Isanti public meetings in 2025

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will vote on the 2026 final budget, the 2025 tax levy collectible for 2026, and enterprise fund budgets. It will also consider a cost‑of‑living adjustment for non‑union employees and several resolutions renewing cannabis microbusiness and hemp edible registrations. Additional items include a police vehicle purchase and a labor agreement with LELS, Inc. Local 217.

• Resolution to adopt the 2026 Final Budget
• Resolution to adopt the Final 2025 Tax Levy Collectible in 2026
• Resolution to approve a Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment (COLA) for non‑union employees
• Resolution to approve the purchase of the 2025 Chevy Silverado PPV police vehicle
• Resolution to renew the cannabis microbusiness registration for Lime Line, LLC

Revised Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Packet

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting, receive updates from the Public Works and Parks and Recreation departments, and discuss ideas for fall events. No other decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2025 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Public Works Department updates
• Parks and Recreation Department updates
• Discussion of fall event ideas

Committee of the Whole

The Isanti Committee of the Whole will discuss the cannabis fees and 2026 fee schedule, employee permit to carry policies, and various community communication and revenue goals.

• Cannabis fees and 2026 fee schedule discussion
• Employee Permit to Carry Discussion
• Dynamic Community Sign goal
• Increase Revenue Source from the Liquor Store goal
• Contiguous Segment of Sidewalk along the East Side of Whiskey Road SW

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding assessments for the Isanti Hills Rehabilitation Project and delinquent utility charges. The body will also consider a final plat for Fairway Greens North 4th Addition and determine Minnesota Paid Leave Law percentages.

• Assessment Hearing for Isanti Hills Rehabilitation Project
• Assessment Hearing for Certification of Delinquent Utilities for 2026
• Final Plat for Fairway Greens North 4th Addition
• Payroll of $138,777.88 and Accounts Payable of $1,054,673.80
• Resolution for Minnesota Paid Leave Law employee and employer percentages

Economic Development Authority- Cancelled

The regularly scheduled meeting for August 6, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Economic Development Authority- Cancelled

The regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Isanti Economic Development Authority for October 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to consider the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. The body is scheduled to discuss a Restaurant Recruitment Program.

• Restaurant Recruitment Program

Economic Development Authority

The Isanti Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider advertising for quotes to lease city-owned crop land. The session is a standard public meeting.

• Approval of July 1, 2025 EDA Meeting Minutes
• Advertisement Request for Quotes for Lease of EDA/City Owned Crop Land

Economic Development Authority

The Isanti Economic Development Authority will approve minutes from its February 4 and May 6, 2025 meetings. A public hearing will be held. The board will consider a resolution to award dollars to the Main Street Economic Revitalization Program and discuss a Restaurant Recruitment Program.

• Consideration of minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting
• Consideration of minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting
• Resolution to consider awarding Main Street Economic Revitalization Program dollars
• Discussion of the Restaurant Recruitment Program
• Public hearing (topic not specified)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a series of goals and projects. Topics include leaf pickup, a dynamic sign, sidewalk improvements, capital planning for Tyler Ave SE and 4th Ave SW, and increasing revenue from the liquor store. The council will also consider sidewalk segments on Whiskey Road SW and Main Street, and a plan to increase street lighting.

• Capital Planning for Tyler Ave SE & 4th Ave SW
• Increase Revenue Source from the Liquor Store
• Sidewalk In-Fill
• Contiguous Segment of Sidewalk along the East Side of Whiskey Road SW between South of Dogwood St and Birch St
• Contiguous Segment of Sidewalk along Main Street between Credit Union Drive NE and 5th Ave NE

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a cannabis ordinance and associated fees. The body will also review budget dates, 2025 goals, and updates on city infrastructure projects.

• Cannabis Ordinance & Fees discussion
• Budget Dates & 2025 Goal discussion
• Roundabout Schedule Update
• Police Department Roof Update
• Sidewalk segment along East Side of Whiskey Road SW between South of Dogwood St and Birch St

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will discuss a resolution to set the Minnesota Paid Leave law percentage for both employees and employers. It will also consider authorizing a service agreement with PageFreezer for social media archiving. The council will approve a consent agenda that includes payroll of $137,476.76 and accounts payable of $268,930.91, along with several other resolutions such as a copier services contract and a water protection grant. Additional items include a donation box approval, a part‑time community service officer offer, and police garage lighting.

• Resolution to consider approving the determination of Minnesota Paid Leave law percentage for employee and employer
• Resolution to consider authorizing the city to enter into a service agreement with PageFreezer for social media archiving
• Consent agenda payroll of $137,476.76 and accounts payable of $268,930.91
• Resolution to award quote and authorize contract for copier services
• Resolution to accept the Source Water Protection Plan Implementation Grant through the Minnesota Department of Health

City Council Budget Work Session

The Isanti City Council will hold a budget work session on November 5, 2025. Council members will discuss the draft budget for fiscal year 2026. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and agenda adoption.

• Review of the 2026 draft budget

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The City Council will consider expenditures for six pickleball courts and a zoning map amendment for 209 Main St W. The body will also determine the Minnesota Paid Leave Law percentage for employees and employers.

• Expenditures for six pickleball courts and Phase One of the State Park
• Zoning map amendment for 209 Main St W
• Payroll of $141,455.50 and accounts payable of $821,700.75
• Change Order No. 2 for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project
• Temporary on-sale liquor licenses for Tibetan American Foundation of MN and Thunder Brothers Brewery

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a zoning map amendment at 209 Main St W. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. Standard agenda items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment are included.

• Public hearing: request for zoning map amendment for 209 Main St W

City Council Special Work Session

The Isanti City Council will hold a work‑session to discuss a Joint Powers Agreement with the local fire district. No other substantive items are on the agenda. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order and public comment.

• Fire District Joint Powers Agreement discussion

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will discuss several permits, including a gambling premise permit for Wintergreens Golf & Grill and a conditional use permit for a martial arts/fitness studio at 101 Isanti Parkway NE, Suite E. A special event permit for the Art and Science Academy Trek‑or‑Treat will also be considered. The council will approve payroll and accounts payable amounts totaling $590,887.76 and authorize a third reduction in the letter of credit for the Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition.

• Resolution to consider approving a gambling premise permit for Wintergreens Golf & Grill
• Resolution to consider a conditional use permit for a martial arts/fitness studio at 101 Isanti Parkway NE, Suite E
• Resolution to consider a special event permit for the Art and Science Academy Trek‑or‑Treat event
• Resolution to approve the third reduction in the letter of credit for Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition
• Approve payroll ($137,991.85), 3rd quarter council/committee payroll ($9,870.73), and accounts payable ($443,025.18)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment and site plan review for Centennial Apartments. The body will also consider a conditional use permit request for 101 Isanti Parkway NE, Suite E.

• Conditional Use Permit request at 101 Isanti Parkway NE, Suite E
• Site Plan Review for Centennial Apartments
• Zoning Map Amendment for Centennial Apartments

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss various city projects, including a cannabis ordinance and fees. The meeting also covers infrastructure updates and staffing. The body will review a list of city goals ranging from leaf pickup to sidewalk expansions.

• Cannabis Ordinance & Fees Discussion
• Skate Park Redesign
• Towns Edge Road & Railroad Ave Discussion
• PD Roof & Interior Lights Discussion
• Sidewalk segments for Whiskey Road SW and Main Street

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will vote on resolutions for the 2026 preliminary budget, the 2026 tax levy, a special event permit for Illuminate Isanti 2025, public safety aid expenditures, and a site‑plan review and zoning map amendment for Centennial Apartments. A consent agenda will approve payroll of $167,064.54, accounts payable of $402,749.93, a promotion for Joshua Becker, the resignation of Becky Whitman, and an offer to police records technician Tracy Corbett. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comment, committee reports, and closed‑session discussions on labor negotiations and a lease agreement for a sign.

• Resolution to consider approving the special event permit for Illuminate Isanti 2025
• Resolutions to consider the 2026 preliminary budget, set the 2026 final budget and levy meeting, and adopt the 2025 tax levy collectible in 2026
• Resolution to consider authorizing expenditures from public safety aid
• Resolution to consider approving a site‑plan review and zoning map amendment for Centennial Apartments
• Consent agenda: payroll $167,064.54; accounts payable $402,749.93; promotion of Joshua Becker; resignation of Becky Whitman; offer to Tracy Corbett

City Council

The Isanti City Council will consider several resolutions, including an interim use permit for a tattoo parlor, a special event permit for the Main Street Fall Extravaganza, a cannabis microbusiness registration, the sale of the fire hall, an ash‑tree survey, and the 2026 preliminary budget and tax levy. They will also approve consent‑agenda items for payroll and donations. The meeting follows standard procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and committee reports.

• Resolution to consider approving an interim use permit for a tattoo parlor at 303 Credit Union Drive NE, Suite 5
• Resolution to consider approving the special event permit for the Main Street Fall Extravaganza
• Resolution to consider approving the cannabis microbusiness registration for AEY, LLC
• Resolution to consider approving sale of the Isanti Fire Hall to the Isanti Area Joint Operating Fire District
• Resolution to consider adopting the 2026 preliminary budget and tax levy for the City of Isanti

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for an interim use permit at 303 Credit Union Drive NE. The commission will also adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting, and address any other business.

• Approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Public hearing: request for interim use permit at 303 Credit Union Drive NE
• Adopt agenda for the meeting

City Council Canvass Board

The Isanti City Council will consider a resolution to canvass the returns from the municipal special election held on August 12, 2025. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, public comment, and agenda adoption. No other business items are listed.

• Resolution to canvass returns for the municipal special election held on August 12, 2025

City Council Budget Work Session

The City Council will meet for a work session to discuss the 2026 draft budget. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Review of 2026 Draft Budget

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The City Council will review permit requests for a car show and a fireworks display. The body is also considering a policy change regarding police presence at Parks & Recreation Board meetings.

• Special Event Permit for Summer Sendoff Showdown Carshow
• Fireworks Display Permit for Delightful Acres Weddings & Events at 27600 Polk St NE
• Payroll of $145,404.75 and Accounts Payable of $424,073.95
• MOU between City of Isanti and Cambridge-Isanti School District for SRO Program
• Resignation of Park & Recreation Coordinator Jausica Swanson

City Council Budget Work Session

The Isanti City Council will hold a budget work session to consider operating budgets for several funds, including the General Fund, Elections, Admin/Finance, Police Department, Pavement Management, Street Reconstruction, Technology, and Debt Service Fund. The council will discuss the allocations before adopting the agenda items. Public comment and standard procedural items are also on the agenda.

• Operating budget for General Fund (101)
• Operating budget for Elections
• Operating budget for Admin/Finance
• Operating budget for Police Department
• Operating budgets for Pavement Management, Street Reconstruction, Technology (614), and Debt Service Fund (931)

City Council Budget Work Session

The Isanti City Council will hold a work session to review the 2026 budget schedule, tax levy, and operating budgets for various city funds, including the General, EDA, Stormwater, Liquor, Water, and Sewer funds. The session will also cover the 2026 and 20-year Capital Improvement Plans.

• 2026 Budget Schedule
• Tax Levy/Tax Rate
• General Fund Operating Budget (101)
• 2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• 20 Year Projected Capital Improvement Plan

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will consider several resolutions, including hiring a full‑time police officer, approving a local road improvement program grant, and authorizing a gambling permit for the Rum River BMX State Finals raffle. Additional items include a quote for the Community Center exterior renovation, a new air‑conditioning unit for the Community Center, and payroll and accounts payable amounts totaling $1,243,002.71.

• Resolution to Approve the Offer for Full‑Time Police Officer Petra Saldana Sanchez
• Resolution to Approve Local Road Improvement Program Grant Agreement
• Resolution to Approve an Exempt Gambling Permit for Rum River BMX 50/50 Raffle (August 23‑24, 2025)
• Resolution to Consider Awarding the Quote for the Isanti Community Center Exterior Renovation Project
• Payroll in the Amount of $299,076.26 and Accounts Payable in the Amount of $943,926.45

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the site plan for a proposed gas station and car wash located at 501 Heritage Blvd NE. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing – site plan review for gas station and car wash at 501 Heritage Blvd NE

Committee of the Whole - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed apartment development, review quotes for Community Center capital improvements, and consider a stop sign at Main Street and Credit Union Drive. Additional topics include a 2017 GMC utility truck, budget discussion points, and various goals such as sidewalk projects and street lighting.

• Apartment proposal discussion (presented by Kris Carroll)
• Community Center CIP improvement quotes
• Stop sign discussion at Main Street & Credit Union Drive
• 2017 GMC utility truck discussion
• Budget discussion topics

City Council

The City Council will review a site plan for a business at 501 Heritage Blvd NE and a change order for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project. The body will also consider adopting a water supply plan and approving city payroll and accounts payable.

• Site plan review for gas station and car wash at 501 Heritage Blvd NE
• Change Order No. 1 for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project
• Payroll of $141,322.57 and Accounts Payable of $780,500.27
• Resolution to adopt Water Supply Plan
• Closed session regarding labor negotiation strategy

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive department updates and discuss specific planning items. The agenda includes a review of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and brainstorming for fall events.

• CIP Update
• Fall Event Ideas

The board adopted the agenda and approved the May 27 minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. It decided to pause discussion of pickleball courts with CAPA and to not add new amenities at Mattson Park for now. The board reached consensus to develop a wood‑castle themed park at Mattson Park. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Approve May 27 minutes (5-0)
• Pause pickleball court discussion with CAPA (consensus)
• Do not add new amenities at Mattson Park (consensus)
• Approve wood‑castle park concept for Mattson Park (consensus)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The City Council will discuss the Centennial Drive SW upgrade and county collaboration. The body is also considering resolutions regarding banking services and a letter of credit reduction for Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition.

• Discussion on Centennial Drive SW Upgrade
• Resolution for banking services agreement
• Resolution for 2nd reduction in Letter of Credit for Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition
• Approval of payroll ($137,420.61 and $8,848.04) and accounts payable ($459,848.71)
• Appointment of election judges for August 12, 2025 special election

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a public hearing. The commission is also scheduled to discuss Northern Blvd.

• Public hearing
• Discussion regarding Northern Blvd

Committee of the Whole - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti Committee of the Whole will discuss updates on the roundabout project, park dedication funds, and a mailbox at City Hall. Continued discussions will cover County Road 5 repaving, public safety committee matters, and streaming of council chambers. Additional agenda items outline goals such as leaf pickup, sidewalk improvements, increased street lighting, and revenue strategies for the liquor store.

• Roundabout Project Update
• Park Dedication Funds Discussion
• Mailbox at City Hall Discussion
• County Road 5 Repaving Continued Discussion
• Increase Street Lighting

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The City Council will review bids for infrastructure projects and evaluate several special event permits. The body is also considering a cannabis products registration and a banking services agreement.

• Bid award for Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project
• Cannabis Products Registration for Northern Crown, LLC
• Special Event Permits for Isanti Firefighters Rodeo Association and North 65 Chamber of Commerce Jubilee Days 2025
• Payroll of $165,106.87 and Accounts Payable of $652,391.17
• Replacement of Ford 545D Tractor in Capital Improvement Plan

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss several park improvements and financial planning. The session includes department updates and the swearing-in of a new board member.

• Discussion of Pickle Ball Court(s)
• Review of Isanti Park Evaluations Reports
• Parks Budget discussion
• Discussion of shade at Rum River Meadows Park
• Oath of Office for new Parks and Recreation Board member

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend Chapter 227 concerning parking and storage, a resolution to vacate a utility easement in Johnson Meadows, and a resolution to approve the Illuminate Isanti volunteer agreement for 2025. The council will also vote on several consent‑agenda items, including payroll of $182,017.43, a contract for portable toilet services, and temporary on‑sale liquor licenses for the Tibetan American Foundation of MN and Thunder Brothers Brewery.

• Ordinance to consider amending Chapter 227; Parking and Storage
• Resolution to consider approving vacation of utility easement in Johnson Meadows
• Resolution to consider approving Illuminate Isanti and the Illuminate Isanti Volunteer Agreement for 2025
• Resolution to award proposal and authorize entering into a contract for portable toilet services
• Resolution to approve a temporary on‑sale liquor license for Thunder Brothers Brewery for 2025 Street Dances

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the request for a vacation of a public utility easement. The body will also review and approve minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing: Request for Vacation of Public Utility Easement in the Johnson Meadows Development

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive department updates and discuss park evaluations. The board is also scheduled to discuss amenities for Mattson Park.

• Mattson Park amenities discussion
• Isanti Park evaluations
• Public Works Department updates
• Parks and Recreation Department updates

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss a restaurant recruitment program and a potential rail spur plan update. The body will also address grant funding for Main Street revitalization and a bid request for the lease of city-owned crop land.

• Resolution to approve Restaurant Recruitment Program
• Potential Rail Spur Plan Update
• Main Street Economic Revitalization Grants Funding Award
• Request for Quotes for Lease of EDA/City Owned Crop Land

Economic Development Authority

The Isanti Economic Development Authority will consider the minutes from its January meeting, hear a presentation on a child care house, review strategic planning follow-up, and receive business property tax reports.

• Approval of January 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Child Care House Presentation
• EDA Strategic Planning Session Follow-Up
• Business Property Tax Reports

Committee of the Whole - Revised Agenda Packet

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several new items, including a union negotiation representative discussion, updates to community events on the city website, a discussion on repaving County Road 5, a public safety committee discussion, and coordination with Illuminate Isanti. Old business includes a discussion of dynamic signs. The agenda also lists a series of goal items such as leaf pickup, sidewalk projects, street lighting, and revenue sources.

• Union Negotiation Representative(s) Discussion
• Community Events on City Website
• County Road 5 Repaving Discussion
• Public Safety Committee Discussion
• Illuminate Isanti Coordination Discussion

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will discuss several resolutions, including authorizing a bid for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project, approving a special event permit for a VFW and Rum River BMX Bike Rodeo, and amending the Rum River BMX lease agreement. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering payroll, accounts payable, and various contracts and permits. Additional items include announcements, committee reports, and public comment before adjournment.

• Resolution to consider authorizing an advertisement for bid for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project
• Resolution to consider approving a special event permit for VFW and Rum River BMX Bike Rodeo
• Resolution to consider amending the Rum River BMX lease agreement
• Consent agenda: payroll of $144,898.36 and accounts payable of $586,599.55
• Resolution to approve an agreement with Petersons Promotions for a community bulletin board at Isanti Liquor Store

City Council

The City Council will review bids for several infrastructure projects, including Well No. 4 and Isanti Hills rehabilitation. The body is also deciding on various park improvements and personnel changes, including three resignations and retirements.

• Bids for Well No. 4 project, Well No. 4 Raw Watermain Improvements, and Isanti Hills Rehabilitation
• Payroll of $144,841.65 and Accounts Payable of $515,935.13
• Resolutions for Bluebird Park message boards and Rum River Meadows Park shade structures
• Website redesign contract with Revize
• Special Event Permit for Arts and Science Academy Field Day Event

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review a request for a Conditional Use Permit. The primary item of business is a public hearing regarding an automotive restyling shop.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for an Automotive Restyling shop at 22 Broadway St SW

Committee of the Whole

The Isanti City Committee of the Whole will review several new business items, including a presentation on a dynamic sign, agenda requests from local organizations, the Fairway Greens North Park construction, and plans to set work sessions for the 2026 budget. The council will also continue discussions on sidewalks, the city website, emerald ash borer response, council chambers streaming, and code enforcement. Goals listed include sidewalk projects, street lighting, and revenue opportunities.

• Dynamic Sign Presentation
• City Council Agenda Request – Serenity Circle Counseling (Deanna Austin)
• City Council Agenda Request – Commons on Whiskey Road (Kris Carroll)
• Fairway Greens North Park Build
• Setting Work Sessions for the 2026 Budget

City Council Canvass Board

The Isanti City Council will consider a resolution to canvass the returns from the municipal primary special election held on April 8, 2025. This is the sole business item on the agenda.

• Resolution to canvass returns for the municipal primary special election held April 8, 2025

City Council

The Isanti City Council meeting will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to parking regulations and special event permits. Council members will vote on awarding the bid for the 2025 Pavement Management Project and on a land acquisition for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements. The consent agenda will also approve payroll, temporary liquor licenses, a debt service fund closure, and requests for proposals on banking and weed abatement.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 227 (parking and storage)
• Resolution to approve special event permits for Walk for Life, Isanti Farmer's Market, and Rock Solid Foundation Fun Run
• Resolution to approve a conditional use permit to change cell tower hardware
• Resolution to award the bid for the 2025 Pavement Management Project
• Resolution to proceed with land acquisition for two parcels on the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project

Parks and Recreation Board

The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board will consider three discussion items: naming Fairway Greens North Park, ideas for QR code signs at the skate park, and installing a message board at Bluebird Park. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and departmental updates.

• Fairway Greens North Park Naming Discussion
• Skate Park QR Code Sign Ideas
• Message Board at Bluebird Park

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Isanti Hills Rehabilitation Project, including bid advertisements and parking restrictions. The body will also consider ordinances regarding animal keeping and city fees, as well as a police officer hiring bonus.

• Public hearing for Isanti Hills Rehabilitation Project
• Ordinance amending Chapter 87 (Keeping of Certain Animals) and Chapter 160 (Enumeration of Fees)
• Payroll of $144,073.97 and accounts payable of $282,972.68
• Resolution to authorize bid for Well 4 Improvements
• Resolution to approve a hiring bonus for a Police Officer position

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will organize its officers and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for a cell tower and a variance request for a property on Polk Street.

• Conditional Use Permit request to alter a cell tower
• Variance request for a second driveway at 27868 Polk Street
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Parks and Recreation Board

The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board will meet on February 25, 2025. The board will discuss the naming of Fairway Greens North Park, a message board at Bluebird Park, plans for movie nights at the amphitheater, and QR code sign ideas for the skate park. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion only.

• Fairway Greens North Park naming discussion
• Message board proposal at Bluebird Park
• Movie nights at the amphitheater
• Skate park QR code sign ideas

The board adopted the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). The board approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting unanimously (5‑0). The board reached consensus to limit the Fairway Greens North Park naming list to three options: Woodland Park, Fairway Park, and Triumph Park. The board agreed to use green for the Bluebird Park message board and to investigate attaching the posts themselves, including contacting local contractors or schools.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Approve Jan 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Select three Fairway Greens North Park name options (consensus)
• Choose green for Bluebird Park message board and research self‑install (consensus)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Isanti Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several topics, including police officer retention, sidewalk infill projects, and a proposed rain garden. The agenda also includes discussions on community center fees and a website upgrade.

• Police Officer Retention/Recruitment
• Sidewalk Infill Along Main Street
• Isanti Hills Rehabilitation Project Rain Garden Discussion
• Community Center Fee Discussion
• Bullet Resistant Barrier(s) at City Hall

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Annual MS4 Report and consider resolutions regarding interim financial services and the Johnson Meadows Phase 2 final plat. The body will also review payroll and accounts payable totaling $788,495.87.

• Public hearing: Annual MS4 Report
• Resolution for Johnson Meadows Phase 2 final plat
• Resolution for interim financial services
• Payroll of $146,290.97 and accounts payable of $642,204.90
• Resolution to declare certain property as surplus for public auction

City Council

The Isanti City Council meeting will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from February 4, 2025, and consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Items include a stormwater rate amendment, a bid for the 2025 Pavement Management Project, a budget amendment for brush chipping, and land acquisition for the Heritage Boulevard intersection improvements. The council will also address payroll, state aid, equipment surplus, an arts grant, and a hemp edible registration.

• Ordinance to consider amending Chapter 81 – Stormwater Rates
• Resolution to consider authorizing an ad for bid for the 2025 Pavement Management Project
• Resolution to approve an amendment to the 2025 Budget for Brush Chipping
• Resolution to proceed with land acquisition for the Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project
• Resolution to declare the TP930 printer surplus and authorize sale by sealed quotes

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from earlier meetings. It passed an ordinance to keep stormwater rates unchanged through 2029 and authorized advertising for bids on the 2025 pavement management project. The body also approved a budget amendment for brush‑chipping, land acquisition for the Heritage Boulevard intersection, and a permit for a lower‑potency hemp edible retailer at Coborn’s Marketplace. Additional consent‑agenda items including payroll, a request for state‑aid advancement, and the sale of a surplus printer were accepted.

• Adopted agenda (4-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance ORD-835 to keep stormwater rates unchanged through 2029 (4-0)
• Authorized advertisement for bid on 2025 Pavement Management Project (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment for brush chipping (consent agenda)
• Approved land acquisition for Heritage Boulevard Intersection Improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved sale of surplus TP930 printer by sealed quotes (consent agenda)
• Approved lower‑potency hemp edible retailer registration for Coborn’s Marketplace (consent agenda)

City Council

The Isanti City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including the renewal of on‑sale and Sunday liquor licenses for four local establishments. The council will also discuss park improvements, economic‑development staffing, and contract authorizations. Additional items include a sand volleyball court proposal for Bluebird Park and Wi‑Fi services at the community center.

• Approve on‑sale and Sunday liquor license renewals for Junction Bowl & Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, Rum River VFW Post 2735, Wintergreen's Golf and Grill, and Thunder Brothers Brewery
• Consider resolutions for Isanti Hills Rehabilitation: receive feasibility report, call a hearing, and authorize preparation of plans
• Resolution to construct a sand volleyball court at Bluebird Park
• Interview applicant Shacreya Lee for vacant EDA seat and consider amending Resolution 2025-005 on committee designations
• Authorize contract for rug and uniform services (consent agenda item)

The council unanimously approved on‑sale and Sunday liquor license renewals for Junction Bowl & Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, Rum River VFW 2735, Wintergreen's Golf & Grill, and Thunder Brothers Brewery. It also authorized a contract for unlimited 5G Wi‑Fi at the Isanti Community Center and adopted the related free‑use policy (4‑1). Additional actions included appointing Shacreya Lee to the EDA, approving rubber surfacing at Bluebird Park’s playground, and granting special event permits for the Family Summer Entertainment Series and Kids Archery Day.

• Appointed Shacreya Lee to Economic Development Authority (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals for four establishments (Junction Bowl & Whistle Stop, Rum River VFW 2735, Wintergreen's Golf & Grill, Thunder Brothers Brewery) (5-0)
• Authorized contract for Wi‑Fi services at Isanti Community Center (5-0)
• Adopted Isanti Community Center Free Wi‑Fi Public Use Policy (4-1, Nick Pedersen nay)
• Approved rubber surfacing for 2‑5 play area at Bluebird Park (5-0)
• Approved special event permits for Family Summer Entertainment Series and Kids Archery Day (both 5-0)

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a conditional use permit. The permit would allow an open sales lot for custom‑built trailers. No other agenda items involve decisions or proposals.

• Conditional use permit request for an open sales lot for custom‑built trailers

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will adopt its agenda and approve the minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting. It will then hold a public hearing to consider a site‑plan review request for an addition to the Weathered Wood development. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the October 15, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Public hearing on a site‑plan review request for an addition to Weathered Wood MN
• Adopt agenda for the November 19, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a conditional use permit and variance for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. The commission will also consider the final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition. No other decisions are listed.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing on conditional use permit and variance for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
• Consideration of final Planned Unit Development for Fairway Greens North 3rd Addition

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss the Former Creamery Crossing Building and the listing of industrial parcels in the Isanti Centennial Complex. The body will also hold a discussion regarding the EDA's role and goal setting.

• Former Creamery Crossing Building
• EDA Role and Goal Setting Discussion
• Listing of Industrial Parcels in Isanti Centennial Complex

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is meeting to organize the body via resolution and discuss strategic planning. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a child care house.

• Resolution Organizing the Economic Development Authority of The City of Isanti, Minnesota
• Strategic Planning
• Child Care House

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss business items and conduct a public hearing. The primary action item is a resolution regarding the 2025 crop lease.

• Resolution to consider awarding the 2025 crop lease

Planning Commission

The Isanti Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider three amendments to Ordinance No. 445 Zoning. One amendment would permit automotive wrapping, decals, detailing, and tinting in the B-1 Central Business District. A second amendment would add provisions for alternative energy sources throughout the zoning code. A third amendment would allow cannabis and hemp‑related uses in residential, business, industrial, and special purpose districts.

• Amend Ordinance No. 445 Zoning to permit automotive wrapping, decals, detailing and tinting in the B-1 Central Business District
• Amend Ordinance No. 445 Zoning to include definitions and use regulations for alternative energy sources
• Amend Ordinance No. 445 Zoning to allow cannabis and hemp‑related uses in multiple districts (R1‑a, business, industrial, and Business Transitional districts)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board will elect its 2025 chair, vice chair, and secretary. It will review the Conflict of Interest Policy and the board's meeting schedule for 2025. The board will discuss several park projects, including a sand volleyball court and a message board at Bluebird Park, an update on Eagle Park, and plans for movie nights at the amphitheater.

• Election of 2025 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of Conflict of Interest Policy and Disclosure
• Sand Volleyball Court at Bluebird Park
• Eagle Park Update
• Movie Nights at the Amphitheater

City Council Goal Setting Session

The Isanti City Council meeting is dedicated to a goal‑setting work session. Council members will discuss the purpose of the workshop, review the City Capital Improvement Plan and pavement management maps, and establish new goals for the city. No formal decisions or votes are indicated.

• Goal‑setting work session – purpose for the workshop
• Review of City Capital Improvement Plan and pavement management maps
• Establishing new city goals

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council will discuss several resolutions, including a variance for a second driveway at 27686 Polk St and a temporary on‑sale liquor license for the Tibetan American Foundation of MN. Additional items include a municipal dispensary discussion, a request for proposals for rug and uniform services, and approval of payroll and accounts payable amounts. The meeting also features public comment, announcements, and routine consent agenda items.

• Resolution to consider approving a variance for a second driveway at 27686 Polk St
• Resolution to approve a temporary on‑sale liquor license for Tibetan American Foundation of MN
• Municipal dispensary discussion
• Request for proposals for rug and uniform services
• Approve payroll of $150,089.52 and accounts payable of $351,185.82

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss infrastructure and community projects. Key topics include the Dahlin Ave and Main Street intersection and the South Passage Railroad Crossing surface replacement.

• Dahlin Ave and Main Street Intersection discussion
• South Passage Railroad Crossing Surface Replacement
• Isanti Community Center Internet discussion
• Shatter Proof Window Film
• Capital Planning for Tyler Ave SE & 4th Ave SW

City Council

The Isanti City Council will interview candidates and take the oath of office for a vacant councilmember seat. It will also consider amending Resolution 2025-001 that designates committees and advisory boards. Additional business includes a special event permit for the RRBMX Governors Cup, a partnership agreement with ECRL, and a cannabinoid registration for Isanti Tobacco LLC.

• Interview candidates for appointment to vacant councilmember seat and oath of office
• Resolution to consider amending Resolution 2025-001 designating committees and advisory boards
• Resolution to approve a special event permit for the RRBMX Governors Cup Event
• Resolution to approve partnership agreement between the City of Isanti and ECRL
• Resolution to approve the cannabinoid registration for Isanti Tobacco LLC

Parks and Recreation Board- Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board will discuss several park projects, including sand volleyball courts at Bluebird Park, shade structures at Rum River Meadows Park, and ideas for a new skate park. Updates on Eagle Park and the Bluebird Park playground color options will also be reviewed. The board will consider a naming discussion for Fairway Greens North Park and hear the City Council's 2024 parks goals.

• Sand volleyball courts at Bluebird Park
• Shade structures at Rum River Meadows Park
• Skate park concepts
• Eagle Park update
• Color options for Bluebird Park playground project

City Council - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti City Council meeting will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including designating committees for city commissions, appointing an official newspaper, and adding stop signage at Dahlin and Main St. NE. A key item is an ordinance to amend Zoning Code Chapter 445, Section 7 to permit facilities for automotive wrapping, decals, detailing, and tinting. Additional ordinances will amend building fee schedules and administrative penalties, and a resolution will accept donations from Illuminate Isanti. The consent agenda includes payroll of $151,423.24, a $8,874.93 fourth‑quarter payroll, and $488,735.80 in accounts payable.

• Resolution to designate committees and representatives for city commissions and advisory boards for 2025
• Resolution to designate an official newspaper, appoint depositories and professional services for 2025
• Resolution to add additional stop signage at Dahlin and Main St. NE
• Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Chapter 445, Section 7 to permit automotive wrapping, decals, detailing and tinting facilities
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 160 – Enumeration of Fees – Building Fees

Committee of the Whole - Revised Agenda Packet

The Isanti Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss setting goals for the coming year, including leaf pickup and capital planning. The agenda includes a fluoride discussion, a CJIS audit, and a review of the police gas rewards program. The committee will also revisit old business items such as code enforcement, ballistic window film, and building inspection fee updates.

• Fluoride Discussion
• Police Gas Rewards
• Code Enforcement Continued Discussion
• Building Inspection Fee Schedule Updates
• Capital Planning for Tyler Ave SE & 4th Ave SW