Stillwater public meetings in 2024
49 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from October and consider a proposed 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda includes a public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 808 6th Avenue South.
- Approval of October 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit at 808 6th Avenue South
- Discussion of proposed 2025 Commission Meeting Schedule
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items including the 2025 meeting calendar, fee schedule, and various contracts for projects like the City Hall Vault HVAC and Curve Crest Boulevard utility extension.
- Establishing Fee Schedule for 2025 – Ordinance 1st Reading
- City Council and Boards & Commissions Meeting Date Changes for 2025 – Resolution
- Curve Crest Boulevard Utility Extension Project Bid Award – Resolution
- City Hall Vault HVAC Addition
- Parking Lots and Trail Improvements Final Payment
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss a demolition request for a pre-1946 structure on Boom Road, and consider an amendment to a new home design in a Neighborhood Conservation District.
- Approval of November 13, 2024 minutes
- Case No. CD 2024-049: Demolition request for 2220 Boom Road
- Case No. CD 2024-051: Amendment to New Home Design in NCD at 808 6th Avenue South
- Review of proposed 2025 Commission meeting schedule
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will hold a workshop on the 2025 legislative agenda, a water system study and PFAS treatment plant update, and a hypervisor/hardware purchase. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with second readings of ordinances on cannabis business zoning, registration, and odor, as well as imposing a local option sales tax. New business items include a Parking Lot 4 ice rink agreement, a World Snow Sculpting Championship 2025 contract and noise variance, and a Truth in Taxation presentation for the 2025 budget and tax levy.
- Cannabis businesses zoning, registration, and odor ordinances – 2nd reading on three ordinances
- Imposing local option sales tax – Ordinance 2nd reading
- Truth in Taxation Presentation for 2025 Budget & Tax Levy – 2 resolutions
- Water System Study and PFAS Water Treatment Plant Facility Plan Update
- World Snow Sculpting Championship 2025 Event Contract and Noise Variance
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will review updates to the 2025 fee schedule and discuss the Border Battle Tug of War. The body is also reviewing the revised timeline and selection for replacement playgrounds in 2025.
- Updates to 2025 Fee Schedule
- Replacement Playgrounds for 2025
- Revised Playground Replacement Process Timeline
- Border Battle - Tug of War
- Introduction of new commission member Jessica Wright
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will hold a public hearing on a charter amendment for assessment of waste disposal fees (2nd reading). New business includes a social district resolution, first reading of a local option sales tax ordinance, and first reading of three cannabis businesses/uses zoning ordinances. The consent agenda covers routine items such as bills, licenses, and service agreements.
- Public hearing on charter and code amendments for delinquent waste fees and nuisance abatement
- Imposing local option sales tax – ordinance 1st reading
- Cannabis businesses/uses zoning and city code ordinances – 1st reading on 3 ordinances
- Emerald Ash Borer Tree Removal Project Round Two Agreement
- Temporary liquor license for Ascension Episcopal Church and World Snow Sculpting Championship
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from September and hold public hearings on demolition requests for properties at 2220 Boom Road and 403 Owens Street. The agenda also includes updates on a Dutchtown Designation District grant and staff reports.
- Approval of September 18, 2024 minutes
- Public hearing: Demolition request for 2220 Boom Road
- Public hearing: Demolition request for 403 Owens Street
- Dutchtown Designation District Grant Update
- Community Development Department Staff Update
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting Changed DUE to Election
The City Council will conduct a workshop on parking, hospital planning, and cannabis use, followed by a regular meeting. The council is deciding on various consent items including police equipment and utility projects, and will hold a public hearing regarding service charges for businesses in the Downtown Special Service District.
- Public hearing on assessment of service charges to businesses in the Downtown Special Service District
- Police Department purchase request for a camera system and license plate reader
- First reading of ordinances for waste disposal fee assessments and public nuisance abatements
- Zoning approval extension request for Chapel Hill Flats
- Approval of plans and bidding for the Curve Crest Blvd Utility Extension Project
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Stillwater Parks & Recreation Commission will consider event policy changes regarding alcohol server training and hear community feedback on a playground replacement. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes, introduction of new members, and staff updates on parks and trails.
- Approval of August 26 and September 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Introduction of new members Mark Maniaci and Jessica Wright
- Event Policy Changes – Alcohol Server Training
- Playground Replacement – Community Feedback
- Staff updates on Skate Park/Graffiti Park, Trail Maintenance (Boutwell, Eagle Ridge, Benson Park), Events (Rivertown Art Festival, Harvest Fest, Trolley Tours), Northland Dugouts/New Fence, and a Pickleball Letter
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will meet to approve September meeting minutes and hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding cannabis business performance standards.
- Approval of September 25, 2024 regular meeting minutes
- Public hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Cannabis Business Performance Standards
- Revised maps for the Cannabis Ordinance Amendment
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed property assessments for the 2024 Street Improvement Project and changes to municipal fee schedules, including solid waste and delinquent citation fees. A second reading proposes increasing liquor license fees. Routine administrative items, easement acquisitions along Greeley Street, and several joint powers agreements will also be processed through the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on proposed assessments for the 2024 Street Improvement Project along Greeley Street
- Public hearing and second reading to amend the liquor license fee schedule
- Public hearing on proposed assessments for delinquent abatement cleanup fees, administrative citations, and solid waste fees
- Consent agenda includes easement acquisitions along Greeley Street and a contract amendment for the Lumberjack Landing Aiple House renovation
- Consent agenda covers short-term rental licensing for 404 Churchill St W and joint powers agreements for Loop Trail snow removal and mass community notification
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a workshop at 4:30 PM to discuss cannabis zoning standards, the downtown safety camera project, and closed session litigation regarding Lakeview Hospital easement. The regular meeting at 7:00 PM includes a public hearing on proposed assessments for the 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project, a variance appeal for 3393 Pioneer Place, an alcohol training ordinance amendment, and the sale of General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds Series 2024A. The consent agenda includes a liquor license fee increase (first reading) and various agreements.
- Workshop discussion of cannabis zoning standards
- Workshop discussion of downtown safety camera project
- Public hearing on 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project assessments
- Variance appeal for 3393 Pioneer Place
- First reading of fee schedule amendment for liquor license fee increase
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a garage at 1022 4th Street South and consider findings to deny a variance for a deck at 403 Northland Terrace on the consent agenda. The meeting also includes a Riverfront Renewal presentation from City Administrator Joe Kohlmann.
- Case CD2024-044: Public hearing for variance to front and side yard setback for proposed garage at 1022 4th Street South
- Case CD2024-037: Consent agenda item for findings to support denial of variance for deck at 403 Northland Terrace
- Add-On: Riverfront Renewal presentation by City Administrator Joe Kohlmann
- Approval of August 28, 2024 regular meeting minutes
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will hear a presentation on the Riverfront Renewal project, discuss staff updates on the skateboard park and playground design options, and consider approval of the August 26, 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comment.
- Riverfront Renewal presentation by Shawn Sanders
- Discussion of playground design options (materials in packet)
- Staff update on skateboard park (no packet materials)
- Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
- Open forum for public comments
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission will review design requests for two residential properties. The meeting also includes a presentation on Riverfront Renewal and a discussion regarding the 2024 Heritage Preservation Awards.
- Riverfront Renewal Presentation by City Administrator Joe Kohlmann
- Case No. CD 2024-035: Design Review for new single-family home at 1904 5th Street North
- Case No. CD 2024-047: Amendment to design approval for exterior remodel at 113 Pine Street East
- Discussion of 2024 Heritage Preservation Awards
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will consider adopting the 2025 preliminary budget and tax levy, hold public hearings on charter amendments, and approve routine items including a fire department vehicle purchase and encroachment agreements.
- 2025 Preliminary Budget and tax levy adoption
- Charter Amendment for Sections 4.03 and 5.12 public hearing
- Fire Department Vehicle Purchase
- Encroachment Agreement for 823 Anderson St.
- TH 95 Monument Concrete and Electrical Work Agreement
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a workshop to review the 2025 proposed budget and the 2024 Strategic Visioning Report. The regular meeting includes several project contracts and a variance appeal for a property on Pioneer Place.
- 2025 Proposed Budget discussion
- Variance appeal for 3393 Pioneer Place
- Sale of General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 2024A
- 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project cost declaration and hearing call
- St. Croix Valley Rec Center Roof Replacement Project contract agreement
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three variance requests: a proposed back deck at 403 Northland Terrace, a garage at 621 Hickory Street West, and a front deck at 916 Maple Street West. The commission will also discuss a zoning code and subdivision code amendment, though no packet materials are available for that item. A consent agenda item includes findings to support denial of a variance for a pool at 3393 Pioneer Place.
- Consent agenda: Findings to support denial of variance to maximum lot coverage for pool at 3393 Pioneer Pl (Case CD2024-032)
- Public hearing: Variance to maximum lot coverage for proposed back deck at 403 Northland Terrace (Case CD2024-037)
- Public hearing: Variance to front yard setback for proposed garage at 621 Hickory Street West (Case CD2024-041)
- Public hearing: Variance to front yard setback for proposed front deck at 916 Maple Street West (Case CD2024-042)
- Discussion: Zoning Code and Subdivision Code Amendment (no packet materials)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve minutes from June 24, 2024, and discuss the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting will also include a park tour of Bridgeview Park, Lot 15, and Sunrise Park after adjournment.
- Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan
- Park tour of Bridgeview Park, Lot 15, and Sunrise Park
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, review design projects for downtown and retaining walls, and discuss the 2024-2025 work plan. The meeting will also include updates on the Bergstein Shoddy Mill rehabilitation and the 2024 Heritage Preservation Awards.
- Approval of July 17, 2024 minutes
- Design approval for play equipment at 215 4th Street North
- Design review for retaining wall replacement at Cherry and 3rd
- Utility box graphic design sign approval
- Discussion of 2024-2025 Heritage Preservation Commission Work Plan
City Council Budget Workshop
The Stillwater City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed 2025 budget and a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items, including payments for the Chestnut Plaza project and the City Hall HVAC project, as well as a liquor license for River Siren Brewery.
- 2025 Proposed Budget Workshop
- Chestnut Plaza Project Final Payment
- City Hall HVAC Project Change Order
- Manitou Fund Arts and Cultural Center Zoning Text Amendment
- Charter Amendment for Sections 4.03 and 5.12
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting Changed DUE to Night to Unite
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a downtown solid waste study, library updates, and zoning code changes. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with several project agreements and license approvals.
- 2024 Street Improvement Project easement acquisitions along Greeley Street
- 2025 Street Improvement Project Order Feasibility Study
- Manitou Fund Arts and Cultural Center Zoning Text Amendment (1st Reading)
- Lowell Park Pavilion Rehabilitation Project Agreement
- Short Term Home Rental License Amendment for 209 Main St S
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear a variance request for a pool at 3393 Pioneer Pl, and consider a zoning text amendment for a cultural event center at 601 Main Street North.
- Approval of June 26, 2024 regular meeting minutes
- Variance request for a pool at 3393 Pioneer Pl
- Zoning text amendment for a cultural event center at 601 Main Street North
- Discussion on Planning Commission Work Plan
- Review of proposed Zoning Code and Subdivision Code Amendment
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review application for a garage and front porch remodel at 817 1st Street South (Case CD2024-036). The commission will also recognize the Police and Public Works departments for graffiti removal. Other items include a design review for a new dwelling adjacent to 1904 5th Street North, a zoning code update, and a work plan vision statement in a workshop session.
- Design review (CD2024-036) for garage and front porch remodel at 817 1st Street South
- Recognition of Stillwater Police and Public Works for downtown graffiti removal
- Design review (CD2024-035) for new dwelling in Neighborhood Conservation District adjacent to 1904 5th Street North
- Comprehensive Zoning Code and Subdivision Code update (informational)
- Heritage Preservation Commission Work Plan update – vision statement (workshop)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will review consent agenda items including street improvement easements, sidewalk cleaning agreements, and a public safety cadet program. The meeting also includes public hearings on easement vacations and new business regarding structural repairs and potential city charter amendments.
- 2024 Street Improvement Project Easement Acquisitions along Greeley Street
- Downtown Special Service District Sidewalk Cleaning Agreement
- Public Safety Cadet Program Memorandum of Agreement
- Proposed Easement Vacation at 201 and 211 Olive St W
- Second Amendment to Repair Structures at 1309 3rd St S
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The City Council will review a zoning code update and an election ballot question during the workshop. The regular meeting includes several consent agenda items regarding infrastructure, licensing, and city projects.
- Zoning Code Update
- Election Ballot Question - Resolution 430
- Youth Service Bureau Budget Request presentation
- Alcohol Training Ordinance first reading
- Downtown Lighting Project bid award and agreement
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance for a deck at 3311 Millbrook Cir and consider findings of fact for denial of a variance for a pool at 3085 Lowell Ct. The commission will also discuss a proposed zoning code and subdivision code amendment regarding allowable uses and district standards. A workshop to develop the commission's work plan follows the regular meeting.
- Public hearing: Variance to maximum lot coverage for proposed deck at 3311 Millbrook Cir (CD2024-029).
- Consent agenda: Findings of fact for denial of variance for proposed pool at 3085 Lowell Ct (CD2024-020).
- New business: Zoning Code and Subdivision Code Amendment – allowable uses and district standards.
- Approval of May 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes.
- Workshop: Planning Commission work plan development.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will review a memo regarding reservation hours for Northland Park's pickleball group and discuss the location of a new skateboard park. The meeting also includes staff updates on flood conditions and the Lumberjack Days festival.
- Review Northland Park pickleball group reservation hours
- Discuss skateboard park location
- Receive staff updates on flood conditions
- Receive staff updates on Lumberjack Days festival
- Review May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a bond issuance and joint powers agreement with the City of Oakdale for a multifamily housing project. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure projects, event contracts, and short-term rental licenses.
- Public hearing for METIS Investment LLC bond request for multifamily housing
- Easement acquisitions for 2024 Street Improvement Project along Greeley Street
- Feasibility study for Myrtle Street Reconstruction Project
- Short-term home rental licenses for 1104 Meadowlark Dr, 1105 and 1107 Martha Street N
- Washington County Emergency Housing Services Building resolutions and ordinance 2nd reading
Heritage Preservation Commission - Changed due to State Holiday
The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to review design proposals for a new dwelling, window and siding replacements, and a graphic design sign. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting.
- Case No. CD 2024-023: Design Review for New Dwelling at 950 Owens St N
- Case No. CD 2024-026: Design Review for Siding and Window Replacement at 919 Myrle St W
- Case No. CD 2024-022: Design Review for Graphic Design Sign at Union Alley (Phase 2) – Main Street Stairs Stormwater Pipe
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will hold a workshop to discuss joining the Statewide Volunteer Firefighter Plan, a local option sales tax resolution, and a zoning code update. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with numerous routine items such as bid awards, contracts, and resolutions, and a proclamation for the Stillwater Girls Synchronized Swimming Team. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Request to Join Statewide Volunteer Firefighter (SVF) Plan - Resolution
- Local Option Sales Tax - Resolution
- Zoning Code Update
- Washington County Emergency Housing Services Building - Ordinance/Zoning Map Amendment First Reading
- Myrtle Street Reconstruction Project (Project 2024-05)
Stillwater Planning Commission Workshop & Regular Meeting
The Stillwater Planning Commission will hold a workshop at 5:30 PM followed by a regular meeting at 7:00 PM. Major items include a public hearing for a Washington County Emergency Housing Services Building requiring multiple land-use approvals, and several variance requests for decks, a pool, and accessibility. The commission will also discuss a work plan for zoning and subdivision code amendments.
- Public hearing for Washington County Emergency Housing Services Building (CD2024-004) – zoning amendment, PUD amendment, conditional use permit, and site plan review
- Interim use permit renewal for Gloria's to Go mobile food unit at 127 Main St S (CD2024-021)
- Conditional use permit for indoor commercial recreation (fitness center) at Historic Armory Building, 107 Chestnut St E (CD2024-016)
- Variance to maximum lot coverage for proposed deck at 3060 White Pine Way (CD2024-017)
- Zoning Code and Subdivision Code Amendment Work Plan discussion
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items including bill payments, a Fourth of July celebration, and several construction agreements. The council will also award a contract for downtown lighting improvements and approve an agreement for the Lumberjack Days 2024 event.
- Payment of bills
- 4th of July Celebration Event
- Downtown Lighting Improvement Equipment Supply Bid Award
- Lumberjack Days 2024 Event Agreement
- Maryknoll Lift Station Improvement Project Temporary Construction Easement
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to appoint a chair and vice chair and discuss the replacement of playgrounds at Heritage Park and Sunrise Park, as well as a temporary skateboard park location.
- Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Playground Replacement at Heritage Park & Sunrise Park
- Discussion of Skateboard Park Location
- Staff and Commission Member Updates
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to review design permits for exterior improvements, signage, and new construction in various districts. The agenda includes the appointment of officers and the approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Approval of April 17, 2024 minutes
- Design Review for 522 4th St S vestibule addition
- Design Review for 919 Myrle St W siding and windows
- Design Review for 124 Main St S storefront improvements
- Design Review for Union Alley Phase 2 graphic design signs
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss zoning code amendments and staff reports, followed by a consent agenda of routine items including the award of a sidewalk rehabilitation project contract and a resolution for water treatment community project funding.
- Award of 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project bid
- Resolution for Water Treatment Community Project Funding
- Amend Land-Use License for Brown's Creek Restoration Project
- Comprehensive Zoning Code Amendment discussion
- PFA Treatment Mitigation Discussion - TKDA
Stillwater Planning Commission Workshop & Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop on work plan development and a regular meeting. The body will consider a conditional use permit amendment and a plat review, alongside a work plan for zoning and subdivision code amendments.
- Case No. CD 2024-014: Conditional Use Permit Amendment for outdoor saunas at 232 Main St N (Hotel Crosby/Excelsior Sauna)
- Case No. CD2024-012: Plat Review for 1904 5th Street North
- Zoning Code and Subdivision Code Amendment Work Plan, Framework, and Zoning Map/District Direction
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Stillwater Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and hear an urban forestry presentation from staff. Discussion items include updates on events, the Old Athletic Field, City Park bathrooms, and a Northland Skatepark meeting. No major decisions or votes on new policies are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational.
- Approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes
- Urban Forestry & Natural Resources update presentation by Andrew Coyne
- Staff updates on events, Old Athletic Field, City Park bathrooms, and project status
- Northland Skatepark meeting update (no packet materials)
- Commission member updates (no packet materials)
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from March and consider a design review for outdoor saunas at the Crosby Hotel. The agenda also includes updates on the Union Art Alley and zoning code changes.
- Approval of March 20, 2024 minutes
- Case No. CD 2024-014: Outdoor Saunas at 232 Main St N
- Union Art Alley Phase II update
- Comprehensive Zoning Code update
- May is National Preservation Month
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will consider awarding contracts for the 2024 Parking Lot and Trail Improvement Project, the 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project, and the 2024 Street Project. The meeting also includes staff reports and the approval of bills.
- Award bid for 2024 Parking Lot and Trail Improvement Project
- Award bid for 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project
- Award bid for 2024 Street Project
- Award bid for Municipal Parking Ramp Restoration Project
- Conditional Use Permit for 14100 60th St N
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss fire department costs, social work programs, and housing bills. The regular session includes a consent agenda for routine items like bills, contracts, and liquor permits, and a public hearing on sidewalk rehabilitation.
- Approval of bills and March 2024 minutes
- Contracts for City Hall clock tower roof and park irrigation
- Public hearing on 2024 Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project
- Ordinances for Fire Protection Permits and Sanitary Sewer Connections
- Event fee waivers for Dance Here and Valley Eco Fair
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Stillwater Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a conditional use permit for a car wash (Mister Car Wash) at 14100 60th St N, a conditional use permit for a CBD retail establishment at 1507 Frontage Rd W, and an interim use permit for a mobile food unit (The Good Egg) at 225 Main St N. The commission will also discuss its work plan and receive an update on missing middle housing legislation. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.
- Case CD 2024-05: Conditional Use Permit for car wash (Mister Car Wash) at 14100 60th St N
- Case CD 2024-008: Conditional Use Permit for CBD retail establishment at 1507 Frontage Rd W (KMH Retail, Inc.)
- Case CD 2024-10: Interim Use Permit for mobile food unit (The Good Egg) at 225 Main St N (River Siren Brewing)
- Discussion of Commission Work Plan
- Update on Missing Middle Housing Bill
Heritage Preservation Commission
The Heritage Preservation Commission is meeting to review design proposals for two properties on Main Street. The body will also receive updates on the Bergstein Shoddy Mill reuse and the Sunken Garden.
- Case No. CD 2024-10: Design Review for Mobile Food Unit (The Good Egg) at 225 Main St N
- Case No. CD 2024-01: Design Review for Masonry Repair at 324 Main St S (Grand Garage)
- Update on Bergstein Shoddy Mill Reuse
- Discussion on Minnesota Legislature Missing Middle Housing Bill design regulation impacts
- Sunken Garden Update
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will hold a workshop at 4:30 PM followed by their regular meeting. They will vote on a consent agenda containing numerous routine items such as contracts, agreements, and resolutions. Under new business, the council will consider the first reading of ordinances regarding sanitary sewer connections and fire protection permits, as well as a chicken permit at 2002 Fairmeadows Road. No public hearings are scheduled.
- First reading of ordinances for sanitary sewer connections and fire protection permits
- Chicken permit at 2002 Fairmeadows Road (moved to new business)
- Tower Drive Water Tower Painting Project bid award and agreement
- Drainage and Utility Easement Agreement at 101 Hazel St E
- Sunken Garden Rehabilitation Project agreements
City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting Changed DUE to PNP Election
The Stillwater City Council will consider a new city code and an updated fee schedule during a regular meeting. The agenda includes consent items for park projects, including a fence project at Lily Lake Park and a pickleball court at Northland Park.
- Adoption of New City Code - Ordinance 2nd Reading
- 2024 Fee Schedule Amendment - Ordinance 2nd Reading
- Fence Project Agreement for Lily Lake Park and Staples Park
- Pickleball Court Project Agreement for Northland Park
- Shade Tree Program Grant Agreement
Stillwater Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a CBD retail establishment at 1300 Frontage Rd W, with a motion to continue the hearing to March 27, 2024. Discussions include updates to the recodification project, comprehensive zoning code amendment, and review of the natural resources chapter and steep slope ordinance. A staff update on the Residential Economic Stability Initiative is also scheduled.
- Conditional use permit for CBD retail at 1300 Frontage Rd W (Case CD 2024-008) with motion to continue to March 27, 2024
- Recodification project update
- Comprehensive zoning code amendment update
- Review of Natural Resources Chapter of Comprehensive Plan and Steep Slope Ordinance purpose
- Residential Economic Stability Initiative update
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Stillwater Parks & Recreation Commission will review meeting minutes from January 22, 2024, and discuss future trail gap connections and 2024 park and trail projects. The meeting will also include staff and member updates.
- Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Future Trails gap connection findings
- Review of 2024 Park and Trail Projects
- Staff and Commission member updates
Heritage Preservation Commission Workshop
The Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to discuss staff support, a citywide recodification update, and the 2024 Comprehensive Zoning Code. The meeting will also cover design guidelines, mural guidelines, and local designation programs.
- Staff support and recodification update discussion
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Review
- Food Trucks/Mobile Food Units discussion
- 2024 Comprehensive Zoning Code Update
- Mural Guidelines discussion
City Council Regular Meeting
The Stillwater City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items including street project plans, service agreements, and board appointments. The council will also hold first readings on a new city code and a 2024 fee schedule amendment.
- 2024 Street Project Approve Plans and Specs
- 2024 Street Project Saw Cutting Agreement
- Aiple Lift Station Engineering Services Agreement
- City Garage Fence and Gate Project Agreement
- Possible Adoption of New City Code