{ "city": "Isanti", "state": "Minnesota", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-cityofisanti/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Committee discusses quail, park ads, video project, ash borer, street safety", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=237", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=237", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=237" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to consider loan for Creamery Kitchen and Taphouse LLC", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=236", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=236", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=236" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Parks and Recreation Board", "headline": "Parks and Recreation Board meeting cancelled due to no agenda items", "summary": "The Isanti Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026 was cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=427", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=427" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Economic Development Authority", "headline": "Isanti EDA to organize authority and discuss cropland leases", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=235", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=235", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=235" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Parks and Recreation Board", "headline": "Board will discuss community fundraising group information", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=234", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=234", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=234" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Isanti City Council to consider zoning changes and labor agreements", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=233", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=233", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=233" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to approve payroll, refuse contract, and special event permits", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=231", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=231", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=231" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council will consider the Evergreen Apartment development request", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=232", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=232", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=232" }, { "date": "2026-05-27", "body": "Parks and Recreation Board", "headline": "Board will discuss amenity needs for each city park", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=230", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=230", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=230" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to discuss parking, approve sidewalk and pavement projects", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=229", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=229", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=229" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Isanti Committee of the Whole to discuss park equipment and city communications", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=228", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=228", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=228" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to consider bids for Railroad Avenue and Main Street walk improvements", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=227", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=227", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=227" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council will approve payroll of $137,602.70 and $7,377.28, plus $630,736.86 accounts payable", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=226", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=226", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=226" }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "body": "Parks and Recreation Board", "headline": "Parks and Recreation Board to discuss Bluebird Park playground additions", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=225", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=225", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=225" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "City Council - Revised Agenda Packet", "headline": "Council to consider adding cigar lounges as permitted use in business districts", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=223", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=223", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=223" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Isanti Committee of the Whole to discuss skate park costs and city communications", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=224", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=224", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=224" }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "body": "City Council - Revised Agenda Packet", "headline": "City Council to approve local match and contract for Creamery Building Redevelopment", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=222", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=222", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=222" }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission hears zoning amendment and clinic site plan requests", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=221", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=221", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=221" }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider special event permit for Rum River BMX Governors Cup", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=220", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=220", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=220" }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council approves payroll of $149,202.68 and $96,026.26 in accounts payable", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=219", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=219", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=219" }, { "date": "2026-02-18", "body": "Parks and Recreation Board", "headline": "Isanti Parks Board to organize and discuss pickleball, skatepark updates", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=218", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=218", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=218" }, { "date": "2026-02-18", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council will consider a professional IT services contract with White Bear IT Solutions", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=217", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=217", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=217" }, { "date": "2026-02-18", "body": "City Council Goal Setting Session", "headline": "City Council sets 2026 goals and reviews 2025 progress", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=216", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=216", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=216" }, { "date": "2026-02-13", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission will hear a conditional use permit and a site plan review", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=215", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=215", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=215" }, { "date": "2026-02-04", "body": "Committee of the Whole - Revised Agenda Packet", "headline": "Isanti committee discusses permits, police, and community goals", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=213", "minutes_url": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=213", "source": "https://cityofisanti.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=213" } ] }