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Tue Jul 14, 2026
EDA
EDA adopts 2027 budget with $5,000 marketing fund and $2,500 business group support
The Lindstrom Economic Development Authority will review and adopt the proposed 2027 budget, which includes allocations for marketing, property costs, and debt service. It will consider a $2,500 service agreement with the Lindstrom Business Group and analyze rental‑readiness costs for the cable house. A verbal development update will cover a 9,000‑sq‑ft commercial project with Dollar General, a 43‑unit workforce housing project, and the Dinnerbel site redevelopment. All items are slated for discussion at the July 14 meeting.
- Service agreement providing $2,500 financial support to Lindstrom Business Group (June‑Dec 2026) with reporting amendments
- 2027 budget allocations: $5,000 for marketing, $2,500 continued business group support, $500 Historical Society support, $7,000 planning services for comprehensive plan update, property cost reductions, and $45,339 debt service for 2027
- Cable house rent analysis – staff directed to provide cost estimates for making the cable house rental‑ready
- Development update: 9,000‑sq‑ft commercial building proposed for former OJ Juice site with Dollar General as tenant
- Development update: 43‑unit workforce housing apartment building proposed on the same property and ongoing Dinnerbel site redevelopment with state grant applications
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EDA AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
7:30 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
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ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
C
ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
A
dditions:
Deletions:
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ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. T
uesday, June 9, 2026, minutes
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USINESS ITEMS:
1. 2027 EDA Budget
2. Cable House Rent Analysis
3. Development Update (Verbal Update During Meeting)
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EDA Meeting Minutes – June 9, 2026
Page 1 of 2
EDA Meeting Minutes
June 9, 2026
EDA Members Present: Chair Greg Krueger, Judy Chartrand, Dan Friedner, Keith Carlson, Carline
Bengtsson, Lisa Stangl
Members Absent: Jim Lehr
Also Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Asst. City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa
Glenna, Chisago County EDA/HRA Director Nancy Hoffman, Alex Eng
Call to Order / Pledge: Chair Krueger called the meeting to order at 7:30a.m.
Consideration of the Agenda:
Motion by Carlson, second by Chartrand, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 6-0.
Consideration of the Minutes:
Motion by Carlson, second by Stangl, to approve the May 12, 2026, minutes. Motion passed 6-0.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. Service Agreement with Lindstrom Business Group
City Administrator Dan Undem presented a proposed service agreement to provide $2,500 in financial
support to the Lindstrom Business Group for business support and outreach activities. The agreement
runs from June through December 2026 and requires the group to attend EDA meetings wh
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Fri Jul 10, 2026
City Council
City Council approves bills and agenda items for July meeting
The Lindstrom City Council will meet to approve bills, minutes, and election judge appointments. The agenda includes discussions on redevelopment grants, downtown parking, and irrigation repairs.
- Approve City Bills totaling $241,623.85
- Lindstrom Landing DEED Redevelopment Grant Application
- Partial Payment No. 2 Downtown Parking Lot/Mill overlay project
- Irrigation Repairs
- Fire Station/Municipal Liquor Store Solar Panel Project
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NO
TICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
July 16, 2026 –
7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. P
ledge of Allegiance
4. A
pprove the Agenda (Action)
5. O
pen Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. C
onsent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, June 18, 2026
c) 2026 Election Judge Appointments
d) St Bridget’s Block Party Raffle
e) Chisago Lakes Rotary Temporary Liquor License September 17, 2026
f) Planning Report
g) Fire Department Report
h) LAPD Report
i) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. R
egular Agenda (Action Items)
a) Lindstrom Landing DEED Redevelopment Grant Application – Dan Undem (under
separate cover)
b) Partial Payment No. 2 Downtown Parking Lot/Mill overlay project– Brian Bachmeier
c) Irrigation Repairs – Brian Bachmeier & Payton Hill
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8. Discussion
a) Strategic Plan Q2 Update (Provided under separate cover)
b) League of Minnesota Cities Conference Recap (verbal)
9. Staff Updates
a) July budget meeting reminder – Dan Undem
b) LAPD Building Update – Dan Undem
c) Fire
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
City Council
Lindstrom City Council to hold public hearing on 29012 Glader Blvd annexation
The City Council will consider an annexation ordinance for 29012 Glader Blvd and resolutions for a Minnesota Housing Trust Fund application. The body will also review payments for the 2025 Street Project and the Downtown Parking Lot Mill-Overlay-Striping Project.
- Public hearing for 29012 Glader Blvd Annexation Ordinance 20260618-01
- Commonwealth Developers Minnesota Housing Trust Fund Application Resolutions 20260618-01 & 20260618-02
- Partial payment for Downtown Parking Lot Mill-Overlay-Striping Project
- Partial Payment 7/Final for 2025 Street Project
- Temporary Liquor License for Chisago Lakes Rotary for Karl Oskar Days on July 10, 2026
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NOT
ICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
Jun
e 18, 2026 – 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pl
edge of Allegiance
4. Appr
ove the Agenda (Action)
5. Op
en Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. Cons
ent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, May 20, 2026
c) Work Session City Council Meeting minutes, June 3, 2026
d) Chisago Lakes Rotary Temporary Liquor License- Karl Oskar Days-Friday, July 10,
2026
e) Residential Driveway Specifications
f) Planning Report
g) Fire Department Report
h) LAPD Report
i) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. Reg
ular Agenda (Action Items)
a) Commonwealth Developers Minnesota Housing Trust Fund Application Resolutions
20260618-01 & 20260618-02– Dan Undem
b) 29012 Glader Blvd Annexation Ordinance 20260618-01 – Public Hearing – Missy
Glenna
c) Partial Payment Partial Payment No. 1 for Downtown Parking Lot Mill-Overlay-
Striping Project – Brian Bachmeier
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d) Partial Payment 7/Final for 2025 Street Project – Brian Bachmeier
e) July Work Session Date (Verbal during
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
EDA
EDA to vote on $2,500 service agreement with Lindstrom Business Group
The Economic Development Authority will consider a service agreement that pays $2,500 to the Lindstrom Business Group for outreach, marketing and business support services from June 10 to December 31, 2026. The agreement will be funded from the EDA’s contract services budget, which has $3,500 remaining. The board will also discuss the 2027 budget drivers, including the business façade loan program and a new marketing strategy.
- Approve $2,500 service agreement with Lindstrom Business Group (June 10‑Dec 31, 2026)
- Review funding request for Lindstrom Business Group events totaling $17,000
- Discuss 2027 EDA budget drivers: business façade loan, marketing, other initiatives
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EDA AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
7:30 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
C
ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
C
ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
A
dditions:
Deletions:
C
ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. T
uesday, May 12, 2026, minutes
B
USINESS ITEMS:
1. Lindstrom Business Group Service Agreement
2. 2027 Budget Driver Discussion
3. Development Update (Verbal Update During Meeting)
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EDA Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026
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EDA Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2026
EDA Members Present: Vice Chair Judy Chartrand, Dan Friedner, Keith Carlson (remote), Carline Bengtsson
(remote), Lisa Stangl
Members Absent:, Chair Greg Krueger, Jim Lehr
Also Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Asst. City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa
Glenna, Chisago County EDA/HRA Director Nancy Hoffman, Alex Eng, Gus Gulbranson, Maureen Holzman
Call to Order / Pledge: Vice Chair Chartrand called the meeting to order at 7:30a.m.
Consideration of the Agenda:
Motion by Carlson, second by Bengtsson, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 5-0.
Consideration of the Minutes:
Motion by Carlson, second by Stangl, to approve the April 14, 2026, minutes. Motion passed 5-0.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. Midsommar Update
Gus Gulbranson and Maureen Holzman presented on behalf of the Lindstrom Business Group regarding
their 2026 activities and funding needs. The organization has 86 members on their email list with typical
attendan
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review workforce housing concept by Commonwealth Development
The Joint Planning Commission and City Council will meet to review a workforce housing concept and conduct land use training. The meeting includes a review of a proposed 43-unit development called The Fridhem.
- Workforce Housing Concept Review for The Fridhem (43 units) by Commonwealth Development
- Land Use Training presented by Soren Mattick
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
JOINT PLANNING COMMISSION &
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday, June 4, 2026
6:30 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CA
LL OF ROLL:
CONS
IDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONS
IDERATION OF MINUTES:
Min
utes of the May 7, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting
BUS
INESS:
1. Wo
rkforce Housing Concept Review - Commonwealth Development
2. Land Use Training - Soren Mattick
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Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – May 7, 2026
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MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6:30 P.M.
Lindstrom Council Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
Chair Mike Klun called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Mike Klun, Commissioners Jim
Swanberg, Steve Alm, Charlie Durenberger,
Greg Donovan, Brian Norelius
Members Absent: Orris Erlandson
Others Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy
Clerk Melissa Glenna, City Planners Kendra
Ellner & Carolyn Shumaker, Anthony
Campbell, John Koch, Scott & Lori
Johnson, Gary Ledford, Nikki and Chris
VanMeveren, Matt Coutu, David Waldoch,
Stephen Gassert, Heather VanSlyke
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Donovan, second by Durenberger, to approve the agenda. Motion passed
6-0.
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Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – May 7, 2026
Page 2 of 4
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Alm, second by Norelius, to approve
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Fri May 29, 2026
Parks Commission
Park Commission will introduce new members and discuss strategic planning
The Lindstrom Park Commission will welcome new board members and formally recognize former Chair Rusty Johnson for his service. Commissioners will also receive an overview of the commission's strategic planning process. No decisions or contracts are on the agenda.
- Introduction of new commission members
- Recognition of Rusty Johnson’s service to the Park Commission
- Strategic planning overview presentation
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, January 5, 2026
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
1. Minutes of the December 1, 2025, meeting
BUSINESS:
1. Introduction of New Members
2. Recognition of Rusty Johnson’s Service to the Park Commission
3. Strategic Planning Overview
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December 1, 2025, Park Commission Meeting Minutes
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTRÖM
PARK COMMISSION
Monday, December 1, 2025
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: The meeting was called to order by Chair Johnson at 6:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Rusty Johnson, Pam Schultz, Matt Rein, Shari Bachman, Mike Hilber,
Council Liaison Judy Chartrand
Members Absent: Henry Phelps
Also Present: Publics Work Director Matt Fraley, City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy Clerk
Melissa Glenna
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Schultz, seconded by Rein, to approve the agenda with additions: a. Pam
Schultz 5. Chairman’s Moment. Motion passed 6-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Bachman, seconded by Schultz, to approve the October 6, 2025, minutes, with
correction of the last sentence to remove the last word again under 6. Updates. Motion
passed 6-0.
BUSINESS:
a. Pam Schultz remembered Susanna Wilson Witkowski who had passed away in
November. She was a previous Park Board Member and was instrumental in
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Fri May 29, 2026
Parks Commission
Park Commission to discuss location for Vilhelm Moberg head sculpture
The Park Commission will review updates on community events and a donation for bike racks. The body is also discussing the delivery and placement of a sculpture from the Swedish Emigrant Institute.
- Rotary Club Big Ideas Grant application for bike racks
- Estimated $650 shipping cost for the Vilhelm Moberg head sculpture
- Harmony in the Park 2026 proposed budget review
- Candlelit Trail Walk at Allemansrätt Park on February 13
- Potential grant for the Swedish Immigrant Trailhead project
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AG
ENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, February 2, 2026
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
CO
NSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CO
NSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
1. Mi
nutes of the January 5, 2026, meeting
B
USINESS:
1. Rotary Donation for Bike Racks
2. Celebration of Lakes Update
3. Polka Party Update
4. Harmony in the Park Schedule
5. Vilhelm Moberg Head Sculpture
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January 5, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTRÖM
PARK COMMISSION
Monday, January 5, 2026
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: The meeting was called to order by Chair Johnson at 6:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Rusty Johnson, Pam Schultz, Matt Rein, Shari Bachman, Council
Liaison Judy Chartrand, Clare Healy, Dale Fredell, Donna Lunde (Ad Hoc Member)
Members Absent: Henry Phelps, Mike Hilber
Also Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Assistant City
Administrator Tom Rynott
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Rein, seconded by Schultz, to approve the agenda with additions: 2.a.
Celebration of the Lakes Update 2.b. Polka Party 2.c. Harmony 2.d. Tree Lighting
Motion passed 7-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Bachman, seconded by Rein, to approve the December 1, 2025, minutes,
Motion passed 7-0.
BUSINESS:
1. Introduction of New Members
Rusty introduced each of the current Members of the Park Board
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Fri May 29, 2026
Parks Commission
Beach Park dock system approved for installation on May 15
The Park Commission will review a draft Memorial and Gift Policy and recommend it to City Council. Updates will be given on the Harmony in the Park concert series and Karl Oskar Days planning. The commission will also receive status reports on the Dala Horse name selection and the new dock system at Beach Park.
- Review draft Memorial and Gift Policy and forward recommendation to City Council
- Harmony in the Park update: 67 sponsorships totaling $25,418, exceeding the $20,000 budget goal
- Karl Oskar Days update: over 60 vendor, parade, and sponsorship registrations
- Dala Horse name selection: public chose the name “Lycka” from over 200 submissions
- Beach Park docks: four‑slip transient dock system approved for installation on May 15
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AG
ENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, May 4, 2026
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
CO
NSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CO
NSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
1. Mi
nutes of the April 6, 2026, meeting
B
USINESS:
1. Harmony in the Park – Update
2. Karl Oskar Days Planning – Update
3. Dala Horse N ame Selection - Update
4. Docks at Beach Park – Update
5. Park Memorial and Gift Policy – Draft Review
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April 6, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTRÖM
PARK COMMISSION
Monday, April 6, 2026
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: The meeting was called to order by Chair Schultz at 6:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Vice Chair Pam Schultz, Commissioners Mike Hilber, Matt Rein, Donna
Lunde (Ad hoc member), Judy Chartrand, Clare Healy, Shari Bachman, Dale Fredell
Members Absent: Henry Phelps
Also Present: Assistant City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Public
Works Director Payton Hill, Debbie Larson, Rusty Johnson
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Bachman, seconded by Hilber, to approve the agenda with addition of 8.
Water Trail Map. Motion passed 7-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Bachman, seconded by Hilber, to approve the March 2, 2026, minutes, with
the correction in italics to the 1b. Election of Officers Commissioner Rein nominated Pam
Schultz for Chair. Motion by Rein, second by Hilber, to elect Pam
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Fri May 29, 2026
Parks Commission
Lindstrom Park Commission to elect Vice Chair and review memorial policies
The Park Commission will meet to elect a Vice Chair and discuss the location of a memorial bench at Allemansrätt. The body will also review the Park Memorial Policy and provide updates on Harmony in the Park and Karl Oskar Days.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Proposed memorial bench location at Allemansrätt
- Review of Park Memorial Policy
- Review of Park Brochure
- Review of Park Assignments/Adopt a Park Concept
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, April 6, 2026
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
1. Minutes of the March 2, 2026, meeting
BUSINESS:
1. Election of Officers – Vice Chair
2. Proposed Memorial Bench Location – Allemansrätt
3. Park Memorial Policy – Review
4. Harmony in the Park – Update
5. Karl Oskar Days Planning – Update
6. Park Assignments/Adopt a Park Concept – Review
7. Park Brochure – Review
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March 2, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTRÖM
PARK COMMISSION
Monday, March 2, 2026
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Schultz at 6:00
p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Vice Chair Pam Schultz, Commissioners Mike Hilber, Matt Rein, Donna
Lunde (Ad hoc member), Judy Chartrand, Clare Healy
Members Absent: Henry Phelps, Shari Bachman, Dale Fredell
Also Present: Assistant City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Chris
DuBose, Darrell and Barb Montbriand
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Hilber, seconded by Healy, to approve the agenda with addition of 1a. Mayor
Strategic Plan Overview. Motion passed 5-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Healy, seconded by Schultz, to approve the February 2, 2026, minutes. Motion
passed 5-0.
BUSINESS:
1a. Strategic Pl
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Fri May 29, 2026
Parks Commission
Park Commission to recommend location for Vilhelm Moberg sculpture
The Park Commission will discuss the placement of a bronze bust of author Vilhelm Moberg and the location of a memorial bench at Beach Park. The body will also elect officers and receive updates on grants and event planning.
- Recommendation for Vilhelm Moberg bust location: 12631 Lake Boulevard or Oberstar Plaza
- Proposed memorial bench location on the south side of Beach Park for Susan Wilson Witkowski
- Update on Rotary Club Big Idea Grant for bike racks
- Update on Federal grant application for the Swedish Immigrant Trail
- Harmony in the Park planning and performer schedule update
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, March 2, 2026
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
1. Minutes of the February 2, 2026, meeting
BUSINESS:
1. Election of Officers
2. Proposed Memorial Bench Location
3. Rotary Bike Grant
4. Harmony in the Park Check In
5. Vilhelm Moberg Head Sculpture
6. Trail Head Grant
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February 2, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTRÖM
PARK COMMISSION
Monday, February 2, 2026
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Schultz at 6:00
p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Vice Chair Pam Schultz, Shari Bachman, Clare Healy, Dale Fredell
Members Absent: Henry Phelps, Mike Hilber, Matt Rein, Donna Lunde, Judy Chartrand
Also Present: Assistant City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Chris
DuBose
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Bachman, seconded by Fredell, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 4-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Fredell, seconded by Healy, to approve the January 5, 2026, minutes with the
correction that Dale is a lifelong Chisago Lakes resident. Motion passed 4-0.
BUSINESS:
1. Rotary Donation for Bike Racks
Chris DuBose explained that the Chisago Lakes Rotary was approved for the Big Idea
Grant in the amount of $10,000. He asked the Park Boa
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Wed May 20, 2026
City Council
Lindstrom City Council to review 2027 street projects and variance requests
The City Council will consider several property variance resolutions and the initiation of 2027 street projects for Maple, Park, Linden, and Summit. The body will also review the 2025 audit report and discuss the 2027 budget calendar.
- 2027 Street Project Initiation for Maple, Park, Linden, and Summit North of Hwy 8
- Variance resolutions for 27925 Lakelawn Drive, 29990 Norelius Drive, 30075 Norway Ave, and 12492 Mentzer Trail
- Construction management task orders for downtown parking lots and Olinda Trail North Mill/Overlay Project
- Lodging Tax Transition Ordinance
- Payment of $111,739.67 to Lakes Area Police Department for April 2026 coverage
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NO
TICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
M
ay 20, 2026 – 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. P
ledge of Allegiance
4. A
pprove the Agenda (Action)
5. O
pen Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. C
onsent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, April 15, 2026
c) Work Session City Council Meeting minutes, May 6, 2026
d) Chisago Lakes Golf Course Liquor License Renewal
e) Chisago Lakes Lions Temporary Liquor License-Midsommar June 20, 2026
f) Lodging Tax Transition Ordinance
g) Planning Report
h) Fire Department Report
i) LAPD Report
j) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. R
egular Agenda (Action Items)
a) Senior Center Donation Request – Cathy Buda and Carol Gilchrist
b) 2025 Audit Report – Tyle r See Senior Audit Manager Abdo
c) 27925 Lakelawn Drive-Variance Resolutions 20260520-01 & 20260520-02-Kendra
Ellner
d) 29990 Norelius Drive- Variance Resolution 20260520-03-Carolyn Shumaker
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e) 30075 Norway Ave-Variance Resolution 20260520-04-Carolyn Shumaker
f) 12492 Mentzer Trail-Variance Resolu
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Tue May 12, 2026
EDA
City approves $12,814 dock purchase for Beach Park
The Economic Development Authority approved funding for a four‑slip dock at Beach Park costing $12,814. The board also reviewed the city’s strategic plan and received updates on local development projects, the upcoming Midsommar event, and marketing ideas for the downtown mural. All motions were adopted unanimously.
- Dock purchase for Beach Park – $12,814 for a four‑slip transient dock system
- Strategic Plan Review – focus on commercial tax base, service efficiency, public access
- Development Updates – Lindstrom Market, Mustard Seed expansion, new book & tea shop, downtown aesthetics package
- Midsommar Update – event June 20, discussion on EDA support for Lindstrom Business Group
- Mural Marketing – discussion of 2025 grant‑funded mural by Taylor Shaw and promotion ideas
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EDA AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
7:30 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
C
ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
C
ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
A
dditions:
Deletions:
C
ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. T
uesday, April 14, 2026, minutes
B
USINESS ITEMS:
1. Midsommar Update - Gus Gulbranson - Lindstrom Business Group
2. Mural/Lindstrom Marketing
3. KOD/Harmony Update - Tom Rynott
ADJ
OURNMENT:
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EDA Meeting Minutes – April 14, 2026
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EDA Meeting Minutes
April 14, 2026
EDA Members Present: Chair Greg Krueger (remote), Jim Lehr, Dan Friedner, Keith Carlson (remote),
Carline Bengtsson (remote)
Members Absent: Judy Chartrand, Lisa Stangl
Also Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Asst. City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa
Glenna, Chisago County EDA/HRA Director Nancy Hoffman
Call to Order / Pledge: Chair Krueger called the meeting to order at 7:30a.m.
Consideration of the Agenda:
Motion by Carlson, second by Lehr, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 5-0; Friedner aye, Krueger
aye, Carlson aye, Lehr aye, Bengtsson aye.
Consideration of the Minutes:
Motion by Carlson, second by Lehr, to approve the March 10, 2026, minutes. Motion passed 5-0;
Friedner aye, Krueger aye, Carlson aye, Lehr aye, Bengtsson aye.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. Dock Purchase for Beach Park
Assistant City Administrator Tom Rynott presented a proposal for a four-slip transient dock system at
Beach Park, integrated
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Thu May 7, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews multiple shoreline variances, including 27925 Lakelawn Dr
The Lindstrom Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three variance requests at 29725 Lakelawn Drive, 29990 Norelius Drive, and 30075 Norway Ave. It will also consider a detailed variance application for 27925 Lakelawn Drive that seeks exceptions for impervious surface, OHWL setback, and accessory‑structure limits. A previously tabled variance for 12492 Mentzer Trail will be revisited.
- Public hearing on variances for 29725 Lakelawn Drive, 29990 Norelius Drive, and 30075 Norway Ave
- Variance request for 27925 Lakelawn Drive – exceeds 25% impervious surface (proposed 28%), seeks OHWL setback exception, and exceeds accessory‑structure area by ~114 sq ft
- Reconsideration of the 12492 Mentzer Trail variance that was tabled at the April meeting
- Strategic planning discussion on comprehensive plan updates and utility capacity
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6:30 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the April 2, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. 29725 Lakelawn Drive-Variance
2. 29990 Norelius Drive-Variance
3. 30075 Norway Ave-Variance
BUSINESS:
1. 12492 Mentzer Trail-Variance
ADJOURNMENT:
1
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – April 2, 2026
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MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, April 2, 2026
6:30 P.M.
Lindstrom Council Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
Chair Mike Klun called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Mike Klun, Commissioners Jim
Swanberg, Steve Alm, Charlie Durenberger
(remote), Orris Erlandson, Brian Norelius
Members Absent: Greg Donovan
Others Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy
Clerk Melissa Glenna, City Planner Kendra
Ellner, Anthony Campbell
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Erlandson, second by Norelius, to approve the agenda. Motion passed
6-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Alm, second by Alm, to approve the March 5, 2026, minutes. Motion
passed 6-0.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
1. 12492 Mentzer Trail-Variance
C
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
City Council
City Council to approve 2026 road project bid awards
The Lindstrom City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine city bills, meeting minutes, and a contract for services with the Chisago County Senior Center. On the regular agenda, council members will vote on the Holmquist property conveyance to the Economic Development Authority, downtown aesthetics, and several road‑related resolutions, including the 2026 road project bid awards, Olinda Trail North, and downtown striping. A closed‑session report and updates on the KOD program, fire department, and Chamber of Commerce building will also be discussed.
- Approve City Bills (payroll and expense payments totaling $190,951.70)
- Approve Chisago County Senior Center Contract for Services
- Holmquist Property Conveyance to EDA Resolution 20260415-01
- 2026 Road Project Bid Awards – Brian Bachmeier
- Olinda Trail North Resolution 20260415-02
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NO
TICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
A
pril 15, 2026 – 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. P
ledge of Allegiance
4. A
pprove the Agenda (Action)
5. O
pen Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. C
onsent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, March 18, 2026
c) Special City Council Meeting minutes, April 1, 2026
d) Chisago County Senior Center Contract for Services
e) Planning Report
f) Fire Department Report
g) LAPD Report
h) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. R
egular Agenda (Action Items)
a) Holmquist Property Conveyance to EDA Resolution 20260415-01 – Dan Undem
b) Downtown Aesthetics – Burce Chamberlin
c) 2026 Road Project Bid Awards – Brian Bachmeier
• Olinda Trail North Resolution 20260415-02
• Downtown Striping Resolution 20260415-03
d) Closed Session Report – City Administrator Review Summary
1
8. Discussion
a) KOD Update – Tom Rynott
9. Staff Updates
a) Chamber of Commerce Building – Dan Undem
10. Mayor and City Council Updates
11. Adjourn
2
04/09/26 3:41 PM
Bills
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
EDA
EDA considers $12,814 dock installation at Beach Park
The Economic Development Authority is reviewing a proposal to install a four-slip transient dock system at Beach Park. The body will also review the City Council's 2026 strategic planning priorities and receive a development update.
- Proposed $12,814 contract with Marine Dock and Lift for Beach Park docks
- Review of City Council strategic priorities including commercial tax base and public asset development
- Discussion of $101,919 in unobligated EDA funds
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EDA AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
7:30 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
C
ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
C
ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
A
dditions:
Deletions:
C
ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. T
uesday, March 10, 2026, minutes
B
USINESS ITEMS:
1. D
ock Purchase for Beach Park
2. Strategic Plan Review
3. Development Update - Verbal
ADJ
OURNMENT:
1
EDA Meeting Minutes – March 10, 2026
Page 1 of 2
EDA Meeting Minutes
March 10, 2026
EDA Members Present: Chair Greg Krueger, Judy Chartrand, Jim Lehr, Keith Carlson (entered 7:41am
remote), Carline Bengtsson (remote)
Members Absent: Dan Friedner, Lisa Stangl
Also Present: Asst. City Administrator Tom Rynott, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Chisago County EDA/HRA
Director Nancy Hoffman, Ben Elfelt, Chisago Lakes Lake Improvement District
Call to Order / Pledge: Chair Krueger called the meeting to order at 7:30a.m.
Consideration of the Agenda:
Motion by Chartrand, second by Lehr, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 4-0; Krueger aye,
Chartrand aye, Lehr aye, Bengtsson aye.
Consideration of the Minutes:
Motion by Chartrand, second by Lehr, to approve the January 13, 2026, minutes. Motion passed 4-0;
Krueger aye, Chartrand aye, Lehr aye, Bengtsson aye.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. North Center Channel Project
Ben Elfelt, Chisago Lakes Lake Improvement District, provided an update on the proposed channel
project connecting North Center Lake and South Lindströ
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Thu Apr 2, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on variance for 12492 Mentzer Trail
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request to exceed impervious surface limits for shoreland alterations. The body will also discuss a strategic planning summary.
- Public hearing for variance at 12492 Mentzer Trail to allow impervious surface to reach approximately 32% (exceeding the 25% threshold)
- Proposed installation of retaining walls, steps, and concrete pathways at 12492 Mentzer Trail
- Proposal to use at least 1,625 square feet of pervious pavers to manage surface water runoff at 12492 Mentzer Trail
- Discussion of Strategic Planning Summary
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, April 2, 2026
6:30 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the March 5, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. 12492 Mentzer Trail-Variance
DISCUSSION:
1. Strategic Planning Summary
ADJOURNMENT:
1
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – March 5, 2026
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MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, March 5, 2026
6:30 P.M.
Lindstrom Council Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
Chair Mike Klun called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Mike Klun, Commissioners Jim
Swanberg, Steve Alm, Greg Donovan,
Charlie Durenberger, Orris Erlandson, Brian
Norelius
Members Absent: None
Others Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy
Clerk Melissa Glenna, City Planner Kendra
Ellner, David Waldoch, Treff Friedman and
Heidi Ruzek, Cassie and Jacob Lindgren,
Lori and Steve Korte, Carol Holeman, Cyndi
Emerfoll
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Swanberg, second by Norelius, to approve the agenda. Motion passed
7-0.
2
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – March 5, 2026
Page 2 of 3
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Swanberg, second by Alm, to approve the February 5, 2026, minutes.
Motion passed 7-0
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
City Council
Lindstrom City Council to vote on strategic plan and solar grant
The City Council will consider several action items, including a strategic plan, a solar grant, and a variance for 12934 Newlander Ave. The body will also review the 2026 fee schedule and a mowing contract.
- Variance resolution for 12934 Newlander Ave
- Approval of 2026 Fee Schedule Amendment
- Approval of 2026 Mowing Contract
- Solar Grant Approval
- Strategic Plan Approval
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NOTICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
March 18, 2026 – 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approve the Agenda (Action)
5. Open Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. Consent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, February 18, 2026
c) Special City Council Meeting minutes, March 4, 2026
d) 2026 Fee Schedule Amendment
e) 2026 Mowing Contract
f) Finance Report
g) Planning Report
h) Fire Department Report
i) LAPD Report
j) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. Regular Agenda (Action Items)
a) 12934 Newlander Ave Variance Resolution 20260318-01-Kendra Ellner
b) Albrecht Final Plat Extension Request– Under Separate Cover-Dan Undem
c) Solar Grant Approval – Under Separate Cover-Dan Undem
d) Strategic Plan Approval–Dan Undem
e) P
ersonnel Committee Assignments–Dan Undem
f) Lindstrom Liquor Store Staffing–Dan Undem
1
8. Discussion
a) Moberg Head Sculpture-Tom Rynott
9. Staff Updates
a) Local Board of Appeal and Equalizat
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Parks Commission
Park Commission to discuss 2026 Harmony in the Parks schedule
The Lindstrom Park Commission will review a proposed schedule for the 2026 Harmony in the Parks concert series, which includes tribute bands and a Swedish-themed warm-up event. The meeting agenda also includes updates on the Tree Lighting Festival and the 2026 Polka Party.
- Review 2026 Harmony in the Parks schedule with attached memo
- Tree Lighting Festival update for December 6, 2025
- 2026 Polka Party band verification
- Celebration of the Lakes 2026 discussion
- Park Commission meeting to be video recorded
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AG
ENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Monday, December 1, 2025
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
CO
NSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CO
NSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
1. Mi
nutes of the October 6, 2025, meeting
B
USINESS:
1. Tree Lighting Update
2. 2026 Polka Party
3. Harmony in the Parks 2026 (memo attached)
4. Celebration of the Lakes Update
ADJ
OURNMENT:
1
October 6, 2025, Park Commission Meeting Minutes
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTRÖM
PARK COMMISSION
Monday, October 6, 2025
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: The meeting was called to order by Chair Johnson at 6:00 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Rusty Johnson, Pam Schultz, Matt Rein, Henry Phelps, Shari Bachman,
Mike Hilber
Members Absent: None
Also Present: Publics Work Director Matt Fraley, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Council Liaison
Judy Chartrand
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Rein, seconded by Schultz, to approve the agenda with additions: 6. Updates-
Mayor Chartrand, 7. Park Brochure, 8. Budget. Motion passed 6-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Bachman, seconded by Schultz, to approve the August 4, 2025, minutes.
Motion passed 6-0.
BUSINESS:
1. Tree Lighting Festival
Public Works Director Fraley verified with the Park Board on the 2025 Tree Lighting
Festival agenda which will be on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4:30pm to 6pm at
Memorial Park. The event timeline will be like last year except
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
EDA
EDA will consider using funds to purchase and install boat docks at Beach Park
The Economic Development Agency will discuss whether to allocate part of its fund balance to pay for the purchase and installation of transient boat docks at Beach Park, a project supported by the Park Commission and funded by an ESMC grant. The meeting will also include an update on the North Center Channel Project, an introduction of the new Assistant City Administrator, and a county program update on new entrepreneur grant programs.
- Decision on EDA fund use for Beach Park boat dock purchase and installation
- Update on North Center Channel Project connecting North Center Lake and North Lindstrom Lake
- Introduction of new Assistant City Administrator Tom Rynott
- County program update on new entrepreneur grant programs (grant amounts $500‑$10,000)
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EDA AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
7:30 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
C
ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
C
ALL OF ROLL:
C
ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
A
dditions:
Deletions:
C
ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. T
uesday, January 13, 2026, minutes
B
USINESS ITEMS:
1. N
orth Center Channel Project
2. Docks at Beach Park
3. Assistant City Administrator Introduction
4. County Program Update
ADJ
OURNMENT:
1
EDA Meeting Minutes – January 13, 2026
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EDA Meeting Minutes
January 13, 2026
EDA Members Present: Chair Greg Krueger, Judy Chartrand, Jim Lehr, Keith Carlson (remote), Dan
Friedner, Lisa Stangl
Members Absent: Carline Bengtsson
Also Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Chisago County EDA/HRA
Director Nancy Hoffman
Call to Order / Pledge: Chair Krueger called the meeting to order at 7:30a.m.
Consideration of the Agenda:
Motion by Chartrand, second by Lehr, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 6-0; Krueger aye,
Chartrand aye, Lehr aye, Carlson aye, Friedner aye, Stangl aye.
Consideration of the Minutes:
Motion by Chartrand, second by Lehr, to approve the October 14, 2025, minutes. Motion passed 6-0;
Krueger aye, Chartrand aye, Lehr aye, Carlson aye, Friedner aye, Stangl aye.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. Next Generation Entrepreneurs
Anne Nelson explained her background in Economic Development. She taught Business and
Entrepreneurship at Walla Walla Community College in Wash
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission holds public hearing on 12954 Newlander Ave variance
The Lindstrom Planning Commission will hear a variance request for 12954 Newlander Avenue. The applicant seeks to reduce the required 30‑foot corner side‑yard setback to 15 feet to build a new two‑story, three‑bedroom home with an attached garage. Staff has recommended approval with conditions, and the commission must act by April 3 2026 (or May 17 2026 if extended).
- Variance to cut corner side‑yard setback from 30 ft to 15 ft
- Proposed new home ~3,380 sq ft on 0.48‑acre lot in Shoreland Overlay District
- Staff recommends approval with conditions (updated survey, cost payment, record resolution)
- Public hearing notice published Feb 19 2026; deadline for decision Apr 3 2026
- Lot currently non‑conforming on setback and width (85 ft vs 100 ft minimum)
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, March 5, 2026
6:30 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the February 5, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. 12954 Newlander Ave-Variance
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – February 5, 2026
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MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, February 5, 2026
6:30 P.M.
Lindstrom Council Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
Chair Mike Klun called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Mike Klun, Commissioners Jim
Swanberg (entered 6:31pm), Steve Alm,
Greg Donovan, Charlie Durenberger
(remote), Brian Norelius
Members Absent: Orris Erlandson
Others Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy
Clerk Melissa Glenna
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Donovan, second by Alm, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 6-0;
Durenberger aye, Norelius aye, Alm aye, Donovan aye, Swanberg, aye, Klun aye.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Donovan, second by Alm, to approve the December 4, 2025, minutes.
Motion passed 6-0; Durenberger aye, Norelius aye, Alm aye, Donovan aye,
Swanberg, aye, Klun aye.
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – February 5, 2026
Page 2 of 2
BUSINESS:
1. Election o
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
City Council
City Council will consider multiple contracts, hires, and a solar grant award
The Lindstrom City Council meeting will approve consent agenda items and then decide on several regular agenda actions. Items include acceptance of the Vilhelm Moberg bronze head sculpture, hiring a Director of Public Works, establishing a Personnel Committee, assigning council committees, awarding a solar grant contract, purchasing capital equipment (Gator and Tool Cat), and approving a construction management task order for LS2. The council will also discuss the 2026 Street Plan Review and receive staff updates on a massage ordinance, AI integration, and the city strategic plan.
- Vilhelm Moberg Bronze Head Sculpture Acceptance – Tom Rynott
- Director of Public Works Hire – Dan Undem
- Solar Grant Acceptance Contract Award – Dan Undem
- 2026 PW Capital Purchases (Gator and Tool Cat) – Dan Undem
- Task Order 2026-01 Construction Management Services for LS2 – Brian Bachmeier
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NO
TICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
F
ebruary 18, 2026 – 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. P
ledge of Allegiance
4. A
pprove the Agenda (Action)
5. O
pen Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. C
onsent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, January 21, 2026
c) Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services Lease PS052 Amendment
d) Finance Report
e) Planning Report
f) Fire Department Report
g) LAPD Report
h) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. R
egular Agenda (Action Items)
a) Vilhelm Moberg Bronze Head Sculpture Acceptance – Tom Rynott
b) Director of Public Works Hire – Dan Undem
c) Establish Personnel Committee – Dan Undem
d) Council Committee Assignments – Mayor Chartrand – Under Separate Cover
e) Solar Grant Acceptance Contract Award – Dan Undem
f) 2026 PW Capital Purchases (Gator and Tool Cat) – Dan Undem
g) Task Order 2026-01 Construction Management Services for LS2 – Brian Bachmeier
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8. Discussion
a) 2026 Street Plan Review – Brian Bachmeier
9. Staff Updates
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Thu Feb 5, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to elect officers and discuss Comprehensive Plan update
The Planning Commission will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for one-year terms. The body will also provide feedback and input for a Comprehensive Plan update scheduled to begin in Q3 2026.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan update (planned for Q3 2026 through 2027)
- Development and project updates
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AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, February 5, 2026
6:30 P.M.
City Hall Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
CALL OF ROLL:
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the December 4, 2025, Planning Commission Meeting
BUSINESS:
1. Election of Officers
2. Development Updates/Project Updates
3. Comprehensive Plan Update
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – December 4, 2025
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MINUTES
CITY OF LINDSTROM
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, December 4, 2025
6:30 P.M.
Lindstrom Council Chambers
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
Chair Mike Klun called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
CALL OF ROLL:
Members Present: Chair Mike Klun, Commissioners Jim
Swanberg, Charlie Durenberger, Orris
Erlandson, Steve Alm, Greg Donovan,
Council Liaison Brian Norelius
Members Absent: None
Others Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy
Clerk Melissa Glenna, City Planner Kendra
Ellner, Patrick Flanders, Riley Flanders, Tim
Staloch, Sherry Stirling, Clyde Van Oort,
Kay Van Oort, Bob Benjamin
CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
Motion by Donovan, second by Swanberg, to approve the agenda. Motion passed
7-0.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
Motion by Donovan, second by Durenberger, to approve the November 6, 2025,
minutes. Motion passed 7-0.
Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – December 4, 2025
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Wed Jan 21, 2026
City Council
Council to consider offers for purchase or sale of two city properties
The Lindstrom City Council will meet on Jan 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Council members will vote on the consent agenda items, including approval of city bills, the Dec 17 2025 meeting minutes, a Pay Equity Report, an IRS reimbursement resolution, and various department and commission reports. The regular agenda includes actions on a solar grant acceptance, a resolution supporting state aid, approval of a downtown aesthetic project, and other items. In closed session, the council will develop or consider offers for the purchase or sale of 12970 Newell Ave and 12955 Lake Blvd.
- Approve consent agenda items: city bills, Dec 17 2025 minutes, Pay Equity Report, IRS Reimbursement Resolution 20260121‑01, designations, planning, fire, LAPD, and commission reports
- Solar Grant Acceptance and Project Award – Dan Undem
- Resolution 20260121‑03 Support for State Aid Advance – Brian Bachmeier
- Downtown Aesthetic Project Approval – Dan Undem and Bruce Chamberlin
- Closed session to develop or consider offers for purchase or sale of 12970 Newell Ave and 12955 Lake Blvd
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NOTICE OF AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Lindstrom City Hall – Council Chambers
Lindstrom, Minnesota
January 21, 2026 – 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approve the Agenda (Action)
5. Open Forum - Citizen Petitions, Requests and Concerns: Please sign in at the front table.
The Open Forum is available for residents to express personal opinions for any item of
business. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
6. Consent Agenda Considerations (Action Items)*
a) Approve City Bills
b) Regular City Council Meeting minutes, December 17, 2025
c) Pay Equity Report
d) IRS Reimbursement Resolution 20260121-01
e) Designate Official Depository & Signatories 2026 Resolution 20260121-02 and
Annual Appointments 2026
f) Planning Report
g) Fire Department Report
h) LAPD Report
i) Accept Commission Reports – (CLJSTC, Cable Commission, EDA, Library, Park
Commission, Hwy 8 Task Force, Police Commission)
*Council may remove any item from the consent agenda for specific consideration.
7. Regular Agenda (Action Items)
a) Solar Grant Acceptance and Project Award-Dan Undem
b) Resolution 20260121-03 Support for State Aid Advance-Brian Bachmeier
c) Fee Schedule Approval-Dan Undem
d) Downtown Aesthetic Project Approval-Dan Undem/Bruce Chamberlin
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8. Discussion
a) Vilhelm Moberg’s Sculpture
b) February Work Session Date
9. Staff Updates
a) Local Board of Appeal and Equalization will be on Tuesday, April 14
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
EDA
EDA to discuss youth entrepreneurship pilot and strategic planning
The Economic Development Authority will consider a proposal for a Youth Entrepreneurship Academy pilot program. The board will also conduct a mini strategic planning session to provide feedback for the City Council's upcoming planning session. Annual appointments for board officers are also on the agenda.
- Funding request of $2,500–$4,000 for a Youth Entrepreneurship Academy pilot program
- Annual appointments for EDA President, Vice President, and Treasurer
- EDA Priority Discussion for Council Strategic Planning
- Next Generation Entrepreneurs discussion
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EDA AGENDA
CITY OF LINDSTROM
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
7:30 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindstrom, MN
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ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE:
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ALL OF ROLL:
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ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA:
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dditions:
Deletions:
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ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. T
uesday, October 14, 2025, minutes
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USINESS ITEMS:
1. N
ew Member Introductions
2. Annual Appointments
3. Next Generation Entrepreneurs
4. EDA Priority Discussion for Council Strategic Planning
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OURNMENT:
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EDA Meeting Minutes – October 14, 2025
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EDA Meeting Minutes
October 14, 2025
EDA Members Present: Chair Greg Krueger, Judy Chartrand (remote), Jim Lehr, Keith Carlson (remote)
Members Absent: Carline Bengtsson, Mike Hursh
Also Present: City Administrator Dan Undem, Deputy Clerk Melissa Glenna, Chisago County EDA Member
Chris DuBose
Call to Order / Pledge: Chair Krueger called the meeting to order at 7:30a.m.
Consideration of the Agenda:
Motion by Carlson, second by Lehr, to approve the agenda. Motion passed 4-0; Krueger aye, Chartrand
aye, Lehr aye, Carlson aye.
Consideration of the Minutes:
Motion by Bengtsson, second by Lehr, to approve the September 9, 2025, minutes. Motion passed 4-0;
Krueger aye, Chartrand aye, Lehr aye, Carlson aye.
BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. Trick or Treat on Mainstreet
Dan explained this event is well attended by our community and area businesses. The Chisago Lakes
Chamber is the lead on this and is requesting $650 to go towards candy, signs, and logistical
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