Hugo, MN

City Council Meeting-August 17, 2026

The Hugo City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, claims, and several consent agenda items. Key actions include a public hearing on a liquor license for Sal's Grill, a pay request for the Bald Eagle Industrial Park street project, and resolutions for a feasibility study and a grant application. The meeting also includes administrative reminders about a budget workshop and a canceled meeting.

• Public hearing on on-sale and Sunday liquor license for Katie Sells for Sal's Grill
• Approve Pay Request No. 2 to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Street Improvement Project
• Approve resolution for amended feasibility study for 2027 Fable Hills Street Improvement Project
• Approve resolution to apply for Washington County CDA Predevelopment Finance Fund grant for Elmcrest Avenue Corridor Study
• Approve hiring of seasonal public works employee Bob Donahue

City Council Meeting-August 3, 2026

The Hugo City Council will consider a consent agenda including annual performance reviews for four public works staff, appointments to planning, EDA, and parks commissions, a variance for a building setback at 12686 Ingersoll Avenue North, and licenses for Kwik Trip #1992. Under unfinished business, the council will vote on a resolution creating a bridge replacement priority list. New business includes approving the 2027-2031 Streets Capital Improvement Plan and authorizing a feasibility study for the 2027 Fable Hill Street Improvement Project.

• Approve resolution creating a Bridge Replacement Priority List
• Approve 2027-2031 Streets Capital Improvement Plan
• Authorize feasibility study for 2027 Fable Hill Street Improvement Project
• Approve variance for building setback from Sunset Lake at 12686 Ingersoll Avenue North
• Approve replacement of Pickup 106-13 with 2027 Ford F-250 and plow

City Council Meeting-August 3, 2026

The Hugo City Council will meet on August 3, 2026, to vote on routine claims, personnel actions, and capital purchases. Key decisions include approving the 2027–2031 Streets Capital Improvement Plan, replacing a city pickup truck, and authorizing a feasibility study for Fable Hill Street improvements.

• Approve 2027–2031 Streets Capital Improvement Plan
• Approve replacement of Pickup 106-13 with 2027 Ford F-250 and plow ($100,000 estimated)
• Approve 3.2% off-sale and tobacco license for Kwik Trip #1992 at 5950 159th Street North
• Approve Retail Registration for Low Potency Hemp Edibles for Kwik Trip #1992 at 5950 159th Street North
• Approve Resolution Creating a Bridge Replacement Priority List

City Council Meeting-July 20, 2026

The Hugo City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including a $30,000 donation from the Firefighter’s Relief Association, a $1,000 donation from the Thomas Lowenberg Family, a payment request to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for the Bald Eagle Industrial Park street‑improvement project, and a resolution adopting the 165th Street Corridor Alternative Urban Areawide Review. New business includes a discussion on an honorary name for Farnham Avenue south of 130th Street. An executive session will address pending litigation, followed by a post‑session resolution on the system statement appeal.

• Approve Resolution adopting the 165th Street Corridor Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR)
• Approve Payment Request No. 1 to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for the 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement Project
• Approve $30,000 donation from the Hugo Firefighter’s Relief Association
• Approve $1,000 donation to the Fire Department from the Thomas Lowenberg Family
• Approve reduction in Letter of Credit for Watercrest of Hugo 2nd Addition

City Council Meeting-July 20, 2026 Post Executive Session

City Council Meeting-July 20, 2026

The Hugo City Council will meet to discuss several administrative approvals, including fire department donations and event permits. The body is deciding on a corridor review and payment for industrial park street improvements.

• Resolution adopting the 165th Street Corridor Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR)
• Payment Request No. 1 to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for the 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement Project
• $30,000 donation from the Hugo Firefighter’s Relief Association
• $1,000 donation to the Fire Department from the Thomas Lowenberg Family
• Discussion on honorary name for Farnham Avenue (South of 130th Street)

City Council Meeting-July 6, 2026

The City Council will discuss repealing and replacing the zoning and land use chapter of the city code. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases and development approvals.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 90, Zoning and Land Use
• Preliminary Plat and PUD for Oneka Lake Reserve
• Purchase of 2027 Vactor Sewer Cleaning Truck
• Purchase of playground equipment for Frog Hollow Park
• Special Event Permit for Hero Gravel Classic Bicycle Race on August 22, 2026

City Council Meeting-July 6, 2026

The Hugo City Council will consider an ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 90 (Zoning and Land Use). The consent agenda includes approval of a preliminary plat and PUD for Oneka Lake Reserve, a special event permit for the Hero Gravel Classic bicycle race, and purchases of a sewer cleaning truck and playground equipment for Frog Hollow Park. Several routine items such as claims, performance reviews, and the appointment of election judges are also scheduled.

• Ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 90, Zoning and Land Use
• Preliminary plat and PUD approval for Oneka Lake Reserve
• Purchase of a 2027 Vactor Sewer Cleaning Truck
• Purchase of playground equipment for Frog Hollow Park
• Special event permit for Hero Gravel Classic bicycle race on August 22, 2026

Planning Commission-June 25, 2026 TECH DIFFICULTY NO SOUND

City Council Meeting-June 15, 2026

The Hugo City Council will meet primarily to approve a consent agenda. Items include a joint powers agreement with Lino Lakes for the Elmcrest Avenue Improvement Project, several permits, and routine approvals. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Joint Powers Agreement with Lino Lakes for Elmcrest Avenue Improvement Project
• Approve Kimberly Johnson as Associate Member on the Historical Commission
• Approve Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit for Ducks Unlimited event on September 20, 2026
• Approve Special Event Permit for Verizon Wireless backpack giveaway on July 26, 2026
• Approve proposal from Spheros Environmental for Part 1 of the Wellhead Protection Plan

City Council Meeting-June 1, 2026

The Hugo City Council will meet on June 1, 2026, for a regular meeting. Key items include a public hearing on renewing an interim use permit for 17627 Henna Avenue North, and consent agenda items approving special event permits for the North Star Gay Rodeo and Tough Mudder, as well as a donation to the fire department. The council will also receive the Hugo Yellow Ribbon Network annual report.

• Public hearing on renewal of interim use permit for 17627 Henna Avenue North
• Approve special event permit for North Star Gay Rodeo on July 25-26, 2026
• Approve temporary liquor license for North Star Gay Rodeo on July 25-26, 2026
• Approve special event permit for Tough Mudder on June 27, 2026
• Approve donation to Hugo Fire Department from Hugo American Legion

City Council Meeting-May 18, 2026

The Hugo City Council will consider approving the purchase of a brush/rescue combination truck as part of the equipment capital improvement plan. The consent agenda includes approval of a gravel contract, an amended state building code agreement with Scandia, a special event permit for Blacksmith Lounge, and a temporary liquor license for the Hugo Lions Club. Presentations include the Washington County Sheriff's annual report and introductions of new deputies.

• Discussion of Equipment CIP and approve purchase of brush/rescue combination truck
• Approve quote for gravel contract
• Approve amended State Building Code Agreement with Scandia
• Approve special event permit for Blacksmith Lounge for 2026 events
• Approve temporary liquor license for Hugo Lions Club for Tough Mudder on June 27, 2026

City Council Meeting-May 4, 2026

The council will hold public hearings on improvements and assessments for the 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Project, then consider awarding the contract. Consent items include a cannabis microbusiness registration, a water surface use permit for a slalom course on Sunset Lake, hiring seasonal workers, and accepting a donation to the fire department.

• Public hearings for 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Project improvements and assessments
• Resolution to award contract for Bald Eagle Industrial Park street project
• Approve cannabis microbusiness registration for Mi Sota Essence Cannabis, LLC
• Approve water surface use permit for slalom course on Sunset Lake
• Approve donation to Hugo Fire Department from Hugo American Legion

City Council Meeting-April 20, 2026

The Hugo City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a dust control project quote, ERP software selection, and two special event permits. Under unfinished business, the council will discuss design guidelines for the Veterans Memorial and approve an agreement with WSB to design the memorial. A presentation on the Hopkins Schoolhouse update is also scheduled, and the council will receive reminders about a joint workshop on zoning code revisions and an annual performance review.

• Approve agreement with WSB to design Veterans Memorial
• Approve selection of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• Approve quote for 2026 Dust Control Project
• Approve special event permit for outdoor music at 13327 Goodview Avenue North
• Approve special event permit for New Life Church outdoor services and picnic

City Council Meeting-April 6, 20236

The Hugo City Council will hold a public hearing on assessments for the 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement Project and consider related resolutions. The consent agenda includes a resolution to release the 165th Street AUAR for public comment, as well as approvals for fire department donations, seasonal worker hires, and gambling permits for community events. The council will also receive annual reports from the Fire Department and M Health Fairview.

• Public hearing on 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement Project assessments
• Resolution to authorize distribution of 165th Street AUAR for public comment
• Approve purchase of Ferris Zero Turn Mower for Public Works
• Approve donations to Hugo Fire Department from American Legion and American Online Giving Foundation
• Approve lawful gambling exempt permits for James Triumph Charity Event and Hugo Lions Club

City Council Meeting-March 16, 2026

The City Council will consider a resolution supporting the Glacial Hills Regional Trail and receive updates on the Hardwood Creek Regional Trail. Consent agenda items include approval of claims, a professional services agreement with Lakes Center for Youth & Families, a reciprocal emergency services agreement with SBM, and permits for a Chain of Lakes Rotary event. Administrative reminders cover an open house for 165th Street AUAR, a zoning code review workshop, and summer concerts.

• Update and approval of resolution supporting Glacial Hills Regional Trail
• Approve Lakes Center for Youth & Families Professional Services Agreement
• Approve Reciprocal Emergency Services Agreement with SBM
• Approve temporary liquor license for Chain of Lakes Rotary event on April 18, 2026
• Schedule joint workshop with Planning Commission for Zoning Code Review on April 23, 2026

City Council Meeting-March 2, 2026

The Hugo City Council will vote on a resolution adopting a water and sewer financial guide and establishing service rates for 2026. Unfinished business includes approving plans and authorizing bids for the Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement project, and declaring costs to be assessed with a public hearing. The consent agenda covers claims, performance reviews, donations, gambling permits, a water surface use permit, right-of-way ordinance amendments, a playground replacement RFP, equipment purchases and sales, and other routine items.

• Approve Resolution Adopting Water and Sanitary Sewer Pro Forma Financial Guide for 2026 and Establishing Service Rates
• Approve Plans and Specs and Authorize Bids for 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement
• Declare Cost to be Assessed and Set Public Hearing for 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement
• Approve Ordinances Amending the Right of Way Ordinance and Related Fees
• Approve Request for Proposals for Frog Hollow Playground Replacement

City Council Meeting-February 2, 2026

The Hugo City Council will hear presentations from Northeast Youth & Family Services and the Community Development annual report, then consider a consent agenda including contracts, permits, and goal approval. Under new business, the council will discuss the Frenchman Village Concept Plan. Administrative items include scheduling a State of the City breakfast and canceling the February 16 meeting.

• Discuss Frenchman Village Concept Plan
• Approve 2026 contract with Northeast Youth and Family Services
• Approve emergency service agreement with Lexington Fire Department
• Approve 2026 Council Focus Goals and Ongoing Priorities
• Approve temporary liquor license and special event permit for Snow Drag Races on Egg Lake

Planning Commission-January 22, 2026

The commission will hold a sketch plan review for a proposed 90-acre development by Maplewood Development, Inc., located south of Frenchman Road North and west of Forest Boulevard North. They will also discuss and set their 2026 goals. The meeting includes approval of minutes from December 11, 2025, and a public hearing segment, though no specific hearing items are listed.

• Sketch Plan Review by Maplewood Development, Inc. for 90 acres south of Frenchman Road and west of Forest Boulevard
• Discussion of 2026 Planning Commission Goals
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing section with no scheduled items

City Council Meeting-January 5, 2026

This meeting includes discussion and potential approval of a resolution ordering an Alternative Urban Areawide Review for the 165th Street area. The council will also act on a consent agenda containing annual performance reviews and appointments for city engineer, city planner, city attorney, financial advisor, and acting mayor. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Discussion and approval of resolution ordering AUAR for 165th Street
• Approve appointment of WSB as City Engineer, Landform as City Planner, Johnson & Turner as City Attorney, Baker Tilly as Financial Advisor
• Approve appointment of Mike Miron as Acting Mayor
• Approve appointments to Hugo Firefighter Relief Association and donation from Hugo American Legion
• Approve annual performance reviews for Building Inspector Scott Baller, Community Development Director Rachel Juba, Public Works Worker Neal Nelson, Accounting Clerk Jennifer Taylor, and Building Inspector Mason Libke