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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

Chatfield City Council to consider liquor license and hiking trail signage

The City Council will review a consent agenda including several resolutions and financial statements. The body will also discuss a proposal for MN Driftless Hiking Trail signage.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 July 13, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. a.  2026 06 22 Regular Council Meeting Minutes   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Resolution 2026-61 Accepting Library Donations   d.  Resolution 2026-62 - A Resolution Granting Approval of a new Off-sale Liquor License   e.  Resolution 2026-63 - a Resolution Appointing City of Chatfield Election Judges for the August 11, 2026 Primary Election   f.  Resolution 2026-64 Accepting Fire Department Donations   g.  Resolution 2026-65 Accepting Ambulance Donations   h.  2025 Financial Statement. CohnReznick has confirmed the filiing with the State Auditors office for compliance Annual Financial Statement Review | Administrative Dashboard   i.  Approve a pay-step increase for Beth Carlson to Grade 8, Step 6 effective on the employment anniversary   j.  Maintenance Agreement with Olmsted C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

City Council to review draft RFP for legal services

The City Council will review a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for legal services to consider posting. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with resolutions regarding ambulance donations and a liquor license amendment.

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✓ Decided: Chatfield Council approves legal services RFP and consent agenda items

The City Council approved a Request for Proposal for city attorney services. The council also adopted a consent agenda containing meeting minutes, accounts payable claims totaling $172,518.00, an ambulance donation resolution, a VFW liquor license amendment, and a land lease.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 June 22, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. a.  Approval of minutes from the June 6, 2026 Regular Meeting   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Resolution 2026-59 Accepting Annual Ambulance Donations June-02   d.  Resolution 2026-60 - A Resolution Granting Approval of an Amendment to the VFW Club Liquor License   e.  2026 Land Lease - E&J Underground    V. New Business   a.  RFP for Legal Services Draft   Review RFP as drafted, consider recommendation for posting. VI. Committee Reports   a.  Public Services Committee   June 22, 2026 Meeting Packet b.  Committee of the Whole   June 22, 2026 Meeting Packet VII. Mayor's Report   VIII. City Administrator's Report    IX. Roundtable   X. Next Meetings   Monday, July 13, 2026: Personnel Budget Committee (4:30 p.m.), Public Works Committee (5:30 p. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 2 Regular Meeting June 22, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 22, 2026 The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, June 22, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Dave Frank, and John McBroom. Members absent: Josh Broadwater, and Pam Bluhm. Others Present: Karen Reisner, Gretchen Lovejoy-Mensink, Scott Keigley, Brian Burkholder, Fred Suhler Jr., Lynda Karver, Alison Bentley, Michele Peterson, and Beth Carlson. Approve Agenda – Additions or Corrections Dave Frank entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, and Frank Nays: None Absent: Councilors: Broadwater, and Bluhm Motion carried. Consent A genda Paul Novotny entered a motion, with a second by Dave Frank, to adopt the consent agenda which included the following items: 1. Approval of minutes from the June 6, 2026 Regular Meeting 2. Accounts Payable Claims Listings which included: Batch Name Amount 2026 06FA02 $107,360.32 2026 06FA02U $23,654.79 2026 0604VNDRPR $40,287.99 2026 06ADM01 $654.30 2026 0618PR EE Exp Reimb $560.60 Total $172,518.00 3. Resolution 2026-59 Accepting Annual Ambulance Donations June-02 4. Resolution 2026-60 - A Resolution Granting Approval of an Amendment to the VFW Club Liquor License 5. 2026 Land Lease - E&J Undergrou [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council

Chatfield City Council to consider alley closure and TMO contract amendment

The City Council will vote on a temporary alley closure west of the Olmsted Medical Center parking lot. Members are also considering a TMO contract amendment to extend the completion date to June 30, 2027. The meeting includes several resolutions to accept donations for the library, fire department, and ambulance fund.

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✓ Decided: Chatfield Council approves ambulance cot purchase and alley closure

The City Council approved a TMO contract amendment and the purchase of an ambulance power cot. They also authorized a one-day alley closure for a community event contingent on homeowner approval.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 June 8, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. a.  Approve May 11, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes   b.  Approve May 21 2026 Emergency Meeting Minutes   c.  Approve May 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes   d.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   e.  Resolution 2026-55 Accepting Ambulance Fund Drive Donations   f.  Resolution 2026-56 Accepting Fire Department Donations   g.  Resolution 2026-57 Accepting Library Donation   h.  Resolution 2026-58 Temporary Liquor License - Chatfield Fire Department Activities Association   i.  Bridge Agreement Amendment - timeline extension   j.  Approve a pay-step increase for Dan Funk to Grade 6, Step 8-Maximum effective on the anniversary date.   V. New Business   a.  TMO Contract Amendment   Motion to approve the completion date to June 30, 2027 to align with Legislative Funding. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 3 Regular Meeting June 8, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 8, 2026 Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, June 8, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: None. Others Present: Michelle Folken, Jean Odegarden, Todd & Cathy French, Karen Reisner, Lynda Karver, Scott Keigley, Michele Peterson, and Beth Carlson. Approv al of the Agenda Two items are being added to the agenda. 1. Alley closure request (west of Olmsted Medical Center, between 2nd and 3rd Streets) will be added to the Administrator's Report 2. Step increase for Dan Funk to Grade 6, Step 8 effective on his anniversary date will be added to the consent agenda Mike Urban entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, to approve to approve the agenda with the addition of two items: 1. Alley closure request (west of Olmsted Medical Center, between 2nd and 3rd Streets) will be added to the Administrator's Report 2. Step increase for Dan Funk to Grade 6, Step 8 effective on his anniversary date will be added to the consent agenda Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Motion carried. Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 4, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 June 1, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   II. Minutes   A.  Minutes of the May 4, 2026 Meeting   Motion to approve the minutes as presented. III. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Joint Meeting take-aways   Review and Discuss B.  Planning steps- 1 year, 5 year, 10 year   IV. Adjourn   V. Next Meeting August 3, 2026 @ 7:00pm  
Tue May 26, 2026

City Council

Council will consider amending the Amco 3rd Development Agreement

The Chatfield City Council will review and vote on several items, including an amendment to the Amco 3rd Development Agreement and approval of a repair quote for the Thurber Building. The council will also consider a budget amendment for the Park Department, a purchase of server configuration and Cisco licensing for remote access, and multiple resolutions to accept various donations. Step increases for several city employees are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council amends Amco development agreement and approves building repairs

The council approved the agenda with two added resolutions and adopted the consent agenda, which covered payments, a park budget amendment, staff step increases, and several donation acceptances. It also approved the Lexipol police policy contract, Salt/Sand hoop shed options, an amendment to the Amco Third Development Agreement, and accepted a construction quote to repair water damage in the Thurber Building. All motions passed unanimously among the three present councilors.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 May 26, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. a.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   b.  Resolution 2026-38 Amending the Park Department Budget   c.  Server Configuration & Cisco Licensing for Remote Access   d.  Resolution 2026-49 Authorizing the transfer of funds  and closure of project   e.  Approve a step increase for Steve Schmeideberg to Grade 7 Step 7 effective on anniversary date   f.  Approve a step increase for Richard Evans to Grade 7 Step 2 effective on the anniversary date   g.  Approve a step increase for Kevin Landorf to Grade 7 Step 7 effective on the anniversary date   h.  Approve a step increase for Andrea Eickhoff to Grade 4 Step 6 effective on the anniversary date   i.  Resolution 2026-50 Accepting Ambulance Donations   j.  Resolution 2026-51 to Accept Donation Funds   k.  Resolution 2026-52 Accepting Library Donations   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 3 Regular Meeting May 26, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: Paul Novotny, and Dave Frank. Approve Agenda – Additions or Corrections Mike Urban entered a motion, with a second by Pam Bluhm, to approve the agenda with the addition of two resolutions to the consent agenda. Resolution 2026-54 and Resolution 2026-53. Ayes: Councilors: Urban, Broadwater, and Bluhm Nays: None Absent: Councilors: Novotny, and Frank Motion carried. Consent Agenda Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Pam Bluhm, to approve the consent agenda which included the following items: 1. Accounts Payable Claims Listings Batch Name Amount 2026 05FA02 $76,316.02 2026 05FA02U $32,548.23 2026 05ADM03 $1,780.65 2026 0507VNDRPR $40,094.82 2026 05ADM04 $972.97 Total $151,712.69 2. Resolution 2026-38 Amending the Park Department Budget 3. Server Configuration & Cisco Licensing for Remote Access 4. Resolution 2026-49 Authorizing the transfer of funds and closure of project 5. Approve a step increase for Steve Schmeideberg to Grade 7 S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri May 22, 2026

City Council - No video - Emergency Meeting

City Council to consider placing employee on administrative leave

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially vote on placing an employee on administrative leave. This action is pending the completion of a review of a specific incident in accordance with City policy.

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✓ Decided: Council terminated employee Ken Gallion's employment

The emergency council meeting was closed briefly for private personnel data and then reopened. Councilors voted to terminate Ken Gallion's employment effective immediately, with all four voting members in favor. The council then adjourned the meeting.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 May 21, 2026, 4:30 P.M. A1. Discussion Item   1.  Consideration of Placement of Employee on Administrative Leave (The City Council may close the meeting pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 13D.05, Subd. 2(b) to discuss data that may be classified as private personnel data.)     Motion to place the employee on administrative leave pending completion of the review of the incident in question, in accordance with City policy.
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Page 1 of 1 Emergency Meeting May 21, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 21, 2026 Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in emergency session on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 4:32 p.m. Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: Josh Broadwater Others Present: Chief Scott Keigley, Michele Peterson Discussion Items Consideration of Placement of Employee on Administrative Leave Mayor McBroom announced that the meeting would be closed pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D.05, Subd. 2(b) to discuss data that may be classified as private personnel data. The meeting was reopened to the public at 4:44 p.m. Mike Urban entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, terminate the employment of Ken Gallion effective immediately. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Motion carried. Adjournment Mike Urban entered a motion, with a second by Pam Bluhm, to adjourn at 4:45 p.m. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Motion carried. /s/Michele Peterson City Administrative
Tue May 12, 2026

City Council

City Council votes to raise trash bag fee to $2.55 each

The Chatfield City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine items such as the minutes from the April 27 meeting, an amended Durapatcher agreement, a security camera policy, and several exempt permits. The council will also act on the Amco III development agreement and final plat, request proposals for the Shady Oak redevelopment, and adopt the 2015 Comprehensive Plan with 2025 updates. A new resolution will increase the fee for trash bags to $2.55 per bag.

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✓ Decided: Council approved Amco III development agreement and final plat

The council approved the Amco III Development Agreement and its final plat, both unanimously. It adopted two updates to the Comprehensive Plan, including renaming Park Street to Winona Street and adding a sidewalk proposal. The council also cancelled a purchase agreement for lot 10, Block 3, and increased bag fees to $2.55. Additional actions included tabling the Shady Oak redevelopment, approving a land conveyance, and hiring a seasonal worker.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 May 11, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. IVa.  Approval of 2026 04 27 Regular Meeting Minutes   IVb.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   IVc.  Durapatcher Agreement - Amended   IVd.  Resolution 2026-36 Security Camera Policy   IVe.  2026-38 Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for St. Mary’s Catholic Church   IVf.  2026-39 Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Chatfield Youth Trap Organization   IVg.  2026-40 Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Chatfield Youth Trap Organization   IVh.  Resolution 2026-43 Approving Agreement with the DNR for OHV Trails   IVi.  Approve a step increase for Scott Keigley to Grade 10 Step 4 effective May 16, 2026   V. City Engineer Report   Va.  Amco III Development Agreement   Motion to approve as recommended. V [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 4 Regular Meeting May 11, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, May 11, 2026 Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, May 11, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Pam Bluhm, Dave Frank, and John McBroom. Members absent: None. Approve Agenda Dave Frank entered a motion, with a second by Pam Bluhm, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, Bluhm, and Frank Nays: None Motion carried. Consent Agenda Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, to approve the consent agenda which included the following: 1. Approval of 2026 04 27 Regular Meeting Minutes 2. Accounts Payable Claims Listings Batch Name Amount 2026 05FA01 $51,139.76 2026 05FA01U $15,614.36 2026 0423VNDRPR $61,796.70 2026 0424Q1MNPDLV $3,973.88 2026 04ADM02 $800.16 2026 05ADM01 $661.25 2026 0507 PR EE Reimb $30.00 2026 05ADM02 $9.90 Total $134,026.01 3. Durapatcher Agreement - Amended 4. Resolution 2026-36 Security Camera Policy 5. 2026-38 Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for St. Mary’s Catholic Church 6. 2026-39 Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Chatfield Youth [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to vote on parcel split and rezoning proposals

The Chatfield Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two non‑public hearing items. Commissioners will vote on a motion to approve the splitting of parcel 260077030 located at 2025 Hill Street SW and to recommend it to the City Council. They will also vote on a motion to approve a rezoning proposal for parcel 260666000 at Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive and to recommend it to the City Council.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 May 4, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   A.  Open Meeting   II. Minutes   A.  Minutes 4.6.26   Motion to approve as presented. III. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Splitting of parcel 260077030- 2025 Hill Street SW   Motion to approve the splitting of the land parcel and recommend to council. B.  Discussion on re-zoning parcel 260666000 (Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive)   Motion to approve proposal and recommend to City Council. IV. Adjourn   V. Next Meeting- Combined EDA/ P&Z meeting Tuesday, May 26 @ 5:00pm  
Mon Apr 27, 2026

City Council

Council considers Shady Oak redevelopment and police equipment quote

The City Council will discuss requesting proposals for two single-family residential lots at Shady Oak. The meeting includes votes on street closures, the display of the state flag, and the resignation of Attorney Suhler.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves police squad equipment quote

The council approved a quote for new police squad equipment, adopted a resolution to display the 1983 State Flag on city property, and approved the consent agenda items including $49,931.74 in accounts payable. A motion to approve a Shady Oak redevelopment proposal failed and the discussion was tabled for later. The council also accepted the attorney’s resignation letter and adjourned the meeting.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 April 27, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. a.  Approve 2026 04 13 Regular Meeting Minutes   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Chatfield Ambulance Activities Association Inc - 4th Street Closure May 20, 2026   d.  Resolution 2026-32 Authorizing the Closure of Grand Street Apartments Workforce Housing Development Fund 456    e.  Resolution 2026-33 a Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Chatfield Lions Club   f.  Resolution 2026-34 to Accept a Donation to the City for the Chatfield Public Library   g.  Quarterly Financial Report   h.  4th Street Closure and use of City Park for the Growers & Makers Market   V. New Business   a.  Resolution 2026-35 State Flag to be displayed on City Property   Motion to approve Resolution 2026-35 as presented. b.  Shady Oak Redevelopment   Motion to approve requesting [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 3 Regular Meeting April 27, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, April 27, 2026 Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, April 27, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: None. Others Present: Alison Noel, Isiah Lewis, Gary Redwing, Donna Redwing, Louis Stemp, Joe Mandt, Anne Mandt, Marilyn Seebenaler, Sara Bertschinger, Ben Fredrichs, Paul Morse, Patricia Morse, Lynda Karver, Gretchen Lovejoy-Mensink, Karen Reisner, Andrea Eickhoff, Brian Burkholder, Scott Keigley, Rocky Burnett, Fred Suhler Jr., Michele Peterson, Beth Carlson, Alison Bentley, Kent Whitcomb, Kyler Whitcomb. Approve Agenda – Additions or Corrections Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Mike Urban, to approve the agenda with the addition of Attorney Suhler's intent to retire added to the Administrator's Report. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Motion carried. Consent Agenda Paul Novotny entered a motion, with a second by Dave Frank, to approve the consent agenda which included the following items: 1. Accounts Payable Claims Listings Batch Name Amount 2026 04FA02 $37 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 13, 2026

City Council

City Council to approve $60,000 purchase of 1484 Enterprise Drive

The Chatfield City Council will consider a motion to accept an offer to buy the property at 1484 Enterprise Drive for $60,000. The council will also review routine consent agenda items, including minutes, financial claims, and several resolutions. Additional discussion will cover the new Artist in Residency environmental program and ambulance department hiring updates.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved purchase of 1484 Enterprise Drive for $60,000

The council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, payments and several resolutions. They hired two temporary ambulance staff using grant funds. They voted to accept an offer to buy 1484 Enterprise Drive for $60,000.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 April 13, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   a.  Approve Meeting Minutes from 2026 03 23   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Memorial Day - Auxiliary placement of flags in the City Park   d.  Disc Golf Tournament May 30th, 2026   e.  Resolution 2026-28 Accepting Library Donations   f.  Approve Resolution 2026-29 - Lawful Gambling LG220 for Chatfield Lions Club   g.  Resolution 2026-30 Accepting Annual Chatfield Fire Department Fund Drive Donations   h.  Resolution 2026-31 Appointing a Member to the Library Board   V. Department Reports   a.  Ambulance - New Hire Appointments   Motion to approve as recommended. VI. New Business   a.  Artist in Residency Program (Environmental Initiative) - Mary Beth Magyar   Introduction of the Artist and Program Highlights b.  Purchase Offer for 1484 Enterprise Drive   Motion to accept the offer to p [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City Council CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, April 13, 2026   The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, April 13, 2026. Mayor Russ Smith presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM   Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. Members Present:  Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent:  None.   Others Present: Alex Keigley, Colby Keigley, Terry Keigley, Isaiah Lewis, Dave Terbeest, Alex Lapierre, John DeGeorge, Dell Brown, Ken & Angie Markley, Karlie Keigley, Betty Brown, Virginia Keigley, Dani Keigley, Kelly Safly, Leif Erickson, Lance Boyum, Mary Beth Magyar, Rocky Burnett, Michele Peterson, Beth Carlson, Craig Britton, Brian Burkholder,, Karen Reisner, Lynda Karver, Shane Fox, Scott Keigley, Kevin Landorf, and Richard Evans.   I) Open Meeting II) Pledge of Allegiance III) Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections Paul Novotny entered a motion, with a second by Josh Broadwater, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, and Bluhm Nays: None Absent: Councilor: Frank Moti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 7, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves two buildable lots at Shady Oak Park, sends proposal to council

The commission unanimously approved the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes. It then approved a proposal to subdivide Shady Oak Park into two buildable lots and recommended the plan to the City Council. Discussion of the Enterprise Drive zoning change was tabled until the next meeting on May 4.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 April 6, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   A.  Open Meeting   II. Minutes   A.  Minutes 3.2.26   Motion to approve as presented. III. Public Hearing Items   A.  Shady Oak Redevelopment   B.  Re-zoning parcel 260666000 (Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive)   IV. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Shady Oak Redevelopment   Motion to approve proposal and recommend to City Council. B.  Re-zoning parcel 260666000 (Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive)   Motion to approve proposal and recommend to City Council. C.  Final Comprehensive Plan review   Motion to approve and present to City Council. V. Adjourn  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, April 6, 2026 Page 1 of 3 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, April 6. Kent Whitcomb presided as Vice Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:59 PM. Present Absent Name X Commissioner Wayne Halvorson X Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair X Commissioner Terry Bradt X Commissioner Josh Broadwater X Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, Chair X Commissioner Ben Fredrichs X Alison Bentley Community Development Director Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the March 2, 2026, minutes by Commissioner Broadwater. Second: Commissioner Fredrichs. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Public Hearing Items A. Discussion of Shady Oak Redevelopment a. Proposal to subdivide a portion of Shady Oak Park into 2-4 buildable lots with updating the playground equipment, using the sale of a lot and grant to pay for updates. b. This is intended to stimulate “affordable” single family housing (noting market rate around $350,000) Community Input: • Preserve the green space o Long standing community asset (Park established in early 1922) o Preserve trees as best as possible o Parks offer respite, a quiet place to reflect, nature heals the soul and give strength to the body • Park is underutilized - is this due to needing updates, lack of use due to neighborhood or other parks in town [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

City Council (Missing the first few seconds of the meeting)

City Council approved a new mower purchase for public works.

The Chatfield City Council approved several routine items, including the minutes from prior meetings and a step increase for an employee. The council voted to purchase a new mower for the Public Works Department and to hire seasonal staff for Public Works. New business items approved were the July 4 ATV/UTV parade and cook‑out request and the 2026 City‑wide clean‑up service.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 March 23, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   a.  Approve Meeting Minutes from 2026.02.23 and 2026.03.09   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Memorandum- 2026 Pool Staff   d.  Approve a step increase for Desiree Schlichter to Grade 6 Step 2 effective on the anniversary date   V. Department Reports   a.  Equipment Purchase Consideration (Mower)   Motion to approve as recommended. b.  Seasonal Staffing for Public Works Appointment - Jeremy Lonien   Motion to approve as recommended. VI. New Business   a.  July 4 ATV/UTV Parade and Cookout Request   Motion to approve as recommended by the Public Works Committee. b.  2026 City Wide Clean-up Discussion    Motion to approve the 2026 City Wide Clean-up Service as recommended by the Public Services Committee. VII. Committee Reports   a.  Public Services Committee - Cancelled   b.  Park & Recreation Committee & [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to approve park redevelopment proposal and schedule a public hearing

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a rezoning of a parcel at Hillside Drive SE and Enterprise Drive SE, elect a board member, and consider motions to appoint chair and vice‑chair. It will review the final draft of the Comprehensive Plan and vote to approve it as written. The commission will also vote to approve a park redevelopment proposal and move it to a public hearing on March 7, 2026. Finally, the commission will review 2025 Olmsted County permit data.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved Shady Oak affordable‑housing redevelopment project

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the final comprehensive plan corrections and moved them to the City Council consent agenda. It also approved the Shady Oak redevelopment project to provide affordable housing costing up to $350,000. The commission re‑elected Kent Whitcomb as President and Rich Bakken as Vice President, and approved the prior meeting minutes.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 February 2, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   II. Minutes 12.1.25   A.  Minutes 12.1.25   III. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Re-zoning discussion on parcel 260666000 (Hillside Drive SE and Enterprise Drive SE)   B.  Board Member election   Motion to appoint Chair and Vice Chair positions. C.  Review Final Draft of Comp. Plan   Motion to approve as written. D.  Park Redevelopment Discussion   Motion to approve park development proposal and move toward Public Hearing on March 7, 2026. E.  2025 Olmsted County Permit Data   Review data IV. Adjourn   V. Next Meeting March 2, 2026 at 7:00pm.  (Public Hearing for Comprehensive Plan)  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, February 2, 2026 Page 1 of 3 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, February 2. Rich Bakken presided as Vice Chair and called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM. Present Absent Name X Commissioner Wayne Halvorson X Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair X Commissioner Terry Bradt X Commissioner Josh Broadwater X Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, ChaiR X Commissioner Ben Fredrichs X Logan Tjossem, Planner and Zoning Administrator (via Zoom) X Alison Bentley Community Development Director Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the December 1, 2025, minutes by Commissioner Halvorson. Second: Commissioner Fredrichs. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Non – Public Hearing Items A. Re-zoning discussion on parcel 26066600 (Hillside Drive SE and Enterprise Drive SE) a. Dave and Jess Frank were in attendance to discuss the opportunity to re-zone parcel 26066600 to Residential on the east side and a Light Industrial building on the southwest side. The light industrial is needed to put a commercial kitchen for business use. b. Discussion around the re- zoning setbacks, as well as ability to split the parcel. i. Bentley will look into options for a purchase agreement, zoning changes and other information pertaining to this lot. B. Board Member Elections Motion: To re-elect Kent Whit [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Re‑zoning discussion for parcel at Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and discuss a rezoning request for parcel 260666000 located at Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive. The commission will also discuss the Heritage Preservation Commission, the final Comprehensive Plan, and park redevelopment, with a public hearing on the park project scheduled for April 6, 2026. Minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting will be approved.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved Heritage Preservation Commission moving under Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the February 2, 2026 minutes. It also unanimously approved the Heritage Preservation Commission to fall under the Planning & Zoning Commission per staff and attorney recommendation. Commissioners approved moving forward with the final comprehensive plan after required corrections. Public hearings for the park redevelopment and a rezoning parcel were scheduled for April 6, 2026.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 March 2, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   II. Minutes 2.2.26   Motion to approve as presented. A.  Minutes 2.2.26   Motion to approve as presented. III. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Discussion on Heritage Preservation Commission   Motion to approve as presented. B.  Review FINAL Comp. Plan   Motion to approve as presented. C.  Park Redevelopment Discussion   Review and discuss.  Public Hearing is set for April 6, 2026 D.  Re-zoning parcel 260666000 update (Hillside Drive and Enterprise Drive)   Review and discuss IV. Adjourn   V. Next Meeting Monday, April 6 @7:00pm  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 2, 2026 Page 1 of 2 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, March 2. Kent Whitcomb presided as Vice Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:58 PM. Present Absent Name X Commissioner Wayne Halvorson X Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair X Commissioner Terry Bradt X Commissioner Josh Broadwater X Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, Chair X Commissioner Ben Fredrichs X Logan Tjossem, Planner and Zoning Administrator (via Zoom) X Alison Bentley Community Development Director ** Pam Bluhm was present from the Heritage Preservation Committee. Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the February 2, 2026, minutes by Commissioner Broadwater. Second: Commissioner Bradt. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Non – Public Hearing Items A. Discussion of Heritage Preservation Commission a. Discussion between Commissions and Bentley on the decline of members for the Heritage Preservation Commission and the possibility of having HPC roll up under the Planning & Zoning Commission. i. Bentley and Administrator Peterson have been in dialogue with Attorney Suhler to understand the rules and how to move forward. ii. The P&Z Commission feels that with the Commission Fredrichs being on both commissions, this may be a good solution to oversee projects and bring the HPC Commissioners a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 9, 2026

City Council

Chatfield City Council to review 2025 financial audit and update garbage fees

The City Council will consider several resolutions including updates to garbage and recycling fees. The body will also review the 2025 financial audit and receive an update on the Age Friendly Fillmore County program.

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✓ Decided: Council authorized transfer and closure of 2025A Mill & Overlay Construction Fund

The council approved the agenda, adding the Auditor's Engagement Letter for Cohn Reznick to the consent agenda. They then approved the consent agenda, which included authorizing the transfer of funds and closure of the 2025A Mill & Overlay Construction Fund, along with several other items. The council accepted the 2025 financial audit report as presented. Mayor McBroom introduced the new police chief and announced a shift to a central drop‑off location for citywide cleanup.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 March 9, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   a.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   b.  Adopt Resolution 2026-22 A Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Chatfield Ambulance Activities   c.  Resolution 2026-23 Authorizing the Transfer of Funds and Closure of 2025A Mill & Overlay Construction Fund   d.  Resolution 2026-24 Accept a Donation of Gambling Funds   e.  Resolution 2026-25 Accepting Library Donation   f.  Resolution 2026-26 Garbage and Recycling Fees   g.  Resolution 2026-27 Authorizing Proposal Submission for LCCMR Funds   h.  2025 Financial Audit Engagement Letter - Cohn Reznick   V. Department Reports   a.  Annual Wastewater Treatment Facility Review   VI. New Business   a.  Through Age Friendly Fillmore County Informational Update   Informational Presentation Only b.  2025 Financial Audit Review   Motion to accept the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 3 Regular Meeting March 9, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 9, 2026 The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, March 9, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: None. Others Present: Karen Reisner, Todd & Cathy French, Shane Fox, Scott Keigley, Brian Burkholder, Steven Schlichter, Fred Suhler Jr., Lynda Karver, Brian Mueller, Kay Coe, Alison Bentley, Andrea Eickhoff, Desiree Schlichter, Michele Peterson, Beth Carlson, Tim Peterson Approve Agenda Paul Novotny entered a motion, with a second by Dave Frank, to approve the agenda with the addition of the Auditor's Engagement Letter for Cohn Reznick for completing the audit, to be added to the Consent Agenda. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Motion carried. Consent Agenda Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, to approve the consent agenda which included the following items: 1. Adopt Resolution 2026-22 A Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Chatfield Ambulance Activities 2. Resolution 2026-23 Authorizing the Transfer of Funds and Closure of 2025A Mill & Overlay Construction Fund 3. Resolution 2026-24 Accept a Donation of Gambling Funds 4. Resolution 2026-25 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: City approves $271,837 plow truck purchase and several community projects

The council approved a $271,837 purchase of a new 2027 Freightliner plow truck and a $89,391.45 final payment for the 2025 street improvement project. It also approved sidewalk installation at 11243 Wisdom Ct SE, letters of support for a Veteran’s Memorial and the Minnesota Driftless Hiking Trail, and a purchase agreement for the 1622 Enterprise Drive lot. A motion to fund additional sidewalk work in 2026 was rejected.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 February 23, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. a.  Approve 2026.02.09 Regular Meeting Minutes   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Adopt Resolution 2026-18 A Resolution Governing Write-in Vote Counting   d.  Resolution 2026-15 Authorizing the Transfer of Funds for Fund Balance Policy Compliance   e.  2026 Fillmore County Ambulance Subsidy Contract   f.  Resolution 2026-19 Accepting Ambulance Donations   g.  Resolution 2026-20 Accepting Library Donations   h.  Resolution 2026-21 Resolution to Accept Gambling Funds   V. City Engineer Report   a.  Final Pay Request for 2025 Street Improvement Project   Motion to approve as recommended by the City Engineer and the Public Works Committee. VI. Department Reports   a.  2012 International Dump Truck Replacement   Motion to approve purchase as recommended. VII. New B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 4 Regular Meeting February 23, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, February 23, 2026 The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, February 23, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: None. Approve Agenda Pam Bluhm entered a motion, with a second by Josh Broadwater, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Motion carried. Consent Agenda Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, to adopt the consent agenda which included the following items: 1. Approve 2026.02.09 Regular Meeting Minutes 2. Accounts Payable Claims Listing Batch Name Amount 2026 02FA02U $20,468.43 2026 02ADM01 $108.48 2026 02ADM02 $1,297.52 2026 02ADM03 $262.00 2026 02ADM04 $1,187.50 2026 0212 Payroll Exp Reimb $425.00 2026 0212VNDRPR $62,045.07 Total $85,794.00 3. Adopt Resolution 2026-18 A Resolution Governing Write-in Vote Counting 4. Resolution 2026-15 Authorizing the Transfer of Funds for Fund Balance Policy Compliance 5. 2026 Fillmore County Ambulance Subsidy Contract 6. Resolution 2026-19 Accepting Ambulance Donations 7. Resolution 2026-20 Accepting Library Donations 8. Resolution 2026-21 Resolution to Accept Gambling Funds Ayes: Councilo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 9, 2026

City Council

Chatfield City Council to hold public hearing on updated Comprehensive Plan

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2015 Comprehensive Plan with 2025 updates. The body will also consider approvals for a police squad replacement, a transit management contract, and a temporary EMT position.

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✓ Decided: Council hired Scott Keigley as the new Police Chief

The council approved a $65,000 state grant for the ambulance department and authorized a temporary EMT position using that funding. It also adopted a transit management contract, purchased a $20,000 snowblower, and hired Scott Keigley as the new police chief.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 February 9, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   IVa.  Approve 2026.01.26 Regular Meeting Minutes   IVb.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   IVc.  Approve one step pay increase to Rocky Burnett on employment anniversary, to Grade 8, Step 7.   IVd.  Resolution 2026-16 Accepting Annual Chatfield Fire Department Fund Drive Donations   IVe.  Resolution 2026-17 Accepting a donation to the City   V. Public Hearing: Updated Comprehensive Plan   2015 Comprehensive Plan with 2025 Updates VI. Department Reports   VIa.  Ambulance 2025 Annual Review   VIb.  Resolution 2026-14 Authorizing Grant Application   Motion to approve the Resolution as presented. Ambulance Staffing Overview - Temporary EMT position Motion to approve posting for a temporary full or part time EMT position. VIc.  Fire 2025 Annual Review   VId.  Police 2025 Annual Report   VIe.  Police Department [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 5 Regular Meeting February 9, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, February 9, 2026 The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, February 9, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. Members Present: Paul Novotny, Mike Urban, John McBroom, Dave Frank, and Pam Bluhm. Members absent: Josh Broadwater. Approve A genda Paul Novotny entered a motion, with a second by Dave Frank, to approve the agenda with the following additions: 1. Under Department Reports, Add the Ambulance Temporary EMT Position 2. Under Administrator's Report, Add MOU for LELS and Add a Temporary Liquor License for the VFW. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Urban, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Absent: Councilor: Broadwater Motion carried. Consent Agenda Paul Novotny entered a motion, with a second by Mike Urban, to adopt the consent agenda which included the following: 1. Approve 2026.01.26 Regular Meeting Minutes 2. Account Payable Claims Listings including: Batch Name Amount 2026 02FA01 $59,403.27 2026 02FA01U $17,340.66 2026 01ADM04 $5,684.01 2026 0129VVDRPR $56,686.97 2026 01ADM03 $1,053.78 2026 01FA 2025 $12,924.58 Total $153,093.27 3. Approve one step pay increase to Rocky Burnett on employment anniversary, to Grade 8, Step 7. 4. Resolution [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

City Council

Chatfield City Council to consider new late payment service charges and personnel policies

The City Council will vote on a 1.5% service charge for late water, sewer, and garbage payments. Members will also review an amended personnel policy and the implementation of a leave sharing policy.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves personnel policies, road project funding, and street closure

The council approved the consent agenda items, including $244,859.75 in accounts payable claims and several resolutions, with a 4‑0 vote. They approved a $455,931.42 partial payment for the 2025 million overlay road project, retaining $84,191.45. The council adopted the amended personnel policy (Resolution 2025‑02) and the Leave Sharing Policy, both unanimously. They also approved the temporary closure of Twiford Street for the 2026 Western Days event.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 January 26, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. a.  Approve 2026.01.12 Regular Meeting Minutes   b.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   c.  Resolution 2026-08 Adopting the 2025 Fillmore County Hazard Mitigation Plan   d.  2026 ABC Contract   e.  Schoenfelder Farms Agricultural Lease for 2026   f.  Resolution 2026-09 Accepting Chatfield Police Department Donation- DARE Program   g.  Memorandum of Agreement, LELS - Paid Family and Medical Leave   h.  Resolution 2026-10 Mayoral Appointment - EDA   i.  Resolution 2026-11 Accepting Library Donations   j.  Chillfest - City Park Use and Street Closure Request February 7-8, 2026   k.   2026-12 Resolution Accepting Annual Chatfield Fire Department Fund Drive Donations   l.  Resolution 2026-13 Authorizing a Service Charge of 1.5% for Late Payment of Water, Sewer, and Garbage Services &n [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 3 Regular Meeting January 26, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, January 26, 2026 The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, January 26, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Notice is hereby given that some City Council members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. Members Present: Paul Novotny, Josh Broadwater, John McBroom, Dave Frank, and Pam Bluhm. Members absent: Mike Urban. Others Present: Karen Reisner, Alison Bentely, Gretchen Lovejoy-Mensink, Fred Suhler Jr., Lynda Karver, Michele Peterson, Beth Carlson, Adam Pleschourt, Teresa Marzolf, and Katie Goldsmith. Approve Agenda Dave Frank entered a motion, with a second by Pam Bluhm, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: Councilors: Novotny, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Absent: Councilor: Urban Motion carried. Consent Agenda Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Paul Novotny, to approve the consent agenda which included the following items: 1. Approve 2026.01.12 Regular Meeting Minutes 2. Accounts Payable Claims Listings Batch Name Amount 2026 01FA02 $190,462.37 2026 01FA02U $1,932.89 $1,932.89 2026 0115VNDRPR $39,539.91 $39,539.91 2026 01FA 2025.02 $12,924.58 $12,924.58 Total $244,859.75 3. Resolution 2026-08 Adopting the 2025 Fillmore County Hazard Mitigation Plan 4. 2026 ABC Contract 5. Schoenfelder [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission- Cancelled

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Thu Jan 15, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to review 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update for potential presentation to the city council. The body will also discuss city-owned properties.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved prior minutes and authorized specs for two parks

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved moving forward with additional specifications for Shady Oak Park and Floyd Mohawk Park. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 pm.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 December 1, 2025, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that some members may be participating in the meeting by interactive technology. I. Open Meeting   II. Minutes   A.  Meeting Minutes 10.6.25   Motion to Approve III. Public Hearing Items   IV. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Review 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update   Review and motion to approve to present to council. B.  City Owned Property Discussion   Review city owned properties V. Adjourn   VI. Next Meeting  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, December 1, 2025 Page 1 of 3 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, December 1. Kent Whitcomb presided as Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:58 PM. Present Absent Name  Commissioner Wayne Halvorson  Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair  Commissioner Terry Bradt  Commissioner Josh Broadwater  Commissioner Jeremy Aug   Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, Chair Commissioner Ben Fredrichs  Logan Tjossem, Planner and Zoning Administrator (via Zoom)  Alison Bentley Community Development Director Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the October 6, 2025, minutes by Commissioner Halvorson. Second: Commissioner Bakken. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Non – Public Hearing Items A. Review Comprehensive Plan Update a. Logan Tjossem with Widseth walked through the document and the highlighted items in yellow were the changes made from the 2015 document. b. He recommended reviewing the maps to make sure they had the correct distinctions made on them. c. Alison will send out email to the commissioners to review the document and provide feedback by Monday, December 15. That will be compiled in a document and shared with the commissioners for the January meeting. CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, Decembe [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to review drafted sidewalk ordinance

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a proposed sidewalk ordinance and future land use maps. The commission may vote to approve the sidewalk ordinance for presentation to the city council.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved minutes and moved proposed ordinance to city council

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It also voted to forward a proposed ordinance to the City Council, and then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 October 6, 2025, 7:00 P.M. I. Open Meeting   II. Minutes   A.  Minutes 9.2.25   Motion to approve III. Public Hearing Items   IV. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Review drafted Sidewalk Ordinance   Review and motion to approve proposed sidewalk ordinance to bring back to council. B.  Future Land Use maps   Review future land use maps V. Staff Report   VI. Adjourn   VII. Next Meeting   A.  Next meeting 11/3/2025 at 7:00pm  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, October 6, 2025 Page 1 of 3 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, October 6. Kent Whitcomb presided as Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:57 PM. Present Absent Name  Commissioner Wayne Halvorson  Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair  Commissioner Terry Bradt  Commissioner Josh Broadwater  Commissioner Jeremy Aug   Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, Chair Commissioner Ben Fredrichs  Logan Tjossem, Planner and Zoning Administrator (via Zoom)  Alison Bentley Community Development Director Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the September 2, 2025, minutes by Commissioner Fredrichs. Second: Commissioner Bakken. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Non – Public Hearing Items A. Review drafted Sidewalk ordinance. a. Attorney Suhler provided a Draft- Sidewalk ordinance, removing the specific engineering specs, as those could change. b. Whitcomb asked about having a specific Trail Ordinance, with Broadwater stating that the trail would not need its own ordinance, it will fall under that engineering specs. CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, October 6, 2025 Page 2 of 3 Motion: To bring forth the proposed ordinance to city council by Commissioner Halvorson. Second: Commissioner Bradt Ame [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to review proposed sidewalk ordinance

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and potentially approve a proposed sidewalk ordinance to be sent to the city council. The body will also review future land use maps.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved forwarding proposed sidewalk ordinance to City Council

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the August 4, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners voted to bring the proposed sidewalk ordinance before the City Council, and the motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 p.m. by unanimous vote.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 September 2, 2025, 7:00 P.M. I. Open Meeting   II. Minutes   A.  Minutes 8.4.25   Motion to approve III. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Review proposed sidewalk ordinance.   Review, update and motion to approve proposed sidewalk ordinance to bring forth to council. B.  Future Land Use Maps   Review future land use maps IV. Adjourn   V. Next Meeting Monday, September 22 combined with EDA at 5:30pm.  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 2, 2025 Page 1 of 2 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Tuesday, September 2. Kent Whitcomb presided as Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:57 PM. Present Absent Name  Commissioner Wayne Halvorson  Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair  Commissioner Terry Bradt  Commissioner Josh Broadwater  Commissioner Jeremy Aug   Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, Chair Commissioner Ben Fredrichs  Logan Tjossem, Planner and Zoning Administrator (via Zoom)  Alison Bentley Community Development Director Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the August 4, 2025, minutes by Commissioner Bakken. Second: Commissioner Aug. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Non – Public Hearing Items A. Review Proposed Sidewalk ordinance. a. Review the points that Attorney Suhler provided and make any recommendations before recommending to the City Council. b. Discussion around the current ordinance statement of our current ordinance “Sidewalks shall be required only in areas of potential high pedestrian traffic as determined by the city council.” What happens if a development grows into a high traffic area? CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 2, 2025 Page 2 of 2 Motion: To bring forth the proposed ordi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to review sidewalk ordinance and comprehensive plan maps

The commission will review an updated sidewalk ordinance and information regarding Hilltop Estates. Members will also consider a motion to approve comprehensive plan maps and discuss future land use maps.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves new Wisdom Court sidewalk and adopts comprehensive plan maps

The commission unanimously approved the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to add a sidewalk on the north side of Wisdom Court from Hillside Drive was carried with a 6‑1 vote. The commission also approved the comprehensive plan maps as presented, with all members voting in favor.

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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 August 4, 2025, 7:00 P.M. I. Minutes   A.  Minutes 7.7.25   II. Non-Public Hearing Items   A.  Sidewalk Ordinance   Review updated ordinance. B.  Hilltop Estates   Review Information C.  Comp. Plan Updates   Motion to approve Comp Plan maps as presented and discuss next steps for future land use maps. III. Adjourn   IV. Next Meeting Tuesday, September 2 at 7:00pm - Combined meeting with EDA Monday, September 22 at 5:30pm  
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CITY OF CHATFIELD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Monday, August 4, 2025 Page 1 of 3 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, August 4, 2025. Kent Whitcomb presided as Chair and called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM. Present Absent Name  Commissioner Wayne Halvorson  Commissioner Rich Bakken, Vice Chair (Via Teams/ entered at 7:20pm)  Commissioner Terry Bradt  Commissioner Josh Broadwater  Commissioner Jeremy Aug  Commissioner Kent Whitcomb, Chair   Commissioner Ben Fredrichs Logan Tjossem, Planner and Zoning Administrator (via Zoom)  Alison Bentley Community Development Director Paul Novotny, City Council Member Mike Urban, City Council Member Mark Rynearson, EDA Member Prior Meeting Minutes Motion: To approve the July 7, 2025, minutes by Commissioner Halvorson. Second: Commissioner Aug. Amendments: None. Ayes: Unanimous. Nays: None. Abstention: None. Motion carried. Non – Public Hearing Items A. Sidewalk Ordinance- Proposed: (1) All developments, either at the time of platting or during site plan approval, shall be required to demonstrate that the design of the proposed development includes multi-use trail linkages and/or sidewalks pursuant to the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Master Sidewalk/Trail Plan. (2) Unless otherwise directed by Council, blocks exceeding 500 feet in any residential district shall be provided with trails/sidewalks or e [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 12, 2026

City Council

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CITY OF CHATFIELD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA City Council Chambers - 21 SE Second Street, Chatfield, MN 55923 January 12, 2026, 7:00 P.M. I. Open Meeting   Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance   III. Approve Agenda - Additions or Corrections   IV. Annual Meeting   IVa.  Mayor's Address   Mayor John McBroom IVb.  Council Election of Vice-Mayor   Motion to appoint Councilmember ________________ as Vice-Mayor. IVc.  Resolution 2026-01 Mayoral Appointments   Motion to approve Resolution 2026-01 Mayoral Appointments for 2026. IVe.  2026 Budget & Financial Reference Guide   Distribution of annual guide. IVf.  Financial Policy Annual Distribution   Motion to approve the 2026 Financial Management Policies, Accounting Procedures & Internal Controls V. Consent Agenda   Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Va.  2025.12.08 Regular Meeting Minutes   Vb.  Accounts Payable Claims Listings   Vc.  2026-03 Resolution Accepting Annual Chatfield Fire Department Fund Drive Donations   Vd.  Resolution 2026-04 Accepting Ambulance Donations   Ve.  Resolution 2026-05 Accepting Library Donations   Vf.  Resolution 2026-06 - A Resolution Approving an LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for St. Mary’ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Page 1 of 3 Regular Meeting January 12, 2026 CITY OF CHATFIELD COMMON COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Monday, January 12, 2026 The Common Council of the City of Chatfield met in regular session on Monday, January 12, 2026. Mayor John McBroom presided and called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM Members Present: Mike Urban, Josh Broadwater, Dave Frank, Pam Bluhm, and John McBroom. Members absent: Paul Novotny. Others Present: Brian Burkholder, Karen Reisner, Michele Peterson, Fred Suhler, and Beth Carlson. Approve Agenda – Additions or Corrections Josh Broadwater entered a motion, with a second by Mike Urban, to adopt the agenda with the addition of a Pay Step Increase for Trevor Bruhnkeschmidt to the consent agenda. Ayes: Councilors: Urban, Broadwater, Frank, and Bluhm Nays: None Absent: Councilor: Novotny Motion carried. Annual Meeting Mayor ’s Address Mayor McBroom's Address So as 2025 drew to a close, I decided to look back at how it went. We decided to do the street project to save money on the project. We also finally managed to get the retaining walls replaced and lots of other things. We did have a few trees go down in the city park last summer. Some more new houses are going up. The new coffee shop opened. Going into 2026, we’ll see a new police chief coming in. I'd like to give a shout out to all of our city staff from the office for all their hard work. Brian's City crew for doing an outstanding job. Our ambulance crew is outsta [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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