Hugo public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting-December 15, 2025
The Hugo City Council will hold a public hearing on the Bald Eagle Industrial Park 2026 Street Improvement Project and consider a consent agenda that includes a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, plat, site plan, and conditional use permit for a Kwik Trip at TH61 and 159th Street. Other consent items include the 2026 fee schedule, salary levels, various license renewals, and a commercial building site plan at 13845 Forest Boulevard North.
- Public hearing: Bald Eagle Industrial Park 2026 Street Improvement Project
- Kwik Trip development approvals at TH61 and 159th Street (comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, preliminary/final plat, site plan, conditional use permit)
- Ordinance establishing 2026 fee schedule
- Resolution setting 2026 salary and reimbursement levels
- Site plan for KLG, LLC commercial building at 13845 Forest Boulevard North
Planning Commission-December 11, 2025
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Kwik Trip, Inc.'s request for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Zoning Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Plat, and Site Plan for a gas station and convenience store with attached carwash near 159th Street North and Forest Boulevard North. Additionally, the commission will consider site plan approval for a 9,088-square-foot commercial building at 13845 Forest Boulevard North to be known as 'The Dance Unit.' The meeting also includes scheduling the 2026 goal-setting session for January 8, 2026.
- Public hearing for Kwik Trip gas station and convenience store with carwash on property north of 159th Street North and east of Forest Boulevard North
- Site plan approval request for a 9,088 sq ft commercial building at 13845 Forest Boulevard North called 'The Dance Unit' by KLG Holding, LLC
- Scheduling of 2026 Goal Setting session for January 8, 2026
City Council Meeting-December 1, 2025
The Hugo City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 City Budget and Tax Levy. The consent agenda includes approving claims, hiring two probationary firefighters, accepting a donation from the American Legion, and a cooperative agreement for the Minnesota Technology Corridor. The meeting also features swearing-in ceremonies for a new police lieutenant and a firefighter.
- Public hearing: 2026 City Budget and Tax Levy
- Swearing in of Bob Bieniek as Police Lieutenant
- Swearing in of Tony DeLaRosa as Regular Firefighter
- Approve hiring of Micah Courneya and Ashley Del Pino as probationary firefighters
- Approve cooperative agreement for Minnesota Technology Corridor
City Council Meeting-November 17, 2025
The Hugo City Council will consider approving a feasibility study and setting a public hearing for the 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement Project. They will also vote on a resolution appealing a Metropolitan Council System Statement. Consent agenda items include approval of claims, snowmobile trail applications for two clubs, and a resolution supporting Lino Lakes' grant application.
- Approve resolutions for feasibility study and set public hearing for 2026 Bald Eagle Industrial Park Area Street Improvement Project
- Approve resolution appealing Metropolitan Council System Statement
- Approve snowmobile trail applications for Hugo Snowmobile Club and Rice Creek Trail Association
- Approve resolution supporting City of Lino Lakes grant application for Local Road Improvement Program funds
- Approve claims roster
City Council Meeting-November 3, 2025
The Hugo City Council will meet to approve a claims roster, performance reviews for city workers, and resolutions for minor subdivisions and property line adjustments. The meeting also includes administrative presentations regarding upcoming holiday events.
- Approve claims roster
- Approve performance reviews for Public Works Worker Kraig Pettee and Fire Chief Jim Compton, Jr.
- Approve donation from Hugo American Legion to Hugo Fire Department
- Approve reduction in letter of credit for The Shores of Oneka 5th Addition
- Approve Resolution Approving Minor Subdivision for Heidi Harvieux property on Jody Avenue North
Planning Commission-October 23, 2025
The Hugo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision request by Heidi Harvieux for a 30-acre property on Jody Avenue North. The meeting also includes the oath of office for new commissioner Jordan Fahey and approval of September 25, 2025, minutes.
- Public hearing: Minor Subdivision – Heidi Harvieux, 30-acre property on Jody Avenue North
City Council Meeting-October 6, 2025
The council will hold a public hearing on assessments for the Beaver Ponds Street Improvement Project and discuss a possible policy deviation for the 2026 Street Improvement Project. The consent agenda includes approval of a solar farm site plan and interim use permit, a vacant land purchase, and several street crossing agreements.
- Public hearing for Beaver Ponds Street Improvement Project assessments
- Discussion on assessment policy deviation for the 2026 Street Improvement Project
- Approve resolution for solar farm site plan and interim use permit at 7776 157th Street North
- Approve purchase agreement for vacant parcel on 145th Street North
- Approve amendment to T-Mobile lease for communication equipment on Water Tower #3
Planning Commission-September 25, 2025
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site plan and interim use permit request from Cedar Creek Energy for a solar farm (Oriana CSG 2020-12) at 7776 157th Street North. The meeting also includes roll call, pledge, approval of July 10, 2025 minutes, and new/old business. No other substantive items are listed.
- Public hearing: Cedar Creek Energy – Oriana CSG 2020-12, site plan and interim use permit for a solar farm at 7776 157th Street North
- Approval of minutes from July 10, 2025
City Council Meeting-September 15, 2025
The Hugo City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approving the preliminary tax levy for 2026 and a public hearing on assessments for the 2025 Street Improvement Project covering Duck Pass, Palmes Long Lake Estates, and Ingersoll Avenue North. Other consent items include approving claims, performance reviews, fire department equipment purchases, and a special event permit. No new or unfinished business is scheduled.
- Approve Resolution Approving Preliminary Tax Levy for 2026
- Public hearing for 2025 Street Improvement Project assessments on Duck Pass, Palmes Long Lake Estates, and Ingersoll Avenue North
- Approve purchase of complete replacement SCBA fill station for Hugo Fire Department
- Approve Pay Request No. 2 to Northwest Asphalt for Beaver Ponds and 2025 street improvements
- Approve naming of Prairie Park in Oneka Prairie Development
City Council Meeting-August 18, 2025
The Hugo City Council will discuss and vote on the TH61 Visioning Study and a memorandum of understanding, declare costs to be assessed for two street improvement projects, and consider a consent agenda that includes truck replacements, performance reviews, and development extensions. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The meeting will also include administrative reminders about a budget workshop and a canceled meeting.
- Update on TH61 Visioning Study and approval of MOU
- Declare cost to be assessed and set public hearing for 2025 Beaver Ponds Area Street Improvement Project
- Declare cost to be assessed and set public hearing for 2025 Street Improvement Project (Duck Pass, Palmes Long Lake Estates, Ingersoll Avenue)
- Approve replacement of three city trucks (2015 Ford F250 108-15, 109-15; 2012 MAC plow 204-14)
- Approve extension of Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Site Plan, Conditional Use Permits, Variance, and Minor Subdivision for Hugo Estates
City Council Meeting- July 21, 2025
The Hugo City Council meeting on July 21, 2025, consists mostly of consent agenda items and one new business item. No public hearings or unfinished business are scheduled. The council will vote on an ordinance amending the fence ordinance, approve a minor subdivision at 8991 130th Street North, appoint Jordan Fahey to the Planning Commission, and discuss a revised remote attendance policy. An open house for the 165th Street AUAR is scheduled for July 30.
- Approve ordinance amending the fence ordinance
- Approve minor subdivision for Barton Guthrie – 8991 130th Street North
- Appoint Jordan Fahey to the Planning Commission
- Approve Jeff Maas as Public Works Utility Lead Worker
- Discussion and approval of revised remote attendance policy
Planning Commission-July 10, 2025
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed ordinance amendment regarding fences and on a minor subdivision at 8991 130th Street North. They will also discuss upcoming events: a 165th Street Study Open House on July 30 and a Citywide Bus Tour on October 4. The meeting includes approval of minutes from March 27, 2025, and other routine items.
- Public hearing: Ordinance amendment – Fences
- Public hearing: Minor subdivision by Barton Guthrie at 8991 130th Street North
- Discussion: 165th Street Study Open House scheduled for July 30
- Discussion: Citywide Bus Tour scheduled for October 4
- Approval of March 27, 2025, meeting minutes
City Council Meeting-July 7, 2025
The Hugo City Council will hold a public hearing on the issuance of Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds for Legacy Christian Academy. The council will also discuss a Highway 61 construction update and consider a consent agenda with personnel actions, firefighter pension requests, and encroachment agreements. Additionally, the council will schedule upcoming events including Night to Unite and a midyear budget workshop.
- Public hearing on Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds for Legacy Christian Academy
- Approve hiring of Mason Libke as Building Inspector and Mike Perron as Public Works Worker
- Approve Hugo Firefighter's Relief Association requests for lump-sum pension increase, interest rate ratification, and bylaw revisions
- Approve encroachment agreements for 4801 142nd Street North, 15539 Goodview Trail North, and 6209 157th Street North
- Unfinished business: Highway 61 construction update
City Council Meeting-June 2, 2025
The city council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple approvals: performance reviews, a seasonal hire, a donation to the fire department, special event permits and temporary liquor licenses for Tough Mudder and a food shelf fundraiser, six encroachment agreements (e.g., 6230 157th Street North), amendments to the fence ordinance, and closure of the COVID relief fund. No public hearings or new business items are scheduled. Administrative presentations will note community events like a storytime and concert at Lions Volunteer Park.
- Approve special event permit for Tough Mudder on June 28-29, 2025
- Approve temporary liquor license for Tough Mudder on June 28-29, 2025
- Approve encroachment agreements for six properties including 6230 157th Street North, 4670 Empress Way North, and others
- Approve annual performance reviews for three Public Works employees (Steven Garcia, Riley Hollerback, Tom Smith)
- Approve resolution to close the Coronavirus Relief Fund and transfer investment income
City Council Meeting-May 5, 2025
The Hugo City Council will consider a consent agenda including an ordinance to repeal the solar moratorium, accept resignations, approve performance reviews, and set a public hearing for Legacy Christian Academy conduit financing. A presentation on Good Neighbor Days is also scheduled.
- Ordinance repealing solar moratorium
- Resolution setting public hearing for Legacy Christian Academy conduit financing
- Approval of temporary liquor license for Lions Club at Good Neighbor Days
- Acceptance of donations to Hugo Fire Department from American Legion and in memory of Harley Ogata
- Special event permit for New Life Church spring and fall services
City Council Meeting-April 21, 2025
The council will consider consent agenda items including claims, seasonal hiring, event permits, and a dust control project. Unfinished business includes approving playground equipment for Oneka Lake Park. New business involves discussing the 165th Street AUAR study and authorizing a grant application for it. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Approve purchase of playground equipment for Oneka Lake Park
- Discussion and resolution for 165th Street AUAR study and grant application
- Approve special event permit for Blacksmith Lounge 2025 events
- Approve off-site gambling permit for Merrick, Inc. for Good Neighbor Days Bingo
- Approve letter of support for Comcast’s BEAD grant application
City Council Meeting-April 7, 2025
The Hugo City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Beaver Ponds and 2025 Street Improvement Projects. The consent agenda includes amendments to the solar and parking ordinances, approval of a final plat for Shores of Oneka 5th Addition, and several property-specific resolutions. The council will also receive the Washington County Sheriff's annual report and introduce a new deputy. Administrative items include scheduling conference attendance and discussing vacancies on two watershed districts.
- Approve resolution receiving bids and awarding contract for Beaver Ponds and 2025 Street Improvement Projects
- Approve ordinance amending the Solar Ordinance
- Approve ordinance amending the Parking Ordinance
- Approve Shores of Oneka 5th Addition Final Plat and Development Agreement
- Approve resolution approving variance for 4938 121st Street North
Planning Commission-March 27, 2025
The Hugo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the on-street parking ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Amendment – On-Street Parking
- Approval of minutes from March 13, 2025
City Council Meeting-March 17, 2025
The Hugo City Council will receive annual reports from the Hugo Fire Department, M Health Fairview, and the Yellow Ribbon Network, and consider a consent agenda including a cooperative construction agreement for Highway 61 with MNDOT and Washington County, a special event permit for the Hero Gravel Classic bike race, and purchases for the fire and public works departments. A sketch plan for a property at 5311 165th Street North is also on the agenda.
- Cooperative construction agreement for TH61 through the Local Partnership Program with MNDOT and Washington County
- Sketch plan review for 5311 165th Street North
- Approval of special event permit for Hero Gravel Classic bike ride on August 23, 2025
- Purchase of a Taylor’d Series 12 training prop for the Hugo Fire Department
- Purchase of a 2025 Ferris zero turn mower for the Public Works Department
Planning Commission-March 13, 2025
The Hugo Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on an ordinance amendment concerning solar farms. Other agenda items include roll call, approval of minutes from February 27, 2025, and routine old/new business.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Amendment – Solar Farms
City Council Meeting-March 3, 2025 (Tech difficulties)
The Hugo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes adopting new water and sewer service rates for 2025, approving a feasibility study for the 2026 street reconstruction project, and discussing the Oneka Lake Park reconstruction plan. Other items include updates to the 2025 fee schedule, a park maintenance agreement, and agreements for affordable housing aid and youth services. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Approve resolution adopting 2025 water and sanitary sewer rates
- Authorize feasibility study for 2026 street reconstruction project
- Discuss Oneka Lake Park reconstruction plan
- Approve agreement with Washington County for local affordable housing aid fund administration
- Approve updates to 2025 fee schedule for Minnesota price transparency law
Planning Commission-February 27, 2025
The Hugo Planning Commission will consider a sketch plan for a 90-lot single-family residential subdivision and hold a public hearing, along with approving prior meeting minutes and administering the oath of office for a new member.
- Capstone Homes, Inc. – Sketch Plan for 90 Single-Family Residential Lots at 5311 165th Street North
- Public hearing (no specific item listed in agenda)
- Oath of Office for Phil Klein
- Approval of minutes from December 12, 2024
City Council Meeting-February 3, 2025
The Hugo City Council will consider approving plans and authorizing bids for the Beaver Ponds and 2025 Street Improvement Projects, discuss a proposed solar ordinance, and vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of 2025 council focus goals, several permits, donations, and personnel actions. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Approve plans and authorize advertisement for the Beaver Ponds Street Improvement Project
- Approve plans and authorize advertisement for bids for the 2025 Street Improvement Project
- Discussion and update on solar ordinance
- Approve 2025 City Council Focus Goals and Ongoing Priorities
- Discussion on petition for stop signs at 125th Street and Northern Pines Subdivision
City Council Meeting-January 6, 2025
The Hugo City Council will meet to approve a 31-item consent agenda that includes appointments, contracts, and two ordinances (cannabis and animal impound). The council will also hear a presentation from Northeast Youth & Family Services. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.
- Approve contract with Northeast Youth and Family Services for 2025
- Approve animal control service contracts with Companion Animal Control
- Approve ordinance amending Chapter 10 (animal impound from ten to five days)
- Approve ordinance on cannabis and amending fee schedule
- Release of letter of credit for Adelaide Landing 5th and 6th Addition