainage and utility easement
- Approve Stormwater Maintenance and Operations Agreements with Roers Chanhassen Harlow Apartments Owner, LLC and Roers Chanhassen Bennett Apartments Owner, LLC
- Declare Vacancy on Commission on Aging
City Council
The City Council will conduct a Truth-in-Taxation public hearing to approve the 2025 final budget, the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan, and the tax levy. The meeting also includes discussions on cannabis business licensing and local area sales tax.
- Truth-in-Taxation public hearing for 2025 Budget and Tax Levy
- Cooperative Agreement with Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District for Upper Riley Creek Ecological Enhancement Project (City share estimated at $143,000)
- Proposed Decant Facility construction estimated at $758,000
- Contract for 2025 Policing Services with Carver County Sheriff's Office
- Ordinances amending cannabis business licensing and regulation
City Council
The City Council will conduct a final review of the proposed 2025 levy, budgets, and Capital Improvement Program. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the vacation of roadway, drainage, and utility easements.
- Final review of proposed 2025 Levy, Budgets, and CIP
- Public hearing on vacating a perpetual roadway easement at Lot 6, Section 5, Township 116, Range 23
- Public hearing on vacating drainage and utility easements at 7506 Erie Avenue
- Awarding bids for Civic Campus Bid Package 3: Irrigation & Landscaping, Metal Railings
- Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Rotary Club of Chanhassen for February 1, 2025
City Council
The City Council will review preliminary 2025 utility fund budgets and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program. Members will also discuss zoning amendments for group homes in Rural Residential and Agricultural Estate districts.
- Proposed zoning changes for group homes serving 7 to 16 persons in RR and A-2 districts
- Public hearing for Crimson Bay Road Improvement Project plans and specifications
- Contract award for lobbying services to Lockridge Grindal Nauen
- Adoption of an AI Policy
- Vacation of public drainage and utility easements at 6630 and 6660 Horseshoe Curve
City Council
The council will hold a work session to discuss several policy topics, including a cannabis ordinance, a pickleball court location, and a Highway 7 corridor update. After the work session, the Economic Development Authority will consider minutes and a resolution to approve agreements for refinancing the Lake at Chanhassen TIF project. The consent agenda includes approvals for a rooftop solar contract, a fireworks permit, and a liquor license for The OG Coffee & Wine Bar. Public hearings will address delinquent utility accounts and the liquor license request.
- Resolution Approving Certain Agreements Regarding Refinancing of the Lake at Chanhassen TIF Project
- Authorization of Contract for the Rooftop Solar Project on the proposed new City Hall
- Approval of Fireworks Show Permit for the Feast of St. Hubert on November 2, 2024
- Approve On-Sale Beer & Wine Liquor License for The OG Coffee & Wine, LLC, DBA The O.G. Coffee & Wine Bar located at 600 Market Street, Suite 110
- Resolution 2024-XX; Authorize condemnation of land associated with the TH 41 Roundabout project
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposal for citywide speed limit reductions and review a budget update for the General Fund. The body will also consider several development contracts and encroachment agreements.
- Citywide speed limit reduction proposal discussion
- Conceptual development review for 6535 Peaceful Lane (Pleasant View Pointe)
- Development contract for Avienda Townhomes Addition
- Cooperative Grant Agreement with Great River Greening for Lake Ann Park Preserve
- Call for improvement hearing for Crimson Bay Road Improvements Project
City Council
The Chanhassen City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including approving a contract with MadisonAI and authorizing a contract for the Galpin Boulevard retaining wall replacement. Other items include approving work session minutes, receiving commission minutes, and discussing updates on the Lake Ann Park Preserve, Civic Campus playground, and Market Boulevard reconstruction. The meeting also features a work session, public announcements, and a citizen action request.
- Approve contract with MadisonAI
- Award contract for Galpin Blvd retaining wall replacement
- Approve a Conditional Use Permit for a contracting yard at 1591 Park Road
- Resolution to authorize design and construction services for 2024 Stormwater Pond Improvement Project
- Ordinance amendments to City Code on council compensation and lawful gambling regulation
City Council
The council will discuss the preliminary 2025 levy and general fund budget, updates on the Highway 5 project and Bluff Creek Drive development concept, and schedule future work sessions. Public hearings will consider a sanitary sewer lift station improvement and a vacation of easements for the Roers property. A resolution will address a pedestrian crossing improvement on Minnewashta Parkway at Kings Road.
- Presentation of Preliminary 2025 Levy and General Fund Budget
- Highway 5 Project Update
- Bluff Creek Drive Development Concept Update
- Public Hearing: Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 33 Improvement Project
- Resolution: Approve improved pedestrian crossing on Minnewashta Parkway at Kings Road
City Council
The City Council will review the early draft of the 2025 General Fund Budget and Levy. The body is also deciding on intersection control or pedestrian crossing improvements at Minnewashta Parkway and Kings Road.
- Review of 2025 General Fund Budget and Levy
- Proposed intersection control or pedestrian crossing at Minnewashta Parkway and Kings Road
- Public hearing for on-sale beer and wine liquor license for Artistic Timber LLC at 7882 Market Boulevard
- Declaration of intent for municipal water and sewer service to 7050 Kings Road
- Call for public improvement hearing for Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 33 Project
City Council
The City Council will review several routine items including previous meeting minutes and claims paid. The agenda also includes a contract release for Market Square and authorization regarding Aqueous Film-Forming Foam water system settlements.
- Release of Contract for Private Development and Assessment Agreements - Market Square
- Joint Powers Agreement for Highway 7 Safe Road Zone Grant
- Massage Therapy Business License for InZen Spa at 8951 Crossroad Boulevard Suite 303
- Authorization for entering into Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) Water System Settlements
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 preliminary budget and levy. The Economic Development Authority will consider TIF resolutions for two apartment developments in Chanhassen Market Street Addition. The council will also address various ordinances regarding fees and zoning.
- $24,250,000 General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan Bonds sale
- TIF contracts for Roers Chanhassen Bennett and Harlow Apartments
- 2024 Trail Improvement Project construction contract award
- Ordinance amending the 2024 Fee Schedule
- Final assessment roll for the Chan View Area pavement project
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session regarding the Chanhassen Bluffs Community Center and concept plans for the Laredo Drive extension. The regular meeting includes several contract awards, license approvals, and easement vacation resolutions.
- Laredo Drive extension concept plans discussion
- South Lotus Lake Park Trail Project contract award
- West 96th Street Asphalt Repairs contract award
- East Water Treatment Plant Fill Station Improvement Project contract award
- On-Sale Beer & Wine Liquor License for Thaliwala at 7850 Market Boulevard
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss development fees and the Market Street Addition redevelopment project. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the issuance of CIP bonds and the adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan. The council will also consider various contracts related to the Civic Campus and pavement rehabilitation.
- Public hearing for CIP bond issuance and Capital Improvement Plan adoption
- Awarding Bid Package #2 for the Civic Campus Project
- Construction materials testing contract for the Civic Campus
- Agreement for the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project No. 24-01
- Temporary modification for beer service at Hackamore Brewing Company parking lot
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session covering streets funding, the Civic Campus budget, and the Chanhassen Bluffs Sports Complex. The regular meeting includes a public hearing for a liquor license at Life Time Pickleball and consideration of a Comcast franchise agreement.
- Streets funding discussion
- Civic Campus budget update
- Chanhassen Bluffs Sports Complex discussion
- 2024 Pavement Striping contract award
- Ordinance amending short term rental regulations
City Council - Special Work Session Meeting
The City Council will hold a special work session to discuss the Chanhassen Bluffs Sport Complex. The council will also receive an update regarding bids for the Civic Campus.
- Chanhassen Bluffs Sport Complex discussion
- Civic Campus bids update
City Council
The City Council will review downtown design guidelines and wayfinding plans during a work session. The regular meeting includes public hearings regarding a cable franchise and the 2024 City Pavement Rehabilitation Project.
- Review of Downtown Design Guidelines and Wayfinding Plan
- Public hearing for Cable Franchise Resolution
- Bids and contract award for 2024 City Pavement Rehabilitation Project
- Establishment of the Volunteer Rain Garden Program for pavement rehabilitation
- Amendment to 2024 City Fees and Charges Schedule regarding liquor license fees
City Council - Rescheduled from April 8
The City Council will review the Three-Year Economic Development Plan and discuss sewer and road extension projects. Members will also consider rezoning for the Chanhassen Civic Campus and redevelopment for the Market Street Addition. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a liquor license for Moe's of Chanhassen.
- Redevelopment of Chanhassen Cinema and Hotel (Market Street Addition)
- Modification to Downtown Chanhassen Redevelopment Plan and TIF District No. 13
- Rezoning for the Chanhassen Civic Campus
- Liquor license for Moe's of Chanhassen, LLC
- Acquisition of a drainage easement at 8080 Marsh Drive
City Council Special Meeting-Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the architecture for the Chanhassen Cinema and Country Inn & Suites redevelopment proposal. The agenda also includes reviewing the schedule for future work sessions.
- Architecture discussion regarding Chanhassen Cinema and Country Inn & Suites redevelopment proposal
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several topics including broadband, housing legislation, and a redevelopment proposal for Chanhassen Cinema and Country Inn & Suites. The regular meeting includes a swearing-in ceremony for Fire Chief Andrew Heger and a contract award for pothole patching.
- Redevelopment discussion: Chanhassen Cinema and Country Inn & Suites
- Contract award: 2024 Pothole Patching to Northwest Asphalt, Inc.
- Resolution 2024-XX: Mediacom Cable Television Franchise extension
- Swearing-in of Fire Chief Andrew Heger
- Short Term Rental Ordinance Update Memo
City Council
The council will review a site plan request for the Market Street Addition to redevelop the Chahnassen Cinema and Hotel. Members will also hold public hearings regarding modifications to the Downtown Chanhassen Redevelopment Plan and the establishment of Tax Increment Financing District No. 13.
- Development contract for 53 rowhomes at Powers and Lyman Boulevards
- Bid package #1 award for the Civic Campus Project
- Redevelopment plan modification for Downtown Chanhassen
- Award for 2024 4th of July tents, tables, and chairs
- Site plan request for Market Street Addition
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 82nd Street project, the Railroad Depot building, and short-term rental licensing. The regular meeting includes several consent agenda items regarding city agreements, fleet purchases, and pavement rehabilitation.
- 82nd Street (CSAH 18) Project Update
- Short-Term Rental Ordinance and Licensing Program Discussion
- Site Plan and Parking Agreements for Affinitech at 2451 Galpin Court
- 2024 City Pavement Rehabilitation Project No. 24-01
- 2024 Private Property Inflow and Infiltration Grant Program
City Council
The City Council will hold a listening session regarding the short-term rental ordinance and program review. The Economic Development Authority will consider releasing contracts for private development in TIF District #4. The council will also discuss downtown design guidelines and civic campus updates.
- Short-term rental ordinance and program review listening session
- Release of contracts for private development in TIF District #4
- Professional services agreement with SEH for Lake Ann Park Preserve
- Liquor license application for Life Time Pickleball at 2970 Water Tower Place
- Contract for services with BKV Group for Chanhassen Bluffs Sports Complex
City Council Special Meeting-Work Session
The Chanhassen City Council will conduct a special meeting work session focused on the Civic Campus. The discussion is scheduled for the evening of February 5, 2024.
- Civic Campus Discussion
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several development projects, including the Gorra Property and 320 Lake Drive East. The regular meeting includes proposed ordinances to amend lot cover standards in various zoning districts.
- Work session discussion on 320 Lake Drive East property development
- Ordinance to amend Lot Cover Standards in the Shoreland Overlay Zoning District
- Ordinance to amend Lot Cover Standards in the Single Family Residential (RSF) Zoning District
- Contract award to Diversified Drainage for Lake Ann Park Preserve Boardwalk Improvement Project
- Professional Services Agreement with SEH for Lake Ann Park Preserve
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review the Civic Campus budget and 2024 council priorities. Public hearings are also scheduled for a wildlife management plan and the 2024 City Pavement Rehabilitation Project No. 24-01. Additionally, the council will consider routine items including site plan approvals and policy amendments.
- Public hearing for 2024 City Pavement Rehabilitation Project No. 24-01
- Adoption of a Wildlife Management Plan
- Site plan approval for Affinitech at 2451 Galpin Court
- Discussion of the Civic Campus Budget
- Amendment to the City's Investment Policy