Isanti, Minnesota

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold continued discussions on several topics. Items include a request to allow quail in the city code, a park advertising and sponsorship policy, an Isanti video project, an update on emerald ash borer with a draft letter, and street safety and speed. The meeting will also review council‑identified goals.

• Request to allow quail in city code (continued discussion)
• Park advertising and sponsorship policy (continued discussion)
• Isanti video project (discussion)
• Emerald ash borer update and draft letter (discussion)
• Street safety and speed (discussion)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including a loan for a local business and engineering services for wastewater treatment. The body will also consider permits for Jubilee Days 2026 and new park and videography policies.

• Loan for Creamery Kitchen and Taphouse LLC via EDA Revolving Loan Fund
• Engineering services for Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan - Phase 1
• Special Event Permit for North 65 Chamber of Commerce Jubilee Days 2026
• Payroll of $153,243.09 and Accounts Payable of $335,285.84
• Park Donation and Sponsorship Policy with "Play Isanti" community group

Parks and Recreation Board

The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026 was cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to organize the authority. The body will also discuss requests for quotes regarding the lease of city-owned cropland for 2027.

• Resolution organizing the Economic Development Authority of the City of Isanti
• Request for quotes for lease of EDA/City owned crop land for 2027
• Resolution to consider establishing a Business Recognition Social Media Policy

Parks and Recreation Board

The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board will review and discuss information from a community fundraising group. The board will also consider any other items raised for discussion. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the April 28, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Community Fundraising Group Information
• Other Items for Discussion

The Parks and Recreation Board adopted the meeting agenda by a 4‑0 vote and approved the minutes from the April 28, 2026 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Adopt agenda (4-0)
• Approve April 28, 2026 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to the city code regarding permitted animals and prohibited trees. The body is also considering a conditional use permit for 687 E Dual Blvd NE and a new labor agreement with IUOE, Local 49.

• Conditional Use Permit for 687 E Dual Blvd NE
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 160 Building Fees
• Ordinance to add all Fraxinus Species (Ash trees) to the Prohibited Tree List
• Ordinance to remove Tier One Zoning District from text and map
• Payroll of $154,127.69 and Accounts Payable of $533,218.05

City Council

The Isanti City Council will approve payroll, accounts payable, and a refuse services contract. The meeting includes resolutions for a rodeo permit, a railroad crossing improvement, and banking services. The council will also consider change orders for a street intersection project.

• Payroll of $148,977.85 and accounts payable of $357,889.42
• Contract award for refuse services to Ace Solid Waste
• Special event permit for Isanti Firefighters Rodeo Association
• Change Order No. 3 for Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements
• Resolution to award quote for South Passage Railroad Crossing Improvements

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Evergreen Apartment request, a draft ordinance for Special Events Chapter 278, and a proposed building permit fee schedule. Additional items include a park advertising and sponsorship policy, a discussion on the Flock camera, and a review of the city code. Council-identified goals will also be presented for discussion.

• Evergreen Apartment Request
• Special Events Chapter 278 Ordinance Draft
• Building Permit Fee Schedule
• Park Advertising and Sponsorship Policy
• Flock Camera Discussion

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting, receive updates from the Parks Department, and hold discussions on park amenity needs and a future board meeting at the ICC.

• Approval of minutes from the March 24, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Parks Department updates
• Discussion of amenity needs at each park location
• Discussion of a Parks and Recreation Board meeting at the ICC

The board swore in new member Theodore Knudson. The board unanimously adopted the agenda (5‑0), approved the March 24 minutes (5‑0), and adjourned (5‑0). Members discussed numerous park‑amenity ideas, but no actions were taken.

• Theodore Knudson took oath of office and joined the board
• Adopt agenda (5‑0)
• Approve March 24 minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The Isanti City Council will discuss parking on Dahlin Avenue and Main Street, approve a contract for electrical maintenance, and consider awarding bids for the 2026 Pavement Management Project and City Hall sidewalk replacement.

• Discussion on parking on Dahlin Ave and Main St
• Resolution to approve electrical maintenance services contract
• Resolution to award bid for 2026 Pavement Management Project
• Resolution to award quote for City Hall sidewalk replacement
• Resolution to approve miPay and miTime with Caselle

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss various city operational items and park improvements. The session includes discussions on budget work dates and a county cost reimbursement letter.

• Purchasing refurbished park equipment
• Skate park donation and advertising
• QR code for park donations
• Special event permit process
• County letter for cost reimbursement

City Council

The City Council will review the 2025 Annual Financial Report and consider bids for infrastructure and repair projects. The body will also discuss a sewer project on Railroad Ave and fill a vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Board.

• Bid award for Railroad Avenue & Main Street Walk Improvements project
• Proposal for PD Roof EPDM Repair
• Payroll of $142,380.56 and Accounts Payable of $555,779.98
• Emergency repairs to Miox Tanks at the Water Treatment Plant
• Appointment to the Parks & Recreation Board from candidates Melissa Williams, Josh Donner, and Theodore Knudson

City Council

The Isanti City Council will consider routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving March 17 meeting minutes, and public comment. Business items include several resolutions: a development agreement for Fairway Greens North 4th Addition, a site plan for Serenity West, a small‑package off‑sale license for Thunder Brothers Brewery, and special event permits for the Isanti Farmers Market and the Rock Solid Foundation 5K. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that authorizes payroll of $137,602.70, a first‑quarter payroll of $7,377.28, and accounts payable of $630,736.86.

• Approve payroll of $137,602.70, $7,377.28 Q1 payroll, and $630,736.86 accounts payable
• Resolution to consider approving the Development Agreement for Fairway Greens North 4th Addition
• Resolution to consider approving the Site Plan for Serenity West
• Resolution to consider approving a Small Package Off‑Sale License for Thunder Brothers Brewery
• Resolution to consider approving Special Event Permits for the Isanti Farmers Market and Rock Solid Foundation 5K

The council voted 4‑0 to approve the development agreement for Fairway Greens North 4th Addition. It also approved special event permits for the Rock Solid Foundation 5K and the Isanti Farmers Market, a small‑package off‑sale license for Thunder Brothers Brewery, the site plan for Serenity West, a budget amendment for liquor‑store crack filling, and the 2026 Pavement Management Project. The appointment to the Parks & Recreation Board was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved Development Agreement for Fairway Greens North 4th Addition (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Rock Solid Foundation 5K (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Isanti Farmers Market (4-0)
• Approved Small Package Off‑Sale License for Thunder Brothers Brewery (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Serenity West (4-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment for Liquor Store Parking Lot Crack Filling (4-0)
• Approved Plans and Advertisement for Bid for 2026 Pavement Management Project (4-0)
• Postponed Parks & Recreation Board appointment to April 21, 2026 (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive department updates and discuss three specific items. The board will review plans for playground additions and skatepark advertising.

• Refurbished playground additions to Bluebird Park
• Paid advertising at the skatepark
• April park visit plan

The board approved the meeting agenda with added items on paid advertising at the skatepark and an April park‑visit plan, passing the motion 5‑0. It also approved the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. The board reached consensus to allow advertising at the skatepark to generate funds, with guidelines for aesthetics and sponsorship levels. Additional actions were agreed upon, including having Public Works review used‑equipment purchases, requesting a rendering from Ramparts, and planning an annual April parks tour.

• Adopt agenda with added Paid Advertising and April Park Visit items (5‑0)
• Approve January 27, 2026 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Allow advertising at the skatepark to raise funds, with aesthetic guidelines (consensus)
• Have Public Works review used‑equipment items before purchase (consensus)
• Request a rendering from Ramparts for skatepark advertising layout (consensus)
• Conduct an annual Parks Tour in April (consensus)
• Send list of park addresses to board members (consensus)
• Explore budget for volunteer t‑shirts and name badges (consensus)

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will vote on a councilmember appointment and discuss several resolutions, including a zoning amendment to permit cigar lounges in business districts. Additional items include authorizing engineering services for the 2026 Pavement Management Project, transitioning the city website to a .gov domain, and approving plans and advertising for bids on the Railroad Avenue & Main Street Walk Improvements Project.

• Councilmember appointment vote (candidates: Joshua R. Bosma, Sheryl M. Davidson, Erika Zdon, Mark Casey, Shane Walsh Jr., Brandon James Boettcher)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 350 Zoning; Section 7: Business Districts to include cigar lounge as a permitted use
• Resolution to authorize engineering services for the 2026 Pavement Management Project
• Resolution to authorize transition of the city website to a .gov domain and approve associated domain costs
• Resolution to approve plans and order advertisement for bids for the Railroad Avenue & Main Street Walk Improvements Project

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss various operational matters, including city advertising and social media. The body will also review costs related to the skate park and tree removal from the right-of-way.

• Skate Park Cost Allocation Discussion
• Nuisance Tree Draft Letter and Cost to Remove ROW Trees
• Special Event Permit Process Discussion
• City Instagram and Rumble Discussion
• Liquor Store Sign

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will consider several items, including a public hearing on the Railroad Avenue and Main Street walk improvements and multiple on‑sale and Sunday liquor license renewals. The council will also review a site plan for the Isanti Eye Clinic, a pedestrian crossing improvement at Heritage Boulevard and 8th Avenue, and discuss skatepark equipment and ash tree matters. Consent agenda items include payroll of $136,301.48, accounts payable of $436,305.43, and a resolution to commit the local match and authorize the contract for the Creamery Building Redevelopment Project, as well as a website domain transition to a .gov address.

• Public hearing: Railroad Avenue & Main Street Walk Improvements Project (resolution to consider authorizing project)
• Liquor license renewals for Junction Bowl & Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, Rum River VFW Post 2735, Wintergreen's Golf & Grill, and Thunder Brothers Brewery (on‑sale and Sunday licenses)
• Resolution to approve site plan review for Isanti Eye Clinic
• Resolution to authorize Heritage Boulevard & 8th Avenue pedestrian crossing improvement
• Consent agenda: payroll $136,301.48, accounts payable $436,305.43, and local match contract for Creamery Building Redevelopment

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two items. The first is a request to amend the zoning text for the B‑1 and B‑2 districts. The second is a request for a site‑plan review of the proposed Isanti Eye Clinic. The commission will consider these requests and any public comments.

• Request for a zoning text amendment for B‑1 and B‑2 districts
• Request for a site‑plan review for Isanti Eye Clinic

City Council

The Isanti City Council will discuss several resolutions, including a special event permit for the Rum River BMX Governors Cup. They will also consider signage for hemp-derived THC products in city liquor stores and a purchase of a Bobcat T450 skid steer. Additional items include payroll and accounts payable approvals, staff hiring resolutions, exempt gambling permits for BMX events, and a lease for Sportsman Field with Redbirds Baseball.

• Resolution to consider approving special event permit for Rum River BMX Governors Cup
• Resolution to consider approving hemp-derived THC market signage in Isanti Liquor
• Resolution to consider accepting purchase of Sourcewell State Bid for a Bobcat T450 Skid Steer
• Resolution to approve exempt gambling permits for Rum River BMX for March 14‑15 and April 17‑18, 2026
• Resolution to approve lease agreement between City of Isanti and Redbirds Baseball for Sportsman Field

City Council

The Isanti City Council will adopt its agenda, approve minutes from December 16, 2025, and consider a series of resolutions. These include designating committees and officials, authorizing engineering services for the Railroad Avenue Improvements Preliminary Engineering Report, establishing and filling a new City Clerk/Deputy HR Director position, and updating personnel policy. The council will also approve a consent agenda that covers payroll of $149,202.68, accounts payable of $96,026.26, and other items, and will hold a closed session on labor negotiation strategy.

• Approve payroll in the amount of $149,202.68 and accounts payable in the amount of $96,026.26
• Resolution to authorize engineering services for the Railroad Avenue Improvements Preliminary Engineering Report
• Resolution to establish the new position of City Clerk/Deputy HR Director
• Resolution to promote Jaden Strand to City Clerk/Deputy HR Director
• Resolution to approve assessment deferrals for the Isanti Hills Rehabilitation Project

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will organize for 2026, including electing officers and adopting a meeting schedule. The board will also discuss updates on pickleball courts, a skatepark, and water fountains.

• Organization of 2026 Parks and Recreation Board
• Election of 2026 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Street dances updates to City Council
• ICC Remodel update
• Community Garden updates

City Council

The Isanti City Council meeting will discuss several resolutions, including a contract for IT services with White Bear IT Solutions LLC. Other items include a site‑plan review for Weathered Wood MN, sidewalk improvement studies for Railroad Avenue and Main Street, and a proposal to declare a council vacancy. The council will also review a recommendation to the County Board about no‑parking zones on Country Road 5 and approve an exempt gambling permit for New Pathways, Inc.

• Resolution to consider authorizing a professional services contract for IT services with White Bear IT Solutions LLC
• Resolution to consider approving a site‑plan review for Weathered Wood MN
• Resolutions for Railroad Avenue & Main Street sidewalk improvements – feasibility report and plan preparation
• Resolution to consider declaring a vacancy on the City Council
• Resolution to recommend the Isanti County Board establish "No Parking Except for Funeral Services" zones along Country Road 5

City Council Goal Setting Session

The Isanti City Council will hold a goal‑setting work session. Council members will review the City Capital Improvement Plan, pavement management maps, and progress on 2025 goals. They will discuss ongoing staff priorities and establish goals and priorities for 2026.

• Purpose for Goal Setting Workshop
• City Capital Improvement Plan and Pavement Management Maps
• 2025 Goal Progress and Updates
• On‑going Staff Priorities
• 2026 Council Goals and Priorities

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will consider approval of a Conditional Use Permit for the property at 687 E Dual Blvd NE. It will also review a request for a Site Plan Review for Weathered Wood MN. In addition, the commission will adopt the agenda and approve the minutes from the November 18, 2026 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for 687 E Dual Blvd NE
• Site Plan Review request for Weathered Wood MN
• Approve minutes from the November 18, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission adopted its agenda and approved the November 18, 2026 meeting minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. It then unanimously recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit for 687 E Dual Blvd NE and a Site Plan Review for Weathered Wood MN. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 PM.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved November 18 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for 687 E Dual Blvd NE (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Site Plan Review for Weathered Wood MN (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Committee of the Whole - Revised Agenda Packet

The Committee of the Whole will discuss building permit fees, police feedback, and Main Street sidewalk improvements. The meeting also covers a dynamic community sign, a contiguous sidewalk segment, and hemp-derived THC market updates.

• Building Permit Fees Continued Discussion
• Police Feedback and Discussion
• Main Street Sidewalk Discussion
• Dynamic Community Sign
• Contiguous Segment of Sidewalk along the East Side of Whiskey Road SW

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will meet to approve payroll, minutes, and a consent agenda. The meeting includes resolutions for municipal aid, a fitness gym permit, and redevelopment grants, along with a public hearing.

• Payroll of $305,799.86 and accounts payable of $991,380.06
• Resolution to authorize a Conditional Use Permit for a fitness gym at 687 East Dual Blvd
• Resolutions related to the DEED Redevelopment Grant and Creamery Building Project
• Resolution to authorize a contract with White Bear IT Solutions LLC
• Resolution to consider advancement of Municipal State Aid Funds

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss the addition of pickleball courts, the installation of a water fountain at Bluebird Park, and updates for the skate park. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and department updates.

• Approval of August 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Pickle Ball Court(s)
• Water Fountain at Bluebird Park
• Skate Park discussion
• Department Updates

Committee of the Whole

The Isanti Committee of the Whole met to discuss several items, including building permit fees, 2026 personnel policy updates, and the police department roof. Council members also reviewed goal‑setting topics such as new community signage, a liquor‑store revenue idea, and a sidewalk segment on Whiskey Road. No formal decisions were recorded in the agenda.

• Building Permit Fees Discussion
• 2026 Personnel Policy Updates
• PD Roof Continued Discussion
• Increase Revenue Source from the Liquor Store
• Contiguous Segment of Sidewalk along the East Side of Whiskey Road SW between South of Dogwood St and Birch St

City Council

The City Council will discuss the final 2026 budget, the 2025 tax levy certification, and enterprise fund budgets. Other business includes a cannabis microbusiness registration and fee amendments.

• Resolutions to adopt Final 2026 Budget and Final 2025 Tax Levy Certification
• Resolution for Cannabis Microbusiness Registration for Lime Line, LLC
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 160 regarding fees
• Payroll of $200,677.68 and Accounts Payable of $1,040,252.09
• Resolution for fourth reduction in Letter of Credit for Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition